Virginia Beach

New No. 1 on the Apple Music Top Songs chart: Virginia Beach by Drake.

Song Description

"Virginia Beach" is the opening track of Drake's latest album, "For All the Dogs," released on October 6, 2023. The song samples a Frank Ocean track and is written as if Drake is talking to a woman he wants to be with, but he's frustrated that she's settling by being with another man. In the first verse, he compares the woman to Hampton Roads’ largest city, saying she’s “pretty but rough, just like Virginia Beach” [pilotonline.com]. The song features vocals in the intro and outro by Frank Ocean [13newsnow.com].

Wild Ones

New No. 1 on the iTunes Top Songs chart: Wild Ones by Jessie Murph & Jelly Roll.

Song Description

"Wild Ones" is a collaborative track by Jessie Murph and Jelly Roll, released on October 6, 2023 [music.amazon.com*]. The song is a unique blend of hip-hop, country, and rock, showcasing the talents of both artists [americansongwriter.com]. Jessie Murph's vocal delivery has a twang that fits perfectly on mainstream country radio, while her rap verses maintain this unique style. Jelly Roll, on the other hand, showcases both his rapping and singing talents on the track [americansongwriter.com].

The lyrics of "Wild Ones" reveal a story of attraction and rebellion. In the opening verse, Murph talks about the kind of "wild ones" she finds attractive, while Jelly Roll raps about his wife, showcasing that the couple is still "wild" in their own way [americansongwriter.com, genius.com].

Better Place (From TROLLS Band Together)

New No. 1 on the iTunes Top Songs chart: Better Place (From TROLLS Band Together) by *NSYNC & Justin Timberlake.

Song Description

"Better Place" is a new song by *NSYNC and Justin Timberlake, featured on the soundtrack of the upcoming movie "Trolls Band Together" [usatoday.com]. The song marks the first time the boyband has reunited to make music since their 2001 album, "Celebrity" [usatoday.com]. With glossy, layered harmonies and a danceable beat, "Better Place" offers a finger-snapping chorus and a sound similar to Timberlake's "Can't Stop the Feeling!" from the first "Trolls" movie in 2016 [usatoday.com].

3D

New No. 1 on the iTunes Top Songs chart: 3D by Jung Kook & Jack Harlow.

Song Description and Meaning

"3D" is a collaboration between Jung Kook, a member of the South Korean boy group BTS, and American rapper Jack Harlow. The song is produced by BloodPop and David Stewart and has a smooth bass line reminiscent of early 2000s R&B songs [stylecaster.com]. According to a statement from BigHit Music, the song "employs a witty use of 1st, 2nd, and 3rd dimensions to express one's desire to be connected with someone" [stylecaster.com]. Jung Kook's vocals range from careful whispers to explosive raps, while Jack Harlow brings his unique rap style to the track [stylecaster.com].

Don't Let the Old Man In

New No. 1 on the iTunes Top Songs chart: Don't Let the Old Man In by Toby Keith.

Song Background and Inspiration

"Don't Let the Old Man In" is a song by American country music artist Toby Keith. The song is about not letting age get to you and maintaining a youthful spirit despite the passage of time [parade.com]. The inspiration for the song came from a conversation Toby Keith had with legendary actor and director Clint Eastwood during a charity golf tournament at Pebble Beach [savingcountrymusic.com]. Eastwood shared that he was starting work on his movie "The Mule" in two days, which also happened to be his 88th birthday. When Keith asked Eastwood how he keeps going, Eastwood replied, "I just get up every morning and go out. And I don't let the old man in" [billboard.com]. This conversation inspired Keith to write the song, which was later featured in Eastwood's movie "The Mule" [rollingstone.com].

Lil Boo Thang

New No. 1 on the iTunes Top Songs chart: Lil Boo Thang by Paul Russell.

Background and Release

"Lil Boo Thang" is a song by American singer Paul Russell, released as a single on August 18, 2023, through Arista Records [en.wikipedia.org]. The song went viral on TikTok, where it received more than 10 million views [en.wikipedia.org]. It samples the 1977 track "Best of My Love" by the Emotions, which was written by Maurice White and Al McKay of Earth, Wind & Fire [en.wikipedia.org]. Russell first previewed the track on TikTok on June 28, 2023, after which he signed with Arista Records to release it as a single [en.wikipedia.org]. He wrote the song after being "stressed out on a Thursday afternoon, so [he] just turned on some of the music that makes [him] happy and imagined that [he] was celebrating something" [en.wikipedia.org].

Paint The Town Red

New No. 1 on the iTunes Top Songs chart: Paint The Town Red by Doja Cat.

Description of the Song

"Paint The Town Red" is a song by American rapper and singer Doja Cat from her fourth studio album, Scarlet (2023) [en.wikipedia.org]. The song was released on August 4, 2023, and features a jazz-influenced beat that samples Dionne Warwick's song "Walk On By" (1964) [en.wikipedia.org]. In the lyrics, Doja Cat dismisses her critics and asserts her own identity following arguments with fans on social media [en.wikipedia.org].

Great Gatsby

New No. 1 on the Apple Music Top Songs chart: Great Gatsby by Rod Wave.

Song Description

"Great Gatsby" is a song by American rapper and singer Rod Wave, featured on his album "Nostalgia" [fresherslive.com]. The song is about Rod Wave's distant love for a woman whom he mentally can't be with, masking it with the story from the 1925 novel, The Great Gatsby [genius.com]. The track features additional vocals from producer and singer Geo Vocals, which amplify the song's warm feeling and melancholy sensation [genius.com]. The vocals project the piano chords in the background, giving the song a mellow sentiment, while the hard-hitting bass takes Rod back to his rapping roots [genius.com]. The track was first previewed in May 2023 via an Instagram story from Rod himself [genius.com, youtube.com].

Two Dozen Roses

New No. 1 on the iTunes Top Songs chart: Two Dozen Roses by Shenandoah & Luke Combs.

Description of the Song

"Two Dozen Roses" is a country song originally released by Shenandoah in 1989. The song appeared on their sophomore album, The Road Not Taken, and became a No. 1 hit on Billboard's Hot Country Songs chart. It is certified Gold by the RIAA [tasteofcountry.com]. In 2023, Shenandoah teamed up with country music star Luke Combs to release a duet version of the song [kbaycountry.com].