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Coolio’s ‘Gangsta’s Paradise’ Remains Evergreen on Billboard Global Charts
The Billboard Global 200 and Billboard Global Excl. U.S. charts launched in September 2020, measuring the most popular songs in the world based on global streams and sales (the latter excluding United States-based consumption). For 72 of the 107 weeks since the lists premiered, Coolio‘s 1995 classic “Gangsta’s Paradise,” featuring L.V., has ranked among the biggest hits on Global Excl. U.S. – the most time tallied among songs released in the ’90s. “Paradise” ranks at No. 149 on the most recent, Oct. 1-dated, Global 200 (in its 62nd frame), as well as at No. 151 on Global Excl. U.S. In the week ending Sept. 22, the track drew 14.3 million official streams worldwide, according to Luminate. As previously reported, Coolio, born Artis Leon Ivey Jr., died Wednesday (Sept. 28) in Los Angeles at a...
Ciara Is Striving For ‘Better Thangs’ In Her Life: ‘I Love Where I Am As a Woman’
Ciara is onto “Better Thangs.” Her newly released single featuring Summer Walker is a feel-good, uptempo R&B anthem that inspires listeners to let go of things they can’t control and continuously level up. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Following Ciara’s new label deal with Republic Record and Uptown Records (in partnership with her own Beauty Marks Entertainment) and the July release of her single “Jump,” “Better Thangs” continues to embody positive vibes. The song comes right on time, as the feeling of joy and experiencing the better things in life is quite literally how Ciara says she’s been feeling lately. During a Zoom interview with Billboard, Ciara discussed the making of her new song, describing it as “a feel-good record” that she ...
Maren Morris Makes Fan’s Year by Sharing Long Lost Cover of ‘Edelweiss’
The Twitterverse is alive with The Sound of Music! On Thursday (Sept. 29), Maren Morris gifted a fan with her long lost cover of “Edelweiss” from the golden age musical. “Not a day goes by that I don’t think of @MarenMorris’ rendition of ‘Edelweiss’ that she posted and then deleted. I have gone to the ends of the earth looking for that video,” TikToker Hope Sloop tweeted into the ether, only for the country singer to hear her cry and deliver. “Here’s most of it,” Morris replied, gamely sharing a raw file of a little over two minutes of the tender ballad, on which she croons, “Edelweiss, Edelweiss/ every morning you greet me/ Small and white, clean and bright/ You look happy to see me/ Blossom of snow, may you bloom and grow/ Bloom and grow forever/ Edelweiss, Edelweiss/ Bless my homeland f...
A Decade of Cudi: Signature Tracks Across Kid Cudi’s 9 Studio LPs
Few musical artists have undergone as drastic an evolution as Kid Cudi. A progenitor of an alternative leg of contemporary hip-hop, Cudi broke ground on the genre with his unflinchingly emotional lyrics, high-concept narratives and distinct method of interspersing verses with a melodic humming. In the decade-plus since he put out his first studio album, Man on the Moon: The End of Day, Cudi has proved himself to be an ever-evolving force in music, dipping into rock, techno and lo-fi as easily as he drops bars alongside rap mainstays like Kanye West and Travis Scott. Entergalactic, Cudi’s tenth studio album, as well as the soundtrack to his eponymous animated Netflix series, drops tomorrow, September 30. Ahead of the release, Hypebeast recalled some of Cudi’s signature songs across his dive...
JID Debuts Heart-Wrenching Visual for Single “Money”
Last month, JID shared a thoughtful but dark music video for his song with Kenny Mason, “Dance Now.” The rapper-singer has now returned with an official visual for another The Forever Story cut, “Money.” The video follows two young brothers in the countryside of what’s likely Georgia, JID’s home state. The brothers explore their surroundings, running outside and jumping on an abandoned mattress. After unsuccessfully attempting to buy a pair of expensive sneakers, the brothers return home to discover their mother unconscious. Dissecting complex emotions such as grief and loneliness is a common thread in JID’s music, particularly on his latest LP, The Forever Story. The artist even sampled audio from his grandmother’s funeral for the project, which opens the album’s first track, “Kody Blu 31...
J. Cole Hops on Smino’s “90 Proof”
J. Cole has returned with a new feature on Smino‘s latest track, “90 Proof.” “Take a break and roll a sticky/Let’s get high/Not too great at relationships/At least I try,” Smino vocalizes on the chorus before Cole joins in: “I got a real one/If I was broke, she never would leave me, no.” The track, produced by Groove and Monte Booker, marks the inaugural cut from Smino’s forthcoming album, Luv 4 Rent. The record, which does not presently have a release date, will mark the rapper’s third studio album, after 2018’s Noir and 2017’s Blkswn, and his first effort under Motown Records. Meanwhile, Cole put out his most recent album, The Off-Season, in May of last year. The record, which debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 albums chart, features a total of 12 songs and include...
Said The Sky and William Black Tap SayWeCanFly for Rock-Infused Collab, “On My Own”
Ever since its debut during a live set this spring, Said The Sky and William Black‘s “On My Own” has been one of the most hotly anticipated bass collabs of the year. The track, which features SayWeCanFly, is now finally out via Lowly. “On My Own” is four minutes of pure melodic bass bliss, blending punk rock drums and Warped Tour-style vocals with acoustic guitar plucks, anticipative rave claps and a cathartic future bass drop. Said The Sky adds his signature emotional vulnerability to the arrangement while EDM.com Class of 2021 star Black can be heard in its soaring, euphoric synths. “It represents finding the strength and trust to lean on somebody—allowing yourself to be vulnerable during a time of hopelessness and self-doubt,” Sa...
Jean-Michel Jarre Recruits Deathpact for Dark, Brooding Remix of “BRUTALISM”: Listen
A music legend has joined forces with one of EDM’s most puzzling acts. For decades, the 74-year-old Jean-Michel Jarre has been innovating electronic music and the way we interact with it. With over 20 studio albums and a number of record-breaking performances under his belt, the pioneering artist has never been afraid to take chances. Now, 50 years after the release of his debut studio album, Jarre has teamed up with one of electronic music’s most enigmatic acts, Deathpact. Ahead of Jarre’s upcoming 22nd album, OXYMORE, he and the mysterious collective have teamed up to remix “BRUTALISM.” According to a press release, the original version of the track was inspired by the late Pierre Henry and “the early days of Berlin techno” w...
Dutch Designer Dzanar Teams Up With G-Eazy for Debut NFT Collection
Dutch designer Dzanar and multi-Platinum rapper G-Eazy have joined forces for the latter’s debut NFT collection. It’s called “The Geralds” and it was minted on the Quincy Jones-backed digital collectibles platform OneOf. Showcasing the different aspects of G-Eazy’s personality and hobbies, the NFTs are sold in packs so fans can purchase different combinations and win VIP perks, like meeting the chart-topping rapper in-person. Having taken on design projects for a slew of major contemporary music artists, like Akon, Chris Brown, Ed Sheeran, Kesha and more, Dzanar has cemented himself as a coveted collaborator in the music industry. c/o Dzanar The designer says he experiences synesthesia, a condition which essentially triggers the senses so when you hear music, you see shap...
Armani Caesar ft. Westside Gunn “Paula Deen,” NBA YoungBoy “Made Rich” & More | Daily Visuals 9.29.22
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Johnny Nunez / Getty Them Griselda artists sure love naming their songs after actual people don’t they? Westside Gunn keeps that tradition alive as he links up with Armani Caesar for her latest visual to keep things gully and glamourous. For her new visual to “Paula Deen,” Armani Caesar styles out in some fancy furs and iced out necklaces while Westside Gunn provides street flavor that the real Paula Deen would’ve never allowed in her kitchen with her racist a$$. NBA YoungBoy meanwhile continues to enjoy his big payday from the comfort of his own home and in his clip to “Made Rich” turns up in his crib in multiple outfits and continues to isolate himself from the outside world. We not mad at that one bit. Keep living, King. Check out the rest of today’s d...
Cardi B & Reebok Release “Let Me Be…Next Level Energy” Capsule Collection
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Reebok / Reebok The Cardi B and Reebok collaboration has been going strong for quite some time now and next month a new capsule collection will drop to keep that bond strong and that paper flowing in. Source: Reebok / Reebok The new Reebok x Cardi Let Me Be…Next Level Energy Collection will be dropping on Oct. 14 and for fans of the “Bodak Yellow” rapper, it’s definitely got some pieces that’ll keep you dipped for the fall whether you’re heading back to class or dropping your kids off at school. Introducing two new silhouettes, Club C Cardi V2 and Cardi Slide (adidas ain’t gonna like that) the new collection will also feature some new attire to go with the kicks. Related Stories Consisting of a crop top, a bodysuit and a fresh new woven jacket along ...
Kent Did: DJ Clark Kent Ranks Jay-Z’s Best Verses On ‘Complex Brackets’
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Johnny Nunez / Getty The discussion on Jay-Z’s best verse rages on. DJ Clark Kent paid a visit to Complex Brackets and his opinion was interesting to say the least. As per Rap Radar the self proclaimed God’s favorite DJ was a recent guest on the popular Rap talk show. Coming off the hinges Hov’s verse from “GOD DID” the Brooklyn producer paid a visit and chopped it up with Brian “B Dot” Miller on some of the rapper’s most celebrated bars. While it wasn’t the easiest task at hand given his stellar discography of guest appearances, Clark made some controversial choices including selecting “Blackout” (DMX) over “My Mind Right” (Memphis Bleek). He also goes with “Seen It All” (Young Jeezy) over “Guess Who’s Back” (Scarface). The final four is w...
