9. Kabaka Pyramid, “Can’t Breathe”

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“Can’t Breathe,” produced by Genis Nadal, is the first single release from Kabaka Pyramid’s forthcoming album, Contraband. Notably, the artist conceived the idea for the track after watching Lauryn Hill’s Unplugged. Impressed by the emotion she expresses in her music, he wanted to replicate her passion. The song is dedicated to people around the world who feel the pressure when their bills and taxes rise, but their paycheck doesn’t. Something many of us can relate to. It is one of Kabaka’s best singles to date, and leaves fans eagerly waiting for his Damian Marley-produced debut to arrive. — Gibbo