Lou Phelps - IS MY MIC ON (Single)
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There’s something magnetic about an artist who evolves without ever losing their spark—and Lou Phelps is doing just that. The rising Haitian-Canadian rapper just dropped “IS MY MIC ON?”, the second single off his upcoming album Chèlbè, set to drop April 4th. And let me tell you: this track doesn’t just ask the question—it answers it, loud and clear.
Following the sleek coolness of “I Dunno” and the introspective bounce of “What Now,” Lou doubles down on what makes his sound so captivating. “IS MY MIC ON” is swagger incarnate—punchy, confident, and laced with that signature groove that makes your head nod before you even realise it. There’s a polished sharpness here, both in the production and in the lyrics, that feels like a level-up. He’s not just rapping—he’s commanding the room.
And it’s no surprise, given that the entire project is produced by none other than his brother, the Grammy-winning KAYTRANADA. That sibling synergy is real: Chèlbè is shaping up to be a slick, cohesive body of work that merges Lou’s multilingual flow—English, French, and Haitian Creole—with global textures and unmistakable Montreal cool. The album also features a collab with GoldLink, promising even more sonic layers to look forward to.
What I love most about “IS MY MIC ON?” is how it embodies the meaning of Chèlbè—a Creole word that loosely translates to being ‘well put-together’ or ‘fly.’ It’s not just about fashion or style (though Lou has both in spades); it’s about a state of mind. The confidence to take up space. The clarity to tell your story, your way.
“I wanted to tap into that nostalgic feeling back from when I was a kid and always wanting to be part of this rap game,” Lou shared. “The track is about keeping it fun while being a little vulnerable with my fans and to encourage them not to let that dream slip away.”
That sentiment lands. In a landscape where authenticity often gets drowned out by noise, Lou Phelps is carving his lane—bold, bilingual, and beautifully self-assured.
April 4th can’t come soon enough.