Lil Zay Osama & Polo G Get Nostalgic On New Single “How I Grew Up”

BY Caroline Fisher
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"Streets Calling My Name" is coming soon.

Lil Zay Osama has gone through a lot of big changes this year, and it looks like they have him feeling nostalgic. Back in May, the Chicago-born rapper pleaded guilty to possessing a machine gun in his federal case. The case had been in limbo since 2022 and stemmed from a firearm forgotten in an Uber. At the time, it was reported that he could be spending some serious time behind bars, though he appears to be at home for the time being.

Now, he’s preparing to unleash a new project, Streets Calling My Name. Last week, he teamed up with fellow artist Polo G, looking back on his upbringing on “How I Grew Up.” It showcases a more vulnerable side of the rapper, who goes over both the good and bad of his childhood, and revels in just how far he’s come. It serves as a solid preview of what else is on the way with the full album. Streets Calling My Name does not yet have an official release date at the time of writing, though it’s expected to arrive sometime this year.

What do you think of Lil Zay Osama's new track with Polo G? Will you be adding "How I Grew Up" to your summer playlist or not? Are you looking forward to hearing his new project, Streets Calling My Name? Share your thoughts in the comments section and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates. Check out the song and accompanying music video down below.

Lil Zay Osama Teams Up With Polo G

Quotable Lyrics:

My bougie family seen us as all the bad kids (As all the bad kids)
This just how I grew up, I wasn't your average (Average)

About The Author
Caroline Fisher is currently a News Editor at HotNewHipHop. Her time at HotNewHipHop began in 2023 when she began writing about music and pop culture full-time. Since then, she has helped cover major stories including the YSL RICO trial, Drake and Kendrick Lamar’s explosive feud, Diddy’s ongoing legal battle, and awards shows such as the BET Awards. Being from Chicago, she also got the opportunity to attend Summer Smash 2024 and review Chief Keef’s historic homecoming show. She additionally covered sets by Flo Milli, Playboi Carti, Bktherula, and more.

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