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Future Connects With DJ Swamp Izzo On “3 Cell Phones”

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DJ Swamp Izzo has been hustling hard over the years which has now led to his signing with Cash Money records. To commemorate the deal, Swamp Izzo unveiled his brand new single, “3 Cell Phones” with Future. Backed by muddy production, Future sounds like he’s in his original form, detailing his relationship with drugs and women in a nonchalant manner.

“Izzo’s been a part of our family for a long time now,” Birdman said of the signing. I’ve always watched how he moved and what he did. He’s put so many major plays in motion throughout Atlanta and hip-hop as a whole. He’s also an incredible DJ, performer, and artist. Everybody’s about to get to know him in a big way this year.”

With the backing of Birdman and Slim, DJ Swamp Izzo is bound to do some incredible things in the future.

Quotable Lyrics
Choppa, card bitch, that’s for damn sure
Love the fuckin’ top shit, that’s for damn sure (Woo)
Two chicks while I spit, that’s for damn sure
Make a leg lock when I hit, that’s for damn sure

Jenevieve Delivers A Sensual New Ballad On “Résumé”

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Jenevieve has been showcasing enormous potential as of late with a string of dope r&b singles, including the song “Baby Powder” which dropped last year. The 22-year-old singer has the potential to blow up in a big way, and with each new release, she is able to attract new fans who are excited about what she might produce over the coming months and even years. On Friday, Jenevieve dropped her latest effort “Résumé” and it has already become a big hit amongst her fanbase.

The song has a very apparent summer vibe that is filled with gorgeous r&b stylings that will immediately impress fans of the genre. As for the singing, Jenevieve soars over the production while singing about heartbreak and all of the residual feelings that can come with it. Overall, it’s yet another amazing effort from an artist who will surely break through into the mainstream, in due time.

Quotable Lyrics:

I wanna talk to you, but there’s no more to say
I try to hide it, but it follows every day
No matter what I do, I’m on your résumé
I’m on your résumé

Fat Joe Says Cam’ron Nearly Left Verzuz Before It Even Started

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There have been some excellent moments during Verzuz since its inception. Gucci Mane and Jeezy finally squashed their beef at Magic City for the world to see, Snoop Dogg and DMX went hit-for-hit in celebrating their respective catalogs, and Bow Wow and Soulja Boy took their online feud to the stage where they offered a dose of nostalgia for the world.


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On Tuesday, the battle of NYC went down between The Lox and Dipset at Madison Square Garden. Jadakiss earned the title of the evening’s MVP while Jim Jones provided us with one of the best moments of the evening when he dove off stage (many believed he fell). However, it was Fat Joe’s recap of the whole evening that really left fans in tears. The other day, Joe dropped a massive bombshell about the moments leading up the battle including Cam’ron’s alleged hesitancy. Apparently, Killa Cam was about to make his way out the door before Verzuz even started. 

“Cam’ron was on his way out the building. Not being scared. For some reason, he wasn’t fucking with it,” Joe said. “He was about to leave Madison Square Garden. That’s a Joprah moment.”

Joe explained that when Cam’ron heard Michael Buffett’s voice, he seemingly changed his mind and turned back around.

Check out Joe’s clip below and let us know your thoughts on Tuesday’s Verzuz. 

Stunna 4 Vegas Drops “BIG 4 Flow”

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Stunna 4 Vegas brought the energy for his latest release, “BIG 4 Flow.” On his new track, the North Carolina rapper talks his shit over Drewreligion’s production and proves why he’s one of the hottest rappers on Billion Dollar Baby records. 

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Stunna 4 Vegas’s charisma is on full effect on “BIG 4 FLOW.” He wastes no time in offering braggadocious bars and asserting his dominance in the rap game. “I’m too official (Yeah, yeah), blow thе whistle (Yeah, yeah), my lil’ n***a out his mind,” raps Stunna 4 Vegas. “Stеady tryna smoke a n***a, he say he ain’t tweakin’ ’bout no time.”

The “Activated” rapper‘s energetic delivery and infectious hook prove that he’s continuing to sharpen his sword with every single release. 

Check out the latest record from Stunna 4 Vegas below.

Quotable Lyrics:

We stand on biz, won’t let shit slide
Know when I leave the crib, it’s do or die (Fire)
Catch a opp, give him a suit or tie (Fire, fire)
N***a cut his tongue off if he testified (Fuck it)

Soulja Boy’s Hot Streak Continues With “Rockstar!”

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Soulja Boy’s hustle is truly unmatched. While other rappers are sleeping, he’s likely plotting on his next move, whether it’s his next release or another move in the world of tech. It’s been a little over a week since the rapper unveiled his latest project, Big Draco which serves as his first release on a major label in a few years. Unfortunately, the album’s release felt a bit lackluster but still, Draco is preparing to drop the deluxe edition soon.

Despite recently dropping an album, Soulja Boy’s still flooding his YouTube page with new releases. This morning, he unveiled his latest single, “Rockstar,” a melodic, auto-tune-laden production that finds Soulja Boy delivering more braggadocious bars about his lavish lifestyle. There’s certainly a Playboi Carti influence that lingers on the production but nonetheless, Draco is going hard.

Peep the new record from Soulja Boy below.

Quotable Lyrics
I’m a rockstar
Orgy with 10 bitches, I’m a rockstar
Lambo with the switches, I’m a rockstar
Shoot it ’til it’s empty, I’m a rockstar

Kentavious Caldwell-Pope Pens Message To The Lakers

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Kentavious Caldwell-Pope was a great role player for the Los Angeles Lakers over the past few years, and he was instrumental in the team’s championship victory while in the NBA bubble. While he may have been inconsistent at times, there is no doubt that he was beloved by fans who knew exactly what his worth to the team was.

Just last week, Caldwell-Pope was traded out of Los Angeles as the team sent him, Kyle Kuzma, and Montrezl Harrell to the Washington Wizards in exchange for Russell Westbrook. While guys like Kuzma have already bid farewell to the team, Caldwell-Pope took to Instagram today where he left a kind message to those who have run the Lakers over the past four years.

Kentavious Caldwell-Pope

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“Who knew that a 1 year deal would turn into a 4 year run in the purple and gold. Thank you Magic, Jeanie, and Rob for believing in me. We are forever cemented in history with #17,” Pope wrote. While things got tough for Caldwell-Pope at times, he was able to keep things going and there is no doubt that the Wizards are getting a solid player.

Heading into next season, Bradley Beal will have a solid crop of players to work with, and Caldwell-Pope is definitely one of them. If they can find chemistry together, the Wizards could very well be back in the playoffs again this season.

Cardi B And Megan Thee Stallion Celebrate Their First ‘WAPiversary’ By Teasing Another Collaboration

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Last summer, on August 7, 2020 to be exact, Cardi B and Megan The Stallion shook the music world with their first collaboration, “WAP.” The track quickly became a favorite of both rappers’ fans mostly because of the sex-positive message the song delivered. It also became Cardi’s fourth No. 1 single while it was the second for Megan.

For as much praise as it garnered, “WAP” also received criticism, mostly from conservative politicians who took issue with the song’s explicit nature. Nonetheless, “WAP” was absolutely one of the biggest moments of 2020 and a year later, the two rappers took a moment to celebrate their chart-topping song while hinting at more to come in the future.

“Wow I can’t believe wappity WAP turned one today,” Cardi wrote on Twitter. “It don’t even feel like it. What a record! @theestallion we should do it again sometime.” Shortly, Megan responded to Cardi’s tweet with her own celebratory message. “Happy WAPIVERSARY,” the rapper replied. “Thank you for having me. I think the people deserve another collab.”

A future collaboration between Cardi and Megan could come on the latter’s next project which the Houston rapper said is slowly coming together.

“I am keeping my next project pretty quiet but it will be a complete shock and complete surprise,” she said during an interview with People. “I am just creating things that feel good to me right now.”

You can view the rappers’ tweets above.

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Erica Banks Flips DaBaby’s “Ball If I Want To”

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Erica Banks had 2021 ablaze with the release of “Buss It.” The song became an international smash, thanks to the power of TikTok, and the subsequent remix featuring Travis Scott. However, there’s still more work to be done and Banks isn’t slowing down by any means. Just the other day, she declared herself the top female MC in the game right now. That might seem like a stretch to most but she’s putting her money where her mouth is everytime she drops.

This week, Erica Banks emerged with a remix to DaBaby’s hit single, “Ball If I Want To.” The latest E-Mix finds Banks tackling the beat with dominance while popping her shit.

Check out the latest offering from Erica Banks below. Did she kill the remix?

Quotable Lyrics
Hmm, yeah I’mma ball in this hoe
No, they don’t like me at all in this hoe
Hit up the strip, I’mma fall in this hoe
When I stay in the club ’cause they callin’ fasho

Erica Banks Says That She’s The Best Female Lyricist

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Dallas-bred emcee Erica Banks has come through with a bold statement in tow, taking to Twitter recently with a simple remark.

“I’m the best female lyricist. Check the flows & catalog luv,” she penned in a recent tweet.

The tweet arrived just ahead of a new drop from Banks as she hopped on DaBaby’s “Ball If I Want To” backdrop for her latest E-Mix, her series of takes on popular tracks, flexing the lyricism in question.

While superlatives are certainly subjective, the southern rapper has proven to be particularly gifted with the pen especially with the string of remixes and freestyles that predated her current status. Her “Ball If I Want To” remix is only the latest showcase.

Banks particularly rose to prominence for her “Buss It” track, which caught viral success from a TikTok challenge. Currently signed to 1501 Certified, the Texas rapper has naturally drawn comparison to other emcees, namely labelmate Megan Thee Stallion, whose relationship with 1501 has been rocky to say the very least.

Fortunately, however, those conflicts have not translated into any beefs or competition between the two women, leaving Banks with an even playing field to make her case as the “best female lyricist” she claims to be. 

Sound off below with your thoughts. Who takes the title as the best female lyricist in rap at the moment?