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Nems Seeks “Dream” Collab With Eminem After Signing With Goliath

By: Justin Ivey Updated Category: Exclusives
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Nems hopes to collaborate with Eminem after signing a deal with Goliath Records, the label founded by Slim Shady’s longtime manager Paul Rosenberg. The New York-bred rapper discussed the possibility of working with Eminem during an appearance on the AllHipHop podcast.

“If Em gave me a verse, that would be next-level s###,” Nems told hosts Chuck Creekmur and DJ Thoro. “At this point, I don’t even know if he knows who I am. I would assume he did, but if he don’t, Em’s one of the biggest artists in the world. [A collaboration] would be a dream come true, but I try not [to expect anything]. At this point of me being in the game this long, it’s like I’ma just keep going with my head down. And if it happens, it happens. If not, so be it. If it’s supposed to happen, it’s gonna.”

Nems, who has become known for his comedic videos in recent years, will release his Goliath Records debut Rise of the Silverback on Friday (August 18). He wants the album to remind the world of his rap credentials.

“I got a lot of fans now that don’t even know I rap,” he said. “They think I’m a f###### comedian. That’s why I’m putting out so much content of me rapping to get them equipped. This is what I really do. That comedy s###, that was just me being a New Yorker and being able to adapt in any situation.”

Watch Nems on the AllHipHop podcast below.

No, Beyoncé Does Not Stockpile Toilet Seats For Herself While On The Renaissance Tour

By: Devon Jefferson Updated Category: Rumors
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Y’all really got Beyoncé mom, Miss Tina Knowles-Lawson, out here debunking personal toilet seat rumors on her daughter’s behalf.

Though this is the first time the Queen Bey’s toilet seat rumor has been addressed, the gossip regarding the matter has been running rampant since last month. Apparently, a Renaissance Tour insider ran their mouth off saying that because Beyoncé is such an “elite performer” she can get “anything she asks for,” including her own personal toilet seat. Said insider was bogus af, according to the Knowles family matriarch.

And not only did she address the seat tea, but Knowles-Lawson also scoffed at the notion her daughter is a high-maintenance monster while she spoke to paparazzi at LAX. Even though her comments were brief and drenched in a lethal amount of death glares and cyanide side-eye rolls, Knowles-Lawson quickly debunked the viral photos circulating of a massive black box of gear labeled “Beyoncé toilet seats” backstage at The Renaissance Tour.

“That is so ridiculous,” the mom of two told TMZ Monday (August 14). “Those are stands that you put fans on, they’re called toilet seats. That’s too much.”

Watch the full clip below.

Yusef Salaam Reacts To Donald Trump’s Indictments: “God Don’t Like Ugly”

By: Justin Ivey Updated Category: Exclusives
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Yusef Salaam of the Exonerated Five (a.k.a. the Central Park Five) believed karma caught up to Donald Trump. Decades after Trump called for Salaam’s death, the activist spoke to AllHipHop’s Chuck Creekmur and discussed the ex-president’s four indictments.

“They say God don’t like ugly,” Salaam told AllHipHop. “They say God sees all. I’ve tweeted, ‘Karma.’ And it got retweeted millions of times. I mean the reality of it is this: how unfortunate for you to be in the position where once you called for our death and now you are being prosecuted for so-called crimes that you committed. We say so-called because, as they always say, you gotta say allegedly and all this other stuff.

He added, “But we all know what the deal is. We know how politics goes because we are the community, in fact, the body of people who created the term politricks. And it’s about restoring justice. It’s about making sure that when we see what’s going on, we understand with the eyes that God gave us, we gotta be correct. We gotta be on point, we gotta be right and exact.”

A grand jury indicted Trump and his co-conspirators on various charges, including violating Georgia’s RICO act, for their efforts to overturn the 2020 presidential election on Monday (August 14). It was the fourth indictment against Trump in a matter of months. Salaam thought the charges would have a significant impact beyond the courtroom.

“If your legacy is tarnished like [Trump’s] legacy is tarnished, can you imagine now his children’s children’s children, the ripple effect that he is having on his future generations,” Salaam said. “He may think, ‘Hey, well, I don’t care ‘cause I got more money than I think God has.’ God is showing you the reality. And you’re being cut down.”

Check out AllHipHop’s conversation with Salaam below.

Elon Musk Calls Mark Zuckerberg “Chicken” Because He Doesn’t Want To Fight Anymore

By: Kershaw St. Jawnson Updated Category: News
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Even with a reported net worth of $240.7 billion, Elon Musk isn’t afraid to go gangsta on someone. The Twitter (X) owner took to social media to call his professional nemesis Mark Zuckerberg a “chicken” for not wanting to catch a fade in a caged arena.

The two have been talking about this potential bout since June 2021, when the 52-year-old Musk tweeted, “I’m up for a cage match if he is lol.” Like the slick-talking millennial he is, Zuck hit him with “send me location.”

On Sunday (August 13), the Facebook founder used Threads, which is Meta’s response to Twitter (X), to tell his followers he has no intention of engaging in a conflict with the Musk, per Deadline.

“I think we can all agree Elon isn’t serious and it’s time to move on,” he wrote. “I offered a real date. Dana White offered to make this a legit competition for charity. Elon won’t confirm a date, then says he needs surgery, and now asks to do a practice round in my backyard instead.

“If Elon ever gets serious about a real date and official event, he knows how to reach me. Otherwise, time to move on. I’m going to focus on competing with people who take the sport seriously.”

Musk took called bulls##t on the former Harvard student and wrote on his platform, “Zuck is a chicken.”

When one person asked if this meant 39-year-old Zuckerberg was simply “trying to chicken out” of the fight, Musk tossed out a rebuttal, saying, “He can’t eat at chic fil a because that would be cannibalism.”

If the fight were to happen, Musk said it would have been live-streamed and the proceeds would have gone to various veterans organizations. Dubbed, “The Battle of the Billionaires,” it was rumored to be held at a historic location like the Colosseum in Italy..

Megan Thee Stallion Goes Off On Haters Blaming Her For Tory Lanez Prison Sentence

By: AllHipHop Staff Updated Category: News
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Megan Thee Stallion slammed her “haters” during her first performance since Tory Lanez was sentenced to prison for shooting her in the feet.

During her set at the Outside Lands Festival in California on Sunday, the Savage rapper seemingly spoke to fans about Tory Lanez being sentenced to 10 years in prison earlier that week for shooting at her in 2020.

“I just wanna say, f### all my haters,” Megan thee Stallion told the festival crowd. “None of that s### you was doing or saying broke me. None of that s### y’all be doing or saying to the Hotties broke them.”

She added, “I want all of the Hotties to put they m############ middle fingers up right now.”

Tory, whose real name is Daystar Peterson, was convicted in December last year on charges of assault with a semiautomatic firearm, having a loaded, unregistered firearm in a vehicle, and discharging a firearm with gross negligence for shooting Megan in both feet after a party in July 2020.

In a victim impact statement during the two-day sentencing hearing, Megan thee Stalliion said, “He not only shot me. He made a mockery of my trauma.

“Since I was viciously shot by the defendant, I have not experienced a single day of peace. Slowly but surely, I’m healing and coming back, but I will never be the same.”

Following his sentence, Tory issued a statement insisting he will not apologize for a crime he did not commit.

“I have never let a hard time intimidate me,” he wrote on Instagram. “I will never never let no jail time eliminate me. Regardless of how they try to spin my words, I have always maintained my innocence, and I always will.”

Usher Announces Keke Palmer Will Play His Love Interest In New “Boyfriend” Video

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Usher has announced the release of his highly anticipated new single, “Boyfriend,” and fans are saying either he’s a marketing genius or he’s petty beyond belief. As he announced on Instagram, the “Confessions” artist will feature actress/singer Keke Palmer as his love interest in the music video.

“When fantasies become reality…’Boyfriend’ Out Tomorrow, 8/16 | Hit the link in my bio to set a reminder for the Official Music Video Premiere,” he captioned, prompting everyone to get in position to see the “gag.”

Of course, some of his 11 million Instagram followers lost their minds. The lyric of the song go, “Somebody says that your boyfriend’s looking for me.”

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Comedian KevonStage wrote, “This is MENACE BEHAVIOR,” in the comment section, while another said, “This is GENIUS!!!!!”

Mad Skillz commented, “YOOOOOOU A WILLLLLLLLD BOOOOOOY,” as celebrity publicist Syreta Olgesby wrote what many were thinking, “Brilliance.” Yet another added, “So messy. Great promotion to pull us in!! We Herr for it.”

The video seems to address the debacle Palmer and her child’s father, Darius Jackson, got into earlier this year. As previously reported, Jackson was upset Palmer and Usher were bumping and grinding during one of Usher’s Las Vegas concerts. Palmer was dressed seductively and Jackson later took to Twitter to check her: “It’s the outfit thou. You a mom.”

21 Savage’s Biggest Fan Isn’t Latto—Spoiler Alert: It’s Shakira

By: Devon Jefferson Updated Category: Rumors
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Move over Latto, Shakira is taking over the leadership duties of 21 Savage’s fan club and has started off her term carrying the torch with a fiery display of lipsyncing loyalism.

I’m playing, s###s really not that deep—Shakira was really was just deep in her TikTok bag feeling herself when it appears she decided to sauce up one of the Slaughter Gang CEO’s tracks in a video. Befittingly enough, Shakira shared a fleeting little thirst trap video, seemingly flexing on her cheating ex-lover Gerard Piqué, rapping the lyrics to 21 Savage’s “Ball W/o You.”

It’s pretty obvious why Shakira is feeling the chorus to the record, given that she caught her man cheating after realizing Piqué let the lil eater devour all of her jelly—which he apparently hated. I can’t lie though, even knowing the condiment context behind Shakira and Piqué’s break up, which ended a 13-year relationship, it was surprising to see the 46-year-old singer belting the banger with the same energy 21 Savage was sangin’ with at the Beyoncé concert.

Now that the 21 Savage and Latto dating rumors have long been put to rest, maybe Shakira can find her way into a lil 4L situationship.

Watch the bizarre clip below—I’ve got $5 that says you won’t be able to finish the video without catching a vibe because Shakira is mid key lit.

Drake Links With Bad Bunny To Reveal New Music

By: AllHipHop Staff Updated Category: News
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Drake invited Bad Bunny onstage to announce a new collaboration.

During the rapper’s concert in Los Angeles, he brought the “Me porto bonito” star onto the stage to announce their new song.

“I wanna tell y’all something because y’all are L.A. and we love you,” the 36-year-old told the crowd during a brief pause between songs. “It’s been like six years since me and Benito did a song, so we got a song coming for y’all on my album, and it’s real.”

The rappers last worked together on their collaborative track “Mía,” released in 2018. The track peaked at No. 5 on the Billboard Hot 100. The song also marked the first time the “Hotline Bling” artist sang in Spanish for the entire track.

Since the L.A. show, Bad Bunny has made headlines for packing on the PDA with his rumored girlfriend, Kendall Jenner, at the concert.

The Puerto Rican musician, 29, has reportedly been dating the 27-year-old model since the beginning of the year and has been snapped locking lips with her.

Drake is touring the U.S. with rapper 21 Savage as part of their co-headlining tour, titled It’s All A Blur. The pair are touring in support of their joint album, *Her Loss,* which was released in November 2022.

The duo kicked off the trek on July 5 in Chicago and it is due to wrap up in Columbus, Ohio, on October 9.

Carla Rae, Takes the Music Industry by Storm with Her Latest Releases: “Bag Flip” and “Tomorrow”

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Carla Rae, also known as “The CEO,” is an upcoming female rapper who is quickly making waves in the music industry. With her unique style, powerful lyrics, and undeniable talent, Carla is poised to become one of the biggest names in hip-hop. Carla’s love for rap music developed at a young age, inspired by iconic artists like Tupac, Jay-Z, and Lil Kim. 

As a teenager, she began writing her own rap verses and honing her skills by performing at local clubs and open mic nights. Over time, Carla’s passion and dedication to her craft grew stronger, propelling her towards a promising career in music.

Continuing her journey, Carla has released a series of captivating singles, including the hard-hitting “Said Sumn” and the empowering “Been Dat.” These tracks exemplify Carla’s signature style, characterized by hard-hitting beats, clever wordplay, and an unapologetic attitude that resonates with her ever-growing fan base.

However, Carla’s success as a rapper extends beyond her undeniable talent. She has become known for her entrepreneurial spirit and her commitment to empowering women in the music industry. Carla embraces her role as a trailblazer, using her platform to inspire other women to pursue their dreams and challenge the male-dominated landscape of hip-hop.

Carla Rae’s latest releases, “Bag Flip” and “Tomorrow,” further solidify her place as a rising star in hip-hop. These tracks showcase Carla’s growth as an artist, as she fearlessly pushes boundaries and delivers a unique sound that captivates listeners.

As Carla’s star continues to rise, she remains focused on her music and her message. With her unwavering dedication to her craft, Carla aims to break down barriers and inspire others to reach their full potential. 

Her motto, “It’s not about where you come from, it’s about where the f=<¥ you goin,” encapsulates her drive and determination to make a lasting impact in the music industry.With her talent, drive, and entrepreneurial spirit, Carla Rae “The CEO” is a force to be reckoned with in the music industry. Stay tuned for her upcoming releases and follow her on social media to keep up with her musical journey.

Listen to Carla’s latest releases:

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Kanye West’s Ex-Publicist Hit With RICO Indictment Related To Trump’s 2020 Alleged Attempts To Steal Election

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Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis is handing out indictments left and right.

She recently hit the former president Donald Trump with 13 counts, including election fraud, racketeering and other charges related to alleged efforts to overturn the 2020 election.  Now, 18 others are reportedly included in this grouping of alleged criminals and slapped with 41 criminal charges.

According to TMZ, one of the 18 is Kanye West and R. Kelly’s former publicist Trevian Kutti, who was charged with three crimes, including a RICO count. Kutti was seen in a video clip trying to push an election worker named Ruby Freeman to admit to the false claim that she was tampering with ballots.

Reportedly, Kutti visited Freeman at his house, claiming to be a crisis manager. The celebrity public relations executive convinced Freeman to accompany her to the police station. Once at the station, bodycam footage shows her threatening Freeman with possible imprisonment for the alleged election fraud.

The act is considered a form of election interference and an attempt to help Trump steal the election. If convicted on the RICO statute, she will get a mandatory minimum sentence of five years in prison.

Rapper The Game Teams Up with Cal Dental USA in $50K Donation to Support Children’s Dental Health

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In a heartfelt gesture of generosity, acclaimed rapper The Game has joined forces with Cal Dental USA to make a significant contribution towards providing essential dental services to underprivileged children in preparation for the upcoming school year. The $50,000 aims to bridge the gap between families lacking insurance coverage and the necessary dental check-ups and treatments required for school registration.

Expressing his deep commitment to education, The Game emphasized the significance of this initiative, stating, “This is very important to me; the school’s everything. I’m just giving back. I love the kids. I’m doing what I’m supposed to be doing.” The renowned artist recognizes the value of education in shaping young minds and understands the challenges faced by families who struggle to meet the financial demands of dental care.

The partnership was initiated when James from Cal Dental USA approached The Game and shared his firsthand experiences of encountering families unable to afford essential dental services, preventing their children from receiving the proper dental care needed to start the academic year. Inspired by the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, The Game stepped up. “I wanted to fill in the gap and do my part,” he said. Additionally, he was impressed by Cal Dental USA’s reputation and expressed confidence in the quality of their services.

The Game, whose real name is Jayceon Terrell Taylor, rose to prominence in the 2000s and played a pivotal role in revitalizing the West Coast hip-hop scene. Known for his dynamic presence and lyrical prowess, he has now taken his influence beyond music, using his platform to make a positive impact on the lives of young individuals. With his philanthropic endeavors, he continues to demonstrate his commitment to giving back to the community.

Cal Dental USA, led by CEO Dr. John Kim and Vice President James Jones, is not only recognized for its exceptional dental services but also for its dedication to meeting the needs of individuals and families. Ensuring high standards of dental care remains at the forefront of the organization’s values. With 21 locations across Southern California, Cal Dental USA is committed to providing an inclusive and compassionate environment where patients receive comprehensive dental care.

This teamwork between The Game and Cal Dental USA serves as an inspiring example of how public figures and organizations can come together to address the pressing needs of their communities. By combining their efforts, they aim to ensure that children receive the dental services they require, paving the way for a healthier and more prosperous future.

Busta Rhymes Gifts Scar Lip A Diamond Chain

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY) Updated Category: News
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Scar Lip is among the new crop of rising rappers from New York City who have garnered the attention of Hip Hop fans and industry peers. Even legendary NYC emcee Busta Rhymes co-signed the up-and-comer.

The Scar Lip movement went into overdrive with the success of the “This is New York” single. Her breakout track collected over 1 million streams on Spotify and its video amassed 3.1 million views on YouTube.

West Coast Hip Hop icon Snoop Dogg hopped on Scar’s “This is Cali” remix. Then, East Coast representative Busta Rhymes celebrated Scar by presenting her with a special present.

“Busta Rhymes gifted me a Diamond chain. 🥺 I never got anything like this before. 💔🥹🥹 Thank you for believing in me. I love u so much,” wrote Scar Lip in the Instagram caption for the video of the gift-giving moment.

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Epic Records signed Scar Lip to a record deal earlier this year. Veteran Hip Hop producer/executive Swizz Beatz played a role in announcing the major label signing. Swizz also linked up with Scar for “Take ‘Em Out” with Jadakiss and Benny The Butcher.

“I honestly feel like DMX sent Scar Lip my way,” said Swizz Beatz. “Because she’s too much of his energy. Like I’ve never seen an artist that just naturally has what I know DMX has. And they’re two different artists, two different levels, yes. But I’m not talking about that. I’m talking about in here.”

In addition to Busta Rhymes, Swizz Beatz, and Snoop Dogg, Scar Lip also got public backing from fellow Bronx native Cardi B. In June, the rap newcomer revealed, “Last night 🥹 @iamcardib invited me to her studio, she taught me the game, she schooled me & told me she really wanna see me make it, I’m happy to say I’m not only inspired by her but she’s bestie 😂🔥❤️❤️.”

Plies Loses His Mind Over Britney Spears’ Pole Dancing Routine

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY) Updated Category: News
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Britney Spears has a fan in Plies. The Florida-bred rapper once again shows love to Spears on social media.

Two weeks ago, Plies took to Instagram to express his appreciation for Britney Spears’ in-house dance videos. He wrote,” 🤣🤣Her Drawls Be Everything To Me!! Look How She Wear’em. They Be Sagging Like She Ain’t Finish Put’em On!!! I Luv Dis Sh*t!!!🤣😍.”

The “Bust It Baby (Part 2)” hitmaker also shared two more social media reactions to Britney Spears over the last month. His latest online commentary, posted on August 14, included him highlighting the popstar’s pole dance routine.

“🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 My White Diamond Bih (From The Players Club) 🤣🤣🤣🤣 Go To Pound Town Britt!!! Go To Pound Town Britt!!!!!! 🤣🤣🤣🤣 Man I Luh Britt Bih!!! 🤣🤣🤣 #Plies Go Pre Order My New Hat Line ‘Loved’ Partnered With @KingCircleHat Pre Order Link In Bio!!! 🔥🔥🔥🔥❤️❤️❤️❤️,” stated Plies.

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The Ice Cube-directed 1998 motion picture, The Players Club, told the story of employees at a fictional strip club. The movie’s cast featured Ice Cube as well as LisaRaye McCoy, Bernie Mac, Jamie Foxx, Monica Calhoun, Chrystale Wilson, Adele Givens, and others.

Before becoming a diehard Britney Spears supporter, Plies scored a Platinum plaque for 2007’s The Real Testament album. He also earned RIAA Gold Awards for 2008’s Definition of Real album and 2016’s Da REAList album.

In addition to being a muse for Plies, Britney Spears is one of the best-selling music artists of all time. The former Disney Channel star has five No. 1 hits on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and six No. 1 projects on the Billboard 200 chart.

Spears also recently received a shout-out from Hip Hop star Cardi B. The Bronx native’s verse on Latto’s “Put It on da Floor Again” single featured Cardi rapping, “N####, cry for what? B####, these are Denim Tears. I’m sexy dancing in the house, I feel like Britney Spears.”

Beyoncé Shouts Out Lizzo During Atlanta Concert

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Beyoncé just wrapped up a three-night run inside Atlanta’s Mercedes-Benz Stadium. One of those Renaissance World Tour stops featured Bey showing love to Lizzo.

Several dancers who used to work for Lizzo sued the singer, claiming they were subjected to sexual misconduct and body-shaming. As news of the lawsuit went viral, online sentiment towards Lizzo shifted.

There was speculation that Beyoncé may have chosen a side by supposedly omitting Lizzo’s name while performing “Break My Soul (The Queens Remix)” during a live show. However, Bey’s mother, Tina Knowles, shut down those rumors.

Apparently, Beyoncé has now made it clear where she stands when it comes to Lizzo. According to reports, the former Destiny’s Child star shouted out the Special album creator during her concert in Atlanta.

“I love you, Lizzo!” declared Beyoncé from the Mercedes-Benz Stadium stage. That endorsement from one of the most famous entertainers on the planet comes at a time when more ex-employees allegedly prepare to join the lawsuit against Lizzo.

For her part, Lizzo has flatly denied the accusations against her. Earlier this month, the 4-time Grammy winner released a lengthy statement addressing Crystal Williams, Arianna Davis, and Noelle Rodriguez’s allegations.

“Usually, I choose not to respond to false allegations but these are as unbelievable as they sound and too outrageous to not be addressed. I’m devastated after hearing these fabricated claims made against me,” posted Lizzo.

She also added, “There is nothing I take more seriously than the respect we deserve as women in the world. I know what it feels like to be body shamed on a daily basis and would absolutely never criticize or terminate an employee because of their weight.”

Elliott Wilson Talks Apologizing To Drake For Calling Him Out Over Interviews

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The public back-and-forth between Hip Hop journalist Elliott Wilson and Hip Hop superstar Drake seems to be cooling off. Wilson sat down with DJ Akademiks to discuss his short-lived feud with the Canadian rapper.

Elliott Wilson’s issues with Drake began when the former XXL editor-in-chief commented on the OVO founder’s interview with social media personality Bobbi Althoff. Wilson called out the “comedy shenanigans with outsiders to our culture.”

Drake fired back on Instagram, writing, “Lol man s#### on not coming to his platform for a second time and now Elliott 10 toes doing Yes Julz run up interviews at Rolling Loud 😂😂😂😂just admit the youth took over, big dog 🤣🤣🤣.”

During his conversation with Akademiks on the Off The Record podcast, Elliott Wilson admitted to offering Drake a mea culpa. The 52-year-old media figure explained why he made amends with the chart-topping recording artist.

“People clown people in Hip Hop if they apologize,” stated Wilson. I apologized to Drake because we have a great rapport. He’s been respectful. He’s given me more interviews than anybody. I’ve had six interviews with him.”

Wilson also offered, “Drake and I built something to the point where I should’ve at least let him know my feelings before I aired it out to the public. I should’ve owed him that respect. I would’ve did it with [Jay-Z], and I owe him that. That’s why I was wrong.”

Those sentiments appear to be different from what Elliott Wilson had to say immediately after Drake shot back at him on social media. At the time, Wilson tweeted a screenshot of Drake’s Instagram comment with a caption that read, “Oh, it’s go time? Cool.”

In the end, the interview that apparently ignited the online exchanges between Drake and Elliott Wilson is no longer available. Bobbi Althoff took down her viral The Really Good Podcast conversation with the Her Loss album creator. Reports also claim Althoff and Drake unfollowed each other on Instagram.

Allen Iverson Congratulates Post Malone For “White Iverson” Joining Spotify’s Billion Club

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Back in 2015, Post Malone grabbed a lot of music fans’ attention with his “White Iverson” song. That track drew inspiration from legendary Basketball Hall of Famer Allen Iverson.

Post Malone’s “White Iverson” has now amassed more than 1 billion streams on Spotify. The Republic recording artist celebrated his debut single joining the streaming service’s Billion Club in a video filmed in London’s O2 Arena.

“It feels super cool that the song does connect with people, and I’m just happy to bring joy into anyone’s life when I can,” said Post Malone in the 2-minute clip shared on Spotify’s YouTube channel and social media pages.

He continued, “It’s an amazing feeling for me, and that really gave me the confidence and the courage to keep attempting to do what I love. I just appreciate all the support, and it’s the most beautiful feeling in the world for me. Thank you.”

Post Malone has ten songs in his catalog that reached the 1 billion streams landmark on Spotify. His other massive streaming hits include “Sunflower” (2.9 billion), “Rockstar” (2.7 billion), and “Circles” (2.2 billion).

“Congrats on 1 billion Spotify streams,” expressed Allen Iverson to the Texas native in the “Billions Club: The Series” video. “The whole world loves this song and I’m honored to be a part of it. Keep that same form, Post.”

In addition to racking up a billion plays on Spotify, the official “White Iverson” music video surpassed 1 billion views on YouTube. The RIAA also certified “White Iverson” with a Diamond Award (10 million units).

Post Malone released his latest studio LP, Austin, on July 28. The project debuted at No. 2 on the Billboard 200 chart by earning 113,000 first-week units. Austin became Malone’s fifth Top 10 album of his career.

33-Year-Old Man On Trial For 2022 Murder Of U.K. Rapper Hypo

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A 33-year-old security guard denies murdering East London grime rapper Hypo who was stabbed to death at a birthday party last year. 

On Monday (August 24), a jury at the Central Criminal Court of England and Wales, commonly known as the Old Bailey, heard evidence that up to 500 people attended the event at an East London soccer club on June 2, 2022.  

Prosecutors accused the defendant Laurie “Bigga” John-Phillip of an“unlawful attack” against the “unarmed” rapper, whose real name is Lamar Jackson, The Independent reports. CCTV showed an initial altercation between the victim and the defendant at around 10.30 p.m. Jurors were informed that the alleged attack was not caught on CCTV. 

One witness reports seeing someone strike Jackson in the chest shortly after midnight. “I’ve been stabbed”, the witness recalled Hypo shouting.  

Hypo is said to have initially dropped to the ground before exiting the venue “as quickly as he could.”  

Despite the best efforts of paramedics who arrived at 12:22 a.m., Hypo was pronounced dead at 12:44 a.m. He was 32 years old. A post-mortem examination determined his cause of death as sharp force trauma to the chest. 

John-Phillip was arrested in June 2022 and charged with murder and possession of a bladed article. He read a prepared statement in three interviews following his arrest insisting he “did not murder Lamar Jackson.” 

However, he later admitted to killing Jackson but claims he acted in lawful self-defense.  

“You can be sure and will be sure that this was an unlawful attack and that this was murder,” prosecutor Brian O’Neill KC told jurors. 

Rick Ross Splurges On $35 Million Miami Beach Star Island Mansion 

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Rick Ross gave the glory to God after adding a $35 million Miami mega-mansion to his growing property portfolio.  

He and his realtor shared the good news Monday (August 14), confirming his purchase of the sprawling estate on the exclusive Star Island. Diddy is among the rich and famous residents of the luxury gated community. The Bad Boy Records founder also reportedly shelled out $35 million for Emilio and Gloria Estafan’s old mansion in 2021 and is rumored to own the property next door.  

Rozay’s new mansion at 37 Star Island Drive clocks in at a whopping 9,700 square feet, sat on a 40,000 square feet plot and comes with a 40-foot boat dock with direct access to the waterfront. The six-bedroom/eight-bathroom home also features a heated pool and fittingly boasts stunning ocean views.  

Rick Ross took to his Instagram Stories with a post from his realtor, celebrating the sale. “Glory to God,” he wrote, adding several prayer hands emojis.  

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ONE Sotheby’s realtor Kimberly Knausz confirmed the sale and paid tribute to Rozay’s “hard work, dedication & hustle!” 

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Rick Ross adds the Star Island home to his portfolio which includes his Fayette County, Georgia mansion dubbed The Promise Land. Ross bought the 109-bedroom property in 2014 from boxing star Evander Holyfield. 

He also snapped up Meek Mill’s former eight-bedroom, nine-bathroom Atlanta compound for a whopping $4.2 Million in cash earlier this year.  

Blueface Dragged Online After Telling Chrisean Rock: “God Sent Me For You” 

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Although Blueface and Chrisean Rock are separated, they are expecting a child together and their toxic relationship is still being played out on the current series of their reality show Crazy In Love. 

One recently aired scene from the Zeus Network reality show has gone viral. In it, Blueface tells Chrisean Rock she was nothing before he met her, claiming God sent him for her.  

When Blueface told her she “could not eat by yourself” before getting with him, Chrisean Rock accused him of “trying to take God’s credit.” 

However, Blueface claimed she was trying to take credit from him. “B####, you trying to give God my credit and I’m not going for it. I’m taking God credit? No, b####, God sent me for you.” 

When the Baddies South star objected, asking, “You trying to say I didn’t have no divine to my life?” Blueface clapped back. “You didn’t,” he snapped. “You had a backpack and a pair of f###### cleats.” 

The clip began making the rounds of X, the platform formerly known as Twitter, with users blasting Blueface and the show in general.  

“They really just film Blueface’s abuse of Chrisean and call it a TV show,” read one tweet. “This s### is actually sick to watch and I don’t know how anybody finds it entertaining.” 

In another Crazy In Love clip, Blueface tells Chrisean Rock to “get the f### on,” or allow him to “control” her.  

“I just feel like not enough people talking about how disrespectful #Blueface is to #chrisean,” another user wrote. “He is wayyyyy to comfortable hitting her , Taking her money and ALOT MORE.” 

Meanwhile, Blueface still had a few fans siding with him. In another clip, he calls Rock a “goofy b####” for getting seven tattoos of him. 

“Blueface ate her up,” read one response.  

Check out some of the other reactions below.  

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Nicki Minaj Threatens To Drop “Pink Friday 2” This Week After Critic Questions Rap Credentials  

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Nicki Minaj threatened to release a rap song and her entire Pink Friday 2 album after clapping back at a fan who criticized her rapping skills and her newly released song snippet. 

The NYC icon teased a new track on Instagram Live Sunday night (August 13) ahead of the release of her highly anticipated upcoming album, due November 13. While some fans gushed over the snippet, not everybody loved the new pop-leaning track.  

“When rapping didn’t work they go for pop,” wrote one user on X, the platform formerly known as Twitter.  

However, Nicki Minaj caught wind of the post and hit back in response, slamming the critic while listing her rap accolades.  

“Red Ruby = highest debut for a solo female rap song in 2023,” she began. “Surprise drop released with no video, radio, playlisting, no SNIPPETS til night b4. SFG = still the last rap song to debut @ #1. Broke 25 year Spotify & billboard record. SFG = last rap song to GO #1. Barbie World= STILL top 10 for 4 weeks GLOBALLY (drill beat y’all laughed at). Princess Diana = charting on hot 100 for 16 weeks.” 

The impressive achievements continued as Minaj was just warming up and kept the receipts coming.  

“Pound Town 2 – no video, no performance, surprise drop = been on hot 100 several weeks,” she added. “PINK FRIDAY = THE PINKPRINT TO “GOING POP” SUPERBASS, MOMENT 4 LIFE, Check it out, Save Me, Last chance, etc. 2nd album = STARSHIPS, POUND THE ALARM, VAVAVOOM, TURN ME ON, (disowned by the rap critics who years later were shamelessly paid off). PINK FRIDAY 2 = your worst phkn nightmare. It makes me so happy to know the jealousy is oozing through your ugly bussy.” 

Despite the criticism over the “pop” cut, Nicki Minaj also revealed the song, titled “Last Time That I Saw You,” also includes a rap verse.   

“Wait til u hear the RAP on that!” she declared before adding the track has “One writer. ONE.” 

She concluded, “Lastly, I don’t do diff genres. Hoe i AM a genre. THEE genre.” 

Check out her response below. 

In a follow-up post, Nicki Minaj threatened to drop the entire Pink Friday 2 album to silence the critics. She issued a poll with the options “Green light gang go,” and “Red light muva chill.” 

“SAY I WONT HURT FEELINGS RIGHT NOW W/A RAP SNIPPET!” she declared. “SAY I WONT DROP THIS WHOLE ALBUM THIS FRIDAY. SAYYYYITTTTTTTTTT!!!!! SAY UNCLE B!CH!!!!!!!!!” 

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