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JID & Lute Preview Dreamville Executive Produced “CREED III” Soundtrack With “Ma Boy” Single
We’re just one month away from the exciting premiere of CREED III. As the countdown continues, two of Dreamville’s most prominent lyricists – JID and Lute – have shared a joint track from the film’s forthcoming soundtrack. “Ma Boy” landed on DSPs on Friday (February 3). It sets undoubtedly high expectations for the rest of the songs the label is putting together.
J. Cole’s team is executive producing the music for the Michael B. Jordan-directed effort. However, that doesn’t mean we’ll only be hearing from Dreamville artists on the tracklist.
“Dreamville/Interscope Records worked closely with the franchise’s producers MGM, Proximity and Outlier to create a musical experience that fit not just the film’s needs but one that will be celebrated as its own piece of art,” a press release explains.
“Inspired by both the film and the coming together of various artists on a soundtrack that matches the film’s acclaim and impact on community and culture.”
The full CREED III soundtrack will later be available across DSPs on March 3rd – the same day of the film’s theatrical debut.
Stream JID & Lute’s “Ma Boy” single on Spotify or Apple Music below. Afterward, tell us if you have plans to check out CREED III in theatres next month in the comments.
Quotable Lyrics:
I take a chance and land it, you just be rollin’ the dice
My heart is as cold as Atlantic, I just be drippin’ in ice
I been that guy since I landed, you a know a real one in sight
You know that this wasn’t handed, you know this really my life
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JID and Lute Team Up on “Ma Boy” for ‘Creed III’ Soundtrack
Dreamville Announces “Creed III” Soundtrack
When both music and movie fans can rejoice, those moments can make for some of the best in a year for pop culture. While many teased and spoke about this crossover, its confirmation is setting those high expectations up. Dreamville just announced their soundtrack for Creed III, the next franchise installment. Moreover, the film is directed by and starring Michael B. Jordan, who previously teased the team-up. “I’m probably gonna get in trouble,” he expressed at ComplexCon. “Dreamville is executive producing this album.” Now, after that insider scoop, the dominant hip-hop label confirmed their big moment.
While Jordan’s likely over the moon about the crossover, it didn’t stop acting and directing at the same time to be difficult for him. “It’s torture, but at the same time, it’s so much fun,” he told Collider in an interview. “It was the challenge of accomplishing it all, with the multitasking nature of developing the story, trying to stay in shape, and giving all the departments what they individually needed, to go do their job.” However, maybe one of the many hats he wore was also making sure this soundtrack felt right. While no one from either camp has yet commented on it at length, some of Dreamville’s camp hyped up its Instagram reveal in its comments. For example, Bas commented a punching emoji, while Morray posted two fire emojis.
Still, the soundtrack will likely fit well when paired with the on-and-off-screen themes of perseverance and dedication. “It’s really hard to put into words,” the director and actor shared. “Every day was a struggle, but honestly, it was the team of people that I had around me that got me through it. You’ve really gotta surround yourself with the right help, so that you can focus on the things you need to focus on. Sometimes that’s doing two things at one time, or three things at one time. It’s just part of the job.
New Bas album coming
Y’all ready? pic.twitter.com/DTTEO4qmvI
— Team DREAMVILLE (@TeamDreamville) January 31, 2023
“Once you step behind the camera,” he continued, “the undertaking that it is, from the outside looking in, it’s tough.” However, through that hard work and passion, we’re probably getting something very special soon from these creatives. Are you excited for Dreamville’s soundtrack for Creed III? Whatever the case, let us know in the comments down below. Also, as always, come back to HNHH for updates on movie and music crossovers and the much anticipated Creed III.
The Weeknd Heads To Pandora In “Nothing Is Lost (You Give Me Strength)” Music Video
The Weeknd’s returned with a set of visuals for his contributions to Avatar: The Way Of The Water.
The Weeknd dropped “Nothing Is Lost (You Give Me Strength)” in December. The song serves as the official theme song for the blockbuster hit, Avatar 2: The Way Of The Water. Today, he shared the official visuals nearly a month following the film’s release. Directed by Quentin Deronzier, the video captures the mysterious allure of Avatar while flashes of The Weeknd cut in between scenes. Though the singer isn’t necessarily the star, the music video bridges together his song and the film even more.
The Weeknd explained how his contributions to the song felt like a full-circle moment in his life. When the first movie dropped, he was homeless and dropped out of high school without any certainty of where his future was heading. However, the film felt like “such an escape” from his real life. Additionally, Cameron specifically wanted The Weeknd to provide the soundtrack.
“It feels kismet and it’s a full-circle moment for me to be a part of something like this, because it is such an important film for me,” he said.
The Weeknd worked alongside Swedish House Mafia and James Cameron to bring the song to life. “The best part about writing the song was getting notes from James and making sure that all the lyrics and the tones fit the themes of the film. I think I rewrote the song maybe six times to make sure it was perfect, he said.
Check out the official video for “Nothing Is Lost (You Give Me Strength).” Share your thoughts on his new single and video in the comments below.
The Weeknd Debuts “Nothing Is Lost (You Give Me Strength)” From “Avatar 2”
Disney’s preparing the release of Avatar 2: The Way Of The Water. Ahead of its release, The Weeknd released the first single from the soundtrack.
The new song initially appeared in the teaser for the movie earlier this month on The Weeknd’s page. Swedish House Mafia and composer, Simon Franglen, who scored the film, co-produce The Weeknd’s new single for Avatar 2.
Jon Landau, Avatar 2: Way Of The Water producer, explained how the song came together. It began after Landau met The Weeknd during the After Hours til Dawn Tour this summer.
“When he came in, Swedish House Mafia came up with the concept of the song, and they embraced working with our composer, Simon Franglen. And together, they came up with a song that is true to who The Weeknd is but is organic to our film,” Landau told Complex. “And that’s what was important to us. We didn’t want just something to come on at the end of the movie that felt outside of it, but he embraced that collaboration, and his voice, oh my God.”
The Weeknd is coming off of an incredibly strong year. At the top of 2022, he released his new album, Dawn FM — an undeniably solid body of work. Since then, he hit the road in support of his latest project. As a result of his charitable efforts, the 2022 CMW Allan Slaight Humaniratian Spirit Award was awarded to The Weeknd. The Canadian singer’s latest honor recognized his philanthropic efforts.
“That this is a Canadian award sits deep with me,” he said. “Allan and The Slaight Family Foundation are known across the country for their generous philanthropy, and it means a lot to be acknowledged, and is an honour to be recognized along with the legendary Canadian artists who received this award before me.”
Check out The Weeknd’s new song for Avatar 2 below.
Quotable Lyrics
If I die, if I stay, give me strength
I’m with you either way
Nothing’s lost, no more pain
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