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EXCLUSIVE: Tyler Perry Accused Of Stealing "Good Deeds" From Philadelphia Author

Atlanta-based actor/writer Tyler Perry has been hit with a lawsuit accusing him of stealing the concept of his latest movie “Good Deeds,” which starred Thandie Newton, Gabrielle Union and Perry himself.

Terri V. Donald filed the lawsuit earlier today (November 28), in United States District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania.

According to the lawsuit, which also names of Lions Gate Entertainment, copies of Terri V. Donald’s book “Bad Apples Can Be Good Fruit,” were sent to Tyler Perry.

Lawyers for Terri V. Donald claim “Good Deeds,” was so similar to “Bad Apples Can Be Good Fruit,” that the movie immediately triggered the lawsuit.

“Terri V. Donald never entered into any agreement with either defendant which would permit defendants to adapt the Subject Book into a major motion picture,” the lawsuit reads. “Further, defendants possessed no rights whatsoever in regards [to] usage of any aspect of plaintiffs Subject Book in any manner, shape, or form whatsoever.”

Tyler Perry is being sued for at least $225,000, although Terri V. Donald is seeking a full accounting of profits made from the movie “Good Deeds,” as well as an injunction against the movie until the dispute has been settled.

GQ Names Rapper Rick Ross "Bawse of the Year" In Men of the Year Issue

(AllHipHop News) Miami rapper Rick Ross was feted with the “Bawse of the Year” award in the new issue of GQ Magazine.

GQ’s December issue is the annual “Men of the Year” issue, which recognizes the most entertaining and inspiring artists of the previous year.

According to the editors at GQ, the 2012 “Men of the Year” issue would not have been completed without Rick Ross.

During an interview, Rick Ross reflects over this past year’s successes, which included numerous collaborations with top artists, like Jay-Z, Lil Wayne, Drake and others.

Rick Ross was also named the most the 10th most powerful person in the Hip-Hop industry by The Source.

“It’s been a power-player year,” Rick Ross said. “I’m the typa dude who feels like he could take number two next year.”

To read Rick Ross’ interview with Devin Friedman click here.

Hip-Hop Rumors: Chris Brown Feels It's Him Against The World

Even though Chris Brown has Rihanna back in his corner, he still can’t win for losing. Breezy caught a huge L over the weekend when he got into a Twitter war of words with a female comedian. Even though she had an obvious vendetta against him, Brown’s over the top reaction to her tweets showed the world that those anger management classes he took may not have worked after all.

Related: Hip-Hop Rumors: Chris Brown Goes OFF On Comedian In Profane Tweet Rant!

Chris Brown has been vilified ever since the “Rihanna incident,” and these random outbursts of anger don’t help any. Anyone remember that smashed window on “Good Morning America”?

Well, Breezy decided to end his Twitter page…again (remember @mechanicaldummy?)….but you can still catch him on Instagram. Instagram has been more of a creative outlet for Chris, and he posts drawings, new t-shirt designs and graffiti pics daily. However, yesterday Breezy must have been feeling down in the dumps and posted an instagram photo of Tupac along with the caption, “That awkward moment when you realize that the only person you can relate to is dead.”

Damn, it’s like that Breezy? Can anyone understand why Breezy would compare himself to Tupac?

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FEEL RICH VIDEO: #TEAM HOURGLASS…Ladies, Get Wider, Curvier Hips!

Some women are naturally born with a wide pelvis bone which helps give the illusion of wider hips. But there are some of us that have to work hard to get fuller hips. We all have muscles on the side of our hip complex but they’re not really big muscles. We have the gluteus medius, gluteus minimus, and the tensor fasciae latae. If stimulated correctly, these muscles can be made to grow like any other muscle on the body.

You can’t be scared to CHALLENGE your body if you want REAL results. The video below will demonstrate four (4) exercises that can help target those muscles!

1. Lying Hip Abduction (need dumbbell or weight plate)
2. Standing Hip Abduction (need dumbbell or weight plate)
3. Sumo Walk (need tubing)
4. Monster Walk (need tubing)

Do:
3x a week
6-12 reps
3-5 sets

*You can purchase a set of tubing bands for under $15 at Wal-Mart, Sears or TJ Maxx
*Weight plates and dumbbells can be purchased at Wal-Mart or Sears starting at $10

Skylar Grey, Eminem Prep Video For New Single "C'mon Let Me Ride"

(AllHipHop News) Detroit rapper Eminem will make an appearance in the upcoming video for Skylar Grey’s new single “C’mon Let Me Ride.”

The new track from the pair is taken from Skylar Grey’s upcoming debut Don’t Look Down, which is due in the spring of 2013.

In October of 2012, Eminem announced that he would be executive producing Don’t Look Down for Skylar Grey.

“This album is really going to give her a chance to connect with the fans who probably know her music, but might not know her yet. I think they will be as impressed as I am,” Eminem said of Skylar’s upcoming album.

Representatives for Skylar Grey have confirmed that on December 11, the video for “C’mon Let Me Ride” will debut across the net and on television.

The same day the video for “C’mon Let Me Ride” is released the track, which was produced by Alex Da Kid, will be available for purchase on iTunes.

Skylar Grey’s debut album Don’t Look Down is due out in Spring of 2013 on Alex Da Kid’s label KIDinaKORNER/Interscope, with Eminem serving as executive producer.

Check out a song stream with the lyrics to the song here.

Max B Wants Autobiography Released Via Cash Money or G-Unit; Thanks Jay-Z, Drake For Support

(AllHipHop News) During a recent interview between AllHipHop.com andMax Biggavelli, the incarcerated rapper spoke about his new, upcoming autobiography “The Wavy Baby,” as well as the support he’s received from various rappers in the industry, as he serves a 75 year prison sentence.

According to Max B, Jay-Z, Drake and Wiz Khalifa have made various references to “The Wave,” and although certain people have come to his aid, Max said there has been a lot more talk than action.

“There’s a lot of ‘free Max B, free this, free that'” Max B told AllHipHop.com. “The support that I’m looking for, it don’t really seem how I want it to be. I got people that’s supporting, but I need that real support.”

Although Max seemed disgruntled with the lack of support he is receiving, the rapper did express gratitude for the support he has received from Hip-Hop megastars Jay-Z and Drake.

“I’m thankful, shout to Jay-Z. I always respected Jay-Z and loved his music, same with Drake,” Max B told AllHipHop.com. “I appreciate it cause them guys don’t even got to do it, but its all love. At the end of the day I’ll be very thankful if them guys can reach out to their assistants or whatever, just tweet. Sign the petition, I need them strong names on there.

“I’m trying to get up out of prison. Ain’t nobody going to help you if you’re not going to help yourself,” Max continued. “I’m trying to help myself, I’m trying to do projects, I’m bout to put out this book.”

Max B’s book “The Wavy Baby” will take a look at his life growing up in Harlem, how he came to rap and his life prior to his 2009 conviction, for his role in helping set up a robbery at a Fort Lee, New Jersey hotel, that left one man dead.

“I want the book out, hopefully I can get it out by next year some time [and] get it under a nice publishing company like G-Unit or Cash Money,” Max B told AllHipHop.com. “Everyone can get something out this thing and we can support the cause of me getting up out of here.”

Watch here as AllHipHop.com speaks with Max B about rappers running with his “Wave” :

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Breeding Ground Spotlight: Trenton's "Blue Collar" AP the MAYOR

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“If your heart and your brain is saying the same thing, enjoy the pursuit.” – AP the Mayor

Between Philadelphia and NYC on the Northeast Corridor, you’ll find Trenton; a small city by population, but thefifth wealthiest metropolitan area in the country. In Hip-Hop, the city is known for artists like Poor Righteous Teachers, production from Tony D (rest in peace) and the Legendary DJ Juice. And since the ’80s, Trenton Hip-Hop has influenced many artists; and while East Trenton grew, it didn’t birth a Rap icon.

Today, with a bustling Hip-Hop scene, the Trenton area is working towards making the industry take notice. One of the many artists on the campaign is AP the Mayor. AP is a technician, with backpack MC qualities. He calls his style of Rap music “Blue Collar,” and he doesn’t mind telling people that he writes down his lyrics. In his conversation with AllHipHop.com, AP the Mayor talks about his expanding work ethic, his authentic approach to songwriting, and his lowly Philadelphia Eagles (*Chuck Creekmur voice*):

AllHipHop.com: How long have you been rapping? And how much of that time have you taken it seriously?

AP the Mayor (@APtheMAYOR): I’ve been rapping for 12 years. And have been taking it seriously for the past four. I’ve spent a lot of time experimenting and perfecting my flow, growing into my sound. When I first started, I noticed that nobody recited my verses. I represent Underworld Entertainment, and nobody was reciting my verses, not even my crew. I remember spending one summer writing verse after verse, throwing them in the trash, perfecting my flow. On the next project, people began reciting my lines, then my verses. I knew I was on the right path then.

AllHipHop.com: You’re very proud of being authentic – that you’re a 9-5, and the streets weren’t your vice. Who does your music speak to, and who does it speak for?

AP the Mayor: My music speaks to everybody that has a grind, to everybody that has a hustle, that Blue-collar Hip-Hop. I don’t feel that people necessarily have to live the way I do; having that 9-5, doing things the positive way. I represent results. I represent the people that are doing anything to win.

AllHipHop.com: Authenticity led you down a path of showing vulnerability through your music. Talk about songs like “Pride” and “Depression”.

AP the Mayor: Each time I do songs like “Pride” and “Depression”, I receive positive feedback from conscious listeners of the music. Those are real records. I write down whatever comes to me. It’s pure emotion. And sometimes it doesn’t even rhyme. I don’t scribble out lyrics by weak or strong.

AllHipHop.com: Be honest, how do you feel about your Eagles this year?

AP the Mayor: Destroy and Rebuild. I’m a prideful Philadelphia Eagles fan. I feel that’s why other fans hate us. Because no matter what our team is going through, we feel we’ll be back. We just need to destroy what we have and start all over.

AllHipHop.com: If you were the GM, what would be your first move?

AP the Mayor: I would get rid of the entire coaching staff. I’ve been a fan of the Eagles since ’96. And it would feel like every year, you’d hear rumblings about getting rid of Andy Reid. I didn’t support it until this year. I’ve seen some things with Andy during his press conferences that showed me it was time. He’s a great coach, but the team needs a new voice.

AllHipHop.com: Being a long time staple in the Trenton Rap scene, give a few reasons why major labels should pay more attention to the area.

AP the Mayor: We’re a melting pot for Hip-Hop. We’re located in the center of two major markets (Philly and NYC). Trenton is small compared to Philly and NYC. But if you come here and get introduced to the scene, you’ll be amazed by the stories being told here. There’s a unique source of talent here.

AllHIpHop.com: Who is in your Top 5?

AP the Mayor: The Notorious B.i.G., Jay-Z, Nas, Joe Budden, Lil’ Wayne

AllHipHop.com: To close this out, talk about “Stay”.

AP the Mayor: “Stay” is a remake from Nas’ latest album, Life is Good. What we’re (Dre Skuffs) talking about in the record is the struggle of an independent artist. Personally, I have my moments where I fall in and out of love with the grind of making it. It’s personal, I’m talking about wanting to spread my brand against all odds. But at the end of my verse, I talk about how every time I want to quit, something tells me to just stay. I want to give a quick shout to my team, Deuce Jones, Alamaj, Levi Lennon, Jaya Creates, Spiz, Boowie, Val the Grain, Surg, and Hellfire.

EXCLUSIVE: From the Mollywood Hills, Problem Talks The Diamond Life, Wiz and Ratchets

If you’ve been out to the West Coast over the past few months, or if you happened to pick up Wiz Khalifa’s Cabin Fever, you might have noticed that South Central’s own Problem is making quite a bit of noise in the region and across the ‘net.

Backed by quality and consistent production from the League of Stars in-house production team and the well-built foundation of his Diamond Life family – don’t forget labelmate Bad Lucc – Problem has a unique movement built upon die hard Hip-Hop heads and ratchets, all hooked on his Mollywood movement.

Ratchets you say? Yes, it’s an interesting combo, with so-called backpack and hipster Hip-Hop fans, but Problem pulls it off with class, and leaving the listener in anticipation of more bass heavy, room-shaking tracks.

When asked about the message that his Mollywood movement of mixtapes and what they represent, Problem explained his music in simple terms:

“It’s really just about enjoying yourself and what you do, honestly. It’s not really that deep. Really just doing what you do, enjoying yourself, and pushing it to the limit and living real fast and enjoying this life. Staying away from negativity, going about the positive and progression. Foot on the gas pedal, just having fun, man.”

Problem also elaborated on his label’s situation with respect to signing a major deal. He has stated repeatedly that he is comfortable remaining “majorly independent,” as his label has been able to provide everything he he needs thus far, but offers are on the table.

Take a look at AllHipHop.com’s talk with Problem in the hills of Mollywood, as we break down the movement, his work with Wiz, and where the Diamond Life brand is heading going forward:

AllHipHop.com Exclusive Interview with Problem from Ethno Nightlife on Vimeo.

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Game Set to Kick Off Birthday Celebration in LA with Celeberity Guests

(AllHipHop News) Compton bred and Los Angeles based rapper Game is all set to kick off his 33rd birthday festivities tonight (November 28th).

The event will feature special guest hosts DJ Skee and Draya from VH1’s Basketball Wives, as well as a number of celebrity guests.

Those already been confirmed to appear include: Ocho Cinco, Snoop Dogg, Soulja Boy, Kendrick Lamar, Metta World Peace, Evan Ross, Tyga, Paul Rodriguez, Steve Berra, Lisa Raye, Bone Thugs N Harmony, Tank, Kurupt and many more are expected to attend as well.

The event is also in support of Game’s upcoming album Jesus Piece scheduled to release on January 11th, 2013 via Interscope Records.

The event will take place at Lure nightclub, check back for post-coverage and updates soon.

Hip-Hop Rumors: Did Jay-Z Bench A Brooklyn Net? Tahiry Takes New Man To Knicks Game?

Jay-Z is a boss.

Damn, I cannot believe how this dude has become such a boss.

And, from what I hear, Jigga man exercised his boss-dom in the Knicks/Nets game the other day. I hope I get this right, because it’s 2nd hand information and I cannot seem to find anything to back it up online.

Apparently, Joe Jackon, the shooting guard for the Nets, was off. I didn’t watch and so I don’t know how off, but he was so off that Jay reportedly yelled, “Bench him!” to coach Avery Johnson! Guess what happened right after? Avery benched him! It seems like Jigga man as an owner is calling coach shots from the sidelines. I wonder what Spike Lee has to say?

Welp! I didn’t watch the game and really didn’t care either way. But, there you have it.

SOMETHING ELSE HAPPENED AT THE GAME…

This is Tahiry and the rapper Moka Blast. And they were spotted by my spies at the Knicks and Nets Game while everybody was looking at B and Jay. Naturally, they asked me, “Is this Tahiry’s NEW Boyfriend??” And, there was a bunch of mess that came out of it. “Was she trying to make JR SMITH Jealous??” Smith plays for the Knicks and he and Tahiry had a thing a ways back. Remember this:

UH yeah. It was seemingly and effort to get Joe Budden mad, but it didn’t work. JR got fined for tweeting that naked booty out.

Here is the new dude, Moka, who is down with D-Block.

So how does this play into the new reality show with Budden and Tahiry? Its all fake anyway so whatever! What do you think about this?

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Wiz Khalifa's Plane Forced To Land After Landing Gear Malfunction

(AllHipHop News) Pittsburgh rapper Wiz Khalifa and his entourage were forced to charter a private plane, after the commercial airliner they were traveling on suffered from a landing gear malfunction.

Newsday reports that a U.S. Express Airways plane was forced to land in Westchester County, New York Tuesday afternoon (November 27), as he traveled to West Virginia for a show.

Wiz and his 16-person entourage were among the 50 passengers on the plane, which departed from LaGuardia Airport in Queens.

But shortly after takeoff, the pilot received warning indications and he decided to land the plane in Westchester.

Taylor Gang member Berner told News12 that the plane was forced to circle the airport several times to burn off fuel which “was a little scary because we didn’t quite know what that meant,” Berner told News12. “We had superstars on the plane and we didn’t know what was going on, for real.”

Wiz Khalifa and his entourage ended up chartering a private jet in order to make it to the show in West Virginia.

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Hip-Hop Rumors: Shots Fired! Young Money Vs The Younger Money Of The Chief Keef Gang!

I’ll take the good ol’ beef days any day over this! A good old regional beat down! Now, it seems like the money is getting into everybody’s way. Young Money vs Younger Money! Hot diggidy Damn! Break out the popcorn an watch them go!

It seems like Mack Maine got into it with somebody from Chief Keefer’s crew. And there sparked a bit of a tweet beef between them. What happened is not clear. Only thing is Tadoe, who is down with Keef and holds heat in videos was down there. Before he was set to come back for a court case, beef ensued and tweets were dispersed. Better than bullets, I guess. Peep it:

And Tadoe later retweeted this:

And then Mack Maine took a very “Baby” approach to it:

Oh, if you feel like hating/loving me more, feel free to read: “Why I’m Glad Lil Wayne Is Retiring”

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Hip-Hop Rumors: Once Upon A Time, Kanye West Slayed Game In A Rap Battle

Game is in super promo mode for his upcoming album, Jesus Piece, so expect the never-before-heard stories and name dropping to start flowing from him. In a recent sit down with Vlad TV, Game recalls a story where he lost a rap battle to Kanye West. “College Dropout” Kanye West, that is. According to Game, the battle took place after a party in a parking structure, after a few girls egged them on to battle one another. Game tells a good story. Check out what he said below:

“Ye rapped first, and he spit and it was that old College Dropout Kanye, and he got off and he really did his thing.”

I gave him probably about 40 bars, just rapping fire, and then he came and he spit like 40 bars. I took it up, and I ended up rapping for like three or four minutes…I felt like I won, and then Kanye, just out of nowhere, started going in about how I thought I was the ‘savior and watch my behavior’ – he just really started going in, and the chicks started being like, ‘Oooh, aah,’ and once the chicks start chiming in, it’s pretty much over.”

Do you think Kanye West could beat Game in a battle today? Check out Game tell the full battle story below:

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Hip-Hop Rumors: The Masons Stepped To The "Mason" That Stepped To Rick Ross!

LOL! It looks like the masons are P#####! Now, this part of it I find hilarious! Its seems there is some form of coalition in the Hip-Hop game of actual masons. Not Illuminati. I kind of wish they were though. Anyway, these Black Masons took exception to the dude that took exception to Rick Ross yesterday! They checked the homie in yesterday’s rumor post!

Mannnnn, check it:

RELATED: Hip-Hop Rumors: NOW Black Masons & More GD’s Have Beef With Rick Ross?

Apparently, these entertainment-based Black Mason, who will remain nameless a the moment, checked the lil dude-in-the-video’s credentials. And what did they find? They couldn’t find any file on him at all! He’s not a registered Mason at all, they say! And they “talked” to him. I wonder what they means? “Talked.” At any rate, its just good for entertainment purposes, but he did get Rick Ross to say he was NOT a mason. That’s a redeeming quality on the video, I guess.

I cannot wait to see what dude says in response. What if he’s like some underground sect? Let me stop before they come after me!

Shout out to the Masons out there. I’ve got no quarrel with you.

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Wiz Khalifa Smokes Out "O.N.I.F.C" Listening Session In NYC

(AllHipHop News/Feature) Wiz Khalifa was in all of his “Hippie Rocker” glory last night at the NYC album listening session for his anticipated album, O.N.I.F.C. In true rock star form, the listening session took place at The Westway gentleman’s club, where the strippers had the night off, and instead three bikini-clad ladies – one painted as a tiger, one a zebra, and the other a cheetah – were prepped and ready to dance to Wiz’s new album.

Wiz Khalifa swooped in and set up shop at a table where he proceeded to roll several marijuana cigarettes and then one super, Harold and Kumar-sized blunt. Wiz’s Taylor Gang family was in the house, and he was warmly greeted by Lola Monroe, Tuki Carter, Chevy Woods, and Sledren.

The entire club filled with smoke, and with that, Wiz made his way to the mic to introduce his first track.

“I’m super excited about this project because we took a lot of time to make it and everybody whose involved just feels [that the album] is really special,” said Wiz Khalifa.

O.N.I.F.C begins with a track ironically called “Intro” and features 17-tracks in total. The album production from Pharrell Williams, Drumma Boy and Sledren give it a unique sonic sound and when listened to in succussion you can really appreciate the art in Wiz’s sequencing.

Wiz shows growth on this album and although he is still talking about smoking on that Keisha a whole lot, his writing is more evolved and complete this time around.

Below are the top five songs you need to look out for on Wiz Khalifa’s sophomore offering, O.N.I.F.C.

The Bluff featuring Cam’ron

The Bluff is the fifth song on the album and according to Wiz, “it’s a continuation of an earlier track called”Bluffin”. The Bluff features Harlem rapper Cam’ron and is most likely going to be Wiz’s next single and one of his favorite collaborations on the album. “That n*gga [Cam’ron] had such an influence on me my style and I never thought that I would get to meet him, let along do a song with him, said Wiz Khalifa. “Me doing this song with Cam was really big.”

Last night Wiz dropped a visual for the track which was shot in the streets and a laundry mat in Harlem. Check it out below:

Rise Above featuring Pharrell Williams, Tuki Carter & Amber Rose — Produced By Pharrell Williams

Wiz Khalifa sighted working with Pharrell Williams on the track ‘Rise Above’ as one of his dreams come true. “This song is awesome because he [Pharrell] made the beat for me right on the spot. I’m pretty sure he got contact high when he mad the beat because he went into a zone and he has a verse on here,” laughed Wiz Khalifa.

Wiz’s fiancée Amber Rose also makes a cameo on the song as does his artist Tuki Carter, who Wiz revealed does all of his tattoos. The track works effortlessly with Wiz’s voice and left me wishing that Pharrell had produced more tracks on Wiz’s album.

Bluffin’ featuring Berner — Produced By Drumma Boy

Wiz Khalifa is at his best alongside this Drumma Boy beat as his sometimes simple but to the point rhymes ride the beat good enough to have you bopping your head along in approval. This is the type of song that is going to get major burn in strip clubs everywhere, so there truly was not a better place to debut it, but at his listening session at Westway. Wiz revealed that this was one of the first songs that he recorded and he liked the track so much, it made it through all of the album push backs and reworks. “This one of the first songs I made off of the album. This was when I was in my mode and I felt like I had to make some hard sh*t and just let it all go,” explained Wiz Khalifa. The track features one of the newest members of the Taylor gang Berner who holds his own alongside Wiz. Drumma Boy also produced the track “It’s Nothing” featuring 2Chainz which is also a winner.

“Let It Go” featuring Akon

As Wiz so eloquently put it, ” ‘Let It Go’ is a song the whole world will enjoy.””Let It Go” is a natural single because of it’s chanty hook that is easy to remember and will have you singing “Let it go/let it go homie/We see through the traps/and the lies homie.” This is one of the most radio friendly songs on the album, but hard core Wiz Khalifa fans will also enjoy it.

“Initiation” (This Is For Them Taylors) — Produced By Sledgren

“Initiation” is the closest thing to Wiz’s blockbuster track, “Black & Yellow” that O.N.I.F.C. has. This song is sure to get the thugs dancing in the club and the ladies shaking that thang at the strip club. This is Mobb Deep’s ‘Antey Up’ 2. Sledgren created this bangin’ masterpiece in his attic and Wiz Khalifa’s rapid spitfire style works perfectly with the beat.

Overall, O.N.I.F.C. is sure to gain Wiz Khalifa a new brand of followers to add to his legion of Taylor fans everywhere. As Wiz put it, O.N.I.F.C. is “some great music to get stoned to and experience life.”

Tracklist:

“Intro”
“Paperbond”
“Bluffin'”
“Let It Go” (featuring Akon)
“The Bluff” (featuring Cam’ron)
“Work Hard, Play Hard”
“Got Everything” (featuring Courtney Noelle)
“Fall Asleep”
“Time”
“It’s Nothin'” (featuring 2 Chainz)
“Rise Above” (featuring Pharrell & Amber Rose)
“Initiation” (featuring Lola Monroe)
“Up in It”
“No Limit”
“The Plan” (featuring Juicy J)
“Remember You” (featuring the Weeknd)
“Medicated”

Why I'm Glad Lil Wayne Is Retiring

An A-bomb was dropped on the Hip-Hop world last week, as Lil’ Wayne announced that he was retiring in an interview with Sway of MTV. His last album would be the upcoming opus, Tha Carter V. Honestly, I felt no ripple of sorrow or joy as the revelation rolled across the internet. Personally, I was pleased at the news.

Wayne told MTV:

“I know ya’ll want me around for a little bit and Carter V is my last album…I’ve been rapping since I was eight years old. That’s a long time.I’d like to do so many more things, and when I like to do something, I end up loving to do it real quick. When I love to do something, I’m fully focused on it and it only. Music is sometimes not that it.”

I commend Lil Wayne for stepping aside. I believe it is time for him to do that. I mean, if I hear him say one more “life is a b*tch…” metaphor, I’m going to tear my own face off. Seriously.

Personally, I once championed Lil Wayne’s efforts right around that time he proclaimed himself to be the “best rapper alive since the best rapper retired.” That was 2004 and Jay-Z had announced that he was leaving the game for the umpteenth time. Wayne was a beast with no leash! At that time, Weezy was primed to TAKE the crown. But, he never did. Instead he worked with Jay and has ducked a variety of beefs. He clearly became elite, but shunned the royalty title and allowed his insurgents to “live.” Perhaps his reluctance would make him a more benevolent sort of king, but I don’t buy it.

I believe he opted to morph into something more influential, enigmatic and, frankly, creatively subpar – from a Hip-Hop perspective at least. Now, lets keep it real. Wayne creatively peaked at Tha Carter, but he subsequently became more interesting as an artist the more he “grew up.” Claiming the Blood gang, he started to exude eccentricities reserved for rockers, but displaying quite a lot of business savvy (unless that was Cash Money’s Baby) with Nicki and Drake. So, dominating the game was a family affair. But, alone I stopped paying a lot of attention to Wayne. I still checked for him on songs like “I’m Good,” where he finally jabbed back at Jay-Z, but stuff like Am Not a Human Being…blah.

That’s not to say that Lil’ Wayne is wack. He’s not. He’s extremely talented. But he’s no longer that guy that’s driving the car in Hip-Hop. He’s got a remote control or something where the likes of Nicki and Drake are at the wheel. He knows this and he’s admitted age and time have crept up on him, even though he’s still skating, which remains in his future.

And for the next incarnation of Lil Wayne?

“My day job will probably be sports analyst, and I’ll skate all night instead of being in the studio all night.”

Sounds ambitious, but I’m not sure ESPN will want him anchoring their programs, but you never know. Stranger things have happened like those zebra print jeggins. Remember: this is coming from the man that has “I Am Music” tattooed on his face and once proclaimed “I Am Hip-Hop.” It is good to acknowledge when the rigors of the game have eroded you down.

And, honestly its a run to be proud of. Equally, he should be pleased that he’s more or less leaving still on top.

Juxtapose that with a cringe-worthy comeback by LL Cool J and you realize this is a good look for Wayne.

While some rejoice at his departure, its probably just a reason to eventually comeback. What’s cool with Wayne, in my opinion, a break will serve him well should he decide to resurrect himself later. He can go forth and experience different things (You know, a sabbatical in Africa or rap about taking care of those kids) and creatively resuscitate himself into a new being.

Hell, coming back human ain’t so bad. At least, we’ll relate.

French Montana Explains New Single "Marble Floors" With Lil Wayne, Rick Ross and 2 Chainz

(AllHipHop News) Bad Boy Entertainment artist French Montana just dropped a new single titled “Marble Floors” from his upcoming album, Excuse My French, which is being executive produced by Bad Boy’s Sean “Diddy Combs, Harve Pierre and Maybach Music Group CEO Rick Ross.

The new track features Lil Wayne, Rick Ross and 2 Chainz, and was produced by Mike Will.

“I now have marble floors,” French Montana said. “Growing up in Morocco and the Bronx I definitely didn’t have that kind of luxury, so now that I have it, I want to celebrate the come up.”

“Pop That,” the first single from Excuse My French, features Lil Wayne, Drake and Rick Ross.

“Pop That” hit #1 on the Billboard Hip-Hop/R&B charts.

French Montana is gearing up to hit the road with Maybach Music Group on the “MMG Tour” featuring Rick Ross, Wale, Meek Mill and Machine Gun Kelly.

http://soundcloud.com/badboyrecords/french-montana-marble-floors-1

Check out the dates below:

Wed., Dec. 5
Miami, FL
The Fillmore

Fri., Dec. 7
Greensboro, NC
Greensboro Coliseum

Sat., Dec. 8
Charlotte, NC
Bojangles Coliseum

Sun., Dec. 9
Nashville, TN
Bridgestone Arena

Tue., Dec. 11
St. Louis, MO
Chaifetz Center

Wed., Dec. 12
Memphis TN
Landers Center

Thu., Dec. 13
Houston, TX
Reliant Arena

Sat., Dec. 15
Detroit, MI
Fox Theatre

Sun., Dec. 16
New York, NY
Roseland Ballroom

Non Hip-Hop Rumors: Did Halle Berry's Fiance Threaten To Kill Her Ex?

Halle Berry is in the middle of a total nightmare right now. On Thanksgiving day last week, her fiance, actor Olivier Martinez and her daughter’s father, Gabriel Aubry, got into a huge fight in front of her house which sent both men to the hospital.

Related: Non Hip-Hop Rumors: Halle Berry Makes The Boys Go Crazy! Thanksgiving Brawl Erupts At Her House

Olivier is rumored to have suffered a broken hand, but Gabriel suffered the worst of it and allegedly was treated for broken ribs and two black eyes. TMZ just scored his mug shot after he was released from the hospital and Gabriel looks like he got hit by a truck. Check out the photo below:

Gabriel has filled a restraining order against Olivier and claims that he threatened to kill him and has been harassing him for a while now. In his restraining order request, Gabriel says that Olivier is bitter because Halle has spent $3 million on their custody battle over Nahla. Olivier is also upset about not being able to move Halle and Nahla to France and because of the $20K a month Gabriele gets from Halle for child support. Wow! He’s another K-Fed…who knew?!

In a recent interview, Olivier revealed that he is the son of a boxing family and has a mean left hook. Obviously he knows how to scrap.

Damn, homie!! You got knocked the f*ck out!

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