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Kanye West Records “CARNIVAL” Verse In Room Full Of Friends: Video

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When asked about their recording process, some artists insist that they can only work in quiet studios free of all distractions. Kanye West, on the other hand, doesn’t mind performing while making his album, as we saw with Vultures 2. The controversial project finds Ty Dolla Sign and Ye further pushing creative boundaries and topping the charts, even with the latter’s widespread cancellation through the entertainment industry in recent years.

On Monday (March 18), a video surfaced online showing West in a room surrounded by dozens of friends, many of them seated around them. He had his recording tools set up in front of him, and headphones wrapped around his temples while seemingly nodding along to music blaring out of them. Around him, small talk and chatter continued until he began spitting his provocative bars. “Now I’m Ye-Kelly, b**ch / Now, I’m Bill Cosby, b**ch,” the father of four assertively declares. “Now, I’m Puff Daddy rich / That’s ‘Me Too’ me rich.”

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Kanye West’s Vultures 2 Recording Process

Along with the NSFW song, Ye and Dolla shared a CGI-generated visual to accompany “CARNIVAL,” which showcases a lot of violent imagery. Despite the controversy surrounding the “Stronger” hitmaker and his latest LP, his circus-themed track still managed to nab the No. 1 spot on Billboard‘s Hot 100 chart earlier this month. He’s hinted that at least one more installment of Vultures is coming our way this year, and we’re eager to see what his creative process will be for that.

Now that we’ve filled you in on how Kanye West recorded his verse on “CARNIVAL,” you can turn your attention to Ice Spice’s rumoured “New Body” verse. According to Ye. the New Yorker’s team is gatekeeping the music from being released, which doesn’t come as a surprise to many considering Spice’s working relationship with Nicki Minaj. Read the latest on that debacle at the link below, and check back later for more hip-hop/pop culture news updates.

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Kanye West & Ty Dolla $ign Showcase Violent Imagery In CGI Music Video For “CARNIVAL”

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Since VULTURES 1 by Kanye West and Ty Dolla $ign was beginning to be rolled out, we have received four sets of visuals. The first of which was revealed to us on Instagram for “TALKING” featuring Ye’s oldest child, North West. Following that, two versions of “VULTURES,” “Havoc Version” and “Juice Version,” got unique imagery. Now, after going number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, “CARNIVAL” gets the music video treatment.

Of course, this cut features Playboi Carti and Rich The Kid, and they have helped turn this record into a fan favorite. Its wild chanting backup vocalists paired with the EDM/trap beat is certainly a unique mix of textures and sonics. But it has won fans over in a hurry, being out for just over a month now. Additionally, like most things Kanye does, this video is anything but orthodox.

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Watch Music Video For “CARNIVAL”

It takes the single cover art and turns it into a scroller-esque set of violent and raging CGI imagery. You will catch a shot of the artwork for “CARNIVAL” near the 20 second mark. Clearly a lot of time and energy was put into this as all of the shots really emulate the vibe of the cut. The song has been an utter success for Kanye, making it his fifth number one track and his first in about 13 years. Additionally, Ty Dolla $ign can say this is number two, while Carti and Rich nabbed their first.

What are your thoughts on this brand-new music video for “CARNIVAL” by Kanye West, Ty Dolla $ign, Rich The Kid, and Playboi Carti? How do you feel about the song going number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart? Who had the best performance on the track? Is it still in your rotation? How do you feel about the CGI approach rather than a traditional video? We would like to hear what you have to say, so be sure to leave your takes in the comments section. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest news surrounding Kanye West, Ty Dolla $ign, Rich The Kid, and Playboi Carti. Finally, stay with us for everything else going on around the world of music.

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Kanye West Declares ‘F*ck Drake,’ ‘F*ck Adidas,’ And ‘F*ck’ Some Others As ‘Carnival’ Hits No. 1 On The Hot 100

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Yesterday (March 11) was a big day for Kanye West: It was revealed that his and Ty Dolla Sign’s Vultures 1 single “Carnival” is No. 1 on the latest Billboard Hot 100 chart. This makes the song Ye’s first No. 1 hit in 13 years, since his and Katy Perry’s 2011 collaboration “ET.” The achievement has West feeling some kind of way, and that way is vengeful.

In celebration of the feat, West shared his thoughts on Instagram, in which he goes after some of his opponents. He wrote:

“Rich Ty Carti and the supporters that stood by us through everything This number #1 is for you it’s for the people who won’t be manipulated by the system and f*ck adidas and everybody who works there or with them Anyone who goes to school with anyone who’s parents work at adidas Just know they tried to destroy me and here we are with the number 1 song in the world Like the fake dude I saw in the lobby at the Ritz that works at Goat You p*ssys don’t stand for sh*t And f*ck everybody at the Dailey Mail And F*ck everybody at the fashion houses that sided with Gabby and Hailey Bieber F*ck each and every single one of all And f*ck every Christian that watched me have my kids taken out of my control That’s how I feel And it’s f*ck Drake for taking Durk right at the beginning of the Vultures role out I’ll come back to yall if I think of more f*ck you’s.”

As Complex notes, the post has since been edited to read simply, “No caption.”

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Kanye West Goes Scorched Earth On Drake, Adidas, And Many More In Latest Instagram Rant

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Kanye West is on a nice run right now thanks to Vultures 1. His collaborative album with Ty Dolla Sign continues to be a fan favorite, and many are excited to hear the follow-up. However, the first Vultures is doing some impressive numbers right now. Overall, “Carnival” with Rich The Kid and Playboi Carti just hit number one on the Billboard Hot 100. This is a massive accomplishment, and it is yet another huge milestone for Ye in his career. That said, the achievement led to a pretty lengthy rant on Instagram.

While the rant itself has been deleted, the IG post it was attached to can still be found on his account. In this rant, he went after The Daily Mail, Adidas, and even Drake. “That’s how I feel And it’s fuck Drake for taking Durk right at the beginning of the Vultures role out I’ll come back to yall if I think of more fuck you’s,” Kanye West wrote. The Drizzy section was at the end of the rant. However, leading up to that, Ye unleashed the clip on the industry. He took the opportunity to go after anyone he has had a gripe with.

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Kanye West Vs. The World

“Rich Ty Carti and the supporters that stood by us through everything This number #1 is for you. It’s for the people who won’t be manipulated by the system,” Ye wrote. “And fuck adidas and everybody who works there or with them. Anyone who goes to school with anyone who’s parents work at adidas. Just know they tried to destroy me and here we are with the number 1 song in the world. “Like the fake dude I saw in the lobby at the Ritz that works at Goat You pussys don’t stand for shit. And fuck everybody at the Dailey Mail. And Fuck everybody at the fashion houses that sided with Gabby and Hailey Bieber Fuck each and every single one of yall And fuck every so called Christian and so called friend or so called family member that watched me have my kids taken out of my control.”

Let us know what you think of this rant from Kanye West, in the comments section down below. Are you excited for Vultures 2? What are your expectations for it? Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the music world. We will always be sure to keep you informed on all of your favorite artists and their upcoming projects.

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Kanye West Secures The No. 1 Spot On The New ‘Billboard’ Hot 100 Chart, Marking His First Chart-Topper In Over A Decade

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In music, the artist that dominates the charts tends to lead the pack. So, each week, when Billboard reveals the top 10 songs on its Hot 100 chart, entertainers and fans alike pause to comb over the results.

After weeks of streaming battles between music’s biggest names, the new rankings are ready for all to see. Continue below for the track-by-track breakdown for the chart dated March 16.

10. Taylor Swift – “Cruel Summer”

Until Taylor Swift‘s forthcoming album, The Tortured Poets Department is released, the Swifties are working hard to ensure the singer doesn’t leave the chart. Instead of latching onto her most recent project, Midnight, they’ve latched onto 2019’s “Cruel Summer.” Her Lover-era is long since over, but the public’s admiration for the track clearly isn’t.

9. Doja Cat – “Agora Hills”

Over the weekend, Doja Cat announced her departure from the popular social media platform Instagram. But she couldn’t abandon the music charts even if she tried. Her stand-out Scarlet track “Agora Hills” has continued to hold tight in Billboard‘s top 10. The record could sneakily snatch the No. 1 slot if her die-hard fans work hard enough at it.

8. SZA – “Snooze”

There’s no sleeping on SZA’s sheer star power. The multiple Grammy Award winner’s sophomore album, SOS, is nearly two years old, and yet it still hasn’t left the charts. The project’s fan favorite, “Snooze,” has continued to showcase just how mighty SZA’s pen can be in the No. 8 spot.

7. Zach Bryan — “I Remember Everything” Feat. Kacey Musgraves

The more Zach Bryan travels across the world on his Quittin Time Tour, the more he makes a country music fan out of all within earshot. Undoubtedly, the most addictive song on his self-titled album is “I Remember Everything.” The debut with Kacey Musgraves will surely be looked back on as a classic years down the line. So, it is no wonder why the track sets comfortably at No. 7.

6. Tate McRae – “Greedy”

Uproxx cover star Tate McRae’s recent live performance at the 2024 BRITS gave her breakout hit “Greedy” an added boost on the charts. For 25 weeks, the song has made the Hot 100 chart its home, peaking at No. 3 back in September. But with McRae’s string of live shows and the constant push on TikTok, another surge could be in the works.

5. Beyoncé — “Texas Hold ‘Em”

Beyoncé and her yeehaw agenda is a force to be reckoned with. With Act II only a few weeks away, the project’s lead single, “Texas Hold ‘Em,” won’t loosen its grip on the Beyhive. Although it has fallen out of the No. 1 slot, thanks to the fan-crafted viral lineup, it could gitty up right back to the top quite soon.

4. Benson Boone – “Beautiful Things”

Benson Boone’s “Beautiful Things” is showing subtle growth. In prior weeks, the track dropped from its peak position at No. 2 to No. 3. But for the week of March 16, the record climbed a slot up to No. 4.

3. Jack Harlow – “Lovin On Me”

Jack Harlow’s viral sensation “Lovin On Me” has refused to fall out of favor. Like the rapper, the record ebbs and flows based on which way the industry trends. While it currently sits at No. 3, it could very easily snatch its previously held No. 1 position.

2. Teddy Swims – “Lose Control”

Teddy Swims‘ “Lose Control” glides right back into the top two of this week’s Hot 100 chart. Due to its continued popularity, next week could be the moment when the song takes over at No. 1. But for right now, the growth to No. 2 will work just fine for the singer.

1. Kanye West and Ty Dolla Sign — “Carnival” Feat. Rich The Kid and Playboi Carti

At No. 1 is none other than Kanye West and Ty Dolla Sign. After a fierce battle with Beyoncé’s “Texas Hold ‘Em,” the collaborative duo Vultures 1 track, “Carnival,” featuring Rich The Kid and Playboi Carti, has snagged the top spot. According to Complex, this marked West’s first No. 1 song in 13 years.

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Kanye West & Ty Dolla $ign’s “CARNIVAL” Slides Into The No. 1 Slot On Billboard Hot 100

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Kanye West and Ty Dolla $ign have been pretty nonchalant around the success surrounding VULTURES 1. It went number one on the Billboard Hot 200, albeit for only one week. However, it was still very impressive, especially since one of the pillars of streaming, Apple Music, did not go out of their way to really promote the album. Outside of James Blake’s recent comments, it be another reason why Ye is leaning towards dropping VULTURES 2 on his website for $20. Now, Kanye West and his partner Ty can casually celebrate once more after Billboard announced that “CARNIVAL” will be going number one.

The wild and chaotic rager featuring Rich The Kid and Playboi Carti has been steadily making its way up the charts. In fact, it already hit the top spot on the TikTok Billboard Top 50 after jumping four placements. “CARNIVAL” will officially hold down number one when the list updates tomorrow, March 12. Furthermore, the explosive collaboration will take over Beyonce’s country hit “TEXAS HOLD ‘EM,” which had its reign for just seven days.

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This Marks Kanye’s Fifth Number One Hit & Ty Dolla $ign’s 2nd

Additionally, this is a big accomplishment for everyone involved, especially Kanye West. This is his first song to reach the mountain top since his contributions to the alien-like Katy Perry track “E.T.” from 2011. Also worth noting is the fact that Ye is now the only rapper in history to have a number one record in three decades (2000s, 2010s, and 2020s). Of course, Ty Dolla $ign, Playboi Carti, and Rich The Kid, have plenty to be proud of. For the L.A. artist, this is his second with his first being on Post Malone’s “Psycho.” For the featured guests, this is both their first time being this high on the Hot 100 chart.

What are your thoughts on Kanye West, Ty Dolla $ign, Rich The Kid, and Playboi Carti going number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart with “CARNIVAL?” Is this song good enough to reach this spot, why or why not? Who had the best performance on the track? Is it still in your rotation? We would like to hear what you have to say, so be sure to leave your takes in the comments section. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest news surrounding Kanye West, Ty Dolla $ign, Rich The Kid, and Playboi Carti. Finally, stay with us for everything else going on around the world of music.

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Kanye West & Ty Dolla Sign’s “CARNIVAL” Expected To Go No. 1 This Week

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The biggest track off of Ye and Ty Dolla $ign’s VULTURES 1 is still building up a lot of momentum. Moreover, according to Talk of the Charts, “CARNIVAL,” also featuring Rich The Kid and Playboi Carti, is expected to go No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 this week a little less than a month after its initial release. While it hasn’t been able to crack that top spot so far, the song still has a lot of social media pushing behind it and has been ranking high on pretty much every applicable commercial metric. These are all just predictions that aren’t coming straight from Billboard, but with that grain of salt in mind, it would be a pretty interesting cinch for the duo.

For example, if “CARNIVAL” goes number one, then Ye would become the first hip-hop artist to reach the top of the Billboard Hot 100 songs chart in three separate decades. His last No. 1 was 2011’s “E.T.” with Katy Perry, and “CARNIVAL” would be his fifth chart-topper alongside “Gold Digger,” “Slow Jamz,” and “Stronger.” As for Ty, it would be his second No. 1, and it would be Rich The Kid and Playboi Carti’s first. All this is pretty promising ahead of the prompt release of VULTURES 2 sometime… soon… ish.

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“CARNIVAL” Might Go No. 1 Ahead Of VULTURES 2‘s Release

What’s more is that, for folks who liked King Vamp on “CARNIVAL,” it looks like there will be plenty more where that came from. Playboi Carti appears on various tracks that Ye and Ty Dolla Sign featured during their recent VULTURES 2 listening party, so it looks like they’re working with a lot of the same collaborators as the first installment. While this might disappoint some fans, these albums are part of a series. As such, it’s no surprise that they feel connected like this, albeit like retreads. But we can’t say for sure until the rest of them actually drop.

Meanwhile, given that Rich The Kid hopped on a car to sing this song with fans at the Italy listening event, it’s clear that this song really resonated with the artists and with the fans in every sense of the word. Do you think that it will cinch a No. 1? Drop your thoughts down in the comments section below. Also, stay up to date on HNHH for the latest news and updates on all things Vultures.

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Freddie Gibbs Blasts “Carnival” While Golfing

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Freddie Gibbs has followed his Blue Lips collaborator ScHoolboy Q to the links as the rapper posted up at a driving range this week. Gibbs was seen hitting balls at a range while playing “Carnival“, the stand-out track from Kanye West and Ty Dolla $ign’s Vultures 1. Gibbs also appeared on the album, featuring on the track “Back To Me”. However, with the exception of the featured artists on “Carnival”, all other featured performances were officially uncredited.

However, golf is something that Gibbs has done for a while. He reportedly took up the sport during the early days of COVID quarantining but readily admitted he isn’t very good. “My handicap? I don’t know. It might be like a minus three or some shit. I’m bad. I’m trash. Definitely not a good golfer,” he told Complex in 2020. Maybe ScHoolboy can give Gibbs some pointers next time they link up. After all, ScHoolboy has participated in PGA Pro-Am tournaments as recently as 2022.

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ScHoolboy Q Doesn’t Want Bobbi Althoff Interview

As mentioned, golf is something that is taken a little more seriously by Gibbs’ recent collaborator, ScHoolboy Q. However, something ScHoolboy has no interest in is an interview with Bobbi Althoff. “F-ck outta here [laughing emoji],” the rapper wrote on X when a fan suggested the idea. Despite the fan calling the idea “legendary”, ScHoolboy doesn’t appear to be too thrilled with the suggestion. Is this an interview you’d want to see? Let us know in the comments.

However, it’s understandable why he would not want the interview. After all, Althoff’s style is not for everyone. Furthermore, Althoff faced accusations of racism following the release of promotional clips for her interview with Scarlett Johansson. Specifically, Althoff has been criticized for seemingly being a lot more personable and engaging with Johansson compared to her previous viral interviews with Drake, Shaq, and Offset. While Althoff maintains her deadpan style in the Johansson clips, there is less of her now-signature stand-off demeanor that drove the engagement to her previous interviews.

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Rich The Kid Sings “Carnival” With Fans In Italy After “Vultures” Event

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Rich The Kid sang along to his song, “Carnival,” with fans in Italy after a Vultures event. The moment was caught on video and is circulating on social media. The song is included on the tracklist to Kanye West and Ty Dolla Sign’s new collaborative album, Vultures 1. It also features Playboi Carti.

Many fans reflected on the success of the track when Our Generation Music shared the clip on Instagram, on Saturday. “People really have the nerve to say he’s ‘milking the song’ as if it’s not the biggest song in the world rn,” one user wrote. Another noted: “Bro it’s crazy cuz they sound like the sample in the track.”

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Rich The Kid Poses With Quavo During Paris Fashion Week

PARIS, FRANCE – JANUARY 19: (EDITORIAL USE ONLY – For Non-Editorial use please seek approval from Fashion House) Quavo and Rich the Kid attend the Kenzo Menswear Fall/Winter 2024-2025 show as part of Paris Fashion Week on January 19, 2024 in Paris, France. (Photo by Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images)

Despite the success of Vultures 1, its release has come with plenty of controversy. It’s been removed from streaming services on multiple occasions due to issues with the original distributor, FUGA, as well as disputes with both Donna Summer and Ozzy Osbourne over clearing samples. Rich addressed those issues in a tweet after the release of the project. “They removed us twice,” he wrote. “Still the biggest song in the world already #4 let’s go back #1 I appreciate everyone & all support.” The project once again disappeared from Apple Music on Saturday. Check out Rich The Kid’s performance in Italy below.

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As for his solo work, Rich hasn’t released a full-length studio album since 2020’s Boss Man. He’s currently working on the follow-up, Life’s A Gamble. Be on the lookout for further updates on Rich The Kid on HotNewHipHop.

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Kanye West Remixes Donald Trump Sneaker Reveal With “CARNIVAL”

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If you didn’t already hear, Donald Trump bizarrely unveiled his new sneaker line at Sneaker Con in Philly on Saturday (February 17). Apparently the 1,000 available pairs already sold out at about $400 each, and the “NEVER SURRENDER HIGH-TOP” is a pretty ugly golden shoe with a U.S. flag plastered onto it. But that’s not what caught a lot of hip-hop heads’ attention about these shoes. Instead, it has to do with one of the disgraced former president’s strongest allies, and former competitor, within pop culture: Kanye West. According to The Neighborhood Talk, he posted a clip of Trump’s sneaker reveal on his Instagram Story with the caption: “This made me smile.”

Furthermore, since this clip is not on Ye’s IG page at press time, we can’t confirm for sure whether he really posted this or this is just an edit. Regardless, it was particularly notable because the video included a snippet of Kanye West, Ty Dolla $ign, Rich The Kid, and Playboi Carti’s song “CARNIVAL” instead of the actual music Donald Trump played during this reveal. It would’ve still made sense if he played the track, though. After all, what better way to soundtrack a bigot than with another?

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Kanye West Seemingly Reposts Trump’s Sneaker Reveal

All that aside, the Chicago artist did legitimately establish his support of Donald Trump for the 2024 election recently. This is after his own presidential campaign for this season failed to materialize, and following an unsuccessful run back in 2020. Kanye West doesn’t seem to be harping on this as much as he was a couple of years ago, which is at least an improvement. However, with all the controversies involved with them right now, we can’t say that this is a net positive reunion for anyone.

Meanwhile, with more listening events on the horizon for the 46-year-old, we’ll see what else is in his antics bag. As for No. 45… we can’t wait to laugh at how he will style his sneakers with a regular suit. Should make for a nice meme, at least. Jokes aside, for more news and the latest updates on Kanye West, log back into HNHH.

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