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Will confirms twice in this interview that Jeff is on this 'Pretty Girls' song. Minutes 1:08 and 2:53 of the video: https://youtu.be/MCImQtaOZ2I?si=iEjambC42v72ZqCT

Well what do I know, maybe I’m just out of touch but I just don’t think it’s that serious. If you didn’t enjoy Rave in the Wasteland then that’s another story and I can understand wanting to step away and not listen anymore but I personally loved it and this new summer song doesn’t have any bearing on it for me. I’m happy he’s still willing to release goofy songs like back in the JJFP days. If I were you and you have the means I would still check out the tour though, I would do anything to be able to attend but sadly he isn’t coming anywhere near my area. btw he’s performing with Jazzy Jeff on Sunday so I’m sure that show will be incredible.

I struggled very hard when i heard the song for the first time this morning. The first verse was kinda funny with the full house reference. I thought it was a nice word play. Then it got simpler and cornier with each new line. I cringed very hard on the vanilla chocolate part. I saw the video a few moments ago and in conjunction with the visuals it was more entertaining. But from an MC/lyricist point of few, its pure garbage and embarassing. He's literally proofing the world he cant write rhymes without any help. Or that he's just lazy with the pen, i dont know. I havent bought tickets to his concert yet, and i think its better invested in other events. For me it ended with Lost&Found and i really cant support whatever he's trying to do with his music or his career in general at all. I have also listened to LL's "The Force" album this morning and theres really no comparison. LL is on another level regarding lyricism, energy and production quality. Songs like this will probably generate some clicks and likes commercially, but he's putting his reputation as an MC (if he still got one) on the line with trash like that. PS: I agree with ANALF00034. I dont think he's pathetic, but i have also lost a lot of respect for Will. First he buried The Fresh Prince, then Big Willie and now he's on a egocentric, self absorbed path giving zero f's about anything. The result is **** music like this that probably only like his crew, family and friends.

If you aren’t a fan anymore why create a new account and spend your time to come here and hate on a guys personal life? do you really have nothing better to do? If you aren’t a fan anymore that’s totally fine and you’re right, but it just seems like a waste of yours and everyone’s time. also why in the world would you create a new account and call it analf00034?

Will Smith says 'acting took over my music career' as he returns with summer bop 'Pretty Girls' Video: https://www.capitalfm.com/news/will-smith-acting-music-career/

For me the worst thing about this song is that it's so damn boring

You're being a bit of a jerk here. We want to keep a standard higher than what you'll find on social media.

Maybe there's too much sensibility going on here. You can remove me if you want, that doesn't change the facts. I have not disrespected anyone here...

It's out. I'm only a few songs in, but I'm loving it.

It's one thing to share an opinion. It's another to come here and act like a jerk toward other board members. You can be removed, if that's your agenda.

Not random bots. I've been a fan since Big Willie Style. Just couldn't recover my account and created a new one. It's not hate, it's just facts, as hard as they are to accept! Ask yourself, why would there be an "anti Will agenda", that makes no sense whatsoever. The reality is Will Smith USED to be one of the most beloved entertainers in THE WORLD and now nobody can't stand him or his messed up life. Deal with it!

I'm not gonna lie. I'm struggling with it. I knew I would when I first saw the teaser. Those opening notes told me I wasn't going to love the sound. When the beat drops in, it's not so bad, but it sounds like something from the 2010's... a low point for music, generally speaking. If he was going to do a house-inspired song, maybe have Jeff and Masters At Work get on the beat. There are a few Fresh Prince style lyrics here, but some of this lyrics are quite dumb, which prevents them for making up for the beat. There is an audience for this, but it's not for me. The music video continues the struggle. There are some fun moments in it, but it's also a bit hard to swallow. As I type this, I'm realizing my own hypocrisy. One of the things about Rave In The Wasteland that has had me listening to it less than I have his other albums, or at least skipping through it more, is that so much of it serious. There's a time and place for that, but I'm not always in a serious mood. "Pretty Girls" provides a contrast. Maybe just not the contrast I prefer. I'm also still struggling with some of the language. Like, why drop the f word in a song like this? At this point, he's just doing it as carelessly as other rappers. Why a music video for this? I feel like if he did a video for "Hard Times (Smile)", it would have been a better investment and generally loved. This song is polarizing, as seen in the comments everywhere. As few music videos as we get, I kind of hate that it was wasted on this song. As for these weird posts, I don't know. They've been happening for months. The ones that are clearly spam get deleted, but the ones that are weird, but possibly made by real people have stayed. As one of the moderators, I struggle with whether they are bots and should be deleted/banned.

OK, I don't like the song, BUT... There seems to be a real anti Will agenda right now online. It started with the Lyrical Lemonade freestyle and it's continuing here. WHY ARE NEW ACCOUNTS JOINING THE BOARD TO POST THE SAME HATE POSTS IN MULTIPLE TOPICS? Is it AI? Are these even real people? What's going on?

Y’all need to lighten up. (And I’m not including the random bots that just ascended upon us)

The lack of sales are mainly due to the music being garbage and everyone realizing that Will is just an insecure man looking for validation from tik tokers and his wife's boyfriends, but I get your point...

I think one of the reasons for lack of sales is the fact that Will hasn't put out any new music for the last 20 years. Because he's gone so long without releasing new music then people are going to forget/lose interest about his music career and there are now people who don't even know he's a rapper. If he had just kept the music alive even if it was just releasing one new song a year on Spotify/iTunes then maybe things would be different now.

Will Smith is pathetic. Almost 60 and he decides to make a mediocre song about "loving pretty girls". I can't believe I used to look up to this guy when I was growing up. The Fresh Prince was cool, Will Smith is lame. Don't get confused!

Will Smith is pathetic. Almost 60 and he decides to make a mediocre song about "loving pretty girls". I can't believe I used to look up to this guy when I was growing up. The Fresh Prince was cool, Will Smith is lame. Don't get confused!

Will Smith is officially back in the music game — and he’s bringing the sunshine. After a long hiatus from the music scene, the global star drops a fun, carefree new track titled “Pretty Girls”, featuring up-and-coming rapper OBanga. Blending nostalgic ’90s energy with a fresh 2025 urban twist, “Pretty Girls” is exactly what its title promises: a breezy, danceable tribute to summer, fun, and — of course — the girls who light up the season. With a rhythmic beat laced with dancehall influences and smooth, catchy hooks, the track is tailor-made for beach parties, car rides with the windows down, and TikTok dance clips. Will Smith keeps things light and playful, sticking to his signature clean style: positive vibes, cheeky humor, and effortlessly likable charisma. There’s no need for bravado here — just feel-good rhymes and a groove you can’t help but move to. Meanwhile, OBanga injects the song with modern street flavor and energetic flow, offering a cool contrast that keeps the track dynamic and relevant. His presence adds that necessary edge, helping “Pretty Girls” land comfortably between throwback charm and contemporary heat. Though not meant to be deep or groundbreaking, “Pretty Girls” succeeds as a sunny, feel-good soundtrack to summer 2025 — and marks a confident step in Will Smith’s musical reawakening. Expect buzz, smiles, and replay buttons getting worn out. source: https://hit-channel.com/will-smith-pretty-girls-obanga-2025/

It’s a cynical play for dumb tik tokkers- I don’t mind Will doing some fun rap but this is not it. I mean he is capable of making something like Summertime - this has no substance and just straight bad. I always defend Will but I can’t defend this record.

Yep, this is going to get destroyed. And it's a total 180 from BOATS. I can only imagine the lack of sales and streams has pushed him into thinking he needs to be more commercial.

I think it’s going to backfire - look at the comments on Wills tik Tok - he is being absolutely savaged for how bad this is.

I get what he's trying to do. It's a song made for TikTok and social media. He's trying to stay relevant, he's riding trends. It doesn't appeal to the old skool Hip Hop heads like most of us. We're all hoping he will get back in the lab with Jeff but he's just having fun and trying things. I could see this blow up on TikTok and other social media. It's got a catchy hook and a fun beat. Lyrics are basic club rap, it's better than First Love in my opinion.