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Grammys Criticism Arises As Harry Belafonte’s Family Speaks Out

February 8, 2024 by newhiphopnews

In 2023 we said goodbye to several music icons, including 96-year-old Harry Belafonte. The late recording artist was best known for “Day-O (The Banana Boat Song),” though he also contributed significantly to activist movements around the globe. His work was sampled on several occasions in popular hip-hop releases, and he continues to be recognized as one of the few Black creatives to achieve EGOT status. When it came time for the annual Grammy Awards this month, many expected to see the show pay tribute to Belafonte for all his contributions. Unfortunately for them, Belafonte only briefly came up during the “In Memoriam” segment but failed to give any further acknowledgment as we saw other artists receive.

“Love @itstonybennett Love @tinaturner Love @sinadeocconor. Why the @recordingacademy [chose] not to do a special tribute to you I will #never understand!” the legend’s daughter, Gina Belafonte wrote on Facebook earlier this week. “Here is my Grammy tribute to you dad! So many winners you’ve mentored! So many winners you shared your stage with. You are the winner @theharrybelafonte and we are better because of your contribution!” she continued, giving her late father his well-deserved flowers.

Harry Belafonte’s Daughter Honours Him

“Belafonte’s career breakthrough album Calypso (1956) was the first million-selling LP by a single artist,” Gina reminded readers online. As AllHipHop notes, another of Harry’s daughters, Shari Belafonte, aired her grievances with the Grammys too. “While no doubt, Tony Bennett and Tina Turner were special indeed, Harry contributed far more to society and the music industry than those two put together, in my humble opinion. The Grammys missed a major moment.”

Harry Belafonte isn’t the only celebrity who seemingly got snubbed by the Grammy Awards. SZA’s fanbase was outraged after the TDE signee missed out on taking home Album of the Year, but for her part, she’s taking the loss with grace. “Only way from up is higher,” she declared following the ceremony. Read more about that at the link below, and check back later for more hip-hop/pop culture news updates.

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Nick Cannon & Alyssa Scott Honor Late Son Zen With Sweet Family Video

January 21, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Nick Cannon might have a lot of children to take care of, 12 to be exact, but it appears as though he’s sure to prioritize time with each of them. Most recently, he took to Instagram to share a heartwarming video alongside Alyssa Scott and their daughter Halo. Halo, who the duo welcomed in December of 2022, is Cannon’s youngest child.

In the video, Scott and Cannon are seen walking along a scenic shore with baby Halo, the sun setting in the distance. The parents look to be filled with joy, planting several kisses on each of her cheeks. Cannon took the opportunity to honor his late son with Scott, Zen, in his caption. Zen passed away in 2021 at only five months old due to a brain tumor.

Nick Cannon & Alyssa Scott Pose With Baby Halo

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“Zen’s Light and presence shining over little miss Halo and Mommy and Daddy!” his caption begins. “What a beautiful day to remind us all that there is a higher power and God’s Energy and frequency to keep us all going under his grace and mercy even in the midst of challenges. @itsalyssaemm.” Countless fans, and even the mother of another one of Cannon’s kids Bre Tiesi, flooded his comments section with support. This is far from the only time followers have seen Zen’s “light” live on, however.

Last month, Cannon visited a California children’s hospital for the holidays in Zen’s honor. He dressed up as Santa, much to the delight of young patients. “Zens’s Light shining bright for the holidays!! Thank you to the Children’s Hospital of Orange County and everyone who made the day so loving, warm and memorable.,” he wrote. What do you think about Nick Cannon and Alyssa Scott’s adorable new family video? What about them honoring their late son, Zen? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below, and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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Doja Cat’s Brother Denies Accusations, Claims Family Hasn’t Spoken To Him In Years

January 19, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Doja Cat’s brother has apparently responded to the shocking news that his mother filed for a temporary restraining order against him for alleged abuse. Moreover, The Shade Room acquired video of someone seemingly running into him on the street and asking him about these accusations. Then, Raman Dalithando Dlamini posited that there is no restraining order against him, contrary to what many reports have indicated from legal documents. In addition, he outright denied ever abusing his mother or his sister, who did not escape mention in this alleged filing. Specifically, in these allegations, Raman is accused of punching her teeth out, causing cuts and bruises, and suffering property destruction and theft.

Furthermore, the “JEEZU” rapper’s mother (Deborah Elizabeth Sawyer) reportedly got a temporary restraining order from a judge after she accused Raman of physical and verbal abuse over the past year, as recently as earlier this month. But he retorted that there is no restraining order, and that he’s not in touch with either her or Doja Cat. When approached by paparazzi on Thursday (January 18), he initially denied being her brother before telling them, “No comment.” Eventually, he denied the existence of the filing and spoke on the alleged distance between him and his family.

Doja Cat’s Brother’s Response: Watch

TSR Exclusive: Doja Cat’s brother, Raman, denies the abuse allegations by his mother in a recent restraining order. pic.twitter.com/QY26lhWqas

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Not only that, but Sawyer also included details of his alleged verbal abuse against the Coachella 2024 headliner, labeling it “very degrading and demeaning.” She said that it’s left her daughter feeling “unsafe and traumatized,” but a judge didn’t include any more details about Doja Cat and maintained that she would have to file herself to continue. Now, the family awaits a hearing on a permanent restraining order. The superstar artist hasn’t commented on this situation at press time.

Meanwhile, it’s unclear whether this case will develop further or if this temporary restraining order is where things turn around. Given the conflicting narratives at play here, it’s very hard to say whether the truth will come out eventually. We’ll see what the future holds for the “Woman” hitmaker. On that note, come back to HNHH for the latest news and updates on Doja Cat.

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Chrisean Rock Accompanied Blueface To Turn Himself In With Their Son, Chrisean Jr.

January 15, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Blueface recently turned himself in for apparent parole violations, and although that legal case is still pretty unclear, one thing that’s not is Chrisean Rock’s support. Moreover, a new clip emerged of her accompanying her on-and-off-again boo to the jail facility, and she even took their recently-born son Chrisean Jr., too. Of course, a lot of people will be disappointed by this, given that they want the two as far away from each other as possible. Whether you support the Baddies star or the California MC, you can agree that their relationship has been a volatile, chaotic, and overall harmful one on a personal level for both.

But when times get tough, the tough get tougher, and it’s at least kind of heartening to see them put things aside to come together for something much larger-scaled. Chrisean Rock previously seemed to react to Blueface’s arrest with sadness, which let off some warning signs for many fans. Unfortunately for them, their fears came true, but we doubt that this will prompt a full reconciliation. If history’s proven anything to us, it’s that every week is a clean slate when it comes to this couple’s status.

Blueface Joined By Chrisean Rock & Junior At Jail: Watch

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However, it seems like Blueface was more prepared than he should’ve been to react to this trouble. After all, he just dropped an EP titled Free Blueface, a seven-song offering with features from DDG, Kevin Gates, Tru Carr, and YungMagnificent. It arrived shortly after the 26-year-old’s manager Wack 100 announced that he went to the slammer. As it became clear that he turned himself in and that this is as much of a press opportunity as it is a legal move, then all the hullabaloo around this stint makes more sense.

Well, it makes more sense in terms of there being a big marketable push behind it. Why wouldn’t the upcoming Rap Queens West host squeeze out some more dollars from obstacles he has to overcome anyway? All we can hope for is that Chrisean and Junior can reach an uninterruptedly amicable relationship with their currently incarcerated family member once and for all one day. For more news and the latest updates on Blueface and Chrisean Rock, stay logged into HNHH.

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Daz Dillinger Laughs Off Snoop Dogg & The Game Meet-Up

January 9, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Daz Dillinger had a laugh in response to The Game sharing a video of himself hanging out with Snoop Dogg on Instagram, Monday. Benny The Butcher, Hit-Boy, Big Hit, and Jay Worthy were all also present in the clip as well. In the comments section, Dillinger wrote: “LOL,” prompting fans to theorize he was throwing shade.

“U can’t be this jealous lol,” one fan replied to Dillinger. Another wrote: “Snoop comments on his posts just the same. They need to patch things.” The two cousins have feuded numerous times over the years.

Snoop Dogg & Daz Dillinger Perform In Paris

PARIS, FRANCE – JANUARY 15: Daz Dillinger and Snoop Dogg perform during the Snoop Dogg Show Party at the VIP Room Theater on January 15, 2014, in Paris, France. (Photo by Foc Kan/WireImage)

The comment comes after Dillinger addressed his feud with Snoop in a post on his Instagram Story, last month. “Me and Snoop been feuding for a little bit because the older cousin trying to punk the little cousin, but I’m not going for that sh*t ’cause I beat n****s up for you. You don’t beat n****s up for me, cuz,” he said at the time. As for Snoop, he opened up about moving on from Dillinger in an interview with Noisey back in 2013. “I had to cut out family members,” he admitted. “Me and my cousin Daz fell out before. When me and him fell out it was like, I taught you everything you know. I put you in the game. And you go against me? But that’s what the laws of the game do. It puts you in a position to where sometimes you have to have these types of situations to see who really ‘posed to be there. This sh*t ain’t made for everybody. You know what I’m saying? It’s like everybody ain’t gonna be a f*cking star.”

The Game Links With Snoop Dogg

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Check out The Game’s post on Instagram above, featuring the comment from Dillinger. Be on the lookout for further updates on Daz Dillinger and Snoop Dogg’s relationship on HotNewHipHop.

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Jadakiss Thanks 50 Cent For Showing His Aunt & Mother Love At Recent Outing

December 30, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Jadakiss has given love to 50 Cent after showing “nothing but love” to Kiss’ mother and aunt at a recent appearance. “Momma love and aunt Bea popped up on @50cent and he showed them nothing but love,” Kiss wrote on Instagram. The kind words come after Kiss urged fans to choose Fif over other touring acts earlier in the year.

“For the music that we do, to see n-ggas up in that kind of caliber, from our cloth of music to have that kind of production and see my n-ggas up there, that sh-t is incredible. I encourage n-ggas to see this. Beyoncé, you better catch that Final Lap Tour. Drake and 21, the Final Lap. Beyoncé, Taylor Swift, catch it. Who else I say? For hardcore Hip Hop lovers and you could only cop one [ticket]?” Kiss said of Fif’s “Final Lap” Tour in September.

Carmelo Anthony Rapping Blows Jadakiss Away

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However, Fif isn’t the only person who has been getting love from Jadakiss. During a recent appearance on 7am in Brooklyn, Carmelo Anthony found a way to wow Kiss. As Kiss gave Usher his flowers for his recently-ended Vegas residency, he also mentioned that he still fondly remembered his time working with Usher. A moment later, Anthony was dropping a perfect cover of Kiss’ verse from that collaboration, “Throwback”. “He killed it!” Jadakiss exclaimed once Anthony had powered through the verse. You can watch Melo’s impromptu performance below. Let us know in the comments what you thought of Melo’s performance.

Kiss and Melo have been friends for most of the latter’s professional basketball career. After Melo retired in May, Kiss was sure to honor his close friend. As Jadakiss began his performance at an Air Jordan event in July, he played audio from the 2003 NBA Draft, specifically the announcement of Melo going third overall to the Nuggets. Melo was in the crowd and was evidentially touched by the unorthodox shoutout. Kiss has also referred to Anthony as his “little brother” on numerous occasions during their friendship. Furthermore, Kiss’ son previously called his dad the “Melo of the [music] industry”, drawing yet another parallel between the pair.

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T.I. & Daughter Heiress Harris Perform “Live Your Life” Together: Watch

December 29, 2023 by newhiphopnews

It’s no secret that T.I. is incredibly proud of his family, and never misses an opportunity to share the spotlight with his kids. His recent event in Atlanta was no exception, as he invited his daughter Heiress to share the stage with him in celebration of the 20th anniversary of Trap Muzik. In a sweet new clip, the seven-year-old is seen confidently strutting across the stage, performing Rihanna’s portion of her father’s 2008 hit, “Live Your Life.”

“Heiress Harris everybody,” T.I. announced before adorably ushering her offstage. Clearly, the crowd was feeling her performance, as she was met with tremendous applause. Social media users are loving it too, based on The Neighborhood Talk‘s comments section. Commenters are coming through with plenty of support for the up-and-coming icon. “She is literally a BORN STAR,” one fan writes. “I wish great things for this baby,” another user also adds.

Heiress Harris Joins T.I. Onstage

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This is far from the only time T.I. highlighted his daughter’s impressive list of accomplishments, however. Earlier this month, he took to social media to celebrate her radio debut, sharing a clip of the exciting moment on Instagram. Her song, “What Does Christmas Mean To You?” is heard playing in the car as the MC and his son listen excitedly. “Hey that was your little sister on the radio!” he shouted, later asking, “How you feel big brother?”

“Proud!” he responded with a smile. Despite the hitmaker showing public appreciation for his children, his family life has been under fire in recent months, following an altercation with his son King in November. The 19-year-old and his father got into it at a Hawks game, sparking speculation surrounding their relationship as a result. Regardless, he assured fans that “Da Harris Family Tied Like a Knot.” What do you think of T.I. bringing out his daughter Heiress to help perform his song? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below, and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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ASAP Rocky & Rihanna’s Matching Shoes On Aspen Trip With Sons Show How In Sync They Are

December 29, 2023 by newhiphopnews

A lot has changed for Rihanna and ASAP Rocky this year, but at the end of it all, they remain among our favourite style icons. For the Bad Gal, 2023 began with a bang as she prepared for (and bodied) her Super Bowl Halftime performance. During that, she confirmed that baby number two was on the way before spending the spring and summer serving up more maternity inspiration for fans.

Now, Rih and Rocky continue to settle into parenthood, though they’ve admitted they’re still hoping to add a little girl into the mix in the future. It’s unclear if the fashionista hopes to get pregnant again so soon after having Riot, like she did with RZA, or if she’ll be taking time to focus on releasing the music she’s been promising fans for some time now, and heading out on a subsequent tour.

Rihanna and ASAP Rocky Enjoy the Final Moments of 2023

ASAP Rocky Rihanna Fashion — ASAP Rocky and Rihanna are seen at Carbone on October 04, 2023, in New York City. (Photo by Jackson Lee/GC Images)

While we wait to find out what her 2024 plans are, paparazzi have spotted the Fenty Beauty founder out in Aspen with her family. Earlier this week, cameras caught all three Mayers boys and their matriarch, with Rocky stealing the show in his disco ball-inspired pants. The Testing rapper paired the bold piece with a brown and white fur coat over a grey hoodie, notably carrying both of their little boys, who were also dapperly dressed. Rih looked far more casual than ASAP in her mom jeans and shacket. Still, she and the New Yorker did cutely coordinate by rocking the same shoes.

In terms of their aesthetics, Rihanna and ASAP Rocky are always on point. However, the Barbadian is reportedly dealing with her share of anxiety over the possibility of her man serving time in prison over his gun trial with ASAP Relli. Read more about that at the link below, and since we can’t post them directly on HNHH you can find paparazzi snaps of Riot and RZA’s parents out in Aspen by clicking the Via.

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Boosie Badazz Says His Son Would Have To Kill Nine People To Be A “Gangster”

December 23, 2023 by newhiphopnews

In a recent chat with Vlad, Boosie Badazz shared thoughts on how it’s tricky for kids of famous folks, especially in hip-hop. The main idea was about growing up famous, with a focus on King Harris, T.I.’s son. Vlad, who made it big as a DJ with immigrant parents, praised how having famous folks can help you out. He pointed to Ice Cube and Denzel Washington’s kids in acting. Saying it’s smart to use your famous family to succeed. But without getting into the tough stuff they might rap or act about.

Boosie agreed but added a twist. How it’s hard for a rapper’s kid to be taken seriously if they haven’t lived the tough life their lyrics talk about. Boosie said it’s tough to be seen as real in a music scene that really values street life stories. While he liked the idea of famous parents helping out, he said it’s crucial to be careful not to look fake. He continued by saying, “My son would have to kill nine people to be a ‘gangster.’” Essentially, he is pushing the importance of the message of really being “about that life,” if that’s what is being portrayed through music. He used the parallel of actors relating to their life experiences in order to be considered good.

Boosie Badazz Explains What His Son Should Live Up To

Boosie also got real about the dangers of pretending to live a violent life. He straight-up said that trying to be a “gangster” without real experience is not just fake but also risky. Boosie wants his own kids and others to follow in their famous parents’ footsteps in music or acting. But not to copy the potentially harmful lifestyles they might talk about in their songs or act out on screen. Outside of his Vlad interviews, Boosie has been making headlines for other things. As of late, a music video featuring a man who looks a lot like Boosie Badazz has been making its rounds online. Effectively being called his doppelgänger, the Boosie lookalike starred in a hilarious music video. He’s also been dubbed as a “Fake Boosie.”

Moreover, this talk between Boosie and Vlad gives a glimpse into the tricky path that celebrity kids have to navigate. It’s like walking a tightrope between using the perks of having famous parents to get ahead. But also, avoiding the problems that might come from looking like you’re not being true to yourself. Boosie and Vlad both see the value in using the fame handed down from parents as a way to do well. Still, they both want to make sure that in an industry that often makes tough street life sound cool, staying true to who you are is a tricky dance. One that needs skill, smarts, and a promise to keep it real. What are your thoughts? Let us know on HNHH!

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Playboi Carti Reveals He Has A Daughter, In New Track “H00DBYAIR”

December 20, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Playboi Carti is easily one of the biggest artists in the hip-hop world right now. Overall, Whole Lotta Red cemented his place as an artist that can evolve with every album. Furthermore, it showcased how he is a cult-like following from his fanbase. They are obsessed with everything he does, and they will stop at nothing to find out more information about upcoming projects. In fact, it seems as though Carti has a new album on the way, and fans are very excited about this.

The rapper has been dropping some new songs over the course of the last couple of weeks. He dropped off “UR THE MOON” and followed that up with “2024.” Subsequently, on Tuesday night, he came through with the track “H00DBYAIR.” This song is garnering universal praise right now, and as it turns out, the song comes with a revelation. “I was 24 when I had lil’ Onyx (then I had a daughter, I got a daughter too)/ 27 when I had Eve/ Now I can finally sleep,” he spits. Simply put, Carti just had a second child.

Playboi Carti With Another Single

For now, it is unknown who the mother of this child is. However, it is important to bring up the fact that Carti had been arrested for allegedly choking a pregnant partner back in 2022. The reports state that Carti was upset about an alleged paternity test and subsequently choked his alleged victim. It was also reported that he had tried to pull her out of a car, and was unhinged during the alleged incident. This took place in December of 2022 when the alleged victim was 14 weeks pregnant.

This is a developing story that we will continue to follow. Let us know what you think of the song “H00DBYAIR,” in the comments section below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the music world. We will continue to keep you informed on all of your favorite artists and their upcoming releases.

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