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There’s plenty of new music to sift through. How do you know what is good or bad? Well, that’s where we come in.

Aside from a busy week of interesting news, there’s always a plethora of dope music that drops. Sometimes it’s out of nowhere, and sometimes it is promoted and released right when we expect it. As rap heads, we are all for it and love to talk about the new ish that comes out. In an attempt to keep you up to date with everything, we are going to round up our favorite tracks that we’ve been bumping in the offices. Click through for the best songs of the week.

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Young Thug Featuring Lil Wayne, "Take Kare"

Young Thug has stated through his limited interviews that he's a big fan of Lil Wayne. At one point during the year, Thugger confirmed that he's recorded a million songs with his idol, and promised to continue his famed Tha Carter series by making VI through X. Rich Gang announced that their first single from the upcoming project will be "Take Kare," which marks the first collaboration between Weezy and Thugger. Produced by buzzing producer London On Da Track, both of their eccentric styles really shine here, as they ride the beat with unique flows and croons.

Listen to it above.

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Mike WiLL Made-It Featuring RiFF RAFF And iLoveMakonnen, "Syrup In My Soda"

After releasing "Pussy Overrated" featuring Wiz Khalifa and Future earlier this week, Mike WiLL Made-It is back with a joint off of his upcoming Ransom mixtape, called "Syrup In My Soda" featuring RiFF RAFF and iLoveMakonnen. The track's bumping production provides a good backdrop for Jody Highroller to do his thing. The Houston native takes on the half-sung, half-rapped hook, all while rapping a couple verses along the way. RiFF RAFF passes the baton to iLoveMakonnen at the end of the track, who takes the track to the finish line.

Listen to the fun-loving, purple drank glorifying track above.

Previously: Mike WiLL Made-It Featuring Wiz Khalifa And Future “Pussy Overrated”
iLoveMakonnen “Wishin’ You Well” (Produced By Mike WiLL Made-It)
RiFF RAFF: The Neon Icon In His Own Words

Gucci Mane, "Stand 4 It"

Trap God season is here.

It's the month of October, which means 10/17 is right around the corner. With Gucci Mane preparing to release his next LP, Trap God 3, he's been releasing solid previews like "Speed Bumps." Just moments after the BET Hip-Hop Awards ended, Guwop serves up some potent product with "Stand 4 It." Produced by Atlanta's go-to collaborator Dun Deal, the menacing track finds Gucci in his comfort zone, spitting about all the things he salutes: trappin', choppas and loyal homies. Interestingly enough, he also shouts out Rick Ross and his near death shooting in Florida last year.

Listen to "Stand 4 It" above, premiered by XXL.

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Tyga, "40 Mill"

Tyga has expressed his disdain for Young Money last week, but it seems everything is good. Tyga released his highly anticipated collaboration with Kanye West called "40 Mill." With a catchy hook and bass-heavy production, T-Raw might have another big single on his hands. His LP, The Gold Album: 18th Dynasty, is due out Nov. 18.

Previously: Tyga’s Next Album Will Be “Short And Sweet”
Album Review: Tyga, Hotel California

OT Genasis, "Coco"

OT Genasis makes a jam about cocaine with cartoonish nonchalance and a hipsanic absent with "Coco." The Conglomerate soldier doesn't really rap, but runs off a bunch of potentially catchy boasts over a beat with the Scarface soundtrack clearly in its DNA.

The accompanying video visually displays how at-home he is around the illegal drug. Kilos of cocaine is being cut as OT Genasis is in near orgasmic glee—cup of alcohol in hand. At least he's enjoying himself.

OT Genasis was featured on the Catastrophic 2 mixtape that dropped late in the summer.

Previously: Busta Rhymes, J-Doe And O.T. Genasis “No Flex Zone (Remix)”
Busta Rhymes Featuring Raekwon & O.T. Genasis “Oh God”

Listen To Busta Rhymes And The Conglomerate’s ‘Catastrophic 2′ Mixtape

Jay Rock, "Parental Advisory"

TDE is keeping with their promise of taking over 2014. With Isaiah Rashad, SZA, ScHoolboy Q and Ab-Soul all dropping projects this year, it's inevitable that Jay Rock is coming next before Kendrick Lamar. We get a taste of what Jay Rock has been cooking up in the lab with "Parental Advisory." Shades of Snoop Dogg's "Pump Pump" are found on the production from SmokeyGotBeatz. It's a very West Coast throwback, and shows the oldest member of Black Hippy is really out here.

Previously: Ab-Soul And Jay Rock On New Projects And What Makes TDE Tick From XXL’s Oct/Nov Cover Story
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