10 New Songs You Must Listen To! - January 2023
By Philippe Martin 01/31/2023
January can be a fresh start for artists that get to release their art with an updated mindset for the new year. 2023 begins in a great direction, with some of the hottest rappers delivering amazing singles. Cordae does it again with the help of Anderson .Paak and Logic prepares the ground for his first independent release next month.
With that being said, here are the best songs of January 2023. This list contains many mainstream and independent placements from artists who either dropped great albums during the month or that are preparing to do so soon. Let us know in the comments what you think about these and if any other singles deserved to make this list.
- Cordae – Two Tens (feat. Anderson .Paak)
- Russ - PUT YOU ON GAME
- PARTYNEXTDOOR – Her Old Friends
- A$AP Rocky – Same Problems?
- Hit-Boy & Offset – 2 LIVE
- Gucci Mane & Kodak Black – King Snipe
- Logic – Wake Up (feat. Lucy Rose)
- Pouya & Delmar – Seen It All Before
- ALLBLACK & Curren$y – Pelicans
- Demrick - Authentic
Cordae – Two Tens (feat. Anderson .Paak)
Produced by J. Cole, this new collaboration by Cordae and Anderson .Paak is simply incredible. The energy is as contagious as it was on their first team-up on 2019’s “RNP”. Time may have passed, but their chemistry remains intact as they trade bars effortlessly on the smooth production from the Dreamville leader.
Released 01/25/2023
Russ - PUT YOU ON GAME
The Atlanta artist is wasting no time getting back to his regular habit of releasing lots of music quickly. His new single “PUT YOU ON GAME” keeps on building his solid brand of believing in yourself and having your priorities straightened out. The kicks are hard as hell and the flute loop is sure to stay in your head for days.
Released 01/06/2023
PARTYNEXTDOOR – Her Old Friends
The OVO artist is back in 2023 with a new single that will please his fans nicely. His style and approach are on par with his previous work, showcasing an excellent RnB production and well-executed auto-tune melodies.
Released 01/13/2023
A$AP Rocky – Same Problems?
The New York artist is starting 2023 with a soft and intelligent song about the way we continuously deal with life without trying to improve our recurring problems. The music is minimalistic, letting the A$AP Mob general ask questions that have complicated answers.
Released 01/18/2023
Hit-Boy & Offset – 2 LIVE
The super producer recruits Atlanta’s own Offset for a simple song that pays homage to Miami’s rap scene with Uncle Luke references and lines that incite booties to shake everywhere. Both artists have quick verses, letting the energetic hook do its job efficiently.
Released 01/13/2023
Gucci Mane & Kodak Black – King Snipe
The 1017 leader takes the backseat in this collaboration with Kodak Black. He spits only one verse, letting his peer carry most of the song with a catchy hook and melodic verses.
Released 01/13/2023
Logic – Wake Up (feat. Lucy Rose)
Now off his major label contract with Def Jam, Logic is ready to independently release his next album in February “College Park”. With the help of his frequent collaborator Lucy Rose, this new song “Wake Up” makes a good job of feeling nostalgic for long-time fans of the Maryland rapper, while sounding fresh for newcomers. The beat hits hard and Logic’s delivery is cut-throat.
Released 01/13/2023
Pouya & Delmar – Seen It All Before
The Florida artist recruits Delmar for a very slow, but beautiful ballad that shows how diverse his sound can be when he explores with his voice and production choices. For the fans looking for an aggressive horrorcore single, they’ll have to wait for the next one.
Released 01/13/2023
ALLBLACK & Curren$y – Pelicans
“Pelicans” is a low-key banger featuring ALLBLACK and Curren$y. Their flows are calm and controlled, letting the bass sound deep and the claps sound fresh. The Oakland rapper has been quiet in 2022, so hopefully, this collaboration will hint at more coming our way in 2023.
Released 01/13/2023
Demrick - Authentic
Following many great singles released at the end of 2022, Demrick is back with a straightforward song about the importance of authenticity and the consequences of not being your true self. The production is great, with a hard-hitting heavy 808 bass and a vocal loop that will easily get in your head.
Released 01/06/2023
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