Justin Magnaye’s “‘00 Lakers” Is a Comeback Anthem with Championship Swagger

Some songs flex without saying a word. Others drop names. Justin Magnaye’s new track “‘00 Lakers” does both—and somehow still leaves room for soul. If you’re not already tuned in to this East-meets-West coast storyteller from Jersey, now’s the time to catch up, because this track doesn’t just announce a return—it kicks the door down and walks in like it owns the room.

From the very first seconds, ‘00 Lakers oozes confidence. It’s not arrogant, though—it’s earned. There's a slick, velvet-lined R&B vibe pulsing through the track, but it never loses that raw edge. Justin blends that smooth, late-night groove with a sharp hip-hop cadence that speaks volumes without overselling itself. You hear hunger in his tone, precision in his bars, and a whole lot of heart in every hook.

This isn’t just a song. It’s a statement.

Justin’s been on a journey, and he doesn’t shy away from telling it like it is. ‘00 Lakers is his personal postgame interview after the comeback—the kind where you look the camera dead in the lens and say, “We’re not done yet.” There’s reflection in the lyrics, sure, but there’s also swagger. He owns his growth. He admits the quiet seasons, the doubts, the dips. And then he flips all of that into fuel.

And let’s talk about that title. It’s not just clever. It’s layered. He’s not referencing the Lakers of any era—he’s talking about the 2000 Lakers. Kobe. Shaq. A lineup that was locked in, laser-focused, and borderline unbeatable. That metaphor runs deep here. Justin gives flowers to his team, not just in a passing line, but by name-dropping every single player from that roster. That’s not just homage—that’s intention. It’s craft. It’s a message: everyone on this journey matters, and everyone’s got a role to play in the dynasty.

And the sound? Cinematic and bass-heavy, with that signature Magnaye polish. You can feel the influence of artists like Anderson .Paak and Bazzi, but it’s still uniquely him. His vocals carry both polish and grit—like someone who’s been through the grind but came out shinier on the other side.

‘00 Lakers isn’t about nostalgia—it’s about legacy. Justin isn’t just here to ride a wave. He’s building a hall-of-fame career with intention, vision, and tracks that slap just as hard as they speak.

This song doesn’t whisper “I’m back". It shouts, “We’re about to run it back".

And honestly? We believe him.