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Freddie Gibbs on Genius

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Freddie Gibbs breaks down “Black Illuminati” lyrics for Genius

“‘Black Illuminati’ is Freddie Gibbs latest hit and has racked up over 2 million Spotify streams to date. The track features Jadakiss, is produced by Arianna Reid & Bizness Boi and is expected to appear on his upcoming album Soul Sold Separately.” – Genius

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Alabama-born rapper Freddie Gibbs recently stopped by Genius to discuss his Jadakiss-assisted single, “Black Illuminati,” which interpolates “Never Had a Friend Like Me” by 2Pac.

“‘Black Illuminati’ is Freddie Gibbs latest hit and has racked up over 2 million Spotify streams to date. The track features Jadakiss, is produced by Arianna Reid & Bizness Boi and is expected to appear on his upcoming album Soul Sold Separately.” – Genius

The Directed by JMP-powered video for “Black Illuminati” has been viewed over 2.4 million times on YouTube since premiering November 19.

You can find “Black Illuminati” on Apple Music, Spotify, and various other digital streaming platforms via ESGN.

You can follow @Genius on Instagram.

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