Police can’t keep pulling these triggers, won’t go for that sh*t much longer.

– Mick Jenkins

With such a tumultuous week in the United States, it’s been hard to focus on hip-hop. The racial tension in our country at this time is at a higher level than it’s been in years. One thing that does help, though, is the music. In times like these, our artists serve as a mouth piece to the frustrations and notions that are being felt by the common everyday people. While these situations have been troubling to say the least, we have to come together and find common ground. This is where music comes in. Music brings people together like nothing else in this world — Pokemon Go doesn’t count — and during times like now, we must see the good. So without further a do, we present you this weeks With All Due RESPECT.: 5 Songs You’ve Been Sleeping On featuring tracks from artists such as Mick Jenkins, Malik Burgers and more. Check out the tracks below.

Salomon Faye – “Sexual Kung Fu”

Coming in first is the infectiously smooth track “Sexual Kung Fu” which comes from Brooklyn native Salomon Faye. The 2:13 long track features Faye spitting tranquil bars such as, “I give you all of my all that’s if you want to/ explore rounds of soul and release your whole/ let go of your control of only God knows” over beautifully placed shakers and hi hats. The song, which was a loosie that Faye released in early May, showcases his laid back style in full affect while also keeping that commanding energy. “Sexual Kung Fu” is the perfect track to throw on to get the good vibes going in any setting. Check out the track below and keep an eye on the Big Apple native who released the masterful tape Stimulation mid 2015.

Caterpillar Jones – “WicFoodStampsSocialSecurity (Feat. Luna)”

Las Vegas native Caterpillar Jones hit the nail on the head with this one. Correctly coining it “The Ghetto Nig*a Anthem”, the track “WicFoodStampsSocialSecurity” is a song that anybody who grew up in poverty could relate to. “Go get that milk with that Wic/ Go get them snacks with the food stamps/ You done worked your whole damn live, go pull your social security check” chants Jones and Luna on the chorus over a funky west coast style beat co-produced by Cosmicat and Isaiah D. Coming in off his recent mixtape, Tales From A LTD, “WicFoodStampsSocialSecurity” is a brief lyrical expedition into the lives of everybody on the “life cycle sponsored by the government” as Jones would put it. Check out the track below and be sure to check out Tales From A LTD, you won’t be disappointed.

Malik Burgers – “Pulp Fiction/Hilary Duff”

San Diego native and 1207 group member Malik Burgers comes in next with the incredible banger, “Pulp Fiction/Hilary Duff” off his tape Pulp Fiction. After a long intro reminiscent of “Thriller“, Malik steadily builds anticipation within the track, repeatedly chanting, “I ain’t never hold one back up in this bit*h” before a short pause and a verse for the ages. Burgers attacks the track with full force with bars such as, “I ain’t never had a pot to piss in/Now I’m pissing on the competition” and “Mama think I’m crazy because I’m fuc*ing different/said fu*k school/I can make a living off hard drugs and a fuc*ing lemon”. As you could imagine, the track bangs heavily in a live setting as you can see here. Burgers’ high energy coupled with his creativity and charisma are traits that will propel him to stardom. Keep tabs on Burgers and all of 1207 as they are the next to blow. You heard it here first. Check out the track below and be sure to give Burgers’ tape Pulp Fiction a listen.

BlaccOut Garrison – “Sex On The Floor”

Putting on for Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, BlaccOut Garrison comes in next with his wavy new cut, “Sex On The Floor“. “Sex on the floor/ I’m addicted to your love baby” croons Garrison over a smooth beat from in house TDE producer Chris Calor. The track is a loose one that was released by Garrison over the weekend and features him rapping sobering and thought provoking bars like, “Couch floor/ it’s war when we making love/ biting on your rug/ while you reaching for the rug” and “your body looking like a piece of art/ I love your imperfections, don’t you cover up them marks”. “Sex On The Floor” is a track that you can play while hanging with your lady, or while driving through the streets late at night, it’s versatile. Check out the track below and be sure to check out Garrison’s recent EP, Cranberry Applejuice.

Mick Jenkins – “Sunkissed (Feat. theMIND)

As I stated earlier, racial tension is a real issue at the moment – and in general. While many artists such as Dizzy Wright, The Game, and even Jay-Z have made songs and spoken out against the injustices of police brutality and racism, it was a track from Chicago native Mick Jenkins that captured the exact thoughts of black folks all around the country. “Yall can’t just front on us ni**as no more/ police can’t keep pulling these triggers/ won’t go for that sh*t much longer” raps Jenkins followed by frequent collaborator theMIND echoing those sentiments singing, “You love our style/ you love our skin/ that melanin that melanin that melanin that melanin”. The track shows Jenkin flexing his lyrical chops as he talks about the hypocrisies of racism over a hard hitting futuristic beat from Da-P. “At the forefront of the culture/ how you tryna drive from the backseat?/ more and more vultures coming at we/ racist motherf**ers ain’t happy” Jenkins flows on the track, providing a voice to the voiceless. Anybody with significant interest in the recent events — which should be everyone — will take great enjoyment in this track. Though Jenkins may be far from slept on, this song needs to be heard by more people. Check out the track below.

There you have it! Let us know how we did, did we get it right? Are we still sleeping on your favorite local artist? Let us know in the comment section below!

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We’ve heard it before. From Kendrick Lamar‘s “Alright” to Salomon Faye‘s “Black Power,” songs responding to social injustices are once again, and unfortunately, a thing again. While the arts have always been a way to express opinions and stances on current events, the increase of hip hop artists tackling the issues in the Black community are a direct representation of the current state of our country and the mindset of many who are simply tired of the mindless actions taken against said demographic.

MorValue artist Zeyi illustrates the undertone and concerns of the wronged with his documentary-esque video, “When There Is Hopelessness, People Revolt.” Laying lyrics over a 90s classic that also played as a sign of the times (Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg‘s “Deep Cover”), this track plays as an effort to point out that the humanity of Blacks should be a commonly understood birthright and not a privilege to potentially be earned over time.

With an upcoming EP titled No Promises, we should expect to hear more hard-hitting material from this artist.

Watch Zeyi’s new video for “When There Is Hopelessness, People Revolt” below:

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The Illuzion rapper Salomon Faye recently got GQ’ed up for his latest video, “What We Do.” Detailing his tales with females, the Harlemnite takes us through his experiences with the opposite sex, which leads to an artistic explosion of emotion. With Kris Merc directing yet another visually appealing piece for the artist, we’re bound to see nothing but greatness come from these two as their talents in their craft grow.

Check out Salomon Faye’s video for “What We Do” below:

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Having previously released the track, “Black Power” back in February, artist Salomon Faye decided to illustrate exactly what he was talking about in his new video for the song. Leaving the Big Apple, Faye traveled to Baltimore to capture and document the truth behind the bias media reportings. Shot amidst the political unrest in the city during the protests for the wrongful death of Freddie Gray, director Kris Merc helps to create a mash-up of a mini-documentary and music video to bring the Harlem rapper’s song to life and support the #BlackLivesMatter movement.

Watch Salomon Faye’s powerful video for “Black Power” below:

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New York rapper Vader The Villin called on some fellow Rotten Apple artists, Salomon Faye and Enasni Leber, to jump on his latest song, “Nothing To Do With It.” Aggressively executed, all parties included killed the collaborative track.

Check out Vader The Villin’s track, “Nothing To Do With It” featuring Salomon Faye and Enasni Leber

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Having just released his new EP, Stimulation, artist Salomon Faye is keeping the momentum going with the release of his latest track, “Chiddy Chiddy Bang Bang.” On the Ben The Glorious Bastard produced track, we get to hear Faye slow his flow down and get a bit grimier than usual.

Listen to Salomon Faye’s new song, “Chiddy Chiddy Bang Bang” below:

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Bubbling Harlemite artist Salomon Faye has finally released his new EP, Stimulation. The Illuzion rapper has been building a buzz for the EP since January with such releases as, “Black Power”, “Luv”, “W.T.F.”, and “Faye.” With an official and recent body of work for listeners take in, don’t be surprised if you hear this artist’s name thrown around more often.

Stream Salomon Faye’s new EP, Stimulation below:

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