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King De$ | ‘Redemption’

King De$ treats each production at hand as his confessional in Redemption. On the 10-track album, the rapper speaks about betrayal in both romantic and platonic relationships. However, he doesn't just point the finger at others. In some moments of Redemption, King De$ also takes accountability for his actions. Like in "All Alone," he admits to making some not-so-great choices. "My decisions was flawed/I was chasing h*es like they tails was bronze," he delivers. No matter the obstacle, King De$ will continue "climbing...

By Natalee Gilbert January 17, 2023 Blogs

Chalynn | “Luv Sum U”

Chalynn tugs at heartstrings in her newest record, "Luv Sum U." Orchestrated by live instrumentation, the song's piano loop makes a grand entrance for the singer's vulnerability. Essentially, "Luv Sum U" has that '2000s style that brings the emotion out of lovers everywhere. The song encapsulates what couples go through to grow through. "Luv Sum U" finds the 4PF signee asking for her partner to stay by her side. Chalynn knows that her trust issues and their arguments are driving him away,...

By Natalee Gilbert January 13, 2023 Blogs, The Notables

Upstrz | “Mine”

Upstrz and his lover deeply understand where the relationship is headed, as expressed in "Mine." The R&B trap cut derives from his EP, Meet Me Upstrz. His soft range exudes passion and a longing for this special lady. On "Mine," the Grammy-nominated R&B singer-songwriter proclaims, "me without you just wouldn't be right." He encourages this beauty to tell her what she needs from a partner. "Talk to me you know I listen babe, oh/Love is blind you see the vision babe," he sings. "Let...

By Natalee Gilbert January 6, 2023 Blogs

FONTO | “FLOAT”

FONTO refuses to let life "FLOAT" by. Instead, the rapper works day in and day out to ascend, as expressed in his newest single. The hyper-pop soundscape also gives FONTO room to let a lady down easy. On "FLOAT," the musician ranks the importance of being boo'ed up versus tackling his goals. He continues, saying that being in a relationship isn't as significant as putting bread on the table. Using an autotune-styled delivery, he spits "She just tryna hold me down/I told her...

By Natalee Gilbert January 6, 2023 Under The Radar

King De$ | ‘Redemption’

Chalynn | “Luv Sum U”

Upstrz | “Mine”

FONTO | “FLOAT”

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