Capping off a momentous year, Key Glock closes out an unforgettable 2025 with a new single and music video entitled “A+” available now via Paper Route Empire/Republic Records.
Watch the music video HERE.
Showcasing unparalleled versatility, the powerhouse rapper leans into another side of his artistry. This time around, he flexes his innate knack for magnetically catchy melodies. Speaking directly to his fanbase of ladies, flirty rhymes glide across a sparse soundscape laced with airy synths and hypnotic hi-hats. The sultry trap-banger culminates on a chantable chorus as he teases, “This b**** looks good A-plus.” Helmed by director Hidji World, the visual follows Key Glock through a strip club. Lusty choreography matches the rhythm of the beat and his bars. It evokes the spirit of the song.
He’s on a nonstop victory lap now. At the beginning of the month, he ignited his 2nd Annual Glock On The Rocks show in front of a crowd of 10,000-strong at Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Morrison, CO. He headlined a stacked bill rounded out by Sahbabii, Babychiefdoit, Ch
Plus, Key Glock recently scored his very first #1 at US Urban Radio (Mediabase) with the rising smash “She Ready.”Magnifying the song’s impact, it also vaulted into the Top 20 of the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs Chart and debuted on the Billboard Hot 100. On YouTube, it trended for over seven days, holding strong in the Top 10 still and reaching the Top 3 of the platform’s Highest Debut Top Songs Chart. Additionally, it climbed into the Top 15 at Rhythm Radio, a career high for him at the format. With over 30M global streams, “She Ready” continues to thrive as a breakout anthem.
Of course, the song graces his Deluxe album, Glockaveli: All Eyez On Key, out now via Paper Route Empire/Republic Records.
Glockaveli’s dominance has been undeniable, instantly establishing itself as one of the year’s best rap projects. Upon arrival, it debuted Top 10 on the Billboard 200, #2 on the Billboard Top Rap Albums Chart, Top 5 on the R&B/Hip-Hop Albums Chart, and Top 10 on the Album Sales and Vinyl Albums Charts. It simultaneously landed at #1 on Apple Music’s Top Albums (All Genre) and Hip-Hop/Rap Top Albums charts, while claiming the #2 spot on Spotify’s Global & U.S. Top Album Debut chart. Earning widespread critical praise, Glockaveli ranked #4 on both HotNewHipHop’s and Uproxx
He notably garnered two nominations at the 2025 BET Awards in the categories of “Best Male Hip Hop Artist” and “Video of the Year” for “3AM in ToKEYo.” He landed a massive co-sign from none other than Beyoncé as she used “Gang Sh*t No Lame Sh*t” as an interlude on the Cowboy Carter Tour. Plus, Justin Bieber has used songs from the album on numerous social media posts during his SWAG era. Inciting tastemaker applause, Billboard spoke to him in-depth about the record, going on to profess, “Key Glock has quietly established himself as one of the biggest rap stars out of Memphis.”
This is not just a new era, it’s Key Glock stepping into his power. Get ready for more music very soon!
ABOUT KEY GLOCK:
Key Glock rose up out of Memphis and broke through into the mainstream on his own terms. He has quietly achieved a staggering level of success and prominence, generating eight billion streams, notching eight multi-platinum or platinum singles, seven gold singles, and three gold albums. Moreover, he has earned six Top 15 debuts on the Billboard 200 in addition to cracking the Billboard Hot 100. His music has appeared everywhere from the Fast & The Furious franchise to Madden. It’s no wonder Rolling Stone christened him one of “50 Innovators Shaping Rap’s Next 50 Years.” At the same time, this excitement has translated to the road. During 2024, he impressively sold out the iconic Red Rocks Amphitheater in Morrison, CO, packing the house with over 10,000 fans. In 2025, he reached another level with Glockaveli. The latter crashed the Top 10 of the Billboard 200, clinched #2 on the Billboard Top Rap Albums Chart, and soared into the Top 5 of the R&B/Hip-Hop Albums Chart. Beyond two BET Awards nominations and major acclaim from UPROXX, HotNewHipHop,Comp
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