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Bleu Links With Nicki Minaj On R&B Banger ‘Love In The Way’ 

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Nicki Minaj is back in her R&B bag in her new single with singer Bleu, Love in the Way,” released on Friday (Sept. 16). 

The pair teased the song earlier this week, sharing the artwork before dropping a snippet to excite fans. 

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When asked what type of love song he made with Nicki Minaj, Bleu described it as “a beautiful song.” He also said it was one of those “type songs that’s gonna live forever.”  

Nicki revealed, “Even after I recorded it when I tell you I could NOT stop playing this.” She also said the song got her husband Kenneth Petty “in his feels.”  

The NYC rapper flexed her range of the song, rapping, singing, and harmonizing. Stream it below.  

The single arrives just over a year after Bleu manifested the track via Twitter. He shared a list of artists he “would love to work with in the future.” Bleu said. Nicki Minaj topped the list of dream collaborators. “I like speaking things in existence, it seems to work,” he added.  

Bleu received a boost after teaming up with another one of the Young Money hitmakers and is no doubt hoping the Nicki Minaj track does the same. He credited his song with Drake, “Your Mines Still,” for helping him land a bigger deal at Empire Recordings.  

 “That’s when I started seeing them real numbers,” he said during an interview with DJ Akademiks. “Just to put it into perspective, as soon as the Drake record dropped, I was having bidding wars between $8 and $9 million…This is why I f### with Empire because they still had me for another project, so once I did the Drake song, they came back and redid my deal to way more.” 

Bleu Nicki Minaj – Love In The Way

From Manchester to the World: Rapper BSK Is Taking Over

By: Brxton Lee Updated Category: Music
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One of the biggest misconceptions about rappers is that they are vulgar and crude. This might be because hip-hop has long been known for its unapologetic and sometimes indecent lyrical and visual content that aims to shock listeners into paying attention to the music.

It’s easy to see why so many rappers use the genre as an excuse as a platform for misogyny or violence; there is a lot of money that can be made by using vulgarity-laden lyrics. However, some belief in using their voices and platform to spread positivity and hope. New UK rap artist Ben Sharp Knowles, aka BSK, is one such person.

The Do Me Like That and Right Groove hitmaker has always loved listening to and creating music. As someone who has dyslexia, music gave BSK a creative and therapeutic outlet to channel his feelings and express what he feels. As a child, he listened to all kinds of music from different genres. However, his favorites were the rappers Eminem, Biggy, and Mac Miller, and they were the ones who influenced his style. As a rapper, he draws inspiration from these icons and aspires to one day reach similar heights. If the numbers are anything to go by, BSK will achieve these dreams sooner than later.

BSK has achieved significant milestones in barely a year since he became a professional music artist. Two of his tracks reached 100K streams on YouTube within weeks and had similarly high rankings on other music streaming platforms like Spotify. But the rapper didn’t stop there. Following that success, he has consistently released new songs that have been well received by fans and critics alike. Many fans have praised BSK’s style, particularly his wholesome and empowering lyrics. In a world where rappers seem to be cut from the same cloth, it’s refreshing to see BSK taking a different approach to rapping and songwriting.

BSK doesn’t just sing to release his emotions. He also uses his platform to spread hope and love through his craft. BSK feels there are a lot of negative emotions in the world right now that need a release—anger, fear, frustration—but he believes music can help spread hope and love. As a hip-hop fan, BSK says rap has helped him become healthier and happy, and he hopes his music will do the same for other people.

BSK has been making waves in the Manchester music scene with his unique style that connects with listeners on an emotional level while remaining conscious of their lives outside of rap. The goal is not just to have them nodding their heads but to think about how they can make the world a better place.

His latest release, The Mind of BSK, tackles some of the most prevalent issues in society. The 15-track album has been well-received by fans for its candidness and emotional resonance. BSK says that was the goal, and he’s not stopping there. The rapper has big dreams and aspirations for his music to help people across the world connect in meaningful ways and live happier lives. To that end, he is currently working on two new projects he will drop soon. One is house music and drum and bass EP, and the other is an album scheduled to drop early next year.

Yo Gotti Selling California Mansion For $8.6 Million

By: Justin Ivey Updated Category: News
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Yo Gotti put his California mansion on the market a year after purchasing it.

The Collective Music Group founder is reportedly selling the home for $8.6 million. The mansion, known as Villa Forza, is located in Westlake Village in Los Angeles County.

Yo Gotti bought Villa Forza for $7.6 million in 2021. The home was custom-built for former Westwood One CFO Bruce Kanter in 1999. Kanter and his wife Marina lived there for over two decades before selling it to Yo Gotti.

According to Dirt, the 41-year-old rapper paid $100,000 more than the asking price. Now, he’s looking to sell the place for $1 million more than he spent on it.

Earlier this year, the veteran artist treated himself to two Rolls Royces for his 41st birthday. The vehicles cost him $1.2 million.

On the music front, Yo Gotti has been busy adding to his CMG roster in 2022. He signed rising star GloRilla, who hails from his hometown of Memphis, in July.

Yo Gotti also recruited Mozzy to join the label. The signing was announced in February.

Mozzy dropped his CMG debut Survivor’s Guilt in July. But that same month, he started serving a one-year prison sentence for a gun charge.

Nipsey Hussle Killer’s Sentencing Postponed

By: Justin Ivey Updated Category: News
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Eric Holder Jr. must wait a few more months to learn his prison sentence for killing Nipsey Hussle.

According to Fox 11 Los Angeles, Holder’s sentencing was postponed to November 3. He was originally scheduled to be sentenced on Thursday (September 15).

A jury found Holder guilty of first-degree murder in July. He was also convicted on two counts of attempted voluntary manslaughter and one count of possession of a firearm by a felon.

Holder murdered Nipsey Hussle outside of the late rapper’s Marathon Clothing store in 2019. Holder shot the 33-year-old artist at least 10 times and wounded two bystanders.

“Nipsey Hussle was a beloved member of our community,” Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón said following Holder’s conviction. “He showed a commitment to improving schools within his neighborhood and investing in underserved communities. He also used his platform to advocate for gang violence prevention and to ensure we create thriving communities. His legacy will continue to inspire our work.”

Gascón continued, “We secured accountability for the loss of his life and will continue to work alongside so many others to realize a brighter future. We know there is no way to replace what was taken from his family, friends and fans who loved him but we pray this verdict will move them one step closer to finding peace.”

Holder faces life in prison. He’s been in custody since 2019.

Kanye West Terminates Gap Deal For Epic Fails & Breach Of Contract

By: Justin Ivey Updated Category: News
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Kanye West ended his deal with Gap on Thursday (September 15).

Gap’s CEO Mark Breitbard confirmed the split in a memo to employees. The partnership crumbled after Kanye West publicly feuded with the company.

Kanye West spoke about his Gap exit in an interview with CNBC. He reflected on his initial goals for the collaboration before criticizing the company.

“It was always a dream of mine to be at the Gap and to bring the best product possible to the masses,” he told CNBC. “And I always talked to them about doing products for $20. Like the best product in the world, designed at the same level as the top fashion houses in the world, at $20 for the people. And so, we went through three years and honestly, there’s always struggles and back-and-forth when you’re trying to build something new and integrate teams.”

He continued, “We designed an entire collection. Actually, I wasn’t able to set the actual price that I wanted for this collection. And then they actually took one of the shirts and sold it for $19 … [Gap] priced my stuff at like $200 and above their whole price point normally. And then did the exact shirt for $20. Also, they did pop-ups and I signed on with them because they had—in the contract, they said they were going to do stores and they just ignored us about building stores.”

Kanye West accused Gap of breach of contract. He believed the company’s executives disregarded him.

“It was very frustrating,” he said. “It was very disheartening because I just put everything I had [into it]. I put all of my top relationships [into it]. I went and got Demna, the head designer of Balenciaga, which is one of the hottest brands in the world … With that relationship, he ended up working on a Gap collection with me. There were a lot of things: colorways I didn’t approve. There’s a lot of places that the product went to, certain sites, it was like they were just dog and ponying the ideas around town.”

‘Ye added, “Sometimes I would talk to the guys, the leaders, and it would just be like I was on mute or something. Our agenda, it wasn’t aligned.”

Watch Kanye West’s appearance on CNBC below.

Tasha K Gloats After Cardi B Pleads Guilty To Assault

By: Justin Ivey Updated Category: News
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Cardi B pleaded guilty to assault charges, much to the delight of her foe Tasha K.

Earlier this year, Tasha K lost a defamation lawsuit to Cardi B. Months after the defeat, the vlogger reacted to the Atlantic Records artist’s own legal troubles on Thursday (September 15).

“And Now the Bartenders will Sue Cardi B and win!” Tasha K wrote on Twitter. “This is just the beginning….”

The 29-year-old rapper accepted a plea deal, avoiding a trial for her role in a 2018 altercation. Prosecutors accused her of throwing bottles at two bartenders at a New York strip club.

Cardi B must complete 15 days of community service. She was charged with third-degree assault and second-degree reckless endangerment. 10 other charges were dismissed.

Tasha K’s name trended on Twitter after news of the plea deal broke. The vlogger addressed the social media attention on Instagram.

“Why am I trending?” she wrote along with a smiling emoji. “I asked y’all to stop watching, not get me trending!!!!!!”

A jury found Tasha K liable for defamation, invasion of privacy and intentional infliction of emotional distress in January. She was ordered to pay $4 million to Cardi B, but the vlogger is appealing the decision.

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Is Dionne Warwick, 81, Trying To Bag Leonardo Dicaprio?

By: AllHipHop Staff Updated Category: Rumors
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Dionne Warwick has insisted Leonardo DiCaprio is “missing out” by apparently having a “relationship rule.”

Speculation that The Wolf of Wall Street actor doesn’t date women over the age of 25 began to circulate online earlier this month after it was reported that he had split from actress Camila Morrone following a four-year relationship.

Camila turned 25 in June.

While Leonardo remains tight-lipped about his personal life, Dionne took to Twitter on Tuesday to offer the Hollywood star some advice.

“I just heard about Leonardo DiCaprio’s 25-year rule. His loss. You don’t know what you’re missing,” the 81-year-old wrote.

Previously, Leonardo has had high-profile relationships with the likes of Gisele Bündchen, Bar Refaeli, and Toni Garrn, though he has most recently been linked to 27-year-old model Gigi Hadid.

The 47-year-old has not yet responded to the rumors.

Abby De La Rosa Hypersensitive About “Polyamorous Relationship” With Nick Cannon

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Abby De La Rosa has shared details about her “polyamorous relationship” with Nick Cannon in a new interview.

While appearing an episode of the “Lovers and Friends” with Shan Boodram podcast, Abby opened up about expecting another baby with the TV personality, due in October, while Brittany Bell is also pregnant with his child.

Abby and Nick already share Zion and Zillion, 15 months, while he has a son Golden, five, and a daughter Powerful Queen, 20 months, with Brittany.

“Being in a polyamorous relationship doesn’t mean you have low self-esteem or self-worth,” the 31-year-old DJ stated. “I become hypersensitive when people attack me and my motherhood.

“Me being open in my relationship does not change or take away from the type of mother that I am to my kids and the wholeness that I am to them and the strength that I share with them.”

Nick also has twins Moroccan and Monroe, 11, with his ex-wife Mariah Carey, a baby son Legendary Love with Bre Tiesi, and a newborn baby with LaNisha Cole.

Tragically, Nick’s son with Alyssa Scott, Zen, died at five months old in December 2021 after being diagnosed with brain cancer.

Abby continued that she hopes her children will grow up to understand that they can also live life “their way, not the way that the world wants them to do… to do it their way the way mom and dad did.”

Though she described Nick, 41, as her “primary partner” at the moment, Abby said she’s open to another committed relationship in the future.

“I think I see monogamy for myself down the line, and this won’t get me there. But I love where I’m at, at this very moment,” she said. “It’s just not my forever.”

Yesterday evening (September 14th), Nick Cannon announced the birth of his ninth child.

He took to Instagram and shared brand new images revealing his baby girl’s name, Onyx Ice Cole Cannon.

The “Wild ‘N Out” host confirmed he has welcomed a daughter with model LaNisha Cole.

Nick Cannon is expecting his 11th child with model Brittany Bell.

Kanye West Done With Corporate America When It Comes To Fashion Business

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Kanye West has stated that he will now only pursue fashion projects on his own.

While speaking to Bloomberg for an interview, the Donda rapper said he’s decided his future fashion projects will be released without the interference of other brands.

The 45-year-old has previously worked with the sports giants like Adidas and Nike, as well as Gap.

“It’s time for me to go it alone,” Kanye told the outlet. “It’s fine. I made the companies money. The companies made me money. We created ideas that will change apparel forever.”

He listed the ideas that he believes changed the fashion industry: “The round jacket, the foam runner, the slides that have changed the shoe industry.”

But the rapper explained that this is no longer enough.

“Now it’s time for Ye to make the new industry. No more companies standing in between me and the audience,” he said.

Kanye called out Adidas CEO Kasper Rørsted for “blatant copying” his Yeezy’s slide designs in June, after the company released its Adilette 22 sandals, which are available in similar colors to the Yeezy Slides.

Of the incident, he said: “No one should be held in that position where people can steal from them and say we’re just paying you to shut up… That destroys innovation. That destroys creativity. That’s what destroyed Nikola Tesla.”

Bloomberg reports that Kanye wants to open Donda “campuses” across the U.S., which will contain shops, schools, farms, and dorms. Products sold at the campuses would be designed by Yeezy staff.

Eminem Explains How He Got Free Drugs And Became Addicted

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Eminem has opened up about his struggles with addiction and fame in a new essay.

The “Slim Shady” rapper shared his experience with addiction at the height of his fame.

“My addiction didn’t start in my early days when I was coming up. We used to drink 40s (forty-ounces of liquor) on the porch and just battle rap each other,” the 49-year-old star recalled of creating The Slim Shady LP. “My drug usage started at the beginning of that first album.

“I didn’t take anything hard until I got famous. I was experimenting. I hadn’t found a drug of choice. Back then you went on tour, and people were just giving you free drugs.”

He went on to explain that while taking drugs on tour, he maintained the illusion of control over his addiction, but afterwards the veil dropped.

“I managed it for a little while. And then, it just became, I like this s**t too much and I don’t know how to stop,” he wrote. “I was able to downplay my addiction and hide it for a while until it got really bad… I was taking Vicodin, V#####, and alcohol.”

Between creating The Marshall Mathers LP in 2000 and 2004’s Encore, Eminem recalled that he “kinda fell off the map a little bit and didn’t explain why I went away.”

He summarised: “I don’t know how the f**k I’m still here.”

Eminem has been sober for 13 years.

Cardi B Pleads Guilty To Beating Up Strippers, Sentenced To Mandatory Community Service

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Rapper Cardi B appeared in court today (September 15th ) and copped the plea over a wild fight at a strip club in Queens.

The rapper was accused of ordering an entourage to attack Baddie Gi and Jade, who is 6ix9ine’s girlfriend.

The two sisters were bartending at Angels Strip Club when Cardi and her crew pounced on the pair.

The rapper was accused of throwing a bottle at the pair, who were physically assaulted over claims that Jade cheated with Cardi’s husband, Offset.

The case was set to go to trial today, but Cardi B showed up in court in an all-white outfit to accept a plea deal. 

Cardi pleaded guilty to third-degree assault and reckless endangerment, which are misdemeanors.

The rapper has to do 15 days of community service, and she has been ordered to stay away from Baddie Gi and Jade for the next three years.

In October of 2021, the rapper turned herself in and pleaded not guilty to charges that included reckless, endangerment, and assault.

Bhad Bhabie To Speak At The Oxford Union

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY) Updated Category: News
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It appears Danielle “Bhad Bhabie” Bregoli will take part in a discussion at a private student society associated with University of Oxford in England.

TMZ reports The Oxford Union wants Bhad Bhabie as a speaker. Traditionally, the nearly 200-year-old debating society allows students and audience members to engage in conversation with the featured guest.

“It would be an honor to welcome you to continue this fine tradition,” stated Oxford Union President Ahmad Nawaz in an invite to Bregoli.

Past Oxford Union speakers include politicians such as Winston Churchill and Richard Nixon, entrepreneurs such as Jack Dorsey and Peter Thiel, and musicians such as Elton John and A$AP Rocky.

In 2016, 13-year-old Danielle Bregoli became an internet sensation following her appearance on Dr. Phil. That episode of the daytime talk show went viral thanks to her now-infamous catchphrase, “Cash me ousside, how bout dat?”

Bhad Bhabie then turned her online fame into a professional music career. After signing a deal with Atlantic Records, she released the Platinum-certified singles “Hi Bich” and “Gucci Flip Flops” featuring Lil Yachty.

Both “Hi Bich” and “Gucci Flip Flops” made it onto the Billboard Hot 100 chart. “Gucci Flip Flops” peaked at #79. “Hi Bich” became Bhabie’s highest-peaking track when it hit #68. 2017’s Gold-certified “These Heaux” also charted at #77.

Six days after her 18th birthday, Bhad Bhabie launched an OnlyFans account which reportedly racked up over $1 million in revenue in six hours. The 19-year-old rapper dropped her “Miss Understood” single in September 2021 as an independent act.

Eminem Blasts Rap Critics: “We Ain’t Listening With The Same Ears”

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Hip Hop legend Eminem has never been shy about firing back at his naysayers. His entire music career featured the Detroit-bred recording artist taking lyrical aim at rappers, public figures, and music journalists.

For example, 2018’s Kamikaze album essentially served as Eminem’s pulpit to lash out at many of his detractors and adversaries. Em further addressed his specific issues with music critics during an episode of SiriusXM’s Paul Pod: Curtain Call 2 podcast with his longtime manager, Paul Rosenberg.

“It’s frustrating when you’re doing some s### technically, and people who think they know what the f### rap is about start giving opinions on it, but they don’t hear what the f### you’re doing,” stated Eminem.

The 15-time Grammy winner continued, “Like if I rhyme an entire f###### sentence, and every syllable hit, they would literally think that at the end of it I was rhyming ‘bat’ and ‘cat’… There’s an art to that.”

Eminem shouted out Kool G Rap, Big Daddy Kane, and LL Cool J as other masters of multisyllabic rhyming. The Paul Pod: Curtain Call 2 segment featured the man born Marshall Mathers also telling his doubters, “We ain’t listening with the same ears.”

Since his arrival on the rap scene in the late 1990s, Eminem has released eleven studio LPs. The Shady Records co-founder became one of the best-selling music acts in history. Em has amassed more than 61 million RIAA units. That total places him in the top 20 of the organization’s all-time list.

Eminem has three Diamond-certified albums. The Recording Industry Association of America certified the 8 Mile star’s 2002 album, The Eminem Show, as 12x-Platinum. In addition, 2000’s The Marshall Mathers LP went 11x-Platinum.

Curtain Call: The Hits received a 10x-Platinum Award as well. Eminem’s 2005 greatest hits compilation has charted on the Billboard 200 rankings for 596 weeks, a record for Hip Hop acts. Only two rap albums have crossed the 500-week mark, the other being Kendrick Lamar’s Good Kid, M.A.A.D City.

PnB Meen Shares Heartbreaking Message About The Death Of His Brother PnB Rock

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Numerous celebrities, such as A Boogie wit da Hoodie, posted personal statements about the recent death of Rakim “PnB Rock” Allen. Now a family member of the late rapper has shared his thoughts about losing some close to him.

PnB Rock’s brother, PnB Meen, wrote a message on his Instagram page on Wednesday. Meen filled his mournful social media post with several crying face emojis, frustration face emojis, and broken heart emojis.

“I don’t [know] how to begin. Ima let it go… you was the only one who believed I can do what you do.😢 I can’t stop crying bro why u ain’t have me with you.😢 I always have ya back [and] front [and] sides… please give me the strength to do this,” wrote PnB Meen. “With all my soul ima carry, stand on business, [and] get you right [while you’re] resting my brother. This [is] my first message to you of many.”

The “You Heard Me” performer added, “I can’t believe this s###. 😣😣 I looked up to you. Everything you did Rock I was in [awe]💯. Rock, I’m sorry bro. Whyyyyy?🥺💔💔💔💔 Like why u leave me [too] bro. They took you out of all people. Why not me man??? My life [has] always been s### until you made it.”

Police Believe A Gunman Robbed PnB Rock Before Taking His Life

PnB Rock tragically lost his life on September 12, 2022. An armed robber reportedly shot and killed the “Selfish” hitmaker while he and his girlfriend ate at Roscoe’s House of Chicken ‘N Waffles in Los Angeles, California.

“I never thought you would leave broooo why wtff man. I can’t even write, I’m shaking, my stomach tight, I can’t see, I can’t eat, I’m [dying] slow bro,” shared. “Noooooooo man no no no. Rock, I can’t believe I’m posting this bro. Please Rockkkk come back. Rock, I’m lost, but I’m active [in] my word. Rock, I love you big brother with my whole entire heart [and] soul.”

Meen closed out his social media statement by writing. “I’m sorry it wasn’t me. Why [do] they take the one that provides for the whole family? 😣😢😢😢😢 Your daughters.🤦🏽‍♂️🤦🏽‍♂️Damn, Rock nooo😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢 I GOT YOU. I For An I. I’m my brother’s keeper.”

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Prosecutors Subpoena Megan Thee Stallion’s Friend Kelsey For Tory Lanez Trial

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY) Updated Category: News
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The ongoing legal battle involving Tory Lanez continues to play out in court and in the public. Megan Thee Stallion accused Lanez of shooting her in the feet back in 2020. Authorities eventually arrested Lanez, and another hearing for that assault/firearm case took place this week.

According to Rolling Stone Senior Reporter Nancy Dillon, the latest hearing included some interesting news. Apparently, Megan’s former friend Kelsey Harris (aka Kelsey Nicole) attended the court session. Prosecutors could force Kelsey to testify in the future.

“Outside Tory Lanez hearing now. Waiting to see what will happen with [the] trial date. It could start today, but [the] judge [is] involved in a different trial, so it would have to be sent to a different courtroom. Another continuance possible,” tweeted Nancy Dillon on Wednesday morning.

Nancy Dillon returned to the social media platform later that day to add, “Kelsey Harris is here. She is being ordered back as a witness being called by prosecutors. Ordered back Dec. 9.”

Megan The Stallion, Tory Lanez & Kelsey Harris Partied Together Before The Shooting

Kelsey Harris was reportedly at the scene of the shooting in California two years ago. Prior to someone firing a weapon, Tory, Megan, and Kelsey attended a party together hosted by reality show star Kylie Jenner.

It is not clear exactly what role Kelsey Harris played on the night of the Hollywood Hills shooting. She apparently did have a falling out with Megan Thee Stallion after the violent incident.

Tory Lanez insinuated he had sex with Megan Thee Stallion and Kelsey Harris which caused a rift between the two women. However, Megan has denied being intimate with the “Say It” hitmaker. Both Megan Thee Stallion and Tory Lanez have addressed each other about the controversy in songs and on social media.

Nancy Dillon also reported Tory Lanez’s trial start date will likely begin during the time period of November 28 through December 8. The Canadian rapper/singer pled not guilty to charges of assault with a semiautomatic firearm, personal use of a firearm, and carrying a loaded/unregistered firearm in a vehicle.

Tyrese Points Out R. Kelly Wrote The Song Used For Maxwell’s #FortunateChallenge

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The #FortunateChallenge is the latest trend to take over social media. Maxwell’s classic song “Fortunate” inspired the meme, but Tyrese Gibson wants the world to know federal convict R. Kelly played a role in the creation of the song.

Overnight, Tyrese took to his Instagram Story to post about the viral #FortunateChallenge. The 43-year-old singer/actor felt the need to point out that incarcerated R&B performer R. Kelly wrote Maxwell’s award-winning single.

“Dear participants of the #MaxwellChallenge that very classic, legendary hit was fully written and produced by R. KELLY… It’s actually Kellz talking at the end of the song as it’s fading out…,” wrote Tyrese. The message, dated September 14, was written in the iPhone Notes app.

Robert “R.” Kelly is back in the news this week after a federal jury found the Chocolate Factory album creator guilty of multiple child pornography charges in Chicago. The jury also acquitted Kelly of conspiracy to obstruct justice, conspiracy to receive child pornography, and receiving child pornography.

Previously, a federal jury in Brooklyn found Kelly guilty of racketeering, bribery, sexual exploitation of children, and other charges. The self-described “Pied Piper of R&B” is currently serving 30 years in prison for that 2021 conviction in New York.

Following the premiere of Lifetime’s 2019 docuseries Surviving R. Kelly, which detailed multiple sexual abuse allegations against the musician, the #MuteRKelly movement gained more support. It is not clear if Tyrese is advocating for the public to stop promoting Maxwell’s “Fortunate” because of Kelly’s involvement.

U.K Rapper Skepta Sells His First Painting For $94,000 At Auction 

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Skepta has sold his first ever painting at high-end auction house Sotheby’s for £81,900 (approximately $94,656), more than $20,000 above the original estimate.  

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Titled “Mama Goes to Market,” the piece was included in the “Contemporary Curated” series, co-curated by the rapper himself. He handpicked nine of the works sold in the collection, choosing each piece because “they all had an African feeling about them.”  

“Whether they were created by African artists or not, they all share in this essence,” Skepta explained in a statement. “In one way or another, they triggered powerful dialogues with my painting too.” 

Skepta Created The Artwork in A Week

Skepta created his debut painting in seven days during the pandemic. “I did it because I was just super-frustrated in my house,” he told the Financial Times. Back in spring 2020, his performances were all canceled due to lockdowns. “I guess I was just so used to expressing myself all the time, every two days, out doing a show somewhere new.” He wasn’t “gonna write a song about lockdown and staying in. So I just ordered the oil paints and the canvas.”  

The result is “Mama Goes to Market,” inspired by childhood memories of Nigeria. The “Praise the Lord” hitmaker held on to the picture for a year before taking it to a Givenchy pop-up, where it was tagged by Chito, Slawn, and Goldie. The reaction to the painting was so good that someone suggested he should contact Sotheby’s and put it on the market. 

While the buyer remains unknown, before the sale, Skepta had his hopes on who would purchase it. “Honestly? Jay-Z,” he revealed when asked who he wanted to buy the painting. “Because he’s very into his African art. Him, or Dave Chappelle.” 

In addition, Skepta linked with Denim Tears to produce a range of merch inspired by his painting. The collection includes hand painted tees, a tote bag, a hoodie, a scarf, and jeans.  

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Nick Cannon Celebrates The Birth Of His Ninth Child, Daughter Onyx Ice 

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Nick Cannon announced the birth of his ninth child late on Wednesday night (Sept. 14), with his tenth and 11th children still on the way. 

The Wild ‘N Out host confirmed he has welcomed a daughter with model LaNisha Cole. Nick Cannon shared a series of images of the proud parents and their newborn alongside a lengthy caption. The heartfelt post revealed his baby girl’s name is Onyx Ice Cole Cannon. 

” Introducing ONYX ICE COLE CANNON, Nick began. “Once again Today I am in Awe of the Devine Feminine! God has given me and @MissLanishaCole the privilege of hosting an Angel here on earth. I vow to protect, provide, guide, and love this child to the best of my abilities.” 

Nick Cannon Asks People Not To Criticise The Mothers Of His Kids

He went on to explain that he can handle any criticism that comes his way but asked people to criticize LaNisha or the other mothers of his children. 

“As we all know I am not easily triggered and have quite tough skin and have always been an open book,” Nick Cannon added. “But not everyone in my family has that same level of strength. So I pray and ask others to please project all criticism and cynicism towards ME and not the loving and precious Mothers of my children.”  

Nick Cannon also praised the mother of his new baby and asked for prayers for his entire family.  

“@MissLanishaCole is one of the most guileless, peaceful and nonconfrontational kind souls I’ve ever witnessed, and only deserves to revel in this moment of blissful joy of motherhood. Please give her that. She is so loving and pure hearted.” Check out his touching post in full below.  

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Last month Nick Cannon announced that he is expecting his 11th child with model Brittany Bell. The pair also have two other children together, son Golden, five, and daughter, Powerful Queen, 19 months. 

Earlier this year, Nick revealed he is expecting his tenth child, his third with Abby De La Rosa, due in October. The pair already share twins Zion and Zillion, 13 months, In July, Bre Tiesi, gave birth to the pair’s first child together – son, Legendary Love.  

Nick Cannon also has twins Moroccan and Monroe, 11, with his ex-wife Mariah Carey. Nick’s son with Alyssa Scott, Zen, tragically died at five months old in December 2021 after being diagnosed with brain cancer. 

Cops Confirm Instagram Posts From PnB Rock & His Girlfriend May Have Led To Killing  

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As the Hip-Hop community continues to mourn the loss of PnB Rock, who was shot and killed on Monday (Sept. 12), authorities have revealed more information surrounding the investigation. 

The 30-year-old rapper was having lunch with his girlfriend at a Roscoe’s House of Chicken ‘N Waffles in South Los Angeles when he was fatally shot during a robbery. After news of his death broke, some fans criticized PnB Rock’s girlfriend for sharing her location on her Instagram Story, believing it led to his murder.  

Los Angeles Police Chief Michel Moore confirmed PnB Rock was targeted because of an Instagram post, according to Fox News 11. However, it is reported the rapper also shared a post from the parking lot of the L.A. restaurant when they arrived. “Giving somebody enough time to get here and kill him,” the outlet reported on Thursday. Check out the bulletin below. 

Meanwhile, Moore gave further details about the attack. Cops believe PnB Rock was a target because of “expensive jewelry and property that he had on his person.” 

Moore also revealed there were at least two suspects. “We do believe that there are a minimum of two of them. One was driving the vehicle, letting off his passenger, and that passenger went into the store, into the restaurant,” said Moore. The suspects then got into the getaway car and fled the scene. Investigators are examining video evidence and speaking with witnesses, including PnB Rock’s girlfriend. “It’s my understanding that the girlfriend is cooperating fully with us,” Moore added. 

Eminem Reveals Kendrick Lamar & J. Cole Motivate Him To Be “The Best Rapper” 

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Eminem may be pushing 50 years old, but he still aspires to be “the best rapper” making music today and looks to his peers to inspire him to continue to be great. 

While the Detroit native already has a legendary career after more than 25 years in the rap game, he admitted he looks to the newer generations of rappers for motivation.  

“My role in today’s hip-hop is to always try to be the best rapper,” Eminem explained during an interview with XXL. According to Em, “that’s it. That’s how I want to feel inside. That’s what I want to feel. And I can’t do that until I listen to what the f### J. Cole just put out. What the f### did Kendrick just put out?” 

Em revealed that hearing music from the likes of Kendrick and Cole makes him “get back on my s###,” and step his game up. But it’s not about numbers, or career highlights, but rather the drive to be the best.  

“At this point, a lot of the big achievements that could come in your career have happened for me already,” Eminem stated. “So I don’t hyper-focus on numbers and being on charts. What I hyper-focus on is people like Kendrick Lamar, Joyner Lucas, J. Cole and Big Sean, and watching them and how the f### they’re doing their s###. Because they’re also focused on being the best rappers.” 

Eminem Craves The Freedom Of His Early Career

Eminem also explained his writing process has changed since the beginning of his career and he now craves the “freedom” he once had.  

“All of a sudden, you’ve made a song about every single thing you can f###### possibly think of. So I start getting in my head. If I had a choice between being the best rapper or making the best albums, I’d rather be the best rapper.” 

Meanwhile, Snoop Dogg revealed he had to “make sure I was gonna represent” when he linked with Eminem on “From the D 2 the LBC,” in June. “You challenged me, Marshall,” Snoop Dogg admitted. “You put me back in my karate school days where I used to be a young emcee and loved the challenge of having to try a new style, a new cadence.” 

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