Marnz Malone & J Hus link up for new drop 'Unorthodox’

Marnz Malone is wasting no time following the success of 'YAQEEN'. After delivering one of the highest-selling UK rap projects of 2026, the Jamaican-born, Birmingham-based rapper has officially announced his eagerly anticipated new 14-track project, 'I Wish I Could Sing', arriving September 25th.

Alongside the announcement comes another major collaboration, with Marnz Malone linking up with J Hus for ‘Unorthodox’. Produced by Gusto and Smokey C, the track gives listeners another glimpse into what Marnz has been building towards, pairing two of the UK’s most distinctive voices over a production that leaves plenty of room for both artists to make their presence felt.

Opening with a captivating introduction, J Hus sets the tone with a militant delivery, bringing his trademark confidence to a verse that feels deliberately confrontational. Marnz follows suit with the kind of uncompromising bars that have become synonymous with his music, addressing anyone willing to test him and making it clear that he has no interest in being placed in the same bracket as his peers.

The collaboration carries an added significance given Marnz’s own journey over the past year. 'YAQEEN' established him as one of the UK’s most exciting voices, blending his experiences and influences into a project that connected strongly enough to become one of the year’s biggest-selling rap releases. Now, rather than sitting on that success, he is already looking towards his next statement.

Speaking on the single, Marnz described J Hus as “the Militerian himself”, revealing that ‘Unorthodox’ is just one of several collaborations they have “in the locker”. He also urged listeners to pay close attention to his lyrics, reinforcing the track’s central message: “don’t confuse me with these rappers.”

And if the guest list is anything to go by, 'I Wish I Could Sing' is shaping up to be an ambitious follow-up. The 14-track project features an impressive line-up including J Hus, Skillibeng, Byron Messia, Stardom and Clavish, among others, bringing together a wide range of voices.

With ‘Unorthodox’ now providing another taste of what’s ahead, Marnz Malone is ready to level up with 'I Wish I Could Sing' on September 25th.

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