For Your Rotation (August 8th, 2025)
COTD's FYR this week loops in some of their favorite throwback comfort songs, just because it's not new doesn't mean it's not new TO YOU. Check it out and let us know what your favorite vibe is!
Back with another entry into the “For Your Rotation” series!
I have been digging in some of my old bags when it comes to songs I had in rotation heavy years ago. Honestly, I might do a throwback rotation episode one day! This week though, I decided to join some of my older ones with some new songs that have been getting played on repeat for me. I never stick to one specific sound for a while, so I always end up switching things up in my daily and weekly rotations. This is a mix of a few different moods I’ve been in lately, so I hope that y’all enjoy this week's list!
Enjoy what you can, while you can. Make memories with the things that continuously bring you joy!
Here are 10 songs from my rotation that you might enjoy!
For Your Rotation! (August 8, 2025)
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JEMS! - SWING THRU
Released in 2020, this was the first song I heard from the duo (Elujay & J.Robb), and I was hooked. I already enjoyed Elujay’s music, but the production from J.Robb added another level here. They truly are a great combo, and I love to hear from them whenever they release music. This is a song you’ll have on repeat and not get tired of it one bit! This song is from their 2020 album GEMS IN THE CORNERSTORE.
Producers - J.Robb, Kev CHoice, & Mikos Da Gawd
Black Milk - Is It Just Me?
Released in 2023, this was one of my favorite songs that year, and still one I love coming back to. Everything here is perfect, from the lyrics, to the melodies, to the production. Black Milk is a legend in Hip-Hop, so there is nothing lacking here at all. If you want a song with substance and one you can vibe out to, this is for you! This song is from his 2023 album Everybody Good? (which is a MUST listen in my opinion).
Producer - Black Milk
Shay Lia - Ready
Released in 2025, Shay Lia has been on my radar the past couple years and has become a voice that I really enjoy hearing from. When it comes to her style, you can hear many different influences, and I think she does an amazing job at blending them. The production here is ear catching, and her voice fits on it smoothly! This song is right up my alley when it comes R&B fusions with Dance and Electronic elements.
Producers - JD. REID & Tido
Topaz Jones & Floyd Fuji - Gold
Released in 2021, Topaz Jones had one of my favorite projects that year, and this song is a good showcase for it. This song has many different elements wrapped in one, and it doesn’t sound overwhelming! From Hip-Hop to Funk, all of it blends naturally, and Topaz Jones always does this well. This song is from his 2021 album Don’t Go Tellin’ Your Momma (and you need to check this album out if you haven’t).
Producers - Jack Hallenbeck & Topaz Jones
Stalley - Cleanse
Released in 2018, this song had me in a chokehold all of 2018, and when you listen to this you’ll understand why. Stalley is an artist who always had growth and reflection within his music, and this is something he’s always been consistent with. The production is simple, but is infectious with how much you want it to repeat! This song is an example of how much Hip-Hop offers when it comes to being vulnerable. This song is from his 2018 album Tell the Truth Shame the Devil, Vol. 3.
Producer - Black Metaphor
Benjamin Earl Turner - POP OUT
Released in 2021, this is one of my favorites from that year, and still put on repeat when it comes on in my playlists! Whenever this comes on, I get hype and find myself reciting every lyric multiple plays in a row. I don’t think I ever see myself getting tired of this at all. I can say, this is one of my favorite songs to vibe out to, enjoy whenever, and get me out of a bad mood! This song is from his 2021 album SELLING AIR.
Producers - BeforeIZAIAH of TENS, Madison LST of TENS, & JUSTN
Shno Xavier - U CHANGED
Released in 2025, I find myself coming back to this song a lot, and it is one I do not seem to get tired of! Shno Xavier has been on my radar for a little over a year now, I really have been loving what he has done within this time frame. One thing I respect about him is his ability to be unapologetically himself. If there is something he is interested in trying or talking about, he does it! I feel this song is a good example of that as well.
Producer - 92Colby
Moody Bank$ & Kaelin Ellis - Tattoo
Released in 2025, This is the first solo song I heard from Moody Bank$, and I loved what I heard here. Kaelin Ellis has always been a phenomenal producer in my opinion, and Moody Bank$’s vocals sounded perfect over the production. I have heard her featured on a few songs, but this song is my first introduction into her own music. Based on this song here, I must say I will continue to have her on my radar!
Producer - Kaelin Ellis
KYLE - ShipTrip
Released in 2018, this song was one of my favorites that year, and one of personal favorites from KYLE as a whole. Being a longtime fan of KYLE, this song gave me everything that I love from him. The vulnerability with melodies and great production is something that KYLE really excels in. If you love music like that, this song is for you! This song is from his 2018 album Light of Mine, and is also on the 2019 deluxe version of this album.
Producer - monte booker
Angelo Mota, leroy, & Mez - end times
Released in 2024, this was the first song I heard from Angelo Mota, and I really liked what I heard here! The vibe here is mellow with substance, and I think that is a good showcase at just how Angelo Mota can switch up his styles depending on what he wants. If you want an artist who can give you songs for multiple different moods, Angelo Mota is right up your alley! This song is from his 2024 album angelo is tired.
Producer - Sam Illy
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