Painkiller - Song by Joy Crookes featuring Denzel Curry

BY Alexander Cole Published on September 16, 2026

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Joy Crookes and Denzel Curry have teamed up for the new song "Painkiller," which is an interesting blending of styles.

Talented singer-songwriter Joy Crookes has returned with the new song "Painkiller," which features the incredible Denzel Curry. Crookes has made a name for herself with her enthralling voice and warm songwriting chops. On the song "Painkiller," those positive tendencies return as Crookes delivers a buttery-smooth song that was made with the Fall season in mind. Meanwhile, we get a solid guest verse from Denzel Curry, who does not sound out of place. It's a cool collaboration, and we look forward to hearing more from Crookes, very soon.

Release Date: September 15, 2026

Genre: Hip-Hop, R&B

Album: N/A

Quotable Lyrics from Painkiller

Bad girl, that's not me, I just wanted Rocky to my Rih
Karaoke hearts singing scripted bars
They say ignorant is bliss and we are
Tongue stained cherry B, you say how you love it when I'm happy

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Alexander Cole

Alexander Cole is the current editor-in-chief of HotNewHipHop. He started at HotNewHipHop back in 2018 where he began as a Sports and Sneakers writer. It was here where he began to hone his craft, putting his journalism degree from Concordia University in Montreal, Quebec, to good use. Since that time, he has documented some of the biggest stories in the hip-hop world. From the Kendrick Lamar and Drake beef to the disturbing allegations against Diddy, Alex has helped HotNewHipHop navigate large-scale stories as they happen. In 2021, he went to the Bahamas for the Big 3's Championship Game. It was here where he got to interview legendary figures like Ice Cube, Clyde Drexler, and Stephen Jackson. He has also interviewed other superstar athletes such as Antonio Brown, Damian Lillard, and Paul Pierce. This is in addition to conversations with social media provocateurs like Jake Paul, and younger respected artists like Kaycyy, Lil Tecca, and Jeleel!