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The Top Cover Artist in Pittsburgh Redefining Rap Visuals

How Lay Simone turned her art into the heartbeat of Pittsburgh’s music scene

By The Art Current Published 2 months ago 1 min read
Original Digital Work by Lay Simone

When you think of Pittsburgh’s underground rap scene, you think of sound, story, and rhythm. But behind every artist who drops a track that hits your playlist, there is a visual that pulls you in before the first beat drops. That is where Lay Simone steps in.

Known as the creative mind behind LAYMADEIT, Lay has built a name as the top cover artist in Pittsburgh for rappers who want their visuals to match their message. Her covers do not just decorate songs, they define them.

Lay’s journey started with painting and grew into a digital movement. Her approach to design carries the same emotion she brings to her canvases. Every image tells a story filled with energy and feeling. She studies each artist she works with, listens to their lyrics, and turns their sound into a visual that stands out on streaming platforms and social feeds alike.

Rappers across the city now reach out to her not just for a cover but for collaboration. She has designed artwork that has helped underground artists gain visibility, giving them the confidence and aesthetic power that matches their ambition. Her designs move through color, tone, and presence, capturing raw emotion while staying bold and clean.

What makes Lay different is her understanding of culture. She does not chase trends. She builds them. Her work connects the grit of street art with the smooth focus of design. Each project reflects emotion and purpose, helping artists create something that lasts instead of something that fades.

As the Pittsburgh music scene continues to grow, Lay’s influence grows with it. She is shaping visuals for a new generation of rappers who want to be remembered, not just heard. Her name has become a mark of originality, and her brand LAYMADEIT continues to rise as a creative force in both local and online spaces.

Lay Simone is not just designing covers. She is designing legacies.

The Art Current

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