Leon Bridges’ Honeyed ‘Redemption Song’ Cover For ‘One Love’ Will Make You Melt

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The Bob Marley biopic Bob Marley: One Love will open in theaters next Friday, but for now, you can check out the film’s soundtrack, which functions as a greatest hits, of sorts, from Bob and The Wailers. Meanwhile, the film’s release will be accompanied by Bob Marley: One Love (Music Inspired By The Film), a seven-song EP featuring contemporary artists like Kacey Musgraves and Daniel Caesar covering the reggae icon’s classic songs. The latest single from the upcoming release is the best so far, with Leon Bridges covering the ultimate track from 1980’s Uprising, “Redemption Song.”

As Bridges is an accomplished guitarist in his own right and has a honeyed whiskey vocal tone, the warmth of his cover could melt even the coldest heart. While it’s not a straightforward cover, the song’s nature as a clean guitar ballad means Bridges’ take is both familiar enough to evoke nostalgia for the original but unique enough to stand on its own.

Bridges is a few years removed from his most recent full-length album, 2021’s Gold-Diggers Sound, but has stayed busy since then, recording two EPs with Texas psych-soul band Khruangbin in 2020 and 2022, and collaborating with Miranda Lambert on “If You Were Mine” in 2023. If “Redemption Song” is the first sign of a possible new release from Bridges in 2024, we’ll take it.

Listen to “Redemption Song” above.

Bob Marley: One Love (Music Inspired By The Film) is out on 2/14 through Tuff Gong/ Island Records.

HotBlock Jmoe Shuts Down All Challengers In His ‘Aye’ Video With MAF Teeski

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Chicago rappers HotBlock Jmoe and MAF Teeski link up to bang it out in the video for “Aye,” Jmoe’s latest single. The song finds the rappers taunting foes in the streets while flexing their own credentials. The new single arrives just a year after Jmoe’s 2023 album, Da Hottest, which featured appearances from G Herbo, Fresco Trey, Tyla Yaweh, and Yung Bleu.

“You can stop all that dissin’ in your raps like you killin’ sh*t,” Jmoe sneers on the chorus, “I asked about you, boy, you innocent.” Meanwhile, the video was shot by Jerry Production (who has also shot videos for other Chicago standouts like Polo G and King Von) and features the two rappers and their respective crews fanning money and repping their hoods as ATVs burn rubber in the background.

While “Aye” marks Jmoe’s first single of 2024, the relentless pace he’s maintained in the past suggests it won’t be his last. Meanwhile, MAF Teeski just released his own first single of 2024 last month. That single, “Magic,” followed the September 2023 release of his album, Slick Almighty.

Jmoe was recently featured on UPROXX Sessions, where he pulled up to perform Da Hottest standout “9x Outta 10” — albeit without the song’s guest Tory Lanez.

Watch HotBlock Jmoe’s “Aye” video featuring MAF Teeski above.

Yung Miami Unleashes Her Wrath On DJ Akademiks With “50/50 Freestyle”

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The Yams Era is officially underway. Yung Miami has been hyping this new mindset and outlook on her career since before 2024. The City Girls rapper and entrepreneur has already built a successful foundation for herself, especially with her award-winning podcast Caresha Please. But, this Yams movement might take her success to another level this year and beyond.

It seems JT is following a similar mentality as she looks to expand her solo catalog. She put out her first single since “No Bars” with “Sideways” just last week. Yung Miami is seemingly looking to do the same with her “50/50 Freestyle.” This is just her second solo single, following up the 2021 record “Rap Freaks.”

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Listen To “50/50 Freestyle” By Yung Miami

“50/50” is a braggadocious banger that sees Miami flexing her beauty and money. However, the point that needs to be made is how ruthless she was toward DJ Akademiks. You can see the lyrics below; she is not playing around one bit. She goes after his manhood and exposes how he uses s*x toys instead of messing around with a real woman, ouch. DJ will almost certainly respond at some point, so be sure to stick around with us for the latest on what should be a developing story.

What are your thoughts on this brand-new single, “50/50 Freestyle,” by Yung Miami? Did you expect her to diss DJ Akademiks so ruthlessly on this one? Who dropped the better single, her or JT? Should both of the City Girls drop a solo project this year? We would like to hear what you have to say about all of this. With that in mind, be sure to leave all of your hottest takes in the comments section below. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest news surrounding Yung Miami and DJ Akademiks. Finally, stay with us for the most informative song posts throughout the week.

Quotable Lyrics:

N**** d**k small, probably why his ball so pissy
Meat puller on your knees, how you standin’ on the business?
Akademiks, you a b****, why you speakin’ on women? (F*** n****)
Yeah, leave him alone
Mr. Pocket P***y, what you beatin’ on?
You see this face, I ain’t one of them b*****s you can hang up on

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Rappers Who Have Received Lengthy Prison Sentences

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In the world of Hip Hop, it’s a sad truth that many rappers have been in prison. The narratives spun by Hip Hop artists often reflect the gritty realities of life in urban America. Moreover, throughout its history, the genre has served as a platform for artists to amplify their voices and share their experiences. However, amidst the glitz and glamor, there exists a darker underbelly.

Unfortunately, Hip Hop culture has a history of being accused of sometimes promoting crime. Many rappers have had to deal with the harsh realities of the criminal justice system, and spend time in prison. These sentences range from a few months to several decades depending on the gravity of the crime committed. In short, unfortunately, many rappers have been convicted of some serious crimes. Here’s a list of rappers who have received some of the longest sentences in prison. 

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C-Murder

In the mid-1990s, C-Murder rose to prominence as a member of the supergroup TRU. Despite achieving success, however, his career was overshadowed by legal troubles. The rapper’s involvement in a high-profile murder case ultimately led to the end of his musical career. In 2002, C-Murder was convicted of the second-degree murder of a 16-year-old fan at a nightclub in Louisiana. He was accused of pulling the trigger, leading to his arrest and subsequent trial. Following his trial, the rapper was sentenced to life in prison with no parole. 

YFN Lucci

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ATLANTA, GEORGIA – DECEMBER 12: Rapper YFN Lucci onstage during SiriusXM+Pandora Playback with YFN Lucci at Pandora Atlanta on December 12, 2019 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images)

When YFN Lucci was accused of murder, assault, and racketeering in 2021, fans did not expect the rapper to turn himself in. However, surprising his devoted listeners, Lucci submitted himself to the authorities. Since then, he has been in jail, awaiting trial. After about three years in jail, his trial finally began. Lucci pleaded guilty to one count of violating the Street Gang Terrorism and Prevention Act. Additionally, the plea deal he took saw prosecutors drop all other charges against him. While YFN Lucci was originally sentenced to 20 years in prison, it was subsequently reduced to 10 years. He has already served three years, and will soon be eligible for parole, according to his legal team.

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Max B

Following his original sentence, Max B would have been one of the rappers to spend the longest time in prison. In 2009, he was arrested and charged in connection with a botched robbery that resulted in a homicide. Alongside his two accomplices, Max B was accused of planning and carrying out the robbery that led to the man’s death. Subsequently, he was found guilty of multiple charges and sentenced to 75 years in prison. However, in 2016, his sentence was reduced to 20 years after he pleaded guilty to aggravated manslaughter.

Tory Lanez

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LONDON, ENGLAND – JULY 05: Tory Lanez performs on stage during Wireless Festival 2019 on July 05, 2019 in London, England. (Photo by Lorne Thomson/Redferns)

The legal battle between rappers Tory Lanez and Megan Thee Stallion ultimately landed Lanez in prison. The case was heavily publicized, and stayed trending for years until Lanez was eventually sentenced in 2023. In August 2020, Megan Thee Stallion accused Tory Lanez of shooting her in the foot. Addressing the accusation through multiple songs, Lanez vehemently denied the shooting. The case dragged on for a while before a verdict was reached. Finally concluding the trial, on August 8, 2023, Tory Lanez was sentenced to 10 years in prison.

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Big Lurch

Of all the rappers on this list, Big Lurch inarguably has the most horrific reason for being in prison. The rapper’s career was marred by a gruesome and tragic incident that led to his incarceration. In 2002, Big Lurch was arrested and charged with the brutal murder of Tynisha Ysais, his roommate. In detail, Ysais was found dead in her apartment with her chest torn open and parts of her lungs missing. Reportedly, Big Lurch was under the influence of PCP at the time of the murder. During the subsequent trial, the rapper’s defense argued that he was not in control of his actions because of the drugs. However, despite these claims, he was ultimately found guilty of murder. Big Lurch was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole on November 7, 2003.

Tay-K

In 2016, Tay-K was involved in a home invasion robbery in Mansfield, Texas, during which Ethan Walker, a 21-year-old man, was fatally shot. Subsequently, Tay-K was arrested and charged with capital murder. While awaiting trial for his involvement in the home invasion, he was placed on house arrest. However, the rapper cut off his ankle monitor and fled to San Antonio, Texas. During his time on the run, Tay-K released “The Race.” The song detailed his experiences as a fugitive and quickly went viral. Subsequently, he was apprehended and sentenced to 55 years in prison. 

AR-Ab

Philadelphia-based rapper AR-Ab was indicted on federal drug trafficking charges in 2019. Not many rappers have served time in prison for drugs as long as AR-Ab will. He was sentenced to 45 years in prison on April 15, 2021. Following his trial, the rapper was found guilty of multiple charges, including conspiracy to distribute controlled substances, and distribution of cocaine, among others.

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Young Thug’s Lawyer Tries To Disprove Bloods Affiliation By Naming Other Artists Using Cs Rather Than Bs

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The RICO case against YSL, and Young Thug in particular, has referenced their musical output as a collective a lot over the past year and a half or so. Moreover, one of their co-founders recently tried to provide evidence of its leader’s “Truly Humble Under God” moniker during a testimony. On Thursday (February 8), it was defense attorney Brian Steel’s turn to defend Thugger’s music and highlight how the prosecution is wrong for using it as a basis for their arguments. While questioning a witness during a court hearing, he specifically brought up rappers and artists who use Cs instead of Bs, mentioning Meek Mill, Post Malone, and more.

If that sounds odd to you, here’s the breakdown: the prosecution had suggested that Young Thug is a member of the Bloods gang, who say Bs instead of Cs so they don’t reference their rival gang, the Crips. As such, Brian Steel wanted to not only call out a double standard here, but also prove that the Atlanta rapper is not the only artist who uses language in this manner. It’s part of a larger defense that aims to separate his art -– and that of the rest of YSL -– from the actual crimes that they are accused of. It’s been a tough battle so far, yet one with no end in sight with plenty of room to turn hopeful or despondent in a matter of seconds.

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Brian Steel Tries To Disprove Young Thug’s Association With Bloods: Watch

Meanwhile, old footage concerning this case also surfaced recently, which caught fans’ interest. This is of a police search authorities conducted in Young Thug’s jail cell back in June of 2022, and it’s hard to believe it’s been this long with no result or verdict. Nevertheless, many fans pointed out how he seemed to have a lot of books and magazines in his cell, which was a heartening sign for some that he was staying entertained and stimulated while behind bars. The “Metro Spider” lyricist surely had to make some staggering day-to-day life adjustments to cope with prison time.

However, not everything surrounding him in the headlines these days relates strictly to his court case. For example, the 32-year-old’s romantic history recently came up again in the news thanks to multiple interactions and gossip about current and past flames. Hopefully the RICO trial itself keeps moving forward, regardless of what people are talking about. With that in mind, log back into HNHH for the latest news and updates on Young Thug and the YSL case.

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