6/13/26 6/13/26 O&A NYC GOING BACK TO AFRICA WITH WALESTYLEZ: Mr. P – I Can’t Look Away

I Can’t Look Away is a hit single by Nigerian Afrobeats artist Mr. P (Peter Okoye), released on June 5, 2026. Serving as the lead track for his upcoming solo project OG Forever, the song features an upbeat, dance-ready tempo and vibrant visuals that have quickly sparked viral dance challenges across social media. Continue reading

6/12/26 O&A NYC IRIE FRIDAY: Tommy Lee Sparta, Trippie Redd – Murderer

Murderer is a collaborative single by Jamaican Dancehall artist Tommy Lee Sparta and Hip Hop artist Trippie Redd, released on October 14, 2025. The track dropped during Spooky Season, perfectly matching both artists dark and alternative musical styles. Continue reading

6/12/26 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY: Wale, Leon Thomas – Watching Us

Watching Us is a hit Hip Hop and R&B collaboration by American artist Wale featuring R&B artist Leon Thomas. Released on February 3, 2026, the track serves as a prominent standpoint from Wale’s eighth studio album, Everything Is A Lot. Continue reading

6/11/26 O&A NYC THROWBACK THURSDAY: Shai – If I Ever Fall In Love

If I Ever Fall In Love is the iconic 1992 debut single by the R&B/Soul quartet Shai. Written and produced by group member Carl “Groove” Martin, the song is celebrated as one of the definitive a cappella tracks in mainstream music history. Continue reading

6/10/26 O&A NYC WALESTYLEZ HIP HOP WEDNESDAY: Ja Rule ft. Fat Joe, Jadakiss – NewYork

New York by Ja Rule, featuring Fat Joe and Jadakiss, is a 2004 NewYork Hip Hop anthem from Ja Rule’s sixth studio album, R.U.L.E. Produced by Cool & Dre, the track is famous for its iconic chorus, which interpolates Boogie Down Productions 1990 classic, “The Symphony.” Continue reading

6/8/26 O&A NYC THE MORNING FUNNIES: RuPaul – Back To My Roots

Back to My Roots is a vibrant house and dance-pop track by entertainer RuPaul, released on April 27, 1993, as the fourth single from the debut album Supermodel of the World. The song functions as a bold celebration of Black beauty, traditional hairstyles, and self-expression, heavily utilizing the famous phrase “Black hair is a revolution”. Continue reading

6/6/26 O&A NYC GOING BACK TO AFRICA WITH WALESTYLEZ: Tems – What You Need

What You Need is a song by Nigerian Afro Pop Tems, released on June 3, 2026 via RCA Records. The song was written and produced by Tems alongside frequent collaborator GuiltyBeatz. Continue reading

6/5/26 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY SPECIAL: Jae Millz – Get Them Outta Here (Knicks Mix)

Get Them Outta Here (Knicks Mix) is a high-energy Hip Hop anthem released by Harlem Hip Hop Artist Jae Millz in late May 2026 to celebrate the New York Knicks historic run to the 2026 NBA Finals. Continue reading

6/4/26 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY: Kehlani ft. Missy Elliott – Back and Forth

Kehlani is keeping the momentum behind her latest album going with the release of the official video for Back and Forth, her collaboration with Missy Elliott. The track serves as the third single from Kehlani’s self-titled fifth studio album, KEHLANI. Continue reading

6/4/26 O&A NYC THROWBACK THURSDAY SPECIAL: Peabo Bryson – Can You Stop The Rain

Can You Stop The Rain is a hit song released by R&B artist Peabo Bryson on June 4, 1991. Written by John Bettis and Walter Afanasieff, it served as the lead single and title track for Bryson’s fifteenth studio album. Unfortunately Peabo Bryson is no longer here with his fans and family, dying from a severe stroke. Rest In Peace! Continue reading