Trendy Neighborhood Guide: Virginia Beach & Norfolk
Made up of nine independent cities along Virginia’s coast, Hampton Roads is home to over 1.8 million people and draws visitors to…
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NORFOLK'S RISING STAR
Kingna Scott is an up and coming artist on Pusha T’s record label Heir Wave. Hailing from the small town of Farmville, VA, she polished her musical and vocal talent at church. What began as a task at only 3 years old, quickly turned into a passion, teaching herself various instruments influenced by the gospel sounds and choir around her. She continues to find inspiration in her surroundings right here in Virginia.
As she prepares to release her debut album, Kingna was excited to collaborate with Virginia is for Lovers on “Heart & Soul,” and created the song “VA SWAY,” which serves as a beautiful reflection of the state that she calls home.
VA SWAY dives deep into Kingna Scott's love of Virginia, but where does she love specifically? Check out her city guide below and learn about her favorite places to eat, shop, and unwind.
CELEBRATING BLACK CULTURE
"Black Culture in VA to me, means foundation. Black culture is loud and animated, and loud is just fine. Loud isn't always aggression; it's excitement, it's expression, it's happiness. Black culture is laughing so hard, you smack the person who said whatever was funny. Black culture is talking smack, and roasting one another (out of fun) to cope with the bad stuff, toughen up, and get it out on the table. Black culture is taking what you have, and building something better with it." - Kingna Scott
ABOUT VA SWAY
"This song is important to me because it describes growing up in not only central VA, but all along the east coast. I think a lot of people will be able to relate to parts of the story that the lyrics tell. This song was written to always remember my grandmother, one of the most resilient and wisest people I've ever known.
I want people to take from this song the warmth I felt while writing it. I wrote it from a glowing place. This song describes a reflection. It's okay to reflect, and to remember, or to even be proud of your personal experience, and where you come from." - Kingna Scott
Check out Kingna's City Guide to Norfolk and Virginia Beach
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