Rising R&B artist Courtney Rhodes steps into the spotlight with undeniable ease on her newest single, “Mini Shorts (On),” a breezy, mid-tempo groove that drips with self-assurance and sensuality. Just in time for rising temperatures and rooftop parties, the track is an effortlessly flirty celebration of feminine confidence—and a strong showcase of Rhodes’ talents as both a vocalist and producer.
Originally hailing from Houston and shaped musically in Atlanta, Courtney Rhodes isn’t just singing the song—she’s crafting it from the ground up. A multi-instrumentalist with a degree in Music Management from Georgia State University, Rhodes proves she’s the full package: creative, technical, and wholly in control. She wrote, produced, and recorded the track herself—fusing an airy guitar loop, clean drums, and her signature bassline to lay the perfect foundation for her soft, sultry vocal delivery.
Thematically, “Mini Shorts (On)” taps into something universally recognizable: that shift in energy when you feel good in your skin, and everyone around you notices. It’s playful without being performative, sexy without trying too hard. “It’s a flirty, cute, sexy, mid-tempo song for the girlies,” Rhodes explains. And it delivers just that—a soundtrack to slow struts, sun-drenched afternoons, and the kind of attention you didn’t ask for but know you deserve.
Coming off her 2021 debut project Infatuated, “Mini Shorts (On)” shows clear artistic growth. Where Infatuated introduced us to Rhodes’ polished vocals and storytelling, her latest release adds a deeper level of creative autonomy and sonic refinement. It feels modern but nostalgic—an R&B throwback filtered through a 2025 lens, confident and carefree.
“Mini Shorts (On)” is more than a vibe—it’s a statement of feminine energy and summer freedom, wrapped in Rhodes’ signature smooth style. A standout from an artist clearly on the rise, it’s one to cue up whenever you need to feel yourself a little more.
