Justine Skye is Reclaiming Her Joy—And She’s Bringing Us to the Dance Floor
Justine Skye has always moved with the poise of a muse. Now, she’s translating that visual confidence into her most ambitious sonic project to date: CANDY.
Justine Skye is done playing it safe. On her latest EP, CANDY, the Brooklyn native is officially claiming her territory at the intersection of the club and the cookout. Following the momentum of 2025 sleeper hits “Oh Lala” and “YAP,” Skye has delivered a body of work that is as much about the “groove” as it is about the “soul.”
The production credits on CANDY read like a tastemaker’s wish list. We’re talking dual collaborations with KAYTRANADA, rhythmic sorcery from Machinedrum, and a fierce appearance by Baby Tate. The result? A rhythmic fusion of house, funk, and R&B that feels less like a pivot and more like a homecoming.
Staff Picks:
“Thong”: The KAYTRA-bounce is real on this one. It’s a certified late-night staple.
“Pop It” (feat. Baby Tate): High-octane energy made for the front-to-back of the function.
“Yap”: A defiant, percussive track that silenced the noise and cemented her new direction.
Justine has always been a “fearless bridge” for the culture, and with CANDY, she’s leading the charge into a new era of Black dance music. Catch her bringing the heat to Chicago’s Grant Park for her Lollapalooza debut this July. The vibes? Immaculate.