Cuco and Jean Carter Drop 'My 45' with a Cinematic Music Video

Dreamy guitars, Californian beaches, a mysterious woman with a gun, and two forward-thinking musicians—this is the formula for My 45, the new track by Cuco and Jean Carter.

When you think of indie rock and hip-hop, only a few artists can truly pull off a harmonious production with a cohesive sonic journey. These guys hit the mark 100%!

It’s actually kind of funny that the story partially revolves around a .45-caliber pistol, which somehow makes the “shawty” and her boyfriend feel safe.

“I got my 45 (I got my 45)
So we gon’ be alright (We gon’ be alright)
We could hit streets (We could hit streets)
Or we could stay inside (Or we could stay, we could stay inside)”

Frankly, the lyrics aren’t the main focus here. The rich instrumentation and vocal synchronicity create a vibe you want to dive into immediately.

Whether you’re heading out for a surf session or just cruising around town with your babe, this is the track to play.

In less than 10 hours, the music video crossed 20K views—and for good reason. The panning shots and overall composition have a cinematic sophistication you’d expect from Hollywood.

With nearly 5 million Spotify listeners, Cuco propels up-and-coming hip-hop artist Jean Carter to a whole new level.

We definitely want more collabs like this—proof that two opposing genres can create something special when done with real passion.