Bun B and Chase B Debate the Best Get Up Anthems of Houston | Billboard x Tres Generaciones Tequila

Billboard and Tres Generaciones Tequila are partnering to find the Get Up Anthems of select cities, and the first stop is Houston, Texas. In conversation with Rocsi Diaz, Houston natives Bun B and Chase B sat with Billboard’s Damien Scott and Cat Johnson to curate their top 10 Get Up Anthems for Houston. The list includes songs that inspired and energized their city, by Houston artists, presented by Tres Generaciones Tequila.

Bun B:
All right, look, I’m gonna just, I’m gonna just throw it out there because somebody’s got to say, this is No. 1.

Cat Johnson:
One?

Bun B:
I’m gonna let y’all argue this with me. I’m gonna let you argue this, but there is no record in Houston, I think, in 2024 that more people will agree represent Houston.

Rosci Diaz:
Hi, I’m Rosci Diaz, and I’m on a journey with Billboard and Tres Generaciones Tequila to celebrate and toast the power music has to inspire us. Together, we’re setting out to curate the official Get Up Anthems for cities across the country. We’re going to be crowning those iconic tracks which have inspired, captivated and energized each city’s essence. And first up, The Bayou City, Houston, Texas. Thanks, Cliff.

Joining me is none other than the legendary rapper and entrepreneur, Bun B, whose lyrics have shaped the very essence of Houston’s rap scene. Alongside him we have acclaimed DJ and music producer Chase B, whose electrifying sets have ignited stages worldwide. And let’s not forget Billboard‘s very own Damien Scott and Cat Johnson, whose editorial insight and passion for music have illuminated countless narratives within the industry.

So a few weeks ago, we all met up to start the process of identifying the city’s official Get Up Anthems. We started using Billboard‘s charts and the data that they have and use it as a springboard to narrow … 

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Emily Fuentes

Billboard