Welcome to TWIB’s Weekly Top 10 Videos. This is a segment where we look at some exceptional visuals from various acts around the globe. The music video format has been around for decades, through the 90s and 2000s, it has taken flight from multi-million budget music videos, to mid to low-budget videos with exceptional features. 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, to animated to DIY and first and foremost, the most creative visuals we can source.

Read on the previous editions HERE.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Emerald Sun – “Heart Beat”

Emerging rapper/songwriter Emerald Sun shares the visuals for his song “Heart Beat.” The upbeat and aspirational tune sees the rapper reminding us to appreciate the little things life gives us, from the heartwarming love from our community to life itself.

 

DatKid Smoove x Gwapo x Br3ndo x Yamz x Pacifikillaz – “Paré Cypher 8” – Gawpo, Br3ndo, Yamz, Pacifikillaz, DatKid Smoove, Gderty

“Paré Cypher 8” is a rap project that brings together Gorillapino Pare’s from the I.E – LA and the Bay Area to showcase their lyrical prowess over a pounding cinematic soundscape. The cypher features DatKid Smoove, Gwapo , Br3ndo, Yamz , Gderty, and Pacifikillaz and was shot in San Jose CA.

WhyDee – “Jack In The Box”.

Rising UK rapper WhyDee drops the visuals for his playful single “Jack In The Box”. The visual follows him around different spots in his stomping grounds and navigating the complexities of the modern dating scene.

 

 

 

Symba J – “I’m Yours”.

 

Singer/songwriter Symba J unveils the visuals for his heartfelt single “I’m Yours.” The track sees him reassuring his partner that he will always be there for them. Over the mellow and soulful soundscape, he delivers adulation-filled bars laced with rich melodies. The visuals are quite engaging too and use engaging motifs and storyboarding to underscore the blossoming love between two individuals.

 

Eric Bellinger – “Feelings Never Die”.

 

Singer/songwriter Eric Bellinger drops the visuals for his afrobeats/R&B-infused single “Feelings Never Die.” The track reflects on the concept of feelings and how deep they can get and they never really die. Over a mellow and warm pad-infused afrobeats groove and R&B textures, he shares his feelings for that special someone. The visual uses cinematic elements to punctuate the theme of eternal feelings and follows Eric Bellinger as he basks in the arms of his leading lady.

 

 

 

 

Dave East x AraabMuzik – “Percocet”

araabMUZIK and Dave East  are currently working on a joint album and they deliver the first set of visuals for the song “Percocet.” The dark cinematic track crafted by araabMUZIK hits the mark and sets the tone as Dave East proceeds to show us what he is made up of. The visual blends performance shots around NY and it’s a superb outing for the natives who stay representing their hometown.

Produced in its entirety by araabMUZIK, Living Proof, will be released on 11.15.24.

 

Consequence ft Chuck D – “What Has America Done”

 

Veteran rapper/songwriter Consequence teams up with the legendary Chuck D for this thought-provoking and reflective tune titled “What Has America Done.” The song comes on the heels of the recent USA Presidential election and addresses the current state of affairs as regards POC and minorities. Consequence digs deep into the topic reminding audiences of the trials and tribulations of African American in a nation built on tears, blood and sweat. The visual is harrowing as well and the use of figurative set pieces and motifs adds gut-wrenching impact to the insightful lyrics from Consequence.

“What Has America Done” will be included in the deluxe edition of Nice Doing Business With You (which will include seven new tracks) which will be released on 11.22.24. The deluxe version features appearances from Con’s frequent collaborator Kanye West (who guests on “No Apologies,” and produces “Bloodstain”), Chris Rock, YNW Melly, Tony Williams and Con’s son Caiden The Crownholder. Consequence also produced the bulk of Nice Doing Business With You.

 

Dax – “Soldier”.

Hardworking singer/songwriter Dax continues his socially conscious themed songs with the latest being “Soldier.” As the title suggests, it talks about the military-industrial complex and the foot soldiers who are used as cannon fodder in the wars between countries. From the death, PTSD, underhanded policies and broken lives, Dax looks at the dynamics of war and the lives that are sacrificed along the way. The visual is highly cinematic and reconstructs spine chilling war scenes filled with blood and gore.

 

 

 

Yung Dub D – “Know What You Want”

Rising artist Yung Dub D shares with us his new video “Know What You Want.” The solemn piano-driven track is underpinned by his playful melodic drawl and bravado lyrics. The visual is well-crafted and uses performance shots with shots in different spots.

 

 

 

Prezence x 33 – “Taxation is Theft”.

 

Multi-faceted singer/songwriter Prezence teams up with 33 for this thought-provoking and enlightening track “Taxation is Theft.” As the title suggests, it dives into the taxation system enforced on citizens by the government and the burden it places on lives. The lyrics are quite insightful and give a different perspective on how one should be able to live their life without undue and mounting financial pressure indirectly caused by underhanded policies. The main takeaway is Prezence has pledged not to contribute to the ongoing war in Gaza, NATO-backed Ukrainian proxy war against Russia, and other black ops around the world with his hard-earned money.