Papoose produced new songs each month in 2021, containing dope cuts featuring E-40, Rick Ross, Remy Ma, Jim Jones, Wiz Khalifa, Lil Wayne, Busta Rhymes, 2 Chainz, Anthony Hamilton, as well as many others. Stan Da Man’s production of “Heat 7,” a collaborative venture between the legendary Method Man and the New York king, proves, without a doubt, that these two continue to deliver some of their most accomplished bars to date:
A video for “Heat 7” featuring WillC and Tana shows Pap and Meth mainly delivering their bars in dark rooms, as different graphics appear behind them, matching the subject matter of the song. During the performance, the songstors can also be seen in a room filled with yellow tape, which is an appropriate setting for the lyrical assault that unfolded.
Meanwhile, Method Man was recently honored for the soundtrack to his smash hit “You’re All I Need” along with his performance on “Power Book II: Ghost.” Meth talked about the experience of collaborating with (and winning alongside) Mary J. Blige:
The feeling of working on something for so long and reaping the rewards is something I have never experienced in my life before. ’95 was the year I won the Grammy for music with Mary J. Blige. Then I got an NAACP award for acting with Mary J. Blige. I couldn’t have asked for anything better.”
The 90’s brought us some of the most prolific rappers and MCs in history. From Biggie, Tupac Shakur, Busta Rhymes, NAS, Jay Z, Missy Elliot, Outkast, and more were birth in this generation.
Missy Elliott, the trailblazing rapper, is no stranger to making history. With her innovative music style, she has consistently pushed the boundaries of hip-hop. This summer, she’s about to make another significant stride in her illustrious career with her first-ever headlining tour: Out Of This World.
“This is an incredible time in my life as I am experiencing so many milestone ‘firsts.’ Being the FIRST female Hip Hop artist to be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and now going out on my FIRST headline tour,” – Missy Elliott
The Announcement
The revelation of the Out Of This World Tour was made via an Instagram post, showing the “Work It” rapper’s knack for keeping in touch with her fanbase through social media platforms. This 24-city expedition, which is a joint venture between Live Nation and Elliott’s longtime manager Mona Scott-Young, is set to commence on July 4 in Vancouver.
The Journey Begins
From Vancouver, the musical voyage will traverse several cities, including Seattle (July 6), Oakland (July 9), Los Angeles (July 11), Las Vegas (July 13), Houston (July 20), Atlanta (July 27), Philadelphia (August 5), Boston (August 10), Brooklyn (August 12), and Detroit (August 15). The tour will culminate in Rosemont, Illinois, on August 22, leaving a trail of unforgettable performances and ecstatic fans.
Special Appearances
To make the Out Of This World Tour even more exciting, a few of Missy’s frequent collaborators are set to make guest appearances. These include Timbaland, Busta Rhymes, and Ciara, making this tour a must-see for all music enthusiasts.
“I had to do it big, and I had to do it with family!” – Missy Elliott
The Impact
Missy Elliott’s influence on music and culture extends far beyond her discography. From her fashion to her music videos, she has consistently set trends and broken barriers. This tour is another testament to her lasting impact and her commitment to delivering unique experiences to her fans.
More on Missy Elliott
Find more about Missy Elliott’s enduring influence on music and culture here. Also, check out her response to Cardi B’s new song sampling “She’s a B*tch” here.
Conclusion
Missy Elliott’s first-ever headlining tour is a testament to her pioneering spirit and her enduring impact on the music scene. With guest appearances from Busta Rhymes, Ciara, and Timbaland, it’s set to be an extraordinary musical journey.
Shaquille O’Neal assured the public that he will continue to be pleasant on the mic. It was announced yesterday (May 2) that NBA Hall of Famer KoKo would release his new single, King Talk, which features Blackway. Shaquille O’Neal posted the track to his social media accounts for the first time back in February when he used it as part of an animation video celebrating LeBron’s record-breaking first season as the NBA’s all-time leading scorer. The track opens up with Blackway delivering a hard-hitting delivery following his hard-hitting delivery that he lays out:
“KoKo and I have been exchanging beats for a while now and we have been sending each other beats back and forth. I knew I had to seize this opportunity after he played me this song,” Shaquille O’Neal explained via a press release. “There was never going to be a better moment for me to collaborate with Blackway, and this was the right time for it. My favorite part about this record is that I can feel as if I’m walking out for game seven of the NBA finals. Especially for LeBron James, the lyrics of the track and the vibe of the music were perfect for the moment when he broke the NBA scoring record. There was no doubt in my mind that I must share it with the world a king respects a king.”
As it prepares to release his EP later this summer, Ghanaian-American afrobeats and hip hop artist Blackway is steadily working up to the release of his EP. Back in March, he released his first single titled, “Lion”, which is the lead track on the album. Among his most recent projects is the 2020 album New Yhana 2, a project that featured performances from Papi ojo, Busta Rhymes, and more.
Earlier this week, its estate announced that posthumous emcee Phife Dawg’s long-awaited album, Forever, had been released. Today (Mar. 22) marks the sixth anniversary of his death, so it is perfect timing for the release of this project via AWAL.
Rapsody’s new album contains 13 tracks that are backed by a long list of collaborators, including Rapsody, Renée Neufville, Busta Rhymes, Redman, Q-Tip, Lyric Jones, Little Brother, POS, and plenty others. Production responsibilities were handled by people such as J Dilla, 9th Wonder, Angela Winbush, and more. Listeners were able to enjoy “Nutshell Pt. 2” before the album was released and Phife was able to showcase his rap talent alongside Busta Rhymes and Redman:
Associated Producer and collaborator Dion “Rasta Root” Liverpool voiced his excitement about the project’s upcoming release: “I’m thrilled to be a part of Phife’s legacy.” He must be reading the credits and working on the artwork in the background.”
Malik’s wife Deisha Taylor stated that the release of Phife Dawg’s album has left us overwhelmed with excitement. Having waited six years for this, our happiness is limitless.”
New York-born MC Joey Bada$$, who was nominated for four GRAMMY Awards, had spent time working on his debut album, collaborating with trusted artists, and curating a catalogue of songs that represented his music. An early report suggested the album would be entitled Give Thanks and the project was initially scheduled to be released in 2017. Listeners were offered the track “Beat The System” in 2020, as well as the single “Nutshell” in 2016.
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