Chris Brown is arguably the best of the celebrity basketball players. But he didn’t participate in the NBA All-Star Celebrity Game yesterday. He says it was because of Ruffles potato chips. “I was asked by the NBA to play in the all star game this year! Only for them to call later and say they […]
Jim Jones got a Valentine’s Day reality check on where he stands among Harlem rappers. He wanted to take his date to see Job B perform at Soho House in Manhattan. He was told the VIP table he ordered was set up for him. However, when he arrived, he found Jim Jones and Capo’s girlfriend, […]
Nicole Fegan represented YSL member Tenquarius Mender in the state of Georgia’s sprawling RICO case against Young Thug’s crew. Now, she’s been arrested on gang charges and taken in. According to investigators, she gave a murder suspect a heads-up in an unrelated case that involved a double shooting in 2022. One of the victims died. […]
Bow Wow opened up about being addicted to Lean in his late teens and how it landed him in the hospital. He’s far from the only rapper who talked about his struggles with the drink, because Offset and Lil Yachty did the same. [embedded content] “Me and Chris [Brown], we were on our tour, I […]
Dream Chaser rapper Vory’s ex-girlfriend posted a video in which he threatened her life. He’s no longer a Dream Chaser rapper. Meek Mill has dumped Vory, whose ex also accused him of physical abuse, from the label. This guy is not a dream chaser! He has a mental problem! We cutting ties we don’t care […]
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When Freddie Gibbs broke up with adult industry figure Fit Miami in 2022, she leveled disturbing allegations against the rapper. According to Fit, he liked to send her photos with his butt cheeks spread. Thus, he became Spreadie Gibbs. Spreadie Gibbs is trending this afternoon because Miami has now posted evidence of his kink. Freddie […]
Gillie Da King and Wallo visited Complex‘s “GOAT Talk” and spoke about a number of topics, including the top rappers. At one point, the discussion swung around to who was the better rapper, DMX or Tupac Shakur. [Head to the 10:25-mark] [embedded content] “Can I ask you a question?” said Wallo, speaking to Gillie. “Was […]
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Usher did the Super Bowl halftime show, the greatest promo of all. However, his new album will almost be doubled on the charts by Kanye’s new album. Ye’s Vultures is set to do 140K first week and finish number one. That’s a significant drop on the 307K his last album, Donda, did in 2021. Usher’s […]
Image via TB DaGunSlanga/Instagram The Rap-Up is the only weekly round-up providing you with the best rap songs you need to hear. Support real, independent music journalism by subscribing to Passion of the Weiss on Patreon. Steven Louis has Gamebreaker 2. [embedded content] [embedded content] You find yourself paddling across the fjord in a traditional […]
Jermaine Dupri was one of the artists who joined Usher at this year’s Super Bowl halftime show. But most people are talking about what Dupri wore, which was a strange looking black outfit that was half short-set, half suit. A lot of folks clowned the So So Def founder, people like The Breakfast Club‘s Jess Hilarious, […]
In addition to be a very successful rapper, Lil Wayne is a student of the game. He’s always quick to give his GOAT rappers when given the chance. On YG’s 4Hunnid podcast, he was given a variation on that inquiry. Best female emcees: 🎥: Lil’ Wayne Names Lil’ Kim, Nicki Minaj & Lauryn Hill As […]
Kanye West’s career has taken a massive hit because of his anti-Semitism. Not only that, major brands have backed away from him. So he’s decided to take matters into his own hands by promoting his Yeezy fashion line in a low budget Super Bowl commercial. If you missed it, the spot shows Ye speaking into […]
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Drake makes bigger football bets than your favorite rapper unless your favorite rapper is Drake. It helps that he has a huge bankroll and sponsors a gambling company. For the Super Bowl, Drake has made his pick. He has over a million on Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce, Andy Reid, and the rest becoming three-time champions. […]
It’s not just the Osbourne family who are angry that Kanye took a sample after they explicitly told him he couldn’t have it. The family of the late Donna Summer says Ye used part of the disco queen’s smash hit “I Feel Love” in his new Vultures track “Good (Don’t Die)” even though they had declined […]
When 50 Cent was a young up-and-comer, he wore designer duds to show he was a success. He doesn’t do that anymore. Here’s 50 explaining why he rarely wears name brands these days, and when he does, he doesn’t pay. 50 Cent explains why he rarely wears designer clothes 💯 pic.twitter.com/Ec8gZP2Cgo — Hip Hop Ties […]
Kanye West wants to sample Ozzy Osbourne’s performance of his Black Sabbath classic “War Pig.” However, Ozzy Osbourne wants nothing to do with Kanye and made his feelings clear in a Twitter post this afternoon. @kanye west ASKED PERMISSION TO SAMPLE A SECTION OF A 1983 LIVE PERFORMANCE OF “WAR PIG” FROM THE US FESTIVAL […]
Kodak Black has been in federal prison for over two months. His latest criminal ordeal started when the cops in Florida caught him with what they said was cocaine, oxycodone, and an expired license. That was a violation of his federal probation, and the feds came in and scooped him up. He’s been in jail […]
There’s been a lot of penis talk in Hip Hop as of late, thanks to a leaked video of Drake jerking off on his private jet. In an interview that was released on Thursday, February 8, Aubrey O’Day, of Danity Kane fame, talked about Kanye West’s junk and gave details. “Kanye’s dick is [big] […]
During his stop on Math Hoffa’s podcast, Fivio Foreign explained where the money from his $1.7 million record deal with Columbia went. Fivio Foreign speaks on signing his $1.7M Deal & what he did with the moneypic.twitter.com/0m5euNx4rt — My Mixtapez (@mymixtapez) February 8, 2024 750K went to Ma$e, who had initially signed Fivio. Then he […]
Bobbi Althoff’s husband filed for divorce yesterday. Last night, Bobbi acknowledged the split and praised her soon-to-be ex-husband. “As most of you have heard, Cory and I have filed for divorce,” she typed. As sad as I am right now, I am so thankful for the time I got to be his wife. Our girls […]
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When we first met Bobbi Althoff in the summer of 23 she did an awkward interview with Drake in bed. Shortly after, she was spotted at a Drake show, and rumors sparked that the married Althoff was having an affair with Drizzy. The word was she was going to divorce her husband for Drake. Fast […]
Boosie Badazz had something to say to Kodak Black after Kodak dissed him from jail on the song “11AM In Malibu.” The two have been beefing for a while now, which could have started after Yak turned down a record deal from Boosie. “Starting to understand that I’m a threat to these n*ggas and I […]
Image via Michael McKinney Independent rap journalists will recommend you new music until their voices give out. Keep it that way by supporting Passion of the Weiss via a subscription to our Patreon. Michael McKinney understands the cultural importance of Kreayshawn’s “Gucci Gucci.” In January, plenty of DJs slowed down a bit. Berlin-via-Australia DJ Sa […]
In addition to his HBO show, Bill Maher has a podcast called Club Random, which features long one-on-one interviews with an eclectic group of guests. Kanye is as eclectic as they come, and Maher recently interviewed him for the show. However, he won’t be releasing the interview. He explained why during a chat with TMZ. […]
Chicago’s own YBZ Vandr unveils a stirring music video to accompany his latest single, “Gone Forever,” delving into the depths of fleeting moments and the urgency to seize opportunities. Known for his emotionally charged lyrics and dynamic delivery, YBZ Vandr’s latest release resonates with audiences on a profound level, offering a poignant reflection on life’s […]