Sevenmile Ice

Detroit has long been a city where hardship and creativity collide, producing voices that speak honestly about survival, loyalty, and ambition. Among the emerging artists carrying that tradition forward is Sevenmile Ice, a female hip-hop artist whose music reflects both personal loss and lived experience.

Raised between Detroit and Southfield, Sevenmile Ice draws heavily from her upbringing along 7 Mile, an area that shaped her worldview and sense of identity. Her work is rooted in authenticity, balancing vulnerability with strength, and telling stories that reflect the realities of growing up amid instability and perseverance.

A defining influence in her life and music is Jalen, known as “5,” a close friend who was lost to gun violence in 2018. His passing continues to inform her songwriting, giving her music emotional weight and purpose. Rather than distancing herself from pain, she uses it as a foundation for reflection and expression.

During her sophomore year of high school, Sevenmile Ice spent time in Selma, Alabama. The experience exposed her to a different environment and culture, expanding her perspective and influencing her artistic voice. These years outside of Detroit helped shape the contrast and depth that now appear throughout her work.

In 2020, she relocated to Arizona to pursue music more seriously. While there, she began performing consistently and opened for established artists, including Moneybagg Yo. She often shares the stage with her fiancé, fellow Detroit artist Sydney Monae, whose own musical background is influenced by her family connection to the late Dex Osama. Together, they represent a shared commitment to honoring Detroit’s legacy while building something new.

Sevenmile Ice remains closely connected to Detroit’s creative circle. She has collaborated with artists such as Cashgang 24 and RealRich Izzo, and has appeared at events alongside artists like Toosii. Much of her music is engineered by her cousin, Kilz The Don of Floor 13, helping maintain a sound that feels polished while staying true to her roots.

At its core, Sevenmile Ice’s music centers on themes of family, unity, loss, and transformation. Her work reflects the belief that difficult beginnings do not diminish potential, but instead provide a foundation for powerful storytelling. As she continues to develop her artistry, she represents a growing wave of women in hip-hop using their voices to document lived experience with honesty and intention.

Disclosure: This story was written with the assistance of AI and edited by the author.