Earlier this week, Joey Badass took to Instagram to share a new snippet of music with fans. But the track had a very different feel than what many are expecting when he drops new music. It followed in the footsteps of his song “Fallin’” last year which took his sound in a more R&B-influenced direction. The new preview sounds similar even making use of electronic vocal effects and auto-tune over Joey’s singing. But fans expecting more straightforward rap music flooded the comments with their opinions.
In response to the negative reaction, Denzel Curry came to Joey’s defense. The two have crossed paths musically before, teaming up for the fan-favorite “Zenith,” a standout cut from Curry’s 2016 album Imperial. Curry took to Twitter to stand up for Joey’s right to expand his range artistically. “I Support my brother Joey Bada$$ new Art and you shouldn’t hold people back for trying new things if you like 1999 then go listen to 1999 it’s on streaming platforms,” his tweet reads. Even then some fans still tried to come into the comments dissing Joey’s new output though some of the most popular replies are in support of both artists. Check out the full tweet and fan reactions to it below.
I Support my brother Joey Bada$$ new Art and you shouldn’t hold people back for trying new things if you like 1999 then go listen to 1999 it’s on streaming platforms
Last month, Joey Badass also had to weather some breakup rumors. He and girlfriend Serayah were rumored to be over when she was spotted by cameras hitting the town with somebody else. But once all the smoke cleared that somebody proved to be a musical collaborator and she took to social media to confirm she was very much still committed to Joey.
Denzel Curry spent the second half of 2023 keeping his hot streak of bangers alive. He shared new tracks like “SKED” and “WOO” with PlayThatBoiZay and Chief Pound that had fans pouring out praise. What do you think of Denzel Curry’s response to those hating on Joey Badass’ new song? Let us know in the comment section below.
Joey Bada$$ will always be one of those artists that so many people want to hear from. That is because he is a top-tier writer, picks great beats, and brings so much passion to what he creates. Additionally, he is always trying new things. That can be a double-edged sword for a lot of people, however. Change can be a scary thing, even for the artist. But, Joey is embracing that challenge with his upcoming single. Yes, the 28-year-old is finally coming out with some new solo material.
According to numerous sources, including AllHipHop, Joey is teaming up with the very underrated KayCyy for “Passports & Suitcases.” It is coming this Friday, January 19, coincidentally one day before the New York spitter’s birthday. He teased the song and it found him going in his melodic bag. This is not something entirely out of the blue, but he is using more auto-tune on it. While it sounds like a vibe, fans are on the fence about it.
A majority of Joey’s fans are hardcore hip-hop heads and they despise when he strays away from that. One person writes, “Yeah but auto-tune is always going to be s*** no matter how old you get.” Another goes, “[The f***] is happening!? Where [the f***] is Joey?! Where’s the Hip-Hop?” Joey Bada$$ 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.
Fans of 50 Cent’s long-running STARZ television series Power and all of its spin-offs shed some tears recently. One of the favorite characters of many, Unique, played by New York rapper Joey Bada$$, was recently killed off. His role was in the Power Book III: Raising Kanan spin-off. Like the supporters of Kadeem Mathis, Bada$$ was also quite heartbroken about leaving the great cast and crew behind.
In a heartfelt post on Instagram, he said, “ Unique Forever Much love to my @raisingkananstarz family. It was an honor and pleasure. ” Fans have been stunned for a few days now. But, Joey is here to explain why this was the final result. According to HipHopDX, he had a hard time focusing on this gig and his music career.
In a quick chat with TMZ, he explained, “Unfortunately, I do have two careers that I’m balancing. So I had to go on tour, and we just kinda couldn’t make it work.” He went further, revealing that his supporters can expect some new material very soon. “New music is coming, definitely soon. This month, actually. This is my birthday month, so I’m definitely gon’ put something out in a couple weeks.” Joey turns 29 on the 20th. Above is an old preview of a track which could be the song he was referring to.
What are your initial thoughts on Joey Bada$$’s reasoning for deciding to leave Power Book III: Raising Kanan? Are you excited about new music from him this month? Was Unique your favorite character from the show? If he does return to acting, what kind of role should he take on next time and why? Does this mean we could get a new album this year? We would like to hear what you have to say about all of this. With that in mind, be sure to leave all of your hottest takes in the comments section below. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest news surrounding Joey Bada$$. Finally, stay with us for everything else going on around the music world.
Rumors that Serayah and Joey Bada$$ have broken up have circulated online as Serayah was spotted with an unknown man. The pair have been an item since the spring after long denying a relationship. However, it appears that they may have gone their separate ways based on the new photos of the Empire actress. Neither party has publicly addressed the speculation at the time of writing.
Fans had a mixed reaction to the potential breakup. “Wait a minute!!!!!! What happened with Joey? Matter fact, we don’t care. Joey single y’all ,” wrote one hopeful fan. “What happened to Joey ??? I was tryna still figure out what happened to Jacob latimore,” another asked, referring to one of Serayah’s former flames. However, some fans were surprised that she had seemingly moved on so quickly. “Can somebody PLEASE tell me where yall get these “healed hearts” from within 5-7 business days after a breakup?!!! I be down a few years for therapy and recovery time! I must be doing something wrong!” one person lamented.
If Serayah and Joey Bada$$ have broken up, then winter 2023 has truly become the season of breakups. Cardi B was reduced to tears during an Instagram Live session in which she discussed her relationship with Offset and the recent scenes from the rapper’s birthday party. “He likes to play games with me. He knows that I’m at my house because he knows I am not doing my most. I’ve been sparing you, b-tch a– n-gga. Your b-tch a– album is sh-t. F-cking doing me d-rty after so many years that I helped your motherf-cking a–. Not even a f-cking thank you,” A clearly emotional Cardi said.
The rant came after TMZ reported on Offset’s wild birthday party. The former Migos rapper was seen surrounded by women and reportedly partied until 5am. Prior to her livestream, Cardi took to X, formerly Twitter, to address her husband. “Mufukas will try you when you at ya lowest and your most vulnerable time. You out here feeling yourself but trust me the tables turn. @OffsetYRN you a b-tch a– n-gga… and trust me imma f-ckin take it there!” she wrote in a series of posts.
Joey Bada$$ is making a positive impact by launching a mentoring program called Impact MENtorship for young Black and Puerto Rican men in the United States. The Brooklyn rapper joins the movement for Black achievement, which aims to provide career guidance and personal support through this program to help uplift these individuals. Introducing Impact MENtorship […]
Born in London and raised in New York, Rome Streetz is one of the most underrated lyrical masters in the rap game. Since the mid to late 2010s, he has been a consistent material dropper, yet he continues to fly under the radar. But, he is having a big 2023 for those who are not aware. He has been a part of many collaboration singles in addition to quite a few albums. Streetz will be featured on another Westside Gunn project as well. He will be one of the many guests on the sequel to Gunn’s 2020 release, Pray for Paris. And Then You Pray For Me is due on October 13 and you will be able to hear more heat from that frequent duo soon.
Furthermore, his solo output has also been high. Streetz will be dropping another album at some point before the end of the year. It will be a part of his Noise Kandy series, with the fifth installment coming out next. Streetz’s lead single, “Hell Backwards,” just last Friday (September 15).
Listen To “Fire At Ya Idle Mind” From Rome Streetz And Joey Bada$$
Now, he is already back with another taste of the album with “Fire At Ya Idle Mind.” Both he and Joey trade fantastic verses. Some of Streetz’s pen game can be found below. The chemistry is great here and you would not even know that this is their first song together. The beat is also sinister and is provided by Brooklyn producer Wavy Da Ghawd. This next album should be a doozy.
What are your initial thoughts on this brand new single, “Fire At Ya Idle Mind,” from Rome Streetz and Joey Bada$$? Who has the best rap performance here? Is Rome Streetz one of the best lyricists in the game right now? We want to hear what you have to say about all of this. With that in mind, be sure to leave all of your thoughts and opinions in the comments section below. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the hottest song releases, as well as all of the latest breaking news around the music world.
Quotable Lyrics:
Ambition to get it all, ’cause broke is brother to miserable Death is they daddy; if you dumb, then you prob’ly missed a jewel (Stupid) This is school for fools seekin’ inspiration A cool masterclass in murder, don’t accept no cheap imitations (Nah) Your chick chasin’, let the knees with chafin’ You know the steez: after I hit her with D, she passed the Chase PIN (Money)
Joey Bada$$ and Serayah are quite the dynamic duo these days, becoming one of the most wholesome and beloved romantic presences in celebrity pop culture and social media. What’s more is that both can pull off some incredibly stylish fits, as they recently proved for New York Fashion Week. Moreover, as the two made their way around the city, multiple photos show the immaculately matched leather looks they rocked. The New York MC wore a gray shirt underneath his dark brown jacket and pants, pulling it all together with dress shoes and big chains. On the other hand, the actress and singer wore a lighter-brown skirt and jacket to match.
Of course, this is far from the first time Joey Badass and Serayah have impressed onlookers with their style. Actually, it’s kind of wild to think that the couple started off denying relationship rumors, and now get so much love on social media. Sometimes, as much as you try to deny things as a public figure, people’s common and sixth senses ring too true. Regardless, it’s heartening that things worked out well for them.
Meanwhile, both are hard at work on their careers, with the Pro Era rapper recently reflecting on how meeting with Jay-Zchanged his course for the better at the age of 17. “Get the f**k outta here,” Joey Badass said at the time. “Yo, I’m 17, and I already accomplished my wildest dream. [The $1M] came the year after. I remember going up in that elevator like, ‘If I’m meeting with Jay right now, I can do anything.’” In addition, he also explained how Hov’s book DECODED inspired him to become more independent as an artist and set his goals more clearly.
Whereas Joey looked back recently, his boo made a step forward, releasing the EP Flutter last month. Maybe we’ll see direct collabs between the two artists in the future, which would be a very exciting and fitting opportunity. If not, at least we can always count on them to delight fans by showing them that love is more than a feeling. For more news and the latest updates on Joey Badass and Serayah, stay posted on HNHH.
This past Friday, Statik Selektah released his 10th studio album, Round Trip. The Massachusetts producer’s albums tend to boast impressive guest features and collaborations from both mainstream and underground hip hop’s most notable names. “Life & Times” ft. Joey Badass stands as an immediate highlight of the project. Their history together dates back to Joey’s come-up in the early 2010s. Oftentimes, Statik serves as Joey Badass’ tour DJ but their chemistry also bleeds deep into their respective catalogs. And each time Joey Badass and Statik Selektah connect, they uphold the same high standard they developed over a decade ago.
While Joey has appeared on every Statik Selektah album since 2013’s Extended Play, Statik’s also contributed production to each of Joey Bada$$’s projects from the beginning including 1999 and Summer Knights. From there, Statik also lent his talents to the Pro Era crew and later, produced multiple songs on Joey Bada$$’s landmark debut album, 2015’sB4.DA.$$. As evidenced by Round Trip and Joey Bada$$’s 2022 album, 2000, they continue to work closely with one another.
In honor of their latest collaboration, we’ve compiled a list of Joey Badass and Statik Selektah’s best songs together. Some are tracks that solely feature vocals from Joey Bada$$ while others include the assistance of other revered MCs.
7. “Beautiful Life” (2015)
2015 was a prolific year for both Joey Badass and Statik Selektah. The Brooklyn rapper released his highly-anticipated debut, B4.DA.$$, and Statik Selektah released his Lucky 7 album, which the two both worked on together. Joey Bada$$ appears on three different songs on Lucky 7, contributing a solo track and a collaboration with Big K.R.I.T. However, the album’s lead single, “Beautiful Life” is one of the most exciting moments on Statik’s 2015 opus. The song samples Chaka Khan’s “Fate” from 1981 and is more upbeat than the average Statik beat. The instrumental is perfect for Action Bronson and Joey Bada$$ to toast to their accomplishments and celebrate their successes. The song’s triumphant vibe is accurately captured in the song’s music video, shot on a boat in Croatia.
“Slum Villain” is one of two strong features that Joey Bada$$ contributes to Statik Selektah’s 2014 album, What Goes Around. The album’s production leans heavily on its jazz influence, which can be heard on tracks like “Slum Villain.” Joey has the song to himself and glides over the jazzy instrumental while Statik provides his signature scratches toward the end.
5. “Carry On” (2014)
“Carry On” is the other song from What Goes Around that features Joey Bada$$. This time, Statik and Joey are joined by Freddie Gibbs. Much like “Slum Villain,” the instrumental is jazz-influenced and features a saxophone that provides the main melody. Joey sets things off with his skillful wordplay while Freddie incorporates different flows as he floats over the instrumental. Both verses are so strong that neither rapper gets outshined.
Statik Selektah’s 2020 album, The Balancing Act, featured multiple Joey Bada$$ features, both of which are arguably the album’s best moments. The album’s lead single “Keep It Moving” is a definitive highlight, featuring Joey alongside Nas and Gary Clark Jr. The two rappers go back and forth, showing that Joey is deserving of legend status while Nas proves that his skills transcend age. The instrumental is euphoric as Gary Clark Jr. provides a beautiful melody over the beat that continuously progresses throughout the duration of the song.
3. “Bird’s Eye View” (2013)
Joey Bada$$ had proven his ability to hang with the legends long before “Keep It Moving.” His first appearance on a Statik Selektah album was 2013’s “Bird’s Eye View.” Over a soulful instrumental from Statik, each rapper picks up where the previous one left off in their verse. Raekwon starts things off with his slick flow and Joey Bada$$ comes through with his choppy wordplay before Black Thought delivers a jaw-dropping verse for two minutes straight. While Black Thought’s verse takes up the majority of the song, “Bird’s Eye View” is a memorable collaboration between multiple hip-hop generations.
A B4.DA.$$ highlight, “Curry Chicken” is a taste of home. The song is about Joey working to get his career going, putting in work on tour but always making time to come home for the holidays. He raps about the path he has taken and making his family proud. The Statik Selektah beat has a vintage sound to it and Joey shines lyrically.
1. “Save The Children” (2015)
The opening song on B4.DA.$$, “Save The Children” is the perfect introduction. Over a glorious instrumental produced by Statik Selektah, Joey Bada$$ is at his most charismatic. The horns on the beat and record scratches combine the retro sounds of Joey and Statik, building on already-strong chemistry.
Throughout this past decade, Joey Badass (stylized “Joey Bada$$”) has built himself one of hip hop’s strongest discographies. He is considered one of the best rappers of the 2010s and is well-deserving of that title. Joey has a music catalog to prove that he is one of the best and has cosigns from many different hip hop legends. He came up as a member of Pro Era alongside Capital STEEZ, Kirk Knight, CJ Fly, Nyck Caution, and others. So far, Joey Badass has released only three studio albums, two mixtapes, and an EP. He has consistently put out great songs with a “quality over quantity” approach.
This list ranks Joey Badass’s studio albums and mixtapes from worst to best. This list excludes Pro Era albums, mixtapes, and the Beast Coast album. Because Joey is so consistent, placing albums at the bottom is challenging, which speaks to just how strong his catalog is. Look at the list below, which starts at No. 5 and works its way up to Joey Badass’s best album.
5. 2000 (2022)
Last year marked the tenth anniversary of Joey’s debut mixtape, 1999, a very impactful project now considered a classic. Following a five-year gap between albums, Joey Badass released his third studio album, 2000, commemorating a decade of success. It is a stellar project but does not quite match the quality of his other albums in terms of both songwriting and production. Though 2000 does not stack up to his better albums, it has many standout songs. What makes it a unique album is that it comes from the perspective of Joey as an OG in the game. He may have only been 27 when the album was released, but it shows just how long Joey and Pro Era have existed in the scene. Essential Tracks: “Make Me Feel,” “Brand New 911,” ”Zipcodes,” “Head High,” “Survivors Guilt”
4. Summer Knights (2013)
Joey Badass’s second mixtape, 2013’s Summer Knights, is easily his most underrated project. While many view it as inferior to 1999, some of the best Joey Badass songs are on Summer Knights. “Hillary Swank” still remains one of Joey’s best songs. The mixtape doubles down on the throwback ‘90s sound he built his style around. It also included more original production, allowing Joey to find his voice.
He showcased new flows and cadences on the album that would become his signature. Summer Knights is also a significantly more personal project than 1999, following the death of Joey’s close friend and groupmate Capital STEEZ. Songs like “LongLiveSteelo” show a level of vulnerability that Joey had never tapped into previously. Summer Knights is a great mixtape, but its lengthy runtime and particular production choices place it at No. 4. Essential Tracks: “Hillary Swank,” “My Yout,” “Death of YOLO,” “95 Til Infinity,” “Unorthodox”
3. 1999 (2012)
When Joey Bada$$ released his debut mixtape 1999, he was only 17 years old and was still a student at Edward R. Murrow High School in Brooklyn. With this mixtape, Joey and his fellow Pro Era groupmates helped reintroduce the classic boom-bap sound of the 1990s to a new generation. He built his sound around the sounds of the throwback style of instrumentals he chose. Some of these beats were original, while others were just some of Joey’s favorites.
Because not every sound is original and Joey hadn’t found his style yet, 1999 ranks third on this list. Joey managed to sound unique over a preexisting style while clearly emulating his influences, making for a quality mixtape. 1999 is now an all-time classic release and fan favorite that still gets brought up in hip hop discussions today. Essential Tracks: “Waves,” “Survival Tactics,” “Killuminati,” “Hardknock,” “World Domination”
2. ALL-AMERIKKKAN BADA$$ (2017)
Joey Badass’s second studio album, 2017’s ALL-AMERIKKKAN BADA$$, marked a significant change in sound and content for Joey. The production was more polished and musical, departing from the boom-bap-inspired sound many still pigeonhole Joey into. The songs on the album included live instrumentation and featured Joey at his most politically charged. The album’s central themes tackled Black oppression, both the past and present.
Even with the album’s serious messaging, Joey finds balance. There are politically-charged songs like “Babylon” and warm, celebratory tracks with catchy choruses like “Temptation.” Essential Tracks: “Temptation,” “Devastated,” “Rockabye Baby,” “Babylon,” “Legendary.”
1. B4.DA.$$ (2015)
Joey Badass’s first two mixtapes were amazing on their own, but they showed signs of potential that had yet to be unlocked. The mixtapes slowly led up to his highly-anticipated debut album, 2015’s B4.DA.$$, which is easily his best work. The album is phenomenal from top to bottom, balancing different moods and styles while sticking to a cohesive sound. A lot of the best Joey Badass songs are on this album. From the explosive “No. 99” to the nostalgic “Curry Chicken,” Joey showcases his versatility while remaining true to his sound.
B4.DA.$$ is a culmination of all of the best qualities of Joey’s previous releases and is undoubtedly his best album. It is a classic hip hop album and ranks high in his catalog and among the best rap albums of the 2010s. Essential Tracks: “Save The Children,” “Paper Trail$,” “Big Dusty,” “Hazeus View,” “Christ Conscious.”
Overall, Joey Badass has made some quality albums throughout the years, each with amazing songs. He has no bad records but has evolved so much over the years that some albums are more refined. The ranking of Joey’s catalog comes down to whether one prefers a more raw or refined style of rapping and production. Joey Badass started rapping at 17, and now over a decade into his career, he is still only 28 years old and continues to put out great albums. Hopefully, he does not take too long to release more music.
Joey Bada$$ is back with another hit, releasing the new single and video for “Fallin’.”
For the new single, Joey opts for a melodic approach, pairing his vocals with smooth drums and an infectious bassline. In the video, Joey takes a slow descent into his bed, a feeling amplified by his engulfing feeling of falling in love.
Unique Forever 
” Fans have been stunned for a few days now. But, Joey is here to explain why this was the final result. According to HipHopDX, he had a hard time focusing on this gig and his 
,” wrote one hopeful fan. “What happened to Joey ??? I was tryna still figure out what happened to Jacob latimore,” another asked, referring to one of Serayah’s former flames. However, some fans were surprised that she had seemingly moved on so quickly. “Can somebody PLEASE tell me where yall get these “healed hearts” from within 5-7 business days after a breakup?!!! I be down a few years for therapy and recovery time! I must be doing something wrong!” one person lamented. 
