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WE ARE BACK!!! Join us as we review the new Kendrick Lamar album "Mr. Morale & the Big Steppers" disc TWO! We are breaking down each song, starting with the first nine songs and unpacking this album shaped as a therapy session. So if you haven't already play the album before or after and join the conversation as we delve into the creative mind of Kendrick Lamar and this phenomenal project. You can also watch this episode on Youtube.com by searching Music IV Breakfast!

WE ARE BACK!!! Join us as we review the new Kendrick Lamar album "Mr. Morale & the Big Steppers" disc one. We are breaking down each song, starting with the first nine songs and unpacking this album shaped as a therapy session. So if you haven't already play the album before or after and join the conversation as we delve into the creative mind of Kendrick Lamar and this phenomenal project. You can also watch this episode on Youtube.com by searching Music IV Breakfast. YouTube link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6FfUSU5_Do8

Have you seen the new Netflix original series "Squid Games"? Well it's about Hundreds of cash-strapped contestants who accept an invitation to compete in children's games for a tempting prize, but the stakes are deadly. Well since Halloween is around the corner Jay Manning had an idea that MusicIVBreakfast reenact our very own Squid Games but instead we call it the Rap Games. Where those who accept the invitation to compete in black childhood games for a prize. In this episode we lay out the plan and for the next episode we will provide a visual on our YouTube channel @musicivbreakfast. So tune in & leave your suggestions or any ideas you think we should include in the comment section. Happy Halloween from Music IV Breakfast!

On the road to Halloween, today on Music IV Breakfast we are talking about some scary things happening in Hip-Hop. Like, Lil Durk's Top Rappers of All Time list, BET Awards and the reboot of Rap City. Change can sometimes feel scary and as Hip-Hop grows younger the future seems unclear on where we will be. Given all the current events listed above and in the age of social media, fear is real out here. We're unpacking it all, this is "Scary Hours" on MusicIVBreakfast.

The gauntlet has been thrown in the request made by Jermaine Dupri, who wants to challenge P. Diddy in a Verzuz Battle. All eyes are now on P. Diddy who tweeted to JD "your arms too short to box with God", & that he would like to battle Dr. Dre instead. But, Jermaine Dupri says he will not take no for an answer & says he will continue to bother Diddy until his challenge is accepted. On this episode of Music IV Breakfast we are unpacking this request made by JD & giving our opinion on the potential Verzuz battle. Be sure to weigh in on the conversation, by heading on over to our YouTube channel & leaving your comments!

On this special edition of MusicIVBreakfast we are dissecting the latest album releases from Drake, Certified Lover Boy and Kanye West's Donda. We will be unfolding the on going beef between the two rappers, talking album sales, chart status & breaking down lyrics on both sides. Upon the release of both albums: Certified Lover Boy & Donda, the most anticipated artists of 2021 have made their mark once again & we're talking Certified Donda on Music IV Breakfast!

What is the difference between cocky and confident? Is there even a difference? After Olympic tracK star, Sha'Carri Richardson made her comments regarding her recent race, a lot of people have been questioning whether she was being too arrogant. Here, at Music IV Breakfast, we will be addressing all the outspoken celebrities who have been misconstrued as cocky. It will be on the listeners to decide! We will also be providing you a confident vs cocky playlist with 5 old school songs vs 5 new school songs all about the hype! Also, Kia got the Hot Plate packed & ready with: OnlyFans blaming the banks for their porn ban, updates on the R. Kelly trial and Busta Rhymes & his views on COVID 19. Tay will be breaking down the lyrics to Kool Moe Dee's "I Go To Work"on the Bar Breakdown. Tay will also be covering the latest in sports on the Huddle House. The Health Inspection will contain the breaking news regarding COVID vaccines, politics and happenings in other countries. Lastly, you know we have to say Grace! Each & every episode we close in good faith, on our segment Who's Got Grace! Being cocky or confident is all a reflection of how you view yourself, so BIG YOURSELF UP; and in the words of the great Muhammad Ali, "It's hard to be humble, when you're as great as I am," so be great and press play on the latest episode of Music IVB Breakfast!

We are back AGAIN with another installment to the Hip-Hop Beginnings series, this time on the West Coast! On this part 2, today’s top 5 v 5 playlist we celebrate with songs from the beginning of hip-hop on the West Coast! Kia will be breaking down some facts on the essence of hip-hop out on the west. Also, Kia got the Hot Plate packed & ready: she will be discussing Kanye West living out of the Mercedes Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Dababy is getting destroyed by the LGBT community for his homophobic statements and Boosie Badazz Calls Out the Head of Instagram. On the Daily Bread Jay Manning will be covering 17-year-old High School basketball player Mikey Williams and breaking down the lyrics to Ice-T’s classic “Six In The Morning" on the Bar Breakdown. Jay Manning will also be covering the latest in sports on the Huddle House. The Health Inspection will contain the breaking news regarding COVID vaccines and politics. Lastly, you know we have to say Grace! Each & every episode we close in good faith, on our segment Who's Got Grace! It's all about the history of hip-hop & how they did it on the west coast! So grab your dancing shoes & catch these synthesized vibes with us on the latest episode of Music IV Breakfast!

It's Octavia's Birthdayyyyy!!! You already know Music IV Breakfast is celebrating with a fun filled show! On this episode we have a battle going on Kia "KC" Carter VS J. Manning on "Who Can Guess That Sample". Octavia will be hand picking a select few of songs while Kia & J. try and guess where each song derived from. Also, Kia "KC" has your hot news following LeBron James, Richard Sherman, Kevin Hart & much more on the Hot Plate(10:00), J Manning has the latest on Master P Empire on the Daily Bread(7:08) & a special requested Bar Breakdown(25:58) for Octavia's birthday. Lastly, you know we have to say Grace! Each & every episode we close in good faith, on our segment Who's Got Grace(38:57). Music IV Breakfast want to say HAPPY BIRTHDAY OCTAVIA!!! Be sure to tap in & celebrate with us on the latest episode of Music IV Breakfast!

Happy Black Music Month! We know we know Black Music Month was set in June but we will celebrate whenever we please! So, in honor of the celebration, we are discussing the origins of Hip-Hop. Now, don't worry if we don't cover it all on today's episode; there is definitely a part 2 coming up! On today’s top 5 vs 5 playlist we celebrate Hip-Hop from the beginning into today & Kia will be breaking down some facts on the essence of Hip-Hop. Jay Manning will be breaking down the lyrics to Dead Prez's "Hell Yeah Remix" on the Bar Breakdown and on the Daily Bread, he will be covering Tobe Nwigwe’s ‘Base: Line’ playlist. Kia will cover Bill Cosby who has been released from jail, DMX's latest movie appearance, and Kim Kardashian's team up with the Olympics on the Hot Plate! Jay Manning will also be covering the latest in sports on the Huddle House. The Health Inspection will contain the breaking news regarding COVID vaccines and politics. On the Special Delivery, we will be talking all about the latest Bow Wow and Soulja Boy Verzuz and the BET Awards. Lastly, you know we have to say Grace! Each & every episode we close in good faith, on our segment Who's Got Grace. It's Black Music Month so let's hop in a learn about the history of our beloved hip hop on the latest episode of Music IV Breakfast!

Happy Summer, y'all! It's been a hard couple of years getting back to "normal" after living through a global pandemic and quarantine, but we can finally breathe a little (with a mask). We have finally reached the beginning of summer and in today's episode, we will be hitting you with some summertime favorites! On today’s top 5 v 5 playlist we will be highlighting songs from some of our summertime favorites! Jay Manning will be breaking down the lyrics to DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince's song, "Summertime" on the Bar Breakdown and on the Daily Bread, he will be covering Gabrielle Union & DeWayne Wade's new skincare line for kids of color. Kia will cover Rick Ross launching an extension to his Wing Stop franchise, Porn Hub gets sued for leaking nudes, and Vanessa Bryant finally settles her lawsuit all coming up on the Hot Plate! Jay Manning will also be covering the latest in sports on the Huddle House. The Health Inspection will contain the breaking news regarding COVID vaccines and politics. Lastly, we will be sending our prayers on Who Got Grace! Welcome back to the NORMAL WORLD!!! Have fun this summer, y'all, and press on the latest episode of Music IV Breakfast!

Happy Father's Day to all those amazing dads's out there! On today's episode of Music IV Breakfast, we are celebrating YOU! We will be providing a Top 5 old school vs new school playlist of music dedicated to the love and dedication you give as a father. Jay Manning will be breaking down the lyrics to Kendrick Lamar's "Mortal Man" on the Bar Breakdown(36:57) and on the Daily Bread(15:17), he will be covering Master P's latest food endeavor. Kia will cover Lena Waithe's partnership with Def Jam, The Migos are set to executive produce a new YouTube Series, “Gorilla Glue Girl” Launches Haircare Line, and rapper Blueface Opens A Soul Food Restaurant on the Hot Plate(16:59)! Jay Manning will also be covering the latest in sports on the Huddle House(22:43). The Health Inspection(24:07) will contain the breaking news regarding COVID vaccines and politics. Lastly, you know we have to say Grace! Each & every episode we close in good faith on our segment Who's Got Grace(46:01). A father's love is a love unmatched and we are celebrating YOU today on the latest episode of Music IV Breakfast!