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In what can only be described as a blast from the past, Omarion, Soulja Boy, and Bow Wow have united for a nostalgia-fueled cause and delivered the melodic, bouncy, ex. Based on the lineup alone, it’s not entirely difficult to predict where this one is going — but this doesn’t necessarily mean the end result isn’t enjoyable.

Though the majority of “Ex” is handled by man of the hour Omarion, Soulja Boy holds it down for a brief verse before tagging in his old pal Bow Wow. On that note, the former So-So Def rapper seems focused as he raps, arguably stealing the show as he raps a rapid-fire flow. Though the success of “Ex” will likely depend of the listener’s affection for the parties involved, it’s always nice to hear a modern take on a bygone era — do you think this one has the makings of a hit?

Quotable Lyrics

I tell the pilot to land, I tell the pilot to land
I should have went to AVCU, the way a young n***a be playing with bands
Speaking of bands, I beat the pussy up just like a drummer, yeah I got a stick

Burna Boy has returned with a new single “Want It All,” and he’s linked up with Polo G for the occasion. Together, the pair deliver a smooth and melodic offering, one that allows Burna to flex his vocal chops.

Taking to a low-key guitar-driven instrumental, Burna flexes an entire closet worth of exclusive garments, all gifted directly from the source. That’s not to say that Burna is fueled by vanity, as he’s using his newly acquired wealth to provide context to how far he’s come. “Remember when they said they don’t believe in me no more,” he sings. “I was sleeping on the ground, on the cold floor / Whole time I was grinding, I been tryin’ to achieve.”

Check out Burna Boy and Polo G’s new single “Want It All” now, and sound off if you like this direction from the Afrobeats superstar. 

Quotable Lyrics

Remember when they said they don’t believe in me no more
I was sleeping on the ground, on the cold floor
Whole time I was grinding, I been tryin’ to achieve

Last night, Lil Wayne and Rich The Kid delivered their joint effort Trust Fund Babies, and though some were originally scratching their heads at the partnership, early responses seem relatively favorable so far. Of course, it doesn’t hurt that Lil Wayne is easily one of the most well-respected artists in the rap game, and as per usual he’s in fine form throughout. 

From the jump, “Headlock” features the exact sort of beat that Wayne can destroy in his sleep by now. And that he does, delivering a feral flow as he showcases the clever wordplay he’s become synonymous with. Though Rich is seldom categorized as an elite lyricist like his counterpart — expect, maybe, in the eyes of that one fan — he seems inspired by Weezy’s presence, catching the beat with a focused intensity seldom seen in his interviews.

Check out “Headlock” now, and if you like what you hear be sure to check out Trust Fund Babies right here.

Quotable Lyrics

But that ain’t important, if he ain’t gang we extort him
I keep my brain in my quota
I do the dash, I won’t see flames from the motor
Stay in your lane or get over
Beep, beep, beep, beep, all of these bags, I’m a hoarder
All of this Actavis movin’ as fast as a tortoise

One of Memphis’ hungriest rappers, Key Glock is officially back, kicking off the rollout for his upcoming studio album Yellow Tape 2 with the release of his new single “Ambition For Cash.”

The original Yellow Tape project was released last year, peaking at #1 on Billboard’s Independent Albums chart. Released via Paper Route Empire, Key Glock looks to recreate that success, and possibly top it, with the sequel.

“Ambition For Cash” is the latest single from the Young Dolph affiliate. Glock slides over a Tay Keith-produced beat, which leans heavily on a crispy flute sample. Glock rhymes about how he never stops working, flexing his ambition to always continue growing, accumulating wealth to take care of his family for decades to come.

Check out the new record from Key Glock below, and be sure to follow him on socials for more news about Yellow Tape 2.

Quotable Lyrics:

Yeah, n***a I got a real, real addiction for this cash
I got a real ambition for this cash
Thirteen years old with a shoebox stash
I’m always up to somethin’, never sitting on my ass

It has been a celebratory evening for Meek Mill as the Philly rapper had been counting down the seconds until the arrival of his album, Expensive Pain. The record features Lil Durk, Lil Baby, Kehlani, A$AP Ferg, Moneybagg Yo, Giggs, Young Thug, Vory, Lil Uzi Vert, and Brent Faiyaz, but when it came to sharing the next single pulled from the project, Meek wanted to go at it alone.

Along with the arrival of Expensive Pain comes the visual to “On My Soul,” a Fuse 808-produced track where we find Meek reflecting on his upbringing. The visual is filled with home footage of a young Meek hanging with his friends on his block, and those nostalgic clips are entwined with the modern Meek spending time with his crew both in his old hood and the studio.

Fans are already eating up Expensive Pain, so watch the visual for “On My Soul” and share your thoughts about the album. Also, make sure to count up the cameos that you find in the music video including Drake, Bobby Shmurda, Jay-Z, and Swizz Beatz.

Quotable Lyrics

Everybody prayin’ I don’t go back, but it’s like, what you want me to do?
And leave my people?
And I can’t leave my people, got that eye of the eagle
My homie wanted the Bentley but he died in the Regal
And I ain’t never sell no heroin, auntie died from the needle
If you my opp, my daddy dyin’ to meet you

Earlier this year, the world received a gift when T-Pain and Kehlani shared their single, “I Like Dat.” It is a song that came from a DM snafu that T-Pain shared with his millions of followers across social media; he revealed that he had hundreds, if not thousands of unanswered DMs. They were the result of years of being ignored, but T-Pain promised that it was an accident and he never intended on snubbing anyone.

He found a request from Kehlani in that bunch and soon, the pair delivered “I Like Dat.” We were prepared to hear something new from T-Pain considering Bia teased a collaboration in recent days, and on Friday (October 1), “I Like Dat (Remix)” arrived. Bia has been reveling in her moment with successful singles alongside Russ and Nicki Minaj, and she’s hoping that her “Bestio” track featuring G Herbo will have the same result.

Stream T-Pain’s “I Like Dat (Remix) featuring Kehlani and Bia and let us know what you think.

Quotable Lyrics

I like Prada for the shoes, just so I can move better
Only time I do the Loubs is to match the coupe leather
If you find me in the mood, we could catch some new weather
I’m in Italian seats, marblе floors
I got mine, but I like that I been spending yours, oop

There are big moves being made in Yo Gotti’s camp, and he does not seem to be slowing down anytime soon. On the heels of the news that he is now a minority owner of a soccer team, Gotti celebrates by releasing a new single. “I was introduced to the game by my son and watched how quickly it has grown in our country, so I’m honored to join the D.C. United ownership group,” he said of his new venture.

The Memphis icon inserted himself into the New Music Friday by joining others like Meek Mill, Lil Wayne, and Rich The Kid who also have releases to kick off the month of October. On Yo Gotti’s “For The Record”—a track produced by SMPLGTWY, Boi-1da, Omar Guetfa, AT and A-Darian—the rapper spits bars that once again read like an anthem for the streets. Stream Gotti’s latest and let us know if you’re feeling “For The Record.”

Quotable Lyrics

It was a million in that safe why the f*ck you play
If you gon’ take it, take it all n*gga, n*gga
‘Cause when I see you, I want it all, n*gga, n*gga
Baby mamma up and left (why?)
She left me scarred

As compared to other rappers, Roddy Ricch maintains a relatively low profile. His aptly titled Please Excuse Me For Being Antisocial was a megahit, as has been each release, whether album or singles. We all enjoyed the international success of “Rockstar,” a DaBaby track that hosted a Roddy feature, and now the Los Angeles native is back, this time, partnered with Bino Rideaux.

Weeks ago, we received Bino’s King Combs-assisted “No Makeup,” a bop that also came with a ladies-laced music video. No, he’s back with “Lemme Find Out” featuring Roddy, and it is safe to say that fans are expecting a big music announcement in the coming weeks. On the track, the pair of rappers deliver a laid-back approach to the TIGGI and Don Alfonso-produced groove, making this one a single you will have on repeat during those late-night rides.

Stream “Lemme Find Out” and let us know your thoughts.

Quotable Lyrics

Give my dawg a hundred, like a blow we both on, yeah
They gon’ see me on the ‘gram, I gotta get my blow on
Always off the drink, I ain’t know what else to think
All this money in the bank got me feeling so alone
When I think of pain, I can think of our home

Ahead of New Music Friday, Wale has blessed his fans with tunes. There have been discussions about the rapper working on his forthcoming project, and on Thursday (September 30), Wale not only confirmed the title, but he has offered up a release date. Described as “his seventh and most personal studio album to date,” Wale has shared that Folarin II will arrive on October 22.

That isn’t the only music update we’ve received from the DMV icon; Wale also shared his new single “Poke It Out,” an offering that features a look from J. Cole. The Cool & Dre-produced banger samples Q-Tip’s classic “Vivrant Thing,” and the two emcees lyrically bounce their way through the familiar beat spinning bars that fans will be quoting—and dancing to—for some time.

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Stream “Poke It Out” by Wale ft. J. Cole and share your thoughts.

Quotable Lyrics

Cole world and Folarin co-starring
We both flexing, Bo Jacksons, Bo Granden
These cap n*ggas that rap with piss poor jargon
My latest whip, my latest chick was both foreign
I know all my hoes miss me
I been the sh*t since I hit elementary

After dropping Whenever You’re Ready earlier this year, Mahalia is back with a vengeance, linking up with fellow U.K. star AJ Tracey for a spicy breakup smash called “Roadside.” 

Assisted by visuals which start with some nice text messages and end with Mahalia ruining a car with a baseball bat, Mahalia combines a smooth flow with powerful vocals and sitting atop the same whip for his entire verse, Tracey slides through in the all-green Palm Angels sweat suit and kills his verse, rapping about his affinity for the woman that is so clearly mad at him. 

The perfect song to get your groove back after a tough breakup, “Roadside” is a bouncy but poignant record that is sure to get you in your bag, but also might have you texting somebody you shouldn’t. 

Quotable Lyrics
I’m impressive from the bedroom to my salary
Let me hit, I’ll make your eyes water like analogy (On God)
I love her temper, temperature of an amber (Ooh)
You hustle like you mean it, December until December (Facts)
I know your love’s exclusive, I’m lookin’ to be a member

Check out “Roadside” below and let us know what you think in the comments.