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Ari Lennox, Megan Thee Stallion And More Top This Week's Playlist

Ari's new video for "BMO" is a total vibe, Meg gives us another #HotGirlSummer anthem, and August 08 arrives with new EP 'Happy Endings.'
Ari Lennox, Megan Thee Stallion And More Top This Week’s Playlist
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By Sydney Scott · Updated October 23, 2020

Happy Friday!

We have made it through another week and this weekend, we hope you’re taking a little time for yourself. What’s one of the best ways to do that? Vibing out to new music.

Ari Lennox gave us just what we needed this week with the visuals for her single “BMO;” August 08 released his newest EP Happy Endings*; And Megan Thee Stallion gave us another summer anthem with the help of Nicki Minaj and Ty Dolla $ign.

Scroll through for our picks of five new singles, projects, and videos that are definitely worth giving a spin this weekend.

Kash Doll – “Ready Set” ft. Big Sean

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The visuals for Kash Doll’s latest hit “Ready Set” are not to be missed. Directed by Jesse Ray Diamond with Teyana Taylor as creative director, the video for “Ready Set” is just as high energy as the song itself.

Ari Lennox – “BMO”

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Ari Lennox gives us the music we need and we truly appreciate it. With a video directed by Child and inspired by Total and Missy Elliott, the cool visuals are the perfect vibe.

August 08 – Happy Endings*

August 08 has followed up his 2018 debut EP release, Father, with a new EP, Happy Endings*. The project features collaborations with Goldlink, Duckwrth, and Smino and is a great showcase of 08’s skills.

Childish Major – “For You”

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Atlanta rapper Childish Major is paying homage to women everywhere with the video for his latest single, “For You.” The song is from the rapper’s forthcoming mixtape, Dirt Road Diamond, set to be released later this summer.

Megan Thee Stallion – “Hot Girl Summer” feat. Nicki Minaj and Ty Dolla $ign

Megan Thee Stallion has given us another summer anthem, teaming up with Nicki Minaj and Ty Dolla $ign for “Hot Girl Summer.” Now, all we need is a video.

TOPICS:  ari lennox august 08 Big Sean childish major kash doll Megan Thee Stallion
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