Infinite Coles Announces Debut Album SweetFace Killah

On The Table Read Magazine, “the best arts and entertainment magazine UK“, Infinite Coles unleashes his bold debut album, SweetFace Killah, a triumph of queer joy, raw resilience, and unfiltered confrontation with his estranged father Ghostface Killah.

SweetFace Killah

Infinite Coles, the acclaimed artist, performer, dancer, and model born and raised in New York City, has revealed details of his highly anticipated debut album, SweetFace Killah. Produced by Zach Witness—known for work with artists like Doechii, Frank Ocean, and Erykah Badu—the 12-track project drops on December 5 via Don’t Sleep Records/PIAS. The album captures Coles’ vocal prowess, bold lyricism, and experimental soundscapes, reflecting his path through personal struggles as a queer African American from a rap dynasty.

Double Single Tackles Estrangement and Trolls

Accompanying the announcement is the double single “SweetFaceKillah” and “Dad & I,” which delve into themes of joy, pain, love, anger, and resilience. These tracks address Coles’ complex, estranged relationship with his father, Wu-Tang Clan icon Ghostface Killah, from whom he has been separated for over a decade without contact.

“SweetFaceKillah” transforms a homophobic slur hurled by online trolls into an empowering hook for a vibrant R&B house track brimming with queer defiance and joy. Coles delivers sharp rap verses and soulful vocals that confront his father directly, questioning paternal neglect and societal expectations around masculinity and sexuality.

The song’s film noir-inspired video, directed by Coles’ close collaborator and model Ugly Worldwide (Jazelle), features surreal elements like an older man rapping the intro in a 90s girl rapper‘s voice. Coles appears fierce and alluring in braids, PVC, and red leather, voguing and performing with seductive intensity.

In contrast, “Dad & I” channels 90s hip-hop soul vibes pioneered by Mary J. Blige, with raw production, emotive vocals, and lyrics forming a heartfelt message to his father. It explores mismatched perspectives, pleas for acceptance amid demands to “man up,” and affirmations of self-worth, blending hurt with forgiveness.

Album Highlights and Personal Journey

SweetFace Killah showcases Coles’ ties to vogue-ballroom culture and unfiltered self-expression, free from judgment. Earlier singles like “BGM” and “Boots Ballroom C*nt Mix” (featuring Maleigh Zan and Julz) set the tone, with the latter praised as a manifesto of bold performance.

Standout tracks include the explosive “DMs,” an afro-house dismissal of online critics; “Shoot,” a booty-bass anthem urging haters to loosen up; “Mama Song,” an infectious ode to mothers; “Thankful,” a grateful R&B reflection on growth; and the poignant piano ballad “Body Strong.”

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Coles’ journey has been marked by turbulence, including battles as the son of rap royalty—Ghostface Killah’s child and RZA’s nephew. He first gained notice in Dazed’s cult short film Gang, described as a vogue-tumblr take on Saturday Night Fever. This led to a collaboration with XL Records’ Richard Russell on the Everything Is Recorded album, featuring on “Bloodshot Red Eyes” alongside Sampha, Syd, Giggs, Ibeyi, and Kamasi Washington.

His 2021 debut EP Destiny honored his late twin sister, enlisting talents like Sampha, saxophonist CKTRL, and rapper-producer Wiki. It earned acclaim from outlets including NME, Crack, Mixmag, The Line of Best Fit, and Notion, resonating across New York, London, and beyond.

Coles has expressed pride in the album as a culmination of his evolution, reclaiming derogatory labels from trolls into something fabulous and empowering. He credits collaborators like Zach Witness, Robot Moonjuice, and Ugly Worldwide for supporting his fearless voice, emphasizing themes of ownership, vulnerability, and familial love despite pain. As one of New York’s most captivating modern artists, SweetFace Killah promises a raw, joyous exploration of identity and resilience.

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