Watch The Trailer For Hbo’s Dmx Documentary
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Watch The Trailer For HBO’s DMX Documentary

Chad Mauli

DMX takes the spotlight in HBO’s new documentary, Don’t Try to Understand. Directed by Chris Frierson, the film follows a year in the life of the rap legend as he worked to rebuild his career after his release from prison for tax evasion in January 2019. In the first trailer, Earl Simmons is seen navigating business meetings, a tour, and family life, with never-before-seen footage and conversations with DMX and those closest to him. “My goal is to be an inspiration to someone that I don’t know,” says X, who…

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Saweetie Drops New Single ‘Icy Chain’
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Saweetie Drops New Single ‘Icy Chain’

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Icy Season is here. Ahead of her “SNL” debut tomorrow, Saweetie drops her new single “Icy Chain.” On the bossy anthem, which clocks in under two minutes, the ICY GRL shows no lack of confidence. “I think I know why they mad at me / I’m pretty, I’m in every city, but won’t hit the club unless it’s a bag for me,” Saweetie boasts over the thumping bass line before the hook kicks in: “Twerk that ass for a icy chain.” A video has been shot for “Icy Chain,” which…

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Young Dolph’s Partner Mia Jaye Shares Touching Tribute Following Rapper’s Death
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Young Dolph’s Partner Mia Jaye Shares Touching Tribute Following Rapper’s Death

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Mia Jaye is mourning the death of Young Dolph. A day after the rapper was shot and killed in Memphis, Young Dolph’s longtime partner and father of her kids shared a touching tribute on Instagram Stories. “God give me strength… Adolph I love you with all my heart and soul,” she wrote before thanking Dolph’s supporters for their well wishes in the wake of the tragedy. “Thank you to everyone for all of your prayers, love, support, calls, messages… I may not see them all but when my eyes are…

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Young Dolph Shot And Killed In Memphis
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Young Dolph Shot And Killed in Memphis

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Young Dolph is dead after a shooting in Memphis. Law enforcement sources tell FOX13 that the 36-year-old rapper was shot and killed on Wednesday afternoon. The shooting occurred at Makeda’s Butter Cookies. Dolph reportedly walked in the store to buy cookies when a vehicle pulled up and opened fire through a front window, striking the rapper. Video of the crime scene has surfaced on social media. Dolph’s camouflage Lamborghini can be seen in the parking lot of the Memphis strip mall. https://twitter.com/CeCeMonroeBadd/status/1461046704178970631?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1461046704178970631%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_c10&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rap-up.com%2F2021%2F11%2F17%2Fyoung-dolph-shot-killed-memphis%2F https://twitter.com/JeremypierreFOX/status/1461049685976793094?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1461049685976793094%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_c10&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rap-up.com%2F2021%2F11%2F17%2Fyoung-dolph-shot-killed-memphis%2F Bankroll Freddie appeared to confirm the report.…

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Watch French Montana’s L.A. Leakers Freestyle
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Watch French Montana’s L.A. Leakers Freestyle

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Before he drops his new album They Got Amnesia on Friday, French Montana is giving fans a reminder. During his visit to Power 106’s L.A. Leakers, he served up a “6-piece” freestyle over Mobb Deep’s “Back at You,” Drake’s “No Friends in the Industry,” LL Cool J’s “I Shot Ya” and “The Truth,” and a pair of Notorious B.I.G. cuts, “You’re Nobody (Til Somebody Kills You)” and “Long Kiss Goodnight.” He shouted out Quavo and Saweetie (“Word to Quavo / Every Saweetie had to tap in”) and Gucci Mane (“Back…

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Travis Scott, Drake Hit With $750 Million Astroworld Lawsuit
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Travis Scott, Drake Hit With $750 Million Astroworld Lawsuit

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Travis Scott has been named in a $750 million lawsuit filed on behalf of 125 Astroworld victims, including Axel Acosta, who was killed at the Nov. 5 festival in Houston. The suit, filed by Buzbee Law Firm in Houston Civil Court on Tuesday, seeks damages for loss of mental and physical health and loss of human life, and lists Live Nation, Apple, Epic Records, and the Harris County Sports and Convention Corp. as defendants. Drake, who joined Travis on stage as a special guest during his set, is also named…

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Post Malone And The Weeknd Face Off In ‘One Right Now’ Video
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Post Malone And The Weeknd Face Off In ‘One Right Now’ Video

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Post Malone and The Weeknd fight to the finish in the video for “One Right Now.” Directed by Tanu Muino (Cardi B, Lil Nas X), the dark and graphic clip finds the two superstars in a deadly shootout. The Weeknd kicks off the bloodbath before Posty pulls out his massive weapon and opens fire on his targets. After slaying their opponents, they come face to face in the final battle. “One Right Now” debuted at No. 6 on the Billboard 200 and has generated nearly 100 million streams in less…

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Summer Walker Shares Support For Danileigh Amid Dababy Fight
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Summer Walker Shares Support For Danileigh Amid Dababy Fight

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Summer Walker is coming to DaniLeigh’s defense in the wake of her domestic dispute with DaBaby. Following their on-camera fight, which resulted in DaBaby calling the cops on his baby mama, the “Ex for a Reason” singer seemingly spoke out against DaBaby’s actions. “Damn, ni**as really ain’t shit. Seeing shit like that really make my chest hurt…. brings a bitch flashbacks.. #stilloverit Ima pray for her,” Summer wrote on Instagram Stories. She also reached out directly to Dani to offer her support. “@iamdanileigh no cap whatever you need hit me,…

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Snoop Dogg Reveals ‘The Algorithm’ Tracklist
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Snoop Dogg Reveals ‘The Algorithm’ Tracklist

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The stars align for Snoop Dogg’s new album The Algorithm. The hip-hop icon has revealed the tracklist for his Def Jam debut. The 25-track collection showcases Def Jam’s roster of talent including Fabolous, Jadakiss, Dave East, and YK Osiris. Snoop’s supergroup Mount Westmore, including Ice Cube, E-40, and Too $hort, join forces on the lead single “Big Subwoofer.” Redman and Method Man reunite on “Alright,” while Uncle Snoop taps Usher and Eric Bellinger for “New Oldie.” Def Jam’s newest signee, Benny the Butcher, links up with Jadakiss and Busta Rhymes…

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Kanye West Says He Wants To Buy America
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Kanye West Says He Wants To Buy America

Chad Mauli

Kanye West is on a mission to buy America. During the second part of his headline-making “Drink Champs” interview, N.O.R.E. brought up a conversation he had with Ye where he told him, “I want to buy America.” “You wasn’t supposed to bring that part up,” joked Ye before confirming his vision. “I’m going to.” https://youtu.be/7IavRTSxvRo He didn’t go into detail, but part of his grand plan includes more land ownership and building communities. He already owns two ranches with 12,000 acres in Wyoming, one of which he recently listed for…

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Kendrick Lamar Returns To The Stage, Hints At New Album
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Kendrick Lamar Returns To The Stage, Hints At New Album

Chad Mauli

Kendrick Lamar takes Vegas. The Compton kingpin returned to the stage for his first show of 2021 and first U.S. concert in two years at the Day N Vegas festival on Friday (Nov. 12). “It has been 365 days, times two, since I’ve seen you,” the reclusive star told the crowd at the Las Vegas Festival Grounds, where he last performed in 2019. Decked out in all white crochet, oklama was joined by 16 men clad in maroon blazers as well as ballerinas as he powered throughout his 90-minute set,…

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Listen To Beyoncé’s New Song ‘be Alive’
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Listen To Beyoncé’s New Song ‘Be Alive’

Chad Mauli

Beyoncé comes alive. Queen Bey returns with “Be Alive,” her first release of 2021, which soundtracks the upcoming movie King Richard starring Will Smith. The empowering anthem samples The Door’s “Five to One,” which JAY-Z famously sampled on “Takeover,” and plays in the emotional final scene of the Venus and Serena Williams biopic. “It feels so good to be alive, that’s why I live my life with pride,” she sings on the drum-heavy track. “Can’t nobody knock it if they tried / This is our souls personified.” “Be Alive” marks…

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Rick Ross Returns With ‘outlawz’ Featuring Jazmine Sullivan & 21 Savage
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Rick Ross Returns With ‘Outlawz’ Featuring Jazmine Sullivan & 21 Savage

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The Bawse is back. Rick Ross rounds up Jazmine Sullivan and 21 Savage for “Outlawz,” the first single off his upcoming 11th studio album Richer Than I Ever Been. Over a triumphant instrumental, produced by AraabMuzik and Fabian Marasciullo, Rozay roars as Jazmine lends her powerful pipes to the hook. “You hold the gun, I’ll take the wheel / If you say go, you know I will / And though this love has its flaws, we’re forever outlaws,” she sings. Richer Than I Ever Been, Rozay’s first album since 2019’s…

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Dababy Drops New Project ‘Back On My Baby Jesus Sh!T Again’
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Dababy Drops New Project ‘Back On My Baby Jesus Sh!t Again’

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DaBaby is back on his BS. Following the controversy over his homophobic remarks at Rolling Loud, the rapper returns to the spotlight with his new project Back on My Baby Jesus Sh!t AGAIN. The 6-track set features collaborations with 21 Savage (“Sticked Up”) and Kodak Black (“Levels”). “6 SONGS ALL HITS , NO SKIPS,” declared DaBaby. DaBaby is taking the show back on the road. His “Live Show Killa Tour” kicks off Nov. 26 in Chicago. He can also be heard on the remix to Coi Leray’s single “TWINNEM.” Stream…

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Travis Scott Sued By 9-Year-Old Victim Who Was ‘trampled’ At Astroworld
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Travis Scott Sued By 9-Year-Old Victim Who Was ‘trampled’ At Astroworld

Chad Mauli

A 9-year-old boy is among the youngest victims of the Astroworld tragedy. Eight are dead and hundreds were injured including Ezra Blount, who was “trampled” and separated from his father while attending Travis Scott’s festival on Friday. The boy is currently in a medically-induced coma and on life support at a children’s hospital in Houston. Ezra’s grandmother tells Rolling Stone that her grandson was being carried on the shoulders of his dad, Treston Blount, when the two became trapped in the crowd surge that started shortly after Scott took the…

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Summer Walker Slams London On Da Track For Taking Credit For Her Album
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Summer Walker Slams London On Da Track For Taking Credit For Her Album

Chad Mauli

Summer Walker is putting London On Da Track on blast again. On Friday, the R&B songstress released her sophomore album Still Over It, which features writing and production from her ex-boyfriend, who also inspired her new music. London, who is credited on nine songs including “Bitter,” “Ex for a Reason,” and “Throw It Away,” acknowledged his role in the album’s creation and content by reposting a fan’s comment on his Instagram Stories. “London on Da Track the first ni**a in history to get paid off his own diss album,” read…

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Drake Shares Statement After Astroworld Tragedy
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Drake Shares Statement After Astroworld Tragedy

Chad Mauli

Drake is breaking his silence amid the tragedy at Astroworld. For the first time since eight people died and hundreds were injured following a crowd surge during the Houston festival, the Toronto rapper has issued a statement via Instagram. “I’ve spent the past few days trying to wrap my mind around this devastating tragedy,” he wrote on Monday night. “I hate resorting to this platform to express an emotion as delicate as grief but this is where I find myself. My heart is broken for the families and friends of…

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Nick Cannon Responds After Saweetie Says She ‘wants Some Babies’
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Nick Cannon Responds After Saweetie Says She ‘wants Some Babies’

Chad Mauli

Nick Cannon may be looking to add to his family of seven. On Saturday, Saweetie sent out a tweet that caught the attention of her nearly 2 million followers including the “Wild ‘N Out” star. “I want some babies,” tweeted the “Best Friend” rapper. https://twitter.com/Saweetie/status/1457102146084618245?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1457102146084618245%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_c10&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rap-up.com%2F2021%2F11%2F07%2Fnick-cannon-responds-saweetie-babies%2F Cannon took the opportunity to shoot his shot with Saweetie, responding with a series of emojis including the thinking face, ninja, laughing, and hand raised. However, it’s unclear if Nick is her type as Saweetie has yet to respond. https://twitter.com/NickCannon/status/1457205042222546950?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1457205042222546950%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_c10&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rap-up.com%2F2021%2F11%2F07%2Fnick-cannon-responds-saweetie-babies%2F The new daytime talk show…

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Travis Scott Speaks Out After Astroworld Tragedy
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Travis Scott Speaks Out After Astroworld Tragedy

Chad Mauli

Travis Scott is speaking out in the wake of the tragedy at Astroworld. For the first time since at least eight people died and hundreds were injured during the festival in Houston on Friday night, the rapper released an on-camera statement via his Instagram Stories. “I just want to send out prayers to the ones that was lost last night,” a distraught Scott said as he rubbed his face. “We’re actually working right now to identify the families so we can help assist them through this tough time. My fans…

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Jay-Z Reacts To Kanye West’s ‘drink Champs’ Interview And ‘copycat’ Comments About Just Blaze
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Jay-Z Reacts To Kanye West’s ‘Drink Champs’ Interview And ‘Copycat’ Comments About Just Blaze

Chad Mauli

Kanye West is not only taking aim at Big Sean and Drake, he also had words for Just Blaze. During his infamous “Drink Champs” interview, N.O.R.E. asked Ye to choose between Swizz Beatz and his fellow Blueprint producer. “Swizz Beatz definitely because Just Blaze is a copycat,” Ye responded. “He gets credit for The Blueprint and I did the first half of The Blueprint and he just copied my half. Look where I’m at today, look where he at today.” While promoting Netflix’s The Harder They Fall on Twitter Spaces,…

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