Subtweet Shawn Proves He Is a Star With Single "Been Around the World" Featuring Chance the Rapper and Lookatlollyy
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#NOLAZINE - New Orleans entertainer Subtweet Shawn continues to prove that his talent extends far beyond comedy. Known for creating hilarious social media skits and showcasing his acting abilities, Shawn is also a talented recording artist who understands how to transform New Orleans culture into exciting music.
His newest single, “Been Around the World,” featuring Grammy Award-winning artist Chance the Rapper and rising talent Lookatlollyy, may be one of his biggest moments yet.
Released on August 12, 2026, the energetic collaboration combines the unmistakable rhythm of New Orleans bounce with a polished sound capable of reaching listeners across the country. The official release includes both the original version and a radio edit, making the record accessible to clubs, radio stations and streaming audiences. Listen on Apple Music
Carrying New Orleans Bounce Forward
New Orleans bounce has influenced popular music for decades, but the artists responsible for creating and preserving the sound have not always received proper recognition outside the city.
Performers such as Big Freedia, HaSizzle, Keno and many others have worked tirelessly to introduce bounce music to audiences around the world. Their energy, creativity and consistency helped establish the culture long before mainstream artists began experimenting with the sound.
Over the years, major performers including Drake, the City Girls and Megan Thee Stallion have incorporated elements of bounce into commercially successful records. Those moments brought valuable attention to New Orleans, but local artists remain the true heartbeat of the culture.
That is what makes Subtweet Shawn’s rise so important. He is a homegrown New Orleans entertainer bringing a mainstream presentation to an authentic local sound.
A Major Collaboration
Featuring Chance the Rapper on “Been Around the World” creates a powerful connection between New Orleans and Chicago. Chance brings national recognition and his distinctive personality to the collaboration, while Lookatlollyy adds another fresh voice to the record.
However, Subtweet Shawn remains the driving force behind the song. His confidence, charisma and understanding of bounce allow him to create a record that feels deeply connected to New Orleans without limiting its potential audience.
The collaboration also demonstrates Shawn’s ability to build relationships and create moments that extend beyond the music itself. The video shoot brought members of the New Orleans community together, transforming the release into a celebration of the city and its culture.
More Than a Social Media Comedian
Subtweet Shawn has already shown that he can entertain audiences through comedy, acting and producing. Music gives him another platform to display his creativity.
Many entertainers become trapped inside the category that first made them popular. Shawn refuses to allow that to happen. Instead of being known only for comedy skits, he continues expanding his brand and proving that he can create records with replay value.
“Been Around the World” feels like another step toward a much larger career. The record has the energy of New Orleans, the reach of a national collaboration and the personality of an artist who understands how to connect with people.
Here at Nolazine, we are proud to see Subtweet Shawn representing New Orleans on a bigger stage. He is helping carry bounce music forward while showing the industry that local artists can create mainstream moments without abandoning the culture that made them.
Check out “Been Around the World” by Subtweet Shawn, Lookatlollyy and Chance the Rapper, available now on major streaming platforms.
Follow Subtweet Shawn on social media at @subtweetshawn1.
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