How Blacc Sam & Bino Rideaux Continued Nipsey Hussle’s Marathon With ‘Prolific’: ‘His Music Is Timeless’
Recorded in 2017, Prolific arrived on Friday (Aug. 14), with appearances from Cardi B, Ty Dolla $ign, Leon Thomas and more big names.
Nipsey Hussle's legacy lives on through his posthumous collaboration album, Prolific, with fellow South Central rapper Bino Rideaux and his older brother and business partner, Blacc Sam. The trio, along with 25 other artists, paid tribute to Hussle during their NYC press run for the album. Sam, reflecting on Hussle's impact, stated, "The highest human act is to inspire."
Hussle mentored a young Bino, inviting him to the studio in the mid-2010s, sparking a creative partnership that resulted in Prolific. Recorded over three months at NoName Studios in Los Angeles, the album showcases Hussle's vulnerability and experimental side, as well as Bino's smoky melodies. The production, featuring artists like Mike & Keys, MYGUYMARS, and AXL Folie, blends Caribbean rhythms with trappy beats, creating a timeless sound.
Songs like "I Just Wanna Know" feature collaborations with rising stars Cardi B and Ty Dolla $ign, demonstrating Hussle's foresight in recognizing talent. The album stands as a testament to Hussle's mission of inspiring others, continuing his influence even after his untimely passing.
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