JoJo, Too Much To Say | Song Review 🎵
![JoJo, Too Much To Say [📷: Brent Faulkner/The Musical Hype; Clover Music LLC / BMG Rights Management (US) LLC; Clker-Free-Vector-Images, Królestwo Nauki, OpenClipart-Vectors, Pete Linforth, Tumisu from Pixabay]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/jojo-too-much-to-say-song-review-2024.jpg?fit=768%2C525&ssl=1)
Despite ‘saying too much,’ JoJo ‘brings the heat’ on “Too Much To Say,” the second single from her 2025 EP, NGL.
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Al Green, Everybody Hurts | COVERS
![Al Green, Everybody Hurts: Covers No. 48 (2024) [📷: Brent Faulkner /The Musical Hype; Fat Possum; Alan Cordero, Ba Tik, Kampus Production, Matteo Milan, SHVETS production from Pexels; OpenClipart-Vectors, StockSnap, Vicki Hamilton from Pixabay]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/al-green-everybody-hurts-covers-48-2024.jpg?fit=768%2C768&ssl=1)
In the 48th edition of COVERS (2024), Al Green delivers a compelling rendition of “Everybody Hurts” originally performed by R.E.M..
13 More Magnificent BETTER Songs | Playlist 🎧
![13 More Magnificent BETTER Songs (2024) [📷: Brent Faulkner / The Musical Hype; Clker-Free-Vector-Images, Mohamed Hassan, u_if8o5n0ioo, u_ziuenp439c, Vika_Glitter from Pixabay]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/13-more-magnificent-better-songs.jpg?fit=768%2C768&ssl=1)
13 More Magnificent BETTER Songs features music courtesy of Benson Boone, FLETCHER, Kehlani, Luther Vandross, *NSYNC, and Zach Bryan.
Jennifer Holliday, And I Am Telling You I’m Not Going | 1 Hit WONDERful
![Jennifer Holliday, And I Am Telling You I’m Not Going: 1 Hit WONDERful No. 47 (2024) [📷: Brent Faulkner / The Musical Hype; Universal Music Enterprises ; Elias Souza from Pexels; OpenClipart-Vectors from Pixabay]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/jennifer-holliday-and-i-am-telling-you-im-not-going-1-Hit-Wonderful-47-2024.jpg?fit=768%2C768&ssl=1)
In the 47th edition of 1 Hit WONDERful (2024), we highlight “And I Am Telling You I’m Not Going” performed by Jennifer Holliday.
War, Why Can’t We Be Friends? | Throwback Vibez 🕶️🎶
![War, Why Can't We Be Friends?: Throwback Vibez 🕶️🎶 No. 189 (2024) [📷: Brent Faulkner / The Musical Hype; Far Out Productions, Inc / Rhino Entertainment Company; OpenClipart-Vectors, Speedy McVroom from Pixabay]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/war-why-cant-we-be-friends-throwback-vibez-189-2024.jpg?fit=768%2C768&ssl=1)
In the 189th edition of Throwback Vibez (2024), we recollect and reflect on “Why Can't We Be Friends?” by War.
Johnny Orlando, Temptation | Midnight Heat 🕛 🔥
![Johnny Orlando, Temptation: Midnight Heat 🕛 🔥 No. 94 (2024) [📷: Brent Faulkner / The Musical Hype; Not A Label; Hasan Muneer, Natan from Pexels; Aristal Branson, Clker-Free-Vector-Images from Pixabay]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/johnny-orlando-temptation-midnight-heat-94-2024.jpg?fit=768%2C768&ssl=1)
In the 94th edition of Midnight Heat 🕛 🔥 (2024), we explore the naughty, sexy vibes behind “Temptation” by Johnny Orlando.
Getting to Know… RADA Unearthed | Interview 🎤
![Getting to Know… RADA Unearthed: Interview No. 436 [📷: Brent Faulkner / The Musical Hype; RADA Unearthed]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/getting-to-know-rada-unearthed-interview-436-2024.jpg?fit=768%2C768&ssl=1)
In the Q&A in our 436th Getting to Know… series, we get the inside scoop about RADA Unearthed.
Jack Harlow, Hello Miss Johnson | Song Review 🎵
![Jack Harlow, Hello Miss Johnson [📷: Brent Faulkner/The Musical Hype; Generation Now / Atlantic; Clker-Free-Vector-Images from Pixabay]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/jack-harlow-hello-miss-johnson-song-review-2024.jpg?fit=768%2C525&ssl=1)
While some of the lyrics are questionable, charismatic rapper Jack Harlow delivers an entertaining, vibe-laden single with “Hello Miss Johnson.”
Omar Apollo, Te Maldigo (From ‘Queer’) | Song Review 🎵
![Omar Apollo, Te Maldigo (From ‘Queer’) [📷: Brent Faulkner/The Musical Hype; Omar Apollo / Warner; OpenClipart-Vectors from Pixabay]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/omar-apollo-te-maldigo-from-queer-song-review-2024.jpg?fit=768%2C525&ssl=1)
Grammy-nominated singer/songwriter Omar Apollo shines on “Te Maldigo,” a Spanish-exclusive song from the Luca Guadagnino film, ‘Queer.’
Miguel, Always Time | Song Review 🎵
![Miguel, Always Time [📷: Brent Faulkner/The Musical Hype; ByStorm Entertainment / RCA; OpenClipart-Vectors from Pixabay]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/miguel-always-time-song-review-2024.jpg?fit=768%2C525&ssl=1)
Grammy-winning R&B singer/songwriter Miguel is authentic, honest, and reflective on the gorgeous ballad, “Always Time.”
Gil Scott-Heron, The Revolution Will Not Be Televised | Throwback Vibez 🕶️🎶
![Gil Scott-Heron, The Revolution Will Not Be Televised: Throwback Vibez 🕶️🎶 No. 188 (2024) [📷: Brent Faulkner / The Musical Hype; Ace; OpenClipart-Vectors, Speedy McVroom from Pixabay]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/gil-scott-heron-the-revolution-will-not-be-televised-throwback-vibez-188-2024.jpg?fit=768%2C768&ssl=1)
In the 188th edition of Throwback Vibez (2024), we recollect and reflect on “The Revolution Will Not Be Televised” by Gil Scott-Heron.
13 Compelling Come Songs | Playlist 🎧
![13 Compelling Come Songs (2024) [📷: Brent Faulkner / The Musical Hype; cottonbro studio from Pexels]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/13-compelling-come-songs.jpg?fit=768%2C768&ssl=1)
13 Compelling Come Songs features songs by Al Green, Brooke Candy, Hall & Oates, Patti Austin, and Usher.
GloRilla, TGIF | Bangerz N Bopz 🔥
![GloRilla, TGIF: Bangerz N Bopz 🔥 No. 89 (2024) [📷: Brent Faulkner / The Musical Hype; CMG / Interscope; cottonbro studio, Harry Shelton, Kool Shooters, Lucas Pazeta, Mavluda Tashbaeva, Teddy Yang, Wesley Souza from Pexels]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/glorilla-tgif-bangerz-n-bopz-89-2024.jpg?fit=768%2C768&ssl=1)
In the 89th edition of Bangerz N Bopz 🔥 (2024), we highlight “TGIF” performed by Grammy-nominated rapper, GloRilla.
Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes vs. Simply Red | Head 2 Head
![Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes vs. Simply Red: Head 2 Head No. 46 (2024) [📷: Brent Faulkner / The Musical Hype; Epic, Simplyred.com Ltd., Warner Music UK Ltd.; Hernán Toro, Los Muertos Crew, RDNE Stock project, Thomas Ronveaux from Pexels]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/harold-melvin-and-the-blue-notes-vs-simply-red-head-2-head-46-2024.jpg?fit=768%2C768&ssl=1)
In the 46th edition of Head 2 Head (2024), Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes and Simply Red contend for the best rendition of “If You Don’t Know Me By Now.”
Rob Thomas, Lonely No More | Bangerz N Bopz 🔥
![Rob Thomas, Lonely No More: Bangerz N Bopz 🔥 No. 88 (2024) [📷: Brent Faulkner / The Musical Hype; Atlantic; cottonbro studio, Harry Shelton, Kool Shooters, Lucas Pazeta, Mavluda Tashbaeva, Teddy Yang, Wesley Souza from Pexels]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/rob-thomas-lonely-no-more-bangerz-n-bopz-88-2024.jpg?fit=768%2C768&ssl=1)
In the 88th edition of Bangerz N Bopz 🔥 (2024), we highlight “Lonely No More” performed by Grammy-winning pop/rock musician Rob Thomas.
Grant & Ash, Heterosexuality | Beaming with Pride 🏳️🌈
![Grant & Ash, Heterosexuality: Beaming with Pride 🏳️🌈 No. 75 (2024) [📷: Brent Faulkner/ The Musical Hype; ATAARH; Elias Souza, Los Muertos Crew from Pexels; CatsWithGlasses, David, Maicon Fonseca Zanco, Square Frog, Sudo from Pixabay]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/grant-and-ash-heterosexuality-beaming-with-pride-75-2024.jpg?fit=768%2C768&ssl=1)
In the 75th edition of Beaming with Pride 🏳️🌈 (2024), we highlight the song, “Heterosexuality” performed by Grant & Ash.
The Staple Singers, I’ll Take You There | Throwback Vibez 🕶️🎶
![The Staple Singers, I’ll Take You There: Throwback Vibez 🕶️🎶 No. 187 (2024) [📷: Brent Faulkner / The Musical Hype; Concord Music Group; OpenClipart-Vectors, Speedy McVroom from Pixabay]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/the-staple-singers-ill-take-you-there-throwback-vibez-187-2024.jpg?fit=768%2C768&ssl=1)
In the 187th edition of Throwback Vibez (2024), we recollect and reflect on “I’ll Take You There” by The Staple Singers.
Songs That Require Sharp Sight to See, Vol. 3 | Playlist 🎧
![Songs That Require Sharp Sight to See, Vol. 3 (2024) [📷: Brent Faulkner / The Musical Hype; Kevin Schmid, OpenClipart-Vectors from Pixabay]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/songs-that-require-sharp-sight-to-see-vol-3.jpg?fit=768%2C768&ssl=1)
Songs That Require Sharp Sight to See, Vol. 3 features songs by 21 Savage, beabadoobee, Future, Johnny Nash, and Mary J. Blige.
The 2 Live Crew, Me So Horny | Controversial Songs
![2 Live Crew, Me So Horny: Controversial Songs No. 11 (2024) [📷: Brent Faulkner / The Musical Hype; LIL JOE; Tazz Vaughn via Pexels; Elena Arboleda Salas, nikolaytaman90, Tumisu from Pixabay; christian buehner on Unsplash]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/the-2-live-crew-me-so-horny-controversial-songs-11-2024.jpg?fit=768%2C768&ssl=1)
In the 11th edition of Controversial Songs (2024), we explore the controversy behind the “Me So Horny” by The 2 Live Crew.
Bobby Womack, If You Think You’re Lonely Now | Throwback Vibez 🕶️🎶
![Bobby Womack, If You Think You’re Lonely Now: Throwback Vibez 🕶️🎶 No. 186 (2024) [📷: Brent Faulkner / The Musical Hype; ABKCO Music & Records, Inc.; OpenClipart-Vectors, Speedy McVroom from Pixabay]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/bobby-womack-if-you-think-youre-lonely-now-throwback-vibez-186-2024.jpg?fit=768%2C768&ssl=1)
In the 186th edition of Throwback Vibez (2024), we recollect and reflect on “If You Think You’re Lonely Now” by Bobby Womack.
Maxwell, Bad Habits | Midnight Heat 🕛 🔥
![Maxwell, Bad Habits: Midnight Heat 🕛 🔥 No. 93 (2024) [📷: Brent Faulkner / The Musical Hype; Sony Music Entertainment; Hasan Muneer, Natan from Pexels; Aristal Branson, Clker-Free-Vector-Images from Pixabay]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/maxwell-bad-habits-midnight-heat-93-2024.jpg?fit=768%2C768&ssl=1)
In the 93rd edition of Midnight Heat 🕛 🔥 (2024), we explore the naughty, sexy vibes behind “Bad Habits” by Grammy-winning R&B singer/songwriter Maxwell.
Gregory Dillon, Heaven Hates Me | Beaming with Pride 🏳️🌈
![Gregory Dillon, Heaven Hates Me: Beaming with Pride 🏳️🌈 No. 74 (2024) [📷: Brent Faulkner/ The Musical Hype; 444 Sounds; Elias Souza, Los Muertos Crew from Pexels; CatsWithGlasses, David, Maicon Fonseca Zanco, Square Frog, Sudo from Pixabay]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/gregory-dillon-heaven-hates-me-beaming-with-pride-74-2024.jpg?fit=768%2C768&ssl=1)
In the 74th edition of Beaming with Pride 🏳️🌈 (2024), we highlight the song, “Heaven Hates Me” performed by Gregory Dillon.
DESTIN CONRAD, NOSEBLEED → Song Review
![DESTIN CONRAD, NOSEBLEED [📷: Above Ground Entertainment]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/destin-conrad-nosebleed.jpeg?fit=500%2C500&ssl=1)
R&B singer/songwriter DESTIN CONRAD shines in his emotional, ‘heart on sleeve’ single, “NOSEBLEED.”
Lil Nas X, LIGHT AGAIN! | Song Review 🎵
![Lil Nas X, LIGHT AGAIN! [📷: Brent Faulkner/The Musical Hype; Columbia; OpenClipart-Vectors from Pixabay]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/lil-nas-x-light-again-song-review-2024.jpg?fit=768%2C525&ssl=1)
Grammy-winning pop artist Lil Nas X continues to bring ample personality to the track on his confident single, “LIGHT AGAIN!”.
Simply Red, If You Don’t Know Me By Now | COVERS
![Simply Red, If You Don’t Know Me By Now: Covers No. 47 (2024) [📷: Brent Faulkner /The Musical Hype; Warner Music UK Ltd. / Simplyred.com Ltd.; Alan Cordero, Ba Tik, Kampus Production, Matteo Milan, SHVETS production from Pexels; OpenClipart-Vectors, StockSnap, Vicki Hamilton from Pixabay]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/simply-red-if-you-dont-know-me-by-now-covers-47-2024.jpg?fit=768%2C768&ssl=1)
In the 47th edition of COVERS (2024), Simply Red marvelously covers “If You Don’t Know Me By Now,” originally performed by Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes.
Eye 👁 This List of Must-Hear “I” Songs, Vol. 2 | Playlist 🎧
![Eye 👁 This List of Must-Hear “I” Songs, Vol. 2 (2024) [📷: Brent Faulkner / The Musical Hype; Daniel Hannah, David Dillon, from Pixabay]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/eye-this-list-of-must-hear-i-songs-vol-2.jpg?fit=768%2C768&ssl=1)
Eye 👁 This List of Must-Hear “I” Songs, Vol. 2 features songs by Afroman, Benedict Cork, Gracie Abrams, Jerry Butler, Katy Perry, and Tate McRae.
Lauv, Because Of You | Song Review 🎵
![Lauv, Because Of You [📷: Brent Faulkner/The Musical Hype; Lauv / AWAL Recordings America, Inc.; OpenClipart-Vectors from Pixabay]](https://i0.wp.com/themusicalhype.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/lauv-because-of-you-song-review-2024.jpg?fit=768%2C525&ssl=1)
Pop singer, songwriter, and producer Lauv delivers another enjoyable, winning song with the brief “Because Of You.”