It’s all about musical diversity this week – as a wide array of artists are delivering new tunes and new projects from all across urban music. You can’t go wrong – but we’ve got the hot picks for your playlist heading into the weekend.
This week, Coi Leray and G Herbo drop off their new track “Pink Money,” with Drizzy Drake letting fans know he’s in the “Dog House” on his latest single. After dropping Man Down last year, Cali rap icon Ice Cube delivers the follow-up in Man Up. And then, of course, there’s new heat from the legendary Mobb Deep.
Meanwhile, Little Simz is here with her new single “Don’t Leave Too Soon;” and Rick Ross along with Juicy J and a host of others come ready with the season’s hottest posse cut in “Moneyfly.” Bia gets with Key Glock for an epic return; as Hit-Boy continues his run of strong singles. The guy just has too much heat ready to go.
Each week, Okayplayer will deliver a roundup of all the latest new heat from some of our favorite artists. Check out the latest offerings in our playlist below:
NEW SONGS
DRAKE - “DOG HOUSE”
Drizzy teams up with indie singer-songwriter Julia Wolf for this ethereal track. She opens things before Drake gets going and the results are a cross between Y2K emo and the best kind of dreamscape pop.
LITTLE SIMZ - “DON’T LEAVE TOO SOON”
The British rapper has always been lyrically sharp as well as emotionally inward-looking. Her vulnerability is on full display here.
MOBB DEEP - “AGAINST THE WORLD”
Mobb Deep’s new album is on the way, and if this is any indicator, it should be dope.
POLO G - “SHOOT IT OFF”
His legal issues may have led to a semi-hiatus but G comes roaring back with a monster of a single. The rapper out of Chicago seems primed for a second act.
COI LERAY FEAT. G HERBO AND BKTHERULA – “PINK MONEY”
The Grammy-nominated, multiplatinum powerhouse returns with her new single featuring G Herbo and Bktherula. It’s her first official release since dropping her EP, What Happened to Forever, earlier this year.
BIA FEAT. KEY GLOCK – “DADE”
This pair-up is also featured on the Madden '26 soundtrack, (alongside Bia’s hit single “We On Go”), and her official debut album BIANCA is due out in October.
YODOGG & CARDO GOT WINGS – “I BET”
Atlanta rhymer YoDogg continues to carve out his own space, and his latest single and visual pairs him with Grammy-winning producer Cardo Got Wings. A snapshot of YoDogg’s rise–over Cardo’s distinct production.
BUNNAB - "EATCHA BEATCHA"
Produced by Bankroll Got It and premiered it on Kai Cenat's Mafiathon livestream the day after NBA Youngboy brought her out for a surprise performance at his LA arena show. Bunna has been on a crazy run lately.
JULIAN TORRES, DEYRA BARRERA, NEZZA, & D-SMOKE - “MI VOZ”
With ICE raids across the country, a new anthem of unity and resilience emerges via this powerful collaboration. Produced by Grammy Award-winning Palestinian-American DJ and producer FredWreck.
RICK ROSS, JUICY J, LUNCHMONEY LEWIS & MADMAXX UNITE - “MONEYFLY”
Sometimes you just want some of that classic posse cut energy. A new heavyweight collaboration featuring three spitters over MadMaxx production. It’s forever a flossin’ anthem.
HIT-BOY FEAT. BABYTRON, AZ CHIKE AND SPANK NITTI JAMES - “START DISSIN’”
Hit's fourth single in his ongoing run of releases after he finally exited his 18-year publishing deal with the help of Jay-Z.
PEEZY & BABYFACE RAY - “LET’S TALK ABOUT IT”
Two of Detroit’s best connect for their new single and visual, and the track pulls listeners directly into their world; where business is handled, loyalty is tested, and the hustle never slows down.
Trading verses with the confidence and street charisma that have made them cornerstones of Detroit rap.
ROCHELLE JORDAN - “SWEET SENSATION”
The newest track from her gorgeous new album due out in late September. A gorgeous blend of R&B, soul and dance music, coming together in a dazzling and infectious single.
BLESSING JOLIE - “20TEENS”
The Nigerian American 23-year-old releases the second single from her debut album, 20Nothing. The buzz has been building ever since she began sharing guitar and singing videos online — and since her debut EP, The Girl Next Door.
KEITHIAN - “NEVER BE THE SAME”
The second single from HUMAN / SINNER, follows “Walk With Me.” This expressive track is about the quiet ache right before love completely unravels. With stripped-down production and raw lyrics.
SHAD - “K.I.S.S.” + “ISLANDS”
With a career that spans two decades marked by critical acclaim, the legendary Canadian rapper preps his seventh album Start Anew and drops two new singles – the former with Jon Kabongo; and the latter featuring TLO.
PHIL ADÉ - “HEY MAMI”
The rapper, songwriter, and producer out of the DMV unveils his latest–the second offering from his forthcoming independent EP, philip, which is set for release in October. A dancefloor-ready, R&B-tinged groove, with production by Mando Fresh.
JAY 305 AND JAY ANTHONY - “WAY HARDER”
Produced by Ashton Mcreight, this West Coast rider fuses smooth samples with boom bap drums and undeniable energy.The Bay Area to LA works; this is the first single from their upcoming debut joint project, No GuestList.
OBIE TRICE - “TBH”
The Detroit rap legend drops a heater –the kind of track that delivers the grit, raw storytelling, and razor-sharp lyricism that has always made Obie one of the game’s most respected.
TY DOLLA $IGN - "ALL IN"
Ty Dolla $ign lives the life of a tycoon on his new single.
NEW ALBUMS
ICE CUBE - ‘MAN UP’
The follow up to last year’s critically acclaimed Man Down, the West Coast godfather delivers an unflinchingly raw document of the times; with his trademark social commentary over the kind of hard-hitting production that has always made him a cultural force.
RAPSODY - ‘MADRAPS’ EP
The brief EP features two tracks, “Avon Thru The Wire” and “Daddy’s Girl,” showcasing the hip-hop vet at her sharpest, and most introspective – all over Madlib’s textured, richly-layered production. A tribute to the voices of women rarely heard.
TONY SHHNOW - ‘SELF PORTRAIT’
The ATL cult favorite drops his new album–produced entirely by Grammy-nominated duo Mike & Keys (Nipsey Hussle, Eminem). With spots from Florida teen star Luh Tyler, AMP member Chrisnxtdoor and fellow ATLien Marco Plus.
LIIM - ‘LIIM LASALLE LOVES YOU’
Harlem’s own drops his debut on the heels of astring of well-received recent singles. An album about maturation and the growing pains that come alongside transitioning into adulthood (first love, shifting relationships, and hard-earned life lessons).
OXYMORRONS - ‘CREATE. DESTROY. REBUILD. REPEAT.’
The genre-defying punks out of New York are kicking down the door on their new EP, which marks their first release as a fully independent three-piece. Written, recorded, and produced entirely by vocalist brothers Deee and KI and guitarist Jafé Paulino, C.D.R.R.
HASIZZLE - ‘BRA$$ AND A$$’
The New Orleans bounce icon releases this highly anticipated celebration of 20 years of shaping the sound and spirit of New Orleans bounce. A high-octane, culture-rich and rhythm-fueled ride through the Crescent City.
ANYSIA KYM AND TONY SELTZER - ‘PURITY’
Following her collab EP with Lorraine James earlier this year, the new collaborative project from Kym pairs with the uber-talent Seltzer and showcases a very different side of her versatility as a vocalist and producer.
FREDO BANG - ‘KREATURE MUZIK’
The Louisiana representer drops his newest; 11 new tracks, including rare appearances from Da Real Gee Money and Blvd Quick.
RAQ BABY - ‘I NEVER GAVE AF’
He’s doing his thing at just 20 years old. He went on tour with SahBabii, sold out his first headlining shows in ATL, Chicago + Charlotte and now drops his new project–with features from G Herbo, Toosii & FattMack.
ABIR - ‘THE GAME’
A surprise album artwork reveal with Rolling Stone MENA announced both her marriage and pregnancy. This 12-track project explores the idea that love is ultimately a game you play with yourself, demanding honesty, self-awareness, and courage.
KING ISO - ‘GHETTO PSYCHO’
One of Strange Music’s breakout artists, Iso is also an impressive rhymer and songwriter. And his latest shows he’s more than ready to claim the “rage rap” crown.
AYONI - ‘ISOLA’
The pop-soul powerhouse is already an accomplished singer, songwriter, producer, and instrumentalist and she’s only 25 years old. And she’s also connected to what came before her.
4BATZ - ‘STILL SHININ’
A new era is loading right now. The Dallas native follows his 2024 mixtape U Made Me a St4r with this polished and accomplished project.
