— Toronto’s rising star, Smiley shares his latest single, “Fast Route,” off his upcoming EP through OVO Sound.
Following the release of his May 2023 single, “Eternals,” “Fast Route” is his third offering from his new EP scheduled to be released this summer.
Arriving on the scene in 2018 with his street classic EP Buy. Or. Bye., Smiley has solidified his standing as the architect of his own sound and in doing so he’s become a revered rapper in the streets of his native Toronto who now sets his sights on the mainstream.
Fusing a relaxed flow and torpid cadence with gritty illustrative lyrics, Smiley narrates his personal highs and lows with a charismatic self-assurance. His voice is a trademark and his story is credible; combining those strengths has secured a fervent fanbase and touted support by industry staples like The FADER, Complex, XXL and artist of the decade, Drake. Additionally, “Over The Top,” Smiley’s collab with Drake, hit the top 10 on the Urban Radio charts.
With over 226 million global streams and standout projects like A Tape To Remember and YYZ-LAX under his designer belt, Smiley is readying his next era to show just how far you can take it when you make it out. “New year, new chapter,” he says with a smile.
Check out “Fast Route” above and stay tuned for more from Smiley coming soon.