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December 22, 2023
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Lil Wayne Names Nicki Minaj The “GOAT Young Money Artist” Over Drake

[ad_1] Lil Wayne will forever go down in history as the “Best Rapper Alive,” but he’s a GOAT label owner. As the founder of Young Money, Weezy was able to put on a slew of talented artists, including two of the biggest artists in the world: Drake and Nicki Minaj. [embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=daSKPlrfdsY[/embed] Most recently, Lil Wayne hopped on Complex’ GOAT Talk alongside 2 Chainz. The two recently unveiled their highly-anticipated collaborative project titled Welcome 2 Collegrove. When asked who Wayne considers the “GOAT Young Money artist,” the “Lollipop” rapper didn’t hesitate in...

December 22, 2023
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Young Thug’s Dad Has Sharp Words for Lil Baby After He Dissed Gunna: ‘He Needs to STFU’

[ad_1] Young Thug’s father isn’t holding back words toward Lil Baby after he recently dissed Gunna. In case you missed it, Lil Baby shaded his former friend on stage. Baby was on stage performing when “Drip Too Hard,” a collaboration with Gunna, played. Lil Baby said onstage, “Fuck the rats.” Nah lil baby dissed gunna on stage when “Drip too hard” came on 😳😳😳“f*ck the 🐀 turn that 💩 off” pic.twitter.com/H8YLkmMLFh— Shannonnn sharpes Burner (PARODY Account) (@shannonsharpeee) December 4, 2023 Speaking in an interview, Thugger’s father, Jeffrey Williams Sr.,...

December 22, 2023
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A Look at Why Sampling in Hip-Hop Sounds More Familiar Than Ever

[ad_1] Nothing NewSampling in hip-hop has been going on since the genre’s inception, but in 2023, it’s been more prevalent than ever. If everything sounds familiar, it’s because it definitely is.Words: Grant RindnerEditor’s Note: This story appears in the Winter 2023 issue of XXL Magazine, on stands now.The formula for making a hip-hop hit is easier than ever: all you need is a different hip-hop hit. While sampling has always been essential to rap music, a new trend has permeated every corner of hip-hop: rappers liberally sampling other rap songs. From pop crossover acts like Saweetie (“My Type,” “Tap In”) to gritty street staples like Peezy (“2 Million Up”), these types of songs have...

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December 22, 2023
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Today In Hip Hop History: DMX Dropped His Third LP ‘…And Then There Was X’ 24 Years Ago

[ad_1] On this date in 1999, rap phenomenon DMX released his third studio effort entitled …And Then There Was X on the Def Jam/Ruff Ryders imprint. With production from the likes of Harlem trendsetter Dame Grease, Swizz Beatz, and of course the Ruff Ryders’ generals Dee and Waah, this timeless classic went five-time platinum within a year and received a Grammy nod for Best Rap Album in 2001. It has been X’s best-selling album to date. The sophomore single, which eventually catapulted to the album’s lead single, “Party Up...

December 22, 2023
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Bun B, Conway The Machine and More – New Hip-Hop Projects

[ad_1] The holiday season has arrived. While many people take time this week to relax with their families, the holidays can also be ushered in with some brand-new releases. This week, two rap veterans join forces yet again for a new album, while a Buffalo MC with four projects under his belt this year returns one last time before 2023 is out.Bun B and Statik Selektah Return With Trillstatik 3On Friday (Dec. 22), Bun B and Statik Selektah reunited for the third edition of their Trillstatik series. Trillstatik 2 was an expansive affair, boasting features from Dave East, Big K.R.I.T., Termanology, Boldy James, Papoose and many more. The Trillstatik sequel was recorded live in New York, and the Trillstatik...

December 22, 2023
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Ari Lennox Celebrates One Year of Sobriety: ‘Thank You To My Fans’

[ad_1] Ari Lennox is celebrating a full year of sobriety. Hitting social media, Lennox revealed that she originally drank alcohol to get through a flight, soon realizing she didn’t need it. “I decided December 18th 2022, would be the day I got clean,” Lennox said. “You know what I realized after 1 year of many sober flights? I never needed alcohol to get through the flight. “I thought I needed alcohol to escape my reality and to cope. I needed an excuse to drink and not feel the pain of...

December 22, 2023
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Iggy Azalea Calls Out Playboi Carti for Video With Onyx

[ad_1] Iggy Azalea is calling out Playboi Carti after he shared a heartwarming video of himself spending quality time with their 3-year-old son Onyx.Iggy Azalea Reacts to Playboi Carti and Onyx VideoIggy Azalea and Playboi Carti's soured relationship is well documented. On Thursday (Dec. 21), the Aussie rapper reacted to a video montage shared on social media that shows Carti spending time with the rappers' son. Iggy called Carti out for the video, implying he spends limited time with their little one."It's cool how you can fit damn near every visit into just one video," she commented on the video. "Talented!"Read More: Playboi Carti Shares Texts He Received From "God"Iggy Azalea Calls Out Playboi Carti...

December 22, 2023
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Nicki Minaj’s “Blessings” Tops Billboard Gospel Charts

[ad_1] Nicki Minaj has been on many charts. Today, she has found herself on top of one she never led before: the Hot Gospel Chart. According to Billboard, Minaj’s “Blessings,” a Pink Friday 2 collaboration with gospel star Tasha Cobbs Leonard, has hit No. 1. Billboard notes the single pulled in 3.1 million U.S. streams and 3,000 downloads, taking over both the Gospel Streaming Songs and Gospel Digital Song Sales charts. Nicki Minaj & Tasha Cobbs Leonard’s ‘Blessings’ Arrives Atop Hot Gospel Songs Chart https://t.co/Ao22zEdvZ8— billboard (@billboard) December 19, 2023...

December 22, 2023
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Chrisean Rock Claims Blueface Assaulted Her During Son’s Drop-Off

[ad_1] Chrisean Rock claims that her son's father Blueface punched her multiple times while she was dropping off their kid.Chrisean Rock Claims Blueface Assaulted Her During Meeting to Drop-Off SonOn Thursday (Dec. 21), Chrisean hopped on Instagram Live and claimed that Blueface had invited her over that morning to his Los Angeles home. Chrisean obliged in the hopes that Blue was willing to babysit their shared son Chrisean Jr. She later alleged to her IG followers it was merely a set up.Blueface apparently turned hostile the minute Chrisean Rock arrived with their baby. The rapper also hopped on his Instagram Live when she arrived, and in one of the videos below can be seen clowning Chrisean in...

December 22, 2023
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Common Honored With SoundExchange Music Fairness Award

[ad_1] SoundExchange, the premier music tech organization powering the future of music, announced today that award-winning artist, actor, author, and activist Common was honored with the SoundExchange Music Fairness Award for his advocacy with the American Music Fairness Act (AMFA). “Common is a master lyricist, respected by his peers in the art form, and an outspoken advocate for creators,” said Michael Huppe, President and CEO of SoundExchange. “He is also an accomplished actor, poet, and philanthropist, all while advocating for performers’ right to be paid when their music is...