Detroit’s music scene just got another cinematic chapter. Rising rapper-producer Ashwin Gane, fresh off a string of viral moments and high-profile milestones, has linked with Detroit heavyweight Babyface Ray for a bold, high-energy remix of “Flip Dat.” The collaboration bridges two generations of the city’s hip-hop culture, one rooted in the street-wise realism that built Detroit’s sound, the other pushing it into a cinematic, global space.
“When I heard Ashwin’s sound, I knew it wasn’t the usual — it had that cinematic, elevated energy,” says Babyface Ray. “He’s not just making songs, he’s making moments.”
The Sound: Detroit Meets Mythic Trap
Released via Kyyba Music, “Flip Dat (Remix)” fuses Ray’s trademark cool with Gane’s theatrical production. Seductive Latin guitars blend with analog synth bass and unorthodox boom-bap drums, creating what Gane calls “Mythic Trap”, a sound that feels both cinematic and street-grounded.
Gane attacks the record with a commanding baritone delivery, while Babyface Ray slides in with smooth precision and effortless charisma. The result is a sonic push-and-pull that perfectly balances intensity and swagger. Lyrically, the record flips expectations of power dynamics, turning the idea of “the chase” on its head. As Gane puts it, “Let her choose, never chase — and the power flips itself. That’s how you flip dat.”
The Collaboration: Detroit Legacy Meets New Vision
“This wasn’t just a feature — it was a meeting of minds,” says Gane. “Ray brought that Eastside cool and authenticity, and I came in with a cinematic, Latin-infused edge. Together, it’s a new Detroit sound.”
Gane, often dubbed “hip-hop’s A24” for his narrative-driven production style, finds in Ray a natural creative counterpart. The remix builds on Gane’s Flip Dat EP while expanding the sonic palette, adding texture and maturity. Fans have already been calling it “one of Ray’s smoothest verses in a minute,” a testament to the organic chemistry between the two.
The Visual: A Wes Anderson-Style Short Film
Gane directed the upcoming music video himself, a Wes Anderson-inspired short film packed with pastel sets, eccentric characters, and a subtle whodunit twist. The visual doubles down on his cinematic vision, positioning him as both a storyteller and visual auteur. Although Ray couldn’t make the shoot due to scheduling, his presence looms through performance energy and lyrical imprint.
“Flip Dat (Remix)” isn’t just a collab, it’s a statement that Detroit’s sound knows no borders, and its artists are capable of shaping culture far beyond regional lanes.
Ashwin Gane’s Momentum
2025 has been a defining year for Ashwin Gane. His catalog has surpassed 100 million total streams and views, he’s charted on Billboard (#74 Digital Song Sales) and iTunes Rap (#11), and his track “Got It” became a #1 trending TikTok sound. This summer, he took home the Best Emerging Artist Award at the 12th Annual Daily Front Row Fashion Awards during New York Fashion Week.
He’s also stepped into massive arenas, performing at SoFi Stadium for the Los Angeles Rams halftime show and hearing his single “Way Up” played more than 50 times during the 2025 U.S. Open.
With “Flip Dat (Remix),” Gane is proving he’s more than an up-and-comer, he’s an architect of what Detroit’s next era could sound like.
Babyface Ray’s Continued Evolution
For Babyface Ray, whose 2022 project Face solidified him as one of Detroit’s leading voices, the remix is another testament to his versatility. He’s long mastered the balance between street realism and luxury rap, and here, his presence adds legitimacy and hometown pride. “It’s always love when two Detroit players link up,” Ray says. “We gave ’em something new with this one.”
Detroit has always been a city of reinvention, from Motown to Dilla to the new wave of trap and experimental hip-hop now bubbling from the 313. Gane’s Mythic Trap sound feels like the next evolution, cinematic in scope but grounded in grit. Pairing with Babyface Ray connects past and presents a nod to legacy while carving out something distinctly futuristic.
“Flip Dat (Remix)” [feat. Babyface Ray] is available now on all streaming platforms.
The official video premieres this month, promising a vivid, story-driven visual experience that pushes the boundaries of what Detroit hip-hop can be.
Stream: “Flip Dat (Remix)” [feat. Babyface Ray] on all platforms now.
