August 13, 2025 – Los Angeles, CA – Today, genre-blending singer, songwriter, and producer ROE releases her long-awaited EP, Oakwood , a rich and deeply personal body of work that marks a new era in her artistry and firmly positions her as one of R&B’s most compelling new voices. Alongside the full project, she unveils the high-energy single Pull Up (Drop), an irresistible track that blends nostalgic party vibes with modern femme energy. The record features a bold flip of a legendary Fatman Scoop shout-out sample , transforming it into a bouncy, empowering anthem that’s as fun as it is unforgettable.
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With Oakwood, ROE delivers her most confident and sonically adventurous project to date. Rooted in the duality of her upbringing in Venice, California , and inspired by the rich Black history of the Oakwood neighborhood , the EP fuses R&B, hip-hop, and alt-pop into a sound that’s entirely her own. It’s a love letter to identity, freedom, femininity, and the ever-evolving spirit of Los Angeles.
The project showcases ROE’s emotional depth and musical range through standout records. “Stay” opens with a silky, emotional reflection on longing and romantic vulnerability, revealing her gift for intimate storytelling. “In My Skin” follows as a powerful anthem of self-love and personal growth, encouraging listeners to embrace every version of themselves. The EP closes with “Love You Now” , a sensual, slow-burning R&B cut produced by Ric Rude, layered with sultry vocals and hypnotic melodies that leave a lasting impression.
Each track builds on ROE’s narrative of honest storytelling and cultural connection , where softness and strength coexist, and where classic soul sensibilities meet future-forward sound. ROE shares, “Oakwood is a love letter to my Hometown in Venice, CA. It’s love, it’s community, family, and resilience. It’s new nostalgia, oldies, and goodies. It’s absolutely everything, and I’m so excited to share.”
With Oakwood, ROE not only honors where she’s from , she expands what’s possible for women in R&B today. The result is a project that’s bold, raw, and deeply rooted in both nostalgia and next-gen energy.
OAKWOOD EP TRACKLISTING:
- In My Skin
- Stay
- Pull Up (Drop)
- Love You Now
ROE- “LOVE YOU NOW” (Official Video)
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ABOUT ROE:
Born and raised in Venice, California, ROE (born June 5, 1996) is a Grammy® Award–winning vocalist, songwriter, producer, and entrepreneur signed to Universal Music Publishing Group. With a voice that blends the warmth of classic R&B with the edge of modern soul, ROE first made her mark as a songwriter behind the scenes before stepping into the spotlight with her debut single “I Like” in 2020. The track quickly gained momentum, debuting as the second most-added R&B song on Billboard Radio and amassing over 10 million streams across platforms. It would go on to anchor her debut EP, My Way, which has surpassed 30 million streams and remains a standout body of work. The success of the project earned her attention from top editorial teams at Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, and Pandora, as well as acclaim from leading tastemakers in the industry.
ROE’s musical journey began early. One of her earliest is being filmed by her mother at age five, singing Kirk Franklin’s “Stomp” with conviction. Influenced by legends like Mariah Carey and shaped by the cultural energy of her Los Angeles hometown, ROE developed a sound that is soulful, emotional, and deeply resonant. Her music reflects a deep understanding of melody, feeling, and storytelling , a reflection of her years crafting hits for others.
As a songwriter, ROE has penned songs for some of the biggest names in music, including Mary J. Blige, Usher, Normani, Kiana Ledé, Teyana Taylor, City Girls, Lil Jon, and Kash Doll. Her work has appeared in hit television series such as Empire and Star, and her collaboration with Sachi, “Sparking My Fire,” was featured on NBC’s World of Dance. Her songwriting credits include standout tracks like “Lick” by Shenseea featuring Megan Thee Stallion, “H.E.R.” by Megan Thee Stallion, “80/20” by Chloe x Halle, “Doing Too Much” by Kash Doll, and “Papers” by Usher. She’s also expanded her reach into the dance and pop world through collaborations with internationally recognized DJs like Tiësto and The Him.
With her rich, magnetic vocals and emotionally raw lyricism, ROE continues to carve out her space in contemporary R&B while honoring its timeless roots. As both an artist and entrepreneur, she brings a unique voice, vision, and vulnerability to every record , establishing herself as one of the most compelling new voices in music today.
