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R. Kelly’s Legal Team Investigating Release Of ‘I Admit It’ Album

Chad Mauli Dec 10, 2022

R. Kelly’s surprise album even surprised him. On Friday, a mysterious 13-track project called I Admit It appeared on Spotify, Apple Music, and other streaming platforms featuring unreleased music, including the three-part title track on which the incarcerated singer addresses his sexual assault allegations. However, it turns out that the album was an unauthorized release and was not uploaded by Kelly or his label. According to TMZ, Kelly’s legal team has launched an investigation to find out how the music got out. His criminal defense attorney, Jennifer Bonjean, is looking…

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A$AP Rocky Announces New Album ‘Don’t Be Dumb’

Chad Mauli Dec 10, 2022

A$AP Rocky’s new album is coming ASAP. The rapper returned to the stage during a performance for Amazon Music Live on Thursday night. As Rihanna, Tyler, the Creator, and Snoh Aalegra looked on, he performed fan favorites like “Praise the Lord,” “Everyday,” “LSD,” and “Sundress,” and brought out special guests including $NOT for “Doja” and 2 Chainz for “Fu**in’ Problems.” https://www.instagram.com/p/Cl9hoLIy3FC/?utm_source=ig_embed&ig_rid=f3d03cbe-6615-4272-b9dd-b20cd71c39e2 During the live-streamed performance, which aired across the globe, he performed his latest release “Shittin’ Me” and debuted three new songs including “Rowdy Rod Piper,” “Mushroom Cloud,” and “Same…

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The Weeknd Previews New Song For ‘Avatar’ Sequel

Chad Mauli Dec 8, 2022

The Weeknd is lending his voice to one of the most anticipated movies of the year. The singer has recorded “Nothing Is Lost (You Give Me Strength)” for Avatar: The Way of Water. Written by The Weeknd and produced by Swedish House Mafia, along with Simon Franglen, the epic song soundtracks the long-awaited sequel to James Cameron’s 2009 blockbuster. Ahead of its release on Dec. 15, a snippet can be heard in a new trailer. “I thought I could protect you from paying for my sins / You give me…

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Cardi B Says Anxiety Is Delaying Her Album

Chad Mauli Dec 8, 2022

Cardi B’s anxiety is getting the best of her. It’s been over three years since the “WAP” rapper released an album, and she admits that the pressure is getting to her. While live on Instagram, she opened up about the anxiety that has come along with success, and how it has the affected her creative output. “Before, I’m not even gonna front, like around 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, I used to love to make music, but now, making music to me has become a job that gets me anxiety,” she…

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Lil Uzi Vert Gives JT A Rolls-Royce For Her 30th Birthday

Chad Mauli Dec 6, 2022

Lil Uzi Vert knows how to spoil his girl. In honor of JT’s 30th birthday, the Philly rapper surprised his girlfriend with a Rolls-Royce Cullinan. JT was overcome with emotion as Uzi presented her with the keys to her shiny new black ride, which costs upwards of $350,000. In a video clip that surfaced on social media, JT was seen giving her man a big hug as friends gathered around for the surprise presentation during her Comic-Con-themed birthday bash on Saturday night. https://twitter.com/uziawge/status/1599775064676630528?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1599775064676630528%7Ctwgr%5Ec0828db1f30c8f4491dc9bc1f6bf5a51feb2ae7c%7Ctwcon%5Es1_c10&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rap-up.com%2F2022%2F12%2F05%2Flil-uzi-vert-gives-jt-rolls-royce-30th-birthday%2F A generous Uzi also gave his boo…

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SZA Reveals ‘S.O.S.’ Album Tracklist

Chad Mauli Dec 6, 2022

It’s finally happening. On Friday, SZA will release her first album in five years, S.O.S. Fresh off her “SNL” performance, the singer has revealed the tracklist. The 23-track set includes appearances from Don Toliver and Phoebe Bridgers. SZA reunites with her “Love Galore” collaborator Travis Scott on “Open Arms,” while the late Ol’ Dirty Bastard is featured on the closer, “Forgiveless.” https://twitter.com/sza/status/1599843127803584512?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1599843127803584512%7Ctwgr%5Ea187be46aeea479b96ff19f0db25cee9849d4994%7Ctwcon%5Es1_c10&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rap-up.com%2F2022%2F12%2F05%2Fsza-sos-tracklist%2F Leading up to the album’s release, SZA dropped a series of hit singles including “Good Days,” “I Hate U,” and “Shirt.” She also debuted “Blind” during “SNL.” “I…

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DJ Khaled Pays Tribute To Takeoff: ‘I’m So Happy To Call You My Brother’

Chad Mauli Dec 4, 2022

Long live Takeoff. Following tributes from Quavo, Offset, and Drake, DJ Khaled honored the late Migos rapper during his headlining set at the Soundstorm Festival in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on Friday night. “We’re gonna pay tribute to my brother. I’m sending my love to the Migos, QC,” Khaled said as photos of Takeoff were shown on the giant outdoor screens. “Rest in peace to my brother, Takeoff.” He told the crowd to light up the sky with their phones as he reflected on their friendship. “Takeoff, we love you brother.…

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Nick Cannon Hospitalized For Pneumonia

Chad Mauli Dec 4, 2022

Nick Cannon is recovering from pneumonia. On Friday, the “Masked Singer” host shared photos of himself in a hospital bed, revealing that he had come down with pneumonia amid his ongoing battle with lupus. “Okay, so I guess I’m not Superman… I promised myself I would never be back at this place again… But this is a great lesson to take care of YOU or YOU won’t be able to take care of everyone else,” he wrote in his caption. Cannon, who was diagnosed with lupus 10 years ago, said…

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Metro Boomin Returns With New Album ‘Heroes & Villains’

Chad Mauli Dec 2, 2022

A hero returns. Metro Boomin is officially back in action with his new album Heroes & Villains. The star-studded sequel to 2018’s Not All Heroes Wear Capes features an A-list cast of characters including The Weeknd, Travis Scott, Future, and Chris Brown. The Weeknd and 21 Savage join forces on “Creepin’,” which samples Mario Winans’ 2004 classic “I Don’t Wanna Know,” while Chris Brown and Future connect on “Superhero (Heroes & Villains).” Travis Scott makes four appearances on “Niagara Falls” with Savage, “Trace” with Young Thug, and “Lock On Me”…

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Latto And GloRilla Tear Up The Club On New Single ‘FTCU’

Chad Mauli Dec 2, 2022

Latto closes out her big year with a bang. Fresh off touring with Lizzo, Big Latto links with GloRilla and Gangsta Boo on her new single “FTCU.” Over a sample of Three 6 Mafia’s 1995 hit, produced by D.A. Got That Dope, the ladies show out. “F**k the club up / I might stand up on your shit and f**k a dub up,” raps Latto. In the accompanying video, they do just that, hitting the strip club and making it rain during their wild night out. 2022 has been a…

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Nas And 21 Savage Drop Surprise Collaboration ‘One Mic, One Gun’

Chad Mauli Nov 30, 2022

One love. Nas and 21 Savage are showing that there’s no love lost between them. After 21 sparked controversy with his comments about Nas’ relevancy, the two come together on their surprise collaboration “One Mic, One Gun.” Over the triumphant Hit-Boy-produced beat, 21 starts off by referencing the controversy. “When you turn a legend, no such thing as relevance / They must’ve forgot that I’m a new rapper that got integrity,” he raps before adding, “I ain’t going against no legend / I’m tryna be next in line.” https://youtu.be/VMZefv4Vrwg Hot…

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Kanye West And Kim Kardashian Settle Divorce, Ye To Pay $200,000 A Month In Child Support

Chad Mauli Nov 30, 2022

Kanye West and Kim Kardashian have finally settled their divorce. Nearly two years after Kim filed for divorce, the former couple has reached an agreement on child custody and property-related issues. The settlement came on Monday, the evening before Ye was scheduled to be deposed ahead of a possible trial next month. According to TMZ, Kim and Kanye will share joint custody with “equal access” to their four children—North, Saint, Chicago, and Psalm. However, sources tell the outlet that the kids will spend most of their time with Kim, something…

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Meek Mill And Rick Ross Squash Beef, Reunite On Stage

Chad Mauli Nov 28, 2022

Meek Mill and Rick Ross are burying the beef. The rappers reunited on stage during Saturday night’s “Meek Mill + Friends” concert at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia. Amid their rumored fallout, Rozay hit the stage with Meek for a surprise performance of “Ima Boss.” https://twitter.com/Cheamane/status/1596885543241256960?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1596885543241256960%7Ctwgr%5E0d89d201ae0be9547523b8b3bc2c55beae6a9885%7Ctwcon%5Es1_c10&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rap-up.com%2F2022%2F11%2F27%2Fmeek-mill-rick-ross-squash-beef-reunite-on-stage%2F Wearing a floor-length black fur coat, Rozay had the crowd going wild as he delivered his verse on their 2011 collaboration. He also thrilled fans with his own hits including “B.M.F. (Blowin’ Money Fast),” “I’m Not a Star,” and “Hustlin.” Meek reemerged and the…

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Watch Lil Wayne’s Daughter Reginae Rap Her Favorite Verse From Her Father

Chad Mauli Nov 28, 2022

Reginae Carter is spittin’ bars. Lil Wayne’s daughter proved that talent runs in the family. HipHopDX caught up with the 23-year-old at the Soul Train Music Awards and asked her to rap her favorite Weezy verse. Not missing a beat, Reginae chose “La La,” the David Banner-produced cut off Wayne’s 2008 classic Tha Carter III, which she inspired. “My daughter be the twinkle of my eye / You hurt her, you kill me, I ain’t ’bout to die,” she rapped while channeling her father. “See y’all are at ground, and…

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The Best Sneakers of 2022 (So Far)

Chad Mauli Nov 27, 2022

Unfortunately, you still can’t really talk about sneaker releases—how they come and go—without talking about the supply chain issues still interrupting them. The global footwear industry remains unsettled. The sneakers you’re expecting may not show up when they’re supposed to, or they may not show up at all. Through those obstacles, though, there have been plenty of exciting shoes in the first half of the year. These are the sneaker releases that you have to talk about when you talk about 2022, or at least the first six months of…

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NBA YoungBoy Says He’ll Never Rap Again For $100 Million

Chad Mauli Nov 26, 2022

NBA YoungBoy is putting money over music. The Baton Rouge rapper has announced that he would give up his rap career for $100 million. He posted an Instagram Story showing himself holding up his hard drive containing his music, revealing that he would quit for nine figures. “You can have it for 100million and I’ll never rap again on everything,” YoungBoy wrote in his caption. https://www.instagram.com/p/ClV_VUTO7JE/?utm_source=ig_embed&ig_rid=6077be75-226a-45df-bbab-ead5d9d12352 While he may not have $100 million, YoungBoy recently inked a lucrative deal with Motown. Terms have not been disclosed, but Variety reports that…

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Offset Shares New Tribute To Takeoff: ‘Missing Everything About You’

Chad Mauli Nov 25, 2022

Offset is missing Takeoff. Three weeks after the tragedy rocked the hip-hop community, Offset continues to mourn the loss of his cousin and fellow Migos member. On Wednesday, Offset took to Instagram to share another emotional tribute. He posted a photo of a smiling Takeoff wearing a grey suit and his signature shades. “Missing everything bout you specially that smile,” wrote Offset. https://www.instagram.com/p/ClRwZXuPzZT/?utm_source=ig_embed&ig_rid=c26e99a2-fc02-4b01-a245-5305b32549dc Prior to that, he shared a series of photos of himself while reflecting on his new reality. “Life will never be the same #LL 🚀 4L,” he…

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Ice Cube Confirms That He Lost $9 Million Movie Role Because He Refused COVID Vaccine

Chad Mauli Nov 23, 2022

Ice Cube lost out on a $9 million payday because he refused to get the COVID-19 vaccine. During an interview with the “Million Dollaz Worth of Game” podcast, the rap veteran confirmed a previous report that he was up for a role alongside Jack Black in the comedy Oh Hell No, but backed out after the film’s producers requested the cast and crew get the COVID-19 vaccine. “I turned down a movie ’cause I didn’t want to get the motherfu**ing jab. I turned down $9 million,” he revealed. “F**k that…

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DaBaby Unleashes Freestyle Over Lauryn Hill’s ‘Doo Wop’

Chad Mauli Nov 23, 2022

DaBaby is back with more bars. After flexing over Latto’s “Big Energy,” the rapper takes it back to 1998 with a freestyle to Lauryn Hill’s “Doo Wop (That Thing).” Over The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill track, the six-time Grammy nominee declares himself the “best motherfu**in’ rapper” before shouting out the “mamas, aunties, and grannys.” On his two-minute flow, he addresses his controversial past and the lessons he’s learned. “I already did it before, but I’m back more wise and a lil’ more patient,” raps Billion Dollar Baby, while also responding…

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Fetty Wap Goes Viral With New Single ‘Sweet Yamz’

Chad Mauli Nov 21, 2022

Just in time for Thanksgiving, Fetty Wap is serving up a feel-good anthem. On Friday, the 1738 rapper returned with his new single “Sweet Yamz,” his first release as a lead artist since 2021. “Can I get to the yams? / Sweet yams / Show me the way,” he sings on the melodic track. “‘Cause I got bills to pay / Can I get to the yams?” If the song sounds familiar, that’s because it’s a remake of 2021’s “Yamz” by Masego and Devin Morrison. “I really connected with the…