The second episode of Coke Studio season 14 premiered on Wednesday night, including new potential vocalists, including up-and-coming hijabi rapper Eva B.
Kana Yaari, a Balochi pop song, was an instant hit with the audience, promising a slew of other songs throughout the season. Kaifi Khalil was the primary vocalist on the track, and Abdul Wahab Bugti played the Tambura.
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Eva B revealed the meaning behind her moniker in an exclusive chat.
“Eva B, under the aforementioned alias, is a tribute to the first woman on Earth, Eve, and, like the latter, she is a first in the country’s female rapping scene. The use of the letter B is a reference to her Baloch heritage “In a 2021 interview.
The rapper also revealed that after hearing an Eminem song, she was instantly drawn to rap music.
“What I had heard astounded and captivated me. I then proceeded to inquire of my pals about the true meaning of this music. I never imagined music could be so beautiful.”
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Her later music collaborations include one at the Lux style awards with Momina Mustehsan. She hides her identity under a hijab because it gives her a sense of anonymity while also giving her power.
