Tiyana Michelle brought sultry hip-hop poetics and RnB lust into focus with Talkin Durdy –

Tiyana Michelle brought old-school hip-hop and RnB closer than they’ve ever been in the seductive friction of her latest single, Talkin Durdy. Some artists wear their hearts on their sleeves, but in this release, the independent singer-songwriter wore her desire there, free from inhibition, using the fundamentals of romanticism while teasing x-rated heat. At no point did the lyricism dilute the grace and poise that radiate through the entirety of the production, flowing from her vocal harmonies and finding synergy with the melodies that take a few cues from 90s icons of RnB and hip-hop on how to be a firebrand in 2025.

Originally from New Orleans and now based in Dallas, Tiyana Michelle brings bars as she reshapes the playing field through both sound and vision. Alongside the audio release, she launched a visually arresting music video generated entirely using next-gen AI tools. Her mission was never to follow the crowd but to prove that independent creators can set their own pace and aesthetic. The AI visuals sharpen her creative vision, pairing future-tech imagery with a sensual vocal performance and bold lyrical statements. Through Talkin Durdy, she’s not only flexing her creative versatility but also staking a claim as one of the few artists pushing RnB and hip-hop into uncharted, uncompromising spaces.

Talkin Durdy is now available on all major streaming platforms, including Spotify. 

Review by Amelia Vandergast