New Hip Hop and R&B Music Releases You Need to Hear

Looking for the newest hip hop and R&B music to add to your playlist? Check out our latest roundup of new releases you need to hear!

Chris Brown – “No Guidance” ft. Drake

Chris Brown comes through with his new track “No Guidance” featuring Drake. The song is set to appear on Brown’s upcoming album, Indigo. The project will be a follow-up to last year’s Heartbreak on a Full Moon.

Drake and Chris Brown have a history of collaborating, most notably on the 2009 single “Deuces.” The two have also vacationed together and have been spotted out in Los Angeles on several occasions.

It’s unclear when Indigo will be released, but Chris Brown has been teasing the album for months. In February, he shared the album’s artwork, which features him wearing a colorful suit against a blue background.

Chris Brown is set to head on tour later this month in support of Indigo. The tour will kick off on August 20th in Seattle and will wrap up on October 19th in Los Angeles.

Lil Nas X – “Panini”

19-year-old Atlanta rapper, singer and songwriter, Montero Lamar Hill, professionally known as Lil Nas X, came out with his latest single, “Panini” on June 13th, 2019. The track is the second release from his upcoming EP, 7, which is set to come out on June 21st. The song debuted at number 5 on the Billboard Hot 100 and is currently sitting at number 2.

Lizzo – “Truth Hurts”

Lizzo’s new song “Truth Hurts” is a catchy, anthemic track about being confident and owning your own truth. The song has a simple, yet powerful message that is perfect for anyone who has ever felt insecure or down about themselves. With lyrics like “I just took a DNA test, turns out I’m 100% that b*tch,” Lizzo is sure to empower anyone who hears it.

Ed Sheeran – “I Don’t Care” ft. Justin Bieber

Ed Sheeran – “I Don’t Care” ft. Justin Bieber is a song that was released on May 10, 2019, by Ed Sheeran. The song features Justin Bieber and is a track from Sheeran’s upcoming album No.6 Collaborations Project. The song peaked at number two on the UK Singles Chart and number seven on the US Billboard Hot 100.

Post Malone – “Goodbyes” ft. Young Thug

Post Malone’s sixth single of 2019 finds the rapper saying goodbye to a former flame. Though it’s unclear whether the song is autobiographical, Malone speaks to the heartbreak and loneliness that comes with a failed relationship. “Goodbyes” features Young Thug, who adds an emotional depth to the track with his Auto-Tuned verse.

Khalid – “Talk”

Khalid has been on a hot streak lately. He started off 2019 by releasing the song “Talk” and it quickly gained traction, eventually becoming his first number one hit. The song is catchy and has a unique sound that sets it apart from other songs in the same genre. Khalid’s success is due in part to his ability to appeal to both mainstream and underground audiences.

Billie Eilish – “bad guy”

Billie Eilish returns with a brand new song called “bad guy”. The track is a production by her brother Finneas O’Connell and is the lead single off her upcoming debut album. It’s a catchy, uptempo song with Eilish’s signature ethereal vocals. It’s sure to be a hit with her fans.

Lil Tecca – “Ransom”

Lil Tecca’s new song “Ransom” is a summer bop with a catchy melody and a hypnotizing beat. The teenage rapper demonstrates his vocal range and lyrical prowess on this track, which is sure to be a hit with hip hop fans.

Lil Baby – “Close Friends”

“Close Friends” is a song by American rapper Lil Baby, released on May 17, 2018, as the lead single from his debut studio album Harder Than Ever (2018). The song peaked at number 35 on the US Billboard Hot 100.

The music video was released on May 23, 2018 and features Lil Baby’s close friends.

Ariana Grande – “7 rings”

Ariana Grande is back with a brand new song called “7 rings” and it’s a bop! The track is produced by Ariana and TBH, it sounds a lot like her previous hits “thank u, next” and “break up with your girlfriend, i’m bored.” In the song, Ariana sings about friendships, money, and how she’s not interested in relationships. If you’re looking for a new tune to add to your playlist, be sure to check out “7 rings.”