Yes, you read that title correctly! Antonia surprised fans with the release of her latest single, “No Hate”, a Romanian-English rap track that marks a notable shift in her musical direction. Stepping into a genre closely associated with her fiancé, Alex Velea, the Romanian star continues to demonstrate her versatility and evolving artistry. This acts as the follow-up to her collaboration with Gran Error on the single “Levitate“.
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Written by Antonia alongside Mihai Alexandru Bogdan, Costel Dominteanu, and Stefan Ionita (L U $ A), and produced by Quick and DOMINO, “No Hate” is a hip-hop-infused track that blends rap elements with polished pop production to create a distinctive and memorable sound. Throughout the song, Antonia delivers a confident and controlled performance, demonstrating her ability to adapt to the genre with ease and showing she has what it takes to throw it down and spit bars. Her flow carries a sense of intensity and rhythm, with stylistic touches that may draw comparisons to artists such as Iggy Azalea and Brooke Candy. With its themes of self-empowerment and resilience, the track reinforces her position as an artist unafraid to explore new creative directions.
Lyrically, “No Hate” by Antonia conveys themes of self-confidence, personal growth, and resilience in the face of negativity. Across the track, the artist embraces a sense of renewal and a positive mindset, repeatedly referencing the phrase “no hate” alongside imagery of starting over with a “new record”. Antonia projects an assertive attitude, addressing critics while reinforcing her artistic identity and success, with lyrics that suggest a strong belief in her own abilities and position within the industry. The song ultimately functions as an empowering statement about staying focused on personal progress and maintaining self-belief while navigating external judgment.
Accompanying the single’s release last week was the official music video, directed by Ciolpan. Conveying a relaxed, urban atmosphere, the video sees Antonia alongside a group of friends in a derelict construction site, where unfinished structures and graffiti-covered walls set the tone for the visual backdrop. Throughout the video, Antonia performs directly to the camera while her friends dance and move to the beat, blending light choreography with TikTok-inspired dance elements that enhance the laid-back energy of the track. The result is a visual that balances performance and casual group dynamics, reinforcing the song’s confident yet unbothered attitude.
Antonia Iacobescu is a Romanian singer, songwriter, and performer known for her blend of pop, dance, R&B, and urban-influenced sounds—and now rap. Born in Bucharest in 1989, she rose to prominence in the late 2000s, with her breakthrough coming through her feature on Tom Boxer’s international hit “Morena”, which helped establish her as one of Romania’s most recognisable contemporary artists. She further strengthened her profile through a string of successful collaborations and solo releases, including “Mátame” featuring Erik, which showcased her versatility across Latin-influenced pop and dance styles. Over the years, she has maintained a consistent presence in the Romanian music scene, building a catalogue that spans club-driven anthems, radio-friendly pop, and genre-blending collaborations with a wide range of producers and artists.
With “No Hate”, Antonia continues to evolve her sound, stepping into new territory while maintaining the confidence and identity that have defined her career. It marks another chapter in her ongoing artistic journey, one that suggests there may be more experimentation to come.
“No Hate”, by Antonia, is available to download and stream, right now, across all platforms, via Global Records.
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