Born in Raleigh, North Carolina, Batayah has been a uniquely gifted and talented singer since the age of four. Her passion for music soon expanded into songwriting, arranging, and music production, ultimately leading her to establish her own Record Label and Publishing Company in 2009 and becoming a successful entrepreneur. On September 24, 2026, Batayah expanded her entrepreneurial vision even further by launching Strong Radio Network, where she serves as Owner and CEO, creating a platform dedicated to connecting artists, music, and listeners while showcasing a diverse mix of today’s hottest music.
Batayah has received award nominations from the Hollywood Music & Media Awards, South Florida Music Awards, and the GMA Dove Awards. She is also a five-time ROG Awards nominee and a two-time ROG Awards winner, a 2026 Queen City Awards nominee for Female R&B Artist of the Year, a 2026 North American Music Awards nominee for Best Live Music Video, and a 2026 Hot Buttered Soul Award Honoree.
Her published music is available across all major streaming platforms, including “Like That,” “UNBOTHERED,” “Flow,” “ALRIGHT,” and “Do For Love,” among her most recent releases. Batayah has also been a special guest on BET shows, The Atlanta Live Show, the Annual Women’s Conference in South America, the Historical Combined Classes from 1940–1960 of the William Mason Cooper School Event, The Grind It Out East & West Coast Tour, Mr. Freeze Records Event, All Eyes On Me DJs Event, The Fleet DJ Coalition Events for 2025 and 2026, WQEB973 Radio Event, OMG Tour Event, TCP Event, Music Business Conference Event, Hip Hop Feeds & Talk Yo Shxt Event, PBrown & Aunties of Atlanta Event, Jo Jo Say Word Event, and numerous other multifaceted events across the United States. She has also been featured in the Fayetteville Press and The Carolinian newspapers, as well as TCP, ROG, and RReport magazines.
Beyond her music career, Batayah is honored to be a member, Official Host, and State Liaison within the FLEET DJs Coalition. She is also the Co-Host of the Indie Talk Show on Breaking Tracks Radio and a Distinguished 2023 Queen of the ROG Awards. Her talents extend into modeling and hosting, including appearances in the Southern Women’s Show, various commercials, and numerous modeling and hosting events. She has also served as a guest speaker for youth, women, military, and other empowering organizations and functions.
Batayah holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) and a Master’s in Business Administration (MBA). She served in the U.S. Military as a Commissioned Officer and Wartime Commander and is also a Naturopathic Therapeutic Coach. Above all, she is a proud mother of two.
Through music, entrepreneurship, leadership, media, and community engagement, Batayah continues to build a multifaceted legacy rooted in creativity, purpose, empowerment, and service.