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Stream FridayNights X FreshMapensele’s street banger “Dead Broke”
I have to admit I haven’t given the homies FridayNights & FreshMapensele a deeper listen but that’s a thing of the past now, this “Dead Broke” song is heavy. Their collaborative joint combines personal narratives of overcoming struggles with clever wordplay and with uniquely Botswana cultural references.
Friday Nights, (alias Ace J), starts off by reflecting on his past, emphasizing that he no longer wants to return to his prior state of being broke. He mentions that no one knew where he came from and references ridicule from a time when everyone thought he had no distinctive style. He dismisses fake smiles and prefers silence, indicating his focus and determination. As he reaches a better financial situation, he compares himself to the late South African rapper Prokid, suggesting that he is reaching a desired professional level in his career. He contrasts this with others who are still insignificant and merely make empty noise. He highlights his patience and hard work in the past, acknowledging his elevation to a different status now, don’t let these words sway you from how dope and street this song is.
Fresh Mapensele joins in with his verse, leveraging his heavy Motswako spit. He mentions coming back with force and cracking the whip on everybody, indicating his assertiveness and confidence. Mapensele mentions heavy hood drip and fashion, merely suggesting that he is the embodiment of the archetypal stylish, and influential persona. The line “Bring the mini bus and we’re all in” implies unity and camaraderie with his crew, emphasizing their collective success.
He continues to assert himself as the man in the Motswako leadership position, projecting strength and authority. Passing by Broadhurst, the homie checks on his friends, showcasing loyalty and groundedness. The use of fresh street slang and the ambition to rise to the top indicate the home boy’s determination to impress everyone around him.
Mapensele & Fresh Mapensele demonstrate growth and confidence while incorporating vernacular prowess to connect with their audience and convey a sense of authenticity all the while speaking with their chests out because now they’re no longer “Dead broke”, or not accepting it.
Hip-hop heads, get ready! Rashid is back with a brand-new track, “What It This,” a hard-hitting anthem tailor-made for lovers of old-school rap. Featuring the legendary Scar and the dynamic Pongo, with production by the skilled Bangu, this track delivers pure hip-hop energy with gritty beats, sharp lyricism, and undeniable authenticity.
Over Bangu’s signature boom-bap production, Rashid, Scar, and Pongo trade verses with effortless chemistry, dropping bars that pay homage to the golden era of hip-hop. “What It This” blends nostalgic vibes with a fresh sound, proving that real hip-hop is alive and thriving.
This track isn’t just music—it’s a statement. If you’re a fan of raw storytelling, hard-hitting beats, and lyricism that cuts deep, this is one release you can’t afford to miss.
🔊 Stream it now and feel the essence of real hip-hop! 🚀🎶
In “Frustrated”, Titose and South African songstress Hanna craft a delicate yet emotionally potent ballad that captures the quiet chaos of loving someone indecisive. The track is reflective and anxious, built on minimalist R&B production that lets the vocals breathe—and ache.
Both artists deliver tender yet resolute performances, embodying a love that’s hanging by a thread. The lyrics are a plea for clarity, a call to action. “I’m ready to jump,” they seem to say, “but I can’t keep shrinking to fit into your uncertainty.” It’s a relatable tug-of-war: staying for love, but dying for a decision.
“Frustrated” doesn’t scream—it simmers. It’s for those late-night overthinks, when your heart wants answers, but your person keeps you on pause. A hauntingly beautiful collaboration that sits with you long after the music fades.
“Rugged-Raw” is exactly what it sounds like—unfiltered, charged, and unapologetically hip-hop. On this collab, AbTheActivist and Zeus are in rare form, combining new-school energy with OG precision.
Ab opens the track with braggadocio and bite—talking his wins, taking aim, and holding his ground. The bars are sharp, direct, and chest-out confident, calling out peers and asserting position with zero hesitation. There’s no filler here—just straight jabs and flexes from a young rapper who knows exactly where he’s headed.
Then comes Zeus, stepping in like the seasoned heavyweight he is. It’s big bro energy, calm and calculated but lethal. He rides the beat with authority, delivering lines that land with experience and swagger. It’s the “I’ve seen it all, now watch me win again” type of verse that only a vet can pull off.
“Rugged-Raw” isn’t just a track—it’s a moment. A cross-generational power move that speaks to where hip-hop in Botswana has been, and where it’s going. This one’s for the heads, the spitters, and the culture.
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