New Hot Songs for a New Hot Year

Fresh Azimiz, Bow Wow, J-Kwon, Jermaine Dupri
I'm surprised to see another Bow Wow song make it on my blog.  I didn't like him as a kid rapper, but he seems to be growing up just fine.  I can't explain WHY I like this song, if it's the braggadocio, the fact that he says "MIA" (Miami).  Regardless, the kid can spit it, and hopefully he continues to do well and can stand up for himself soon.

I Think They Like Me, Dem Franchize Boyz (featuring Jermaine Dupri, Bow Wow, Da Brat)
After watching Da Brat on The Surreal Life, I was certain this little lady's rap career was over.  I was pleased to hear this was not the case.  She blows away Bow Weezy and JD's raps with her wild poppin' lyrics...but the supporting cast ain't too terrible.  This is a GREAT song.

Gotta Stay Fly, Three Six Mafia
With six rappers in one song, something's bound to work.  Fortunately, a lot does work in this song.  My favorite line.."blurple, blurple, b-blurple...it's GOING DOWN!"  A bit slow to bump to in the club though.  With a video shot in South Beach, I couldn't resist gettin' in to this song.

Ever the Same, Rob Thomas
The once-homeless Rob Thomas never ceases to amaze me.  I feel like with his songwriting abilities, he could make a hit for anyone (even me).  I miss him with Matchbox 20, but he is an outstanding solo artist.  When I was in Florida, I went to see him live "at the Hard Rock" as we South Floridians like to call the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel in Hollywood, Florida.  He put on a great concert, and is an outstanding performer.  The haunting piano throughout this song adds to the general meloncholiness (new word).  Once it gets to the bridge though, I'm ready for the song to be over.  This song could be cut down about 30 seconds.  Although this song's been out for a long time, it's still really hot.  Like all Rob's songs, the lyrics are masterfully crafted ("And I couldn't tell you but I'm telling you now") and the music feels just right.

Yes, I am not a teenager, but I wanted to share a link of a new site I really like a lot.  There's pictures, articles, and more (it's that more part that should get you really excited.)  I think they do some streaming and videos as well, so it's worth a look.
Teen Music.com