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There are few rappers who could say they were able to make a cameo in a Sum 41 music video, star alongside Jet Li on the big screen, and freestyle alongside Jay-Z, all while creating some of the most important music of an era. DMX’s career transcended Yonkers and even hip-hop but it was his honesty, along with his gruff voice, that continues to resonate with fans in the wake of his passing. 

Flesh Of My Flesh Blood Of My Blood is an exploration of the many dimensions of X’s character and artistry, from the eerie conversations with the devil on “The Omen” ft. Marilyn Manson showcasing his brilliant writing to lyrically blacking out alongside Jay-Z and The LOX over Swizz production. On “Slippin’,” X provided us with an autobiography of his life of the hardships he faced throughout his life. More importantly, it captured his resilience, strength, and faith. Through that, X has inspired and provided comfort to millions through his words, music, and life story. 

RIP DMX.

Quotable Lyrics
Nothin’ but love for those that know how it feel
And much respect to all my n***as that kept it real
Kept a n***a strong, kept a n***a from doin’ wrong
N***as know who they is and this is your fuckin’ song

Brockhampton has been a massive force in the music industry since 2017 when they burst onto the scene with their SATURATION series. These albums are what introduced many fans to the group and since that time, they have received major label support and have continuously updated their sound. Now, they are right back with a new album called ROADRUNNER: NEW LIGHT, NEW MACHINE, and it is packed full of great new songs, including “WHEN I BALL.”

This track features some crisp production which has always been the standard for the group. From there, the various different members offer up some emotional lyrics that take a look at their childhoods and where they’ve gotten to now. It’s clear each member has been through a lot, and these experiences culminate in yet another phenomenal effort.

Quotable Lyrics:

My momma said I didn’t come into this world with tears
Instead I welcomed her with open eyes and open ears
Became the glue to a few things that couldn’t be repaired
We saw a future in each other, blending hope and fear

He’s known for his Hip Hop beats that get heads bobbin’ and bodies moving, but Charlie Heat has delivered his R&B offering on Friday (April 9). The Grammy-nominated producer has worked with some heavy-hitters in the industry and is well-respected among his peers, so it’s only fitting that he continues to stretch his artistic wings. He dropped off his latest project Valentine’s Son, an R&B compilation that hosts features from several artists, including Sevyn Streeter on “IOU.”

Sevyn belts through the track as she sings about someone who came into her life and set things right with a little love and support. Meanwhile, Charlie Heat said of his project, “I’ve always been known for the energy I bring to my beats in Hip Hop, so I wanted to give my fans a different experience with my art through R&B.” Stream “IOU” and let us know what you think.

Quotable Lyrics

I was so closed off from the world, I was over it
You came right along and you
Changed my world around
Changed my world around
When I was over everybody steady taking advantage of my kindness
Taking it for weakness
All I want to say is IOU, IOU, IOU

Today, the world lost a legend. Earlier today, DMX’s team revealed that the iconic and history-making artist had died. In a statement released to media outlets, his team wrote, We are deeply saddened to announce today that our loved one, DMX, birth name of Earl Simmons, passed away at 50-years-old at White Plains Hospital with his family by his side after being placed on life support for the past few days.”

Numerous artists throughout the music industry, as well as several athletes, have offered tributes in honor of the fallen rapper, and now it appears that his label, Cleopatra Records, has also released a new DMX song featuring Bootsy Collins, Steve Howe, and Ian Paice.

Although the timing of its release is eerie, the song was released earlier today prior to the family’s official statement that DMX had passed. The high-spirited single, titled “X Moves,” features DMX attacking the rap/rock song with voracious energy while Parliament-Funkadelic bassist Bootsy Collins,  Deep Purple drummer Ian Paice, and Yes/Asia guitarist Steve Howe contributing to the song’s funky and psychedelic aesthetic.

Regarding the release of “X Moves,” Cleopatra Records founder Brian Perera shared a statement, saying, “As ‘X Moves’ shows, he is still one of the most innovative and original hip-hop artists around. Our hearts go out to all of DMX’s family, friends and supporters.”

While the Hip-Hop community continues to mourn DMX’s passing, at least fans can enjoy another shining example of DMX’s artistry.

Rest in peace, DMX.

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SpotemGottem’s “Beat Box” has gone viral on platforms like TikTok and despite being about a year old at this point, the song continues to get a lot of attention from fans and various others in the hip-hop community. The track has received a ton of remixes at this point and even now, they continue to poor. In fact, NLE Choppa recently lent his voice to the track, on “Beat Box 4.”

As one can imagine, this new remix is full of energy as NLE Choppa delivers fast flows and aggressive lyrics that have a bit of a machine gun quality to them. Overall, it is exactly what you would want from the track, especially given Choppa’s stature. It’s one of the best remixes thus far, and you can stream it, below.

Quotable Lyrics:

Park the car before we hit the street, I’m hoppin’ out on feet
Get up close so I can see his teeth but I’ma keep it brief
Ask do he remember me, then introduced him to my heat
Skrrt off the block, you followin’ this car, your whip be cream cheese

Ever since bursting onto the hip-hop scene, CupcakKe has always been known for her raunchy lyrics that always reference sex in the clearest ways possible. Even the spelling of her name is a reference to a sexual act, which should tell you everything you need to know about her content. With every new song, she continues to grow as a songwriter, and on Friday, she delivered a brand new effort called “Mickey.”

With this song, CupcakKe can be heard over some unique production, all while lamenting about a guy she seemed to be cool with but eventually, he got too comfortable and wasted her time by hanging around other women. This leads to some aggressive bars about how she’s sick of being played and that moving forward, she will have all the power in her relationships. She has whoever she wants on speed dial, and is empowered to call them whenever it pleases her.

It’s yet another dope track from CupcakKe, and you can check it out, below.

Quotable Lyrics:

This that don’t call my motherfuckin’ phone no more
You want that bitch? Then you can have that hoe (Oh yeah)
Only time you seeing me now it’s through a slideshow
Tried to ride for you but man you drive too slow (Skrr)

If there’s one thing Staten Island rapper CJ strives at, it’s his beat selection. In his young career, the rising drill rapper has championed some of the hottest beats in hip-hop, going viral with his interpolation of a well-known Hindi sample in “Whoopty”. The song cracked the Top 10 of the Billboard Hot 100, setting CJ up for major success as one of tomorrow’s music stars.

On Friday, he released the deluxe edition of his project Loyalty Over Royalty, which includes a few new songs, as well as three different versions of “Whoopty”. The standout among the new records is “Lil Freak” with DreamDoll, which uses yet another beat that will get you out of your seat and moving.

Releasing the music video for “Lil Freak” at the same time, CJ is surrounded by beautiful women in Miami, rapping alongside DreamDoll by the pool for the summer-ready anthem.

Listen to “Lil Freak” below and be sure to check out the rest of the Loyalty Over Royalty deluxe here. Learn more about CJ by reading our exclusive Rise & Grind interview with the artist here.

Quotable Lyrics:

Don’t need a b*tch that’s classy
I need a b*tch that’s nasty
F*ck you while you lookin’ at me
She said, “Spit in my mouth and slap me”
That’s how I like it, baby
Love when you ride it, baby
She like, “Nut inside mе, baby”
I’m like, “Girl, you crazy”

Though Mo3 is no longer with us, his memory lives on through a new posthumous album Shottaz 4Eva. With guest appearances from Kevin Gates, YFN Lucci, and Boosie Badazz, the project features several highlight cuts displaying the late rapper’s versatility. One such track is “By The River,” a duet with his longtime collaborator Boosie Badazz, with whom he had a close friendship. Evidently, that friendship effectively translated into chemistry on wax, as this one is easily one of the album’s early highlights.

Over an up-tempo instrumental laced by Keise On Da Track, Mo3 sets it off with an animated opening verse. “Landlord in my apartment knockin’ at the door, got an eviction, I’m like fuck, I need to hit a lick,” he spits. “Catch a ni*ga lackin’, put a jackin’ on him / Stick the gun through the window just a lil bit.” Boosie steps up to match his stride, kicking a quick flow as he spits some violent bars. “He ain’t make it back home, he ain’t make it home, he felt it was comin’, guess he was ready,” raps Badazz. “He took a deep breath, said him a prayer / And threw up his fours at the paramedics.”

Check out “By The River” now, and if you like what you hear, show some love to the late Mo3 by streaming his brand new posthumous album. 

QUOTABLE LYRICS

Traumatized by the block, I gotta think a lot 
Thug stimulate your mind, I’m on some ventin’ shit 
Dope fiends beggin’ for a dollar from me 
But all I got is fifty cents for a cigarette 
Landlord in my apartment knockin’ at the door 
Got an eviction, I’m like fuck, I need to hit a lick

With every song that he has dropped over the past couple of years, Brent Faiyaz has given Hip-Hop and R&B fans reason after reason for why they should be tapped in with his artistry, and his latest release is no different. Today, the artist has linked back with his critically acclaimed collective Sonder to give fans the group’s first single since 2019’s “What You Heard.”

Sonder’s new record, “Nobody But You,” features UK songstress Jorja Smith, and together, the artists have created a sentimental, yet toxic, ballad that will have fans clamoring for more.

The minimal acoustic soundscape is perfect for Sonder and Jorja’s collaboration, as it keeps the attention on Jorja’s angelic vocals and Brent’s signature heartfelt, yet simultaneously disrespectful, songwriting. “Nobody But You” finds artists trying to make amends to a broken relationship while dealing with the trauma and mistrust that ruined it in the first place, and Jorda and Brent absolutely nail that concept.

Check out the lyric video for Sonder and Jorja Smith’s new single “Nobody But You” below. 

Quotable Lyrics

And I know you prolly thinkin’ I ain’t worth sh*t
But I’d never want anyone to bring you any harm
And I’d take it all back just have you in my arms
And I know for a fact who we were ain’t who we are
We are

Hardcore rapper ZillaKami has been putting in work for years as a member of the New York duo City Morgue, and this year, he’s finally gearing up to drop his debut solo album. Last year alone, the artist appeared on records with Denzel Curry, Trippie Redd, and DJ Scheme, and now, he’s using that momentum to drop some heat of his own.

Three weeks after dropping the banging solo single “CHAINS,” ZillaKami is back with another hard-hitting track, and this time around, the New York artist has enlisted Baby Pluto for a feature. ZillaKami and Lil Uzi Vert got on Instagram Live together earlier this year, and after Uzi offered praise for the rising rapper, he expressed interest in collaborating with him as well. Months later, ZillaKami has treated fans to the Lil Uzi Vert-assisted “BADASS.”

Anchored by an intense and repetitive guitar riff, “BADASS” is an aggressive, high-octane that finds ZillaKami ready for war. The City Morgue artist delivers an earworm of a hook and knocks out two electrifying verses, and Uzi comes through with quick, spirited verse of his own.

Check out ZillaKami and Lil Uzi Vert’s new single “BADASS” below. Who do you think went harder — Uzi or ZillaKami?

Quotable Lyrics

Cruisin’ in the whip, I got the stick, I’m booted up (Okay)
Hoes up in the house and all they asses tooted up (Huh?)
Cruisin’ through your block and all I see is fuckin’ dust (Huh?)
Where do y’all reside? (Okay) Why ain’t y’all outside?