Flau'Jae Johnson Honors Her Parents in Latest Song
At midnight last night, the eagerly awaited Flau'jae song "Remember When" was released, and it's definitely worth a listen! This deeply personal track expresses her love and gratitude for her mother and the father she never had the chance to know. Flau'jae's dad, rapper Camoflauge, was tragically killed six months before she was born.
Flau'jae on her Instagram said, 'This one's personal. 100. For my family, my fans (y'all ARE family), and for my pops-his legacy lives through every bar I spit. For those of you that Remember When I was that little girl on America's Got Talent, The Rap Game... my first season at LSU, first brand deal, first award show, first time performing for a sold-out crowd, my first time buying land-just know, we came a long way. I'm still her, just elevated. I'm the Don Daughter. Always have been. Always will be. Remember When out Friday, 6/6!!'
Kia J. Brooks, Flau'jae's mother, said in the comments, 'I remember when you said "Momma, I want be a rapper." Now look at you…beautiful artistry.'
Flau'jae took everything up a level on this record. She said on X, 'This song is so special to me, probably the most vulnerable l've been on a record. Enjoy [heart emoji].'
Early reviews have been overwhelmingly positive. One fan commented, 'Yeah, y'all need to go listen to this. Man, this song, from the beginning of the song to the end…oh my gosh [fire emojis].'
LSU star wide receiver and Flau'jae's boyfriend, Chris Hilton Jr. simply posted three hearts to show his love and support.
If you haven't listened yet, check it out below.This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 6, 2025, where it first appeared.
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