Fans Defend Nicki Minaj As #FatAndForty & #Shes40 Trend On Rapper’s Birthday
The Nicki Minaj trolls were out in full force for her 40th birthday, tweeting up a storm using the hashtags #Shes40 and #FatAndForty.

Cardi B Blames Album Delay On “Anxiety” After Clapping Back At Fan Questioning Her Passion
Cardi B admitted, “making music to me has become a job that gets me anxiety,” but performing reawakens her passion.

Kanye West’s New Song Addresses Antisemitism Criticism: “Everyone’s A Karen”
“Tweeted Death Con now we passed three,” Kanye West raps on the new song, which also samples his recent Hitler-praising Infowars interview.

Petition Seeks To Strip Kanye West Of Honorary Doctorate Over Antisemitic Comments
Over 11,000 people have signed their names to a petition to have Kanye’s degree stripped.

EXCLUSIVE: Dame Dash Loses Defamation Case; Must Pay Nemesis Lawyer
Attorney Christopher Brown won his defamation case against Dame Dash, adding a new layer to their contentious history.

Ludacris Teams With Mercedes-Benz To Donate Shoes To Atlanta Kids
Ludacris, Mercedes-Benz and the nonprofit Shoes That Fit provided more than 1,000 pairs of sneakers to students in Atlanta.

Roddy Ricch Slapped With Lawsuit Over His Smash Hit “The Box”
Roddy Ricch, producer 30 Roc and Atlantic Records have been accused of copyright infringement by singer Greg Perry.

Takeoff Murder Suspect Asks Judge For Money To Hire Private Investigator
Takeoff’s alleged killer Patrick Xavier Clark needs help to pay for a private investigator in the murder case.

That Would Be Dr. Z-Ro To You! Rapper Receives Honorary Doctorate From Christian Bible University
The Texas legend was elevated because of his charitable work.

Sha EK Charts #1 On Billboard Heatseekers Chart Days Before Release Of ‘RETURN OF THE JIGGY’
Teen drill sensation on the brink of his debut album receives top honor.

Mary J. Blige, Lil Tjay, Kendrick Lamar & Migos Make Google’s Top Trending Musicians List For 2022
Oscar winner Will Smith made the People section’s Top 5.

Tory Lanez Settles Alleged Assault Cases Involving ‘Love & Hip Hop’ Star Prince
Controversial recording artist #ToryLanez still has other legal concerns.

DDG Sparks Debate By Declaring YouTubers Make More Money Than Rappers
Fellow internet content creator #KSI co-signs #DDG.

Keke Palmer Fires Back At Commenters Calling Her Ugly
The Emmy winner says she’s beautiful in real life.

Offset: Don’t Post Takeoff Unless It’s In A Good Light Please!
While still mourning his cousin’s death, Offset has a request for the public.

18-Year-Old Arrested In Connection To Murder Of U.K. Rapper TKorStretch At Notting Hill Carnival
A teenager has been arrested on suspicion of the murder of promising drill rapper TKorStretch who was fatally stabbed in August.

Tory Lanez’s Lawyer Expects Rapper To Be “Exonerated Of All Charges” Following Trial In Megan Thee Stallion Shooting Case
Tory Lanez declared, “No weapon formed against me shall prosper,” as his lawyer said he’s “confident” the rapper will be acquitted.

Lizzo Crowned People’s Champion At People’s Choice Awards; Brings A Host Of Activists On Stage To Share Award
Lizzo was reluctant to receive the People’s Champion Award but did so to use her platform to “amplify marginalized voices.”

Missy Elliott Recalls Making ‘Supa Dupa Fly’ Album In 2 Weeks, Opens Up About Her Discography
Missy Elliott revealed some of the pressures she and Timbaland faced over the years when crafting her hit albums.

Cardi B Encourages “50/50” Relationships After Being Left Homeless By An Ex
Cardi B urged women to go 50/50 in relationships after she was left homeless when the man she was financially dependent on kicked her out.