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Bankroll Freddie dropped off a new album this past week entitled Big Bank. The project has gotten a lukewarm response from fans and critics, however, there are definitely some bangers on there. Case in point: “Dope Talk” featuring 2 Chainz and Young Scooter. This anthemic banger is sure to get your head nodding in satisfaction. 

The instrumental is simple. It is made of a haunting piano note, repeated over trap percussions. It gives the beat an almost dirty feel, like some street-cut grimey hip-hop. Bankroll Freddie opens the track with a dope verse before 2 Chainz comes brings his comedic and lively energy to the second verse. Young Scooter comes to finish the track out, leaving fans wanting for more. 

Quotable Lyrics
I’m a two-time felon
Don’t get ahead of yourself
You might get beheaded
Your momma want some credit
Head ain’t good enough forget it

The world of crypto can be confusing. NFTs are digital assets that are unique. Think of them like video game skins that kids buy: they only exist in the digital realm and you buy them for clout. And they’re unique and cool. The world of NFTs is more complicated than that, and musicians have started to make a bunch of profit off them.

The Weeknd auctioned off his first NFT collection today, and of course, it has hit the internet. For those who understand NFTs, this means we can listen to a copy of the song, although we don’t own the artwork or the NFT. The lucky person who got the 1 of 1 NFT song and artwork is sitting pretty right now though.

The single is called “The Source” and is part of a collection called “Acephalous.” The collection highlights eight pieces: the 1 of 1 “The Source” full song and accompanying digital artwork, along with several other edits and cuts of the song that also have their own artwork. The digital art was made in collaboration with Strangeloop Studios.

Quotable Lyrics
Said, I’ll never leave you alone
But this part you do on your own, your own
I said, I’ll never leave you alone
But this part you do on your own, your own

On “Easy,” Lakeyah breaks down how she sets the example for other women in the industry through her success. It took the Milwaukee artist a lot of hard work to get to where she is today, and becoming a recording artist came at the expense of dropping out of the Art Institute of Atlanta and quitting jobs like McDonald’s and Target. It was all worth it, though, because now she can talk over everyone who didn’t believe in her. “Well, tell that bitch to shut her mouth if she ain’t poppin’ shit / Bitch, I want the Dolce & Gabbana, I don’t politic,” she raps. 

Lakeyah calls being signed to Quality Control her biggest accomplishment, and her 2020 label debut Time’s Up featured standout tracks like “Female Goat” with City Girls and “Big FlexHer” with 42 Dugg. Her next tape, In Due Time, is sure to be a hit, and according to a recent interview with HNHH, it’s not too far away. “Another tape, more videos,” Lakeyah said when asked about what’s up next. “I just hope to show my face more, too. I know we are in a pandemic but like, [I want to] be outside more. I really just been working. Like studio time, phone interviews have been my thing right now.”

Listen to Lakeyah’s new single and watch the accompanying music video below, and be sure to listen to In Due Time when it drops on April 9th. 

Quotable Lyrics
Ayy, put that shit on, now all these bitches clockin’ me
I can’t stay away from Wafi, so they watchin’ me
Bitch say she ain’t a fan, but she gotta be
I just clicked her page, I don’t know her, but she follow me

Toosii’s output so far has been impressing fans everywhere, especially those in his home state of New York. The artist has a ton of promise and with each new release, he displays growth in his songwriting ability, which is always the makings of a strong hitmaker. On Friday, he came right back to the fray with a new single called “Back Together,” and it sees the artist in a more vulnerable state.

This track plays much more like a ballad than anything else and it works to perfection. Toosii talks about his life and what he has been through, noting that he is trying to piece himself back together. He is doing this so that he can settle and down and not hurt any more people in his life. It’s a nice piece of self reflection that will make any fan want to tap in for more.

Quotable Lyrics:

Don’t even rush, yeah
You could learn a lot from me, already learned my dirty jokes, oh yeah
Ayy, slow down, no rush, I just want your touch, ah yeah, ayy
Let me hit in the morning, girl, when you yawning, yeah

Estonian rapper Tommy Cash continues to make a splash in America with his raucous energy. In preparation for his new project, MONEYSUTRA, Cash has graced his fans with a new single. “Zuccenberg” features the $UICIDEBOY$ and is produced by Diplo. 

“This song is made in rage and frustration by the energy that has been boiling,” Cash explained. “You can hear in it all the canceled tours, shows, and the waiting! Postponing! Things shaded by the dumb ass virus. All my friends whose clubs got closed, jobs taken away. It has all in it. It represents all that boxed in energy, but at the same time it welcomes the future.”

Diplo’s bouncy instrumental gives the single an energetic and monstrous feel, while Cash and the $UICIDEBOY$ lay down absurd and abrasive lyrics. This is the type of music you hear at a rave or an insane house party. Crank “Zuccenberg” and let us know what you think below. 

Quotable Lyrics
Pussy, money, weed — feel like Tommy Cash
Slicky slicky slick, fuck a bitches gash
Gucci bandana, Lean in my Fanta
Papa in my wrapper, free basing cracka

Yungeen Ace is an artist who has been making a ton of noise as of late and fans are loving his every move. In just a little while, he will be dropping his debut album Life Of Betrayal 2x, and to help promote the project, he has been dropping singles. On Friday, Yungeen Ace took his next step in promoting the project by coming through with the single “Opp Boyz.”

With this track, Yungeen Ace delivers a street ballad of sorts as we are greeted with some tasteful pianos and lowkey drums. As for the tone of the track, Ace gives us some melodic verses and hooks, all while speaking about the pain he has faced throughout his life. It’s clear that Yungeen Ace has a lot to get off his chest, and it’s why his music resonates so heavily with people.

Quotable Lyrics:

Why they tryna put that blame on me?
Walkin’ ’round my city with all these chains on me
I can’t leave my crib without that flame on me, yeah
I can’t let your n***a get no stain on me, yeah

NEZ premiered his brand new track “To The Money” on Friday (April 2) featuring Flo Milli and 8AE, which showcases the dynamic and individual blend of house and hip hop the producer proudly claims as his own.  

The track dances along the lines of Chicago house and rap music, creating a high-energy anthem that doubles as an ode to Black artists reclaiming the House music landscape. The chorus of the track is handled by 8AE, while industry favorite Flo Milli’s signature cadence catches the uptempo rhythm perfectly in the single’s most standout moment.  

Speaking about “To The Money,” Nez explained, “Dance music is Black music. My goal is to bring that conversation back to the forefront. Coming from Chicago I’m very much inspired by the pioneers of house and techno. This track is very exciting for me because I had the opportunity to experiment with a new sound and bring on artists that I believe in – Flo Milli and 8ae.”

Shortly after the single’s release, the trio debuted an electric black and white visual for the track. Check out “To The Money” below and let us know how you’re feeling about it. 

Quotable Lyrics

I laugh to the bank yo hoe don’t think it’s funny
I can get nasty daddy
He tryna cuff he don’t know I’m sassy
Can’t let him fu*k gotta keep it classy
Get to that bag like a target basket

Lil Tjay has been having himself a phenomenal last 12 months and he has continuously impressed rap fans with his versatility and songwriting ability. On Friday, he dropped off a brand new project called Destined 2 Win and it is filled with bangers and some more lowkey love tracks as well. One of the standouts here is a song called “No Cap,” which sees Tjay putting his best foot forward.

The beat on this track is dark but it also provides a more low-key tone as well. Meanwhile, Tjay spits motivational bars while talking about his come-up and all of the adversity he has faced leading to his moment as a star. It’s a track that fits in well with the theme of the album and we’re sure Tjay fans will love it.

Quotable Lyrics:

I’ma just stick to my brothers ’cause I know that we all that we got
Lucky I got me a big chance, no, I’m not missin’ my shot
I been investin’ in myself, stackin’ the wealth, then head to the top
I know n****s proud of my spot, I been gettin’ money a lot

Her docuseries has captured attention now the Demi Lovato is ready to be open and honest about her past struggles. She’s spoken candidly about the overdose that left her with brain damage and being sexually assaulted by her drug dealer before passing out. The revelations have caused a firestorm and it all was leading up to the singer’s latest release, Dancing with the Devil… the Art of Starting Over. The 19-track project is one of Lovato’s most honest, and on “My Girlfriends Are My Boyfriends,” Saweetie joins the singer as she reflects on the importance of friendships.

The pop-heavy track is one pointed toward the ladies as it emphasizes nurturing the relationship with your crew just as much as one would do with a partner. Saweetie slides in at the end with her bestie energy, so check out “My Girlfriends Are My Boyfriends” and let us know what you think.

Quotable Lyrics

I found the love of my life (I found the love of my life)
Wait, I mean the loves of my life (I mean the loves of my life)
My soulmates, my angels
My reasons I’m grateful
Don’t need a ring or a vow (Don’t need a ring or a vow)
I got my day ones around (I got my day ones around)
They’re perfect, they’re priceless
Forever like diamonds (Diamonds)

It has been 24 hours since Lil Tjay released his anticipated Destined 2 Win album and his fans are racking up the rapper’s streaming numbers. The New York artist’s sophomore effort came in at a lengthy 21 tracks and featured artists like Polo G, Fivio Foreign, Toosii, Offset, Moneybagg Yo, Saweetie, and Tyga. The latter two artists linked with Tjay on “Move,” a track with an infectious hook that’s hard to shake.

On the song, all three artists share a few sexually explicit bars—and while the men speak about women who are only around because they want money Saweetie chimes in and seemingly responds. The Pretty B*tch Music rapper opened her verse with, “I just want the best d*ck, I’m lookin’ for a check.” Stream “Move” from Lil Tjay’s Destined 2 Win and let us know what you think.

Quotable Lyrics

She ask if I’m rollin’, I said “B*tch, I might be”
Superstar status, Glock under the white tee
Shawty stand by me, you gettin’ the right things
Baguettes on your chest make your whole body bling
Freak ting, said you like girls, b*tch, I’m on the same thing