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Hip-Hop & Soul N°449 – 2010s Music Videos

How well do you know the music of Swarmz and Tion Wayne blend UK rap and drill on "Bally," balancing gritty beats, streetwise lyrics, and mainstream polish, while Kendrick Lamar’s "Backseat Freestyle" delivers booming ambition on a Hit-Boy beat. J. Cole’s introspective "4 Your Eyez Only" contrasts with Sage the Gemini’s bass-heavy "Gas Pedal," a viral dance hit. Kid Ink’s "Hotel" teams with Chris Brown for a nightlife anthem, and "My Life" unites 50 Cent, Eminem, and Adam Levine for a moody reflection on fame. Skepta’s pop-inflected "Cross My Heart" pairs grime with commercial appeal, and Diddy – Dirty Money’s "Coming Home" combines melancholy storytelling with Skylar Grey’s haunting hook.? Take our 12-track quiz.

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Read more about the article Hip-Hop & Soul N°233 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos

Hip-Hop & Soul N°233 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos

RMX Crw’s “Turn Me On” blends electronic beats and sultry vocals, perfect for late-2000s clubs, while T2 and Jodie Aysha’s “Heartbroken” gave UK garage a hit with its sharp rhythm and emotional hook. The Game’s “Let’s Ride” shines with West Coast swagger, and Macy Gray’s “I Try” is an offbeat pop gem with raw vulnerability. Beastie Boys’ “Triple Trouble” channels retro hip-hop playfulness, and Whitney Houston’s “Heartbreak Hotel,” with Faith Evans and Kelly Price, captures heartbreak with smooth R&B finesse. Joss Stone’s “Right to Be Wrong” layers individuality with soulful grit, standing out alongside G-Unit’s assertive “Stunt 101,” a chart-topping ode to ambition.

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Read more about the article Hip-Hop & Soul N°98 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos

Hip-Hop & Soul N°98 – Vintage 2000s Music Videos

Dizzee Rascal’s “Dance Wiv Me” blends Calvin Harris’s slick production with gritty swagger, creating a club-ready anthem that ruled UK charts in 2008. Estelle’s “American Boy,” featuring Kanye West, charms with its playful groove, while M.I.A.’s “Paper Planes” critiques capitalism with wit and sharp beats. Flo Rida and T-Pain’s “Low” dominated dancefloors, and Coolio’s “Gangsta’s Paradise” left a lasting mark with its reflective lyrics and timeless Stevie Wonder sample. Kanye’s experimental “Love Lockdown” and Beyoncé’s theatrical “Listen” pushed boundaries, while Ne-Yo’s “Closer” and Madcon’s funky “Beggin’” redefined pop and R&B appeal.

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Hip-Hop & Soul N°94 – Vintage 2000s Videos

Soulja Boy’s infectious "Crank That" redefined mid-2000s internet music virality with catchy hooks and a viral dance, while Alicia Keys’ soul-stirring "Fallin’" blended gospel and neo-soul into raw emotional storytelling. Rihanna’s "Umbrella" dominated charts with its unforgettable refrain, and Kanye’s "Stronger" fused Daft Punk with bold ambition. Beyoncé’s "Listen" stood out as a dramatic anthem, and Naughty by Nature’s playful "O.P.P." turned clever wordplay into a cultural phenomenon.

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Read more about the article Hip-Hop & Soul N°455 – 2010s Music Videos

Hip-Hop & Soul N°455 – 2010s Music Videos

Big Boi’s "All Night" exudes funky energy, gaining traction via an Apple ad and live NFL performance, while J. Cole’s reflective "Deja Vu" blends nostalgia with modern musings. Snakehips' "All My Friends," featuring Tinashe and Chance the Rapper, delivers bittersweet party vibes, contrasting Kanye West’s heartfelt "Only One," a minimalist tribute with Paul McCartney. Roll Deep’s "Green Light" mixes grime grit with chart-ready polish, and Drake’s "Forever," teaming up with Eminem, Kanye, and Lil Wayne, remains a powerhouse of ambition and lyrical prowess.

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