BIA stopped by HOT 97 to catch up with Nessa in person for the first time since their last Zoom conversation during the pandemic. She talked about finally releasing her debut album Bianca, which drops this Friday, October 10, featuring 16 songs. Nessa asked BIA about the three words that describe where she’s at right now—intentional, unapologetic, and powerful—and what inspired her to open the album with “October.” They also discussed her singing on “Sad Party,” her long-teased R&BIA era, and how Bianca shows her as a well-rounded artist. BIA opened up about honoring Lauryn Hill on “One Thing,” her legacy, and even addresses a Stefon Diggs reference in “+44.”
They didn’t shy away from the headlines either. BIA addressed her ongoing situation with Cardi B—what went through her mind when she first heard “Pretty & Petty,” her response on “Sue Me,” and whether or not she was using Cardi’s kids’ names in lyrics. She also shared whether she could ever get past the situation and how staying honest shaped her rollout. Nessa wrapped things up with a fun round of “Bianca or Bye,” putting BIA’s unfiltered takes on love, loyalty, and life to the test.
Stream Bianca everywhere this Friday, October 10.
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