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Get Ready For Happy Tears! BJ The Chicago Kid Serenades His Mom in Emotional Video for 'Woman's World'

The ESSENCE Festival 2016 performer pays tribute to the number one lady in his life.
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By Rachaell Davis · Updated October 27, 2020

BJ the Chicago Kid is one of many new artists of this generation taking the world by storm, but in his latest music video, it’s all about the number one lady in his life.

A refreshingly unique voice on today’s R&B music scene, BJ’s pure talent shines as he brings audiences a step closer to his personal life in the visual for his latest single “Woman’s World.”

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The heartfelt track hears BJ hone in on his signature soulful sound through meaningful lyrics about the true power, strength and resilience of women. 

In fitting tribute, BJ’s mother is seen front and center in the video as her son moves her to tears while singing his heart out in her honor.  

Watch the full video for “Woman’s World” below.

“Woman’s World” is the latest single off of BJ’s debut album In My Mind, released in February 2016.

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