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MULTIPLATINUM RAP STAR LIL TECCA RELEASES NEW SINGLE “HVN ON EARTH” WITH KODAK BLACK
Multi-platinum chart-topping artist Lil Tecca has teamed up with Florida heavyweight Kodak Black for a surprise collaboration, “HVN ON EARTH,” out today via Galactic/Republic Records. The release marks the first collaboration between the two East Coast sensations.
Listen to “HVN ON EARTH”: HERE
Produced by Tecca alongside Billboard mainstay BNYX, “HVN ON EARTH” delivers a sonic landscape guaranteed to keep the summer vibes going. The record’s driving bass and addictive vocal chop underline a barrage of punchy and quotable rhymes. The momentum builds towards an anthemic refrain in the prechorus as Tecca admits, “I never had the time to make a way. I only had the time to make a play.” Meanwhile, Kodak Black cuts through the production with his distinctive warbling cadence and hypnotic flows. The two rappers complement each other perfectly, with their distinctive styles blending seamlessly on the track, resulting in an anthem that’s sure to remain in rotation for fans and casual listeners alike.
“HVN ON EARTH” follows the success of “500lbs,” which has already racked up over 15 million streams and counting. On the record, HotNewHipHop immediately proclaimed, “Lil Tecca has another hit on his hands,” and Ratings Game Music raved, “This might be Tecca’s most impressive release to date.”
“500lbs“was released on the heels of “Need Me.” Complex hailed it as “The Best New Music This Week,” noting, “Lil Tecca flawlessly infuses his own unique style into the song, transforming ‘Need Me’ into a modern anthem for a new generation.” Garnering recognition from Vibe, HotNewHipHop, and more, XXL declared it one of “The 13 Best New Hip-Hop Songs This Week.”
Posting up over 10 billion streams and claiming multiple platinum certifications, Lil Tecca has quietly cemented himself as one of rap’s most vital rising superstars. He first exploded with his platinum-certified mixtape, We Love You Tecca, and his breakout quadruple-platinum single “Ransom.“ He reeled in acclaim from New York Times, Billboard, HYPEBEAST, Complex, and many others in addition to selling out shows on his first headline run, the We Love You Tecca World Tour. In 2020, his full-length debut album, Virgo World, bowed in the Top 10 of the Billboard Top 200 and yielded two Hot 100 entries—namely “Dolly” with Lil Uzi Vert and “When You Down” feat. Lil Durk with Polo G. HotNewHipHop praised it as “a great starting point for the 18-year-old.“ 2021’s We Love You Tecca 2 notably marked his third Top 10 debut on the Billboard Top 200. It also landed at #6 on the Billboard Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums Chart, making for his third Top 10 debut on the respective chart as well. He launches into his next chapter with more new music coming this year.
Marques Houston returns to R&B after a two-year break with the buzzing new single “Last Drop.”
The 42-year-old entertainer is making a strong comeback with his new track from the upcoming album The Best Worst Year Ever. “Last Drop” is a romantic serenade that interpolates Tevin Campbell’s “Can We Talk.”
Houston sings, “I wanna be the one that you call when you’re feeling low / I wanna be the one you can call on, girl, that’s for sure.”
“I wanted to get back to my nostalgic roots by paying homage to one of my favorite songs of all time, ‘Can We Talk’ by Tevin Campbell,” said Houston about making the new track. “I love the way that song makes me feel and the power it has to take me back to a moment of my many crushes as a teen. I wanted to create a rendition of the song and make it today’s generation’s soundtrack for their crushes.”
“Last Drop” was co-written by Houston and Ryan Hirt, with Jeffrey Toney on production. The song’s video pays homage to classic R&B visuals, featuring scenes of Houston dancing and singing in the rain.
“Last Drop” follows the release of “Admit It” in January. Both tracks will be featured on Houston’s upcoming album, due later this year. Additionally, he is expected to announce a headlining tour soon.
His new project follows his 2022 EP, ME: Dark Water, which included collaborations with Ray J and Monteco. With “Last Drop,” Houston aims to reignite the excitement he once stirred as “Batman” of the 1990s boy band Immature, later known as IMx. This new single, released via Phoenix Music Group, marks his return to the music scene.
Stream Marques Houston’s new song “Last Drop” and watch the official video today.
It’s no secret that rappers from Detroit are, honestly, carrying the game right now. Whether it’s inspiring Lil Yachty’s Concrete Boys or just providing the rap game with some of the most original flows around, it’s always a good time when their biggest artists drop new releases.
One of those artists is Flyboi Rich — one of the city’s top rising artists with tens of thousands of organic listeners on Spotify. His new release, “Boston Kreme,” packs in energy like sardines in a tiny can, showcasing his trademark lyrical dexterity and previewing an exciting drop schedule that he plans to act on this year.
Check out “Boston Kreme” below.
Upping the ante, NC representative Big YBA unloads the Deluxe edition of his most recent album the Definition of Living. Featuring five new tracks including “New York,” “For Your Love,” “Rap Assassin,” “Rebellious,” and “Cut ‘Em Off,” which was premiered by way of popular live performance platform Off The Curb, the enhanced body of work accents the original flawlessly.
Three months removed from his “Swag Surfin'” sampling collaboration “Hypnotic” featuring Rich The Kid signee SetitOff83 and the strategic seeding of LP standouts “30, “Rookie, “Lord Forgive Me,” “Venting Session,” “Mercy,” and “DOA,” the now 20 track collection of songs includes a lone guest appearance from GetRichZay while production duties are handled by Jozzex, KH Beatz, Maineestreamm, Prod No Heart, and Trippy XVI.
Raised in Durham, Big YBA is rapidly emerging as one of the most electrifying young artists from the Carolinas. With a brand built on authenticity, his versatility and melodic sound have allowed him to break through the industry release after release. Determined to experience success outside of his hometown, he views his personal and professional growth as motivation for listeners with similar ambitions.
Stream the Definition of Living (Deluxe) via Nu Nation / Vydia as well as watch his Off The Curb performance visual for “Cut ‘Em Off” after the jump.
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