South Georgia’s gospel rap recording artist, KrizE, burst onto the scene in 2019 with his freshmen solo project titled “Greater19 – Welcome 2 The Boro” and the rest is history. Both born and raised in Statesboro GA, KrizE was heavily influenced by the more southern sound of rap but he still kept his ears engaged in artists like Jay Z, Nas, Dipset, Snoop Dogg, Notorious B.I.G, 2Pac, and a few others.
With his raspy but soulful delivery, KrizE is here to show you why you should consider combining Gospel with Hip Hop. His music paints a vivid picture of a man in search of his purpose while coming face to face with his own imperfections. He is definitely an artist in his own lane, as well as another strong voice in Hip Hop. Since his freshmen release, he has released two more singles as well as an added edition of his Greater19 project titled “Greater19 Deluxe Edition”.
He is currently working on new music for 2022 year and he will be dropping his new single titled “BLOOD” at the very end of this year. KrizE is the new face of real music, real expression, real art, real word, and real purpose. So once you hear his music, you will definitely know the meaning of Red Clay Gospel.
Drake is ready to move on from a $4 billion lawsuit against him.
According to court documents obtained by Radar Online, Drake has asked a judge to dismiss a woman’s defamation lawsuit against him. His attorney Larry Stein claims the woman has been ignoring the case.
The plaintiff, Mesha Collins, accused Drake of invading her privacy. She alleged he publicly revealed where she lived and used her name in “defamatory matters.”
Collins was arrested for breaking into the OVO rapper’s Los Angeles home in 2017. A member of Drake’s crew found her wearing one of his hoodies in a bedroom.
The trespassing case was dropped after Drake decided not to pursue charges. He wasn’t at home when the incident occurred.
At the time, Drake believed Collins may have been dealing with personal issues. He didn’t want to see her prosecuted over a situation where no one got hurt.
Earlier this year, the Canadian superstar said he didn’t even know Collins’ name until she filed the lawsuit against him. He denied all of her allegations.
“In April 2017, somebody broke into my Los Angeles home when I was not there,” he told the judge. “At the time of that incident, I was not told any details about the trespasser, including her name.”
Drake added, “I do not know Plaintiff. I have never met her and have never communicated with her. I did not even know of Plaintiff until this lawsuit was filed and served. Indeed, I was unaware of Plaintiff’s identity, name or where she alleges she lives until the filing and service of this lawsuit.”
Demarco is here to bring all the good vibrations and energy that comes with dancehall, one fire record at a time. Hailing from Jamaica, the recording artist, producer, and actor is a legend in his own right, a full creative who takes control over his art and even directs his own music videos. Before stepping into the limelight as his own artist, Demarco had the pleasure of working with some of music’s greats, such as producing Charly Black’s “Gyal You A Party Animal” and writing for the likes of Bounty and Rihanna.
Going on his 23rd year making music, Demarco describes himself as, “a very laid back guy. I’m a musician, a good father. I’m a very chill guy and I love music. Music is my passion. I love visual arts as well. I’m a simple guy, I just love music.”
Best known for his records “Fallen Soldiers,” “I Love My Life,” and “No Wahala” featuring Akon and Runtown, Demarco continues to pave the way for reggae, afrobeats, and dancehall. 14 years later after having to endure difficulties with his label and not being able to release music, Demarco is back with his highly-anticipated debut album titled Melody, via Oakland’s Ineffable Records. The 16-track project hails features from Shaggy, Sean Paul, Bounty Killer, Stephen Marley, and Konshens, and more.
AllHipHop: What does Jamaica mean to you?
Demarco: Jamaica means everything to me, that’s where I’m from. That’s my culture: the beaches, the nice food and the good vibes. Jamaica is the place to be. Jamaica is nice.
AllHipHop: How long have you been in Atlanta?
Demarco: Since 2017, that’s 4 years. [I came for] the music scene. I had to sort out my citizenship so I came here and had to sit down for a while. I came here and started making music.
AllHipHop: How long have you been making music?
Demarco: For a long time, since I was 16 years old. That’s about 23 years.
AllHipHop: You haven’t released a project in a decade. What happened with the label?
Demarco: The label just didn’t understand my music. After I put out some stuff, I tried to get off of the label but they didn’t want to release me until 10 years later. I was very young, like 22 or 23.
AllHipHop: I know a lot of people stuck in bad labels situations. How did you cope?
Demarco: With dancing/reggae music, you just could release. I was releasing singles and doing stuff for other producers. That’s how I got my income: doing shows, all that. I produce, as well as write for people.
AllHipHop: Speaking of, I know you worked with Rihanna…
Demarco: Yes, I did something for her. It’s not out yet though.
AllHipHop: What do you bring to the table working with such a big artist like her?
Demarco: I bring my own vibe. I bring my style of writing, production, everything. I bring the table to the artists, I am the table. [laughs]
AllHipHop: Debut album Melody out now, how are you feeling?
Demarco: I feel good about it, it’s my first official project. It’s a diverse album, there’s a lot of different moods to it. It’s music for everybody. It’s a fusion of reggaeton, dancehall, pop, alternative, everything. It’s a little bit of everything there.
AllHipHop: Talk about naming the album after your daughter.
Demarco: It’s a beautiful thing, I’m so proud. I feel so good. It’s flourishing, it’s doing great. My daughter brings luck to me. [laughs]
AllHipHop: How old is she?
Demarco: She’s one. It’s beautiful man. I love my daughter. She does new stuff every day, it’s amazing.
AllHipHop: Talk about linking with Sean Paul on “My Way.”
Demarco: I’ve known Sean Paul for years. We always talk about doing music together. I had the track, thought, “Sean Paul sounds like a good fit for the song” and I pitched it. They said, “yo this song, it’s tough. I like this. I’ma get on it.” And he did it.
AllHipHop: Just like that?
Demarco: Yes, because of my track record. People know I produce a lot of hit beats for people, write a lot of great music for people and I have a lot of great stuff myself out there. I’m credible.
AllHipHop: What about Shaggy on “Do It Again”?
Demarco: That song was recorded in 2009. That song is 12 years old. There’s a very respectable woman in Jamaica, she’s big in music. Her name is Sharon Burke. She’s the one who really linked me with Shaggy. From 2009, me and Shaggy have been rocking on music.
AllHipHop: How does it feel to put out a song 12 years later and it still be relevant?
Demarco: It’s great. That shows you I’ve been doing good stuff since way back. Music is timeless, you can’t put a time on music. Tomorrow, music could go back to the 70’s and people start dancing to 70’s type music. You can’t put a time frame on any style of music.
AllHipHop: What song means the most to you and why?
Demarco: One would be the “Mama” song, which I did with Ky-Mani Marley. I was a mama‘s boy. Rest in peace to my mom, she’s gone now. But I was a mama‘s boy. That’s one of the special songs to me on the album.
AllHipHop: I love that you collaborated with Stephen Marley on “Dance My Stress Away.”
Demarco: That song was also done in 2009. It was done by myself, and I let Stephen sing the hook. I let him record the chorus.
AllHipHop: What were you like in 2009 compared to now?
Demarco: I’m a loner, so I’ll be in my room creating music all day. I’m more outspoken now. I was a quiet guy. I was the behind-the-scenes guy, I didn’t even want to be an artist. I wanted to be behind the scenes because I started producing and writing, but stuff happens. I’m here now, talking with a great journalist right now.
AllHipHop: You also produced that record. How is it producing a record that you’re also an artist on too?
Demarco: I can do it all from producing, I engineer my own self, I record my own self. I write my own music, I even do my own music videos. I’m a director as well. I directed all of my videos.
AllHipHop: That must be very time-consuming.
Demarco: It is. It’s rough, but I just gotta do it because that’s what I love. I have to make time for It.
AllHipHop: How is the independent grind?
Demarco: It’s great! In this day, social media is everything now. I wouldn’t even advise artists to sign to a big record label, because social media is the way. If you have 500K or 600K followers on your page, why go to a major label? Get smart, learn the business and do your thing. Get a lawyer, get your stuff together, put out your music to your fans.
AllHipHop: One thing you want people to get from Melody?
Demarco: I want people to get the different range, the great songwriting, the great production. Walk away with a good feeling that the album gives you. It has a lot of different feelings, a lot of different moods.
AllHipHop: How does it feel to be the only artist to have Beenie Man and Bounty Killer on a song?
Demarco: It feels great. Growing up as a kid, Beenie Man and Bounty were my top artists. Bounty especially was my idol in music. Even when me and my cousin and I used to go to America in the summers, when I’m on the plane we’d have clashes. I’d sing Bounty Killer songs, he’d sing Beenie Man songs. We’d go back and forth. To grow up and see I’m creating music with these icons is a blessing.
AllHipHop: How difficult or easy was it to get those features?
Demarco: Honestly, it wasn’t difficult at all. A lot of artists have too much pride. For me, the song is called “Homage.” There’s no pride or ego there, I’m just bigging up the people who were before me. I’ve learned from them and they inspire me. I’m giving them their flowers before they’re gone, that’s it.
AllHipHop: 3 things you need in the studio?
Demarco: Inspiration, a good beat, and herbs sometimes. [laughs]
AllHipHop: What’s your relationship with cannabis?
Demarco: I’m not a big smoker, I smoke sometimes when I want to catch a vibe. It relaxes me and makes me think more. I can recite more lyrics sometimes, and find more creativity.
AllHipHop: Are you doing any more acting? I know that you were in Sprinter.
Demarco: I just did a short film, the video I have with Shaggy. We have an extended version releasing soon. It’s 11 minutes, there’s acting in there. Yes, I’m going to do some movies, everything. I have the equipment, I do everything myself. I have the cameras and all the gear.
AllHipHop: What can we expect from that short film?
Demarco: Expect to be laughing, it’s funny and well put together. The quality is out the roof.
AllHipHop: The album hit over 4.5 million streams on Spotify. You waited so long, how does that make you feel to see those numbers?
Demarco: It feels good, but it makes me feel like I want to go harder to promote. I want the numbers to be way bigger than that. I give God thanks, God is great, but I need that world stage. I need that big stage. It’s happening because see, I’m doing an interview with you. You’re part of the big stage, thank you.
AllHipHop: Are you performing at all?
Demarco: Yeah, I have a couple of shows lined up. I’m putting together a tour for the album. I’m also thinking about coming out with some Melody cologne. I’m going to have 1000 pieces exclusive, working on that right now.
AllHipHop: Do you have any other products?
Demarco: No, I’m trying to work on some bucket hats because that’s my style right now. The logo would be my face with another bucket hat, with the glasses.
AllHipHop: What are you most excited for next?
Demarco: I get to do everything I want to do. I wake up everyday and do what I love. It gets me excited.
After surviving a nearly fatal gunshot wound, Memphis artist Dreek is has found a new reason to rap. He sits in with AllHipHop to talk about his new project Do or Die, and relives the near tragedy. Growing up wasn’t always easy. He felt he was a star ever since he hit 12-years old. He started taking music seriously after an encounter at a Florida-area gas station.
Down in Orlando, FL, Dreek perused a gas station, and a cipher magically formed inside the store. The clerk heard Dreek getting busy and said to him, “Bro, you’re hard for real, you’re gonna be big, I can see it.” Dreek didn’t pay much attention to the comment because he had his eyes set on a career in basketball.
But due to some favoritism by his coaching staff, he decided to divert his attention from the court to the recording booth. Using instrumentals from YouTube and local young producers, Dreekdadon started putting his music out via SoundCloud and caught a lot of early attention. While in the studio with a friend, he played some tracks for an industry veteran, Thuy-An Julien who immediately knew he was a star and signed on as his manager.
When she played the music for Cortez Bryant, he was hooked as soon as Dreek’s vocals exploded out of the studio monitors, and saw the vision that Thuy-An sees in the Memphis spitter. Cortez signed Dreek to be one of the founding artists on BluePrint Distribution. With three commercial releases under his belt, “Don Style, Pt. 1”, “Trap N****” ft. NLE Choppa, and “Come Closer”, Dreek looks to make 2021 his year. He was almost killed in a shooting that he discusses in this exclusive interview.
Fetty Wap had another run-in with the law on Friday (December 17).
According to TMZ, the New Jersey native was arrested at the Newark Liberty International Airport. Police reportedly responded to an alert about his ankle monitor.
Cops apprehended Fetty Wap after learning there was a warrant out for his arrest. TMZ’s law enforcement sources said the warrant stemmed from a public nuisance out in North Bergen, New Jersey.
The 300 Entertainment artist, whose real name is Willie Junior Maxwell II, is expected to post bail and be released. But Friday’s arrest adds to his legal trouble as he’s already dealing with a federal drug case.
In October, Fetty Wap was arrested by the FBI prior to his set at Rolling Loud New York. He and five co-defendants are accused of distributing more than 100 kilograms of controlled substances across New Jersey and Long Island.
Prosecutors claim Fetty Wap was a “kilogram-level redistributor” of drugs such as cocaine, fentanyl and heroin. He spent nine days in jail before being released on $500,000 bail.
The diamond-selling rapper pleaded not guilty to the drug charges. He and his co-defendants face up to life in prison if convicted as charged.
Fetty Wap’s drug case is currently on hold after he and prosecutors agreed to a delay. The case is scheduled to proceed in 2022.
According to a recent report, running while listening to Drake will slow you down, whereas running while listening to Beyoncé will speed you up.
WHAT?
A new NON-scientific study tracked the running speed of 20 runners versus 60 instances of running. In the (saying it again) non-scientific study, it said that runners who listen to Drake slow down considerably. On the other side, those that listened to Beyoncé were able to run faster speeds.
WHAT? WOW!
Be prepared to run an additional minute and 45 seconds if you’re listening to Drake. That amounts to roughly 21 seconds per kilometer. Drake wasn’t the only artist slow people down Doja Cat, Nicki Minaj, and Katy Perry all contributed to slow we’re running times, according to the report.
If you listen to Beyoncé, you can expect to run 33 seconds per kilometer faster. That’s a whopping two minutes and 45 seconds per mile faster. Other artists that helped you run faster or harry styles, Britney Spears and others. Clearly, there’s no rhyme or reason to this.
On top of that, we know Drake is lo-fi rap for the most part and Beyonce is Sasha Fierce half of the damn time! You can’t do that to Drake! Put some of his earlier work or some of the higher energy joints he’s been on!
If I listen to my favorite Drake song, I am like this:
On the other side, from a Hip-Hop perspective, we love to listen to the likes of Nick Grant, Benny The Butcher, Conway, and M.O.P. as we work out!
Rihanna is an omnipresent personality. Her impact and her legacy continues to strengthen. As with any shrewd entrepreneur she delivers the goods. Look, it’s just in time for the holidays, too. Savage X Fenty drops cozy holiday separates.
To illustrate RiRi’s fashion dedication, Savage X Fenty is releasing a comfortable array of separates. The “Fluff It Up” collection may double as casual or loungewear. This latest addition goes on to emphasize its, already established, posh plaid patterns. A stunning navy blue and a tasteful neon green highlight the “Fluff It Up” pieces.
On the whole, the moderately priced items are more than affordable. The prices from this billionaire beacon work to encourage customer retention. Items range in price from between $40 upwards to around 90 bucks.
Therefore, all the last-minute shoppers can find with a quick peruse through their website will prove worthwhile. Keep in mind, a modest investment of less than $300 will yield a hefty five-item haul. These being a robe, slip dress, booty short, stockings and a cropped top. Go ahead, and dress like Ree.
50 Cent’s record label G-Unit says it owns Young Buck’s musical catalog just as a bankruptcy trustee attempts to settle a dispute over music royalties.
However, 50 Cent is looking to terminate the settlement agreement between Young Buck and the bankruptcy trustee because the money belongs to G-Unit.
According to 50 Cent, the court should deny the compromise because the song copyrights that are purported to be the property of Young Buck and the bankruptcy estate are the property of G Unit.
50 says Young Buck signed a recording agreement with G-Unit in July 2014 and advanced him $250,000.
Young Buck was supposed to record two albums for the label, but he failed to deliver them, so the two-year period on the deal has yet to start.
Under the terms of the deal Young Buck signed, G-Unit owns the rights to license his music and is supposed to pay him royalties in return for the sale rights to his music.
“Under the clear terms of the Recording Contract, the G-Unit Property belongs to G Unit because it owns all of the works comprising such property and [Young Buck] is only entitled to a percentage of the net proceeds G Unit earns from licensing such works. Therefore, the Motion to Compromise should be denied,” 50 Cent’s lawyer William N. Helou explained.
50 Cent claims the music – and the $24,228.14 in question – belong to G-Unit, and he wants the judge overseeing the case to deny the compromise between Young Buck and the estate.
“Here, the compromise is not fair and equitable because the Trustee’s settlement with [Young Buck] is premised on the incorrect assertion that the G-Unit Property is property of the estate. It is not,” Helou said.
If nothin else, Remy is confident. Simply put, her pen is a problem. So when, the “ShEther” rhyme-slayer stops by Big U’s Checc’n In podcast, she definitely continues to radiate self-assuredness. There she unequivocally states, “Nobody don’t play with me.”
Pertaining to her pen’s prowess, the “Conceited” wordsmith shares her unadulterated truth. Regardless of gender the “Lean Back” lyricist is ready for any of her Hip-Hop peers. “Cause my pen really go. They know; nobody don’t play with me. Even guys.”
Truly, the Bronx Bomber has faith in her skills. She goes on to explain, “People call me and they’re like, ‘You need to do some features. No girl wants to be on a song with me. Especially if she up! She don’t want Remy Ma on a song.”
To sum it up, the “Whateva” spitter, stands firmly atop her verbal dexterity. The multifaceted entertainer goes on to complete her statement. She then offers, “They know what’s gon’ happen and the same thing goes for guys. A guy don’t wanna call me to get on a song ’cause he knows what’s gonna happen!”
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Listen. the “GodMother” MC stays ready.
Remy Ma, the “GodMother” MC is not playing any games.
On his latest single, “Amen,” Young Roddy links up with Killer Mike, serving up the second single off of his forthcoming album, “Never Question God.” With “Amen,” Roddy steps away from the soulful sample-driven production the Jet Life co-founder is known for. On this track, Roddy dives headfirst into an unrelenting trap beat. Roddy’s delivery and energy, not to mention his beat selection, perfectly set up Killer Mike to put down a stellar verse that fans of his solo catalog and fans of his Run the Jewels catalog will both appreciate. The one-two punch they produce on the track is uncanny, especially given that it is their first time working together.
Produced by Roddy’s label-mate Iceberg Black, who boasts an impressive catalog of his own, the track uses an ambient, ominous melody as its foundation, allowing for Roddy and Killer Mike to plow through like they are running the streets of New Orleans and Atlanta. With the experience that each of them has in the rap game, it is no surprise that they connect so effortlessly on the track. Roddy knew this track would be special, and as such, there would be no better fit for the feature than the legend himself, Killer Mike.
“This track is meant to motivate people to succeed for themselves, their families, and their teams at the highest level,” says Roddy of “Amen.” “Having Killer Mike on the track is next level. He’s a legend in my eyes because he stands for something that’s bigger than music. I respect that to the fullest.”
“Never Question God”, which will be released in February 2022, will be one of Roddy’s best solo albums to date. He’s experimenting with different production, yet also delivering the patented soulful sound he created with Curren$y as they built the Jet Life movement from the ground up. It’s a carefully curated album, which sees Roddy tap notable and unexpected artists for dynamic collaborations. With “Amen,” Roddy gives listeners a glimpse of what’s to come.
Babygrande is an American independent record label and creative collective comprised of musicians, filmmakers, photographers, painters, and writers. Founded in 2001 by Chuck Wilson, former Director of A&R at Priority Records/EMI, Babygrande has emerged as one of the premier independent labels operating today. Babygrande has a catalog of over 3000 albums, music videos, and online content that includes Hip-Hop, EDM, indie rock, and everything in between. Babygrande has helped launch the careers of new artists and has nurtured the careers of seasoned veterans. As it heads towards its 25th Anniversary, Babygrande continues to focus on quality music and working with artists whose work ethic, craftsmanship, talent, and sounds are superior.
Young Thug is one of one. Life enhances his lyricism. So, with nearly a decade invested into his art, the Punk purveyor offers surprising insight into his creative process. As according to i-D, he contends, “I’ve never written a lyric.”
First off, the ability to deliver an intricate and appreciated perspective is a blessing. Thugger does this without the aid of a pen. To illuminate this admission, he says, “I’ve never written a lyric. Ever.” Furthermore, he claims, “I really haven’t. I kind of just freestyle.” The radical rapper continues to supply context to his statement.
Then, he adds, “I just go with it as it comes. I never really wrote anything down.” Thugger explains an inherent lack of patience provokes the polished behavior. “I’m not patient enough to sit and write. It just takes a lot of my day.”
As with most situations, there are, in fact, exceptions to this rule. The “Ski” spitter makes mention of the time he was incarcerated. That was one of the rare occasions – if only few times — where he would employ a writing instrument.
“Only time I’ve had the time to write lyrics down is when I’ve been incarcerated, shares Thug. “Even if I just have to go to jail for a day or something. I don’t like writing and that’s the only way I can write; if I just got time on my hands and there’s nothing in the world I could do.”
A good entertainer’s actions will organically elicit a response. For example, take Kodak Black. Recently (on Dec. 15), the “Super Gremlin” spitter would post a signed MAGA hat.
In fact, MAGA — Make America Great Again — is a strategic slogan that former president Trump employs. Therefore, to many, the saying is synonymous with blatant bigotry. So, what’s the connect between the Project Rugrat and the Number 45?
Well, here’s an interesting fact. It should be noted, on January 21, Lil’ Black got his prison sentence commuted. Originally, he was serving a 46-month bid for weapons related charges. The commutation comes courtesy of The Donald.
Accordingly, the exact same day of his commutation signing, he is said to have been released. So now, 1K seems to posses an unyielding appreciation for the considerable act. As a “prominent artist and community leader,” his credible actions are reasons for the release, this according to BBC.
Under, that lens, it could make sense. So, is that why Kutthroat Bill posts incendiary content? To his Instagram account, he would add and then later delete, a shout out the alleged Top Insurrectionist.
Simply, the candid caption reads, “Forever Trump.” Momentarily, he sends a to shout out both Donald J. and Eric Trump. The crimson cap seems to contain the reality star’s autograph.
Two weeks ago, Bobby Shmurda publicly complained about not being in charge of when his music comes out. He posted on social media, “[I don’t know] when s### [is] dropping so don’t ask me s###. Go ask them [m############] since they wanna control everything!!!!!!!”
It appears the powers-that-be behind the scenes have approved the release of a new Bobby Shmurda single. “Shmoney” landed on streaming platforms today (August 17).
The Tay Keith-produced track features Bobby Shmurda’s longtime GS9 comrade Rowdy Rebel. Quavo of the Atlanta-based rap group Migos also shows up on “Shmoney.”
Bobby Shmurda first gained attention in the Hip Hop game with 2014’s “Hot N####.” That single peaked at #6 on the Hot 100 chart and went on to earn 5x-Platinum certification from the Recording Industry Association of America.
Roddy Ricch returned this week with his sophomore studio LP Live Life Fast. Prior to dropping his new album, Ricch picked up a Platinum plaque and a Grammy Award as a feature on Nipsey Hussle’s 2019 single “Racks in the Middle.”
Many people view Nipsey Hussle as one of Roddy Ricch’s music industry mentors. The late Crenshaw, California native played a pivotal role in the rise of Ricch as an award-winning, chart-topping artist.
Roddy Ricch recently joined Apple Music 1’s Zane Lowe for New Music Daily Radio to talk about the Live Life Fast project. The 23-year-old rhymer also discussed Nipsey Hussle’s legacy and the late rapper’s impact on the Los Angeles community.
“When you say he was impactful after, right? I feel like to the world, that was the case. But if you’re from LA or you’re from Compton, or you from Long Beach, this n#### was like… I know he probably wasn’t necessarily globally a ‘star’ star yet, but I just felt like being from here, we know,” Roddy Ricch told Zane Lowe.
Ricch added, “I remember Durk was like, ‘I’m Chicago Jay-Z.’ Nip was like LA Jay-Z. It wasn’t just a conversation thing. It was like an actual thing. Like he owned his masters. He’s buying up the block. Like you could catch him at your local gas station, like on the real, hopping out, Maybach, taking pictures with people’s mamas, people’s aunties, little n#####.”
Roddy Ricch continued his comments about Nipsey Hussle. Ricch said, “Like when you get all the hoods to just slide up on your store and you got the different religious groups pulling up. Like that ain’t normal for nobody. That’s like bigger than life and that’s the thing. I just feel like people ain’t really feel it until it was gone.”
Live Life Fast arrived today (December 17). The 18-track album features Future, Kodak Black, 21 Savage, Takeoff, Jamie Foxx, Ty Dolla $ign, Alex Isley, Fivio Foreign, Lil Baby, and Gunna. Previously, Roddy Ricch dropped 2019’s Please Excuse Me for Being Antisocialwhich hosts the Diamond-certified “The Box.”
A brand new Aaliyah song is now available on DSPs. Fans can hear the late R&B singer’s vocals on a posthumous collaboration called “Poison.”
In addition to Aaliyah’s performance, “Poison” also features contemporary R&B superstar The Weeknd. DannyBoyStyles and Nick Lamb handled the track’s production.
Stephen “Static Major” Garrett is credited as a songwriter. Before he passed away in 2008, Static Major worked extensively with Aaliyah on her 2001 self-titled album as well as hit singles such as “Are You That Somebody?” and “Try Again.”
Earlier this year, Blackground Records 2.0 began adding projects from Aaliyah’s catalog to streaming services for the first time. In August, One In A Million broke into the Billboard 200 chart’s Top 10 twenty-five years after its initial release.
Aaliyah followed on September 10. The former #1 album on the Billboard 200 chart returned to the Top 20 region in September. Aaliyah’s third studio LP climbed back to #13.
The Romeo Must Die soundtrack, which hosts Aaliyah’s Hot 100 chart-topping “Try Again” song, made its way to streamers in September too. Plus, 2002’s I Care 4 U and 2005’s Ultimate Aaliyah compilations arrived a month later.
Megan was scheduled to appear at the event in Atlanta last night (Dec. 16) but had to withdraw after receiving the news that her crew had been exposed to the virus.
“We recently learned a few members on my team have been exposed to COVID,” Meg wrote. “While I tested negative today, I’m not feeling well, and as a safety precaution, I won’t be able to perform at Jingle Ball in Atlanta tonight. I’m extremely disappointed to let my hotties down. Hoping to feel better tomorrow.”
Coincidently, earlier this month Megan Thee Stallion linked with Jimmy Fallon and Ariana Grande to create a COVID-era Christmas song. Fallon told Grande he needed a rapper, so she reached out to the “Big Ole Freak” hitmaker. “Are you kidding me? Ariana and Jimmy,” came the reply from Megan. “My two besties? Let’s do it.”
Fallon wanted to create something festive and cheerful following the doom and gloom of the pandemic. He explained, “I wanted to write something reflecting on how tough it was for everyone last year during the holidays and that it’s gonna get better.”
“If we can get people to go get the booster or get the vaccine, that’d be amazing,” he added. “If not, hopefully it just makes people smile and have a good time.”
Elsewhere this week it was reported that Megan Thee Stallion has signed a mega-deal with Netflix. “Venturing into production is the next step in my journey as an entrepreneur,” she said of the deal. “I can’t wait to bring all my ideas to life and for my Hotties to watch.”
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However, “Rumors” quickly fell down the Hot 100. It only remained on the rankings for seven weeks. In comparison, Lizzo’s breakout hit “Truth Hurts” peaked at #1 and had a 42-week chart life.
A Twitter fan account reported that “Rumors” surpassed 90 million streams on Spotify since its release in August. Another user questioned why some critics are calling Lizzo’s record the “worst song of 2021.”
In response, Lizzo tweeted, “I don’t think [people] know the difference between ‘bad’ music & non-viral music these days. They equate virality [with] quality & that’s just not true😇.”
The vocalist born Melissa Viviane Jefferson continued, “When I play this song live thousands of [people] scream the words. I’m getting plaques for ‘Rumors’ 🤑. Viral does NOT = successful YALL😘.”
According to the Recording Industry Association of America’s website, Lizzo and Cardi B’s “Rumors” is currently certified Gold. The collaboration was also nominated for the MTV Video Music Award for Song of Summer, losing to “Butter” by BTS.
50 Cent’s “Queen Nazinga” follows the journey of a young princess into a feared warrior queen who wages a 40-year war against the Portuguese slavers subjugating her people. Nzinga sacrifices everything, eventually seizing the crown to become the first-ever female ruler.
Fiddy announced the show via social media, likening the drama to the epic historical action film “300.”
“If you liked the movie 300 your gonna love this,” 50 Cent captioned the post. “I’m turning it up notch.🔥NZINGA🔥 @moabudu GLG🚦GreenLightGang #bransoncognac #lecheminduroi”
He also revealed “American Gods’” Yetide Badaki will star in the main role. While sharing a picture of the stunning actress he wrote, “You know Yetide from American God’s. I’m not playing around out here.”
A further post revealed creator, head writer, and executive producer of the Starz series “Spartacus” Steven S. DeKnight was also on board. “If you liked Spartacus you going to love Nzinga,” wrote 50 Cent. “’m not bullshiting,” he added.
Meanwhile, Yetide Badaki spoke on the importance of the project.
“It has been a long held dream of mine to bring the story of Nzinga to the screen. Her courage, determination and passion resonated from the moment I laid eyes on historical depictions of the legendary queen,” said Badaki. “I am thrilled by Starz’ continued commitment to much needed stories about and by historically excluded voices and the deeply talented team being built to share this epic narrative with the world.”
“I can’t believe twitch can just ban you without any proof or explanation. This doesn’t feel right. I gotta sue these people,” tweeted Soulja Boy on December 15.
He later added, “I need the best lawyer money can buy dm me I got millions I wanna sue twitch I feel like they racist they ban me without no explanation I will not stand for this.”
Additionally, Soulja Boy called on his 5.4 million Twitter followers to refrain from using Twitch as a protest. Another one of his tweets simply read, “#BoycottTwitch #TwitchisRacist.”
Now Soulja Boy is retracting his comments about the company. The 31-year-old southerner returned to Twitter in order to apologize to the Amazon subsidiary.
“Just spoke with Twitch I would like to send an apology to the entire staff and community. It’s their decision, let’s just see what happens. Thanks for your support 🙏🏾💯,” posted Soulja Boy on Thursday.
The “We Fly High” rapper took to Instagram to share a snippet of some new music from his forthcoming album. He teased the track with a customary “inside the studio” video with producer, Hitmaka. According to Jim Jones, the project could be on its way soon.
“But when I drop this @hitmaka album it’s really gone b a problem,” he wrote. “We almost finish @empire.”
Hitmaker Reveals Jim Jones New Album Titled “Prime 112”
However, it was Hitmaka who revealed the provocative name of the album, in a tweet that has since been deleted. According to him, the project shares the name of the restaurant where Jones and Gibbs had their alleged alteration, “Prime 112.”
“Jim Jones & Hitmaka ALBUM “Prime 112.” Feats – Jeremih, Ty$, Steff London, Benny The Butcher, Conway, Trav, Pleasure P, Ball Greazy, Tink & A FEW MORE HAVE CANT TALK ABOUT.”
Fans were quick to spot that the album is titled after the spot where Jim Jones and Freddie Gibbs got into an alleged fight and pointed this out. According to Hitmaka, formerly known as Yung Berg, he has no issue with Gibbs and is just doing his job.
“Lmao now Yung Berg s####### on @FreddieGibbs Damn…” one user wrote.
“No I’m not that’s my n####,” Hitmaka responded. “Don’t none of this s### got anything to do with me AT ALL I’m just making songs and ain’t 1 diss on the project. So let that go.”
No I’m not that’s my n####. Don’t none of this s### got anything to do with me AT ALL I’m just making songs and ain’t 1 diss on the project. So let that go
The controversial media personality had already addressed the rumored altercation on his twitch show. He said while Jim Jones “rolls with some real n#####, Freddie Gibbs “is just like me. A Twitter n####.”
Freddie Gibbs is yet to speak on the situation, though he did post a video the day after whatever happened with Jim Jones showing off his unblemished face.
