T.I. return to music surprised hip-hop as we prepared for new tours and music from Bruno Mars, Cardi B, and Drake.
Last week’s releases set an ambitious tone for January. A$AP Rocky’s Don’t Be Dumb marked a sharp, psychedelic return, blending experimental hip-hop with star power and reminding listeners why his voice still bends culture.
YoungBoy Never Broke Again’s Slime Cry countered with raw volume and emotion, reaffirming his grip on rap’s streaming era. Singles from Rocky and T.I. kept momentum high, while emerging R&B quietly filled playlists beneath the noise.
With January still unfolding, the pace suggests more statement projects ahead, as veterans and newcomers alike position 2026 as a year defined by risk, reinvention, and reach. While the week was filled with star-studded reveals, there are plenty of emerging and new artists that released new music this week you don’t want miss.
Check out the list of new music you might have missed this week.
T.I. & Pharrell Williams Rebirths The King of Da South Just To “Let Em Know”
He’s Baaack. He’s cut the dreads off, he’s tipped his hat to the side again, and took it back to Bankhead. All roads lead to the anticipated Kill The King album.
SugarHill Ddot Says This Is His “Confessions”
The Harlem rapper’s song is wintry from the start, opening on eerie atmosphere, glowing melody, and chiming keys. He splits the difference between bars and singing as he peels back the layers, ruminating on love, loss, personal challenges, and growth — and what it means to be taking care of the family that raised him now that he’s found success.
42 Dugg Explains What “IDB” Means
The Detroit rap star takes it back to the gravel in his latest track. It’s a song that showcases why his authenticity has drawn and rooted his cult following. The new music is gearing up to be the rapper’s best work yet.
T.I., Elijah Connor, 2BYG, Shaquille Jones + MORE New Music You Might Have Missed This Week
Buddy, Key!, & CUZZOS Explains How The “Ass Match The Legs”
The former Pharrell protege admires the original curves in his latest release. The track introduces the rapper’s relatives, who also gush over the peaches. 2026 promises to be a big year for Bud.
After Star Search, 2BYG Searches The World To Find “Someone Like You”
The emerging R&B group takes it back to the 90s to find “Miss Right.” With 2026 wide open, the new group takes full advantage of the open lanes to the top of the charts, thanks to their impressive vocals, unity, and energy. This is the perfect origin point for newfound fans looking for that old thing back.
501Bryze Enters 2026 With The Bridge Part 1
Featuring new songs “Tell It” and “Been A Minute,” the EP finds the emerging artist in motion, blending melodic rap with reflection as he charts growth, loyalty, and survival. The project frames success as earned, not given, signaling a first step toward a larger artistic journey.
Elijah Connor Says They’re “More Than A Friend”
On the new track, the emerging singer is navigating the fragile space between friendship and romance. The song leans into unspoken feelings, late-night intimacy, and emotional hesitation. He pairs smooth, melodic production with a vulnerable yet confident delivery that captures the risk of wanting more.
Voices of Fire & Pharrell Williams Find “The One”
A bold, uplifting anthem, the track captures the spirit of the growing ‘Rhythm + Praise’ movement. The single fuses transcendent vocal power, hip-hop energy, and genre-bending production — a sonic evolution of pop culture. The song was recorded in Virginia Beach and Paris.
Shaquille Jones Is Ready To “Ride For The Lord”
In an era where conviction is often diluted and authenticity is treated as a trend, the Christian hip-hop artist arrives with a release that refuses compromise. The song is more than music—it is a declaration of accountability, loyalty, and unwavering faith.
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