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JP THE WAVY & Benjazzy go retrofuturistic with ‘BIG BANDS’

A standout cut from the 10-track Wavy Tape 3

LiFTED | Marcus Aurelius | 9 Oct 2025


When JP THE WAVY dropped Wavy Tape 3 in June, it cemented his status as one of Japanese Hip Hop’s elite. Now, the video for “BIG BANDS” featuring Benjazzy brings the project’s swagger into full retrofuturistic focus.

JP rocks a look that could belong to any era: vintage Bulls jersey, backwards cap, oversized chains. It’s pure 90s nostalgia elevated by his modern-day fashion edge. Vocally, he flexes a deep baritone over ineedmorebux’s sinister beat, sliding from double-time precision to smoky drawl. The vibe channels Pop Smoke grit with a touch of Playboi Carti’s bounce that sounds timeless yet fresh.

Benjazzy, a heavyweight in his own right, matches the energy with his trademark ferocity. Known for collaborations with ¥ellow Bucks and JP himself, he stomps through the track draped in a fat chain and glossy jacket, spitting with the conviction of a veteran who’s still hungry.

Together, they don’t just trade verses—they push each other harder, making “BIG BANDS” feel like both a friendly flex and a lyrical face-off.

Check out JP THE WAVY and Benjazzy turn it up in the “BIG BANDS” video below.