Bakar Turns Up The Funk With Smooth New Single "A Girl Like You"

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He's back with another catchy offering.

Bakar has an instantly recognizable voice. It's smooth, it's got a natural groove to it. "Hell N Back" is his biggest song for a reason: it's the perfect combination of worn down and upbeat. Bakar's latest single, "A Girl Like You," may not have the earworm whistle of its predecessor. But it's proof that Bakar has a genuine talent for creating funky UK soul. "A Girl Like You" is less than two minutes in length, but the groove is so fully realized, and the hook is so catchy that the song feels like a complete though. It all starts with the synth. It's the first thing we hear, and gives the film a retro, 1980s feel without being overbearing.

Bakar's lyrics are playful in a sort of Prince fashion. The UK singer doesn't take himself too seriously on record. That said, he doesn't offer deliver a line as goofily memorable as: "You made me acknowledge the devil in me. I hope to God I'm talkin' metaphorically." It all coalesces into something as lightweight and flirty as the song's title suggests. The real secret weapon of Bakar's single, though, is the bass. It absolutely steals the show, especially near the chorus, with its bouncy funk leads taking center stage. Bakar has been dropping singles throughout 2024, like "React" and the "Everytime" remix. "A Girl Like You" is far and away the best of the bunch, though.

Let us know what you think of this brand-new track, in the comments section down below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the music world. We will continue to keep you informed on all of your favorite artists and their upcoming projects.

Bakar Drops His Best Single Since "Hell N Back"

Quotable Lyrics:

I've never known a girl like you before
Now just like a song from the days of yore
Here you come knockin', knockin' at my door
Well, I've never met a girl like you before

About The Author
Elias Andrews is a music and entertainment writer for HotNewHipHop. He joined HNHH in 2024 as the lead night shift contributor, which means he covers new music releases on a weekly basis. In the year since joining, Elias has covered some of the biggest and most turbulent stories in the world of music. He covered the Drake and Kendrick Lamar battle, and the release of the disses “Family Matters” and “Meet the Grahams,” in particular, in real time. He has also detailed the ongoing list of allegations and criminal charges made against Diddy. Elias’ favorite artists are Andre 3000, MF Doom, pre-808s Kanye West and Tyler, The Creator. He loves L.A. hip-hop but not L.A. sports teams. The first album he ever bought was Big Willie Style by Will Smith, which he maintains is still a pretty good listen.
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