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Could Diddy’s Biggest Nightmare Be In Form Of A Book?

By: illseedCategory: Rumors

Diddy’s legal troubles might just be heating up. The notorious mogul, renowned for his extravagant parties and lavish lifestyle, is now facing his third lawsuit. However, that’s not the main point of discussion here. What’s truly intriguing is the possibility of a forthcoming book with a captivating title.

Diddy Says Latest Sex Assault Lawsuits Filed By “Scammers” 

“The Night Puff Tried to Kill Me” is apparently on the horizon, signaling the release of a book. It’s unclear whether this is a genuine endeavor or another trolling move. Based on the visuals available—which includes a man in a hoodie in the background—it seems to be a slim memoir from someone in the past. The question that lingers is whether the author will live long enough to witness its publication, given the apparent high stakes involved. I am kidding with that comment.

In all seriousness, can a book of this nature actually make it to the market? It’s a matter of uncertainty. Diddy is known for having a formidable legal team skilled in issuing cease-and-desist orders. Furthermore, it could be a complete fabrication, dismissed as another money-making scheme. Presumably, there must be additional content. By the way, I just did a bit more research and the person isn’t looking for money.

UFO FEV Explains How A “Spiritual Call” From Diddy Opened Up His Independent Rap Galaxy

Regardless, Diddy hasn’t suffered any financial setbacks since the allegations related to ex Cassie Ventura and the civil suit filing. It’s safe to assume that any potential loss of income wouldn’t significantly impact his lifestyle. It remains to be seen how he will handle this latest development.

It’s going to be a hot winter.

Metro Boomin Says There’s Thought Behind His Music, Unlike TikTok Cash Grabs

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: News

Over the last 12 months, Metro Boomin managed to release two well-received projects. Both 2022’s Heroes & Villains album and 2023’s Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse soundtrack garnered praise from music fans.

The Grammy-nominated Heroes & Villains became Metro Boomin’s third Billboard 200 chart-topper. Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse (Soundtrack from and Inspired by the Motion Picture) peaked at No. 5.

Variety caught up with the St. Louis-raised Hip-Hop producer. The interview included Metro explaining why he believes his musical output resonates with so many listeners at this time.

“I feel like people can just tell I care,” Metro Boomin said. “At a time when everybody has their hand out — like, ‘Let me do this for cash; let me make a dance for TikTok’ — you can hear all the details and thought behind my music.”

For Heroes & Villains, Metro recruited John Legend, Future, Chris Brown, Don Toliver, Travis Scott, 21 Savage, Young Nudy, Young Thug, The Weeknd, Mustafa, A$AP Rocky, Gunna and the late Takeoff as guests.

Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse also featured a whos-who of talent. It contains appearances from Swae Lee, Lil Wayne, Offset, A$AP Rocky, Future, Lil Uzi Vert, Don Toliver, Coi Leray, 21 Savage, 2 Chainz, Nas and more.

“Most people would try to make a kids album — no cussing, certain subject matter,” Metro Boomin told Variety about the soundtrack for Marvel Entertainment’s animated superhero film. “I wanted it to feel like dope music for all ages.”

Prior to creating Heroes & Villains and Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, Metro hit No. 1 on the Billboard 200 twice. 2018’s Not All Heroes Wear Capes debuted at No. 1. Plus, Savage Mode II with 21 Savage peaked in the pole position in 2020.

Nicki Minaj Declares “Pink Friday 2” Is One Of The Greatest Albums Ever

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: News

Nicki Minaj is fully in promotional mode at the moment. The veteran rapper is expected to release her fifth studio LP, Pink Friday 2 on December 8, five years after her previous album.

Before Pink Friday 2 arrives on DSPs, Minaj wants her diehard fans to know she views the project as an all-timer. On Monday (November 27), she took to Twitter (X) to hype up the forthcoming body of work.

“Dear Barbz, it just dawned on me; I am about to release one of the greatest albums of ALL TIME,” she wrote. “Love always, Harajuku #Barbie.”

Pink Friday 2 follows 2018’s Queen, which debuted at No. 2 on the Billboard 200 chart and received generally positive reviews from critics.

The project initially had an October 20 release date, but the New York City native later pushed the project back to November 17 before finally settling on December 8.

Pink Friday 2 will likely include the singles “Super Freaky Girl,” “Red Ruby da Sleeze” and “Last Time I Saw You.” Minaj earned her third No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 when “Super Freaky Girl” reached the pinnacle of the chart in 2022.

This year saw Nicki Minaj achieve more Billboard chart success. Her Ice Spice collaborations, “Princess Diana” (No. 4) and “Barbie World” (No. 7), both peaked inside the Top 10. “Last Time I Saw You” made it to No. 23.

Minaj also earned a Top Rap Female Artist trophy at the 2023 Billboard Music Awards. In addition, “Barbie World” earned Grammy Award nominations for Best Rap Song and Best Song Written For Visual Media.

André 3000 Earns First Lead Solo Entry On The Hot 100 Following Release Of “New Blue Sun”

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: News

André 3000 has three No. 1 hits on the Billboard Hot 100 as a member of the rap duo Outkast. The Atlanta-bred MC now achieved a first-time chart placement as a lead solo act.

On November 17, André 3000 dropped his debut solo studio LP. New Blue Sun hosts a song titled “I Swear, I Really Wanted to Make a ‘Rap’ Album but This Is Literally the Way the Wind Blew Me This Time.”

That track opened at No. 90 on the latest Hot 100, giving 3 Stacks his first entry on the chart as a lone performer. Previously, the Hip-Hop legend made the weekly rankings with collaborations.

For example, John Legend’s “Green Light” featuring André 3000 peaked at No. 24. Dré also charted with other singles such as Beyoncé’s “Party” (No. 50) and Young Jeezy’s “I Do” (No. 61).

Outkast’s “Ms. Jackson,” “Hey Ya!” and “The Way You Move” each made it to the top of the Hot 100. Those three records have spent a combined 11 weeks at No. 1. The Dungeon Family representatives have four Top 10 entries.

André 3000’s New Blue Sun opened at No. 34 on the most recent Billboard 200 chart. The 87-minute, instrumental album features the Grammy winner playing various flutes. New Blue Sun received mostly positive reviews.

The Epic Records release moved around 24,000 album-equivalent units in its first seven days. There was a lot of attention placed on the fact that New Blue Sun amassed more first-week units than recent projects by other Hip-Hop acts.

Nick Cannon Reacts To People Saying Beyoncé Wants To Look Like Kim Kardashian

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: News

At one point in the mid-2000s, Nick Cannon dated Kim Kardashian. The two celebrities have moved on from each other, but Cannon recently took time to join an online conversation about his ex-girlfriend.

Apparently, some social media users accused Beyoncé of copying Kim Kardashian’s style for the premiere of her Renaissance concert film. Queen Bey showed up to the event in a silver outfit with platinum-blonde hair.

The official Instagram page for Donatella Versace shared photos of Beyoncé wearing the fashion designer’s dress. The IG caption read, “@beyonce, you are a vision in Versace. You are unique. One of one, the number one, the only one!!!”

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Nick Cannon decided to comment on the comparisons being made between Kim Kardashian and Beyoncé. According to Cannon, it’s the reality show veteran who wants to emulate the R&B/Pop icon.

“Kim Kardashian wanna look like Beyoncé,” the actor/media personality stated on his The Daily Cannon show. Cannon also added, “She’s been looking the same since she was 16… Kim Kardashian wished she looked like that.”

There have been rumors of tension involving Kim Kardashian and Beyoncé. The alleged drama supposedly reached a fever pitch when Kanye West called out Bey and her husband, Jay-Z, for not attending his 2014 wedding to Kardashian.

However, reports suggest Beyoncé and Kim Kardashian are now on cordial terms after KimYe split up. Kardashian filed for divorce from Kanye West in 2021. The former couple reportedly reached a settlement in 2022.

T.I.’s Son King Fires Back At His Haters, Teases New Music Is On The Way

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY)Category: News

King Harris has become one of the most talked about figures in Hip-Hop culture over the last several days. The former reality show star’s argument with his parents, T.I. and Tiny, went viral.

While attending the Atlanta Falcons game on Sunday (November 26), King pushed back on Tiny and T.I. insisting he grew up with a “silver spoon” in his mouth. The situation then got physical.

“You are embarrassing yourself and your family! You are embarrassing yourself!” T.I. yelled at his son. King then told his father, “Get off me, n####!”

Social media users and influencers began sharing their thoughts on the video of King Harris arguing with his mom and dad. A lot of the commentary criticized King for his behavior.

In response, King Harris took to his Instagram Story on Monday to deliver a message to his haters. The 19-year-old rapper also teased a new song addressing the backlash.

“N#### betta mind dey business and stay out da mix,” King wrote. He also added, “Bout to drop and get this s### off my chest this week… stay tuned. N 2 days.”

Most of the world first discovered King Harris as a pre-teen cast member on VH1’s T.I. & Tiny: The Family Hustle. He went on to release tracks such as “New King Of The South” under the stage name Kid Saiyan.

Shannon Sharpe’s Wild Megan Thee Stallion Fantasy Causes Social Media Frenzy 

By: London JennnCategory: News

Shannon Sharpe is going viral with his Megan Thee Stallion thirst.  

Uncle Shay Shay opened up about his wild desires for the “Cobra” rapper during the latest episode of his podcast with Chad Ochocinco, Nightcap With Unc & Chino.  

The duo ventured off sports and got into a discussion about Sharpe’s love life. According to Sharpe, although his co-host keeps trying to set him up on dates, the women are not ready for what he has in store.  

However, Ochocinco challenged him, claiming Shannon Sharpe would meet his match in Megan Thee Stallion. He insisted the Grammy Award-winning artist’s sexually charged lyrics “supersedes anything that you saying.” 

Nonetheless, Sharpe was undeterred. “Her knees good,” he replied. “I’d have her stretched out like a quarter to three.”  

Ochocinco descended into fits of laughter before looking into the camera to address Megan directly.  

“Meg, I know you know gone’ see this,” he said. “Unc right here, holla at him. I ain’t got to say nothing, he shooting his shot.” 

Although Sharpe denied he was trying to get with Megan Thee Stallion, he continued to thirst over her. “We just having some fun, Ocho,” he said before adding that he’d have her “opening up like saloon doors.”  

Check out the clip below.  

Shannon Sharpe went viral once clips of the podcast surfaced online.  

“He was just talking about needing viagra. Unc need to sit this out,” said one person, referring to his comments about being “on them diamonds.”  

“I need these grandpas to stay away from that child,” another added.  

Check out some of the reactions below. 

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50 Cent Claimed Lil Kim Only Got On “Magic Stick” Because Trina “Messed it Up” 

By: London JennnCategory: News

Despite his long-standing feud with Lil Kim, 50 Cent revealed she was once the perfect fit for a song he designed for Trina.  

The G-Unit founder opened up about the 2003 single “Magic Stick” during a conversation on Apple Music with Rebecca Judd about his 2002 debut album Get Rich or Die Tryin’. 

According to Fiddy, he wrote the song specifically to work with Trina, but things did not go as planned.  

“[‘Magic Stick’] was written for Get Rich or Die Tryin. And then it didn’t make it. I wrote that record intentionally to work with Trina. I sent it to Trina,” 50 Cent explained. “They f##### up the record, they sent it back. F##### up. They had the lyrics and everything on it and they messed it up.” 

Nonetheless, 50 Cent said the track was saved when Atlantic Records A&R Gee Roberson stepped in.  

“Roberson came and got it from me, heard the record and was like, ‘Yo, I need this. I need this for Kim. I need it.'” 

While 50 Cent says Lil Kim “had made a good record,” he claims it lacked the sexually charged energy The Notorious B.I.G. “created for her to have success in our culture.”  

Referencing her La Bella Mafia cut “The Jump Off,” he added, “it didn’t tap into what [The Notorious B.I.G] was doing when he designed what Kim was. ‘Magic Stick’ was spot on for her. That was the right thing.” 

Despite his praise for 50 Cent’s and Lil Kim’s relationship soon soured following their collab. Fiddy addressed the rift in 2003 Hot 97 freestyle. 

“I wrote Magic Stick, I gave Kim a hit, then I wouldn’t shoot the video, she threw a lil fit,” he rapped. “Why would I care bout your emotions, you’re not my b####.” 

Lil Kim fired back on her next project, dissing 50 Cent on “Spell Check,” which featured on her fourth studio album, The Naked Truth.  

Teyana Taylor Addresses Pregnancy Rumors Amid Ongoing Divorce  

By: London JennnCategory: News

Teyana Taylor is addressing pregnancy rumors after stepping out to an awards show in a figure-hugging black dress. 

The “Gonna love Me” hitmaker was nominated for Outstanding Lead Performance for her role in A Thousand and One at the 33rd annual Gotham Awards in New York City Monday night (November 27). 

As footage from the red carpet emerged, many believed the multihyphenate was hiding a secret while she posed for cameras.  

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After the ceremony, Teyana Taylor came forward to confirm she was in fact concealing something from the public. However, the mystery was not a hidden pregnancy, as some speculated, but a yearning to pee.   

“Auntey ain’t preggo y’all,” she wrote on Instagram. “I just had to pee. That pee pouch ain’t nothing to play wit,” she added, referring to her ever-so-slightly- rounded stomach on the award show red carpet. Laughing at herself, she followed up with, “my kangaroo pouch head ass.” 

Last week, Teyana Taylor broke her silence regarding her recent divorce filing against Iman Shumpert in a lengthy Instagram Story post. She shared her despair over “private court documents that were leaked to the public,” amid the divorce.  

“It is very heartbreaking that someone would take out the time to make such a private matter public for the world to see,” Teyana Taylor wrote. 

“However, Protecting my family is one thing I’ve ALWAYS done & for my children,” she added. “I will continue to do so. She concluded with a plea for “some privacy to resolve this matter in peace.”

Diddy’s Former Bodyguard Ready To Reveal The Truth: No Longer Has Reason To Stay Silent 

By: London JennnCategory: News

Diddy’s former bodyguard, Roger Bonds, is ready to break his silence on his time with the Hip-Hop mogul. 

Over the weekend, Bonds hinted that he was prepared to speak out after Cassie Ventura filed her bombshell lawsuit. In it, she claimed Bonds not only witnessed Diddy’s violence but tried to intervene multiple times. 

Since then, further claims have been made by at least two other women, and Roger Bonds is willing to break his years-long silence. 

On Monday (November 27), Bonds shared a Complex report with the headline: “Diddy’s Former Head of Security Roger Bonds Addresses Cassie Lawsuit Which Mentions Him By Name.” 

The post refers to Bond revealing he was ready to speak his truth “because he has 4 daughters.” However, he revealed an additional reason in the caption.  

“NEVER KEEP YOUR WORD WHEN THE REASON YOU KEPT YOUR WORD NO LONGER EXIST,” Bonds added.  

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Cassie Ventura Claims Diddy’s Violence Left Roger Bond In Tears

According to Cassie Venture’s lawsuit, Bonds was left in tears after seeing her after a beating from Diddy. She had two black eyes, a burst and bruised lip and a huge welt on her forehead.  

On another occasion, Ventura alleged Diddy began “stomping on her face,” after they left a club. “Roger Bonds, tried to stop the beating, but was unable to deescalate the situation. When the car arrived at Mr. Combs’ residence, Ms. Ventura attempted to run away, but Mr. Combs followed her and proceeded to again kick her in the face. Ms. Ventura was bleeding profusely, and was ushered into Mr. Combs’ home, where she began to throw up from the violent assault.” 

Diddy and Ventura swiftly settled the lawsuit within 24 hours. Since then, two other women have filed lawsuits alleging Diddy beat and/or sexually assaulted them.  

As for the latest allegations, Diddy’s rep said, “These are fabricated claims falsely alleging misconduct from over 30 years ago and filed at the last minute. This is nothing but a money grab. Because of Mr. Combs’ fame and success, he is an easy target for anonymous accusers who lie without conscience or consequence for financial benefit.” 

Diddy’s spokesperson also addressed New York’s Adult Survivors Act, which expired Thursday (November 23). The act allowed adult survivors of sexual abuse to file claims otherwise barred by the statute of limitations. Diddy has been named in multiple lawsuits filed under the act.  

The rep added, “The New York Legislature surely did not intend or expect the Adult Survivors Act to be exploited by scammers. The public should be skeptical and not rush to accept these bogus allegations.” 

Sexyy Red Screams Free Her Lover In Unlikely Ode To Incarcerated Men

By: Houston WilliamsCategory: Music

In her latest single, “Free My N###a,” Sexyy Red explores a theme reminiscent of Mariah Carey’s festive hit “All I Want For Christmas Is You.” Yes, she only wants one thing for the looming holiday. The St. Louis rapper would love if Santa could free her thug-loved one for some much-needed holiday spirit. Hood Hottest Princess Deluxe, her looming album, is on the way and this track hints at what may follow.

The song begins with a touching moment – slightly meloncholy – where Sexyy Red and her child express their longing for the father. It is also important to not that there is clearly a baby in her belly. Suddently, without emotion, Sexyy Red delves into her emotions with her trademark rap style.

Sexyy Red Responds To Backlash After Urging Teacher To Play “Pound Town” To 5-Year-Olds 

She raps, “Say he facin’ time, hell yeah, I’m a Skype somethin’ / Soon as he come home from the pen’, I let him bite somethin’ / That’s my baby, hell yeah, we in love / First day home, let him shoot up the club / Heard that n###a on the fifth floor, let me kite him / When I don’t hear from my n###a, I write him / He a bad boy, I don’t care, that’s how I like ’em / Yeah, free my n###a ’til it’s backward.”

Sexyy Red, a well-known underdog, is now known for her determination and success and now her unwavering love.

You can listen to “Free My Love” below.

Kanye West Performs “Vultures” Live For First Time As Lil Durk Label War Heats Up

By: Kyle EusticeCategory: News

Kanye West performed “Vultures” live for the first time in Dubai over the weekend, his first new song since his 2022 antisemitic controversy. West was joined by Ty Dolla $ign and Lil Durk, who appear on the official version of the track. The performance comes as West is reportedly attempting to buy Lil Durk out of his contract with Alamo Records. According to multiple outlets, West is apparently upset the label’s founder/CEO, Todd Moscowitz, refused to clear Lil Durk for another song he worked on for West’s forthcoming album.

“Vultures” is already stirring up plenty of discourse. Chris Brown was forced to defend himself after fans noticed him dancing to the song at the Dubai club where West, Ty and Durk performed. They accused Brown of being antisemitic for dancing to the line, “I can’t be antisemitic/I just f##### a Jewish b####.”

Brown, taking to his Instagram Stories, insisted, “In no way shape or form am I antisemetic [sic] !!! I’m pro life and I make music for the entire world!!!!!! So please do not get tricked into thinking I spread hate or am kool with it! This is for the million of young kids that look up to [me] and may be confused.”

He added, “Let me make this perfectly clear before yall try to use me as a pawn. Ima Piru. I ain’t Muslim or Jewish so don’t start no s### won’t be no s###!!! I’m trying to be peaceful but please do not wake up the demon in me! Go on about your f###ing day!”

Of course, Brown was immediately dragged for bringing up his alleged gang ties while trying to convince everyone he wasn’t a hateful person.

Chris Brown Dragged For Saying He’s “Piru” In Anti-Semitic Flap Over Kanye West’s “Vultures”

By: AllHipHop StaffCategory: News

Chris Brown has denied he’s antisemitic after being slammed for dancing to Kanye West’s new controversial song, “Vultures.” Brown came under fire over the weekend after a video circulated on social media showing him dancing along to the track next to West at a party in Dubai.

The song, which was released earlier this month, addresses West’s 2022 antisemitism controversy and features the line, “How I’m antisemitic? I just f###ed a Jewish b####.”

After receiving backlash for smiling and dancing during those lyrics, Brown took to Instagram to insist he is not antisemitic. Instead, he touted his ties to the Bloods street gang, by claiming he wasn’t Muslim or Jewish—he’s a Piru.

“In no way shape or form am I antisemetic (sic)!!! I’m pro life and I make music for the entire world!!!!!! So please do not get tricked into thinking I spread hate or am kool with it (sic)!” he wrote on his Instagram Stories. “This (is) for the million of young kids that look up to (me) and may be confused (heart emoji).”

Brown followed that statement with, “Let me make this perfectly clear before yall try to use me as a pawn. Ima Piru. I ain’t Muslim or Jewish so don’t start no s### won’t be no s###!!! I’m trying to be peaceful but please do not wake up the demon in me!”

The reactions to Chris Brown’s comments equating his gang to a religion were swift.

West fell from grace and lost several business deals after he made a series of antisemitic comments on social media and in interviews in late 2022.

“Vultures” featuring Ty Dolla $ign, Lil Durk and Bump J marks his first new track since the controversy.

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Jack Harlow Earns Third No. 1 Single Following NFL Halftime Show Fumble

By: Devon JeffersonCategory: News

Jack Harlow continues to secure major wins—despite his recent NFL halftime show debacle.

On Monday (November 27) Harlow’s latest release, the sample heavy “Lovin’ On Me,” landed at the top of the Billboard Hot 100 chart for the week dated December 2. It serves as Harlow’s third No. 1 and his fifth overall entry. It initially debuted at No. 2 during the week of November 25, right behind Taylor Swift’s “Cruel Summer.”

In a post he shared to his personal Instagram account, Harlow thanked OZ, one of the producers of the record for stashing the beat away for him, in addition to seemingly hinting at the arrival of more new music.

“Warming up. More coming,” he wrote in the post caption.

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Jack Harlow’s latest achievement follows his recent performance blunder during an appearance at the recent Detroit Lions versus Green Bay Packers halftime show. In addition to drawing criticism for what fans determined was a “low budget” design, Harlow was crucified for bringing an unidentified hype man on stage with him. Watch the video of Harlow’s lackluster performance below.

Could JID Be Metro Boomin’s Next Partner In Crime?

By: Devon JeffersonCategory: Rumors

Following Metro Boomin’s collaborative projects with artists such as 21 Savage and Offset, the producer is rumored to be working on an album with JID.

It appears the speculation about the joint album was actually initiated by Metro Boomin on his recent Instagram Story post. “Always a good day when you got new @jidsv in the messages,” Metro wrote on a screenshot of a message thread with JID.

He didn’t stop there, though. It also appears he and Zaytoven may have a collaboration of some sort on the way, as well. “Always a good day when you got mail from @zaytoven,” Metro wrote. It’s worth noting that Metro appears to have sent at least four beats Zaytoven’s way judging by the exchange in their text thread.

While there’s currently no timeline on when JID and Metro will be rolling out their new material, fans are already clamoring for the collaboration in Twitter (X). One user wrote, “I need it before the end of the year, man,” while another user added “March 2024 you heard it here first.”

Check out the brief exchange between the pair below.

Fat Joe Swears Joey Crack Nickname Has Nothing To Do With Drugs

By: Justin IveyCategory: News

Fat Joe felt compelled to clarify the origin of his Joey Crack nickname on Monday (November 27). The Diggin’ in the Crates member gave fans a history lesson on social media, insisting his moniker was unrelated to crack cocaine.

“They call me Joey crack cause the crack of my ass show whenever I stand up girls in my hood gave me the name,” he wrote on X (formerly known as Twitter). “It was never because the drug crack God is great.”

Fat Joe’s comments provided a little levity a few days after he mourned the loss of Terror Squad’s Raul Conde. The multi-platinum-selling rapper was one of many artists who paid their respects to Conde last week.

“My Day 1 how can a man love another man more than your own biological family,” Fat Joe wrote on Instagram. “You are 1 of 1 the most loyal EVER. We did it since kids we did everything we dreamed of i love you with every fiber in my body. I thought we’d get old together and look back at the times we had and laugh. No one understood me like you, you were God sent my brother I wish I could get one last talk with you.”

View Fat Joe’s tribute to Conde below.

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Hit-Boy Traces His History With Nipsey Hussle & Connects For Posthumous Collab

By: Justin IveyCategory: Exclusives

Hit-Boy produced “Foundation,” a new J. Stone song featuring the late Nipsey Hussle. Prior to the track’s November 2023 release, the Grammy-winning producer reflected on working with Nipsey in an interview with AllHipHop’s Chuck Creekmur.

“Man, it was dope,” Hit-Boy said of collaborating with Nipsey. “He was locked in, dedicated. We had been working, man, since way back. I had a beat on Bullets Ain’t Got No Name Vol. 2, way back then – a song called ‘Thuggin’ with Boosie that I produced with the homie Chase N. Cashe. So, we had been tapped in.”

Beyond music, Hit-Boy appreciated how Nipsey showed genuine concern for the producer and his father Big Hit. The California native recalled their interactions and praised Nipsey’s skillset.

“He was around when my pops was out last in 2014,” Hit-Boy told AllHipHop. “He always had respect. Any time I would see Nipsey after Pops got locked up, first thing he would ask me, ‘How Big Hit doing? How Pops doing?’ You know what I mean? Just a solid individual. But he was a real music dude. Wrote good songs, could rap, could pick beats, had the whole package with it.”

Hit-Boy worked with Nipsey on the single “Racks in the Middle,” which turned out to late rapper’s last release as a lead artist. Nipsey was shot and killed a month after the song dropped in 2019.

Check out AllHipHop’s entire interview with Hit-Boy and his father Big Hit below.

Atlanta Falcons Celebrate Hip-Hop 50: See Photos Of The Star-Studded Event

By: Justin IveyCategory: News

The Atlanta Falcons hosted Ludacris, Big Boi, Jermaine Dupri, the surviving members of TLC, T.I. and many more for a celebration of Hip-Hop’s 50th anniversary. Ozone founder Julia Beverly provided AllHipHop with photos of the festivities, which were held at the NFL team’s game against the New Orleans Saints on Sunday (November 26).

Ludacris stole the show with a memorable performance of the hit single “Move B####.” The rapper/actor rappelled down from the rafters of the Mercedes-Benz Stadium for a viral moment, which racked up millions of views on social media.

Jeezy, Killer Mike, Bonecrusher, Quavo and Rich Homie Quan were just a few of the notable rappers in attendance for the Hip-Hop 50 event. The Atlanta Falcons also honored the late Takeoff and Lisa “Left Eye” Lopes at Sunday’s game.

The Hip-Hop community’s presence apparently helped the Atlanta Falcons as the team was able to defeat the rival New Orleans Saints. The Falcons won 24-15, improving their record to 5-6 as they seek a spot in the NFL Playoffs. The victory moved the Falcons into first place in the NFC South division with a tiebreaker over the Saints.

Check out the photos from Sunday’s Hip-Hop 50 extravaganza in Atlanta below.

André 3000’s Instrumental Flute Album Just Outsold Some Of Your Favorite Rappers

By: Kyle EusticeCategory: News

André 3000 shook up the internet earlier this month when he announced he was releasing an experimental jazz album—with ZERO rapping. And while the project, titled New Blue Sun, can’t be considered a huge commercial success, it still managed to outsell several popular rappers in its first week. According to Billboard, New Blue Sun moved 23,783 total album-equivalent units in its opening week, landing at No. 34. That’s more than Lil Durk’s Nightmare in the Trenches, which moved 10,853 units to hobble on the chart at No. 114.

And that’s just the beginning. 2023 has been dismal in terms of rap album sales—only four have hit the No. 1 spot—Travis Scott’s UTOPIA, Lil Uzi Vert’s The Pink Tape, Rod Wave’s Nostalgia and Drake’s For All The Dogs. Last week, Kodak Black’s latest, When I Was Dead, sold just 14,067 units to wind up at No. 74, while Larry June’s The Night Shift moved just under 11,000 to debut at No. 112. Trippie Redd’s Saint Michael fared even worse with 8,892 units to hit No. 161. Aesop Rock’s Integrated Tech Solutions, meanwhile, ended up at No. 169 with 8,801 units moved in its inaugural week.

Needless to say, it appears Hip-Hop fans are more curious about the enigmatic Outkast MC’s instrumental work than most rap these days.

André 3000, keenly aware of the pushback he’d receive delivering a bar-less album, named the first song of the project:  “I Swear, I Really Wanted To Make A ‘Rap’ Album But This Is Literally The Way The Wind Blew Me This Time.” He explained why he opted to release an all instrumental album in an interview with GQ, saying, “There’s this misconception that I just won’t do it. I think people feel like I’m sitting around on rap albums, or sitting around and I’m just not putting them out in that way. And no it’s not like that… In my mind, I really would like to make a rap album. So maybe that happens one day, but I got to find a way to say what I want to say in an interesting way that’s appealing to me at this age.”

Outkast fans at least heard a few bars from Three Stacks this year on Killer Mike’s “Scientists & Engineers” featuring Future and Eryn Allen Kane, which lives on the Michael album. Killer Mike was recently nominated for three Grammy Awards: Best Rap Album for Michael, Best Rap Song and Best Rap Performance for “Scientists & Engineers.”

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Young Thug Trial Off To Rocky Start: Judge Frustrated But Rejects Mistrial Bid

By: Justin IveyCategory: News

A Georgia judge denied Young Thug’s motion for a mistrial during opening statements in the YSL RICO trial on Monday (November 27). The embattled rapper’s attorney Brian Steel accused prosecutors of intentional misconduct, forcing Judge Ural Glanville to excuse jurors while the court sorted out the matter.

Steel said prosecutors never shared word slides used in their opening statements with the defense. One of the slides claimed Steel represented Young Thug’s co-defendant Rodalius Ryan. Prosecutors admitted it was an “inadvertent omission” to leave Steel’s name on the slide in their presentation.

Judge Glanville rejected Steel’s request for a mistrial but admonished prosecutors for not turning over the slides before the trial started. Monday’s interruption irritated the judge, who also chided Steel and Young Thug (a.k.a. Jeffery Williams).

“I’ve got a jury that’s out right now that’s being interrupted,” Judge Glanville said. “And Mr. Williams, you should’ve made your motion or should’ve told me about that an hour ago or when you found out about it, not hijack me at the bench about that. You did what you had to do, but I’m not happy about that. I’m not happy bout any of this because this is stuff we could take care of before our jury comes in. And that makes you all less in your ability as advocates and less in our ability for this jury to go ahead and get this case seamlessly. This is what I told you all was gonna happen.”

Young Thug is one of six defendants on trial in the YSL RICO case. The slow-moving trial began on Monday after a lengthy jury selection process, which commenced in January.

The YSL RICO trial is expected to take six to nine months. Young Thug has remained in jail since his 2022 arrest. He was denied bond several times in the lead-up to the trial.