There are a lot less up and coming artists in the fold this time around. Featuring tracks from some elite MCs and rappers from all coasts, we’d say that this list kicks off the year with a bang.
Hit the jump to peep what’s in the Wrap Up.
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10. Nipsey Hussle ft. Dom Kennedy – “Real Ni**a Moves”
Producer: Mike and Keys & Uncle Dave; Co-produced by Rance of 1500 or Nothin’
Nipsey and Dom’s undeniable chemistry on wax drives their latest collab, which appears on the former’s Mailbox Money mixtape.
9. Young Thug – “Pelican Fly”
Producer: Dun Deal
Thugga’s hot streak of freebie tracks continues with this trunk rattler.
8. Dom Kennedy – “Posted In The Club”
Producer: L.D.B.
Dom brought summer to the winter with this heater. Let’s hope he has a project in the works for next year.
7. Skillz – “2014 Wrap Up”
Producer: N/A
Once again, the Virginia MC offers a comprehensive detail of the year in rap and elsewhere.
6. N.E.R.D – “Squeeze Me”
Producer: N.E.R.D
As promised Pharrell Williams, Shay Haley, and Chad Hugo have reunited, and on a track slated to appear on the upcoming Spongebob Squarepants movie soundtrack no less.
5. Joey Bada$$ ft. Maverick Sabre & Dyemond Lewis – “On & On”
Producer: Fredie Joahkim
In the wake of a hard year, during which loss affected the Pro Era clique, Bada$$ reflects on life, success, and the like.
4. Mick Jenkins – “11”
Producer: NIFD Productions
Once again, rising MC Jenkins shines while delivering social commentary. This time, he’s inspired by the death of Eric Garner at the hands of the NYPD.
3. Nipsey Hussle ft. Young Thug & Rich Homie Quan – “Choke”
Producer: London On Da Track
How this track doesn’t appear on Mailbox Money is beyond me.
2. A$AP Rocky – “Pretty Flacko 2”
Producer: Nez & Rio
That PMF kicked ushered in the new year with this long-awaited single. Yes, it passed the test.
1. Kanye West ft. Paul McCartney – “Only You”
Producer: Kanye West & Paul McCartney
Mr. West is a father now, and he speaks very candidly on his daughter, North West, on this new track.
