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Taylor Swift Fans Beg Her Not To Collaborate With F.L.Y. Amid “Swag Surfin’” Trend

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If you’re an NFL fan, a Taylor Swift fan, or have been on the Internet at all recently, you’ve probably seen her support her boyfriend Travis Kelce of the Kansas City Chiefs on their Super Bowl run. In fact, you probably saw her dance to Fast Like Youngstaz’s (F.L.Y.) 2009 hit with Ea$ton, “Swag Surfin’,” an HBCU and sports staple that sparked debate over who should get credit for its resurgence: its dancers or its creators? “My initial reaction to Taylor Swift swag surfin’ was I thought it was dope,” group member Mook told TMZ. “I automatically knew it was going to be a good look because of who she is, what she’s got going on.

“Our streams across all platforms [are] up 700%,” Mook continued. “Our YouTube numbers went up. We gained 20,000 subscribers in like two weeks. So everything is up. It’s just been a dope thing to watch everything unfold so quickly.” Not only that, but he also suggested this is the biggest moment the song’s ever had in terms of growth, and proposed and endorsed the idea of Taylor Swift remixing it with a rap verse. Some people already don’t like the league pushing her at every chance they get, and this was even more of a red flag for fans.

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Taylor Swift Dances To “Swag Surfin’” + Watch F.L.Y.’s Original Music Video

Moreover, on social media sites like Twitter, folks lamented this prospect, as they see it as appropriation or a cheap way to capitalize on another artist’s work. Some didn’t take it that far, suggesting that it would just be cringe, and a lot of people don’t really care much about it at all. Still, it’s fair to say that making assumptions about Taylor Swift’s malice in terms of her NFL visibility and her participation in these dances is pretty unfair, and frankly unfounded. As unlikely as this remix seems, though, fans are very careful not push this to its limits. You can see these reactions down below.

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Meanwhile, most folks only like to see Kelce and the superstar singer develop a wholesome bond for a bit. Beyond that, there are as many good reasons as there are bad reasons to be wary of this exposure. But we’ll see if the Super Bowl changes any of that. With that in mind, log back into HNHH for more news on F.L.Y., Taylor Swift, and the NFL.

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Rich The Kid Announces Stacked Forthcoming Album, Garnering These Reactions From Fans

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College Park, Georgia rapper Rich The Kid is joining a host of mainstream rappers in dropping a massive album in 2024. Things are trending toward a spring release date for the fourth studio LP is his discography. The name of the project is LIFE’S A GAMBLE. According to HipHopDX, the features list is like the NBA All-Star Game. Names include Kanye West, Travis Barker, Offset, Rob49, among others. But, this is not the only thing Rick The Kid is working on.

He is also reuniting with his Rich Forever gang with Famous Dex and Jay Critch. They will be dropping the fifth entry in the self-titled series. A handful of singles have been released for that project, including “Rich & Reckless,” “Big Dawg,” and more. At the moment, there are no drop dates for either tape However, Rich The Kid’s fans are dying to hear what is to come on LIFE’S A GAMBLE.

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Rich The Kid Has Raised Expectations For Himself

 
 
 
 
 
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Rich posted a series of images that surround the rollout, including a hilarious short video with a Muppet-like doll of himself. There also appear to be three possible album covers, presumably all shot by Case Meyers. She shot the deluxe LANA artwork for SZA. All of this information has fans chomping at the bit and expecting greatness. One writes, “Its been 3 years I have huge expectations.” Another adds, “Rich remember you promised us a Grammy this year 📍📍 I still have that in mind ✅✅” He knows how to bring a lot of big names to his tapes. Now, it is time for Rich The Kid to put it all together.

What are your thoughts on Rich The Kid revealing a new album? Will LIFE’S A GAMBLE be the best project in his discography, why or why not? Do you think a single will drop in the next week or two? What feature are you most excited about on the record and why? 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 Rich The Kid. Finally, stay with us for everything else going on around the music world.

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Joey Bada$$ Teases Song With KayCyy Dropping Soon, Fans Are Not Loving It, Rapper Responds

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Joey Bada$$ will always be one of those artists that so many people want to hear from. That is because he is a top-tier writer, picks great beats, and brings so much passion to what he creates. Additionally, he is always trying new things. That can be a double-edged sword for a lot of people, however. Change can be a scary thing, even for the artist. But, Joey is embracing that challenge with his upcoming single. Yes, the 28-year-old is finally coming out with some new solo material.

According to numerous sources, including AllHipHop, Joey is teaming up with the very underrated KayCyy for “Passports & Suitcases.” It is coming this Friday, January 19, coincidentally one day before the New York spitter’s birthday. He teased the song and it found him going in his melodic bag. This is not something entirely out of the blue, but he is using more auto-tune on it. While it sounds like a vibe, fans are on the fence about it.

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Joey Bada$$ Is Sticking To His Guns

A majority of Joey’s fans are hardcore hip-hop heads and they despise when he strays away from that. One person writes, “Yeah but auto-tune is always going to be s*** no matter how old you get.” Another goes, “[The f***] is happening!? Where [the f***] is Joey?! Where’s the Hip-Hop?” Joey Bada$$ saw all of the negativity and nicely put down the haters. “Feels good to be allowed to grow. I never needed permission but thanks anyway guys. New sounds all ‘24…. Whether you like it or not [winky face emoji].”

What are your thoughts on this snippet from Joey Bada$$’s upcoming single with KayCyy “Passports & Suitcases?” Do you like it when he goes into his melodic bag, why or why not? Are fans being too critical of the direction that he is going in? Will Joey drop an album this year? We would like to hear what you have to say about all of this. With that in mind, be sure to leave all of your hottest takes in the comments section below. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest breaking news surrounding Joey Bada$$. Finally, stay with us for everything else going on around the music world.

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Kodak Black’s Experimental Visuals For “2’CY” Draws More Questions Than Compliments

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Kodak Black is one of the most interesting characters in rap today. Not only for his oddball personality but also for some of the material he puts out. The Florida native has been active yet again this year with two full-length projects to his name. Firstly, he put out Pistolz & Pearlz back on May 26. That album ran over an hour and six minutes with a 21-song tracklist. It was his last project under the umbrella of Atlantic Records. It would only take him another five and a half months before his presumedly last tape of 2023.

Three singles would promote Kodak’s more personal record When I Was Dead. One of those was a song called “2’CY.” It was a melodic cut that featured the rapper’s warbly flow. The production had a hint of Jersey club inspiration and can be seen as more of a softer cut. This is a reason why the reactions to these visuals for the single are putting the creative inspiration of Black in question.

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Watch Kodak Black’s Haunting Music Video For “2’CY”

The video features a young boy who stumbles across a haunted house, with a little girl feasting on a dead body and Kodak’s head rapping in a fridge. The vibes clashed oddly and fans were not feeling it. XXL gathered some reactions to the imagery, with one saying, “This respectfully is the [worst] song yak ever made.” Another goes, “Why everybody making headless videos?? What’s the message n****?” Kodak has not responded to the reactions and he most likely will not. This may take the cake for the weirdest music video of the year.

What are your initial thoughts on this brand-new music video for “2’CY” by Kodak Black from When I Was Dead? Is this the best track from this album, why or why not? Do you think Kodak missed the mark on the visuals, especially considering the tone of the 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 breaking news around Kodak Black. Furthermore, stay with us for everything else going on around the music world.

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Fans Hilariously React To Usher’s “Glitching” Dance Move

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Usher, the R&B legend known for his smooth moves, recently set social media ablaze with a dance moment that had fans scratching their heads in both confusion and amusement. The entertainer, caught in the act of grooving to his timeless hit “U Got It Bad,” showcased a dance move that left many fans dubbing it the “glitching” dance. As the video circulated on various platforms, fans couldn’t help but chime in with hilarious reactions. One keen observer humorously cautioned, “Don’t let Omarion see this,” perhaps hinting at the high bar set by the B2K frontman in the realm of iconic dance moves.

Another fan playfully likened Usher’s unique dance move to the age-old act of spraying raid on a roach. They compared the glitch-like motion to a pest trying to evade its death. The comment section erupted with laughing emojis as users shared the sentiment, turning Usher’s dance into an unexpected meme-worthy moment. “When you spray raid on a roach,” one person commented. “Wtf is GLITCHES? it’s called “Tickin,” another user clarified.

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Usher Dances To “U Got It Bad”

Amidst the comedic critique, some fans cleverly related Usher’s dance move to the delicate art of dodging emotions. “Me tryna dodge catching feelings,” one fan quipped. Interestingly, there was a generational divide in the comments, with some younger fans expressing amusement at the glitchy dance move. A seasoned Usher enthusiast pointed out, “It’s the young people in the comments not realizing this was THE move from the video lmao. Like if you don’t hit this when it comes on, you’re trash.”

The comment not only showcased the impact of Usher’s classic moves but also highlighted the generational appreciation gap in recognizing a dance move that has stood the test of time. In the world of Usher fandom, it his dance move will stand the test of time. And fans are reveling in the hilarity that comes with the unexpected evolution of dance moves in the digital age.

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King Von’s Upcoming Posthumous Album “Grandson” Divides Fans

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Grandson will be King Von’s next posthumous release, as his estate recently announced via social media. Moreover, the project is scheduled to release on July 14, and the cover art features a black and white picture of the rapper’s son wearing a fitted hat and OTF and O’Block chains. While this is obviously very exciting news for fans, it’s also something that made them cautious and skeptical. After all, other posthumous releases are bloated, disrespectful, or poorly put together in fans’ eyes. As such, the comments section under the announcement split fans into optimistic excitement and wary assessment.

Of course, plenty of comments just feature fire and heart emojis, indicating a simple but powerful support of the album and King Von’s musical legacy. “Finally! This gonna slap. We ready,” one fan expressed. “Please don’t give us dry a** features that Von prolly wouldn’t have did ready to hear this tho fasho,” another wrote. If his most recent single “Robberies” is anything to go by, though, this will probably still hold itself to a higher standard of quality. Still, some fans have the worst-case scenario in mind, which has unfortunately affected a lot of deceased artists’ posthumous work.

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King Von’s Estate Announces Grandson For July 14 Release

“Stop milking this dead mans music and let him rest,” one user commented under the announcement of Grandson. “bro is they doing what i think they doin ……….. A.I genarated,” another feared, although that’s purely speculation. “Don’t f**k this album up gang,” another replied bluntly. Even though these doubts exist for fans, there’s also just as many people ready to support his estate and to celebrate what could’ve been of King Von’s career. Perhaps it will end up being one of the more acclaimed hip-hop albums of the year, and even the fans who are naysayers hope that’s the case.

Meanwhile, the Chicago MC continues to inspire stories around his life, struggles, and lasting impact as an artist. Many who blasted a recent documentary about his criminal life dedicate themselves to preserving his memory in more positive ways. Von’s estate knows the pressure, and hopefully (and probably) won’t taint his catalog for a quick buck. For more news and the latest updates on King Von, check back in with HNHH.

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