The Bardi Gang wants to know where Cardi B is, and they went so hard in their search that some fans think it’s actually a calculated new album rollout. Moreover, a Stan account on Twitter shared a “missing” poster for her around Saturday (February 24) including her age, description, height, etc., and asked fans to spread the word. Miami fans started printing out these images of the Bronx rapper’s “missing” poster around the city, and according to XXL, similar situations popped up in Mexico, Paris, and New York City. While the poster says she went missing on January 1, fans know that her last very public outing was a Valentine’s Day date with Offset.
Furthermore, a lot of folks interpreted this date as a sign that the two are getting back together following a whole lot of ups and downs. In fact, a lot of readers probably remember when we thought they were done for good a couple of… months? Years ago? Both are probably true. Jokes aside, they’re in a seemingly very supportive mode right now, and in a way that actually relates to this “missing” poster. Offset recently previewed Cardi B’s new album and asked her to drop it already, so maybe we’re very, very close.
After all, back when she was promoting “Bongos” with Megan Thee Stallion, she told the media that she’s expecting a first-quarter drop in 2024. Things can change rapidly, of course, but the Bardi Gang is holding out hope that the 31-year-old will finally follow up on her six-year promise. Cardi B has the potential to make a massive splash with another project, and there’s a lot of pressure on her to impress and succeed. But with so much fan excitement behind it, we can’t envision this not being a huge moment for hip-hop in 2024.
Meanwhile, another aspect that gives credence to this prediction is her and Latto’s “Put It On Da Floor Again” going platinum. A lot of success is carrying over into this potential new rollout here, and it will take a lot to fully capitalize on it. We’re sure that the “Get Up 10” spitter is putting all the pieces together for her full vision. With that in mind, stay up to date on HNHH for the latest news and updates on Cardi B.
J. Cole is back and possibly better than ever, because his new recently teased song as part of the Might Delete Later series is building up to his next album The Fall Off in a big way. Moreover, he just uploaded a near-ten-minute vlog to commemorate this, marked as the first volume in this MDL series. The Dreamville MC includes the black-and-white snippet of the aforementioned unreleased cut, plus some other hints and snippets throughout. The footage centers around a lot of studio time with his peers and collaborators, some moments from his Big As The What? tour with Drake, and some general behind-the-scenes shenanigans and curious details.
Of course, fans of the North Carolina legend are as ecstatic as they’ve ever been for his next move. It seems like it’s been a long time since he delivered with new material, and looking at his last studio album (2021’s The Off-Season), this definitely suggests that. But add onto that two phenomenal years when it comes to feature appearances in 2022 and 2023, and J. Cole is still on top of the world. Not only that, but with more unorthodox collaborations and a refined perspective on the game, people still look forward to his hungry pen like we’re back in 2013 again.
Not only that, but the cheekier moments on this Might Delete Later vlog also point to the “Immortal” lyricist’s sense of humor. In fact, many fans wondered how this would manifest amid rumors of a team-up with Metro Boomin for future material. The producer’s old tweets about J. Cole are less than flattering, and some social media users joked about how awkward or apologetic that conversation might be. But they’ve both grown so much as artists and as people that it’s honestly impossible to theorize.
Meanwhile, as the 39-year-old and Drake continue to have a ball on the road, we can probably expect many more vlogs like these in the future. What did you think about this peek behind the curtain? However you may feel about this and the rollout as a whole, drop your thoughts in the comments down below. Also, keep checking in with HNHH for the latest news and more updates on J. Cole.
Playboi Carti is an artist who has evolved with every single one of his albums. Although some critics panned him early on for his lack of lyrical prowess, there is no doubt that his music aged well. In an era where many artists have been forgotten, Carti has managed to obtain a cultish fanbase that heralds all three of his albums as classics. Firstly, you have his self-titled project from 2017, which gave us classics like “wokeuplikethis*” and “Magnolia.” Subsequently, “Die Lit” offered up some of Carti’s most ethereal tracks yet. From the intro “Long Time” to the ravenous banger “RIP,” Carti showed that he is not just a one-trick pony.
However, it was Whole Lotta Redthat showcased just how willing Carti is to change. “Rockstar Made” kicks off the album with blazing synths and hard-hitting 808s that mimic thrash metal aesthetics. Songs like “Stop Breathing,” “Jump Out The House,” and “New Tank” furthered this sound and made WLR a standout in Carti’s discography. In that same breath, it is also his most polarizing project. Why? Because it’s different. Instead of giving fans Die Lit Pt. 2, he offered up something that was made with his own tastes in mind.
It has been over three years since Whole Lotta Red and fans have been hungry for something new. Back in December of 2023, Carti revealed that his new album would be coming soon. The title: I Am Music. It is quite the declaration, although not a surprising one coming from the man who describes himself as a “narcissist.” Following this announcement, we got a now-iconic DJ Swamp Izzo-infused snippet and a new track that was posted on his second Instagram account. The title of the track has been disputed, however, it is now called “Different Day” after originally being called “Ur The Moon.”
Based on Carti’s recent concerts, fans were expecting a continuation of his Whole Lotta Red era. Instead, they got something completely different. On “Different Day,” Carti finds himself delivering some of the sharpest flows of his career. Moreover, he is now rapping over dark and brooding soundscapes that lean on being atmospheric. His voice is barely recognizable on the track, but it suits the production well. As one can imagine, this single confused fans, although his next track would act as an “aha” moment.
“2024”
With production from ojivolta, earlonthebeat, and Kanye West, “2024” is arguably the best of the five songs Carti has dropped over the past couple of months. While this song is much more uplifting thanks to the vocal sample and drum selections, Carti continues to experiment with his new register. His “put him on the news” refrain is catchy as hell, especially as it leads into his voice shift in the middle of the song. Here, he gives us the same voice he offered up on Travis Scott’s “FE!N.” It was a great choice as it almost feels like Carti is featuring his own alter ego on his song. Not to mention, it proved that “Different Day” was not a fluke. It was a declaration that this new era and new sound is what fans should expect from here on out.
Following the hype of “2024,” Playboi Carti returned with another brooding and sinister track called “H00DBYAIR.” With some of Carti’s best rapping of his career, it is clear that he was looking to make a statement here. “All my friends are dead, leave em in the cold, put em in the tundra” is an immediate rewind moment on the track. Carti’s lyrics have never elicited these kinds of reactions, although it’s clear he is looking to change that and it is certainly appreciated.
On New Year’s Day, Playboi Carti teamed up with Travis Scott for “BACKR00MS.” Much like the previous three tracks, the beat was lowkey and downright demonic. Carti delved deep into his lower register and even changed up his inflections to match the sinister energy of the beat. While Scott didn’t have much to say on the song, his flow was good enough to complement Carti’s vibe. What matters, however, is that it was yet another continuation of the new sound. While some of Carti’s previous projects have been all over the place in terms of sound, I Am Music is proving to be nothing but a bundle of cohesion.
“EVILJ0RDAN”
Lastly, Carti blessed fans last night with his fifth and most recent single of the rollout, “EVILJ0RDAN.” Upon listening to the track, you are met with production that will prove familiar if you’ve been staying up to date on the rollout. This is the track that went viral thanks to the DJ Swamp Izzo ad-lib snippet. Thankfully, the song lives up to the hype as Carti slides on the beat with menacing flows and the lyrics to match. It’s a song that aims to make a statement, and it succeeds.
Out of all of his new tracks, “EVILJ0RDAN” may prove to be the most effective thesis statement for his new album. It contains his new flow, his new penchant for lyricism, devilish production, and a hunger that showcases just how eager Carti is to elevate his standing in hip-hop. While some may not like this new direction, it is refreshing to hear an artist of Carti’s caliber change things up. With artists in every genre leaning on formulas that have stood the test of time, Carti is evolving…again.
Despite dropping these songs, there is still no release date in sight. Furthermore, he continues to delay his tour amid issues with his Opium signees, Homixide Gang. At this point, fans are in the dark, and they are hoping for the album sooner rather than later. After all, none of the singles are on streaming, and only two can be found on Carti’s official YouTube channel. However, the music has been so good that fans have been willing to look past this.
If there is one thing for sure, it is that this is Carti’s most exciting evolution yet. Sure, Whole Lotta Red was different, but it still made sense based on Carti’s previous works. Now, he is shifting his sound entirely and it’s paying dividends. Matched with unique visuals that boast a DIY aesthetic, it’s obvious the artist has a clear vision that could very well culminate in the best album of the year. On the flipside, this rollout could come back to haunt him. He has dropped five singles, and if continues down this trajectory, the album may lose its luster. Or, he could drop the album tomorrow only for the five already-released singles to be the only standouts. It’s a risk, albeit an exciting one. Only time will tell whether or not Carti sticks the landing.
Tasha K is as big of a Nicki Minaj fan as anyone, but even she has her reservations about the rollout of her new album, Pink Friday 2. Moreover, she took to Twitter to voice some of her concerns and critiques, particularly with the press run behind this project. Of course, the blogger made it clear that she loves the rapper’s work and what she stands for. In fact, it’s a big part of the reason as to why she would hold her up to a higher standard when it comes to what she represents, highlights, and platforms. Tasha thinks that Nicki could’ve done a better job of uplifting female voices in the media space, but chose not to for whatever reason.
“I love tf outta Nicki Minaj and I gotta say something,” Tasha K’s tweet began. “Her press run is dope but it would have been even more classic if she would have included a FEMALE Media VOICE for the culture! I didn’t see her sit down with NOT one WOMAN in a male dominated media industry! I’m not talking about me!
“I’m talking about the same thing she faces is in a male dominated rap industry!” Tasha K continued. “Angela Yee, Sherri Shepard, Jennifer Hudson, and at least one NewMedia voice! Please don’y forget the Barbie’s in media that have to fight for the same rights as you! I’m in Africa on my vacation! Don’t forget about the female voices that disseminate too! If I’m wrong on this, and I missed something, I will apologize for my error!” Overall, she’s making quite an interesting point that others also levy at the Trinidadian MC when it comes to her rap collabs.
Meanwhile, we know that Tasha has some heavy beef with other male media figures, so this callout against that hierarchy is unsurprising. Still, what do you think about her comments on Nicki’s treatment or alleged erasure of female voices in music coverage? Does she have a strong point or is this all just looking too deeply into it because she’s such a huge star? Whatever the case, drop your thoughts down in the comments section below. As always, stick around on HNHH for the latest news and updates on Nicki Minaj and Tasha K.
Playboi Carti’s album rollout is fully underway, and that means he’s more online, grateful, and excited than ever. Moreover, he’s shared a lot of people shouting him out on social media, whether it be fellow artists, fans, industry folks, and the like. The latest to promote the “Pull Up” rapper’s new material is The Weeknd, who shared Carti’s new song and music video on his Instagram Story. Whatever I AM MUSIC ends up being (most likely an album), the culture is incredibly excited for it. He also shared reactions and promotions from Travis Scott, Ken Carson, NAV, and more, and even shared an unanswered DM to Frank Ocean about when he’s going to drop.
“You don’t need promotion when u got family 00X0,” Playboi Carti wrote when reposting Abel Tesfaye’s shout-out of this new song. Furthermore, this is a new snippet entirely, and is not the one that he shared just hours before that is a bit more aggressive. Rather, this track is a more woozy and dark offering from the Atlanta rage pioneer, with a delivery more akin to his more measured moments on Whole Lotta Red, which is most of what defined Die Lit. As such, we already have various things pointing us in the direction of various past aesthetics of his that he will probably develop even further.
With this frenetic and unexpectedly consistent online activity in mind, we’re sure that Playboi Carti will have more for us as the wait for his next album draws on. So far, it’s proved to be a successful experiment, especially paired with other unbelievable musical miracles like a Frank Ocean snippet that came out around the same time. Is it possible that these two notoriously offline, mystique-shrouded, and tease-heavy artists coordinated to address their absence at the same time? It’s possible, but that also might just be the head-canon talking, even though that picture of their DMs surely made many people’s hearts skip a beat.
Regardless, what do you think of this new song and how fellow music superstars have promoted it? Are you looking forward to this new January release or was the wait too long for you to keep any hype? Let us know your thoughts in the comments section down below. Also, stay posted on HNHH for the latest news and updates on Playboi Carti and The Weeknd.
Bow Wow recently shared his thoughts on the latest music releases, expressing his candid opinions about the industry’s current musical landscape. According to the renowned rapper and actor, the new music in today’s landscape leaves much to be desired, to put it mildly. “Al of this sh*t trash,” Bow Wow began. One person asked on the livestream, “How do you think its so easy for new artists to get famous?” Bow Wow responded, “All they have to do is get out of their bed and get on their laptop. It’s easy because of the internet, they utilize the internet. Sh*t takes work” … “In a way you still have to respect what they’re doing, the music might be subpar, but you still have to respect it.”
In his unfiltered commentary, Bow Wow doesn’t mince words when characterizing the state of modern day music. He describes it as “trash,” and has said this a few times before. As HNHH previously reported, he’s said that labels need to focus more on artist development. His willingness to be straightforward and critical about the current music scene can be seen as a reflection of his commitment to the art form and his dedication to upholding the standards he holds dear. As a veteran in the music industry, Bow Wow feels as though he can also be a speculator on how it’s transformed over the years. His perspective is valuable, not only because of his extensive experience but also because it showcases the passion and discernment that musicians bring to their craft.
While some might perceive his comments as controversial, it is essential to consider that opinions on music are highly subjective. What one person finds appealing, another may find “trash.” Bow Wow’s comments serve as a reminder of the ever-shifting nature of the music world. While some listeners may agree with Bow Wow’s assessment, others may strongly disagree. On X just last week, Bow Wow offered more details into his reasoning for why he feels like artists are not making great music anymore. “They cant talk. I don’t understand wtf they saying,” he said. “Be dry as hell in interviews. Y’all know I take the stage serious! I don’t even wanna get on they stage presence. Rapping over vocals shit is sloppy out here man. We gotta clean this s**t up. Get better or get tf out the way.”
Fans even agreed with sentiments such as “it’s not fun to see artists drop anymore,” one person said. Another commented, “Labels don’t believe in rollouts or building the anticipation like they used to.” “That’s over with now .. these labels are openly telling artist to already come to them established and popping and already platinum.” What are your thoughts? Let us know on HNHH!
NBA YoungBoy dominated Twitter discussions and trends this past week, but he closed up shop after he said what he had to say. Moreover, the Baton Rouge MC recently released his latest mixtape Richest Opp, with 17 tracks of raw and combative trap. During this time, he made a lot of noise online for his Twitter tirades, disses, and insane statements against the industry. However, with his last tweet being “Enough said!!!!!! Twitter deactivated,” he brought things to a close. With that in mind, let’s recap all the crazy moments YB gave us before completing his mixtape rollout.
Most recently, he dissed Drake, Lil Durk, J. Cole, and Lil Yachty on his track “F**k The Industry Pt. 2.” In fact, he released the lyrics before the song itself was available, and here are some highlights. “Talk to Drake cross FaceTime, he wasn’t feeling me,” YoungBoy raps. “Told me that he f**k with Durk, dam that s**t getting to me. J a h*e, that n***a played it cold. Lil Yachty mad about JT, f***ot b***h play with me.” Another notable beef that sprouted up in this saga was with Soulja Boy, who took shots at him and Durk as well.
Meanwhile, YB also celebrated the Chicago rapper pushing his album back two weeks. For those unaware, the two were meant to engage in a sales battle on Friday (May 12), with both of them scheduled to drop projects. However, only YoungBoy dropped, though Smurk built up a lot of acclaim and excitement with his track “All My Life” with J. Cole. Still, he took a lot of shots at Lil Durk, India Royale, and DJ Akademiks ahead of their drops amid claims that him and Durk had squashed their beef.
Also, he kept his beef with Ak going on Instagram Live, where he blasted the media personality for thinking he cares about numbers. Speaking of numbers, Richest Opp is projected to sell 58K units in its first week. While it’s a bit lower than his previous project, YB doesn’t care about that and still sparked a raging fire online with his attacks. Now, we just have to wait for his return to social media for the next wave of antics. For the latest news and updates on NBA YoungBoy, stick around on HNHH.
Ahead of his headlining performance at Rolling Loud Thailand later tonight (April 14), Chris Brown confirmed earlier this week that he’s got new music on the way. The last time we heard from the Virginia-born crooner was on his collaboration with Chlöe, “How Does It Feel,” which notably received mixed reviews from audiences. For his next release, Breezy will seemingly be reuniting with Ciara, and according to his Instagram Story earlier this week, the recording artists have something seriously special in store.
“ME AND @ciara got some coming ,” the father of three wrote over a black screen on Thursday (April 13) morning. Brown and Ciara previously made magic together in 2009, with their “Turntables” joint effort that arrived on the fashionista’s Fantasy Ride album. More recently, they also attempted to bring their talents together for the R&B icon’s Michael Jackson tribute at the 2022 American Music Awards. Unfortunately for both, the presentation was cancelled at the last minute, with producers seemingly taking issues with Brown’s unflattering past, especially in conjunction with the allegations his honoree faced during his own life.
Of course, the “Kiss Kiss” hitmaker didn’t explicitly state that he and Ciara are working on music. Both artists happen to also be skilled dancers, and fans would surely be just as happy with a project focusing on other talents outside of their vocal range. As HipHopDX notes, collaborating with Brown is a guaranteed way for others to ensure backlash for themselves, though the mother of three has made it clear that she’s willing to stick by her friend, no matter what haters and critics have to say.
Following 2022’s Breezy album, the 33-year-old has steadily shown out on singles like “It’s Giving Christmas,” “Nasty” with Tyga,” and “Do You Mind” alongside Vedo. As for Ciara, her last full-length project, Beauty Marks, arrived back in 2019. She’s since made a comeback thanks to singles like “JUMP” featuring Coast Contra, “Better Thangs” with Summer Walker, and most recently, “Da Girls.” Revisit her throwback “Turntables” link-up with Chris Brown below, and check back later for more music news updates.
Revisit CiCi’s 2009 Track, “Turntables” Feat. Chris Brown
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,” the father of three wrote over a black screen on Thursday (April 13) morning. Brown and Ciara previously made magic together in 2009, with their “Turntables” joint effort that arrived on the fashionista’s Fantasy Ride album. More recently, they also attempted to bring their talents together for the R&B icon’s