Lola Brooke Spits Sultry Bars For "On My Mind" Single

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The Brooklyn emcee told us that the visual to the track was inspired by "DMX's 'How's it Goin’ Down' and 'Can’t Leave Em Alone' by Ciara and 50 Cent."

There has been an influx of women in Rap staking their claims in the genre in recent years, and there is another newcomer on the list looking to edge her way into the mainstream spotlight. Brooklyn rapper Lola Brooke has been making a name for herself over the past few years as she draws inspiration from the female emcees who came before her, and recently, she shared the LVTRKEVIN-directed music video for her new single, "On My Mind." The sultry vibe is complemented by Brooke's low-toned bars as she spits lyrics about her love story with someone who holds her down like no other.

“Immediately after cutting 'On My Mind,' I knew I wanted a visual that captured a soft and sexy look to match the feel," she exclusively told us. "Most know me for my aggressive manner… it’s the New York in me [laughs] but when I’m in love, I’m more of a lover. My inspiration for the video came from DMX's 'How’s it Goin’ Down' and 'Can’t Leave Em Alone' by Ciara and 50 Cent. I wanted to take things back to that late ’90s, early ’00s kind of vibe.”

This Fall, make sure to keep an eye out for Brooke when she takes to the Rolling Loud New York stage and we'll keep you updated with more releases in the future. In the meantime, stream Lola Brooke's "On My Mind" and let us know what you think.

 

Quotable Lyrics

We don't need no advice from any strangers
Treat me how I'm supposed to be treated it's in your nature
Wanna be so close to you, your heart became my neighbor 


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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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