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That Would Be Dr. Z-Ro To You! Rapper Receives Honorary Doctorate From Christian Bible University

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Houston rapper Z-Ro has a new title to attach to his name.

According to Fox 26 News, the artist whose real name is Joseph McVey was bestowed an Honorary Doctorate Degree in Humanities from the Leaders Esteem Christian Bible University.

In addition to this degree, he was presented with a Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award.

The artist posted about it on his Instagram saying, “Over the weekend some cool sh*t happened! Now when they say “Is there a Doctor in the house?” I can be like “Dr. Rothalamu Vandralian at your service!” I also received a Lifetime Achievement Award! 🤘🏾🤘🏾🤘🏾 Thank you  @devinecreationz & @candicematthewsdr #OD4L”

Dr. Candice Matthews nominated the recording artist because he has “done so much for the community.”

She said, “It was my pleasure to nominate Z-Ro because he’s done so much in the community and the city of Houston.”

“But to see Z-Ro being publicly humiliated, I felt that it was high time to lift up our brother!!! What the Devil does to humiliate,” she continued. “GOD will put you in place to elevate!!! Therefore, we at Leaders Esteem Christian Bible University did just that! Congratulations again Dr. Z-Ro!”

Two others who also received the honorary doctorate in humanities are state Representative Ron Reynolds and Fort Bend County Pct. 3 Constable Nabil Shike.

 Another rapper that also received a Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award is Lil Flip.

Sha EK Charts #1 On Billboard Heatseekers Chart Days Before Release Of ‘RETURN OF THE JIGGY’

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An overjoyed Sha EK, a 19-year-old drill rapper from the Bronx, is living his best life. Soaring to the top of the charts and changing how people view his genre of music with a focus on production and rap skills.

Defiant/ Warner Records freshman recently dropped his new mixtape “Face of What” in September and months later he can boast a prized fruit of his labor.

At an intimate dinner with his friends, family, and some executives from the music world, Chris Atlas, the Executive Vice President of Urban Music at Warner Records, presented him with a plaque for going #1 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart!

While accepting his plaque, the rapper, whose real name is Chalim Perry, expressed how happy he was to be out of the streets, have no threat of jail, and is making his mother proud.

He also was proud of his new music and that he did it without being grimy to others in his tracks.

“I just wanted to show n##gas that I didn’t have to diss nobody,” Sha EK said to the room full of influencers. “I’m an artist. I can really rap and that’s all you are going to hear [on the new project “RETURN OF THE JIGGY”] is real music.”

“RETURN OF THE JIGGY” is set to drop on Friday, Dec. 9.

Mary J. Blige, Lil Tjay, Kendrick Lamar & Migos Make Google’s Top Trending Musicians List For 2022

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Global search engine juggernaut Google released its annual “Year In Search” data. The 2022 edition for the United States features names like Mary J. Blige and Kendrick Lamar.

Mary J. Blige landed at #2 in the Musicians and Bands category for 2022. The undisputed Queen of Hip Hop Soul released her Grammy-nominated Good Morning Gorgeous album in February.

Additionally, Blige performed as part of the Emmy-winning Super Bowl LVI halftime show. She also received the Billboard Icon Award this year. Plus, Time named MJB as one of the 100 Most Influential People in the World.

New York City-based rapper Lil Tjay came in at #3 for the top trending Musicians and Bands searches in the United States. The Columbia recording artist made headlines after being shot during an attempted robbery in June. Tjay had to dispel rumors he suffered paralysis from the incident.

Kendrick Lamar followed Lil Tjay at #4 on Google’s Musicians and Bands list. The pgLang founder dropped his chart-topping Mr. Morale & the Big Steppers studio LP in May. Lamar also embarked on The Big Steppers Tour.

Migos rounded out the Top 5 at #5. 2022 has been a difficult year for the rap group. Speculation that the trio of Offset, Quavo, and Takeoff split up dominated a lot of the conversation surrounding Migos for months. Then tragedy struck when a gunman killed Takeoff on November 1 in Houston.

Rapper/actor Will Smith place second in Google’s Top Trending People section behind fellow movie star Johnny Depp. Media outlets fixated on Smith following his infamous “Oscar Slap” at the 94th Academy Awards.

Before winning Best Actor for King Richard, Will Smith smacked Chris Rock in the face on stage in response to Rock joking about the bald head of Smith’s wife Jada Pinkett Smith. Chris Rock placed seventh on the 2022 People list.

“We Don’t Talk About Bruno” from Encanto (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) finished as the #1 song for Google’s “Year In Search” results for 2022. The album’s “Surface Pressure” occupies the runner-up position.

Encanto was the #1 movie. Maroon 5 frontman Adam Levine was the #1 musician. Euphoria was the #1 television show. Antonio Brown was the #1 athlete. Philadelphia Phillies were the #1 sports team. Wordle was the overall top trending search for the year.

Google bases its “Year In Search” information in the United States on queries that had a high spike in traffic over a sustained period in 2022 as compared to 2021. The provided data does not reflect the “most searched” or “top searches” for the time period.

Tory Lanez Settles Alleged Assault Cases Involving ‘Love & Hip Hop’ Star Prince

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It has already been a newsworthy week for Daystar “Tory Lanez” Peterson. As his felony assault case in California heads to trial, the Canadian rapper/singer reportedly closed out another serious legal situation.

RadarOnline reports Tory Lanez reached a financial settlement with Love & Hip Hop: Miami star Christopher Michael “Prince” Harty. Apparently, the agreement is part of an attempt by Lanez’s new legal team to avoid that case going to court.

Back in August, attorney Christopher E. Ells withdrew himself as Tory Lanez’s legal counsel in the Prince Harty civil case. Ells cited “irreconcilable differences” as the reason to part ways with the “Say It” performer.

Prince accused Lanez of attacking him at Miami Beach’s Vendôme Club in 2020. That allegation came after the self-described Prince of South Beach claimed he needed teeth surgery as a result of an altercation with Lanez at LIV nightclub in November 2019.

“Last night our security broke up an altercation between Love and Hip Hop’s Prince and Tory Lanez. We have a zero-tolerance policy towards violence and both parties were immediately asked to leave the venue,” read a statement from LIV management.

As a result of those incidents, Prince sought unspecified damages by suing Tory Lanez for physical, psychological, and mental distress. Lanez initially insisted any actions against the reality show star/party promoter were done in self-defense.

Multiple People Have Accused Tory Lanez Of Violent Behavior

Despite apparently settling his legal issues with Prince in recent days, Tory Lanez still faces around 23 years in prison if a jury convicts him of shooting Megan Thee Stallion. That assault/firearm trial will likely begin in California on December 12.

In addition, R&B singer August Alsina alleged Tory Lanez also struck him backstage at the Fall Back In Love Comedy & Music Jam tour in September. At first, Lanez suggested he was in a recording studio at the time of the supposed attack. However, video footage showed Alsina and Lanez together at the location on that night.

Tory Lanez continues to portray a positive outlook about his pending legal troubles. Attorney George Mgdesyan expressed confidence that his client will not be convicted of allegedly shooting Megan Thee Stallion. Lanez also recently tweeted, “No weapon formed against me shall prosper… EVER.”

DDG Sparks Debate By Declaring YouTubers Make More Money Than Rappers

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Darryl Dwayne Granberry Jr. went from being a popular YouTube content creator to a Platinum-certified recording artist. The 25-year-old entertainer, better known as DDG, believes one profession is more lucrative than the other.

“[Not gonna lie]… YouTubers/streamers make more money than rappers and it’s not even close,” tweeted DDG on Tuesday evening. That post collected over 28,000 likes on Twitter.

It seems the Pontiac, Michigan native got some pushback on that take about YouTube money versus Hip Hop money. Around four hours later, he returned to Twitter to shame his less wealthy critics.

“I ain’t arguing [with] no n#### I’m richer than… lol you got it, lil bro, 😂,” wrote the former  Central Michigan University student. Around 4,000 users pushed the like button for that particular tweet.

KSI Backs Up DDG’s Rapping Vs Streaming Take

DDG did get a co-sign from fellow YouTuber/rapper Olajide Olayinka Williams “JJ” Olatunji aka KSI. The London-born Atlantic Records signee offered his own comparison between rapping, streaming, and boxing.

“YouTube/Streaming = most money, Music = most respect mainstream wise, Boxing = most respect online wise,” offered KSI in the replies to DDG’s original tweet about YouTubers versus rappers.

KSI has competed in several professional boxing matches, including a famous 2019 victory over YouTuber Logan Paul. DDG also stepped into the ring in 2021 to defeat TikTok star Nate Wyatt in an amateur bout at the “Social Gloves: Battle of the Platforms” event.

Top Hip Hop Stars Reportedly Make More Money Than Top YouTube Stars

According to reports, MrBeast ranked as the highest-paid YouTuber of 2021 by earning an estimated $54 million that year. The Paul brothers also made the Top 10 list with Jake Paul racking up $45 million for a #2 ranking. Logan Paul landed at #9 with $18 million.

In comparison, Hip Hop legend Shawn “Jay-Z” Carter made an estimated $470 million in 2021. The Roc Nation boss topped a list that also featured Kanye West ($250 million), Diddy ($75 million), and Drake ($50 million).

DDG launched his main YouTube channel in 2014. As of press time, the PontiacMadeDDG page has collected over 3 million subscribers and 471 million views. His official music channel arrived on the platform in 2017.

Since crossing over to the music space, DDG managed to earn RIAA plaques for 2018’s “Arguments” as well as 2020’s “Moonwalking in Calabasas” featuring Blueface. His discography also contains the Epic Records-released Valedictorian and It’s Not Me It’s You albums.

Keke Palmer Fires Back At Commenters Calling Her Ugly

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Keke Palmer is experiencing a superstar-making rise at the moment. Her role in Jordan Peele’s Nope has garnered industry award consideration, and her baby bump reveal on Saturday Night Live became a trending topic.

Apparently, there are some people on social media that choose to focus on negativity when it comes to the 29-year-old actress/singer. Keke Palmer had to address any haters that took shots at her appearance.

“I just saw a few comments of [people] saying I was ugly ’cause I wasn’t wearing any makeup. And I really want y’all to get the help y’all need because makeup isn’t real. I’m beautiful in real life, because of who I am, not what I look like,” tweeted Palmer on Tuesday.

The So Uncool album creator also tweeted, “I wish I could bottle how I feel about myself and sell it. Because some people take comments to heart and these ppl just say anything. I mean truly it’s insane to say anyone is ugly, but especially me. 🤣🤣🤣.”

Keke Palmer began her run in Hollywood as a pre-teen by starring in 2007’s Akeelah and the Bee film. She went on to be part of the cast of other movies like Madea’s Family Reunion, Joyful Noise, Hustlers, and Alice.

Additionally, Palmer once hosted her own talk show titled Just Keke for the BET network. The Primetime Emmy Award winner later co-anchored ABC’s Strahan, Sara and Keke alongside Michael Strahan and Sara Haines.

Keke Palmer’s television résumé also includes stints on True Jackson, VP, Winx Club, and Scream Queens. She also played Rozonda “Chilli” Thomas in VH1’s CrazySexyCool: The TLC Story biopic. Palmer led the internet-based mockumentary series That’s the Gag as well.

Offset: Don’t Post Takeoff Unless It’s In A Good Light Please!

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The Hip Hop world is still feeling the loss of Migos rapper Takeoff. One of his surviving groupmates, Offset, posted a heartfelt Instagram message about his deceased family member last month.

“The pain you have left me with is unbearable,” wrote Offset on November 15. “My heart is shattered and I have so many things to say, but I can’t find the words.

The 30-year-old Georgia native continued, “I’ve been going to sleep and waking up hoping that all of this is a dream, but it’s reality, and reality feels like a nightmare.”

Offset continued to mourn Takeoff’s untimely death in other Instagram posts. Yesterday, Set also made a personal request on how he would like to see the public address The Last Rocket album creator.

“Don’t post Takeoff unless it’s in a positive light please!” stated Offset. It is not clear what may have inspired Set to share that statement at the time that he did.

Quavo, Cardi B & Other Family Members Joined Offset In Publicly Grieving Takeoff’s Death

Several of Takeoff’s additional loved ones have spoken out about his passing. The third Migos member, Quavo, shared his own touching Instagram message about his nephew.

“It’s so hard to tell you Ima miss you because you always with me and we did everything together. Since we were kids you been by my side lookin up at me, them eyes waiting on me to make the next move… then you followed up right behind me,” conveyed Quavo.

Offset’s wife, Hip Hop superstar Cardi B, paid tribute to Takeoff as well. Takeoff’s brother, YRN Lingo, also took to social media to share his thoughts about his sibling no longer being here.

“I know God had to meet one of his purest angels because you were one of them. I’m still trying to understand this life thing, just help me and guide me through this hell on earth, ’cause it’s going to be hard, super hard without you, bro,” posted YRN Lingo.

18-Year-Old Arrested In Connection To Murder Of U.K. Rapper TKorStretch At Notting Hill Carnival 

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Another person has been arrested in connection to the murder of promising U.K. rapper TKorStretch at London’s Notting Hill Carnival in August.  

21-year-old Takayo Nembhard, a.k.a TKorStretch, died after being stabbed during the event in Ladbroke Grove, west London, on Aug. 29. According to multiple reports, a teenager was arrested on Tuesday after surrendering to police. He remains in custody on suspicion of murder. 

Meanwhile, authorities are still attempting to trace another man captured on CCTV at the carnival. They issued an image of the man asking for anybody who can identify him to come forward. 

Detective Inspector Laura Semple, Specialist Crime, revealed cops are seeking witnesses to assist the investigation. “If can you help or have any information – no matter how small – about Takayo’s murder please come forward.” 

Police Appeal For Witnesses To TKorStretch Murder

A police statement confirms detectives are appealing for any video footage taken of the incident. “This incident happened during the carnival in a large crowd,” the statement reads. Cops believe any phone or camera recordings could help identify those responsible for the murder. 

TKorStretch was attacked in Ladbroke Grove, under the Westway flyover. He was taken to hospital where he sadly died. His cause of death was listed as a stab wound to the right groin femoral artery. 

Cops have arrested several people in connection with the incident. A 23-year-old man and an 18-year-old man were arrested in TKorStretch’s hometown of Bristol on suspicion of murder on Oct. 19. A 20-year-old woman was also arrested in London on suspicion of assisting an offender. 

The teenager and the woman were bailed pending further inquiries, while the third suspect was released under investigation. 

Days after the initial arrests, cops also apprehended a 17-year-old boy in Bristol on suspicion of the murder. Police arrested the teen on Oct. 22 and subsequently bailed him pending further inquiries. 

Tory Lanez’s Lawyer Expects Rapper To Be “Exonerated Of All Charges” Following Trial In Megan Thee Stallion Shooting Case 

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Although Tory Lanez was hit with another charge in the Megan Thee Stallion shooting case, his attorney is “confident” his client will be fully cleared by the end of the trial. 

Prosecutors hit the Toronto native with a third felony charge on Monday (Dec. 5). He has now been charged with discharging a firearm with gross negligence. He previously pleaded not guilty to the initial charges of assault with a semiautomatic firearm and carrying a loaded, unregistered firearm in a vehicle.  

If convicted on all three counts Tory Lanez faces a maximum of 22 years and eight months in prison. 

However, his attorney, George Mgdesyan believes the musician will escape prison and be cleared of all charges against him.  

“We are confident that at the conclusion of this trial the truth will come out,” Mgdesyan told TMZ. “Mr. Peterson will be exonerated of all charges.” 

Tory Lanez took to social media on Tuesday afternoon with his own confident message.  

“No weapon formed against me shall prosper,” he tweeted before adding, “EVER.”  

Prosecutors accuse Tory Lanez of shooting Megan Thee Stallion in July 2020. He cannot discuss the case publicly after a judge issued a gag order preventing him from doing so. 

Megan Thee Stallion Feared Tory Lanez Might Kill Her

Megan is not bound by any such restriction, telling Gayle King earlier this year she worried Tory Lanez could kill her.  

“He started shooting, and I’m just like, ‘oh my God.’ He shot a couple of times. And I didn’t even want to move. I don’t want to move too quick like ’cause I’m like ‘oh my God’ if I take the wrong step, I don’t know if he can shoot something that’s like super important.’ I don’t know if he could shoot me and kill me,” Megan Thee Stallion explained to King in April. She added “I was really scared because I had never been shot at before.”

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Lizzo Crowned People’s Champion At People’s Choice Awards; Brings A Host Of Activists On Stage To Share Award 

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Lizzo showed what it means to be a true voice of the people after receiving the People’s Champion honor at the 2022 People’s Choice Awards on Tuesday evening (Dec. 6). 

The “Grrrls” hitmakers brought the audience to tears with her heartfelt acceptance speech, using her platform to “amplify marginalized voices,” bringing out 17 activists on stage with her to accept the trophy.  

“I’m [going to] be honest, when I first heard about this award, I was on the fence about whether I should accept because, if I’m the people’s champ, I don’t need a trophy for championing people,” Lizzo revealed as she addressed the crowd.  

“I’m here tonight, because to be an icon isn’t about how long you’ve had your platform. Being an icon is what you do with that platform. And ever since the beginning of my career, I’ve used my platform to amplify marginalized voices.” 

Lizzo, who also won Song of the Year, then welcomed to the stage activists she believes deserves the spotlight for their work.  

 “Tonight, I’m sharing this honor,” Lizzo said, before introducing each guest by name and highlighting their field of work. Watch Lizzo receive the People’s Champion Award in the clip below.  

Lizzo Accepts People’s Champion Award With A Host Of Activists

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“When I think of Lizzo the word champion comes to mind,” Lizzo’s mother, Shari Johnson-Jefferson, said, presenting her famous daughter with the award. “She’s a champion of others, she builds you up and she’s always in your corner. I should know because I’m her mother.” 

She continued: “Melissa has always been herself, 100% that chic and she has shown us all that we don’t have to conform to anyone’s standards in order to be happy, to be creative and to feel worthy. I know that Lizzo has literally saved lives. No one is more deserving of this honor and I’m so proud of her.” 

Missy Elliott Recalls Making ‘Supa Dupa Fly’ Album In 2 Weeks, Opens Up About Her Discography

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Missy Elliott has given fans a glimpse behind the curtain, revealing some of the pressures involved in creating her groundbreaking albums.  

The Virginia native revealed how each album added to her artistry and how she and super producer Timbaland evolved to become one of the most creative duos in Hip-Hop.   

Missy Elliott revealed she felt “stressfree” crafting her debut LP, Supa Dupa Fly, in 1997 because she lacked expectation. However, the motivation for the project came from her desire to have her own label.  

“My label told me they would give me my own label if I did 1 album,” Missy explained. “So me & @Timbaland completed this album in 2 weeks not knowing this would be the beginning of many more to come🔥” 

The critically acclaimed album debuted at No. 3 on the Billboard 200, topped the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart, and would go on to achieve Platinum certification, selling over a million copies in the U.S. alone.  

According to Missy, the “hardest” and her “least favorite” project to complete was her sophomore offering, Da Real World.  

“Because of the success of the 1st album I was so hard on myself,” she revealed. However, she eventually “realized the MASTERPIECE,” she and Timbaland created with her 1999 LP. 

Missy Elliott & Timbaland Wanted to “Experiment” On “So Addictive”

Missy felt some “relief” by the time she made her third album, 2001’s So Addictive, allowing her and Tim the space to “experiment.” The duo was “open to showing what the FUTURE of music could sound like in our minds🔥” 

So Addictive earned Missy her highest Billboard 200 chart position yet, debuting at No. 2. The album spawned the hits “One Minute Man”, featuring Ludacris and Trina, and “Get Ur Freak On” and went on to receive two Grammy Awards.  

Having created projects “so different in sound & cadence,” Missy and Timbaland were unsure where to go next. Nonetheless, they eventually combined their “love for old school Hip Hop & breaks beats” with their “FUTURE sound” to create Under Construction in 2002.  

A year later, Missy Elliot and Timbaland returned to “SOUND EXPERIMENTING” to make This Is Not a Test!  

“Each time we took a risk sonically,” Missy Elliot said of her partnership with Timbaland. Check out her tweets below.  

Cardi B Encourages “50/50” Relationships After Being Left Homeless By An Ex

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Cardi B has weighed in on the debate sparked by GloRilla last week over whether women should contribute 50/50 in their relationships. 

The NYC rapper agreed with her “Tomorrow 2” collaborator saying women should be financially independent if they want to build a future with their partner. 

Furthermore, Cardi has some experience in the matter, revealing she was once left homeless after the man she lived with kicked her out.  

When the topic came up during a recent Instagram live session, Cardi B explained, “I am not totally against 50/50.” She went on to add that it “really depends” on the individual “situation” and “lifestyle.” 

Cardi offered a scenario where a couple, earning $50k a year each, plan to buy a house as an example. However, only one party contributes to the bills and other household expenses. “B#### y’all never gonna buy a f###### house,” she stated. “And that just goes if you want to be a part of something.” 

Cardi acknowledged that some women might want to be kept by their partner but warned against it. ‘You ain’t got no say so in nothing,” she explained before adding, “A n#### could kick you out whenever.” 

The Grammy Award winner speaks from experience, having been kicked out by an ex before. “I didn’t like that feeling,” Cardi B recalled, revealing she was left homeless and had to sleep in a space below the roof of her building. 

Cardi B Reveals She Went 50/50 With Offset On ATL Home

She added, “I love to get maintained, but I do like ownership of certain s###. That’s why I went half and half on my house in Atlanta with my n####.” Cardi said while she is the sole owner of her NYC house, she and husband Offset plan on buying an NYC apartment together. They also will go halves on a place in L.A. Check out her comments in the clip below.  

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DJ Quik Believes He Deserves To Be On The Same Level As Dr. Dre

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DJ Quik ruminated about his status as an artist in a string of Twitter posts on Tuesday (December 6).

The Hip Hop legend felt he should be regarded as highly as Dr. Dre. DJ Quik said he knew why he never reached the same heights as his West Coast contemporary.

“I deserve to be where Dre is,” he wrote. “I don’t think it’s fair, but I understand why. I’ve never had a machine behind me, that always hurt my friends more than it did me.”

He added, “My friends have come to me in confidentiality to say ‘do your music like you want to. Just be DJ Quik! People love that s###!’”

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DJ Quik stressed his love for Dr. Dre, downplaying any perceived slight against the fellow producer. The 52-year-old artist claimed he was explaining himself as “neutrally” as he could.

“There is no automatic winning lottery ticket for everyone Periodt,” he wrote. “On this planet, you get what you get. But it’s what you do with what you have been given to work with that makes you a star.”

DJ Quik concluded, “I know I’ll never be as popular as I need to be, but I have 10s of artists superstars! And when they shine, I just smile. The janitor doesn’t get all the glory, but he keeps the backstage, clean as a triage.”

Kanye West Tells Jews To Forgive Hitler; Wants To “Update” The Constitution

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Kanye West appeared on another right-wing extremist’s platform to spout his antisemitic views and fondness for Adolf Hitler.

The controversial rapper sat down for an interview with Proud Boys founder Gavin McInnes. Kanye West continued to share his bizarre and offensive opinions, including his belief that Jewish people should forgive Adolf Hitler.

“Jewish people can’t tell me who I can love and who I can’t love,” ‘Ye said. “You can’t say, you can’t force your pain on everyone else. Jewish people, forgive Hitler today. Let it go.”

Less than a week ago, Kanye West declared he “liked Hitler” during an appearance on conspiracy theorist Alex Jones’ show InfoWars. Ye also said he “loved Nazis.”

Kanye West’s conversation with Gavin McInnes featured numerous antisemitic comments, more gripes about pornography and wild conspiracy theories. ‘Ye spoke about his presidential campaign, suggesting Candace Owens as a good running mate. But he complained about her being “controlled” by conservative commentator Ben Shapiro.

Near the end of the interview, ‘Ye shared his ideas for reshaping America. He claimed to be in the process of updating the U.S. Constitution.

“This is a Christian country and the rules of the country will be based on the Bible,” he said. “We’re going to realign—we’re gonna align the Constitution with the Bible. And update it. And we’re in the process of doing that right now.”

View the interview below. Kanye West’s remarks about the Constitution and forgiving Hitler begin around the 42-minute mark.

Tory Lanez Faces Third Charge In Megan Thee Shooting Case

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Prosecutors added a third felony charge against Tory Lanez in the Megan Thee Stallion shooting case.

According to multiple reports, Tory Lanez was charged with discharging a firearm with gross negligence on Monday (December 5). He faces up to six years in prison for the new charge.

Tory Lanez was originally charged with assault with a semiautomatic firearm and carrying a loaded, unregistered firearm in a vehicle. He pleaded not guilty to both charges.

The third felony charge won’t impact the Canadian artist’s maximum sentence if convicted on all three counts. He still faces a maximum of 22 years and eight months in prison.

Jury selection in the shooting trial began on Monday. Prosecutors accuse Tory Lanez, whose real name is Daystar Peterson, of shooting Megan Thee Stallion in July 2020.

A judge also released Tory Lanez from house arrest on Monday. Prosecutors objected, citing concerns about potential witness intimidation.

“I will terminate the house arrest at this point,” Los Angeles County Superior Court Judge David Herriford said. “The main reason is that during trial, it’s difficult to have a client who’s not accessible. I’m doing this mainly for the trial preparation aspect.”

The 30-year-old rapper was placed on house arrest in October. His bond stands at $350,000.

Yung Dub D Drops New Single, “Heal”, and Wakes Up the Industry

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Every artist has a unique journey and experience in the music industry. In most cases, the journey is usually very challenging, especially when you need the right connections. However, with determination and resilience, many artists can navigate the competitive industry and realize their dreams. Kedric Dewon Battee, commonly known by his stage name, Yung Dub D, is an American rapper from Dallas, Texas, taking the music industry by storm. His passion for music began when he was nine years old. He would sing with his cousins at his grandmother’s house, which was the first step toward his journey in the music industry.

Yung hails from a humble background of a single-parent family, as his father passed on when he was only six. His father’s death left him and his mother moving from place to place in search of a better life. However, the young music enthusiast did not let his background or past stop him from achieving his goals. He remained consistent and persistent in seeing his dreams come true.

A talented artist, Yung has produced hit after hit that has seen him gain a huge audience and increase his social media followers. Some notable accomplishments on his social media platforms include 100K views on YouTube for his video, “I Did”, 43K on Hush, 65K on Bloodline, and 20K on Codes. He was recognized in Los Angeles Weekly as number six of the “Top 10 Artists You Should Be Following on Instagram”.

Music enthusiasts yearn to listen to refreshing music that resonates with people’s daily lives. Yung’s latest single, “Heal”, has gained a cult-like audience. In this single, attaining love is something Yung created to help others in a healing process because it is relatable, and others need to know the importance of healing through relationships.

At times, listening to what others say about you can outweigh what you believe about yourself. You tend to limit yourself based on the perception of others concerning your life, which limits your potential and derails your dreams. This is an obstacle Yung struggled with because people did not believe in him or his career aspirations. However, he overcame this hurdle by listening to himself and not what others thought of him. He says realizing he is in charge of his life helped him negate the opinions of others.

Yung advises other aspiring artists to never surrender their passions, even if other people doubt them. He insists on taking control of the wheel of your life. You are the driver and not a passenger that rides along with what others dictate in your life. He also believes that you alone know your passion in life, and you should not let others discourage you and underestimate your belief in your dreams.

Yung hasn’t stopped dreaming and is continually working hard to see his dreams come true. His biggest dream and aspiration is to be one of the greatest rappers in history. He is currently working on two projects, and he is very optimistic that the future is even brighter. He dreams of his music creating a worldwide sensation and being globally recognized.

Theprinceofnc Wants You In His Bed!

By: Brxton Lee Updated Category: Music
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After dropping banger music videos to tracks like Keep Going and Intro, Theprinceofnc is finally back with a romantic music video for his track “Bed”. The track is featured on his new EP, Prince for President.

Many people would say Theprinceofnc sounds like a southern Drake with the smooth and distinctive punch lines he delivers effortlessly. Theprinceofnc and Redwrld1of1 teamed up for another movie which is just one of many videos the duo has released. Redwrld1of1 also filmed “Keep Going” and “Intro” which both turned out to be hit records! It is rumored that Redwrld1of1 will also be filming Theprinceofnc anticipated track “Massacre” in late January.

“Bed was initially written around 2 am when I was writing poetry about my girlfriend and how much I really just wanted her if you know what I mean?” said Theprinceofnc. The delightful music video shows him and another young lady bonding together in a romantic manner who is also rumored to be his girlfriend. 

When it comes to Theprinceofnc’s music, it is easy to say that he is easily one of the most versatile artists out of North Carolina, constantly applying pressure. Hard work is one of Prince’s best characteristics, with him having to put his music career on hold due to a minor infraction with the law, he is currently releasing a new track called “Massacre” which is highly anticipated by fans from all over the country.

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Musician Big Swapp Brings a New Global Sound

By: Brxton Lee Updated Category: Music
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Just as the music industry has evolved in its style and sounds, audiences have also expanded their preferences. Music enthusiasts are always looking for fresh and unique sounds to feel enthralled and connected to. This consistent demand for a distinct style of music has paved the way for many new talents in the industry who are fearless in their style and never hesitate to experiment. Musician and rapper, Big Swapp, belongs to this new crop of artists, always working hard to bring something new to the audience. 

Born in Haiti and raised in New Jersey, Big Swapp organically absorbed the diverse culture of music of these two places, and his love for music and gifted creative skills has further shaped his career as a rapper. He has a unique sound that quickly separates him from other contemporary rappers. He also stands out for his electrifying energy and infectious positive vibes that instill the groove in his tunes. 

Big Swapp is known as a turnt rapper, identified for his swag. His music is a breeze of freshness that audiences do not just enjoy listening to but also feel connected to. He strikes a perfect balance between a positive attitude and good vibes with his personality and music that sets the stage on fire. His music is something that fans feed on and go crazy about. Big Swapp’s strong stage presence and unparalleled ability to read the crowd’s vibe ignites the music scene both virtually and also in live music shows. 

Today, Big Swapp is a sought-after name in the music scene in New Jersey. However, his journey so far has been a challenging one that changed his perception of life. Migrating from Haiti to the US at 11, Big Swapp faced discrimination during his teens. Growing up in Everington, New Jersey, he was chased down on the streets for his Haitian origin. As an escape from these ugly experiences, Big Swapp chose to adopt the street life and crewed up with a gang of 12. However, he later realized his bigger dreams, which would not be fulfilled by living a street culture. That’s when Big Swapp decided to pivot his life positively. 

It has been a while since Big Swapp left the street lifestyle and is living sober to build a solid career in the music industry. He left street life during his junior high school days and even pursued a college degree for a couple of years. He turned all negative experiences into positivity to fuel his goal and left everything for the love of creating music and singing. Professionally, Big Swapp is now making huge strides to take his voice to the international platform. 

Big Swapp is gradually paving the foundation to accomplish his dreams through large-scale musical tours and even signing deals with record labels. This talented artist has not restricted his career only to music. He is a fitness enthusiast and entrepreneur who loves to spend quality time with his family. Currently, Big Swapp is basking in the success of his new single “Instagram”. The song is drenched in new vibes and is leaving his fans craving more. Big Swapp wants to continue making incredible music, expanding his audience base throughout the world so he can spread happiness and positivity everywhere.

EXCLUSIVE: Nicki Minaj’s Husband & Rape Victim Ordered To Try To Settle Lawsuit

By: Justin Ivey Updated Category: Exclusives
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Nicki Minaj’s husband Kenneth Petty must participate in mediation with his rape accuser Jennifer Hough, who filed a lawsuit against him.

Last year, Jennifer Hough sued Nicki Minaj’s husband for infliction of emotional distress, harassment and witness intimidation. Judge James R. Cho referred the case to mediation on Tuesday (December 6).

“The case is referred to Court-annexed mediation,” the court noted. “Parties to select a mediator by 12/20/2022 and complete mediation by 3/6/2023. Parties may participate in the mediation remotely.”

It added, “Parties shall file a joint status report two weeks after completing the mediation, but no later than 3/20/2023, whichever date is earlier.”

Both sides will engage in “limited written discovery that would facilitate settlement discussions.” If Jennifer Hough and Kenneth Petty cannot reach a settlement, the case will proceed to trial.

The court also entered the pretrial schedule for the case on Tuesday. Automatic disclosures must be exchanged by January 9, 2023. All discovery, including expert depositions, needed to be to completed by September 5, 2023.

Jennifer Hough accused Kenneth Petty of trying to intimidate, harass and threaten her in an effort to make her recant her rape allegations against him. She sued him and his wife Nicki Minaj, claiming the rapper took part in the harassment campaign.

Earlier this year, Jennifer Hough dropped her claims against Nicki Minaj. But Kenneth Petty remained as a defendant in the lawsuit.

Kenneth Petty was convicted of first-degree attempted rape in 1995. He served more than four years in prison.

Nicki Minaj’s husband pleaded guilty to failing to register as a sex offender in 2021. A judge sentenced him to one year of home confinement and three years of probation in July.

Kenneth Petty is currently pursuing legal action against the State of New York and the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services over his sex offender status. Oral arguments in the case begin on January 6, 2023.

Kanye West Looking For Love After Antisemitic Comments, New Girl, Juliana Nalú, Publicly States Relationship Is Dead

By: Kershaw St. Jawnson Updated Category: News
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Seems like Kanye West’s antisemitic comments not only caused him to lose deals but also messed with his love life.

According to Page Six, the woman the rapper had been sharing time with, Juliana Nalú, has parted ways because of his negative comments about the Jews and his praise of Adolf Hitler.

After posting a pic on her Instagram, someone asked the Portuguese beauty in her native language how could she be down with someone who is “fond of Nazism,” she responded “I’m single. Thanks for caring.”

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West and Nalú stated dating around the time the rapper took to Twitter and tweeted out he was going to go “Death con 3 on Jewish People.”

However, many say the two were dating to help him “drown out the headlines about anti-Semitism with other content.” This “new girlfriend,” who is half his age, was a strategy “to try and make people forget” some of the awful and bigoted things he was saying.

Another ex has tried to distance herself from Yeezy.

According to AllHipHop.com, Julia Fox said dating Kanye actually backfired on her and alleges he is the reason why some of her acting opportunities dried up.

“I’m not getting as many offers as I was before, weirdly,” she said. “There’s been a lot of weird drawbacks with reaching that level of notoriety.”