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Nicki Minaj “Pink Friday 2” Production Credits: BNYX, Atl Jacob, Hollywood Cole & More

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Nicki Minaj’s Pink Friday 2 is finally here, and the sonic pallet on display is definitely one of its most standout aspects. Whether you love it or hate it, its airy and dreamy presentation, accentuated by raw percussive elements and plenty of very direct samples and interpolations, fits quite well with the style that she’s going for performance-wise on this project. As such, we’re taking a look at the LP’s production credits. There were many talented beatmakers that went above and beyond on this sequel, and you can tell the effort that they put in to craft their material. Let’s see who could’ve been the key player here.

First off, the opener “Are You Gone Already” is produced by FINNEAS, as it’s a very generous sample of Billie Eilish’s “when the party’s over.” As far as other big names, Boi-1da has a couple of credits on Nicki Minaj’s new album, namely “Needle” featuring Drake (a collab with YogiTheProducer) and “Pink Birthday” (with 116, Apollo Parker, and Fierce). Atl Jacob is anther big name, and probably the most dominant producer on this tracklist. He masterminded “FTCU,” “Fallin 4 U” (with DB!), “Let Me Calm Down” featuring J. Cole (with Hendrix Smoke and Kuji), and the single “Last Time I Saw You.“

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Nicki Minaj’s Pink Friday 2: Stream

Furthermore, that last track was a production collab between him, Alex Bak, Frankie Bash, TooDope!, and Hendrix Smoke. Surely we’ll keep finding things out about these beats as fans are unpacking the potential beef-inducing lyrics on Pink Friday 2. What did you think of this album’s production? Let us know in the comments section down below and check out the full credits down there, too. As always, stick around on HNHH for the latest news and updates on Nicki Minaj.

Production Credits
1. Are You Gone Already (FINNEAS)
2. Barbie Dangerous (Hollywood Cole, Tate Kobang, YG! Beats)
3. FTCU (Atl Jacob)
4. Beep Beep (Murda Beatz, OJ Finessey)
5. Fallin 4 U (Atl Jacob, DB!)
6. Let Me Calm Down (ft. J. Cole) [Atl Jacob, Hendrix Smoke, Kuji]
7. RNB (ft. Lil Wayne & Tate Kobang) [Dystinkt Beats, Tate Kobang, YG! Beats]
8. Pink Birthday (116, Apollo Parker, Boi-1da, Fierce)
9. Needle (ft. Drake) [Boi-1da, YogiTheProducer]
10. Cowgirl (ft. Louridz) [Dr. Luke]
11. Everybody (ft. Lil Uzi Vert) [DJ Smallz 732, Tate Kobang]
12. Big Difference (BoogzDaBeast, FNZ, Keanu Beats, Slade Da Monsta)
13. Red Ruby Da Sleeze (Cheeze Beatz, Go Grizzly)
14. Forward From Trini (ft. Skillibeng & Skeng) [Basbeats, Melio Sounds]
15. Pink Friday Girls (J Reid)
16. Super Freaky Girl (Aaron Joseph, Dr. Luke, Malibu Babie, Vaughn Oliver)
17. Bahm Bahm (Jess Carp, Tate Kobang)
18. My Life (Don Cannon, Sean Momberger)
19. Nicki Hendrix (ft. Future) [B Ham, Vincent “Life” Shaw]
20. Blessings (ft. Tasha Cobbs Leonard) [BNYX, Beau Nox, SADPONY]
21. Last Time I Saw You (Alex Bak, Atl Jacob, Frankie Bash, Hendrix Smoke, TooDope!)
22. Just The Memories (Bone Collector, Habib Defoundoux)

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50 Cent’s “Many Men” Producer Responds To His Criticism Of The Song

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Six Figga Digga, who produced 50 Cent’s iconic Get Rich or Die Tryin’ single, “Many Men (Wish Death),” has responded to the rapper’s recent criticism of the song. During a recent interview, 50 labeled it his least favorite song of the 2003 project. Six Figga Digga responded to the take while speaking with TMZ on Tuesday.

“In my humble opinion, that was the point,” he said. “If you got a track like that, along with the other tracks that Dr. Dre did, then it’s not going to sound the same because I’m not Dr. Dre. Also, when it was done, it was a different frame of mind, a different way of thinking, so when you’re trying to blend those two things together, I can see that.”

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50 Cent Performs On The “Final Lap” Tour

MILAN, ITALY – OCTOBER 22: 50 Cent performs at Mediolanum Forum of Assago on October 22, 2023 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Sergione Infuso/Corbis via Getty Images)

“The worst song on that album, I would probably say is that ‘Blood Hound’ song,” he said. “To me, that’s the song, when you listen to it sonically, that’s the one that sticks out. At that time, the Southern influence was still taking over. I mean, he signed Young Buck because of his influence coming from, you know, that era of Juvenile and all of that type of sound. 50 was the one that was bringing the New York sound back, but with that ‘Blood Hound’ song, I feel like that was kinda catering to that audience that was happening at the time.”

Six Figga Digga Responds To 50 Cent

As for 50 Cent’s reasoning for choosing “Many Men (Wish Death)” as his least favorite Get Rich or Die Tryin’ track, he explained the take during an interview on The Rebecca Judd Show, earlier this week. He said: “‘Many Men’ was my least favorite at that point because musically we was in the boom-bap phase. We was in that hard-hitting intensity, the energy on the records, and it’s the slowest song on Get Rich or Die Tryin.’ And it’s now the tempo that the artists are rapping to. So the fast tempo, hard-hitting beats, that was that era, that time period. And the whole album had it.” Be on the lookout for further updates on 50 Cent on HotNewHipHop.

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Timbaland’s 7 Biggest Productions

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Timbaland has created many timeless productions over the course of his decades-long career, and it looks like some new music is on the way. His musical journey began as one half of a rap duo but from the early ’90s onward, Timbaland went into music production. Since then he has released hit after hit with an array of renowned artists: from Missy Elliott, Aaliyah, Justin Timberlake, and Madonna, to Jay-Z and even Björk.

His productions have since earned him the status of an icon, and Timbaland remains one of the most successful music producers of all time. Moreover, he boasts many chart-topping collaborations and successful solo albums like 2007’s 3x Platinum Shock Value, featuring hits like “Give It To Me,” “Apologize,” and “The Way I Are.” More recently, Timbaland gained recognition when he co-founded the influential Verzuz series with Swizz Beatz, an online Hip Hop battle that burgeoned into a cultural phenomenon during the pandemic in 2020. Nonetheless, Timbaland will always be revered for his awesome productions Here are seven of them that have withstood the test of time. 

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7. “Pony”- Ginuwine (1996)

Ginuwine’s debut single, “Pony” came before his album Ginuwine… The Bachelor. Nevertheless, it is by far one of the most iconic in the collection. “Pony” was also a monumental hit, both commercially and critically. It remains among the greatest R&B tracks ever recorded and is hailed as a Timbaland classic. Furthermore, this track marked a significant milestone for Timbaland, becoming one of his earliest acclaimed R&B productions. “Pony” peaked at the sixth spot on the Billboard Hot 100. Moreover, it secured the second spot on the Billboard Hot R&B Singles chart.

6. “The Way I Are”- Timbaland Ft. Keri Hilson (2007)

“The Way I Are” was a part of the successful Shock Value album. By the mid-2000s, Timbaland was already synonymous with stellar productions, and this song became a hit in no time. Keri Hilson featured on the song, which was co-written with Danja, The Clutch, and Candice Nelson. “The Way I Are” hit the third spot on the  Billboard Hot 100. Moreover, it was a commercial juggernaut, selling over three million units. This track became Timbaland’s second top-five single and his second-longest-running single in the country, following “Apologize.”

5.  “Cry Me A River”- Justin Timberlake (2002)

This epic ballad by Justin Timberlake was a passionate exploration of the complexities of a turbulent breakup. Co-written by Timbaland, the soulful beat and polished production led to the song being a massive hit. The track soared to number 3 on the Billboard Hot 100, securing a Grammy win for Best Male Pop Vocal Performance in 2004. Internationally, “Cry Me A River” earned a Song Of The Year nomination at the 2003 MTV Europe Music Awards. One of his biggest productions to date, Timbaland’s futuristic production contributed greatly to the song’s sexy appeal. Furthermore, his artistic collaboration with Timberlake cemented “Cry Me A River” as one of the biggest hits of the 2000s.

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4. “Work It”- Missy Elliott (2002)

Timbaland’s production work for Missy Elliott has birthed Hip Hop gems, especially the iconic single “Work It.” Debuting on the US Billboard Hot 100 at number 75 on September 14, 2002, it swiftly climbed the chart, claiming the Airplay Gainer status in its second and third weeks at numbers 42 and 24, respectively. Within five weeks, it stormed into the top ten, peaking at number 8. It also held the number 2 spot for ten weeks, topping the Billboard Hot R&B/HipHop Songs chart for five weeks and earning a Grammy nod for Best Rap Song.

3. “Try Again”- Aaliyah (1996)

The futuristic productions of Timbaland broke the glass ceiling in the 2000s. Aaliyah’s “Try Again“ was originally part of the Romeo Must Die soundtrack until it emerged as a standalone hit. A major reason for that was the song’s captivating intro, which was a sample of Timbaland’s rendition of Eric B & Rakim’s “I Know You Got Soul.” Aaliyah clinched a 2001 Grammy nod for Best Female R&B Vocal Performance with the track, recognized for both critical acclaim and commercial triumph. Dominating the Billboard Hot 100, it hit a milestone, when it rose to number one solely through airplay.  

2. “Promiscuous”- Nelly Furtado (2006)

Timbaland did not only produce Nelly Furtado’s “Promiscuous,” he also appeared in the music video as quite the charming figure. The song was a successful single from Furtado’s album Loose. “Promiscuous” also earned Best Pop Single of the Year at the 2006 Billboard Music Awards. Debuting at number 64 on the Billboard Hot 100 in May 2006, it reached number one on July 8, marking Furtado’s first chart-topper. Moreover the single held the peak position for six weeks. It was also certified platinum by the RIAA for over a million digital sales.

1. “Sexyback”- Justin Timberlake (2006)

Featured on the successful album FutureSex/LoveSounds, this collaboration between Timbaland and Justin Timberlake remains one of the former’s most innovative and eclectic productions to date. “SexyBack” quickly rose to the top spot on the Billboard Hot 100, reigning for an impressive seven weeks after its release. The single also won a Grammy for Best Dance Recording and earned Justin Timberlake the People’s Choice Award for Favorite R&B song. Furthermore, he earned the Male Artist of the Year award at the 2007 MTV Video Music Awards.

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Conway The Machine & J.U.S.T.I.C.E. League Working On New Project, Erik Ortiz Confirms

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Conway The Machine is reportedly working on a new album that will be entirely produced by J.U.S.T.I.C.E. League. Member Erik “Rook” Ortiz confirmed the plans during an interview with HipHopDX on Monday.

“We can do it all, we can carry a whole album and we can make it sound phenomenal,” Ortiz began. “Next up for us is Conway The Machine. We’re doing that whole album with Conway. We’re in talks with a lot of other artists right now to do their whole albums. I can’t really say right now, but some really, really cool big names. But you should expect that from us — whole albums, whole projects from J.U.S.T.I.C.E. League and it should be fun, man.”

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Conway The Machine Attends “Won’t He Do It” Release Party

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – MAY 04: Conway The Machine attends “Won’t He Do It” Album Release on May 04, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Johnny Nunez/WireImage)

The comments from Ortiz come after the production duo worked with Jeezy on his upcoming double album, I Might Forgive…But I Don’t Forget. That project is scheduled to drop on Friday, November 3. He added: “And so Jeezy’s is [our] first foray into full-album territory [they’ll be handling one half of the double album]. I think Hit-Boy knocked it out the park with Nas and he set the blueprint, and I’m glad that we can offer up something really cool like this.”

As for Jeezy’s album, Ortiz says it will handle “very mature” subjects. “As you work on the album, y’know, you start talking about life, talking about music, experience and all that,” he said. “So it just became more songs and more songs and more songs, and then one day, [Jeezy] was like, ‘Y’know what? This gon’ be a double album.’ [The album is] very mature. He opens up about a lot of subjects — some things people might be curious about or never even knew about him. It’s very meticulously put together.” The album arrives after the release of Jeezy’s recent memoir, Adversity For Sale: Ya Gotta Believe.

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Best Beat-Making Software 2023

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In music production, the right tools can make all the difference. As we journey into 2023, let’s explore the top three beat-making software programs shaping the industry. These programs are the secret weapons behind the beats that get our feet tapping and heads nodding. From amateur bedroom producers to Grammy-winning hitmakers, these three programs are the ultimate toolkit for creating the perfect beat.

Ableton Live

First on our list is Ableton Live. Known for its user-friendly interface and intuitive design, Ableton Live is a favorite among both beginners and seasoned professionals. The software’s unique session view allows for non-linear beat arrangement, making it easy to experiment with different arrangements and create unique beats.

Ableton Live boasts a range of built-in instruments and high-quality effects, allowing you to add different elements to your beats and bring them to life. The software also supports third-party plugins, providing endless possibilities for customization. Ableton Live’s “warping” feature allows you to change the tempo or pitch of a sample without affecting its overall timing, making it easy to incorporate samples from other songs into your tracks. Further, Ableton Live is also great for live performances. Its session view allows real-time switching between different parts of your beat, making it perfect for DJs and live electronic musicians.

FL Studio For Beat-Making

Next up is FL Studio, also known as Fruity Loops. FL Studio is known for its intuitive interface and a wealth of advanced features. The software’s step sequencer allows for a quick beat layout, and the piano roll editor enables the creation of custom melodies and chord progressions. Additionally, FL Studio comes with various built-in instruments and sound effects, and it supports several file formats, making it easy to import samples and loops from other sources. The software is also compatible with most MIDI controllers, allowing you to use it with your favorite hardware. With its comprehensive features and flexibility, FL Studio is a great choice for anyone looking to get into beat-making.

GarageBand For Beat-Making

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An Apple iPad showing a screen from Apple’s GarageBand app, photographed during a studio shoot for Tap Magazine, November 24, 2011. (Photo by David Caudery/Tap Magazine via Getty Images)

At number three, we have GarageBand, a free digital audio workstation (DAW) for Apple devices. Despite being free, GarageBand is a powerful tool for creating beats. The software’s user-friendly interface and built-in loops and sounds make it easy for beginners to get started. GarageBand also supports many third-party plugins, allowing you to expand the software’s capabilities. The software also includes a drum machine designer and a built-in MIDI editor, providing a wide range of tools for fine-tuning your beats. GarageBand also makes it easy to share your beats with others, making it a great choice for collaborative projects.

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Where Can I Download Free Sample Packs?

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In music production, the right sounds can make or break a track. Building a diverse and high-quality sample library is a crucial step for any aspiring artist. But where can you find these essential resources? Here are the top websites to download free sample packs in 2023.

Looperman: A Community Of Sound – Free Sample Packs

Looperman is a vibrant online community where musicians can download or upload samples for free. The platform offers a vast array of sounds to enhance your music. This ranges from vocals and drums to plugins and more. You can start your own forum or join an existing one to access thousands of free samples.

Production Music Live: High-Quality Library

Production Music Live offers a vast music library with templates, samples, complete bundles, and courses. The website’s free samples section provides high-quality, 100% royalty-free sounds, presets, templates, and MIDI files. Artists entering into production have found success with PML, and the platform continues to grow daily.

W.A. Production: Diverse Genres

W.A. Production offers a wide range of free sample packs. They cover genres from Dubstep and Future House to Hardstyle and Country. Their “Free Download” section is a treasure trove of sounds, including their 7 GB-sized Free Anniversary Collection Vol. 6 bundle.

NASA Audio Collection: Out Of This World Sounds – Free Sample Packs

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Painters refurbish the NASA logo on the Vehicle Assembly Building at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida in Florida on May 29, 2020. The faded 10-story-tall insignia was last painted 13 years ago. – The SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket with the Crew Dragon capsule is rescheduled to launch to the International Space Station on May 30, carrying astronauts Bob Behnken and Doug Hurley. (Photo by Gregg Newton / AFP) (Photo by GREGG NEWTON/AFP via Getty Images)

For those seeking unique sounds, the NASA Audio Collection offers real recordings from Apollo missions, Space Shuttles, and the Space Station. With over 3500 samples, this collection can add a unique touch to your productions. Social media users have taken to platforms to express their fascination with this collection. For those looking to experiment, these free sounds may be a good fit.

Freesound: A Forum For Musicians

Freesound is an online forum where musicians upload free samples. The site offers various sounds, from textures and drums to vocals and FX. Thousands of artists have utilized this database. As more producers emerge each day, Freesound is becoming a staple in the industry.

Building a diverse sample library is a crucial step in music production. These websites offer a wealth of free samples, allowing you to experiment with different sounds and enhance your tracks. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned producer, these resources can help you take your music to the next level.

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Lil Uzi Vert Thanks Ken Carson For Producing “x2” Off Of “Pink Tape”

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After years of anticipation, hype, and speculation, Lil Uzi Vert’s Pink Tape boasts no shortage of highlights, collaborations, and production highlights. After all, with 26 tracks ranging across rage, plugg, contemporary trap, and metal, how could it not? Still, one particular song that many old-school Uzi fans probably appreciate is “x2,” one of the synthiest and bounciest cuts on the whole project. With expressive vocalizations, simple flows, and outlandish lyrics from the Philly MC, it’s an energizing and fun track to bump wherever. In addition, the beat features the quick and lasery synths that much of their catalog boasts, and that became part of their trademark sound.

Moreover, “x2” actually features production credits from none other than Opium signee and new school fan favorite Ken Carson. Furthermore, in a recent Instagram post showcasing their latest performance, Lil Uzi Vert thanked the rage specialist for producing the beat. “Thank you for this beat,” they wrote to Ken Carson, including a black heart and vampire emoji. What’s more is that some of Uzi’s flows and delivery actually resemble occasional collaborator Yeat’s, another important figure in the rage genre.

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Of course, this also confirmed previous teases that Ken Carson participated in Pink Tape to some degree, which surely pleased fans. However, another artist that Lil Uzi Vert teased to potentially be on the album was Playboi Carti, which didn’t end up panning out. While fans expressed disappointment at that reality, not all hope vanished as Uzi’s team accidentally uploaded a Carti collab to YouTube upon Pink Tape‘s release instead of the Don Toliver-assisted “Patience.” Many hope that this suggests that a collaboration between the “wokeuplikethis*” MCs isn’t far away.

Meanwhile, Uzi confirmed that their next album will be entirely new, and not a deluxe or expanded version of Pink Tape. With that, hype once again surged for their next musical moves, as we’re sure will happen any time there’s a gap in releases. Hopefully that next project also features more Opium involvement, or goes in an entirely new direction altogether. With that in mind, come back to HNHH for more news and updates on Lil Uzi Vert and Ken Carson.

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Dr. Dre’s Passion For Snoop Dogg’s New Album Matches “The Chronic,” Smitty Says

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Dr. Dre’s excitement for Snoop Dogg’s upcoming album reportedly matches that of The Chronic, according to producer Smitty. The Grammy Award winner sat down with AllHipHop to discuss the highly-anticipated project. He detailed what the studio sessions have been like with the two legendary artists.

“It’s gonna be great music,” Smitty said. “That’s not even the given. What people won’t expect is the level of execution that Snoop is committed to. Snoop’s in his bag. I was in Hawaii working with other projects last week. He called me — I’m three hours behind, it has to be 8 in the morning — he’s like ‘Man, this is Snoop. Little bro, I ain’t seen Dre this excited since The Chronic. He’s really excited about what we’re doing.’ I said, ‘Nah, you think?’ He said, ‘Y’all ain’t got what we got. Y’all go on trips on yachts with him, record and all that shit,’ because that’s how we started.”

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Dr. Dre Performs With Snoop Dogg

INDIO, CA – APRIL 15: Rappers Dr. Dre (L) and Snoop Dogg perform onstage during day 3 of the 2012 Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival at the Empire Polo Field on April 15, 2012 in Indio, California. (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images for Coachella)

He continued: “He took us on a yacht trip to Croatia. We were recording every day, we had three records for Snoop. When we came back, Snoop said ‘Yo, this could be something!’ That’s what set the plug, that’s what started it. That’s the last thing Snoop said to me: ‘Man, he’s really excited.’ And Snoop’s commitment to execution makes us all humble.”

As for Snoop and Dre’s chemistry in the studio, he added: “I’ve seen Snoop come in and not be in the mood to record, and he’ll still give it his all. Because a lot of people are intimidated to record with Dre. I’ve seen some of the biggest names not want to record with him because he’s that meticulous. He’ll make you do the line over and over a thousand times, then tomorrow say, ‘Yeah, I was wrong.’ That’s him. It takes a certain level of commitment to even rock with him.”

Snoop first announced that he’d be dropping an album with Dr. Dre while appearing on Stephen A. Smith’s Know Mercy podcast back in October. He hasn’t given the project an official release date, but he recently promised it’s arrival will come this summer.

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LL Cool J Says Dr. Dre Was Initially Going To Produce His New Album

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LL Cool J says that Dr. Dre had signed on to produce his upcoming album; however, after Phife Dawg visited him in a dream, LL Cool J contacted Q-Tip. He explained how the collaboration came to be during an appearance on Way Up With Angela Yee.

“So, the real story is that I did about 30 to 40 songs with Dr. Dre, and in doing those songs I felt like — the music was amazing what Dre was bringing to the table was super dope — but I felt like the writing, what I was bringing to these songs didn’t feel strong enough to me,” he explained. “I didn’t feel like I was expressing, I was getting out of me, what I was feeling. In my mind, I didn’t feel like it was written properly.”

Read More: LL Cool J Speaks On Upcoming Album, Praises Q-Tip’s Production

LL Cool J & Dr. Dre At The 2000 Radio Music Awards

Rap artists Dr. Dre and LL Cool J pose backstage after the 2000 Radio Music Awards at the Aladdin Hotel in Las Vegas, 11/04/00. (Photo by Kevin Winter/ABC/ImageDirect)

From there, LL Cool J elaborated on his dream with the late Phife Dawg. “So, I took a pause. Me and Dre just kinda paused for a minute. And I ended up having a dream, and in this dream Phife Dawg from A Tribe Called Quest came to me,” he added. “When he came in my dream he was like ‘Yo, that album you gonna do with Dre is gonna be dope.’ And I’m looking at him and he’s smirking a little bit. He had a funny look on his face. And then when I woke up, I just felt like Q-Tip was on my spirit. So I just called him. He picked up and I told him that I wanted to do an album. We went and did the record and the rest is history.”

LL Cool J On His Upcoming Album

The new album will be LL Cool J’s first full-length effort since 2013’s Authentic and will coincide with the 50th anniversary of hip-hop. While he’s kept details on the project close to his chest, a recent report from AllHipHop noted that Eminem, Nas, Fat Joe, Rick Ross, and Saweetie will all feature on the album.

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Lil Durk Says Kanye West Produced “Almost Healed” But He Won’t Release It

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Lil Durk’s coming through with new heat just before we enter the summer months. He released “All My Life” ft. J. Cole earlier this month before confirming that Almost Healed would drop on Friday, May 26th, 2023. Then, he slid through with the tracklist that boasted an array of producers including Wheezy, Metro Boomin, Zaytoven, Dr. Luke, and more, and features from stars like Alicia Keys and Future. However, this tracklist may have been a second rendition of the tracklist with the first largely consisting of production from Kanye West.

During an interview with DJ Akademiks, Durk opened up about his standings with Kanye West in recent times. Durk explained that he had a conversation where Kanye detailed “wanting to bring the peace back” to Chicago following his collaboration with Rooga. However, Lil Durk explained it was far more complex than Ye perceived it to be. “When sh*t happen behind certain sh*t, it’s not that easy for what you think. You know, I still talk to him,” he explained. 

Kanye Produced Lil Durk’s “Almost Healed” First

Afterward, Lil Durk revealed that Kanye West began producing his album in its entirety. “He actually produced by whole album,” Durk revealed. “But I ain’t use it.” The rapper explained that Ye added his magical touch, tweaking with beats and adding vocals. “He played with a couple of records, let me say that,” he said before informing Akademiks that they wouldn’t appear on the tracklist. “He did some genius shit,” Durk added. “I think I’m going to see if I could come back with some genius shit with him, double my sales.” 

Although Kanye’s version of Almost Healed likely won’t be released soon, Durk did provide a promising update on the Yeezy founder. “I went to the hotel where he was at. He’s actually in a good head space,” he said. “I guess the bullshit that was going on with him was getting to him but he’s definitely in a good headspace. For now, we could anticipate Lil Durk’s upcoming album tonight. Check out the snippet from his interview with Akademiks above. We’ll keep you posted on anymore updates surrounding Almost Healed.