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Thursday, January 5, 2012

Trey Songz x Big Sean - Anticipation 2our [Tour Dates]

This week, Trey Songz announced that he'll be headlining the Anticipation 2our with G.O.O.D. Music star Big Sean. Now, preliminary dates in February have been announced starting in Cleveland and concluding in Oakland, CA. Presale for the shows ends tonight (1.5.11) at 10 PM EST, so check out if Mr. Yuuup! will be stopping through your area!

2/9/12 - Cleveland, OH - The State Theatre
2/10/12 - Louisville, KY - Palace Theatre
2/11/12 - Chicago, IL - Auditorium Theatre
2/12/12 - St. Louis, MO - The Fox Theatre
2/17/12 - Los Angeles, CA - Nokia Theatre
2/18/12 - Las Vegas, NV - Pearl Concert Theater at Palms Casino
2/19/12 - Oakland, CA - Paramount Theatre

To stay up to date with the Anticipation 2our shows, visit Trey's official site.

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Jesse Boykins III - Zoner (Demo) [Music Video]

Chicago Born singer Jesse Boykins III split his life in Jamaica, Miami, and New York, and this diversity definitely shines through in his music. Check out the body-painted visuals to his Way Of A Wayfarer demo "Zoner" below and get familiar with Jesse's Love Apparatus after the jump by downloading his latest EP!

Copywrite - Swaggot Killaz feat. Jakki Da Mota Mouth [Prod. by !llmind]

MegaHertz crew emcee Copywrite is the self proclaimed "best rapper to say best rapper," and after checking out "Swaggot Killaz," he may have a point. Despite many highly publicized beefs, and tons of acclaim on some of Hip Hop's largest publications, the Columbus, Ohio rapper is still as underground as ever. All I know is, don't sleep on God Save The King when it drops this February.

Copywrite - Swaggot Killaz feat. Jakki Da Mota Mouth [Mobile Friendly Stream/Download]

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Phil Adé feat. Raheem Devaughn - High On Life [Behind The Scenes Video]

Looks like Phil Adé and Raheem Devaughn are gearing up to release visuals to the 9th Wonder produced track "High On Life." Check out the behind the scenes trailer for the video below, and get ready for the video to drop on Monday! I'll be on it this time!

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J. Cole Explains Idea & Inspiration That Led To "Lost Ones," "Rise & Shine," "Work Out" & More [VIDEO]

J. Cole is giving us a look inside his mind during his Muve Music Sessions interviews. "Lost Ones" is such a powerful and meaningful track, and it's great to hear all of the elements that allowed the song to come together. Along with "Lost Ones," J. Cole explains the organic composition of "Work Out," "Rise & Shine," and "God's Gift." Watch the full episode below, and hit the jump to watch the first episode where he explains the story behind "Can't Get Enough" and "In The Morning!"

Big Sean - HardKnock TV Freestyle [VIDEO]

Big Sean got his start freestyling for Detroit radio, and it got him his deal with Kanye West. Not to mention his slaughter in BET's 2010 Hip Hop Cypher. Check out the boiii dropping some clever bars to an exclusive beat from The aUtOMatiKs on HardKnock TV.

Props to TTM

Previously: Yo Gotti feat. Big Sean, Wiz Khalifa & Big K.R.I.T. - Go Girl

J.A.E - Deeznutz [Prod. by MG]

Best cover artwork of 2012 so far.

I've been telling people for years that pimpin' makes the world go round. Just ask J.A.E!

Lesson #1 of my upcoming Pimping For Dummies book: Pimpin' Ain't Easy.

Homework: Listen to this new track "Deeznuts" by J.A.E and write a 2 page report on what you've learned (BTW, you fail if you didn't have one of your hoes do it for you).

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Previously: J.A.E - Just My Time (Chopped & Screwed) [New Mixtape]

Big K.R.I.T. Decodes The Meaning Behind "Time Machine" [VIDEO]

Big K.R.I.T.'s Return of 4Eva, one of 2011's best albums, contains a lot of clever metaphors for his ride, but none proved better than "Time Machine." In a sit down with Life + Times, he decoded the track, which goes WAAAY deeper than cars, and explained his true inspiration for the song.

Props to AO!

Previously: Yo Gotti Big K.R.I.T., Wiz Khalifa & Big Sean - Go Girl

Rick Ross - Rich Forever [Official Artwork + Tracklisting]

UPDATE: Looks like the third time's the charm for Rick Ross's Rich Forever artwork. Along with the official artwork, we now have the release date for the mixtape. This Friday, Jan. 6 folks! Be gangsta and come right back here on Friday for the download!

UPDATE #2: Take a look at the tracklisting, which the Teflon Don released moments ago on Rap Radar:

Neako - 1-333-777-2323 [Music Video]

Neako turns his dramatic storytelling track "1-333-777-2323" into a mini-motion picture in this new video by John Greene. Watch below, as Neako treats his love interest to his new, glamorous lifestyle. His new mixtape T.A.T.T. (These Are The Times) is coming soon! For now, download "1-333-777-2323" after the jump!

Los - Lord Knows (Freestyle)

If I can rely on anyone to kill a freestyle, Los would definitely be my guy. With nonstop bars for almost 5 minutes, I forgot the Just Blaze track belonged to Drake! The Crown Ain't Safe is out now. Don't sleep!

Los - Lord Knows (Freestyle) [Mobile Friendly Stream/Download]

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Previously: Los - The Crown Ain't Safe [New Mixtape]

Ryshon Jones - Vitamin Bree [Prod. by Talent Ted]

Ryshon Jones loves to tell stories over The Weeknd-sampled tracks, and his newest track "Vitamin Bree" is no exception. Listen below to hear the story of Bree, an irresistible woman troubled by traumatic events in her past, over a Talent Ted production that samples Drake & The Weeknd's "Crew Love."

Ryshon Jones - Vitamin Bree [Mobile Friendly Stream/Download]

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Highaches EP should be dropping this weekend or next weekend, so I'll keep you posted!

Props to YHTN

Previously: Ryshon Jones - Highaches

Phonte - Dance In The Reign [Music Video]

Phonte says it best! Check out the visuals to "Dance In The Reign," his first music video from the INCREDIBLE Charity Starts At Home album, below. Watch below to catch a cameo from former Little Brother group member 9th Wonder, and make sure you check out Phonte & The Foreign Exchange on tour. It's an experience you'll never forget. Trust me!

Props to Tigallo himself

Previously: The Roots feat. Phonte & Dice Raw - One Time

Slim - Deja Vu (Remix) feat. Rick Ross & Play-N-Skillz

112 lead singer Slim is taking another stab at a solo career with his new Rick Ross & Play-N-Skillz featured track "Deja Vu." "So Fly" was the jam when it came back and had clubs rocking everywhere. This song...I'm not so sure. Check it out for yourself, and make sure you hit me with your opinions in the comments below!

Slim - Deja Vu (Remix) feat. Rick Ross & Play-N-Skillz [Mobile Friendly Stream/Download]

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Slim's new album Cruise Control is coming soon!

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Meek Mill, John Wall & More Support Kicks For Kids [VIDEO]

Meek Mill & John Wall luh the kids! This holiday season the two superstars were seen giving back at Reebok's Kicks For Kids event in Maryland's The Sneaker Suite. Watch below to see clips of their autograph signing, as well as shots from Meek Mill, Uptown X.O., Black Alley, Kingpen Slim, Godsilla, and Pro'verb's performances!

Props to Cool Kids Forever Films

Previously: Meek Mill - Lean Wit It [Prod. by Cardiak]

LoveRance - Up (Remix Pt. 2) feat. 50 Cent, T.I. & Young Jeezy (CDQ)

It seems like Love Rance's "Up" is only getting bigger as both T.I. & Young Jeezy have both added verses to the remix that originally consisted of 50 Cent, Bow Wow & Chris Brown. CDQ ~~coming soon~~ added!

Love Rance - Up! (Remix Pt. 2) feat. 50 Cent, Young Jeezy & T.I. (Clean)

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Which remix do you prefer? Let me know by hitting me up on Facebook or Twitter!

Props to Rap-Up

Previously: Love Rance - Up! (Remix) feat. 50 Cent, Chris Brown & Bow Wow

Meek Mill - Lean Wit It (CDQ, No DJ) [Prod. by Cardiak]

Meek Mill proves to be another emcee that has no plans to slow down this year. Straight off of the success of his latest mixtape, he plans to drop the sequel, DreamChasers 2, very soon. Check out "Lean Wit It," the first offering from the MMG powerhouse's upcoming tape below, and make sure hit me up with your opinions!

Meek Mill - Lean Wit It [Prod. by Cardiak] (CDQ, No Tags) (Mobile Friendly Stream/Download)

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Previously: Meek Mill On BET's 106 & Party [VIDEO]

Lo Keys - Coast 2 Coast [Music Video]

Fayetnam emcee Lo Keys has been grinding with back to back visuals from his latest mixtape The Green Hornet. Check out his latest music video where he takes you "Coast 2 Coast" with his rhymes. If you haven't checked out Lo Keys The Green Hornet, what are you waiting for?

Previously: Lo Keys - Jammin [Music Video]

Joe Budden - Lower feat. Young Chris + Budden Cancels Feature Presentation Mixtape [VIDEO]

Joe Budden hasn't made a real club track since his "Pump It Up" days, but it seems that the Mood Muzik veteran is getting back to rap's funner side again on this new track with Young Chris. Check out "Lower" below, and make sure you let me know if you like the song by hitting me up on Facebook or Twitter!

Joe Budden - Lower feat. Young Chris (CDQ, No Tags) [Mobile Friendly Stream/Download]

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As a bonus, check out Joe Budden's latest interview with All Hip Hop where he announces that his new mixtape Feature Presentation will probably be scrapped. Hit the jump for the news!

The Kid Daytona - New Yorker's Ambition feat. Aloe Blacc [Music Video]

Although Interlude II is The Kid Daytona's latest project, the Bronx emcee has so much quality music that he's still working on visuals from his penultimate mixtape The Interlude. Check out the music video to the Aloe Blacc-featured "New Yorker's Ambition" below, and hit the jump for a a #LatePass download of The Interlude!

Wednesday, January 4, 2012

Phil Adé - #PhilAdeFriday2 [New Mixtape]

A friend of mine told me that it's never too late to discover good music. Now I know exactly what he means because I had a complete mental lapse and missed Phil Adé's December 30th release of #PhilAdeFriday2.

Phil Adé has proven to be one of the premier and hardest working new artists out, and this new mixtape is a compilation of many of his previous #PhilAdeFriday drops, along with some unreleased material. Don't do like me and sleep on this!

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The-Dream - ROC + Tim Westwood Interview [VIDEO]

The-Dream has been tweet-teasing us (or at least me) all day about his new lead single "ROC" and here we have it! "ROC" is the official first single from the Radio Killa's fourth Def Jam album The Love, IV (Diary of A Mad Man). It's definitely the textbook "Falsetto" side of The-Dream we've grown to know and sometimes love, and I'm positive that it'll get stuck in my head. #Sertafied for sure.

The Dream - ROC [Mobile Friendly Stream]

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What do you think about "ROC?" Hit me up on Facebook or Twitter and let me know!

As a bonus, hit the jump to see his very interesting, and at times awkward, interview with London's Tim Westwood!

Pill - It's All On Me

Pill finally puts the theme he's been twitter ranting about on wax for his latest The Epidemic leak, "It's All On Me." This is what he needs to be doing. Put out the music and let the demand speak for itself.

Pill - It's All On Me [Mobile Friendly]

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Props to XXL

Previously: Pill Explains Issue With Record Label & MMG [VIDEO]

Yo Gotti - Go Girl feat. Wiz Khalifa, Big Sean & Big K.R.I.T.

Wow, what a lineup on this one. Yo Gotti pulled out the big guns on his newest single "Go Girl" by getting Wiz Khalifa, Big Sean and Big K.R.I.T. on an original track together. He might as well since his debut album has been over two years in the making. Live From The Kitchen drops January 10th!

Yo Gotti - Go Girl feat. Wiz Khalifa, Big Sean & Big K.R.I.T. [Mobile Friendly]

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The-Dream - Fast Car (Exeter 88MPH Remix)

Word in the tweets is that The-Dream will be dropping a new song today called "ROC." Until that track surfaces, groove to this remix of the Radio Killa's single "Fast Car." The remix, made by 22 year-old Toronto native Exeter, definitely proves how R&B can be transformed across genres.

The-Dream - Fast Car (Exeter 88MPH Remix) [Mobile Friendly Stream/Download]

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Previously: The-Dream Talks That Talk About Rihanna's New Album [VIDEO]

Travis Porter - You Don't Know (Remix) feat. 2 Chainz & Young Jeezy [Music Video]

Uh oh. I'm about to start coonin...

Watch below as Travis Porter, 2 Chainz, and Young Jeezy take you through their city for the visuals to the remixed version of "You Don't Know." The track's been redone by Fabolous & Meek Mill and it's already making huge waves on radio. Debut album coming soon!

Y'all may laugh now, but I'm just warning you that 2 Chainz is planning to take over the globe. I can't look anywhere without seeing a video or a track that he's on.

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2 Chainz - Spend It Remix (feat. T.I.) [Music Video]

I never thought that 2 Chainz's "Spend It (Remix)" with T.I. was going to have a video, since he went all out for the original. Thankfully, the single's just that hot and the King and Tity Boi have linked up once again. SIMILAC!!!!

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Tank - Next Breath

While I'm still on my R&B kick, check out "Next Breath," the lead single from Tank's upcoming album Savior. With Kevin McCall penning the track and Tank adding his touch with the vocals, this ballad is sure to do well on radio. Listen and download the track below, and hit me up with your thoughts on the song!

Tank - Next Breath

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Props to Rap-Up

Previously: Tank - Diary of A Mad Man [New Mixtape]

R. Kelly - Nothing On + I Quit You

Not too sure how old these recently leaked tracks are but who cares? It's new R. Kelly! Check out the blatant ignance of "Nothing On" and the Chocolate Factory-esque "I Quit You" below!

R. Kelly - Nothing On

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R. Kelly - I Quit You

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Props to Rap-Up

Previously: R. Kelly - Shut Up

Ryshon Jones - Highaches

If there's one thing I've learned about Ryshon Jones, it's that he doesn't believe in breaks. Check out this new track, "Highaches," as Jones takes us through the "life of an underdog."

Ryshon Jones - HighAches [Prod. by Lee Bannon] (Mobile Friendly Stream/Download)

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Props to AO!

Previously: Ryshon Jones - Brightest Nights, Darkest Days [Free Album]

Nyemiah Supreme - None Of Ya Business

Nyemiah Supreme first caught my attention when she killed her ThisIs50 freestyle, and now here's another set of bars from the female emcee. Listen below as she rhymes over Jay-Z's classic, "Who Ya Wit" and lets people know that the decisions she makes are "None Of Ya Business."

Nyemiah Supreme - None Of Ya Business [Mobile Friendly Stream/Download]

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Previously: Nyemiah Supreme, Fred The Godson, Jon Connor & Nitty Scott - ThisIs50 Mega Cipher

Trae Tha Truth - All That I Know feat. Mysitkal, Tech N9ne & Brian Angel [Music Video]

Trae Tha Truth's new single "All That I Know" with Mystikal, Tech N9ne, and Brian Angel of Day 26 has been making its rounds since it dropped in November, but now we get to see them rock it out thanks to director PhillyFlyBoy.

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2 Chainz Explains Name Change + "Riot" Performance [VIDEO]

I can't even count the amount of times I've had to explain that 2 Chainz is the same rapper as Tity Boi who had the hit song "Duffle Bag Boy." Thankfully, the man himself set the record straight when he stopped by DJ Kay Slay's Shade 45 radio show. Watch the full interview below, and hit the jump to catch a clip of his Nashville, TN performance!

Bahahaha: Grandmother & Grandson Swag "Rack City" All The Way Out [VIDEO]

See this is when you know you've made it. I'm giving Tyga a golf clap for making a rap song that has reached the old, white female demographic. Check out grannie as she and her grandson whip up some nice omelets to "Rack City."

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Rocky Fontaine - NYND (New Year New Dope) [New Mixtape]

Philly emcee Rocky Fontaine has been slept on for a minute, but he's ensuring that his presence will be felt this year with his new mixtape New Year New Dope. Check out the project below, which includes Rocky spitting alongside Kash, Jason Weaver, Brandon Hess, and more!

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SonReal - She Gone [Music Video]

I guess SonReal made a critical error and trusted a big butt and a smile. Watch this new video to "She Gone,"the Vancouver emcee's heartbreak anthem, and hit the jump for a #LatePass download of his Where's Waldo mixtape!

Black Star Performs With The Roots Live On Jimmy Fallon [VIDEO]

If I ever had a dream concert come to life, it would be to see ~~Mos Def~~ Yasiin Bey, Talib Kweli, and The Roots live (followed by a matrimony ceremony between me and Yasiin). Fortunately viewers got a glimpse of the legendary musicians rocking to some Black Star's new and old stuff as they performed their latest single "You Already Knew" and their 1999 collab "Little Brother" with The Roots. Real music y'all!

Black Star - You Already Knew

Black Star - Little Brother

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Maffew Ragazino - Blaxploitation [Music Video]

Brooklyn emcee Maffew Ragazino is definitely next up in 2012. After hearing him on Action Bronson & Statik Selektah's Well-Done EP, I made sure I kept my eye on the moves he was making in music. Check out the music video to his Rhyme Pays intro track "Blaxploitation" below, and hit the jump for a #LatePass download of Rhyme Pays!

That just made me want to put in Black Dynamite and Pootie Tang. Later y'all!

Download: Maffew Ragazino - Rhyme Pays [Free Album]

Props to Boo Boo TV

Previously: Action Bronson & Statik Selektah feat. Maffew Ragazino + more - Terror Death Camp [Music Video]

L.E.$. - Havin' Thangs [Music Video]

L.E.$. makes a my favorite track on Settle 4 LE$, Volume 2 into a music motion picture with the help of director David Stunts. If you're in need of some motivation, just check out this video to "Havin' Thangs" below, and you'll be inspired by hard L.E.$. rides for self when at times no one else does.

Props to Settle4LE$

Previously: L.E.$. - Settle 4 LE$, Volume 2 [New Mixtape]

Problem - Last Love [Music Video]

Problem definitely has a hit on his hands with "Last Love", and the music video is only helping push the single Watch the visuals below as Problem and his beautiful love interest go through the ups and downs (mostly ups) of their relationship.

Expect more from Problem this year!

Props to AO!

Previously: Problem - Real Talk [Music Video]

Skeme - Mo Flow (prod. by Roosevelt) + Lord Knows Freestyle

Skeme, one of Inglewood's finest, has a double dose of heat that forces us to recognize that he's already hit turbo on his 2012 grind. Check out "Mo Flow," an original track produced by Roosevelt, and his "Lord Knows" freestyle below. Now this is some real sh*t.

Skeme - Mo Flow (Prod. by Roosevelt) [Mobile Friendly Stream/Download]

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Skeme - Lord Knows (IFWT Freestyle)

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Skeme turned 22 yesterday, so make sure you give him a Happy Birthday shout!

Props to 2dopeboyz

Previously: Skeme - Goin' feat. Twelve

PUSH! Montana - Last Of The Mohicans! feat. Maino (Clean + Dirty)

PUSH! Montana's latest mixtape When PUSH! Comes To Shove 2 had some real jewels on it. Check out "Last of The Mohicans," the latest single to emerge from the tape, below and hit the jump to check out his limited edition watches!

PUSH! Montana - Last Of The Mohicans! feat. Maino (No Tags) [Mobile Friendly Stream/Download]

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The A$AP Mob Announces North American Tour [Tour Dates]

Before A$AP Rocky and his team heads out for the main leg of Drake's Club Paradise Tour, Harlem's hottest are headlining their own North American tour. Check out the list of dates below, to find out if Purple Swag is coming through your area!

01/26 Buffalo, NY - The Town Ballroom
01/27 Toronto, Ontario - The Opera House
01/28 Ottawa, Ontario - The Ritual Nightclub
01/29 Montreal, Quebec - Corona Theatre
01/30 Cambridge, MA - The Middle East
02/01 New York, NY - Irving Plaza
02/07 Baltimore, MD - The Sound Stage
02/08 Philadelphia, PA - Theatre of the Living Arts
02/09 Richmond, VA - The National
02/10 Greensboro, NC - Greene Street Music Hall
02/11 Atlanta, GA - The Masquerade Upstairs

More dates will be added, so for any updates or changes to the tour schedule, check out the A$AP Mob's official site.

Previously: A$AP Rocky - Pretty Flacko

Jon Connor - 5 Lessons (Freestyle)

Just like Troy Ave, Jon Connor was among Funkmaster Flex's top 20 to look out for in 2012. Of course he had to rip a freestyle too. Listen below to hear him slaughter "Ruff Ryders Anthem," Snoop's "Snoop Doggy Dogg," Nelly's "Country Grammar," and a few other tracks as he spits about what makes Jon Connor a true emcee.

Jon Connor - 5 Lessons (Freestyle) [Mobile Friendly Stream/Download]

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Hunger. Heart. Swag. Originality. Lyricism.

Props to 2dopeboyz

Previously: Jon Connor - Season 2 [New Mixtape]

Troy Ave - Keep It Thoro + Ain't No Half Steppin' (Freestyles)

Troy Ave was crowned one of Funkmaster Flex's 20 to look out for in 2012, and he premiered two impressive freestyles for In Flex We Trust. Check out the Brooklyn spitter as he rhymes over some Hip Hop classics!

Troy Ave - Keep It Thoro (Freestyle) [Mobile Friendly Stream/Downoad]

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Troy Ave- Ain't No Half Steppin' (Freestyle) [Mobile Friendly Stream/Download]

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Any lines stick with you? Hit me up and let me know!

Props to 2dopeboyz

Previously: Troy Ave - Spend It (Freestyle)

Rapsody - ABC [Music Video]

Rapsody is straight spittin' on For Everything. If you didn't know, check out the visuals to the cleverly crafted "ABC." Mannnnnn, my state's got some talent!

I keep watching this expecting for DJ Kay Slay to pop out screaming the alphabet... "D!!"

Props to HHDX

Previously: Rapsody - A Crush Groove [Music Video]

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