Janelle Monae – Tightrope (ft.Big Boi).

A perfect slice of rolling, summery funk backed by a killer Big Boi verse. Bit confused why they’re leaking this now; “Tightrope” was clearly made for BBQ season. Janelle’s debut on Bad Boy, The Arch-Android, drops on May 18.

BTW, go see Janelle live if you ever get the chance, she puts on one of the best live shows I’ve ever seen. Hit the jump for some upcoming tour dates.

Download: Janelle Monae – Tightrope (ft.Big Boi)

Via Janelle Monae’s site

MARCH

15 Washington, DC Black Cat

17 Philadelphia, PA Johnny Brenda’s

18 Philadelphia, PA Johnny Brenda’s

21 San Francisco, CA Café Du Nord

22 San Francisco, CA Café Du Nord

23 Los Angeles, CA The Viper Room

24 Los Angeles, CA The Viper Room

29 Schubas Tavern Chicago, IL

30 Schubas Tavern Chicago, IL

31 Varsity Theater Minneapolis, MN

APRIL

2 St. Andrews Detroit, MI

5 Smith’s Olde Bar Atlanta, GA

6 Smith’s Olde Bar Atlanta, GA

9 Joe’s Pub New York, NY

10 Joe’s Pub New York, NY