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Young Thug Explains Why He Never Worked With Andre 3000: ‘Dre Likes His Ass Kissed’
Thug previously worked with Elton John and used that experience to contrast their approaches to collaboration. …
Despite being a pioneer for Atlanta hip-hop to the mainstream in the ’90s and 2000s, Andre 3000 doesn’t quite get the same level of love from his hometown successors. Although his work as a member of Outkast is often referenced in comparing the stylistic innovations of newer ATLien rappers to their predecessors, some of those predecessors aren’t exactly checking for Andre themselves. During his appearance on T.I.’s podcast ExpediTIously, Young Thug — is arguably the current epicenter of Atlanta rap — explains why he never much paid attention to Andre 3000.
“I can’t rap you two Andre 3000 songs,” he said. “I ain’t never paid attention to him. Never in my life.” When T.I. tells him that he’s “missing out” and says they need to work together, referring to his recent collaboration with Elton John. Thugger disagrees though. “But the difference between Elton John and Andre is, to simplify it, Elton John likes to kiss ass, and Dre likes his ass kissed. Elton John like “Hey! I like you, I remember your first song, I remember Gucci first song. When Guwop getting out?’ He a fan type of n****, to the point where I’m like, ‘Let’s do music,’ and he’s like, ‘N**** bet!’ Andre more like, ‘This is his secretary. Tell the n**** it’s Thug, n****.’”
T.I. also compares Andre’s fashion pioneering to Thug’s, prompting the younger rapper to explain why he wore a dress on his Jeffery cover. “That sh*t was just that simple,” he said. “That motherf*cker matched! It was not for attention. That’s on the Holy Bible, that’s on my kids.”
Watch Young Thug’s discussion with T.I. above.
Artist Spotlight
Billy Chuck Da Goat turns walking away into a bold statement in latest release “Road Jack”
Billy Chuck Da Goat, an independent hip-hop artist, has put out a new release called “Road Jack.” The track has a lot of atmosphere and is also interesting. From the very first beat, listeners are taken to a movie-like zone that combines Southern grit with a deep, thoughtful energy. This is a real picture of how trust and tension can make modern relationships hard.
“Road Jack” isn’t a normal fight song, Billy Chuck Da Goat tells the story with a steady intensity, saying each line with a calm confidence that makes the song’s main point even clearer, sometimes, leaving is not giving up, but rather a way to show respect for oneself. The steady, thoughtful beat of the song fits the emotional landscape, making moments of doubt and accusation feel real without going too far.
Road Jack is different from other hip-hop stories because it doesn’t follow the rules. The song doesn’t glorify chaos or seek attention, instead, it explores emotional intelligence and quiet strength. Each verse was written on purpose so that people could think about the tension, pride, and the choice to back down instead of facing it. The pacing is like in a movie, which makes the story flow well. Billy Chuck Da Goat’s voice makes the song sound real.
Billy Chuck Da Goat’s release, “Road Jack,” shows that strength isn’t always loud, sometimes it’s about walking away with your head held high. Fans of Southern-influenced, thoughtful hip-hop will love this song because it shows how to mix grit and elegance.
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Monkey Meadows shifts gears through motion and memory on latest release “Red Car”
Monkey Meadows captures the quiet, thoughtful tension that comes with change on new single “Red Car.” The steady beat and warm bass line make it impossible to stop. It flows naturally, leaving room for the long, winding vocal parts that give the piece its base. Monkey Meadows creates a deep sense of closeness by combining sound elements that feel like a conversation in the soft twilight light.
The music makes you feel things that are hard to put into words but very powerful. “Red Car” is great at showing motion without a clear goal. It is a piece that celebrates the beauty of seeing what we can’t see, moments, relationships, and feelings that come and go, while everything else around us changes.
The indie pop structure might make people sway to the beat, and the song’s subtle sadness about distance and change might be felt throughout. This release proves that Monkey Meadows can make music that is both big and personal by looking inside themselves. “Red Car” is more than just a song, it’s a powerful reflection and a soundtrack for when life goes on, but we stay the same inside.
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