As the week in music comes to a close, Hypebeast has rounded up the best projects for the latest installment of Best New Tracks.
This week’s lineup is led by ROSÉ, Bad Bunny and Sky Ferreira, who each released the album rosie and the singles “EL CLúB” and “Leash.” Also joining this selection are offerings from Lil Baby, Tems with Asake, TWICE with Megan Thee Stallion, Quavo with Luke Bryan and Teddy Swims, Roddy Ricch with Terrace Martin, Nettspend and Smino.
ROSÉ – rosie
BLACKPINK staple ROSÉ delivers her solo debut album, rosie. The 12-track effort features a sole guest appearance from Bruno Mars on the viral chart-topping hit “APT.” as well as work from producers such as Carter Lang, who worked on SZA’s Ctrl and SOS, Ye collaborators Ojivolta, GRAMMY winner Greg Kurstin and even Mars himself. rosie hears the artist enjoy her time as a solo act, exploring sonic spaces outside of her girl group and co-writing lyrics that take from her own personal life — heartbreak, toxic exes and the weight of fame.
Listen: Spotify | Apple Music
Bad Bunny – “EL CLúB”
Bad Bunny returns with his second solo single of the year, “EL CLúB.” The EDM-fused track arrives with an accompanying music video helmed by Stillz, which sees the Puerto Rican star still thinking about his ex even after a night out.
Listen: Spotify | Apple Music
Sky Ferreira – “Leash”
Sky Ferreira delivers her first new track in more than two years, “Leash.” The cut is part of A24’s upcoming film Babygirl, which stars Nicole Kidman, Harris Dickinson, Sophie Wilde, and Antonio Banderas.
Listen: Spotify | Apple Music
Smino – Maybe in Nirvana
Smino delivers a stunning new album with Maybe in Nirvana. His fourth studio album features Ravyn Lenae, Bun B, Thundercat and Reggie, and was created by the artist even before its predecessor Luv 4 Rent.
Listen: Spotify | Apple Music
Lil Baby – “Touchdown”
Lil Baby drops off his new single, “Touchdown.” The song’s music video, directed by Gerald Victor, sees the Atlanta star taking on the role of a quarter back who leads his team to a triumphant victory.
Listen: Spotify | Apple Music
Tems x Asake – ”Get it Right”
Tems releases a music video for her Asake-enlisted track, “Get it Right.” The visual is helmed by Laura Marciano and produced by North Of Now Studios, with the song coming from the GRAMMY winner’s debut studio album Born In The Wild.
Watch: YouTube
TWICE x Megan Thee Stallion – “Strategy”
K-pop girl group TWICE reunites with Megan Thee Stallion for “Strategy,” the title track from their newest project. The two powerhouse acts share its accompanying music video that highlight their strengths when it comes to dropping visuals.
Listen: Spotify | Apple Music
Quavo x Luke Bryan x Teddy Swims – “Georgia Ways”
Trap meets country in Quavo, Luke Bryan and Teddy Swims’ collaborative track “Georgia Ways.” The joint highlights each of the Georgia natives’ Southern roots, with its music video transporting viewers to the Georgia backcountry.
Listen: Spotify | Apple Music
Roddy Ricch x Terrace Martin – “Lonely Road”
Roddy Ricch enlists Terrace Martin for his newest single, “Lonely Road.” The track features production from Turbo and serves as a preview to Ricch’s upcoming THE NAVY ALBUM, which drops 2025.
Listen: Spotify | Apple Music
Nettspend – BAD ASS F*CKING KID
Nettspend drops off his highly-anticipated debut mixtape BAD ASS F*CKING KID. The 14-track project arrives as the rising artist kicks off his “BAFK TOUR!,” which will see him in areas like New York, Chicago, Atlanta, Los Angeles and more.
Listen: Spotify | Apple Music
