Listen to new must-hear songs from R&B/hip-hop artists like Nia Smith, Destin Conrad, Ama, Brent Faiyaz, Brandy, Ty Dolla $ign Marlon Craft & Skrilla.

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Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Hugh McIntyre covers music, with a focus on the global charts. Cardi B’s “Outside” debuts at No. 2 on both Billboard's Hot R&B/Hip ...