Slay Raché's 'After Hours' transports listeners into an intimate world, blending raw emotion with a captivating pop and R&B vibe.

Some songs don’t just play; they transport you. Slay Raché’s ‘After Hours’ is one of those rare tracks that feels like slipping into a secret rendezvous. Smooth, sultry, and unapologetically raw, the single has already captivated fans, with its music video crossing the 250,000-view mark and counting. For Slay Raché, though, it’s never just about numbers—it’s about the story.
“‘After Hours’ is about the moments that don’t need an audience,” she says. It’s for the times when the world feels like it’s paused, and it’s just you and that one person who makes everything else fade away. The track flows like a diary entry—personal, intimate, and a little daring. From the first lyric to the last lingering note, it’s clear that this isn’t just another pop and R&B hybrid. It’s a confession, a vibe, and a statement all in one.


Raised in Pennsylvania but finding her creative spark in New York City, Slay Raché’s journey has always been about blending contrasts. She started young, belting Whitney Houston classics on a toy microphone gifted by her Aunt Cathy, and later refined her voice studying jazz vocals at The New School. But pop and R&B are where she feels most at home. Her jazz training provided the foundation, teaching her the rules, but it was in pop where she found the freedom to break them.

The visuals for ‘After Hours’ bring that same energy. Shot in Brooklyn, the music video is stripped back yet magnetic, focusing on Raché’s ability to command attention without overcomplication. The visuals for ‘After Hours’ are intentionally minimalistic, capturing the song’s intimate vibe. By focusing on raw performance and mood, the video invites viewers into Slay Raché’s world without unnecessary embellishments.

 

Her inspirations read like a playlist for the bold and the boundary-pushing: Victoria Monét, Doja Cat, Jazmine Sullivan, and Ariana Grande. But there’s an undercurrent of classicism in her approach—an echo of Barbra Streisand’s theatricality and Whitney Houston’s timelessness. Slay Raché draws inspiration from the greats while staying true to her own voice, blending their influence into her unique storytelling and artistry.

 

‘After Hours’ isn’t just a single; it’s a snapshot of where Slay Raché is headed. With new music on the horizon and plans for a live show concept in the works, she’s ready to take her listeners even deeper into her world. Slay Raché’s music revolves around connection—moments that feel deeply personal, like a late-night text or a song that becomes part of your story.

 

Slay Raché’s story is just beginning, but if ‘After Hours’ is anything to go by, it’s going to be a journey worth watching.

Watch the video for 'After Hours' now: