Lil Pump
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Lil Pump (born August 17, 2000) is a young superstar who has taken the hip-hop world by storm with his vibrant dreadlocks, numerous tattoos covering his entire body, and charismatic, unique rap style. His total number of views (streaming and music video views combined) to date exceeds 2 billion, and his breakthrough single "Gucci Gang" topped the US and European charts, reached number two on the Spotify chart, and number 12 on the Global chart, earning him four platinum disc certifications. His music video has already surpassed 857 million views. His follow-up single, "Esquetit," also garnered 364 million music video views. The music video for his collaboration with Kanye West, "I Love It," currently has over 392 million views, and surpassed 76 million views in the first week after its release, making it the hip-hop video with the biggest debut on YouTube in 2018. Upon the release of the "I Love It" music video, directed by Kanye West and produced by Spike Jonze, the #ILoveItChallenge exploded on social media and became a viral phenomenon worldwide, even being featured prominently on American TV hosts Ellen DeGeneres and James Gordon. Since then, Lil Pump has steadily expanded his reach, performing on Jimmy Fallon's TV show and successfully hosting the BET Hip-Hop Awards. Lil Pump was also named to Billboard's "21 Under 21" list.
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DeJ Loaf
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Rapper and singer DeJ Loaf is from Detroit, Michigan, United States, where she was born and raised, becoming known for her distinctive rap style and hits like "Try Me". Dej's voice is perhaps one of the most recognizable in Hip-Hop and R&B music. DeJ Loaf (an amalgam of her first name “Deja” mixed with being a sneakerhead “Loafer”) with keen interest in Air Jordans. In 2012, she released her first official mixtape, Just Do It and the critically acclaimed Sell Sole in 2014 which paid off. With the buzz building she inked a deal with Columbia Records, as her debut single “Try Me” cracked the Billboard Top 50, going Gold. Dej Loaf rapped on the song "Detroit vs. Everybody" featured on Eminem's compilation Shady XV (2014). In 2015, she opened for Nicki Minaj during the North American leg of The Pinkprint Tour. Later that year, she was chosen as part of the XXL magazine 2015 Freshman Class. In 2015, Dej Loaf drops a slow track enlisting the supernatural Atalanta rap force of Future “Hey There” on her EP “#AndSeeThatsTheThing.”In February 2016, Dej Loaf released a mixtape called All Jokes Aside. In July 2017, she released a joint mixtape with Jacquees titled Fuck a Friend Zone. She then independently released her debut album, Sell Sole II on October 23, 2020 which featured appearances from Big Sean, Gunna, Rick Ross, Lil Uzi Vert, and 6lack. The album is the sequel to Dej Loaf's 2014 mixtape Sell Sole.The album holds a 72/100 rating on Metacritic, indicating "generally favorable reviews". In February 2021, Dej Loaf was featured on Sevyn Streeter's single "Guilty" along with Chris Brownand ASAP Ferg.
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Me U & Hennessy
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Adindu Victor (born 14 March 1999), known professionally as Babyboy AV, formerly known as AV, is a Nigerian singer and songwriter. He gained recognition for his 2021 single "Big Thug Boys", which peaked at number five on Billboard Triller Chart.Babyboy AV was born in Benin City, Edo State, to an Igbo father from Delta State and Edo mother. He was raised in the city in a mixed environment. He had his tertiary education at Ambrose Alli University, where he obtained his first degree. He made his professional start in the music business in 2018 and debuted in 2020 with the song "Temperature," which was widely played on radio and television. With the release of his official debut song, "Big Thug Boys," accompanied by a music video produced and directed by director Dindu, Baby Boy AV gained notoriety and peaked at No. 5 on the Thriller charts, infiltrated accounts all over TikTok less than three weeks from his debut single release and earned a title as one of the year’s most Shazamed songs. He’s become almost impossible to ignore with his sound taking on new heights as he soars in the industry. Without losing any steam, Babyboy AV released the “Confession”, a hypnotic new track primed to get listeners on the dancefloor. The Tempoe produced number is as the title implies, a romantic track that finds AV making sweet confessions to his romantic interest. Over a sweet array of harmonious keys, the singer acknowledges his feelings for this woman, confessing the ways in which she makes him feel and speaking to their future. With lyrics such as “I must confess your ibadi na my objective/e dey give me problems,” AV shows more of his melody-driven sound and knack for radio-ready hits.
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Big Thug Boys
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Austin Khulani Baloyi, professionally known as of Tyler ICU, is a DJ, record producer born and raised in South African, Tembisa. He rose to prominence subsequent to the release of "Mnike" which was certified platinum in South Africa, and peaked at number one for sixteen consecutive weeks on The Official South African Charts and Billboard South Africa songs. Tyler has fans losing their minds over the smash hit, “Mnike”. In 2021 Tyler ICU released "Banyana" with DJ Maphorisa which was certified double platinum. Tyler ICU is currently dominating the amapiano scene with back-to-back hits. His moniker Tyler ICU has a double metaphor: it can be “intensive care unit” and also stands for "you see me“. Tyler ICU also produced big hits like NgiMoja, Suka, Dalie, Himself, Izolo which he received International Nominations like BET and the MTV Europe Music Awards. Tyler ICU has become a household name in the South African music industry.
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Banyana
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Khalil Harrison is a versatile producer, singer, songwriter from Mpumalanga Nkomazi, South Africa. His hit songs include Jealousy and Dalie. Khalil Harrison also produced Komasava with Diamond Platnumz x Jason Derulo & Chley - Komasava. Harrison has produces enthralling and contagious soundsby fusing electronic beats with Amapiano's distinctive melodic melodies. His music transports listeners to South Africa's busy streets, where throbbing basslines and hypnotic rhythms bring the city's dynamic vitality to life. Because of his expertise in electronic production methods, Harrison is able to meld Amapiano aspects with other genres in a way that is absolutely unique. Harrison draws influence from South Africa's rich musical history and fills his songs with captivating beats and soulful melodies that are sure to get listeners moving. His music is proof of the ability of electronic music to bridge cultural divides and unite people through the same language of rhythm and melody. Khalil Harrison is unquestionably a rising star in the field of electronic music thanks to his unquestionable talent and contagious style. He stands out from the competition thanks to his flawless genre blending and fascinating tracks, and his love for what he does is evident in every note.
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Dark SPARKLZ
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DARK SPARKLZ is a DJ duo comprised of South African Mabaso Fortunate Simpiwe and Eswatini's Nkambule Pamela Zinhle. They are known for their skillful blend of hits and underground songs, captivating both mainstream and niche audiences with their unique style. When it comes to getting crowds fired up, keeping them on their feet, and moving them to crazy dance moves that challenge their morale, DARK SPARKLZ truly embodies that essence. Their infectious energy and seamless mixes have made them popular at clubs, events, and festivals across Europe and Asia.
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