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Drake & Kendrick Lamar Were Once Friendly On “Buried Alive Interlude”

May 2, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Drake and Kendrick Lamar are currently in the midst of a bitter feud that is not getting any prettier. After the release of Kendrick’s “Euphoria,” it seems clear that Drake will be dropping some sort of response. However, fans are a bit concerned as to what is going to happen in this response. If Drizzy decides to press the red button, this could get very ugly. Overall, the feud has fans looking back fondly at when Drake and Kendrick used to be friends. For instance, over 10 years ago, they were collaborating with one another on their projects.

A great example of this is on the album Take Care, which is considered a classic by many. On the song “Buried Alive Interlude,” we get a full two-minute and thirty-second track that sees Kendrick Lamar spitting a spirited verse. Drake is not on the song, although he is there in spirit given the production of the track. Throughout the song, Kendrick delivers bars about his rise to success and everything that comes with it. Considering where Lamar was at in his career at this point, it makes for an interesting listen.

Drake x Kendrick Lamar

One year later, Kendrick and Drake linked up yet against for the song “Poetic Justice” off of Kendrick Lamar’s magnum opus, Good Kid, M.A.A.D City. To be fair, Kendrick has three albums that fans consider to be magnum opus-worthy. Only time will tell whether or not Drake and Kendrick can ever rekindle their friendship. For now, it is not looking good.

Let us know what you think of this collaboration, in the comments section down below. Do you believe that this is one of the best songs on Take Care? Why do you believe the relationship between these two ultimately got sour? Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the music world. We will continue to keep you informed on all of your favorite artists and their upcoming projects.

Quotable Lyrics:

Lookin’ in the mirror, I’m embarrassed
I’m feelin’ like a suicidal terrorist
React like an infant whenever you are mentioned
Mind over matter never worked for my nemesis

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Ice Cube Delivered Immaculate Vibes With His Summer-Ready Track “It Was A Good Day”

April 25, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Ice Cube is one of hip-hop’s most beloved legends. Overall, he has classic records, and he is a pioneer when it comes to West Coast hip-hop. Without him, there are a lot of artists who would simply not exist today. Furthermore, his talents go beyond just hip-hop. He is a successful actor, and a successful entrepreneur who has built his very own basketball league. At this point in his career, he can do pretty well anything. His fans rock with him, and they know he is constantly fighting the good fight.

Having said all of that, the summer is approaching, and there is no doubt that Cube’s music is great when the sun is shining the brightest. A great example of this is his song “It Was A Good Day.” The production from DJ Pooh delivers some nostalgia-inducing guitars that immediately bring you to a happier place. Meanwhile, Cube raps about his day and all of the things he got to do. It is such a simple concept, yet it works extremely well.

Ice Cube x DJ Pooh

This iconic song has cemented its place in pop culture. For instance, it was in the video game Grand Theft Auto-San Andreas, which is known for its West Coast aesthetic. In fact, a lot of younger people were put on to West Coast hip-hop thanks to the game, and this song in particular. These days, Ice Cube still makes music, and he is still putting out great work. Hopefully, he continues to make music for as long as the inspiration still strikes.

Let us know what you think of this classic track from Ice Cube, in the comments section down below. What is your favorite track from Cube? Do you have a favorite album of his that you always go back to? Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the music world. We will continue to keep you informed on all of your favorite artists and their upcoming projects.

Quotable Lyrics:

Drove to the pad and hit the showers
Didn’t even get no static from the cowards
‘Cause just yesterday them fools tried to blast me
Saw the police and they rolled right past me

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Fredo Santana & Kendrick Lamar Combined For A Classic Early 2010s Banger On “Jealous”

March 28, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Fredo Santana was a pioneer in the Chicago drill world. Unfortunately, he passed away in early 2018. Overall, it was a huge loss for the community. Fans were at a loss for words, and to this day, they can’t help but talk about “what could have been.” That said, Fredo Santana left us with an incredible catalog that will be remembered for a very long time. Furthermore, he had some truly monumental collaborations. For instance, he linked up with Kendrick Lamar on the track “Jealous.”

Considering Kendrick Lamar’s recent Drake diss, the rapper is being talked about a lot right now. Fans are being reminded of Lamar’s lyrical prowess, and how he is always able to impress with his word play and his flows. Moreover, social media has been bringing “Jealous” by Fredo Santana back into the mainstream. It was an example of Lamar’s extensive feature run in 2013, and it also spoke to just how incredible of an artist Santana was. You can listen to the Trappin Ain’t Dead cut, down below.

Fredo Santana x Kendrick Lamar

Overall, this song is your typical banger from Fredo Santana. The track has a catchy hook to it and the artist delivers that signature flow that helped him capture the attention of an entire city. As for Kendrick, you know what he’s going to bring to the table every single time. One could argue this verse was in the prime of Lamar’s career, a prime that simply hasn’t ended yet.

Let us know what you thought about this collaborative track from Fredo Santana and Kendrick Lamar, in the comments section down below. Did you enjoy this effort from the two? What was your favorite song or project from Fredo Santana? Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the music world. Overall, we will continue to keep you informed on all of your favorite artists and their upcoming projects.

Quotable Lyrics:

Money change and people change
And people come and people go and act estranged
I’m aggravated ’cause they hated
Confirmation for success anticipated

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Rihanna Flexed Her Hit-Making Abilities On “Shut Up And Drive”

March 21, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Rihanna is one of the biggest pop stars of our time. However, she hasn’t dropped a new album in over eight years. Her last project was the incredible Anti which came out in 2016. Overall, fans have given up on her ever dropping a new album. After all, she has moved on to other projects. For instance, she has been working hard on her Fenty Beauty line. Furthermore, she is a mother now, and that has certainly taken up a considerable amount of her time. Whether or not she drops another album, is anyone’s guess right now.

With Rihanna’s absence from the music world being felt by everyone, fans are now going back to her old projects. A great example of her early work would have to be Good Girl Gone Bad. This 2007 album is a classic that features a ton of incredible songs. Overall, there are so many tracks to choose from when it comes to Throwback Thursday. However, today, we have decided to highlight “Shut Up And Drive.”

Rihanna Delivered With “Good Girl Gone Bad”

This track was yet another example of Rihanna’s hit-making abilities. From the guitar-centric production to the confident singing and racecar-inspired lyrics, this song was a pop music anthem. Riri was on a roll during this time, especially with songs like “Umbrella” and “Disturbia.” That said, “Shut Up And Drive” is a song that has a special place in our hearts.

Let us know your favorite song off of Good Girl Gone Bad, in the comments section down below. What is your favorite Rihanna album? Do you prefer her older albums or do you prefer the newer stuff? Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the music world. We will continue to keep you informed on all of your favorite artists and their upcoming projects.

Quotable Lyrics:

I’ve got class like a ’57 Cadillac
Got overdrive with a whole lot of boom in the back
You look like you can handle what’s under my hood
You keep sayin’ that you will, boy, I wish you would

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Kodak Black Had Fans In A Trance With “Tunnel Vision”

February 22, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Kodak Black is someone who has had a few troubles over the last few years. Recently, he was put in jail on drug charges and was kept there for quite some time. However, yesterday, he was finally released. Unfortunately, he came right out of jail and threw a rock at a reporter. Overall, it was not a good look for the artist, although some people are blaming the reporter. Whatever the case may be, this has been a bit of a whirlwind, and there is no doubt that fans are concerned for his future.

When these kinds of things happen, fans reminisce about the good times of an artist. As it pertains to Kodak Black, there are plenty of gems from the late 2010s. Of course, one of those songs is none other than “Tunnel Vision.” This track came with some production from Metro Boomin, and one could make the argument that it is one of Kodak’s biggest hits. All of the acclaim is for very good reason.

Kodak Black With A Modern Classic

From the hypnotic production to Kodak’s singing on the song, there is something endearing here. Moreover, he came through with some pretty funny quotables that fans will immediately recognize. When you think about 2016 and 2017-era Kodak, this is certainly one of the first tracks you think about. Hopefully, he can stay out of trouble, and give us more gems like this one.

Let us know what you thought of the track “Tunnel Vision,” in the comments section down below. What is your favorite Kodak song, and what would you say is your favorite album? Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the music world. We will always be sure to keep you informed on all of your favorite artists and their upcoming projects.

Quotable Lyrics:

I jumped up out the Wraith, Kodak bought a Wraith
I get any girl I want, any girl I want
She want me to save the day, but I ain’t got a cape
She wanna see me every day, she wanna be my bae

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Kanye West Reignited His Beef With Taylor Swift On “Famous”

February 15, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Kanye West had a lot of people stressed out as it pertains to the rollout for The Life Of Pablo. Overall, this was an album that went through a lot of changes. Even after its release, the project was continuously being tinkered with. From fixing mixes to adding features, TLOP acted as some sort of free-flowing art project. Although the reviews for the album were mixed at first, it seems like the album has aged extremely well. Sure, there are some questionable bars on it, but some of the production here can be classified as Ye’s best.

During this era, Ye didn’t really care whom he offended. You can say the same of his current mentality. However, this was really true with The Life Of Pablo. Yesterday, the album turned eight years old, and with Taylor Swift-Kanye conspiracies running rampant, we figured it would be appropriate to revisit “Famous.” Fans know this as the song where Ye theorized about having sex with Taylor. This led to a huge firestorm that even involved a leaked phone call with Kim Kardashian. Whatever the case, this song remains memorable for both the lyrics, and the incredible Rihanna feature.

Kanye West Couldn’t Help Himself

Like many of the tracks on The Life Of Pablo, this song is anthemic. It has phenomenal production while Ye sounds as confident as ever. On an album like Vultures, his lyrics have gone completely downhill. However, The Life Of Pablo and “Famous” in particular will have you yearning for a time when Ye still cared about having a personality. No matter what, you can’t help but feel like TLOP is a moment in time we will unfortunately never get back.

Let us know your favorite track off of The Life Of Pablo, in the comments section below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for more news and updates from around the music world. We will continue to keep you informed on all of your favorite artists and their upcoming releases.

Quotable Lyrics:

I be Puerto Rican day parade floatin’
That Benz Marina Del Rey coastin’
She in school to be a real estate agent
Last month I helped her with the car payment

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Kanye West & Kendrick Lamar Delivered A Rap Epic With “No More Parties In LA”

January 25, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Kanye West came out with The Life Of Pablo back in 2016. Overall, this is a project that fans were extremely excited about. Although there were some detractors to the album at first, it is now considered as another classic in his discography. Moreover, there were some interesting singles that were released prior to the full release. One of those tracks was none other than “No More Parties In LA.” In fact, just a week ago today, this song turned eight years old. It is a song that features Kendrick Lamar and has some of Kanye’s best rapping of the last decade.

Ye has delivered plenty of tracks that feature great rapping over the years. However, “No More Parties In LA” is something truly special. Kendrick was at the top of his game during this era, so to have him on the song came as a surprise. Moreover, Kanye outrapped Kendrick at points. Sure, Kanye had a much longer part, but no matter. Ye was going ballistic on the song, and it made for one of the most memorable moments on all of TLOP.

Kanye West x Kendrick Lamar

These days, this track continues to live in infamy. Whenever Ye gives us a poorly phrased “Burger King” bar, fans reflect fondly on perhaps the last great verse he ever gave us. Hopefully, Ye gets back to this version of himself sometime in the future. At this point, it is hard to believe it will ever happen.

Let us know your thoughts on “No More Parties In LA,” in the comments section down below. Is this your favorite track off The Life Of Pablo? If not, what is? Also, who had the better performance, Ye or Kendrick? Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the music world. We will always be sure to keep you informed on your favorite artists and their upcoming releases.

Quotable Lyrics:

A backpack n***a with luxury tastebuds
And the Louis Vuitton store got all of my pay stubs
Got pussy from beats I did for n****s more famous
When did I become A-list? I wasn’t even on a list

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Ja Rule & Ashanti Delivered A Classic With “Always On Time”

January 4, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Ja Rule is an artist who dominated the late 90s and early 2000s. Overall, he is someone who appreciated r&b and merged it with his brand of rap. Ultimately, this proved to be commercially successful, and it led to iconic tracks and albums. In 2001, he dropped Pain Is Love which is an album that is still discussed to this day. Within the tracklist are some true gems that showcase Ja’s talent for songwriting and collaboration. Of course, one of the songs that still gets a ton of plays is “Always On Time,” with Ashanti.

This is a classic song of that era that still stands the test of time. Although Ja Rule’s career eventually fizzled out a few years after this project, the fans still remember fondly. Furthermore, the artist is thinking of making a comeback and dropping a new album. Consequently, songs like “Always On Time” are being remembered with a sense of fondness and nostalgia.

Ja Rule In His Prime

The track, produced by Irv Gotti, has some gorgeous guitar samples that compliment Ashanti and Ja Rule nicely. Ashanti’s hook on the song is iconic and it makes you want to sing along. Meanwhile, Ja comes through with solid verses that are quite raunchy in nature. The chemistry here is off the charts, and there is no doubt that these two knew how to make hits together.

With Ja Rule looking to drop an album soon, let us know what your expectations are for his new music, in the comments section below. Also, tell us which Ja Rule songs and projects are your favorites. Lastly, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the music world. We will continue to keep you informed on your favorite artists and all of their upcoming releases.

Quotable Lyrics:

Girl, get a grip, c’mon, pull it together
It’s only a sunshower, we been through worse weather
Like, the stormy nights you wrote a Dear Ja letter
And took my Benz and keyed and cut the leather

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50 Cent Showcased His Incredible Hook Writing Skills On “P.I.M.P.”

December 28, 2023 by newhiphopnews

50 Cent delivered a masterpiece with his 2003 album Get Rich Or Die Tryin’. This album is officially 20 years old and it is hard to believe that is the case. After all, a lot of our readers and even writers on this site grew up on this album. For younger millennials and some Gen Z, this was their introduction to the genre. However, for others, this was just another great album in a sea of legendary releases from the hip-hop world. With the culture turning 50 years old this year, it is important to talk about albums like Get Rich and give it its due flowers.

20 years ago today, this album was crowned the best-selling album of 2003. It went up against some heavy-hitters that year, however, Fif was the one who dominated the year. With that said, we are celebrating this Thursday by highlighting a track from the album. Below, you will find the audio of the song “P.I.M.P.” This is a track that has some iconic production, and that hook is just another example of how Fif was on another level at this time.

50 Cent Forged His Legacy With “GRODT”

Overall, this is a defining album of the 2000s. Songs like “P.I.M.P.” further that legacy and make this one of the greatest hip-hop projects ever. Of course, there are plenty of great tracks to choose from off of this project. It is a huge accomplishment for Fif and one that we are glad to have, all of these years later.

Let us know your favorite song on Get Rich or Die Tryin’, in the comments section below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for more news and updates from around the music world. We will continue to keep you informed on your favorite artists and all of their upcoming releases.

Quotable Lyrics:

She feed them foolish fantasies, they pay her ’cause they want her
I spit a little G, man, and my game got her
An hour later, have that ass up in the Ramada
Them trick n****s in her ear sayin’ they think about her
I got the bitch by the bar, tryna get a drink up out her

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Playboi Carti Delivered A Hypnotic Banger With “Over”

December 21, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Playboi Carti has been dropping a whole lot of music as of late. Overall, this is kind of surprising. Carti is a mysterious artist and we don’t typically hear him drop singles in succession. However, he has given us three incredible tracks in just a short amount of time. It has been an impressive display, and fans are definitely happy about what they are hearing. With that said, his upcoming album is certainly making us nostalgic for Whole Lotta Red.

It also helps that Whole Lotta Red dropped on Christmas Day in 2020. At the height of the pandemic, Carti swooped in and ultimately saved Christmas. The album may have been a bit divisive at first, but there is no doubt that it was a success. At this point, it is considered a classic, and on this wonderful Thursday, we offer a throwback. Below, you can find the track “Over” which was a callback of sorts to 2018’s Die Lit.

Playboi Carti Has Hits

This is a song with hypnotic production that completely takes over. It will immediately leave you in a trance as Carti delivers some nice vocals that fit the track perfectly. No, this song is not about the bars. Instead, it is simply about the vibes. It makes for a great listen and it is one of the many reasons why WLR is a fantastic body of work.

Let us know what you think of “Over,” in the comments section down below. What is your favorite song off of Whole Lotta Red? Also, tell us how excited you are for the new Carti album to come out. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for more news and updates from around the music world. We will continue to keep you informed on all of your favorite artists and their upcoming releases.

Quotable Lyrics:

We rob the bank ’cause we want profit (Damn)
We took our share and kept it solid (What? What? What?)
We took that route ’cause we about it (Yeah)
Say you catchin’ them bodies, I highly doubt it (Catchin’ them bodies, what? Yeah)

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