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Maxine Ashley featuring Lil Wayne - Hot Thing (Produced by Pharell)

Nineteen-year-old Maxine Ashely first arrived on The Cool Kids’ “Summer Jam” in July 2011. Now

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Nineteen-year-old Maxine Ashely first arrived on The Cool Kids’ “Summer Jam” in July 2011. Now the Bronx native has been working with Pharrell Williams since he signed her back in 2010. “Hot Thing” produced by The Neptunes producer himself, and featuring Lil Wayne, offers a crunk-infused joint laced with subtle synths. See above for Pharell’s opinion of the emerging artist and press play below to listen to her latest single.

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