R&B/Hip-Hop Fresh Picks of the Week: Giveon, TA Thomas, Jordan Hawkins & More

Discover fresh R&B/hip-hop tracks from up-and-coming artists like Rory and Nueve Lio, featured in Billboard’s latest Fresh Picks. This week’s highlight includes The Weeknd’s album “Hurry Up Tomorrow” topping the Billboard 200, marking his most successful debut yet with 490,500 units sold.

Billboard’s Fresh Picks showcases exciting new collaborations and solo efforts across the R&B and hip-hop genres. Notable tracks include Tyga and Shenseea’s “Magnetic,” which delves into the complexities of a tumultuous relationship through its dynamic blend of lyrics and Caribbean dancehall vibes. The song vividly portrays the intense emotional interplay between attraction and doubt within a relationship.

Rory’s new single features a melancholic piano backdrop against which the lyrics poetically unravel the transformation of a relationship, reflecting the artist’s introspective and emotive style. Meanwhile, Jordan Hawkins’ “Emotions” bursts with raw energy and a mix of rock and R&B elements, signaling his return after a hiatus with a powerful vocal delivery.

GIVĒON makes a poignant comeback with “Twenties,” a soul-stirring track about love and the lessons learned from a relationship that ended prematurely. The song touches on the regret of misplaced priorities during the formative years of young adulthood.

TA Thomas introduces “Preach,” a track from his upcoming Southern Soul EP. The song, enriched with religious metaphors, expresses deep admiration for a significant other, blending classic R&B with contemporary production.

Finally, Nueve Lio teams up with Karri for a laid-back track celebrating the influential women in their lives, focusing on meaningful experiences over material gifts, highlighting the evolving nature of R&B.

These picks provide a glimpse into the latest trends and emotional depth found in today’s R&B and hip-hop scenes. Check out Billboard’s Spotify playlist to experience these tracks firsthand.