The Marathon Continues: Nipsey Hussle and Bino Rideaux’s New Single “Sacrifices”

The legacy of Nipsey Hussle hits different. Even years after his passing, the man who turned the corner of Slauson and Crenshaw into a global landmark continues to speak to us through his music. Today, we’re getting another piece of that vision with the release of “Sacrifices” a standout new track featuring Nipsey alongside his frequent collaborator, Bino Rideaux, and the smooth, unmistakable vocals of James Fauntleroy.

This isn’t just another drop; it’s a look into the vault. “Sacrifices” is the second single from the upcoming collaborative project, PROLIFIC, which is officially dropping on August 14, 2026.

More Than Just a Project

If you’ve been following the Marathon movement, you know that PROLIFIC carries a lot of weight. This isn’t a collection of scraps put together after the fact. These are tracks that Nipsey and Bino were actively working on and perfecting together before we lost him in 2019.

As Blacc Sam has mentioned, this project was something Nipsey was genuinely proud of. Hearing these tracks today feels less like a “release” and more like listening to a conversation between two artists who were pushing each other to the next level.

The Vibe: Why “Sacrifices” Hits Home

Produced by the legendary Mike & Keys, “Sacrifices” captures that signature West Coast bounce, but it’s anchored by the kind of heavy, real-life lyricism that made Nipsey a neighborhood hero.

Bino Rideaux brings a raw energy that meshes perfectly with the atmosphere, while James Fauntleroy ties it all together with a hook that feels like a sunset in LA. It’s a reflective song—it digs into the actual price of success. It’s about the nights spent grinding, the things you have to leave behind, and the cost of turning a dream into something tangible. It’s the kind of song you put on when you’re driving or trying to put things into perspective.

What to Expect Next

The hype for PROLIFIC is building, and for good reason. Between the initial buzz from the first single, “Reckless” (feat. Static Major), and now this, the tracklist is shaping up to be essential listening.

• Project Title: PROLIFIC

• Drop Date: August 14, 2026

• Key Names: Nipsey Hussle, Bino Rideaux, James Fauntleroy

• Production: Mike & Keys

Whether you’ve been tapped into Nipsey’s catalog since the early mixtape days or you’re just now starting to understand why he’s held in such high regard, this project is a reminder that his influence is still growing.