2hollis has a new song out called “Sex,” and he wants you to know it is not what you think. The rapper and singer released the track today, and in a new interview with i-D, he explained that it is the most wholesome song about sex ever recorded. That is a bold claim for a track with “Sex” in the title, but he means it.
“This is the first album I made where I felt I had really experienced love, and throughout the album was experiencing love,” Hollis Frazier-Herndon told i-D. He said the record, which he describes as a yet-to-be-announced “star followup,” drew on that experience directly. “Sex” is the sound of that happiness, he says — excited and joyful, never lewd.
“Hurt” and “Sex” Together
“Sex” arrives with a music video directed by and starring both 2hollis and his girlfriend Sirena Warren. Warren also influenced the album, according to Frazier-Herndon.
The track follows “Hurt,” a cinematic track that flirted with industrial techno. “Hurt” arrived in July, and now “Sex” shows a different side of the same project. The contrast between the two tracks is part of what makes this story interesting.
What Hollis Said About “Sex”
Frazier-Herndon’s description of the song is notable because it directly contradicts the expectation the title sets up. A song about sex is usually expected to be erotic, explicit, or at least suggestive. Here, he says the opposite is true.
The key points he made in the interview:
- The album is his first where he felt he had truly experienced love
- “Sex” is the most wholesome song about sex ever
- It never feels lewd, only sexy at some points
- Mostly it just feels excited and happy
That last point is the heart of the matter. Frazier-Herndon is not arguing that sex is boring or uninteresting. He is arguing that the emotion of the moment — excitement, joy — is the real subject, not the mechanics of it.
The Music Video
The video for “Sex” features both 2hollis and Sirena Warren. Warren starred in the video, and the visual supports the tone of the music: excited, happy, and free of the lewdness that often accompanies songs with this title.
The video adds another layer to the story. It is not just a song about sex — it is a song about a couple who want to share that excitement with their audience.
The Album Context
“Hurt” and “Sex” come from the same album, which has not been announced yet. The two tracks show the range of the record — from the dark, industrial edge of “Hurt” to the upbeat, celebratory energy of “Sex.”
The album, when it arrives, will be judged on whether it delivers on the promise of love that Frazier-Herndon has described. “Sex” is the first taste of that promise fulfilled.
A Song About Love, Not Just Sex
Frazier-Herndon’s framing of the album is worth remembering. He said this is the first record where he felt he had truly experienced love, and that experience runs through the entire album. “Sex” is the most recent evidence of that.
The song is not a confession or a boast. It is a celebration, and the video makes that clear visually. Warren’s presence in the video reinforces the idea that this is a personal, joyful moment, not a performance for strangers.
The Verdict on “Sex”
“Sex” is a pleasant surprise. It is a song that lives up to its title in spirit while subverting it in practice. It is wholesome without being boring, exciting without being lewd. That balance is rare, and it is why the song earns attention.
The track is available now. The album, which remains unnamed, is still to come.
The story here is simple: a rapper named 2hollis made a song about sex that is not about sex at all. It is about love, excitement, and happiness. That is a refreshing change of pace.
Key Points From the Interview
- This is the first album where Frazier-Herndon felt he had truly experienced love.
- “Sex” is the most wholesome song about sex ever.
- It never feels lewd, only sexy at some points.
- Mostly it just feels excited and happy.
Each of these points reinforces the other. The album is built on love, and “Sex” is the expression of that feeling in its purest form — excited, happy, and free of the lewdness that usually comes with a title like this.
The contrast between “Hurt” and “Sex” is worth noting. “Hurt” flirted with industrial techno — dark, moody, cinematic. “Sex” takes a different approach, leaning into the positive energy of love and excitement. Together, the two tracks show the range of Frazier-Herndon’s musical vision.
The video, directed by and starring both artists, adds another layer. It is not just a promotional tool — it is a statement of intent. Warren’s presence suggests a partnership that is open, honest, and joyful, not hidden or ashamed.
That honesty is the core of what makes “Sex” work. Most songs about sex are either explicit or coy. “Sex” refuses both positions. It is explicit about the feeling, but vague about the mechanics. The result is a song that is wholesome without being boring, exciting without being lewd.
It is a pleasant surprise, and a welcome one. In a world where sex is often treated as a commodity or a spectacle, a song that treats it as a source of joy is a relief. Frazier-Herndon has made a record about love, and “Sex” is the proof.
See the video the story is built around at Stereogum.
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