THE WEEKLY TOP 10 VIDEOS [EPISODE 140]

Welcome to TWIB’s Weekly Top 10 Videos. This segment looks at exceptional visuals from various acts around the globe. The music video format has been around for decades, from the 90s and 2000s, and has shifted from multi-million-dollar-budget music videos to mid- to low-budget videos with exceptional production values. In this section, we will not discriminate but highlight some creative visuals that pop up on our radar.

Again, we promise to bring you the best from high to low budget, from animated to DIY and first and foremost, the most creative visuals we can source.

Read the previous editions HERE.

Király Viktor – “Sorry Not Sorry”

Singer/songwriter Viktor Kiraly enters this week’s video playlist with “Sorry Not Sorry,” a heartfelt tribute to that special someone who fits his life like the missing piece of a puzzle. Filled with adoration and reverence, Kiraly pours his heart on wax as he croons with raw intensity over a soothing, breezy backdrop. The visual feels like a celebration, and we see the singer with the band and a host of friends enjoying their lives.

LADIPOE & PA SALIEU – “NO LEVEL”

Nigerian rapper Ladipoe recently put out his new album, Revival, and now he returns with the visuals for the song “No Level.” The track anchors on Ladipoe’s growth as a man and artist who has eclipsed his peers and is always on a new trajectory. Against a cinematic backdrop with downtempo drums and moody textures, Ladipoe stands on business with raw, confident lyricism and a mantra-like hook that solidifies his OG status. he is joined by British /Gambian rapper Pa Salieu, who peppers the track with a solid verse. The visual is dark, moody and evokes urgency in many ways as we see Ladipoe in his element throughout the shot.

VIB – “Riding Solo”.

UK-based singer/songwriter VIB shares visuals for his track “Riding Solo,” a seductive modern R&B/hip-hop infused track that highlights his vocal dexterity and knack for penning catchy hooks. The production is crisp and punchy, and VIB’s smooth melodic runs cascade the beat with raw intensity as he croons words to his lover affirmatively.  The visual style is performative and shot on location in Lombok, Indonesia. The beautiful natural landscapes are used as perfect set pieces, with VIB and his leading lady as main characters floating through the scenes.

VIB balances his life as a fully qualified doctor simultaneously with being a recording artist.

38 SPESH- “FOOLS MATE” 

As the ongoing rap beef continues, 38 Spesh throws in his haymaker with the new track “Fools Mate” as a response to Jada and Fat Joe. Against AraabMuzik‘s anthemic backdrop, the emcee takes everyone to task and throws in not-so-subtle jabs while asking soul-stirring questions that might ruffle a lot of feathers. As usual, he doesn’t hold back and makes it as direct as possible to avoid confusion. The visual captures 38 Spesh in his stomping grounds with his crew and also includes a hilarious reenactment of some incidents involving his opposition.

Tan Brown – “Connect”.

NY-born, Germany-based singer/songwriter Tan Brown takes dating to the digital level with their latest single “Connect.” Backed by producer ATELLER‘s Eurocentric 2-step-infused R&B soundscape, Brown takes listeners on a sensual journey filled with vivid intensity and heartfelt sincerity.  The visual style blends performance shots with engaging storytelling that punctuates the lyrics.

Memphis Bleek, Cool & Dre – No More 

Memphis Bleek connects with Cool & Dre on his new single “No More.” The track continues Bleek’s legacy as an elder statesman, and with his recent podcast taking off, he returns to his first love to show fans that he still got the rapping chops. The production by Cool & Dre is bouncy and cinematic, but strays from what we usually expect; regardless, it’s well crafted, and Bleek flows with an effortless energy as he flexes on the opposition and reminds them of his pedigree in the game. The visual highlights his live performances, with the latest being on stage with Jay Z at his “JAŸ-Z 30” concert, as well as shots of Bleek in his element as he continues to rep for the Roc.

NEMS x RON BROWZ – “FIRST48”

NEMS unleashes an onslaught of verbal blitzkrieg on his new single “FIRST48”  produced by the one and only RON BROWZ. Against the sparse, drum groove-driven and frenzied backdrop, NEMS goes for the jugular with his off-kilter and graphic lyrical style. The visual style highlights the NY cityscape, capturing NEMS in his habitat as he runs through the opposition like a wild beast.

M Huncho – COWARDLY LION – A COLORS SHOW”

North West London Trapwave pioneer M Huncho brings his unique style to the COLOURS show as he performs his song “Cowardly Lion”, taken from his recently released album, The Wizard. The track, produced by longtime collaborator Quincy Tell Em, is a piano-driven piece that evokes emotions and is perfect for M Huncho’s profound songwriting that explores vulnerability, inner strength and the power of perseverance. He doesn’t mince his words a she dives into real-time issues from ongoing conflicts in Palestine and Sudan and the state of the modern world.

Naya Yeira – “raffle ticket”

Singer-songwriter Naya Yeira enters this week’s playlist with their latest release “raffle ticket,” an alternative R&B piece that explores soul-searching in unknown territory as self-doubt clouds one’s mind. The production has an ethereal and atmospheric feel that blends perfectly with Yeira’s sultry and lilting vocal style. Lyrically, she takes listeners on an emotional rollercoaster filled with twists and turns while the track explodes with emotional tensions and a much-needed relief as it progresses. The visual style was crafted by director Claudia O. Sala and her team, whose effort highlights the emotional build-up in the song and a storyboarding that seamlessly flows from scene to scene with recurring motifs that draw you in from start to finish.

Inspectah Deck “Day In The Life”

The legendary Inspectah Deck returns with the visuals for the single “Day In The Life” lifted from his forthcoming solo album, Dragons Breath, which will be released on 8.7.26. The track is a return to form for the lyrical elder statesman whose pen game has broken ground since his emergence with the Wu Tang Clan.  Against a sublime vocal sample loop with lush pads and punchy drums, the emcee takes listeners on a journey filled with colourful characters and set in gritty city streets. The accompanying visual stays close to the track’s feel and uses engaging storyboarding alongside performance shots of the Rebel INS.

It is also announced that after Deck drops his album, a new Czarface project Czarface Meets Frankie Pulitzer, will follow suit. The long-running “Czarface Meets…” collaboration series will feature a familiar face whose Hollywood legacy has been cemented. Also beginning on 7.28.26, Deck will reunite with Wu-Tang Clan for the remaining dates of crews The Final Chamber tour.   All of this culminates and leads directly into one of the biggest moments of the Clan’s career: their induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, set for 11.14.26 at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, as part of the Hall’s 2026 class.

Rakim, Kurupt, and Masta Killa – “A Different Kind”

“A Different Kind” is a heavy collaboration from rap icons Rakim, Kurupt, and Masta Killa, and sets the stage for the trio’s forthcoming collaborative album The Godbody, which will be released on 9.18.26. The track finds Rakim in his element as he flows effortlessly over an anthemic horn-driven beat threaded by vocal scratches. The visual continues the legacy with a focus on Rakim’s status as an OG.

Signed XO – “Pretty Girls And Big Boats”

P.G County, Maryland native, Signed XO drops visuals for “Pretty Girls And Big Boats,” a celebratory track that highlights his exotic and lavish lifestyle. Over a bouncy backdrop, he steps into the forefront with expressive flows while flexing on the haters who sit on the bleachers. The visuals were shot on location on an exotic boat with his friends as they take time to enjoy the fruits of their labour.

Silent Funk +1 -“Say Less”

Silent Funk +1 return to our site with their new single “Say Less,” a bouncy culture-progressive track that hilariously explores the incorrect usage of the term “Say Less.” The production by Silent Someone has a bright and scenic feel that helps set the stage for emcee Rhinoceros Funk‘s no holds-barred story telling and unhinged verbal call-out. The track is rounded up by DJ JS-1, who injects his turntablism expertise to ramp up the energy of the track.

“Say Less” appears on the forthcoming Silent Funk +1 LP U Ain’t Special (to be released in vinyl and digital format).

 K-Trap – “Can’t Relate”.

As K-Trap prepares for his new album, Trapo II, he comes through with a hard-hitting single “Can’t Relate.” The trap anthem finds the rapper in his element as he breaks down his successes and how far removed he is from some low-level conversations. The visual style amps up the sentiment as we get to view K-Trap’s latest purchases, ranging from top-of-the-line jewellery to other things.

Vera F Kennedy – “Nightmare Flows”

This week’s visual closes out with Vera F Kennedy‘s  “Nightmare Flows,” a hard-hitting piece that takes listeners on a nightmarish journey filled with pop culture references that goes from A to Z. Against a broding piano-driven production, the emcee delivers an engaging story filled with gore, horror, and suspense. The visual, directed by Ray X- Ray Martinez and Vera F Kennedy, taps into the lyrics and brings every reference to life, with each scene flowing seamlessly into the other.