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Detroit rapper Kash Doll is back to popping off on Kevin Durant. The hip-hop star has fired off a playful shot at the Brooklyn Nets leader by showing off her own basketball skills. Kash Doll Proves She’s The Real KD Doll hit up her Instagram page to flex some serious muscle. Kash revealed footage of […]
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It might not feel like it given how reserved he tends to be, but Earl Sweatshirt is somewhat of a young veteran in the game. Having risen to stardom as Tyler, The Creator’s mischievous and filthy-minded right-hand man, Earl quickly won hearts and minds through sharp lyricism and clever flows. Since emerging onto the scene with his classic mixtape Earl, Sweatshirt has gone on to deliver several acclaimed studio albums, with many citing his 2018 effort Some Rap Songs as his creative peak.
Despite boasting an impressive discography to his name and a loyal fanbase, Earl has never quite dominated at the numbers game. Not that he really needed to, being among hip-hop’s rare numbers of unapologetic auteurs. Still, the experimental ex-Odd Future emcee has recently hit a new commercial milestone, securing the first RIAA certification of his career.
As reported by Pigeons and Planes, Earl’s “Chum” has officially gone gold. Originally released in late 2012 as the lead single to his debut album Doris, the song arrived following a lengthy stint at a Samoa boarding school for at-risk teenagers. Lyrically, Sweatshirt opened up and brought fans into his life, speaking on his father’s absence and the impact it had on him growing up. He also spoke on his time at the boarding school, airing his frustrations at having his circumstances publicized in the media. Overall, “Chum” remains one of his essential songs, and it’s no surprise that it has withstood the test of time.
We’d like to extend our congratulations to Earl Sweatshirt for securing the first RIAA certificate of his career. Be sure to revisit “Chum” below.
WATCH: Earl Sweatshirt – Chum
Lil Nas X is one of the most successful and visible gay music stars of the past couple years, thanks both to hits like “Old Town Road” and “Montero (Call My By Your Name)” and to his willingness to speak out about being gay. Now, he has suggested that he might have something in the works for Pride Month, which is celebrated in June.
Taking to Twitter this afternoon, he wrote, “i wanna do something special for homosexual month in a few weeks.”
i wanna do something special for homosexual month in a few weeks
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(@LilNasX) May 17, 2021
Since coming out, Lil Nas X has discussed his sexuality on a number of occasions. Recently, for example, he talked about the possibility of alienating his straight fans, saying that this doesn’t bother him anymore: “At first I was really afraid of alienating any of my straight fans. But then it was kind of like, if they feel offended, they were never really here for me. They were here for whatever version of myself they made up in their head.”
Over the weekend, he also teased the video for his next single, “Sun Goes Down.” He wrote of it, “in the ‘sun goes down’ video i go back in time to visit a younger version self who’s struggling inside, hating himself, & doesn’t want to live anymore. i try my best to uplift him. can’t wait to share this song and video with you guys on friday. this one is really special to me.”
in the “sun goes down” video i go back in time to visit a younger version self who’s struggling inside, hating himself, & doesn’t want to live anymore. i try my best to uplift him. can’t wait to share this song and video with you guys on friday. this one is really special to me. pic.twitter.com/Ff9lxHwn44
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Dreamville’s J. Cole is letting loose all types of gems fresh from dropping his The Off-Season album. The hip-hop star has dished on all types of eye-opening topics including plans to drop the mic for good nearly 10 years ago. J. Cole Was Ready To Retire In ’14 In a new “The ETC With Kevin […]
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During his latest interview with HNHH, Detroit rapper 42 Dugg hinted at the title of his upcoming studio album Free Dem Boyz. The project has been in the works for months and it finally looks like it’s time for the budding superstar to deliver the full-length, revealing to his followers that it arrives at the end of this week.
Dedicated to his friends that are locked up, as well as those that have tragically lost their lives, 42 Dugg seeks to make a grand impact with his next studio album. The 4PF and CMG-signed rapper has been teasing the body of work all month and on Monday, he finally announced the official release date.
“FREE DEM BOYZ OUT THIS FRIDAY 5/21,” wrote Dugg on Instagram. “I told y’all I was coming!!!!!!!!!! this Bitch so f*cking hard.”
The pre-save has hit all streaming services, revealing that the album will contain nineteen new songs, including the previously released “4 Da Gang” with Roddy Ricch, “Free Me,” and “Free Merey.” The cover artwork pays tribute to some of Dugg’s closest friends, including Woo, Skeet, Nell, Rico, and others.
Stay tuned for more coverage surrounding the album once it’s released on Friday. Let us know in the comments if you’re excited to hear new music from 42 Dugg.
Grammy-winning rapper Eminem’s daughter is serious when it comes to her foot apparel. The hip-hop star’s mini-me Hailie Jade has blessed social media with a sneak peek at her love for PUMA kicks. With the summer only weeks away and the heat already in full effect, we’re going to leave the Timberlands in the closet […]
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When opportunities come knocking for athletes who are hoping to go pro, it’s not unheard of for them to jump at them. Last week, Juantarius Bryant reportedly jumped at the opportunity to work out with the Atlanta Falcons and immediately made his way to the team’s practice facility. Unfortunately for him, however, the invitation that he had received was fake.
According to Complex, Bryant was fooled by someone texting him pretending to be Falcons defensive coordinator Dean Pees, and it wasn’t until he pulled up to what he thought was check-in for the Falcons‘ “rookie minicamp” that he realized that he wasn’t actually invited.
After news of his embarrassing situation started to spread, the former defensive back from Austin Peay State University hit Twitter to explain his side of the story.
“It’s most definitely one of the most embarrassing things that has ever happened to me and a very humbling experience,” Bryant said in his statement. “Just want to apologize to everyone and the Atlanta Falcons organization for the mix up. I honestly though tit was a legit opportunity on my end.”
“I do not know or understand why this has happened,” he continued. “But I do know that everything happens for a reason. Yes, this was heart breaking for me, but just another stepping stone that I am not afraid to admit or overcome…I’m still striving, and still in the best shape of my life. When the opportunity presents itself, I will be ready.”
Even though the invitation was fake, at least Juantarius Bryant quickly jumped at the opportunity to prove that he was ready to make a splash in the NFL. Stay tuned for more updates on the NFL hopeful‘s journey.
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Atlanta-based rapper Rich Homie Quan has managed to stick around the rap game for nearly a decade. Alongside his former Rich Gang partner Young Thug, Rich Homie showed tons of promise as one of the frontrunners of the new age of hip-hop stars from Georgia. While it seems as though the rapper may never reach his full potential in terms of mainstream popularity, he’s still pushing forward and releasing tons of quality new music.
A few weeks ago, Rich Homie returned with his new single “Daily Bread” and he has officially followed it up with another video single, dropping “To Be Worried” on Monday.
In the new song, Rich Homie reflects on Nipsey Hussle’s death, how it has inspired him to move differently, and how he’s simply too rich to be worrying about anybody else’s opinions. If you’re a fan of the rapper, you won’t want to miss out on this one.
Check out the video below.
Quotable Lyrics:
One thing is for certain, I know my opps gon’ get rolled on
Paperwork don’t lie, go find a n***a I done told on
Snitchin’ will get you killed, it’ll get you flipped just like an old phone
After taking a little break in the wake of his and Fat’s pregnancy announcement, Tobe Nwigwe and his family return in the elaborate, exuberant video for “Fye Fye.” Debuting the video exclusively on Facebook, Tobe and the gang turn all the way up while representing South West Alief, Texas (aka SWAT, aka “WEEEEEST”), again donning their matching uniforms and employing a small army of dancers on a local outdoor basketball court.
This time around, Tobe’s flow reaches a register normally reserved for college basketball fans after winning a championship game as he shouts out his hometown — literally — and asserts his realness over yet another domineering, bass-heavy production from Lanell Grant. Fat herself appears midway through the video to run rampant all over the beat, proclaiming her toughness, wit, and loyalty as she and the bun in her oven bop along. “I ain’t Kim,” she shouts to close her verse. “Tob’ can’t never go Kanye!”
2021 looks to be a big year for the Nwigwe family. Not only was Tobe booked for The Roots’ 2021 Jam Session in March (with kids and wife in tow, as per usual), he also made his television debut with a performance of “Eat” on JImmy Kimmel Live! Tobe’s always been about progressing with every move, so his next one is sure to be even bigger.
Watch the “Fye Fye” video above.
