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North West samples 'Caramelldansen' on debut EP, earning critical praise
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North West samples 'Caramelldansen' on debut EP, earning critical praise

From Dagens Nyheter · (12m ago) Swedish Positive tone

Translated from Swedish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • North West, daughter of Kim Kardashian and Kanye West, has released her debut EP '#N0rth4evr'.
  • The EP features an experimental sound and includes a sample of the Swedish song 'Caramelldansen' on the track 'Woah'.
  • Critics have noted her unique niche, comparing her sound to updated Soundcloud rap and appreciating her embrace of her celebrity status.

The burgeoning music career of North West, the eldest child of entertainment titans Kim Kardashian and Kanye 'Ye' West, has taken a significant step with the release of her debut EP, '#N0rth4evr'. Now nearly 13 years old, West is making waves in the music scene, with critics noting her experimental and innovative approach. Notably, one track, 'Woah,' samples the beloved 2000s Swedish hit 'Caramelldansen,' a song that achieved viral fame through Japanese anime and became a children's favorite. This inclusion has garnered attention, blending a nostalgic European dance track with West's modern sound. Publications like Dazed have praised her lyrical content, which often touches on the unique experience of growing up as a celebrity child, and have highlighted 'D!E' as another standout track for its assertive tone. The Fader points out that West is carving out her own distinct niche, separate from her father's influence, while Rolling Stone awards the EP four out of five stars, commending West for not shying away from her background but instead weaving it into her artistic narrative. This approach allows her to develop her own mythology, distinct from the 'family business,' signaling a promising, albeit unconventional, start to her artistic journey.

How am I younger than you?//How am I younger than you?

โ€” North WestThese lyrics from the track 'D!E' are highlighted by Dazed as an example of West's assertive and somewhat arrogant tone on her EP.
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Originally published by Dagens Nyheter in Swedish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.