Rick Ross has lived countless lives throughout his 47 years on Earth so far, from working as a correctional officer to now being the proud owner of The Promise Land, his sprawling Georgia estate. When Rozay isn’t checking on his animals or flaunting his massive collection of cars, he also enjoys spending time in Miami. Always one to give back to the community, Ross has done a lot for the Floridian hotspot throughout his come-up, and they make sure he feels the love in return.
Earlier this week, the Richer Than I Ever Been artist was attending the MLK Scholarship breakfast event, where organizers took a moment to honour him. Besides congratulating Ross for all his career achievements, Miami officials also gave him a prestigious key to the city, which the multi-talent gratefully accepted. “A boss is one who gets the keys to @miamidadecounty by supporting his community,” one attendee wrote on Instagram while filming the heartwarming moment.
Amid all that excitement, sources said that Rozay’s music catalogue will have a special place in the Library of Congress. An induction ceremony is taking place for the MMG mogul to commemorate the major moment, and knowing him, he’s sure to go all out with his celebratory antics. Christina Mackey was on her man’s arm at the morning ceremony, but we’re curious to see what’s in the cards for her future now that she’s speaking out on social media.
Rick Ross is likely happy to receive such a massive honour from the city of Miami. Still, that doesn’t help the situation currently unfolding between his current girlfriend and his rumoured baby mama, Cierra Nichole. Read all the latest updates on that mess at the link below, and check back later for more hip-hop/pop culture news updates.
Fans hoping they’ll have the chance to see Nicki Minaj perform this year just got some good news. She originally announced the tour last year with 37 confirmed dates from the first day of March until early June. The original announcement features dozens of US dates across many major cities and a number of supplementary European stops afterward. But now even more fans will get the chance to see Nicki as she’s shared more than a dozen new tour dates.
Among the 13 new dates are a number of second stops in cities already getting performances. Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Toronto, Amsterdam, Manchester, Cologne, and Paris are all getting a second helping of the Pink Friday 2 tour. Brooklyn in particular is even getting a third show among the newly announced dates. She also announced that Nashville and Glasgow will be getting stops on the tour. She’s even visiting two entirely new countries with newly added dates in Copenhagen and Stockholm. The tour is just a few days into its presale and has already sold out dozens of arena shows. Check out the announcement of new dates below.
Nicki Minaj’s new album Pink Friday 2 has been a massive commercial success. It rode in on a wave of immense hype as her first studio album in 5 years since 2018’s Queen. Now over the course of just 5 weeks it hit one million total units sold in the US.
Another major accomplishment for Nicki came on streaming. Pink Friday 2 became the fastest album by a female rapper to reach 1 billion total streams on Spotify. The album was powered by smash singles like “Super Freaky Girl” and “Red Ruby Da Sleeze.” It’s also spawned some hits among the deep cuts with tracks like “FTCU” and “Everybody.” What do you think of Nicki Minaj adding more than a dozen new shows to her upcoming tour? Do you plan on seeing Nicki live in 2024? Let us know in the comment section below.
Overall, one of the best Jumpman sneakers ever created would have to be the Air Jordan 6. There is good reason for how lauded this shoe is. Aside from how great the silhouette looks, it was the first shoe that Michael Jordan won an NBA title in. He wore this shoe in his sixth NBA season and it capped off the title in 1991. Over the years, Jumpman has certainly capitalized on this historical fact, and it has led to some truly fantastic offerings. One such model is the “Olympic” colorway from all the way back in 2000.
If you know anything about Jordan Brand, it is that they love to come through with some retros every now and again. Overall, it is easy to see why they do this. It always leads to a lot of sales, and fans adore it when the brand plays the hits. Well, in 2024, the “Olympic” Air Jordan 6 is going to be making a comeback. This is incredible news for fans. The Olympics in Paris will take place this Summer, and this model will prove to be a great option for those who want to cheer on their country.
Firstly, the sneaker has a base that is comprised of some white overlays and even some navy blue panels on the side panels and toe box. Secondly, there is a midsole that has white and blue on it. Lastly, there is a hint of red at the top thanks to the lace lock. Overall, it is a great color scheme that stands the test of time.
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According to sneakerfiles.com and @zsneakerheadz, this new sneaker is going to be dropping July 20th of this year. Furthermore, the shoe is going to be sold for the Air Jordan 6 standard price of $200 USD. Let us know what you think of these kicks, in the comments section down below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the sneaker world. We will continue to bring you the biggest upcoming releases.
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Jim Jones has issued a $100,000 challenge to any rapper from his generation to a battle to see who can outrap the other and Capo is confident in any contest.
Playboi Carti has continued his album rollout for ‘I AM MUSIC’ with another single titled ‘EVILJ0RDAN’ which arrived with a simple accompanying visual.
Lil Nas X has apologized for the controversy generated by the video for his single ‘J Christ’ but Boosie Badazz has said the rapper is ‘going to hell’.
Last year, Diddy filed a lawsuit against spirits giant Diageo. The rap mogul and company had been collaborating over DeLeon Tequila though it wasn’t always love between both sides. Last year both sides cut ties with each other following a lawsuit filed by the rap exec against Diageo. He accused them of not prioritizing the brand and even managing it with racist intentions. The company denied all of his allegations immediately and news about the suit started to dry up in the months following.
Now according to TMZ, the two sides have come to a resolution. They revealed the news that Diddy was withdrawing the lawsuit he originally filed last year. “Sean Combs and Diageo have now agreed to resolve all disputes between them. Mr. Combs has withdrawn all of his allegations about Diageo and will voluntarily dismiss his lawsuits against Diageo with prejudice,” a statement shared by both parties reads. While there was no news of a settlement, TMZ does speculate that the legal proceedings feel like they could have ended with some kind of agreement.
Of course when you’re discussing recent lawsuits involving Diddy, Diageo isn’t the first thing that comes to most people’s minds. The rap mogul has been subject to a series of lawsuits dating back to last year accusing him of decades of sexual misconduct and abuse. The original lawsuit came from Cassie and though it was settled quickly it opener up a flood of new litigation.
One person who has been thinking a lot about the legendary rap figure in recent months and that’s 50 Cent. He saw the lawsuits as an opportunity to reignite beef and has been taking to Instagram to repeatedly attack Diddy. He’s used stand-up comedy clips, prisoner testimony, and even AI-generated images as attacks against the rap exec. He’s also promised to make a documentary investigating the allegations made against him and give the profits to his accusers. What do you think of Diddy and Diageo quietly ending their lawsuit? Let us know in the comment section below.
Drake and J. Cole are pushing back the dates on their highly anticipated It’s All a Blur Tour – Big As the What? with little notice. The run of concerts was set to kick off later this week in Denver with shows on January 18 and 19, but those will now be taking place in April to conclude the tour.
The tour will now begin on February 2 in Tampa Bay, Florida. The shows come after Drake and J. Cole collaborated on “First Person Shooter,” which reached the top of the Billboard Hot 100, last year. Following that hit, they teamed up again for “Evil Ways” off of For All the Dogs Scary Hours Edition.
RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA – APRIL 02: J. Cole (L) and Drake (R) perform during the Dreamville Festival at Dorothea Dix Park on April 02, 2023 in Raleigh, North Carolina. (Photo by Astrida Valigorsky/WireImage)
Neither Drake nor Cole posted about the postponing of the shows on Instagram. Instead, the Ticketmaster made the announcement, as caught by Billboard. It’s unclear why the shows have been pushed back. Drake and J. Cole previously got a feel for performing together at Dreamville Festival in 2023. Be on the lookout for further updates on Drake and J. Cole on HotNewHipHop and check out the full schedule of dates below.
“It’s All A Blur Tour – Big As the What?” Schedule
Throughout her rise to fame, Chrisean Rock’s been most consistently linked to Blueface romantically. Their relationship is anything but conventional and has seen far more physical and verbal abuse than the average pairing. Still, their months-old son means that they share a bond for life, even while Blue spends the remainder of winter and this upcoming spring behind bars. As he considers the consequences of violating his probation from a jail cell, Rock is back to business as usual at the club with her girlfriends – and a potential new male suitor.
A video shared by @theneighborhoodtalk reveals that the former Baddies cast member was at an after-hours spit in Atlanta along with Zonnique Pullins’ baby daddy, Bandhunta Izzy. Both he and Rock originally hail from Baltimore, Maryland, though it’s unclear if they knew each other before their respective rises to fame. Regardless, they certainly looked comfortable at the venue, with Rock sitting in the rapper’s lap while someone recorded them from behind. Suddenly, she jumps up upon noticing the cameras and runs her hands over Izzy’s head awkwardly.
“She dropped her baby daddy off at jail until the summer, put her dentures in, and hit the road Jack ,” one of the clip’s most-liked comments quips. “Zonnique… can you fight sis ? CUZZZZZ you might have too,” another chimed in, speculating that T.I.’s step-daughter could be unaware of the messy situation. Elsewhere, others encouraged Pullins to “sit this one out.”
Chrisean Rock and Zonnique’s baby daddy were definitely looking cozy for their night out, but it was only a few days ago that the 23-year-old accompanied her co-parent to turn himself in. While Blueface is behind bars until at least the summertime, we’re curious what Chrisean Jr. and his mom will be getting into until then. Read more about the MILF Music founder’s legal woes at the link below, and check back later for more hip-hop/pop culture news updates.
Playboi Carti is an artist who has evolved with every single one of his albums. Although some critics panned him early on for his lack of lyrical prowess, there is no doubt that his music aged well. In an era where many artists have been forgotten, Carti has managed to obtain a cultish fanbase that heralds all three of his albums as classics. Firstly, you have his self-titled project from 2017, which gave us classics like “wokeuplikethis*” and “Magnolia.” Subsequently, “Die Lit” offered up some of Carti’s most ethereal tracks yet. From the intro “Long Time” to the ravenous banger “RIP,” Carti showed that he is not just a one-trick pony.
However, it was Whole Lotta Redthat showcased just how willing Carti is to change. “Rockstar Made” kicks off the album with blazing synths and hard-hitting 808s that mimic thrash metal aesthetics. Songs like “Stop Breathing,” “Jump Out The House,” and “New Tank” furthered this sound and made WLR a standout in Carti’s discography. In that same breath, it is also his most polarizing project. Why? Because it’s different. Instead of giving fans Die Lit Pt. 2, he offered up something that was made with his own tastes in mind.
It has been over three years since Whole Lotta Red and fans have been hungry for something new. Back in December of 2023, Carti revealed that his new album would be coming soon. The title: I Am Music. It is quite the declaration, although not a surprising one coming from the man who describes himself as a “narcissist.” Following this announcement, we got a now-iconic DJ Swamp Izzo-infused snippet and a new track that was posted on his second Instagram account. The title of the track has been disputed, however, it is now called “Different Day” after originally being called “Ur The Moon.”
Based on Carti’s recent concerts, fans were expecting a continuation of his Whole Lotta Red era. Instead, they got something completely different. On “Different Day,” Carti finds himself delivering some of the sharpest flows of his career. Moreover, he is now rapping over dark and brooding soundscapes that lean on being atmospheric. His voice is barely recognizable on the track, but it suits the production well. As one can imagine, this single confused fans, although his next track would act as an “aha” moment.
“2024”
With production from ojivolta, earlonthebeat, and Kanye West, “2024” is arguably the best of the five songs Carti has dropped over the past couple of months. While this song is much more uplifting thanks to the vocal sample and drum selections, Carti continues to experiment with his new register. His “put him on the news” refrain is catchy as hell, especially as it leads into his voice shift in the middle of the song. Here, he gives us the same voice he offered up on Travis Scott’s “FE!N.” It was a great choice as it almost feels like Carti is featuring his own alter ego on his song. Not to mention, it proved that “Different Day” was not a fluke. It was a declaration that this new era and new sound is what fans should expect from here on out.
Following the hype of “2024,” Playboi Carti returned with another brooding and sinister track called “H00DBYAIR.” With some of Carti’s best rapping of his career, it is clear that he was looking to make a statement here. “All my friends are dead, leave em in the cold, put em in the tundra” is an immediate rewind moment on the track. Carti’s lyrics have never elicited these kinds of reactions, although it’s clear he is looking to change that and it is certainly appreciated.
On New Year’s Day, Playboi Carti teamed up with Travis Scott for “BACKR00MS.” Much like the previous three tracks, the beat was lowkey and downright demonic. Carti delved deep into his lower register and even changed up his inflections to match the sinister energy of the beat. While Scott didn’t have much to say on the song, his flow was good enough to complement Carti’s vibe. What matters, however, is that it was yet another continuation of the new sound. While some of Carti’s previous projects have been all over the place in terms of sound, I Am Music is proving to be nothing but a bundle of cohesion.
“EVILJ0RDAN”
Lastly, Carti blessed fans last night with his fifth and most recent single of the rollout, “EVILJ0RDAN.” Upon listening to the track, you are met with production that will prove familiar if you’ve been staying up to date on the rollout. This is the track that went viral thanks to the DJ Swamp Izzo ad-lib snippet. Thankfully, the song lives up to the hype as Carti slides on the beat with menacing flows and the lyrics to match. It’s a song that aims to make a statement, and it succeeds.
Out of all of his new tracks, “EVILJ0RDAN” may prove to be the most effective thesis statement for his new album. It contains his new flow, his new penchant for lyricism, devilish production, and a hunger that showcases just how eager Carti is to elevate his standing in hip-hop. While some may not like this new direction, it is refreshing to hear an artist of Carti’s caliber change things up. With artists in every genre leaning on formulas that have stood the test of time, Carti is evolving…again.
Despite dropping these songs, there is still no release date in sight. Furthermore, he continues to delay his tour amid issues with his Opium signees, Homixide Gang. At this point, fans are in the dark, and they are hoping for the album sooner rather than later. After all, none of the singles are on streaming, and only two can be found on Carti’s official YouTube channel. However, the music has been so good that fans have been willing to look past this.
If there is one thing for sure, it is that this is Carti’s most exciting evolution yet. Sure, Whole Lotta Red was different, but it still made sense based on Carti’s previous works. Now, he is shifting his sound entirely and it’s paying dividends. Matched with unique visuals that boast a DIY aesthetic, it’s obvious the artist has a clear vision that could very well culminate in the best album of the year. On the flipside, this rollout could come back to haunt him. He has dropped five singles, and if continues down this trajectory, the album may lose its luster. Or, he could drop the album tomorrow only for the five already-released singles to be the only standouts. It’s a risk, albeit an exciting one. Only time will tell whether or not Carti sticks the landing.
