9x GRAMMY® award winning, 2x Oscar nominated and 1x Emmy award winning artist, producer, actress and entrepreneur Mary J. Blige releases a brand new single “Breathing” featuring Fabolous.
he single, released through Blige’s own Beautiful Life Productions in partnership with 300 Entertainment, was produced by Shaun “S Dot” Thomas. The song was written by Mary J. Blige, Fabolous, Jocelyn “Jozzy” Donald, PurpleKBeats, and Jay Hawkins and contains samples of “Kick In The Door” by The Notorious B.I.G and “I Put A Spell On You” by Screamin’ Jay Hawkins. Blige was additionally inspired by Nina Simone’s rendition of “I Put a Spell on You.”
“Breathing” is Blige’s second single since the release of Good Morning Gorgeous, her critically acclaimed 15th studio album that received six GRAMMY® nominations at the 65th GRAMMY® Awards including Album of the Year and Best R&B Album.
Her first single following the album, “Still Believe in Love,” was released in October 2023 and spent 7 weeks at #1 on The Billboard Adult R&B Airplay Chart. This marked her eighth #1 on the chart, cementing her as having the third-most No. 1s among women artists in the chart’s 30-year history.
“Breathing” showcases Blige’s unparalleled vocals and intimate lyricism, delivering a song about what she promised, being happy where she is and reveling in it. Blige once again proves why she was heralded as the “Queen of Hip-Hop Soul.”
Cash Cobain has been dropping consistently since 2018. The rapper/producer has a much higher profile these days, however. Singles like “Fisherrr” and “Grippy” have blown up in 2024, thanks to collabs with the likes of Ice Spice and J Cole. Cobain’s upcoming album, PLAY CASH COBAIN, is consequently his most anticipated yet. Fans are excited to hear how the rapper/producer pushes his sound forward, but still maintain the fun, experimental vibe that must us fans in the first place. “Problem” is an interesting attempt to reckon with these two goals. The song is a staggering 7:40, making it the longest Cobain song by a mile.
There’s a reason for the length, though. Cash Cobain decided to bring a staggering 12 artists onto the song to make it stand out, and stand out it does. The glitchy, “problem” refrain sung by Laila! serves as the backdrop for a revolving door of guest verses. Big Sean shows up. FloMilli drops by. We also get bars from Don Q, Rob49, Fabolous, 6LACK, and Anycia. Not enough? Don’t worry, there’s more. The song has appearances from YN Jay, Luh Tyler, Kaliii, Lay Bankz, Chow Lee and Flee. We would need a dissertation to discuss everybody’s verses. That being said, Big Sean continues his string of strong features, and Flo brings lots of menace during her sixteen. It gets a little tiring as the song goes on, but such is the nature of posse cuts. Cash Cobain put together an unexpected treat for fans, and we appreciate it.
Let us know what you think of this brand-new track, in the comments section down below. 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.
Cash Cobain Assembles An All-Star Roster On “Problem”
Quotable Lyrics:
My whole city totin’ straps, that sh*t a (Problem) You treat rumors like they facts (That’s not my problem) Hoe, stop wonderin’ where I’m at, that’s not your (Problem, What? What?) I done went broke and then bounced back, that’s not my (Problem)
The sky’s the limit for French Montana in the video for his new single “To The Moon” featuring fellow New Yorkers Fabolous and Fivio Foreign. The three Big Apple natives throw a block party for the ages in the video, complete with cars doing burnouts, dirt bikes popping wheelies, and dozens of locals vibing out to the boisterous instrumental.
The release of “To The Moon” highlights how hard-working French is — the Bronx rapper is just six months removed from the release of his last mixtape, Mac & Cheese 5, and yet, he’s already dropping new singles like there’s no tomorrow. “To The Moon” samples Jamaican dancehall titan Cutty Ranks’ 1991 staple “The Stopper (Main Attraction Remix),” and also kicks off the tour headlined by the three New York mixtape rap mainstays.
The Gotta See It To Believe It Tour begins August 1st in Wallingford, Connecticut, and runs through August 25th in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. You can find tickets and more information here. The mini-tour wisely sticks to the Northeast, hitting mid-size venues that the artists are guaranteed to sell out — these veterans are showing the youngsters who have been trying to fill arenas how it should be done.
Watch French Montana’s “To The Moon” video featuring Fabolous and Fivio Foreign above.
Rap fans who haven’t seen much of French Montana recently will get a chance to do so soon, as the Bronx native has announced the dates for his upcoming Gotta See It To Believe It Tour in August. The Moroccan rapper, who is currently promoting his mixtape Mac & Cheese 5, will be joined on tour by frequent collaborators and fellow New Yorkers Fabolous and Fivio Foreign.
French was recently pulled into all the drama surrounding Drake and the entire rap game turning against the Canadian star when Rick Ross called out Drake for allegedly sabotaging the Mac & Cheese 5 rollout by withdrawing a verse that would have helped generate some buzz for the project. “I unfollowed you ’cause you sent the motherf*ckin’ cease-and-desist to French Montana,” Ross says on his track “Champagne Moments.”
Artist presale for the tickets starts on Thursday, May 16, while the general sale begins on Friday, May 17. You can find more information on livenation.com.
You can check out the full schedule of dates below.
08/01/2023 — Wallingford, CT @ Toyota Oakdale Theatre
08/02/2023 — Silver Spring, MD @ The Fillmore Silver Spring
08/08/2023 — Buffalo, NY @ Buffalo RiverWorks
08/10/2023 — Chicago, IL @ Radius Chicago
08/15/2023 — Toronto, ON @ REBEL
08/16/2023 — Albany, NY @ The Palace Theatre*
08/17/2023 — Boston, MA @ Citizens House of Blues Boston
08/22/2023 — Pittsburgh, PA @ Stage AE*
08/24/2023 — Portsmouth, VA @ Portsmouth Pavilion*
08/25/2023 — Philadelphia, PA @ The Fillmore Philadelphia
French Montana is set to embark on his Gotta See It To Believe It Tour in 2024, presented by Live Nation. The highly anticipated tour will feature exclusive performances across seven cities in North America, starting on August 1 at the Toyota Oakdale Theatre in Wallingford and concluding on August 25 at The Fillmore Philadelphia. Stops along the tour include Buffalo, Chicago, Toronto, and more.
Tickets for the tour will be available starting with an artist presale on Thursday, May 16. Additional pre-sales will follow throughout the week before general ticket sales commence on Friday, May 17, at 10 a.m. local time on LiveNation.com.
The full tour dates are available below.
GOTTA SEE IT TO BELIEVE IT 2024 TOUR DATES:
Thu Aug 01 — Wallingford, CT — Toyota Oakdale Theatre
Fri Aug 02 — Silver Spring, MD — The Fillmore Silver Spring
Thu Aug 08 — Buffalo, NY — Buffalo RiverWorks
Sat Aug 10 — Chicago, IL — Radius Chicago
Thu Aug 15 — Toronto, ON — REBEL
Fri Aug 16 – Albany, NY – The Palace Theatre*
Sat Aug 17 — Boston, MA — Citizens House of Blues Boston
Thu Aug 22 – Pittsburgh, PA – Stage AE*
Sat Aug 24 – Portsmouth, VA – Portsmouth Pavilion*
Sun Aug 25 — Philadelphia, PA — The Fillmore Philadelphia
Taina Williams has significantly impacted fashion and entertainment, bolstered by her connections and familial background. As the daughter of Emily Bustamante and stepdaughter to the renowned rapper Fabolous, Williams’s journey in the spotlight has been shaped by a blend of personal talent and the influence of her famous family. As of 2024, Eric Singer reports her net worth to be $1.5 million. Her relationship with G Herbo, with whom she shares two children, and her role as a Fashion Nova model further accentuate her presence in the entertainment sphere.
Building A Brand In Fashion
ATLANTA, GA – JULY 27: (L-R) Necole Bitchie, Emily Bustamante and Taina Williams attend a royal tea seminar at. The Biltmore on July 27, 2014 also in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Prince Williams/FilmMagic)
Taina’s upbringing, deeply rooted in the entertainment industry through her mother, Emily Bustamante, and her stepfather, Fabolous, has provided a unique vantage point into the world of fame and fashion. This background has contributed to her opportunities and significantly influenced her approach to building her brand and identity within the industry.
As a Fashion Nova model, Williams has leveraged her understanding of fashion and her substantial social media following to become a prominent figure in online fashion retailing. Her collaborations and endorsements speak to her ability to resonate with audiences and her keen sense for trends that appeal to her demographic.
Personal Life & Public Persona
WEST HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA – JUNE 24: Taina Williams and Amaya Colon attend the. BBR Hosts Celebration in Black Beauty Excellence at The West Hollywood EDITION o.n June 24, 2022 also in West Hollywood, California. (Photo by Gonzalo Marroquin/Getty Images for Black Beauty Roster)
Taina’s personal life, particularly her relationship with G Herbo and their two children, has been a focal point of public interest, contributing to her overall persona. This aspect of her life adds depth to her public image, intertwining her professional endeavors with personal milestones, which has endeared her to fans and followers alike.
The culmination of familial influence, personal branding, and strategic partnerships has been instrumental in building Taina Williams’s net worth. Her savvy navigation of the entertainment and fashion industries, underpinned by her relationships and family legacy, showcases a multifaceted approach to career development in the modern digital age.
Taina Williams’s story is a compelling narrative of leveraging lineage and personal ambition to carve out a niche in the competitive landscape of fashion and entertainment. Her journey underscores the interplay between heritage, personal drive, and the opportunities a life in the limelight offers.
Fabolous is one of a few rappers and or hip-hop adjacent artists to be delivering tracks on a consistent basis. Bryson Tiller is also someone on this trend with “Tiller Tuesdays.” However, the veteran lyricist from New York is going by it by releasing freestyles, mainly over other popular songs. Tiller on the other hand is releasing more original material. So far, Fabolous has not skipped a beat on any of the releases, but that should be a surprise.
As we mentioned, he has been doing this at a high level for a long time. He has consistently proven he has plenty left in the tank. Fabolous’ most recent effort was his “Snooze Freestyle.” When you check out that track you will come to notice he uses the sped-up version of SZA’s viral hit from SOS. Another icon he has selected beats from is none other than Drake.
Listen To “You Did Me Wrong” By Fabolous And Trey Songz
When Drake dropped the For All The Dogs Scary Hours Edition (Instrumental)he challenged the very best to write their best bars. Fabolous was the first to do so over “Evil Ways,” the second J. Cole collaborative effort. Now, for the next “Freestyle Friday” session, Fabolous is back with Trey Songz to perform over “You Broke My Heart.” Both mainstays sound great over it and it may be Fab’s best work as of right now. Go check out the video above.
What are your thoughts on this brand-new single, “You Did Me Wrong,” by Fabolous and Trey Songz? Is this the best song from this series he is doing so far, why or why not? Is he the best freestyler of all time? Who had the better performance? Is this the better of the two freestyles over a Drake Scary Hours song? 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 surrounding Fabolous and Trey Songz. Finally, stay with us for the most informative song posts throughout the week.
There is no denying how talented Fabolous is. The legendary New York-bred rapper has been doing this for decades. Questioning his abilities even in the latter stages of his career would be a major mistake. If he still has doubters he might have just shut them all down with this newest freestyle. Yes, the 46-year-old spitter is back with another installment for his series “Freestyle Fridays.” The last one that HNHH got to break down was back on January 8 with “OSHO Freestyle.” Fabolous has been doing some traveling over the past month or so and that track was inspired by his stay in Dubai.
Before that, he came by with one on Christmas Day when he took a trip down to Tulum located in Mexico. While his birthday does fall in November, he headed down there for a late gift to celebrate. All of the freestyles have been hitting for Fab, especially this new one called “Snooze.” If you are an R&B fan, this is name of an ultra-popular song from 2022 by a special artist.
That of course would be SZA. “Snooze” landed on her critically-acclaimed record SOS. Fabolous has rapped on other artist’s beats recently, so this is nothing new. He absolutely bodies the sample flip of SZA’s song and he incorporates well within the bassy and drum-heavy beat. Fab uses the sped-up version of the hit song beautifully and it makes for a great combination overall. You can check it out on YouTube now with the link above.
What are your initial thoughts on this brand-new single and freestyle, “Snooze,” by Fabolous? Is this the best song from this series he is doing so far, why or why not? Is he the best freestyler of all time? 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 surrounding Fabolous. Finally, stay with us for the most informative song posts throughout the week.
John David Jackson, known worldwide as Fabolous, did not ascend to hip-hop royalty overnight. Born and raised in the Bed-Stuy neighborhood of Brooklyn, he was fully immersed in the scene that produced some of the greatest rap legends. Taking the world by storm in the late ’90s with his sharp wit and punchy lines, Fabolous carved out his niche in the music industry. His grind and hustle in the industry over the years have earned him a notable net worth of $8 million in 2024, as per WealthyGorilla.
Riding The Beat: Fabolous’s Career High Notes
Rapper Fabolous in September, 2002 in Hoboken, New Jersey. (Photo by Gregory Bojorquez/Getty Images)
His breakthrough came when he featured on DJ Clue’s radio show, which led to him signing with DJ Clue’s label, Desert Storm. He made waves with his debut album, Ghetto Fabolous, released on September 11, 2001. Despite the unfortunate timing, the album debuted at No. 4 on the Billboard 200, showcasing Fabolous’s indomitable spirit.
The rapper continued to produce chart-topping hits and timeless classics, earning him a prominent place in hip-hop. Songs like “Can’t Let You Go” and “Into You” still resonate with fans years after their release. His style and clever wordplay have garnered numerous accolades, including several BET Hip Hop Awards.
Behind The Mic: Fabolous’s Personal Highlights
ATLANTA, GA – OCTOBER 26: Rapper Fabolous attends the “All Black Affair” at Gold Room on October 26, 2019 in Atlanta, Georgia.(Photo by Prince Williams/Wireimage)
Beyond his impressive career, Fabolous also leads an intriguing personal life. His relationship with Emily Bustamante, a reality TV star, and their two children have been under media scrutiny, offering a glimpse into his life offstage. Known for his sharp sense of style, Fabolous has often been regarded as a trendsetter in the hip-hop community. From his flashy jerseys in the early 200 unique personal style that has influenced the fashion choices of his fans and contemporaries.
NEW YORK, NY – NOVEMBER 01: Rapper Fabolous attends the 2011 3 Kings Coat Drive at Dr. Jay’s on November 1, 2011 in New York City. (Photo by D Dipasupil/FilmMagic)
Fabolous isn’t just a hip-hop artist; he’s also a smart businessman. He has several ventures to his name, including his clothing line called Rich Yung Society. His entrepreneurial endeavors add another dimension to his multi-faceted career, emphasizing his business acumen. Regarding giving back, Fabolous hasn’t been shy about his philanthropic efforts. He has actively participated in various charity events and has supported causes such as education and children’s welfare. His commitment to uplifting his community is as impressive as his rap career.
The Fabolous Phenomenon: More Than Just A Rapper
US rapper Fabolous speaks onstage during the Songwriters Hall of Fame 51st Annual Induction and Awards Gala in New York on June 16, 2022. (Photo by Angela Weiss / AFP) (Photo by ANGELA WEISS/AFP via Getty Images)
From a young rapper in Brooklyn to a successful artist with a net worth of $8 million, Fabolous’ journey is truly inspiring. His contribution to hip-hop is undeniable, with a discography that spans over two decades and resonates with fans worldwide. Simultaneously, his business ventures and charitable endeavors showcase a man who is much more than a rap artist. Fabolous continues to push boundaries, redefine norms, and set trends in music, business, and philanthropy. His legacy in hip-hop is cemented, and there’s no doubt he’ll continue to be a formidable presence for years.
French Montana is feeling robbed. The rapper recently revisited his 2014 collaboration with Fabolous, “Ball Drop,” expressing a sentiment that he believes they were unjustly denied a Grammy for the track. The New Year’s-themed song, featured on Fabolous’s sixth studio album, The Young OG Project, made waves when it dropped in December 2014, with an official video released in March the following year. Taking to Instagram on New Year’s Day (January 1), French Montana shared his belief that “Ball Drop” deserved Grammy recognition. He accompanied the statement with a screenshot of the video and a caption that read, “This record deserves a Grammy @myfabolouslife. Happy new years to all the hustlers worldwide. Haaannnnn.”
Fabolous, however, responded to French’s Grammy aspirations with a perspective grounded in the enduring impact of their collaboration. In the comments section the blog @thehiphopwolf on IG, he asserted, “We don’t need their validation @frenchmontana.!! We got a NYE classic forever.. The culture gon play it or hear it every year & that’s enough reward for me,” adding prayer hands and a black heart emoji.
However, Fabolous’s response highlights a different perspective on success and validation within the music industry. While Grammy recognition is often considered a pinnacle achievement, Fabolous emphasizes the lasting impact and cultural significance of “Ball Drop.” His contentment with the song becoming a New Year’s Eve classic, played and heard annually, speaks to a different form of acknowledgment and validation within the hip-hop culture. After all, French does have a record for dropping hit after hit. And “Ball Drop” was definitely a certified banger during the time it came out.
Moreover, this exchange between French Montana and Fabolous sheds light on the artists’ perspectives on industry accolades. Furthermore, it sparks conversations among fans and within the hip-hop community about the various measures of success and the enduring power of timeless music. However, the Instagram post and subsequent response become a snapshot of the complexities and nuances surrounding recognition in the music industry. What are your thoughts? Does “Ball Drop” deserve a Grammy?
