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Rema Pays Homage To African Cinema With His Sinister ‘Ozeba’ Video

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Rema’s sinister “Ozeba” video pays homage to African cinema, borrowing its concept from the cult classic Beninese horror film from which the song takes its name. “Ozeba” means trouble in the Edo language; the idea is made evident through the song’s pulsating rhythm and boastful, menacing lyrics. “I dey vex every day, only thing wey fit make me dey happy na ikebe,” he growls in pidgin English. “Internet gangster, that thing wey you talk, make you come my front, make you for répété.”

“Ozeba” is the seventh single from Rema’s second studio album, Heis. Released in July, Heis peaked at No. 7 on the US World Albums Billbaord chart, propelled by energetic tracks like “Benin Boys” with Shalipoppi and “HEHEHE.”

In Uproxx’s review for Heis, Wongo Okon writes: “With Heis, Rema proves that he has no interest in being conventional. An album like Heis is a risky move, as mixed reviews have proven it to be, but truthfully, it’s just the polarizing jolt that Afrobeats needs.” It was also given one of the highest platforms in the genre thanks to Rema’s role as headliner at Afro Nation festivals in Portugal and Detroit, while “Ozeba” was selected as one of Uproxx’s Best Songs of 2024.

Watch Rema’s “Ozeba” video above.

Are Mariah Carey And Anderson .Paak Dating?

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2024 couldn’t just end without one more celebrity dating rumor popping up, could it?

Are Mariah Carey And Anderson .Paak Dating?

As TMZ reports, a little before Christmas, Carey and .Paak were spotted getting dinner together in Aspen. The two were apparently holding hands and .Paak was seen with his arm around her waist.

However, TMZ reports their sources say the two aren’t dating, but are working on new music together and have been in an Aspen studio. This summer, .Paak shared a video revealing he and Carey were working at the famous Electric Lady Studios together, so it appears the two are carrying on with whatever collaboration that is.

Both artists ended relationships recently. Earlier this year, .Paak filed for divorce from his wife after 12 years of marriage. Shortly before that, Carey and longtime boyfriend Bryan Tanaka ended their relationship, with Tanaka writing on social media, “With mixed emotions, I share this personal update regarding my amicable separation from Mariah Carey after seven extraordinary years together. Our decision to embark on different paths is mutual, and as we navigate these separate journeys, we do so with profound respect and an overwhelming sense of gratitude for the invaluable time we’ve shared.”

The Beyoncé Bowl (Her Christmas Day NFL Halftime Show) Is Now Streaming On Netflix

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Christmas has passed, but Beyoncé is still in the giving mode. On December 25, the “Texas Hold ‘Em” singer spent the holiday on the NRG Stadium field for the Houston Texans versus Baltimore Ravens halftime show. Despite fears that Beyoncé’s highly anticipated performance would experience buffering issues, it went off without a hiccup.

However, Beyoncé already had a backup plan should things have gone awry. Today (December 27), streamer Netflix announced that the Beyhive can relive her record-setting mini Cowboy Carter concert on the platform now.

“We’re screaming YA YA YA YA YA because BEYONCÉ BOWL, a standalone special, is now on Netflix,” wrote the company on X (formerly Twitter).

Although some supporters would undoubtedly prefer access to Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé, they are prepared to run Beyoncé Bowl into the ground for the time being. The special includes appearances by Beyoncé’s eldest daughter Blue Ivy Carter, Post Malone, Shaboozey, Tanner Adell, Brittney Spencer, Tiera Kennedy, and Reyna Roberts.

After another glance at any Easter eggs sprinkled throughout her performance, the Beyhive is sure to draft a new round of theories surrounding her “Look at that horse” teaser. If not, January 14, 2025, is only weeks away.

The Beyoncé Bowl is now streaming on Netflix. Find more information here.

NLE Choppa Experiments With R&B On “Picasso: Sluffin SZN X Slut SZN”

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A lot of people have not been liking the direction that NLE Choppa has been going in as of late. His “SLUT ME OUT” singles series is a big reason why due to its overtly sexual and vulgar lyricism. The Memphis MC came up as a rough, aggressive, and hungry act. However, this drastic switch up has left folks divided, uncertain, and upset. But NLE Choppa has been very vocal about this, and he’s looking to continue to explore and experiment.

That’s what he’s doing on his brand-new project, PICASSO: SLUFFIN SZN X SLUT SZN. This is a follow-up to his SLUT SZN tape from a couple of months ago. However, he’s included the tracks from that offering and combined it with the SLUFFIN SZN recordings. In a way, it’s a double LP. Throughout the lead-up to it, Choppa has been comparing himself a lot to Michael Jackson. He obviously was a very versatile pop/R&B hitmaker, and that’s sort of what the youngster is doing here. Guests like Carey Washington, Summer Walker, Yung Bleu, and T-Pain help solidify this album’s more sensual direction in addition to the beats which pluck from subgenres like sexy drill. It’s a unique body of work from Choppa, so check it out below.

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Picasso: Sluffin SZN X Slut SZN – NLE Choppa

PICASSO: SLUFFIN SZN X SLUT SZN Tracklist:

  1. Love Me
  2. Sinking Slowly (feat. Carey Washington)
  3. Ballin
  4. Stingy with Summer Walker
  5. Still At Home with Yung Bleu
  6. I Love Your Way
  7. Lifted with Skilla Baby
  8. Ease The Pain
  9. Get Money (feat. T-Pain)
  10. Here Right Now
  11. Don’t Walk Away (feat. Carey Washington)
  12. Fireworks
  13. Gang Baby
  14. SLUT ME OUT 2
  15. SLUT ME OUT 3 with Whethan (feat. Carey Washington)
  16. Go
  17. Or What with 41, Kyle Richh
  18. SLUT ME OUT 2 – COUNTRY ME OUT with J.P.
  19. Stickin And Movin
  20. Catalina with Yaisel LM
  21. Or What with EMRLD, LRBG, Dan Chmielinski (feat. 41 & Kyle Richh) – Orchestra Mix
  22. What A Christmas
  23. SLUT ME OUT 2 – COUNTRY ME OUT CASHVILLE REMIX with Reyna Roberts

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“Motorsports” Inspiration Powers The Jordan Luka 3 Design

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The Jordan Luka 3 “Motorsports” pays homage to a legendary Jordan Brand tradition. Luka Dončić’s signature sneaker takes cues from the 2006 Air Jordan 4 “Motorsports,” a design inspired by Michael Jordan’s racing team. This connection ties the basketball and motorsports worlds together seamlessly. The sneaker features a sleek black and white colorway with striking royal blue accents. The bold blue highlights the midsole, eyelets, and inner lining, adding energy to the overall look. Meanwhile, the black base boasts a textured pattern, creating a dynamic and modern design. The white overlays provide balance, ensuring a clean and versatile appearance.

Performance remains at the forefront of the Luka 3. The sneaker includes Jordan Brand’s IsoPlate system for stability and Formula 23 cushioning for comfort. These features cater to Luka’s explosive and versatile playing style, making the shoe ideal for both court performance and casual wear. Branding details, like Luka’s logo on the heel and the Jumpman on the outsole, emphasize its signature status. The “Motorsports” theme elevates the Luka 3 to new heights, combining heritage and innovation. Fans of Luka Dončić and Jordan Brand will appreciate this thoughtful nod to history and performance-driven design. Expect this release to make waves. You said:

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“Motorsports” Jordan Luka 3

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The pair features a white rubber sole, with a white midsole, and a blue Jumpman on the sides. Further, the uppers are comprised of a white material, black and blue overlays. Also, checkered details are on the sides of the shoes, an ode to the motorsports colorway. Both Jordan branding and Luka branding are present on the tongues and the heels of these sneakers in silver.

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Sneaker Bar Detroit reports that the Jordan Luka 3 “Motorsports” will be released in the spring of 2025. Also, the retail price of the sneakers will be $130 when they drop. Fans eagerly anticipate this release, as the design pays homage to Michael Jordan’s racing team. With its sleek look and affordable price, it’s set to be a popular choice among basketball and sneaker enthusiasts alike.

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Drake Has A Surprising Take On Whether Or Not Hip-Hop Is Dead

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Drake and Adin Ross seemed to have a great time during the Drizzmas giveaway stream on Thursday night (December 26), but they almost got into some deep conversations. After talking about Drizzy’s upcoming collab album with PARTYNEXTDOOR for a second, the streamer remarked that “rap’s dead,” which led the 6ix God to make a curious remark. “Oh, let’s not go there, let’s not go there,” he expressed. “You know what? Honestly, it’ll never die. […] What do you mean? […] Just, it was a weird NBA season. New season starts in, like, five days, anyway.”

Of course, Drake has plenty of reasons this year to have his problems with hip-hop, but it seems like not even a rap battle loss to Kendrick Lamar can fully fuel a cynical view. Sure, it has been a pretty wild and bizarre “season” for rap music, but the OVO mogul knows well that the core of the art form will always exist. This is also too vague to really make heads or tails of, especially without some further context. It’s the question of whether or not the genre’s “death” is about what new music is coming out or about what direction it’s heading in, and maybe these two were talking from these different perspectives.

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Drake Speaks On The “Rap Is Dead” Narrative

Also, another reason as to why Drake fans found these comments curious is due to his legal battle with UMG and Spotify. In fact, he even made some other remarks about staying strong in the face of individuals and big corporations, so fans are reading between the lines a lot now. Regardless of where that actually goes in court, it’s undeniable that it sparked a wider conversation about the commercial music industry and how it’s affected hip-hop.

But Drake’s 2024 wasn’t the only thing that he made slight jabs about here and there, as he also teased Playboi Carti and Adin Ross for their disastrous stream attempt. He and Adin clearly just wanted to have a good time and give back to the die-hards, but they ended up giving us a microcosm of a lot of hip-hop discourse right now. Just goes to show that rap music is about much more than multiple isolated incidents or circumstances.

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Drake Takes A Subtle Shot At Playboi Carti By Teasing His Strange Stream With Adin Ross

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Drake and Adin Ross’ “Drizzmas Giveaway” went over extremely well when you look at it. The two pals were able to gift some insane prizes to some lucky winners. For example, viewers had the chance to take home tickets to Drake’s upcoming shows in Australia. Additionally, more tangible items were included such as money and expensive cars. Moreover, a lot of folks were tuning in throughout the evening. In fact, just within the first 60 minutes, 180,000 people were watching it on Kick. Being able to spread their wealth to others certainly made them smile and at the end of the event, the two took some time to appreciate their time with one another. However, it didn’t come without poking some fun at someone else.

Drake began by saying, “What an unlikely duo.” Adin then concurred, “Real s***… I’m so happy we’re close man.” Drizzy couldn’t agree more, and he acknowledged how important it was that they had met prior to the stream. He said that because, “Or I would have like came on your stream and like just had a hockey mask on and like tried to pretend to not know you.” This appears to be an indirect dig at Playboi Carti who ruffled Adin and many others’ feathers for acting strange during their stream back in February.

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Are Drake & Carti Beefing Now?

He only appeared for about five minutes or so, barely said anything, and walked out with $2 million in Adin’s money. Drake never says Carti’s name directly, but his host knew what he was referring to. “Yeah, true… that was f***ed up.” Drizzy said that it wasn’t weird though, but rather what he would have done as well. That seemed to upset Adin a little, so it’s hard to tell what Drake was getting at with that comment.

Since that Carti collab, though, him and Adin’s relationship still seems to be in this weird gray area. The Atlanta rapper did thank him for praising his “ALL RED” snippet but then turned around and laughed at his expense during the Hitta J3 back-and-forth. If you remember Adin had started it by addressing Hitta’s claims that he wasn’t welcome in California due to his friendship with Drake. He even threated to sue the GNX guest, but Hitta clapped back with a response on social media. “No wonder Carti didn’t take your podcast serious. You n****s be kids with some fame & let it get to yall head Adin.”

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Bad Bunny Announces New Album ‘DeBÍ TiRAR MÁS FOTos’

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2025 will be Bad Bunny season. The Puerto Rican superstar hit Instagram and announced his next album, DeBÍ TiRAR MÁS FOTos, for Jan. 5.

You can see the trailer below.

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Common Calls Drake vs. Kendrick One of Hip-Hop’s Greatest Battles, Says Kendrick is the Winner

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Common knows a thing or two about both rap beef and Drake. Speaking with Earn Your Leisure, he named the battle between Drake and Kendrick Lamar as one of the greatest we have seen in Hip-Hop.

“I was like, ‘Wow. This is for real.’ These dudes are going at it because Drake was delivering and then Kendrick came, and Kendrick kept giving him blows,” Common said. “He did what he had to do and he came out the victor. Point blank, he won.”

You can hear it all below.

Those Kendrick Lamar bars are burned into Drake’s head. While on stream with Adin Ross for Drizzmas, the Boy quotes “Euphoria” to shout out Sexyy Redd.

When asked about Sexyy Redd, Drake says, “Shout out Sexyy; when I see her, I see two bad ones.”

You can see the moment below.

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