Chow Lee Makes a Birthday Wish in “ready to live” Video

Masterfully channeling his X-rated inner monologue into intoxicating melodies, Chow Lee gives an intimate look into his mental state with each new release. Taking inventory of his life as he reflects on a whirlwind of a breakout on his latest video single, Chow shares “ready 2 live,” just in time for his birthday. Departing from his signature “Sexy Drill” style in favor of a more subdued, acoustic guitar-based instrumental that lets the soft side of his vocals shine through, the Long Island native reflects on the changes fame has brought him and the persisting holes that vices cannot fill. The video for “ready 2 live,” directed by 5th ave films, follows Chow on the road as he lights up stages across the country, makes festival appearances at Rolling Loud, and makes new friendships with other artists and hip-hop figures along the way. 

“ready 2 live” follows early November’s “team effort!” as Chow’s first new singles since since his recent album, Hours After The Club. Released earlier this summer, Hours After The Club is an addictive listen, radiating with the seductive charm that inspired Pitchfork to affectionately call Chow Lee the “horniest rapper out.” Hours After The Club is chock full of infectious melodies, as Chow’s natural bravado makes every X-rated flex feel natural. The tape is home to two new collaborations with his frequent running mate Cash Cobain: the quintessential “sexy drill” anthem “on behalf of the association,” and “full service,” a luxurious mix of drill, club, and cloud rap, featuring Chow’s close friend Lonny Love. 

Hours After The Club is a worthy follow-up to 2 SLIZZY 2 SEXY, his 2022 collaborative project with Cash Cobain. Praised by Pitchfork and Rolling Stone, and earning “Best of 2022” distinction from UPROXX, The FADER, and more, 2 SLIZZY 2 SEXY combined the sample-heavy sound of the Bronx with the hard-hitting dance beats from New Jersey to change the face of the NYC drill scene. 2 SLIZZY 2 SEXY highlight “Vacant” was recently named the 73rd Best East Coast Rap Song of All Time by Rolling Stone. Chow recently reconnected with Cash on the sexy drill anthem “Rump,” plus the Nelly-sampling “Not No Xanax 2” from Cash’s new album, and joined Wolfacejoeyy and Cash on the Pitchfork-approved “Weekend.”

Now striking out on his own, Chow Lee is on a mission to become the next King of New York. The “sexy drill” pioneer took his show overseas this summer, with performances at Rolling Loud Portugal, Rolling Loud Rotterdam, and Rolling Loud Germany, before he shut it down at Rolling Loud Miami during his own set and a guest appearance with Coi Leray. The NYC scenester has popped up at several events around the city, and made an appearance on “Sexy Besties,” the first-ever single released by On The Radar Records.

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