Lil Nas X currently holds the #1 spot on the Billboard Hot 100 chart with his surprise hit “Old Town Road.” But though the song is dripping with country twang, you won’t find it anywhere on the country charts. That’s because Billboard removed it, on the grounds of not having enough “musical elements” of country—a move that in turn left many wondering if the ... Show More
Aug 19
All roads lead to Pharrell: Tyler, Clipse, and Cardi
The conversation around the new music this summer has been a dour one. Some of the biggest songs in the country right now are downtempo stomp-clap anthems and wistful Cranberries pastiche. Even on this very show, Nate and Charlie have asked: where's the fun? As it turns out, the ... Show More
52m 36s
Aug 12
A brief history of terrible lyrics (with Sam Sanders)
Why do bad lyrics happen to good people? From "suckin' on a chili dog" to "making love to his tonic and gin," even the biggest hits from our favorite artists can feature lyrical turns that make us feel quizzical, offended, or even downright nauseated. With the help of Sam Sanders ... Show More
43m 5s
Apr 2019
'Old Town Road' by Lil Nas X
YEE-TO-THE-MOTHERFUCKIN-HAW!!!!! Today on the podcast, we're doing something we've never done before, and punching up a brand new song that hasn't even been out for a WEEK! We discuss the memetic culture of the internet, the changing state of the music industry, whether or not th ... Show More
1h 17m
Jun 2019
Will Lil Nas X Gallop Away as the 2019 Song of the Summer or Is a Hotter Hit on the Way?
Billboard's 2019 Songs of the Summer chart is only in its second week, but we're already wondering: Can any song gallop in and take this year's cowboy crown from Lil Nas X's wildly dominant "Old Town Road," featuring Billy Ray Cyrus? On this week's Billboard Pop Shop Podcast, we ... Show More
19m 36s
Jan 2021
January 7th - Lil Baby Has the Most Popular Album of 2020, Lil Nas X's Collab With Miley Cyrus & Artists' Takes on the Capitol Breach
Lil Baby’s 'My Turn' finishes 2020 as the most popular album of the year, Lil Nas X reveals he's been working on a collaboration with Miley Cyrus and artists weigh in on yesterday's chaotic U.S. Capitol breach. This is Billboard News Now, rounding out the top music news for Thurs ... Show More
6m 26s
Aug 2021
August 26th - Lil Nas X Reacts To Tony Hawk's Bloody Skateboard, Saweetie Addresses Rumors Of A Quavo Reunion & Travis Scott Gives Stormi Something Special
Lil Nas X reacts to Tony Hawk's bloody skateboard by calling out critics of his Satan shoes, Saweetie hits back at rumors of her and Quavo reuniting and Travis Scott gives his daughter Stormi a special gift. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
5m 26s
Jan 2024
The Best Rap Songs That Are NOT on Streaming
In this new episode, we take you through some of the best rap songs that aren’t on streaming platforms like Spotify or Apple Music. We spoke about songs such as J. Cole’s Kenny Lofton, Lil Wayne’s Green Ranger, Vic Mensa’s Orange Soda & more.
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List of Songs Discussed •Holy Water ... Show More
42m 47s
Apr 2024
Top 10 AUX Songs of All-Time
In this episode we’re highlighting the best songs to listen to in the car, using the AUX cord. This includes songs such as A Milli by Lil Wayne, The Language by Drake, About The Money by T.I ft. Young Thug and more.
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List of Songs Discussed
•A Milli by Lil Wayne
•The Language b ... Show More
36m 52s