Run The Jewels Live Their Lives Unapologetically On "Never Look Back"

Run The Jewels never seem to disappoint when it comes to new music.

BYAlexander Cole
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Run The Jewels surprised fans by releasing RTJ 4 a few days early in light of everything that has been happening in the world. At its core, the group has always been political and that certainly shines through on their new project. One of the less political tracks on the project, "Never Look Back" is certainly a banger that will have you nodding your head and making faces to the beat.

El-P's production shines through on this cut as the menacing beat in the background continues to loop and allows plenty of space for Killer Mike and El-P to do their thing. Throughout the track, both MCs talk about a questionable past and how to be unapologetic about it. The refrain "Never Look Back" ultimately speaks to the idea that we should always move forward no matter what.

Quotable Lyrics:

Never look back, heard her say that before
Sound like the type of advice I'd ignore
Funny how time feel off tick tock
You thinking death's beat, it drop a clock shot
Never smoke sad, I heard that's a thought
Got forty-four bucks on the smoke, whatchu got?


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Alexander Cole is the current Managing Editor of HotNewHipHop. He started at HotNewHipHop back in 2018 where he began as a Sports and Sneakers writer. During this time, he has shown an expertise in Air Jordans, Yeezys, and all things that have to do with Nike. His favorite kicks are the Air Jordan 1 High OG, the Air Jordan 4, the Air Jordan 6, and the Adidas Yeezy Boost 350 V2 in the "Beluga 2.0" colorway. Although his collection might not be the biggest, he is always looking to add new styles to it. When it comes to sports, Alex has a particular interest in the NBA and the NFL. His favorite teams are anywhere LeBron goes, and the Kansas City Chiefs. As a Montrealer, the Montreal Canadiens hold a special place in his heart, even if they haven't won the Stanley Cup in his lifetime. Alex also works for the Concordia Stingers, where he provides play-by-play and color commentary for the football, hockey, and basketball teams His favorite hip-hop artists are Kendrick Lamar, Playboi Carti, Travis Scott, and Lil Uzi Vert.