Billboard and Tres Generaciones Tequila are partnering to discover the Get Up Anthems of select cities, and the next stop is New York City. Ahead of the curated list, in this “Man on the Street,” we tapped New Yorkers to share some of their favorite hometown hits that have inspired and energized their city, including tracks from iconic artists such as The Notorious B.I.G., Nas, Jay-Z and more! Be sure to check out the official Get Up Anthems for New York City presented by Tres Generaciones Tequila.
Tetris Kelly:
Billboard and Tres Generaciones Tequila are teaming up to find the top Get Up Anthems in select cities, and we’re in New York City — the City That Never Sleeps — and the birth of hip-hop. Which songs energize these locals? We’re talking to them to find out their top Get Up Anthems. So what song do you think gets New Yorkers the hypest?
Guest 1:
Very easy, “Empire State of Mind.”
Tetris Kelly:
Are you going to sing it for me right now?
Guest 1:
[Singing]
Tetris Kelly:
Ay, where we at. So what gets you crunk?
Guest 2:
“I Like It” by Cardi B and J Balvin
Tetris Kelly:
Now I got to put you on the spot: Do you feel like Cardi B represents New York hip-hop the best of females?
Guest 2:
Oh wait — you’re trying to get me canceled.
Guest 3:
“Represent” by Nas.
Tetris Kelly:
Oh, “Represent” and Nas. Why do you feel like it’s him?
Guest 3:
I don’t know — it’s just a classic record.
Tetris Kelly:
What about you?
Guest 4:
“Deli” by Ice Spice.
Tetris Kelly:
Do you feel like she’s got New York represented perfectly?
Guest 4:
Sure — she’s popping.
Tetris Kelly:
Get Up Anthems in New York City: What’s that for you?
Guest 5:
Can I pick two?
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