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🎧 Music conversations, album reviews, hip-hop culture & interviews with rising artists. WeTalkMusic (WeTM) is where music lovers tap in for real conversations about the music, artists, and culture shaping the sound right now. From hot topics and album reviews to debates with friends and sit-down interviews with emerging talent, WeTM is built for people who love discovering music and talking about it. 🎤 Artist interviews 💿 Album reviews 🗣️ Hip-hop & R&B conversations 🔥 Music culture, hot takes & real opinions 🌎 From Houston to the world Tap in & subscribe for new conversations, reviews

Episodes

  1. 7h ago

    Boosie vs. Wayne, Wale’s Career & Who’s Really the GOAT? | WeTM

    Could Boosie beat Lil Wayne in a Verzuz—and would the answer change in Baton Rouge versus New Orleans? Plus, who’s the greatest rapper when popularity, influence, and commercial success don’t count?On this episode of WeTM — WeTalkMusic, we debate catalog depth, crowd control, and whether a 10-song battle gives Boosie a different chance than a full 20 rounds. From “Wipe Me Down” to “Lollipop,” we get into which records would actually move the room—and how mixtape Wayne fits into the matchup.We also ask whether practice can turn anyone into a good rapper, how much image matters, and what Cardi B and J. Cole reveal about artist branding. The conversation moves into Cole’s Big 3 spot, Future’s case, and why Wale’s talent hasn’t always translated into the recognition we think he deserves.Then we imagine a Jay-Z Super Bowl halftime show: the songs, the guests, and whether Beyoncé would be part of it. This segment discusses rumors and a hypothetical performance, not a confirmed booking.We close with breakout-artist picks and listener questions: what music would you play for an alien who’s never heard a song, and who’s the greatest rapper based strictly on musical ability?IN THIS EPISODE:• Can consistency and coaching make anyone a good rapper?• Talent, image, marketing, and star power• J. Cole, Future, and the Big 3 debate• Wale, Meek Mill, and fitting into MMG• Imagining Jay-Z’s ideal halftime set• Boosie vs. Lil Wayne: 10 songs, 20 songs, and home-crowd advantage• Emerging artists and our rookie-of-the-year conversation• Introducing an alien to music• The GOAT debate without fame or commercial success• Sleeper picks and artists worth checking outWho wins Boosie vs. Wayne—and does your answer change depending on the crowd? Drop your score in the comments.Have a music question for us? Send it through Instagram DMs. Your topic could make the next episode.Subscribe, like the video, and share it with a friend who loves debating music.⬇️For more content from WeTM ⬇️Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wetalkmusic2/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wetalkmusic2Linktree: https://linktr.ee/WeTMWeTM — WeTalkMusicFrom One Music Lover to Another.#WeTalkMusic #HipHopPodcast #VerzuzCHAPTERS:00:00 Intro05:03 Talent, Image & What Makes a Star11:42 J. Cole, Future & the Big 314:30 Wale, Recognition & Finding His Lane21:20 Imagining a Jay-Z Super Bowl Halftime Show31:06 Boosie vs. Lil Wayne: Who Wins a Verzuz?42:43 Breakout Artists & Hip-Hop’s Next Wave52:00 What Music Would You Play for Aliens?55:50 The Greatest Rapper on Musical Ability Alone01:03:03 Sleeper Picks

  2. Oct 22

    J. Cole OUT of the Big 3? Future, Ye, Lil Baby & Women in Rap | WeTM

    Is J. Cole really still part of hip-hop’s Big 3 — or has Future done enough to take his spot?On this episode of WeTM, JB, DeWayne and Chemdawg get into career peaks, artist evolution, influence, classic albums and what really separates a good career from a legendary one.We start with Rod Wave and whether being one-dimensional is actually a problem, then get into Lil Wayne, Kanye West, Quavo and Migos, why experimenting can backfire, and which era of Ye was the best.Then the debate gets serious:- Is J. Cole really Big 3?- Should Future replace Cole?- How many great albums does it take to become a legend?- Have Lil Baby, 21 Savage and Key Glock already reached their peaks?- One Has to Go: Gucci, T.I. or Jeezy- Can lyrical women rappers become true superstars?- Cardi B vs. Nicki Minaj- Does supporting Tory Lanez mean choosing a side?- Is using AI as a ghostwriter any different from having a real writer?We also talk Meek Mill, Lil Durk, Moneybagg Yo, NoCap, Rylo Rodriguez, Veeze, Lil Yachty, dream collab albums, Dej Loaf, Young M.A, Megan Thee Stallion, Latto, GloRilla and more.Sleeper of the Week: OVRKAST⬇️For more content from WeTM ⬇️Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wetalkmusic2/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wetalkmusic2Linktree: https://linktr.ee/WeTM00:00 Intro + Rod Wave & Artist Evolution05:30 Kanye, Quavo & the Migos Legacy07:45 Is J. Cole Really Big 3?14:20 Our Personal Big 321:15 What Makes a Rap Legend?24:45 Lil Baby & Career Peaks27:25 One Has to Go: Rap Edition33:03 Lil Baby, 21 Savage & Key Glock40:45 Music Habits + NoCap, Rylo & Veeze50:30 Women in Rap + Cardi vs. Nicki1:06:52 Tory Lanez & Choosing Sides1:13:38 AI, Ghostwriters & the Future of Music1:19:58 Sleeper of the Week: OVRKAST

  3. Sep 25

    Who’s Overrated, Who’s Underrated & Who’s on Your Dream Concert Lineup? | WeTM

    Is Playboi Carti overrated—or are some listeners missing the appeal? And can a Drake feature still change an artist’s career?JB sits down with Chemdawg and Charles for another episode of WeTM — WeTalkMusic, debating who deserves the hype, who deserves more respect, and what artists need to turn a big opportunity into a lasting career.We revisit the $500K-or-dinner-with-Jay-Z question, break down Loe Shimmy’s music and momentum, and discuss underrated artists like Kodak Black, Meek Mill, CyHi, Deante’ Hitchcock, Smino, and Wale. We also get into J. Cole, how rap beef affects our listening habits, and whether being a fan makes it harder to criticize the music.Then we build our dream concert lineups, debate Her Loss versus Watch the Throne, pitch collaborations we want to hear, and ask: would you rather be rich and hated or respected and well-off?Plus, THANK YOU for helping us reach 1,000 subscribers! We appreciate everyone watching, commenting, sharing, and building this community with us.IN THIS EPISODE:• $500K or dinner with Jay-Z—and what would you do with the connection?• Playboi Carti, rage music, and the power of aura• Loe Shimmy and turning a Drake feature into momentum• Underrated artists, Meek Mill, and Wale’s place in hip-hop• J. Cole and the impact of the Drake–Kendrick Lamar beef• Our dream concert lineups and collaboration albums• The Drake stimulus: opportunity versus staying power• Success, money, and respect in musicCHAPTERS:00:00 Intro01:40 $500K or Dinner With Jay-Z?08:43 Who’s Overrated? 19:34 Who’s Underrated?23:25 Does Rap Beef Change Who You Listen To?25:55 Why Isn’t Wale Bigger? J. Cole?37:00 Dream Concert Lineups53:14 Who Built the Best Concert?55:00 Best Collab Albums & Dream Pairings59:00 Is the Drake Stimulus Still Alive?01:06:58 Rich & Hated or Respected & Well-Off?Who’s ONE artist you think is overrated and ONE who deserves more respect? Drop your picks below—and tell us who built the best concert lineup: JB, Charles, or Chemdawg.Subscribe, like the video, and share it with a friend who loves debating music.Follow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/wetalkinmusic2/WeTM — WeTalkMusicFrom One Music Lover to Another.#WeTalkMusic #HipHopPodcast #MusicDiscussion

  4. Sep 10

    The State of HipHop | Street Rap, Memphis & FOMO | WeTalkMusic

    Is Drake doing too much with FOMO, or are we about to witness another legendary run? The WeTM crew debates Drake’s next era, whether Atlanta still runs rap, Pooh Shiesty’s new album, the future of street rap and much more.We also break down what makes listeners care about a new artist, why aura and visuals matter, the oversaturation of music, The Game’s latest album, the best album trilogies, Houston’s sound and the search for the official song of the summer.What do you want from Drake on FOMO: tough-guy Drake or fun, melodic, player Drake? Let us know in the comments.00:00 Intro02:50 Production vs. Lyrics vs. Vocal Performance08:20 Does Atlanta Still Run Rap?11:22 What Makes People Listen to a New Artist?16:20 The Game’s New Album and Kendrick Lamar22:06 Who Has the Best Album Trilogy?23:23 Is Drake Doing Too Much With FOMO?31:06 Has Anyone Had a Run Like Drake Since MJ?36:15 Baby Keem and Houston’s Biggest Stars39:15 Pooh Shiesty and the Memphis Rap Scene46:43 How Long Will Street Rap Last?53:37 Song of the Summer57:45 Sleepers of the Week⬇️For more content from WeTM ⬇️Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wetalkmusic2/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wetalkmusic2Linktree: https://linktr.ee/WeTM

  5. Aug 31

    We Drafted the Best Rap Teams: Drake, Kendrick, Kanye + Hook Mount Rushmore | WeTM

    Drake, Kendrick Lamar and Kanye West go first overall — but who actually drafted the BEST rap team?On this episode of JB & Friends, we put together our ultimate rapper rosters, draft producers to coach each team, and debate which lineup is walking away with the win.The draft gets interesting fast: Kendrick Lamar, Drake, Kanye West, J. Cole, Jay-Z, Baby Keem, Future, Larry June, Key Glock, Lil Wayne, Gunna, Don Toliver, Travis Scott, Rylo Rodriguez and Curren$y all come off the board — while Tyler, The Creator somehow goes undrafted.Then we build our Hook Mount Rushmore and debate Ty Dolla $ign, Drake, Future, Don Toliver, Brent Faiyaz, T-Pain, Akon, Nate Dogg, Kanye West and Jamie Foxx.We also get into:• YG vs. The Game VERZUZ — who had the better songs and performance?• Whether Drake needs to be an activist to be relatable• Whether Jay-Z could actually be gearing up for another album• The artists we somehow left out of our rap draft• Why T-Pain may be the GOAT hook maker• Whether hooks matter as much in today's music• Why music doesn't seem to stick like it used to• The last truly no-skip albums we've heard• Why today's DJs keep playing the same records• Songs that need to be officially retired from the club• Which city has the worst DJsWho won the rap draft? Drop the winning team in the comments.Subscribe to We Talk Music for more music debates, album reviews, rankings and conversations made for music lovers.⬇️For more content from WeTM ⬇️Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wetalkmusic2/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wetalkmusic2Linktree: https://linktr.ee/WeTMFrom One Music Lover To Another.#HipHop #Rap #WeTalkMusic00:00 Intro2:20 YG vs. The Game VERZUZ10:38 Drake, Kendrick & the Big 3 Debate15:35 The Ultimate Rapper Draft21:45 Is Jay-Z still active?27:09 Future, Lil Wayne & the Rest of the Draft39:40 Draft Snubs + Producer Picks47:36 Hook Mount Rushmore54:48 T-Pain, Akon & the Greatest Hook Makers57:27 Why Music Doesn't Stick Like It Used To1:07:46 No-Skip Albums, Hits & Today's Music Industry1:18:30 Club DJs, Overplayed Songs & the Worst DJ Cities

  6. Aug 25

    Who Belongs in the R&B Royal Family? Who Deserves the Crown?

    Who is the King of R&B—Usher, Chris Brown or somebody else? On this episode of WeTM: JB & Friends, JB, Charles and B Deaux build their R&B royal family and debate the King, Queen, Prince and Princess of R&B.The conversation starts with the best albums of 2026 so far, including projects from Tierra Whack, Baby Keem, J. Cole and Drake. The crew also debates whether Wale could beat J. Cole in a 10-song Verzuz and whether listeners still take enough time to revisit albums.Then the R&B debates begin:• Usher vs. Chris Brown for King of R&B• Whitney Houston, Mary J. Blige, Beyoncé, Alicia Keys and Mariah Carey for Queen• SZA, Coco Jones, Summer Walker, Ari Lennox and Tems for Princess• Brent Faiyaz, Giveon and Leon Thomas for Prince• Don Toliver vs. Travis Scott• Which current artists could eventually become all-time greats• The artists we wish could return and release more musicWatch through the end for our Sleepers of the Week.Who belongs in your R&B royal family? Comment your King, Queen, Prince and Princess below.Subscribe to WeTalkMusic for music debates, album reviews, artist conversations and recommendations from one music lover to another.⬇️For more content from WeTM ⬇️Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wetalkmusic2/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wetalkmusic2Linktree: https://linktr.ee/WeTM00:00 Intro 05:01 J. Cole, Wale and New Music09:22 Building the R&B Royal Family13:38 Usher vs. Chris Brown17:47 The Queen and Princess of R&B27:57 The Prince of R&B Debate33:43 Frank Ocean, Don Toliver and Travis Scott40:35 Future GOATs and All-Time Discographies49:10 Music Legends and Artists We Miss1:03:03 Sleepers of the Week

  7. Aug 10

    Drake’s Best Albums, Best Duos & Legacy Debate | WeTalkMusic

    Drake’s discography always starts a debate, so JB and Charles sat down to rank their favorite Drake albums and talk through where projects like Take Care, Views, Nothing Was the Same, Certified Lover Boy, So Far Gone, If You’re Reading This It’s Too Late, Scorpion, Thank Me Later, and more belong in the conversation.Before the ranking, we opened with a music “This or That” segment featuring matchups like Jhené Aiko vs Ciara, PND vs The Weeknd, Frank Ocean vs Daniel Caesar, H.E.R. vs SZA, Chris Brown vs Usher, and more.We also revisited the last episode’s Drake debate, Charles walked back some of the Drake hate, and we discussed LeBron’s role in the Drake/Kendrick moment, Drake’s legacy, whether records are meant to be broken, Drake’s best duo partner, Rick Ross, discography wars, Kanye vs Drake in a Verzuz-style matchup, recency bias, legacy bias, and why nothing feels sacred in music conversations anymore.Drop your top 5 Drake albums in the comments.Subscribe to WeTalkMusic / WeTM for music conversations, album reviews, reactions, hip-hop culture topics, and artist interviews ⬇️⬇️⬇️Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wetalkmusic2/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wetalkmusic2Linktree: https://linktr.ee/WeTM00:00 Intro01:48 This or That: R&B Matchups11:27 Walking Back Drake Hate12:54 Drake, LeBron, Kendrick & Taking Sides16:15 Ranking Drake’s Albums (10 - 6)26:50 Best Drake Albums (5 - 1)36:58 Best Drake Intros 45:12 Drake Albums That Missed Top 1050:59 Drake’s Best Duo Partners1:00:01 Discography Wars1:17:51 Sleepers of the Week

  8. May 22

    Drake’s ICEMAN Review: Beef, Bars, Future Reunion & His Legacy

    Drake dropped three albums at midnight — ICEMAN, Habibti, and Maid of Honour — and the you know we had to talk about it.Season 2 starts with JBTheTruth, Charles, and J Shep breaking down Drake’s ICEMAN, whether he was right to address the Kendrick Lamar beef, if the album had too much diss energy, and whether this is one of Drake’s strongest lyrical projects in years.We also get into Drake’s relationship with LeBron, the Future reunion, whether Drake and Kendrick needed each other creatively, why so many people seem to want Drake to lose, and where his discography ranks against artists like Kendrick, Kanye, and Michael Jackson.Later in the episode, we talk about Giveon dropping the same day as Drake, whether there is too much music today, why artist development feels dead, and why modern artists have to become their own labels.From album debates to hip-hop culture, this is the official start of WeTalkMusic Season 2.⬇️For more content from WeTM ⬇️Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wetalkmusic2/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wetalkmusic2Linktree: https://linktr.ee/WeTM

    Drake’s ICEMAN Review: Beef, Bars, Future Reunion & His Legacy
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🎧 Music conversations, album reviews, hip-hop culture & interviews with rising artists. WeTalkMusic (WeTM) is where music lovers tap in for real conversations about the music, artists, and culture shaping the sound right now. From hot topics and album reviews to debates with friends and sit-down interviews with emerging talent, WeTM is built for people who love discovering music and talking about it. 🎤 Artist interviews 💿 Album reviews 🗣️ Hip-hop & R&B conversations 🔥 Music culture, hot takes & real opinions 🌎 From Houston to the world Tap in & subscribe for new conversations, reviews

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  • Creator
    WeTM
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    8
  • Rating
    Explicit
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