Music Video Roundup: Janelle Monaé, J. Cole, Dave East x Vado
Scenes from a daydream and real life alike.
Janelle Monáe, “I Like That”
Janelle Monáe is gearing up to drop her third full-length album Dirty Computer (her first in five years) and an accompanying “emotion picture,” with both set to drop this Friday (April 27). To help add to the anticipation, the singer/actress shared her latest visual for “I Like That” and confirmed that she’s heading out on tour this summer, with the N.A. run beginning on June 11. The video further exemplifies how dedicated she is to fully expressing her vision and doing her own creative work justice. From serving a variety of looks to building dynamic environments to elevate the quality and intrigue of her music even higher, Monáe will never lose.
J. Cole, “Kevin’s Heart”
Fresh off breaking all sorts of streaming records and dropping his increasingly acclaimed KOD album, J. Cole has delivered once again, today revealing the visual for his track, “Kevin’s Heart.” Starring the one and only Kevin Hart, the video features the Dreamville rapper trying his hand at directing, all while the famed actor relives his highly publicized and deeply personal cheating scandal.
Dave East x Vado, “Da Hated”
Dave East and Vado are quickly becoming Harlem’s favorite collaborative duo, with the pair recently reconnecting for a freestyle, “Da Hated.” Today, per Dat Piff, the two shared a visual for their Tory Lanez remix, which just so happens to be aptly chock full of Belaire bottles, cigars, and naturally, bars on bars.