Michael Kiwanuku - Love and Hate

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This song… makes me feel like I can acknowledge that life is tough… but I'm tougher. Reminding me of my strength...my worth...and to succeed no matter what.  

I love this song but I think this artist is special...his lyrics...his production...matches the sincerity of his voice.  If you haven't checked out his album...please do

You can't bring me down… press play

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Goldlink ft. Miguel - Got Friends

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Okay. So you got two doors.  One, is a mini movie. The other, the song. If I were you, I'd check both but… I'm not you.

The song is straight vibing material at its finest. I love both these artists and I was ready to turn up when they made a track together.  I don't know… Miguel needs to drop an album featuring different artists cause I'm a fan of who he tends to select for collaborations.

High volume y'all… and watch the video when you're free. Lil trippy… nothing wrong with that though right:-)

Press play

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GoldLink's "Got Friends" featuring Miguel available now: http://smarturl.it/GFGLM/ Apple Music: http://smarturl.it/GFGLM/applemusic Spotify: http://smarturl.it/GFGLM/spotify Amazon: http://smarturl.it/GFGLM/az Google Play: http://smarturl.it/GFGLM/googleplay Deezer: http://smarturl.it/GFGLM/deezer Soundcloud: http://smarturl.it/GFGLM/soundcloud Shows x BTS videos recently added: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_zcCXjQyr8VOwmqb6guEyEn9Wa9Lsigo Follow GoldLink: http://www.goldlink.info https://www.twitter.com/goldlink https://www.facebook.com/goldlink https://www.instagram.com/goldlink Follow Miguel: https://twitter.com/Miguel https://www.facebook.com/miguelmusic/ https://www.instagram.com/miguel/ #GoldLink #Miguel #Hip Hop #Squaaash Club #DMV #At What Cost

J. Cole - Middle Child

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This dude… something about his music just screams “current mood”.  Now don't get it twisted. Not my current mood. HIS. You can listen to J.Cole and always feels like you're getting J.Cole.  that's not as easy as it sounds. Writers...artists...musicians might get where I’m coming from a bit more (no disrespect ). So much is processed at the speed of life, you can easily think it's you when in fact it's a compilation of something you came across or listened to unintentionally.  

Today I just feel like… things are clear. I'm seeing things for what they are. This song is keeping me focused right now.  Strong beat but the flowed go in sync from jump and he rode it. Gotta stay out of the beats way sometimes.

Here's hoping his albums keep feeding our soul.  I'm saluting you brother Cole. Keep shining...press play

J. Cole - Middle Child (Official Audio) Stream or Download "Middle Child" now: https://dreamville.lnk.to/middlechild Where the fuck is the off season YouTube playlist: http://smarturl.it/WTFITOSYT (You good T-Minus?)

Amerie - Curious

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I can't be the only one who LOVED everything Amerie touched. I refuse to believe that.  So, when I see her name… I click.

Kinda feeling this vibe on a Monday.  Hoping this means an album or EP is in the works.  

Before I get back to my workflow… can I say it bothers me when people say an artist is underrated? I'll be the first to admit I've said it too but I'm trying to work that term out of my vocabulary.  Like, YOU know how good the artist is…so share the song like it’s the gospel. Yea, everyone likes awards, money or various accolades that come with the mainstream approval. But real art is about the music.  Amerie is a REAL artist. If you see it, share it and be honored to listen to the magic.

Looking beautiful.  Sounding beautiful. Amerie ladies and gents… stay awhile and press play.

Music video for Curious performed by Amerie. Produced by CutFocus, LLC & DJ Crook Carlos Torres: Director/ Editor Jake Slonecker: Camera Operator / Editor Norvin Guinto: Production Assistant Carlos Fishburn: Producer Jed: Production Assistant Copyright (C) 2019 Feeniix Rising Entertainment. http://vevo.ly/8ymHF7

San Cisco: Awkward

Da da da da da da da da da...

This song is a few years old but relevant.  Timeless.  On point.  The song is only matched by the video.  It’s funny and we all know someone who does this or had this done to them.  San Cisco is a really good band and I hope ya’ll check them out.  But first….awkward

“I left a message last night

You haven't called back I've been calling you for days

I have my keys at the gate

My mind is made up to make a quick escape”

US - Order the "Awkward EP" now: http://smarturl.it/SanCiscoEP?iqid=va UK - Order here: http://smarturl.it/sanciscosc?iqid=va http://sancisco.com http://facebook.com/sanciscomusic http://twitter.com/sanciscomusic (Directed by Andrew Nowrojee) Music video by San Cisco performing Awkward. RCA Records


Erykah Badu: Tyrone

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Every so often a track comes along that’s so good it transcends the song.  Don't believe me?  Tyrone is that song.  Now, I never dated a female version of “Tyrone”.  Truthfully, I feel kinda bad cause Tyrone isn’t the bad guy! He’s actually the good friend that is picking up the deadbeat! But I digress…Erykah made a song perfect for when you need to "purge".

I ain't no cheap thrill
Cause Miss Badu is always comin' for real
And you know the deal
Every-time we go somewhere
I gotta reach down in my purse
To pay your way and your homeboys way
And sometimes your cousin's way
They don't never have to pay
Don't have no cars
Hang around in bars

I know what you’re thinking… the lyrics are cool but I don’t see what you’re saying.  That’s the thing…it’s the FEEL.  The sound, the pace and the WAY Erykah Badu sings the song…the hook in particular makes you just want to put the song on repeat when you need some house cleaning in your life (metaphorically speaking).  A friend, your job, family or a significant other in this case…the energy remains the same.  Purge.  Getting whatever it is out of your system to move on.  Happy belated Ms. Badu.  One of the first songs I heard live before the recorded version and still prefer it as the original article.  Enjoy ya’ll…and if you are gonna purge…

“You need to call Tyrone
(Call Him)

But ya can’t use my phone”

*Special shout out to Nerissa for sharing her mood! I'm with you sister!