Queen Naija Releases New EP '30.'

Hip-hop and R&B singer Queen Naija released her new EP, 30., on October 24, 2025, via Capitol Records. The album consists of an eight-song tracklist. With features from Mariah the Scientist and Cash Cobain.

What excites you about this new era of your music

Queen: The versatility that I'm finally not afraid to show anymore. When I first started out, I felt like I needed to solidify myself in R&B. I never looked at things as a competition before, but there are new artists coming out all the time. It's exciting for me to still be around and be able to come out with new music, and that people are still excited.

Your music beautifully balances heartbreak with empowerment. How do you decide when to lean into vulnerability versus strength in your songwriting?

Queen: It depends on how I feel that day. If I'm having a bad day, I'm going to go in and pour my heart out. If I’m having a great day and I feel super excited and motivated, that's when I lean into the motivational strength, fun music. Get some cookies or food in the studio. It really depends on how I'm feeling that day.

How do you see yourself evolving over the next five years—musically and personally?

Queen: I want to become a better performer. I never got a chance to do artist development when I first started. So being that I’m in this me season more, I'm going to be focused on perfecting my craft and taking things more seriously. I do want to learn some movements. I’m always involved with how my shows look. One of the things I really want to learn is how to keep pushing and promoting in a creative way that doesn't feel gimmicky. I’m going to manifest myself at the peak of my career in the next 5 years.

Do you have any plans for performing once 30. releases?

Queen: Yeah, I plan on going on tour. I don’t have any dates yet, but I know in 2026 I have to get back on tour.

While crafting your upcoming EP “30,” how was your creative process different from your older projects?

Queen: Just being able to explore with anything, new production, tempo I haven’t done before. Make sure everything is my own and very Queen. Before I was close-minded and wanted to do it my way. Now I’m very open and do whatever will help me win.

You’ve come a long way from posting YouTube covers to topping Billboard charts. Looking back, what’s one moment that still feels surreal or defining to you as an artist?

Queen: The moment that still feels surreal is when I had this huge stampede situation in Times Square, I had this platinum blonde wig. No one could tell who it was at first, they were like is that Cardi B or Niki Minaj and they were like, No, it’s Queen Naija. It made the news, too. That moment of me going to look at the billboard, and they were running to me. Opening for Mary J. Blige, I grew up listening to her. And being on Baby Face's album. All the greats have vouched for me.

What’s the message you want fans to walk away with after listening to this album?

Queen: I want people to recognize my growth. To feel like they don't have to be serious all the time. To dance, feel sexy, and confident. I want positive energy. Even though I'm experimenting with fun music, I’m still a lover girl and love heartbreak music. People feel like they are not alone. So don't count that out either.

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