French Montana: The new 'For Khadija' film is coming and Kodak Black's down for it

New York rapper French Montana really does make magic when he links with hip-hop heavyweight Kodak Black. They have anthems together and it’s only right they run it back for their ‘I Can’t Lie’ single and music video from the upcoming For Khadija documentary film.

French Montana and Kodak Black link for ‘I Can’t Lie’

While we’ll have to wait until the June 16 release, hip-hop heads can appreciate music from the film courtesy of French and Black’s newest tune.

Multi-platinum artists French Montana and Kodak Black have surprised fans by joining forces to release their new single, "I Can't Lie". The single is the first song to come out for the official soundtrack to French Montana's upcoming documentary, FOR KHADIJA. The magnetic energy and infectious vibes brought to life by French Montana and Kodak Black, make the record an obvious contender for song of the summer.  

Produced by the renowned hitmaker London On Da Track, "I Can't Lie" is an extraordinary collaboration between French Montana andKodak Black, delivering a mesmerizing blend of their signature styles. The artists’ collaboration on the song showcases their undeniable chemistry and artistic prowess. The hypnotic melodies, coupled with the raw lyrics, create a captivating listening experience for fans around the world.

The record serves as a powerful testament to their accomplishments and the resilience they’ve displayed on their journey to success. "I Can’t Lie" is reflective of how their hard work and consistency to their craft has given way to their amazing and opulent lifestyles. The song reflects each artists' triumphs and their unyielding dedication to their dreams. Montana has also recently announced a joint album between the two artists is on it's way!

"I Can't Lie" being the first soundtrack single for French Montana’s highly anticipated documentary FOR KHADIJA premiering at Tribeca Film Festival on June 16th sets the tone for the film. The documentary provides an intimate look into French Montana's life, chronicling his rise to stardom, personal struggles as an immigrant from Morocco, and his profound achievements since coming to America.

Need more details on what For Khadija is all about? Curious about what French Montana has been up to these past few months? Say less.

FOR KHADIJA chronicles the unlikely rise of Moroccan-born, multi-platinum recording artist French Montana, as his single mother she sacrifices everything to raise her three young sons in the Bronx, after being abandoned by their father and left destitute. The film spans the globe as it depicts the family's unique immigrant journey, a son's perseverance in the face of insurmountable obstacles, and a mother's unwavering faith - all in pursuit of the American dream.

Moroccan-born, Bronx-raised rapper, French Montana, is a 3x Grammy Award-nominated, Diamond-certified rapper, humanitarian influencer, and philanthropist, actively fighting for global healthcare efforts in Uganda as GLOBAL CITIZEN’s first-ever rap ambassador. Some artists blur genres, but French Montana blurs borders. His inimitable fusion of classic East Coast rhymes, wavy pop swagger, and international ambition elevated him to the forefront of the game on a global scale.

Recently, Montana officially became the most streamed African Artist in history, a massive milestone in his already successful career. He also released Coke Boys 6: Money Heist Edition, the sixth tape in the Coke Boys series, which debuted #1 and #3 on iTunes Top Albums and #2 on Spotify’s Top Album Debuts in the US. Upon release, CB6: Money Heist Edition debuted #1 and #3 on iTunes Top Albums and #2 on Spotify’s Top Album Debuts in the US. The album also reached #1 selling R&B/Hip-Hop album of the week, and #1selling independent album of the week during its debut week. 

Over the years, French has built an indie empire with his Cocaine City imprint. Only speaking Arabic and French at a young age, his family immigrated to New York where he learned English and the language of hip-hop became a catalyst for him. He quickly embraced the culture, became enthralled with it, and began releasing the Cocaine City series of DVDs in 2002. Montana released his platinum-certified debut studio album Excuse My French in 2013, which peaked at #1 on the Hip Hop and R&B album charts. His second studio album, Jungle Rules, in 2017 peaked at number 3 on the Billboard charts and also received platinum certification. 10x platinum and Diamond certified record “Unforgettable” (Featuring Swae Lee) was the lead single of this album sparking an international dance challenge, which led French to partner with Mama Hope and Global Citizen to improve one of their hospitals in Uganda.