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Foxfire Magazine reviewed RICKIA's cover of "Mirror" by Madison Ryan, praising it as a close, personal listening experience rooted in emotional honesty. "Her voice is smooth, restrained, but sensitive enough that each lyric feels personal and bare." Read the full review on Foxfire Magazine.

Music publication Uranium Waves gave RICKIA's acoustic cover of Donny Hathaway's "A Song for You" a full dedicated review, praising her restraint and emotional precision. "Her silky vocal delivery gives the song a private-room quality, as if the recording is less a remake than a direct conversation held after the noise has disappeared." Read the full review on Uranium Waves.

Singer/songwriter Rickia's latest release, "The Truth," is a modern take on early 2000s R&B/hiphop infused sounds. The beat is plucky and groovy, reminiscent of tracks by Rodney Jerkins, and finds Rickia pouring on the adulation for that special someone who makes her heart flutter. She details the dichotomy of being head over heels for someone whose love pulls them in two opposing directions. To read more, review the rest of the article here.

Brazilian music platform Roadie Music featured RICKIA's "The Truth," highlighting its standout Indie R&B production and smooth melodic sensibility. "The vocal work deserves special attention, bringing excellent layered harmonies." Read the full review on Roadie Music.

Brazilian music blog Music for All spotlighted "The Truth," praising its high-quality R&B production and standout vocal performance. ""The vocals are the standout here — a true differentiator. Highly recommended for fans of the genre." Read the full review on Music for All.

French music publication IGGY Magazine gave "The Truth" a dedicated feature, calling it a raw and visceral introspection into the grey zones of love. "Rickia doesn't sing to impress; she tells a story. Her storytelling has that rare sincerity that transforms a personal journal into a universal mirror." Read the full review on IGGY Magazine.

Rickia's "A Song for You" is a heartfelt, sincere song. It's a respectful remake that captures the timeless heartbreak at the song's center and gently sets it in a softer, modern space. The cover is adorned with fragile acoustic folk textures, reducing the classic to its emotional essentials and allowing every lyric to breathe naturally. The artist doesn't try to imitate Hathaway's legendary version of the song, but makes it her own, highlighting the fragility, gratitude, and

Caesar Live N Loud featured RICKIA's newest single "ICU," calling it a smooth and soulful piece of Contemporary R&B out via ARMXVI Records. "A message that is flawlessly conveyed through Rickia's honeyed, soulful vocals which glide passionately over the chilled-out R&B production." — Caesar Live N Loud, April 2026 Read the full review on Caesar Live N Loud.

"RICKIA released a new single called 'EX,' and it's a smooth mix of pop and R&B that really catches your ear. RICKIA's voice is soft and beautiful, adding a lot of emotion to the song. The production is tight and polished... This new single is a well-made, enjoyable track that shows off RICKIA's talent and style." — Yellow & Black, March 2026 Read the full review on Yellow and Black.

RICKIA's single "EX" was handpicked as one of The Word Is Bond's top music submissions for March 2026 — a round-up featuring only the strongest tracks submitted to the publication. "Armed with her sultry vocal runs and rich tone, she takes us on an emotional journey about the ups and downs of love." — The Word Is Bond, March 2026 Read the full review on The Word is Bond.

RICKIA's single "EX" caught the attention of Extravafrench, a Paris-based music publication covering the best in R&B, soul, and pop. "'EX' is the kind of song you listen to knowing full well you should have taken it off your playlist months ago." — Extravafrench, March 2026 Read the Full Feature (originally published in French).

RICKIA's latest single "EX" caught the attention of Ratings Game Music, earning a 4-star review for its raw vocal delivery and emotional depth. "Vocally, Rickia shines with raw honesty and unfiltered expression." — Quincy, Ratings Game Music Read the full review on Ratings Game Music.