Polo G is one of those rappers who is in a weird spot in his career. The Chicago, Illinois multi-talented product has put out some of the bigger hits of the late 2010s. But for most people, his style is becoming stale. Everything down to the flows, production, and topical focus, what made him pop off is not hitting the same anymore. Hopefully, Polo G can continue to win listeners back with “Heavy Heart.”
This track comes courtesy of the YouTube channel 4 Shooters Only. They are known for their hit series From The Block, which sees your favorite artists rap passionately in random locations. In this case, Polo G is performing “Heavy Heart” at his gorgeous home with rows of expensive cars. Fun fact, DDG, YouTuber and fellow rapper, recently filmed a vlog for his channel and he and Polo G took a look around at his “$3 million” car collection.
For Polo G, “Heavy Heart” is not the only time he has collaborated with 4 Shooters Only. From what we can find, this is his second appearance. His last time on the channel was for “Diaries Of A Solder / Luh Da Raq” about a year ago. Interestingly though, neither of his three offerings have become streaming releases. For now, the only release in “Sorrys & Ferraris,” which dropped on February 16. HOOD POET, the next rumored project, still does not have a solid date yet, so who knows when that will happen.
What are your thoughts on this brand-new song, “Heavy Heart,” by Polo G? Do you think he should release this performance as a single, why or why not? Is this one of his better offerings as of late, why or why not? Do you think an album is on the way soon? We would like to hear what you have to say, so be sure to leave your takes in the comments section. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest news surrounding Polo G. Finally, stay with us for the most informative song posts throughout the week.
Quotable Lyrics:
I’m the hottest in this s***, even in the snowin’ winter From them Chiraq streets, land of the coldest killers Had a late blossom, now they can’t stop him They barely show love to me, still fix they problems Got murderin’ thugs with me, walk up, face shot ’em Feel better with drugs in me to help face trauma
Polo G has put some distance between himself and his last album, 2021’s Hall Of Fame, and as he prepares to release his first new album in three years with Hood Poet, the Chicago rapper takes one last look in the rearview with its first single, “Sorrys & Ferraris.” While he reflects on when he “used to chase a bag on that curb,” he celebrates the fact that his “life is like a party now.”
Naturally, the video sees Polo commandeer a fleet of the titular sports cars, which race down the roadway as scenes from Polo’s party life play out. In addition to burning rubber on the asphalt, he’s seen beaches, birthdays, private jets, and more. There’s also a good look at his unique iPhone chain. The Arrad-directed video is simple but effective, as befits the rapper’s low-key personality.
Although Hood Poet was initially scheduled for a September release last year, Polo held off on dropping the album. “I’mma be postponing my album drop ’til further notice,” he explained in a message to fans on social media. “Just getting back on track from a minor setback… it’ll be worth the wait. I promise.” And while he characterized the cause of the delay as a “minor setback,” if it was related at all to his arrest last year on kidnapping, robbery, and assault charges, it doesn’t sound like that setback was so minor. However, it looks like things are back on track, as he told TMZ he’s looking forward to an August release for Hood Poet.
The search party to track Polo G’s whereabouts can officially be called off. Firstly, the “Barely Holdin’ On” rapper was spotted attending Uproxx’s 2024 GrammysThe Labels Brunch, in partnership with Verve Records. However, there are still a few lingering questions from supporters.
Why was Polo G’s album Hood Poet delayed? When will Hood Poet officially drop? What’s next for Polo G? Well, thanks to Polo G’s latest post on Instagram, the public now knows the latter. According to the upload, this Friday, February 16, Polo G is back to business as usual with a new single titled “Sorrys & Ferraris.”
“Everybody say they sorrys now [black heart emoji],” he wrote. “S&F [out on] 2/16.”
It is unclear if this upcoming record will restart Polo G’s album rollout schedule. This song could just be a loosie to hold his famished fans, to which they will gladly nibble. But after some digging, it appears that the expected release date has been updated on Apple Music’s pre-save page for Hood Poet. The new date under the highly anticipated album is August 2. Still, Polo G hasn’t seemed to confirm this on any of his social media pages.
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So, for now, Polo G fans will have to hold out until February 16 for more details.
“Sorrys & Ferraris” is out 2/16 via Sony. Find more information here.
As the 2024 Grammy weekend unfolded, a fusion of music royalty, industry executives, and rising stars converged at an exclusive Beverly Hills penthouse for an event that will undoubtedly linger in the memory of attendees and fans alike. Hosted by the dynamic trio of G-Herbo, Polo G., and Hotblock JMoe, ‘The Labels Brunch’ brought together an eclectic mix of talent, energy, and surprises, painting an unforgettable portrait of the current hip-hop landscape.
The scene was set atop a luxurious rooftop, offering panoramic views of the sprawling city below. The exclusive gathering unfolded, with a buzzing red carpet welcoming guests into the lavish atmosphere. G-Herbo, a magnetic presence on and off the stage, commanded attention on the red carpet, exuding charisma and style. Alongside him, Polo G. and Hotblock JMoe immersed themselves in the festivities, joined by a constellation of fellow artists, industry insiders, and VIPs.
Too Short Shows Up
Among the many highlights that punctuated the afternoon, one unexpected moment stole the spotlight: the surprise appearance of Oakland’s own, Too Short. As he took the stage, the crowd erupted into applause, stunned by the cameo from the hip-hop legend.
While the dice table beckoned with its promise of excitement, Hotblock JMoe took the opportunity to tease fans with a preview of his upcoming music, adding an extra layer of anticipation to the event. The atmosphere crackled with creativity and camaraderie as artists mingled, exchanged ideas, and celebrated the vibrant tapestry of hip-hop culture.
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If one were to encapsulate the essence of the evening in a headline, it would undoubtedly read: “G-Herbo and Polo G headline stunning event.” Their magnetic presence, coupled with the surprises elevated ‘The Labels Brunch’ to a league of its own, leaving an indelible mark on the 2024 Grammy weekend and beyond.
Grammys Week is always a chaotic time in Los Angeles. In addition to preparations for the “Biggest Night In Music,” it’s a time when all the producers, managers, writers, publicists, assistants, and A&Rs finally come together in one place to catch up and plot the year ahead at a host of gatherings, from exclusive listening events to rooftop brunches — like The Labels Brunch, hosted by Uproxx and Velcro Records at the Remington in Beverly Hills and produced by Powerhouse Agency.
Taking over the stately penthouse, the Labels Brunch brought together a collection of some of music’s hottest up-and-coming acts for drinks, food, music, casino games, and the premiere of the music video for “To The Grave,” a new single from Polo G with G Herbo and Velcro Records artist HotBlock Jmoe. Also in attendance were rising stars like Backwood Brat, Domani, Fresco Trey, Kalan.FrFr, Journey Montana, MAF Teeski, Smiley, Tyla Yaweh, and YK Osiris, as well as rap pioneers like Too Short and Erick Sermon.
The brunch continued until well after sunset, as guests enjoyed some of LA’s finest catering courtesy of the Goldwing Group and DJ sets provided by Red Cup Nation. Special thanks go to Last Wave Entertainment, August Shore, Happy Dad, Fire, and Don Londres. Check out photos and videos from the Labels Brunch below.
Rappers are plenty willing to buy nice things for themselves and that’s extra true when it comes to jewelry. The push for more elaborate and expensive jewelry in rap goes back decades and still has plenty of participants. But that doesn’t mean rappers don’t occasionally flex their generosity. It’s common to see artists share videos of gifts they get for friends and family members. But if the present is elaborate enough sometimes they’ll even flex what they’re getting for each other.
Over the weekend, rapper Polo G will turn 25 and he’s already out celebrating. In a new video making the rounds online, his friend and fellow rapper Lil Tjay gives him a special birthday gift. It’s a Patek watch and one that Polo is clearly a big fan of given his reaction. In the comments, the fans shout out both rappers for sticking together despite their respective breakthroughs. “It’s dope to still see them cool, coming in the game together young and still going up together is rare considering they’re not a duo,” the top comment on the post reads. Check out the video of Polo G getting his birthday gift below.
Earlier this year, Lil Tjay returned with his new album 222. It’s his first new project since 2021’s Destined 2 Win. The album contains hits like “Project Walls,” with NBA Youngboy, “2 Grown,” with The Kid LAROI, and “June 22nd.” The album also features appearances from Summer Walker, Fivio Foreign, Jadakiss, Coco Jones, and of course Polo G.
A few weeks ago Lil Tjay shared his appreciation for the holiday season. He teamed up with Fivio Foreign to share a drill take on the festive classic “Last Christmas.” The short song racked up nearly two million views on YouTube across the holiday season and likely got slipped surprisingly into some holiday playlists. What do you think of Lil Tjay getting Polo G a Patek for his 25th birthday? Let us know in the comment section below.
Anybody who thought the vinyl resurgence was just a fad was mistaken: The industry has experienced a legitimate revival. As a result, music fans are interested in physical media in ways they may not have if the decades-old medium hasn’t made a comeback. That doesn’t mean everybody is listening to just their parents’ old music, though. That’s part of it, sure, thanks to rereleases that present classic albums in new ways. A vital part of the renewed vinyl wave, though, is new projects being released as records, of which there are plenty.
Whatever you might be into, each month brings a new slew of vinyl releases that has something for everybody. Some stand out above the rest, naturally, so check out some of our favorite vinyl releases of November below.
Snoop Dogg (who’s still smoking weed, by the way) is celebrating 30 years of his iconic debut album, Doggystyle, with a new reissue. This is a cool one, too: Aside from being available in a number of color variants, it features “Gz Up Hoes Down,” which was exclusively available on the album’s initial 100,000 units in 1993, making it sought after.
The Beatles — 1962-1966 (‘The Red Album’) and 1967-1970 (‘The Blue Album’)
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“Now And Then” is the headlining new Beatles release of the year, but the legendary group also delivered some compelling reissues of two classic compilation albums. The new versions of the collections come with expanded tracklists (which includes “Now And Then”), all pressed on bold-colored, semi-translucent vinyl with stereo mixes. And if you just want the new (and final) Beatles song on vinyl, don’t worry, that’s also available in multiple formats.
The Beths – Expert In A Dying Field (Bandbox Exclusive)
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If you’re not following what Bandbox is doing in the vinyl space, you better get on board. The Minneapolis-based company is announcing exclusive pressings and zines from a variety of artists on a weekly basis, and our favorite of their recent announcements is this lovely pink and green pressing of The Beths’ killer Expert In A Dying Field. It’s available for pre-order now, as well as recently announced offerings from the likes of Braid and Grizzly Bear.
Various Artists — Barbie The Album (VMP Designer Edition) and Barbie The Album (VMP Kendom Edition)
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Barbie was the movie of the year, but it had the soundtrack of the year, too. Given that Barbie as a brand has been a merchandising titan for decades now, the vinyl editions of the soundtrack are packed with goodies, and they come in both Designer and Kendom flavors via our friends at Vinyl Me, Please.
As part of Record Store Day’s Black Friday celebration earlier this month, Legacy Recordings dropped a series of reissues. It’s hard to call their Polo G offering a reissue, though: They pressed Die A Legend on “black ice” colored vinyl, which is actually the first time the multi-platinum album has ever been available on vinyl. So, if this is one you’ve been waiting to put on your turntable, you finally can.
Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab is in the midst of a very cool reissue series with LA icons Van Halen, and the self-titled debut is a great place to start. The company describes the restoration process as “painstaking,” mastered from the original analog tapes onto MoFi’s supervinyl. When you turn up “Running With The Devil” and “Eruption” to their max volume, you’ll be hearing Eddie’s trademark guitar as well as ever.
Public Enemy — It Takes A Nation Of Millions To Hold Us Back (35th Anniversary Edition)
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It Takes A Nation Of Millions To Hold Us Back is an iconic release in early hip-hop history, and this year, it celebrates 35 trips around the sun. Now there’s a 4LP reissue that comes with new liner notes via Chuck D, Flavor Flav, Q-Tip, and Questlove, quite the foursome offering insight on an important hip-hop milestone.
Explosions In The Sky — Those Who Tell The Truth Shall Die, Those Who Tell The Truth Shall Live Forever (Anniversary Edition) and The Earth Is Not A Cold Dead Place (Anniversary Edition)
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Post-rock mainstays Explosions In The Sky are reissuing two of their most classic pieces of early work, and this is actually the first time either LP is available on colored vinyl. Both colorings do a terrific job at highlighting the distinct album cover art, and the albums have been remastered for this release, too.
Ten was a huge debut album for Pearl Jam, and they crushed it with its follow-up, Ten, too: It was their first No. 1 album and it hung into that top spot for five weeks. It’s been 30 years since that album dropped, and now Eddie Vedder and company are reissuing it in a number of different configurations; Pictured above is the 2LP “dreamsicle” configuration available via the band’s Ten Club, while other editions are available elsewhere.
Up was a turning point for R.E.M., as the group’s 11th album saw them without their founding drummer, Bill Berry, for the first time. It’s already been 25 years since then, so they’ve given the album a fresh coat of paint with a new remaster of the LP, and the band also has T-shirts and other cool merch to complement your vinyl purchase.
Social Distortion — Mommy’s Little Monster (40th Anniversary Reissue)
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Mommy’s Little Monster, Social Distortion’s 40-year-old debut album, can now be yours via some pretty neat vinyl reissues. The album has been remastered from the original analog tapes, and there’s also a variety of limited-edition colorways to choose from, all of which are lovely.
Daft Punk — Random Access Memories (Drumless Edition)
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Random Access Memories is a classic of its era, but it sounds completely different if you get rid of the drums. That’s something Daft Punk wanted to explore with a new “Drumless Edition” of the 2013 album. Aside from being a new way to experience this awesome project, the stark white cover art is just so, so clean.
In his review of Victor, Uproxx’s Aaron Williams wrote, “Victor gives listeners exactly what it says on the tin: A holistic look at an artist who’s come into his own at last. Vic had to go through everything he did to mature enough as an artist to synthesize those experiences into an honest, unfiltered summation of himself. This is his real autobiography — it was worth the wait.” Now, it’s available to spin at home, and includes an option for a signed copy.
Dylan’s 1978 world tour were his first international shows since 1966, making them a special event for those audiences. The run included his first appearances in Japan, and now we have a deluxe box set that chronicles two full shows recorded at Tokyo’s Nippon Budokan Hall on February 28 and March 1, 1978. Ultimately, there are 36 previously unreleased recordings here, making it a must for hardcore Dylan fans. Check out Steven Hyden’s review of the collection, and look below for your own physical copy.
Polo G has recently initiated a lawsuit against two concert promoters and is seeking compensation amounting to nearly $500,000. The Chicago rapper is contending that the promoters misled the public with fraudulent advertising of live performances that were never intended to transpire. Beyond the financial ramifications, Polo G asserts that these deceptive practices have inflicted harm on both his brand and reputation within the music industry.
Polo G Takes Legal Action
Polo G has taken legal action against promoters J. Noah B.V. and Jozef Wanno, filing a lawsuit demanding nearly $500,000.
According to Radar Online, the lawsuit alleges that the promoters falsely claimed to be booking agents and promoters, deceiving the public by advertising live performances that were never intended to happen. Polo G asserts that these false advertisements have caused financial harm and damaged his brand and reputation in the music industry.
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According to the lawsuit, the “Epidemic” rapper had agreed with the defendants to perform overseas.
The contract stated that he would be paid $495,000 for ten performances. However, Polo G claims that the promoters failed to fulfill their obligations. The lawsuit reveals that the rapper received only $100,000, missing the $123,000 payment deadline, and never received the remaining $23,000 or any of the promised installment payments.
Despite informing the defendants that the performances would not be happening, Polo G alleges that they continued to advertise the events. The rapper asserts that the false advertisements and misuse of his name have caused significant harm to his brand.
Polo G’s lawsuit seeks unspecified damages for the financial losses and damage to his reputation.
Polo G’s Brother’s Legal Woes
Other news involving Polo G was his brother, Taurean Bartlett, being arrested and charged with the murder of a 20-year-old man that took place in June 2023. He is currently facing felony murder charges, along with a first-degree residential robbery charge from August 2023.
In August 2023, law enforcement raided the Chicago native’s home in Los Angeles as part of a robbery investigation targeting his brother, Taurean Bartlett. Polo G was handcuffed and taken into custody.
G Herbo Sues His Former Manager
In a similar vein, fellow Chicago rapper G Herbo recently filed a lawsuit against his former manager and label, Machine Entertainment, for $8.4 million. G Herbo claimed his contract was manipulated when he was a teenager, leading to the multi-million dollar dispute.
Polo G’s brother, TrenchBaby, is facing charges of murder. Trench Baby is currently in custody, facing felony murder charges, and law enforcement authorities suspect this may not be his first offense, as he has also been charged with first-degree residential robbery for an August 2023 incident.
Unfortunate Fate
Taurean Bartlett, Polo G’s brother, has been charged with the murder of 20-year-old Dashaun Berry. The incident occurred in the early morning hours of June 10, 2023, in a North Hollywood parking lot.
Polo G’s brother, Trench Baby, has been charged with murder in a Drive-By Shooting Case pic.twitter.com/wr0hJ9P55q
Berry was found at the scene with fatal gunshot wounds. Bartlett, also known as Trench Baby, is now sitting in a jail cell, facing felony murder charges.
Law enforcement authorities have reason to believe this might not be Bartlett’s first offense. In addition to the murder charge, he has also been charged with first-degree residential robbery for an incident that occurred on Aug. 15.
What Are The Other Charges?
Furthermore, Bartlett faces an additional charge of dissuading a witness by force or threat, stemming from a Sept. 10 incident. These charges paint a troubling picture of Bartlett’s involvement in criminal activities.
Currently, Bartlett remains in custody without bail. Despite the serious allegations against him, there has been no response from Bartlett’s representatives or his brother, Polo G.
The search warrant was also related to his brother, Trench Baby. This incident further adds to the ongoing legal troubles surrounding Polo G’s family.
Blac Youngsta’s Tragic Loss
On a somber note, fellow rapperBlac Youngsta is mourning the loss of his younger brother, who was shot and killed in South Memphis. The incident occurred near the BP Gas Station on South Parkway East, leaving the hip-hop community shaken once again.
Polo G’s brother Trench Baby now faces charges of felony murder for an alleged drive-by shooting on June 10 in Los Angeles. Moreover, authorities recently arrested Baby– real name Taurean Bartlett- based on accusations that he took the life of 20-year-old Dashaun Berry in a North Hollywood parking lot, according to TMZ Hip Hop. Law enforcement authorities reportedly told the outlet that paramedics pronounced the young man dead at the scene at around 1:30AM, when they found him with gunshot wounds. Amidst these developments, Taurean Bartlett awaits his fate in a jail cell; we’ll see how his court case plays out, if at all.
Furthermore, police also claim that this alleged incident is what preceded various other crimes that Polo G’s brother is accused of. Reportedly, they both engaged in these worrisome behaviors, although not much has developed in the case since an August arrest. For example, Trench Baby also faces charges of first-degree residential robbery that supposedly took place on August 15. In the same case, and with the same man, he also allegedly dissuaded a witness by force or threat around September 10.
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – NOVEMBER 03: Polo G performs with DaBaby In Concert at Irving Plaza on November 03, 2022 in New York City. (Photo by Johnny Nunez/WireImage/Getty Images)
When these claims around these crimes started to surface following police investigation, authorities took custody of Polo G and his brother in August. They found them at their Los Angeles home, and Trench Baby in particular has no bail option while in prison. His familial Chicago MC partner, though, seems to have avoided significant jail time here through bail, and doesn’t seem initially tied to the murder of Berry. As such, it looks like Baby’s lack of bail is specifically for this alleged drive-by shooting. They also faces accusations of punching a woman in the face at a Burbank studio altercation, but prosecutors dismissed charges for this due to there not being enough evidence.
Meanwhile, this legal trouble might’ve caused Polo G to delay the release of his next album by a considerable amount. Surely he and his family are quite concerned for Taurean, yet it’s too early to call how this case will pan out. These are pretty heft accusations and charges, and might not be easy to avoid whether or not they’re accurate. For more news and the latest updates on Trench Baby’s situation, come back to HNHH.
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