Trailblazing artist 2AM Ricky returns with a powerful sonic celebration on his latest single, “TDLR”—a euphoric, high-octane track that bridges Southern Black nostalgia, bounce, house, and the electric pulse of modern queer joy. Produced by ClayCo Beats, the single is pure movement: a club banger, a cookout anthem, and a cultural callback all in one.
Leaning into Atlanta’s Freaknik-era spirit with slick electronic production and a hook designed for choreography—“Hands up, both knees, legs bent…”—‘TDLR’ is more than music, it’s a kinetic ritual of release. Ricky’s minimalist, hypnotic vocals leave room for the beat to breathe and bang, giving listeners the space to move how they want, wherever they are.
While Ricky is known for pushing genre boundaries, this track goes further—paying homage to the freedom of Black Southern culture while centering queer, trans narratives in spaces often overlooked by mainstream music. It’s a track built for dance floors, block parties, and anywhere liberation is welcome.
Coming off the momentum of his iTunes-charting single “Move,” GRAMMY® buzz, and high-profile sync placements, ‘TDLR’ reaffirms 2AM Ricky’s position as both an innovator and a cultural force. With his World Pride performance on the horizon and debut album Don’t Forget to Call slated for fall, Ricky is building a legacy that merges visibility, activism, and sonic fire.
“TDLR” is sweaty, stylish, and subversive—a track with history in its bones and joy in its DNA. Turn it up and let it lead you home.
