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NOWYAKNOW is an independent music, hip-hop, culture, editorial and media publication. THE WIRE is its editorial home.

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THE WIRE looks at songs, artists and the culture around them. Our coverage brings release details, credits and reported figures together with listening notes and context, so readers can follow both the music and the story behind its attention.

Start with our Pink Blush explainer, which examines Dolly Babe's single and the streaming growth reported during its TikTok run.

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