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Cordae’s Best Collaborations, From Eminem To Lil Wayne

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Cordae’s collaborations have gotten more significant as his career has progressed. After leaving the YBN collective, he dropped the abbreviation from his name. He fully embraced a more soulful sound in his production, and his lyrics were down-to-earth and vulnerable. However, he still put out some fun bangers, too. Cordae’s music is centered on him embracing the internal feelings he’s had through interactions with his family, significant others, and people in the music world.

The theme of self-confidence is a consistent topic, too. Cordae has only put out two projects in recent years, with his solo debut being well-received by listeners. However, his sophomore effort was a little more divisive. Still, Cordae’s authentic personality has allowed him to work with some notable acts in music. We’ve gathered seven of his biggest collaborations.

“Champagne Glasses” feat. Freddie Gibbs & Stevie Wonder (2022)

This is a Cordae collaboration that was unexpected in every way. Stevie Wonder is not a name people typically think of in the rap world, but many artists have sampled him. Cordae and Freddie Gibbs are not only distant in age but also in most of their subject matter in music. But, when talent comes together, it often produces well-received results.

The production from Kid Culture combines reflectiveness with elegance. Cordae talks about maintaining a positive, celebratory attitude on the outside when he has more going on internally. Gibb’s verse touches on a myriad of topics, and his signature voice and delivery help them all flow together. Stevie’s appearance comes after a beat switch where he showcases his harmonica proficiency. There are no vocals from him on the song. It’s almost as if his instrumental outro offers listeners a moment to reflect on what they just heard.

“What’s Life” With Common (2021)

This collaboration is with a legendary artist in the lane Cordae makes his music in. Common is known for bringing soulful, vulnerable, and open feelings to the rap world. Being Cordae is part of the current generation doing this, it’s only right the two of them worked together. Their collaboration is a special one because it was done for Liberated/Music for the Movement Vol. 3. Cordae’s verse has him evaluating the things in life that keep him moving forward, which is reinforced by the song’s hook.

The gentle and jazzy production gives him plenty of room for this as his delivery gives a listener a feeling of hearing his internal thoughts. Common’s verse has a similar feeling and, considering his life experience views the same situation from a different perspective. This is another cross-generational collab that validates the new and old school have respect for each other.

“More Life” feat. Q-Tip (2021)

This is another collaboration with a legendary artist Cordae has already secured in his young career. This track comes from Cordae’s EP Just Until…, which held listeners until he dropped his sophomore album, From A Bird’s Eye View. Q-Tip provides a brief hook on this one and also has production credits. His distinct and smooth voice is an excellent pair for Cordae’s reflective verses as he discusses his internal feelings and how he navigates his career. This is the type of song most people associate with Cordae because it is filled with his honest feelings while still having a good bounce in the production. There’s a relatability factor running through it, too, which pulls in many of his listeners. The song’s sentiment and the music video go hand in hand with this one as Cordae visits his old middle school and college in it.

“Nightmares Are Real” feat. Pusha T (2019)

This is a Cordae collaboration from his debut album, The Lost Boy. While many debate whether the area of Virginia Pusha T calls home is part of the “DMV,” this track still brings two regional artists together. The track has a certain mysterious atmosphere, which is capitalized on by the song’s music video. Cordae crafts a verse that details his experiences in the past, and Pusha does, too.

The contrast comes in how they had different upbringings, but the common thread is they once struggled. They’ve since elevated and can look back on how it made them who they are in the present. Cordae sings on the hook, which is not uncommon for him. He even adds some background vocalizations to this hook, adding another melody to the song. Many listeners praised Pusha’s short but impactful feature. 

“Parables (Remix)” feat. Eminem (2022)

This is a collaboration Cordae did with one of the biggest rap artists of all time. The song’s hook alludes to some situations from Cordae’s past, but his verses show how he found a new perspective through these situations. Cordae’s aggressive delivery throughout his verses indicates his passion for sharing his truth.

Interestingly enough, Em’s verse begins at almost the exact halfway point of the song. His verse has multiple flow switches; naturally, a few showcase his rapid-fire delivery skills. He also weaves in his version of the song’s hook and swaps in references to his own past. Cordae getting a feature from a legend like Eminem shows that Em believes in him and his talent. It also branches generations and can bring their separate audiences together—although there was likely already some overlap between them. 

“Sinister” feat. Lil Wayne (2021)

Despite the song’s name from this Cordae collaboration, the song isn’t “dark” at all. In fact, it’s quite the opposite as the duo rap over a smooth ’90s-esque boom-bap beat. Lil Wayne is an artist that has done many features over the years, and he often adapts well to whoever he is featuring with. In the case of Cordae, he brings the same light yet confident delivery style Cordae does.

Cordae’s hook creatively references the producer of this track, frequent collaborator Hit-Boy. Wayne joins him on the hook in the song’s closing moments. Before this, he drops an easy-going verse despite the punchlines he packs in. The song’s closing moments find Cordae dropping some final bars that aren’t quite a bridge but aren’t quite an entire verse, either. They just ensure he closes the song impactfully in his own way.

“Two Tens” feat. Anderson .Paak (2023)

While “RNP” was the first collaboration between Cordae and Anderson .Paak, this song wouldn’t have happened without that one. These tracks showcase a very high level of chemistry between the two artists. In fact, because of this latest collab, many listeners want a complete collaboration project from the duo. On this track, Cordae and Anderson .Paak trade bars throughout the song’s verses. There’s a certain lighthearted playfulness to their flows as they contrast each other’s opinions. This is how there’s even a touch of humor in the song, too.

The minimalistic production gives their flows a chance to provide the song with its bounce. J.Cole has production credits on this one, which surprised listeners of all three artists. With this being Cordae’s most recent collab, listeners are wondering if any others are coming soon. What’s your favorite collab Cordae has done? Let us know in the comments section.

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Cordae Will Join NF’s ‘Hope Tour’ As A Special Guest For The North American Stops

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Cordae might not have any regrets about turning down the invite to collaborate with Maroon 5, but when it comes to linking up with contemporary Christian rapper NF, he’s all for it.

Although the “Two Tens” rapper hasn’t commented publicly on the pregnancy news his girlfriend, professional athlete Naomi Osaka, shared at the top of the year, the revenue earned from the tour would certainly add the financial security blanket for the baby’s coming arrival.

The tour will kick off in mid-July, beginning in Columbus, Ohio. Although it will formally wrap up in London this October, Cordae’s last day on tour will be on September 3 in Laval, Quebec. View the full tour schedule below.

Pre-sales for the Hope Tour begin on Wednesday, April 5, at 10 am, while the general sale is set for Friday, April 7, at 10 am local time. For more information, click here.

07/12 — Columbus, OH @ Schottenstein Center
07/14 — Rosemont, IL @ Allstate Arena
07/15 — Minneapolis, MN @ Target Center
07/16 — Lincoln, NE @ Pinnacle Bank Arena
07/18 — Grand Rapids, MI @ Van Andel Arena
07/20 — Newark, NJ @ Prudential Center
07/21 — Boston, MA @ Agganis Arena
07/22 — Philadelphia, PA @ The Liacouras Center
07/24 — Greensboro, NC @ Greensboro Coliseum Complex
07/25 — Huntsville, AL @ Propst Arena at the Von Braun Center
07/26 — Nashville, TN @ Bridgestone Arena
07/28 — Orlando, FL @ Addition Financial Arena ^
07/29 — Duluth, GA @ Gas South Arena
07/31 — North Little Rock, AR @ Simmons Bank Arena
08/01 — Tulsa, OK @ BOK Center
08/02 — Fort Worth, TX @ Dickies Arena
08/04 — Glendale, AZ @ Desert Diamond Arena
08/05 — Anaheim, CA @ Honda Center
08/06 — San Francisco, CA @ Bill Graham Civic Auditorium
08/08 — Portland, OR @ Veterans Memorial Coliseum
08/09 — Seattle, WA @ WAMU Theater
08/11 — Salt Lake City, UT @ Vivint Arena
08/12 — Denver, CO @ Ball Arena
08/23 — Vancouver, BC @ Rogers Arena
08/25 — Calgary, AB @ Scotiabank Saddledome
08/26 — Edmonton, AB @ Rogers Place
08/27 — Saskatoon, SK @ SaskTel Centre
08/29 — Winnipeg, MB @ Canada Life Centre
09/01 — Toronto, ON @ Scotiabank Arena
09/02 — Ottawa, ON @ Canadian Tire Centre
09/03 — Laval, QC @ Place Bell

^ – without Cordae

Cordae is a Warner Music artist. Uproxx is an independent subsidiary of Warner Music Group.

Cordae Doesn’t Regret Turning Down This Major Pop Hit, He Explained

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Cordae is having a big year. The 25-year-old rapper recently shared that his brand and record label Hi Level is collaborating with Puma. Meanwhile, he took part in the NBA All-Star Celebrity Game last month alongside big names like 21 Savage, Janelle Monáe, and more. Not to mention, he’s expecting his first child with Naomi Osaka.

However, no matter how much his success grows, he’s emphatic on his devotion to staying authentic. On a recent episode of Uninterrupted’s The Shop, he discussed a time when he turned down something major for the sake of staying true to himself.

He declined recording on Maroon 5’s hit single “Memories.”

“I thought about, like, is it too early in my career to do a pop record this big, if that makes sense,” he said. “I say no to 95% of things now because I just try to make everything on brand to who I am as a human being. I know it sounds cliche, but I can’t ever lose that foundation because then I’ll lose the people.”

He added confidently, “I have no regrets whatsoever, but I just wonder what would be different if I did do that.”

Watch the full interview above.

Cordae is a Warner Music artist. Uproxx is an independent subsidiary of Warner Music Group.

Cordae Speaks On Turning Down What Eventually Became A Smash Pop Hit

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Would you turn down a song that could become huge hit early in your career? it turns out that’s exactly what Cordae did. The rapper, who hails from North Carolina, is no stranger to hit records himself. His debut album, The Lost Boy, was released to critical acclaim. It even earned him two Grammy nominations for Best Rap Album and Best Rap Song. Several months after the release of his first album, he was approached about appearing on a pop song.

It’s not often that artists have the luxury of turning down a potential hit, but Cordae says he turns down “95% of everything” that he’s asked to record on. In fact, the rapper said that his label already knows that will go nowhere with him. That was not originally the case, however. According to Cordae, he was initially planning to record something for the song. In the end, he changed his mind. So what exactly happened?

Too Soon For Success?

In an interview with Uninterrupted’s “The Shop”, Cordae commented on the decision to turn down what could have been a huge hit for him. “I thought about like, is it too early in my career to do a pop record this big, if that makes sense.” The pop record in question? It was Maroon 5‘s hit single “Memories“. The song peaked at number 2 on the Billboard Top 100, which means that Cordae would have had a top 3 hit under his belt. Still, he says he doesn’t regret it. Instead, he would rather focus on things that feel authentic to him. “I know it sounds cliche,” Cordae said, “but I can’t ever lose that foundation because then I’ll lose the people.”

Cordae has found quite a bit of success in music, even without featuring on a Maroon 5 song. Last year, he released From A Bird’s Eye View, his second full-length album, which featured legends like Eminem and Stevie Wonder. Staying authentic seems to be working for him, and he’s still confident he made the right choice. “I have no regrets whatsoever but I just wonder what would be different if I did do that,” he said. Do you think Cordae made the right decision? Let us know in the comments.

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Naomi Osaka Shows Off Baby Bump In New Photos

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Naomi Osaka is one of the biggest tennis players in the entire world. Overall, she is a champion in the women’s circuit and has even defeated legends like Serena Williams. Although, in the last couple of years, Osaka has struggled to maintain consistency. That said, tennis is probably the last thing on Osaka’s mind as she is currently pregnant. This will be her and Cordae’s very first child, and there is no denying that they are both excited about this new bundle of joy.

For the most part, Osaka has stayed out of the public eye over the last few months. Naomi Osaka announced her pregnancy in January, and since then, we haven’t heard too much from her. Recently, however, that changed as the tennis superstar took to Instagram with some images from a trip to Japan. In the photos below, you can see Osaka’s baby bump. Clearly, she has no issues with showing it off now as she continues to get farther along in her pregnancy.

Naomi Osaka Reveals Pregnancy Progress

“The past few years have been interesting to say the least, but I find that its the most challenging times in life that may be the most fun. These few months away from the sport has really given me a new love and appreciation for the game I’ve dedicated my life to,” Osaka wrote at the time of her initial announcement. “I realize that life is so short and I don’t take any moments for granted, everyday is a new blessing and adventure. I know that I have so much to look forward to in the future. One thing I’m looking forward to is for my kid to watch one of my matches and tell someone, ‘that’s my mom,’ haha.”

Pregnancy is certainly no easy task, however, Osaka seems to be doing well for herself right now. Hopefully, this proves to be a relaxing time for the tennis star, especially as it pertains to the anxieties surrounding her career. It seemed like tennis wasn’t fun for her in the months leading up to her pregnancy. That said, having a child could very well give Naomi a whole new lease on life, and tennis.

Best Shoes In The Puma X Cordae Collaboration

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Puma is a Multinational brand and a company that produces athletic shoes and footwear. The company was founded in 1948 by Rudolf Dassler. The Headquarters of Puma is in Herzogenaurach, Germany.  Puma is a very big brand , so it collaborates to promote its products throughout the world. Puma has been collaborating with Musicians and singers and producing high quality sneakers. The nature of the artist being advertised solely determines their collaboration.

One of The Latest collaborations of Puma is with the famous rapper Cordae. Cordae is famous for his unique rapping style and introspective lyrics.The Puma X Cordae Collaboration features sneakers with the ultimate touch of Cordae style. The collection is very stylish and unique.In this article, we will explore some of the best shoes in the Puma X Cordae collaboration:

1- Puma X Cordae RS-2K

The Puma X Cordae RS-2K is part of a collaboration between Puma and the rapper Cordae. This collection is known for its unique style and creativity. The Puma shoe features a bold and futuristic design that reflects Cordae’s individuality and creativity. The RS-2K upper combines mesh, leather, and suede materials. This creates an amazing textured shoe. This shoe has a unique leasing system. 

One of the most notable features of the RS-2K is the plastic piece on the heel that resembles a circuit board. All these features give the shoe a futuristic look. When you wear it, the RS-2K is designed to feel comfortable. It has a special soft sole that supports your feet and absorbs shock when you walk. The sole also has a cool design that goes well with the shoe’s futuristic appearance.

2- Puma X Cordae Suede Classic

Puma and rapper Cordae collaborated to create the Puma X Cordae Suede Classic shoe. It’s a new version of the old Puma Suede shoe. The top part of the shoe features a tie-dye pattern, and the back has Cordae’s name stitched on it. This shoe is specially made up of strong suede material. It makes the shoe look and feel unique and different in style. The tie-dye design on the top is special to this shoe and adds color and texture.

Moreover, the shoe has a low-class profile design. The shoe has further soft edges that make them feel more comfortable for the person wearing. The inside of the shoe has a soft pad that supports your foot and absorbs shock when you walk. Overall, this collaboration has been good overall. All the puma fans liked them . Indeed the people are merely loving the designs of Cordae, so they like Puma too.

Lastly, The Suede Classic shoe has Cordae’s name sewed onto the back part, which makes the shoe special. Puma and Cordae made this shoe together to show off Cordae’s special way of doing things. They made it to respect the old design of the Puma Suede shoe.Overall, this collaboration shoe is both stylish and comfortable. Cordae’s way of presenting things in a different way does it all.

3- Puma X Cordae Future Rider

Puma has always been exceptional in making endorsement deals with artists. It’s always been a great success when it comes to the collaboration with the artist Cordae. So, they have made the Puma X Cordae Future Rider deal. This collaboration entitles classical style shoes that the audience loves too much. The Future Rider features a retro-inspired design with a sleek and low-profile silhouette.

Further, this shoe has to do a lot with its specifications. The Future Rider is made up of a mix of materials. It includes suede and nylon, which create a unique and textured look. In addition, the shoe has a bold theme. It has contrasting colours on the upper, midsole, and outsole. The Formstripe on the side of the shoe is also a contrasting piece . Overall, it adds an aesthetic look to the beauty of the shoe.

Overall, The Puma X Cordae Future Rider shoe is cool and comfortable. Cordae’s personal style and the old Puma Rider shoe inspired it. The shoe has different materials, bright colors, and special details that make it look different from other shoes. If you want a shoe that looks old-fashioned but also new and special, this one is a good choice.

4- Puma X Cordae Mirage Sport

Puma and rapper Cordae collaborated to create the Puma X Cordae Mirage Sport shoe. It looks like old running shoes from the 1970s, but with Cordae’s cool style added to it. The shoe is bright and has a lot of colors. The sole of the shoe is soft and feels comfortable. The top part of the shoe has a special design that lets air in to keep your feet cool.

Moreover, this shoe has also got an exceptional style. The top part of the Mirage shoe is made up of light and breathable material. It is a very comfortable shoe. The shoe has a lot of colors, and some of them are different from each other.The Puma Formstripe on the sides of the shoe is also a different color, which makes the shoe look even better.

At the end, The Mirage Sport shoe has special strings to tie it up. Tthe colors of the strings are different from each other. This makes the shoe look cool and special. Puma and Cordae made the shoe together to show off Cordae’s special way of doing things and also to respect the old Puma running shoes from the 1970s.

So, Puma and rapper Cordae worked together to make some cool shoes. They made four types of shoes called Suede Classic, Mirage Sport, Future Rider and RS-2K. These shoes show Cordae’s style and Puma’s classic designs. All of them have bright colors, special details, and different materials. If you want some shoes that look old and new at the same time, you might like these ones. When people work together and mix their styles, they can make something really special and different.

Cordae Questions Bootleg Kev About Not Making His Top 10 Rappers Or Albums Lists

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There are so many “Top” lists floating around in Hip Hop it’s hard to keep up, but Cordae has a few questions for Bootleg Kev. The most recent controversy was sparked after Billboard and Vibe came together to name their Top 50 Greatest Rappers of All Time. This took over Hip Hop social media spaces, but it isn’t the first—and most certainly won’t be the last—time conversations such as these erupt online.

Cordae caught up with Bootleg Kev for an intimate interview, and during the chat, he brought up the host’s Best Rappers of 2022 choices. The list consisted of the following, from 10 to the No. 1 spot: LaRussell, Future, Conway, Symba, Drake, Freddie Gibbs, Kendrick Lamar, J.I.D, 38 Spesh, and reigning supreme, Pusha T. “Also, how did I not make your Top 10 list last year, bro?” Cordae asked. “It’s cool, I’m just asking.” Kev wanted to know if he was speaking about the rappers or album lists. “Damn, I didn’t make either!?” the rapper playfully responded.

Cordae Questions His Exclusion

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS – JUNE 19: Cordae is one of the surprise guests that performs during the Summer Smash Festival at Douglass Park on June 19, 2022 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Barry Brecheisen/WireImage)

“I mean, it was a good year last year. I didn’t think you had a Top 10 album [From a Bird’s Eye View] last year. I think you had about a Top 20,” said Kev. Cordae expressed he respected the answer and emphasized he wasn’t in his feelings about the exclusion. Kev added, “And on the rapping sh*t, I just think the rapping list was tough, man. There was a lot of rapping.”

As conversations were happening between Kev and someone off-camera, Cordae chimed in. “Ay, a lotta love to everybody, man. I’m not—I just…I didn’t even know until he told me right before we walked in. ‘You know you ain’t make Kev’s Top 10?’ It’s cool, bro.” Kev said several people he considers friends, including Benny The Butcher, didn’t even make his list.

Bootleg Kev Explains His Choices

“My thing, like, last year, I put a guy like Symba on the list ’cause Symba did the rapper sh*t last year,” Kev explained. “That motherf*cker did every outlet. He had moments on these f*ckin’ outlets. When I saw Symba like, ‘Yo, I’m tryin’ to make sure y’all see me as the motherf*cker. So, I’mma go rap everywhere.’ And he put out a cool project.” Kev admitted that Symba had a bone to pick after his album didn’t make Kev’s Top 10 list, either. Check it out above.

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Cordae’s Hi Level Collaboration With Puma Is A ‘Full Circle Moment’ Years In The Making For The Rapper

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Last year, Jack Harlow announced his official partnership with New Balance before playing in the Ruffles NBA All-Star Celebrity Game. Last weekend, Cordae rocked Puma in the 2023 Ruffles NBA All-Star Celebrity Game — offering a slice of pizza to Fat Joe mid-game — ahead of unveiling his brand and record label Hi Level is collaborating with Puma.

The announcement came yesterday, February 22, and the collection became available today, February 23:

“In middle school, the public school I went to in PG County, we had to wear uniforms. It was a white shirt, khaki pants, and all-black sneakers, so I always rocked the Puma suedes,” Cordae told Nice Kicks. “It’s been a full-circle moment.”

The Grammy-nominated rapper continued, “I like things to be organic and natural. All the extracurricular stuff they do for communities across the globe is tight. Even though they work with amazing artists, it wasn’t based on past work with artists but on how our relationship has been — a collaborative, cooperative thing. They gave me a lot of creative control and let me bring some of my friends, it turned out dope.”

Cordae has been linked to Puma since 2019, and he founded Hi Level in 2021. His “Hi Level Mentality” TED Talk was the series’ most popular of 2022. In December, Cordae and Puma gave away 200 pairs of sneakers to students at his aforementioned middle school in Maryland.

This isn’t the most exciting Cordae-related announcement of 2023, though. Tennis champion Naomi Osaka, his girlfriend, announced last month that they are expecting their first child.

Cordae and Jack Harlow are Warner Music artists. Uproxx is an independent subsidiary of Warner Music Group.