By Lilyana Canales | Arts & Life Writer
Basketball season has rolled in with the cold front, and it’s time to bring out the sweaters and streamers.
As basketball season is underway, there is nothing better than a bass-filled playlist to prepare for historic showdowns.
Though hip-hop and rap may not be everyone’s cup of tea, these Christian-based rappers bring unique sounds to the table. Give these five songs a listen before the next game.
“10 Toes” by Lecrae
This song comes out of the gate with strong bass and an upbeat melody. Lecrae masterfully balances hard-hitting truths with a backdrop of snare and bass beats. If you’re looking for a song that gets the blood pumping and your mind balancing complex truths, stand 10 toes down with Lecrae and add this song to your playlist.
“Pick It Up” by Jackie Hill Perry
The first few seconds of Jackie Hill Perry’s “Pick It Up” inspires confidence and motion with a callback to “pick it up.” Blending layered backing tracks and deep bass, Perry delivers biblical wordplay that inspires you to pick up the pace. Add this song to your playlist for a much-needed boost of energy.
“TOP UH IT” by 1K Phew and Timbaland
In similar fashion, “TOP UH IT” starts with steady bass and chanting the saying “at the top of it.” Produced by Timbaland, this song is one of many on their recent collaboration, “SEVEN TRUMPETS,” that delivers confidence-boosters and biblical messaging. If you’re looking to feel on the ball, add 1K Phew’s banger to your playlist.
“IKTW” by yungxsauce and WHATUPRG
In this recently released song, WHATUPRG collabs with yungxsauce for a fast-paced track. “IKTW” exudes self-confidence with bass so strong it burns through your speakers. The messaging takes this a step further by assuring the listeners not to worry about what others are saying or doing. If you’re looking to keep your eyes on the prize this evening, give this song a listen.
“TURBO” by Andy Mineo, Wordsplayed and Magic & Bird
This song is marked by a unique blend of upbeat tempo, layered backing tracks and a strong comedic opening. Created by dynamic duo Andy Mineo and Wordsplayed, known as Magic & Bird when producing together, this song commands heads to bop and shoulders to sway. This song mixes playful verses with an addictive bass line.
The ending of the song is arguably the best, with a strong drumbeat and energetic mantra of “you know what I’m ’bout, work from home, go to town.” This is the perfect song to blast in your car speakers and end your hype playlist with.
