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Sexyy Red Thinks Chief Keef Could Be Her ‘Third Baby Daddy’
Sexyy Red and Chief Keef appear to be more than just friends. She believes he could be her "third baby daddy" one day. Sexyy Red Discusses Her Relationship With Chief Keef. One of rap's most talked-about connections this year is the bond that Chief Keef and Sexyy Red have created. The two rappers have collaborated on songs "Bow Bow Bow (F My Baby Dad)" and seemingly have moved past a platonic relationship. On Aug. 14, Sexyy opened up about her relationship with Keef in a new interview with GRM Daily, a site that touts itself as the "epicentre of Black British music."
Nicki Minaj Reaches Settlement With Gossip Blogger Who Called Her a ‘Cokehead’
Nicki Minaj has reached a settlement with a gossip blogger who called her a "cokehead" in 2022. Nicki Minaj Settles with Gossip Blogger Over "Cokehead" Accusation. According to court documents obtained by XXL, Nicki Minaj has settled with gossip blogger Marley Green better known as Nosey Heaux. The rap superstar initially sued Green in September of 2022 for defamation claiming that Green allegedly made malicious statements about her in a video in which Nicki is called a "cokehead." Additionally, the Pink Friday 2 rhymer alleged that Green also posted vile comments about Nicki's then 1-year-old son.
Trick Daddy Reposts Photo of GloRilla in Bathroom With Questionable Caption, Fans Flood the Comments With Concern and Disgust
Trick Daddy reposted GloRilla's bathroom selfie on his Instagram page and wrote a questionable caption under it that caused some fans to express their concerns and disgust. Trick Daddy Posts GloRilla's Bathroom Selfie, Writes Questionable Caption. On Friday (Aug. 16), Trick Daddy hopped on his Instagram account and posted a...
Jay-Z to Reopen Historic 40/40 Club at New Location in New York City With Live Sports Betting
Jay-Z is looking to reopen his historic 40/40 Club at a new location in New York City with live sports betting. Jay-Z to Reopen The 40/40 Club with Sports Betting. Hov plans to bring back The 40/40 Club to its historic glory at a new location in New York City in 2025. The new and improved 40/40 Club will also include live sports betting, among other amenities.
7 Rappers Using Finsta Accounts to Hide Their Identity
It can be quite difficult for rappers to keep a low profile due to their renowned status in hip-hop. However, with a finsta account, esteemed rhymers have the freedom to privately post as they please without possible judgment or backlash from the public eye. If the accounts are public, it gives the artist a platform to curate their page differently from their "artist" page. Finstas or burner accounts are classified as a "fake Instagram account," and used as a way to enjoy the social media platform under a different identity.
The Hate for Drake Still Won’t Let Up Following His Beef With Kendrick Lamar
While Drake has done his best to move forward with new music and put his beef with Kendrick Lamar behind him, the hate for Drizzy still won't let up. Despite dropping several new songs over the last few months, and giving the hip-hop community an intimate behind-the-scenes view of his life with his recent 100 gigs drop, it seems like Drake can't do anything right in the eyes of some rap fans.
6ix9ine Has a Wildly Different Look After Cutting Off All His Rainbow-Colored Braids
6ix9ine is back and he looks wildly different after shedding his rainbow-color braids. On Thursday night (Aug. 15), Tekashi ended his social media hiatus and returned to Instagram. The Brooklyn, N.Y. rapper shared a single post, which can be seen below, that shows the controversial rhymer in the studio previewing new music. However, he has shed his famous multicolor cornrows for a blonde low cut. He also looks noticeably slimmer.
Producer Rodney ‘Lil Rod’ Jones Uses a 50 Cent Line to Demand Payment From Diddy in Sexual Assault Lawsuit
Producer Rodney "Lil Rod" Jones uses a 50 Cent line to demand payment from Diddy in his ongoing sexual assault lawsuit against the disgraced music mogul. Rodney "Lil Rod" Jones Quotes 50 Cent While Demanding Money From Diddy. On Thursday (Aug. 15), Uncle Murda hit up Instagram with a video...
Controversial Breakdancer Raygun Did Not Cheat Her Way to 2024 Olympics – Here’s How She Qualified
As the controversy continues to swirl around Olympic breakdancer Raygun, whose unorthodox moves went viral this week, so do questions about how she was even allowed to compete in the first place. Raygun is also known as Dr. Rachael Gunn, a 36-year-old lecturer in the Department of Media, Communications, Creative...
BeatKing’s Cause of Death Revealed – Report
The cause of death for Houston rapper and producer BeatKing has reportedly been revealed. According to a report published by TMZ on Friday (Aug. 16), BeatKing was pronounced dead at Houston Hospital on Thursday (Aug. 15) after he passed out during a radio appearance at Urban One/Radio One. Sources tell...
The 13 Best New Hip-Hop Songs This Week
Week in and week out, there are plenty of brand-new rap songs, no matter the time of year. It can be really difficult to stay aware of what's out and also what's hot, so XXL decided to make things much easier for you. Instead of sorting out nearly everything that released this week, we've narrowed it down to strictly the best of the week, saving you plenty of time.
Post Malone, YG, NoCap and More – New Projects This Week
August has been loaded with releases from heavy hitters and the trend continues. This week, a genre-bending artist releases his first-ever country project, a Compton rapper releases the third installment of an album series, a rhymer formerly signed to NBA's YoungBoy record label debuts a new LP that's been teased since 2022 and more.
BeatKing Dead at 39
UPDATE (Aug. 16):. BeatKing's cause of death has been revealed. According to TMZ, the Houston rapper succumbed to a fatal pulmonary embolism. The celebrity news site reports that BK was rushed to the hospital on Thursday morning (Aug. 15), after fainting while doing a radio show. He was pronounced dead on Thursday afternoon.
ScHoolboy Q Calls Michael Rubin’s Comments About Hate Culture in Black Community ‘Outta Control,’ Rubin Apologizes
ScHoolboy Q calls billionaire entrepreneur Michael Rubin's comments about hate culture in the Black community "outta control." After thinking long and hard about his statement, Rubin apologizes. ScHoolboy Q Shares Opinion Regarding Michael Rubin's Comment About Hate Culture in Black Community. On Wednesday (Aug. 14), ScHoolboy Q hopped on X,...
Ol’ Dirty Bastard’s Complex Mind Explored in A&E’s Ol’ Dirty Bastard: A Tale of Two Dirtys Documentary
The science of Ol' Dirty Bastard's complex mind is explored in Ol' Dirty Bastard: A Tale of Two Dirtys, the first official documentary of the late Wu-Tang Clan member presented by A&E. A special screening of the doc, showcased in partnership with Tribeca Membership and XXL on Wednesday evening (Aug....
Bianca Censori Wears Extremely Short Dress to Family Dinner With Ye’s Kids
Ye's wife Bianca Censori wears an extremely short dress to a family dinner with the rapper's kids this week. Bianca Censori Dons a Super Short Dress to Family Gathering. According to a report made by TMZ on Wednesday (Aug. 14), Bianca Censori, some of her family members and Ye's children—Saint West and Chicago West—were seen grabbing some late-night bites at Nobu Malibu in Malibu, Calif. In photos obtained by the celebrity news site, Bianca is spotted donning a dress that barely covers her derrière. The top of the dress also leaves little to the imagination as it covers only a portion of Bianca's breasts. Nobu Miami has a smart/business casual dress code, but the restaurant seemed to make a pass for the Australian model, who paired her NSFW fit with sheer tights.
20 Greatest Hip-Hop Songs to Come Out on Top Dawg Entertainment
Top Dawg Entertainment is celebrating its 20th anniversary on Aug. 16, 2024. Cofounded by CEO Anthony "Top Dawg" Tiffith and President Terrence "Punch" Henderson in 2004, TDE is arguably the most prominent independent record label in the hip-hop space throughout the past two decades. Through 20 of the greatest songs to come out on TDE, the label's elite roster of artists provides the soundtrack to prove such dominance.
Meek Mill Has Some Questions for Kamala Harris About Her Time as a Prosecutor
Meek Mill says he wants to ask Kamala Harris some questions about her time as a prosecutor to clear up some rumors he heard. On Wednesday (Aug. 14), Meek Mill hopped on X, formerly known as Twitter, to share some thoughts on the political race between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. When tweeting about Harris, Meek noted he had some questions for her. Harris started her career as a prosecutor and was at one point the attorney general of California.
Sexyy Red Tells the Story of Recording ‘Get It Sexyy’ Through Postpartum Depression and Humping
Sexyy Red tells fans the story behind recording her hit single "Get It Sexyy" while going through postpartum depression. She also explains the origin of the moans in the song. On Wednesday (Aug. 14), Sexyy Red celebrated the sucess of "Get It Sexyy" by telling a story on Instagram about how the track came together.
Tyler, The Creator Appears to Call Out Rising Rapper Ian for Mocking Hip-Hop Culture, Columbia Records Executive Vice President Bu Thiam Fires Back
Tyler, The Creator appears to call out rising rapper Ian in a new interview for mocking hip-hop culture and Columbia Records Executive Vice President Bu Thiam fires back. On Wednesday (Aug. 14), Tyler, The Creator was a guest on the new Springhill podcast Mavericks with Mav Carter. During the sitdown, the two talked about art, internet culture and music. At one point in the chat, Tyler speaks on the new generation of rappers and seems to call out a particular rhymer who he's not feeling.
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