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15 of the Best Events Celebrating Hip-Hop’s 50th Anniversary.

[ad_1] Hip Hop HoorayWords: Trent FitzgeraldEditor’s Note: This story appears in the Winter 2023 issue of XXL Magazine, on stands now.Hip-hop has been the cornerstone of New York City's culture since its evolution in the Bronx in the 1970s. Since then, the world has been exposed to a cultural movement that has expanded beyond the initial four elements of hip-hop: MCing, DJing, breakdancing and graffiti. Before Aug. 11, 2023— the date marked the 50th anniversary of hip-hop and— celebrations were held throughout the year in the U.S. to honor the genre’s global impact. Museums, concerts, festivals and awards shows have paid homage to hip-hop’s half-century legacy in 2023.The year started right with the Grammy Awards...

Plies Is Sick of Mariah Carey’s ‘All I Want for Christmas Is You’

[ad_1] Plies has had enough of Mariah Carey's record-breaking song "All I Want for Christmas Is You."Plies Goes on "All I Want for Christmas Is You" RantOn Monday (Dec. 25), Plies shared a post on Instagram expressing his disdain for "All I Want for Christmas Is You," Mariah Carey's X-Mas anthem that annually tops the Billboard charts during the holiday."I’m at my muthaf**kin momma’s house. Do you hear this?" Plies began in the video below. "I’m sick of hearing this muthaf**kin song, ma. Alright?” I love muthaf**kin Mariah just like everybody else loves her. But there ain’t no goddamn way you want me to believe this is the only muthaf**kin Christmas song...

Kanye West Apologizes to Jewish Community

[ad_1] Kanye West has returned to Instagram and apologized to the Jewish community.Kanye West Issues Apology to Jewish CommunityOn Tuesday morning (Dec. 26), Kanye West shared his first Instagram post in months. The post, which can be seen below, is written completely in Hebrew and finds Ye saying sorry for his anti-Semitic activity.“I sincerely apologize to the Jewish community for any unintended outburst caused by my words or actions," he begins in the message. "It was not my intention to hurt or disrespect, and I deeply regret any pain I may have caused. I am committed to starting with myself and learning from this experience to ensure greater sensitivity and understanding in...

Lil Uzi Vert Surprises Fans With New Song and Video ‘Red Moon’

[ad_1] Lil Uzi Vert delivered a wonderful surprise Christmas gift to fans—a new song and video for "Red Moon."Lil Uzi Vert Drops New Song and Video "Red Moon"On Monday (Dec. 25), Lil Uzi Vert dropped a new song called "Red Moon" along with an accompanying video. On his Instagram page, the Philadelphia rapper posted a snippet of the visual along with the message, "Red moon out now [moon emoji] [heart hands emoji] Thank you [red heart emoji]."The song, produced by TM88, Slo Meezy, C$D Sid, FNZ, and Macnificent, features a catchy drum and bass-influenced beat as Uzi reflects on a relationship that has fallen apart."But our love is not the same (Woah)/But...

Dr. Umar Says Eminem Is Not a Great Rapper Because He’s Not Black

[ad_1] On the next episode of The Joe Budden Podcast, social media personality Dr. Umar said that Eminem is not one of the greatest rappers because he's not Black.Dr. Umar Discredits Eminem As a Great Rapper Because He's Not BlackThe next episode of The Joe Budden Podcast is going to be an explosive one. Dr. Umar "Ifatunde" Johnson, a staunch Pan-Africanist and motivational speaker, will be joining Joe and the crew to discuss a wide range of issues affecting the Black community. In a snippet video that has gone viral on social media, Dr. Umar slammed the notion that Eminem is one of the greatest rappers in hip-hop.In the clip, which can...

NBA YoungBoy Blames Himself for People Thinking He’s Uncivilized

[ad_1] In a recent interview, YoungBoy Never Broke Again blamed himself for people thinking he's uncivilized.NBA YoungBoy Blames Himself for Misconceptions About HimNBA YoungBoy recently appeared on an episode of Gillie and Wallo's popular Million Dollaz Worth of Game podcast, which premiered on Sunday (Dec. 24) on YouTube. During his candid interview, the Louisiana rapper discussed living in isolation in Salt Lake City, Utah, while still managing to release music at a prolific pace.In the video below, at the 6:40-mark, YB acknowledges that people have a bad misconception about him, of which he put the blame on himself."I never get a fair shot. They never marketed me like to this to this...

Cardi B and Offset Reunite for Christmas With Kids After Breakup

[ad_1] Cardi B and Offset spent Christmas together with their kids, following their tumultuous breakup a couple of weeks ago.Cardi B and Offset Reunite for Christmas With Kids After BreakupOn Monday (Dec. 25), Cardi B shared a bunch of videos on her Instagram of her kids opening their Christmas presents. In one clip, Offset is cheering on his son Wave Cephus to rip the paper off his gift. The Migos rhymer even assisted him by tearing a piece of the paper with his mysteriously bandaged hand. Cardi can be heard in the background expressing her joy of seeing her kids opening up their gifts. The Bronx rhymer also posted a video of...

Jay Rock – TDE Compilation Album With Black Hippy Drops Next Year

[ad_1] Jay Rock recently revealed that Black Hippy will appear on a Top Dawg Entertainment compilation album that's scheduled to drop next year.Jay Rock Reveals TDE Compilation Album Featuring Black Hippy Drops Next YearIn a brief video posted to the Associated Press' YouTube page on Dec. 19, Jay Rock was asked if a Black Hippy reunion was in the works. The Los Angeles rapper responded by revealing that the rap quartet would be featured on an upcoming compilation album celebrating TDE's 20th anniversary in the music industry."I know that we are doing a compilation album. The TDE for twenty years," Jay explained. "It's been 20 years since TDE been in the game,...

Megan Thee Stallion Warns Her Doubters That She’s Coming

[ad_1] Megan Thee Stallion has delivered a warning to everyone that has been calling for her that she's coming.Megan Thee Stallion Warns Her Doubters That She's ComingOn Saturday (Dec. 23), Megan Thee Stallion hopped on her Instagram Live to show off her Christmas outfit and what she's jingling with this holiday season. But later during her chat session, the Houston rhymer delivered a stern warning to those who keep calling for her that she's coming in 2024.When a fan asked Megan if she was excited for her new era, Megan said yes and added that she's going to bring it next year."Of course, I'm excited for this era because I get to...

Former Rape Victim Amends Lawsuit Against Nicki Minaj’s Husband

[ad_1] The woman who accused Nicki Minaj's husband, Kenneth Petty, of rape and filed a lawsuit against Petty, has amended her filing to include evidence from the original 1994 case.Former Rape Victim Amends Lawsuit to Include Evidence From 1994 Rape TrialAccording to documents obtained by XXL, the woman who sued Nicki Minaj's husband, Kenneth Petty, over her rape in 1994, amended her complaint for a second time on Saturday (Dec. 23) to officially include evidence from the original rape case. Jennifer Hough, the woman who filed the lawsuit against Petty, is demanding a jury trial in the new amendment.Although Nicki is no longer a defendant in the case—Hough dropped Nicki from the...