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Song of the Week: SZA Goes Grunge on “F2F”
Song of the Week breaks down and talks about the song we just can’t get out of our head each week. Find these songs and more on our Spotify Top Songs playlist. For our favorite new songs from emerging artists, check out our Spotify New Sounds playlist. This week, SZA turns up the volume for her standout S.O.S cut “F2F.” “SZA goes grunge” was not a sentence I was ever expecting to write, but when the mastermind singer-songwriter teased her new album S.O.S a couple weeks ago, she mentioned she’d be drawing upon “surf rock and grunge” alongside her usual contemplative R&B sound. With “F2F,” an unexpected highlight on an otherwise immaculate collection of songs, we see what she meant: “F2F” is a pop punk jam through and through, and it’s a satisfying comb...
Rap Song of the Week: YG and Lil Wayne Reunite on “Miss My Dawgs”
Rap Song of the Week breaks down all the hip-hop tracks you need to hear every Friday. Check out the full playlist here. This week, YG and Lil Wayne reunite on “Miss My Dawgs.” YG and Lil Wayne have been frequent collaborators over the past decade or so, first teaming up on the remix to YG’s breakout hit “My N****.” Earlier this week, YG acknowledged their close relationship by gifting his “favorite rapper” with a red 4Hunnid chain during the video shoot for their new collaboration, “Miss My Dawgs.” Featuring melancholy, piano-driven production by Gibbo and Ambezza, “Miss My Dawgs” serves as a tribute to YG’s late friend and rapper Slim 400, who was fatally shot one year ago today. The track’s title might be a nod toward Wayne’s 2004 track “I Miss My Dawgs,” too, as the rappers r...
Alanis Morissette Plays Her Best for Us With New ‘Little Drummer Boy’ Cover
Alanis Morissette released her take on the holiday classic “Little Drummer Boy” on Friday (Dec. 9) via Epiphany Music/Thirty Tigers. For her rendition of the song made famous by the Harry Simeone Chorale in 1958, the alt-rock icon adds a flurry of floating harmonies, bell-like synths and the requisite snare drum as she rum-pum-pums her way through her cover of the 1951 yuletide tune. “Little baby, pa-rum-pum-pum-pum/ I am a poor girl too, pa-rum-pum-pum-pum/ I have no gift to bring pa-rum-pum-pum-pum/ That’s fit to give our king pa-rum-pum-pum-pum/ Ru-pu-pum-pum, ru-pu-pum-pum/ Shall I play for you, pa-rum-pum-pum-pum/ On my drum?” “I played my best for you. #thedrummerboy #happyholidays #feelingitall #loveyou,” Morissette added on Instagram alongside a look at the single’s cover art, whic...
Here Are the Lyrics to Brenda Lee’s ‘Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree’
Brenda Lee recorded her hit “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree” in 1958 when she was only 13 years old. The song didn’t gain traction until Lee rose to fame in 1960, allowing the track to peak at the No. 14 spot on the Billboard Hot 100 chart during that holiday season. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news This year, the song returned to the Hot 100, hitting No. 3 on the all-genre chart dated Dec. 10. Notable artists have recorded their own versions of the song, including Cyndi Lauper, LeAnn Rimes, Toby Keith and, this year, Ingrid Michaelson and Pentatonix for their Christmas albums. The bluesy rock song includes a walking bass line, its famous saxophone solo and, of course, Lee’s raspy yet melodic voice singing the famous lines, “Rockin’ arou...
Here Are the Lyrics to José Feliciano’s ‘Feliz Navidad’
The holiday season is upon us, and one song has stood the test of time throughout the festive months. José Feliciano‘s “Feliz Navidad,” originally released in 1970, celebrates the most wonderful time of the year in both English and Spanish. The repeating chorus, “Feliz Navidad / Próspero año y felicidad,” means “Merry Christmas, a prosperous year and happiness.” If you need a guide to follow along with José Feliciano’s “Feliz Navidad,” find the lyrics below: Feliz NavidadFeliz NavidadFeliz NavidadPróspero año y felicidad Feliz NavidadFeliz NavidadFeliz NavidadPróspero año y felicidad I wanna wish you a Merry ChristmasI wanna wish you a Merry ChristmasI wanna wish you a Merry ChristmasFrom the bottom of my heart I wanna wish you a Merry ChristmasI wanna wish you a Merry ChristmasI wanna wis...
Here Are the Lyrics to Bobby Helms’ ‘Jingle Bell Rock’
The opening electric guitar riff followed by the steady beat of jingle bells marks the opening of Bobby Helms’ classic hit “Jingle Bell Rock.” The 1957 track makes reference to other similar-sounding songs, including “Rock Around the Clock” and the original “Jingle Bells.” Helms’ tune made it to the Billboard Hot 100 in 2016, where it peaked at No. 29. It then peaked at No. 3 in 2020. The song, which has a country swing to it, has been covered by many artists in Nashville throughout the years, including George Strait, Rascal Flatts, Miranda Lambert and Blake Shelton. Check out the lyrics and stream the song below to get into the jingle bell rock groove. Jingle bell, jingle bell, jingle bell rockJingle bells swing and jingle bells ringSnowin’ and blowin’ up bushels of funNow the jingl...
Marioo – Laga Laga ft Dunnie
You should check out this new song titled “Laga Laga” by Marioo, out now. Marioo delivers a brand new piece of music titled “Laga Laga” featuring talented female singer Dunnie. “Laga Laga” is a nice tune taken from his just-released album, “The Kid You Know.” However, his project contains songs like “Mi Amor,” “Dear Ex,” “Overdose,” and “My Life,” etc. you should listen to and add to your playlist. DJ YK Mule – Amapiafro Ember Mixtape DJ Expression – Afrobeats Vol. 17 Mixtape DJ Lawy – The Wavy December Mix (Mixtape) Listen to and share Marioo ft Dunnie – “Laga Laga” below. https://www.naijamusic.com.ng/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Marioo_-_Laga_Laga_ft_Dunnie__NaijaMusic.com.ng.mp3 Download
Erigga – The Lost Boy (Album Deluxe Edition)
The deluxe edition of “The Lost Boy” album is here for your listening pleasure. Rapper Erigga comes through with the deluxe edition of his album titled “The Lost Boy,” released earlier in September 2022. The new album deluxe edition has four added tracks to sum it up to a total of 16 songs. It is an impressive project with a good impression and reception. Tracklist ADDED TRACKS INCLUDE: Listen and share Erigga – “The Lost Boy” Deluxe below.
Erigga ft Kayve – Elon Musk
Erigga unleashes a fresh new single titled “Elon Musk.” From the deluxe edition of “The Lost Boy” album, comes this cut-out single titled “Elon Musk” by Erigga featuring Kayve. It is the 14th track on the LP and a fantastic piece he delivers good punchlines as usual which connect with his listeners and fans. DJ YK Mule – Amapiafro Ember Mixtape DJ Expression – Afrobeats Vol. 17 Mixtape DJ Lawy – The Wavy December Mix (Mixtape) He previously released “Ballads Of A Lost Boy” – Word Poetry which you should check out and listen to. Listen and share Erigga ft Kayve – “Elon Musk” below. https://www.naijamusic.com.ng/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Erigga_-_Elon_Musk_ft_Kayve__NaijaMusic.com.ng.mp3 Download
Erigga ft Jay Teazer – Lost Girl
The fresh new song “Lost Girl” by Erigga is out now. This cut-out single, “Lost Girl,” by Erigga featuring Jay Teazer, is taken from the deluxe edition of the album “The Lost Boy.” DJ YK Mule – Amapiafro Ember Mixtape DJ Expression – Afrobeats Vol. 17 Mixtape DJ Lawy – The Wavy December Mix (Mixtape) He offers wonderful punchlines as always, which connect with his listeners and fans, and it is the 15th track on the album. You should look up and listen to his new work, “Ballads Of A Lost Boy” – Word Poetry, “Elon Musk,” “Lit,” etc. Listen and share Erigga ft Jay Teazer – “Lost Girl” below. https://www.naijamusic.com.ng/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Erigga_-_Lost_Girl_ft_Jay_Teazer__NaijaMusic.com.ng.mp3 Download
Hardwell, Armin van Buuren, Dimension, More Announced for Balaton Sound 2023
After this year’s eye-popping return to the majestic rolling hills of Zamardi, Balaton Sound is gearing up for 2023 after announcing its first wave of artists. Europe’s biggest beachfront music festival will again return to the crystal clear waters of Hungary’s Lake Balaton with a massive 2023 lineup. Organizers recently revealed its first phase, giving prospective attendees plenty of time to start planning their European festival getaway. Primed to headline Balaton Sound 2023 are Hardwell, Armin van Buuren, Dimension and Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike, alongside Don Diablo, Joel Corry and Vini Vici, among others. More artists will be announced in the weeks ahead. Balaton Sound 2023 is scheduled for June 28th to July 1st, 2023. You ...
Steve Aoki Is Flying Around the Moon On SpaceX’s First Civilian Lunar Mission
Steve Aoki wants to crater to every whim. The DJ has been revealed as one of eight people selected by Japanese billionaire Yusaku Maezawa to join him on a commercial space flight around the moon. The trip, organized by Elon Musk’s SpaceX and dubbed “Dear Moon,” is planned for 2023. “Life is crazy,” Aoki said in a clip recorded to capture his reaction to the news. “I’m going to go to the… moon!” According to Maezawa, a “space enthusiast” and online fashion retail mogul, the project marks the world’s first-ever civilian lunar orbital mission. He’ll be footing the bill for the 10 people he picked—including two backup crew members—who were reportedly selected from a pool of 1 million applicants. At the time of writing, Maezawa h...
