Billboard’s R&B Artist-to-Watch Nippa releases “Hope She Hears This,” a deeply personal, polished new EP.
Nippa continues his rise as one of the UK’s most compelling R&B voices with the release of his nine-track EP Hope She Hears This, out now via The Orchard. Recently named to Billboard’s 2025 R&B Artist-to-Watch list, the North London artist showcases a new level of emotional depth and sonic maturity with this latest body of work.
Crafted with purpose and care, Hope She Hears This explores themes of heartbreak, self-discovery, and emotional vulnerability. Featuring smooth, effortless vocals and polished, genre-blending production, the project pairs Nippa’s signature sound with contributions from acclaimed producers Sons Of Sonix, Thisizlondon, and WhoIsJiggi.
From the reflective “Insecure” to the slow-burning “Sum’n Serious” and fan-favorite “Unfair,” the EP delivers an immersive listen that balances soul-searching lyrics with modern R&B appeal. The newly released visual for “Kiki’s Brown Eyes” adds further depth to the standout track, highlighting Nippa’s strength in storytelling. 
Every track offers insight into a transformative chapter of the artist’s life, serving as both a personal catharsis and a universally resonant experience. Nippa’s fusion of nostalgic R&B influences with a sound that feels entirely current positions him as a defining artist of this new era.
With Hope She Hears This, Nippa not only solidifies his artistry but also delivers one of the year’s most emotionally honest and cohesive R&B projects.
