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B.G. Flexes Gigantic “Rat In A Casket” Pendant Amid Snitching Allegations 

B.G. has adopted a new slogan with a chain and pendant to match after being accused of snitching against his former co-defendant. He took to Instagram live Thursday to show off his new ice, a gigantic pendant of a dead rat inside a casket.   

“My new little ice I had to pull out man,” he told his followers before reading the inscription. “Snitches lives don’t matter. That’s what that joint say.” 

He then opened and closed the casket on his custom piece, adding, “That’s the rat in the casket.” 

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B.G. addressed the snitching allegations during an interview with Pop Austin Media’s TTE Notti earlier this week.  

“At first, I was feeling some type of way,” B.G. explained. “But the n#### whose opinion matter reached out to me. ‘Cause I been paying attention to this internet, right? And this internet a fool, ya heard me? This s### a beast, ya heard me? You know the internet undefeated and truth don’t need no co-signer, you heard me?” 

However, the former Cash Money Records artist said he “talked to my real jail n#####” who assured he should ignore the accusations.  

“They like, ‘Man, listen. Man, don’t even pay that s### no mind. N##### just trying to use your light to shine to bring them out they darkness.’” B.G. added.  

Wack 100 was one of the people accusing B.G. of ratting, claiming the paperwork proved he snitched.  

Boosie Badazz spoke out in defence of B.G., prompting Wack 100 to threaten the Baton Rouge native. 

“When I see you, I’ma beat your ass,” Wack 100 said. “Straight up, n####, be ready. I hope B.G. the Rat Man was worth it. 

Boosie Badazz Concerned Over Son Tootie Raww’s Smoking: “He Gon Turn Into A Weed Plant” 

Boosie Badazz is letting the world know how concerned he is about his son Tootie Raww’s weed-smoking habits. 

The Baton Rouge rapper shared his worries during an Instagram Live stream Thursday morning (December 28). After enquiring about his whereabouts, Boosie learned Tootie Raww was outside in his car smoking.  

“He gon’ turn into a weed plant,” Boosie commented. “He a weed plant with shoes on. Everything revolves around smoking.” 

Although he admitted, “I was just like that, I can’t talk,” Boosie was determined to have a talk with Tootie Raww. 

He went outside to the car where his son was sitting and opened the door to see him engrossed in his phone with a blunt in his hand.  

“The first thing you do in the morning, huh?” Boosie said, startling Tootie Raww, who had failed to notice his dad. “I ain’t even see you right there,” Tootie replied before Boosie told him it was because he was so “loaded.” 

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Boosie previously shared his fears about Tootie Raww “crashing out” over rapper beef. The 20-year-old made headlines last month when he called out NBA YoungBoy and Kodak Black for not clearing his features.   

“I wouldn’t know what to do if my son get a murder charge,” the father of eight told his followers. “I gotta stop him from crashing out. Then it worry me more all them lil n##### around him clutching. It’s easy for something to happen.”  

Meanwhile, Boosie put family first during the holidays, icing out his relatives for Christmas and reuniting with his mom after a family feud.  

Halle Bailey Shows Off DDG’s Christmas Gifts At Anniversary Meal: “Daddy Iced Me Out” 

Days after enjoying a cozy Christmas together, Halle Bailey and DDG hit the town to celebrate their anniversary. 

The Little Mermaid star and her man went out for a romantic dinner Thursday night (December 28) to mark two years of their relationship. In a video shared on social media, Bailey showed off some of her Christmas gifts from DDG.  

“This is my anniversary fit,” she said in the video before showing off her festive haul. “Daddy iced me out,” she added as DDG panned the camera to reveal the goodies he bought her. 

In another adorable video, Halle Bailey showed fans a glimpse of their delectable desserts before showing love to DDG. “He is the real dessert,” she said, laughing before playfully squeezing his cheeks. 

The couple made their romance Instagram official in March 2022, with DDG posting a sweet birthday tribute to the singer. Since then, the pair have been a regular feature on each other’s social media, and fans speculate that they have started a family together. 

Pregnancy rumors began earlier this year when the singer was spotted with a rounded stomach. She then began hiding her midriff in photos and during public appearances, covering herself with a strategically placed bag or other objects.  

However, after the couple posted their Christmas memories on social media, fans became convinced the couple welcomed their first child together. Halle Bailey ditched the coverings and happily showed her entire body while cozying up to DDG in matching festive pajamas. 

T.I.’s 20 Years Of “Trap Muzik” Celebration: Daughter Heiress Steals The Show Performing “Live Your Life” 

T.I. was every inch the proud father as he was joined onstage by his seven-year-old daughter, Heiress Harris.  

The daddy and daughter duo lit up the stage at the Atlanta Symphony Hall Thursday night (December 28) for an event celebrating 20 Years of Trap Muzik

T.I. was accompanied by The Atlanta Pops Orchestra to perform a medley of hits from his 2003 seminal album. After delivering tracks including “Bone Crusher” and “Whatever You Like,” T.I. wowed the crowd with his surprise guest, introducing his little girl to perform “Live Your Life.” 

The audience went wild as Heiress appeared on stage to sing the hook before dancing along to her father rapping. Despite her tender years, the seven-year-old showed the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree, confidently commanding the stage.  

“You go girl,” mom Tiny yelled from the front row as Heiress and T.I. finished the song.  

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Over the past few years, Tiny has regularly shared updates of her daughter’s vocal practice on Instagram. The hard work paid off, and on Christmas Day, little Heiress released her first single, “What Does Christmas Mean To You.” 

Sharing a snippet of the festive single on Instagram, Tiny explained, “This is truly organic I had nothing to do with her loving to sing other than being her biggest inspiration.” 

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A day after her releasing her debut single, Heiress had a performance lined up. She stole the show, singing the national anthem at the Alabama State and USC game. 

“The mic was tripping but she held it down so professional like!” Tiny wrote on IG.

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Tay Spades – “The Face of Queens” (Album)

[New York, NY] Following a year marked by successful individual releases, Tay Spades aims to culminate 2023 with even greater impact through the official release of his debut album titled “The Face of Queens.” Delivering 10 compelling tracks, the New York-talent also calls for esteemed artists such as Sha Ek and Lady London as guest features.“The title is exactly what the album is… I’m here to claim I’m “The Face of Queens.” Its been a journey to say the least .. the highs and lows.. but its my story and I touch on it through-out the album. That’s also reflected in the artwork .. I’m smiling but my eyes are blacked out .. that’s the duality of Queens and what I represent!” – TAY

In succession to the LP’s arrival, Tay then followed up with the official video for the Sha Ek-assisted single, Schemin,” directed by BTK. This intense, high energy clip was exclusively premiered on WorldStarHipHop.

Now that this highly-anticipated project has arrived, it unequivocally solidifies Tay Spades as the definitive face of Queens.

So get familiar if you weren’t already and stream his debut album on your preferred DSP now!

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EXCLUSIVE: DJ Envy’s Former Business Partner Cesar Pina Trying To Duck Lawsuit

It looks like DJ Envy’s alleged former business partner, Cesar Pina is ducking the fade – with the victims in one of his ongoing real estate fraud lawsuits.

DJ Envy and Cesar Pina, also known as “Flipping NJ,” have faced a series of legal challenges stemming from allegations of the alleged scam. 

Their pair hosted seminars, which focused on buying properties to flip them for profit, luring multiple investors. However, these investors later claimed they were swindled out of considerable sums, with losses ranging from $100,000 to $5 million for a Miami-based musician.

The total amount scammed is estimated to be between at least $17 million and could be as high as $100 million.

Pina, who was arrested and charged with real estate fraud, is currently on house arrest. He has also denied the accusations, asserting that Envy was never involved in any questionable deals or partnerships.

DJ Envy has yet to be charged with a crime. Despite this, DJ Envy and Pina face nearly two dozen lawsuits related to the real estate flipping venture.

Now, a lawyer representing some of the victims is asking a judge to help locate Pina because he’s allegedly trying to avoid being served for this particular lawsuit. AllHipHop.com obtained an affidavit from one of the process servers, who claims he tried to serve Pina five different times at his house in New Jersey.

Process server David Spalding said he visited Pina’s house on 12/12/2023 at 11:44 AM, 12/13/2023 at 9:43 AM, 12/14/2023 at 10:45 AM, 12/15/2023 at 5:35 PM and 12/18/2023.

“There is a ringbell system. A dog is inside and a pick-up truck and/or a Mercedes SUV were always parked in the driveway. But on all attempts, no one ever answers the door. Unfortunately, I was unable to effectuate service,” Spalding explained. 

“On each occasion that service was attempted, the process server observed cars parked in the driveway, but no one answered the door,” Alexander Schachtel, Esq, who represents the victims, explained.

Now, the Plaintiffs must resort to alternative methods of service. They are asking a judge for permission to mail the complaint. 

DJ Envy and Pina ended up in a legal mess thanks to the seminars promoted by and conducted with Envy and Pina. During these events, they reportedly sought to identify individuals with significant financial resources to partner in real estate joint ventures. 

These ventures involved upfront capital contributions from investors promising to use these funds for property renovations to enhance resale values.

In April, the first victim publicly accused DJ Envy and Pina of defrauding them of hundreds of thousands of dollars. This allegation opened the floodgates of real estate hell, with many others coming forward on social media proclaiming similar experiences. 

The lawsuits accuse Envy and Pina of various violations, including fraud, breach of contract, negligent misrepresentation, and a civil RICO violation. 

DJ Envy has consistently denied involvement in fraudulent activities, claiming ignorance of Pina’s actions and emphasizing his financial losses in the process. 

Last week, a New Jersey judge threatened DJ Envy and Pina with arrest if he didn’t hand over all documents requested by a trustee overseeing the bankruptcy of one of Pina’s company called WhairHouse Real Estate Investments, which is registered to the same address as the residence the process server visited. 

Jeremiah Wrong Has a 3-Day Residency

Jeremiah Wrong will be having a virtual residency online sponsored by the national organization The Compassion Games. The Compassion Games are expecting 2 million viewers and participants around the nation and world. On January 12th, 2024 J Wrong will share his documentary and music video associated with his best selling book , “They Say I’m Still Not a Man”. On January 13th, 2024 J Wrong will be sharing a glimpse of his documentary film entitled “After King” and a world premiere for his new music video. 

On January 14th,  2024 J Wrong will be sharing a glimpse of his Muhammad Ali documentary entitled “The Greatest Day” along with another music video world premiere. Each day there will be discussion panels with community leaders around the country and world. Peter Hayes, the national director of the Compassion Games says that each year they observe 40 days of peace while observing Dr. King and Muhammad Ali’s birthday and they decided to reach out to J Wrong as a rap artist and filmmaker to make it a special event. J Wrong plans to donate to medically fragile children at a local hospital.

This can be viewed on https://www.compassiongames.org/ and also on Facebook and YouTube.

Tory Lanez & “That ’70s Show” Actor Danny Masterson Serving Time In Same Prison

Actor Danny Masterson is reportedly serving his 30-year sentence for rape at the same California prison as Tory Lanez.

On Thursday (December 28), The Messenger reported the convicted That ‘70s Show alum had been transferred to North Kern State Prison located in the city of Delano on December 27. Masterson had previously been held at the Men’s Central Jail in Los Angeles following his September arrest. Lanez was sentenced to 10 years in prison in August for allegedly shooting Megan Thee Stallion and is currently housed at the same facility in Delano.

According to the Level IV prison’s website, the 600-acre facility offers inmates countless opportunities to earn specializations in programs such as automotive service and Microsoft Office. There are also substance abuse rehabilitation services and legal resources along with a library.

Masterson was sentenced to 30 years in prison in September after being convicted for rape. Masterson was found guilty on two counts of forcible rape in June, though he was also originally charged with a third count in connection to allegations that he raped his former girlfriend in 2001. Lanez has already filed a petition to vacate his 10-year sentence in light of a recent statement from his driver, alongside other factors, including “childhood trauma” and a possible discriminatory deportation. 

Kanye West Trends After Amber Rose & Chris Rock Paparazzi Photos Hit The Net

Kanye West is catching strays amid the swirling dating rumors surrounding Amber Rose and Chris Rock—and it’s sort of a full circle moment.

In case you missed it, Rock and Rose were recently spotted together on a stroll in New York over the Christmas holiday. Both appeared to be without their children and enjoying each other’s company on their short stroll before they reportedly returned to Rock’s apartment. And of course, before fans could even get a chance to speculate on whether the pair are actually romantically involved, incoming Kanye West comparisons threatened to foil everything.

The majority of the discourse connecting all three is Rock’s obvious involvement in West’s 2010 album My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy for what is believed to be the Rose-disparaging diss track, “Blame Game.” Twitter (X) users have been clamoring about the irony of it all pretty much since the paparazzi pics dropped.

“Blame Game skit playing out in real life is crazy,” one user wrote while another remarked, “Blame Game the funniest song of all time now.”

Multiple users also utilized the opportunity to re-purpose Rock’s infamous “re-upholstered your p###y” remarks from the record in their retorts on Twitter.

“He foreshadowed this 13 years ago,” a user wrote.

Peep all of the hilarious quoted tweets from the couple’s stroll through New York here.

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In Remembrance Of Doe B; T.I.’s Artist That Was Tragically Killed 10 Years Ago

A young rapper named Doe B was reared in the heart of Alabama, specifically Montgomery. Born in “The Gump,” he possessed a raw talent that would ultimately leave an indelible mark on the world of Hip-Hop. Unfortunately, he was taken from his family, friends and fans 10 years ago today.

Doe B’s rough-n-tumble journey into the world of music was a testament to his grit and determination. Growing up in The Gump, was plagued by adversity. He used music temporarily as an escape. He began to craft lyrics that spoke of his life, his dreams, and the struggles he faced.

His first mixtape, “Definition of a Trapper,” made waves locally with a cast of characters like Bao Pham aka Classic, Writers 6 Mile JP, 808 Mafia, Big Hulk, Boston George and others. But his collaboration with T.I.’s Grand Hustle Records truly propelled him to stardom. Doe B’s distinctive Southern drawl and charismatic presence immediately caught the industry’s attention. Songs like “Let Me Find Out” and “2 Many” showcased his lyrical prowess and unique storytelling ability, earning him respect far beyond the boundaries of Alabama.

Doe B’s journey was not without its challenges. He faced adversity in the streets and the music industry, but he remained steadfast in his pursuit of success. When he was shot in the face, losing his sight in one eye, he immediately went on a tear releasing more music. He used his experiences to fuel his creativity, often rapping about the harsh realities of life in the South while maintaining a sense of hope that resonated with his fans. He even performed at AllHipHop’s 15th Anniversary event with Ghostface Killah and Raekwon as a sign he was going far.

Tragically, Doe B‘s promising career was cut short on December 28, 2013 – 10 years today – when he was shot and killed at a nightclub in Montgomery. It was T.I. who broke the awful news on social media. His passing sent shockwaves throughout the Hip-Hop community and left a void that will never be filled.

Doe B’s legacy lives on. His music continues even though he is not here in the physical form. His life is a reminder that dreams can be realized. His story serves as a testament to the power of talent, determination, and the enduring impact that artists can have on their communities. He is also a cautionary tale about the streets and staying wary of those who would rather one die than see those dreams come to life.

Alabama and AllHipHop will forever remember Doe B as a son who rose from humble beginnings to become a real voice in Hip-Hop. His memory lives on and he will never be forgotten.

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Mecca with Doe B at SOBs in New York City

Producer Bao Pham talks his relationship with Doe B and the music they created.

Consequence Demands Apology From Kanye West Over “Slap In The Face”

Kanye West’s longtime collaborator Consequence wanted an apology from the controversial artist. Consequence aired out his frustrations with Ye in an Instagram post on Thursday (December 28).

“I have always lent my love, support and expertise to YE since ConMan Productions circa 2002,” Consequence wrote. “So @kanyewest NEVER again say in public or to others in private that you are ALONE. That’s the biggest SLAP IN THE FACE you could give to your TEAM.”

He continued, “Guys like me, Don C, Monop, GL, Doe, IBN, Arrow and even Virgil (RIP) have given you big portions of our Adult lives so that we could all be ‘The Bulls.’ But we didn’t help you become Jordan so you could turn into Jerry Krause and start playing 3D Musical chairs wit da bros!!! You can be the one with the Money. And even the Power. But I will always need my RESPECT. If you can apologize to the Jewish community in Hebrew… Then maybe you should apologize to a few of your guys in English.”

Earlier this week, Kanye issued an apology for his antisemitic remarks. The message was written in Hebrew.

“I sincerely apologize to the Jewish community for my unplanned outburst caused by my words or actions, it was not my intention to hurt or disrespect, and I deeply regret any pain I may have caused,” he wrote. “I am committed to starting with myself and learning from this experience to ensure greater sensitivity and understanding in the future. Your forgiveness is important to me, and I am committed to making amends and promoting unity.”

The apology received a mixed reaction. The Anti-Defamation League considered it a positive start if Kanye continued the “long journey” of making amends for his antisemitism. The American Jewish Committee criticized the apology for being inaccessible and expressed concerns about it simply being a ploy for attention.

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Lil Wayne Recalls Staggering Amount Of Fan Letters He Received In Jail

Lil Wayne’s 2010 jail stint helped him better understand the impact he had on his fans. The prolific rapper reflected on his time behind bars during an appearance on Joel Madden’s Artist Friendly podcast. Weezy mentioned the enormous amount of fan letters he received in jail and how the outpouring of support truly showed him what his music meant to people.

“I was able to see that through letters when I was locked up,” he told Madden. “I got locked up at the height of my career. Those letters that came in and it was so—just by the amount, plain and simple. Me and the prison, we had to form a process to where you only could get—we’ll give you the mail on a Tuesday and we gotta give it back to your people or something because it would be a fire hazard in my cell. It was over 10,000 [letters] a day.”

Lil Wayne noted how his confinement created a focus on his fans that did not exist when he was a free man. He said the letters provided him with a more personal connection to his fans as opposed to a passing interaction in public.

“I’m sitting the cell, I ain’t got nowhere to go,” he said. “You’re not catching me walking to a stage or walking off a stage or walking in the mall … I can’t do nothing but sit here and read this letter and pay attention. And one thing about writing a letter, that’s one of the purest forms of showing whatever it is, your expression.”

Lil Wayne spent eight months in the Rikers Island jail after pleading guilty to a felony gun charge. He was released in November 2010. Weezy pleaded guilty to another gun charge in 2020, but former President Donald Trump pardoned the New Orleans native in 2021.

NBA YoungBoy Reveals Rehab Stint & New Vices As He Awaits Trial

NBA YoungBoy believed there were misconceptions about his drug use. The Motown Records artist said he spent time in rehab and mentioned his current alternatives to drugs in an interview with Bootleg Kev published on Thursday (December 28).

“I went to rehab for a weekend recently,” NBA Youngboy told Kev. “I still get an image that I do a lot of drugs. So, I kind of get that thrown in my face like, ‘Oh, this taking over his mind,’ or something at the same time … And now I’m kind of taking on just therapy from now on.”

He added, “I’ve been doing a lot of rich sipping and smoking these nasty ass cigarettes … They’ve been tearing my ass up though, man. I wanna stop smoking them so bad.”

The rare interview with YoungBoy was conducted in Utah where he remains on house arrest. A Louisiana judge partially granted his request for fewer restrictions on house arrest, allowing him to seek medical help for his mental health. But the judge rejected the rapper’s bid for more freedom to travel to recording studios.

“The conditions imposed on [YoungBoy’s] pretrial release are designed to reasonably assure the safety of both [YoungBoy] and others,” the judge wrote in her ruling. “[YoungBoy] states he ‘does not want to burden this Honorable Court with each employment-related request,’ but given the vague bounds of the request, and in light of the history of violence aimed at [YoungBoy] and those around him, the Court is more troubled by the threat that the proposed modification imposes on [YoungBoy’s] safety. [YoungBoy] can continue to seek Court-approval of such activities until the trial of this matter begins on the date recently chosen by the parties.”

YoungBoy awaits trial in a federal gun case. It is scheduled to start in July 2024.

Boosie Badazz Laughs Off Wack 100’s Threats While Issuing Clear Warning

Boosie Badazz showed no concern over Wack 100 threatening to beat up the Baton Rouge-bred rapper. The outspoken artist downplayed any potential danger while speaking to fans on Instagram Live.

“I ain’t worried about nobody,” Boosie said. “I don’t even go no opps. I don’t even go no opps no more. I’m in a city where everybody love me. Well, not everybody. I mean, I don’t got no problem nowhere I go. I ain’t in no beef with no n#####. Life is great.”

Boosie grinned while discussing his comfortable status before warning viewers of what happens when he truly has beef with someone.

“When I got opps, it’s bad for a lot of people,” he said. “It’s not gonna be a good day … N##### don’t want to turn me into no maniac.”

The issues between Boosie and Wack 100 emerged in connection to snitching allegations. Boosie defended B.G. and called Wack 100 a clown after Wack 100 accused B.G. of being a snitch. Wack 100 claimed he would attack Boosie the next time they saw each other in person.

“When I see you, I’ma beat your ass,” Wack 100 said. “Straight up, n####, be ready. I hope B.G. the rat man was worth it. When I see you, we crashing, n####. That’s a fact. Whatever with you, it was what it is. Let me catch your ass. You better watch them bookings, n####. I will book your ass somewhere boy and violate you, n####. These little n##### be talking. This little n#### swear, he 118 pounds, bro. N##### like this, I just slap the f### out of n##### like this, bro.”

Wack 100 and others claimed B.G. snitched by testifying against a man named Kentrell Washington. B.G. brushed off the allegations. This past September, he was released from prison after serving more than a decade behind bars.

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TDE President Punch Calls Viral Rap Album Of The Year List “Utterly Shameful”

Top Dawg Entertainment (TDE) President Punch is evidently not pleased with the artists nominated for rap album of the year in one of the first year-end lists to surface.

While it’s unclear what reason, and/or exactly which artist Punch has an issue with, one dead giveaway reason could be the fact that not a single TDE artist holds a spot on the 10-slot list. He jumped on Twitter to both voice his disapproval of the list and vent about his frustrations.

“This list is utterly shameful and a miscarriage of justice!! [crying laughing emoji],” Punch wrote.

There’s a pretty diverse range of artists and projects featured throughout the list, including Killer Mike’s Grammy-nominated solo album, Michael, and Nas and Hit-Boy’s Magic 3 album. There are also trap rappers such as Yo Gotti and Key Glock, whose I Showed You So and Glockoma 2 projects made the list.

In more ways than one, it’s easy to see why Punch wouldn’t necessarily be keen on the inclusion of Jack Harlow’s Jackman effort, but it’s mind-boggling to think he wouldn’t enjoy Larry Jun and The Alchemist’s joint LP. This is either a major case of misunderstanding or sign that the standards at TDE are immeasurably high, which isn’t hard to believe.

Check out the full list of projects on the RAOTY list below.

Missy Elliott Praises Queen Latifah At 46th Kennedy Center Honors [VIDEO]

Queen Latifah is one of the most celebrated Hip-Hop stars of all time. The recording artist/actress became the first female rapper to earn recognition at the Kennedy Center Honors.

This year’s Kennedy Center Honors ceremony occurred at the Kennedy Center Opera House in Washington, DC on December 3. CBS aired the program on Wednesday (December 27).

Queen Latifah joined Billy Crystal, Renée Fleming, Barry Gibb and Dionne Warwick as 2024 honorees. Fellow Hip-Hop icon Missy Elliott gave a speech praising Latifah at the show.

Missy Elliott Applauds Queen Latifah For Being Unapologetic

“I want to tell y’all a little backstory. I was coming home from high school and I used to watch a lot of videos and I happened to see this young woman rapping, but what caught my attention was her clothes because she had on an African print, the African medallion. And I kept hearing her say, ‘Oh, ladies first, ladies first,’ over and over and over again,” Missy Elliott told the Kennedy Center audience.

Elliott then added, “I sat there and I was like, ‘Wow, she’s saying that during a time that we kept hearing it’s a man’s world.’ She was saying this unapologetically, changing the narrative right there. Something that I was so accustomed to hearing but now I’m hearing, ‘ladies first.'”

Queen Latifah put out the “Ladies First” single featuring Monie Love in 1989. The track lives on the New Jersey native’s All Hail the Queen studio album. “Ladies First” peaked at No. 5 on Billboard‘s Hot Rap Songs chart.

“Then I said, ‘Who is this girl?’ And I looked at the bottom of the screen and it said Queen Latifah. Not Latifah, but Queen Latifah,” Missy Elliott recalled.

She also added, “That only said to me that she was saying, ‘You will respect me… I will be a leader, I will be a provider, I will be an inspiration to many, I will be the blueprint to success, I won’t be just a part of the culture, I’ll be royalty to the culture. I won’t set the bar, I am the bar.'”

MC Lyte & Monie Love Pay Tribute To The Queen

Queen Latifah’s music catalog contains rap LPs like 1989’s All Hail the Queen and 1993’s Black Reign. She also released the jazz projects The Dana Owens Album in 2004 and Trav’lin’ Light in 2007. Latifah’s classic song “U.N.I.T.Y.” won a Grammy Award in 1995 for Best Rap Solo Performance.

In addition, Latifah scored a Best Supporting Actress Academy Award nomination for her performance in Chicago. Her list of career accolades also consists of a Golden Globe Award, a Primetime Emmy Award and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

MC Lyte, Monie Love, and D-Nice paid tribute to Queen Latifah at the Kennedy Center Honors. The three Hip-Hop representatives performed a rendition of “Ladies First.” President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden were also in attendance at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts.

 

Kanye West’s Apology To The Jewish Community Blasted By Peter Rosenberg

Kanye West decided to end 2023 by posting an apologetic message to the Jewish community after making numerous anti-semitic remarks. One famous Jewish American does not believe Ye’s mea culpa is sincere.

Peter Rosenberg spoke with TMZ about Kanye West’s apology. The Hot 97 radio host suggested West needed to make amends so his upcoming Vultures album with Ty Dolla $ign could be finalized.

“I thought, ‘I wonder what the sample is that Kanye needs to try to clear before Friday.’ We all know Kanye notoriously is late with handling album stuff,” Peter Rosenberg theorized.

Rosenberg also said, “I just wonder whether there was something getting held up. And someone said, ‘Hey, this sample does not get cleared if he does not issue an apology.’ Like you guys said, he just goes on chat GPT and boom we get a quote apology.”

On December 26, Kanye West posted a message written in Hebrew directed at members of the Jewish faith. The social media statement included Ye claiming he did not intend to “hurt or disrespect” anyone. West also stated he plans to gain “greater sensitivity and understanding” from the ordeal.

“No, of course not, absolutely not. No part of me believes this apology,” Peter Rosenberg responded when asked if he buys Ye’s expression of regret. The WWE talking head also blasted Kanye West for writing his apology in Hebrew.

Rosenberg said, “I totally agree by the way that the Hebrew part was like so, either intentionally or unintentionally, offensive. As if American Jews can just read Hebrew without vowels. Like bro, it’s just another offensive thing here.”

Additionally, Peter Rosenberg brought up Kanye West’s repeated adoration of Nazi leader Adolf Hitler. Rosenberg also implied Ye did not write the apology because it came off as “inauthentic.”

LL Cool J & Cardi B To Perform On “New Year’s Rockin’ Eve” TV Special

LL Cool J will help celebrate the new year as part of Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2024. Cardi B will also perform on the televised broadcast.

ABC and Dick Clark Productions tapped LL to hit the stage in New York City’s Time Square around midnight on NYE. Cardi will present her set from Florida’s Fontainebleau Miami Beach hotel.

LL Cool J, along with DJ Z-Trip, will run through a medley of the rapper’s classic records. The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee’s catalog includes hits like “Mama Said Knock You Out” and “Doin’ It.”

Grammy Award winner Cardi B will provide a poolside performance outside the Fontainebleau. Her discography contains the diamond-certified songs “Bodak Yellow” and “I Like It.”

In addition to LL and Cardi, New Year’s Rockin’ Eve will feature other musicians such as Megan Thee Stallion, Post Malone, Ludacris, Janelle Monáe, Tyla and Doechii.

The Ryan Seacrest-hosted celebration will also present comedic show segments. Stand-up comedians Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias, Matt Friend, Ms. Pat and Sebastian Maniscalco are part of the show as well.

Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2024 airs December 31 on ABC beginning at 8 pm ET.

Key Glock Reacts To Death Of “Glock” Engineer & Creator Gaston Glock

Key Glock is mourning the death of the engineer and founder of the Glock firearm company.

On Wednesday (December 27), the Paper Route Empire (PRE) rapper appeared to react on Twitter after uncovering the news about famed engineer Gaston Glock’s death. In a quoted reply to a tweet breaking the news, Glock offered his condolences with a short message of endearing respect.

“RIP UNK,” Glock wrote in the tweet.

Though he’s never been specific about the direct origins of his name, he has mentioned on several occasions that it was a nickname that was given to him in the streets of Memphis. Additionally, he’s maintained the Glock branding throughout the entirety of his discography thus far, including fan-favorite mixtapes such as Glock Season along with his recent Glockma 2 album over the years.

Check out a vintage interview of Glock speaking on the origins of his name in 2017 below.

Cam’ron Talks Shooting His Shot At Halle Berry Before Becoming Famous

Cam’ron recently stopped by All The Smoke with Matt Barnes and Stephen Jackson. In addition to discussing sports and Hip-Hop on the show, the Harlem native also talked about an encounter with Hollywood legend Halle Berry in Los Angeles.

“I’m at the ATM and n##### is like, ‘Yo, that’s Halle Berry next to you!’ I ain’t got no haircut, I got no shirt on. I’m like, ‘Yo, let me talk to you real quick.’” Cam’ron said.

The Diplomats leader continued, “She’s like, ‘No, no, no, no, no, no. You have to relax.’ I’m like, ‘Hear me out, hear me out.’ So she’s walking to her car mad fast and I’m following her and I had a cassette tape.”

“So she rolled her window down this much. There was a n#### in the passenger seat laid back. I slid the s### through there and gave her my promotional tape,” Cam’ron stated.

Additionally, Cam went on to say he ran into actor Larenz Tate at the American Music Awards six years after his face-to-face with Halle Berry. The Menace II Society star shared some interesting information with the “Oh Boy” hitmaker.

“Larenz Tate was like, ‘Yo, my n####, I f### with you. You’re one of my favorites. You my n####, for years. You know that was me in the passenger seat with Halle when you slid that joint in there.’ I said, ‘That was you my n####?'” Cam’ron told Matt Barnes and Stephen Jackson.