New Jersey rapper Joe Budden has fans wondering where his crew went. The former Def Jam artist addressed why fellow co-hosts Rory and Mal didn’t make an appearance on a recent show as well the reasoning behind what followed as a subsequently canceled episode. Joe Budden Addresses Co-Hosts Rory + Mal Are Missing Joe Budden went […]
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Some songs are simply destined to endure. And while both Kanye West and Jay-Z’s respective solo careers have yielded countless timeless classics, there’s something about their joint anthem “N***as In Paris,” produced by the inimitable Hit-Boy, that has resonated on a deeply universal level. Perhaps it’s the carefree spirit of the instrumental, or perhaps the playful demeanor of the globetrotting emcees over top. Either way, “In Paris” boasts a seemingly infinite supply of replay value.
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It isn’t exactly surprising, then, to see it inch up another rung of the ladder toward that coveted diamond status. Our Generation Music reports that the Watch The Thone single has been officially made eligible for octuple platinum status, meaning it has sold over eight million album-equivalent units. At this rate, Jay-Z and Kanye West are well on their way to a diamond plaque, which would mark their first time achieving the impressive sales milestone.
Though it’s unlikely we’ll ever be watching The Throne make new music as a duo, it cannot be denied that their brief run as a collaborative group continues to impact the game to this day. And to think, “In Paris” began as a simple loop on FL Studio, one that Hit-Boy still has saved to this day. Congratulations to Kanye West and Jay-Z for another platinum plaque, and may the road to diamond be a relatively brief one. Perhaps fans oughta channel Jay and Ye during their joint-touring days and simply queue up “In Paris” again and again and again.
Louisiana rapper NBA YoungBoy had five stars on him. During a recent arrest, police went Grand Theft Auto-mode on him and footage has revealed just how intense the takedown was. NBA YoungBoy’s Arrest Is Going Viral A new footage of the police tracking down the Never Broke Again star has gone viral. Helicopters and a […]
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NUSKI2SQUAD has been the one to watch in the past year but it was in recent times that his single, “Live On (Thuggin Days).” The song is his breakout anthem that’s been making rounds across the Internet heavily in the past few months. However, like many breakout hits that have slowly picked up steam across YouTube and other platforms, it was only right that he revamped the track with a little boost from two familiar artists, G Herbo and Yungeen Ace. The two rappers connect with NUSKI for the official remix of the track, tackling the piano-laden production with aggression and pain.
NUSKI2SQUAD previously worked alongside Yungeen Ace on “Millions” from his debut project, Lost Child.
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Retaliation, who gon’ retaliate? We kill n***as
I’m missin’ gang, yell they name out like they here, n***a
And when we slide, opps gon’ feel it ’til they fear, n***a
Yeah, this song for the real n***as
New York rapper Benny the Butcher was “this” close to working with one of the most legendary hip-hop stars ever. He’s spoken on what almost turned out to be a dope collaboration with JAY-Z, although it never actually came to fruition. Benny The Butcher Thinks Back On Hov Collab Benny the Butcher says he asked JAY-Z […]
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Chance The Rapper‘s latest rollout has taken advantage of his big house and comedic chops to turn in some pretty clever promotional materials for his new singles. The latest is “1-800-STUNT,” Chance’s take on ’90s infomercials, which is connected to his next track, known for the moment as “House Of Kicks Theme Song.” The spoof infomercial sees Chance take on the role of stuntman, Jump Dustumba, as he stumps for his agency while wearing an arm sling.
House of Kicks Theme Song (2021)
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However, rather than appearing in movies and TV shows, they’re available to stand in for customers doing regular tasks like working out, taking out the trash, or making a sandwich. Unfortunately, one customer finds out that having an “identical” person around the house has its drawbacks, as he catches Dustumba making out with his wife. It’s a cheeky little distraction of a video but I’m intrigued to see how it plays into the release of Chance’s next single.
Chance’s most recent single, “The Heart & The Tongue,” also came out after a week of social media teasing, so while it’s unclear just what he’s building up to, it seems clear that it’ll be something that he’s crafted with care putting all the free time afforded by pandemic lockdowns — and probably a little bit of boredom, as well — to good use.
Watch “1-800-STUNT” above.
Montreal-based singer Chiiild has been writing music for years now, but made a name for himself with his moving 2020 EP Synthetic Soul. After the project picked up momentum, Chiiild has set his sights on a full-length release. The singer returned Tuesday to officially announce his debut album Hope For Sale with the dreamy track “Sleepwalking.”
“Sleepwalking” arrived alongside an equally tranquil video. Directed by Daniel Regan, the visual seems like a dream itself. It depicts a series of characters moving backwards in time across a remote beach, showing glimpses of a handful of tender moments. Speaking about the experience of making the visual, Regan described it as “a piece about evolutionary love and the subconscious told through dream logic.”
About the song in general, Chiiild said:
“‘How does it feel walking fast asleep, under the moonlight.’ Sleepwalking is a self-reflective song about reclaiming agency over your life. We all have something that makes us special, that nurtured can create something beautiful. With Dan Regan at the helm, the sleepwalking video enters a new dimension. Aiming to create a future nostalgia.”
Ahead of releasing “Sleepwalking” and announcing Hope For Sale, Chiiild sat down with Uproxx to discuss some of the Black artists that have had the biggest impact on Chiiild’s sound. He name-dropped a handful of musicians like the Ethiopian singer Gigi, Massive Attack, Bob Marley, Jimi Hendrix, and The Weeknd.
Watch Chiiild’s “Sleepwalking” video above.
“Diamonds” has proven to be one of the biggest hits of Rihanna’s career, but it almost wasn’t her song at all. In fact, Eminem actually recorded a version of it before she did, according to the song’s co-producer, Benny Blanco.
Speaking about the track with Apple Music’s Zane Lowe, Blanco revealed that he originally intended the song to be for Kanye West or Lana Del Rey:
“We wanted it to be a Kanye song or a Lana Del Ray song, I remember, at first. And we were like, ‘OK, yeah, cool, let’s do that.’ And then, I remember [song co-writer] Sia, just writing. Sia, being Sia, she can write like 700 songs in one second. This was before Uber and she was like, ‘ I just called the car. It says it’s going to be 15 minutes. Pull up a beat.’ Pull up a beat…. melody, lyrics, everything. Done, OK. Then, we’re listening to it a few days later, and [song co-producer] Stargate’s like, ‘Yo, we’re giving this song to Rihanna. It’s going to go.’ And I was like, ‘I don’t know, man. Should we keep the beat for Kanye? I don’t know about it. I don’t know if it’s… I don’t know.’
He then went on to discuss how he learned that Eminem had actually recorded a version of the track before Rihanna did:
“Then I remember I had given a beat CD like a month earlier to Paul Rosenberg to give to Eminem. And apparently, Eminem had done a song to it, too, and I didn’t even know. […] Paul was like, ‘Man, Em had that beat on hold.’ I was like, ‘What? I didn’t even know.’ So, I’m sitting there, and then I finally am like, ‘You know what, Stargate?’ I let go. I said, ‘You guys know better. Let’s do it.’ She cut the song. First of all, the second she cut the song, they were completely right. I was like, ‘This is the best song I’ve ever done.’ And then, this is how life works, full circle: Kanye West does a remix to the song.”
Check out more from Blanco’s interview with Lowe below.
Two weeks ago, Chance the Rapper stunned Hip-Hop fans with the new music video for “The Heart & The Tongue,” a quick two-and-a-half-minute song that saw the Chicago artist in rare lyrical form. The scenery for the video was minimal, yet grand, as it was shot at what Chance has been calling the House of Kicks. Yesterday, the artist, known for his fan-favorite mixtapes Acid Rap and Coloring Book, took fans back to House of Kicks, but rather than new music, Chance treated them to a new skit.
Titled “1-800-STUNT (House Of Kicks),” Chance’s peculiar new YouTube video finds him and a few other familiar faces assuming the role of stuntmen that will ironically volunteer to do the mundane day-to-day tasks that nobody really likes doing. The clip stars Chance the Rapper’s wife, Reeseynem, Vic Mensa, and an assortment of other people participating in the humorous faux commercial.
If you’re wondering why the video even exists, the actual purpose of Chance’s foray into sketch comedy is unclear, but seeing as it stars artists like Reeseynem and Vic Mensa, perhaps it is a hint at Chance’s new artistic direction. Checking out the strange two-and-a-half-minute skit, you can watch it below.
Do you have any idea as to what Chance the Rapper could possibly be up to?
Sleepy Hallow has returned to the fold with a new single, reuniting with producer Great John for “2 Sauce.” Set to appear on Hallow’s upcoming debut album, the track marks another strong release from the Brooklyn drill rapper, who has been on a consistently hard-hitting tear of late. On this latest joint, he takes to a hypnotic banger, sliding in with a laid-back delivery that meshes interestingly over the up-tempo percussion. It’s a testament to his instincts, as he understands when to pull back and when to let fly with full aggression.
“You know who call the shots, from the bottom, but now we on top,” he spits. “How was you still sleep? Now they lovin’, used to hate me / and my kicks clean, ain’t nobody ever had these.” Straightforward enough on a lyrical tip, but sold with enough conviction and charisma to shine. It should certainly be exciting to see how his debut album turns out, as he’s already carving out an interesting lane for himself. Case in point, his previous single “Tip Toe,” a diabolical Tiny Tim flip also orchestrated by Great John.
Look for him to continue establishing his presence as an original voice in the New York rap scene when his upcoming project lands in full. In the meantime, give “2 Sauce” a go and sound off below.
You know who call the shots, from the bottom, but now we on top
How was you still sleep? Now they lovin’, used to hate me
And my kicks clean, ain’t nobody ever had these
