LA rap trifecta Pac Div have recently released their anticipated sophomore album, GMB, and are tenaciously leading the charge in the city’s rap renaissance. Their latest single, “Sneakerboxes,” which Billboard premiered today, continues to keep it in the California family with features from 17-year-old Chip Gnarly reppin’ Inglewood, and long-time collaborator Big Sik.

With a big bass, sound-effect-laden production by the group’s own, Like, the track is one of Pac Div’s personal favorites off GMB. “It’s my favorite track because it has so much attitude and swagger,” says Mibbs. “It definitely feels like a throwback West Coast banger, something similar to NWA with that Ice Cube/Eazy-E flow.” Each verse picks up seamlessly where the previous left off, creating a flowing, lyrical conversation between emcees about how money isn’t an issue for the trio, despite being independent. “The inspiration behind sneakerboxes is really to send a message to the nosy people or fans who wonder how much money we make,” explains Mibbs. “We’ve always been heavy on our sneaker game, whether we’re trying or not, so by us having all those sneaker boxes handy, might as well use those for cash storage!”

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