{"id":2458132,"date":"2026-06-13T20:30:25","date_gmt":"2026-06-13T20:30:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/?p=2458132"},"modified":"2026-06-13T20:30:25","modified_gmt":"2026-06-13T20:30:25","slug":"new-music-friday-the-best-new-music-from-ludacris-more","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/new-music-friday-the-best-new-music-from-ludacris-more\/","title":{"rendered":"New Music Friday: The best new music from Ludacris &#038; more"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The best new music from the week of June 12th! <\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s New Music Friday! Taking that into consideration, you have to expect that we\u2019ve got you covered with our favorite releases. This week\u2019s edition features standout releases from Ludacris, Rick Ross, YG, and many more. <\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">New Music Friday Picks<\/h2>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Imani Imani \u2013 \u2018Papercut\u2019 (Album)<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At last, pg Lang has announced their newest signee, <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/imanimani?igsh=dTJuYWllYWhybWpp\">Imani Imani<\/a> and she recently released her label debut. On the surface, she checked every box you would hope for, especially when it comes to her artistry. As it seems, she did more than the bare minimum to leave a lasting impression and wanting more.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-spotify wp-block-embed-spotify wp-embed-aspect-21-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\n<p> <iframe title=\"Spotify Embed: Papercut\" style=\"border-radius: 12px\" width=\"100%\" height=\"352\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/album\/5q3xwmFq7Hgfyq6UUCgwpf?si=LqV-9jUIQpW_XMW5K5W5iA&amp;utm_source=oembed\"><\/iframe> <\/p>\n<\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Ludacris \u2013 \u201cReal Hustla\u201d ft Glorilla (Single)<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In historical context, <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/remixdmagazine.com\/ludacris-disturbing-tha-peace-casamigos\/\">Ludacris<\/a> never has to make music ever again, based on his accomplishments. With all of this in mind, it\u2019s remarkable that he\u2019s still dropping and doesn\u2019t sound dated, even with a younger act like Glorilla. In fact, her presence made him lock in with \u201cReal Hustla\u201d and channel his younger, hungry self. <\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-spotify wp-block-embed-spotify wp-embed-aspect-21-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\n<p> <iframe title=\"Spotify Embed: Real Hustla (ft. GloRilla)\" style=\"border-radius: 12px\" width=\"100%\" height=\"152\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/track\/01lRLiKslwD7pzTa9PqvND?si=29ex85aXSmGd4CE4ItXoYg&amp;utm_source=oembed\"><\/iframe> <\/p>\n<\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>YG \u2013 \u201cINSECURE\u201d ft JID &amp; Ab-Soul (Single)<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As the evidence suggests, men\u2019s mental health awareness is at an all-time high that it\u2019s constantly being covered in rap. By extension of this idea, <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/yg?igsh=MW1zMXpyN2RpOWliYw==\">YG<\/a> did an exemplary job in allowing himself to be fully vulnerable in his latest release. To top things off, the guest verses from JID &amp; Ab-Soul are guaranteed to blow your socks off, thanks to their elite lyricism.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-spotify wp-block-embed-spotify wp-embed-aspect-21-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\n<p> <iframe title=\"Spotify Embed: INSECURE feat jid &amp; ab-soul\" style=\"border-radius: 12px\" width=\"100%\" height=\"152\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/track\/6wRBNi9WAXrGrzyDw7JFP8?si=sdXGMFmRTNqpZGye5kHxTQ&amp;utm_source=oembed\"><\/iframe> <\/p>\n<\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Zacari \u2013 \u201cReal Life\u201d (Single)<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On closer inspection, TDE has been more consistent with releases, including the reemergence of deep cuts like <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/zacarip?igsh=ZjJocTNzczY2ZW5u\">Zacari.<\/a> At the core, his latest single, \u201cReal Life\u201d reminds you of his overlooked talent. Ultimately, his angelic vocals and will have you questioning why he doesn\u2019t drop more often.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-spotify wp-block-embed-spotify wp-embed-aspect-21-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\n<p> <iframe title=\"Spotify Embed: Real Life\" style=\"border-radius: 12px\" width=\"100%\" height=\"352\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/album\/7tbFnVQgI7NDU1y1CUoRTX?si=E7-5DkF3QPiEtWvod2xaDA&amp;utm_source=oembed\"><\/iframe> <\/p>\n<\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Tay-K \u2013 \u201cEVERYWHERE I GO\/ERUPT\u201d (Singles)<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Until recently, incarcerated rappers are now able to stay connected with their fans and still drop. With that said, <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/tayk47shawty?igsh=MXNybGNpNnM4dWFmMw==\">Tay-K<\/a>\u2019s recent release isn\u2019t that half bad for someone who\u2019s been locked up for the past decade. Looking ahead, if he lays off the AI it\u2019s a chance, he could make a viral return. <\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-spotify wp-block-embed-spotify wp-embed-aspect-21-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\n<p> <iframe title=\"Spotify Embed: Everywhere I Go\" style=\"border-radius: 12px\" width=\"100%\" height=\"352\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/album\/3qyi9MmblYr0QrX6gi6TVv?si=PAZhykzKSNuIOe7dWdepoA&amp;utm_source=oembed\"><\/iframe> <\/p>\n<\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>SUNSHINE BENZI \u2013 \u201cWAKO\/EASTSIDE\u201d (Singles)<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Taking a closer look at the next wave of rappers, we have to give our flowers to IL-based rapper, <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sunshinebenzi?igsh=MWF2ZWRpcWtpd213NA==\">SUNSHINE BENZI<\/a>. Digging deeper into her discography, she is truly getting better and more confident with every release. In brief moments, you can see shades of Nicki in her rapping, but with her own unique flavor.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-spotify wp-block-embed-spotify wp-embed-aspect-21-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\n<p> <iframe title=\"Spotify Embed: WAKO \/ EASTSIDE\" style=\"border-radius: 12px\" width=\"100%\" height=\"352\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/album\/4GRI5INlxQ5TkEC6A0tIC8?si=BrHGMEewQs-Z16mMKuCzBA&amp;utm_source=oembed\"><\/iframe> <\/p>\n<\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Molly Santana \u2013 \u201cCan\u2019t Touch This\u201d (Single)<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Finally, out last spot of New Music Friday goes to rising star, <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/remixdmagazine.com\/molly-santana-drake-iceman-future\/\">Molly Santana<\/a>. Without hesitation, she has made the executive decision to capitalize after being featured on Drake\u2019s last album. Gradually, she\u2019s doing all the right steps to establish herself as a household name.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-spotify wp-block-embed-spotify wp-embed-aspect-21-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\n<p> <iframe title=\"Spotify Embed: Can't Touch This\" style=\"border-radius: 12px\" width=\"100%\" height=\"152\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/track\/04B7iuFOZSGr0zyMP3PFkQ?si=IptU0pSYRFiAXxYtxTpW6Q&amp;utm_source=oembed\"><\/iframe> <\/p>\n<\/figure>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We hope you enjoyed this week\u2019s edition of New Music Friday!<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/remixdmagazine.com\/\">Read more New Music Friday articles on Remixd Magazine.<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p><script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p><em> \u2018 The preceding article may include information circulated by third parties \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n<p><em> \u2018 Some details of this article were extracted from the following source remixdmagazine.com \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The best new music from the week of June 12th! It\u2019s New Music Friday! Taking that into consideration, you have to expect that we\u2019ve got you covered with our favorite releases. This week\u2019s edition features standout releases from Ludacris, Rick Ross, YG, and many more. New Music Friday Picks Imani Imani \u2013 \u2018Papercut\u2019 (Album) At [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":2458133,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_access":"","_jetpack_dont_email_post_to_subs":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_tier_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paywalled_content":false,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"jnews-multi-image_gallery":[],"jnews_single_post":[],"jnews_primary_category":[],"jnews_social_meta":[],"footnotes":""},"categories":[25179],"tags":[355405,363347,340916,352230,26626,413323,381709,483294],"class_list":["post-2458132","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-music","tag-ab-soul","tag-glorilla","tag-jid","tag-ludacris","tag-new-music","tag-upcoming-artist","tag-yg","tag-zacari"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/New-Music-Friday-The-best-new-music-from-Ludacris.jpeg","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2458132","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2458132"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2458132\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2458134,"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2458132\/revisions\/2458134"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2458133"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2458132"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2458132"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2458132"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}