CHEY: The Princess 2nd Generation Wu Enters Her Time

The Culture Inc e~Mag Vol 2 Issue 2

CHEY: The Princess of 2nd Generation Wu Steps Into Her Time

A New Chapter for a Rising Voice from Shaolin

From Shaolin, Staten Island, New York, comes CHEY, an artist emerging from a deep-rooted lineage in music and entertainment while carving out her own identity within the culture. Known as “The Princess of 2nd Generation Wu,”CHEY represents a new generation carrying forward the creative spirit of the Wu-Tang family while bringing her own voice, personality, style, and perspective to Hip Hop. Her musical journey began taking shape with early appearances connected to 2nd Generation Wu, followed by her 2024 solo releases, including “Hair and Nails” and “Boujee & Ghetto.” “Hair and Nails” was officially released January 21, 2024, while “Boujee & Ghetto” followed on February 19, 2024. 

CHEY’S TIME Has Arrived

Now, CHEY enters another chapter with her album Chey’s Time, an 11-track project released August 31, 2026. The album brings together her personality, confidence, storytelling, and New York energy across a collection that moves through different sides of her artistry. The official release page lists the project as available through multiple music platforms, while Apple Music confirms the 11-song album and its August 31 release date.

Chey’s Time — Tracklist:

  1. Intro

  2. Top Tier

  3. Pop My Shit

  4. Warren Sapp

  5. Mom and Dad Skit

  6. Orange Peel

  7. Say Much (feat. E the God)

  8. 1942

  9. Back To Back

  10. The Greatest

  11. Hair and Nails

The project also brings previously released material into the larger album story. “Hair and Nails” was originally released January 21, 2024, establishing an early chapter of CHEY's solo catalog. “Orange Peel” was released as a single on July 17, 2026, making it another pre-album release that now sits within the full Chey’s Time experience.

An Intimate Celebration at Eve’s Ultra Lounge

The album release was celebrated with an intimate gathering of family, friends, and specially invited guests at the upscale Eve’s Ultra Lounge in Arthur Kill, Staten Island, NY. The evening created an atmosphere centered around CHEY, her music, and the people who came together to celebrate this important moment. Guests were treated to endless delicious hors d’oeuvres and an open bar, with amazing bartenders including @bait_the_batender, while the musical energy was elevated by the one and only @djtystorm, who came in from Pennsylvania. Staten Island’s very own @maya.da.poet hosted the celebration from beginning to end, helping keep the evening moving while guests experienced the celebration firsthand.

The Culture Inc Magazine Was There

The Culture Inc Magazine was honored to attend as a guest and provide media coverage on behalf of 2nd Generation Wu’s iNTeLL, with Worldwide Fleet DJs’ very own Host Lady Jay representing New York. From the music and atmosphere to the family, friends, special guests, and supporters gathered in the room, the celebration was about more than simply releasing an album—it was about marking a new chapter in CHEY’s journey. To truly understand the energy, personalities, conversations, and experiences of everyone who attended, you just had to be there.

For those who weren't in the room, the music provides another way to experience the moment. CHEY’s Chey’s Time is available now, bringing together 11 tracks that document this point in her artistic journey and introduce listeners to the world she is continuing to build. Listen to Chey’s Time: CLICK BUTTON BELOW.

The Culture Inc e~Magazine Spotlight:
CHEY | “The Princess of 2nd Generation Wu” | Shaolin, Staten Island, NY | Chey’s Time | 11 Tracks | 2026

Published Sept 2026