Rotimi Releases “ILMSY (MOVES)”, Announces New Album
Multifaceted Billboard charting and RIAA certified singer/songwriter Rotimi is making waves once again with his latest single “ILMSY (MOVES)” available now on all major streaming platforms. This infectious track not only showcases Rotimi’s signature blend of R&B and Afrobeats but also marks his directorial debut, as the multi-talented artist took full creative control of the visuals – from conceptualization to execution.
The in-house production sets the tone as Rotimi adds more exciting news, announcing his upcoming album, In My Heart, In My Veins, slated to release on November 1. This project marks Rotimi’s first full-length offering in two years promising fans a rich, genre-spanning experience that solidifies Rotimi’s position as a versatile and innovative force in the music industry.
“ILMSY (MOVES)” serves as a tantalizing preview of what fans can expect from the full album. The track embodies Rotimi’s signature sound, seamlessly fusing R&B and Afrobeats to create an irresistible, dance-worthy vibe. Lyrics like “I love me some you, all the little things you do, all the little words you chew, everything that makes you you” highlight the song’s theme of deep admiration and love for a partner.
The accompanying visuals for “ILMSY (MOVES)” capture the essence of this admiration, presenting a feel-good atmosphere that invites viewers to get up and dance. True to Rotimi’s style, the video complements the song’s infectious energy and showcases his charismatic on-screen presence.
The upcoming In My Heart, In My Veins album is set to be a unique presentation that flawlessly showcases the duality of Rotimi’s artistry. The project will be presented as a double feature, with the first half dedicated to R&B and the second half focusing on Afrobeats. This innovative approach aims to satisfy fans across multiple genres, highlighting Rotimi’s versatility and range as a musician.
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Quavo And Lana Del Rey Release “Tough” (Gravagerz Remix)
Grammy-nominated artists Quavo and Lana Del Rey join forces with Luxembourg-based DJ and producer Gravagerz for the latest dance remix of their hit single “Tough.” After charting on the Billboard Hot 100 following its original release, Gravagerz reimagines the country-trap summer anthem into an ethereal club banger. His lush chord progressions, high-tempo drum groove, and deep-house synth melodies create a new backdrop for Quavo and Lana’s heart-string pulling vocals, making the track a must-play for DJs. This new rendition follows last week’s hypnotically funky Channel Tres remix, adding another layer of excitement to the song’s ongoing success.
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Happy 54th Birthday To Hip Hop’s Female GOAT MC Lyte!
Born on this day in 1970, Lana Michelle Moorer has been a pillar of feminism and respect for women in Hip Hop since her 1986 debut. After her first single, “I Cram to Understand U” sent shock waves through the growing New York Hip Hop scene, Lyte was awarded a record deal from First Priority Music and given the ability to take her message to the street.
MC Lyte was the first woman to tackle any issue of feminism in Hip Hop and was in no way quiet about it. Her debut album, Lyte as a Rock, was a middle finger to Hip Hop’s male standard, serving as the first full-length album from a female rapper. Here stood a young woman lyrically holding her own in a sea of some of the most hungry and prolific MC’s in the genre’s history while simultaneously checking the whole industry on their lack of respect for the fairer sex. Her ability commanded a positive response and made her a new force to be reckoned with.
Her follow up album only did more for her career, creating her image as Hip Hop’s female kingpin, demanding respecting and delivering nothing but fire. This album, titled Eyes on This, also housed Lyte’s first hit single “Cha Cha Cha” which spent 18 weeks at #1 on the Billboard Hot Rap Singles chart proving that MC Lyte was here to stay.
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Ab-Soul Drops New Single “Squeeze 1st 2,” First Release Since 2022’s ‘Herbert’
Los Angeles-based rapper Ab-Soul has released a brand-new track, “Squeeze 1st 2.” The song showcases Soul’s introspective flow over a laid-back, mid-tempo beat, enriched by soulful horn arrangements. This marks his first solo offering since 2022’s critically acclaimed album Herbert, which ended his six-year hiatus.
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Drake Hints at Financially Helping Young Thug with YSL Rico Case
Drake has been vocal about his support for Young Thug online and in raps, but now he seems to be detailing it a bit more.
Sharing a selfie on his Instagram Story, Drake alludes to putting some money on Young Thug’s RICO case: “I ain’t talking to talk man I really put [bread emoji] on the [briefcase emoji] 3 Jeff.”
Drake showing love to Young Thug via IG
“I ain’t talking to talk man I really put
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— NFR Podcast (@nfr_podcast) October 10, 2024
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50 Cent Has Filed A $5 Million Trademark Infringement Lawsuit Against Popular Jeweler TraxNYC Over ‘Knock-Off’ Chains
After snatching several major wins in court and dodging other cases, 50 Cent has seemingly become music’s “Teflon Don.” Now, the “In Da Club” rapper is putting his legal streak on the line. Yesterday (October 10), 50 Cent (real name Curtis Jackson) reportedly filed a new lawsuit.
According to TMZ, 50 Cent is suing TraxNYC (real name Maksud Trax Agadjani), a popular jeweler, for trademark infringement and violating his right of publicity. The suit, which could cost TraxNYC up to $5 million, isn’t about a purchase made by 50 Cent, but what the business owner is accused of doing to sell his glitzy inventory.
In the filing, 50 Cent alleged that Agadjani used his likeness to sell “knock-off” chains with pendants eerily similar to his famous cross piece. “Mr. Jackson takes the unauthorized use of his name and likeness for commercial purposes seriously,” said a representative for 50 Cent in a statement.
Across Agadjani’s Instagram page, he shared photos with 50 Cent and in other uploads tagging him, which the mogul’s legal team argued could lead potential patrons to assume he was connected to the brand.
In multiple posts, 50 Cent called out Agadjani. “Every now and then someone does something like this,” he wrote. “I don’t know why, but I do know I’m a need that by Monday.”
Then 50 Cent doubled down, writing: “This fool took my custom piece copied it, then posted this 7 hours ago using my likeness to sell them. He must don’t know how this works, if he talks to a lawyer they would tell him this is not good.”
Since the filing, Agadjani has attempted to make amends with 50 Cent. In a video uploaded to his Instagram page, he pleaded for 50 Cent to drop the suit. “Yo, 50, a cross is meant for forgiveness, redemption, forgiveness of sins,” he said. “Forgive, forget, let it go, brother.”
However, 50 Cent brushed it off, writing: “Let me think about it. Nah, you tried to play with me! You know the vibes by Monday.”
Lil Durk And Hunxho Cherish Somebody Special With Their Smooth New Collab ‘Late Checkout’
Last week saw Lil Durk announced Deep Thoughts, a new album that follows his 2023 LP Almost Healed. He shared the news alongside the new song “Monitoring Me,” and now he’s back with another. This time, he teams up with Hunxho on “Late Checkout.”
The tune sees Durk infatuated as he raps, “It ain’t nothin’ like the first day I put my lips on you / It ain’t nothin’ like the first date you let me kiss on you / Missionary is gettin’ scary when I lick on you / Strict the first night ’cause I tried to put the dick on you.”
Hunxho expresses a similar sentiment in his verse: “Oh, Lord, why it feel like I already know her? / Why it feel like she been ’round before I blowed up? / And I don’t fuck with n****s at all / So it’s like every time you roll up the only time I show love.”
This comes after Durk popped up on Hood Poet, the latest album from Polo G, this summer. Hunxho, meanwhile, embarked on The One Night Only Tour this past summer, which spanned from May to June.
Listen to “Late Checkout” above.
Deep Thoughts is out 10/18 via Alamo. Find more information here.