This Friday: New Music from A$AP Rocky, NBA YoungBoy, Gunna & More

This week’s New Music Friday brings A$AP Rocky to the forefront with his latest album, “Don’t Be Dumb,” marking his return after an eight-year hiatus. The album is a diverse and star-studded masterpiece from Pretty Flacko, showcasing his musical versatility and influences. Collaborating with artists like Tyler, The Creator, Westside Gunn, Doechii, and even legends like Danny Elfman and Tim Burton, this album is poised to secure A$AP Rocky his third number one spot on the Billboard 200.

Additionally, NBA YoungBoy breaks the silence with the long-awaited release of “Slime Cry,” featuring appearances from Burna Boy and Jelly Roll. Wiz Khalifa also surprises fans by dropping his newest album, “Khaotic,” packed with collaborations with artists like 2 Chainz, Juicy J, and Max B, who recently regained freedom.

On the singles front, Gunna partners with Chris Brown for a remix of his hit track “wgft,” while Maxo Kream, Denzel Curry, and JPEGMAFIA deliver a standout trap anthem titled “Fake Jeezy.” Veeze joins forces with Lil Baby and Rylo Rodriguez to produce “One of Them Ones,” another chart-topping single.

As we navigate through this week’s rap releases, there’s a vast selection of stellar content up for grabs. Jill Scott makes a commanding return with “Don’t Play,” Ella Mai mesmerizes listeners with “100,” and Joyner Lucas captivates with “Monsters.” PlaqueBoyMax and Bryson Tiller team up for the emotionally charged “wyd,” while the Serial Killers, composed of Xzibit, B-Real, and Demrick, present “This Thing Of Ours.”

Other notable tracks include Deante’ Hitchcock’s “Reminders” featuring 6LACK, Childish Major, and Anna Field, as well as Grafh’s “Outside” with Styles P, 38 Spesh, and Mitchy Slick. GENA, the collaboration between Liv.e and Karriem Riggins, delights with “Lead It Up,” and Gabriel Jacoby showcases his talent with “gutta child.” Finally, Lexa Gates blesses us with “I Am.”

New Music Friday is undoubtedly a treasure trove for rap enthusiasts, offering a variety of fresh tracks to explore and enjoy. With so many talented artists gracing our ears this week, there’s no shortage of captivating content to embrace. Each release brings a unique flavor to the ever-evolving rap landscape, catering to every listener’s taste and preference. So, dive in and discover the magic waiting for you in this week’s top rap albums and songs.