Best New Tracks: SZA, Gorillaz, YG x Lil Wayne and More

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 SZA, Gorillaz and YG x Lil Wayne, who each released the album SOS and the singles “Skinny Ape” and “Miss My Dawgs.” Also joining this selection are offerings from MOUNT WESTMORE, A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie, Moneybagg Yo, NLE Choppa and Polo G along with collaborative efforts from Justice x Logic and Icewear Vezzo x DJ Drama.
SZA - SOS

SZA’s highly-anticipated sophomore album SOS is finally here. The extensive 23-track record features guest appearances from Don Toliver on “Used,” Phoebe Bridgers on “Ghost in the Machine,” previous collaborator Travis Scott on “Open Arms” and the late Ol’ Dirty Bastard on “Forgiveless,” as well as production and contribution credits from the likes of Chad Hugo and Pharrell Williams of the Neptunes, Jay Versace, DJ Dahi and more.

Listen: Spotify | Apple Music
Gorillaz – “Skinny Ape”

Gorillaz’s fourth single off their upcoming album Cracker Island, “Skinny Ape,” is also set to receive special AR music video performances. The band will literally tower over fans at Times Square and in Piccadilly Circus on December 17 and December 18 for a “first-of-their-kind immersive experiences” which will be directed by Gorillaz co-creator Jamie hewlett and Fx Goby, and created by Nexus Studios.

Listen: Spotify | Apple Music
YG x Lil Wayne – “Miss My Dawgs”

YG enlists Lil Wayne for his newest single, “Miss My Dawgs.” The track marks the first release from YG since September’s I GOT ISSUES, and hears him pay homage to his late friend MC Slim 400.

Listen: Spotify | Apple Music
MOUNT WESTMORE - Snoop, Cube, 40, $hort

West Coast rap supergroup MOUNT WESTMORE drops their debut studio effort, Snoop, Cube, 40, $hort. The 16-track album hears the rap veterans do what they do best, fostering a classic and collaborative atmosphere.

Listen: Spotify | Apple Music
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