A bill supported by artists including Jay-Z, Fat Joe, and Meek Mill alongside academics like Michelle Alexander, restricting when prosecutors can cite rap lyrics as evidence during criminal cases, passed in New York’s state Senate on Tuesday (May 17).
Senate Bill S7527 referred to as “Rap Music on Trial,” must still pass the state assembly before becoming law. The bill, sponsored by Senator Brad Hoylman (D/WFP-Manhattan), Senator Jamaal Bailey (D-The Bronx), and Assemblymember Catalina Cruz (D-Queens), passed by a vote of 38-23.
While the bill covers artists across all genres, supporters argue the protection is vital for rap artists who use their lyrics to tell stories. Supporters also point to the disproportionate impact usage of rap lyrics has on Black men.
New York State Senator Brad Hoylman says, “Art is creative expression, not a blueprint of criminal plans. Yet we’ve seen prosecutors in New York and across the country try to use rap lyrics as evidence in criminal trial, a practice upheld this year by Young Thug’s prosecutors.”
“It’s time to end the egregous bias against certain genres of music – like rap – and protect the First Amendment rights of all artists,” Hoylman continues. “I’m proud the New York senate passed this legislation so that New York leads the way in treating artists fairly, no matter their race or gender.”
“Rap should not be treated differently from any other art form; yet in courtrooms across the country, artists have been unfairly targeted for simply exercising their right to creative expression,” said Senator Bailey. “Presuming a defendant’s guilt based solely on musical genre or creative expression is antithetical to our foundational rights and perpetuates the systemic racism that is embedded into the criminal justice system through discriminatory conflations of hip-hop and rap with criminality.”
Wanda Sykes is still reeling from Will Smith’s behavior at the 2022 Academy Awards.
During the ceremony on March 27th, the “King Richard” actor walked onto the stage and slapped comedian Chris Rock after he compared his wife Jada Pinkett Smith – who has the medical condition alopecia – to G.I. Jane.
Wanda Sykes co-hosted the event with Regina Hall and Amy Schumer and as part of her comedy set at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts in Orlando, Florida, she revealed that it will take her a long time to get over the incident.
“I’m still traumatized. I can’t talk about it. I get emotional,” she said.
Sykes shared how she couldn’t believe how Will Smith remained in the audience for the show’s duration.
“I couldn’t believe he was still sitting there, like an a######. Shouldn’t you be sitting there with a lawyer or LAPD, m###########?” the 58-year-old asked, adding: “I hope he gets his s### together. Until then, f### him.”
Smith apologized to Academy members and his peers during his acceptance speech for Best Actor at the film event and followed it up with a lengthy apology on Instagram the next day.
David Shine is a rising star in the world of comedy. With his unique blend of humor and hip hop, he has quickly gained a reputation as one of the funniest comedians. His comedic chops were recently tested with the release of his music video, “Sunday Sermon.” The video, which is a single off his comedy album Slow N*gga Melodies is a spoof on religious sermons and is sure to get laughs from viewers. In the video, Shine pokes fun at how some religious leaders deliver their sermons, and he does so in a hilarious but petty way.
David Shine is a writer, actor, and all-around entertainer. David always keeps his audience engaged and entertained, whether he’s dropping rhymes or cracking jokes. And given his talent and infectious energy, it’s clear that he is well on his way to becoming one of the biggest names in comedy. So if you’re looking for a laugh, look no further than David Shine – check out Sunday Sermon Below!
Damon says that he owns 1/3rd of the album, along with Jay-Z and Roc-A-Fella Records’ other co-founder, Kareem “Biggs” Burke.
Damon was attempting to sell his rights in June of 2021, but Jay-Z and his lawyers halted an auction and filed a lawsuit against Damon Dash.
Jay-Z and his legal team said Damon is simply a shareholder in the company RAF, Inc., which owns and controls the Reasonable Doubt asset.
Jay-Z argued that Damon had no right to sell a company asset. The pair and their legal team tried to resolve the issues, but the negotiations officially ended in a stalemate.
“RAF, Inc. and Defendant Damon Dash have reached an impasse and are unable, at this time, to reach a stipulation to resolve their claims and counterclaims,” Jay-Z’s lawyer Alex Spiro revealed.
According to Spiro, they will seek a summary judgment against Damon Dash.
Spiro says a summary judgment would permanently bar Damon Dash from “altering in any way, selling, assigning, pledging, encumbering, contracting with regard to, or in any way disposing of any property interest in the album Reasonable Doubt, including its copyright and including through any means, such as auctioning a non-fungible token (NFT) reflecting, referring, or directing such interest.”
According to Alex Spiro, through litigation, Damon has admitted to “his lack of ownership interest in Reasonable Doubt.”
Jay-Z and his counsel plan to ask a judge to dismiss Damon’s claim that they ruined his deal because there is no “genuine dispute of material fact.”
The legal war will resume in court next month in June when Roc-A-Fella Records will formally file for the summary judgment against Damon Dash.
Yung Miami and model Gina Huynh traded insults amid a love triangle involving Diddy.
Gina Huynh set off the internet fireworks by posting a photo of Diddy kissing her on Instagram. Yung Miami, who’s been romantically linked to the Bad Boy Records founder, reacted to the image on Twitter.
“Somebody please give this b#### some attention!” she wrote.
Yung Miami added, “Notice me please ass b#### go sit down! WE SEE YOU RELAX IT’S ok! You been (AROUND) just (AROUND) for years! You been waiting on this moment if he can’t make you famous b#### I ain’t!”
Gina Huynh fired back at Yung Miami on Instagram Stories. She claimed the City Girls member was the one looking for attention.
“If anybody is seeking attention … B#### ITS YOU,” the model replied. “Suck my dick Idgaf.”
“Attention?” she wrote. “B#### I am the attention let’s be clear! Ian arguing with no b#### that got cheap ass lint ball carpet in they house f###### on a billionaire! You freaky ass b####!”
Gina Huynh didn’t back down and continued to antagonize the Quality Control rapper on social media.
“Why you so press mama?” she asked. “I thought you was a city girl.”
Yung Miami countered with a boast about her involvement with Diddy.
“I am and that’s why I f### with yo n#### & ain’t coming off him idc how many pics you post!” she declared.
The online back-and-forth ended after that line, but Gina Huynh apparently recorded a diss track aimed at her rival in Diddy’s love life.
Calboy ended up behind bars for allegedly attacking a man in Georgia.
According to Gwinnett County jail records, Calboy was taken into custody on Tuesday morning (May 17). He was charged with aggravated battery. Calboy remains in jail with no bond set.
Last week, authorities announced they were looking for Calboy in connection to a violent incident at a park in Dacula, Georgia. The RCA Records artist allegedly beat up a man on May 4.
The victim suffered a broken leg in the attack. The beating also left the man with cuts on his face, bruises and additional injuries.
Calboy, whose real name is Calvin Lashon Woods, promoted an Oklahoma City appearance while he was a wanted man. He may end up missing the event since it takes place on May 21.
The 23-year-old rapper is currently beefing with DaBaby. Calboy believes DaBaby disrespected the late King Von by working with NBA YoungBoy.
“@DaBabyDaBaby how you got respect for my Cuzin n the dead but got a whole tape with a n#### dissing him,” Calboy wrote on Twitter. “Respect ah be to leave tht s### alone all together n pray both parties safe if that’s how u bummin, U a life size weirdo mascot. Sell yo soul and integrity for bread u a b####.”
New York City is celebrating The Notorious B.I.G.’s 50th birthday with multiple tributes to the late rapper.
The Empire State Building will pay homage to The Notorious B.I.G.’s Ready to Die LP on May 21, which would’ve been his 50th birthday. The landmark’s lights will change to red and white with a crown in its mast to honor Biggie’s classic album.
Biggie’s mother Voletta Wallace, his children and friends will be on hand for a special ceremony at the Empire State Building on May 20. Lil Cease and Lil Kim are two of the notable names confirmed to attend the event.
The Barclays Center in Brooklyn will honor The Notorious B.I.G. by displaying a video montage of his records on the oculus above the arena’s entrance on May 21. That same day, the New York City MTA will release a special edition MetroCard at three subway stations near his old stomping grounds in Bedford-Stuyvesant.
Amazon Music and its [RE]DISCOVER brand will orchestrate a station takeover as part of The Notorious B.I.G. tribute. [RE]DISCOVER also teamed with nonprofit Beautify Earth to unveil Biggie murals in every borough of New York City.
May 21 won’t be the end of the celebration either. The Lincoln Center will host an orchestral tribute to The Notorious B.I.G. on June 10. The black-tie event is free to the public and will be livestreamed on Amazon Music’s Twitch channel.
Additionally, Bad Boy/Atlantic/Rhino Records will release a vinyl version of The Notorious B.I.G.’s album Life After Death on June 10. The 25th-anniversary box set features 8 LPs and a booklet with rare photos, liner notes and stories from the team who worked on the album.
The set costs $179.98. The collection includes 12-inch copies of the songs “Hypnotize,” “Mo Money Mo Problems,” “Sky’s The Limit” and “Nasty Boy.”
Bobby Shmurda’s dancing helped him secure a new gig.
The multi-platinum selling rapper landed a deal to teach dance lessons on an app. Bobby Shmurda discussed his future as a dance instructor during an appearance on The Amazing AllHipHop Podcast.
“I just signed a deal with this app that’s gonna have me doing dance lessons this summer,” he told hosts Chuck Creekmur and Slops. “It’s called Tilt. It’s gonna be launching this summer. I just signed with them. And it’s gonna be doing all my dance lessons.”
Bobby Shmurda frequently displayed his love of dancing following his prison release in February 2021. But his dance moves quickly became a target of criticism. Wack 100 claimed Bobby Shmurda was “losing the streets” by dancing.
Last year, Cardi B was the most prominent Hip Hop artist to defend Bobby Shmurda’s dancing after seeing people mock him on social media.
“Y’all really be trying Bobby cause he be dancing and no lie when I used to do visits in Rikers Bobby & Rowdy were always in OBC solitary confinement cause they was really getting it rockin,” she wrote on Twitter. “Them boys ain’t punked out in jail really stood on their s### unlike a lot of rappers.”
Bobby Shmurda’s interview with AllHipHop also provided an update on his debut album, which has been delayed for years. The former Epic Records artist said he plans to drop an EP before releasing his long-awaited LP.
“EP coming, then a project,” he told Chuck Creekmur and Slops. “Because I’ve really got a project, but I’ve got too much f###### songs for an album. And f###### people’s attention spans are short. I’m not trying to give [a] m########### a 30-song album. I’ll give ‘em an EP, then an album.”
Check out Bobby Shmurda on The Amazing AllHipHop Podcast below.
Florida has been a popular brand in hip-hop for the past few years. While it’s nice to see Florida get the recognition it deserves, the genre has begun to provide the state with many musical offerings, particularly with its thriving Hip-Hop industry.
Savannah Cristina and the dynamic Twelve’len, for example, are leading the way. And renowned performers like T-Pain, Pretty Ricky, Betty Wright, and, if we’re being serious, Ray Charles have all called Florida home.
But there’s still so much to learn.
Although the Covid pandemic has kneecapped the music industry, there are still many artists to discover. And one such artist is Jeff Moss. Jeff Moss , known as Jflexxx, is a 24 years old rising artist from Florida, causing a huge scene in the music industry.
Having millions of streams, Jflexxx is being compared to Juice Wrld, which happens to be also his biggest inspiration to do music. He started doing music in December 2021, his first single “ I Done Got Rich “ had over 100,000 streams in less than a month, and his second single “ Joe Biden “ had over 100,000 streams in 2 weeks. His most-streamed song “ Fate “ has now more than 2.2M streams on Soundcloud and with over 70,000 monthly listeners, Jflexxx is working on his upcoming album “ Prolific “.
It is rare to find a song that instantly clicks the first time you play it. But with Jflexxx’s songs, you can be sure of it. He is one of those rarities. A profound introduction to the 24-year-old singer-songwriter, his tracks possess a soulful essence and prowess that will keep you replaying the songs over and over again. There are colorful grooves and feel-good rhythms in his songs.
Many labels reached out to J but as he likes to mention, he is signed to “ himself “, by that he means to his own label “ Prolific Records “, which is centered around motivational multi-faceted music & entertainment. With producers, audio engineers, videographers, editors & talent. The passion that Jflexxx has for his music is huge, his main goal is to keep making music and inspire millions of people around the world.
The internet has given many the opportunity to showcase their talents independently. Not many have been able to achieve this easily. Establishing yourself in a creative industry can be tough, but people make it happen through hard work and commitment to their art. Mohamed Rashid, who comes from the Netherlands and is only 21 years old, has made this happen.
He is a YouTuber who is slowly moving towards music production. He always knew that his true passion lay in creating beats that mattered to him. The music he’s been producing is where his true dedication lies. Rashid comes off as a very relaxed person through the videos he creates on YouTube, but there’s more to him than just that.
Rashid has two YouTube channels where he has more than 65,000 and 100,000 subscribers, respectively. This has been possible since his followers have been able to connect with his content really well. They also appreciate the music that Rashid releases.
He is someone who has been inspired to create high-quality music from a very young age. Rashid created music with his friends and didn’t know that music would become a major part of his life eventually. His work has been inspirational for many up-and-coming artists and young minds as well. In 2020, Rashid was nominated as the Best Gamer by The Best Social Awards. He did this by sharing his live game streaming videos with his audience. Once people started to show more interest in this, Rashid became a lot more confident in sharing this with the world.
He strongly believes that if he is able to find the right demographic and create remarkable videos, so can anyone else if they are determined enough. Despite everything that Rashid has been able to achieve, there is a lot more he is looking forward to going after. He aims to collaborate with bigger artists and convert these big numbers into a concrete ROI.
He takes a lot of pride in everything he’s accomplished so far, but he knows that the journey hasn’t ended yet. Rashid wants to build more for the people he loves so they can live peaceful lives. Individuals like him are very inspirational, and there is a lot to learn from their experiences as well. His advice to others is to make a successful life out of what they love. If you can stop doubting yourself, the chance of making things happen is far greater. Rashid’s accomplishments are proof that anything is possible if you put your mind and soul into it.
Rashid is inspired by many musicians and artists around him. These people are the reason why he hasn’t given up. Their journeys have taught him that the good things in life do not come easy. Surprisingly, Rashid is still a college student and aims to graduate very soon. He is indeed very mature for his age, and the goals he has set for himself allow him to become a stronger person. He is a role model for many up-and-coming artists and musicians of this generation.
The internet has given many the opportunity to showcase their talents independently. Not many have been able to achieve this easily. Establishing yourself in a creative industry can be tough, but people make it happen through hard work and commitment to their art. Mohamed Rashid, who comes from the Netherlands and is only 21 years old, has made this happen. He is a YouTuber who is slowly moving towards music production. He always knew that his true passion lay in creating beats that mattered to him. The music he’s been producing is where his true dedication lies. Rashid comes off as a very relaxed person through the videos he creates on YouTube, but there’s more to him than just that. Rashid has two YouTube channels where he has more than 65,000 and 100,000 subscribers, respectively. This has been possible since his followers have been able to connect with his content really well. They also appreciate the music that Rashid releases. He is someone who has been inspired to create high-quality music from a very young age. Rashid created music with his friends and didn’t know that music would become a major part of his life eventually. His work has been inspirational for many up-and-coming artists and young minds as well. In 2020, Rashid was nominated as the Best Gamer by The Best Social Awards. He did this by sharing his live game streaming videos with his audience. Once people started to show more interest in this, Rashid became a lot more confident in sharing this with the world. He strongly believes that if he is able to find the right demographic and create remarkable videos, so can anyone else if they are determined enough. Despite everything that Rashid has been able to achieve, there is a lot more he is looking forward to going after. He aims to collaborate with bigger artists and convert these big numbers into a concrete ROI.
He takes a lot of pride in everything he’s accomplished so far, but he knows that the journey hasn’t ended yet. Rashid wants to build more for the people he loves so they can live peaceful lives. Individuals like him are very inspirational, and there is a lot to learn from their experiences as well. His advice to others is to make a successful life out of what they love. If you can stop doubting yourself, the chance of making things happen is far greater. Rashid’s accomplishments are proof that anything is possible if you put your mind and soul into it.
Rashid is inspired by many musicians and artists around him. These people are the reason why he hasn’t given up. Their journeys have taught him that the good things in life do not come easy. Surprisingly, Rashid is still a college student and aims to graduate very soon. He is indeed very mature for his age, and the goals he has set for himself allow him to become a stronger person. He is a role model for many up-and-coming artists and musicians of this generation. Spotify Chatmo: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4Xi0Ra0N4zanyChNrOayoW Instagram Chatmo: https://instagram.com/chatmo TikTok Chatmo: https://tiktok.com/@chatmo YouTube Chatmo: https://youtube.com/chatmo
Do you want to own the rights to Tupac Shakur’sDon Killuminati album art?
You might have a chance after the estate has sanctioned an NFT sale of the visual from one of his most prolific albums.
As the world prepares to celebrate the 25th anniversary of The Don Killuminati: The 7 Day Theory, fans will have a chance to own a piece of history for themselves.
This project was the only album the late Death Row artist recorded under his alias Makaveli and had hits like “Hail Mary” and “To Live In Die In L.A.”
The piece being made into an NFT, according to TMZ, is the cover art that displays Shakur as Jesus the Christ, the Christian incarnate and only-begotten Son of God, on the cross with a crown of thorns during his Good Friday crucifixion.
People were outraged in 1996, two months after his death, when the picture went to market with a parental advisory sticker covering his crotch.
Ronald “Riskie Forever” Brent created the original painting, which Pac handpicked to be the album cover for the legendary album because he felt it represented him being crucified by the media.
Heritage Auctions is selling the original, physical painting to the highest bidder starting today (May 17th) through June 18th. The 1 of 1 NFT has also been created for a sweepstake being held as well.
One lucky winner will get the 1 of 1 collectible Gold NFT, 50 winners will get a Chrome NFT, and 100 winners will receive a collectible tagged NFT of the artwork.
Bobby Shmurda is a free man. As an indie artist, he now sees the vast possibilities in front of him. The Amazing AllHipHop Podcast with CHUCK CREEKMUR aka JIGSAW and SLOPS talks to the Brooklyn King. It is all here: The King of New York talk, Tekashi 6ix9ine snitching victims, new business ventures, his unlikely rise in music, how Chief Keef inspired him, why he’s not drill rap at all, and more. Check it out and subscribe, comment and like!
Imagine your mom being sentenced to a life sentence and not being able to celebrate Mother’s Day for 29 years straight. This is the struggle celebrity stylist Miquelle West faces, as each year, the holiday reminds her exactly how corrupt the system is and the devastating fact that her mother has been trapped behind bars since her adolescent years.
On the beautiful Sunday in Los Angeles (May 8th), Miquelle West hosted a reception at RCNSTRCT with an art installation by HUFR in the heart of Melrose Ave, in honor of Michelle West’s clemency petition.
The petition reads, “My mom’s federal life sentence was mandatory back in the 90s. But if she were convicted of the same thing and sentenced today, a life sentence would NOT be mandatory, and a judge would get to decide what is fair. The judge who sentenced her even remarked that his hands were tied. Unfortunately, that change in the law did not apply to old cases. So my mother remains in prison, despite multiple prison staff writing in support of her character and her impressive prison record – which is full of achievements and accolades.”
Miquelle’s long list of clients includes styling for Diddy’s platform REVOLT, Blueface, NLE Choppa, and collaborating with the late Christian Audigier.
Miquelle states, “I refuse to get married or have children until my mother can be there, in person, to support me. It feels like we are both serving a life sentence every single day. Right now, only President Biden can free my mother by commuting her life sentence. I hope he will see that my mother truly has earned a second chance.”
The #FreeMichelleWest movement runs deep for Miquelle, who held back tears as she discussed her mother serving a LIFE sentence for her first and only offense. AllHipHop was present at the event. Read our conversation below.
AllHipHop: What is #FreeMichelleWest?
Miquelle West: #FreeMichelleWest was created to raise awareness for my mother. Similar to #BlackLivesMatters which began as a hashtag. The #FreeMichelleWest evolved into a movement.
AllHipHop: Why is today so significant?
Miquelle West: Today is so significant because for nearly 3 decades, my mother has been incarcerated on Mother’s Day and this year with the support of Champion, I am honoring my mother.
AllHipHop: Who is Michelle West?
Miquelle West: A mother, a daughter, sister, and mentor but most importantly she is my mother.
AllHipHop: What is the story behind the FreeMichelleWest Movement?
Miquelle West: The story behind the FreeMichelleWest movement was brought to life in a documentary produced by Mr. Sean “Puffy “Combs.
AllHipHop: What do you enjoy about styling and how has that evolved over time?
Miquelle West: I enjoy working with my clients and being a part of the creative process to bring their vision to life. My career in the fashion industry began as a teenager. In addition to my styling expertise, I have a background in luxury retail and fashion design. There are so many variables to who I am as a stylist and I continue to evolve.
AllHipHop: How did you get started in styling some of our favorite artists and celebrities?
Miquelle West: My career as a stylist began working as an intern with my mentor Patricia Field costume designer for Sex And The City. I interned with her for 5 years working for free. I learned every aspect of the styling business. My goal as an intern was to become a stylist not a personal shopper. I have always had an eye for beauty and luxury. That’s my forte.
AllHipHop: How have you used your platform to create change?
Miquelle West: I have used my platform to change the way people view prisoners and their children. My goal has always been not to become a statistic. I want my story to inspire young people with parents who are incarcerated and not let it define them. We are not the worst thing that has happen to us.
AllHipHop: What’s next for you?
Miquelle West: I can not predict the future, but what I would like to do a project with a luxury house so I am working towards my goal to achieve it. One thing my mother has taught me is to always think BIG and to dream with my eyes open.
AllHipHop: How has your mother influenced your success today?
Miquelle West: When I was in fashion design school, my goal was to become a fashion designer. My mother suggested that I launch my career as a stylist to get my name out to the world so I wouldn’t be an unknown fashion designer. My career as a stylist has been so rewarding and has given me the ability to work with amazing people. My mother pushes me to go after whatever I want in life. She quotes DJ Khaled: “they don’t want to see you win, so you have to win every way imaginable.” One of her favorite lines.
AllHipHop: Can you tell us more about the current progress in the quest for clemency?
Miquelle West: The current process is raising awareness and getting more people to sign my mom’s clemency petition on change.org. Anyone wanting to track the progress of the Free Michelle West movement should follow me on Instagram for updates.
AllHipHop: How has music and entertainment motivated you throughout all of this?
Miquelle West: Music is a motivator. Music from my favorite artists puts me in the zone when I am working, relaxing or feeling down. I can listen to music and take my mind to another place. Being in the entertainment and fashion industry is a form of escape from reality for me because it’s all about the fantasy. Music, entertainment, fashion, art are things that help me survive the adversity I deal with on a daily basis.
AllHipHop: Is there someone you’d like to style?
Miquelle West: Kanye West. I’d like to work with Kanye because I get him and I know he will get me. I am the female version of Kanye in many ways. We are both only children. We both know what it’s like to live life without our mothers. We are our mother’s only child, and we both have the same last name: West.
I’ve been wanting to work with Kanye since 2003 when I met him in NYC on an elevator on the day I arrived in New York to attend Parsons School of Fashion Design. I think working with Kanye will lead to big things with fashion and freedom. He is working to free Larry Hoover, I am working to free my mother. Why shouldn’t we be working together?
The two-story mansion is 18,923-square-foot. The palatial-like estate features nine bedrooms and 11 and a half bathrooms. It also has a chef’s kitchen, two offices, a wine cellar, an eight-car garage, and an indoor basketball court with an exercise area.
Alex Carnot of Morgan Whitney Realty said the place is massive, with parking on the property for 15 to 20 cars.
“It’s one of the biggest homes in Southwest Ranches,” he said. “If you want the seclusion and privacy, Southwest Ranches is the way to go.”
The company’s owner Elliot Grainge said Trippie Redd is the type of artist his company wants to invest in.
“We launched 10K Projects as a label where artists have completed creative freedom and the support to realize their vision,” he said in a press release. “Trippie Redd has thrived under these conditions, releasing a lifetime’s worth of music in just five short years and becoming a singular voice in contemporary music.”
This $30 million is on top of what Trippie has earned over his career. This new pad is a drop in the bucket for the young Hip-Hop money maker.
Reports reveal that the late rapper Lil Keed had complained to his inner circle about having pain in his stomach days before his unfortunate demise.
The pain intensified so much, TMZ reports, that he had to go to the hospital to seek relief. The sources say that once in the hospital, doctors told the YSL rapper his liver and kidneys were failing him.
The Atlanta native had been living a clean and sober life, a drastic lifestyle change from previous years when he battled with alcoholism and drug addiction. Those factors possibly contributed to the organ failure that took his life.
“I love you sooooo much baby,” she wrote. “what I’m post to do with out you. I can’t breathe right sleep right nothing I don’t even wanna talk to nobody. Keed I can’t take this why you leave US bru. What am I supposed to tell Naychur? What am I gone tell our new baby ? Keed I just told you the other day if you left me with these two kids I was gone loose my mind. my Mind is lost baby.”
She added, “WE LOVE U FOREVER I hope I have a son he gone be your 1st JR.”
Many have mourned Lil Keed’s death, but none probably have felt the sting as much as his flesh and blood.
His brother, Lil Gotit, posted on social media, “Can’t believe I seened u die today bro I did all my cries I know what u want me to do and that’s go hard for Mama Daddy Our Brothers Naychur and Whiteboy.”
Lil Keed was not named in the current legal trials of the YSL crew, but his death is undoubtedly complicating things for those at the label that loved him as they battle with Young Thug and Gunna’s legal drama.
Keed died days after Young Thug and Gunna were indicted on a 56-count RICO indictment, which claims YSL doubled as a gang causing havoc on the Atlanta streets by committing murders, shootings, dealing drugs and other crimes.
The Los Angeles County Coroner’s office is expected to do an autopsy this week.
R. Kelly has found a friend in prison, and his new buddy might just blow your mind. Reports now say the “I Believe I Can Fly” singer has gotten cool with Frank James, the Pennsylvania man that shot up the subway in Sunset Park, Brooklyn!
According to the Daily News, three sources have stated the two started their bromance after James was sent to the Brooklyn Metropolitan Detention Center facility.
As reported by AllHipHop.com, the Chicago singer is there waiting to be sentenced on his sex trafficking conviction. For years people joked about his attraction to underage girls and boys, but a 2021 case, prompted by Dream Hampton’s “Surviving R. Kelly”docuseries, confirmed many of the rumors with a guilty verdict.
His trial starts on April 12th, and Frank James, like R. Kelly, has pleaded not guilty.
“Both do get along. They actually sit together and eat together,” said one insider said. Another person shared, “They talk about TV shows. They go out to rec together. They’re buds.”
The two are together in the same facility because they are both considered “high risk,” a status that will keep them out of the general population.
The unit the two are in also houses government cooperators. But R. Kelly is not James’ roommate. He is actually nobody’s. He has his own room.
The music video for Moneybagg Yo’s “Rocky Road” is currently trending in YouTube’s music section. The track features Florida-bred rapper Kodak Black.
Moneybagg Yo joined Eddie Francis on Apple Music 1 to discuss his latest single. The Memphis, Tennessee native talked about working with Kodak for the collaboration.
“Anytime me and Kodak link up, there be chemistry,” said Moneybagg Yo. “It be good. I wanted to come with a different tempo than ‘Lower Level,’ the other joint we have.”
The Collective Music Group representative continued, “It took us probably like two weeks to do [‘Rocky Road’]… when we went in there and did it… It came out good… I’m excited about the track… I feel like it’s the warmup.”
Previously, Moneybagg Yo and Kodak Black linked up for “Lower Level” in 2018. The Ben Billions-produced song lives on the Reset album which also features J. Cole, Future, YG, Kevin Gates, Rvssian, and Jeremih.
Moneybagg told Apple Music 1 that he plans to drop a solo single next week. He also teased a full-length surprise album will come out in the near future. That proposed project will follow 2021’s chart-topping A Gangsta’s Pain studio LP.
In addition to collaborating with Moneybagg Yo for a new record, Kodak Black also garnered a lot of attention over the last week for his contributions to Kendrick Lamar’s Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers album. Black is credited as a feature on the “Silent Hill” track.
Stand-up legend Katt Williams is back with new material for his fans. His World War III original comedy special, filmed in Las Vegas, debuted on Netflix today (May 17).
A synopsis for the show reads:
In the war between truth and lies, there is only one man you can trust. Comedy legend & Emmy Award winner, Katt Williams, returns to deliver the unfiltered truth and hilariously breaks down conspiracy theories in his new comedy special World War III.
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Previously, Katt Williams presented 2018’s Great America on the streaming platform. He is also known for other specials such as Let A Playa Play, The Pimp Chronicles, It’s Pimpin’ Pimpin’, and Kattpacalypse.
Netflix also hosts other comedy specials by Aziz Ansari, Chris Tucker, Mike Epps, Cedric the Entertainer, Michael Che, Bill Burr, Trevor Noah, Lucas Brothers, DeRay Davis, Chris Rock, Marlon Wayans, Kevin Hart, Joe Rogan, Wanda Sykes,Leslie Jones, Ms. Pat, and many more.
The BBMA gig coincided with Diddy launching his new R&B label Love Records. Diddy’s upcoming album will be the first project released via Love Records in partnership with Motown Records.
“Music has always been my first love, Love Records is the next chapter is about getting back to the love and making the best music of my life,” said Diddy aka Puff Daddy.
The award-winning performer continues, “For the label, I’m focused on creating timeless R&B music with the next generation of artists and producers. Motown is the perfect partner for my album and I’m excited to add to its legacy.”
Jozzy Wants To Score Off Puff’s Assist
This week also saw Love Records announce singer/songwriter Jozzy as the company’s first signed act. Jozzydebuted her new single “Replay” at the Billboard Music Awards on Sunday night.
“Damn Puff just gave me the alley… now the music bout to speak for itself! #songsforwomen,” tweeted Jozzy on Monday. She later added, “Can’t ever say anything [with] me was overnight, I failed and figured it out and failed again and figured it out.”
“Replay” is a single off Jozzy’s forthcoming EP. Prior to signing with Love Records, the Soul Therapy: APT 215 creator reportedly penned songs for Mary J. Blige, Pharrell Williams, Lil Nas X, and Summer Walker.
Damn puff just gave me the alley .. now the music bout to speak for itself ! #songsforwomen
The BBMAs Featured A Performance By Diddy & Special Guests
Diddy also hit the stage at the 2022 Billboard Music Awards. The New York City-raised entrepreneur performed his new track “Gotta Move On” featuring Bryson Tiller.
King Combs joined his dad for the BBMA performance. In addition, Sean “Diddy” Combs recruited Louisville rapper Jack Harlow and Harlem singer Teyana Taylor for the televised set as well.
Jack Harlow ran through his own hit record “First Class” at the show. Teyana Taylor assisted Diddy with a live rendition of “Mo Money, Mo Problems” by the late Christopher “The Notorious B.I.G.” Wallace.
Louisville rapper Jack Harlow became a trending topic this week for reasons other than his new album. The “First Class” hitmaker admitting he did not know Brandy Norwood and Ray J Norwood are siblings ignited a lot of online conversation.
While appearing on Hot 97, Harlow said, “Brandy and Ray J are siblings? Nobody’s ever told me that in my life.” That #WhiteIshWednesday segment also included Harlow not recognizing Brandy’s “Angel in Disguise” single.
Some people took issue with a white rapper like Jack Harlow not being more knowledgeable about the popular African-American entertainers and their musical contributions. For example, R&B vocalist India. Arie slammed Harlow last week.
Brandy has now reacted to Jack Harlow’s comments on the radio program about her family. The Grammy winner tweeted, “I will murk this dude in rap at 43 on his own beats and then sing [his] ass to sleep. ♠️.”
Around fifteen minutes later, the singer/actress returned to the social media platform to let her followers know her response to Harlow was meant to be taken lightheartedly. Brandy added, “See, I can have a little fun too❤️hehe…all love❤️❤️❤️.”
I will murk this dude in rap at 43 on his own beats and then sing is ass to sleep. ♠️
