Curb Records recording artist Jay-Way explores a full-circle life moment on new anthem, “Bank On It,” out today (3/13). Enlisting the help of KB, the two make a statement that belief and boldness don’t have to be at odds. Listen to the track HERE.
Described as a victory lap with receipts, Jay-Way’s “Bank On It” was written in a rare moment of clarity where he could finally see the full arc of his life so far: the pressure, the prayers, the progress, and the undeniable distance from where he started. The track looks back at the seasons he felt underestimated, questioned, and overlooked, contrasting those with the present reality of walking into rooms with a different kind of confidence; not the kind that comes from luck, but the kind that’s earned through watching God come through too many times to chalk anything up to coincidence. Writing “Bank On It” with KB in mind, Jay-Way was thrilled to bring on his sharp, fearless lyricism while keeping faith front and center.
“Coming out of a darker period in my life, something people could already hear on my previous projects like ‘No, I’m not Ok’, I learned to really trust God again,” Jay-Way shares. “That’s where the line in the chorus comes from: ‘I know that God got me, I can bank on it.’ When the song started coming together, I knew it needed a faith-based artist who could lyrically take the track to another level. I’ve been a fan of KB since I was a teenager, so we pitched it to him and he loved it immediately.”
With the help of KB, Jay-Way uses “Bank On It” as a reminder that ambition and gratitude can coexist. You can be competitive, confident, and hungry—and still give God the credit. The glow-up doesn’t have to erase the source; it can amplify the praise.
Listen to “Bank On It” HERE. For more information, go to www.jaywaythealien.com.
About Jay-Way:
Jay-Way, a globetrotting hip-hop artist from Amsterdam with Ghanaian roots, blends rap, pop, and soul. His debut album, Island Forgotten, released in 2023, celebrates his unique journey. Following his Hope This Helps EP, he’s set to release 3 Ghanaian rooted tracks, including “Whistle (Kill Me Slowly)” featuring Mr. Drew, “Bigger Fish” featuring Maame Adwoa, and “Dawn In Accra” featuring Kuami Eugene. Jay-Way also models for APL Worldwide and recently starred in a JBL Audio commercial, showcasing his versatility in the creative industry.
About KB:
KB is a Dove Award-winning rapper, speaker, author, and podcaster. With five full-length albums to his name — including His Glory Alone and His Glory Alone II, both of which he won the Dove Award for “Rap/Hip-Hop Album of the Year” in 2020 and 2023 respectfully. This multi-hyphenate artist is an inimitable force on today’s scene. He has become a No. 1 hitmaker and has received critical acclaim for his studio releases with placement on Billboard’s Top 200 Album Chart and top 5 on Billboard’s Top Rap Album Chart. KB is cohost of the popular podcast Southside Rabbi. Furthermore, HGA — a movement he spearheaded made up of multiethnic, urban men and women from all walks of life — has amassed a loyal following around the globe. Additionally, KB released his first book, Dangerous Jesus: Why the Only Thing More Risky than Getting Jesus Right Is Getting Jesus Wrong, via Tyndale Publishing in 2023. Although KB wears many hats, his greatest joy is being a husband to Michelle and a father to their three children.
About Curb Records:
Celebrating over 60 years in business, Curb Records is the largest independently distributed record company in America. Owned and operated by Mike Curb and founded in 1964, Curb Records has achieved 435 number one records, over 1,500 Top Ten records and charted over 4,500 total records. With over a half century in operation, Curb Records has been influential in the careers of some of the biggest names in music, including: Tim McGraw, Hank Williams Jr., Rodney Atkins, Lee Brice, LeAnn Rimes, The Judds, Dylan Scott, Sawyer Brown, for KING + COUNTRY, Wyn Starks, Wynonna, Lyle Lovett, Big Daddy Weave, We Are Messengers, Natalie Grant, Jo Dee Messina, Hannah Ellis, Mo Pitney, Hal Ketchum, and Kelsey Hart, among many others.
