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Grandmaster Flash Praises GloRilla’s “F.N.F.”

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Grandmaster Flash recently had some enthusiastic praise for GloRilla’s hit song, “F.N.F. (Let’s Go).” Moreover, HipHopDX caught him at the 65th Grammy Awards this year and asked him if he heard the Memphis rising star. Not only did Flash acknowledge her current dominance in the game, but confessed that his children had tried to get him to listen to Glo. Of course, the interviewer took the chance to play him the song right there on the red carpet. As the hip-hop legend bobbed his head, laughed and hummed along to the track, one can tell he enjoyed himself. If the reaction didn’t solidify it, his subsequent words sure will.

“Okay GloRilla! This s**t sounds like fun too,” he exclaimed. “She’s talking shit and she’s having fun which is what Hip Hop should be. Word up! Okay, my kids… They were right.” In fact, just moments after hearing her for the first time, the two MCs performed together on the Grammys stage for hip-hop’s 50th anniversary celebration. Alongside legends like Rakim and Scarface, and with current titans like Lil Baby and Lil Uzi Vert, they blessed the awards ceremony with a bombastic tribute to the genre.

Grandmaster Flash Reacts To GloRilla’s Breakout Hit

However, this isn’t the first time that Grandmaster Flash gave his flowers to the new generation recently, particularly the new wave of female rappers. A few months ago, Coi Leray released her single “Players,” which samples the classic rap track “The Message.” Moreover, Flash had nothing but positive words to say about the flip of his classic track, made alongside The Furious Five. Also, they had dinner in New York City in November and had a great time. He even gave Coi a custom hoodie with the phrase “Girls Are Players Too” emblazoned in it. Some might see it as a bit backhanded, but Leray took it as a compliment nonetheless.

“It was nice meetin Coi,” Flash captioned his post recapping their meet-up. “We chopped it up about Life, Music, the Business and she comes back with great answers — the Lady knows what she wants. Had a blast with her, until next time kid Watch out for her @coileray.” For her part, the Trendsetter artist spoke on how Flash’s energy resulted in her first No. 1 hit. “This guy, he can give me a lot of knowledge if you really think about it,” she shared. “That song was so big and I do know how much that it impacted Hip-Hop. I thought it was dope how humble he is. He’s very positive and I love positive energy.” Stick around on HNHH for the latest on Grandmaster Flash, GloRilla, Coi Leray, and more generational respect and love in the game.

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Bun B Shares 10 Hip-Hop Songs For Young Rap Fans

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When legends talk about the “kids these days,” it’s usually a two-way street of negativity. However, one of rap music’s most enduring and important legends is using his experience to actually engage with and educate the next generation. Moreover, in a new feature with XXL, Bun B shared ten hip-hop songs for young rap fans to discover.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – DECEMBER 07: Bun B attends Trillstatik 2Live Recording Session on December 07, 2022 in New York City. (Photo by Johnny Nunez/WireImage)

Furthermore, the Texas legend’s knowledge, talent, skill, taste, and experience regarding hip-hop is like gospel. Funnily enough, the rapper is a guest lecturer at Rice University in Houston, where he co-taught a Hip-Hop and Religion course. In honor of the genre’s 50th anniversary this year, the 49-year-old MC shared ten rap cuts that he finds important for the next generation. Also, he encouraged listeners to keep an open mind, as the genre’s always evolving.

That being said, here’s the list. Starting in the year 1990 is “We’re All In The Same Gang” by the West Coast All-Stars. Later, he shouted out the classic 1991 Geto Boys cut, “Mind Playing Tricks On Me.” Also from ’91, he mentioned “A Bird In The Hand” by Ice Cube and “Be A Father To Your Child” from Ed O.G. & Da Bulldogs.

Following that is E-40 and The Click’s “Drought Season” from ’92 and “Mr. Big” by 8Ball & MJG from ’93. In addition, he gave another Southern nod to Goodie Mob’s 1995 hit, “Soul Food.” Then, interestingly, came two songs featuring the one and only Tupac Shakur. First, there’s his classic ’95 track “Dear Mama” and 1997’s “Smile” where he featured with Scarface.

Finally, Bun B had to tip his hat to Nelly’s 2000 smash, “Country Grammar,” which he admitted he disliked initially. Moreover, each pick has its own write-up courtesy of the UGK legend, so click here to check his thoughts out. While all his reflections are engaging, his words on “Smile” and “Country Grammar” in particular are quite compelling.

Still, what did you think of Bun B’s list of ten hip-hop songs for the younger generation? Whatever the case, let us know in the comments down below. Also, as always, check back in with HNHH for more advice, recommendations, and wisdom from the hip-hop game’s greatest exponents.

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