![]() ![]() It’s the oldest song on the list, at almost three years, and was one of Jojo’s last music videos before he was booked for robbery and sentenced to 13 years in prison. With the success of the new wave in Mozzy, Kony, and the Thizzler on the Roof youtube channel, young Sacramento rappers are finally getting their shine, and for good reason.įor this particular project, we call upon Shootergang affiliate Jojo and his track “Fresh Out,” which is appropriately dense with basketball references. Sacramento has been an underrated beacon of hip-hop from the early 80’s with Triple Threat Three to modern pioneers like the late Bris. Nate Bittle from Central Point, Oregon committed to play college ball for the Ducks so it’d be easy to pick Amine –Portland’s proudest export that isn’t a craft beer - but it turns out Central Point is nearly equidistant to both Portland and Sacramento, which opens up a world of opportunity. Nate Bittle – Prolific Prep, Central Point, OR This one is brought to us by South Memphis’ 1017/Atlantic signee Big Scarr, and elusive up-and-comers Bhopo Da P, 23 Jay, and Shon P. In fact, some of Memphis’ worst basketball players are landing meetings with assistant coaches based solely on the strength of the local music they’re using for their highlight reels.Īlthough this artform is only meant to showcase one player at a time, basketball is still a team sport, and therefore tracks with three or more rappers make perfect highlight reel accompaniments. Kennedy Chandler is from Memphis which automatically puts him at an advantage over the other recruits on this list. ![]() Kennedy Chandler – Sunrise Christian Academy, Memphis, TN I do not expect Chet Holmgren’s mother to read this and take my advice, instead I intend to showcase a handful of good songs from some relatively random North American cities and expand our understanding of what the high school basketball highlight reel could be. What follows is a list of region-specific, reel-appropriate songs for the top 10 basketball recruits in the country. Recruiters have seen it before and it’s just not the type of thing that catches John Calipari’s eye anymore. And sure, these “Call of Duty” type beats are safe bets in the same way that Alec Baldwin plays a pretty good Donald Trump, but it’s become overplayed in 2021. Perhaps this is what has led to the unjust dominance of Fort Minor’s “Remember the Name,” and Eminem’s “Cinderella Man”. This unfortunate detail means that a presumably washed adult has final say over the music that accompanies the reel. Almost all of them are creatively directed by supportive but borderline overbearing moms and dads. The worst ones sit on Youtube and Facebook as a happy reminder of how fun high school was. The best reels lead to full rides at esteemed universities and all-star NBA careers. For its subjects, it’s a ticket to a better life and a symbol of opportunity. And just because it’s not something you’d catch at Sundance–make no mistake–the highlight reel is still a short film. Soccer moms become Spielbergs in the artistic pursuit of compelling highlight reels for their athletic children. Please support Passion of the Weiss by subscribing to our Patreon.Ĭaleb Sowle was banned from the McDonald’s All-American Game. You can check that out here.We’re deadly with the rock. Billboard’s Top 50 Love Songs of All Time isn’t an editorial list, but rather a roundup of songs with love (or some variation on the word) in the title that have performed the best on Billboard’s charts over the years. While the best rappers of all time is a subject for hot debate, there’s also a less contentious top 50 list you can turn your attention to. all appear on Billboard and Vibe’s recently unveiled list of the 50 Greatest Rappers of All Time, released to coincide with the 50th anniversary of hip-hop, which was born out of block parties in the Bronx back in 1973. Kendrick Lamar, Jay-Z, Nicki Minaj, Tupac, Snoop Dogg, Lil Kim, LL Cool J, Drake, 50 Cent and The Notorious B.I.G. ![]() To kick-off Valentine’s Day, check out the Best Hip-Hop Love Songs of All Time below.Įditor’s Note: A lot of these songs come from some of the greatest to ever pick up a mic. ![]() We’re also rounding up our top affectionate hip-hop cuts from classic ‘80s throwbacks to Y2K-era favorites to modern masterpieces. If you’re a love hater, here’s a fact - Certified Lover Boy Drake was crowned Billboard’s Artist of the Decade in 2021.īut on this list, only one song from Drake’s love catalog will be mentioned. Rappers who can balance vulnerability with machismo are undeniable chart-toppers whether it comes to self-love, love for their homies or even love of riches. It may seem corny to the average hip-hop head, but in an industry based on stealing the hearts of listeners, love is a universal language. Hip-hop – which believe it or not turns 50 this year - has always blossomed from love. ![]()
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