There’s only one place to be on July 4th weekend, and if you didn’t have any plans you certainly do now. ESSENCE Festival Of Culture returns to New Orleans, and the performances have only gotten bigger. The initial “Ladies First” lineup has sent social media into a frenzy as Grammy winning heavyweights Cardi B, Kehlani and Latto will be taking on the Superdome stage. Also sharing the spotlight are r&b legends Brandy, Monica and Patti Labelle. This year, it’s more than a concert series, but a multigenerational reunion we absolutely needed.
To gear up for humidity and harmonies, it’s only right to start prepping your singing voices now. From “Bodega Baddie” to “Folded” we’ve curated the ultimate superdome soundtrack featuring the anthems that just might make the setlist. With 115 days on the countdown, it’s time to memorize every ad-lib and high note before the summer heat arrives.
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“Safe” – Cardi B (featuring Kehlani)
“Folded”- Kehlani
“After Hours” – Kehlani
“Out The Window” – Kehlani
“Put It On Da Floor Again” Latto (Featuring Cardi B)
“Somebody” – Latto
“Big Mama” – Latto
“Big Energy” – Latto
“Imaginary Playerz” Cardi B
“Bodega Baddie” Cardi B
“Bodak Yellow” – Cardi B