Month: February 2024

Jay-Z Used His Global Impact Award Acceptance Speech To Air Many Grievances With The Grammys, From Their Treatment Of Hip-Hop To Beyoncé’s Snubs

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Jay-Z‘s sense of humor was on full display — for better or worse — during his acceptance speech at the 2024 Grammys as he received the Dr. Dre Global Impact Award alongside his daughter Blue Ivy. While he self-deprecatingly teased himself for being unable to fully boycott the awards show, he also took the opportunity to air out his feelings about the Recording Academy snubbing his wife Beyoncé for Album of the Year for multiple years.

“I don’t wanna embarrass this young lady but she has more Grammys than everyone and never won Album of the Year,” he said. “So even by your own metrics, that doesn’t work. Think about that: the most Grammys, never won Album of the Year. That doesn’t work.” He also joked that some of the nominees didn’t deserve their nominations, which… Look, I’ll write that one later. We’ve always known Jay don’t play about Beyoncé, but giving him a mic at this year’s awards may have backfired on those who admitted that they voted against Beyoncé out of spite.

Not for nothing, fans were amused and impressed by the speech because Jay was only saying some things that fans have been saying a good, long while. But, of course, his joking admission that he can’t quit the show completely made him relatable and took some of the sting out of his words.

From the choices of embedded tweets here, you probably know where this writer stands. If not, read this, then check out the rest of our Grammys coverage here.

Victoria Monet Wins Best R&B Album Grammy With “Jaguar II”

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Victoria Monet secured a win in the Best R&B Album category at the 2024 Grammy Awards on Sunday night with her project, Jaguar II. In doing so, she beat out Babyface (Girls Night Out), Summer Walker (Clear 2: Soft Life EP), Emily King (Special Occasion), and Coco Jones (What I Didn’t Tell You (Deluxe)).

Despite being active in the industry for over a decade, Jaguar II marked Monet’s debut studio album. She’s been nominated for three Grammys prior to 2024 for work she contributed to songs by Ariana Grande as well as Chloe and Halle Bailey.

Read More: Lil Durk & J. Cole Win Best Melodic Rap Performance Grammy For “All My Life”

Victoria Monet Arrives At Grammy Awards

Los Angeles, CA – February 04: (L-R) John Gaines, Victoria Monét and Hazel Monét arrives on the Red Carpet at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, CA, Sunday, Feb. 4, 2024. (Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images)

Among those to praise Monet on social media in response to the win was her frequent collaborator, Ariana Grande. ‘I am so deeply proud of you and happy for you there are no words,” Grande wrote on Instagram. “You have worked so hard and given so much of yourself to this industry for so, so long while quietly being in your absolute own league. We’ve talked about this happening since the day we met and over many tour bus sleepovers. It is the greatest joy to see the goodness you have poured into others, into your collaborators (I am so incredibly lucky to be one of them) over the years pouring right back into you. Happy does not begin to cover it. This is your motherf*ckin MOMENT!!!!!” Check out Monet’s response below.

Victoria Monet Reacts To Ariana Grande Praise On The Red Carpet

Elsewhere during the ceremony, Lil Durk, Killer Mike, J. Cole, and more artists took home awards. Be on the lookout for further updates on Victoria Monet as well as the rest of the 2024 Grammy Awards on HotNewHipHop.

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Why Was Killer Mike Arrested At The Grammys 2024?

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One of the biggest winners from the 2024 Grammys night is undoubtedly Killer Mike. The critically acclaimed rapper won his first Grammy Awards as a lead artist at this year’s award show and his first overall since winning in 2003 for Best Rap Performance By a Duo or Group thanks to “The Whole World” with Outkast. At the 2024 Grammys, Killer Mike won in the Best Rap Performance and Best Rap Song categories for “Scientists & Engineers” with André 3000, Future, and Eryn Allen Kane. He also won in the Best Rap Album for Michael. With these wins, Killer Mike was set to have a celebratory night, but that was interrupted when the rapper was taken away in handcuffs at Los Angeles’ Crypto.com arena.

Why Was Killer Mike Arrested At The Grammys 2024?

The Hollywood Reporter’s Chris Gardner reported that an official on Killer Mike’s team said that it appears that the rapper will be facing a “misdemeanor” charge for an incident that is not connected to anything that happened during the Grammy pre-show. “It’s a big nothing,” Gardner says a source told him. Gardner also added that he was told that Killer Mike “may be released later tonight from the arena.” As of press time, official charges against Killer Mike have yet to be revealed.

You can view video around Killer Mike’s arrest above and reports from Gardner below.

Doja Cat Went Full Post Malone For The 2024 Grammys, Complete With A Trucker Hat And (Possibly Fake) Face Tattoo

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Doja Cat’s sartorial switch-ups have been the subject of much attention and discussion since her 2018 breakout thanks to her mischievous instincts and adventurous choices. The 2024 Grammys have been no exception; in fact, she ramped up the surprise factor by pulling up to the red carpet in a princess dress and her skin adorned with an astonished array of new tattoos — including one across her forehead, Post Malone-style (the two collaborated on Malone’s 2022 single “I Like You“). You can see a few photos below.

Doja Cat is one of the artists looking forward to a win tonight and she’ll have a few opportunities to take home a golden gramophone. She’s nominated for three awards: Best Rap Song for “Attention,” Best Melodic Rap Performance for “Attention,” and Pop Solo Performance for “Paint The Town Red.” She’s had 19 nominations total, including Best New Artist, Record Of The Year for “Say So,” “Kiss Me More,” and “Woman,” and Album Of The Year for Planet Her. She won one award at the 64th Annual Grammy Awards: Best Pop Duo/Group Performance for “Kiss Me More.”

Funnily enough, Doja debuted her first tattoos at last year’s Grammys, showing them off ahead of the show and showing them off on the red carpet just weeks after trolling fans with a fake tattoo. Is her new collection of ink just as fake? I guess we’ll see at her next public appearance.

SZA Murders The 2024 Grammy Awards Audience With A Performance Of Her Hit Songs ‘Snooze’ And ‘Kill Bill’

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As the most nominated artist of the 2024 Grammy Awards, all eyes are on SZA. Just days before the coveted ceremony, The Recording Academy announced that the “Snooze” singer would take the stage. During her sit down with Apple Music, SZA confessed that she initially got into music to her naysayers wrong.

But after reaching massive success, SZA is well beyond that, and her Grammy performance proved that. After pulling out of the 2023 VMAs, her onstage set during the 2024 Grammys carried that much more weight. SZA knocked it out of the park without skipping a beat, performing her first No. 1 song and hit single “Kill Bill,” along with some of “Snooze.”

In May 2023, SZA shared a touching note after learning of the milestone. “Took me over a week to process ’cause I dreamt of this my entire career,” she said. “It didn’t feel real, lol, and still doesn’t. But I wanna say THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS. Every person, every fan base, every ear that listened and pushed for me. Can’t believe we have a number 1 record.”

At the 2024 Grammys, SZA is up for nine awards, including Album of the Year (SOS), Song and Record of the Year (“Kill Bill”), Best Progressive R&B Album (SOS), Best Traditional R&B Performance (“Love Language”), Best R&B Song (“Snooze”), Best R&B Performance (“Kill Bill”), Best Melodic Rap Performance (“Low”) and Best Pop Duo/Group Performance (“Ghost in the Machine”).

Find a clip of SZA’s performance above.

View Uproxx’s complete coverage of the 2024 Grammy Awards here. Check out the full list of nominees and winners here.

Tracy Chapman Made A Surprise 2024 Grammys Appearance To Join Luke Combs For A Perfect ‘Fast Car’ Duet

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There are only so many perfect songs in the world. “Fast Car” is one. Tracy Chapman’s 1988 single had a renaissance last year when country music star Luke Combs covered the song (earning Chapman a reported $500,000 in royalties — she also became the first Black woman to have the sole writing credit on a No. 1 country song) They performed the song together for the first time during the 2024 Grammys, after reports leading up to the show suggested they would.

“I never expected to find myself on the country charts, but I’m honored to be there. I’m happy for Luke and his success and grateful that new fans have found and embraced ‘Fast Car,’” the reclusive Chapman told Billboard about the cover.

Combs replied, “I have played it in my live show now for six-plus years and everyone — I mean everyone — across all these stadiums relates to this song and sings along. That’s the gift of a supernatural song writer. The success of my cover is unreal and I think it’s so cool that Tracy is getting recognized and has reached new milestones. I love that she is out there feeling all the love and that she gave me a shout-out! Thank you, Tracy!”

You can watch a clip of the performance above.

Air Jordan 1 High OG “Latte” Receives More Photos

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Embrace the timeless vibes of the Air Jordan 1 High OG, eagerly anticipating the soon-to-drop “Latte” colorway. With an incredibly popular silhouette, these sneakers are poised to make a bold statement in a warm Latte palette. The colorway introduces a soothing blend of creamy beige tones, delivering a versatile and sophisticated look. Crafted with premium materials and featuring the iconic Air Jordan design, these sneakers promise to be a must-have for enthusiasts and style seekers.

As we await the release, the Air Jordan 1 High OG remains a symbol of basketball heritage and streetwear fashion. The Latte colorway will captivate sneaker lovers, adding a touch of refined elegance to the iconic silhouette. Whether on the court or streets, the Air Jordan 1 High OG in “Latte” offers comfort, style, and a timeless appeal. Gear up to elevate your sneaker game with this release, seamlessly blending heritage and contemporary flair.

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“Latte” Air Jordan 1 High OG

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These sneakers feature a light brown rubber sole and a crisp off-white midsole. The uppers showcase a white leather base complemented by brown and black leather overlays, creating a sleek design. Also, the sides feature a bold black leather Nike Swoosh and Wings emblem, while the tongues proudly display black Nike branding. Overall, these kicks are a standout addition for both casual and fashion-forward wear.

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Sneaker Bar Detroit reports that the Air Jordan 1 High OG “Latte” will be released on May 29th. Also, the retail price of the sneakers will be $180 when they drop. Further, make sure to let us know what you think about these kicks in the comments below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the most recent updates and news from the sneaker community. We’ll make sure to offer you the newest products from the most notable brands.

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JT Salutes Nicki Minaj After Grammy Loss: “I Love You”

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JT came to Nicki Minaj’s defense following the rapper’s Grammy loss on Twitter, Sunday. The post comes after the Recording Academy’s social media accounts mistakenly announced that Nicki and Ice Spice’s “Barbie World” won Best Rap Song. In actuality, it was Killer Mike’s “Scientists & Engineers” that took home the award.

“I salute Nicki Minaj for not tapping out & still dropping music knowing it’s so many odds against her!” JT wrote. “It’s big money to end Nicki but it’s a BIGGER God! Keep being you! Your legacy will never be undone!!!! @NICKIMINAJ. I love you.” When one fan asked her to focus on promoting her own music instead, she replied: “Babe all my tweets are about my music my thumbs hurt from tweeting about it I took a break to speak on what matter to me, I see what matters to you. ME :).”

Read More: JT Called Out For Supporting Nicki Minaj Despite Megan Thee Stallion Bond

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SUNRISE, FLORIDA – MARCH 17: (EDITOR NOTE: A special effects camera filter was used for this image.) JT of the City Girls performs during “On Big Party Tour” at FLA Live Arena on March 17, 2023 in Sunrise, Florida. (Photo by Prince Williams/Wireimage)

Her support for Nicki Minaj comes amid the rapper’s ongoing feud with Megan Thee Stallion. That beef began when Megan took a subtle dig at Nicki’s husband, Kenneth Petty, for being a registered sex offender on her song, “Hiss.” In response, Nicki went on a series of rants on social media and released the diss track, “Big Foot.” Check out JT’s praise of Nicki below.

JT Voices Support For Nicki Minaj

Other winners at the 2024 Grammy Awards include Victoria Monét, Lil Durk, and more. Be on the lookout for further updates on JT and Nicki Minaj on HotNewHipHop.

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What Awards Are Announced During The Grammys Ceremony 2024?

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It’s officially Grammys night for 2024! The best artists in the music industry will be honored for their work in 2023, and hours before the main ceremony, a number of artists were graced with awards during the Grammys pre-show. Jack Antonoff won in the Producer of the Year, Non-Classical category while Paramore won in the Best Rock Album and Best Alternative Music Performance categories. The R&B ladies shined as SZA won Best Progressive R&B Album, Victoria Monét won Best R&B Album, and Coco Jones won Best R&B Performance. Killer Mike swept the rap categories with wins in the Best Rap Performance, Best Rap Song, and Best Rap Album categories.

A lot of categories were announced tonight, but there are still a good bunch of winners that will be announced in between performances for the Grammy Awards 2024. The remaining categories for the night are Album of the Year, Record of the Year, Song of the Year, Best New Artist, Best R&B Song, Best Country Album, Best Musicá Urbana Album, Best Pop Solo Performance, and Best Pop Vocal Album.

As of press time, Miley Cyrus’ “Flowers” was announced as the first winner of the night as it was selected in the Best Pop Solo Performance category. To see the full list of winners from the 2024 Grammy Awards, visit our updated list here.

Some artists covered here are Warner Music artists. Uproxx is an independent subsidiary of Warner Music Group.