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Lil Wayne Reveals Which Jay-Z Album His Career Was Most Influenced By
Getty Image Weezy even tattooed one of Hov’s lyrics on him. …
Lil Wayne may have been in the game since his 1999 debut album Tha Block Is Hot, but that doesn’t mean he wasn’t influenced by other rappers at the time. Wayne has apparently been a fan of Jay-Z’s for a long time and even credits the rapper for influencing his career. In a recent conversation with Lil Baby, Wayne reveals which Jay-Z album influenced his music the most.
Wayne sat down for a chat with Lil Baby as part of Rolling Stone‘s Musicians On Musicians interview series. Throughout the conversation, Wayne opens up about some of his musical influences and named Hov’s fourth studio album as his biggest inspiration:
“Jay-Z, Life And Times Of Shawn Carter, plain and simple. It was the first album where I actually [bought] the car that the rapper was talking about. That was my album. […] Also, Jay talked so crazy. He went bananas on that album. I got lyrics from the album tattooed on me and sh*t. I have songs that are remakes of spinoffs of songs from that album.”
In other Lil Wayne news, it looks like the rapper may be facing prison time. Federal prosecutors brought charges against the rapper last week would could result in the rapper facing up to ten years in federal prison. Apparently, Wayne’s private plane was searched in Miami back in 2019 and police uncovered a gun. While Wayne’s lawyer says he was cleared to leave at the time, but it now looks like prosecutors are following through with a charging him for possession of a firearm and ammunition. His lawyer added that the rapper never “fired it, brandished it, used it or threatened to use it” while on the plane.
Read a snippet of Lil Wayne’s conversation with Lil Baby above.
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Smiley J searches for a worthy feeling on latest release “VYBE”
Smiley J’s latest release, “VYBE” is a feel-good contemporary R&B/Soul song based on rhythm, energy, and the thrill of finding a connection with someone. The song is all about that feeling of meeting someone you like and wondering if they like you back. It’s light in spirit and set up to enjoy where the moment may head.
The simple line “You got the vibe that I like” captures the song’s overall feel immediately. There is an openness about the situation, and Smiley J admits to the attraction while still wanting to see what happens next. This song does not require an answer, it comfortably leaves room for curiosity and possibility.
“VYBE” also shows a willingness to give back the personal musical energy after being on the mic in support of independent artists. It’s a simple message, music can make you feel something. It’s the thrill of liking someone, feeling a spark, and wondering what could happen next. The song is approachable and groovy, and “VYBE” is a perfect fit for listeners who like contemporary R&B/Soul with a chill romantic mood, as Smiley J makes it so.
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Thee Sinseers unveils love, loss and lingering memories on latest release “There She Goes”
Thee Sinseers are back with “There She Goes,” a love song of loss, memory and reconciliation. The song’s theme is the cyclical nature of emotional experiences, especially when feelings are left unresolved. That feeling of repetition gives the song an intimate emotional focus and solidifies the band’s unique position in today’s soul revival.
“There she goes, shedding more tears, She’s mistaken for something real,” weigh in on disappointment and confusion. These lyrics reinforce the repeated nature of that sadness, and makes it feel like we’re watching the same emotional scene again.
“There She Goes” treats heartbreak not as something resolved, but as something ongoing. Love, loss, memory, and reconciliation are linked parts of the same cycle, allowing the song to sit with complex feelings. Thee Sinseers harness that emotional tension to create a soulful piece that feels reflective and human; the repeated tears serve as a reminder that some feelings take time to settle.
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