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Tyga Caught Up In $4M RICO Claims Against Floyd Mayweather Jr.

By: Justin IveyCategory: News

A jeweler sued Tyga, Floyd Mayweather Jr. and The Money Team for allegedly refusing to pay for luxury watches and jewelry. Leonard Sulaymanov accused the celebrities of RICO violations, fraud, breach of contract, unjust enrichment and more, per court documents obtained by AllHipHop. The Miami New Times was the first to report on the lawsuit.

“Mayweather, TMT and possibly others have systematically created, participated and engaged in what can be described as a quasi-criminal, money laundering scheme involving high-end, rare and exclusive luxury watches and jewelry,” Sulaymanov’s lawyers claimed. “The Defendants, acting in concert and with other financially incentivized third parties, will purchase/acquire luxury watches by soliciting watch brokers, like Plaintiffs herein, and offering them upfront cash with payment terms in exchange for the purchase of watches and jewelry, with no intention of paying off the total balances.”

Sulaymanov’s issues with Mayweather stemmed from a series of meetings in 2021. The jeweler was introduced to Jona Rechnitz, an associate of Mayweather. Rechnitz allegedly arranged for Sulaymanov to present various high-end items to Mayweather in Miami. The boxer agreed to purchase multiple watches and other jewelry.

Mayweather allegedly racked up a $4,151,157 bill. Rechnitz paid an initial down payment of $90,000. Sulaymanov received an additional $177,000 before Mayweather left Miami to go to Las Vegas. Roughly two weeks later, Rechnitz summoned the jeweler to Las Vegas to meet with another client: Tyga. The rapper agreed to buy a Rolex for $79,000. No payments were made, but Sulaymanov was given a “false sense of security” because the defendants purchased more merchandise.

Sulaymanov grew concerned when days went by with no payments from the defendants. Rechnitz promised payment was coming, but the jeweler never received anything. Sulaymanov was allegedly owed $3,883,657. He pursued litigation after learning of similar cases against Mayweather and Rechnitz.

“Defendants … take possession of watches and jewelry, demanding formal paperwork, boxes and warranties, request repayment terms with upfront cash deposits, only to refuse to pay the full price for said items and in some instances, claim they never ‘purchased’ the item but rather it was ‘gifted’ to them because of their fame and status,” Sulaymanov’s lawyers noted. “Lawsuits around the country have been filed in recent years against said Defendants.”

Sulamaynov sought more than $4 million in damages. He requested compensatory damages for humiliation, embarrassment and mental anguish.

Mariah Carey’s Mother & Sister Dead On Exact Same Day

By: Kyle EusticeCategory: News

Mariah Carey suffered an unimaginable tragedy over the weekend, when both her mother and sister died on the exact same day. The Grammy Award-winning singer confirmed the news on Monday (August 26) via PEOPLE.

She said in a statement: “My heart is broken that I’ve lost my mother this past weekend. Sadly, in a tragic turn of events, my sister lost her life on the same day. I feel blessed that I was able to spend the last week with my mom before she passed. I appreciate everyone’s love and support and respect for my privacy during this impossible time.”

Carey didn’t provide any furthers on her mother Patricia or sister Alison passed. Alison was reportedly diagnosed with HIV/AIDS in 1988 and suffered from drug addiction. She allegedly hadn’t spoken to Carey since 1994.

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Patricia, who was previously married to Alfred Roy Carey, was a Juilliard-trained opera singer and vocal coach before giving birth to Alison, Mariah and son Morgan. The parents divorced when Carey was 3 years old.

Carey wrote about her complicated relationship with her mother in her 2020 memoir, The Meaning of Mariah Carey.

“Like many aspects of my life, my journey with my mother has been full of contradictions and competing realities,” she said. “It’s never been only black-and-white—it’s been a whole rainbow of emotions. Our relationship is a prickly rope of pride, pain, shame, gratitude, jealousy, admiration and disappointment. A complicated love tethers my heart to my mother’s.”

In 2010, mother and daughter came together for ABC’s Mariah Carey: Merry Christmas to You special and performed a duet of “O Come All Ye Faithful/Hallelujah Chorus.” Carey also dedicated her memoir partly to her mother, writing, “And to Pat, my mother, who, through it all, I do believe actually did the best she could. I will love you the best I can, always.”

Carey’s relationship with her sister was difficult as well. At the time of its release, she said it was “emotionally and physically safer for me not to have any contact” with her or her brother. In 2021, Alison sued Carey for allegations she made in the book.

At one point, Carey claimed Alison “gave her V#####, tried to pimp her out and threw a cup of boiling hot tea on her causing third-degree burns” when she was 12. Alison disputed the accusations and claimed Carey provided zero evidence to support them.

Alison, on the other hand, said their mother subjected her to satanic rituals and sexual activity at a young age. She revealed she suffered a traumatic brain injury during a 2015 home invasion and accused Carey of using her status as a public figure “to attack her penniless sister” to promote her book. Alison sued Carey for more than $1.25 million.

Fivio Foreign Films Man Shooting Drugs Amid Trump Support & JD Vance Death Penalty Pledge

By: Devon JeffersonCategory: News

Fivio Foreign is drawing backlash on social media after sharing a controversial post that appears to promote drug use and the illegal tender and sales of narcotics such as heroin.

In a tweet he shared on Sunday (August 25), Fivio Foreign connected with trending Philadelphia rapper Skrilla, who went viral earlier this year after doing a From The Block live performance of his song “G#######” with a pair of women who appeared to be on drugs.

According to Fivio, he and Skrilla elected to hit the streets after his concert got canceled, which resulted in the pair of rappers and their entourages taking part in the filing of a disturbing video of a man purportedly using narcotics on the street.

“Philly bloccs Show got canceled we went to the hood to checc Skrilla ,” Fivio wrote in the caption of the video.

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The group of onlookers chanted the street term “dog food”—widely used for as a code word for heroin—as the incident occurred, seemingly glorifying the sale of drugs. Since Fivio shared the grizzly video, the tweet itself has attracted well over a million views on Twitter. Additionally, thousands of users reacted to the clip with utter disgust and astonishment while criticizing Fivio for sharing it in the first place.

“Fivio might be the dumbest rapper of all time, you cant make this up,” one user wrote in a tweet. Another user added, “Fivio like forty in another n###as hood hanging with junkies show got cancelled so this what u decide to go do? Lmfao.”

Users continued reacting to the video, slamming the two rappers for seemingly making fun of the ongoing drug epidemic that’s actively claiming lives.

One user who appears to be a close associate to Skrilla, came to the defense of the Philly native by remarking on the environment he was brought up in.

“If you never met Skrilla, don’t talk about him as a person cuz of this tweet plz,” the user pleaded in part. “He grew up in Kensington. He’s a product of his environment. This all he knows. But Skrilla is one of the most kindhearted people I know and one of the best friends I made in the music industry.”

Fivio recently endorsed Donald Trump for president and even collaborated with the former POTUS on a song featuring Kodak Black entitled “ONBOA47RD.” However, the “City Of God” rapper’s recent post is certainly off-code from the platform Trump and his running mate, JD Vance, have stood on recently.

Vance recently pledged to sentence convicted drug dealers to the death penalty if Trump is elected to a second term. Vance is the U.S. Senator for the state of Ohio, which has been significantly impacted by the opioid crisis, with overdose deaths remaining a critical public health issue. In recent years, there has been an alarming increase in overdose deaths, particularly due to fentanyl, which is often mixed with other drugs leading to unintentional overdoses.

Uncle Luke Demands Money From Ice Spice, Megan Thee Stallion & Other Twerking Rappers

By: Justin IveyCategory: News

Southern Hip-Hop pioneer Uncle Luke believes he deserves compensation from rappers known for their sexual lyrics and presentation. The 2 Live Crew member sought payment from Ice Spice, Megan Thee Stallion and more for paving the way with his music, which was once deemed obscene by a federal judge.

“I need a check from Ice Spice,” Uncle Luke said on social media. “I need a check from Sexyy Red. All the f###### girls, Megan Thee Stallion. Anybody that’s running around shaking their ass. Male rap is on some b####### right now. I’m sorry. The females are winning. They’re doing everything that I did. I’m still waiting for these girls to send me a f###### check.”

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Uncle Luke specifically named Ice Spice, Megan Thee Stallion and Sexyy Red. He quickly changed his mind about Sexyy Red due to her deal with Open Shift Distribution.

“I need a check from Ice Spice, who turning her ass around and dropping it like it’s hot and doo doo browning,” he said. “I need a check from her. I need a check from Sexyy Red. Nah, that Red my friend. My man Stan. Shouts out to Stan, Stan the man. I don’t need a check from him. That’s my dog. That’s his record company.”

He added, “All the f###### girls, Megan Thee Stallion, anybody that’s running ‘round shaking they ass talking ‘bout p#### and dick on the record, y’all need to send me a check. Send me a check. Just stop by with the check and say, ‘Thank you Uncle Luke for allowing us, fighting, going to the Supreme Court, allowing us to be able to say what we saying on the records. And we’re whooping these men’s a#### right now ’cause we doing our thing.’”

2 Live Crew’s As Nasty As They Wanna Be was the first album to be declared legally obscene. The group was arrested for performing songs from the album and a record store owner was busted for selling it. Uncle Luke and his fellow 2 Live Crew members were acquitted of obscenity in 1990. An appeals court overturned a federal judge’s obscenity ruling regarding As Nasty As They Wanna Be in 1992.

Diddy Drags Uncle Murda Clip Into Bid To Dismiss Lil Rod’s Bombshell Lawsuit

By: Justin IveyCategory: News

Sean “Diddy” Combs asked a New York judge to throw out producer Lil Rod’s salacious lawsuit on Monday (August 26). Diddy’s lawyers filed a motion seeking a dismissal with prejudice, per court documents obtained by AllHipHop. If granted, the judge’s order would prevent Lil Rod from refiling his case against the Hip-Hop mogul.

“Replete with legally meaningless allegations and blatant falsehoods, the [lawsuit’s] true purpose is to generate media hype and exploit it to extract a settlement—no surprise, given that [Lil Rod’s]attorney was recently referred to this Court’s Grievance Committee for engaging in a ‘pattern’ of ‘improperly fil[ing] cases in federal court to garner media attention, embarrass defendants with salacious allegations, and pressure defendants to settle quickly,” Diddy’s lawyers wrote.

Lil Rod, whose real name is Rodney Jones, sued Diddy in February. The producer accused Diddy of RICO violations, sexual assault, sex trafficking and breach of contract, among other claims.

Diddy’s lawyers denied the allegations. His attorneys said Lil Rod failed “to state a single viable claim” in their motion to dismiss. The defendant’s legal team disputed multiple aspects of Lil Rod’s lawsuit, saying it was filled with “hyperbole and lurid theatrics.”

“Mr. Jones’s lawsuit is pure fiction – a shameless attempt to create media hype and extract a quick settlement,” Diddy’s attorney Erica Wolff said in a press statement. “There was no RICO conspiracy and Mr. Jones was not threatened, groomed, assaulted, or trafficked. We look forward to proving – in a court of law – that all of Mr. Jones’s claims are made up and must be dismissed.”

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Diddy’s motion cited a clip of Lil Rod appearing at 50 Cent’s Humor & Harmony festival as an example of the producer’s true motives for filing the lawsuit. Lil Rod was seen with rapper Uncle Murda in a brief video from the event.

“Taking a page from his attorney’s playbook, Jones recently posted a video on the ‘X’ platform in which he, together with a performer known as ‘Uncle Murda,’ laughed about this lawsuit (despite his allegations of ‘severe emotional distress’), demanded Mr. Combs pay him ‘that money by Monday,’ and warned: ‘I’m from Chicago, we don’t play about our business,’ Diddy’s lawyers noted in their filing. “Like the [Second Amended Complaint], Jones’ videotaped threats on social media are part of a calculated effort to promote his personal brand and profit from the exposure. Such tactics have no place in federal court.”

Lil Rod is one of the many people who’ve sued Diddy for sexual assault over the past year. Diddy is also the subject of a federal investigation into sex trafficking allegations.

Playboi Carti Fans On High Alert Over The Weeknd Tease

By: Justin IveyCategory: News

Playboi Carti hinted at a new collaboration with The Weeknd amid fan speculation over the reclusive rapper’s third studio album. Carti posted a photo of himself FaceTiming The Weeknd on Instagram Stories, making fans wonder if the two teamed up for new music on Monday (August 26).

Carti and The Weeknd previously worked together on the song “Popular” with Madonna. The track was originally supposed to appear on a soundtrack for The Weeknd’s HBO show The Idol. “Popular” was included on a deluxe edition of his greatest hits album The Highlights.

Fans have impatiently waited for Carti to release a new album for a few years. His last project, Whole Lotta Red, dropped in 2020.

Carti and Iggy Azalea’s son Onyx was also born in 2020. Azalea claimed Carti wasn’t handling his share of the parenting duties on Jesse Tyler Ferguson’s Dinner’s on Me podcast in July.

“I’m very much the only parent,” she said. “No disrespect, but yes, I am not co-parenting really, and that’s just the reality of it.”

Azalea and Carti’s romance ended the same year their son was born. She said the former couple had “a volatile relationship” in a 2023 interview. The Australian rapper broke up with Carti to “break the toxic cycle.”

Tyrese’s “Beautiful Pain” and Movie “1992”: A Double Release Rooted in Authenticity and Healing

By: Chuck Creekmur (@ChuckCreekmur)Category: Exclusives

Tyrese Gibson Unveils His Heart and Soul with New Album Beautiful Pain and His Hood in Film “1992”

Tyrese is ready to share not just one, but two deeply personal projects with the world. His new double album, Beautiful Pain, and his movie, 1992, are set to drop on August 30.

Tyrese has poured his heart into his latest musical opus, Beautiful Pain, available through his own platform tyrese.tv. The double album, which he said is as the most important music he has ever released, is an an emotional journey. The work travels through his well-publicized trials of divorce, the pursuit of new love, and the complexities of healing from the loss of his mother.

“I hope people feel the authenticity, the realness. This album is about the highs and lows of love, the pain and the beauty that come with it. It’s my Marvin Gaye Here, My Dear moment. I want people to listen to it and be reminded that love is worth fighting for, that healing is possible,” he said before an audience at The New York Times Square AMC theater.

Beautiful Pain spans 20 tracks, each one a testament to Tyrese’s commitment to authenticity and depth in his music. The album marks a departure from the conventional sound of today’s R&B, featuring entirely live production by the legendary David Foster, with contributions from renowned saxophonist Kenny G.

Tyrese is confident that Beautiful Pain will resonate deeply with listeners, particularly those navigating their own relationships.

“It’s the most important album I’ve ever released. It’s about my divorce, about me finding love again. The album is grown. It’s a full experience. No skips,” he maintained. “This album is meant to bring people back together, not contribute to the divorce rate. I’ve played it for married couples, and they’ve told me it helped them reconnect.”

Tyrese’s dual projects, “1992“ and Beautiful Pain, stand as a powerful statement and commercial works. Both are squarely rooted in his personal experiences.

“When God’s got His hands on something, don’t worry about the way it looks,” he says.

In an era where many artists chase trends and chart positions, Tyrese Gibson is proving that there is still room for authenticity, perseverance, and stories that touch the soul in the entertainment industry.

Canadian Rapper Haviah Mighty Drops Underdog Anthem

By: Chuck Creekmur (@ChuckCreekmur)Category: Music

Haviah Mighty has been a force in the game since day one. We first met her in The Netherlands at New Skool Rules, but since then she emerged victorious with JUNO Awards, BET nominations and other accolades. They are just the shiny milestones in a journey built on straight-up hustle and raw talent. Haviah’s flow is unmatched—whether she’s channeling Missy Elliot’s swag or flipping it like Snoop, with a little Destiny’s Child and Sheck Wes flavor thrown in the mix.

“DTF” (Double The Fun) is more than just a track; it’s an anthem for the underdogs. It’s for those who grind twice as hard just to get half as far, who find beauty in the struggle, and who never let the doubters or haters hold them back.

Haviah has also teamed up with some serious heavyweights like Amir Jamm (Madonna, Preme), Bizness Boi (Lil Baby, J.Cole, 6LACK, Rihanna), Derelle Rideout (Lil Uzi Vert, Saweetie, Kodak Black, Gucci Mane), and Tony Parker (Smiley, OhGeesy, 42 Dugg).

Stay tuned, because Haviah Mighty is just getting started.

Nick Cannon Dragged Into Viral Debate Amid Cam Newton’s Controversial Fatherhood Remarks 

By: London JennnCategory: News

Nick Cannon is getting dragged on social media after a clip of Cam Newton disusing his view on marriage and fatherhood went viral.  

On the latest episode of his Funky Friday show, Newton discussed marriage and relationships with his guest, Dr. Cheyenne Bryant. He admitted that despite having eight children with three different women, he is in no rush to settle down. Newton explained to Dr. Bryant that he wants even more children, but his “desire to get married” is lower than his”fear of divorce.” 

However, Dr. Bryant told him his actions were creating broken families. “You’re not taking your time,” she replied. “You have eight kids with three different women. You are creating, procreating, and multiplying. That is not taking your time, you’re being very selectively active.” She added that his fears “will selfishly create broken families.” 

Nick Cannon Had Dr. Bryant On His “Counsel Culture” Show

His comments sparked controversy online, with many social media users slamming the former NFL star. Nick Cannon was also used as an example of another man who, like Cam Newton, has multiple children with different mothers.  

Users shared a clip from the Wild ‘N Out star’s interview with Dr. Bryant. 

“The clip of Dr. Bryant speaking with Cam Newton is nuts BUT this one of her talking to Nick Cannon is even crazier,” one person wrote. “He basically admitted to being a wolf in sheep’s clothing. He’s a predator who has no issue with“preying on women” bc “that’s what men do” (his words not mine). 

“Ngl that Cam Newton video p##### me off so bad,” another person shared. “The Nick Cannonfication of fatherhood is a national health crisis that needs to be addressed and dismantled. You n##### are real life crazy.” 

A third user stated, “I’m so glad everyone is dragging Cam Newton for that video. He and other Nick Cannon types deserve public shaming for their behavior. It’s insane that these men think they can make tons of children in different homes but still deserve access to any woman. 

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Eminem’s Daughter Hallie “Audibly Sobbed” Listening To Father’s Album 

By: London JennnCategory: News

Eminem’s daughter Hallie Jade Scott wept with emotion after hearing two songs on her father’s album. 

Last month, the Detroit legend released his latest album, The Death of Slim Shady (Coup de Grâce), which included a track dedicated to Hallie, “Somebody Save Me.” Eminem dropped the music video last week, and Hallie revealed she watched it once but refused to watch it again.  

“I watched it in its entirety, and I don’t think I can do it again,” she said of the visuals during the latest episode of her Just a Little Shady podcast. I definitely cry every time I hear it at all.” 

The track, which features Jelly Roll and includes childhood footage of Hallie, sees Eminem delve into an alternate reality where he never got sober.  

“Hailie, I’m so sorry I know I wasn’t there for your first guitar recital,” he raps. “Didn’t walk you down the aisle/Missed the birth of your first child/Your first podcast, lookin’ down, sweetie.” 

Eminem’s “Temporary” Features Audio Of Baby Hallie Jade

Eminem and Skylar Grey’s song “Temporary” also made Hallie extremely emotional.  

“Between that and ‘Temporary,'” she said of the track, which features a recording of her as a baby. “I audibly sobbed I think for both songs, but especially ‘Temporary.’” 

Her voice cracked as she continued discussing the premise of the track. 

“Watching the video back and listening to the songs, I feel like my parents did such a good job,” she explained. “Growing up, where I didn’t realize how bad things were, but now as an adult, in hindsight, it’s so scary to think about. I think that’s why I get emotional so much, just thinking that that could have happened.” 

“Somebody Save Me” is likely made even more poignant for Hallie after Eminem walked her down the aisle as she married her new husband, Evan McClintock. 

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In May, the Academy Award-winning MC celebrated 17 years of sobriety after a crippling addiction to painkillers almost cost him his life in 2007.  

Check out Hallie talking about Eminem’s album around the 27:00 minute mark in the video below.

Kid Cudi Stunned Kanye West Dropped Their Collab: “What Da Hell Is He Doing?” 

By: London JennnCategory: News

Kid Cudi told a fan how much he wanted to hear his latest song with Kanye West and was shocked to learn that Ye had already dropped the track. 

On Sunday (August 25), Cudi held a Q&A with his fans to kill time while waiting for a flight. One of his followers told him they loved hearing him on Ye’s  “GUN TO MY HEAD.” 

However, Cudi was unaware the track featured on one of the multiple deluxe versions of Kanye West and Ty Dolla $ign’s VULTURES 2. 

“Its tasty. Hope Ye drops that one day,” he replied before the fan revealed the song was out. “Where??? I wanna hear,” he said. “I forgot what it sounds like I only heard it once since I recorded it when he played it that one time at the listening event.” 

When another user informed him the song was released on Yeezy.com but had sold out, Kid Cudi vowed to have a conversation with Kanye West.  

“What da hell is he doin???” he asked. “Haha ima talk to him.” 

Earlier this year, Kid Cudi revealed he forgave Kanye West following a highly-publicized feud over the “Donda 2” album. West cut Cudi from the album due to his friendship with Pete Davidson. The comic was dating West’s ex-wife, Kim Kardashian, at the time. 

“The reason why we became cool again is because he apologized to me and it was sincere,” he said during an interview in January. “I was just like, ‘Wow.’ Kanye does not apologize to anybody and say sorry to anyone. And that’s my brother, man. I know he loves me and there’s just nothing like Kanye and Cudi. We like the duo that everybody loves to see.” 

Kid Cudi Reflects On Kanye West Feud

In his Q&A Sunday night, Cudi told fans he hopes to collaborate with Ye again. He was touched when a fan said, “He called you King Cudi the other day in Korea.”  

Reflecting on their past issues, he added, “Family always has problems sometimes, its the love that gets us through.” 

Cudi also dashed fans’ hopes of a joint album with Travis Scott, insisting, “That ship came and went my friend. Lets move on. So much more to see and hear.” 

He also shared a new music update following a foot injury earlier this year. Fans can expect the project in time for next summer, with a single to kick off the year in January. 

“Ok so I pushed things back a bit cuz I wanna smack the world w this top of next year,” he revealed. “So the plan is, 1st single on my birthday and the album in the summer. I rarely drop summer albums, and this next one is all summer vibes so be ready.” 

He also hinted at a possible fourth installment of his Man on the Moon trilogy. 

Macklemore Cancels Dubai Show In Solidarity With Sudan Citing UAE’s Role In “Ongoing Genocide” 

By: London JennnCategory: News

Macklemore has scrapped his upcoming concert in Dubai in protest to the United Arab Emirates’ role “in the ongoing genocide and humanitarian crisis” in Sudan. 

On Sunday (August 25), Macklemore announced he canceled his October show. He took to Instagram with a lengthy statement explaining his decision.  

“The crisis in Sudan is catastrophic,” Macklemore wrote. “Over ten million people have been displaced, millions face imminent famine, sexual violence is widespread, and at least 150,000 lives have been lost, including thousands of children. While numerous external forces contribute to this crisis, advocates, organizers, journalists, and officials repeatedly highlight the UAE’s role in funding the RSF militia as a major factor.” 

Earlier this year, the Seattle-bred rapper released a pro-Palestinian anthem called “Hinds Hall.” Macklemore revealed he’s been educating himself for the last 10 months and claimed “the plight of the Palestinian people has woken the world up.” 

He said that although he might not live to see the “dismantling” of systemic oppression, “our collective analysis is evolving.” He added, “That is where it starts. When we realize our individual liberation IS Palestinian liberation. Is Sudanese liberation. Is Congolese liberation. We are being called in this moment to advocate for the most marginalized around the world.” 

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Macklemore also explained his decision to cancel the Dubai show and not others. 

“Because the current situation in Sudan is urgent, horrific and it’s going largely unnoticed globally,” he wrote. “I’m following the lead of Sudanese organizers and activists who are trying to be heard.” 

Macklemore revealed he was excited to perform in Dubai and believes “this will probably jeopardise my future shows in the area.” Nonetheless, he added, “But until the UAE stops arming and funding the RSF I will not perform there.” 

Lizzo Shares Major Career Update: “Protecting My Peace” 

By: London JennnCategory: News

Lizzo fans might have to wait a while for new music as the singer just announced she is taking some time out on a “gap year.” 

Over the weekend, Lizzo shared footage from her trip to Bali, where she linked up with close friend SZA. Showing off the results of her fitness journey, Lizzo wrote, “Unfortunately I’ll be posting way too many bikini pics.” 

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However, another update warned the “Truth hurts” hitmaker is preparing for a reset. On Sunday (August 25), Lizzo shared a video of herself embracing a downpour on the balcony. 

Her serene look was echoed in the caption as Lizzo revealed, “I’m taking a gap year & protecting my peace.” 

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It’s been a tumultuous year for Lizzo, who threatened to quit music amid constant public scrutiny. Last August, Lizzo was sued by three former dancers, alleging sexual misconduct and hostile work conditions. Lizzo denies the claims.  

“I’m getting tired of putting up with being dragged by everyone in my life and on the internet,” she wrote in March. “All I want is to make music and make people happy and help the world be a little better than how I found it. But I’m starting to feel like the world doesn’t want me in it.” 

She added, “I didn’t sign up for this s### — I QUIT.” 

However, she later clarified her post, confirming she’s not quitting the music industry.  

“When I say, ‘I quit,’ I mean I quit giving any negative energy attention,” she explained. “What I’m not going to quit is the joy of my life, which is making music and connecting to people.” 

GloRilla Reacts After Facing Backlash Over “R-Word” Use In Unreleased Track 

By: London JennnCategory: News

GloRilla sparked a fierce debate online after teasing a new track with a controversial lyric. 

Earlier this week, the “TGIF” hitmaker shared a snippet of an upcoming song which included the line, “Me and my b#### r#######.”  The use of the R-word was condemned by many who found the term offensive.  

According to The Special Olympics, the R-word is a form of hate speech and is frequently used as a slur, which can be extremely hurtful to people with intellectual disabilities. 

Social media users debated whether or not it was acceptable for GloRilla to use the term. However, the Memphis, Tennessee native swiftly reacted, changing the lyrics to remove the word. Instead of using the R-word, GloRilla raps, “Me and my b#### go naughty,” a move praised by many of her fans.  

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“Awwww she changed the lyrics just in case it did hurt someone’s feelings,” one person wrote in Glo’s comment section. 

“The fact that you changed the R word with naughty shows you are very mature,” another added. “Heard the criticism and went back in the lab and changed it..Glo for the people.” 

However, some were not convinced the word needed replacing, despite the criticism. “not you changed the lyrics,” a third person shared. “smh i was ready to say that s### with my whole chest lol.” 

Meanwhile, on Sunday night GloRilla reunited with her “Wanna Be” remix collaborator and Hot Girl Summer Tour partner Megan Thee Stallion.  

“When you finally link with your favorite girl you ain’t seen in a while,” Meg captioned a video of their meet-up. “Lmaoooo Meg why are we like dis,” Glo replied in the comment section. 

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Drake’s Cryptic “Win Game 2” Post Fuels Kendrick Lamar Battle Sequel Rumors 

By: London JennnCategory: Rumors

Drake shared a cryptic post on his Instagram Story that has fans believe he’s attempting to go another round with Kendrick Lamar. 

On Sunday night (August 25) Drake posted a snippet from a 2004 interview with Detroit Pistons star Rasheed Wallace.  

“Y’all put it on the front page, back page, middle of the page,” Wallace says in the video. “We will win Game 2.” 

He also shared an image from the 1987 movie A Better Tomorrow II featuring Chow Yun Fat aiming a pair of guns. 

The posts swiftly circulated online, where many fans believe Drake is gearing up for another clash with Kendrick Lamar. Interestingly, the finsta posts arrived amid rumors K. Dot was preparing to drop an album. 

However, it appears the enthusiasm for another round in the epic rap battle isn’t there for many. “Game 2” was trending on X (Twitter) as fans reacted to Drake’s teaser posts, with many urging him to get over it.  

“Do we all agree a “game 2” in the Kendrick vs Drake beef is genuinely pointless,” one person remarked.  

“Word gets out that Kendrick is coming back and Aubrey starts talking “Game 2” Lmao,” shared another user. 

A third said simply, “game 2??? n#### got swept give it up.” 

Over the weekend, Drake dropped off a three-pack of songs via his burner account, the same way he released a 100 MB dump of material earlier this month, including “SOD,” a version of the recently leaked “Supersoak” without the Li yachty verse. 

Drake also shared “Circadian Rhythm” and “No Face,” with lyrics seemingly referencing the Kendrick Lamar battle.  

Check out some more reactions to the OVO founder’s cryptic post below.  

Mary J. Blige’s Commitment Revived “Rob Peace” Movie

By: AllHipHop StaffCategory: News

Chiwetel Ejiofor credits Mary J. Blige for her unwavering dedication to his film “Rob Peace,” which faced delays due to the pandemic.

When the film, portraying the true story of Yale alum Robert Peace who resorted to drug dealing to aid his father’s legal woes, was stalled in 2020, Blige stood by the project.

At that time, Mary J. Blige was one of the few cast members and remained committed for two years until filming resumed.

In discussing with Variety, Ejiofor emphasized Blige’s role as Jackie Peace, Robert’s mother, as vital to reviving the project.

“At the end of that process it was all about trying to piece back together whatever you were talking about two years earlier, and time had moved on and a lot of projects just went away,” he said.

“It needed people like Mary J who were just completely committed to the film, so as soon as we were trying to pull it back together she was right back in the mix, saying she loved the project and was still here for it. And it really helped galvanize all those energies. So I really credit Mary J for sticking with the film all through that period and being brilliant in the film, holding this really passionate center of the story and carrying it with such authenticity,” Ejiofor added.

Ejiofor’s new directorial piece, adapted from Jeff Hobbs’s book “The Short and Tragic Life of Robert Peace,” also features Ejiofor himself as Robert’s father, Skeet.

Despite her primary recognition as a musician, Mary J. Blige has showcased her acting skills in movies like “Respect,” “Mudbound,” and “Rock of Ages.”

YG Is Certified “Goon” In New Horror Film Role

By: AllHipHop StaffCategory: News

YG has joined the cast of Goons, a horror film set to start production in New Orleans.

The movie will feature notable actors such as J. Alphonse Nicholson of P-Valley, Serayah McNeill, known for Empire, SteVonté Hart from Bel-Air and Tyler Lepley of Harlem.

YG is no stranger to the silver screen, having appeared in White Boy Rick and Cut Throat City.

His addition to Goons was meant to infuse the film with fresh energy, as he takes on his latest acting challenge amid the eerie locales of Louisiana, including cane fields and historical plantations designed to deliver chills.

Director Gerard McMurray, who co-authored the script, returns to his Louisiana roots to offer a novel perspective on the horror landscape, with producer Tommy Oliver leading the charge.

“We’re cooking up something special with YG, J. Alphonse, Serayah, SteVonté, and Tyler,” McMurray said. “Their unique flavors bring this horror recipe to life, and I can’t wait for the world to see it coming together in my hometown of New Orleans.”

Though specific plot details are being kept under wraps, the setting in Louisiana suggests a rich backdrop interwoven with American history and folklore.

Goons is expected to capitalize on New Orleans’ cultural fabric to amplify its horror elements.

Dee-1 Addresses Backlash From Christian & Rap Communities After Kamala Harris Endorsement

By: AllHipHop StaffCategory: News

After his endorsement of Kamala Harris over Donald Trump in the forthcoming election, rapper/activist Dee-1 has encountered significant backlash in the Christian and rap communities.

Dee-1 discussed the criticism during his appearance on the Trackstarz podcast and remained unwavering in his stance.

Reflecting on the criticism, Dee-1 told the podcast, “I laugh at it honestly. We had four years of him [Trump] in office, and the country was more divisive than it’s been in my lifetime.”

He cited the January 6 insurrection as a glaring example, where many rioters justified their actions under the guise of Christianity.

“We lowered the bar so much while he was in office in terms of what we expect from a president,” he added.

Dee-1 stressed that one’s political choices should not define one’s faith, drawing attention to the mounting rifts among Christians.

“Inside the body of Christ, people will go so far as to say you are a Satanist if you are not voting for a Republican. They would say you are not a Christian. It’s impossible to be a Christian,” he expressed. “We all love Jesus, and we can sit here and have different voting preferences without becoming so divisive and toxic.”

The rapper shared personal anecdotes of familial discord, illustrating how political differences strained his relationships.

Despite the backlash, Dee-1 is resolute, believing that his role is facilitating constructive dialogue on these contentious issues.

“It showed me that inside the body, we are broken and we are extremely divided,” Dee-1 observed.

Remaining firm in his decision, Dee-1 argued that voting should reflect personal convictions rather than societal pressures.

“I believe God called me to be a bridge in this world,” he asserted. “There’s a way to have healthy discourse and dialogue, especially within the body of believers, to where we might have different voting preferences for our own reasons.”

Despite harsh criticism, Dee-1 holds no grudge against Trump or his followers.

“I still ain’t got no beef with him. If he wanted to sit down and chop it up, we could do that,” Dee-1 remarked.

In closing, Dee-1 urged unity and respect among Christians, regardless of political leanings.

“It doesn’t have to be all this,” he said. “People just don’t know how God would want us truly operating with people who have opposing views than us.”

Craig Mack Deep Dive Reveals Bad Boy Rapper Died Of HIV/AIDS—Not Heart Failure

By: Kyle EusticeCategory: News

Bad Boy Records rapper Craig Mack was most known for his 1994 hit single, “Flava in Ya Ear.” Raised in Trenton, New Jersey, Mack was one of the early artists signed Bad Boy.

“Flava in Ya Ear” was one of the label’s first big hits and helped establish the label as a major force in the Hip-Hop industry. The song was later remixed with verses from artists like The Notorious B.I.G., LL COOL J and Busta Rhymes, further solidifying its impact.

Despite the success of “Flava in Ya Ear,” Mack’s career never reached the same heights again. His debut album, Project: Funk da World (1994), was well-received but overshadowed by the meteoric rise of Biggie, who was also on Bad Boy. Mack released his second album, Operation: Get Down, in 1997, but it didn’t achieve significant commercial success.  Mack later stepped away from the music industry and became involved in a cult-like religious community. He passed away in March 2018 at the age of 47.

At the time, his family attributed his death to congestive heart failure, but a recent Rolling Stone article says otherwise. It reads: “While Mack’s family honored his wishes and repeated his assertion that he had congestive heart failure, Mack’s cause of death was HIV/AIDS, according to his death certificate, and he had refused to seek treatment.”

Friend Andrew Carn told the publication he thinks Mack was diagnosed in New York, leading him to the Overcomer Ministry in South Carolina, where he used the church as a “shield to ward off the shadows of his past.”

“I believe he was very much in denial, but that’s him living his truth to the end,” Carn said. “I know that sounds really crazy, but you have to know him to understand that. As much as that bothers me, I understand why he did what he did. He lived his truth.”

Many saw it as Mack’s way of cleansing his sins. As friend Chris Jennings put it, “[He] was getting his soul right to meet God.”

In late 2014, Mack was telling people he’d been diagnosed with congestive heart failure. But due to his religious beliefs, seeking medical was seen as “not putting faith in God’s ability” to heal. But Jennings said Mack was once hospitalized and took some medication before refusing to take anything else. Soon, it was impossible to hide just how gravely ill he was. Gaunt, bedridden and barely able to speak, he was nearing the end.

Mack wanted to stay in his home with no medical intervention, and his family honored his wishes.

Mack’s ex-wife, Roxanne Hill-Johnson, is confident the trouble in Mack’s life started with Diddy, who allegedly prevented him from having a long, successful music career in the mid-90s.

“I do feel like Puff’s the trigger — he f##### my family up,” she said. “Puff kicked it off; he was the catalyst.”

Nicki Minaj Slapped With $5M Lawsuit By Bitter Barb Accusing Her Of Slander

By: Kyle EusticeCategory: News

Nicki Minaj is reportedly being sued by one of her Barbz. According to TMZ, Tameer Peak filed a lawsuit with Los Angeles Superior Court, accusing the Grammy Award-nominated rapper of slander.

Peak claims he was a victim of the “Nicki hate train” in 2017, when she supposedly lashed out at several of her ardent fans. He says Minaj publicly ridiculed him and accused him of being a “stalker.” At one point, she allegedly invited him to her hotel to film and embarrass him in front of 100,000 viewers on Instagram Live.

Peak also accuses Minaj’s husband, Kenneth Petty, of battering him at a Super Bowl event in 2020, which he says Minaj addressed in a private message. Earlier this year, he was told by several others that Minaj wanted him to “stop saying dumb s###.”

Other allegations include Minaj painting him as mentally unstable, saying, “It’s clear they’re not necessarily, you know, a full basket umm at the picnic.” In another alleged instance, she supposedly said he was “one sandwich short of a picnic” and receiving government checks, implying he was on welfare.

Peak is suing Minaj for $5 million in damages for reputational harm, emotional distress and financial loss.

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Nicki Minaj has faced multiple legal challenges throughout her career, one of the most notable being a lawsuit filed by singer-songwriter Tracy Chapman in 2018. Chapman sued Minaj for copyright infringement, claiming that the rapper used a portion of her 1988 song “Baby Can I Hold You” in her track “Sorry” without permission.

The dispute arose when Minaj’s team allegedly reached out to Chapman for clearance, which was denied. Despite this, the track was leaked online and played on the radio, leading Chapman to file a lawsuit seeking damages. The case eventually resulted in a settlement, with Minaj agreeing to pay Chapman $450,000, marking a significant moment in the ongoing discussions around copyright and sampling in the music industry.

Another legal issue involving Minaj surfaced in 2021, when she and Petty were sued by Jennifer Hough, a woman who accused Petty of sexual assault in 1994. Hough claimed that Minaj and Petty engaged in a campaign of harassment and intimidation, attempting to pressure her into recanting her allegations. Hough alleged that Minaj offered her money and other inducements to change her story, and when she refused, she faced threats and harassment. The lawsuit sought damages for emotional distress and other harm caused by this alleged conduct.