"Band4Band" is a song by British rapper
Central Cee and American rapper
Lil Baby.[2] It was released through record labels CC4L and
Columbia Records on 24 May 2024.[3] The song was produced by Geenaro, Ghana Beats & Aasis Beats.[1][4]
Background
The song was initially previewed in late 2023 as a solo track from Cee, however, in a March 2024
Instagram story, it was confirmed that Central Cee and Lil Baby were working on a collaboration.[5][6]
Central Cee announced the song on 22 May, noting it would be released the following day. On 23 May, he took to his story stating that the song would be released at 9 PM
GMT.[6]
Composition
"Band4Band" is described as a fusion of Cench's distinct UK rap sound and Baby's signature style of Atlanta rap.[7][1] The two's flows are referred to as a "fast-paced montage of the rappers flexing their wealth".[7] The distinct UK Drill beat is referred to as a "certified trunk rattler" by Billboard's Angel Diaz.[1] Produced by Geenaro & Ghana Beats, the main melody of the song was sampled from Aasis Beat's
Looperman page.
Music video
The Wowa-directed music video, released on 24 May, shows Central Cee and Lil Baby parade through
London in several
Lamborghini Urus', giving the two a "presidential" look.[1] The video is described as "extravagant".[7] The rappers are shown to showcase their luxurious lifestyle, showing off private jets, luxury vehicles, diamond jewels, and watches.[7][8]
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