Drake is attempting to get out of being deposed in the ongoing XXXTENTACION murder trial. According to a YouTube video posted by Law & Crime, Drake’s attorney Bradford Cohen filed a motion asking the judge to toss the subpoena, pointing out a “lack of foundation.”
Defense attorney Mauricio Padilla, who represents suspect Dedrick Williams, sent Drake a Zoom link for the deposition without sealing it. Days later, Padilla filed a notice with the court but failed to include details on how the Zoom interview would be conducted. Subsequently, Cohen claims the subpoena was “procedurally defective.”
Drake also claims his name never appeared in the investigative files. Therefore, he believes it’s clear he doesn’t have any relevant knowledge about the case. He says the deposition request is an attempt to “add more layers of celebrity and notoriety to a tragic and unfortunate event.”
A judge originally ruled Drake wouldn’t have to sit for a deposition, but Padilla convinced him to reconsider. Drake was scheduled to be deposed on January 27 but failed to appear. Last week, the judge decided he must sit for the deposition on February 24 via Zoom. If he ends up skipping that date, he’ll have to appear in court on February 27 or face contempt charges.
XXXTENTACION and Drake started beefing over the former’s claim Drake bit his style. Four months before his June 2018 murder, X posted an Instagram Story that read: “IF ANYONE TRIES TO KILL ME IT WAS @champagnepapi.” X ultimately deleted the post and claimed he was hacked.
Even so, Padilla is making the connection known to the court and wants Drake to answer a few questions. The judge has yet to make the final ruling.
JoJo Hailey, co-founder of Jodeci, has been open up his health struggles, but a recent appearance sparked concern. Jodeci performed at the Theater at MGM National Harbor over the weekend. During the performance of Stevie Wonder’s “Lately,” Hailey made a rare appearance with K-Ci.
Clips of the video have been circulating on social media, with the two singing their hit single and K-Ci saying to K-Ci, “You got this,” after telling fans to give some love to the ’90s R&B staple. One outlet, however, suggested he had a stroke.
Dressed in all black, JoJo Hailey stood before the crowd with his handlers. One stood over him fanning him, as another helped support him standing. Fans quickly noticed something was wrong.
“Was on my Jodeci,” one tweeted. “S### last night Jojo was clearly not ready to perform. I won’t speculate. Prayers up to him.”
It didn’t take away greatly from the experience. Nostalgia still reigned for many of the fans.
“Literally waited 27 years to see Jodeci in concert,” The Great Ghan D wrote. “When i tell y’all I’m the 5th member of Jodeci I’m not lying.. me & my pops was in the crowd like we were k-ci & jojo going word for word.”
One fan left a review on Bands in Town, writing, “Now anyone who truly knows me, knows I’ve been a Jodeci fan, since their first album…specifically “Gotta Love” the single; and they know that K-Ci was/is my fave because of his voice. Soooo, I went to the Jodeci Concert last night and had such an amazing time! K-Ci still got it, and didn’t miss a beat or a note (I wouldn’t have expected anything less).”
“Mr. Dalvin had soooo much energy and it was truly awesome; he had enough hype in him for the entire audience. I really enjoyed K-Ci and Dalvin’s energy they had for the audience; they truly gave an awesome show,” the person continued.
In Estrelita’s review, she shared, “Jo-Jo wasn’t feeling well, but he was there and did attempt to give the fans what they came for…but health before wealth…we all need to take care of self, before worrying about minute things in life. Nevertheless, I had a ball.”
The Great Yarmouth bomb, which authorities attribute to World War II, exploded on Friday, Feb. 10.
The detonation, officials say, was “unplanned.”
The 550 pounds explosive was found on Tuesday, Feb. 7 by a British contractor working in the River Yare, according to a news release. When the team tried to work to disarm the active bomb, someone zigged when they should have zagged, causing a massive explosion.
Norfolk Police released a video of the frightening occurrence on Twitter.
“The unexploded bomb in #GreatYarmouth detonated earlier during work to disarm it. Our drone captured the moment. We can confirm that no one was injured. Public safety has been at the heart of our decision-making all the way through this operation, which we know has been lengthy,” law enforcement wrote.
The unexploded bomb in #GreatYarmouth detonated earlier during work to disarm it. Our drone captured the moment. We can confirm that no one was injured. Public safety has been at the heart of our decision making all the way through this operation, which we know has been lengthy. pic.twitter.com/9SaeYmHkrb
“This has been an unsettling time for many people, most of all for those who were evacuated from their homes … While it may have been slow, yesterday afternoon’s events show why it was so important to take all necessary measures to minimize any risk to the public,” Great Yarmouth Borough Council Chief Executive SheilaOxtoby said, according to the news release.
Adding, “… I’d like to thank everyone involved for bringing this to a safe conclusion and we will continue to help those residents displaced.”
Authorities maintain the area is safe and no human lives were compromised.
In the latest episode of why “Critical Race Theory” should be taught in school, one of ESPN’s top analysts steps up during Black History Month and says something ignorant.
Super Bowl LVII was a historic game where for the first time in an NFL championship game, two Black quarterbacks, Patrick Mahomes, and Jalen Hurts started for their respective teams. That could have been the BHM moment. It could have stopped there.
But Berman placed an extra spin.
He said, “Two African American quarterbacks starting against each other in the Super Bowl for the first time. Fittingly, February 12th is Abe Lincoln’s birthday. Here we go with the highlights in case you missed it.”
"Also, of course, two African American quarterbacks starting against each other in the Super Bowl for the first time. Fittingly, February 12th is Abe Lincoln's birthday."- Chris Berman pic.twitter.com/J1BuWQTepH
“Well I guess “we’s done overcome” Abe Lincoln would be proud… FK OUTTA HERE!”
“Y’all out here complaining about Rihanna’s halftime performance & the ref calling an obvious holding penalty when the biggest disrespect of the #SuperBowl was #ChrisBerman referencing Abraham Lincoln’s birthday with 2 Black QBs playing in the Super Bowl. What in the hell?”
Y’all out here complaining about Rihanna’s halftime performance & the ref calling an obvious holding penalty when the biggest disrespect of the #SuperBowl was #ChrisBerman referencing Abraham Lincoln’s birthday with 2 Black QBs playing in the Super Bowl. What in the hell?
The average poorly informed Lincoln celebrant might see what he was saying because the 16th president issued the Emancipation Proclamation, which declared enslaved people in the states “in rebellion” to be free during the Civil War.
Lincoln also had a hand in pushing the 13th Amendment, which abolished slavery.
However, if he didn’t have to, he would not have sided with abolitionist. History shows, Honest Abe made the declarations as a political move— even if he understood the principles of it were right.
According to Loc.gov, “Lincoln approved of emancipation as a war measure,” and “postponed executive action against slavery until he believed he had both the legal authority to do so and broader support from the American public.”
“If I could save the Union without freeing any slave, I would do it,” Lincoln said on August 22, 1862, in a letter to American journalist and former New York Tribune editor, Horace Greeley.
The full quote says, “My paramount object in this struggle is to save the Union, and is not either to save or to destroy slavery. If I could save the union without freeing any slaves I would do it, and if I could save it by freeing all the slaves I would do it; and if I could save it by freeing some and leaving others alone I would also do that.”
The actual letter can be pulled up on the Library of Congress website (here).
On Wednesday, Feb. 1, the first day of Black History Month, Beyoncé announced her Renaissance World Tour, a concert series set to start during the summer of 2023.
Tickets for the concerts start in the hundreds and go up in some places into the thousands, according to Ticketmaster, prices that stung many in the Beyhive.
Many … but not all.
Twitter user@shizzyshane215, whose real name is Shane Bernard, has been saving for this day for at least five years, tweeting, “I’ve been saving $20 a paycheck for Beyonce tickets since 2018 after I saw her at Coachella. I knew this day would come 😭 Shoutout to @allyfinancial for their “saving buckets” feature.”
Ive been saving $20 a paycheck for Beyonce tickets since 2018 after I saw her at Coachella. I knew this day would come 😭 Shoutout to @allyfinancial for their “saving buckets” feature. pic.twitter.com/uj3Z1krfni
— shizzy shane (insert blue check here) (@shizzyshane215) February 1, 2023
According to Afrotech, he said, “I remember her for the first time at Coachella in 2018 on stage backed by a full HBCU marching band and dance team and saying to myself, ‘I will be at the next solo tour.’ From there, I created a bucket in my savings account specifically labeled ‘Beyoncé Tickets.’”
Bernard explained, “A percentage of each one of my paychecks would go directly into my savings account, and out of that amount, $20 would go in a ‘Beyoncé [Tickets]’ bucket.”
“I then forgot about it over the course of the next five years until she announced her Renaissance World Tour,” he continued. “I initially created it because I was proud of myself for setting a goal, being disciplined in contributing toward it, and being prepared when the moment finally arrived.”
The tweet went viral and the most amazing thing happened, Ally Financials’ social media team got wind of it and rewarded him for the free promotion.
A couple of days after his tweet, he posted, “UPDATE: They cut the check. Happy Friday!”
— shizzy shane (insert blue check here) (@shizzyshane215) February 3, 2023
Bernard shared a private exchange from Ally that said, “Thanks! As a special thank you for being a loyal customer— check your Online Savings Account for a little surprise. You can’t go to a concert and not buy some swag!”
Ally Financials confirmed the exchange was real.
“This is exactly what our savings buckets were designed to do. We’re thrilled that with the help of our tools and rates, Shane is on his way to the Beyoncé concert,” a spokesperson from Ally Financials shared.
“We topped off his savings bucket with an extra $500 to help him level up his experience,” the statement continued. “Ally customers like Shane who use these tools are saving two times more than those who don’t. We hope Shane’s friends and followers take note! There’s nothing we love more than helping people reach their money goals.”
The relationship between cannabis and music is a complex and intertwined one, with the two having a profound impact on each other and on society as a whole. Music has long served as a source of inspiration and escapism, while cannabis has been used as a tool for creativity, relaxation, and medicine. Together, they have the power to shape and influence cultural attitudes, break down barriers, and bring people together. This article will explore the deep connection between cannabis and music, examining how they have shaped each other and how their combined influence has changed the world. But first, let’s clarify what cannabis actually is.
What is Cannabis?
Cannabis is a plant species that contains compounds known as cannabinoids, which can produce psychoactive effects when consumed. There are two main strains of cannabis: marijuana and hemp. The former is used for recreational and medicinal purposes due to its high levels of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the compound responsible for the plant’s psychoactive effects. The latter, on the other hand, is primarily used for industrial purposes due to its low THC levels.
Cannabis can be consumed in a variety of ways, including smoking, vaporizing, edibles, tinctures, and topical applications. One of the most common methods of consumption is smoking, which can be done with rolling papers, pipes, or water bongs. To make the smoking process smoother and more efficient, many people use grinders, such as the Sharpstone usa grinder, to break down the dried cannabis flowers into smaller pieces. This helps to increase the surface area exposed to heat, leading to a more thorough and efficient combustion.
The Cultural Significance of Cannabis and Music
Cannabis has been used for both medicinal and recreational purposes for centuries, and its cultural significance has only grown over time. From the countercultural movements of the 1960s to the legalization efforts of recent years, cannabis has played a prominent role in shaping the cultural discourse. Similarly, music has also had a profound impact on society, serving as a vehicle for self-expression and social commentary. When combined, cannabis and music have the power to create a unique and powerful experience, one that has the ability to bring people together and inspire change.
The Enhancing Effects of Cannabis and Music
One of the key ways in which cannabis and music have a special relationship is the way that they interact with one another. When used together, cannabis has been shown to enhance the effects of music, creating a more immersive and emotional experience. This is due to the way that the chemicals in cannabis interact with the brain, increasing sensitivity to sensory stimulation and altering perception. As a result, music can take on a new dimension when combined with cannabis, allowing listeners to connect with the sounds in a more profound and meaningful way.
The Role of Music in the Cannabis Experience
Music has also played a critical role in shaping the experience of using cannabis. From the early days of jazz and blues to the psychedelic rock of the 1960s and beyond, music has been an integral part of the cannabis culture. Whether it’s the soothing sounds of reggae or the energetic beats of hip-hop, music has the power to set the tone for a cannabis session, helping to create a mood and atmosphere that enhances the effects of the plant.
Jazz and Marijuana: A Cultural Connection
Jazz and marijuana have a long and storied relationship that dates back to the early 20th century. During the Harlem Renaissance, jazz musicians were among the first to embrace marijuana as a creative tool, using it to enhance their performances and to explore new musical ideas. Over the years, jazz and marijuana have become closely associated with one another, forming a unique cultural connection that has had a lasting impact on both the music and the marijuana industries.
Country music and marijuana: A Complex Connection
Country music and marijuana have had a complicated relationship, with varying views among country musicians and fans. While some country musicians have embraced the use of marijuana and incorporated it into their lyrics and lifestyles, others have opposed it and remained more conservative in their views.
Blues and Marijuana
Marijuana has played an essential role in the blues, helping to shape the sound, lyrics, and attitudes of the genre. Many blues musicians have written songs about the plant, often using it as a symbol of freedom, rebellion, and escape from the difficulties of everyday life.
Summing Up
The relationship between cannabis and music is one that has had a profound impact on society. From enhancing the effects of both the plant and the sounds to shaping the cultural discourse and setting the tone for a cannabis session, these two cultural forces have the power to bring people together and inspire change. Whether you’re a fan of hip-hop, reggae, or any other genre, there’s no denying the power of cannabis and music to create a truly unforgettable experience.
Amid all kinds of battle rap league wars, two of the top leagues in the world came together to celebrate the life of Pat Stay with an epic fundraiser for the slain MC’s family.
The Ultimate Rap League has lent talent to King of the Dot’s effort to honor the life and times of the Sucker Free Boss, who died in 2022 after being fatally stabbed in Canada.
KOTD & The Battle Rap Community presents “Stay Forever: A Pat Stay Memorial Fundraiser Event” in Toronto on February 25 and 26.
The caption states, “Some of the most high profile battle rap artists in the world will compete to raise money for the Stay family and honour the life of Pat, former KOTD champion and battle rap legend,” coupled with the hashtags #LLPS (Long Live Pat Stay).
Stay was a Canadian native and got was a staple at KOTD, the main league where he cut his teeth and achieved his international success garnering praise from the likes of Drake, Eminem and millions of fans all over.
The card is stacked with battles like Dumbfounded vs. Rone, Hollow da Done vs. Charron, Real Sikh and Lu Castro vs. DNA and Charlie Clips (noticeably artists traditionally working with URL), The Saurus vs. Kid Twist and Madflex vs. Mike P.
In a rare but powerful move of solidarity, URL posted the event on its social media. No branding. No signage. No clout.
Fans noticed, writing on the URL post, “Can’t copy respect. Posted kotd,” “Shoutout URL & KOTD for promoting each other for this card. Pat would be proud” and “That’s love all around!”
On the KOTD post, they wrote, “I’m trying not to get emotional but I can’t control it!! It’s for Pat!!! Let’s GOOOO,” and “I respek y’all so much for this. Blessings to all y’all.”
The plan is to raise millions for his partner and their two children.
“EPIC FAIL: Rihanna gave, without question, the single worst Halftime Show in Super Bowl history,” wrote Trump on his Truth Social platform. The twice-impeached POTUS also suggested the 9-time Grammy winner needs a new stylist.
Florida-bred rapper Bill “Kodak Black” Kapri was inside Glendale, Arizona’s State Farm Stadium for the Big Game and the mid-game concert. The Back for Everything album creator decided to share Trump’s thoughts on Rihanna with his own followers.
“Uncle Trump said that s### is garbage,” said Kodak Black about Rihanna’s performance in a brief cellphone video posted to social media. The clip of Kodak quoting the 76-year-old Republican politician’s opinion spread across the internet.
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/CaiwVRtZonw
Kodak Black has been a vocal supporter of Donald Trump ever since the MAGA leader commuted his 2020 federal conviction for illegal firearms possession. Plus, Black pled guilty to first-degree assault in a first-degree criminal sexual conduct state case in South Carolina.
For her Halftime Show, Rihanna ran through chart-topping hits such as “We Found Love” and “Umbrella.” The Barbadian singer opened the set with the “B#### Better Have My Money” single and closed with the “Diamonds” track.
There appears to be a civil war brewing among the Starz network family.Power Book II: Ghost actor Michael Rainey Jr. and BMF actor Demetrius “Lil Meech” Flenory Jr. took shots at each other on social media.
Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson, the producer of Power and BMF, fueled the feud last year by pointing out that BMF became one of Starz’s top-rated shows. 50 Cent even suggested the Ghost cast may have a problem with BMF‘s success.
Once again, 50 Cent poured fuel on the fire by directly pitting Michael Rainey Jr. and Lil Meech against each other with an Instagram post. Lil Meech reposted 50’s now-deleted IG caption about the rivalry. The 22-year-old acting novice also called out Rainey.
“I’m working on being immortal 5 @50cent. These guys [are] still mortal… Let’s go to lunch later, I’ll give [you] some free game @michaelraineyjr,” wrote Lil Meech on Instagram over the weekend. Rainey jumped into Lil Meech’s comment section.
The 22-year-old Louisville native posted, “[And] how [are] you working on being immortal but ya show dead? 😂😴 March 17 we gon show you how it’s done ok take notes.” Lil Meech replied, “We got 3 spin-off shows coming soon. It’s bout to be over for lil Power and lil Ghost 😂 😂 😂 😂@michaelraineyjr.”
Rainey also commented, “Free game is crazy Who the f### is writing ya captions? 😂You [are] a beginner, I know it’s tough wanting to be Michael keep grinding tho Lil bro 🤷🏾♂️😂.” Lil Meech fired back, “[You’ve] been acting since [you] was [a] 12-year-old kid… This [is] my third year and it’s already looking ascary for [you]… I would hate me too 😭😭😭 @michaelraineyjr.”
Additionally, Michael Rainey Jr. took the digital clash to his own Instagram account. He captioned a meme of himself, “Someone tell @lilmeechbmf go get some more acting lessons before season 3. S### [is] looking mediocre over there… @50cent you really got this kid thinking he can [f### with] me. 😂 I’m disappointed 🤨.”
Demetrius “Lil Meech” Flenory Jr. also shared audio of his father addressing the back-and-forth with Michael Rainey Jr. who plays Tariq St. Patrick in the Power franchise. The currently incarcerated Demetrius “Big Meech” Flenory joked about the Tariq character being broke on Power Book II: Ghost.
The addition of the Big Meech phone call led to Rainey commenting, “😂😂😂😂 Tell him he should use Davis. It [would] be a big help 😮💨😂.” Rapper/actor Clifford “Method Man” Smith portrays defense attorney Davis MacLean in Power Book II.
While Flenory Jr. and Rainey Jr. troll each other on Instagram, Starz appears to be pleased with the viewership numbers for BMF and Power Book II: Ghost. The network renewed BMF for a third season after the season two premiere drew 4.1 million multiplatform viewers. Lil Meech stars as Big Meech in the crime drama.
Starz will also air the season three premiere of Power Book II: Ghost on March 17. Michael Rainey Jr. returns as Tariq St. Patrick in the forthcoming episodes. Power Book II also features Method Man, Mary J. Blige, Larenz Tate, and Woody McClain.
SZA is back on top of the Billboard 200. After slipping to No. 2 last week, the R&B singer/songwriter’s SOS jumped back to the pole position on the latest Billboard album chart.
The Top Dawg Entertainment-backed project collected an additional 100,000 units during the latest tracking period. That total was enough to push SZA’s sophomore studio LP back to No. 1 for an eighth non-consecutive week.
SOS has the most weeks at No. 1 for an R&B album since Usher‘s nine-week reign with Confessions in 2004. Mariah Carey’s Music Box from 1993 was the last female R&B album to spend at least eight weeks atop the Billboard 200.
SZA released SOS on December 9, 2022. The 23-track project has already earned Platinum certification from the Recording Industry Association of America. The “Good Days” single acquired a 4x-Platinum plaque.
SOS also hosts the “Blind,” “Shirt,” “I Hate U,” and “Kill Bill” songs. The latter record currently sits at No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The official “Kill Bill” music video has amassed 23 million views on YouTube.
Kill Bill film actress Vivica A. Fox makes a cameo in SZA’s Christian Breslauer-directed “Kill Bill” visuals. Plus, the SOS album features musical contributions from Don Toliver, Phoebe Bridgers, Travis Scott, and the late Ol’ Dirty Bastard.
In addition to leading the Billboard 200 chart once again, SZA also earned a major honor from the long-running music publication. Billboard named the 33-year-old Grammy winner as the 2023 Woman Of The Year Award recipient.
SZA will be on hand at the YouTube Theater in Los Angeles on March 1 to accept the award. Abbott Elementary creator Quinta Brunson will host the event. “Big Energy” rapper Latto will receive the Powerhouse Award that evening as well.
Belcalis “Cardi B” Cephus and Kiari “Offset” Cephus add another major endorsement to their evergrowing business portfolio. The married power couple joined forces with McDonald’s for a Valentine’s Day campaign featuring the company’s first-ever celebrity duo meal.
The McDonald’s Corporation announced the Cardi B & Offset Meal will be available at participating restaurants beginning February 14. Consumers have the chance to purchase the meal-for-two deal for a limited time.
Cardi B’s favorites, a cheeseburger with Tangy BBQ sauce and large Coke, are part of the combo. Offset selected a Quarter Pounder with Cheese and a large Hi-C Orange Lavaburst. The meal also comes with a large order of fries and an apple pie.
“Let me tell you, McDonald’s is date night done right,” states Offset in a press release. “It doesn’t have to be all boujee. Get your date, grab some good food, and have fun, that’s it.”
Both Cardi and Offset also appeared in a new McDonald’s “Knowing Their Order” commercial. In addition, the “Clout” collaborators promoted the special meal on their respective social media pages. They have over 200 million combined followers on Twitter and Instagram.
“Whether it’s going for a date night or grabbing a bite after late-night studio sessions… I’m always asking Offset to take me to McDonald’s,” says Cardi B. “And now, Offset and I have a meal named after us! I want all my fans to try it – especially with that BBQ sauce.”
There were rumors that Halle Bailey and DDG called it quits after Granberry seemingly unfollowed the Chloe x Halle singer on Instagram. Then Rubi Rose shared alleged direct messages from DDG.
Rose posted a supposed screenshot of her Twitter DMs from last Tuesday where DDG asked if she was still in Los Angeles. The For the Streets mixtape creator captioned the tweet, “This is why I’m single.”
Halle Bailey appeared to address the situation as well. The star of the upcoming TheLittle Mermaid movie tweeted, “The devil is working. ♥️Lol. Please don’t feed into the lies, especially from a third party. 💕✨Stay blessed everyone.”
DDG quote-tweeted Bailey’s cryptic message. The YouTuber/musician wrote in another now-deleted tweet, “Can y’all let my meat go now? Rubi is a weirdo. She [has] been hating on my relationship for years.”
The drama surrounding Blueface and Chrisean Rock continues as the turbulent couple clashed on social media once again Sunday evening.
As fans of the pair have become accustomed to both parties aired their side of the beef online, which began with Blueface claiming Chrisean Rock was involved in the rumored Halle Bailey and DDG breakup and intensified after the reality TV starlet took a photo with Rick Ross at the Super Bowl.
Blueface then accused Rock of dissing her friends and leaked secret recordings of her talking bad about them.
After Blue retweeted several posts of Chrisean’s selfie with the MMG Boss, the “Vibe” hitmaker took to Twitter to share a screenshot of his alleged reaction to the photos.
“Im at the Super Bowl running into ppl not even trying to trigger u or seem like a weird b####. Im really dat famous ppl go out they for a pic,” she tweeted.
Im at the Super Bowl running into ppl not even trying to trigger u or seem like a weird b####. Im really dat famous ppl go out they for a pic. It’s ok for u to invite u Airbb n fuxk on b###### just chill n focus on making money stop da evil s### stop fr pic.twitter.com/8yf4ZqzjPr
Blueface also claimed his girlfriend was involved with Rubi Rose leaking DMs DDG allegedly sent her while dating the Little Mermaid star.
“Leaking dms is lame af fr I knew rock had some to do with that I’m sorry,” Blue tweeted, tagging DDG in the post. Rubi Rose appeared to back up Blue’s claims in a video shared on social media.
“I just want to let you know that she’s the reason for everything today. It wasn’t me,” Rubi Rose stated while on Instagram Live with Chrisean.
In addition, Blueface questioned Chrisean’s loyalty to Halle after both couples went on a bowling double date last year. Rock denied responsibility for the leak and accused her man of clout chasing.
Blueface Shares Secret Video, Accuses Chrisean Rock Of Being “Fake”
“Y’all wan see how fake rock is in real life watch this 😂,” Blueface continued before sharing his clandestine recordings, including one of Chrisean allegedly talking bad about BIA.
The Los Angeles native continued, threatening to expose what Chrisean Rock “really thinks of Rubi rose.” However, he said he didn’t want to be “petty.”
Nonetheless, he claimed the “Baddies South” blamed Rubi Rose for cozying up to celebs for attention because she’s “washed up,” and “boring.” He added, “she just using her for a place to stay in AZ.”
Chrisean denied using her friends and fired back by threatening to expose Blueface, claiming she had to get a tattoo to cover up a bald spot left after he pulled out one of her braids.
“Let’s talk about the broad u pulled out my head,” she tweeted. “So I had to comprise with a tat to cover up what u did to my hair.”
Exposing what dat u record pointless conversations let’s talk about the broad u pulled out my head so I had to comprise with a tat to cover up what u did to my hair
Donald Trump lashed out at Rihanna following her iconic performance during Sunday’s Super Bowl Halftime Show.
The former president took to Truth Social to comment on the show, calling it an “epic fail” and insulting the pregnant singer’s look on the night.
“EPIC FAIL: Rihanna gave, without question, the single worst Halftime Show in Super Bowl history,” he wrote following the Halftime Show where RiRi not only showcased her greatest hits, but also unveiled her growing baby bump.
He continued: “This after insulting far more than half of our Nation, which is already in serious DECLINE, with her foul and insulting language.”
Finally, he took aim at her outfit, writing, “Also, so much for her ‘Stylist!’”
The “foul and insulting language” is likely a reference to images she tweeted in 2020 of a Cadillac with “F*** Trump” spray-painted on it.
Last week, Trump blasted Rihanna in response to a tweet from U.S. Rep. Ronny Jackson, a Republican Congressman from Texas, demanding that the NFL drop the singer from the Super Bowl.
Jackson wrote on TruthSocial.com, “Rihanna spray painted “F### Donald Trump” on a car at the Cadillac Ranch in Amarillo, Texas. She’s made a career of spewing degenerate filth while badmouthing America every chance she gets. Why is the NFL showcasing this crap? Rihanna SHOULD NOT be the halftime performer!!”
Trump followed up with, “Without her ‘Stylist’ she’d be NOTHING. Bad everything, and NO TALENT!”
While Donald Trump spewed his criticism of Rihanna, the show’s executive producer was full of praise for the star following the event.
“I just feel great,” Jesse Collins told Hollywood Reporter. “I feel like her vision was executed. She shocked the world and the Navy’s [Rihanna’s fans] happy, and I’m just glad we got another great one in the books.”
Rihanna and A$AP Rocky are set to be parents for the second time after welcoming their son last year.
Fans began speculating from the moment the talented songstress began her performance during Sunday night’s Super Bowl Halftime show. It wasn’t just the apparent baby bump that drove speculation, but the number of times Rihanna caressed her rounded stomach throughout the show.
While many believed the belly-rubbing was the Billionaire songstress hinting at her new arrival, Rihanna neither confirmed nor denied the rumors. However, shortly after the show, her representative confirmed to multipleoutlets that Rihanna and A$AP Rocky are expecting another child.
The NYC rapper has yet to address the news, but he could be seen during the show supporting his partner. A$AP Rocky stood cheering Rihanna on from the sidelines, bobbing his head to her hits and capturing memories of the epic set.
Last month, the new father described returning home to his family after working as “heaven every day.”
“It’s so unexplainable. It’s just one of those things. I’m a member of our club now, like the dad club. You see a dad, you see me. I’m playing on, I’m a full dad now,” A$AP Rocky explained. “Being outside and working and being creative, it drives more energy for you to obviously to think and soak things up like a sponge now that I’m a dad, because I have a whole nother perspective.”
He continued, “But it honestly helps you get home to your family and get home to your baby. And I can’t even explain it, man. You come home to heaven every day. I’m so thankful. God is good, man.”
Meanwhile, Rihanna revealed that her motherhood instilled a new sense of fearlessness that helped her accept the Super Bowl gig.
“When you become a mom there’s something that happens where you feel like you can take on the world and can do anything,” the “Lift Me Up,” singer said last week, ahead of the performance. “The Super Bowl is one of the biggest stages in the world. As scary as it was, because I haven’t been on stage in seven years, there’s something exhilarating about the challenge of it all. It’s important for me to do this year. It’s important for my son to see that.”
Rihanna's representative confirmed the artist's second pregnancy shortly after she ended her 13-minute set at the #SuperBowl halftime show. pic.twitter.com/t97v0ZORPU
Take a listen as we get a new mixtape from South Vegas rapper CloutBoy, born Corleone Tuggle, who hails from Foote Homes. Picking up making music in the studio with Gotti, Cloutboy draws inspiration from Lil Uzi Vert and NBA Youngboy who he watched as he developed his own sound.
“I don’t love music, well I don’t think I do. I like listening to it doe. I make music cause it’s away you can send a message out to everybody at once and get paid for it!!” CloutBoy explained about his passion for music.
Over the next few months, CloutBoy plans to release more music, but most importantly he’s looking to, “grow as a man, get smarter and stay out of trouble.”
Doja Cat didn’t set out to make a “feminist anthem” with her song “Woman.”
The rapper/singer, real name Amala Dlamini, recorded the song for her third studio album Planet Her, with the track garnering three Grammy nominations.
Reflecting on the success of “Woman” during an interview for Variety, Doja admitted that she hadn’t planned to make a “great statement” with the release.
“It’s not like a big feminist anthem – absolutely not. I didn’t want to make a great statement, but if somebody felt empowered by it, that’s fantastic, and that’s what I want, though it’s not what I seek,” she explained. “I think the song can also definitely sound submissive in a way, so it just goes both ways.”
And while Doja was pleased to receive recognition with her Grammy nods, she insisted she places little weight on awards.
“I think it can become very toxic to focus on stuff like that. And the last thing I want is to forget about the music – forget about why I’m here. So, to focus on winning, it’s not going to make my music sound better,” the 27-year-old continued.
GloRilla has shared the career advice Cardi B once offered to her.
The rising rapper, real name Gloria Woods, released the single “Tomorrow 2” featuring Cardi last September, with the pair also performing the track at the 2022 American Music Awards.
During an interview for Grammy.com, GloRilla recalled the guidance the superstar recently gave her.
“The best advice I got from Cardi was just to stay focused, keep going hard, and don’t stop,” she said before gushing over how she would like to follow in the footsteps of the Bodak Yellow hitmaker. “I love Cardi so much. Like, I know ain’t nobody perfect. But to me, she’s just so perfect.”
Elsewhere in the conversation, GloRilla explained how the inspiration for new music could strike at any time.
“I could be doing anything. I could be watching TV, and they can say something, and it’ll give me an idea, and I’ll jot it down in my notes. Or I can be at the airport and see something, and it’ll give me an idea. Then at the studio, I’ll gather all the notes I wrote together and see what sounds good on what beats,” the 23-year-old shared.
You know, I love Rihanna. However, she got everybody talking at the halftime of the Super Bowl, as the Eagles were beating the KC Chiefs. When she performed, she flaunted her belly in a red suit. At first, it seem like it was a casual occurrence, but soon enough, it seemed as if she was really showing off her stomach in a way that started the rumors.
Soon, enough, my fans and rumor sources started to ask me questions. And now we’re all wondering if she is really pregnant! She had a baby with A$AP Rocky May 13, 2022. So that makes us all think that this is just some baby fat. And that’s all good. Nobody is tripping off of that BUT in Hollywood and entertainment, most people in the field look to shed that baby fat after having a baby and showing off their SNAP back. You know Rihanna has a different sort of swagger about her and may very well just be flaunting her belly fat. BUT…SHE LOOKS PREGNANT!
However, a lot of people speculate, she just might be with child. It’s highly feasible that she and A$AP Rocky are working on a second little bun. Who knows? BUT SHE LOOKS VERY PREGNANT! I just know that Most times when they show off the stomach like that they are making a statement. Also, I think that she understands that she will get a lot more press off of pregnancy rumors than she will off that performance. In fact, it may be an effort to deflect from the performance, which quite frankly was lackluster. SO, REVEALS THE PREGNANCY!
I was hoping for a special appearance by Jay-Z or Drake, or somebody like that. But none of them showed up in support of their sister. Anyway, we still love Rihanna over here, but we need our questions answered!
The latest wax figure of Rihanna has been unveiled at Madame Tussauds New York.
Ahead of the “Umbrella” hitmaker’s highly anticipated Halftime Show gig at the Super Bowl LVII in Arizona tonight (February 12th), curators at the museum have added a brand-new portrayal of the superstar to the collection.
Located in the Glow Gala Room, the figure wears a silver minidress and cape, as well as a matching headdress – as inspired by the heavily embellished Maison Margiela outfit, she wore to the 2018 Met Gala.
“Rihanna is sure to make history with her upcoming live show, so the timing is perfect for us to reveal her new figure exclusively at Madame Tussauds New York, where fans can admire and pose with the icon,” said Joerg Hanel, general manager at Madame Tussauds New York.
Each Madame Tussauds figure takes approximately six months to create.
