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Jul 2022
1h 21m

Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers | LAST SON...

The Ringer
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The LSS Boyz aren't your saviors, but they are here to debate Kendrick Lamar's latest project in order to determine its best song, the last song standing. Follow the official LSS Spotify playlist, updated weekly. LAST SONG STANDING is a new show from Dissect and The Ringer. Each season focuses on one artist in attempt to determine their greatest song of all ... Show More
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