Lola Brooke Earns Mary J. Blige Nod

Brooklyn rapper Lola Brooke is forging her own path in the music industry, challenging perceptions about commercial success in hip-hop with her latest album, "iight bet!". The release follows her recent achievement of a Gold certification for her 2023 collaboration, "You," featuring Bryson Tiller. This milestone underscores her growing influence and commercial appeal.

Central to her current buzz is the track "Pain," which prominently samples Mary J. Blige's classic "No More Drama." While Brooke has yet to meet her idol, the music icon's clearance of the sample serves as a powerful nod of approval. This endorsement from a respected figure like Blige highlights Brooke's artistic merit and respect within the broader music community.

Brooke also shared her perspective on the current state of rap, disagreeing with notions that commercial rap is defunct. She maintains that her "iight bet!" project is precisely what the charts need, suggesting a resurgence of mainstream appeal in hip-hop. Despite the introspective themes of "Pain," she confirmed her relationship with rapper Doe Boy remains strong.