New Music Friday: Mary J. Blige, Lil Baby, and Wizkid Set the Tone for Your Weekend Vibes
This week’s New Music Friday is stacked with big names and fresh sounds to set the tone for your weekend. Mary J. Blige shows love to her fans with her fifteenth studio album, Gratitude, while Lil Baby keeps the hits coming with “5 AM” and "Insecurities." Wizkid has us ready to hit the dance floor with “Kese (Dance),” a sneak peek at his upcoming album Morayo, and Wiz Khalifa drops “Bring Your Lungs,” a smoky collab with Smoke DZA ahead of Kush + Orange Juice 2.
Check out who else made the pick, and update your playlist!
Mary J. Blige - 'Gratitude'
After 14 incredible albums throughout her career, Mary J. Blige is back with her fifteenth, Gratitude. True to its name, this project is her way of showing love and appreciation to her fans. The 12-track album doesn’t disappoint, featuring collaborations with Fabolous, Jadakiss, Fat Joe, and FERG. The Queen of Hip-Hop Soul just keeps the hits coming.
Lil Baby - "5 AM" and "Insecurities"
Lil Baby has returned with new music and exciting updates for his fans. The Atlanta rapper dropped his latest single, "5 AM," accompanied by a music video, while also confirming that his fourth studio album is on the way. Keeping the energy high, he followed up with a second single, "Insecurities," which also debuted with a visual.
Wizkid - "Kese (Dance)"
Last month, Wizkid teamed up with Brent Faiyaz for the smooth and soulful "Piece of My Heart," but now he’s turning up the heat. His latest single, "Kese (Dance)," is here to get you moving and ready for the party. The Nigerian superstar’s new track is a high-energy preview of his highly anticipated sixth studio album, Morayo, dropping Nov. 22.
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Wiz Khalifa ft. Smoke DZA - "Bring Your Lungs"
Wiz Khalifa is back with what he’s calling "clean-up music" — his new single "Bring Your Lungs," featuring Smoke DZA. The track arrives as another teaser for his highly anticipated project Kush + Orange Juice 2, which is dropping soon.
Tyga - “Don’t Be Fooled” and “MMPHH”
Tyga is in full “album mode” and just blessed fans with not one but two new singles, “Don’t Be Fooled” and “MMPHH.” And because he doesn’t do anything halfway, both tracks come with new music videos to keep the vibe going strong.
Cordae - 'The Crossroads'
Cordae is back with his third album, The Crossroads, and it’s stacked with star power. The 16-track project brings together some of the biggest names in the game, including Lil Wayne, who drops verses on not one but two tracks: “Back on the Road” and “Saturday Mornings.” The album also features Kanye West, Anderson .Paak, Juicy J, Ty Dolla $ign, Jordan Ward, Raven Lenae, and Joey Bada$$.
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Kash Doll - 'The Last Doll'
Kash Doll just dropped her new album, and it’s a bittersweet moment for fans—it’s her final project with "Doll" in her stage name. Marking the end of an era, the album features standout collaborations with Tee Grizzley, Tink, and MDG, making it a memorable send-off for the name that started it all.
Mayorkun ft. Fireboy DML - “Innocent”
Mayorkun teams up with Fireboy DML on a fresh new track titled "Innocent." The song blends their signature Afrobeats sound with soulful vibes, diving into themes of love and life under the spotlight.
Ruger ft. Tiwa Savage - “Toma Toma”
Nigerian singer Ruger and African Bad Girl Tiwa Savage teamed up for a powerful collaboration that blends Brazilian vibes with Afrobeats. The track, guaranteed to get you moving, comes with a vibrant music video shot on the beach, bringing the energy full circle.
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FLO - ‘Access All Areas’
FLO’s highly anticipated debut album, Access All Areas, has arrived! The 16-track project showcases the British girl group’s signature blend of rich R&B tones, soulful melodies, futuristic production, and relatable lyrics. Featuring standout collaborations with GloRilla and Cynthia Erivo, this album cements FLO’s place as a bold new force in music.
Pa Salieu - ‘Afrikan Alien’
Pa Salieu dropped his new mixtape, Afrikan Alien, an 11-track blend of Afrobeats, UK rap, and R&B. Featuring hits like “Belly,” “Allergy,” and “Dece (Heavy),” along with collaborations from ODUMODUBLVCK, Black Sherif, and Byron Messiah, it’s his first release since 2021’s Afrikan Rebel EP.
Odeal - 'OVMBR: Lustropolis'
Odeal has released his new EP, OVMBR: Lustropolis. The seven-track project includes the standout single "You're Stuck," featuring the one and only Summer Walker. To top it off, the soulful R&B track dropped alongside a brand-new music video.
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