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Joe Budden Reacts To TDE Punch Calling Out Hip-Hop Media After Kendrick Lamar’s SZA Interview

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Recently, Kendrick Lamar sat down with SZA for Harper’s Bazaar, and the interview has since earned mixed reactions. Amid criticism, TDE Punch hopped on Twitter/X to share his take, arguing that hip-hop media might be the problem. “Is it ok to criticize the ‘critics’?” he asked. “Cause ultimately we’re just talking about opinions, right? Well my opinion (lol, I’m a critic) is we’re losing perspective on things. Something great or not so great happens, then we talk about it.”

“And that’s fine. Again, this is just my opinion today. It might change later. So wait for something great to happen, sleep on it, study it, and find something insightful to say about it. I respect Hip Hop Journalism and feel it’s needed in its truest form. It help keep the culture alive,” he continued. “But it’s only a few real ones left. Most of you guys are trash. Just my opinion. That’s why artist don’t want to talk to you.”

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Joe Budden Discusses TDE Punch’s Take On Kendrick Lamar & SZA Interview

During a recent episode of his podcast, however, Joe Budden called cap on Punch’s claims. According to him, there were far too many options for this to have been a reasonable excuse. While he acknowledges that some hip-hop outlets can be “weird,” he says it would be nice if Kendrick had chosen one for his big interview.

“It’s too many places for me to just hear anybody say, ‘Yo, all hip-hop media is trash so this is why we’re moving like that.’ Please, knock it off… All hip-hop media is not trash, not at all. Kamala’s going to sit with Shannon Sharpe right now, just announced.” What do you think of Joe Budden’s reaction to TDE Punch’s take on Kendrick Lamar’s recent interview with SZA? Do you agree with him or not? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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Diddy’s Sons Cheer On Their Twin Sisters At Cheerleading Event Amid Father’s Legal Battle

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It goes without saying that Diddy’s family members are going through a lot at the moment. The Bad Boy founder was arrested in New York City last month, where he remains behind bars. He’s facing charges related to alleged racketeering and sex trafficking and could be hit with a hefty sentence if found guilty.

Throughout all of this, Diddy’s children have been by his side. They’ve also been sure to be there to support one another, as evidenced by a heartwarming new clip. In it, Diddy’s three sons Christian “King” Combs, Justin Combs, and Quincy Brown are seen at their twin sisters Jessie and D’Lila’s cheerleading event.

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They all appeared to be in good spirits, cheering the girls on proudly while they made their way onto the football field. “We here !!” King captioned one of the sweet clips from the evening. The post arrives just a few days after Diddy’s children released a heartfelt statement about their father’s legal battle. In it, they made it clear that they would be sticking by him, and believe justice will prevail.

“The past month has devastated our family. Many have judged both him and us based on accusations, conspiracy theories, and false narratives that have spiraled into absurdity on social media. We stand united, supporting you every step of the way, We hold onto the truth, knowing it will prevail, and nothing will break the strength of our family. WE MISS YOU & LOVE YOU DAD,” the statement, shared on Instagram earlier this week reads. What do you think of Diddy’s sons supporting his twin daughters at their recent cheerleading event? What about his ongoing legal issues? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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Drake & Omarion Compete In An Intense Dance Battle: Watch

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Drake turned 38 earlier this week, and as expected, he went all out with his celebrations. For one, he celebrated alongside some friends and family in Houston. He previewed new music and enjoyed a massive cake shaped like his birth year. After that, he turned up at the strip club Area 29, passing out several stacks of cash.

These aren’t the only ways Drake celebrated, however. In a new clip making its rounds online, he’s also seen going head-to-head with Omarion in a dance battle. It’s clear that they both gave it their all, though it’s unconfirmed which one of them came out on top. Either way, it looks like they had fun, as did everyone watching.

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Drake & Omarion Go Head-To-Head At Former’s Birthday Party In Houston

Fans are glad to see Drake making the most of his birthday festivities and are pretty impressed with his dance moves. “Can never make me hate Drake!” one Instagram user writes in The Neighborhood Talk‘s comments section. “Drake just be out here living his life,” another notes. Obviously, it’s been a rough year for the Toronto hitmaker, but it doesn’t look like he’s let that stop him from having fun.

The performer even seemed to fire back at some of his haters in a shady Instagram post in honor of the special occasion. “They pictured me dead,” he captioned a photo of himself and his mother Sandra Graham, both holding up a stack of cash. “But that was just imagination [heart with arrow emoji] one more year pon dem.” What do you think of Drake and Omarion having a dance battle at the Toronto rapper’s birthday party in Houston earlier this week? Which one of them do you think came out on top? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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Funk Flex Blasts Shyne For Alleging He Was Diddy’s “Fall Guy” In Nightclub Shooting

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Earlier this week, Hulu dropped off a trailer for their upcoming documentary, The Honorable Shyne. The doc, which airs on November 18, will summarize Shyne’s journey to the top. Unfortunately, however, not everyone is looking forward to it. In the trailer, Shyne discusses the 1999 nightclub shooting that resulted in him going to prison for nearly a decade. He and Diddy were both charged in the case, but Diddy was later acquitted.

“I was absolutely set up to be the fall guy,” Shyne alleges in the doc. “I spent ten years in prison but I was able to move on. There’s a time to pivot, there’s a time to transition.” Now, in a new clip, Funk Flex is heard going off on Shyne for these remarks.

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Funk Flex Accuses Shyne Of Lying

He repeatedly accused Shyne of being a “liar,” told him he “can’t stand” him, claimed he had “no guts,” and more. “I am going to expose you, Shyne,” he also threatened. Clearly, Funk Flex has strong feelings about all of this. This isn’t the first time he’s come to Diddy’s defense, however. At the beginning of this month, attorney Tony Buzbee announced plans to represent over 120 individuals who accuse Diddy of alleged sexual assault, abuse, and more. At the time, Funk Flex made it clear he wasn’t buying it.

“120 people sexually assaulted by Diddy, for real? 120 people, sexually assaulted by Diddy. Stop. Just say you’re broke and you need money,” Funk Flex asked in response to the allegations. “You know what we don’t like here, you know the situation we don’t like. That video with Cassie and Diddy was an awful video to watch, and that shouldn’t happen to any woman. But assaulting 120 people sounds st*pid.” What do you think of Funk Flex going off on Shyne? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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Adam22 Slams SZA For Calling Him A “Culture Vulture” After Kendrick Lamar Interview Criticism

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Kendrick Lamar recently sat down with SZA for Harper’s Bazaar, but the interview hasn’t exactly been well received. Adam22, for example, was quick to put the Compton rapper on blast for what he saw as a “softball” interview. “Supporting Black media outlets, hip hop media outlets,” he said sarcastically on his podcast earlier this week. “Supporting real journalism, you let your label mate, basically, interview you.”

Now, the No Jumper host believes that SZA heard his commentary, and wasn’t at all pleased with it. During a recent chat with DJ Akademiks, he explained how one social media user had a poll asking whether or not he’s a “culture vulture,” on which SZA voted yes. “I’m gonna be real with you, I couldn’t pick SZA out of a police lineup right now like I do not know anything about SZA. So that’s pretty cool, honestly,” he claimed.

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Adam22 Thinks SZA Was Upset By His Take On Her Kendrick Lamar Interview

This prompted Akademiks to look back on his own past with SZA, which has been rocky, to say the least. Last August, he went on an unhinged rant about the Grammy winner’s appearance, calling her “fat as f**k,” making fun of her BBL, and much more. Months later, he revealed that in the midst of their beef, he received a call from Drake trying to squash it.

Adam22 wasn’t the only one with a controversial opinion on Kendrick’s interview with SZA, however. Joe Budden also shared his take on it during an episode of his podcast, theorizing that Kendrick was trying to pander to Drake’s fanbase. “I felt like this is him coming around having to pander back to the pansies,” he speculated. “‘I killed King Pansy–‘ to him, I’m not calling him that. But, ‘I killed King Pansy, but I lost some pansies in the process, so I gotta come back around and appeal to them.’” What do you think of Adam22 going after SZA? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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Steve Harvey Appears To Call Out Katt Williams For Explosive “Club Shay Shay” Interview

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It’s no secret that Katt Williams had a lot to say during his explosive interview with Shannon Sharpe on the latter’s Club Shay Shay podcast. He took aim at several of his fellow comedians, including but not limited to Cedric The Entertainer, Michael Blackson, Kevin Hart, and Tiffany Haddish. He also called out Steve Harvey, accusing him of stealing the concept for The Steve Harvey Show from Mark Curry’s Hangin’ With Mr. Cooper.

Back in August, Harvey appeared to fire back at Invest Fest, urging his audience not to let “haters” bring them down. “You’ll never have a hater that’s doing better than you. Always know that,” he said at the time. “I just don’t have the quickness I had, but I can still turn my hip and shift that weight, and I’d knock yo’ short a** out. I’d shoot yo’ perm straight out yo’ head.”

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Steve Harvey Questions Katt Williams’ Motives

Now, Harvey appears to have addressed Williams yet again, this time on an episode of Vice TV‘s Black Comedy in America. He took a similar approach this time around, arguing that he’s not about tearing other entertainers down. “When did we get into the tear each other down business, cuz you ain’t never heard me say not a disparaging remark against another comedian nowhere,” he explained. “We ain’t cut from that cloth. So why are you? What is your motive for doing this here?“

Harvey continued, noting how he has plenty of opportunities to speak poorly of others, but simply chooses not to. “I don’t do that, I don’t got no minutes for you, man. I’m not in the tear-down business, I’m in the uplift business,” he said. What do you think of Steve Harvey seemingly calling out Katt Williams for his viral Club Shay Shay appearance in a recent episode of Black Comedy in America? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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Lil Meech Breaks His Silence On Big Meech’s Release With Post-Prison Manicure Video

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Earlier this month, Big Meech was released from prison after spending almost two decades behind bars. The Black Mafia Family founder will reportedly complete the remainder of his sentence at a halfway house in Florida. His release has sparked reaction from countless social media users, and now, his son Lil Meech has broken his silence.

In a now-deleted Instagram post by Lil Meech, his father was seen relaxing and talking on the phone at the halfway house while getting his nails done. He appeared to be in good spirits, and making the most of his newfound freedom. He was even spotted rocking a diamond chain and matching BMF pendant, reportedly worth a whopping $250K.

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Big Meech Enjoys Luxurious Manicure At Halfway House In Florida

Lil Meech’s post also arrived alongside a brief message. “This is all i ever wanted,” he captioned it. “Thank you God.” It’s unclear whether or not he was the one to film the video. Either way, it’s clear that he’s glad to see his father out of prison. He’s far from the only one who feels this way, however. Rick Ross, Boosie Badazz, Bun B, and many more had positive reactions to news of Big Meech’s transfer after it hit the internet last week. Sexyy Red even offered to perform at his welcome home party for free.

LeBron James was one of many to celebrate Big Meech’s transfer, but unfortunately, he received a great deal of backlash for it. The athlete welcomed him home in a simple Tweet, prompting some of his followers to call him out for appearing to “glorify” a former drug kingpin. What do you think of Lil Meech sharing a video of his father Big Meech getting his nails done following his release from prison? What about his message about this being all he’s ever wanted? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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Lil Durk’s Former Artist SlimeLife Shawty Admits He Previously Treated YSL Like An Alleged Gang

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The YSL RICO trial continues, and today, Lil Durk’s former artist SlimeLife Shawty took the stand. The rapper was asked whether or not YSL is a gang, which prompted him to allege that some people treat it like one. He then alleged that he himself had previously treated it that way.

“Some people treat it like [a gang],” he alleged. From there, SlimeLife Shawty was asked how he in particular treats YSL. “I treated it [as a gang] before,” the artist alleged. As for when he stopped treating it like an alleged gang, he said he couldn’t remember. He was also unable to explain what exactly he meant by treating YSL like an alleged gang. “I don’t know, I never thought about that,” he said.

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SlimeLife Shawty Takes The Stand

Later on, SlimeLife Shawty was asked how old he was when he joined YSL the alleged “gang.” At that point, he described how his music began to grow in popularity. This is far from the only notable thing to happen in the YSL trial today, however. At one point, SlimeLife Shawty read a “Free Qua” hashtag aloud in the courtroom, which had been redacted on the screen but not on the paper he was reading from. As a result, Judge Paige Reese Whitaker is reportedly considering a mistrial, according to Meghann Cuniff.

“I am sorry y’all have this gigantic, ginormous, universe of evidence that, maybe if you narrowed down, you wouldn’t be making these kinds of mistakes. But, I believe that to be a mistake. So, I’m gonna deny a motion for a mistrial with prejudice… would you like a mistrial without evidence?” she asked in court. What do you think of Lil Durk’s former artist SlimeLife Shawty’s recent testimony in the YSL RICO trial? What about him admitting that he previously treated YSL like an alleged gang? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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Kevin Gates & His Daughter Cause An Uproar With Furry Costumes

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Kevin Gates is certainly no stranger to sparking debates with his wild antics, and this week has been no exception. The Louisiana rapper teamed up with his daughter, who goes by Jade online, to make some fun TikToks. Unfortunately, however, their outfits raised some eyebrows. She wore a full furry costume, while Gates wore just the headpiece and a pair of jeans.

This, of course, has prompted a huge debate in DJ Akademiks’ comments section. While some Instagram users find the videos to be bizarre and unsettling, others are praising Gates for participating in them. After all, it looks like his daughter is making this kind of content with or without him, and he could have simply been trying to make her happy.

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Kevin Gates Makes TikToks With His Daughter

“This the most random thing i’ve ever seen,” one commenter claims. “Furry gates gives me nightmares,” someone else says. Luckily for Gates, not all of the comments were critical. “I don’t support furries but can’t hate a dad having fun with they kid,” a fan writes. “As he should,” another adds. At the time of writing, Gates has yet to address the uproar. It’s not the first time his parenting earned big reactions, however.

Last year, he also shared a clip of himself teaching his daughter to drive, despite her being just ten years old. In the clip, he even told her that she didn’t need to worry about wearing a seatbelt because he “don’t raise p***y.” For obvious reasons, fans weren’t feeling this and encouraged him to be more responsible when it comes to his kids. What do you think of Kevin Gates putting on a furry costume and making TikToks with his daughter? Do you think the videos are harmless, or should they have stayed in the drafts? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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Dame Dash Reveals Why He Worked With R Kelly Despite Aaliyah Assault Allegations

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Recently, Dame Dash explained why he decided to appear in R Kelly’s “Fiesta (Remix)” music video, despite hearing rumors about his allegedly inappropriate relationship with Aaliyah. During an interview with America Nu Network, he said that Aaliyah was aware he’d be in the video and that he did his best to stay as far away from Kelly as possible. According to him, Aaliyah didn’t want him appearing in scenes with Kelly, which he respected.

“I didn’t want any part of it, and I told them I don’t want a dollar from it,” he described. “Her exact words to me were, ‘I don’t want to start any trouble. I just want to heal and get as far away from it as possible…’ She asked me not to be in any scenes with [R. Kelly] or take any pictures with him, and I respected that.” 

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Dame Dash Recalls Discussing R Kelly Music Video With Aaliyah

“I did my shots with Jay, but I wasn’t in any scenes with R. Kelly,” Dash added. “You’ll never see me in a picture with him.” In his caption, Dash continued to elaborate, making it clear that he and Aaliyah discussed his appearance in the video beforehand.

“I’ve answered this before, but here it is again,” it reads. “When Jay chose to keep working with R. Kelly, I told Aaliyah. Her response was clear—she just wanted to heal, avoid any drama, and move forward in peace. So when it came to the Fiesta video, I made sure I wasn’t in any scenes or photos with R. Kelly. I stayed in the trailer unless my shots with Jay were being filmed. That’s the truth.” What do you think of Dame Dash’s explanation for working with R Kelly after hearing rumors about him and Aaliyah? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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