While the last DJ Khaled song focused on hip-hop’s past and the careers of two of its most celebrated artists, this one’s premise is set squarely on the future. The aptly named “They Ready” features arguably the three best up and coming names in hip-hop: J. Cole, Big K.R.I.T., and Kendrick Lamar. The song is produced by J. Cole himself and features all three of the young emcees stepping up to the mic and delivering their bars in double time, producing enough energy to power at least two small villages for weeks. It’s safe to say this is pretty unique for a DJ Khaled track, and it actually had me excited for the direction of his latest album, Kiss The Ring. Unfortunately though, this song is probably the exception, and not the rule. Still, this has the potential to be one of his most potent compilations to date.
Look for Kiss The Ring in stores August 21st, and make sure to take a listen to two other recently released tracks from the album down below.
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