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Ozzy Osbourne Heaps Praise On T-Pain: “Best ‘War Pigs’ Cover Ever” 

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T-Pain surprised a few fans with his cover of Black Sabbath’s classic hit “War Pigs,” including “The Prince of Darkness,” Ozzy Osbourne, himself. 

The song features on T-Pain’s latest album On Top of the Covers. The project dropped last March but the rapper and singer shared a live version of the album recorded at West Hollywood’s The Sun Rose. The heavy metal legend has only just caught wind of the project and he loves it.  

Earlier this week, Ozzy Osbourne took to social media to heap praise on T-Pain’s rendition of his song.  

He shared a clip of T-Pain performing the track on X while showing love. “This is the best cover of ‘War Pigs’ ever,” he shared. “Why didn’t you guys call me?” 

T-Pain replied, “You’re always invited. Top of the list, every time!! Thank you so much. Means a lot coming from the greatness himself.” 

On Thursday (January 11) an awestruck T-Pain shared a follow-up post 

“First thing I said was “wow”,” he revealed. “This is an honor and the greatest form of validation. Thank you brother @OzzyOsbourne.” 

The 22-track On Top of the Covers (Live From Sun Rose) and includes renditions of Frank Sinatra’s “That’s Life,” Luther Vandross’ “Never Too Much,” Journey’s “Don’t Stop Believin,’” Chris Stapelton’s “Tennessee Whiskey” and many more.  

T-Pain revealed he wanted to record the album for some time and called it a “gift” for his fans.  

“For all the people who wanted an album of me singing live, this is my holiday gift to you,” he wrote in December. “For the Tiny Desk & Masked Singer fans & everyone in between, you ain’t heard nothing yet Thank you all for supporting me through this wild journey.” 

21 Savage Drops First Solo Album In 6 Years With Young Thug, Lil Durk, Doja Cat & More 

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21 Savage just dropped his first solo studio album in six years, the highly anticipated american dream. 

The project arrived Friday (January 12), clocking in at 50 minutes. The 15-track offering is stacked with guest appearances from the likes of Young Thug, Lil Durk, Doja Cat, Burna Boy and Summer Walker, while Metro Boomin makes multiple appearances.  

21 Savage teased his third solo LP earlier this week with a series of adorable throwback photos of his featured artists as kids. The cover art is a picture of the 31-year-old rapper as a little boy and includes official information like his date of birth, visa application case number, and government name. Stream the project at the end of the page.

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The project serves as the soundtrack for American Dream: The 21 Savage Story, a biopic about his life. The movie stars both Donald Glover and Stranger Things actor Caleb McLaughlin as Savage at different stages of his life.  

On Monday (January 8) 21 Savage shared a four-minute trailer for the movie featuring McLaughlin playing the young 21 Savage while Glover portrays him as an adult. His 2019 ICE arrest is prominently featured in the teaser. The real-life 21 Savage is seen rapping in an interrogation room. 

American Dream: The 21 Savage Story is scheduled for release July 4.

Meanwhile, 21 Savage shared his first solo single, “Call Me Revenge,” last October after years of collaborating with other artists. The single followed his chart-topping album with Drake, Her Loss, and the tour that followed.  

Late last year, the London-born rapper performed his first show in his home city after settling the immigration issues that stemmed from his ICE arrest. He brought the house down at The O2 Arena in London on Thursday, November 30. 

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Gunna Promises New Album With “Substance” To Be Released Soon

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Gunna has provided a brief—yet dense—update on the status of his upcoming album.

On Thursday (January 11), the “Pushing P” lyricist spoke to TMZ during a shopping spree in Beverly Hill. Accompanied by his armed guards, he revealed he’d been working with “various” artists on the follow up to his fan-favorite project, 2023’s A Gift and a Curse. Gunna also teased that the album would contain much more “substance” and confirmed he’d experimented with Afrobeats.

Despite the aspirations Gunna expressed for his new music, the YSL rapper’s previous effort became a commercial success upon release. Gunna actually earned his first Top 10 solo hit on the Billboard Hot 100 chart last year after “Fukumean” rose from No. 12 to No. 8 on this week’s Billboard Hot 100 chart. He currently has four songs that have made it into the Top 10.

Gunna also recently appeared on a AllHipHop’s Top 25 Best Hip-Hop Albums of 2023 list, with our staff describing A Gift and a Curse as “a defining moment for Gunna, solidifying his status as one of the rap greats.”

G Herbo Finally Sentenced In Federal Fraud Case

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G Herbo (real name Herbert Wright) won’t be going to prison. The Chicago-bred rapper was sentenced to three-years probation in Massachusetts federal court on Thursday (January 11) after pleading guilty to conspiracy to commit wire fraud and making a false statement to a federal official. He was also ordered to pay $139,878 in restitution and a $5,500 fine.

G Herbo and five others were charged in a federal grand jury indictment in 2020. They were accused of involvement in a fraud scheme that involved the alleged purchase of private jet charters, lavish car rentals, designer puppies and more with stolen payment and credit card information. Herbo agreed to a guilty plea last year after initially pleading not guilty to the charges. He was additionally charged with making a false statement to a federal official a few months later.

“On social media, Mr. [Herbert] Wright boasted an extravagant lifestyle,” Acting United States Attorney Joshua S. Levy said in a statement. “He gave the impression that his use of private jets, luxury cars and tropical villas were the legitimate fruits of his booming rap career as ‘G Herbo.’ However, his lavish lifestyle was shamelessly built on deceit and fraud using stolen account information that inflicted substantial harm on numerous businesses, leaving a wake of victims burdened with financial losses.”

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Levy continued, “This case should serve as a stark reminder that breaking the law leads to prosecution and accountability, regardless of who you are, how many likes you rack up or how many followers you have.”

G Herbo was originally facing up to 20 years in prison. He has yet to publicly speak on the sentencing.

Don Toliver & Kali Uchis Reveal Their Baby’s On The Way

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Don Toliver and Kali Uchis announced they’re expecting their first child together on Thursday (January 11). The couple unveiled Kali’s pregnancy in the music video for her songs “Tu Corazón es Mío” and “Diosa.”

“Starting our family,” they wrote in an Instagram post. “don’t take too long to get here little pooks, mom & dad can’t wait to share our life with you.”

The video featured the couple’s interactions spliced in with old footage of themselves as children. Viewers got to see a brief glimpse of Don and Kali’s unborn child in an ultrasound image.

Kali discussed her pregnancy in a story published in the De Los section of the Los Angeles Times on Thursday.

“Motherhood is definitely something I always wanted to experience,” she said. “I feel ready for it. I’ve done a lot of necessary healing on myself in the last year. I got sober. I decided to clear myself spiritually, mentally… and, well, that’s when I got pregnant.”

Kali noted it was important for her and Don to maintain their privacy during the early stages of her pregnancy. The two successfully managed to keep it quiet for months.

“We always talked about wanting to have a kid, so we were really happy,” she explained. “[But] I didn’t want to share that journey with just anybody. There’s so many people out there, even within my own family, that don’t wish me well. I didn’t want anybody to know until I felt that my pregnancy was viable. Ask any pregnant woman [why] they’d want to keep it private. It’s such a vulnerable situation.”

Don revealed he was dating Kali in a 2021 interview with W Magazine. The couple collaborated on a few tracks in recent years, most notably “Drugs N Hella Melodies.”

Watch Kali’s video for “Tu Corazón es Mío” and “Diosa” below.

Supa Emcee Of “8 Mile” Fame Arrested For Shocking Murder

By: Justin Ivey Updated Category: News
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Detroit rapper Supa Emcee, a member of the Almighty Dreadnaughtz collective, was arraigned for first-degree murder in Michigan on Wednesday (January 10). According to multiple reports, Supa Emcee allegedly stabbed poet Kelly “Native Child” Mays to death on Sunday (January 7).

Local news outlets in Detroit referred to Mays as Supa Emcee’s girlfriend, but other sources indicated she was his wife. Mays and Supa Emcee identified themselves as a married couple on their personal Facebook accounts.

Wayne County prosecutors accused Supa Emcee, whose real name is Jimmie Brown, of stabbing Mays multiple times with a knife. He allegedly fled the scene after killing her. He turned himself in to the Westland Police Department later that day.

Police found Mays dead in her apartment on Sunday. They observed lacerations to her chest and neck. The victim’s family released a statement about her death.

“It is with a heavy heart that the Mays family announces the passing of Kelly (Native Child) Mays,” the family said. “Kelly was tragically taken away from us on January 7, 2024. Kelly was a fierce advocate for mental health and victims of domestic violence. She was also a world-class speaker and poet. She lived an extraordinary life out loud and on purpose filled with adventure, laughter and love. She is and will be missed.”

Supa Emcee, who battled Eminem in a deleted scene from the movie 8 Mile, suffered a serious brain injury in a car crash in 2020. Last year, Detroit’s NBC affiliate published a story detailing his recovery after losing his memory in the crash.

The 46-year-old rapper remains in jail for his alleged role in the death of Mays. He was denied bond in the murder case.

Supa Emcee’s next court date is scheduled for January 25. He faces life in prison if convicted of first-degree murder.

Charlamagne Tha God Calls Angela Yee “Irreplaceable” As Breakfast Club Co-Host Search Fizzles

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Charlamagne Tha God acknowledged he’s searching for answers about The Breakfast Club’s future on the popular radio show. Charlagmane and co-host DJ Envy wondered why no one was hired to be their permanent co-host more than a year after Angela Lee left the show.

“You know what I’m so confused by?” Charlamagne said. “We spent all last year rotating guest co-hosts, and I thought we were rotating guest co-hosts before we let God decide who was supposed to be in here. Now, it’s 2024. What happened? Did we just say F it, there’s not going to be another co-host? I can’t take talking to [Envy].”

Envy admitted he thought the process would not take so long.

“At first, it was gonna be a couple of months, right?” Envy said.

Charlamagne responded, “No, it was never gonna be a couple of months. That was y’all’s idea. I always said a year.”

Charlamagne praised Yee as he continued discussing the slow-moving process to find a new co-host. He questioned if there were actual plans to bring in a co-host or if the show would simply continue with him and Envy.

“I said it’s gonna take at least a year,” he said. “‘Cause Angela Yee, what I always say, she’s irreplaceable. So, the person coming here is not replacing someone—if there’s somebody coming here. That’s my whole point of having this conversation. What the hell happened?”

He added, “This is why I’m confused. I don’t know what the hell’s happening, if anything is happening at all.”

Comedian Jess Hilarious, who guest hosted the Breakfast Club on multiple occasions, claimed she secured the co-hosting gig in December. But Charlamagne and Envy’s comments cast doubt on her supposed hiring unless they were trolling their audience and knew she was joining their staff soon.

Kodak Black Judge Aims To Keep Him In Jail Despite Proof He Didn’t Possess Cocaine

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A Broward Circuit Court judge intended to send Kodak Black back to jail if he’s released from a federal detention center in Florida. According to the Miami Herald, Judge Barbara Duffy ordered him to be placed in jail if another judge granted his release from federal custody at a hearing on Wednesday (January 10).

Kodak Black faced the tough predicament despite proving he did not possess cocaine when a Broward County officer arrested him in December 2023. He was initially charged with cocaine possession after the officer found a “white chunky substance” in his vehicle. The substance allegedly field-tested positive for cocaine.

Prosecutors did not pursue the cocaine charge but officially charged Kodak with possession of oxycodone on Monday (January 8). Kodak’s lawyer Bradford Cohen claimed the 26-year-old rapper had a prescription for the drug. Cohen condemned prosecutors and the arresting officer on Tuesday (January 9).

“As stated when this new case first was filed, this was not cocaine and the officer was lying about his observations,” Cohen wrote on Instagram. “We finally got the lab report…its oxycodone that Kodak had a prescription for and not an illegal substance. Knowing that the officer substantially misrepresented his observations, the Broward State Atty Office still filed the charge. Unbelievable and it will not be tolerated. This level of abuse of power by the arresting officer is disgusting. We will be seeking a new bond hearing and addressing these unethical practices by the police department.”

Kodak, whose legal name is Bill Kapri, is scheduled to have a hearing for the revocation of his supervised release in his federal case on January 22. U.S. District Judge Jose Martinez will preside over the hearing.

Former President Donald Trump commuted Kodak’s sentence in a federal gun case in 2021, but the Capitol Records artist remained on probation. Kodak landed back in custody for violating his probation in December 2023.

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Theron Thomas Reflects On 2024 Grammy Nomination For Songwriter Of The Year

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Theron Thomas was nominated for Songwriter of the Year at the 2024 Grammys, the only Black nominee in this category. But it’s not the first time. Last year, Thomas was nominated for seven Grammys, even taking home the trophy for Record Of The Year for his contributions on Lizzo’s viral smash “About Damn Time.”

So who is Theron Thomas? A proud Caribbean, Thomas was born and raised in St. Thomas in the Virgin Islands, before relocating to the United States to pursue music. Coming up alongside his brother, Timo Makaveli, as one half of the duo Rock City (inspired by their hometown), Thomas is walking proof that hard work, dedication and passion pays off. 

To date, Thomas is responsible for a slew of megahits, including “Seven” for BTS Jungkook and Latto, “All My Life” for Lil Durk and J. Cole,  “Man Down” for Rihanna, “We Can’t Stop” for Miley Cyrus, “I Don’t Mind” for Usher,” and many more. 

The singer, songwriter, producer calls himself “Billie Goat.” AllHipHop spoke with Theron Thomas during his last work day before the holiday season, catching up at Westlake Studios in Los Angeles. Read below as we discuss his background, getting nominated this year, wanting to work with Jay-Z and more.

AllHipHop: Who’s Billie Goat?

Theron: Me baby! Just a shittalker man. Love entertaining, love making people laugh. Me and my brother had a record with Adam Levine that dropped in 2014 called “Locked Away” poduced by Dr. Luke and Cirkut, who produced our whole album.

AllHipHop: One billion views… let’s go!

Theron: One billion views! 900 million streams. Almost at a billion screens. We’re gonna have a billion on YouTube, a billion on Spotify. Hit them with the 2 billion right quick. I’m super excited about that, because they told me and my brother we definitely wasn’t gon’ get a hit. We got a super slapper!

AllHipHop: Who told you?

Theron: The music business. We’ve been in it for so long we came. I graduated high school in 2000, moved to Miami. Stayed there for nine months, went to Atlanta. We’re Caribbean people in America, trying to maneuver, pop music. American music. Just how far we came, we’re an anomaly. We’ve definitely been told like “yeah, that s### y’all trying to do ain’t really what we’re looking for.”

AllHipHop: How far apart are you and your brother?

Theron: Ten months apart. We’re super close. We’re Irish twins. He’s a Capricorn. We’re going to be the same age on January 17, then I’m going to pass him on March 13 and be a little bit older.

AllHipHop: Why Rock City? 

Theron: St. Thomas Virgin Islands is nicknamed Rock City. We’re from St. Thomas. St. John is Love City. St. Croix is Twin City. I tell people, we from Rock [laughs].

AllHipHop: Is this what you always wanted? Did you ever think you’d be here now? 

Theron: Since I was 9 years old. I didn’t know I was going to be a songwriter. But when I came to the States, when my first kid was born, I was s### scared. I was 21, like wtf? How am I going to take care of a kid? I used to say, “Yo God, I want to be rich and famous, have super smashes and tour the world. But if that’s not your plans for me, I just want to wake up every day and make music. If you can make it so I could do that, you won’t hear no complaints out of me.” I wake up every day and make music, so I have nothing to complain about.

AllHipHop: When did you fall in love with music?

Theron: I’ve always loved music. As a little kid, my parents would play Hip Hop and R&B. They had a little vinyl at the house they’d play. But when I fell in love like I want to do this, I want to sing myself: Kris Kross baby. Jermaine Dupri and Kris Kross, when I saw the ”Jump” video. They were kids. I was a kid like wait a minute, I could do that. Aw s###, y’all crazy! Since then, I’ve had a bullseye vision on it, lazered in and I’ve never let up off of it. Till I’m where I’m at right now.

AllHipHop: How does it feel to get that Songwriter of the Year Grammy nomination?

Theron: Man, it feels incredible. Because last year was the first year and I wanted it so bad. It’s crazy because last year, I had seven nominations. We won Record of the Year” with “About Damn Time” by Lizzo, I was so happy. I wanted to win a Grammy because previously, two years before, I lost my dad. Lost my father-in-law. COVID happened, it was a tough, crazy time for everybody. 

When my dad was a kid, he told me, “When you grow up, you’re gon’ do this. You’re gon’ do that. You’re gon’  win a Grammy. You gon’ have a hit, you gon’ do that.” I went on this mission in life where ain’t nobody will call my daddy a liar. He was my hero. Bruh, I want to win a Grammy. When I didn’t get nominated for Songwriter of the Year, it came up and I was so disappointed. Lizzo, Lizzo, Lizzo. Did I really get nominated? Then “Big Energy,” Latto.

AllHipHop: You did that song? 

Theron: Mmhmm. Wait a minute, did I just get nominated seven times. What is going on? We won Record of the Year, I was super grateful. I really, really wanted Songwriter of the Year. This year, I thought I wasn’t gonna get it. I was in a studio with a bunch of songwriter and producer friends. They said when you’re doing stuff like that, you gotta campaign. You gotta let people know you.” What? I didn’t know I had to do that! Damn, I’m not gonna get nominated. Well, next year, I know what I gotta do. Next year, I’ma do what I need to do. Because I want to at least be nominated, I’m really working hard. 

Usually I watch the Grammy nominations, I film it and it’s a big thing. I post it. I’m not gonna get nominated, so I went out with my friends and overslept. My publisher called me at 8 a.m. screaming on the phone: “Theron, Theron!” You got nominated for Songwriter of the Year!” What did you say? Oh my God. I’m calling all my friends. It was insane. I literally said, “Oh man, I gotta work hard, because next year will be my year. I’ma get nominated next year.” Then I was super psyched because when I look, I’m the only Black person in the category.

AllHipHop: That’s huge.

Theron: That’s huge! I felt so good. Again, in the year before, shout out to Nija and The Dream. They were nominated.That’s the first time the category’s ever been invented. It’s new, I really wanted it. This year, I’m looking. I’m nominated next to people like Justin Tranter, Edgar Barrera. These are people I’m already fans of, I’ve worked with, that I’ve met, that we’ve talked. I’m looking at them like yo, you see the little chocolate in there. Spice that thang up. I’m super happy and very proud of, of, of what I’ve accomplished in the last year. I’ve been really going crazy. 

AllHipHop: Three things you need in the studio at all times? 

Theron: Lights. Don’t like moody lights. I don’t like them dim, I don’t like candles. I want all the lights on. Water, definitely need some water. And a great engineer. If we’re going to put it in order, it goes engineer, lights, water. 

AllHipHop: Any goals at this point of your career?

Theron: The one artist I want to work with is Jay-Z. That’s my favorite artist.

AllHipHop: Is he even making music right now?

Theron: I don’t know what he’s doing. Again, I’m a hit person. Meaning people call me because “Yo, we want a big crossover song like that.” I can have track 19, end credits. I just want Shawn Carter and Theron Thomas names to be in the same — because I’m truly such a fan, from a kid to now. I want to work with him. But other than that, I’ve hit majority of my goals. If I have any other if I have any more goals man, I hope to be around for longer than they expect me to be around. That’s my goal.

AllHipHop: Favorite Jay-Z song all time?

Theron: “Mama loved me, pop left me/Mickey fed me/Annie dressed me/Eric fought me/Made me tougher.” “Momma Loves Me.” That’s my favorite song off The Blueprint.

HoneyKomb Brazy’s Social Media Swept By Feds Before Arrest—Grand Jury Charges Pending

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HoneyKomb Brazy could be facing additional grand jury charges. According to FOX 10 WALA, the rapper was being monitored by authorities prior to his recent arrest.

On Monday (January 9), a judge determined prosecutors had obtained enough evidence for a grand jury to consider a gun charge against Brazy. Mobile County sheriff’s deputies arrested Brazy on December 18, 2023 after a traffic stop in which authorities found two firearms in his vehicle. During the hearing, a federal agent testified that police had been expecting Brazy because his social media was being monitored in connection to several other cases.

Brazy and his legal counsel continue to maintain that he was unaware the two gentlemen he was arrested with, who were hired by his team to be his security detail, were felons. In a statement to the press, Brazy’s attorney also questioned why federal agents were getting involved in a traffic stop and accused authorities of “ganging up” on his client.

This is far from Brazy’s only legal concern at the moment, though. Brazy was hit with a federal gun charge a month after he was arrested for indecent exposure. He was accused of exposing himself to a corrections officer while he was in jail in 2021. The charge was dismissed on last month, just a few days before his latest arrest. The alleged victim didn’t want the case to move forward.

There’s a parole hold in Brazy’s case, which may be his only hope should he win the case, based on a state court conviction which orders him to be detained in the jurisdiction for the federal case.

SIGNS: Ecuador May Be Under “Internal Armed Conflict” After Live TV Broadcast Attack

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The entire country of Ecuador is under a heightened state of alert after countless violent and armed attacks have derailed nearly every facet of normal society.

Masked men stormed the set of a public television channel, held hostages and brandished guns and explosives during a live broadcast earlier this week. Prisoners allegedly took over a facility and executed guards by hanging and worse. There has also been a wave of abductions of police officers. The president issued a decree declaring the country entered an “internal armed conflict” following the wave of violence.

It’s being speculated that the event were sparked by apparent prison escapes of two of Ecuador’s most powerful drug and gang leaders. However, at least 20 groups were identified as “terrorist” gangs or groups in the president’s recent decry.

Check out video of the unrest below.

Sanaa Lathan To Play Psychic Readers Network’s Miss Cleo In New Drama Series

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Sanaa Lathan is best known for starring in movies like The Best Man, Love & Basketball and the Hip-Hop-themed Brown Sugar. The veteran actress will reportedly take on the role of the late Youree Dell Harris (aka Miss Cleo) next.

According to Deadline, Sanaa Lathan partnered with Legendary Entertainment to develop a drama television series about Miss Cleo. Lathan will also serve as an executive producer for the project.

The Psychic Readers Network hired Youree Dell Harris to portray Jamaican mystic Miss Cleo in commercials for the pay-per-call-minute service. Miss Cleo’s popular catchphrase “Call me now!” became part of the 1990s pop-culture lexicon.

Sanaa Lathan’s Miss Cleo will cover the rise of Youree Dell Harris to infomercial legend and the fall of the Psychic Readers Network. In 2002, the Federal Trade Commission accused the company’s owners of deceptive advertising, billing, and collection practices.

“The lesson in this case is that companies that make a promise in an ad need to deliver on it – whether it’s about availability, performance, or cost,” J. Howard Beales III, Director of the FTC’s Bureau of Consumer Protection, stated at the time. “I’m no psychic, but I can foresee this: If you make deceptive claims, there is an FTC action in your future.”

Youree “Miss Cleo” Harris passed away on July 26, 2016, at the age of 53 from colorectal cancer. The HBO Max streaming platform released the Call Me Miss Cleo documentary about her life in December 2022.

Sanaa Lathan began her acting career in the 1990s. She scored a 2022 Primetime Emmy Award nomination for her work in HBO’s Succession. The Outstanding Guest Actress in a Drama Series honor went to Squid Game‘s Lee Yoo-mi that year.

Gillie Da King Responds To Rumors He Sacrificed His Son For Illuminati Membership

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Gillie Da King lost his son, YNG Cheese, in 2023. The 25-year-old rapper was shot in Philadelphia on July 20 before being pronounced dead at a local hospital.

Since his passing, conspiracy theorists on the internet have questioned the nature of YNG Cheese’s death. Unsubstantiated speculation claimed Gillie Da King sacrificed his child as part of an Illuminati ritual.

Gillie spoke about those baseless rumors while appearing on The Pat Bev Podcast with Rone. The January 10 episode of the show also featured Gillie’s Million Dollaz Worth Of Game partner, Wallo.

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“What type of n##### is y’all? Sitting around talking about the Illuminati sacrifice and all that dumb-ass s### online,” Gillie Da King expressed. “Illuminati came down North Philly and killed my son? Shut the f### up, goofy-ass n#####.”

The father of four living children also said, “I got m############ kids. He got brothers and sisters that gotta see that s###. Gotta see some dumb s### like that online ’cause you n##### trying to get views and likes.”

Gillie Da King also warned anyone pushing that false narrative about his late son. He declared, “One day [Wallo’s] gonna lighten up and I’m gonna tear y’all ass up. I’m gonna light y’all the f### up. I’m gonna give y’all all the fame you’re looking for. Trust me.”

Wiz Khalifa Admits Showing Up To Parent-Teacher Conferences High

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Wiz Khalifa had no problem letting the world know he smokes marijuana before sitting down with his 10-year-old son’s teachers. The “See You Again” hitmaker made that admission during a podcast interview.

Alexandra Cooper recently spoke to Wiz Khalifa for the Call Her Daddy show. Throughout the interview, Cooper asked the 36-year-old recording artist about his weed consumption.

Khalifa talked about being a daily cannabis smoker since his high school days. At one point, he also discussed attending Sebastian’s parent-teacher conferences while under the influence of marijuana.

“Hell yeah. I’m pulling up stoned. They expect it,” Wiz Khalifa told Alexandra Cooper. “They know what’s up. It’s not like back in the day where you’re considered a bad parent if you smoke weed. I’m pretty sure my son smells like weed. I don’t know because I can’t smell it but I’m pretty sure he smells like pot.”

Wiz Khalifa built part of his personal brand around weed. His discography includes pot-themed projects such as 2009’s Burn After Rolling, 2010’s Kush & Orange Juice and 2011’s Rolling Papers.

Additionally, the Pittsburgh-bred rapper launched a marijuana strand called Khalifa Kush. The company presented its first flower sales in 2016. Khalifa Kush also offers pre-rolls, vapes, edibles and concentrates.

Last year, Wiz Khalifa took part in the High School Reunion Tour alongside fellow weed enthusiast Snoop Dogg. The two MCs previously teamed up in 2012 for the Mac & Devin Go to High School stoner comedy movie and soundtrack.

“Yeah, I’m pulling up stoned. I’m pulling up high because I want them to connect with the real me. They’re not going to get a fake version of me or this made-up parent that society makes you think that you’re supposed to be. I am who I am,” Khalifa stated on Call Her Daddy.

Lil Nas X Posted Fake College Acceptance Letter Liberty University Spokesperson Says

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It appears Lil Nas X once again trolled the world as he continued the rollout for his upcoming “J Christ” single. His so-called “Christian Era” included the rapper claiming Liberty University accepted him as a student.

Jerry Falwell Sr. founded Liberty University as a private evangelical Christian institution. The Lynchburg, Virginia-based school released a statement to TMZ about Lil Nas’s alleged Jerry Falwell-signed acceptance letter.

“We can confirm that Liberty University did not issue the Montero Hill [Lil Nas X] ‘acceptance letter’ posted yesterday to social media, and we have no record of Montero Hill applying to the University,” the Liberty spokesperson stated.

The statement continued, “Liberty University exists to glorify God by equipping men and women in higher education in fidelity to the Christian faith expressed through the Holy Scriptures.”

Lil Nas X’s “J Christ” promotion has included various religious references. The 24-year-old Georgia native angered many Christians, including professional boxer Ryan Garcia, with his tongue-in-cheek antics.

“I know Twitter hates me right now but I want y’all to know I’m literally about to go to college for biblical studies in the fall. Not everything is a troll! Anyways, I’M A STUDENT AGAIN! LETS GOOO,” Lil Nas tweeted on Tuesday (January 9).

X (formerly Twitter) fact-checked Lil Nas X’s tweet. The community note read, “This is an altered image. Jerry Falwell, the former president of Liberty University, passed away in 2007. The current President of Liberty University is Dondi E. Costin.”

AllHipHop Presents Battle Rap Superlatives: The Best Of 2023 

By: AllHipHop Staff Updated Category: Exclusives
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As we begin 2024, it’s time to contribute to our annual superlative lists, where fans get to vote on battle rap’s top contributors in 2023.  

CLICK HERE TO VOTE FOR YOUR FAVES

AllHipHop.com prominently features and celebrates battle rap and its artists throughout the year, not just when drama arises in the culture. We spotlight the scene, highlighting the talented wordsmiths, hardworking league owners and other valued contributors who all help drive the culture forward.  

These lists articulate the unfiltered opinions of the culture’s most devoted fans and ignite fervent discussions within the battle rap community.  

The categories are detailed below, with a link to the survey here and at the end of the page. The survey ends on January 14, so make sure you get your vote in while there’s still time!    

Top Battle Rap Event of the Year  

What cards stood out above all others over the last 12 months?   

There’s a plethora of captivating events to choose from, with the leagues putting on plenty of entertaining cards. We can’t forget the culture uniting for KOTD’s celebration of fallen battle rap legend Pat Stay on the Stay Forever card.  

Or The Riot, making history with three male Champion of the Year winners taking on their female counterparts on one card. Consider all the events iBattle has thrown this year or the URL Rookies and Sophomores showing out on their own card or RBE making The Blue Room a mainstay.  

The fans have a tough job deciding which of these amazing events or the many others will take the No. 1 spot.  

Fan Top Favorite/Preference Battle Rappers of the Year (Female and Male)  

This co-ed list allows fans to pick the rappers whose performances they couldn’t get enough of. The lyricists they watched time and time again, had heated debates over and captured their attention all year.   

There are plenty of names, male and female, to choose from. 

Top Best Breakout Rappers of the Year  

A whole slew of fresh faces exploded onto the scene in 2023, captivating audiences with their star potential.  

Who are the five emerging talents forcing fans to sit up and take notice? 

Top Most Impactful Moments, Happenings, or Movements of the Year  

What was the culture talking about in 2023?  

There was no shortage of memorable happenings in battle rap for fans to consider. Will C3 leaving the Chrome 23 tournament $25k richer make the cut? Or what about A. Ward bringing out the “Glock 40” for Aye Verb? How about The Trenches debut? Or URL settling its years-long lawsuit with Norbes? 

Where will fans rank Gecchi Gotti’s 3rd round for Eazy The Block Captain or the resulting viral controversy that sent shockwaves through the battle rap community and beyond? Or will the Top. 6 of URL’s The Crucible Movement get a vote for their impactful year?  

We are listening and can’t wait to hear what you, the fans, say. 

Top Battle Rap Media of the Year  

Battle rap fans consume a range of diverse media, from Analysts, Reporters, Op-Editors/Vloggers, and Talk Shows. But who are the Top. 5 media personalities who have made enough noise to get the fan vote? 

Choose carefully because this is one list that always causes controversy. People argue over the outcomes, but the fans get to determine who makes the list. In the past, we’ve noticed that people raise their game to make the cut, leaving the fans as overall winners.  

Remember fans … you are all in control.   

While many say it doesn’t count because it’s a popularity contest- that’s how metrics are run- by who the people say entertains them the most, and we are here for it. 

Top Female Battle Rappers of the Year  

Select the women who stole the spotlight and spent all year at the top of the game. 

The women commanded so much attention in 2023 that they had many in their feelings at the prospect of a woman challenging for the COTY title. Despite it being a co-ed competition, men have won the coveted award since its inception, dominating the rankings with no woman ever being named in the Top. 10. However, the possibility of multiple women entering the discussion this year or evening winning shows the strength of the women’s competition this year. 

And it’s not just the biggest names who shone brightly in 2023. Emerging stars, returning favorites and many talented women in between earned their stripes and were on their grind. Bars & Roses burst onto the scene, making an explosive start in their mission to spotlight female rappers. Fans celebrated the return of Queen of the Ring’s iconic boxing ring on a card stacked with the best of the old school and new. 

Top Male Battle Rappers of the Year  

Which five male battlers stood out from the crowd this year? 

The competition in this category is stiff, with many in the running and the landscape shifting several times throughout the year. Some early frontrunners have faded while others kept pace and finished on a high.  

Expect a tightly-fought race this year. Fans are championing some unexpected names for their consistently dominant performances. This list will be super competitive this year, so decide wisely. 

Top Battle Rap Leagues of the Year (Small, Medium & Large)  

Who are the leagues that kept you thoroughly entertained in 2023, delivering outstanding cards, platforming the most gifted rappers, developing talent and helping to push the culture forward at every level of the game? 

Battle of The Year  

Which battles of the last 12 months had you going back for more, over and over again? 

Fans are spoilt for choice this year. There are so many outstanding battles and memorable performances to choose from that narrowing the list down to just five is no easy task. Rappers from all leagues, at every level, male and female alike, displayed their skills in clashes that shook buildings card after card.  

From battles featuring Mount Rushmore candidates to breakout performances from rising stars, battle rap fans were immensely entertained in 2023.  

This one won’t be easy, and we’re looking forward to hearing your Top. 5! 

Haymaker of The Year  

The best battle rappers expertly weave rhymes into knockout punches, scoring major points and bringing the roof down. 

What are the haymakers that had you jumping out of your seat, punching the arm of the fan next to you or screaming at YouTube in 2023? There were men and women winding up and landing dazzling punches on every league, but which five make the list?  

Freestyle of the Year   

Something gone wrong in the middle of the battle? Annoying heckler interrupting the performance? Opponent talking through rounds?  

In all of the above cases, or when a battle just can’t let something their opp said slide, a freestyle is the ideal response. The most skilled rappers deploy these off-the-dome strikes to neutralize an attack or capitalize on some unexpected disturbance.  

2023 brought us some room-shaking freestyles, and we want to hear your favorites.  

Body of the Year  

Who are the rappers that lost so badly in 2023 that the culture has them getting bodied? 

There were some eye-watering losses over the last 12 months, and some of your faves lost every round of a battle in stunning fashion. 

Who has the biggest bodies of 2023? 

Upset Win of the Year  

Who came into 2024 with the most unlikely win of the past year? 

2023 saw some highly surprising victories from rappers who surpassed expectations, upsetting the apple cart with a win over the odds-on favorite. Which underdogs are worthy of a place in the Top. 5? 

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Charlamagne Tha God Calls Out NBA YoungBoy Over Fatherhood Comments

By: Yohance Kyles (@HUEYmixwitRILEY) Updated Category: News
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NBA YoungBoy had a lot of people talking after making some remarks about not being “big on fatherhood,” including Charlamagne Tha God who shared his thoughts on a recent episode of The Breakfast Club. His comments sparked backlash directed at NBA YoungBoy. Consequently, Charlamagne Tha God called him out.

“He has 11 kids but he’s not really big on fatherhood,” Charlamagne stated during the “Donkey of the Day” segment. “I didn’t know I had to say this, but my brothers, that is wack. What bothers me about statements like this is that NBA YoungBoy talks that gangsta talk in his records. Not only does he talk that gangsta talk, he talks that big-money talk. In the words of Jay-Z, ‘A man that don’t take care of his family can’t be rich.’”

NBA YoungBoy currently lives in Utah as he serves court-ordered home detention. The man born Kentrell DeSean Gaulden still faces a federal criminal firearm case in Louisiana.

“You have 11 responsibilities and you cannot abandon your obligation as a parent because you have other plans,” Charlamagne Tha God expressed. “The music can’t come before the children. The money can’t come before the children. It just can’t. No matter how big you think you’re doing it, you’re not doing it big at all if you’re not big on fatherhood.”

Waka Flocka Flame Faces Backlash From Fans After Making New Romance Instagram Official

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Waka Flocka Flame debuted his new boo on Instagram this week, but many of his fans refused to accept the new romance and called for him to reunite with his ex-wife, Tammy Rivera. Flocka took to Instagram Wednesday (January 10) with a picture of himself posing with his new girl outside of a helicopter.

“Crazy bout Big MeL,” he wrote in the caption alongside a red heart. 

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While many in the comment section began playing detective in an effort to identify the mystery woman, others longed for him to get back together with his ex.  

“WHERE THE F### IS TAMMY , I’m SICK,” wrote one while another said, “Waka don’t p### me off , who is this lady.” A third added, “Idk but I feel like only Tammy is for waka. I love Tammy & imma stick beside her.”

One comment that garnered almost 5,000 likes in 10 hours read: “When some celebrities move on it don’t be looking right.” 

Waka Flocka saw the backlash and added a comment of his own, saying, “If y’all really loved me and Tammy respectfully can y’all respect our personal life’s.”   

Rivera’s daughter Tammie, who the rapper helped raise since she was tiny, also defended her parents. “Leave my father alone,” she wrote. “He is happy and my mother is happy both in separate relationships.” 

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Once the new romance was official, Waka Flocka’s girlfriend shared some recent memories of them on her IG Story. “My favorite person,” she wrote alongside a video of the couple collapsing into a ball pit.  

Little is known about Flocka’s new girlfriend, but her Instagram bio claims she’s an “educator” with “6 degrees.” Waka Flocka Flame and Tammy Rivera reportedly separated in 2021. 

NBA YoungBoy Accuses Baton Rouge Police Of Corruption: “Everybody Case Dropped But Mine”  

By: London Jennn Updated Category: News
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NBA YoungBoy is lashing out against Baton Rouge police, claiming he’s being subjected to “modern day slavery,” by corrupt cops who have no evidence against him.  

The Motown Records artist is currently on house arrest in Utah. He was arrested in 2020 and charged with possession of a firearm by a convicted felon and unlawful possession of an unregistered firearm. 

Taking to Instagram Live Wednesday (January 10), NBA YoungBoy said he’s innocent but he’s being mistreated by unscrupulous cops.  

“The f###### law is corrupt,” YB claimed. “Baton Rouge’s police is corrupted. I don’t give a f###. All the f###### police are criminals. Everybody case dropped but mine. What that tell you?” 

Comparing his treatment to “Modern day slavery,” NBA YoungBoy insisted cops have no evidence but are still attempting to keep him “pinned down.” 

“The whole muthafuckin law enforcement are criminals,” he added. “I got way more s### on my mind than what you p#### b###### talking about.” 

NBA YoungBoy addressed his case during his recent candid interview with Bootleg Kev.  

“I’m kind of set on going to jail right now, so I don’t really think about [the future] too much,” he explained. “I guess that is my life. I don’t let it bother me or no s### like that. You make the bed you lay in.” 

NBA YoungBoy’s attorneys argued his case was linked to the infamous arrest of four Baton Rouge police officers. The cops, from the since-disbanded Street Crimes unit, were accused of using excessive force on a man in custody. In addition, they allegedly destroyed evidence to cover up their misdeeds. 

YoungBoy’s trial is scheduled to begin in July.  

Young Buck Can’t Understand What He Did To Upset 50 Cent: “Is He Trying To Ja Rule Me?” 

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Young Buck is confused over where it all went wrong with 50 Cent. 

The former G-Unit member addressed his issues with 50 Cent, claiming he doesn’t know why his old boss is putting out “false narratives” and “discrediting” him. 

He discussed the situation during an interview with Steve-O on the Wild Ride podcast. “I don’t know what I did to make him actually want to see me not feed my children,” Buck said.  

He also addressed the “bogus” $250,000 debt Fiddy claimed when Buck filed for bankruptcy in 2020. According to Young Buck, he was late to record the podcast because he received a call that 50 Cent was pushing ahead with his attempt to collect the alleged debt, despite Buck saying Fiddy missed two or “three deadlines” and he is wrapping up his bankruptcy case.   

Claiming his issues with 50 Cent result from “misunderstandings” and not beef, Young Buck continued. 

“We was once brothers. I’ve always looked at you as big bro,” he added. “Yes, I made mistakes too but I’ve never did anything to try to take food out of your mouth or stop you from eating. See how aggressive he is to me, is he trying to Ja Rule me?” 

On Wednesday, AllHipHop exclusively reported a bidding war has slowed the sale of Young Buck’s music catalog.  

Structured Assets Sales objected to the sale to Middleton Open Season Partners, claiming it could pay more than the winning bid of $740,000. 

Meanwhile, 50 Cent continues taking shots at Young Buck, dissing him on his Final Lap Tour last year.