Dua Saleh (@doitlikedua) is a multidisciplinary Sudanese American artist. Not too long ago, (they/them) released an alluring alternative single, “pussy suicide.”
Dua Saleh – “pussy suicide” Music Video
Contemplative and rousing, “pussy suicide” sees Dua Saleh examining the deeply complex nature of romantic relationships and the particularly daunting toxic elements that can persist. Flanked by a looping guitar riff and moody trap beat, their delivery adopts different pitches, from low, morphing drawls to high-register raps. It’s another display of Saleh’s staggering prowess as a singer, songwriter, and sonic architect.
“Sometimes people won’t admit that they’re toxic,” Dua Saleh stated. “This is a song about being with somebody who was previously toxic that makes you question their actions. When you stay with this person, you’re feeding the fire because you feel uncomfortable with the dynamics. I was trying to not pursue those feelings but had difficulty moving on. Eventually, I learned to have more respect for myself.”
“pussy suicide” is featured on Dua Saleh’s highly anticipated debut album, “I SHOULD CALL THEM,” out October 11th via Ghostly International. The project houses a collection of R&B-infused electronic indie-pop songs that portray the spiritual power, resilience, and joy of love found between two star-crossed lovers. Equal parts imaginative and lived-through, it’s a statement record only Saleh could make.
Dua Saleh – “I SHOULD CALL THEM” album
“I SHOULD CALL THEM” features striking collaborations with Gallant, serpentwithfeet, Sid Sriram, and Ambré; and production contributions from highly acclaimed Grammy-nominated producers such as Rogét Chahayed (Travis Scott, Jack Harlow, Khalid, Doja Cat), Biako (Fousheé, Yuna, Jean Dawson), Stint (Carly Rae Jepsen, Kesha), and 1Mind (Juice WRLD, Don Toliver, Lil Yachty). It serves as Saleh’s first body of work since their contribution as a co-writer for Travis Scott’s UTOPIA track ‘MY EYES’ (alongside Justin Vernon and Sampha), returning to their breakout role in the Netflix series “Sex Education,” and taking the cover of GAY TIMES as their 2023 Rising Star in Music honor recipient.
“I SHOULD CALL THEM” is also Saleh’s most vulnerable work, an apocalyptic narrative informed by environmental anxieties and their experiences as a lover, holding personal truth and hope amidst chaos.
Dua Saleh
Born in Kassala, Sudan (Tunjur Tribe), raised in Minnesota, and now based in Los Angeles, Dua Saleh has quickly established their own lane in the larger music arena on their terms. Across three EPs since 2019, they’ve deftly fused and inverted genre conventions, traversing R&B, soul, rock, hip-hop, electronic pop, and beyond with a socially conscious style driven by melody, grit, and bravado.
Saleh’s foundation as a skilled poet and their close ties to the indigenous roots have enriched their music with incredible depth. At age five, Saleh and their family immigrated to the U.S. as refugees after fleeing Sudan’s civil war. Their family settled in the Midwest, where Saleh grew up listening to a mix of ‘40s soul and jazz, ’90s hip-hop, dancehall, afro-beat, and Sudanese singers on cable TV. Saleh’s voice took shape through poetry, first via their mother’s scripture readings from the Quran and later across spoken word open mic nights, academic studies, and activist work in their community.
Saleh’s three EPs — NŪR, ROSETTA, and CROSSOVER, released by AGAINST GIANTS — have seen critical acclaim from all corners of the press and clocked in over 94 million streams. Their list of collaborations includes Amaarae, Bon Iver, Corbin (fka Spooky Black), Denzel Curry, Duckwrth, Travis Scott, and more.
Dua Saleh – “pussy suicide” Single
“Why ain’t you leaving? Know I must have f***** up every single evening. But you hold me down and ask me why I’m seething. I feel paranoid that you still go to see them, felt like hearts was bleeding. Was I leading you on when I told you I was really healing? I think we could benefit from room for breathing, but I’m down for now. And can you really feel it, tell me that you feel it.” – lyrics
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