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Joy Crookes – ‘Pass The Salt’

Joy Crookes Makes a Fierce Comeback with Bold New Single “Pass The Salt”

South London’s neo-soul sensation Joy Crookes returns from a three-year hiatus with the razor-sharp and stylish new single “Pass The Salt,” featuring a slick guest verse from Vince Staples. It’s a witty, confrontational anthem, inspired by a real-life antagonist. As Crookes explains, the track is about “a woman I vaguely know, who is just a prick, who got jealous and started spreading rumours about me.” Her musical response? A no-nonsense challenge: “Okay bitch, if you got something to say, say it to my face.”

Marking her first release since the critically lauded debut album Skin, “Pass The Salt” signals the beginning of a bold new chapter. Known for her seamless fusion of neo-soul, jazz, and alt-R&B, Crookes now pivots toward a more hip-hop-infused direction. Produced alongside longtime collaborator Blue May, the track bristles with heavy percussion, a dark, atmospheric beat, and haunting vocal layers. Vince Staples’ sharp contribution complements the shift perfectly, adding grit and texture while enhancing the song’s narrative arc.

Lyrically, Crookes is at her most unapologetic and empowered. More than a mere diss track, “Pass The Salt” is a defiant declaration of self-worth, resilience, and unshakable confidence. “I got thick skin on these bones, ah / When a bitch doesn’t rise to rumour / Get the words stuck in your throat…” she sings in the chorus—a clear message that she won’t be rattled by petty slander.

This isn’t just a return; it’s a reinvention. With “Pass The Salt,” Joy Crookes blends her signature soulfulness with a harder-edged, hip-hop sensibility that feels both authentic and exciting. Confident, cutting, and captivating, the single sets the stage for a new era—one where Crookes isn’t just reclaiming her space, but reshaping what it means to be a modern British neo-soul artist.

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