Kxng Crooked Speaks For The People On "Flag"

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The California rapper addresses issues on the forefront of the minds of millions.

It's always a good time for a new project by Kxng Crooked. The former Slaughterhouse emcee is one of the most respected lyricists in hip hop and on his latest record, he delivers nine tracks to show any naysayer why they're wrong about his skills. Crooked I asserts lyrical dominance on Flag, a project where he not only talks about his elevation in the game but weighs in on the political and social justice issues that have plagued America. You'll find that no one track is like another and with each spin, a new vibe is introduced.

People have already taken to social media to praise Flag, especially due to Crooked paying tribute to those who lost their lives at the hands of the police including Breonna Taylor and Tamir Rice. The only features you'll find on the album belongs to Kxng Crooked's Family Bvsiness crew, so stream Flag and let us know what you think.

Tracklist

1. Holy Cloth
2. Flag
3. You Was Supposed To
4. Teenaged Killer (1 John 1:9)
5. OkYouFeelinDat?
6. Still Regulatin'
7. COB Season
8. Hot Sauce ft. Family Bvsiness
9. Wait a Minute


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Since 2019, Erika Marie has worked as a journalist for HotNewHipHop, covering music, film, television, art, fashion, politics, and all things regarding entertainment. With 20 years in the industry under her belt, Erika Marie moved from a writer on the graveyard shift at HNHH to becoming a Features Editor, highlighting long-form content and interviews with some of Hip Hop’s biggest stars. She has had the pleasure of sitting down with artists and personalities like DJ Jazzy Jeff, Salt ’N Pepa, Nick Cannon, Rah Digga, Rakim, Rapsody, Ari Lennox, Jacquees, Roxanne Shante, Yo-Yo, Sean Paul, Raven Symoné, Queen Naija, Ryan Destiny, DreamDoll, DaniLeigh, Sean Kingston, Reginae Carter, Jason Lee, Kamaiyah, Rome Flynn, Zonnique, Fantasia, and Just Blaze—just to name a few. In addition to one-on-one chats with influential public figures, Erika Marie also covers content connected to the culture. She’s attended and covered the BET Awards as well as private listening parties, the Rolling Loud festival, and other events that emphasize established and rising talents. Detroit-born and Long Beach (CA)-raised, Erika Marie has eclectic music taste that often helps direct the interests she focuses on here at HNHH. She finds it necessary to report on cultural conversations with respect and honor those on the mic and the hardworking teams that help get them there. Moreover, as an advocate for women, Erika Marie pays particular attention to the impact of femcees. She sits down with rising rappers for HNHH—like Big Jade, Kali, Rubi Rose, Armani Caesar, Amy Luciani, and Omerettà—to gain their perspectives on a fast-paced industry.