Along with collaborators Krystal Klear, Solomon Childs, and Killah Priest, Q. Ali Bey urges his community to speak loud and stand tall in new single, ‘Never Judge A Book’.
Q. Ali Bey’s sound is unyielding, honest, his tracks are charged by a genuine desire for change, and flow like currents of empowerment, giving his listeners somewhere unique to process, heal, and rise up against their circumstances. Q. Ali Bey understands the profound impacts of injustice, having himself endured a brutal encounter with the police. He could have internalised his anger and resentment of the experience, but instead he chose to use it for good, and he works tirelessly as both artist and activist, empowering marginalized communities with his nonprofit organisation, Know-Your-Rights, as well as other innovative projects, taking his inspiration from his late mother Patricia.
‘Never Judge A Book’ delivers an always relevant message: nobody has any right to judge anyone else. Appearances can be deceiving, and those assumptions we make can harm the most vulnerable among us. Q. Ali Bey believes that we all have the power to bring forth our dreams to reality, and break free from that which binds us. Q. Ali Bey serves as a resonant voice for not just his community but also all of America, as he represents the ones who refuse to let prejudice stand in the way of a brighter future.
With dreamy, bass-driven West-Coast hip-hop beats, Q. Ali Bey offers wisdom and solidarity to those worn down by the systems of oppression. Joined by Wu-Tang Clan-affiliated Solomon Childs and Killah Priest, who share their own perspectives, their words of encouragement, and wisdom, as well as the angelic, comforting vocals of The Official Krystal Klear, the message of ‘Never Judge A Book’ is poignant and meaningful. When one is feeling that they are “about to drown,” it’s important to “hold it down” – remember all of us have just one life to live. ‘Don’t Judge A Book’ is a rallying cry, and a beacon of hope for those determined to succeed despite the pitfalls.
Filmed at Leimert Park, one of Los Angeles’ most vibrant cultural hubs, the music video for ‘Don’t Judge A Book’ carries with it a down-to-earth aesthetic that is miles away from the traditional hip-hop style. Q. Ali Bey provides a showcase for the community, with its rich, bustling culture, uplifting the residents who are filled with the spirit that inspired the track. Q. and his collaborators form a united crew, setting the groundwork for lasting change, and encouraging others to speak their truth.
Watch the music video for ‘Never Judge A Book’ below, and find out more about Q. Ali Bey and his music online on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok.
