The case is a complex one. Charlamagne was initially charged with “criminal sexual conduct with a minor in the second degree” when Reid first reported the incident in 2001. However, the case was dropped after his DNA was not found in her rape kit. Furthermore, it was reported that Reid “refused to cooperate” in regard to the investigation. Reid has since revealed that her mother prevented her from working with the authorities. However, Charlamagne is now apparently making legal moves of his own.
Charlamagne Issues Cease & Desist To STAR
During an episode of The STAR Report, STAR spoke on a cease and desist letter he had received from Charlamagne. “Folks, you see the title, and it says, ‘Charlamagne Tha God issues a cease-and-desist letter to STAR,” he began. “That came in yesterday afternoon, and I didn’t post that one yet because there’s some allegations directed at me and another blogger that are not true, and they put that other blogger’s address. However, in my community letters is the first cease and desist from Charlamagne from 2018.” He continued, ““If you don’t know, I’m the guy who broke the Jessica Reid story. [She] claims that Charlamagne did, indeed, rape her, according to her. Charlamagne has tried to present legal documents that say he was exonerated. However, for those that don’t know, let me remind you — or let me tell you — the DNA test results were inconclusive.”
STAR added more infromation in the description of his video. “Court documents accused a then 22-year-old Charlamagne of ‘willfully, unlawfully, and feloniously engage in penile/vaginal intercourse with Jessica when she was fifteen-years old.’ Although Jessica wanted to testify against Charlamagne in court her mother did not let her. For the record, Charlamagne was NOT cleared by way of DNA because Jessica never submitted a sample — making the test inconclusive. Jessica is now suing Charlamagne in Federal court.” This is a developing story and we’ll have any updates here on HotNewHipHop.
Charlamagne called Lil Wayne out for being “corny” by abruptly ending his latest concert in Los Angeles. The Young Money rapper was upset with the audience for not being excited about his artists Lil Twist, Yaj Kader, and Allan Cubas. Charlamagne addressed the viral incident on The Breakfast Club, Monday.
“That’s corny,” Charlamagne began. “You can’t be upset because the crowd not feeling your artist. And I’m sure Wayne has been there before. I’m sure that the was a time he might’ve brought, even a Drake out way way way back in the day and people weren’t paying attention to Drake. Or he might’ve brought a Nicki out way way way back in the day and people weren’t paying attention to Nicki. Or Tyga. All of these people who ended up blowing up. Everybody starts somewhere.”
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – MAY 13: Rapper Lil Wayne performs onstage during the final night of the ‘Welcome to tha Carter’ tour at The Wiltern on May 13, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Scott Dudelson/Getty Images)
As for Wayne’s show, he arrived an hour late and only performed for 30 minutes before ending the concert. “We appreciate it, but we ain’t about to be bending over backwards for these folks,” he said on stage. “We work too hard for this shit, we work way too hard. This my motherfuckin’ artist Allan, that was Twist, that was Yaj. We are Young Money. We appreciate y’all time.”
When Charlamagne’s comments were posted on Instagram, many fans agreed with him. “Young money BEEN wack,” one fan commented. “Can’t make ppl wait for hours, stop early, then put on ppl no one cares about…” As for those in attendance, they voiced their frustrations all over social media. “I’ll never look at Lil Wayne the same after tonight,” one fan shared on Twitter. “He really canceled his concert mid-show bc the audience (I am the audience) sat down while he took a smoke and piss break. Refunds are in order.”
Before he did leave, Wayne labeled himself the greatest of all time. “I am the realest motherfucker in the game right now,” Lil Wayne said on Saturday night. “Ladies and gentlemen, I don’t give a fuck what you think you’re looking at, but you are looking at the best rapper alive.”
Charlamagne Tha God has been a legend of the radio space for a long time. Overall, most fans know him for his work on The Breakfast Club. However, he has worked in radio with the likes of Wendy Williams, and he even has his own podcasts. Of course, The Breakfast Club remains a vital part of hip-hop culture. It used to consist of Charlamagne, DJ Envy, and Angela Yee. Now, however, Angela Yee is no longer on the shoe. She announced her departure back in August of last year, which subsequently led to rumors of drama behind the scenes.
Although, as Yee has stated time and time again, this was a move that just made sense for her career. Now, she hosts her very own show, and fans continue to tune in. As for Charlamagne Tha God, he got to speak about Yee’s departure during an interview with DJ Vlad. Overall, Charlamagne was quite honest about what went down. Based on his explanation, it had nothing to do with their dynamic. Instead, it was simply due to Angela Yee wanting to enjoy a new opportunity on her own.
“I think people want it to be something salacious, but it’s not,” Charlamagne Tha God explained. “She left Breakfast Club because she got the opportunity to do her own nationally syndicated show. Way Up With Angela Yee is a nationally syndicated show it comes on 10 am to 2pm right after The Breakfast Club, and I think that would be hard for anybody to pass up … Angela Yee never got the opportunity to host her own show on terrestrial radio.”
When shows break up, these rumors typically follow. Although it is not always fair, it is most certainly the nature of the business. Either way, it is good to see Charlamagne sticking up for his former co-host. You can clearly tell that there is still a lot of love there. Let us know what you think of The Breakfast Club without Yee, in the comments section below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the music world.
Charlamagne recently took issue with Timbaland’s use of A.I. technology to get a feature from the late Notorious B.I.G. for a new song. The Breakfast Club host says that the technology takes the “soul” out of the music. Timbaland teased the track on Instagram, last week.
“Sonically, it sounds cool but it lacks soul. There’s no spirit to it,” Charlamagne said. “There’s just nothing to it. That’s why I don’t like that.” He further argued, “I just feel like there’s no spirit to this music. Even when they do it with artists who are still with us, it don’t feel like there’s no spirit to it. There’s no soul to it so it definitely sounds spiritless when it’s people who are no longer with us.”
Charlamagne At The iHeartRadio Podcast Awards
BURBANK, CALIFORNIA – JANUARY 18: Charlamagne tha God speaks onstage during the 2019 iHeartRadio Podcast Awards Presented By Capital One at iHeartRadio Theater on January 18, 2019 in Burbank, California. (Photo by JC Olivera/Getty Images)
Fans in the comments section of The Hip-Hop Wolf’s reposting of the clip were mostly in agreement with Charlamagne. “Will that let these rappers rest in peace. I hear big saying its wack,” one wrote. Another compared the vocals to Rick Ross: “Honestly that sounds like Ross it don’t sound like Biggie at all.” One more brought up Drake’s previous use of Aaliyah’s vocals. “This is expected from a new young producer, not a legendary producer that was around when Big was alive.,” they wrote. “No integrity, he can’t do this then get mad when Drake used Aaliyah’s vocals am i missing something?”
Timbaland explained his decision to use the A.I. Biggie vocals in a post on Instagram, last week. “We know that it’s a lot of talk about AI, and we know how the feelings of violating certain things… But let me tell you something, I got a solution, we’re working on it. It’s gonna be beneficial to everybody,” he argued. “But, in the meantime, I gotta share something I’ve been working on because I always wanted to do this and I never got a chance to. I always wanted to work with Big, and I never got a chance to, until today! It came out right! Play!”
For the past decade, The Breakfast Club has been the voice of the culture. Radio has not been the same since the show started. DJ Envy, Angela Yee, and Charlamagne tha God have been some of the most powerful voices in media. The nationally syndicated show has placed the three personalities in the Radio Hall of Fame. The morning show started in 2011 and reached new heights that year after the infamous Ray J phone call. This was the first of many memorable moments on The Breakfast Club. Some of the best moments in Hip Hop have occurred on the platform. Remember when Charlamagne made Lil Mama cry? Or how about when Fredro Starr and Charlamagne got into it?
Legendary producers, rappers, singers, and songwriters have been interviewed on the morning show. Also, not just in music but various celebrities have sat between the three hosts. Athletes, actors, comedians, and politicians are just some of the different people who have appeared. The hosts even got to interview the 44th President, Barack Obama! Throughout the years, The Breakfast Club has become the go-to place for information. Undoubtedly, the trio is a part of Hip Hop history. Let’s look at some of The Breakfast Club’s best interviews.
7. Mo’Nique (2017)
Let’s just say Mo’Nique had time that day for Power 105.1’s The Breakfast Club radio show. It was mainly Lenard, aka Charlamagne Tha God, that she had smoke for. After asking people to boycott Netflix, Charlamagne gave the Oscar-winning actress ‘Donkey of the Day.’ She came to the show that morning to specifically figure out why she was placed in that category.
The host believed she did not deserve the same amount for a Netflix special as Chris Rock, Dave Chappelle, and Amy Schumer. Though, Mo’Nique believed Netflix was practicing gender and racial discrimination against her. Mo’Nique also had her husband/manager, Sidney Hicks, on the phone line to chime in. They both handled this interview professionally and respectfully. They also came with receipts.
This is a story of inequality, according to The Parkers actress. But, Charlamagne and DJ Envy felt she hadn’t done anything lately compared to her counterparts. After a lengthy discussion, the interview ends with Mo’Nique telling the nation that Charlamagne Tha God devalues Black women.
6. Ray J (2011)
In 2011, Ray J called up The Breakfast Club radio show to get some things off his chest. He wanted to change the narrative that he was punched in the face. Instead, he claims he was the one who punched Fabolous. On the phone, filled with rage, Ray J says he was still waiting for Fab with The Money Team and 100 people outside the nightclub.
Ray J didn’t take too kindly to the rapper’s tweets regarding him playing piano and singing for Floyd Mayweather. The “One Wish” singer claims he saved Fab’s life once in Los Angeles and let him use his Lamborghini for a music video. Ray J goes on an epic rant boasting about what he has while calling the New York emcee broke. To this day, Charlamagne remains that this moment is why The Breakfast Club is still going.
5. Kanye (2013)
Charlamagne starts the interview by introducing Kanye as “Kanye Kardashian.” The College Dropout rapper has repeatedly been on “Donkey of the Day.” In this interview, he compares himself to Walt Disney and Steve Jobs. Charlamagne lets Kanye know that he thought Yeezus was “wack.” Kanye did not let that get to him as he directed his attention to what DJ Envy was saying.
The G.O.O.D. Music founder lets it be known that he knows the listeners want to hear him and Charlamagne go at it. Two parts of this interview are used as a drop before the host presents his daily segment, “Donkey of the Day.” West had issues when trying to do business with Nike and Louis Vuitton during this time. He believes he is this generation’s Michaelangelo and Steve Jobs.
Money is a big topic in this conversation, as Kanye believes money equates to freedom while Charlamagne doesn’t. Kanye believes corporations are promoting modern-day slavery and racism. He clarifies his comments about Barack Obama, the Confederate flag, and the reasons for his past antics. Kanye has been to The Breakfast Club several times, but this is his best interview.
4. Nipsey Hussle (2018)
Nipsey Hussle stopped by The Breakfast Club radio show early in his career. Back then, he was gaining attention from the mixtapes he released. Years later, Hussle returned to the infamous morning show to discuss his debut studio album, Victory Lap. He details his independent journey from the beginning as he first had a deal with Epic Records.
As he says in his music, Nipsey has always been interested in ownership. He tells the hosts it took years for him to get the deal with Atlantic Records. His very strategic manner comes from studying the careers of Jay-Z, Master P, and Juelz Santana. You can tell the Crenshaw rapper knows the ins and outs of this industry as he describes the current business model and ideology of music labels.
It’s no secret that Nipsey also understands the process of creating music. He describes Diddy’s impact on records such as “Mo Money, Mo Problems” and how he influenced his song “Rap N****.” Not only did Diddy help, but Jay-Z also did him a favor. He cleared the Annie sample for “Hussle & Motivate,” another gesture from the billionaire. In 2013, Hov purchased 1,000 copies of Crenshaw, sold for $100. As the hour-long interview goes on, Nipsey clarifies comments of what he said about Cardi B, checking in, his Eritean heritage, and why he stopped smoking weed.
3. Lil Mama (2012)
To Charlamagne’s surprise, Lil Mama actually showed up to The Breakfast Club radio show. The “ruler of rubbing people the wrong way” wasted no time with the New York artist. Charlamagne admitted that he calls her “the voice of the young struggle face.” When Lil Mama first started in Hip Hop, many thought she was older than 16. The “Lip Gloss” rapper states that she is from New York, and that environment forced her to grow up early. Charlamagne continued to have jokes for the guest by letting her know she has the same genes as NBA players LeBron James and Greg Oden. He adds that she might have Benjamins Button disease, a movie in which the main character got younger at a rapid rate. Lil Mama tries to respond to the host by calling him old and ugly.
Lil Mama came to The Breakfast Club radio show to clear up her comments regarding Nicki Minaj taking her style. Charlamagne disagrees and tells her she hasn’t done anything since “Lip Gloss.” The host said she was “delusional” for going on stage while Jay-Z and Alicia Keys performed. He added that she is only known for playing herself and getting on stage while Jay-Z and Alicia Keys performed.
When Angela Yee suggests that Lil Mama isn’t focused on music as much, Lil Mama cries as she explains her absence. She talks about making her album while her mother was dying of cancer. Charlamagne tells her he wants her to make the music. The interview ends with Lil Mama promising her music will speak for itself.
2. Onyx (2014)
The 90’s Hip Hop group, Onyx, stopped by The Breakfast Club radio show in 2014. Half of Onyx, Fredro Starr, didn’t appreciate Charlamagne bringing up an old situation. The interview started with all laughs and respect, but five minutes in took a turn. When Angela Yee asks about their time in the ’90s, Charlamagne instantly says, “Fredro was getting head from Brandy.” Let’s say, that changed the whole mood of Fredro Starr. Charlamagne was only repeating what the rapper had said in the past. As the interview proceeds, minutes later, Fredro stops to ask Charlamagne what happened to the guy that punched him in the eye.
Fredro believes the host should have stayed and fought the men instead of running. Charlamagne disagreed and, in return, asked Fredro about his fight with 50 Cent. Things got heated now, with Fredro raising his voice. They both trade shots about both of their instances. Fredro felt like Charlamagne shouldn’t bring old things up. But, the host believed there shouldn’t have been issues since he made the comment. Ultimately, the temperature cooled in the room as the host and rapper shook hands. Thankfully, they didn’t need five minutes.
1. Soulja Boy (2018)
Soulja Boy has been around for a while, but it took him years to get on The Breakfast Club. He made sure his first appearance was memorable. He clarifies cocaine stories and explains dating Kat Stacks. Soulja believes he had the biggest comeback of 2018, with which Charlamagne disagrees.
The “Crank Dat” rapper dives into his career to explain that he has always been looked at as an underdog. But, his public feuds with other artists, such as Chris Brown, Migos, and Shia Lebouf, have outshined his success. Charlamagne feels it’s his fault as he was doing “clown s***.” He also adds that Tyga deserves the biggest comeback of 2018. This started one of Soulja’s rants as he started to drop names.
Soulja claims he started going viral and is why artists like Chief Keef and Lil Pump were signed. He says Rich the Kid used to sleep on his couch, and he signed Famous Dex first. Soulja says he was the first rapper on YouTube and credits himself for starting streaming services. When Soulja Boy came out with “Crank Dat,” many believed he ruined Hip Hop. According to him, almost every song has a dance with it, which you can thank the SODMG boss for.
Soulja Boy wants a percentage that he feels all these artists and record labels owe him. Charlamagne brings the conversation back to the topic at hand and says Tyga had the biggest comeback of 2018. Big Draco unleashed on Tyga before saying he loved him and wanted to do a song with him. He also explains the Chris Brown beef and his old issues with the Migos. Shortly after, he claims he was the first rapper to fly the Atlanta group to Los Angeles.
Charlamagne realizes that Soulja Boy might be the “Godfather of Rap.” The interview takes a break from his music endeavors as he talks about his new console. Of course, he talks about the infamous shootout he was in years ago. The tempo of the interview rises when he tells what his issues were with Kanye West. He expresses his disdain towards the Yeezus rapper and his ties to then-President Donald Trump.
Arguably, the best part of the interview comes towards the end when the topic of the year’s biggest comeback comes up again. DJ Envy feels Meek Mill had the biggest comeback because he had a beef with one of the biggest artists in the world in Drake. Soulja immediately gets from his seat and then says the rapper’s name in a high-pitched, confused voice. He goes on to say that he taught everything Drake knows. He even says Drake took one of his lines from “Kiss Me Thru The Phone.”
Soulja Boy has always been entertaining. His interview turned into popular memes all over social media. The way he says Drake was so popular that DJ Envy says his name in that manner when the Toronto rapper is brought up. Let us know you’re favorite Breakfast Club interviews in the comments!
The Breakfast Club recently had Sukihana on the show, who was very excited promote her upcoming single “Casamigo.” However, she found herself in a tough situation after host Charlamagne Tha God, well-known for his unfiltered takes, suggested that her song wouldn’t be a hit. Moreover, the “Love & Hip Hop: Miami” star said that many DJs, particularly DJ Clue, showed her a lot of love. When she said that they told her she had a hit on her hands, Charlamgne said that DJ Clue will tell that to anybody. Obviously, Sukihana wasn’t too happy about that, and she proceeded to blast the media personality on air.
“What, s**t, you’s a motherf***in’ liar,” Sukihana retorted against Charlamagne Tha God. “Under that two piece that you got on, you got a thong up your a** and your booty hole shaved. So I’ma let you be great, but we gon’ get back to this motherf***in’ hit. It’s shaved, it’s shaved. You like that a** licked. And there’s nothing wrong with that. You gon’ motherf***in’ respect a queen when you see one. I don’t give a f**k if DJ Clue lie. B**h, God tell the truth, and ‘Casamigo’ is a hit!”
Charlamagne Tha God Shouldn’t Have Doubted Sukihana
Of course, this seems a bit more confrontational out of context than what really went down. The rest of The Breakfast Club‘s hosts were laughing along, teasing Charlamagne Tha God and reacting with hilarity to Sukihana’s rant. All in all, it still made for a pretty hilarious clip that Charlamagne himself took in stride. He joked that he does have a thong on, and didn’t really try to stop the Delaware native or clap back at her. Considering how viciously she trashed DaniLeigh’s new song, he doesn’t want that smoke.
Regardless, pop culture actually got a surprising retrospective look at the 31-year-old artist after Jerry Springer’s passing. A clip of her on his show back in 2017 resurfaced, in which she performs and joins a couple on stage. No matter the context, her antics usually get a lot of eyes and ears on her on social media and beyond. If this Breakfast Club episode is anything to go by, it’ll almost always make for some quality entertainment. For more news and the latest updates on Sukihana and Charlamagne Tha God, log back into HNHH.
Charlamagne Tha God says he believes that hip-hop is currently in a “great place.” He reflected on the state of the genre during a recent interview on Million Dollaz Worth of Game alongside his Breakfast Club co-host, DJ Envy. In making his case, Charlamagne listed off a number of artists he loves who are currently releasing music. As for his favorite artist in the game, he gave Kodak Black the top spot.
“I think Hip Hop is in a great place,” Charlamagne said during the interview. “I think people that don’t like hip-hop now are just mad that it’s not what it used to be. They’re stuck in an era. I love all these new dudes. My favorite dude is Kodak Black right now. I love LaRussell, I love Symba. I love Rhapsody, I love fucking 21 Savage.”
Charlamagne With DJ Envy & Angela Yee
BURBANK, CALIFORNIA – JANUARY 17: (L-R) Angela Yee, Charlamagne tha God, and DJ Envy accept the Best Pop Culture Podcast award for ‘The Breakfast Club’ onstage at the 2020 iHeartRadio Podcast Awards at the iHeartRadio Theater on January 17, 2020 in Burbank, California. (Photo by Rich Fury/Getty Images for iHeartMedia)
DJ Envy then added that things are better for the artists on the business side now than during previous eras as well. “I love it not only for that, musically the music is great. I love the fact that these brothers get money,” he said. “They’re keeping themselves out of the hood, they’re paying for their families. Paying for their mama’s cribs and all that.”
As hosts of The Breakfast Club, both Charlamagne and DJ Envy have been inducted into the Radio Hall Of Fame. Despite their historic success together, along with Angela Yee, DJ Envy also revealed that he initially didn’t want to work with Charlamagne. “I remember even when they brought Charlamagne in I didn’t wanna work with him,” Envy explained. “I’m like this n***a got fired six times.” Charlamagne then interjected to correct his co-host with, “Four.” Envy continued: “Whatever it was, I’m like, ‘You want me to work with this n***a?’ At the time I had two kids, I’m like, ‘No!’”
