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T.I.’s “The L.I.B.R.A” Sells 20K In The First Week
T.I. is a legend in the rap game and has been a huge influence when it comes to the sound of hip-hop today. Many credit T.I. for bringing trap music to the forefront and virtually making it mainstream. Now, this sound is everywhere and when young artists have the chance, they make sure to credit Tip for everything he has done. These days, the artist continues to drop new projects as just last week, T.I. came through with The L.I.B.R.A which stands for “the legend is back running Atlanta.”
This album contains quite a few songs and features although it doesn’t seem like this has translated into a lot of album sales. According to HITS Daily Double, T.I. will debut at Number 20 on the charts this week after selling 20K units in the first week. 2,900 of these sales will be pure album purchases which are still higher than many of the artists who are above him on the list.
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Pop Smoke’s posthumous project Shoot For The Stars, Aim For The Moon remains a fan-favorite as it will sell for another 60K units, taking second place on the charts, right underneath Taylor Swift, whose album Folklore has proven to be a hit.
Stay tuned for more reporting on album sales, as HNHH promises to bring you the latest.
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Billy Chuck Da Goat finds his flow on new release “Vibez”
Billy Chuck Da Goat’s latest release, “Vibez,” has a laid-back, hypnotic bounce that makes it easy to listen to without ever feeling empty. It makes a place where calmness and quiet confidence come together.
“Vibez” was made on purpose, but it also sounds simple. Billy Chuck’s smooth delivery flows through the production without rushing or pushing anything. Instead, he lets the rhythm breathe, allowing people to get into the song at their own pace. This laid-back energy is the best part of the song, nothing feels forced, which is exactly what it’s trying to do.
The track changes to fit whatever you need it for, like a late-night drive, a focused workout, or a way to unwind after a long day. It has a quiet edge of confidence, it’s not loud or bragging, but it’s steady and sure of itself.
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François Marius and Bérénice creates a tender acoustic pop confession with “Billie Jean”
François Marius’ latest release, “Billie Jean (Acoustic Version),” cuts to the quick and lets raw emotion take over. What you get, ultimately, is a personal pop experience that feels closer to a secret than to either a spoken-word show or a performance. The initial soft strum of an acoustic guitar creates a mood that is soft, sweet, and quietly interesting. It’s a full-throated, backbones-out piece, and every note is screaming its potential. It’s simple but riveting, and it proves that sometimes less is more.
François Marius and Bérénice’s voices sound right together, their voicings intermingle so naturally that they seem accidental or spontaneous, harmonies that emerge from nowhere. The way they speak to one another is very, I mean, they really love each other. That even makes the track seem like a conversation about feelings.
The two artists are clearly close. Romance and Eros are not just ideas, and they inhabit every note that lingers and every minuscule shift in tonality. The harmonies soar effortlessly over the acoustic foundation, a blend of sweetness and strength. It’s a sign of strength and also of a willingness to be hurt.
“Billie Jean (Acoustic Version)” is stripped of any fancy production or theatrical effects, it wins you over with its frankness and forthrightness. Sandy François Marius’s impersonation is fresh and real, endowed with depth and softness thanks to Bérénice’s presence, which definitely makes everything more perfect. This acoustic performance serves as a stark reminder of the elements that do connect people: the singer, his guitar, and a story from the heart.
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