MC Lyte, a hip-hop trailblazer, has just released “Make a Livin,” the latest single from her new album 1 of 1. The track highlights her signature lyrical strength and speaks to themes of resilience and hard work, continuing her legacy of empowering messages. With 1 of 1, MC Lyte proves she’s still a dominant force in the music industry, blending modern sounds with the timeless energy that first made her an icon. As she once said, “You gotta get up, get out, and get something”—a message that still resonates in her latest work.

MC Lyte is back with a new album, featuring an incredible lineup of artists including Stevie Wonder, Common, Q-Tip, Lil Mama, Ghostface Killah, Mary Mary, Muni Long, Cheryl ‘Salt’ James, Big Daddy Kane, Eric Dawkins, Joistarr, and more.