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Although many Hip-Hop fans were initially skeptical of him and his contemporaries, Lil Uzi Vert is now practically a household name. Five months removed from his collab album Pluto x Baby Pluto with Future, Lil Uzi Vert is already gearing up to release new music. The Eternal Atake artist has recently revealed that his next project will be titled The Real Uzi 2, referencing his seminal mixtape in 2014, and according to him, fans should expect “bangers.”

Just as Uzi is looking back to his early days as an artist, today marks the perfect opportunity for Hip-Hop enthusiasts and longtime fans of the Philadelphia rapper to do the same because five years ago, Lil Uzi Vert dropped off a project shocked and won over the entire music industry. Following the 2015 release of the intriguing mixtape Luv Is Rage, Lil Uzi Vert built upon all of the hype surrounding his come-up in the most colorful and entertaining way with Lil Uzi Vert vs. The World. 

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Led by the single “Money Longer” and packed with classic Uzi cuts like “Ps and Qs,” “Grab the Wheel,” and “Hi Roller,” his third mixtape was the exclamation point to Uzi’s 2015-2016 takeover. “Hi Roller” may not have been the most popular song on the mixtape, but its otherworldly production and stylish bravado proves that even back in 2016, Lil Uzi Vert already knew that he was larger than life.

Bolstered by eccentric and unmistakable production from Maaly Raw, Metro Boomin, Don Cannon, and WondaGurl, Lil Uzi Vert vs. The World was a shining example of what Lil Uzi Vert was capable of as an artist, and of course, the iconic Scott Pilgrim-inspired artwork remains one of the best album covers in Uzi’s entire discography. 

Five years later, what are your favorite songs from Lil Uzi Vert vs. The World?

Quotable Lyrics

I got paper, nigga, and you know it (Huh)
I swear to God, I really can’t miss (What)
I make hits, yeah, I really can’t miss (What)
Even if I miss, that shit a hit (Yeah)

The Quemix series has been a staple in Jacquees catalog, especially among his day one fans. Unfortunately, it seems the controversy surrounding Ella Mai’s “Boo’d Up” and Jacquees version of the record put the series on hold for a while, though we’ve received a few QueMixes in recent times. The latest record to receive the treatment is Coi LeRay’s “No More Parties.” However, in the rare instance, Jacquees offered this version as a collaboration alongside Erica Banks. It’s a perfect mesh of Jacquees’ crooning and muddy flows from the “Buss It” rapper, drizzled with a bit of auto-tune.

Meanwhile, Coi LeRay’s “No More Parties” is doing serious numbers. The song serves as the artist’s Billboard Hot 100 debut and peaked at #26 while the video to its Lil Durk-assisted remix currently has 25M views.

Quotable Lyrics
Nobody stopped what I’m promised
I’m trending topic
I’m makin’ flips like trampolines
Turn into profit
I bought a mansion wrapped in water
It looks like an island

Oh, how the beaches of Miami are as enticing as they’ve ever been these days. Thankfully, it seems that this summer will formally be one where we’re outside (at least more so than the previous year) which means that we need the right type of vibe to soundtrack all of the shenanigans. This week, Emotional Oranges served up a vibrant new single with the assistance of Becky G titled, “Down To Miami.” The upbeat anthem blends together soothing R&B sounds with the percussion of Latin music to bring a refreshing record.

“This started off as a stripped guitar idea that we leaked on socials over a year ago,” Emotional Oranges said about the track. “We had a lot of fun re-imagining it with Becky, she’s been really inspiring to work with. Can’t wait until people get to see the creative/visuals we’re putting together.”

Check the song out below.

Quotable Lyrics
For your information, got different locations
Save your ticket to Miami, I got plenty destinations
Dubai, Cartagena, Paris o Ibiza
El pasaporte lleno con todo tipo de visa

Conway The Machine is set to let fly a brand new album this Friday, confirming that La Maquina is on the way. And with the big release only a few days out, Machine has officially decided to drop an early single from the project, paying homage to two generations of lyrical Southern excellence on “Scatter Brain.” Featuring the talents of J.I.D and Ludacris, as well as producer Don Cannon, the track continues to cement Conway as one of the game’s true unstoppable forces. 

Marking Conway’s second collab with J.I.D (his first came on “Ballads”) and his first with Ludacris, “Scatter Brain” is an interesting lineup that many fans of lyricism will no doubt appreciate. It’s even better in practice than it is in theory. Over Cannon’s uptempo and mischievous production, Conway and J.I.D trade rapid-fire verses showcasing not only growing creative chemistry, but further validation that they’re two of the best out right now. Through in a closing statement from Ludacris, who seems about ready for a comeback in his own right, and we’re looking at one of the year’s hardest drops so far. 

And to think, La Maquina is only the warm-up for God Don’t Make Mistakes, his long-delayed Shady Records debut that continues to build hype with every passing week. Don’t get it twisted, however — we’re getting nothing but premium quality from Machine on this one, as evidenced by both “Scatter Brain” and lead single “Blood Roses,” produced by Cardiak and featuring Drumwork signee Jae Skeese.

Check out “Scatterbrain” now, and sound off with your favorite verse. Are you looking forward to La Maquina this Friday? 

QUOTABLE LYRICS

I’m a street n***a, boy, you know the difference
Hand around the throat of the rap game
And I’m boa constrictin’, my soul is missin’
In the top spot, I got sole position, man, this hoe was trippin’
She think I wanna taste her pu**y
I ain’t tastin’ shit like a COVID symptom
I’ma social distance, b*tch

Clicking with the right audience on TikTok can certainly lead to viral fame. Just ask Mooski. The rapper’s single, “Trackstar” became a viral sensation with artists like Keyshia Cole and Coi Leray (who also was the female lead in the music video) shared their own dance videos on IG and other social platforms. However, the virality of the song also turned it into one of those records that everyone wants to hop on.

This week, Trapboy Freddy came through with a freestyle over Mooski’s hit record. With the cover art depicting Ricky’s death in Boyz N The Hood, Freddy mirrors the film’s theme in many ways as he details the vicious nature of the streets.

Check out Trapboy Freddy’s take on Mooski’s hit “Trackstar” below.

Quotable Lyrics
I’m duckin’ laws, I’m duckin’ blogs
They on my balls
These n***as soft, I’m just a boss like Rick Ross
Some comin’ home, some goin’ in
God damn, I gotta call my lawyer ass again 

It looks like Brooklyn’s Sleepy Hallow is aiming to outwork his peers this year. The rapper’s coming with back-to-back hits, first releasing “2 Sauce” and now, arriving with his latest record, “2055.” The tone is set on the rapper’s melancholic anthem by bluesy guitar tones and heavy drums. Hallow shares his woes through monotone sing-rap delivery as he details loneliness and mistrust. Despite the gloomy tone to the single, the infectious hook makes it as anthemic as any of his more adrenaline-fueled records.

Sleepy is nearly a year removed from the release of his last project, Sleepy Hallow Presents: Sleepy For President which featured the single, “Deep End.” Following the release of the project, the rapper unveiled “Tip Toe” ft. Sheff G which reached nearly 6M views on YouTube since its August release.

Peep the latest from Sleepy below. 

Quotable Lyrics
I know n***as cap, and bitches lie
Came from dirt, can’t go back
You can see it in my eyes

The Certified Speaker is officially back with the release of his new single “GO!” featuring BIG30. MoneyBagg Yo’s new single was announced alongside the release date for his upcoming studio album, titled A Gangsta’s Pain, which will be out on April 23.

Following the release of his latest single “Hard For The Next” with Future, Memphis rapper MoneyBagg Yo returns with another new track called “GO!” This time, the multi-platinum recording artist grabs guest vocals from BIG30, one of the buzzing rappers rising out of Bagg’s hometown. 

The 29-year-old Bagg spits his signature flows before making way for BIG30 to deliver his booming raps in the second verse. 

Recently, the Certified Speaker caught up with HotNewHipHop for our latest digital cover story. Be sure to check that out here and listen to Bagg’s new single “GO!” below. A Gangsta’s Pain will be released later this month.

Quotable Lyrics:

Not you ‘pposed to be gangsta but salty ’bout a hoe
How the f*ck my artist bigger than your CEO?
Why the hell she know I’m toxic but still f*ck with me?

Since going independent, Asian Doll has showcased her versatility on numerous occasions but it seems that ever since the passing of her ex-boyfriend King Von, she’s been diving deeper into the sounds of drill. “Nunnadet Shit” was what many would consider her foray into the Chicago subgenre, though it wasn’t necessarily well-received.

This week, the rapper returned with another new single with a unique take on Brooklyn’s variation of a drill. On her new single “Twice,” Asian Doll simultaneously brings out a seductive side through auto-tuned tweaked melodies over a high-octane drill production. This might be the most accurate glimpse at Asian Doll’s pop sensibilities, especially after proving that she can hold her own on the microphone. 

Check the latest from Asian Doll below and sound off in the comments.

Quotable Lyrics
Don’t want your n***a, I’m sorry
Pull up, crash the party
Give me, give me more
Pistol in the drawer
Henny, we gon’ pour
We gon’ start a hood war

Tommy Newport is giving us a taste of his first piece of music to follow Ultra Mango. The artist returned with his new single, “Stargazer” ft. EarthGang earlier today. Newport delivers a dreamy, upbeat vibe that perfectly fits the eccentric stylings of the Dreamville duo.

“Stargazer was written in LA & I’m honored to have my first released collaboration be with the insanely talented EarthGang,” Newport told Complex. “Once I laid down the hook I knew it felt right. There’s not a dull moment in this song and they absolutely killed it.”

“Working with Tommy is always such a vibe,” producer 4th Pyramid said. “Being able to finally tie in his sound to my hip-hop roots was something I’ve wanted to do. EarthGang brings a kaleidoscope of creativity and were the perfect pairing to complement our sound. It was a no brainer to get them on this record.”

Check the song out below.

Quotable Lyrics
So what’s the point in fightin’ nature?
You’d rather get to chuggin’ and say, “Fuck it, I dont blame ya”
At least you’d stop overthinkin’ every conversation
At least if pain is on the way, it’s somethin’ to delay it 

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When one of rap’s most celebrated MCs and producers come together, you know you’re about to get something special. Talib Kweli and Diamond D have been revving up for the release of a brand new collaborative project, Gotham. The rap titans emerged last week with the release of their latest single, “Attention Span” ft. Skyzoo. Diamond D brings a hardcore and gritty instrumental to the table for Talib Kweli and Skyzoo to flex their pen game over. Slick bars, tight flows, and top-tier production are exactly what this trio of artists brings to the table on this record. “You don’t pay attention, man/ That’s why your pockets is the size of your attention span,” Talib raps off the rip.

Check out the latest track from Talib and Diamond D below.

Quotable Lyrics
You know how the story go, born alone, die alone
‘Til they bring the gentrified home for the glory road
They made us underrated icons in front of a tripod
‘Cause for every Chelsea Handler, there’s always a Tyshawn