Along the East Coast, in a male dominated industry, picture a haystack of female MC’s. If you were to discover a needle, then you’ve pricked yourself in North Carolina. There stands a provocative and lyrically stimulating female emcee. On point and dominating every stage she has set foot on… Meet Ivy Monae.

Ebony “Ivy Monae” Youngs’ ability to deliver lyrical variety, create remixed and original music that is personal, yet relatable, is undoubtedly what separates her from other artists. Ivy was crowned Best New Hip Hop Artist at the 2014 Carolina Music Awards. She achieved this by demonstrating her raw talent through hard work – no modeling necessary. Her fan base is always there, whether online or in person. She credits her supporters for boosting her talents into the industry limelight.
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Out of nowhere, her talent catapulted her fan base, otherwise known as “Team Ivy League”. Ivy Monae accomplished this through viral marketing and touring with her team in a short time. Her top influences include Lil’ Kim, Biggie, and MC Lyte, which you will recognize at any of her live performances. Yes, she writes her bars and the emotion behind her vernacular is representative of true Hip Hop. Ivy Monae is a woman who is intent on making her mark in the Hip Hop industry and will not stop until she does

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