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She Feels Compelled to Acknowledge Social Issues, Especially Those Concerning Alabama

In May 2019, Chika debuted a brand-new song, "Richey vs. Alabama" on Jimmy Kimmel Live, referring to the anti-abortion bill signed by the state's Republican governor. When asked by Uproxx in July 2019 what inspired her to make the political statement, Chika said that she couldn't imagine not acknowledging the bill when she had the opportunity and the platform.

". . . when I see something bad happening, I always have to say something about it, even if it's to my detriment," she said. "I feel like art is probably the best way to have a happy medium between being that person who's always being a red flag waver at all times and also being able to call out things that you think are important. It doesn't always seem like an inspiration or choice, it mostly feels like a stream of consciousness."