Bhad Bhabie appears to be back with the father of her child, Le Vaughn, after accusing him of beating her and sharing photos of the alleged abuse earlier this month.
On Tuesday evening (July 16), the internet personality/rapper uploaded a photo of her passionately kissing someone who appears to be Le Vaugh on her Instagram Stories. She also shared a selfie and tagged Le Vaughn, writing, “Lucky you.”
Bhad Bhabie previously shared footage of Le Vaughn attacking her and photos of her injuries in a post on July 7. She also shared a statement claiming “extreme” abuse rarely happens and said Le Vaughn was seeking help.
“I love that man more than I love myself and it’s honestly really sad,” she wrote. “But unfortunately this is real life. I know the easy way out is to leave and that’s better said than done. This doesn’t happen this extreme often, but LV definitely has a problem. He’s going to get the help he needs.”
Bhad Bhabie also insisted Le Vaughn is aware “there’s no room for mistakes,” and said she made the allegations because she wants him to “take accountability and make a REAL CHANGE.”
However, her remarks led fans to believe she was reuniting with her ex.
“I wasn’t gonna speak on this but who said I was staying?” she wrote in response to an Instagram user urging her to leave Le Vaughn. “What about that post made y’all think I’m staying? Bc I said I love him? Bc I said he’s gonna get help? I’m so confused and apparently so are y’all.”
Nonetheless, it appears that Bhad Bhabie and Le Vaugh are back together. They welcomed a daughter earlier this year named Kali Love.
Meanwhile, Bhad Bhabie recently went viral after revealing her staggering OnlyFans earnings.
Usher has finally taken in a Las Vegas Aces game two years after A’ja Wilson requested he pull up to their championship parade.
On Wednesday (July 16), the R&B icon sat courtside as the Aces suffered a 93-85 loss to the Chicago Sky. Usher happily posed for photos with the Aces after the game, prompting Wilson to playfully roast her teammates.
“They ain’t did s### all day, but they wanna take a m############ picture with Usher,” she joked before posing with the man himself later on.
“They ain't did sh*t all day, but they wanna take a motherf***ing picture with Usher”
Wilson and Usher embraced as the two-time WNBA MVP gifted the singer her jersey. “Dreams do come true,” the WNBA’s X (Twitter) account wrote alongside a clip of the interaction. “Usher made sure to pop out to a @lvaces game following A’ja Wilson’s iconic press conference after the 2023 Finals.”
In 2022, A’ja Wilson implored Usher to join them at the parade after winning the WNBA championship.
“Usher, I better see you, Usher,” she said during the post-game press conference. “I’m not playing with you.”
However, Usher missed the 2022 title celebrations, prompting Wilson to call on him to support the team after they repeated the feat a year later.
“I promise you I’m not crazy, I just think that you need to come out and support the Aces,” Wilson said in a message to Usher. “We love you and I know you’ll love us back. You don’t even have to perform until after like in our locker room, you can sing with us or whatever. But you ain’t even got to perform, just show up and have a good time. You know Usher, we here for you.”
Again, Usher couldn’t make it, but later invited A’ja Wilson and the Aces to his Las Vegas residency.
Big Sean is hitting back against the haters who only speak negatively about him after his latest freestyle was perceived by many as a diss to Kendrick Lamar.
The Detroit rapper has blessed fans with new music this week, teasing several unreleased songs and appearing on Eminem’s “Tobey.” However, his On the Radar bars grabbed the attention of social media users and saw him trending.
On Tuesday (July 16), the popular freestyle platform dropped Big Sean’s offering over one of Aaliyah‘s greatest hits, “If Your Girl Only Knew.” However, his bar about an unnamed person using beef to grab attention has fans saying Big Sean shot at Kendrick Lamar.
“N##### looking for engagement like they got they knee bent,” he raps. “I gotta better things to do than find someone to beef with.”
After declaring himself the greatest, Big Sean fires at his mystery rival’s activism.
“Difference is I’m an activist and you drink actavis and I’m back acclimated,” he adds. “And Imma need my cut off top it’s decapitated.”
Furthermore, Big Sean’s recently teased Kanye West collab “Fighting Fires” also sparked whispers of a Kendrick Lamar beef.
“I laugh at the fact they calling y’all the greatest, I’m set, it’s on, we solidified,” Big Sean declared. “You n##### say you run your city but that s### is gentrified.”
Big Sean just played his verses on Kanye produced unreleased song “Fighting Fires” pic.twitter.com/iJpTjKeeQP
Big Sean Seemingly Addresses Kendrick Lamar Diss Speculation
While Sean has previously insisted there is no bad blood between him and K. Dot, putting any past tension down to a “lack of communication,” fans decided otherwise.
However, hours after his On The Radar freestyle dropped, Big Sean took to X (Twitter) to shut down the rumors.
“Yall goin wit so many narratives,” he said. “Im talking to da haters who just keep finding something to point out they dont like bout me. Its not even worth explaining tho im a just focus on the music.”
In a follow-up post, he added, “So many people turned they back on me, so i appreciate the ones who stayed down. N f### these b*tch ass n#####, every one of them.”
Furthermore, DJ Hed claims he spoke to Big Sean, who denied taking shots at Kendrick Lamar. “Bar was directed at a different Gemini,” the West Coast radio DJ claimed.
I talked to Sean. The bar was
“I got better things to do then find someone to beef with”
And it was not for Dot. Bar was directed at a different Gemini
Amber Rose has recently cozied up to Donald Trump and the Republican Party. She, along with others, seems to have found a place within a party often criticized for Islamophobia, xenophobia, racism, and nationalism.
What’s surprising is that Amber Rose has never been seen as a credible voice in any serious discourse, especially politics. But here’s where it gets juicy. Word on the street is that Amber has been repeatedly accused of promoting and selling crypto scams. She has denied these claims, pleading ignorance, but recently, she surfaced with another one!
Rumor has it there’s a federal investigation into her activities. This could be the reason she’s getting close to the Republican Party. Remember, she just spoke at the Republican National Convention.
The buzz is that she’s trying to secure favor in case things go south for her. Trump has a history of helping out people in legal trouble if they play their cards right.
Despite this, she’s still pushing another cryptocurrency venture, claiming to be more knowledgeable now. However, people continue to call her a scam artist and criticize her heavily.
By the way, her standing in the Hip-Hop community? It’s over. Many see her as a culture vulture who used the community until she had nothing left to gain. Be gone, heffer!
Here is some stuff for you:
Remember the endless list of crypto scams you used to promote on X/Instagram that were all deleted? pic.twitter.com/iHGXt0QEXO
I'd like to address this community note. When I made those promotional posts, I wasn't as knowledgeable about crypto as I am now. At the time, I didn't fully understand the nature of paid promotions in this space. Moving forward, I want to assure you that I'm committed to this… https://t.co/YUEwuBFb58
Not sure you can claim that you didn’t know what you were doing when you were saying things like “dope art” with ugly NFTs like this. pic.twitter.com/pxJI0xZV4P
Southside believes NLE Choppa has a career in film ahead of him following his recent appearance opposite of social media funnyman Druski.
In case you missed it, Drewski unveiled a new round of auditions for his could’ve been records label that was hosted in NLE Choppa’s hometown of Memphis. In addition to numerous hilarious clips Of Druski harshly critiquing the auditions of up-and-coming young artists, an insanely funny segment starring NLE Choppa is also featured in the video. However, the “S### Me Out 2” hitmaker did not appear as himself and instead opted to debut his altar ego Lil Curtis Keep-A-Switch.
“My name Lil Curtis Keep-A-Switch,” NLE Choppa said as he walked on camera in black airforces and a shiesty mask. Though it didn’t take long for Druski to realize that NLE Choppa was the man behind the mask, he played along with the skit while trolling the Memphis native at the same time.
“Hold on, hold on,” Druski said. “You like NLE Choppa.”
NLE Choppa responded, “For real. I get that s### a lot. On God. On God. I’m Curtis Keep-A-Switch though. Don’t confuse that s###.”
Druski replied, seemingly attempting to get NLE Choppa to break character.
“You sure you ain’t No?” he asked, to which NLE Choppa responded, “Hell nah fool! What the f##k I don’t look like that ugly ass n###a. Nice ass n###a. Man nice as hell. I smack the s##t outta NLE Choppa.”
After he made it clear that he wasn’t going to break the fourth wall and was going to remain in character, Druski took the sparing gloves off and went full-on bare knuckle with the jabs he began to take at NLE Choppa.
“Yeah that’s a fact, that’s a fact. That n###a a hoe. I don’t f##k with NLE Choppa, I spit on that n###a like this [spits on the ground],” he said before adding, “That hoe ass n###a ole b###c ass n###a.”
The tear-jerking segment ends with Druski denying the multi-platinum artist a record deal and having him drug off of the set by his security.
“If I knew I was going go up here and not sign to this s##t, I should just went ahead and blew it off rip!” NLE Choppa, aka Lil Curtis Keeep-A-Switch, said after his failed faux audition. “Real, real crash out s##t. Curtis Keep-A-Switch. That really what I’m known for around my ends crashing out. I had on black forces today. Why you didn’t crash out!
In a post AllHipHop shared covering the comical interaction between the pair, producer Southside share his support for NLE Choppa possibly cultivating his created character Lil Curtis Keep-A-Switch on the big screen, where his character development may thrive!
“This n###a nle need a movie,” Southside wrote.
Southside certainly has the right idea, and even though it’s one he arrived at independently, NLE Choppa is already a few steps ahead of him. He actually starred in the short film Nightmare on Cottonwood in 2023, when he also took on the role of co-director. The film also featured other notable personalities such as Kai Cenat and Sukihana.
BravoOneHunnit released his 8th album on all platforms titled, “S.P.A.M. II”. This is BravoOneHunnits sequel to S.P.A.M. It has a diverse sound and message. The album talks about the previous misuse of friendships that were taken for granted because of his good intentions and monetary aid he provided to others. It also talks about family and loved ones who are incarcerated.
He also talks about building funds through financial functions that will have you in a comfortable financial space in the long run. These messages are life lessons that the artist expresses through his music. You can go stream his latest album that’s out on all platforms. You can also follow him on all social media platforms under the name @officialbravoonehunnit.
Amber Rose is defending herself from reports about her relationship with her ethnicity following her speech at the Republican National Convention.
Rose denies she’s ever said she doesn’t identify as Black in response to the remarks MSNBC national correspondent Joy Ann Reid made following her appearance and speech at the convention, where she endorsed Donald Trump in the 2024 election.
In a tweet she shared directed at the correspondent, Rose accused Reid of “race-baiting” while also denying that she ever denounced her Black heritage in the process.
“Hi @JoyAnnReid I’ve never said I wasn’t black I said I identify as biracial,” Rose wrote in the tweet. “I’m not going to invalid my white father to make you feel more comfortable. Stop being a race baiter ur president does enough race baiting for all of us.”
Though Rose has gone on record in the past claiming that she identifies as biracial, in a 2015 interview with Peter Rosenberg she said she doesn’t identify as a Black woman.
“I do not consider myself a Black woman, absolutely not,” Rose replied to Rosenberg when he asked if she considers herself Black. He replied, “What do you consider yourself?” to which Rose responded, singularly, “Biracial.”
Rose’s tweet follows the circulation of a clip of Reid’s reaction to her speech at the convention, where she said she is now in agreement with her father that Trump is not racist. In particular, the portion of the journalist’s remarks that went viral capture her criticism of Rose being poached by the Republican party to essentially lobby ethnic voters, despite the fact the model and personality may not consider herself as a true person of color.
“It’s ironic that they were able to recruit this young woman who, and she’s a racially ambiguous, I don’t want to say she’s Black, because she has said she’s not so I don’t want to say this Black woman, this woman who is of whatever race that she has claimed, she said she’s not Black, but they brought somebody whose whole career is based in Black culture,” Reid said.
Reid continued, “She used to be on a show on BET. That’s the reason most people know who she is. She dated one of the most prominent African-American rappers in the business in the history of hip hop. So her whole culture came from black culture, even though she says she’s not a black person herself, and the fact that she is now the person they’re using to try to recruit young people of color and to say that this is the person who is the endorser of Donald Trump, who you should trust when she won’t even claim the culture that brought her to the table.”
Mobb Deep fans won’t have to go without new music much longer after The Alchemist and Havoc have revealed that they are working on a new project.
In a series of Instagram posts the dynamic collaborators both shared, the pair teased their work on new music, which they indicate is set to arrive soon. In one of the clips, Havoc can be seen vibing out in Alchemist’s home studio as the renowned producer allows his MPC to do its thing and pump out a spooky Griselda-type beat through the thunderous studio monitors.
In another clip, Havoc speaks directly to the camera and confirms the arrival of the new Mobb Deep LP while also paying homage to late rap legend and group member Prodigy.
“You already know where I’m at ALC Studios new Mobb Deep coming soon RIP Prodigy,” Havoc said in the clip. “Y’all see Al in the background you already know what it is. Mobb Deep coming soon baby. Infinite!”
Havoc joining forces with The Alchemist for the upcoming Mobb Deep album is particularly exciting, given their collaborative history. Mobb Deep first joined forces with Alchemist in the late 1990s, when the legendary Hip-Hop duo was seeking fresh production talent to complement their gritty sound.
Prodigy initially discovered The Alchemist’s work through mutual connections in the New York and was quickly impressed by his unique production style and sample-heavy beats. Soon after their connection, Mobb Deep invited The Alchemist to contribute to their 1999 album Murda Muzik. The Alchemist also produced other notable songs for the group such as “The Realest” and “Thug Muzik.”
There’s also the added context that this will be the first official Mobb Deep project in at least 10 years. Mobb Deep’s final album, The Infamous Mobb Deep, was released in 2014, marking the duo’s eighth studio effort. The double album featured guest appearances from artists such as Nas, The LOX, and Busta Rhymes, among others. The production was handled by a mix of established and up-and-coming producers, including Havoc, The Alchemist and Illm!nd.
Prodigy died in 2017 shortly after being hospitalized for complications related to sickle cell, leaving a remarkable void within the industry and culture at large.
Quincy Homere, one of the two men charged with Chinx’s 2015 murder, pleaded guilty to first-degree manslaughter in New York on Monday (July 15). Homere will be sentenced on August 12.
The reduced charge upset Chinx’s widow Janelli Caceres-Pickens. She called Homere a “monster” and said his fate was “in God’s hands.”
“We fought hard for a harder charge which should be murder 2 cause in the state of NY, murder 1 is only given in the cases of government officials being murdered,” she commented on Instagram. “He wouldn’t take the murder 2 which would of ended in a lengthy trial that we were obviously ready for!! We are not happy with this charge but one can not dodge whatever GOD has planned for him!”
She continued, “Manslaughter has me livid n heartbroken. He deserves to spend his life in jail … but we will be there August 12 to hear him get sentenced … CHINX WILL FOREVER LIVE ON THRU IS ALL!! Thank you to all that has continued to support us thru this journey!”
Chinx was killed in a 2015 drive-by shooting in Queens, New York. Homere and Jamar Hill were arrested for the late rapper’s murder in 2017.
Both suspects were charged with second-degree murder, second-degree attempted murder, first-degree assault and second-degree criminal possession of a weapon. Homere and Hill initially pleaded not guilty to the charges.
Homere changed his mind and accepted a plea deal to avoid a murder conviction. He faces up to 23 years in prison for manslaughter. Chinx’s family sought the maximum sentence.
Chinx, whose real name was Lionel Pickens, is survived by his widow and their three children. His widow and their family planned to attend Homere’s sentencing to make their presence felt in court. She said Homere’s punishment would not heal the family’s wounds, but it would provide much-needed closure.
Wu-Tang Clan’s Once Upon a Time in Shaolin album remained a sore subject for the group’s members. Method Man discussed his issues with the project in an interview with Vanity Fair. The legendary rapper admitted he and his fellow Wu-Tang members do their best to avoid the topic.
“I thought it was some circus spectacle,” Method Man said. “I never really spoke to RZA about it; it’s an uncomfortable subject to most of the guys, so we don’t really discuss it too much.”
Once Upon a Time in Shaolin was spearheaded by Wu-Tang affiliate Cilvaringz. The album garnered significant publicity since only one copy was created. It was auctioned off for $2 million in 2015, making it the world’s most expensive album.
The infamous “Pharma Bro” Martin Shkreli bought Wu-Tang’s rare album. Terms of the deal prevented the project’s owner from releasing it to the public until October 2103. The U.S. government seized Once Upon a Time In Shaolin after Shkreli was convicted of securities fraud.
PleasrDAO purchased Once Upon a Time in Shaolin for $4 million in 2021. The new owner started selling access to the album as a $1 NFT in June. Fans did not receive the album in full as they were forced to settle for a sampler created by Cilvaringz. PleasrDAO claimed each $1 purchase would shave 88 seconds off the album’s 2103 release date.
Wu-Tang fans might balk at paying anything for the album because the Clan did not knowingly create Once Upon a Time in Shaolin. Method Man and other members viewed the project as a glorified compilation concocted by Cilvaringz, not a legitimate Wu-Tang album.
“The process of the thing being made was never told to us,” Method Man explained to Vanity Fair. “We were never told what it was. It was never supposed to be a Wu-Tang album. We were recording and being paid to do a certain amount of records by a guy whose name I don’t want to mention.”
He continued, “[Cilvaringz] took all these verses—some of them were old verses—and put them altogether into a compilation of Wu-Tang songs and marketed it as a Wu-Tang album, and a single copy of a Wu-Tang album. We all had a problem with it because that’s not how it was described to us.”
PleasrDAO filed a lawsuit against Shkreli over Once Upon a Time in Shaolin in June. PleasrDAO accused the album’s former owner of violating a forfeiture order by retaining copies of the music.
Judge Shukura Ingram was appointed as the new judge in Young Thug’s Georgia RICO case following the recusal of Judge Ural Glanville. Ingram started serving on the Fulton County Superior Court in 2018.
Ingram will be tasked with restoring order to Young Thug’s messy trial. Glanville, the original judge presiding over the case, was forced to exit the trial due to impartiality concerns.
Fireworks erupted in court when Young Thug’s lawyer Brian Steel questioned Glanville about a secret meeting between the judge, prosecutors and a key witness in June. The defense believed Glanville and prosecutors coerced Kenneth “Lil Woody” Copeland into testifying in the trial.
Glanville demanded to know the source of Steel’s information. Steel refused to reveal his informant. Glanville held Steel in contempt and sentenced the attorney to 20 days in jail. The Georgia Supreme Court granted bond to Steel, allowing him to avoid jail time.
Defense attorneys sought Glanville’s recusal over his courtroom shenanigans. Glanville initially refused to recuse himself before allowing another judge to settle the matter. Judge Rachel Krause ordered Glanville’s recusal on Monday (July 15).
“This Court has no doubt that Judge Glanville can and would continue presiding fairly over this matter if the recusal motions were denied, but the ‘necessity of preserving the public’s confidence in the judicial system’ weighs in favor of excusing Judge Glanville from further handling of this case,” Krause determined.
Young Thug’s lawyer was satisfied with the ruling.
“Jeffery Williams is innocent of the charges brought in this indictment, and to clear his name he sought a speedy trial, one in which he would receive the constitutional guarantees of a fair trial with an impartial judge presiding and ethical prosecutors following the law,” Steel said. “Sadly, Judge Glanville and the prosecutors have run afoul of their duties under the law. Mr. Williams is grateful that the reviewing court agreed with him and entered the order recusing and disqualifying Judge Glanville from presiding over Mr. Williams’ case. We look forward to proceeding with a trial judge who will fairly and faithfully follow the law.”
Legal experts believe Young Thug’s trial will likely end in a mistrial. A potential retrial would require new jurors. Jury selection for Young Thug’s trial lasted more than 10 months.
A woman identified as Jane Doe sued Irv Gotti for sexual assault, battery and intentional infliction of emotional distress in Florida on July 11. According to court documents obtained by the Miami New Times, Doe accused Gotti of raping and abusing her during their two-year relationship.
Doe said she met Gotti at a poker tournament in the summer of 2020. The Murder Inc. Records co-founder invited the plaintiff to join him on vacation to Saint Martin. She accepted his offer, which allegedly resulted in Gotti taking advantage of her.
“After flying her to Saint Martin, Gotti coerced Plaintiff into having sex with him,” her lawyer wrote. “Gotti specifically threatened Plaintiff that he would send her home if she did not comply with his demands. Accordingly, and due to his power and influence in the music world, she complied.”
Doe and Gotti began a relationship after the trip to Saint Martin. The plaintiff claimed she “suffered constant abuse at Gotti’s hands.” Throughout their time together, Gotti allegedly forced Doe to perform “unwanted sexual acts and often berated and scolded her.” Doe’s lawsuit cited incidents in Atlanta and Miami.
“Notably, in January 2022, Gotti flew Plaintiff out to Miami, and the two stayed at the Four Seasons hotel,” Doe’s attorney wrote. “There, Gotti forced her to perform oral sex on him in an elevator. Later in the summer of that same year, he flew her out to Atlanta, and he again forced her to perform oral sex on him in an Uber. Following this event, the relationship ended.”
The lawyer added, “As a result of this sexually abusive relationship, Plaintiff has suffered severe emotional and psychological harm for which she had to be committed to a psychiatric ward. These injuries continue and affect Plaintiff to this day.”
Doe demanded a trial by jury. She sought undisclosed damages for pain and suffering, severe emotional anguish, loss of dignity and more.
The music industry is diverse and rapidly changing. Some artists that lead the charts this year weren’t famous several years ago. Some, on the contrary, will never be forgotten, even if they don’t release new music often (or at all).
If you’re curious about the most famous and richest male and female music celebrities, read further. This article offers ten massively talented names to follow.
It’s quite difficult to distinguish only five famous music celebrities, as there are so many of them in different genres with various and yet always impressive achievements. That’s why this list contains the names of those who were the most successful in 2023.
Taylor Swift
In 2023, Taylor’s Eras Tour set records for being the highest-grossing tour ever by a female artist—all tickets were sold out. This was followed by the success of her concert movie, “Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour,” that came out in October and quickly became the highest-grossing concert film ever.
Just two weeks later, Taylor Swift released a new version of her 2014 album “1989,” called “1989 (Taylor’s Version).” It immediately shot to the top of the charts, selling over a million copies in the first week alone. What’s more, seven songs from the album made it into the top ten of the Billboard Hot 100 chart. As you can see, Taylor Swift had an incredible year, joining the ranks of only a few legendary artists who have had such a huge impact in a single year.
SZA
Technically, SZAs second album, “SOS,” was released in December 2022. However, in 2023, she dropped singles like “Snooze” and “Kill Bill,” which became her first big hit, reaching the top of the charts. The artist’s earlier tracks like “Smoking on My Ex Pack” and “Shirt” also remained popular throughout the year.
“SOS” album demonstrates SZA’s unique style characterized by smooth vocals with electro-blues sounds that mix soul, R&B, and hip-hop. In February, the artists started her SOS Tour that featured songs from the new album along with some from the first one, “Ctrl”. Tickets sold out so fast that the artist’s team decided to add more shows and extend the tour into the fall.
Luke Combs
Luke Combs, a popular country music star from North Carolina, released his fourth album, “Gettin’ Old,” in March and then went on tour to support the album until October. His cover of Tracy Chapman’s song “Fast Car” from 1987 became the biggest hit from this album, reaching number two on the Billboard Hot 100 and number one on the country charts.
However, “Fast Car” wasn’t Luke Combs’s only hit from the album—his song “Love You Anyway,” dedicated to his wife, also reached number one on the country charts.
NewJeans
NewJeans is a new K-pop group that debuted in 2022 and has quickly become a big deal in the music world. Their style mixes sunny vibes, R&B, and electropop with colorful outfits and charming smiles. This formula proved to be a hit as NewJeans won the “Rookie of the Year” award at the Korean Music Awards, along with many other honors.
In August 2023, they became the first female K-pop group to perform at Lollapalooza Festival in the US. Later, in November of the same year, they performed at the Billboard Music Awards. What’s notable about NewJeans is that they aren’t just music influencers—fans and designers also admire their fashion style and draw inspiration from it.
Doja Cat
2023 was a big year for Doja Cat. In September, she released her fourth album called “Scarlet,” which quickly reached number four on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
The main song from the album, “Paint the Town Red,” became Doja Cat’s first solo hit. It reached number one in both the US and the UK and was nominated for a Grammy Award in 2024.
FAQ: Who is the most famous person in music?
This largely depends on the music genre. For instance, Johann Sebastian Bach is considered one of the most famous people in classical music. Michael Jackson is often called the king of pop music, while Frank Sinatra is famous for his jazz songs.
FAQ: Who are the top ten greatest artists of all time?
According to Billboard, these are The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Elton John, Mariah Carey, Madonna, Barbra Streisand, Michael Jackson, Taylor Swift, Stevie Wonder, and Chicago.
Richest music celebrities of 2024
Now that you know who was the most successful last year, you might wonder who the richest music celebrities are these days. Most of them accumulated their income for years, if not decades, but even so, the numbers are very impressive.
These musicians have the most net worth in 2024.
Jay-Z
The rapper’s net worth reached $2.5 billion in 2024. That’s why Jay-Z, whose real name is Shawn Corey Carter, is known as one of the wealthiest musicians in the world. He started his career in Brooklyn in the late 1980s and eventually became a big music mogul. He also has lots of savvy investments in tech and other industries that contribute to his wealth.
Bono
The lead singer of U2 has a net worth of $1.8 billion. Most of his money comes from his musical career, while some comes from business ventures like Elevation Partners. Bono spends a certain amount of his income on activism and charity work. He’s known for his efforts in addressing global issues, especially in Africa.
Rihanna
Rihanna’s net worth reached $1.4 billion. By 2024, the singer has sold over 60 million albums and 215 million digital tracks worldwide and is considered the richest solo female musician. However, Rihanna isn’t just about music; she’s also successful in other areas. Her Fenty Beauty line changed the beauty industry, showing off her business skills.
Andrew Lloyd Webber
Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber, born in London in 1948 has a net worth of $1.3 billion. He earned most of it for his amazing musicals that became huge hits, running for more than ten years on Broadway and in London’s West End. However, a fair share of his income also comes from smart investments.
Paul McCartney
The musician’s net worth is currently $1.2 billion. Sir Paul McCartney’s music journey began with The Beatles, where he was one of the lead singers. He has 18 Grammy Awards and two Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductions, and his influence on music is truly impressive. However, McCartney isn’t just a musician—he’s also good at business. He owns music publishing rights and has a successful solo career. His net worth not only comes from his music, but also from smart investments.
FAQ: Who is the biggest rock music star ever?
This is a difficult question to answer, as there are so many great rock musicians. Some of the biggest names include Elvis Presley, Keith Richards, Mick Jagger, Freddie Mercury, and Paul McCartney.
FAQ: Who is the biggest pop artist in the United States?
While the names might change every year, in 2023, this title went to Taylor Swift, who was named number one pop star of the year by Billboard.
To sum up
No matter how dynamic and competitive the music industry is, there are some names that remain iconic for years and decades. So, most likely, the names from these two lists will stay relevant and well-known for their impact on the music industry even in 2030.
Soulja Boy is sharing his thoughts on Drake following the battle with Kendrick Lamar.
On Tuesday morning (July 16), the “Crank That” hitmaker took to social media with his perspective on the beef. According to Soulja Boy, Drake’s collaborators deserted him in the heat of the battle, claiming none of them came forward to back him.
“You disappointed me @Drake,” Soulja Boy wrote on X (Twitter). “Doing all them weak ass songs with them n##### look where It got u none of them n##### you collab with or took on tour had yo back.”
During the battle, the OVO founder faced multiple attacks from previous collaborators. Among the shots from K. Dot, Drake also took heat from Rick Ross, The Weeknd, Kanye West and others. Additionally, J. Cole famously backed out of the beef, apologizing after dissing Kendrick Lamar.
While Soulja Boy remained neutral during the beef, he went back and forth with Drake’s nemesis, Metro Boomin. He also exchanged words with Drizzy’s frequent collaborator and Her Loss co-creator, 21 Savage.
Nonetheless, one of Soula Boy’s most viral moments stems from his comments about Drake during an appearance on The Breakfast Club in 2019. Draco blew it when told Drake was the biggest rapper in the world before accusing him of biting his flow.
“Draaaaaaake? Draaaaaaaaake?” he yelled. “The n#### that got bodied by Pusha T? The n#### that hiding his kid from the world, but his world want to hide from the kid? Aubrey Graham in a wheelchair? Draaaaaake? Y’all n##### better stop playing with me, man. Y’all talking about the lightskin n#### from Degrassi?”
Bhad Bhabie has revealed that her financial situation is thriving despite the fact that she may be navigating a tumultuous and abusive relationship.
According to a recent report from TMZ, Bhad Bhabie, whose real name is Danielle Bregoli, has disclosed her staggering earnings from OnlyFans, surpassing an impressive $57 million since 2021. Sources confirm the authenticity of these earnings, with receipts backing up the claims.
Bhad Bhabie previously claimed she earned $1 million in her first six hours on the platform—which is ironic, considering she joined OnlyFans six days after she turned 18 in 2021. It’s also worth noting that a significant portion of her income comes from direct messages rather than subscriptions, which illustrates connection with her fans’, who clearly value a personal connection with her.
This financial revelation comes on the heels of Bhad Bhabie publicizing an alleged domestic dispute with her ex-boyfriend and father of her child, LeVaughn. On July 7, the internet personality posted a surveillance video allegedly featuring an altercation with LeVaughn. The clip was captured at 4:30 a.m. local time on June 30 and shows Bhad Bhabie being thrown to the ground. She also shared images of her injuries, revealing a badly bruised eye and abrasions on her face.
The news of Bhad Bhabie snatching millions from the explicit social media content platform has also been swallowed into the saga of Max’s documentary series “Teen Torture Inc.,” which sheds light on her harrowing experience at the Turn-About Ranch rehabilitation center. The series, currently #4 on Max’s Top 10 U.S. shows, delves into the emotional scars she carries from her time there. Bhad Bhabie recently shared an Instagram post featuring a trailer from the series which captures her reflecting on her experience at the center.
“I can speak for myself when I say that I’m still dealing with the effects from my time spent at the camp I was sent to and kept at for six months at 13 years old,” she wrote. “I know there’s also thousands of other people who have suffered abuse mentally and physically at these places that are still suffering.
“These places aren’t a solution to fix your kid. Please do not send them there, they will come back with more trauma. If you don’t believe me, go watch Teen Torture Inc now on @StreamOnMax. Also, go follow and support organizations like @ICAPANetwork that are working hard to help get these places shut down.”
Lil Reese is speaking out following his arrest this past weekend on rape charges, insisting he’s innocent and claiming his accuser is lying.
The Chicago rapper was reportedly released on $100,000 bond after cops arrested him in Los Angeles on Sunday (July 15). An unidentified woman accused Lil Reese of raping her at a hotel in Downtown L.A. following a dinner date.
On Monday night (July 15), Lil Reese took to his Instagram Stories with a statement, proclaiming his innocence and accusing the alleged victim of clout chasing.
“On My sister Ree Ree the whole story cap and made up,” Lil Reese began. “F## I look like this ain’t that. I know better and the same way y’all posting that shi make sure yall post the case get thrown out on my court date they do anything for clout and tryna come up try again 100 100 100.”
Lil Reese also shared a video of himself calmly gazing into the camera while adjusting his durag. “Unbothered like a mf,” he wrote alongside two crying emojis.
Boosie Badazz Reveals Cops Hauled Off Lil Reese In Handcuffs
Boosie Badazz first reported Lil Reese’s arrest, claiming he was at the hotel when cops hauled him off to jail.
“I’m at the hotel downtown, and they just took Lil Reese to jail. He came out handcuffed,” he says in the clip. “Some woman said he lied on him or some s###.”
On Monday (July 15), TMZ reported an unidentified woman accused Lil Reese of forcing himself on her. The woman claims she went back to the rapper’s hotel following a dinner date where he insisted that she have sex with him, despite her refusal.
The woman called the police from the hotel lobby at around 3:30 a.m. local time on Sunday (July 14). Officers arrested Lil Reese at the hotel on suspicion of sexual assault and rape. He was reportedly later released on a $100K bond.
Cardi B has been plagued with pregnancy rumors for the past several weeks as fans claimed the NYC rapper appeared to be sporting a baby bump.
However, she has finally addressed the buzzing speculation, but her response did little to confirm or deny the rumors.
On Monday evening (July 15), Cardi B got into a back-and-forth with her fans, who debated when her sophomore album would drop. One fan jokingly asked Cardi about the swirling pregnancy rumors amid the drama.
“Hey Bardi are you perganant,” they wrote. Cardi took the opportunity to respond, firing back with, “No I’m not perganant.”
While some took it as confirmation the NYC rapper confirmed she is expecting her third child, others were not so easily persuaded.
“Cardi B ends pregnancy rumors?” one fan suggested. “Ohh bardigang we r getting that tourrr. Even if she was pregnant, it’s her business if she wants a child with her OWN body she’s still human so be kind everyone.”
“Lol no friend,” someone replied. “That hottie said ‘perganant’ Cardi ain’t no perganant.”
Lol no friend 😂😂😂 that hottie said "perganant" Cardi ain't no perganant 💀😂😂😂
— TheB*tchWhoBrokeBigRecords 🔥 (@Ma_el11) July 16, 2024
Another fan responded to Cardi B with “’perganant’ ≠ pregnant.”
Cardi B played into the pregnancy rumors while jetting off on a recent trip to Paris. She posted a series of images of herself boarding a plane with a giant Chanel covering her stomach. She also donned an oversized Balenciaga jersey.
Lil Reese is reportedly facing rape allegations following his arrest over the weekend first revealed by Boosie Badazz.
Chicago rapper was arrested on rape charges after an unidentified woman accused Lil Reese of forcing himself on her at a Los Angeles hotel, per TMZ. According to the outlet, Reese was on a dinner date with the woman before the alleged assault.
After going back to a hotel in Downtown L.A., Reese insisted they have sex, but the woman refused. The report also states that Reese forced himself on her despite her refusal to have sex.
The woman is said to have gone down to the lobby immediately after the alleged assault, where she called the police at around 3:30 a.m. local time on Sunday (July 14).
Officers arrested Lil Reese at the hotel on suspicion of sexual assault and rape. He was reportedly later released on a $100K bond.
After the arrest, Boosie shared a video on Instagram claiming cops hauled Lil Reese off to jail.
“I’m at the hotel downtown and they just took Lil Reese to jail,” he says in the clip. “He came out handcuffed. They had all his bags, so if any y’all Lil Reese people, y’all need to check on him. They just took him to jail.”
While Boosie shared his video before reports of the rape allegation, he said he heard a woman was accused of lying about Lil Reese, leading to his arrest.
“Some woman said he lied on him or some s###,” Boosie continued. “Any of Reese’s people, the Grim Reaper people, they just took him to jail downtown L.A. and put him in a car. Y’all need to tap in with your people.”
Joe Biden is addressing Donald Trump’s 2024 presidential campaign, questioning his support from the Hip-Hop community and his statements about “Black jobs.”
The POTUS addressed his political rival during an interview with Speedy Morman for Complex. Morman asked Biden about Trump’s widely ridiculed controversial remarks from last month’s presidential debate.
“A Black job is the same as a white job, the same as any other job,” Biden replied. “But you know what he means by Black jobs. He means menial labor. That’s what he thinks. He thinks he’s gonna sell golden shoes or sneakers. … There’s a reason why we are the most advanced nation in the world, the most progressive nation in the world, and why our economy is the biggest. We’re the only nation in the world that isn’t xenophobic.”
Biden also spoke on Trump courting the support of rappers ahead of the 2024 presidential election.
“Well, I’m not sure he has that allegiance, number one,” Biden said. “Number two, if you look at his record in terms of African Americans and minorities, it’s abysmal the way he handles everything. The answer is, I don’t know if he has hip-hop artists that are supportive of him.”
Biden continued, “But I know that I got started in politics because of the African American community. When I was a kid, I was a young man in high school and college, my state was segregated by law. I got involved in the movement. And the reason I got elected when I was 29 from a very modest background was because of the Black community.”
Both Donald Trump and Joe Biden have been backed by rappers during their election campaigns. Fat Joe and E-40 rallied for the President in North Carolina last month, while Icewear Vezzo and Peezy popped out for Trump in Detroit.
Cardi B attempted to clarify some details about her upcoming album but found herself accused of shading her friend and collaborator Megan Thee Stallion.
Earlier this week, Cardi B teased an announcement about the long-awaited follow-up to 2017’s “Invasion of Privacy.” However, it appears some fans deduced that the album, which Cardi promised to drop in 2024, won’t arrive until much later in the year.
One fan suggested, “An album in autumn/winter will have MUCH LESS chances of getting viral hits and will earn much less streams and sales.”
However, Cardi B caught wind of the post and fired back, insisting artists’ sales have been low this summer generally.
“Please tell me which album been doing good this summer? Since you got your degree and act like you f##### know everything,” she replied.
Not Cardi shading Megan Album sales- mind you the person she replied to is a Hottie pic.twitter.com/Kz4XCihgpq
However, many fans took it as a shot at Megan Thee Stallion, who released her self-titled LP last month, and accused Cardi B of shading her friend.
“Shady wat b####?” she clapped back at one person. “It’s the f##### truth albums are not performing as good in the summer as the ones dropping in the other seasons …The music traffic is insane, there’s thousands of songs releasing and you can’t barely get placement for more then 2 weeks because of so many dropping at a time is STATISTICS… unbend your wrist and think wit your brain not everything is messy and shady weird ass.”
In other since-deleted posts, Cardi B asserted that she isn’t a seasonal artist and has made hits year-round. She also threatened to delay the album until the summer of 2025 and followed up with a Twitter Spaces chat.
“The summer is almost done. I’m not going to give my fans two weeks of pre-orders. I told my label … when I drop my album, everything better be f###### right, from the merch to other things coming out,” Cardi B said. “I didn’t release my first album in the summertime. It was April 6 b####; you were wearing coats in muthafuckin New York on April 6.”
She added, “Ok, so you know what? Maybe I should go with what you say; I’m a just drop next summer because you said so.”
https://youtu.be/T6vdzo8ZDuE?si=Z6B36I4U7RwiMkLh
Despite her clarification, some fans still assumed Cardi B dissed Megan Thee Stallion. Check out some of the reactions below.
megan it’s time to replace cardi weird ass with glorilla cuz that wack ass b#### done tried it too many times! pic.twitter.com/TnnCh7zPod
