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Maiya The Don’s 2024 XXL Freshman Freestyle
Rising rhymer Maiya The Don is focused on the art of rhyming and making an impact with her bars. The 22-year-old Brooklyn native creates songs for the girls, the "self-made brats" and "first-born daughters," who have looked out for everyone but themselves, and now it's time they all put themselves first. Big Don's confidence is clearly evident in her personality as well as her rhymes. She brings her bold energy to her 2024 XXL Freshman freestyle. With bars like, "B**ch, I'm really the biggest," it goes without saying that she's here to stay. Or in her words, "Get on the train or get hit by one."
Maiya The Don – 2024 XXL Freshman
WHO ELSE SHOULD BE PART OF THIS YEAR'S CLASS: “I feel like everybody who’s on that deserves it, worked hard, did what they had to do, and they put they steps in. Anybody who’s not on the list, it’s not like, career-determining. You still gonna do what you gotta do, and there’s gonna be more covers and more opportunities.”
Bianca Censori Wears an Itty Bitty Bikini Top on Date With Ye
Bianca Censori is going viral again for showing off her assets during an outing with Ye. This time, Ye's Mrs. was spotted wearing an itty bitty bikini top. Bianca Spills Out of Bikini Top During Date With Ye. On Sunday (July 14), TMZ obtained footage and photos of Ye and...
Here’s Everyone Eminem Named on The Death of Slim Shady (Coup de Grâce)
Eminem is back in his bag on the new album The Death of Slim Shady (Coup de Grâce) and the latest LP from the rap god features a cornucopia of name-drops of his fellow rappers and dozens of public figures. Slim has never been shy about blasting famous people...
Kodak Black Checks Plies for Slandering Donald Trump After Assassination Attempt on Former President
Kodak Black checked Plies for slandering Donald Trump following an assassination attempt on the former president. Kodak Black Warns Plies About Slandering Donald Trump. On Sunday (July 14), a brief video surfaced of Kodak Black warning Plies about slandering Donald Trump following an assassination attempt on the former president. In the clip, which can be viewed below, Yak revealed that a fan alerted him that Plies was criticizing Trump. For the "ZeZe" rapper, this is a no-no in his book.
How 50 Cent Became Part of the Donald Trump Assassination Attempt Story
50 Cent started trending on X, formerly Twitter, following the shocking news of an assassination attempt on Donald Trump. 50 Cent Trends Following Donald Trump Assassination Attempt. On Saturday (July 13), news broke of former President Donald Trump being injured in an assassination attempt during his campaign rally in Butler,...
Rappers React to Possible Assassination Attempt on Donald Trump
Several rappers have reacted to a possible assassination attempt on Donald Trump at a rally in Butler, Pa. According to an NBC News report, published on Saturday (July 13), former President Donald Trump was rushed off the stage after shots were fired just minutes into his rally in Butler, Pa. It appeared that Trump was slightlt injured as he had blood on the side of his head and his ear.
Foolio’s Instagram Account Posts New Weird Messages Claiming That He’s Still Alive
Foolio's Instagram account has been quite active with new weird messages claiming that he's still alive. Foolio's Instagram Page Posts Weird Messages Claiming He's Still Alive. On Friday (July 12), Foolio's Instagram account was active with more posts claiming the late rapper was still alive. In his IG Stories, a clip was shared from what looks like a video game of a soldier vowing revenge on his enemies. "Just know I'm still here[.] Once the time is allowed I'll shock the world," read the caption, adding, "U can't kill a Demi God."
Is Eminem Planning to Release a Deluxe Album of The Death of Slim Shady (Coup de Grâce)?
Is Eminem planning to release a deluxe album of The Death of Slim Shady (Coup de Grâce)? Fans hope so. A day after Eminem released his 12th album, The Death of Slim Shady (Coup de Grâce), fans are speculating that the Detroit rapper could be planning to release a deluxe album for the project. On Friday (July 12), a user on Shady Times on X, formerly known as Twitter, posed a question regarding the absence of Eminem's long-time collaborators, Dr. Dre and 50 Cent, on The Death of Slim Shady.
Ice Spice and Central Cee Spark Dating Rumors and Cee’s Ex-Girlfriend Alleges Cheating
Ice Spice and Central Cee are caught up in dating rumors while Cee's ex-girlfriend claims the U.K. rapper cheated on her. On Friday (July 12), Ice Spice delivered her Central Cee-assisted single, "Did It First." The song finds the rap duo trading thoughts about cheating in their relationships. Along with the track, Cee sparked dating rumors when he left a comment under one of Ice Spice's Instagram posts.
Diddy Allegedly Threatened to Put Former Vibe Editor ‘Dead in the Trunk of a Car’ After She Wouldn’t Allow Puff to Change His Cover Photo
Diddy allegedly threatened to see the former Vibe Editor-and-Chief "dead in the trunk of a car" after she wouldn't allow him to alter his cover photo. On Friday (July 12), Vibe's former Editor-and-Chief Danyel Smith penned an essay in The New York Times Magazine that elaborated on her experience working with Diddy at the magazine. Diddy appeared on the magazine's cover for the December 1997/January 1998 issue. The cover photo included Puff looking at the camera through tinted shades with white angel wings spread behind him. The story's headline was “The Good, the Bad, and the Puffy.”
Conservative Commentator Candace Owens Thinks Eminem Is Lame and Desperate After He Dissed Her on His Album
Eminem's Candace Owens diss on his new album The Death of Slim Shady (Coup de Grâce) did not go unnoticed by the controversial conservative pundit who is calling Em lame for the lyrics. Candace Owens Claps Back at Eminem. On Friday (July 12), Owens appeared on TMZ where she...
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.
Understanding Sexyy Red – Setting the Record Straight on Celebrity, Working With Her ‘Rich Baby Daddy’ Drake and More
As her star power shines beyond hip-hop, Sexyy Red is focused on blocking out the haters and enjoying the wild ride of fame at her own speed. Editor’s Note: This story appears in the Summer 2024 issue of XXL Magazine, on stands now. Sexyy Red is on the move....
Here Is the Full List of Guest Appearances on Eminem’s The Death of Slim Shady (Coupe de Grâce) Album
Just like that, it's Shady season. Eminem returned with his 12th The Death of Slim Shady (Coupe de Grâce) and brought some friends along for the ride who were initially uncredited on the DSP tracklists. The new Slim LP contains 19 songs, in addition to two bonus tracks released...
24 of the Wildest Lyrics From Eminem’s New Album The Death of Slim Shady (Coupe de Grâce)
Eminem is back with a new album and he's up to his same old tricks, which includes a lot of shock and awe. The 51-year-old rapper released his latest LP The Death of Slim Shady (Coupe de Grâce) on Friday (July 12), and the 19-song album is jam-packed with elite-level lyricism. As par for the course, Em delivers some crazy bars throughout the project ranging from rhymes that will make your skin crawl to purposely offensive lyrics where the Detroit rapper spits in the face of being politically correct.
DaBaby Accepts Plea Deal to Avoid Jail Time After Being Charged With Knocking Man’s Tooth Out – Report
DaBaby reportedly accepts a plea deal to avoid jail time after being charged with punching a man and knocking his tooth out. On Friday (July 12), TMZ reported that DaBaby had pleaded guilty to misdemeanor battery stemming from his 2020 assault case. He was sentenced to one-year probation, in addition to time served. The rapper was ordered to pay $10,000 restitution and to stay 100 yards away from Gary Pager, the man who filed suit against DaBaby for allegedly punching him in the mouth and knocking out his tooth. DaBaby is also forbidden from possessing firearms and deadly weapons during this period.
Slim Shady Obituary – Remembering the Artist Who Terrorized and Captivated Rap Fans for Over Two Decades
Eminem's new album, The Death of Slim Shady (Coup de Grâce), has arrived, and one thing is for certain: this is definitely the final outing of Em's Slim Shady alter ego. XXL remembers Slim Shady with a fitting obituary in the video below. The Detroit MC first announced Slim...
Eminem, Juicy J, Snot and More – New Hip-Hop Projects
Ahead of the weekend, new music has burst into the hip-hop scene. This week, a Detroit lyrical veteran drops a highly anticipated album, two Memphis rhymesters team up for a collaborative project, an avid hoodie-wearing rapper debuts his fourth studio album and more. Eminem Drops Highly Anticipated The Death of...
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