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TIHANE’s New Single Breaks The Mold With A Bold Take On Heartbreak And Healing
TIHANE’s new single, “Ain’t That A B!tch,” flips the script on traditional breakup songs, delivering a tune that’s not just about heartbreak but about the resilience it demands. With a blend of future bounce, soul, and electronic elements, TIHANE carves out a sound that’s fresh and unapologetically personal. Pulling from her Polynesian and Croatian roots, TIHANE gives us a rhythmically rich, layered track that feels both classic and innovative. This single, co-produced with Segnon from TIHANE’s upcoming album, The War On Love, sets the stage for an artist unafraid to dive into the messy, beautiful complexities of relationships.
The song itself is striking in its honesty. TIHANE wrote it in the thick of a fresh breakup, capturing raw, unfiltered moments that resonate with anyone who’s ever experienced the highs and lows of love. Lyrics like “I was saying it’s you, you was pointing at me” capture the tension and reflection that come with parting ways, while the smooth hook, “Ain’t that a bitch about love,” distills the song’s essence—a reluctant but resilient acceptance of love’s unpredictable turns. The production, filled with deep drum beats, vintage samples, and funky basslines, brings a sophisticated edge that feels like both a nod to the past and a look toward the future.
To add another layer, the single’s music video—shot in one take in the California canyons—shifts from black and white to vivid color, matching the emotional shift in the song. Directed by TIHANE and Cris Blyth, the video is visually stunning and acts as a metaphor for the journey from heartbreak to self-empowerment. With this single, TIHANE has delivered more than a song; she’s crafted an experience that makes you feel every beat, every word, every emotion, and leaves you ready for whatever she’s about to bring next.
North London’s 4t9 isn’t just stepping into the UK rap scene – he’s kicking the door wide open with his debut single, “Freedom”. Blending hard-hitting drill beats with motivational lyricism, 4t9’s arrival feels bold, intentional, and impossible to ignore. While drill music often leans on themes of street life and bravado, “Freedom” carves out its own lane, focusing on self-belief, focus, and determination.
From the opening bars, 4t9’s delivery is sharp and direct. His tone carries a hunger that feels authentic, as he weaves between gritty observations and personal affirmations. The hook – “It’s been about freedom, it’s been about racks” – becomes a powerful mantra, embodying 4t9’s belief in chasing success on his own terms. There’s no reliance on empty bravado here; instead, 4t9 taps into the mindset of someone who’s faced challenges but refuses to let them define his path.
His verses showcase a knack for clever wordplay. Lines like “In Paris riding the metro / I’ve been wavy from the get-go / I still compete and I get gold / That’s the 9 on me like Crespo” highlight his ability to blend cultural references with sharp storytelling. He paints pictures of grind and grit, but it’s always laced with a forward-thinking attitude.
The track’s production matches this energy, with a brooding instrumental that balances dark, rolling basslines with crisp percussion. It’s the kind of beat that demands attention, creating the perfect backdrop for 4t9’s powerful delivery. Meanwhile, the track’s structure keeps momentum high, with the hook acting as a grounding point that ties the themes together.
Adding to the track’s impact is its visually striking music video, directed by ODXC. The visuals mirror the song’s intensity, capturing 4t9’s commanding presence as he delivers each bar with conviction. The sleek visuals, combined with the track’s unrelenting energy, make “Freedom” feel like a real statement piece.
With this debut release, 4t9 shows he’s not here to follow trends – he’s here to create his own lane. His blend of raw authenticity, sharp lyricism, and motivational energy makes this debut impossible to overlook. If “Freedom” is just the starting point, there’s no telling how far 4t9’s ambition will take him.
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