FYC: Best SPOKEN WORD POETRY ALBUM
FYC: Best SPOKEN WORD POETRY ALBUM
Roots & Wings is a powerful and soulful exploration of growth, hope, faith, and discovering purpose—delivered through the raw potency of
spoken word poetry.
Ty Scott King's vulnerability and storytelling are both captivating and transcendent. The production blends intensity with healing, perfectly complementing poetry that speaks directly to the soul—enhanced by three featured vocalists who add rich harmonic depth.
Early acclaim has cemented Roots & Wings as King's
most impactful album to date.
Listen to "Roots & Wings"
CREDITS
Producer(s)
Sonny Knight – Co-Executive Producer, Co-Producer
Ty Scott King – Co-Executive Producer, Co-Producer
Writer
Ty Scott King (All poems & vocals)
Recording & Mix Engineer
Sonny Knight (All Tracks)
Mastering Engineer
Rob Hooper for LoveWork Music, LLC (All Tracks)
Vocalists
Madolyn Abigail
Jamal McGhee
Pae Murray
Record Label
Smokin’ Penz Multimedia Group
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FYC: Best R&B Song + Best R&B Performance
A soul-stirring collaboration between Pae Murray and GRAMMY®-nominated poet Ty Scott King, "Pen Cry" is a healing anthem for survivors whose stories have been silenced or overlooked—especially Black women.
Blending spoken word and soulful vocals, the track is both a release and a reclamation.
Featured in an exclusive article on GRAMMY.com, “Pen Cry” is more than a song—it’s a movement rooted in truth, power, and emotional restoration.
FYC: Additional features
Category: Best Contemporary Blues Album
Album: Vergara Street
Lead Artist: Antonio Vergara
Background Vocalist: Ty Scott King
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