The month of August came out with a lot of note worthy hits. One project that I could not put on this playlist but deserves several listens and contemplation is definitely Jay Z’s 4:44. 4:44 is the album that every man should add to his collection because it gives a model of how to delve into your past, to better yourself as a man and to mentally prepare yourself for your present day. It also shows that it is okay for a man to be vulnerable, find spaces to reconcile his feelings, and that there is power in bettering yourself for the generations that come after you and supporting your fellow black businesses. This recap is just a tidbit of insight that can be gained from this project and the carefully curated footnotes featuring known artists such as Kendrick Lamar, Meek Mill, Chris Rock, Chris Paul, Will Smith, Michael B. Jordan, Mahershala Ali, and so much more! Catch this project on Tidal and on Apple Music.

Other noteworthy artists this month that I’ve had on repeat include Kelela with LMK, Tiffany Gouche´ with Dive and Jazmine Sullivan featuring Bryson Tiller with Insecure.

Summmer sun, fire, heat, passion, crescendo up, high pitch, rise up, light up, spread out, simmer down, suffocate, burn out.

Comment down below your favorite songs from this playlist!