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Lil Baby Gets Vulnerable In His 2020 AMA’s Performance Of ‘Emotionally Scarred’
Getty Image An emotional track off his 2020 album, ‘My Turn.’ …


Lil Baby released his second album, My Turn, earlier this year, and songs off that release have been keeping him in rotation this year. The first of which, “We Paid,” is a straightforward braggart rap song about accumulating wealth, the second, though, “The Bigger Picture” was released in June of this year during the Black Lives Matter uprising. That song is an emotional reflection on the struggles he faced growing up as a young Black man in Chicago, and how the police violence against his community continues to harm not only him but the entire community.
"PROTECT YOUR MENTAL HEALTH"
Lil Baby with a very important message at the #AMAs pic.twitter.com/greJwyDi2j
— Complex Music (@ComplexMusic) November 23, 2020
For his performance on the AMA’s tonight though, Baby opted to show a more vulnerable personal side on “Emotionally Scarred.” His message of protecting mental health came through loud and clear during the emotionally performance. Similar in tone to “The Bigger Picture,” the downtempo song outlines exactly what has happened in Baby’s life to leave him with some battle scars. As one of the few rappers to take the stage tonight, Baby kept things exciting even on a slower song with a raging guitar solo toward the end of the track. It’s always interesting when rappers embrace rock in their work, and it pays off in a big way here. Watch the video above.
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D. Edge drops irresistible new single “GO T.S.F.G.”

D. Edge is back with a bang! With his latest release, “GO T.S.F.G.,” the dynamic artist continues to impress with a catchy melody, infectious rhythm, and a living and breathing sound evolution that gives us plenty of reasons to keep an ear out. This track proves how D. Edge is a rising force in the new music scene, presenting a perfect balance of addictive beats with outstanding vocal flow.
The music has a driving energy but a laid-back feel, allowing the track to breathe and groove effortlessly. The hypnotic cadence of the melody keeps listeners moving and numbers vibrating at the same time. It’s a perfect demonstration of how D. Edge understands how to combine energy with ease, making every moment feel seamless and effortless.
But this is not only about the beat. But what makes “GO T.S.F.G.” stand out is D. Edge’s flawless melodic flow. His delivery rides effortlessly over the instrumental, carving every phrase easily and in style. It’s a performance with a sense of freedom throughout a single song. His voice hits sweet, almost ethereal notes and confident, nearly commanding ones, and he captures in his notes every turn.
Regarding lyrics, it sounds like an invitation to a unique sonic experience. MDOT D. Edge provides an atmosphere for the audience to jump into the unexplored world of the track, breaking free of the everyday to lose themselves in the soundscape truly. The song title, “GO T.S.F.G.,” raises a question, adding to the song’s allure as fans ponder its meaning.
This is an incredible song, and if you have been listening to his music for years or if you’re thinking about listening to it for the first time, Go T.S.F is a must. It highlights the evolution of someone like D. Edge. With this release, he has cemented himself as an artist to follow in the constantly changing music landscape.
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Peter Wilson breathes melody into Utah Phillips’ legacy with haunting new single “Old Man”

“Old Man,” Peter Wilson’s newest song, is a raw intergenerational dialogue steeped in empathy and aching humanity. Written in collaboration with the now-deceased Utah Phillips, a legendary folk musician known as the “Golden Voice of the Great Southwest,” this song presents a moving narration through the eyes of someone society too often neglects.
With lyrics by Phillips and music by Wilson, “Old Man” unites two poets in time. The effect is a gorgeously stripped-down folk ballad that comes across less like a performance than a moment of authentic listening, like a man on a park bench finally telling you the truth about his life, and you can’t help but lean in. Wilson’s acoustic music is spare and stark, letting the story do the heavy lifting. Every chord sounds intentional, as if he’s allowing room for the words to breathe, not speeding them up, just allowing them to speak. His tone is steady and gentle, almost reverent, echoing and channeling the spirit of Phillips’ storytelling. Every note carries the respect you can hear.
However, what makes “Old Man” land so much harder is its unvarnished honesty. There’s no fancy version of homelessness here. No over-dramatization or overproduction. Just quiet, contemplative music that puts you in someone else’s frayed shoes. It’s the kind of song rarely written, inviting you to rest momentarily contemplate. The track feels timeless, rooted in classic folk, and has fresh emotional resonance. It resonates with today’s audience as incisively as it may have decades ago, reminding us that tales like this still play out on every street corner daily.
By combining Utah Phillips’ words with his musical setting, Peter Wilson has created more than a song. He’s made a vessel for compassion, memory, and our oneness as humans. “Old Man” has no interest in working for your attention. It quietly earns it.
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