When Benny The Butcher tweeted “I’m votin Trump 2024,” many fans hoped that someone had hacked his account. However, he dodged a question about it during a podcast appearance shortly after, which got fans even more worried. Even though we shouldn’t hold anyone to any standard based solely on their political opinion, listeners simply wanted a more elaborate explanation as to why. Well, they just got it, as the Black Soprano Family boss appeared on The Breakfast Club for a wide-ranging interview. Moreover, he reflected a little bit more than last time about what that tweet means to him, and whether he stands by it today.
“People in our position ain’t supposed to speak on their political candidates,” Benny The Butcher expressed. “I also learned everybody voting for Trump, you know what I’m saying? Only president I voted for was Obama, so I really was just talking s**t. A lot of times, African Americans, we vote Democrat, and what the f**k that been doing for us? That’s all I mean, like, what the Democrats been doing for us? I was expressing my frustrations on that. I don’t know who I’m voting for.”
The Trump conversation begins around the 21:30-minute mark.
Of course, this is far from the only hip-hop endorsement of Donald Trump, although it might be among the most unexpected. But Benny The Butcher’s words ring true for many typically blue voters in the U.S. who haven’t seen much to praise from either political party. Perhaps this isn’t the forum to get into that, but it’s an important reality to acknowledge as both groups head into what will likely be a destructive and chaotic election year. It will be very curious to see how public opinion on these matters evolves throughout the year, especially within artistic fields like rap music, in this case.
Meanwhile, the “BRON” MC will likely be one of those millions of citizens who will weigh their options up to November. Maybe he will also take this experience and run with it, perhaps chiming in with some political commentary every once in a while. Some want to keep these worlds separate for understandable reasons, but we need these conversations to happen at every level across pop culture, everyday life, and all communities who will be very impacted by whoever sits in the Oval Office. For more news and the latest updates on Benny The Butcher, keep checking in with HNHH.
New Music Fridays is back with more surprises and highly anticipated projects. 21 Savage drops a surprise album, K Campmakes his debut as an independent artist, a star-studded tracklist on The Book of Clarence soundtrack, and more.
‘The Book of Clarence’ Soundtrack
Accompanying the film The Book of Clarence, the soundtrack has become a highly anticipated release in the hip-hop realm.
This star-studded creation brings together renowned artists like Kodak Black, Lil Wayne, Doja Cat, Kid Cudi, and more. Additionally, rap legend Jay-Z joins forces with D’Angelo, who returns after an eight-year hiatus.
THE BOOK OF CLARENCE (SOUNDTRACK)
JANUARY 12TH, 2024
TRACKLIST
1. All About You (feat. Jorge Ben Jor) 2. Hallelujah Heaven (feat. Lil Wayne, Buju Banton & Shabba Ranks) 3. Jeezu (feat. Kodak Black, Doja Cat & Adekunle Gold) 4. Champagne (feat. Jorja Smith) 5.… pic.twitter.com/uavu33e7Rj
21 Savage has stunned fans with the unexpected release of his third studio album, American Dream. Consisting of 15 captivating tracks, the album showcases an impressive lineup of featured artists, including the likes of Metro Boomin, Young Thug, Travis Scott, Lil Durk, Summer Walker, and more.
K Camp Is Back!
K Camp has taken a bold step in his career by venturing into the world of independent music. His latest album, Float 2 London, serves as his debut independent project and offers a captivating mix of 18 songs.
Collaborations with artists such as Fredo Bang, The Arti$t, Vory, SleazyWorld Go, Seddy Hendrinx, and Nocap add an extra layer of flavor to the album.
Kid Cudi keeps the momentum going with his ninth studio album, INSANO. Featuring a whopping 21 tracks, the album boasts collaborations with artists such as Travis Scott, A$AP Rocky, Lil Wayne, Pharell Williams, Lil Yachty, DJ Drama, and even a posthumous verse from the late rapper XXXTentacion.
Buffalo’s own Benny The Butcher pays tribute to NBA superstar LeBron James with his new single, “BRON.” The track is a teaser for his upcoming album, Everyone Can’t Go, set to drop on January 26.
“BRON” produced by @hitboy out tonight at 12AM ET!
Lil Nas X certainly knows how to grab attention, as he proves once again with his latest release, “J Christ.” The accompanying music video depicts Lil Nas X taking on the persona of Jesus, engaging in a basketball showdown against the devil.
However, controversy arose when Lil Nas X falsely claimed to have been admitted to Liberty University to study Biblical Studies, sparking heated debates online.
Collaboration knows no boundaries as Rick Ross teams up with Indonesian rapper Rich Brian on the track “LiGhT rAiLs.” Produced by media and art collective 1999 WRITE THE FUTURE, this unique collaboration blends the styles and influences of both artists, creating a memorable musical experience.
Lil Tjay – ‘Told Ya’
Bronx rapper Lil Tjay showcases his confidence and gratitude in his latest single, “Told Ya.” With lyrics highlighting his talents and the blessings he has received, Lil Tjay’s smooth delivery and catchy melodies make this track a standout.
Multimedia company Lyrical Lemonade brings together rap stars Lil Yachty and Joey Bada$$ alongside singer Gus Dapperton for their collaborative effort, “Fallout.” The accompanying music video features each artist donning black and gold outfits, delivering their verses with unbridled charisma.
Fugees rapper/singer Wyclef Jean spearheads a powerful collaboration with Pusha T, Lola Brooke, Capella Grey, and Flau’jae on the track “Paper Right.” This song serves as a partnership with financial service TIAA, aiming to promote generational wealth and financial literacy through music.
Kevin Gates – ‘Birds Calling’
Kevin Gates makes a grand return with his single and music video for “Birds Calling.” Set in a trap house, the video depicts the Baton Rouge rapper surrounded by money and a constant flow of visitors, capturing the essence of his gritty and energetic rap style.
SOHH fam, check out these new bangerz, and have a great weekend!
Fans are ecstatic about the release of Benny The Butcher’s upcoming project Everybody Can’t Go. Part of the reason for that is because it was pushed back. But, also it is because the gritty Buffalo rapper is one best writers in the game. Luckily for us, we will not have to wait too much longer.
Benny is dropping the project on January 26 in what has become a jam-packed month for hip-hop. Ahead of the release, he and legendary producer Hit-Boy have been cooking up some mean-mugging bangers. Both singles, “Big Dog” with Lil Wayne, and “One Foot In” featuring Stove God Cooks, were phenomenal. As great as those are “BRON” may even top them.
Of course, the track pays homage to the all-time NBA great LeBron James. Benny makes a clever reference to when The King left Cleveland for the second time to head to the Lakers. You can see how he does it below. Additionally, Butch uses the name and pronunciation of “Bron” to create a rhyming pattern within the verses. He utilizes the long “o” sound masterfully. If you want to hear what we are talking about, check out the music video above.
What are your initial thoughts on this brand-new single, “BRON,” by Benny The Butcher? Is this the best single for his upcoming Everybody Can’t Go? Will this be the greatest album he ever puts out? Does this have the potential to be the album of the year, why or why not? Where does Benny rank all-time among the greatest lyricists? We would like to hear what you have to say about all of this. With that in mind, be sure to leave all of your hottest takes in the comments section below. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest news around Benny The Butcher. Finally, stay with us for the most informative song posts throughout the week.
Quotable Lyrics:
And I’m ‘Bron After the chip, I told my folks back home, “So long” I move my family and my bricks to a place where it’s warm I’m back in championship condition I can’t resist all this winnin’ It’s like me and success built a bond (Bond)
Benny The Butcher’s albums always generate discussion amongst his listeners. Some of them have attained success in the mainstream lane which has divided his fanbase. This crossover success has allowed him to collab with current generation rap veterans like J. Cole and Lil Wayne. Nonetheless, the attention from these markets has brought more ears to his music. Benny also has his own label called Black Soprano Family. His labelmates often feature on his songs and he has full projects with them too.
Like his Griselda labelmates, Benny has released multiple projects in his career. The albums have been released through a variety of labels including his own imprint and Griselda. His upcoming album, Everybody Can’t Go, will be released through Def Jam. At this time, his best first-week sales album was Tana Talk 4 which debuted at #22 on the Billboard 200 Chart and #9 on the Billboard Rap Chart. It sold 20K units in its first week. Burden Of Proof peaked at #29 on the Billboard 200 and #15 on the Rap Chart and sold around 19K units in its first week. Tana Talk 3 did not chart at all.
Benny The Butcher’s albums and mixtapes have created multiple series’ in his discography. These include American D.Boy, The Plugs I Met and of course, Tana Talk. The Tana Talk series is his most popular. Something special about is the rarity of the first project in the series. Even dedicated fans have had trouble finding it – Benny stated that he does not even have a copy of it anymore. Tana Talk 2 is available on YouTube and according to sources, released in 2009. It finds Benny rapping over other popular beats of the time period with a stylistically different approach than he currently has.
Tana Talk 3 was the album that introduced many people to Benny The Butcher’s music. 10 of the 14 songs on the project were produced by Daringer, the go-to producer for Griselda’s signature dark and gritty boom-bap sound. The Alchemist, who has a history with Benny and is a legendary producer in his own right, produced the other four. This project helped continue to push the wave of the Griselda movement. On it, Benny told authentic street tales that resonated with many listeners. Tana Talk 4 followed this technique but also had Benny speak on his success over the years and how these changes affected his life.
The Success Of Tana Talk 4
Benny The Butcher secured one of the biggest features of his career for the first single from this album. Titled “Johnny P’s Caddy,” the track features J. Cole. Cole has done a variety of surprising features over the last few years and this one was one of the most praised ones of 2022. The track was certified gold by the RIAA and was the first song from Benny’s discography to receive this certification. It was also the first song from any Griselda artist to receive it. The success of “Johnny P’s Caddy” undoubtedly encouraged new listeners to tap in with the full Tana Talk 4 album. The album also featured Boldy James, Stove God Cooks, and his day one collaborators Conway The Machine and Westside Gunn.
Benny The Butcher’s albums sometimes can deviate from the signature Griselda sound. However, Tana Talk 4 sticks to the style of its predecessor. With production from Daringer and The Alchemist, the album contains the grimy, eerie and menacing production listeners know and love. Sometimes, the production can even get soulful, like the tracks “Johnny P’s Caddy” and “Weekend In The Perry’s.” One of the most unique tracks is “Thowy’s Revenge” produced by The Alchemist. It isn’t quite eerie or soulful but Benny still sounds comfortable on it. This one finds him talking about his past and ascension as an artist. The album closer “Mr. Chow Hall” showcases him speaking directly on the biggest events of his life in 2022. These events include him being shot and making a deal with Def Jam.
The track “Guerrero,” which features Westside Gunn, quickly became a favorite amongst Benny’s listeners. Across haunting sounds from Daringer and Beat Butcha, Benny delivers arguably the most unique verse from the entire project. In it, he names track titles from both Tana Talk 3 and Burden of Proof, connecting them seamlessly. Listeners shared their excitement when hearing the song for the first time and how they were proud they recognized the song titles immediately.
Another unique track on Benny The Butcher’s Tana Talk 4 album is “10 More Commandments.” As a student of the game, Benny has referenced those who came before him on tracks before. This song takes his homage to Biggie’s track “10 Crack Commandments” to the next level and updates it with his list of rules, including one that refers to social media. Additionally, the standout track “Tyson Vs. Ali” features Conway sharing how his own hard work allowed him to be successful just like Benny is.
Conclusion
Tana Talk 4 was something for the tried-and-true Benny fans and was a welcome entry into the series. Listeners praised this one for how it sounded truer to Benny’s core sound than some of his other releases. They also appreciated the insight they got into some things that had recently occurred in his life. As Benny becomes more and more successful, his listeners have realized his music is getting more diverse. However, they must draw their own conclusions on if they’re here for the expansion or not.
Benny The Butcher revealed that he found out his first wife cheated on him while he was in prison. What makes it worse is his wife told Benny via a letter.
Benny detailed to the VIP Saturdays Shade 45 crew that he was a teacher to other inmates in prison, and before one of his classes, he received a letter.
“It’s a thick letter and I wanna read my letter,” The Butcher said. “I got somebody else to teach the class. So I’m sitting in front of the class reading the letter.”
He may have wanted to keep the letter for a more private moment once he got to the details. “This bitch telling me about how this other nigga fucking her. And it was just a long letter asking me what she should do. ‘He got a wife. What should I do? I don’t know.’ I’m like, ‘This bitch crazy.’”
Benny said that he just chalked it up to the game. ” I never blamed her for it because I know I was in and out of prison, and a woman is only strong as the bond that she got with her nigga.”
You can hear how Benny’s first wife didn’t hold it down below.
Rocca Varnado has unveiled the lyric visual for “President,” featuring Benny The Butcher, following the track’s REVOLT TV premiere in September. Crafted by Remain 3K, the high-definition clip is the latest addition to Varnado’s recent album Blueprint Roc.
The 16-track LP, executive-produced by Jermaine Fox, boasts collaborations with Reo Varnado, Yumz Awkword, Brandy Brown, E D D Y, Bank Gxd, and Griselda signee Benny The Butcher. A&R’d by EMPIRE’s Domo Jones, the album also features diverse instrumentation from Sincere Noble, JabariOnTheBeat, DTB, Kayro, Pa dre, Temper Beats, Dee Money, HardKnock, and Kacey Khalil. This release solidifies Varnado’s position as a rising talent in the hip-hop scene.
Big Hit just dropped his debut album The Truth Is In My Eyes, a 17-track offering executive-produced by his son, Hit-Boy. Moreover, it’s a lavish, hardened, compelling, and above all engaging project with a lot of heart, grit, and palpable emotion behind it. Of course, it’s also a stellar hip-hop offering with biting lyricism, some clever wordplay, and honest, vulnerable reflections on many tough topics. As far as highlights, though, one particular track really captured our ear and holds some of the catchiest and most impactful material. Furthermore, Hit seeks assistance from none other than Benny The Butcher on the track “Speaking In Codes.”
Both of them have dexterous and hard-hitting verses about street life, the escape from it, and their place within the rap game. In addition, the beat that they ride over has a lot of classic rap embellishments to it, like the crisp, mid-temp, yet soulfully trap-inspired drums, plus some gorgeous instrumental samples like shimmering keys. However, we can’t talk about The Truth Is In My Eyes without mentioning some other guests on here. Snoop Dogg offers Big Hit some words of advice on “Shoppin’ Monster,” and others include The Alchemist, Mozzy, and Jay Worthy. But what makes “Speaking In Codes” so special is just how relentless each MC is on here, and that makes it a thrilling ride from start to finish.
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – NOVEMBER 14: 2Chainz, Hit-Boy and Big Hit attend the Welcome To Collegrove Album Visual Presentation at Nya Studios on November 14, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Jerritt Clark/Getty Images for Lil Wayne & 2 Chainz)
Meanwhile, the chemistry between Hit and Benny The Butcher here is unsurprising. After all, the latter and the former’s son have worked a lot together in the past, and they even have a lot more work together coming soon on the Griselda affiliate’s upcoming new album, Everybody Can’t Go. What’s more is that the father-son duo’s already put out great work in the past, so to see that skill here is also a treat. If you want to check out “Speaking In Codes” or this new album as a whole, you can find it on Big Hit’s website and Bandcamp page here. Also, check out some standout bars from this cut down below. As always, check back in with HNHH for more amazing music releases around the clock.
Quotable Lyrics I’m speaking in codes without moving my lips, I speak in tongues and cross without moving them bricks, Yeah, you know it’s lick, well, now I had to break it down, Wavin’ at the border patrol, crackin’ a smile
Benny The Butcher – the Grammy-Nominated and Emmy-Award-winning member of Buffalo’s acclaimed Griselda collective – unleashes a new single and music video entitled “One Foot In” ft. Stove God Cooks, produced by HIT-BOY, via Def Jam Recordings.
“One Foot In” turns up the volume and sets the stage for the release of the Butcher’s highly anticipated new album EVERYBODY CAN’T GO, arriving on January 26, 2024.
A head-nodding beat sets the tempo for the track as he lays down some ground rules. “Everybody can’t go, and you probably won’t make it.” He threads together one quotable rhyme after another with a precise flow. Taking a victory lap, he gets braggadocious, “You beat out the best, and then you weed out the rest,” and he confesses, “Now look at God, I wrote this verse in my GRAMMY outfit.” Meanwhile, the hook illustrates his duality as he examines a life with one foot in the streets and one in the rap game. The accompanying visual illustrates this vibe on-screen as Benny simply shines.
THE BOOK OF CLARENCE (SOUNDTRACK)
JANUARY 12TH, 2024
TRACKLIST 
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