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Sukihana Fires Back At Cupcakke With The Defiant ‘Rob Who’

Suki drew the eyes and ears of fans online as the first to issue a response on record. …

Cupcakke’s fiery repurposing of 50 Cent’s breakout hit “How To Rob” has elicited its first on-record response. Sukihana, the Atlanta rapper who was co-signed by Cardi B in the “WAP” video and who just put out her debut project, Wolf Pussy, clapped back with the five-minute freestyle, “Rob Who?” The track has Sukihana’s name trending on Twitter, with the newcomer defiantly accepting the challenge and declaring, “Bring back the real rappers,” although she also makes clear that despite the vicious bars, “It’s all love tho.”

And that’s how you clear a bitch
— Suki Hana (@sukihanagoat) December 17, 2020

The track comes after Suki received her second major co-sign from an established predecessor in the form of Rico Nasty, who put her on the remix to the breakout hit “Smack A Bitch” from Rico’s debut album, Nightmare Vacation. Suki’s own breakout came a few years ago when she provided a filthy guest verse on Cuban Doll’s “Drug Dealer.” Prior to that, she was a cast member on Love & Hip Hop — the show that also launched Cardi B’s career — beginning with season three. On “Rob Who,” she unleashes a flurry of punchlines that cut down Cupcakke, including one that compares her to Vivian from the ’90s animated classic Bebe’s Kids (that’s who’s in the cover art).

Cupcakke, who is known for shaking up social media with wild pronouncements and surprise releases of her fiery freestyles, once again sparked raised eyebrows and captured fans’ attention with her “How To Rob (Remix)” yesterday. Over the course of the song, she imitates the song’s original artist 50 Cent in reaching out with rude one-liners directed at her contemporaries. Aside from Sukihana, she also named Cardi, City Girls, Chief Keef, DaBaby, Doja Cat, DreamDoll, Flo Milli, G Herbo, Lil Baby, Lil Durk, Megan Thee Stallion, Migos, Mulatto, and more.

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Carly Ann Taylor delivers with emotional depth on “WHY SHOULD I WORRY (Remind Me Version)”

“WHY SHOULD I WORRY (Remind Me Version)” is a good introduction to Carly Ann Taylor, who isn’t shy about using her weaknesses as strengths. The song is an individual declaration and a universal and timeless invocation of survival.

It opens with a steady emotional pull, building toward a breathtaking crescendo. The production, polished and very expressive, was handled by Splash of Soda and Joseph Prielozny. It allows the song’s message to breathe while gradually introducing instruments that make it seem bigger. There is a certain sincerity and a quiet strength to Carly Ann Taylor’s voice, building through the song.

It encapsulates the theme of healing and solitude. She builds a sense of reality, conveying the feeling that every note was meant to be there. “WHY SHOULD I WORRY (Remind Me Version)” is actually about surviving and hope born from hard work. This allows the song to transform introspection into empowerment, drawing on Taylor’s own life. It reminds you that worrying has no dominion over what has already passed.

The single not only showcases her artistry but also proves that she is such an honest storyteller that she could cross over into other genres. “WHY SHOULD I WORRY (Remind Me Version)” is a declaration of intent, and it has polished production and emotional depth.

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Vella reclaims her power on “Dance Without You,” a soulful pop breakthrough anthem

Vella’s new single, “Dance Without You,” makes an unapologetic statement about self-worth. Its premise is based on the feelings that follow the end of a bad relationship. It gives personal fatigue a mighty, danceable release, proving that the best way to get over somebody is sometimes just to get moving.

It’s built around an interpolation of the chorus of Cassius’ 1999 French house hit “Feeling for You” and has a sound that’s somewhat modern pop, with nods to French house. The production is sleek and bouncy, a happy medium between rhythmic groove and emotional heft. Underneath, there’s a pulse that mimics both the embrace and the release of letting go.

Vella has a very clear, controlled voice. You feel her weariness lifting, and as the song continues, she grows stronger. “Dance Without You,” co-written with industry heavyweights Carl Ryden, Will Simms, and Sadie Rose Van, showcases sharp songwriting that prioritizes honesty over drama.

The story is about knowing your worth, setting boundaries, and putting yourself first. “Dance Without You” is also an assertion of emotional independence. She reclaims her space in style and rhythm, crafting a soulful pop song that encourages people to heal, reflect on their lives, and, most importantly, carry on.