Tinashe has been flying the flag for the independent route and is reaping the rewards of that route with her latest single ‘Nasty.’

Indeed, as reported, the track serves as the performer’s first-ever solo song to chart on the Billboard Hot 100 after going all sorts of viral.

Before this chapter of her career, the singer was signed to RCA Records – releasing fan favorites such as ‘2 On’ and ‘All Hands on Deck.’ However, there’s a collective sense that the star didn’t reach her fullest potential during that phase.

Now, in light of her current win, she’s speaking up and out about the imprint’s reaction to her touchdown.

Full story below…

TMZ caught up with the performer and quizzed her on the success of ‘Nasty.’ She gushed:

“It’s so exciting! It’s like my first Billboard entry by myself. Period! They said you couldn’t do it, but you can! Independently. Hard work. Shout out to the fans.”

When asked what her former label will be thinking in light of her success on her own accord, Nashe playfully quipped:

“We didn’t need them. All you need is hard work, good fans, talent. I know they’re gagging.”

She went on to tease new music and more.

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