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Coi Leray Had “No Clue” About Latto’s “Blick Blick” Bars

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A massive song leak that caused Latto to trend across social media has received an official response from Coi Leray. In November, Latto was yet another artist who suffered a setback after a reported 130 songs leaked online. Nestled within was a reference track where Latto spit bars over Coi Leray and Nicki Minaj’s collaboration, “Blick Blick.”

Quickly, fans speculated on whether Latto was responsible for penning bars on the released version. In a new interview with Billboard, Leray addressed the controversy. “I had no clue that she cut that record,” she said.

After the songs leaked, Leray said that creating songs was a team effort. She emphasized the point with Billboard.

“I kinda look at it like a collab. It’s like if Gucci or Moncler wanted me on the cover wearing their stuff, and I like the stuff, then if I don’t like it, I don’t have to wear it. It’s the same thing with that song,” Coi added.

“If you play me a song and I think I could kill that s–t. I’ma businesswoman — not only am I talented, I’m also about my business. If that s–t’s a smash and I’m like, ‘All right cool, let’s do it,’ I have the option to change whatever I want in the song. I have the options to tweak or do whatever.”

Further, “Once you give me the song, you can’t tell me what to do. You could give me advice and I’ma cut it.”

Read More: Coi Leray & Bia Respond To Critics After 130 Latto Songs Leak

The “No More Parties” rapper also addressed why the reference track had similar lyrics to the finalized version.

“Even when we did ‘Blick Blick,’ the hook was already cut and we did the verse together. That’s why the verses sound different,” said Leray. “I heard Latto’s version and the verses sound different but the hook was there.”

“A lot of great music hooks are written and I don’t know — it’s a formula. I’ve only been in the industry for four years, and now I’m at point where I feel like I’m breaking superstar status and I’m learning that formula. I’m gonna be at a point where I’m making those f–king songs for the biggest of the biggest just off the simple fact I learned the formula.”

Additionally, Leray adknowledged she learned this formula through collaborating with others. However, she made sure to add, “But if you put me in the studio with any one of these b–ches I swear they’re not seeing me in any way. They’re not coming out with no hit.”

“And I say that in the most humblest, friendliest, loving, and friendly competition way.”

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Coi Leray Talks Grandmaster Flash Co-Signing “Players”: “I Love His Positive Energy”

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Once again, social media has helped Coi Leray earn herself another hit with “Players.” The track features a notable sample from Grandmaster Flash & The Furious Five’s “The Message,” and according to Leray, she received a co-sign from the Hip Hop pioneer.

“Flash, he’s so funny,” she told Billboard about meeting Grandmaster Flash. “I would’ve thought I’ve known him. I felt like I was in a time machine when I met him. It’s like he didn’t even age. I feel like, ‘I’m meeting you back in the ’90s.’

Read More: Coi Leray Says She Freestyled “Players” Single In One Take

“If that was a movie, that’d be fire,” Leray added. “Going back in time and I’m like, ‘What’s up?’ He’s right here and he was so present. He got so much energy, he’s so healthy and he looks so good.”

Flash didn’t only applaud her single, but he also took the time to give her some sage advice. Leray has previously stated she wants to learn as all that she can from artists who came before her.

“This guy, he can give me a lot of knowledge if you really think about it,” she also shared. “That song was so big and I do know how much that it impacted Hip-Hop. I thought it was dope how humble he is. He’s very positive and I love positive energy.”

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS – JULY 29: Coi Leray performs in concert during day two of Lollapalooza at Grant Park at Grant Park on July 29, 2022 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Gary Miller/FilmMagic)
Read More: Coi Leray Posts Bikini Thirst Trap, Shares “Players” Club Mix

Weeks ago, Leray revealed that she recorded “Players” as a freestyle in one take. The song was remixed by a DJ and the upgraded version spread like wildfire on TikTok. This bolstered the visibility of the original track, earning Coi even more success.

Listen to “Players” above.

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Coi Leray Explains Why ‘It’s No Competition’ Among Her Fellow Female Rappers

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Coi Leray is in the midst of a stunning resurgence. While rap fans undoubtedly slept on her versatile debut album despite standout singles like “Blick Blick” and “Anxiety,” she bounced back late last year with the Grandmaster Flash-sampling “Players.”

Today, in a new interview with Billboard, she discusses the ups and downs of her career so far and explains why “it’s no competition” among her fellow female rappers as they storm the charts in a way that hasn’t been seen in hip-hop in nearly 20 years.

“I don’t compete with them, because you just can’t,” she says. “The best thing about this industry [is], there’s room for everybody. That’s why it’s no competition. I could be here and you could be here right with me. At the end of the day, even if we at the top of the mountain, I’ma be Coi and you gonna be you, and we could trade places or I could become someone else. I’m gonna determine my greatness, my destiny, and my future. What’s for you is for you, while we’re at the top together. Steel sharpens steel.”

She also listed some of her favorite peers in the rap game, naming GloRilla, Ice Spice, Cardi B, Nicki Minaj, Megan Thee Stallion, Doja Cat, Flo Milli, and rising star Lola Brooke, as well as name-checking Latto, who was recently embroiled in a ghostwriting controversy over leaked reference tracks for Coi’s “Blick Blick” and BIA’s “Whole Lotta Money.”

Coi Leray Releases Music Video For “Players”

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Coi Leray is back in the spotlight with a new video for her viral sensation “Players” following the release of her debut album, Trendsetter. The video is set in Newark, N.J. at an impromptu dance party. Rapper and singer-songwriter Coi Leray is back in the spotlight after releasing the music video for her viral hit […]

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Coi Leray Shows What She’s Working With In Sheer YSL Dress

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It’s a busy season for Coi Leray as her “Player” track racks up streaming numbers. The latest release from the East Coast artist has also made waves across social media platforms. “Players” hosts a sample from Grandmaster Flash and The Furious Five’s “The Message,” fusing classic Hip Hop to today’s current sound.

If you’ve been anywhere near TikTok, then you are aware of a remix to “Players” that has taken over social media. This week, Leray shared the official music video to “Players (DJ Smallz 732 – Jersey Club Remix),” and it’s expected to further push the single to new heights.

Read More: Coi Leray Says She Freestyled “Players” Single In One Take

While the track and new visual gains steam, Leray was over in France for Paris fashion week. The rapper was filmed and photographed wearing a sheer Yves Saint Laurent dress that stole attention.

“Ysl @anthonyvaccarello thank you so much I had an amazing time,” Leray wrote on Instagram. “Can’t wait to come back 🆑💕.”

Additionally, the floor-length ensemble showed off just about everything Leray is working with, and she didn’t shy away from the flashing lights as she posed for the paparazzi.

Read More: Coi Leray Posts Bikini Thirst Trap, Shares “Players” Club Mix

The attention was also felt on social media after the “No More Parties” hitmaker flexed a few photos for fans.

“The girls are gagging rn,” she tweeted alongside an image of herself in the YSL fit. Check out more from Coi Leray below.

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Coi Leray attends the Saint Laurent Menswear Fall-Winter 2023-2024 show as part of Paris Fashion Week on January 17, 2023 in Paris, France. (Photo by Stephane Cardinale – Corbis/Corbis via Getty Images)
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PARIS, FRANCE – JANUARY 17: (EDITORIAL USE ONLY – For Non-Editorial use please seek approval from Fashion House) (EDITORS NOTE: Image contains nudity.) Coi Leray attends the Saint Laurent Menswear Fall-Winter 2023-2024 show as part of Paris Fashion Week on January 17, 2023 in Paris, France. (Photo by Stephane Cardinale – Corbis/Corbis via Getty Images)

Beyoncè & Rihanna Start 2023 Strong, Queen Naija Says “Let’s Talk About It,” + Coil Leray Drops A Remix

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As the New Year kicks off, let’s see what these ladies have in store! Superstars Beyoncè and bad gal Riri effortlessly prove they still got it, while Queen Naija kicks off the new year with a new bop. Queen Naija Wants To Talk… After making her smooth comeback, Queen Naija is starting the New Year […]

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The ‘Nepo Babies’ of Rap: Jaden Smith, Coi Leray, King Combs, and More

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Coi Leray Says She Freestyled “Players” Single In One Take

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After a bit of a lull, Coi Leray is back in action. For a moment there, it seemed as if social media channels were flooded with news and updates about Leray. Whether she was celebrating collaborations with Nicki Minaj or verbally sparring with her father, Benzino, the rapper was at the top of her game as her star continued to rise.

Then, as many artists do, Leray fell back as she plotted her next step. We now have her latest single, “Players,” that famously interpolates a Hip Hop classic: “The Message” by Grandmaster Flash & The Furious Five. The viral track has sparked a new era for Leray, especially as DJs and artists remix the single to their liking.

Read More: Coi Leray Gushes About Meeting Busta Rhymes, Calls Rapper An “Icon Legend”

On Instagram, Leray is giving her fans an inside look at her “Players” recording process. As the track climbs up the charts thanks to TikTok, it’s a good time for the rapper to flex her time in the booth.

“This the day we made a movie,” she wrote in the caption of her clip. “I went in and freestyled players in 1 take. Wait till you see how my brain works in these studios 🔥🔥.”

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CHICAGO, ILLINOIS – JULY 29: Coi Leray performs in concert during day two of Lollapalooza at Grant Park at Grant Park on July 29, 2022 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Gary Miller/FilmMagic)
Read More: Coi Leray Ends The Year With Her “Wasted” Single & Music Video

Meanwhile, it is unclear if we will receive a new project from Leray in 2023. The East Coast star has also been working on Trendsetter Studios, described as a “multi-dimensional media company.” We’re sure she will have much more to share as that develops in the new year.

Check out the popular remix to “Players” that has been making its way through the internet below. Let us know if you prefer this version or the original.

Coi Leray Gushes About Meeting Busta Rhymes, Calls Rapper An “Icon Legend”

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As Coi Leray continues to see her star rise, the 25-year-old recently linked up with someone she considers to be an “icon legend.” Appearing to party and dance with Busta Rhymes at an event, she shared a clip of their meeting on social media and opened up about how special the moment was for her.

“Igh listen.. look how God works .. like literally y’all are witnessing it right now… do you know how major this is ? @bustarhymes to meet you at a time like this (unplanned) is crazy !” the “TWINNEM” rapper shared, then adding “You are truly an icon LEGEND.”

Leray exploded onto the scene with her early 2021 single “No More Parties” and has sustained her success with a string of hits since. Dropping “Blick Blick!” with Nicki Mina earlier this year, she also released her debut album Trendsetter in April 2022 and her now-viral track “Players” this past month.

READ MORE: Coi Leray Ends The Year With Her “Wasted” Single & Music Video

Featuring a number of hip-hop artists like Polo G and Fivio Foreign, Leray’s album admittedly took time to perfect. 

The rapper revealed to Billboard in April, “I am a little anxious, I will be honest, but I am very excited because I do know that the body of work that I have been working on for these last three years is absolutely amazing.”

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS – JULY 29: Coi Leray performs at Lollapalooza at Grant Park on July 29, 2022 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Josh Brasted/FilmMagic,)

“Everything from the features to the production is on point,” she added. “The amount of time I took, and the many trials and tribulations that helped me make this story, will be great, and I cannot wait until it drops.”

In March 2023, Leray will perform at Roling Loud California along with Travis Scott and Kodak Black. With 2022 proving to be a busy year for the artist, it’s likely that she will continue to release new music in the new year.

Check back in later with HNHH for new updates on the “Slide” star.

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Coi Leray Pours All Of Her Heartbreak Into Her Somber New R&B Single, ‘Wasted’

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Budding hip-hop talent, Coi Leray, stands by her declaration, “girls are players too,” but in her new single, “Wasted,” she shows that love isn’t always fun and games.

Co-produced by Taylor Hill and Tommy “Tbhits” Brown, the track is a sonic departure from Leray’s signature high-energy club kid aesthetic as heard on “Blick Blick” featuring Nicki Minaj and “Fly Sh!t.” Instead, Leray leans into the vulnerable nature heard in her previously released single, “Anxiety.”

This go-around, the rapper explores the gut-wrenching reality that the person you love and care for deeply isn’t the one for you — a reality the recording artist knows all too well following her breakup with Toronto rapper Pressa.

Co-written by Alexander “Big A” Prado and Leonard “Skeez” Lowman, the song Leray trades in her spunky rap delivery for a melodic vocal approach as the R&B calls for a much more delicate approach. It is clear Leray chose this as her newest single to showcase her range and she knocks it out of the park.

As she sings, “I gave you one chance, then you f*cked it up, then you f*cked it up again / A mistake ain’t a mistake when you make the same one again / You told me that I’m the one, but I ain’t one of them / Communication gettin’ frustrated, can we make it make sense? / You make more time for your homies, you hit me when you feelin’ lonely,” it is hard not to be pulled into Leray’s pain.

Leray took to Twitter to share the inspiration behind the track, writing, “This song is for my bitches who wasted time, energy, and so much more dealing with you f*ck n****s! Ladies, let this song heal you and understand you are not alone!”

In addition to the song’s release across music streaming platforms, Leray teamed up with production companies Valley Visions and Unique Visions to direct the official video. The visual stars model Justus Pickett as Leray’s love interest and viewers are guided through the ups and downs of this love affair gone awry.

Watch the full video above.