Born January 15, 1929, Civil Rights activist Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. would’ve turned 91 Years old today; as we celebrate the day of his birth almost 47 years after he was assassinated in Memphis, Tennessee.
Born to Martin Luther King, Sr. and Alberta Williams King, Dr. King was a gifted man from his youth. He skipped grades 9 through 12, and began college at Morehouse College at the age of 15; the alma mater of his father and maternal grandfather. The iconic leader received his B.A. degree in 1948.
Following his family’s long tenure as pastors, MLK was ordained and served as co-pastor at Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta, GA; the same church his father and grandfather pastored.
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was arrested almost 30 times, on acts of civil disobedience and false charges. He was once jailed in Montgomery, Alabama in 1956, for driving 30 miles per hour in a 25 mile per hour zone.
King’s last public speech was at Mason Temple Church, where he told the congregation:
Like anybody, I would like to live a long life. Longevity has its place. But I’m not concerned about that now … I’ve seen the Promised Land. I may not get there with you. But I want you to know tonight, that we, as a people, will get to the Promised Land. And I’m happy tonight. I’m not worried about anything. I’m not fearing any man. Mine eyes have seen the glory of the coming of the Lord.
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was killed on April 4, 1968, in Memphis, Tennessee. He was standing on the balcony of his motel room, where he was preparing to lead a protest march for garbage workers who were on strike. James Earl Ray pleaded guilty to the assassination.
In 1983, President Reagan signed a bill creating a federal holiday celebrating Dr. King, first celebrated in 1986. The national holiday is celebrated every third Monday in January.
Happy Birthday, from The Source to the legend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Juice WRLD was an artist who changed the game in terms of hip-hop and melody. Although his career was cut short due to his tragic death, his legacy lives on. Overall, he is beloved by his fans, and the artists he inspired continue to dominate the charts. His sound is one that is extremely memorable, and he gave us some classic tracks during his time on earth. Unfortunately, on numerous occasions, it has felt like his legacy has been disrespected. For instance, unnecessary posthumous albums and the antics of his girlfriend Ally Lotti have left a bad taste in people’s mouths.
Speaking of Ally Lotti, one of her more recent controversies involved selling Juice’s underwear and other belongings to fans. Now, however, she is stooping to a serious low point. On her OnlyFans, Lotti has begun sending her subscribers an unlockable video for $30. As she explains in her caption, this is a sex tape between her and Juice. No one has confirmed whether this is truly the case, although there is no doubt that this is all very troubling.
“F*cked by my famous ex. Hackers are trying to threaten me to leak my old sex tape with my ex fiance Juice WRLD,” she explained. “IDGAF anymore. I’ll leak it myself. It’s a long time since I have been fucked rough with some big black c*ck like this. I am so mad that I am adding every nude I ever sent him. I know you will at least enjoy it. Can’t believe I am actually sending this but I can’t be threatened anymore.” Subsequently, Lotti was hit with lots of hate on Twitter. After all, Juice is beloved, and his fans were perturbed by how brazen this attempt for attention is.
Fans React
You can check out some of the reactions to Lotti’s leak, below. Let us know what you think of this, in the comments section. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the music world. We will continue to keep you informed on your favorite artists and their upcoming projects. There is a lot of great music set to drop this year.
Ally Lotti is one of of the most shameless people i have ever seen. disgusting asf https://t.co/DX1dMNZPlp
Kanye West and Kid Cudi have had a complicated friendship over the years. Although they have both inspired each other greatly, they haven’t always been on good terms. Just last year, it appeared as though these two would never be friends again. Kanye West was going off the deep end and was dissing Pete Davidson who is friends with Cudi. However, recently, the two ended up reconciling, much to the delight of hip-hop fans around the world.
In fact, it seems as though Kanye West is going to have Cudi on his new album Vultures. This is huge news, and fans are very excited to see how this is going to play out. While Vultures is still a ways away, there is hope that it will come out eventually. That said, Kid Cudi did drop his new album INSANO on Friday. This is a lengthy project that contains a plethora of bangers and melodic songs. As it turns out, Ye is feeling the album right now. Below, you can see that he took to his Instagram story to promote the album.
The song that Ye is feeling, in particular, is “ELECTROWAVEBABY.” As we know, Cudi is known for those melodic bangers that take you to a whole new plain of existence. That is certainly the case with the tracks on INSANO. While the album is getting mixed reviews at this juncture, there is no denying that Cudi is someone who elicits a reaction. The fact that Kanye likes the album, is indicative of the fact that Cudi has done something interesting with his album. Hopefully, Cudi continues to do his thing.
Let us know what your favorite track on INSANO is, in the comments section down below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the music world. We will continue to keep you informed on your favorite artists and their upcoming projects. There are some great new albums coming out in 2024.
On this date over three decades ago, Chris Martin b.k.a the legendary DJ Premier and Keith Elam b.k.a the Guru (Gifted Unlimited Rhymes Universal) put together Gang Starr’s second and possibly most memorable album, Step Into The Arena. The duo was one of the first groups signed the newly formed Chysalis/EMI label after ditching Wild Pitch Records following their debut album, No More Mr. Nice Guy.
With production solely in the hands of Preemo and Guru, the raw, gritty sound that helped mold New York Hip Hop during its Golden Era can be found in many facets of this project, which is somewhat surprising coming from a rapping teacher from Boston and a DJ from Houston, Texas who just happened to link up in East New York, Brooklyn. Tracks such as the jux-inspired “Just To Get A Rep”, the consciously cool lyricism of “Who’s Gonna Take The Weight” and the hilarious bug-a-boo fueled “What You Want This Time?” showed and proved Gang Starr’s innate ability to capture an experience on wax that all listeners can feel.
Salute to Preemo, the Elam family and everyone else involved in creating this piece of Hip Hop history!
The world has come to stand and acknowledge the 50-year mark of the assassination of a man who is defined as being the most influential civil rights leader in American history, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. On April 4, 1968, as he stood on the balcony of Lorraine Motel in Memphis, Dr. King was fatally struck with a bullet by James Earl Ray, an unlawful racist. The striking assassination of Dr. King follows a sturdy 14-year reign serving as a dominant figure in the civil rights movement fighting for the security of legal rights for African Americans. It was a fight drilled with nonviolence and civil disobedience, being burgeoned by the vile acts of racial segregation, disenfranchisement, and exploitation of all hanging from the centerfold of racism.
The powerfully symphonic voice of Dr. King in his iconic “I Have A Dream” speech delivered at the 1963 March on Washington sets the tone for emotional empowerment. It is currently the most sampled Dr. King audio recording in hip-hop history. In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr and his sound legacy. Here are nine hip-hop songs sampled by the legendary leader’s voice.
1. Sadat X “Return of the Bang Bang” (2010)
Reigning from the silver-tongued posse who is bound to their divine blackness is Sadat X of Brand Nubian on the solo tip with “Return of the Bang Bang.” The unorthodox emcee takes to the mic to drop insight about his daily journey as a seasoned vet returning to the game. In his signature abstract style, Sadat uses Dr. King’s “I Have a Dream” passage to serve rightful diction in his tunnel of bars. “Return of the Bang Bang” is featured on Sadat’s 2010 sequel gem Wild Cowboys II.
2. Heavy D & the Boyz “A Better Land” (1989)
One of the golden era’s finest, the late Heavy D is pouring his soul out in rhyme in “A Better Land” with his boyz about improving the meager conditions of impoverished communities. The telling track starts with a sample of Dr. King’s “I Have A Dream” speech that ends with one of his most acquainted quotes, “We hold these truths to be self-evident that all men, are created equal.”
3. Edo G feat. Masta Ace “Wishing” (2004)
Donald Trump is not the first President of the United States to be highly scorned by most of his country. Back in 2004, George W. Bush was in office, turning America’s dream into a nightmare with his jest-like measures. Edo G and Masta Ace took to the mic to release their wishes while demanding intrinsic change in the American way. After Masta Ace crops the title of a dreamer, Dr. King’s infamous line about his dream for freedom and justice in Mississippi hoards the track.
4. Cyhi Da Prynce “Ring Bellz” (2010)
Cyhi Da Prynce is honoring his cultural edge through the barrels of black history in “Ring Bellz” a song from his 2010 mixtape Royal Flush. While mixing his braggadocios persona with black excellence, the G.O.O.D. music wordplayer takes it from Fredrick Douglass to Stokely Carmichael, with the profound words from Dr. King’s beloved speech leading the track.
5. Common feat. will.i.am “A Dream” (2006)
Chicago’s renowned poet in rhyme Common teamed up with will.i.am of The Black Eyed Peas for a true hip-hop measure that reflects on the progression and condition of blacks in a known racist America, the way Dr. King stood sturdy for titled “A Dream.” Owning the same desire for nation zenith, just as King, it was sensible for the abstract collab to start with King’s pacifying “We gonna work it out” saying.
6. Grandmaster Flash and The Furious Five “The King” (1988)
With Melle Mel being heralded as one of hip-hop’s earliest conscious rappers, the lingering legacy of Dr. King has certainly played a role during hip-hop’s infancy. The hip-hop pioneer rocks the mic with delight honoring the deeds of Dr. King by recognizing the Civil rights icon’s brightest accomplishments while calling for the bells of freedom. “He brought hope to the hopeless, strength to the weak.”
7. Wu-Tang Clan “Never Let Go” (2014)
Known for their supremely motivational rap hymns, the Wu-Tang Clan hit the masses with a dream driven tune in signature fashion. Docking off of their sixth studio album A Better Tomorrow is “Never Let Go” an ode to survival during challenging times. Before Masta Killa leads and after U-God anchors the track, a courteous potent chunk of Dr. King’s “I Have a Dream” speech is heard where the beloved leader makes one of his most bracing points, “For many of our white brothers, as evidenced by their presence here today, have come to realize that their destiny is tied up with our destiny. And they have come to realize that their freedom is inextricably bound to our freedom.”
8. Boogie Down Productions “Love’s Gonna Get’cha (Material Love)” (1990)
Emphasis is something KRS-One has mastered as a lyricist. Amid the prime of Boogie Down Productions‘ fourth studio album Edutainment comes its top single “Love’s Gonna Get’cha (Material Love),” a song that serves as a warning about the detrimental lust that comes with chasing after material things. To throw emphasis on “movin’ on,” the voice of Dr. King chanting the phrase from his final speech “I’ve Been to the Mountain Top.”
9. Immortal Technique feat. Chuck D, Brother Ali, and Killer Mike “Civil War” (2011)
Budding off of the musically factious Immortal Technique‘s 2011 compilation album The Martyr is “Civil War” featuring Chuck D, Brother Ali, and Killer Mike, an unapologetic effort to audibly express “trying to survive cultural assassination,” the great PE lead makes it clear in the chorus. The track samples a selection of King’s final speech, where the iconic leader encourages the destruction of fear in exchange for glory.
Dr. King’s call for sound justice fused into a faithful dream for African Americans has thrived its way into hip-hop culture out of the purpose of nature. The infancy of hip-hop culture is a result of movements that brewed during Dr. King’s time. Movements that were centered in the fight for justice and art of freedom such as the Black Panther Party and Black Arts Movement, who all commonly owned a desire to climb the path of racial justice. The youth of hip-hop’s beginnings dreamed of topnotch mobility out of the hood, reversing the culture of police brutality, and several cases of discrimination ceased. Now, since the culture has grown into a universal phenomenon, Dr. King’s dreamy element of justice is emblematic in hip-hop whenever he is sampled on a track.
There has not been a figure in the history of the United States that can ever be compared to the life and legacy of the late Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. His methods of non-violent protest that were used to fight oppression and inequality in this country have been emulated all over the world. Besides, who else has been given their federal holiday that wasn’t a former president?
In celebration of Dr. King’s birthday today, without focusing on how the U.S. government is admittedly responsible for his tragic and untimely death or the rumorous allegations of him being a philandering lady’s man, the Mind Squad presents a photo gallery that captures some of Dr. King’s most intimate moments within the struggle for the liberation of Black people.
And for those that didn’t know, this rendition of “Happy Birthday” composed by Stevie Wonder, which can be heard at many Black birthday shindigs, was originally created in memory of the late Dr Martin Luther King Jr.
Today, we celebrate Martin Luther King Day, and people all over the country are honoring him with special events and acts of kindness to commemorate the day while honoring his legacy.
Among the many celebrators was the streaming platform Tidal. Seems like the perfect timing with everything going on in the world. Today, Tidal launched a playlist highlighting social injustice, change, and peace. The playlist features historical recordings, including the civil rights leader’s “I Have a Dream”‘” speech, as well as his comments protesting racism and the Vietnam War. Another popular speech added was his 1961 Lincoln University message and his latest speech in 1968. In total there are 30 recordings, with a special additional playlist, ‘Music from the Mountaintop’. The playlist features music inspired by Dr. King or reflective of his message by Jay-Z, Bob Dylan, Kendrick Lamar, J. Cole, Nina Simone, Stevie Wonder, Lauryn Hill, and the late Prince.
If you have not had the chance yet to check out Tidal or need a little motivation today, This playlist may just be what you need.
Juice WRLD’s girlfriend before his death, Ally Lotti, is selling a sex tape of herself with the late rapper on OnlyFans, claiming hackers want to leak it.
JPEGMAFIA is an artist who is not afraid to speak up about the things that make him passionate. Overall, he is an artist who takes risk and that certainly comes through in his music. His album with Danny Brown, Scaring The Hoes, was our best of 2023, and he has plans for more projects. In fact, the artist is in the midst of working on his latest solo album, and he has been telling fans that it should be here soon. However, over the weekend, JPEG focused his attention on none other than Kanye West.
In a now-deleted rant, JPEG had a lot to say about the legendary hitmaker. Essentially, he was upset at how Ye has passed him up to work with other artists. This even led to some shots at none other than Freddie Gibbs. “Also Kanye West i respect u but the way u acknowledge n****s who have less to offer u than me makes me feel a way,” the artist wrote. “Im a scientist in the lab a surgeon bruh u and u skip over me for n****s thats getting they baby mommas fucked on camera. I wanna make money fuck these n****s.” This morning, JPEGMAFIA apologized for his rant, although he still thinks Ye has a propensity for working with incels.
Im sorry for my rant about kanye earlier i just wanted to work with my idol. & Truthfully i dont give a fuck about nothing kanye got going on at this point i just wanted to get paid. But its ok im not a rapist or some weirdo incel nigga so i get why he wouldnt wanna work with me.…
“Im sorry for my rant about kanye earlier i just wanted to work with my idol. & Truthfully i dont give a fuck about nothing kanye got going on at this point i just wanted to get paid,” he explained. “But its ok im not a rapist or some weirdo incel n***a so i get why he wouldnt wanna work with me. im kool with that.” Needless to say, the artist is not afraid to go after the biggest artists. Even if that means upsetting swaths of that person’s fanbase.
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