Coming off his debut performance at Coachella in April, rapper, producer, and singer-songwriter Peter $un (Sunny) announces his next album ‘Rent Was Due…’ which will arrive on June 13 via Red Bull Records/Mind of a Genius. In tandem with the news, he released his second single off the forthcoming project, “Weight On Me” featuring SoCal rapper Buddy.
Following his bouncy March single, “All That I Want” featuring Bay Area rapper Rexx Life Raj, Sunny returns with “Weight On Me” — a breezy anthem built on laid-back rhythms and a hook tailor-made for backyard functions, rooftop parties, and nights that stretch into early mornings.
Reflecting on the creative process, Sunny shares, “Working with Buddy was cool; he brought good vibes to the studio and took the track’s energy to another level. He was so focused in our sessions and that allowed me to be really free in my approach. I just want people to have fun and get excited when this one comes on in the club”.
Adding to the vibe and inspiration behind the track, Buddy says, “This is a song that feels like the moment you build up the confidence to talk to the hot girl that almost got away”.
The release of the track is accompanied by a visualizer that brings the moment to life, with the duo hosting a lively BBQ complete with friends, dancing, and of course, the soundtrack of the summer. Both singles are indicative of Sunny’s time on the West Coast – not only expanding his range as an artist but also cementing his place in the local music scene.
As a rising artist in Los Angeles, Sunny is no stranger to working odd jobs to make ends meet. In honor of the album title and its relatability, Sunny has launched “Scummy Sunny Management” – a faux property management company that provides real-life support in the form of a giveaway.
Further expanding on the album theme, Sunny has built a world of content around his music in the form of a vlog series. Shining a candid and comedic light on the real struggle to make rent in a city full of creatives, the first episode introduces Sunny’s predicament and his elaborate scheme to avoid eviction. Follow the series on his YouTube channel here.
Sunny recently joined Hunna G for his ‘take a seat, rap on the beat’ freestyle, flexing his quick whips where artists like Ghostface Killah and Larussell have sat before. It’s a brief taste of his versatility to come on ‘Rent Was Due…’. In the months to come, Sunny is stepping confidently into the spotlight, bringing his emotions, thoughts, and truths to life through his music.
