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Bryson Tiller Claims DJ Khaled “Didn’t Really Care” About His Depression

June 6, 2024 by newhiphopnews

It goes without saying that struggling with one’s mental health can make any task feel insurmountable, particularly for those who suffer from depression. Unfortunately, however, not everyone understands. During a recent appearance on The Breakfast Club, for example, Bryson Tiller recalled opening up to DJ Khaled about his battle with depression. According to him, the advice he received in return was less than effective.

Tiller explained how he was collaborating with DJ Khaled on his 2016 album Major Key when he made the confession. He had told Khaled that he wasn’t in an ideal headspace to take on the project. Instead of empathizing with him, however, he simply told Tiller to channel his pain into the music.

DJ Khaled Told Bryson Tiller To “Put It In The Music”

“If you go listen to the song that I did for Khaled’s Major Key album [‘Ima Be Alright’], I told him before we did it. He was like, ‘Yo, I need a song!’ This is when I’m like super buzzing,” Tiller described. “I was like, ‘I’ma just be honest with you, Khaled, I’m depressed right now. I got a lot going on: lawsuits, people threatening me back in my hometown, all types of stuff.’ He was like, ‘Nah, man, just put it in the music.’ Every time I listen to [‘Ima Be Alright’] I cringe so hard because I’m like, ‘Man, this is not who I am.’ He eventually ended up bringing me ‘Wild Thoughts.’”

Tiller added that while Khaled’s advice helped him a bit, it shouldn’t be everyone’s go-to. “He didn’t really care […] ‘Put it in music’ is not always the best thing. Don’t get me wrong, it works. I hate when I’m going through some sh*t and then I gotta go be [regular],” he said. What do you think of Bryson Tiller revealing that he once opened up to DJ Khaled about having depression? What about Khaled’s blunt advice? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below, and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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Fousey Reveals He Attempted Suicide, In Heartbreaking Letter To Fans

June 5, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Fousey is someone who had an incredibly difficult 2023. Overall, this was due to his manic episode that was broadcast to thousands upon thousands of people. If you remember, he was going viral thanks to a Streamathon in which he was live on Kick 24 hours per day. He was always streaming, and fans got to see every single interaction and ever single moment of his day. Unfortunately, it all came to an end when Fousey was arrested on stream after making terroristic threats over the phone. Months later, Fousey has taken to Twitter to share where he’s at right now.

“As you know, it’s been almost a year since I’ve been on social media, and I need to be brutally honest about where I am,” Fousey began. “Ever since the live streaming incident last year that changed everything (again), I have been suffering deeply, and I don’t know how to escape this pain. Every day, I feel trapped in my own mind, suffocating, and battling suicidal thoughts. I even attempted to take my own life this year and failed. Now, I feel like a dead man walking—emotionless, empty, and stuck in a cycle of despair.”

Fousey Reveals His Mental Health Journey

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As you know, it’s been almost a year since I’ve been on social media, and I need to be brutally honest about where I am. Ever since the live streaming incident last year that changed everything (again), I have been suffering deeply, and I don’t know how to escape this… pic.twitter.com/mTet2Vg0Q0

— fousey (@fousey) June 3, 2024

This is all very heartbreaking, and it just goes to show that content creation and the internet can weigh heavily on one’s mental health. Furthermore, Fousey noted that he has been suffering from Anhedonia. For those who may not know, this is when you stop enjoying the things that used to bring you joy. It’s a complete lack of feeling that strips you of your desire to do things that are fun and exciting. Moreover, Fousey says he is still trying to get better, but acknowledges that depression is something he will have to battle for the rest of his life. These are heartbreaking admissions that many can empathize with.

If you or someone you know is struggling with depression and suicidal thoughts, please call 1–800–273–8255. We hope that Fousey is able to find peace and comfort during this incredibly difficult time. Mental health is no joke, and if you find yourself dealing with a hard time, it is imperative to seek help. There is no shame in that.

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Rod Wave Has Some Fans Furious After His Latest Concert Stunt

October 20, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Rod Wave is an artist who has always worn his emotions on his sleeve. Overall, his music can be harrowing to listen to sometimes. He doesn’t hold back on how he is feeling, and for some, it is a bit jarring. There is a fair share of haters out there who think his music is a bit melodramatic. However, there are more people out there who actually resonate with the music. His fans are very powerful and they were able to make Nostalgia a number-one album. Needless to say, he is experiencing a ton of success these days.

In fact, Rod Wave is currently on a tour throughout the United States. These sold-out dates have been huge moments for his career. He has been able to show off his powerful voice in person, and mostly, fans have enjoyed it. Unfortunately, the artist is now at the center of some controversy due to a recent stunt he pulled. In the video below, you can see the artist climbing some sort of scaffolding on stage before jumping off into a mat below.

Rod Wave Jumps Off A Balcony

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The entire stunt seemed like some sort of attempt at simulating suicide. Wave has sung about these topics in the past, however, fans felt like depicting the act in this way, was tasteless. “This is alarming! Not funny at all, especially when so many young people look up to this guy. Suicide is nothing to advertise as escaping from the hardships of the world!” one user wrote. “Promoting depression & jumping off a balcony is crazy but ok,” said another.

Needless to say, Rod Wave attempted to be provocative, and it isn’t exactly landing very well right now. Only time will tell whether or not he tries this move again. Let us know what you thought of the stunt, in the comments section below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the music world. We will always keep you informed.

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Jeezy Speaks On Depression Journey, Says He Went Years Without Knowing He Had It

October 19, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Jeezy has long been vocal about his mental health struggles, especially in the lead-up to the release of his new memoir, Adversity For Sale. Moreover, he recently appeared on The Tamron Hall Show on Monday (October 16) to speak on the book and his battle with depression. In fact, The Snowman recalled how he didn’t even know he was suffering from the condition for almost a decade. Eventually, he came to reckon with his state of mind, and it’s resulted in a lot of reflection. Most importantly, though, the rapper seems more prepared and committed than ever to help others along his journey, and become an example of its negative effects but also of every individual’s strength to overcome it.

“I learned that vulnerability is power,” Jeezy remarked on the television program. “I thought something was wrong with me. Thinking I come from poverty, this is just how it is. I didn’t understand trauma and all these different things. So when I started to get the words for it, I started to understand and grab tools, [and] I started to become better.

Jeezy Opens Up About Not Knowing He Had Depression For Years

“I started my journey and that’s why I’m expressing it and putting it in the book,” Jeezy continued. “Because I didn’t know I was depressed for like eight years of my life straight. You wake up and you just want to go back to sleep forever, you know? And I was leaning into my vices. And that’s what street life does to you. You know what I’m saying? When you lose 200, 300, 400 people like gone forever, you just get numb. And I wasn’t able to get in touch with my emotions and I was wondering why. Thank God for my kids, but there was a time I was just cold. That’s when I was Young Jeezy.”

Meanwhile, the Atlanta MC recalled a scary brush with suicidal thoughts during an interview with PEOPLE in August of this year. “I remember standing there and saying to myself, ‘Man, if you go back home and you don’t figure this out,’” he expressed. “Because I don’t want to end up like my friends. My friends became junkies and they were getting killed and all these things. ‘No, bro. You gonna have to man up. You gonna have to go back home, you got to figure this out.’” For more news and the latest updates on Jeezy, keep checking in with HNHH.

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Cardi B Advises Chrisean Rock On Motherhood, Speaks On This Important Aspect

September 11, 2023 by newhiphopnews

It’s always heartening to see mothers support each other on their journey, especially in the often toxic world of pop culture. Moreover, Cardi B recently offered some words of advice to new mom Chrisean Rock when TMZ caught up with her in New York City. During her remarks, the Bronx MC spoke on the importance of keeping yourself calm through alone time, even if those windows of solitude are small. Also, she spoke on postpartum depression, and advised the Baddies star to watch out for early signs of it. As an experienced mom of young kids herself, Bardi’s words as a celebrity mom ring with resonance.

Specifically, Cardi B told Chrisean Rock that these two aspects of alone time and sadness often go hand in hand. Even if the full-time mom schedule overwhelms you, she remarked, it’s crucial to take some time for yourself when you’re feeling down or particularly emotional. This can be hard enough when you’re famous; never mind being responsible for Chrisean Jr. (yes, that’s his name) around the clock. After the “Bongos” rapper looked out for Chrisean, she also spoke briefly on people hating on her and Megan Thee Stallion’s latest single.

Cardi B Reaches Out To Fellow Mom Chrisean Rock

Unfortunately for Chrisean Rock, it’s hard to separate these worlds of fame and family, as she became so viral because of the combination of the two. Her public and volatile relationship with Blueface, the child’s father, may be no more, but they’ve fought a lot over their son’s care, their bond, and everything else under the sun. However, that seemed to get much better recently when the California rapper actually stood by Chrisean’s parenting in a series of recent tweets. Sure, things could still flip around- and probably will- but at least we know that the respect is there.

“I trust Chrisean with my son,” he stated. “That’s it, nobody else. She’s actually very nurturing [and] caring, good with kids no doubt. [She’s] just a lil impatient [and] the baby NEEDS patience. Can’t just get up [and] go, ‘No more I’m being patient as hell.’ You don’t think I wanna get up [and] go rn? Timing not right.” For more news on Chrisean Rock and Cardi B, log back into HNHH.

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Method Man Opens Up About PTSD And His Mental Health

August 2, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Method Man’s career in the corners of hip-hop is one to remember. From being a key member of the Wu-Tang Clan to developing an extensive solo career, he really has done it all. However, there is a vast amount of celebrities from all different paths that have difficulty conquering their personal health. Most of them are kept under lock and key and for good reason. But, in this case, Method Man wanted to be transparent about his arduous trek to feel well again.

Other artists featured in this piece were Ludacris, Common, 50 Cent, Busta Rhymes, and Wiz Khalifa. The interview was conducted with Men’s Health on August 1, and Method Man wanted to be as open as possible. Specifically focusing on the biggest part of his career during the 90s and early 2000s, the years of the Wu-Tang Clan. The meteoric rise to fame was so much for Method Man at the time, that he really did not take it as seriously as he should have. “It went from this childhood joy to this euphoric feeling of celebrity to feeling inadequate and not good enough,” he said.

Taking Accountability

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What brought Method Man’s confidence and happiness back was becoming liable for what he could control. “What can I control? That’s what I did; I took control after that. I stopped valuing other people’s opinions, and instead of being my biggest critic, I became my biggest fan,” he explained. Other methods he experimented with were late gym sessions to aid in his fight with insomnia which lasted 18 months. All in all, he is in a better place, saying “Show that you love yourself. That’s all I’ve been doing. What people see now is just happiness.”

Why do you think so many celebrities struggle with mental health? What are your thoughts on Method Man and how he handled his situations throughout his career? We always want to hear what you have to say down in the comments section. Be sure to follow HNHH for everything Method Man and music-related news.

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Snoop Dogg Supports Tyrese Amid Mental Health Struggles: “You Godly Now”

May 26, 2023 by newhiphopnews

In a recent Instagram post, Tyrese Gibson shared a clip from a phone call he received from Snoop Dogg. Snoop was showing Tyrese support amid him sharing how he struggles with mental health on the internet. He gave the artist praise for being so forthcoming with his battles on his upcoming album, telling him that his work would help other people overcome their own obstacles. Tyrese captioned the clip, “I was depressed and posting my raw vulnerabilities online. God knows I needed this phone call from my big homie Snoop Dogg.”

“See all these people that you naming? The record industry don’t respect them and don’t understand the fucking heavyweight shit that you dropping on this record,” Snoop explained. He went on, “You saying them names to me, tickling me pink; you saying them names to a record label, you know what they’re gon’ say? That n**ga ain’t had a hit in 20 years. Shit on, n**ga, we finna stand tall with this shit, n**ga.” Snoop continued, telling Tyrese, “This is mental health. This is relationships. This is all of the shit that the world is going through with in one package. And my n**ga dealing with it, you actually dealing with it through the pain of this record. You’re gonna help somebody else learn how to live through pain and make that a beautiful pain.”

Snoop Dogg Tells Tyrese “We Work For The Same God”

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Snoop Dogg added, “You my n**ga, cuz. I’m not gon’ never let you put your muthafuckin’ head down and do nothing that ain’t appropriate. I’ma watch you from the sidelines, and then when God and them talk to me from upstairs, that’s when I’ma step in and do what Kim do. We work for the same God, my n**ga, you gotta know that.” He tells Tyrese, “It ain’t no asking about all these angels is coming around you right now when you need them the most. Ain’t no suckers around you, only angels. Tell me I’m lying. They found their way away from you ’cause you godly now.”

In March, Tyrese revealed that he believed that his psychiatric medication could have been to blame for his 2017 breakdown. Last month, Tyrese confirmed that his TGT album with Ginuwine and Tank was coming soon. The upcoming album will follow their 2013 LP, Three Kings.

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Tyrese Says Psych Meds Caused 2017 Breakdown & Claims Of $5Mil Will Smith Gift

March 10, 2023 by newhiphopnews

There was a season of Tyrese’s public life when people were concerned about his mental health. The multihyphenate entertainer took to the internet with an outrageous claim back in 2017, and he’s clarifying what was going on for him at the time. During that season, Tyrese and his ex-wife Norma Mitchell were engaged in a bitter custody battle. The singer appeared online in a tearful video that has gone down in viral history. He lamented over his daughter and elsewhere, Tyrese claimed Will Smith gave him $5 million to help him with the legal fees involved in his custody dispute.

At the time, Tyrese wrote: “My wife kept the news away from me ’cause I’ve been on with lawyers all day, but our family and our sister Jada Pinkett-Smith and my brother Will Smith just sent us 5 million dollars to help keep us afloat. The Smiths and their whole family has always shown up for The Gibson’s. Uncle Will you’re an uncle for real.” However, soon Smith’s team would emerge with a denial. They insisted the Oscar winner didn’t loan the Fast & Furious star any money.

Tyrese Claims Depression Meds Were The Culprit

LOS ANGELES, CA – JUNE 30: Actor Will Smith, producer Sean Combs and actor Tyrese arrive to the Premiere of Sony Pictures’ ‘Hancock” at Grauman’s Chinese Theatre on June 30, 2008 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images)

In their 2017 reaction to Tyrese’s claims, the Smiths further admitted they were longtime friends of the actor. There were also rumors that the couple was concerned he was in the midst of “some sort of breakdown,” and in a recent appearance on Sway’s Universe, Tyrese addressed the controversy. He says it was the depression medications he was prescribed that made him act that way.

“Will Smith is gonna give me $5 million? I never even talked to Will Smith. I was out of my mind,” he stated. After losing custody of his daughter with Mitchell, Tyrese was prescribed Rexulti. Insider reported the medication could cause sudden changes in moods and uncontrollable impulses.

Back On Track

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Tyrese and his ex are now on better terms, and he regularly sees their daughter. “I travel, and I move all the time. I’m used to being away from my baby. But to take my baby away for 100 days? Oh, I was f*cking miserable,” Tyrese admitted to Sway. “So, then the psychiatrist says, ‘Here’s some psych meds that’ll help stabilize your mood, because you barely sleep, you’re stressed the f*ck out, and your firstborn was taken away from you.’”

“You put some sh*t like Rexulti in my system, it’s going to have the worst adverse effects ever,” he added. “I’m online talking about Will Smith giving me $5 million. I never talked to Will Smith and I still haven’t recovered from the damage that I did to him and his family. They didn’t deserve them phone calls.”

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Tyrese Opens Up About Bad Reaction to Depression Medication, Falsely Claiming Will Smith Gave Him $5M, and Divorce

March 9, 2023 by newhiphopnews

50 Cent Says Depression Is “A Luxury”

January 11, 2023 by newhiphopnews

50 Cent says he feels that “depression is a luxury.” The New York rapper shared the questionable opinion during a recent interview with Big Boy’s Neighborhood.

50 explained: “I think the things you go through make you who you are. And in my journey, there’s certain things that I don’t even let into my system like that. Like, I think depression is a luxury. Because where I’m from, you can’t afford to be depressed.”

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – JULY 15: 50 Cent attends the “Power Book III: Raising Kanan” New York Premiere at Hammerstein Ballroom on July 15, 2021 in New York City. (Photo by Theo Wargo/Getty Images)

“You gotta pay the bills, right? So you gotta go to work,” he continued. “You gotta get up, gotta go do what you gotta do. You got people right now that’s at work that don’t feel like being there. But they got responsibilities so they feel uncomfortable while they’re working, while they’re doing what they gotta do.”

He concluded: “When these guys get in a slump and they just decide they’re not gonna do anything – I’m like, where they do that at?”

50’s career took off in 2003 after the release of his iconic album, Get Rich or Die Tryin’. He also discussed the success of that project and admitted that he wishes it were his G-Unit partner Tony Yayo who blew up. He explained that this would’ve allowed him to focus on the business side of the group.

Elsewhere in the interview, 50 also revealed that he’s working with producer Dr. Dre on a new album. He’s hinted at wanting to release new music in 2023 on several occasions in recent weeks.

50 has also said that he plans on working with Eminem on a TV adaptation of 8 Mile.

Check out 50 Cent’s questionable comments on mental health below.

50 Cent: “I think depression is a luxury”https://t.co/52WCdDsvQr pic.twitter.com/QgvTumQrwi

— HipHopDX (@HipHopDX) January 10, 2023

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