Solange met up with Chief Keef after one of his recent concerts over the weekend and the wholesome moment has been going viral on social media. In a video of their interaction, Chief Keef appeared shocked to learn that the iconic singer is a big fan of his music. “What the f*ck is going on,” he appears to remark at one point.
In the comments section of The Neighborhood Talk’s post of the clip, fans loved the meet-up. “If his status ain’t hood, I ain’t checkin for him! Don’t forget Solange was in that video,” one user wrote. Another added: “If yall pay attention to Solanges personality, this is not surprising lol. Even Beyonce.”
Chief Keef Performs During Lyrical Lemonade Summer Smash Festival
BRIDGEVIEW, ILLINOIS – JUNE 16: Chief Keef performs during the Lyrical Lemonade Summer Smash Festival at SeatGeek Stadium on June 16, 2024, in Bridgeview, Illinois. (Photo by Barry Brecheisen/Getty Images)
Keef is currently traveling across the United States on his A Lil Tour in promotion of his latest studio album, Almighty So 2. He has dates in Atlanta, Philadelphia, Brooklyn, and more cities lined up over the next several weeks. He’ll be wrapping up the run of shows in Washington, DC on November 24th. Lil Gnar and The Glo Boyz are supporting him on the tour. In other news, Kenya Barris and Cole Bennett recently announced that they’re teaming up on a documentary about the Chicago native’s career.
Solange Runs Into Chief Keef
Check out the video of Solange and Chief Keef meeting up below. It comes after Solange made headlines, earlier this week, for discussing her struggle with several “overwhelming” autoimmune disorders. They include POTS, as well as Sjögren’s syndrome and mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS). Be on the lookout for further updates on Solange and Chief Keef on HotNewHipHop.
Chief Keef is an artist who has been around for over a decade. However, despite this longevity, he is only 29 years old. Overall, it is easy to forget that he came into the game at the age of 16. That said, he has managed to stay out of trouble, and now that he is out of Chicago, he is an entirely different person. His personal and artistic growth has been incredible to watch as of late. Furthermore, he has been putting out some of the best albums of his career. For instance, his most recent album is Almighty So 2 which is packed with bangers.
There are tons of great songs on this new album, and fans have been thoroughly impressed with Keef and his efforts. Moreover, it is made better by the fact that he produced the songs himself. Over the weekend, Keef came through and supported the album by dropping off a music video for the track “Runner.” This is a high-octane cut off the LP, and the music video can be seen down below. Once again, it is showcasing that Keef is taking this particular rollout very seriously.
As for the music video itself, we see Chief Keef in a church, confessing his sins. There is lots of religious imagery here, and it makes for a unique concept. It feels as though this subject matter is near and dear to Keef’s heart, especially as it pertains to his individual growth. No matter what, it’s great to get more Keef music, and it is nice to see him doing well after all of these years.
Let us know what you think of this new Chief Keef visual, in the comments section down below. Were you a fan of the latest album, Almighty So 2? If so, what were some of your favorite tracks off of the tape? Did you enjoy it front to back? Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the music world. We will continue to keep you informed on all of your favorite artists and their upcoming projects.
Chief Keef’s Almighty So 2 is one of those rare cases in which a mythical album actually lives up to the hype set by an artist’s die-hards. However, while fans definitely hold him in high regard, the charts are not as forgiving, and thus many were curious as to how the project would perform. As it turns out, Almighty So 2 cracked the Billboard 200’s top 30, and debuted with almost 23,000 units sold in its first week of release. Sure, it’s not a show-stopping performance, but it’s still amazing to see records like that and Knocked Loose’s new album appear alongside chart dominators like Drake’s For All The Dogs and Travis Scott’s UTOPIA.
Furthermore, a lot of Chief Keef fans took to the comments section of the Instagram post below to sing their praises for Almighty So 2. With songs like “Runner,” “Believe,” “Neph Nem,” and “Grape Trees,” there’s plenty of quality to go around and enough moments of levity to break up the relentless bangers. There hasn’t really been one particular hit off of the album, but most of the tracklist is getting its due flowers. Even if it doesn’t go up commercially from here, we’re sure that it will stay in listeners’ rotation for 2024.
Elsewhere, Almighty So 2 arrived amid a bit of a career renaissance for Chief Keef, whose strong bond with the likes of Sexyy Red further cements himself as a legend that the new generation looks up to. He’s been a legend for years now, but now that we have a project worthy of that title after 4NEM a couple of years ago, it’s that much more pronounced. Maybe this is something that Sosa will continue to capitalize on throughout the year. Or should we say, hopefully.
Meanwhile, what did you think of Chief Keef’s Almighty So 2 and its commercial performance? Let us know down in the comments section below and check out our list of the seven best beats on the album. With a tour this year garnering a lot of hype, these live renditions might inject even more life into the project. Let’s see how that fares, and what else is in store for an amazing year for the Glo Gang boss.
There is a plethora of entertaining duos in hip-hop today. Of course, you have Metro Boomin and his vast roster of frequent collaborators like Future, Travis Scott, and 21 Savage. Once upon a time you had Kanye West and Jay-Z. The number is large, and it is only growing by the day. One of the newer forces we have seen develop is Chief Keef and Sexyy Red.
Chief Keef recently dropped his mixtape Almighty So 2, and its track “Grape Trees” is now the latest installment between these two respective stars. This cut most recently follows up on “DAMN SHORTY,” which appeared on the Mike WiLL Made-It produced tape DIRTY NACHOS. Going back a little further, Keef and Sexyy came together for a remix of sorts on “Bow Bow Bow (F My Baby Mama).” That landed on the deluxe of Red’s standout tape Hood Hottest Princess.
Like all of their offerings together, “Grape Trees” gives off a rage-inducing atmosphere. Keef brings a shouty flow over his self-produced beat, which slaps by the way. The horns, mixed with the rapid fire drums that sound like gunshots, are ridiculous in the best way. Red delivers her familiar bars of women hating on her, flexing Hellcats and her promiscuity, all while being nonchalant about it. In a mixtape filled with bangers, this one ranks high on the list.
What are your thoughts on this brand-new song “Grape Trees” by Chief Keef and Sexyy Red? Is this the best track from Almighty So 2, why or why not? Do you think this is their best collaboration so far? Who had the strongest performance on the track? Are they turning into one of the best duos in modern trap music? We would like to hear what you have to say, so be sure to leave your takes in the comments section. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest news surrounding Chief Keef and Sexyy Red. Finally, stay with us for everything else going on in the music world.
Quotable Lyrics:
H*es always hatin’ on me, what the f*** did I do? Is you mad ’cause I look better and I’m fresher than you? (It’s Sexyy) Almighty and Big Sexyy slidin’ in the spacecraft (Skrt) B****, don’t get an attitude ’cause you’ll get your head cracked None of you h*es can’t f*** with me, they boring and they coochie wack Northside b****, in a foreign, but I like Hellcats (You know it)
Chief Keef may be the youngest legend in hip-hop history. After his first mixtape at 14 and becoming a Chicago superstar by 16, the breadth and weight of his influence and impact became immediately clear by the time Almighty So dropped in 2013. Few rappers can claim this achievement in such a short amount of time, and with a lot of legal controversy and trouble along the way, this pioneer spirit only became more apparent over time. While this run didn’t result in the strongest string of projects due to its prolific nature, it kept Keef’s identity at the forefront, birthed classic full-lengths, and inspired realms beyond just drill, trap, and rage. Now that he’s as reflective on his legacy as he is committed to further planting it, this unique and youthful position made a diamond out of the rough.
Moreover, Almighty So 2‘s been in the works for years, and with delay after delay, many fans held it in the mythical regard of a Whole Lotta Red or ASTROWORLD. Fortunately, it was so worth the wait. This is Chief Keef’s most upfront, immediate, and instantly gratifying album in a long time, and revamps the original installment’s often woozy and genre-fusing formulas with a more direct, boisterous, and consistent approach. Despite that, reflections on loyalty, partnership, family, and self-worth don’t take the bite out of its relentless runtime and still fit well. Overall, it feels like we’re right back in 2012 with today’s knowledge, even before the first Almighty So, and we say that in the best way possible.
The most apparent way in which Chief Keef achieves this throwback reimagining is through the aggressive, layered, well-structured, and expansive beats on Almighty So 2. Snares and kicks don’t just hit; they drill… pardon the pun. On the opening tracks alone, “Almighty (Intro)” and “Neph Nem” with Ballout and G Herbo, their triplet sequencing beats the instrumentals into the ground, paired with dramatic and grandiose samples like “O Fortuna.” Rather than sticking to a particular style of drill or trap, he mixes them together and focuses on developing sample usage to its fullest potential for maximum enjoyment. For example, multiple elements of Nancy Wilson’s “Streetrunner” on “Runner” provide an anticipatory intro, a catchy refrain, and orchestral instrumentation throughout the cut.
Still, some moments here take more of a breather, such as the breezy “Drifting Away” with a West Coast/Midwest-inspired bounce, and the piano worship with a similar rhythmic treatment on “Prince Charming.” The sheer aggression throughout most of the tracklist doesn’t lose its luster because of how uncompromised yet controlled it comes across. 16 tracks add up to an hour of runtime thanks to Chief Keef’s hard work at giving songs proper transitions, movements, and third verses, and the vividness of the punchy production keeps you engaged all throughout. There are even some slight dips into rage on “Never Fly Here” with Quavo and mixes between guitar-backed calmness and operatic moshpits on “Jesus” with Lil Gnar, meaning that the volatile peaks always have earned and fulfilling build-up. Above all, this will hook you the most with Almighty So 2 on the first listen.
But if the production hooks you, Chief Keef is the reason you stick around. In a rap world full of hedonistic writing, flexing, and evocative phrasing, Sosa is able to make the best out of his production with lines that are equally in-your-face while still feeling grounded. He calls himself a wolf howling at the moon on “Grape Trees,” flaunts “blue cheese” and a “thousand islands” on “Tony Montana Flow,” and is able to perfectly mix the glamorous with the gritty (or even the mundane) through his bars. “Six hundred for the shoes that’s on top of my bunions, n***a / Yellow truck, it’s Funyuns, n***a, it just smell like onions, n***a,” the Chicago icon raps on “Banded Up.” The lyricism is often confrontational, almost always funny, sometimes clever, but most importantly, never boring.
While the flows lock you in, Chief Keef is also able to provide a lot of variety through his deliveries on equally combative instrumentals. In other words, even if a song is going hard, there are many deliberate choices to either scream alongside it or balance it out with a calmer tone, such as most of “Too Trim.” But there is also some topical balance here, even if it mostly appears towards the end of Almighty So 2. The track “Treat Myself,” for example, is all about the Glo Gang boss’ self-worth, and how he evades roads to self-deprecation by wanting to push himself to his fullest potential. “Take a look up in the mirror, I just wanna squeeze myself / I done been through so much smoke to where I couldn’t even see myself / I’ll never need a b***h, but I’ma always need mysеlf.”
Elsewhere, Chief Keef equally reflects on the hard times it took for him to get here and remarks on his current success and what’s next for him. “Believe” has a killer and nostalgic sample flip, honors his late grandmother, processes the horrible exposures and actions that he experienced and perpetrated as a young man due to his circumstances, and even promises himself to be a better father to his daughter. While much of Almighty So 2 delivers these themes as a staunch retort against these evils, there’s plenty of levity and blunt honesty throughout, no matter how it’s delivered. The fact that each song is relatively long makes the rollercoaster ride much more enjoyable from track to track than most “one-note” albums. It’s up to you to live in the moment and then look back on what deeper truths the album holds.
What’s more, is that Chief Keef does most of this solo. He handles almost every song’s production except one; additional production assistants include Mike WiLL Made-It, Young Malcolm, SantanaStar Beats, and more. On the other hand, features from Sexyy Red, Tierra Whack, and the like match Sosa’s energy like a glove, whether for their unbridled bravado, fiery performances, or unflinching confidence. Yet they don’t overwhelm him at any point, and their inclusions don’t bloat Almighty So 2. Other inclusions like Michael Blackson on the “Jesus Skit” provide a lot of life and character to the album, whereas more traditional cuts like “1,2,3” continue the prominent horn picks and overall larger-than-life persona that this record paints. There’s just enough novelty sprinkled between what we love Chief the most for, and few full-lengths in his catalog achieve that balance as well as this.
That push-and-pull is perhaps best exemplified on the closing track, “I’m Tryna Sleep.” Tender pianos and vocal samples, a combative delivery, hard-hitting percussion, and themes of partnership and fearless street confrontation are a microcosm of what Chief Keef was able to achieve on Almighty So 2. It’s a classic all the way for Sosa fans with its dramatic and magnanimous presentation. He taps into what he influenced in contemporary hip-hop and contains the maturely simple and hedonistically loyal reflections of a man who did not seem to change at all with the fame. The prolific catalog will prove that in one way, but it’s only through meeting Keef on his own terms with his writing that you’ll see this God-fearing, authentic, and unstoppable drive for yourself.
The 28-year-old’s been off the lean for a couple of months now, and there’s definitely a clarity to the production, songwriting, and rapping performance here that could reinforce that personal achievement. But more importantly, it speaks to his self-consciousness and evolution as an artist: how he sees his legacy, his talents, and the authenticity of his perspective. It’s not about loving being high, hating being sober, or the other way around. Like many amazing MCs before and after him, Chief Keef recaptured what made him so special before the first Almighty So with all the experience and lessons that he’s collected since. Almighty So 2 is a true return to form in that regard and one that you might not like if you didn’t like Sosa to begin with. But he’s a Chicago champion who’s stuck to his guns and continues to evolve and influence the game; why wouldn’t you?
Chief Keef fans were able to take a huge sigh of relief after he finally came through and delivered Almighty So 2. It is the long-awaited follow-up to the first installment, which saw a release about 11 years ago. 2024 has been another busy one for the influential Chicago talent, as this tape also supersedes his March collaborative mixtape with a fellow legend, Mike WiLL Made-It. With both projects out, some are saying DIRTY NACHOS was better than Almighty So 2. For us, we are just enjoying the ride and appreciating what Chief Keef brought, especially with songs like “Never Fly Here.”
This one of just a handful of cuts that possessed a feature or two. However, this one may have the biggest guest of them all, which is Quavo. Not only is it just because a former Migos member is on the track, it is also because this is their first joint effort ever. It might be a hard thing to realize, especially with how long each rapper has been in the game, and that they came up at the same time.
Like this mixtape, this collaboration on “Never Fly Here” was well worth the wait. Fans have been taking a liking toward this trap banger numbers wise, but also in terms of quality. This track has one of the stronger instrumentals on the record, especially when the sped-up piano make an entrance. Keef and Quavo display solid chemistry and trade some funny and sticky bars to boot.
What are your thoughts on this brand-new song “” by Chief Keef? Is this the best track from his newmixtape Almighty So 2, why or why not? Where do you rank this project amongst the rest of his catalog? We would like to hear what you have to say, so be sure to leave your takes in the comments section. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest news surrounding Chief Keef and Quavo. Finally, stay with us for everything else going on in the music world.
Quotable Lyrics:
Put that s*** on like AB, ballin’ on them like KD I’ma need me a straitjacket, “Why?” ‘Cause I’m goin’ crazy She wanna be my Queen Bey, want me to be her JAY-Z B**** asked me for a Jeep, told her, “This Maybelline, b****, that’s maybe” “So, when you goin’ to the top?” Lil’ bro said, “Take me” I used to be on the block, boy, but I don’t know no Tay Keith
Chief Keef says that he’s been off lean for three to four months now and celebrated the accomplishment on social media, Sunday. The announcement comes after he dropped his new album, Almighty So 2, on Friday. It’s his first studio album since 2021’s 4NEM and serves as a sequel to his 2013 mixtape, Almighty So.
“Been clean of lean 3-4 months now! CHAMPION,” he wrote in his Instagram Story. He added a kissing face, clapping hands, and leaves emoji to the post. When the news made its way to the “HipHopHeads”Reddit, fans were thrilled. “His latest interview with Zane Lowe was shocking. I’ve never heard him speak so coherently,” one fan remarked. Another wrote: “F*ck yes I thought AS2 sounded cleaner like his delivery had range and was sharp. Keep it up, Sosa!”
INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 17: Rapper Chief Keef performs onstage during day 3 of Rolling Loud at Hollywood Park Grounds on March 17, 2024, in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Scott Dudelson/Getty Images)
For Almighty So 2, Keef teamed up with Ballout, G Herbo, Lil Gnar, Tierra Whack, Sexyy Red, and Quavo. The track, “Grape Trees,” marks his and Sexyy Red’s fourth time collaborating. Keef discussed their chemistry during an interview with Billboard earlier this year. “I just know she f**k with me real heavy,” he said at the time. “I f**k with her, too. [She was] saying she wants to come through and I said, ‘Hell f**king yeah.’ You can really just tell she comes from where we come from.”
Chief Keef Updates Fans On His Drug Use
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Check out Chief Keef’s latest Instagram post above. Following the release of the new album, Keef is set to embark on the A Lil Tour. It will see him traveling across the U.S. for 17 dates, starting in Boston on July 16th. Other stops include Brooklyn, Atlanta, Los Angeles, and more. Be on the lookout for further updates on Chief Keef on HotNewHipHop.
Chief Keef might be the most reliable artist when it comes to crafting elite, truck-knocking bangers. Sure, it is hard to count on him to drop when he says, but when he does, there are not many better than him. His eagerly-awaited mixtape Almighty So 2is chock-full of said slappers and it is safe to say we will have this LP on repeat all week long and beyond. One track we have been revisiting over the last 24 hours and change has been “Neph Nem” with fellow Chicago vets, Ballout and G Herbo.
The second record on the tape is equal parts anthemic, grand, and stank-face inducing. The instrumental may be the most hard-hitting on the project, which is saying a lot considering how many stand out beats there are. Like most of the latter, Chief Keef handles this one by himself and it is excellently put together. From the orchestral background vocals to the bells and rapid fire 808s, it sounds like a lot going on. But no element overpowers the other.
Listen To “Neph Nem” By Chief Keef, Ballout, & G Herbo
As for the performances, everyone pitches in aggressive flows, and Sosa might provide the most hilarious bars on the record. “She told him she ain’t hop on my d**k (Woo), she fell on it (Woo) / Had to leave by eleven, this b**** act like 12, homie (Woo, woo).” All in all, this project and this track are so enjoyable. It might be up for one of the best trap/drill albums over the last few years.
What are your thoughts on this brand-new song “Neph Nem” by Chief Keef? Is this the best track from his new mixtape Almighty So 2, why or why not? Who had the stronger performance on this cut? Where do you rank this mixtape amongst the rest of his catalog and is it better than the original? We would like to hear what you have to say, so be sure to leave your takes in the comments section. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest news surrounding Chief Keef. Finally, stay with us for everything else going on in the music world.
Quotable Lyrics:
B**** brought her friends and I put the squad on it (Woo, woo) This ain’t your regular truck (Woo), it’s a mod on it (Woo) Wide-body kit look like a dad bod on it (Woo, woo) They like, “Chief So, your cup cost a BBL, don’t it?” (Woo, woo) Jewelry in the treasure box (Woo), call me Dragon Tales, homie (Woo) That USPS, still check (Woo), I got mail, don’t it? (Woo)
Chief Keef is one of the pioneers of Chicago drill music. Overall, he came to prominence in the early 2010s when he was just 16 years old. At the time, he was dealing with a ton of adversity. Gang wars and violence were all around him. However, he was able to make it out of the city and change his life for the better. Now, he is 29 years old and fans are impressed with his growth as an artist. It has been incredible to see where he has come, and on Friday, he dropped off the highly-anticipated album Almighty So 2.
So far, fans agree that there are a ton of bangers throughout this project. One of the songs that fans are enjoying right now is “Drifting Away.” In fact, this song dropped on Thursday and has proven to be one of the best cuts on here. In the song, fans noticed one bar that seemed to be directed at none other than Kanye West. In fact, he says Kanye by name. “Chief Sosa made drill, Kanye think he did too.” While some may debate what this means, it is clear that Chief Keef wants his proper credit for the rise of drill, regardless of Ye hopping on a remix.
Chief Keef has done a lot for hip-hop, and the fans still love him to this day. Not to mention, they have appreciated his foray into production. Keef produced many of the tracks on this new project, which is truly impressive. His drums always go hard, and this album is just showing the world that he still has a lot to say on his records.
Let us know what you think of this bar from Chief Keef, in the comments section down below. Have you had an opportunity to listen to the new project? Is this what you were hoping for from Keef? Do you believe this is a return to form of sorts? Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the music world. We will continue to keep you informed on all of your favorite artists and their upcoming projects.
One of hip-hop’s most elusive figures has finally delivered on the promise he made to his fan base about five years ago. Yes, you heard that right, Chicago drill icon Chief Keef has come through with Almighty So 2. Some may still be holding a grudge, but we are just happy this sequel is here. This is now his second project of the year, following up his collaborative mixtape with producer Mike WiLL Made-It DIRTY NACHOS. There were some rumblings that Chief Keef was going to drop Almighty So 2back at the end of March.
However, after the rapper/producer tandem dropped their effort instead, hope dwindled that we would get two tapes in one month. Luckily though, we did not have to wait another 10 years for it. We mentioned how we were just elated that Keef followed through, but that does not mean squat if the project is a dud. Thankfully, the now 28-year-old veteran is bringing some of his most consistent material.
Keef is rapping like he still has something to prove and the beats (which he had a hand in) just slap. The samples are incorporated to perfection and there is a bevy of them. Features are also a major factor to the tape’s success, too. Lil Gnar, Tierra Whack, Sexyy Red, Quavo, G Herbo, Ballout, all bring something to the table. You can check out Almighty So 2 with the links above.
What are your thoughts on this brand-new mixtape Almighty So 2 by Chief Keef? So far, has this project lived up to the hype for you, why or why not? What tracks have you been gravitating toward? Who had the strongest guest performance? Does this project supersede the original for you, why or why not? We would like to hear what you have to say, so be sure to leave your takes in the comments section. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest news surrounding Chief Keef. Finally, stay with us for everything else going on in the music world.
