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Cam’ron And Mase Call Cap On Onyx Saying Michael Jordan Shaved His Head Bald Because Of Them

On the most recent episode of “It Is What It Is,” Cam’ron and Mase’s#### sports show, they addressed Fredro Starr alleging that Michael Jordan, one of the best basketball players of all times, shaved his head balled because of their iconic 90s look.

According to Deadspin, the Queens rapper said during an interview in March, “Michael Jordan cut his hair because of us. Michael Jordan cut his hair bald because of Onyx.”

The Children of the Corn could not let that one slide.

Cam and Mase tried to explain who Onyx was to Stat Baby, the female co-host who helps keep the topics flowing.

Cam said they were “really popping when me and Murda were in high school and they cut their hair bald.”

Mase asked, “Did you cut your hair balled because of them?

The Dipset founder said, “I cut my hair because of the Fab Five.”

The former Bad Boy admitted he cut his hair because of the Def Jam group, but then said he switched it up when the Fab Five came out.

Deadspin actually pointed out that Jordan began shaving his head in the late 80s because he started losing his hair.

Check him out in the 89-90 season with a baldy.

Onyx’s big songs, “Slam” and “Throw Ya Gunz,” came years later in 1993.

Cam eventually addressed Sticky Fingers, Fredro Starr, and Sonny Seeza directly. He said they might have influenced him and Mase in high school, but “they super out of pocket [to say they influenced] Michael Jordan.”

Meagan Good Shoots NLE Choppa Down, Says He Is Too Young For Her To Date

Recently on “The Jason Lee Show,” rapper NLE Choppa shared how he had been waiting on Meagan Good to be single to shoot his shot.

However, Good believes the young man is cute, but a little too young for her taste.

The bell-dinging rapper told Lee that he would smash the “Eve’s Bayou” beauty in a heartbeat. Though only 20 years old, he didn’t let that stop him from expressing his deep longing for Good.

On the episode, Lee tried to play matchmaker and called the recently divorced actress to see if she was with it.

“I want to take on a dinner,” the rapper said. “I wanna get like some roses. I wanted to do like real s##t I never did before.”

He said he would be whatever she needed to be … even a preacher, referencing her ex-husband.

When Meagan answered the phone, she kindly greeted him with a “Hi.”

As NLE started putting on his sugar voice with the “Harlem” star, she hung up.

TMZ linked up with Good and asked what she really thought about being crushed on so hard by the Memphis chart-topper.

According to Good, her mother called on the other line and she accidentally got disconnected. She said she tried to make it up by calling him back. The two talked.

She said he was nice, but he is 21 years younger than she. That match, in her mind, is simply not made in heaven.

Watch Tom Hanks’ Wife Rita Wilson Expertly Rap

As the world celebrates Hip-Hop’s 50th Anniversary, AllHipHop.com wants to know what everyone’s favorite Hip-Hop moment is.

Our team linked up with Rita Wilson, Tom Hanks’ wife, on the red carpet and she let us know she is a die-hard Naughty by Nature fan. In fact, she spit a verse from their 1993 chart-topping hit, “Hip Hop Hooray.”

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After the gang posted it on the AllHipHop.com Instagram page, Vinnie “Vin Rock” Brown hopped in the comments and said, “❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ We love you Sista Rita!!!!! 💯💯💯💯.”

Other fans chimed in and said, “Chet gets it honestly 🤷🏽‍♀️” or “That explains Chet.”

More people gave up the props on how easily she rapped Vin Rock and Treach’s rhymes, in a unique way making it her own.

V Dot Scott celebrated by saying, “Come thru wit the barsssss Big Rita😂😂😂.”

Tap 919 had to confess, “Not a easy rhyme either 🔥🔥🔥.”

This not the first time that Wilson paid tribute to the East Orange Grammy Award winners, who made history in 1996 as the first rap group to win the honor of “Best Rap Album.”

AllHipHop.com reported in 2020, she linked with the guys to do a remix of Hip Hop Hooray for charity. The proceeds benefited the MusiCares COVID-19 Relief Fund to aid artists affected by the coronavirus pandemic.

The guys rocked with Wilson because she was a true fan and did a playful rendition of it while recovering from COVID-19 herself.

She was familiar with the song because she performed it in the 2019 movie “Boy Genius,” and used it as a brain exercise to make sure she was sharp while battling the virus.

Later they collaborated.

Wilson, a world-class actress, compared the lyrics to one of the world’s most respected pens… Shakespeare.

She tweeted, “Hip Hop Hooray is like modern day Shakespeare. I originally learned the song for one of the most fun roles I ever played in the film Boy Genius. It took me a month to learn because it’s so complex and nuanced; it was like training for a marathon.”

As the year goes on, AllHipHop.com will continue to share Hip-Hop moments from some of your favorite stars.

Disney+ Releases ‘Crater’ Movie Trailer Featuring Kid Cudi

Disney+ has released the official trailer for the upcoming science fiction motion picture Crater. Hip Hop artist Scott “Kid Cudi” Mescudi is part of the movie’s cast.

Crater stars Isaiah Russell-Bailey (Family Reunion) as Caleb Channing. Kid Cudi plays Caleb’s father in the coming-of-age story. Kyle Patrick Alvarez (C.O.G.) directed the adventure film.

After being raised in a lunar mining colony, Caleb Channing will have to permanently relocate to a faraway planet. Before leaving, he and his three best friends hijack a rover for one final journey to explore a mysterious crater.

In addition to Isaiah Russell-Bailey and Kid Cudi, Crater also features Mckenna Grace, Billy Barratt, Orson Hongm, and Thomas Boyce. Principal photography began in 2021 at Celtic Studios in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Crater premieres on Disney+ on May 12, 2023.

Kid Cudi continues to add titles to his growing IMDb page. His first major acting role came as Domingo Dean on HBO’s How to Make It in America. The dramedy television series ran for two seasons between 2010 and 2011.

Additionally, Kid Cudi secured gigs on other TV shows such as Creepshow, Westworld, and We Are Who We Are. He also created the adult animated television special, Entergalactic, which debuted on Netflix in September 2022.

Cudi also has numerous movie appearances on his entertainment résumé. He made his feature film debut as Sergeant Benny “Maverick” Jackson in 2014’s Need for Speed. Moviegoers saw the Cleveland native in other flicks such as Bill & Ted Face the Music, Don’t Look Up, and House Party.

As a musician, Kid Cudi released several studio albums such as 2009’s Man on the Moon: The End of Day, 2010’s Man on the Moon II: The Legend of Mr. Rager, and 2020’s Man on the Moon III: The Chosen. He also teamed up with Kanye West to create the Kids See Ghosts collaborative project in 2018.

Lola Brooke Talks Dating In The Music Industry On Latto’s ‘777 Radio’

The latest edition of Latto’s 777 Radio on Apple Music 1 features an interview with rising recording artist Lola Brooke.

During the conversation, Latto asked Lola Brooke about possibly dating someone in the music industry. The “Don’t Play with It” hitmaker seemed open to the idea of being in a relationship with another entertainer.

“If the vibe is right and my feelings are secure, yeah,” answered Brooke. When questioned about maybe preferring a “nine to five” partner, she replied, “I don’t mind doing that but when I really think about reality, it’ll be like, ‘Will he start fighting with my accomplishments? Will he be insecure?'”

Over the last two years, Lola Brooke rose to become one of the hottest new acts in Hip Hop. “Don’t Play with It” originally came out in May 2021. The single featuring Billy B climbed to No. 1 at urban radio in the last two weeks.

Brooke also tapped Latto and Yung Miami of City Girls for a remix version of “Don’t Play with It” which landed on March 24. The all-woman collaboration’s official music video has crossed the 4 million view mark on YouTube.

In addition, New York City fashion staple Timberland selected Lola Brooke to be the face of the brand’s 50th anniversary of the Original Timberland Boot campaign. The Bedford–Stuyvesant envoy also opened for fellow New Yorker A Boogie wit da Hoodie for his “Me Vs Myself” international tour.

“Brooklyn is the best because no matter where you go in the world, if you’re from the Bronx or Queens or whatever, you’re going to say, ‘I’m from New York.’ But a Brooklyn person is going to say, ‘I’m from Brooklyn,'” Lola Brooke explained to Latto.

The Arista signee continued, “We’re not going to say we’re from New York, we’re going to say we’re from Brooklyn. That’s just how it is. I don’t know. Shout out to the greats: Jay-Z and Biggie.” 

NLE Choppa Drops ‘Cottonwood 2’ Featuring Lil Wayne, Rick Ross & More

NLE Choppa let loose his sophomore studio LP, Cottonwood 2, today (April 14) via NLE Entertainment/Warner Records. The 22-track effort hosts several high-profile guest features.

For his latest body of work, NLE Choppa recruited 2Rare, Lil Wayne, Lola Brooke, Modesty, Fivio Foreign, Kevin Gates, Duke Deuce, Polo G, G Herbo, Queen Naija, and Rick Ross.

A music video for “Ain’t Gonna Answer” with Lil Wayne arrived on March 23. The Zaeim-directed visuals have amassed more than 2.3 million views on YouTube since its premiere last month.

The Cottonwood 2 album also hosts NLE Choppa’s viral hit “S### Me Out.” The sexually explicit single currently sits at No. 7 on the Spotify Weekly Top Songs USA chart and No. 43 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

“S### Me Out” got a streaming boost after a remix version of the song featuring Sexyy Redd landed on DSPs last week. The NSFW music video co-starring Sexyy Redd already totaled 1.5 million views in seven days.

NLE Choppa’s Cottonwood 2 is the sequel to the Cottonwood EP from 2019. The 20-year-old Memphis native’s discography also contains the Top Shotta studio LP as well as the From Dark to Light and Me vs. Me mixtapes.

Doja Cat, Beyoncé & More Make 2023 Time100 List

Time magazine revealed its annual list of the 100 most influential people in the world. Grammy-winning musicians Beyoncé and Doja Cat are among the one hundred selections for 2023.

Doja Cat appears on one of the Time100 covers. Walt Disney Company CEO Bob Iger, The White Lotus actress Jennifer Coolidge, and Creed III actor/director Michael B. Jordan also fronted editions of the Time100 issue.

“I’ve worked with all kinds of artists, but with a certain few you connect on a deeper level. For me, Doja Cat is one of those artists. She’s at the top because she works to bring everything she does to the highest possible level,” wrote Elvis director Baz Luhrmann for Time.

Doja Cat contributed the “Vegas” single to Elvis (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack). “Vegas” peaked at No. 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The track earned a Best Rap Performance nomination at the 65th Annual Grammy Awards.

R&B/Pop megastar Beyoncé made it onto the Time100 list as well. Time placed the former lead singer of Destiny’s Child in the Titans section along with other selectees such as Angela Bassett, Lionel Messi, Patrick Mahomes, and Elon Musk.

“After being approached to work on her 2022 album Renaissance, I realized very quickly that I was contributing to yet another historic moment—not only for dance music, but also as a celebration of the foundations of Black music,” penned deejay/producer Honey Dijon about Beyoncé.

Beyoncé’s Renaissance debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart with 332,000 first-week units. The Parkwood Entertainment founder’s seventh studio LP won four trophies, including Best Dance/Electronic Music Album, at the 65th Annual Grammy Awards.

In addition to Doja Cat and Beyoncé, the 2023 Time100 also features articles about Zoe Saldaña, Steve Lacy, Brittney Griner, Bella Hadid, MrBeast, Hakeem Jeffries, Jerrod Carmichael, and more. The 17th annual TIME100 Gala will take place on April 26, 2023.

Mannie Fresh Music Catalog Acquired By Reservoir Media

Reservoir Media has announced it has acquired Mannie Fresh’s catalog in a deal that includes both publishing and recorded music rights.  

According to various outlets, the New York-based independent music rights company announced the acquisition of the multi-Platinum, Grammy-nominated hip-hop producer’s works without disclosing the financial details. 

Mannie Fresh is well known for his hits with Cash Money Records, including Juvenile’s 1998 hit “Back That Azz Up.” Bryan “Baby” Williams made his fellow New Orleans native the label’s only in-house producer when he co-founded the company in 1991.  

His production credits include multiple tracks from Cash Money, including multi-platinum hits from the likes of Lil Wayne and T.I., among others. He also produced projects for Hot Boys, made up for Lil Wayne, Juvenile, B.G., and Turk.  

Confirming the deal Mannie Fresh said: “It’s great to be joining up with Faith Newman and the entire Reservoir team. I’m grateful for their support, and I know they’ll take care of my music.”  

Meanwhile, Mannie Fresh still knows how to keep a crowd lit. He took to Instagram this week to share a highlight reel from his DJ set at the 2nd annual 100 Black Men Sneaker Ball. Check out the video below, backed by Juvenile’s Mannie Fresh-assisted 1998 song, “Welcome 2 tha Noila.” 

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50 Cent Says He’s Lived A Billionaire Lifestyle Since 2007

50 Cent has opened up on his financial status, saying although he’s not technically a billionaire, what he lacks in net worth, he makes up for in mentality.

According to the G-Unit mogul, there’s little separation between him and 7-figure tycoons because his vast empire means he has the wealth to buy whatever he wants. Furthermore, as he explained during an appearance on The Enthusiast Podcast, he feeds countless families and pays a constant stream of employees.  

“So when they financially say, ‘Oh you’re a billionaire, this person is a billionaire’, it’s like, ‘I’ve been a billionaire since 2007. I’m that far from where I came from that I’ve been a billionaire financially because everybody around me is being paid,” 50 Cent explained. “Resources that I compensate for people to be there and I really don’t see things that I want that I can’t go get it.”  

He continued: “You got givers and takers, right? People they’ll come and you’ll feel them looking at you like, ‘I’m excited because he’s such and such…,’ or, ‘I wanna meet him because I wanna talk to him and maybe this will happen for me,’ or, ‘Maybe he’ll finance my idea’, right? Those people are takers ’cause you see them once. Then you have the guy that hears you talking about an idea and says, ‘Yeah that’s a good idea, let’s do it man.’ That’s a giver because finance means nothing to ’em.”

Check out the clip below and watch the interview at the end of the page.

50 Cent Talks Billionaries

Despite declaring bankruptcy back in 2015, Fiddy has built a vast empire outside of his success in music. 50 Cent may not keep up with Hip-Hop’s sole billionaire Jay-Z but he is making bank with his television empire and various alcohol brands.

Last year 50 Cent further bolstered his media presence after ditching Starz, where he produced BMF and several Power spinoffs. He signed a new non-exclusive broadcast deal with Fox last year to produce shows with Fif’s G-Unit Film & Television.

Meanwhile, earlier this week, 50 Cent announced he is working with Nicki Minaj on a new animated series. Read about it here

Doja Cat Flexes Rapping Skills On ‘Kill Bill’ Remix With SZA

Doja Cat is making a statement on the remix to SZA’s#### song “Kill Bill.”

Last weekend, the L.A. native claimed she is quitting pop music to focus on honing her rapping talents. However, she backtracked just a few days later. In a series of tweets, Doja trolled fans with song names and announced her upcoming project would be “a french conceptual experimental country/bohemian fusion with the essence of blue-grass.”

Nonetheless, on Thursday (Apr. 13), Doja Cat jumped on Twitter to tease her surprise song with SZA, and she’s rapping on it. “sis… I did something bad,” she penned. Her “Kiss Me More” collaborator replied, “Jesus.. what is it.”

Doja’s response assured fans something was on the way: “9pm / 4.13.23,” Doja tweeted.  

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The Grammy Award-winning duo remained silent until the track dropped, taking to Instagram to thank each other for the collab.  

Doja Cat continues the “Kill Bill” song’s murderous storyline, rapping about killing her ex’s new girl in the opening verse. Check out Doja Cat and SZA on the “Kill Bill” remix at the end of the page.  

Earlier this week, Doja Cat took to Twitter to share a few details about her upcoming album.  

“no more pop,” she tweeted, admitting, “pop isnt exciting to me anymore. I dont wanna make it.”

The L.A. native added she’s “definitely a rapper,” and revealed that she wants to showcase her rapping chops.    

“i also agree with everyone who said the majority of my rap verses are mid and corny,” she said in response to criticism of her Hip-Hop credentials, adding, “I know they are. I wasnt trying to prove anything I just enjoy making music but I’m getting tired of hearing yall say that i can’t so I will.”

The ‘Kill Bill” remix is the first time Doja Cat and SZA have linked on a track. Their 2021 single, “Kiss Me More,” won the award for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance at the Grammys the following year.

Nicki Minaj New Record Label ‘Heavy On It’ Drops ‘Princess Diana’ Remix With Ice Spice

Nicki Minaj has teamed up with Ice Spice on the remix to the hit song “Princess Diana,” which marks the first official release on the Queens icon’s new record label, Heavy On It. 

She warned not to play with her this year, and Nicki Minaj is living up to her word just a quarter of the way through. After dropping her hit “Red Ruby Da Sleeze,” Nicki linked with NBA Youngboy on “WTF” and Kim Petras on “Alone,” due next week. She also recently announced she will voice and executive produce the new 50 Cent backed animated series, Lady Danger.   

Last month the “Do We Have A Problem” hitmaker made a bang on her comeback to Queen Radio when she announced the label, but details remained scant. However, she returned to her radio show on Thursday evening (Apr. 13), to reveal the name of her new venture, Heavy On It Records. 

Then, seemingly out of nowhere, Nicki Minaj announced she had linked up with rising star Ice Spice on the “Princess Diana” remix. Furthermore, eagle-eyed fans spotted the track is released under Nicki’s new imprint.  

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The double whammy announcement sent fans into a frenzy, and without hours, Nicki Minaj occupied Twitter’s top three tending spots in the U.S. 

The song also rocketed to the top of the iTunes chart, extending her run as the rapper with the most No. 1s on the platform. 

Nicki Minaj And Ice Spice Tease ‘Princess Diana’ Remix Visuals

A new video will arrive today (Apr. 13), and the ladies teased a few images from the visuals. Check them out below and stream the song at the end of the page.  

Back in January, Ice Spice reflected on her first meeting with Nicki Minaj, citing her a big influence.  

“When I saw Nicki, I was so mesmerized,” she recalled during an interview with XXL. “She’s the first female rapper that I [saw]. And ever since then, I was kinda set on what I wanted to be.” 

Then last month, Nicki shared the Bronx rapper’s Paper magazine cover, crowning her “The People’s Princess.”  

Kelly Monrow: Feel the Power of Uplifting Music with “Rise Up.”

Kelly Monrow is an accomplished Americana rock-infused pop-country singer who has established a reputation as a talented and charismatic performer. Kelly has always had a deep love for music. After relocating from Texas to the culturally diverse cities of New York and Nashville, her appreciation blossomed even more during the pandemic – leading her on an unexpected journey to discovering her musical muse.

Her musical style is influenced by various artists, including Stevie Nicks, Bonnie Raitt, Prince, Rolling Stones, Bono U2, Biggie Smalls, and Shania Twain. Each of these musicians has played a significant role in inspiring Kelly’s start in music, and their impact can be heard in her sound.

One of the most impressive aspects of Kelly’s musical talent is her songwriting process. Whether she writes on the spot or works on a melody over a week, Kelly is known for creating stunning, emotional compositions that resonate with listeners. Her ability to tap into her feelings and experiences and translate them into memorable lyrics is a testament to her songwriting skill.

When it comes to recording, she approaches the process with a seasoned professionalism that is rare in today’s music industry. Working with an expert team of musicians and producers, she jumps into the studio and lays down each instrument one layer at a time, building each song piece by piece. This methodical approach ensures that every element of the recording process is perfected, resulting in an excellent final product that showcases this artist`s outstanding musical talents.

In 2022, the music world was blessed with an exceptional album titled “Scars of Venus.” The album boasted 12 tracks that seamlessly blended classic rock, pop, and country genres, creating a refreshing and electrifying musical experience for listeners.

Her latest drop in 2023, “Rise Up,” is driven by a captivating melody seamlessly woven together by the strumming of the guitar chords, a thumping bass drum, and the subtle addition of keyboards. The engrossing beat sets the stage for Kelly’s exquisite vocals, delivered with emotion and conviction.
Adding an extra layer of intensity to the song, “Rise Up” features notable rapper Young Buck, whose impactful verses complement Kelly’s soulful singing. Their combination has resulted in a lyrical, uplifting, and inspiring masterpiece.

As the title suggests, “Rise Up” is a song about overcoming obstacles and persevering through tough times. Kelly’s impeccable songwriting skills and stirring delivery of the lyrics make the song relatable and relevant to anyone who has ever faced adversity.

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Bands” By Drei ft. Rick Ross: The Latest Addition to the European Artist’s Hip-Hop Success

The European-born artist, Drei, has recently released his latest single, “Bands,” featuring Rick Ross, under the Renegade Territory music label on March 29th, 2023. This new addition to his catalog has already gained millions of views and continues to add to his growing success.

Aside from music, Drei and Rick Ross have discussed potential business ventures, including hotel and real estate development in Tulum, Mexico. The music video for “Bands” was directed by Richard Stan and showcases Drei’s unique style and voice that has made him stand out in the industry.

Drei’s distinct sound and physical appearance, combined with his European background and American base in Los Angeles, has created a powerful presence in the hip-hop scene. He is the first European artist to genuinely integrate into hip-hop and has collaborated with A-list artists such as Vory, The Game, DMX, Sean Paul, and Rich the Kid. Fans can expect more exciting collaborations with other hip-hop and Latin artists in his upcoming releases.

Rick Ross And Meek Mill Are Working On Music!

By the way, Meek Mill, and Rick Ross have been seen in the studio. It’s looking like they are going to do some good music together. Meek has not hit in a minute! His “God Did” freestyle was incredible though. I am appreciative that these guys are working again. Now that Meek has struck it out on his own, he has a different world to look at.

There’s no Roc Nation, there is no Jay-Z and I am sure there’s a lot of favor that comes with being down with the winning team. On the other side, he did not have the most favorable financial terms either. So, that said, it is good the Ross is lending his name and voice to assist. That’s dope.

Here’s some video of that session.

Do you think Meek can rise back up to the top, like he was with Drake, Cole and Kendrick? I suppose time will tell, right?

There is another level to the friendship between Ross and Milly…

There’s nothing like a good friend. And Rick Ross is epitome of a good friend! He bought his friend Meek Mill’s House. He even paid cash for it! What’s better than that? Meek’s home was on the market for several years and was not selling in an Atlanta suburban. Rosay went and purchased it for $4.2 million cash! All those rich rappers down there and nobody else thought to buy it?

READ MORE HERE: Rick Ross Pays Meek Mill $4.2 Million Cash For Mansion Meek Never Lived In

What is really cool is that Meek needed to sell it and get it off the market. That’s a lot of money and you’re not even living in it? That’s a boss move! The other thing that I heard is true is that he paid about $2 million more than it was valued at. I wonder what Rick Ross plans to do with the location. You know he’s good at flipping things. So he may turn around and use it as another location to shoot movies in. Or he may turn it into a farm and get all of the government tax breaks that a man could ever want. Or he may just find a festival and create it around this towering hulk of a home.

50Jittsteppa Shows Florida’s Palm Beach County Has Talent Too

Born less than 100 miles away from Miami in the Palm Beach, Florida town of Riviera Beach and raised the youngest of three in the smaller town of Fort Pierce, music has been a significant part of 50Jittsteppa’s life for as far back as he can remember. His father was a big fan of Lil Boosie and Florida legend JT Money, and his mother fancied the R&B grooves of 90s supergroup TLC.

50Jittsteppa fell in love with the sound of music in fourth grade, and by the time he turned 12 years old, he began mastering his freestyling abilities. “Everything is really freestyle,” 50Jittsteppa contends. “I don’t write nothing.” In less than a year’s time, this rising rap star has turned his freestyle videos posted to social media into a fledging musical movement. 50Jittsteppa has given us “Super Slimey”, “Jordan”, and “Won’t Stop Now”, all released in early 2023, and now he’s giving us Cupid. Check it out.

Atlanta Rising Rapper Jacquel Releases Debut Project “The Only One” With DJ Cassius Cain

Rising Hip-Hop artist Jacquel is ready to take the music business by storm. As an artist who takes rap music to new heights, he comes from humble beginnings growing up in the heart of Hip Hop known as Atlanta, Georgia. Bringing in a new energetic, fun rapping style to the forefront, he delivers an impressive debut project titled The Only One. Teaming up with heavy hitter DJ Cassius Cain for this release has turned out to be a match made in heaven for Jacquel.

Jacquel got his start in the music business recording himself on FL Studio in 2020. Once he realized that creating music was second nature to him, he began rapping seriously discovering that music was more than just a hobby. He joined the choir and band during his teenage years furthering his passion for music and love for creating. Being in Atlanta he was able to see rappers become superstars within a blink of an eye and he knew he wanted to make his dreams a reality one day.

By having DJ Cassius Cain executive produce his project Jacquel knew he needed to be working with someone who knows the ins and outs of this business. On The Only One, you will hear an array of lethal punchlines, memorable bars, and high-energy beat tempos throughout. The Atlanta native does an excellent job of infusing his Southern influence into his original sound, which creates a unique listening experience. From song to song, it becomes apparent why Jacquel is a star in the making. He is determined to show the world why he is “the only one” the world should be listening to this Spring and Summer. 

He has what it takes to stamp his name in the Hip Hop game in a major way. Press play below to stream Jacquel’s debut project “The Only One” below and watch his official music video here

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Allen Hughes Reveals Why He Directed Tupac Docuseries Despite Their Past Beef

Allen Hughes defended his involvement in the upcoming FX documentary series Dear Mama: The Saga of Afeni and Tupac Shakur.

Hughes discussed his past issues with Tupac and the decision to direct Dear Mama while promoting the show. The director denied any resentment for Tupac, who attacked Hughes after getting fired from the movie Menace II Society.

“What kind of b#### ass s### would I be on to first of all not be proud of the icon he’s become?” Hughes said. “And why would I want to s### on that? If anything, the reason why I took the job was I want to understand him more.”

He continued, “I’m trying to understand—you go around the world, Africa, South America, Asia, Europe, you see that mural. You don’t see anyone around the world like that. I don’t give a f### who it is. You don’t see ‘em in Africa like Tupac … He’s the strange, paradoxical 20th century figure that you can project anything you want to: lover, fighter, saint, sinner, poet, philosopher, violence. Whatever you want to see, you’ll see in Tupac.”

Hughes believed he was able to explore Tupac’s life on a deeper level than other filmmakers. The director aimed to figure out who the late rapper truly was.

“My only confidence in this whole journey was like I just don’t feel his story was ever done justice in the documentaries and the features,” Hughes said. “I just feel like it was always surface stuff. Not to knock anyone because there were some docs and stuff that were decent.”

FX’s Dear Mama premieres on April 21. The documentary series will be available to stream on Hulu.

Cam’ron Slapped With Lawsuit Over Famous Pink Coat & Flip Phone Photo

A photographer sued Cam’ron for selling merchandise featuring a memorable photo of the Dipset member.

According to Billboard, Djamilla Cochran filed a lawsuit against Cam’ron in New Jersey on Tuesday (April 11). Cochran accused the rapper of using her photo of him without licensing it.

Cochran photographed Cam’ron wearing a pink coat with a matching flip phone in 2003. The image quickly became part of Killa Cam’s brand.

Cam’ron allegedly plastered the image on t-shirts, hoodies and other items to sell on his Dipset Couture store. Cochran accused the Diplomats artist of ignoring several warnings about copyright infringement.

“Getty Images notified defendants of their infringing activities by mail and email on multiple occasions,” Cochran’s attorneys wrote, per Billboard. “Despite those notifications, defendants continued to sell merchandise and continued to display the photograph on website and accounts.”

Cam’ron was hit with the lawsuit a few days after facing backlash for his comments on a photo of Michael B. Jordan and Jonathan Majors. Killa Cam took a shot at the Creed 3 co-stars after seeing an image of Majors embracing Jordan.

“The reason I didn’t go see Creed,” he wrote on Instagram.

Cam’ron denied he was homophobic in response to criticism of his remarks.

Megan Thee Stallion Accuses Her Label Of Mismanaging Money; Seeks Judge’s Help

Megan Thee Stallion asked a judge to appoint a third party to handle her label’s finances.

According to TMZ, the 28-year-old rapper accused 1501 Certified Entertainment of running low on funds in a motion filed on Thursday (April 13). Her concerns emerged in her lawsuit against 1501 and its owner Carl Crawford.

The multi-platinum selling artist claimed 1501’s primary bank account has less than $10,000 in it despite millions in deposits. She believed Crawford, J. Prince and Gee Roberson raked in money from her music without properly paying her.

Megan Thee Stallion worried about 1501’s ability to compensate her if she wins her lawsuit. She wanted a judge to enlist a third party to manage 1501’s money.

Earlier this year, Crawford expressed regret over publicly beefing with his label’s breakout star. 1501 issued a statement pledging its support ahead of her next release.

“We look forward to continuing to support our 1501 artist, Megan Thee Stallion, in all of her future endeavors,” 1501 proclaimed. “The 1501 staff is dedicated to a successful and exciting launch of this new project!”

Megan Thee Stallion sued 1501 for royalties and sought her release from her contract. She began her legal battle against the label in 2020.

YSL Defense Lawyers Could Make More Money At Chick-fil-A, Demand To Be Taken Off Case

A new twist has emerged in the ongoing racketeering trial of rapper Young Thug and his alleged associates from the “Young Slime Life” gang.

Several public defenders appointed by the Georgia Public Defender Council to represent three of the 14 defendants in the case claim that they are not paid enough for their services.

The defense attorneys argue that the compensation they receive needs to be revised, given the intense workload and the high-profile nature of the case.

Angela D’Williams, an attorney representing Rodalius Ryan, submitted a motion this week requesting to withdraw from the case. She described the pay as “egregiously low for the amount of work and attention this trial requires.”

Fellow defense attorneys Justin Hill and Suri Chadha Jimenez, who represent other defendants in the case, have also expressed dissatisfaction with their compensation.

The trial, which began on January 9, 2023, is expected to last at least six months.

Initially, Hill accepted the case for $7,500, but his pay was doubled when it became clear that the trial would last nearly a year. Despite the pay increase, Hill expressed his concerns about the case’s demands on his time.

“For at least a year’s worth of full-time work, that’s essentially less than minimum wage…to be honest, I could make more money working at Chick-fil-A as a cashier,” Hill told the Atlanta Journal-Constitution.

The defense attorneys are currently paid $15,000 each to represent their clients throughout the trial, regardless of duration.

The last straw came when the trio wrote a letter to the Georgia Public Defender Council in hopes of getting a pay raise. They request was denied. The

YSL Lawyers Want Off Case Due To Low Pay

Hill, who represents defendant Damone Blalock, mentioned that the trial demands have required him to put other cases on hold, forcing him to work on them during nights and weekends.

The trial has seen its fair share of dramatic moments so far. In one instance, Young Thug was accused of conducting a drug deal in court, just feet away from prosecutors and bailiffs.

The incident was caught on video, further fueling the tension surrounding the case.

In another shocking event, a 21-year-old prospective juror was briefly jailed after she was caught capturing court proceedings on her cellphone, violating court rules.

As the trial continues to unfold, the concerns raised by the defense attorneys about their compensation adds a new layer of complexity to an already high-stakes case.