DaBaby Hangs On A Cross In Visual To "Tough Skin"

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The introspective track fins DaBaby detailing the circumstances from his youth that shaped him into the man that he is today.

Weeks ago, this track was teased and today (August 9), we've received DaBaby's "Tough Skin." The arrival of this single is fitting, considering the rapper's name is once again thrust into conversations regarding his relationship with DaniLeigh. Their conflict was played out for a global audience on Instagram Live, and later, DaBaby got into a physical altercation with DaniLeigh's brother.

The Def Jam singer recently visited Big Boy's Neighborhood where she spoke about her recently released EP My Side—a project that targeted the North Carolina artist. DaBaby also recently shot someone who trespassed onto his property, and his interrogation with police from a separate incident also made its way to the internet, causing a firestorm of responses.

With his name back in viral discussions, DaBaby returns with the official release of "Tough Skin," a track where he speaks about remaining resilient while detailing the circumstances that made him the way he is.

"Tough Skin" is expected to be included on DaBaby's forthcoming album. Stream the rapper's new single and let us know what you think.

Quotable Lyrics

It wasn't a plate on the table, we ain't have nothin' to eat, uh
Mama at her part-time job, when she get home, we gon' be sleep, yeah
Shit, I had to figure it out, that's probably what made me unique, Baby you, uh
If these n*ggas struggle like me, they'd prolly let me be, uh
But I got tough skin, I thought n*ggas already knew that (Let's go)
I always been a nappy-head n*gga from the bottom
That's why I don't be rockin' no durag (Yeah) 


About The Author
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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