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Kendrick Lamar: 39 For 39

For his 39th birthday here’s a list of Kendrick Lamar’s top 39 most-streamed songs on Spotify (as of mid-June 2026, based on data from kworb.net).

Note: This includes solo tracks, collaborations where he’s credited, and features (marked with *). Streams are all-time totals and fluctuate daily. The current totals and list are under the player.

All The Stars (with SZA) – ~3.044 billion

  1. HUMBLE. – ~2.936 billion

  2. Money Trees – ~2.248 billion

  3. Not Like Us – ~1.959 billion

  4. LOVE. FEAT. ZACARI. – ~1.896 billion

  5. luther (with sza) – ~1.545 billion

  6. DNA. – ~1.476 billion

  7. Pray For Me (with The Weeknd) – ~1.195 billion

  8. PRIDE. – ~1.189 billion

  9. family ties (with Baby Keem) – ~1.189 billion

  10. Swimming Pools (Drank) – ~1.168 billion

  11. Don't Wanna Know (feat. Kendrick Lamar) – Maroon 5 – ~1.112 billion

  12. Alright – ~1.050 billion

  13. Fkin' Problems (feat. Drake, 2 Chainz & Kendrick Lamar) – A$AP Rocky** – ~1.017 billion

  14. Like That (with Future & Metro Boomin) – ~1.016 billion

  15. Bitch, Don’t Kill My Vibe – ~956 million

  16. m.A.A.d city – ~923 million

  17. tv off (feat. lefty gunplay) – ~898 million

  18. LOYALTY. FEAT. RIHANNA. – ~883 million

  19. Collard Greens (feat. Kendrick Lamar) – ScHoolboy Q – ~804 million

  20. King Kunta – ~747 million

  21. Poetic Justice (feat. Drake) – ~738 million

  22. The Greatest (feat. Kendrick Lamar) – Sia – ~718 million

  23. King's Dead (with Future & James Blake) – ~682 million

  24. Swimming Pools (Drank) - Extended Version – ~595 million

  25. N95 – ~592 million

  26. squabble up – ~545 million

  27. ELEMENT. – ~526 million

  28. A.D.H.D – ~524 million

  29. Backseat Freestyle – ~517 million

  30. Die Hard – ~483 million

  31. Sidewalks (feat. Kendrick Lamar) – The Weeknd – ~482 million

  32. euphoria – ~469 million

  33. Stay Ready (What A Life) [feat. Kendrick Lamar] – Jhené Aiko – ~423 million

  34. Count Me Out – ~410 million

  35. United In Grief – ~410 million

  36. Rich Spirit – ~385 million

  37. DUCKWORTH. – ~371 million

  38. HUMBLE. - SKRILLEX REMIX – ~356 million

Rasheed Chappell - No Era For Margins (Album Stream)

Rasheed Chappell has been putting in that quiet work for over a decade now. Coming out of Passaic, New Jersey, he reps that gritty NY/NJ energy without chasing trends or forcing hooks for the algorithm. His early stuff with Kenny Dope on Future Before Nostalgia showed he could lock in with real producers, and projects like First Brick, the Buckwild collab Sinners & Saints, and those recent joints with 38 Spesh kept him consistent in the underground. He's not the loudest voice in the room, but if you're paying attention to lyricists who actually paint pictures from the block, Chappell's been on the short list for a minute.

His new one, No Era For Margins, dropped June 12 like it was always meant to surface now. Recorded during the weird stretch of the pandemic, the 14-track project feels like a time capsule that didn't age badly. It's packed with features from the underground circuit—Planet Asia, Hus Kingpin, Che Noir, Flee Lord, Vic Spencer, Camp Lo—and O.C. on narration duties. The production stays in that raw, cinematic lane Chappell thrives in: dusty drums, moody samples, nothing over-polished. No filler choruses or forced radio attempts. Just sharp storytelling and that calm confidence in his delivery that makes it feel like you're watching short films instead of just hearing bars.

What stands out is how unhurried it all sounds. In an era where everyone drops weekly to stay relevant, Chappell moves like the music still matters more than the rollout. No Era For Margins isn't trying to reinvent the wheel or go viral—it's just solid, lived-in hip-hop from somebody who's seen enough cycles to know margins don't define the art. If you're into that real-deal New York school narration with modern edge, this one's worth the spin. Chappell keeps proving why the real heads still check for him.


Jacquees ft. Juvenile - Lick Back (Official Music Video)

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Jacquees revealed plans for his new album Mood 2, scheduled for release on July 31. The project is the long-awaited successor to his breakout mixtape Mood, returning to the signature style that first put him on the map while ushering in the next phase of his career as one of R&B’s most dependable and prolific hitmakers.

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1900Rugrat - Pissed Me Off (Official Video)

1900Rugrat’s new video captures a gritty, unfiltered vibe. He vents about people trying to get in the way of his grind while he stays focused on his own path to success. The straight-to-the-point track gives the listener a look into his mindset as he keeps pushing forward.

T.F x DJ MUGGS - DONT CALL ME LUCKY (Official Film)

Don't Call Me Lucky is a groundbreaking 38-minute hip-hop sci-fi short film directed by Jason Goldwatch that acts as the visual counterpart to the new collaborative album by legendary producer DJ Muggs and South Central rapper T.F. This creative Soul Assassins production seamlessly blends reality, artificial intelligence, and virtual worlds into a surreal narrative inspired by sci-fi staples like The Matrix. The film's incredible music serves as a perfect testament to T.F's undeniable talent, especially coming off his massive success last year with The Green Bottle, which easily earned the title of my personal album of the year. Starring T.F, DJ Muggs, and Frankie Quiñones, the project boldly emphasizes that its flawless execution is the result of pure dedication rather than luck. Ultimately, this masterful combination of a high-stakes cinematic storyline and an exceptional soundtrack makes it a must-watch experience.

T-Dubb-O - Sets On The Wall EP

T-Dubb-O's EP, Sets on the Wall, features 12 tracks produced by Grimwell the Villain. The album bridges classic, trap, and conscious styles, creating a raw commentary on street life. It focuses on resilience and personal survival & acts as an homage to his community and a reflection on systemic issues.

Fiend & Devon Gallaspy - Sadistic (Official Video)

"Sadistic" by Fiend & Devon Gallaspy highlights Fiend’s high level delivery and lyricism. Many fans still consider his 1998 album There's One in Every Family the best solo project ever released on No Limit Records. Throughout his career, Fiend has had stints on Ruff Ryders, Hypnotize Minds, and Jet Life Recordings. This release proves the veteran remains as vicious and relevant as ever. Do yourself a favor and dive into his whole catalogue.

All Nas & AZ Collaborations

If I missed any songs let me know in the comments.

The release of AZ’s latest album Doe or Die III has me diving back into one of hip-hop’s most underrated partnerships. To celebrate, I put together a playlist with all the Nas and AZ collaborations on Spotify, along with The Firm classics. I also made sure to include YouTube videos of the Affirmative Action remix and their unreleased gem “Serious,” a track that perfectly captures the effortless chemistry these two have always shared. I believe this is every song they’ve made together. Few artists complement each other the way Nas and AZ do — their back-and-forth feels almost telepathic.

What makes their chemistry arguably the best in rap history is the way they trade bars with precision and flair. Both are lyrical with perfectly matched delivery styles: Nas with his cinematic storytelling and intricate wordplay, AZ with his smooth, methodical cadence and vivid street imagery. The songs on this playlist showcase multiple flows, layered metaphors, and that signature Queens-Brooklyn synergy. Every track feels like a conversation between two elite MCs who genuinely respect and elevate one another.

Their relationship dates back to the early ‘90s when a young AZ famously appeared as the only guest on Nas’ masterpiece Illmatic. From there they formed The Firm, dropped solo gems on each other’s projects, and continued linking up. Now, with AZ teaming Nas’ Mass Appeal label for Doe or Die III, their three-decade bond feels stronger than ever. When rap partnerships often fizzle, Nas and AZ remain a masterclass in longevity, mutual respect, and pure lyricism.

Remy Ma To Star In Lifetime Psychological Thriller

As she marks the 20-year anniversary of her debut album There’s Something About Remy, two-time Grammy-nominated and two-time BET Award-winning artist Remy Ma is expanding her work into a wider range of television, film, and storytelling projects. The first of these is the Lifetime psychological thriller Don’t Trust the Girls Upstairs, which premieres Saturday, June 20 at 8/7c. The film is based on the bestselling novel My Sister’s Daughter by Liv Constantine.

In the movie, Remy Ma plays Ashley Preston, a woman whose life is disrupted when she and her husband Elliot (Garfield Wilson) take in her orphaned teenage niece Serena (Aliyah Marc) after the sudden death of Ashley’s estranged sister. What starts as a gesture of support soon leads to escalating strange incidents at home, growing tensions between Serena and Ashley’s daughter Luna (Sasha Rojen), and a climate of paranoia and distrust. Ashley must confront buried secrets and uncover the truth before the situation inside her own household becomes dangerous. The role represents another significant on-screen performance for Remy Ma as she continues to build her presence in acting. “Working with Lifetime again has been an incredible experience,” she said. “Ashley is a woman who would do anything to protect her family, but everybody in that house is hiding something. She’s carrying grief, trauma, and pain she’s never fully dealt with, and that made this role feel very real to me. This role challenged me emotionally in ways I didn’t expect.” Don’t Trust the Girls Upstairs is directed by David Weaver from a script by Crystal Verge, and produced by Navid Soofi for Studio TF1 America in association with Rohm Feifer Entertainment, with executive producers Kara Feifer, Elisabeth Rohm, Timothy O. Johnson, and Meghan Hooper White.



LUCKI - 'Dr*gs R Bad' (Album Stream)

The release of Chicago rapper LUCKI’s 26-track album, Drgs R Bad*, on May 15, 2026, marks a calculated and significant inflection point in his career. The project features prominent guest appearances from Lil Baby, Lil Yachty, and Veeze.

To contextualize this release, one must trace LUCKI’s deliberate, decade-long trajectory within the hip-hop landscape. Emerging from the Chicago underground scene in the early 2010s as Lucki Eck$, he intentionally distanced himself from the dominant drill music sounds of the region, choosing instead to pioneer a distinct, low-tempo cloud-rap style on early mixtapes like Alternative Trap. This stylistic independence allowed him to cultivate a highly loyal, grassroots fan base, operating largely outside the traditional major-label pipeline while steadily increasing his touring footprint and streaming metrics year over year. With Drgs R Bad*, LUCKI is attempting to transition that dedicated underground baseline into sustained mainstream visibility. By delivering a dense, uncompromising 26-song LP amidst peak market competition, LUCKI has solidified his standing as a resilient, self-made fixture in modern rap.

Mudbaby Ru - Black Truck

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The instrumental to Mudbaby Ru's "Black Truck" is a straightforward Southern trap beat produced by Lil Terry. It centers around a heavy 808 bass, crisp hi-hats, and steady snare patterns that keep the rhythm driving forward. Dark synths and atmospheric pads set a moody, late-night tone, creating a fitting backdrop for the song’s street-oriented themes.

In "Black Truck," Mudbaby Ru masterfully highlights the tension between braggadocious flexing and the grim realities of street life. The lyrics celebrate excess and dominance—bulletproof luxury trucks packed with women, high-end jewelry worth dying for, packed shows, and potent smoke—projecting an image of untouchable success and hedonistic freedom. Yet this swagger is constantly undercut by an atmosphere of paranoia, betrayal, and imminent violence: distrust of the women in the truck, scanning for threats, readiness to spin on opps, masking up, and graphic references to tapping heads or retaliating if crossed.


Peanut Da Don and the Unfinished Trap Symphony of Simpson Road

Peanut Da Don and the Unfinished Trap Symphony of Simpson Road.

Back in 2016, Peanut Da Don let Back On Simpson 2 loose like it was the last tape the Westside might ever need. Hosted by DJ Plugg and Omezy, the project wasn’t some polished major-label debut designed for radio playlists. It was raw, topical, and soaked in the specific dialect of Atlanta’s forgotten corners. Seventeen tracks of grit, flexing, and that particular marriage of menace and melody only certain authentic voices can deliver. Peanut wasn’t inventing trap—he was standing in the middle of the block it built, adding his own bricks with every bar.

Before the Grand Hustle cosign put eyes on him from beyond the A, Peanut was the voice of a specific patch of concrete. Simpson Rd raised him, shaped him, and gave him the material that made Back On Simpson 2 feel less like music and more like field reporting from the trenches. He came up in that ecosystem where T.I. had already turned Bankhead into a brand, but Peanut brought his own flavor—aggressive but melodic, street but tuneful. He linked with the Hustle Gang machinery, landing features and remixes that put him in rotation with T.I., Quavo, B.o.B., and the rest. Signing to Grand Hustle wasn’t just a deal; it was validation that the King of the South heard something undeniably authentic in Peanut’s bars. Tip didn’t just add another artist—he brought in a walking embodiment of the Westside.

Then it all stopped. Peanut Da Don passed away too soon, another name added to the ledger of Atlanta talents taken before their chapter was fully written. Tributes poured in—from Lotto Savage reminiscing on their bond to No Plug breaking down in pain on social media. T.I. and the crew honored him with the “Trenches Reloaded” remix, keeping Peanut’s voice alive in the mix even after the physical presence was gone. The loss hit the streets hard because Peanut wasn’t some distant celebrity; he was one of them, repping Simpson to the fullest, turning lived experience into something you could digest through music.

His legacy sits in that uncomfortable space where potential meets tragedy. Back On Simpson 2 remains a snapshot of what was and what could have been—a bridge between the classic trap era and whatever comes next. In a city that produces stars like assembly-line work, Peanut represented the ones who grind in the shadows of the legends, carrying the culture without the full shine. The tape still goes hard because truth doesn’t have an expiration date. Plus Peanut was a hell of a songwriter if nothing else. Simpson Road raised him, the streets tested him, Grand Hustle platformed him, and the game lost him. But the music? That lives in the trunks and the playlists of folks who know the real when they hear it.

So when you spin Back On Simpson 2 now, don’t just hear bars and beats. Hear a young man from the Westside who made it far enough to link with Tip, who captured a moment in Atlanta’s endless trap saga, and who left us wondering about the albums that never got made. Peanut Da Don didn’t get to see the full harvest, but he planted seeds in the concrete. Long live Da Don.

Gucci Mane's Rare Debut CD Listed for a Million Dollars on eBay

In a striking example of hip-hop memorabilia reaching astronomical prices, a rare original copy of Gucci Mane's first independent full-length album has surfaced on eBay with a staggering Buy It Now price of one million dollars. This makes it the current most expensive rap CD on eBay. Titled Str8 Drop Records Presents Gucci Mane LaFlare, the disc is listed by seller dansake-42 and represents one of the most valuable physical items in the Atlanta rapper's extensive catalog. Limited to just 1,000 copies pressed around 2001-2002, this early artifact captures Gucci at the very beginning of his career, long before his mainstream breakthrough and string of hits.

The album stands as Gucci Mane's first independent project, showcasing the raw, emerging sound of Atlanta trap. It features production from Zaytoven and members of the Str8 Drop crew, along with early appearances by collaborators like OJ Da Juiceman. Tracks deliver gritty street narratives and energetic flows over bouncy, hypnotic beats that would later define the trap genre. While a 2010 reissue brought digital availability, original pressings from the early 2000s remain exceptionally scarce, as most circulated locally in Atlanta and Alabama through hand-to-hand distribution.