Wow, I haven’t heard Memphis Bleek rap in 20 years.
Memphis Bleek is a name that might not resonate with younger generations, but for those who witnessed his prime (albeit brief), he was a force to be reckoned with, delivering sharp bars and memorable tracks. Emerging as Jay-Z’s protégé, Bleek left his mark with hits like “Is That Your Chick,” “Memphis Bleek Is…,” and “Like That.”
After stepping back from the spotlight for several years, Bleek re-entered the hip-hop scene in 2023 and 2024 with singles like “Bands Up” and “Durag Bleek.” On Friday, he continued his resurgence with a new release, “3 Kings,” featuring Benny The Butcher and Smoke DZA.
In “3 Kings,” Memphis Bleek calls out those exaggerating their drug-dealing stats while flaunting the money he’s been raking in. He also takes a moment to pay homage to his home borough, Brooklyn. Bleek’s confidence shines through as he spits with conviction, effortlessly delivering hard-hitting punchlines. While his style has evolved over the years, he still sounds like a solid and capable rapper.
Once Benny The Butcher steps in, the song transforms into a quintessential Benny track. The regal production takes on a Griselda-inspired edge, perfectly complementing his boastful bars about his drug-dealing past and relentless competitive drive. Smoke DZA closes things out with a gritty verse, weaving vivid details into the ongoing drug-dealing theme. All in all, I am a fan of this street-inspired banger.
I didn’t have Memphis Bleek dropping the hardest track of 2025 on my bingo card.
Quincy is the creator of Ratings Game Music. He loves writing about music, taking long walks on beaches, and spaghetti that fights him back.
