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Real Boston Richey Pens A Bop For The Players With “Come Outside (So Sick)”

November 11, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Real Boston Richey is one a few rappers on Future’s Freebandz label that has been seeing some success. Artists like Doe Boy and Young Scooter fit that similar mold. However, none of these names have truly become household acts under the Atlanta legend’s tutelage. But the Tallahassee, Florida native could become that one name that blows up. We feel that way because Real Boston Richey is making songs like “Come Outside (So Sick).”

What we mean by this is that he seems to have found a nice blend of sounds. It’s nothing that hasn’t been done before, but prior to his viral hit “Help Me,” it felt like he was going nowhere fast. But this mixture of moody trap and mild R&B that was prevalent on that record looks to be the secret recipe for him. It’s applied to great effect on other tracks on Richey Rich such as “Still Pray” and “Come Outside.” The latter is more R&B oriented with its chipmunk sampled background vocals and light keys. Lyrically it fits that billing too, as he raps in his raspy voice about encouraging a woman in relationship to link with him instead. With already over 180,000 views on YouTube, fans seem to agree that Richey is finding himself as an artist with tracks like this.

“Come Outside (So Sick)” – Real Boston Richey

Quotable Lyrics:

He ain’t on this s***, baby, come outside with me
Bad b**** from out the country, I’m from Florida, she think I’m Z
She say, “You talk slow and you got perms like Yak and Koly P”
Now she in back of the truck tryna get me to teach her how to yell out, “Glee”
Now we drunk, we in that vibe, lookin’ for more liquor and more weed
Don’t go back on your word, you posted on Twitter, said you was f***-n**** free

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SahBabii Returns From A Two-Year Absence With “Saaheem”

November 8, 2024 by newhiphopnews

SahBabii had a lot of buzz surrounding him in the late 2010’s thanks to a couple of semi-viral singles. The biggest of those was his Loso Loaded collaboration “Pull Up Wit Ah Stick,” which has accumulated over 52 million plays on Spotify. His blends of melodic rap, pop rap, and trap on that cut were extremely intoxicating and its why it’s had sort of a cult-like following since. The S.A.N.D.A.S. project ranks as one of his most important records, including its follow-up Squidtastic. However, after those, SahBabii has been playing more of a background role, but he hasn’t totally disappeared either. For most of the 2020s, the 27-year-old has appeared on several major albums.

Some of them include Lyrical Lemonade’s debut All Is Yellow, NAV and Wheezy’s Emergency Tsunami, and Trippie Redd’s A Love Letter To You 4. On top of this, he hasn’t been the easiest to keep tabs on. His social media profiles are wiped of pretty much any updates. But SahBabii is reemerging right before the end of 2024 to give us a new album called Saaheem. Genius is billing this a sophomore LP, but it’s not totally confirmed. It’s led by just one single, “Lost All My Feelings,” which hit streaming back in 2023. Overall, the production is one of our favorite aspects of it as it all sounds well put together without many hiccups. See what you think of Saaheem and let us know what you think below.

Saaheem -SahBabii

Saaheem Tracklist:

Don Quan Intro
Viking
Roll Wit Me
Anaconda Livin
All The Way
On Film
Kodak
Belt Boyz
Everyday
Lost All My Feelings
Stay Away From Trouble
Sylvan Rd Ridin Down Dill
Mirror Picz
Waikiki
1095 Osborne St
Bi
Save iT Me Babii
Workin

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Hunxho Looks To Make A Splash With Sophomore Record “Thank God”

October 25, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Hunxho’s name has been growing rapidly over these last several months or so. He’s been grinding since 2017, but the 2020’s decade has been especially kind to him. The rapper and singer who has roots in North Carolina and Georgia keeps collecting career milestones as he was recently announced as a 2024 XXL Freshman. He’s also been taking advantage of this stretch by notching some impressive guest spots. He’s got tracks with Lil Durk, Tee Grizzley, Polo G, Latto, Babyface Ray, and so many more.

Now, this weekend, Hunxho is speeding up the path to stardom with his newest album, Thank God. It’s his sophomore studio album released under 300 Entertainment, and it boasts 22 songs. It’s clear that there’s a stronger belief in the man because the feature list is quite impressive and there is a host of producers on this tape. Ty Dolla $ign, Don Toliver, Mariah the Scientist, and his new boo Keyshia Cole, are only a few of the established stars here. Four singles were a part of the rollout, including “Part Of The Plan” and “Hold Me Down.” You’re going to hear a lot of songs about winning and being thankful and humble about it, all of which boast Hunxho’s versatility to melodically rap and croon.

Thank God – Hunxho

Thank God Tracklist:

Thank God
Not Lying
Worth It (feat. Fridayy)
In The Morning (feat. Ty Dolla $ign)
Ight
It’s Okay
Xhosen
New R.R. (feat. Mariah the Scientist & Rylo Rodriguez)
Made Man (feat. Polo G)
Rookie of the Year (feat. Wallo267)
I Can’t Lose
Can’t Forgive
Part Of The Plan
Hot Boy (feat. Lil Durk)
Summertime
East Side Love
Hold Me Down
Amazing Grace
Confused (feat. Don Toliver)
Don’t Let Me Down (feat. Keyshia Cole)
Blue Skies
Everlasting

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Cardi B Promises Her “Amazing And Unique” Sophomore Album Is “Coming Really Soon”

October 17, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Cardi B has been teasing her long-awaited sophomore album for a very long time, to the point where it’s honestly getting funny. After all, you can only make so many “coming soon” posts and statements before fans start really second-guessing themselves. But fortunately for her, at least these new updates from her come with an extra tangible hint that roots them in a more believable context. The Bronx femcee went on Twitter Spaces on Wednesday (October 17) to talk about why she’s now in Los Angeles for a little over a week, and she relayed that it’s all about her next LP.

“I’m also in L.A. because I have to do something pertaining the album,” Cardi B expressed. “I know you guys are going to be like, ‘What the f**k, b***h?’ But it’s something that’s gonna be done really f***ing quick. It’s just gonna be a one-two. I did it when I was pregnant, and nothing came out how I wanted it to come, out so we’re going to do it again. It’s going to be amazing and unique because everything I do, it’s got to be amazing and unique. I’m sorry for the delay. It’s not going to be a crazy delay. It’s going to come out amazing. I’m going to be out here for nine days. Album is coming really, really soon, announcements is coming really really soon. Things are getting more done now! I’m not pregnant no more.”

Cardi B’s Recent Twitter Spaces Session

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— Cardi B (@iamcardib) October 16, 2024

In addition, Cardi B also reportedly spoke on her third child and on her divorce from Offset, which became a pretty wild and contentious affair to witness on social media. Specifically, she said that she feels “weird” about being single because, even though she’s enjoying herself, she doesn’t want to distract herself from working on this new album. All in all, the 32-year-old just wants peace and is a little too paranoid right now to give her time to others, per her words.

Meanwhile, Cardi B recently had a wild birthday celebration, allegedly flashing her fellow femcee GloRilla during her party on a FaceTime call. We’ll see if all these energies manifest into a new studio album sooner rather than later…

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October London Pens Some Evening Love Joints For “October Nights”

October 12, 2024 by newhiphopnews

South Bend, Indiana singer and songwriter is bringing one sultry R&B cut after another on his latest album, October Nights. This is actually the Death Row Records signee’s sophomore effort, and it comes just over a year after his debut, The Rebirth of Marvin. London has been doing his thing in this genre for several years now, and he’s known for his throwback sound that embodies the greats of the 90’s decade. He was able to lend his abilities to the latest NxWorries project Why Lawd? and he honestly was a perfect fit on “FromHere.”

Now, Ocotber London is bringing that tenfold on October Nights. Across this project, you are going to genuinely hear some of the most show-stopping solo performances all year. One of them is on the power ballad “Don’t Go,” as he calls out to a girl to never leave his side. The instrumentals are spacey and have that vintage tinge, and they highlight what London is able to do best. That being those captivating vocals and funky grooves. In talking with Rated R&B, London tells the publication what his goals were for this tape. “Just having fun. Nighttime is the best time for me… October Nights represents having a good time in the nighttime and letting loose.” He accomplished that and then some, so check it out below.

October Nights – October London

October Nights Tracklist:

Slander My Name
Touch on Me
A Beautiful Woman
3rd Shift
Don’t Go
She Keeps Calling
All I Want Is You with Boney James
Don’t Waste Your Time
Kill Shot
Missing You
Bedroom Bully with Tyrese
The Best Problem
Momma
Put You On with Snoop Dogg
The Reception with Ledisi
Time

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BigXthaPlug Brings Charm & Realness To His Sophomore Album “TAKE CARE”

October 11, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Dallas, Texas native BigXthaPlug has stomped into this year with some big expectations. After two successful projects, AMAR and THE BIGGEST, he earned XXL Freshman honors. He joined fellow Texans That Mexican OT and 4batz on that list and it’s going to be interesting to see who separates themselves from one another. So far, we may have to give the slight edge to BigXthaPlug, as he arguably has the best project out all of them now with TAKE CARE. This is his sophomore alum, and it’s all him. The features are getting tossed out for this one, as BigX is looking to show us what makes him who he is as a person.

One of those is being a dad, as he expressed how much it means to him that he is one with Apple Music. The father of two tells Ebro, “My kids is what drives me. That’s the reason when I’m tired and I get up every day when I don’t get up, they’re the reason.” He makes sure to highlight just how much they inspire him on “Therapy Session,” an immediate fan favorite. “When I be away from ’em I cry / ‘Cause I love ’em the most, I’d hate for them to ever say that their daddy wasn’t right on they side.” On top of giving fans “The Largest” look behind the curtain, his producers, namely BandPlay, are bringing that Southern charm thanks to some terrific soulful sample usage from all eras.

TAKE CARE – BigXthaPlug

TAKE CARE Tracklist:

Take Care
Lost The Love
Change Me
Leave Me Alone
Therapy Session
Planting Seeds
Words from WALLO267
Law & Order
Back on my BS
2AM
Story of X
The Largest
Mmhmm
Rich Off Rap
They Don’t Know

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Leon Thomas Explains What It Means To Be A “MUTT” On His Second Album

September 28, 2024 by newhiphopnews

From Nickelodeon’s Victorious to producing and writing for artists like SZA, Drake, Kanye West, and more, Leon Thomas has really seen everything. For some of us at HNHH, it’s hard to disassociate him from his character on the popular kid’s series when he’s writing heavily emotional and explicit tracks. But it just goes to show how much he’s grown in about a decade, and it may be safe to say Leon Thomas is at his most mature on MUTT. Yes, for those who don’t know, the Brooklyn, New York native also has a solo career. This is his second album and a follow-up to 2023’s Electric Dusk.

With this record, Leon Thomas focuses a lot on what his life and love have done to him mentally and emotionally. According to an interview he did with Uproxx, he explains how his dog was a source of inspiration for the themes and its title. “Perfecting that sound and just continuing to tell these stories as I’m a single guy doing my thing, trying to figure it out, trying to find love in a very interesting dating circus that we have right now”, Thomas says. “As I started working on the album in my new home, I began to notice similarities between my dog’s behavior and my own. Even though my dog may sometimes [make mistakes]… I know he means well. This became a metaphor for not being a perfect partner but having good intentions”. Those messages are strong, as are the production and feature choices. Check out MUTT now.

MUTT – Leon Thomas

MUTT Tracklist:

HOW FAST
SAFE PLACE
DANCING WITH DEMONS
VIBES DON’T LIE
LUCID DREAMS (feat. Masego)
FEELINGS ON SILENT (feat. Wale)
ANSWER YOUR PHONE
YES IT IS
FAR FETCHED (feat. Ty Dolla $ign)
SOONER OR LATER (feat. Axofolie)
MUTT
I DO
I USED TO (feat. Baby Rose)
MUTT (feat. Freddie Gibbs) [Remix]

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Cardi B Promises Her Sophomore Album Is Finally Coming In Latest Update

September 3, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Cardi B says that she’s going to “stop playing” and finally release her long-awaited sophomore album. She provided the latest update on the project in a post on X (formerly Twitter) on Monday while celebrating the continued success of her debut, Invasion of Privacy. She shared a post noting that she’s moved over 500,000 total equivalent album units in 2024 despite not dropping a project since 2018. “Album still sellin like good quality p*ssy,” she responded. “OKAY OKAY let me stop playing and drop this second album.”

In response to the post, fans joked about how long they’ve had to wait to hear a new full-length project from Cardi. “That announcement better be this month girl or I’m starting a rumour about whipshots giving me monkey pox,” one user wrote. Another added: “Album going strong and we’re here for it! But hey, don’t tease us drop that second album already! We’re ready for more hits!”

Cardi B Performs During BET Experience In L.A.

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – JUNE 28: Cardi B performs onstage during BET Experience Presents Cardi B, Gunna, Davido, Sexyy Red & Jordan Ward at Crypto.com Arena on June 28, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Aaron J. Thornton/Getty Images for BET)

Cardi has been promising to drop her sophomore album in 2024 at several points throughout the year. Back in April, she reflected on the six-year anniversary of her debut project and admitted she’s nervous to follow up on the critically acclaimed effort. “6 years ago I released my first album and it broke so many records GAH LEE!! 6 years later I’m preparing to drop the next one this year.. it’s so different from what everyone is expecting and I’m sooo excited. Love you guys and thank you for the support! I’ll talk to ya soon I been so busy these last few days.” In another post, she added: “Yeup!!! I’m a little nervous. But I don’t care! I’m liking doing things that my ears want to listen to and reflecting the moods I been in. It feels good.”

Cardi B Teases Her Second Album

It still remains unclear when exactly Cardi will be dropping the next project. She recently shared a video of herself in the studio, although she didn’t seem too excited to be there. Check out her latest update on X below. Be on the lookout for further updates on Cardi B and his sophomore album on HotNewHipHop.

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Dom Corleo Celebrates Turning 22 With Sophomore Album “Under My Influence”

September 2, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Dom Corleo is somebody who we have said doesn’t have too distinct of a style. However, the Fremont, California rapper did have us a little more intrigued with what he did with Veeze on “duh duh duh”. The track had quite a bit of personality thanks to the instrumental choice. The zig-zagging string sections and glitchy piano keys were playful and we do have to show a little love to the now 22-year-old’s performance. It’s blunt in a good way and he does ride the instrumental very well. After hearing it, all we could hope for is that it would translate in some way down the line. Well, impressively, Dom Corleo translates that momentum over to his newest album, Under My Influence.

It’s actually his sophomore tape and he released it to help extend his birthday celebration. Leading up to the release of Under My Influence, Corleo would go on to release “eighteen”, one of his most personal records to date. That’s another reason why this project succeeds. You get to learn a little bit more about him and his life behind closed doors. Here, we learn that he’s lost his grandmother and also has a daughter. The song is touching, as he explains how he grew up so fast and now after witnessing how quick life moves, he doesn’t want his child to get old. Fans have been reacting very positively to Under My Influence, and we can see why. Corleo is on to something, and we hope it continues!

Under My Influence – Dom Corleo

Under My Influence Tracklist:

mona lisa
photoshoot
eighteen
foresureki
duh duh duh with Veeze
real
cruise control
ruby
what dey say
chips n queso
i remember
maybach music

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Drake’s “Take Care” Further Solidifies Classic Status With Jaw-Dropping Milestone

September 2, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Drake must have put something in his 2011 album Take Care because fans can still not get enough of it. The album will turn 13 on November 15 but it feels like it’s hardly aged and this new milestone proves that. According to a repost from djakademikstv, Chart Data has discovered that the sophomore record has now spent 600 weeks on the Billboard Hot 200 chart. This makes it just the ninth LP to do so, ironically tailing just behind Kendrick Lamar’s good kid, m.A.A.d city. Some fans made the effort to point that out in the comments section. “good kid mad city is higher on billboard right now”, one IG user replied.

However, there were a lot of hip-hop fans appreciating the greatness of Drake and Take Care. One floored person writes, “Do yall realize how crazy this is….. 12 YEARS on the charts bro, that is actually insane”. “Absolute classic!!”, another simply states. There were also people reminiscing on why this project means so much to them. “This one right here can never leave #1 for me just the nostalgia alone… like the ending of “Look What You Done” still puts a tear in my eye today … it was just a different time”.

Drake Fans Reminisce About Take Care

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Times certainly are different now for Drizzy, as it seems the whole industry is essentially turning on him. The beef with Kendrick really has shifted things in terms of how people view him. However, just like Take Care, Drake can never truly be forgotten for good. He does have some things in the works post battle, and it will be interesting to see how he handles each step moving forward.

What are your thoughts on Drake’s Take Care spending 600 weeks on the Billboard Hot 200 chart? Is this his best project, why or why not? How often do you revisit the album and what songs do you bump the most? We would like to hear what you have to say, so leave your thoughts in the comments. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest news surrounding Drake. Finally, stay with us for everything else going on in the music world.

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