The early 2000s R&B renaissance has found its newest torchbearer in Taylor Made Da Prince. The self-proclaimed “King of Love Rap” has unleashed “Wanna Know Your Name” – a shimmering pop-R&B hybrid that perfectly captures the carefree energy of Usher’s heyday. “When I heard the instrumental, it all came to me like magic,” the South Carolina artist reveals, describing how Usher’s 2002 hit “U Don’t Have To Call” sparked his creative process.
Channeling the golden era of TRL-era hits, Taylor Made Da Prince delivers velvet-smooth vocals with Ja Rule’s swagger, creating what he calls “that Usher, Pharrell, Justin Timberlake vibe.” The track showcases his signature trifecta: flawless vocal talent, razor-sharp lyricism, and undeniable originality – qualities already earning the song heavy rotation in Atlanta clubs and radio stations.
Recorded at The 257 Project Studios with engineer Zar Turn Da Stove On, this nostalgic banger serves as the perfect lead-in to Taylor’s ambitious dual-album rollout: “Love Lectures 7” and the pop/rock-infused “Showtime” via his Starbound Music Group imprint. “It’s time for the world to hear Taylor Made Da Prince,” declares the artist, who’s clearly on a redemption arc.
Fueling his fire? The doubters back home. “I’m coming for the crown in the music industry,” he asserts. “Gonna prove my hometown wrong that I’m that guy they should have never counted out!” This determination will power his upcoming “The Smile Tour”, building on the success of his 2021 Billboard-charting collaboration with jazz legend Rachelle Ferrell.
For those craving that perfect blend of Y2K nostalgia and fresh energy, “Wanna Know Your Name” delivers. As Taylor Made Da Prince prepares to take his throne, one thing’s clear: The King of Love Rap is just getting started.