Tiana Major9: The legendary Mobb Deep classic gets flipped in a must-see ‘Shook One’ music video

You know only very few can take the classic ‘Shook One’ anthem and make it work but fortunately, rap crooner Tiana Major9 delivers with her interpretation of the Mobb Deep classic. A must-see music video with Big Apple vibes all over? Oh yes.

The rap classic turning into an impressive R&B flex? I’m here for it.

With her signature blend of soulful vocals and raw honesty, Tiana transforms the classic into a modern R&B confessional—exploring heartbreak, vulnerability, and the frustration of loving someone too afraid to reciprocate. The single finds her weaving piercing lines like: “I just wanted you to say when I say that ‘I love you’ / But you run / Like a shook one”—delivered with the emotional depth that has become her trademark.

Accompanied by a Benji Allen-directed video shot in black and white across New York City, “Shook One” captures the timeless spirit of the original while showcasing Tiana’s own artistry. From subway rides to summer streets and a powerful mural tribute to Mobb Deep, the visual grounds her homage in the city where the classic was born.

“Shook One” follows her acclaimed singles “Money” and “Alone”—earning praise from The Guardian, Billboard, CLASH, Essence, COLORS, and more. Earlier this year, Tiana also held an NTS Radio residency and delivered a standout BBC Radio 1Xtra Live Lounge performance, highlighting her vocal precision and range.

With over 200M streams, collaborations alongside Stormzy, EARTHGANG, Bryson Tiller, and Unknown T, and a GRAMMY nomination for “Collide” from the Queen & Slim soundtrack, Tiana Major9 has already cemented herself as one of the UK’s most compelling voices. Now, with “Shook One” and a debut album on the way in 2025, she begins a confident new chapter—blending her love of R&B, jazz, and hip-hop while staying true to the vulnerability and honesty that set her apart.