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Cloud 9 (Baker Boy song)
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Wikipedia article
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| type = single
| artist = Baker Boy featuring Kian
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| released = 27 April 2017
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| length = 3:14
| label = Baker Boy (independent)
| writer =
| producer = Tobiahs Fakhri
| chronology = Baker Boy singles
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| next_title = Marryuna
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"'Cloud 9'" is a song by Indigenous Australian musician Baker Boy featuring Australian
musician Kian. It was released in April 2017 as both artists' debut single. It is credited as the first original rap to be recorded and released in Yolu Matha language.
Following its release, Triple J named Baker Boy their Indigenous Unearthed winner, earning him a spot to perform at the 2017 National Indigenous Music Awards.
Reception
Sosefina Fuamoli from 'The AU Review' said "Encompassing a vibrant blend of hip hop and fun lyricism, 'Cloud 9' is a perfect example of the fresh young talent thriving up North." Fuamoli continued saying "'Cloud 9' is Baker Boy's passionate introduction of a tune, while Kian's vocals in the chorus adds extra flair. Rapping in both English and Yolu Matha, Baker Boy is a breath of fresh air."
'Indigenous Community TV' called the song "an example of the real Aussie Hip-hop". Andrea Gavrilovic from 'MTV Australia' called the song "equal parts catchy and ground breaking." 'The Music AU' called the song "an absolute banger".
References
Category:2017 debut singles
Category:2017 songs
Category:Baker Boy songs
Category:Kian (musician) songs
Category:Songs written by Baker Boy
Category:Songs written by Kian (musician)
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