“There is something to be said for unbound optimism and that is exactly what YONAS is offering with his positive vibe laden track, ‘Good Day.’
The flow here is loud and vibrant and full of easy to follow good cheer, even when YONAS drops a few fuck yous along the way. Join in, song along and you to can be having a ‘Good Day.’ ”
“The ‘Funny Thing’ is this song gave me Macy Gray vibes. With her incredible story telling abilities, I pictured being in a bookstore sitting down as Samantha Leah performed. This song also gives light-hearted vibes as it encourages you to laugh at disappointments rather than be upset.”
Lyrics written by Samantha Leah: It's a funny thing you do to me It's a funny thing you do, Funny thing you do It's a funny thing you do to me It's a funny thing you do, Funny thing you do I like the way that you play hard to get mm mm mm I like the images inside my head mm mm mm I even like when you don't call me back mm mm mm Sometimes it bothers me but I know that mm mm mm Finding fun within the process Usually I get Everything I want when I want it But I'm learning how to relax Learning how to sit back Letting it unfold how it's gonna And if you ain't gonna love me back Well I'm fine with that You'd be missing out but that's too damn bad Hey I know I deserve the world in fact Hey I won't go for nothin' less than that It's a funny thing you do to me It's a funny thing you do, Funny thing you do It's a funny thing you do to me It's a funny thing you do, Funny thing you do It's a funny thing you do to me It's a funny thing you do, Funny thing you do It's a funny thing you do to me It's a funny thing you do, Funny thing you do When I'm with you I feel brand new Like it was ecstasy I wanna drive right through the night Enjoy your company But when you say you have to go It's really hurtin' me Then I don't see you for weeks Baby I don't see you for weeks See, I struggle with the process Usually I get Everything I want when I want it But I'm learning how to relax Learning how to sit back Letting it unfold how it's gonna And if you ain't gonna love me back Well I'm fine with that You'd be missing out but that's too damn bad Hey I know I deserve the world in fact Hey I won't go for nothin' less than that Do to me... It's a funny thing you do to me It's a funny thing you do, Funny thing you do It's a funny thing you do to me It's a funny thing you do, Funny thing you do It's a funny thing you do to me It's a funny thing you do, Funny thing you do It's a funny thing you do to me It's a funny thing you do, Funny thing you do It's a funny thing you do to me It's a funny thing you do, Funny thing you do
“A quiet first verse ushers in this emotional cry for help. The track ramps up the emotional intensity as well as the tempo as the song progresses and the build pulls the listener along effortlessly until the second voice comes in with a surprising softness that drives home the vulnerability.
Fans of Coldplay will find it easy to connect with Paden’s style and sensibilities. ”
“Olivia Deane brings an energy and attitude to this genre bending track. Bringing definite Pop swagger and production to lyrics that permeate a honky-tonk queen vibe of Country music at its best, Deane put her foot down on the dating world’s throat with her single, ‘Cynic Queen.’ But so pure is the talent and earnest emotion that you can’t help but give her an enthusiastic ... Hell Yeah! Tell it girl!”
“This track brings an intimate vibe with its soft vocals and tranquil beat and melody. At only a little more than 90 seconds long the track does not fit into the commercial mindset, but I was mesmerized by the tender emotion behind the piece and each time I gave it a listen I was totally immersed and calmed by the mood of the track.
Feels like a glimpse into the personal thoughts of another, and yet it carried relevance for me as well. There is simply an understated beauty behind this song.”
“Exploding out with straight up energy, Phenom drops a hard hitting flow that never relents or eases up. ‘Fred Hampton Flow’ is two and a half minutes of pure verve. Lyrically the track stays sharp with lines that provoke thought. emotion and the steady beat brings heat to the mix giving this track a hyped up vibe that holds your focus. ”
“Breaking up is hard no matter the circumstances, but what happens when one or both of those involved knows that saying goodbye is a mistake they will regret?
That exact scenario is at the heart of this single from Madeleine Rae & Al von Staats. Both sets of vocals are soft and tender, and you can feel the emotion of the moment in the soft sweet arrangement. ”
“A fun track about not quite fitting in, ‘Shrug’ highlights OSTON’s vocal capabilities with a nicely varied and energetic performance. Written after moving to LA from Utah, the track is about the insecurities we all feel when forced beyond out comfort zone and the point is that sometimes it is better to simply shrug such feelings off, and stay true to who you are, rather than bend in uncomfortable ways. ”
“Some tracks capture you in their beat progression and pull you effortlessly along for the duration. ‘Pretty Pretty’ is such a song and while lyrically there are few surprises, the words are engaging enough that you are compelled to join in and sing along.
Delivering a bit of verve and attitude, YP GottiGang and Ju$tin Gray leave us with a track at home in the car with windows down, in the the club, or on that playlist for your girl.”
“This track drops a comical flow on the whole lock down, quarantine, Covid mindset. From blowing your stimulus wad on a one big joint, to Tiger King references, this one hits many notes of our time of self containment, but it does so with a wry smile and a thumping beat.
MADic obviously blew off some much needed steam by writing, recording, mix and mastering this one over a short 72 hour time-frame while stuck in confinement in NYC. His diverse talents show up throughout, and the video is a entertaining as well. ”
“A bluebird kind of day vibe permeates the air on this track which is laid over top of a jazz-like piano melody and the soft sounds of birds on a spring day. Lyrically, the piece falls somewhere between self-reflective stream of conscious, and a pointed freestyle about commentary on life and society. The flow comes steady and unrelenting with enough passion to make it interesting , but not so much that it spoils to tranquility of the mood. ”
“What do you have to lose? Shxt according to Mikano”
” In a Men In Black meets Dead President visual, Mikano gives us a paced flow in the first verse then a strong flow comes in. As the guys are seen jumping around and having fun in an empty deck the song may sound simple but it is catchy. ”
“Come for the fantastic line about Bill Murray and everyday being the same — Stay for the soulful beat and groove.
The writing sparkles at times on this track, and while there were a few production decisions that felt out of place me, the overall vibe here kept me tethered to the track all the way through. Both vocal flows are engaging, and I found myself closing my eyes and swaying along. In the end, that is all you can truly ask for from a song. ”
“Yo! You can’t go wrong with a Lil B collab off top but Dvda really has talent! His melodic flow style reminds me of NAV mixed with the Migos. The track has a nice bounce to it and Lil B approaches the second verse in classic Lil B fashion! Dvda has a style that is ready for the clubs! - Yung Miss”
“The more I listened to this track the more it grew on me! TRXNTRPS’ track “Going Places” definitely caught my attention going into the verse when one artist started using a southern drawl during his rap and the other came in sounding like Swae Lee! I love the contrast of the voices. Creative! - Yung Miss ”
“This track had my neck nodding from start to finish! I especially enjoyed the video! Besides the dope graphics, who doesn’t love nice cars, jewelry & money?! It is a short song but I liked it so much that I listened to it three times! - Yung Miss”
“Nell Beamen’s new track “Longway” has that drill sound mixed with the quick cadence popular in trap music. Though I am not a huge fan of autotune used on rap vocals, Nell Beamen’s lyrics impressed me and I could imagine the streets feeling this record - Yung Miss”
“I like K.I.N.G. the MC’s rapping skill. He is spitting his butt off! The production reminds me somewhat of U.K. hip hop which threw me off a little but the rawness in the vocals kept me interested. - Yung Miss
”
“Powerful lyrics and emotional performance gives this track an unrelenting allure that draws you deep into the treachery of heartbreak.
Escaping the memories of a lost love is tougher in this digital age where the current lives and statuses are but a click away, so even when we ‘Don’t Really Want To Know’ what is going on with that ex, the compulsion to check in is a hard one to fight. ”
“This track is a seductress. I didn’t really want to give in to it’s devilish charms, but Kelsy Karter gives a varied performance that is hard not to fall for, and the imagery of the video is fun and gripping as well.
Karter lives up to her unpredictable reputation with this track and the energy is undeniable. Give it a listen and be careful lest you to find a ‘Devil On My Shoulder.’ ”