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The Round-Up is Okayplayer’s weekly playlist of the best songs in the worlds of hip-hop and R&B. This week’s set features new music from Kendrick Lamar, Quelle Chris, Elcamino, Leikeli47, and more.
A hyper-swung anthem of resilience from Queens rapper and producer, Kumbaya.
Quelle Chris featuring Navy Blue - "So Tired You Can't Stop Dreaming"
Quelle Chris and Navy Blue dig into their dualities on this jagged jazz-anchored selection from Quelle's new album, DEATHFAME, out today via Mello Music Group, featuring appearances from Pink Siifu, Denmark Vessey, Cavalier, Knxwledge, and more.
Elcamino laces a pristine loop with prime nostalgia on this easy-pulling standout from his new album, Let There Be Light, which is out now via Anti Gun Violence Co.
Kendrick Lamar featuring Baby Keem - "Savior"
Kendrick Lamar and Baby Keem interrogate celebrity worship and fan culture on this booming highlight from Lamar's towering TDE finale, Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers, which is out today, featuring appearances from Sampha, Ghostface Killah, Summer Walker, Alchemist, and more.
bLAck pARty - "Hotline"
bLAck pARty serves up a silky r&b suite as his latest loosie.
MIA GLADSTONE featuring Matt Martians - "EMPATHY"
MIA GLADSTONE and Matt Martians find a sun-kissed space between drum-and-bass and dreamy bedroom r&b on this ascendant single.
Yaya Bey - "Reprise"
Yaya Bey keeps the singles campaign alive with a sweet and simmering slow-burner.
Leikeli47 - "Free to Love"
Leikeli47 unloads on an unfaithful lover on this soulful sprawl from her new album, Shape Up, which is out today via Hardcover and RCA.
