Cardi B was understandably over the moon after her single with Megan Thee Stallion “WAP” debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 for the week ending August 13. On Monday (August 17), not long after the news hit, the multiplatinum-selling rapper took her excitement to Instagram where she shared a video of herself […]
Roughly a year and three months after its release, the very much alive Polo G’s debut studio album Die A Legend has been certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) for combined sales and album-equivalent units of over 1,000,000 units in the United States. “This 1 Classic Ass Project Fasho I made […]
2 Chainz has been in campaign mode since his Verzuz battle with Rick Ross, which took place on August 6. After dropping his Lil Wayne-assisted single “Money Maker” and an animated video for the track, the veteran rapper has unveiled the release date for his sixth album So Help Me God. “SO HELP ME GOD […]
It’s official. Busta Rhymes has begun the album rollout for his forthcoming album Extinction Level Event 2: The Wrath of God. The “Gimme Some More” legend made the reveal with the help of revered comedian and good friend Chris Rock. On Monday (August 17), Rock posted a hilarious video to his Instagram account announcing the album’s title. […]
New York, NY – The mystery surrounding who killed Jam Master Jay has engulfed Hip Hop culture since 2002 when the Run-DMC legend was gunned down inside of his Jamaica, Queens recording studio. Although there was plenty of speculation on who carried out the murder, no arrests had ever been made — until now. According […]
Fat Joe recently hosted another episode of his Instagram Live series The Fat Joe Show and this time, he invited T.I. to be his special guest. During their conversation, the age-old debate about classic albums came up and Tip was quick to confidently state he has more classics than 50 Cent. Joe says in the clip, […]
Lil Wayne recently sat down with journalist Elliott Wilson for an episode of TIDAL’s CRWN series in which they discussed a bevy of topics. On Sunday (August 16), Wilson shared a snippet of their conversation to his Instagram account, which caught the attention of fellow Young Money artist Drake. Underneath the post, the Grammy Award-winning […]
Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion’s raunchy new single “WAP” has landed at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 for the week ending August 13. According to Billboard, the track pulled in 93 million streams, the most for any song in its first week. It crushes Ariana Grande’s previous record of 85.3 million for the […]
Kim Kardashian and C-Murder were trending Twitter topics on Sunday (August 16) after the Keeping Up With Kardashians star vowed to help spring Master P’s brother Corey “C-Murder” Miller from prison. Miller has been behind bars for the better part of the last decade after he was convicted of killing 16-year-old Steve Thomas outside of […]
Portland Trailblazers point guard Damian Lillard isn't just a baller, he's a pretty dope rapper too. Before COVID happened, Lillard, who also goes by the rap name Dame D.O.L.L.A., lyrically destroyed Shaquille O'Neal in a rap battle and didn't seem to be slowing down. As of now, Lillard is in the NBA bubble, taking part in […]
HipHopDX – This week in Hip Hop, Cardi B’s “WAP” continues to garner very loud support and hate across the spectrum and 50 Cent now has a couple of Verzuz battles and a Luc Belaire Rare Rose endorsement request on his plate. Rick Ross Is Down To Partner With 50 Cent If … View […]
Snoop Dogg has spent much of quarantine keeping people entertained whether it be via his Verzuz Instagram Live appearance or comments about the world at large. On Saturday (August 15), Snoop shared a number of photos to his IG account, none more striking than the one featuring himself with Dr. Dre and The D.O.C. Snoop wrote […]
Blac Youngsta isn’t shying away when it comes to beef, especially when it involves old foes such as Young Dolph. The feud between the two Memphis rappers dates back years and now, Youngsta has evidently decided to remind Dolph they’re still beefing. On Saturday (August 15), Youngsta added another chapter to their saga while previewing […]
Las Vegas, NV – Slim 400 is taking his disdain for Tekashi 6ix9ine to a new level. In a video shared to social media on Saturday (August 15), the YG affiliate once more reminded people how deep his feud with 6ix9ine runs as he showed off his “Fuck 6ix9ine” back tattoo, clowning the New York rapper’s […]
JAY-Z and Nas’ relationship has been contentious at times, to say the least. For years, the two Hip Hop titans took their animosity toward one another to wax, leading many to believe their rift would never end. Ultimately, Nas and Jay publicly reconciled in 2005 at the Continental Airlines Arena in East Rutherford, New Jersey […]
Travis Scott’s Drake-assisted 2018 “Sicko Mode” single is undoubtedly his biggest record as an artist. With Grammy nominations for Best Rap Performance and Best Rap Song, Collaboration and Best Beat wins from HipHopDX, the song marked Scott’s first entry atop the Billboard 100 and earned a 7x-platinum plaque from the RIAA. But apparently, it was […]
Kim Kardashian has emerged as a major advocate for criminal justice reform and prison reform. Now, the Keeping Up With The Kardashians star is raising awareness for a No Limit soldier who has spent nearly a decade behind bars. On Sunday (August 16), Kardashian took to Twitter to educate her more than 66 million followers […]
The traditional of expensive YSL birthday gifts has come full circle towards the movement’s founder. On Sunday (August 16), Young Thug celebrated his 29th birthday during a small, intimate encounter and his platinum-selling artist Gunna was there to deliver a premium cupcake — fortressed by $100,000 of USD. “HappySlattDay @thuggerthugger1 100K for always keepin it […]
Although YBN Cordae has yet to chime in on the dismantling of his rap crew, he made his stance loud and clear via his social media accounts by dropping the “Young Boss Niggas” acronym from his active handles. related news YBN Almighty Jay Announces A New Sound Days After YBN Nahmir Dissolved The Movement August […]
Boosie Badazz is still mourning the loss of his beloved Instagram account — and wants Mark Zuckerberg to reinstate it. The Baton Rouge rapper’s account was deactivated on Thursday (August 13), prompting him to blast the Facebook founder — aka “Mark Zuckerberger” as Boosie calls him — and demand he be placed back on the platform. […]
Kanye West continues to sketch out his idea of a utopia while at his Wyoming compound. While in the midst of yet another “Twitter tirade” on Friday (August 14), Ye showed off designs of a future Eco Village as well as a Children’s Ranch, complete with dome-like structures. The children’s ranch and eco-village would not […]
Cardi B found herself uplifting another major player from the Bronx on Saturday (August 15). The “WAP” rapper has been vocal in the past about her support of progressive candidates, in particular supporting Bernie Sanders during his presidential run in 2020. Despite her numerous critics in that particular arena, Cardi has kept it pretty clear […]
There has been an influx of women rappers who’ve entered the Hip Hop scene lately, and they’re all bringing something different to the table. Unfortunately, the business likes to pit these women against each other and see them feud rather than work and collaborate. We haven’t seen women in the industry get busy on a […]
Orlando, FL – NBA Bubble MVP Damian Lillard and his Portland Trailblazers squad made history on Saturday by beating the Memphis Grizzlies in the first-ever play-in for the playoffs. Seeing that he was already in Disney World, the 5x All-Star did the next best thing to celebrate: drop some new Hip Hop music underneath his […]
Unlike DaBaby, Rihanna is fully embracing her Instagram doppelgänger. On Friday (August 14), Brazillian Rihanna impersonator Priscila Beatrice (with help from The Shade Room) caught the attention of Riri herself with her latest TikTok dedicated to the R&B megastar. “Where the album sis? #R9,” Rihanna joked in The Shade Room’s comment section, a reference to […]
Summer Walker has an issue with Jaguar Wright. The Over It singer is lashing back at Wright following an interview where Wright offered her thoughts on women in the music industry and how they should protect themselves from predators. “My advice to any female who wants to get into this business? Have a thick skin, […]
Lil Wayne‘s follow-up to Funeral is reportedly coming sooner than we think. On Saturday (August 15), Wayne did a hit with ESPN discussing UFC’s upcoming heavyweight title fight between Stipe Miocic and Daniel Cormier. Just before the interview wrapped, Wayne gave fans a small hint of his newest work. “Carter 6 coming soon, but I […]
Doja Cat is seemingly unmoved by Nas‘ sending shots in her direction. The “Say So” artist began trending on Twitter Friday (August 14) after Nas referenced her on “Ultra Black,” the lead single from his forthcoming album, King’s Disease. “Sometimes I’m over-black, even my clothes are black,” he raps in the first verse. “Cash Money […]
DMX has been going full force since his release from prison — even with the COVID-19 pandemic. After battling Snoop Dogg on the Verzuz platform earlier this month, which was really just a couple of hours of mutual respect between two Hip Hop legends, the X Gon’ Give It To Ya mastermind has provided an […]
Lizzo has the truth on her side — for now. A judge in the United States District Court Central District of California dismissed a countersuit against the Cuz I Love You singer after three individuals, Justin Raisen, Jeremiah Raisen and Justin “Yves” Rothman, were seeking royalties from the song. Lizzo originally sued the trio in […]