Big K.R.I.T. Delivers Boomin' Single "Ballad Of The Bass (My Sub V)"

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Another "My Sub" for your listening pleasure.

Big K.R.I.T. has been surprising fans at his live shows by previewing his new track "Ballad of the Bass (My Sub V)." It may have taken a litttle while, but K.R.I.T. has finally delivered the track as an official single. It's the fifth installment of his "My Sub" series and the rapper thought it would be fitting to drop the record to commemorate the conclusion of his tour.

"As my #FromTheSouthWithLoveTour comes to an end, I want to thank ya’ll for showing up and showing out every night!!," he wrote on Twitter. "I premiered 'Ballad Of The Bass,' while on tour and your reaction was crazy mane!!" We have a feeling that "Ballad of the Bass" sounds best in your ride with your system aligned just right, but wherever you are right now, give it a listen and share your thoughts.

Quotable Lyrics

Who's on the slab, workin' the wheel, grippin' the grain? (Bass)
Callin' it a bucket but I'm like "F*ck it, this sh*t bangin'" (Bass)
House with the speakers, level the tweeters, really don't need em
Rearview the mirror, always shakin'
If you behind me, I ca-ca-can't see ya (Bass)


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Since 2019, Erika Marie has worked as a journalist for HotNewHipHop, covering music, film, television, art, fashion, politics, and all things regarding entertainment. With 20 years in the industry under her belt, Erika Marie moved from a writer on the graveyard shift at HNHH to becoming a Features Editor, highlighting long-form content and interviews with some of Hip Hop’s biggest stars. She has had the pleasure of sitting down with artists and personalities like DJ Jazzy Jeff, Salt ’N Pepa, Nick Cannon, Rah Digga, Rakim, Rapsody, Ari Lennox, Jacquees, Roxanne Shante, Yo-Yo, Sean Paul, Raven Symoné, Queen Naija, Ryan Destiny, DreamDoll, DaniLeigh, Sean Kingston, Reginae Carter, Jason Lee, Kamaiyah, Rome Flynn, Zonnique, Fantasia, and Just Blaze—just to name a few. In addition to one-on-one chats with influential public figures, Erika Marie also covers content connected to the culture. She’s attended and covered the BET Awards as well as private listening parties, the Rolling Loud festival, and other events that emphasize established and rising talents. Detroit-born and Long Beach (CA)-raised, Erika Marie has eclectic music taste that often helps direct the interests she focuses on here at HNHH. She finds it necessary to report on cultural conversations with respect and honor those on the mic and the hardworking teams that help get them there. Moreover, as an advocate for women, Erika Marie pays particular attention to the impact of femcees. She sits down with rising rappers for HNHH—like Big Jade, Kali, Rubi Rose, Armani Caesar, Amy Luciani, and Omerettà—to gain their perspectives on a fast-paced industry.

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