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Honest (Future Album)
''Honest'' is the second studio album by American rapper Future. It was released on April 22, 2014, through A1 Recordings and Freebandz, and distributed by Epic Records. The album features guest appearances from Pharrell, Pusha T, Casino, Wiz Khalifa, Kanye West, Drake, Young Scooter, André 3000, and Lil Wayne. It was supported by five singles: "Karate Chop", " Honest", "Shit", "Move That Dope", and "I Won", along with the promotional single, "Real and True". ''Honest'' received generally positive reviews from critics. It debuted at number two on the US ''Billboard'' 200, selling 53,000 copies in its first week. The album was certified gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). Background In June 2012, Future announced his second studio album would be titled ''Future Hendrix''. In September 2012, during an interview with Montreality, he spoke about the album title, saying: "''Future Hendrix'' just comes from being different. Jimi Hendrix, he always stood out, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Future (rapper)
Nayvadius DeMun Cash (born Nayvadius DeMun Wilburn; born November 20, 1983), better known by the stage name Future, is an American rapper. Known for his mumble-styled vocals and prolific output, Future is considered a pioneer of the use of melody and auto-tune in modern trap music. Born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia, Future signed a recording contract with A1 Recordings and Epic Records in 2011, and released the albums ''Pluto'' (2012) and '' Honest'' (2014), which contained the platinum singles " Turn On the Lights", " Honest", "Move That Dope" (featuring Pharrell Williams and Pusha T), and "I Won" (featuring Kanye West). He then achieved critical and commercial success with '' DS2'' (2015) and its singles "Fuck Up Some Commas" and "Where Ya At" (featuring Drake), and followed it up with ''Evol'' (2016) and its lead single " Low Life" (featuring The Weeknd). Future's eponymous fifth album and its successor ''Hndrxx'' (both 2017) made him the first artist since 2014 to de ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Runners (production Duo)
The Runners are an American electronic and hip hop production duo from Orlando, Florida, consisting of Andrew "Dru Brett" Harr and Jermaine "Mayne Zayne" Jackson. They came together to form the team in 2000, but they have known each other since they were in kindergarten. They both have been influenced their entire lives by producers Timbaland and the Neptunes. Their trademark is an exhale sound effect ringing "Ahhh" at the beginning of their songs. They are best known for producing the hit singles " Go Hard" and "Hustlin'", by rappers DJ Khaled and Rick Ross respectively. Also worked with Cubic Z on a number of DJ Khaled productions. They have produced songs for artists like Keyshia Cole, Kevin Cossom, Ace Hood, Chris Brown, Fat Joe, Juelz Santana, Nelly, Trip Lee, Jim Jones, Lil Wayne, Fabolous and Usher. History The Runners first met as toddlers in Vero Beach, Florida. In 2000, they named themselves the Runners and set up shop in Orlando, where they launched Trac-N-Field En ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Pharrell Williams
Pharrell Lanscilo Williams (; born April 5, 1973) is an American record producer, rapper, singer, and songwriter. Alongside close colleague Chad Hugo, he formed the hip hop and R&B production duo the Neptunes in the early 1990s, with whom he has produced songs for various recording artists. In 1999, he became lead vocalist of the band N.E.R.D., which he formed with Hugo and drummer Shay Haley. Williams has been widely referred to as one of the most influential and successful music producers of the 21st century, having had a significant impact on the sound of modern popular music. Williams released his debut solo album, '' In My Mind'', in 2006. In 2013, he produced and was featured alongside T.I. on the song " Blurred Lines" by Robin Thicke and his song " Happy" was the lead single for the soundtrack of the film ''Despicable Me 2''. In the same year, he was featured on Daft Punk's single " Get Lucky", which won Record of the Year and Best Pop Duo/Group Performance at the 5 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Guest Appearance
In show business, a guest appearance is the participation of an outsider performer (such as a musician or actor) in an event such as a music record or concert, show, etc., when the performer does not belong to the regular band, cast, or other performing group. In music, such an outside performer is often referred to as a guest artist. In performance art, the terms guest role or guest star are also common, the latter term specifically indicating the guest appearance of a celebrity. The latter is often also credited as special guest star or special musical guest star by some production companies. In pop music and hip-hop, such guests are often referred to as featured artists or featured guests. Such a performer may be annotated in credits or even in song titles by the abbreviation ''feat.'' or further abbreviation ''ft.''; or by the word ''with'' or abbreviation ''w/''. In a TV series, a guest star is an actor who appears in one or a few episodes (sometimes a story arc). In some ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
I Won
"I Won" is a song by American rapper Future featuring fellow American rapper Kanye West. The song was released on April 8, 2014, as the fifth single from the former's second studio album, '' Honest'' (2014). The song features Future and West rapping about their respective then-fiancées, Ciara and Kim Kardashian, whom they see as their "trophy wives". Following its release, the song peaked at number 98 on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100 chart. In August 2014, Ciara broke off her engagement to Future due to infidelity on his part. Kardashian and West are divorced as of June 2022. Background "I Won" by Future was produced by Metro Boomin and features a guest appearance from fellow American rapper Kanye West. The song features Future and Kanye West rapping about their respective fiancées, Ciara and Kim Kardashian. Overall the song is about the rapper's fiancées being their trophy wives. Future takes control of the song's first part, performing romantic and sexual bars through a m ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Move That Dope
"Move That Dope" (edited version titled as "Move That Doh") is a song by American rapper Future, featuring fellow American rappers Pharrell Williams, Pusha T, and Casino. It was released on February 6, 2014, as the fourth single from Future's second studio album, '' Honest''. The song peaked at number 46 on the US ''Billboard'' Hot 100. It was produced by frequent collaborators Mike Will Made It and P-Nasty. Casino's verse is removed from the radio edit version of the song. Music video On March 6, 2014, the music video was released. Both Casino and his verse were not featured in the video. However, the extended version does feature Casino. The video includes cameo appearances by Tyler, The Creator, Schoolboy Q, Mike Will Made It and Wiz Khalifa. Accolades (*) designates unordered list. Awards and nominations Chart performance "Move That Dope" peaked at number 46 on the US ''Billboard'' Hot 100. It spent a total of 18 weeks on the chart. The song was certified gold ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Shit (song)
"Shit" (stylized as "$h!t", edited for radio as "Shhh...") is a song by American hip hop recording artist Future. It was released on September 24, 2013, as the third single from his second studio album, '' Honest'' (2014). The song has since peaked at number 34 on the US ''Billboard'' Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs. Remixes On December 14, 2013, it was announced Canadian rapper Drake, would appear on the song's remix. On December 15, 2013, it was revealed fellow American rappers Schoolboy Q, Jeezy, Pastor Troy, T.I. and Juicy J, were also added to the remix. On December 17, 2013, a remix featuring Drake and Juicy J was released, which appears on DJ Esco's ''No Sleep'' mixtape. On December 19, 2013, the "ATL remix" was released which features Pastor Troy, Jeezy and T.I. On December 20, 2013, a remix featuring West Coast rapper Schoolboy Q and hip hop mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs, was released. On December 23, 2013, the song's producer Mike Will Made It, released a mixtape titled ''#Mi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Honest (Future Song)
"Honest" is a song by American hip hop recording artist Future. It was released on August 19, 2013, as the second single from his second studio album of the same name. The song has peaked at number 55 on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100. The song addressed Future had an accusation of his net worth and child support and lied to his mother. Music video On September 11, 2013, the music video directed by Colin Tilley Colin Tilley (born June 27, 1988) is an American filmmaker, music video director, and television commercial director. Tilley is the CEO and owner of Boy in the Castle Productions. He has directed more than 300 music videos. Tilley directed, pro ... was released. Charts Weekly charts Year-end charts Certifications Release history References 2013 singles 2013 songs Epic Records singles Future (rapper) songs Music videos directed by Colin Tilley Songs written by Future (rapper) Songs written by Metro Boomin Song recordings produced by Metro Boomin ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Karate Chop (song)
"Karate Chop" is a song by American rapper Future from his second studio album '' Honest''. The song was produced by Metro Boomin and originally had a feature from rapper Casino. However, the remix features fellow American rapper Lil Wayne. The remix was released as the lead single of the album on February 19, 2013. It debuted at #100 on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100 and since then has peaked at #82. Background and release "Karate Chop" was originally written by Future and Lil Wayne. It was produced by Metro Boomin and originally featured a verse from Free Band Gang member Casino. The original version of the track appeared on DJ Spinz and DJ Pretty Boy Tank's mixtape ''We Are Radio 6''. Future premiered the song on January 25, 2013, and it was sent to urban radio on January 29, 2013. Metro Boomin stated in an interview with ''XXL'' magazine how the record came about. He explained: "I actually made that beat before I moved to Atlanta... I never really liked it, but once I moved to A ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Monster (mixtape)
''Monster'' is the thirteenth mixtape by American rapper Future. It was released on October 28, 2014 by Freebandz Entertainment. Along with '' Beast Mode'' and ''56 Nights'', it is considered one of "a trilogy of album-quality mixtapes" that Future released following '' Honest''. The mixtape was executive produced by producer Metro Boomin. On October 28, 2019, ''Monster'' was released onto streaming platforms in celebration of five years since release, excluding the tracks "Intro", "Abu's Boomin" and "Fuck Up Some Commas"; the latter of which is available on streaming services through Future's 2015 album '' DS2''. Critical reception In ''Vice'', Robert Christgau gave ''Monster'' a "B+" and described it as "strong like pop so seldom is. Vulnerable like pop so seldom is too." Sam C. Mac from ''Slant Magazine'' gave ''Monster'' three-and-a-half out of five stars, while ''PopMatters'' critic Colin McGuire gave it six out of ten stars. Future explores a darker sound on this mixtap ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Pluto 3D
''Pluto 3D'' is the reissue of American rapper and singer Future's debut studio album ''Pluto'' (2012). It was released on November 27, 2012, seven months after its parent album, by A1 Recordings, Freebandz Entertainment and Epic Records. ''Pluto 3D'' features three newly recorded songs and two official remixes. During the following week of the re-release, ''Pluto'' rose to number 75 on the US ''Billboard'' 200, selling 11,000 copies. Singles "Neva End" was officially remixed, featuring a guest appearance from American singer Kelly Rowland. The song was produced by Mike WiLL Made It, and was released as ''Pluto 3Ds lead single. Future premiered the song on October 16, 2012, and it was sent to rhythmic radio on December 4, 2012. The song debuted at number 99 on US ''Billboard'' Hot 100 and it later peaked at number 52. Promotion On November 21, 2012, the music video for "Neva End (Remix)" premiered on ''106 & Park''. On November 27, 2012, Future performed the song along wit ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
TM88
Bryan Lamar Simmons (born April 4, 1987), professionally known as TM88 (also known as TrackMan 88), is an American record producer and DJ from Atlanta, Georgia. He is a member of the Atlanta-based record production and songwriting team 808 Mafia, as one of the lead members next to Southside. Simmons produced the global hit XO Tour Llif3. The track would go on to become Grammy nominated and one of the most streamed tracks on Spotify with around 1.5 billion streams as of July 2021. Early life and career Bryan Lamar Simmons was born on April 4, 1987, in Miami, Florida. He lived in Eufaula, Alabama and later moved to Atlanta, Georgia. In 2009, TM88, 22 at the time, started producing instrumentals for Slim Dunkin, an artist at Brick Squad Monopoly before his murder in late 2011. He was introduced to Southside, whom he started working with. Southside later invited him to join his production team 808 Mafia. In 2012, TM88 had his first major placement as a solo producer on Waka Flock ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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