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

Chad Mauli

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

Chad Mauli

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

Chad Mauli

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’

Chad Mauli

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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Big Sean Claims Kanye West Owes Him $6 Million
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Big Sean Claims Kanye West Owes Him $6 Million

Chad Mauli

Big Sean claims Kanye West still owes him millions of dollars. Following Kanye’s explosive interview with N.O.R.E. and DJ EFN on “Drink Champs,” in which Ye said signing Sean to G.O.O.D. Music was the “worst thing I’ve ever done,” Sean has responded to his former label boss. “Was just wit this man, he ain’t say none of that!!! And this was after the interview! I’m dying laughing at you @kanyewest,” Sean tweeted after Ye’s comments aired on the Revolt podcast. https://twitter.com/rapalert4/status/1456454721154297859?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1456454721154297859%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_c10&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rap-up.com%2F2021%2F11%2F05%2Fbig-sean-claims-kanye-west-owes-him-6-million%2F https://twitter.com/BigSean/status/1456459914272931844?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1456459914272931844%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_c10&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rap-up.com%2F2021%2F11%2F05%2Fbig-sean-claims-kanye-west-owes-him-6-million%2F Sean, who has since ended his relationship with…

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Silk Sonic Reveals ‘an Evening With Silk Sonic’ Tracklist
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Silk Sonic Reveals ‘An Evening With Silk Sonic’ Tracklist

Chad Mauli

Get ready for An Evening With Silk Sonic. Bruno Mars and Anderson .Paak have revealed the tracklist for Silk Sonic’s highly-anticipated debut album. The 9-track set includes the chart-topping hit “Leave the Door Open,” plus the singles “Skate” and “Smokin Out the Window,” which they dropped on Friday along with a video. https://twitter.com/BrunoMars/status/1456695603627323394?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1456695603627323394%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_c10&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rap-up.com%2F2021%2F11%2F05%2Fsilk-sonic-an-evening-with-silk-sonic-tracklist%2F Other tracks include “Fly as Me,” “777,” and the closer “Blast Off.” Despite rumored features with Ariana Grande and Donald Glover, the only collaboration listed is “After Last Night” with Thundercat and Bootsy Collins, who serves as…

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Dababy Announces ‘Live Show Killa Tour’
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Dababy Announces ‘Live Show Killa Tour’

Chad Mauli

DaBaby is returning to the road. In the wake of his homophobic scandal, the rapper has announced a headline tour. Presented by Rolling Loud, the “Live Show Killa Tour” is set to kick off Nov. 26 in Chicago and will travel across the country through next year. The 22-date trek will make stops in Philadelphia, Atlanta, Boston, Detroit, and Nashville before wrapping Feb. 6 in Los Angeles. “THE SHOW YOU THOUGHT YOU’D NEVER SEE AGAIN,” DaBaby wrote while acknowledging the controversy. View this post on Instagram A post shared by…

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Tory Lanez Fails To Reach Plea Deal in Megan Thee Stallion Assault Case
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Tory Lanez Fails To Reach Plea Deal in Megan Thee Stallion Assault Case

Chad Mauli

Tory Lanez’s felony assault case will proceed after he failed to reach a plea deal. Despite attempts to resolve the case, the Canadian rapper will head to court to face live testimony next month alleging he shot Megan Thee Stallion. According to Rolling Stone, Tory Lanez’s defense lawyer Shawn Holley appeared in a Los Angeles courtroom Wednesday and agreed to return with her client on Dec. 14 for his preliminary hearing, which would be necessary to send the case to trial. Last month, prosecutors said Lanez was in “meaningful discussions”…

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Jay-Z Joins Instagram
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Jay-Z Joins Instagram

Chad Mauli

It’s taken him six years, but JAY-Z is officially back on Instagram. The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee launched his new Instagram page on Tuesday (Nov. 2) under the @jayz handle. In less than 24 hours, he had over 2 million followers. His Instagram profile displays a throwback pic of a young Hov. His first post was promoting the movie and soundtrack he produced, The Harder They Fall. In his IG Story, he shared a countdown to the Netflix premiere of the Western film, which stars Jonathan Majors,…

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Kerr Yen
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Reggaeton Artist, Kerr Yen, Robbed At Gunpoint in front of Recording Studio in Miami

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Latin artist, Kerr Yen, who has worked with a number of platinum artists including Ñejo, Anonimus, Chucky73, and J Alvarez was robbed by two armed men at gunpoint in front of a recording studio. The suspect fled in a truck described as a gray-colored pickup after shots were fired. The robber was described as a Hispanic man between the ages of 20 and 30 years old with short, cropped hair who was wearing a black shirt and blue jeans. The Puerto Rican rapper is signed with Ikon Music and was…

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Drake Shows Off Diamond Emoji Chain
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Drake Shows Off Diamond Emoji Chain

Chad Mauli

Drake loves his emojis. After debuting the emoji-filled cover for Certified Lover Boy, the OVO boss has now added an emoji chain to his collection. The diamond-covered necklace features 23 iced-out emoji charms including an owl, devil, piano, pill, tongue, heart, skull, eggplant, and the pregnant woman emoji, which is famously featured on his Damien Hirst-designed album cover. But making the chain was no easy task, according to the jeweler. “@champagnepapi thank you for trusting us with the project wasn’t easy but I think we killed it,” wrote NYCLUXURY, who…

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