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Robyn is literally perfect, which means her music is literally perfect. (Or "litchrly" if you're a Rachel Zoe fan.) So when we heard Baltimore rapper-singer and student of M.I.A. Rye Rye was going to take a stab at reinterpreting Robyn's masterpiece "Be Mine" (originally released in 2005), we thought about raising an eyebrow. But when we heard that Queen Robyn sanctioned this endeavor and better yet, would accompany Rye Rye by singing her classic hook, we repressed a brow raise. Because what was once an uptempo pop jam ideal for a calorie-burning workout has been transformed into a slowed-down, chilled-out, prime for sipping-(virgin)-Margaritas-on-a-roof type of record.
In the brand-new video, the girls are seen swagging down the graffiti-covered streets of L.A. Decked out in a multicolored spandex bodysuit (cause what else would she wear?) Robyn trades in her signature sprightly super-heroic dancing for some pensive swaying. Rye Rye, sporting some seriously bold makeup choices, confirms her place as everyone's new favorite femcee. (And PLEASE, out with that Go! Pop! Bang! album already!!) Her flip, perfectly bratty rhymes serve as a perfect complement to Robyn's sultry and seductive chorus. Plus, Rye Rye's working what the patented Jay-Z "Dirt Off Your Shoulder" dance move, so that's another win.
+ Watch Rye Rye's "Never Will Be Mine" video featuring Robyn.