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Fivio Foreign Claps Back After 22Gz Questions His Street Cred

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Fivio Foreign was among the rappers that 22Gz called out this weekend. The “Suburban” rapper went on a tirade on Instagram where he questioned the status of New York’s rap scene. While he undoubtedly helped pioneer the Brooklyn drill sound, he watched other artists, like Fivio Foreign and Pop Smoke, pass him and cement their names in the rap game. However, 22Gz didn’t necessarily take issue with the music itself but rather, the gang ties that many are claiming, specifically, Gangster Disciple Killers.

22Gz declared that the drill scene in New York is officially dead. “Drill music in NYC is over they signing anybody who GDK and they all all trolling dropping rakes like we met before or got sum type of [smoke],” 22 wrote on Instagram. “Some of these kids is enrolled in college and all I ain’t never see none of these kids ya making me hot with the trolling we don’t know yall especially The BX it’s no GDs there how yall so GDK? Stop.”

Fivio Foreign Responds

After 22Gz aired out his grievances surrounding the scene itself, he narrowed in on his issues with a few Brooklyn drill rappers who claimed GDK. “I never seen Fivio Pop Smoke Sleepy Hollow Sha EK Blove TG Crippy Nas EBK Dougie B none of dem how y’all so GDK stop trolling and say yall fans,” he wrote. From there, he also called out Fivio Foreign for getting cozy with King Von’s “wifey,” Asian Doll. “King Von passed away and his dawgs outhere humping his wifey on camera but everybody GDK tho,” 22Gz wrote before criticizing Bobby Shmurda and GS9 for losing their momentum. 

Though most other rappers remained quiet, Fivio Foreign popped out and immediately slammed 22Gz. “N***as hide out 4 5 yrs den say nobody seen them [laughing emoj] [laughing emoji] WTF,” he wrote. Afterward, he made it clear that he wasn’t going to air out any business online. “I would never speak on wat me & da guys went thru for this shit.. da streets kno,” he wrote. We’ll see what 22Gz ends up saying in response to Fivio Foreign. 

Fivio Foreign Links Up With Tata, Jenn Carter & Kyle Richh On New Single “Notice Me”

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Fivio Foreign linked up with three rising artists out of New York’s drill scene for his latest single, “Notice Me.”

The bubbling 41 Crew’s made a significant splash in the New York rap scene in the past year. They got the official stamp of approval from Fivio Foreign once they hopped on his new single, “Notice Me.” The rapper’s latest single strays away from the more aggressive, adrenaline-pumping drill production. This time, he, alongside Jenn Carter, Kyle Ricch and Tata, deliver an infectious bop that expands the sound of drill further. Firstly, Fivio comes through with a laidback flow, filled with his signature ad-libs.

Following Fivio’s verse, Jenn Carter, Kyle Ricch, and Tata truly step up to the plate to provide some youthful energy to the fold. All in all, each rapper put their best foot forward on a song that’s bound to make an impact in NYC.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – JANUARY 06: Fivio Foreign(C) and guests attend Giovannie’s Birthday at 40 / 40 Club on January 06, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Johnny Nunez/WireImage)

Fivio Foreign’s unveiled a handful of singles in recent times, which might be a sign that he could be dropping soon. Following the release of The B.I.B.L.E, his debut album executive produced by Kanye West, he continued to keep his foot on the gas with a plethora of loose singles. Prior to “Notice Me,” Fivio shared the single, “Sicc And Tired.” He also linked up with Eli Manning and Shaun O’Hara for “Giants On 3.” The song served as a remix of his single, “1 On 3.”

We’ll keep you posted on any more updates on Fivio Foreign’s next project. For now, press play on Fivio Foreign’s latest single “Notice Me” ft. Jenn Carter, Kyle Richh, and Tata below. Sound off with your thoughts in the comments.

Quotable Lyrics
Like Fivi, we makin’ a movie
She a diamond, no ruby
I cannot F with that bitch is a smoochie
No Ice Spice

Fivio Foreign Is “Sicc & Tired” On New Single

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Fivio Foreign’s remained at the top of his game since the year started and clearly, he’s not allowing anything to slow down his momentum.

The rapper came through this week with his latest single, “Sicc & Tired.” On his new release, Fivio showcases his vulnerable side and confronts his darkest thoughts. Though the production is rooted in the Brooklyn drill, the softer and melodious sounds offer some insight into Fivio’s versatility.

NEWARK, NEW JERSEY - OCTOBER 29: Fivio Foreign performs onstage during Powerhouse NYC at Prudential Center on October 29, 2022 in Newark, New Jersey. (Photo by Manny Carabel/Getty Images)
NEWARK, NEW JERSEY – OCTOBER 29: Fivio Foreign performs onstage during Powerhouse NYC at Prudential Center on October 29, 2022 in Newark, New Jersey. (Photo by Manny Carabel/Getty Images)

As the year closes, “Sicc & Tired” finds Fivio Foreign looking back at some of his wins and his regrets. He reflects on the hard work put in to provide for his family. At the same time, while also looking at violence and death. “I’m trying to survive, I’m focused on these bands,” he raps. “Shout out to my daughter/ I do more for them than anybody in this world can offer them.”

Fivio Foreign offers a rare glimpse into his personal life on “Sicc & Tired,” while also providing fans with insight on his maturity and growth.

Aside from his latest offering, Fivio Foreign’s had one helluva year that cemented his name in hip-hop. Not only did he secure a strong bond with Ye (prior to his recent controversy) but the two also worked alongside Alicia Keys on “City Of Gods.” The single kicked off the campaign for his debut album, The B.I.B.L.E..

In addition to his debut album, he also hit the studio with Eli Manning and Shaun O’Hara for “Giants On 3.”

Check his new single below and sound off with your thoughts in the comments.

Quotable Lyrics
I got some killers that’s willin’ to die
If you look you see the drill in they eyes
They don’t give it, then I’m stealin’ the prize
I’m at the top, but I’m still on the rise

Dusty Locane In Jail After Pleading Guilty To Gun Charges

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As one of the most prominent names in the New York drill scene, Dusty Locane has been consistently working to keep himself and the rest of his city’s wave on the map.

Unfortunately, he’s now set to serve some time behind bars after pleading guilty to two gun charges.

Dusty Locane performs live onstage during DTLR’s HBCU Welcome Back Tour at Bowie State University. (Photo by Brian Stukes/Getty Images)

Both are for criminal possession of a weapon and stem from incidents in 2019 and 2020. He faces a mandatory minimum sentence of one year, with the maximum time he could serve being three years.

In an Instagram post from November 24, the “ROLANDO” rapper let his fans know that he’s planning to turn himself in. “HAPPY THANCSGIVIN TO ALL MY SUPPORTS N PEOPLES. I WILL BE TURNIN MYSELF IN ON DA 30TH OF NOV,” he wrote.

“BEEN FIGHTIN DESE CASES FOR DAMN NEAR 4 YRS[.] NOW I GOTTA GO HANDLE UP LOL[.] IMA TAKE CARE OF DIS SHORT BID N IMA BE BACC NINE FIVE TIMES STRONGER !! C YA WHEN I GET BACC FRM VACAY,” he continued in the caption.

Regardless, the drill rapper has been continuing to drop music while behind bars. Earlier this month (on December 5), he released his six-song EP, CATCH DA FLU.

This caps off a busy year for Locane, serving as his fourth project of 2022. His ROLLIN N CONTROLLIN EP arrived on September 2, followed by SAY DAT just three weeks later. As a collab project with fellow New York drill artists, Rah Swish, Ron Suno and OnPointLikeOP, the latter is an eight-song collection of hard-hitting bangers.

Although locked up, it does appear as though the Brooklyn native is in good spirits. “ALIVE IS THE BEST PLACE TO BE. THEY LOCCED ME PHYSICALLY BUT MY MIND IS FREE. I APPRECIATE THE LUV N SUPPORT, FREE ME,” he wrote in a tweet on Wednesday (December 21).

Ever since Pop Smoke‘s tragic murder in 2020, there have been a number of artists stepping up and keeping the New York drill scene alive. Thanks to his impressive output, Locane has certainly been one of them. The “Dior” rapper was undeniably the leader of their wave, helping to bring their sound to the eyes of the mainstream with his charisma and gruff delivery.

Locane and Pop were childhood friends, growing up in the Canarsie neighborhood of Brooklyn together. The “ROLANDO” rapper has even drawn comparisons to his late friend, with a similarly aggressive flow and delivery. We can only hope that the 23-year-old will soon be free.

What are your favorite songs from Dusty Locane? Comment down below and make sure to stay tuned to HNHH for the latest industry updates.

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Rah Swish Closes The Year With “The Old Me” Mixtape

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Rah Swish is keeping his foot on the gas following a highly productive 2022. The drill rapper’s remained active throughout the year with several projects and singles.

In the past week, Rah Swish slid through with his latest work, The Old Me. The 7-song body of work is a triumphant body of work that finds him showcasing his hard-hitting delivery over infectious drill production. The project kicks off with the previously released single, “Tell ‘Em.” The record samples Soulja Boy’s “Crank Dat” which Rah Swish recharges with his intense delivery and drill sounds. The project also includes the single, “Finish What I Started,” which arrived just before the album’s release.

The Old Me finds Rah Swish holding it down on his own without a single feature. However, he brings on a slew of excellent products like KinoDa1, Kajun Water, Bordeaux, and more.

This marks Rah Swish’s second project of the year and first solo offering of 2022. The rapper previously linked up with Ron Suno, Dusty Locane, and Onpointlikeop for their joint project Say Dat. Prior to that, Swish delivered a string of singles including collaborations alongside Don Q and Ron Suno.

In the past few years, Rah Swish became a pivotal force in New York’s drill scene. 2020’s Woo Forever put a spotlight on him before he made a major statement the following year with MAYOR OF THE STREETS. Around the same time, he also had a major presence on Pop Smoke’s posthumous album, Faith on songs like “Brush Em” and “Dont Know Em.”

Check out the latest body of work from Rah Swish below and sound off in the comments with your favorite track off of The Old Me.

  1. Tell ‘Em
  2. Finish What I Started
  3. What It Look Like
  4. New York Girls
  5. Expensive
  6. Swish Block Work Freestyle
  7. Playin With Ya Life

Rah Swish Closes The Year With “The Old Me”

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Rah Swish is keeping his foot on the gas following a highly productive 2022. The drill rapper’s remained active throughout the year with several projects and singles.

In the past week, Rah Swish slid through with his latest work, The Old Me. The 7-song body of work is a triumphant body of work that finds him showcasing his hard-hitting delivery over infectious drill production. The project kicks off with the previously released single, “Tell ‘Em.” The record samples Soulja Boy’s “Crank Dat” which Rah Swish recharges with his intense delivery and drill sounds. The project also includes the single, “Finish What I Started,” which arrived just before the album’s release.

The Old Me finds Rah Swish holding it down on his own without a single feature. However, he brings on a slew of excellent products like KinoDa1, Kajun Water, Bordeaux, and more.

This marks Rah Swish’s second project of the year and first solo offering of 2022. The rapper previously linked up with Ron Suno, Dusty Locane, and Onpointlikeop for their joint project Say Dat. Prior to that, Swish delivered a string of singles including collaborations alongside Don Q and Ron Suno.

In the past few years, Rah Swish became a pivotal force in New York’s drill scene. 2020’s Woo Forever put a spotlight on him before he made a major statement the following year with MAYOR OF THE STREETS. Around the same time, he also had a major presence on Pop Smoke’s posthumous album, Faith on songs like “Brush Em” and “Dont Know Em.”

Check out the latest body of work from Rah Swish below and sound off in the comments with your favorite track off of The Old Me.

  1. Tell ‘Em
  2. Finish What I Started
  3. What It Look Like
  4. New York Girls
  5. Expensive
  6. Swish Block Work Freestyle
  7. Playin With Ya Life

Lola Brooke Wants To Make Jay-Z Proud: The “Don’t Play With It” Rapper On Brooklyn Drill, Kim Kardashian & Pusha T Co-Signs & More

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It’s Christmas time, again. It feels like we were ringing in 2022 yesterday but it feels like time is moving at an unfathomably rapid pace these days.  As we’ve done in the past, HotNewHipHop returned with our annual 12 Days Of Christmas series where we chop it up with some of your favorite rappers, musicians, athletes, and entertainers about their annual highlights. 

Kicking off the series is one of the most exciting new voices out of New York City this year, Lola Brooke. Like many of her contemporaries, the Bed-Stuy native had her big break off of TikTok with the success of “Don’t Play With It.” The adrenaline-pumping production and her charismatic delivery became a hit after her “From The Block” performance began to garner attention. However, once TikTok got a hold of the record, it formed a life of its own. Cardi B, Kim Kardashian and North West are among Hollywood’s elite of the strength of “Don’t Play With It.” At the same time, she’s landed on the radars of formidable MCs like Pusha T and Meek Mill, who’ve shown her nothing but love in recent times. 

“I used to say, when I put the song out, I said to my team, ‘Don’t Play With It’ could really be a thing.’ I just thought it could be a thing on TikTok. Like, imagine kids playing with things they not supposed to be playing with. Things that are dangerous. Don’t Play With It, Don’t Play With It, Don’t Play With It,” she told HotNewHipHop.

Lola Brooke. Photo Credit: Felicia Abban
Photo Credit: Felicia Abban

What really sold people was the authenticity of Brooklyn that seeps through each bar. The night before our interview, Lola Brooke performed at the Barclay’s Center during the Wizards vs. Nets halftime show – the same night Ab-Soul linked up with Jay-Z. As a Bedford-Stuyvestant native, that performance stands as a highlight of her year. If not for performing in one of the biggest stages in her borough, then for being able to showcase her talent in front of the biggest export out of Bed-Stuy.

“When he sees you, remind him of where he came from. And he be proud that he came from where he grew up from,” she recalled telling herself during her performance. 

For the first installment of 2022’s 12 Days Of Christmas, we chopped it up with Lola Brooke to discuss co-signs from Pusha T & Kim Kardashian, embodying Brooklyn, and so much more.

This interview has been edited and condensed for length and clarity.

Dusty Locane Drops Off “Catch Da Flu”

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Dusty Locane’s keeping the momentum high as the year comes to an end. The rapper made a mark in 2021 as the hype around his “ROLLIN N CONTROLLIN FREESTYLE” picked up. Though critics and fans often compared him to Pop Smoke, it hasn’t limited him. In fact, he continues proving that he’s a dominant force in his own right and uplifting the New York drill scene.

This week, the rapper released his latest body of work, Catch Da Flu. On the new project, he showcases his growth in the past two years. “I went from nothing in my bank account to $40K for a feature,” he raps through his deep gravelly voice on “TRIALS AND TRIBULATIONS.” The 5-song opus captures his hunger, especially after having such a prolific year so far.

CATCH DA FLU is largely produced by Kajun Waters, who handled five out of the six tracks. However, Dusty also links up with Revenge of Mozart and Scubaliciouss for “BLOC WORC FREESTYLE (9HQ5).” It’s a short effort but one that continues to showcase Dusty Locane honing into his strengths and delivering blistering bangers.

CATCH DA FLU actually serves as Dusty’s fourth offering of the year. He unveiled ROLLIN N CONTROLLIN in August, featuring all three parts of the eponymous song. Then, he linked up with Rah Swish, Onpointlikeop and Ron Suno for SAY DAT, a collaborative effort that helped amalgamate the different drill sounds in each borough of New York.

It seems as if Dusty Locane is also revving up to elevate his team. Earlier this year, he dropped off NIGHTMARE ON FIFTH, highlighting himself and the artists he’s associated with.

We’re certainly not complaining about the influx of new music from Dusty Locane this year. Hopefully, we’ll be hearing just as much from him in the new year.

  1. TRIALS AND TRIBULATIONS
  2. NO VACCINE
  3. FROM DA FLU
  4. SPAZZ OUT
  5. BLOCC WORC FREESTYLE (9HQ5)
  6. MY WAY