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Drake & Kanye West Could Beef Over Theory About Adonis & North West’s Rapping

By: Devon JeffersonCategory: Rumors

Drake and Kanye West may have something else to beef over based on a new theory about why Adonis’ rap debut was outshined by North West’s.

In a lengthy tweet shared on Twitter (X) recently, a user outlined a litany of reasons why North’s song was much better than Adonis’. According to the tweet, North’s use of literary devices such as double entendres and an impressive combination of improvised internal and rhyme schemes giver her the edge when putting their tracks side-by-side. Bro even broke down how North was flexing her brother’s soccer obsession and recent link up with Lionel Messi in her verse.

While it’s hard to believe North was referencing the “sociopolitical effects” of a 2011 volcanic eruption in her verse, it isn’t hard to tell that her bars are catchy as she raps, “It’s your bestie, Miss Miss Westie.” In the same breath, social media users have long championed Adonis for his in-pocket flows on “My Man.”

North definitely has to catch up when it comes to making public appearances with her dad—because Adonis and Drake are killing her and Ye in that department. Between the court side NBA games and their recent NOCTA x Nike campaign with Kehlani, the father-son duo from The 6 is really outside at the moment. Anyway, check out the insane theory below.

Chrisean Rock Says Blueface Assaulted Her As She Held Their Baby

By: Justin IveyCategory: News

Chrisean Rock accused Blueface of assaulting her and showing no regard for their baby’s safety on Thursday (December 21). The reality TV star described what allegedly happened on Instagram Live.

“I pull up on the n#### Blueface ‘cause he act like he wanna see his son,” Chrisean said. “This n#### is socking me in my stomach, in my face. Telling me, ‘Get out the car, pig’ … The n#### literally socking me. I’m trying to get out the car with his son. He’s punching me while I got our son in my hand.”

Chrisean livestreamed the drama with Blueface while parked in his driveway. He stood outside the car filming her and tried to get her to leave, but she insisted on staying because she wanted the cops to show up and arrest him.

“Your hands is already bloody,” she told him. “Show ‘em your bloody hands … N#### really tryin to sock me in my s### … I’m leaving when the cops get here and lock your b#### ass up, b#### … You getting locked up today, bro … Don’t act like you need to see your son just to sock me, n#### … It’s cool, Blueface, you going to jail today.”

The livestream became chaotic when Chrisean exited her vehicle. She was somehow able to get a hold of Blueface’s phone then fled the scene. The screen went black, but viewers could hear her driving. She eventually parked and continued talking to her Instagram Live viewers.

“I’m trying to wait there ‘cause I’m tired of just letting this n#### slide,” she explained. “He set me up. Told me pull up, started socking me in the face with my kid in my arms.”

Blueface claimed Chrisean showed up at his place without warning. According to him, Chrisean did not have a car seat for their child.

Watch Chrisean’s Instagram Live below.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wstCsQBpzck

DJ Envy Threatened With Arrest For Alleged Cesar Pina Scam—See Subpoenas

By: Justin IveyCategory: Exclusives

The Breakfast Club co-host DJ Envy is facing more legal trouble due to his business relationship with Cesar Pina, who was busted for wire fraud. According to court documents, a New Jersey judge threatened Envy with arrest if he didn’t hand over all documents requested by a trustee in Pina’s bankruptcy case.

Judge Rosemary Gambardella ordered Envy (real name Raashaun Casey) to produce copies of the documents by January 8, 2024. Pina and his wife Jennifer were given the same instructions.

“Should Cesar Pina, Jennifer Iturralde Pina and/or Raashaun Casey fail to provide full and complete responses to the requests on Schedules A, B, and C as directed in decretal paragraph one above, the Trustee shall file a notice of default with the Court, at which time the Court may convene a hearing to address appropriate sanctions against Cesar Pina, Jennifer Iturralde Pina and Raashaun Casey for contempt of this Court’s order, including, but not limited to an order for arrest to bring the parties to the United States Bankruptcy Court, District of New Jersey, 50 Walnut Street, Newark, New Jersey to appear for a Rule 2004 deposition,” Judge Gambardella wrote.
Cesar Pina Subpoenaed - Turn Over Documents Or Faces Arrest In Relation to Bankruptcy

Pina’s company Whairhouse LLC filed for bankruptcy amid pressure from eight investors in August. A judge appointed a trustee to oversee Whairhouse at the behest of the investors, who said Pina used the company “to operate a real estate Ponzi scheme.” Envy’s promotion of Pina’s real estate deals allegedly convinced people to invest in Pina’s scheme, but they never saw a return on their investments.

Authorities arrested Pina for running a multimillion-dollar Ponzi-like investment fraud scheme in October. He was released on a $1 million bond.

Envy wasn’t charged with a crime but faced intense scrutiny for his business partnership with Pina. Several parties have sued Envy for his alleged role in Pina’s scam.

St. Louis Producer TurnMeUpB Follows Cardi B, Trey Songz, Dave East & Sexxy Red Collabs With New Single”Fellen”

By: Jake CratesCategory: Music

Today East St. Louis producer and artist TurnMeUpB returns with a new single titled “Fellen,” deliberately misspelling “felon” with a St. Louis eye dialect to resonate with the street slang of his hometown of East St. Louis, Illinois. 

“Fellen, I am one. I am a felon. With the duct tape on the cover I don’t speak about it. I never been a rat. I hold my own. I spelled it like that because that’s the ebonics way and I could spell it with the ‘o’ and I just thought the hook is talking street stuff and it’s just a bunch of felons getting to the money and I came across it. And it just worked.”

Stepping out from behind the boards, TurnMeUpB’s new effort is geared towards the discovery of his well-respected sound.  Continuing to make waves in the music industry with his extraordinary talent and notable collaborations, TurnMeUpB boasts an impressive resume that includes working alongside chart-topping artists like Cardi B, Dave East, and Trey Songz. It also includes forming strong connections with fellow St. Louis artist and rising female rap sensation Sexyy Red and her team. There’s no question TurnMeUpB has solidified his position as a mainstay producer on the St. Louis scene for years to come as the streets are watching for all his next moves.

“Early on I was signed to Rap-A-Lot after J Prince called me himself.  They took me under their wing and I learned a lot. I was working on the Rap-A-Lot/Warner deal with Raw Reece, then came JR and we ended up taking a meeting with Def Jam and we worked with Trey Songz,” he said.  “Then I moved to Detroit and worked with Kevin Liles. I built a reputation with Trey, and then I became independent and was putting money behind artists. So even before pushing my artist BRB Loopy I was in the game and I’m trying to teach that to these younger rappers.” 

TurnMeUpB eventually built a reputation for crafting innovative beats and producing tracks that resonated with audiences worldwide while also working with artists at home like BRB Loopy. His unique style and creative vision earned him recognition among the music elite of his city and beyond. 

In addition to his work with established artists, TurnMeUpB has also formed a dynamic partnership with one of the most buzzworthy female rappers in the game, Sexyy Red. Their collaborations promise to deliver groundbreaking music that pushes boundaries and challenges the status quo in the Hip-Hop game. Sexxy Red’s unmatched energy and lyrical prowess combined with TurnMeUpB’s unparalleled production abilities create a synergy that is set to dominate the music charts and captivate audiences worldwide.

TurnMeUpB is not only known for his remarkable musical contributions but also for his dedication to nurturing emerging talent like BRB Loopy. Through mentorship programs and workshops, he is helping aspiring artists and producers hone their skills and navigate the complexities of the music business and the streets of St. Louis. 

“I’m always playing in the background in the shadows as a label owner and producer but I was born and raised in East St. Louis. I started off as a rapper and then once I realized I couldn’t rap I made beats and started buying equipment, working little jobs. When most people were clubbing I was getting my craft together and created a studio in my momma’s basement. The rest was history, after started giving them beats out.”

Fans and industry insiders alike eagerly anticipate TurnMeUpB’s upcoming releases, expecting nothing less than groundbreaking music that will leave a lasting impression on the music landscape.

For more information about TurnMeUpB, please visit or follow him on social media @TurnMeUpB618.

Loch- “The Globe”

By: AllHipHop StaffCategory: Music

Loch returns with “The Globe!”

The song speaks to him having people around the world who rock with his music and about leaving where you are to take a chance on yourself and your goals. Loch also notes that sometimes you don’t have to physically leave to “get around the globe.”

Loch on “The Globe”:

“”The Globe” is this song I had for a while. My man, Maestrolungs had gotten the original beat, but someone else used it, so I got my producer Blacknailz to make me a new beat for it. The original original version was only one verse, and I added some verses to it, and now it’s ready for the world,” said Loch. 

Loch aka WARLOCH is a veteran Atlanta emcee known for being a lyricist, songwriter, and well-rounded song crafter.

With a dramatic flair, he combines complex lyricism with mean, gritty bars and observations on the streets and everyday life. 

He was Influenced by emcees such as Run DMC, LL Cool J, Rakim, Nas, Redman, Eminem, Wu-Tang Clan, Tupac, Kurupt, Ras Kass, and a Tribe Called Quest.

Born in Detroit and raised in Cobb County, South Fulton and all over the Metro Atlanta area, he released his first full project, ‘No Soap No Rags’ as a member of the group Thirst & Loch in 2003. He then released 4 solo projects ‘The Last Flip,’ ‘The Final Front,’ ‘The Social Network,’ ‘Afro American Horror Story’ and ‘Afro American Psycho.’ Loch’s music has been played on Hot 107.9 in Atlanta, Shade45 ,88.5 GA State radio, WIBB in Macon, K-100, WRFG, 89.3 and more. 

Loch has also collaborated with The Outlawz (EDI @ Edifon4L and Kastro), Sean Price, Lyfe Jennings, Sy Scott, Mally G of Illegal, Young Noble of The Outlawz, Adina Howard, Mr. 704, Jag, Cap 1 and Loch’s musical family and crews Bad Blood, SDK and Kamp Kaos, and he’s performed at shows with Ludacris, Juvenile, David Banner, Killer Mike, The Clipse, Rock City and more. 

Currently, Loch has been working on new music with Dr. Dre affiliate and Eminem producer Black Nailz (@Therealblacknailz). 

Check out “The Globe” below!

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Maxwell, Jeezy, Scarface & More To Perform At 2024 Jazz In The Gardens Music Festival

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: News

Black Promoters Collective collaborated with the City of Miami Gardens to present next year’s Jazz In The Gardens Music Festival. R&B legend Maxwell will headline the two-day event scheduled for March 9 and 10, 2024.

In addition to Maxwell, Jazz In The Gardens will feature performances by fellow R&B artists Babyface, Jaheim, Tamia, Marsha Ambrosius and October London. Jeezy and Scarface will represent Hip-Hop.

“BPC is thrilled to work alongside the City of Miami Gardens to enhance the already vibrant Jazz In The Gardens brand and take it to the next level,” Troy Brown, Black Promoters Collective Partner and CMO, states.

Brown adds, “For example, notably, JITG has never incorporated the Afrobeat genre into its lineup. BPC plans to change that and infuse the festival with a mix of genres, promising an unforgettable experience for attendees.”

Miami Gardens Mayor Promises Line-Up Of Talented Artists For JITG

“We are so excited to be hosting the 17th annual Jazz In The Gardens Music Festival. This year’s partnership with the Black Promoters Collective promises an enhanced festival experience, and a line-up of talented artists who represent the diverse culture we have in Miami Gardens and South Florida region,” Mayor of Miami Gardens Rodney Harris says.

Maxwell became one of the top R&B performers to emerge in the late 1990s. His album discography includes Maxwell’s Urban Hang Suite, Embrya, Now, BLACKsummers’night, and blackSUMMERS’night. Furthermore, he recorded the MTV Unplugged EP.

Jeezy released the chart-topping Thug Motivation 102: The Inspiration, The Recession and Trap or Die 3. Scarface rose to prominence as a member of the Geto Boys rap group. He also earned Platinum plaques as a soloist with The Diary, The Untouchable and My Homies.

Comedians Rickey Smiley and Jess Hilarious will host the 2024 Jazz In The Gardens. The next edition of the festival will take place at Hard Rock Stadium, home to the Miami Dolphins. Presale tickets go on sale today (December 21) at 10 am local time via the code BPC.

Jung Kook & Latto’s “Seven” Named Spotify’s Most-Streamed 2023 Collaboration

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: News

BTS singer Jung Kook’s “Seven” featuring Latto amassed more than one billion Spotify streams since it dropped on July 14. As of press time, “Seven” has 1.21 billion plays on Spotify, giving Jung Kook of and Latto the crown for the most-streamed collaboration in 2023.

Miley Cyrus took the overall lead. The former Disney Channel star’s “Flowers” currently sits at 1.65 billion streams. Jung Kook and Latto’s “Seven” came in second place for songs released this year.

“Seven” already claimed the record for the fastest song to reach one billion streams in Spotify history. The Watt and Cirkut-produced K-pop track achieved that feat in October. Plus, the song’s official music video has 306 million YouTube views.

With “Seven” collecting over 16 million Spotify streams on the first day of release, Latto also earned the biggest streaming debut for a rapper. The song broke Spotify’s debut record for a male artist and collaboration as well.

Latto scored her first No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 when “Seven” opened in the chart’s top spot. The Atlanta native also had the distinction of being the first rap act to reach the pinnacle of the Hot 100 in 2023. In addition, Latto’s “Put It on da Floor Again” featuring Cardi B became a Top 20 hit on the Hot 100. Upon its release in June, the gold-certified collaboration peaked at No. 14. Rolling Stone listed “Put It on da Floor Again” as the second-best rap song of 2023.

Pardison Fontaine Praises Cardi B As Internet Pioneer

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: News

Cardi B stamped her name as a force in the music industry with multiple history-making accomplishments. Pardison Fontaine also believes his longtime collaborator made an unforgettable mark on culture in other ways. In a recent interview with 360 With Speedy, the host asked the New York-bred rapper/songwriter about Cardi B.

“I’ve heard you say that she’s a marketing genius,” Morman recalled. Fontaine responded, “Cardi’s a genius, period, on so many levels. I say this all the time, she would’ve been a star no matter what she chose to do.

“She really pioneered a lot of the energy that you see on the internet right now. She’s the first person to grab her phone and really start talking s### into it, unapologetically herself.”

Before becoming a Grammy-winning recording artist, Cardi B gained a following on Vine and Instagram. She eventually parlayed that social media popularity into a stint on VH1’s Love & Hip Hop: New York reality series.

Cardi then found initial success as a rapper with 2017’s “Bodak Yellow.” The Bronx-raised entertainer’s breakout single became the first solo song by a female rapper to top the Billboard Hot 100 chart since 1998.

Following the three-week reign of “Bodak Yellow” atop the Hot 100, Cardi also reached No. 1 with “Girls Like You,” “I Like It,” “WAP” and “Up.” The 31-year-old hitmaker holds the Billboard records for most No. 1 songs and most total weeks at No. 1 by a female rap act.

Fontaine co-wrote “Bodak Yellow,” “I Like It,” “WAP” and “Up.” He also teamed with Cardi B for his own “Backin’ It Up” single in 2018. That platinum-certified collaboration is Fontaine’s highest-charting entry on the Hot 100.

Lil Durk Deactivates His Instagram Page: “See Y’all Next Year”

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: News

Lil Durk’s Instagram followers will be unable to keep up with the Hip-Hop artist on the social media app. The 31-year-old Only The Family crew leader shut down his IG page.

It is not clear what sparked Lil Durk’s decision to leave Instagram this time. While his fans on the Meta-owned platform questioned the move, Durk posted a message on his X (formerly Twitter) account.

“See y’all next year Smurk back on his pain s### [mending heart emoji]… 2024,” Lil Durk tweeted on Tuesday (December 20). That post collected over 1,000 reposts and 10,000 likes.

Previously, Durk deactivated his Instagram page in July 2022. Two months later, he closed his page again after rumors of a breakup with India Royale spread across the internet.

Lil Durk had an impressive 2023. He released his eighth studio LP, Almost Healed, on May 26. That 21-track project hosted the Billboard Hot 100 Top 5 song “All My Life” featuring J. Cole.

“All My Life” became the highest-charting lead single of Durk’s career, peaking at No. 2 on the Hot 100. Almost Healed debuted at No. 3 on the Billboard 200 album chart by earning 125,000 first-week units.

Lil Durk closed out the year by appearing on “Vultures” by Kanye West and Ty Dolla $ign. The Chicago native heads into 2024 with a Grammy Award nomination for “All My Life” (Best Melodic Rap Performance).

How To Record & Master Your Own Hip-Hop Music: 7 Essential Tips

By: Staff WriterCategory: Uncategorized

Step into the studio—the world where beats meet rhythm and lyrics weave through the silence. Recording and mastering your own hip hop music is an art form, a personal journey from the echoes of your mind to the speakers resonating with your soul’s signature sound. 

With each carefully crafted tip, you’re not just jamming tunes but constructing audibles that could one day echo down streets and across cyber streams. From choosing gear to laying down bars, let’s delve into crafting tracks that stand out in the infinite mixtape of life.

7 Tips for Recording and Mastering Your Own Hip Hop Music

Dive into the world of hip hop production with these 7 tips for recording and mastering your tracks. Enhance your sound, from laying down beats to achieving that polished final master.

1. Craft Your Unique Sound

Finding your own sound is about drawing from your influences, sure, but also daring to be different. Experiment with beats, flip samples on their head, and play with flows till you find what feels authentic to you. Sometimes, those off-the-wall ideas are gold waiting to be discovered.

This journey of sonic self-discovery never really ends. Mix in life experiences, get inspiration from other artists with unique sounds, and find your own story in the kick drums and snares. 

2. Invest in Quality Equipment

Think of your studio gear like the tools of a master craftsman. You want them sturdy, reliable, and precise. You don’t need to go for broke, but investing in a solid microphone, interface, and headphones can mean the difference between an amateurish track and that professional sound. 

Just remember that quality equipment is the bedrock on which your sonic empire stands. Take the time to research and listen to user reviews before you make a final purchasing decision. 

3. Use Mastering Software

When it’s time to put the final touches on your hip hop tracks, mastering software becomes an indispensable ally. These tools can elevate the clarity, volume, and balance of your music. 

Say you opt for Mixea’s mastering software. This platform offers an intuitive interface coupled with a suite of powerful features designed to enhance dynamics and achieve radio-ready sound. It enables you to execute precise adjustments that bring your vision for each track to life.

4. Acoustic Treatment for Your Space

When it comes to laying down tracks, your room’s vibe should be less coffee shop chaos, more serene studio. Enter acoustic treatment: it’s the unsung hero that banishes echoes. However, treating a room isn’t just slapping foam on walls. You need to place panels strategically.

Start simple—a few well-placed panels can work wonders. But true mastery is a tailored suit: measure your space, seek out those sonic sweet spots, and treat accordingly.

5. Focus on Clean Recording Takes

It’s essential to nail your performance with minimal background noise and no distortion. This means checking levels well before you hit a record and keeping them in the safe zone.

Dedicate time to getting those takes pristine—the efforts pay off when mixing and mastering roll around. A solid take is the canvas for your masterpiece. It doesn’t need filters or fancy effects to make an impact. When your raw material shines, the end result reflects that quality.

6. Learn Basic Mixing Techniques

Learning how to EQ, compress, and balance levels is your road map to a mix that doesn’t just sound good at home but bumps right across town, too. Arm yourself with these skills.

Set aside time to practice and refine your talent. There’s art in blending tracks together so they complement rather than compete. You’ll find your mixes become more than layers of sound—they tell a story, evoke a mood, and ultimately carry your unique signature as an artist. 

7. Align Beats Precisely

Precision is key. Every kick drum and snare hit must be on point. A millisecond off can send your track from head-nodding to head-scratching. It’s about timing that’s crisp and on the beat.

Take time to zoom in on those waveforms. Nudge them like a meticulous puzzle until the picture is just right. This isn’t about rushing—it’s surgical, a craft of patience and detail. When every element aligns just so, your tracks march in an army of rhythm to the heart of your listeners.

In Conclusion… 

And there you have it, the roadmap to capturing your sonic dreams in the concrete jungle of hip hop. But remember, these tips are just sparks—your passion is the flame. Keep that fire burning, and let determination be your compass as you navigate through beats and bars.

Young Guru Calls Cap On Dame Dash’s Claims Jay-Z “Stole” Other Rappers’ Songs

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: News

Dame Dash took time during an interview to talk about his former business partner Jay-Z. A clip of Dash discussing Hov’s alleged behind-the-scenes tactics caught the attention of Young Guru.

“Jay had a strategy of once somebody’s record was hot, jumping on it, and then it would be like it was his record,” Dame Dash stated on The Guads Show podcast. “And that’s f###ed up.”

Dash went on to claim that Jay-Z’s “Can I Get A…” was originally a Ja Rule song. The Roc-A-Fella Records co-founder also asserted that Omillio Sparks had “I Just Wanna Love U (Give It 2 Me)” first.

However, Young Guru—Hov’s longtime audio engineer—took to Twitter (X) to push back on the notion that Jay-Z ripped off songs.

“CAP on this narrative that Jay STEALS songs,” Young Guru posted. “1. Jay got [‘I Just Wanna Love U (Give It 2 Me)’] directly from Pharrell and made the song from scratch. Sparks says a Rick James hook.”

Guru also mentioned Murder Inc. Records CEO Irv Gotti. The Grammy winner added, “2. [‘Can I Get A…’] was Irv’s idea, literally said, ‘Jay get on this record but please keep Ja.’ I love you OG but nah.”

https://twitter.com/young_guru/status/1737655082391367992?s=43&t=xs88XTc6VRps9fEtROda-g

Jay-Z, Beyoncé & Family Tour New York Aboard Private Tour Bus 

By: London JennnCategory: News

Jay-Z and Beyoncé did Christmas sightseeing in style earlier this week, renting out a private bus for a tour of New York City. 

The Hip-Hop super couple were joined by family and friends on the bus, including daughter Blue Ivy and Hov’s mother, Gloria Carter, as they took in the festive city sights.  

Fans captured footage of the famous family on the Tea Around Town pink tour bus. The flowery double-decker bus serves guests a delightful-looking afternoon tea in a vintage setting.  

In between treats, Jay-Z and Beyoncé passed by Times Square, Bryant Park and other holiday spots, including Rockefeller Center’s iconic Christmas tree. 

Jay-Z And Beyoncé’s New York City tour follows Hov’s lavish birthday celebrations earlier this month at the Chateau Smith Haut Lafitte vineyards in the French wine region of Bordeaux. 

According to multiple reports, The Carters rented the vineyard’s entire five-star spa and hotel for the duration of their stay.  Guests enjoyed bottles of rare wines, including bottles of the 1969 vintage to mark the Roc Nation honcho’s birth year.  

Photos from the festivities, shared by Roc Nation vice president, Lenny Santiago, show Jay-Z laughing while standing at a candlelit table lined with 1969 Pétrus bottles. 

Meanwhile, Beyoncé recently announced an exciting Renaissance movie update. The concert film will soon be hitting theatres in Brazil, Italy, Japan, South Korea, and many other countries, satisfying fans who missed out.  

Rihanna Reveals Wardrobe Malfunction Led To Super Bowl Baby Reveal  

By: London JennnCategory: News

Rihanna broke the internet earlier this year after revealing her blossoming baby bump during her iconic Super Bowl Halftime Show performance. 

However, the superstar songstress has now let slip that the viral pregnancy reveal was completely unplanned and was actually a wardrobe snafu caused by her desire to hide her growing belly.  

Rihanna spoke about the moments leading up to her Super Bowl performance during the launch event for the Fenty x Puma Creeper Phatty in Los Angeles earlier this week.  

“Here’s the thing — I did what I have to do, right?” she explained. “My jumper couldn’t zip up. No one knew I was pregnant — I just told my stylist, ‘Make sure it’s stretchy.’”  

However, once she climbed into the red jumpsuit, the zipper wouldn’t fasten all the way up.  It reached the bottom of her bump and refused to budge. “The zip, it just stopped right there,” she added. “So it had to be what it had to be!” 

While Rihanna reportedly said her family was complete after welcoming her second child with A$AP Rocky earlier this year, the singer is yearning to hear the pitter-patter of tiny feet again, girl’s feet, that is.   

The couple had their first son, RZA, in May 2022 before the arrival of their second boy, Riot Rose, in August. 

When E! News asked if there was anything she couldn’t do the music and business mogul quipped, “So far, have daughters. I’m batting at 75 percent for a boy next time. So, we’ll just keep our fingers crossed.”

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Dame Dash Takes Credit For “Rapping Jay-Z”: “He Wasn’t Gon’ Do It” 

By: London JennnCategory: News

Dame Dash is claiming that the world would never have seen the greatness of Jay-Z if it wasn’t for his persistence in pushing Hov in the early stages of his rap career.  

The Roc-A-Fella co-founder opened up about his former partner during a recent episode of The Gauds Show. In a clip of the show, shared by Dame Dash on Instagram Wednesday (December 20), the Hip-Hop mogul explained that he kept championing Jay-Z despite multiple rejections.  

“I shopped Jay-Z to every single label,” he explained. “Kevin Liles, all of them. Every single one of them and they all said no. And he becomes one of the greatest rappers alive. Those are the same people that are up under this n#### that said he was too old, rapped too fast, and dressed corny.” 

According to Dame Dash, Jay-Z wasn’t unwilling to push his own rap career over hustling. He claimed Hov lacked the business acumen necessary to capitalize in the music industry.  

Dame Dash continued, “I learned don’t listen to nobody, because if I listened to them, there would be no Jay-Z. He wasn’t gon’ do it. There would be no rapping Jay-Z if it wasn’t for me 100,000 percent. Because he wasn’t gonna do what I did to make sure he got heard. He was hustling. 

“He wasn’t gonna put a record out by himself and create a record company,” Dame insisted before adding, “He could rap but he didn’t know business. I taught him business. How to put a record out yourself. How to leverage your celebrity and put it on a product yourself.” 

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NLE Choppa Goes “Hood Christmas Caroling” Gets Mistaken For Chris Brown 

By: London JennnCategory: News

NLE Choppa delighted a Chris Brown fan who mistakenly thought she met her idol singing Christmas Carols in Walmart. 

The “Shotta Flow” hitmaker recently got into the holiday spirit, joining a group of singers for a “hood Christmas caroling” YouTube video. The video shows the group dressed in robes as they make the rounds performing at various stories. They received a standing ovation at Sephora, but the staff at Apple were less than impressed by the singers. Store employees booted NLE Choppa and friends out of the store midway through a performance of his track “S### Me Out.” 

Undeterred, the carolers continued to Walmart, where they stunned shoppers with their rendition of Drake, Sexyy Red, and SZA’s####, “Rich Baby Daddy.”  

As Choppa began performing some Breezy-like dance moves, one confused employee questioned, “Chris Brown is here?!”  

NLE Choppa nods, playing along before the woman yells, “Chris! “I love you, Chris Brown!” 

Continuing the façade, NLE Choppa thanks the fan and launches into Chris Brown’s “Wall To Wall.” 

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Meanwhile, on Monday (December 18), NLE Choppa hosted a Christmas toy giveaway at the McFarland Community Center in his native Memphis. 

“I wanted to be able to share this blessing with all of y’all. How many of y’all ready to get to the toys?” NLE Choppa asked the kids at the event. “I’m trying to make it normal to give back because I know people ain’t in the same position as me. I want to be able to keep helping the people that’s less fortunate.” 

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Nicki Minaj Teases Rihanna “Pink Friday 2” Feature, Eyes Taylor Swift Collab

By: London JennnCategory: News

Nicki Minaj may be breaking records with her latest album, Pink Friday 2, but she’s keeping the surprises coming, teasing a possible Rihanna feature. 

On Wednesday (December 20), the iconic NYC rapper took to her Instagram Story with a video of RiRi dancing to PF2 cut “FTCU.” Hinting at a new song, she wrote, “The full gag city deluxe ain’t coming out until Queen Rih send her vocals. POW.” 

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The teaser had Nicki Minaj and Rihanna fans clamoring for their first collab in over a decade. They last appeared on “Fly” in 2011, which appeared on the original Pink Friday album.  

Minaj showed love to Rihanna during a recent appearance on Watch What Happens Live. When host Andy Cohen asked her to name the “current queen of pop,” she replied, “I don’t know. The people who are in the industry now, they’ve already put in their work, so they’re queens in their own right.” 

However, Cohen pressed her, asking the “Barbie Dreams” hitmaker if she had a queen of her own.  

“There are two women that I have looked up to in the music industry since I’ve come in it in a different way. Just because of who they are and where I’m from and who I am. Of course,” Nicki Minaj added before naming Beyoncé and Rihanna.

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Meanwhile, Nicki Minaj also revealed there is a pop icon she would love to work with in the future. When a fan asked if she would collaborate with Taylor Swift, Nicki Minaj replied, “In a heart beat.” 

 While celebrating her record-breaking vinyl sales, Minaj credited Taylor Swift and her fans, who she said “put in the work.”   

“The SAG QUEEN TAYLOR DESERVES!!!! PERIOD!!!!!” she added. “She takes months & years off then comes back with great music & fans who’ll never leave her!!!! The END!!!!!!!” 

Nicki Minaj Secures Most No.1 Albums For Female Rapper

By: AllHipHop StaffCategory: News

Nicki Minaj has become the female rapper with the most chart-topping albums in history.

The rapper’s new album Pink Friday 2 has debuted at No.1 on the U.S. Billboard 200 chart, launching with 228,000 equivalent album units.

The release is Minaj’s third chart-topping album, following 2010’s Pink Friday and 2012’s Roman Reloaded, which makes her the female rapper with the most No. 1 albums in history and breaks her previous tie with Foxy Brown.

Billboard confirmed Pink Friday 2 also had the biggest sales week for any album released by a female rapper so far in the 2020s.

The new album features contributions from Drake, Lil Wayne, J. Cole, Future, Murda Beatz, and Billie Eilish’s brother and collaborator, Finneas.

On December 11, the star announced a world tour in support of Pink Friday 2, which will see Nicki Minaj perform shows in the U.S., Europe, and the UK.

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Rihanna Says She’s Just An “Extra” In Home Life With A$AP Rocky After Having Children

By: Devon JeffersonCategory: News

Rihanna has opened up about the family dynamic she and A$AP Rocky have developed since welcoming their two children into their home—and apparently, she’s not at the focus.

During the launch event for the Fenty x Puma Creeper Phatty on Monday (December 18), RiRi spoke to Access Hollywood about her newfound life in motherhood. While describing how she began to love Rocky “differently” as he ventured into fatherhood, Rihanna briefly remarked on the bond they share with their two children.

“I loved him differently as a dad,” RiRi said in part. “This is major, major-like; it’s a turn-on. It’s just like, ‘Wow! What a leader, what a great, patient, loving [dad].'”

Rihanna continued, explaining that her main character energy fades in her home life with Rocky and the kids considering her children are “obsessed” with their father.

“I’m just a background, I’m an extra,” she said. “Yep! It happens! It doesn’t matter if it’s girls or boys; they love their dad differently, and I love to see it.”

An abundant amount of love must be present in Rihanna and Rocky’s household considering RiRi hasn’t stopped gushing about her new family since the arrival of their children. In August, the Barbadian singer and entrepreneur told People that she felt her family was “complete” after having baby No. 2 with Rocky.

Lil Yachty Roasted For New Militant “Forest Whitaker-Looking” Fit

By: Devon JeffersonCategory: Rumors

Lil Yachty’s sense for accessorizing has fallen under fire by his massive following on Twitter (X), who can’t decide whether they love or hate his new green beret-inspired look.

The “Tesla” rapper seemingly shared the unassuming selfie with the expectation that users would roast the photo, considering he kicked things off. Shortly tweeting the flick, Lil Boat shared a screenshot of a conversation he and Lil House Phone were having in which it was determined he has a “Musiq Soulchild a## hat” with a legacy as rich as The Chappelle Show.

Immediately following Lil Boat’s remarks, the flood gates opened and users began teeing off on his stoic image.

“This how Forest Whitaker was dressing in the last King of Scotland,” one user wrote while another compared him to actor Jonathan Majors, writing, “Bro went to the Jonathan majors museum of segregation.”

The actor comparisons continued to be a favorite theme throughout the discourse as another user wrote, “Bro dressed like Idris Elba.”

Not even Outkast could outlast the shade being throw as one user targeted Andre Benjamin in their remark, writing, “If u buy the Andre 3000 deluxe flute album it comes with this hat.”

Check out all of the insane quoted replies to Lil Boat’s fit pick here.

Lizzo Accused Of “Wretched” Behavior By Blaming Sexual Harassment Victims

By: AllHipHop StaffCategory: News

Lizzo’ and her legal team has filed a motion to dismiss her former wardrobe stylist’s harassment and discrimination lawsuit.

Asha Daniels, who worked in the wardrobe department on Lizzo’s tour earlier this year, filed a lawsuit against the “Juice” singer and her touring team in September for illegal retaliatory termination, racial and sexual harassment, and creating a hostile work environment.

Lizzo’s attorneys filed a motion to dismiss the “meritless and salacious” complaint in the Los Angeles Superior Court on Friday.

In the legal documents, the lawyers claimed the former “disgruntled” employee “failed to perform the work that she was assigned and, eventually, just played hooky and refused to show up for work.”

They alleged Daniels was terminated after less than three weeks of employment for “abandoning her post” on the day of Lizzo’s concert in Paris, France in March.

They argued that the case should also be dismissed because it was filed in the wrong jurisdiction as Daniels “is a New York resident who worked for a Delaware corporation in Europe.”

In response to the dismissal request, Daniels’ lawyer Ron Zambrano said in a statement,

“This motion was expected and is yet another Hail Mary by Lizzo’s team to try to shift blame to the victims, as she has done to the three other plaintiffs who have sued her for similar allegations of harassment, disability discrimination and retaliatory termination.

“Lizzo and her lawyers can continue trying to rationalize her illegal and wretched conduct, but we remain committed to seeking justice for our clients and look forward to our day in court where Lizzo can explain her behavior in a public forum.”

Lizzo was sued for sexual, religious and racial harassment, disability discrimination, weight shaming and creating a hostile work environment by former dancers Arianna Davis, Crystal Williams, and Noelle Rodriguez in August. She has denied the allegations.