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Drake Responds to Kanye West’s ‘F–k Drake’ Message with a 50 Cent Meme

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In celebrating his new No. 1 single, Kanye West has a run of “fuck you” for his various enemies. Of those are Drake and Adidas.

In the lengthy Instagram caption, Ye 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 fuck adidas and everybody who works there or with them. Anyone who goes to school with anyone who’s parents work at adidas.”

Later on, he shot at Drake for bringing Lil Durk on tour: “And it’s fuck Drake for taking Durk right at the beginning of the Vultures role out.”

In response, Drake hit Instagram to fire off a response, letting a 50 Cent meme speak for him.

Ye and Ty Dolla $ign have reached the top of the Billboard Hot 100. Their collaborative, stadium-sounding anthem, “Carnival,” featuring Rich the Kid and Playboi Carti, is the new No. 1 single.

“Carnival” now makes Ye the first rap artist to have a No. 1 in three decades (the 2000s, ‘10s and ‘20s).

According to Luminate, “Carnival” secures the 1,165th No. 1 spot in the 65-year history of the Hot 100. It amassed 33.7 million streams (up 4%), garnered 3.9 million radio airplay audience impressions (up 85%), and sold 3,000 downloads (up 15%) during the tracking week of March 1-7.

With “Carnival,” Ye claims his fifth Hot 100 chart-topper, following hits like Katy Perry’s “E.T.” (featuring Ye), which spent five weeks at No. 1 starting in April 2011, among others. Ty Dolla $ign previously led the Hot 100 for a week in June 2018 as featured on Post Malone’s “Psycho.”

It is the first No. 1 record for Rich the Kid and Playboi Carti.

Additionally, “Carnival” maintains its reign for a second week atop both the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs and Hot Rap Songs charts, utilizing a similar multimetric methodology as the Hot 100.

Meanwhile, Beyoncé’s “Texas Hold ‘Em” slips to No. 5 after two weeks at the Hot 100’s summit, although it continues its dominance atop the multimetric Hot Country Songs chart for a fourth consecutive week.

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Simone Biles Celebrates Her Husband Jonathan Owens Joining the Chicago Bears

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Jonathan Owens, NFL defensive back and husband of Simone Biles, is headed to the Chicago Bears.

Owens’s new deal is for two years and $4.5 million, following a season where he was ranked 73 out of 95 NFL safeties on Pro Football Focus.

Hitting Twitter, Biles celebrated the change.

“just wanted to say thank you packer nation for embracing my husband & I,” Biles wrote. “green bay will always hold a special place in our hearts!”

She returned with, “CHICAGO HERE HE COMES” and “also I just love the city of Chicago.”

Experience demonstrates that a team’s popularity often manifests in increased activity on its social media platforms. The analytical team at CasinoSpotfr observed a modest yet steady surge in interest towards the Chicago Bears among Instagram users. For instance, a month ago, the follower count on the account stood at 1,611,121, while today it has escalated to 1,618,871 followers. This marks an addition of nearly 8,000 new fans to the team, a commendable achievement within a month. With such a substantial base of supporters, the Chicago Bears could capitalize on their popularity through sponsored posts, the price of which could range from $3,415 to $5,123.

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[WATCH] Mike Epps Gets Woman Kicked Out Of His Stand-Up Show

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Mike Epps is known for his hilarious stand-up routines, but at one of his shows, the laughter was muffled by a disturbance in the crowd when a young woman had to be escorted out by security but not before she took a good ribbing from Epps.

Cell phone footage of the show reveals the woman yelling at Epps, “I’m not going nowhere.” When security approached the woman, she told them, “You got my $300? You got my $300? Well, get the f*** on with your gay a**.” 

Epps added a little laughter to the situation, telling the crowd, “She like Raven Symone; her little a** is feisty…I know you not about to f*ck my show up right here with your little ghetto a**.” 

When a man with her tried to step in, the comedian replied, “So what’s up n***a? Do something then. That n***a ain’t gone do s*** either. We’ll whoop the s*** out of that n***a right there. That’s the n***a you with? We’ll f*** him up.” 

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[WATCH] Jenifer Lewis Opens Up About Devastating Fall in the Serengeti

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Jenifer Lewis, the beloved actress known for her vibrant personality and infectious laughter, recently revealed a harrowing experience that shook her to the core during a trip to the Serengeti in Tanzania. In a candid sit-down interview with Robin Roberts on Good Morning America, Lewis recounted the terrifying fall that left her immobile and fearing for her life.

The incident occurred in November 2022, during what was supposed to be a dream vacation for Lewis following the conclusion of her work on the hit show Black-ish and the release of her book. Little did she know that her adventure would take a perilous turn when she fell from her hotel balcony.

Lewis described how, on her first day at the resort, she decided to explore the hotel balcony at night to take in the breathtaking scenery of the Serengeti. However, tragedy struck when she inadvertently stepped into a space that was not sectioned off, leading to a 10-foot fall into a dry ravine filled with boulders and sharp rocks.

The impact of the fall left Lewis in excruciating pain, with her right hip bearing the brunt of the force and her shoulder colliding with the unforgiving stones. In the pitch-black darkness, she found herself unable to move, consumed by shock and uncertainty.

Calling out for her friend Lori, who had accompanied her on the trip, proved to be a daunting task as Lewis struggled to even draw a breath amidst the pain. As Lori rushed to get help, Lewis found herself confronted with the ominous roar of a lion nearby, adding another layer of fear to an already terrifying situation.

Despite the ordeal, Lewis managed to maintain her trademark sense of humor, joking about the potential headline that flashed through her mind in that moment of crisis. However, the gravity of the situation was not lost on her as she grappled with the reality of her injuries and the uncertainty of her fate.

Following her recovery from the accident, Lewis was able to return to work, appearing in the NBC revival of Night Court and Jennifer Lopez’s musical movie, This is Me…Now: A Love Story. Despite her remarkable resilience, Lewis chose to keep the details of her fall private until she could demonstrate her triumphant return to the public eye.

Watch below.

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Happy 51st Birthday To Chicago Hip Hop Legend Common!

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On this date in 1972, Lonnie Rashid Lynn, Jr., the rapper, actor, and poet also known as Common was born in Chicago, Illinois. The Grammy and Academy Award-winning artist is not only an icon of Windy City’s Hip Hop scene, but he has also helped to blaze a trail for Golden Era rappers into other aspects of entertainment as he has with his roles in blockbuster movies such as American Gangster, John Wick 2 and Glory just to name a few. The newly signed HBO producer has come a long way since he was known as Common Sense asking Can I Borrow A Dollar?

As we salute Common on his born day, let us send him a keen reminder of his first love that brought him into our living rooms, literally making him a household name.

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Pharoahe Monch And Talib Kweli On A.O.I. Radio With De La Soul On Apple Music 1

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Art Official Intelligence Radio with De La Soul on Apple Music 1 is back with Episode 3, featuring Pharoahe Monch and Talib Kweli. Pharoahe Monch talks about his recent deal with Roc Nation, his early experiences with legendary hip-hop pioneer Paul C, and how having asthma affected his approach to rhyming and his overall views on health. Talib Kweli talks to Posdnuos and Maseo about the influence of De La Soul’s music, and the impact of technology, streaming and AI and its potential effects on the industry.

The special five-episode series hosted by Posdnuos and Maseo arrives just in time to celebrate the release of the 35th anniversary deluxe edition of the hip-hop group’s debut album 3 Feet High and Rising, available in Spatial Audio with four previously unreleased bonus tracks.

Throughout the series, Posdnuos, Maseo, and special guests retrace and reflect on the history, legacy, and impact of De La Soul, while honoring the memory of their late bandmate Dave, aka Trugoy the Dove. 

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Offset Thanks Philly After Opening Show of First Solo Tour: ‘Believing in Myself and My Talent’

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Offset Announces Solo Headlining 'SET IT OFF' Tour

Offset is celebrating the launch of his Set It Off tour. Hitting X, Offset thanked Philadelphia and reflected on the road to this point.

“From trying to figure it out 2 years ago and feeling like I couldn’t do it to just trusting and believing in myself and my talent,” Offset wrote.

You can see the moment below.

Presented by Live Nation, the 17-city tour celebrates Offset’s solo venture, showcasing his artistic prowess highlighted in his Oct. 2023 album of the same name. The album garnered acclaim for its collaborations with Travis Scott, Don Toliver, Future, Cardi B, Latto, and more.

“’SET IT OFF’ is more than a phrase, it’s a vibe we’re creating together. This tour is not just a series of concerts, it’s a journey into my mind. I’m ready to hit the road on my first solo headlining tour, bringing the heat and most importantly, giving the fans a new way to experience my music,” said Offset.

Commencing on March 10th at The Fillmore in Philadelphia, PA, the tour will traverse key U.S. cities, including New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, before concluding in Atlanta at Coca-Cola Roxy on April 10th. Presales start on Jan. 24th at 10 am local time, with the general on-sale launching on Jan. 26th at 10 am local time via LiveNation.com. The SET IT OFF TOUR marks a significant step in Offset’s solo journey, promising fans an unforgettable experience.

TOUR DATES:

Sun Mar 10 | Philadelphia, PA | The Fillmore Philadelphia

Tue Mar 12 | Silver Spring, MD | The Fillmore Silver Spring

Thu Mar 14 | New York, NY | Palladium Times Square

Fri Mar 15 | Boston, MA | Citizens House of Blues Boston

Sun Mar 17 | Toronto, ON | HISTORY

Tue Mar 19 | Detroit, MI | The Fillmore Detroit

Wed Mar 20 | Grand Rapids, MI | GLC Live at 20 Monroe

Fri Mar 22 | Cincinnati, OH | Bogart’s

Sat Mar 23 | Chicago, IL | Byline Bank Aragon Ballroom

Wed Mar 27 | Denver, CO | Fillmore Auditorium

Fri Mar 29 | Los Angeles, CA | Hollywood Palladium

Sat Mar 30 | San Francisco, CA | The Masonic

Mon Apr 01 | Anaheim, CA | House of Blues Anaheim

Wed Apr 03 | Phoenix, AZ | The Van Buren

Fri Apr 05 | Dallas, TX | South Side Ballroom

Sun Apr 07 | Houston, TX | Bayou Music Center

Wed Apr 10 | Atlanta, GA | Coca-Cola Roxy

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Justin Laboy Says Kanye and His Team are ‘All Chips In’ on North West’s Album

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Justin Laboy is delivering additional details on North West’s album.

TMZ caught up with Laboy at LAX and asked about Elementary School Dropout. His response was that Kanye West is leading the way in production, and it will be kid-friendly.

“She already got a hit,” Laboy said. “I know she going to be on ‘Vultures 2′ again’ and that album will be a classic.”

He added, “Everybody is excited, all chips in on her: production, the best engineers. I think she got it and she naturally loves it.”

Laboy added that North West does ten songs a day and has her friends on singles. You can hear more from Laboy below.

Appearing with Ye at the Vultures 2 experience in Phoenix, North revealed she has been working on her album, Elementary School Dropout.

“I’ve been working on an album and it is called Elementary School Dropout,” she said on stage.

You can see the moment below.

North West has landed on the Billboard Hot 100. In celebration, Kim Kardashian posted the achievement to her Instagram story, penning, “My baby!!!!”

In case you missed it, North appears on “Talking” from Kanye West and Ty Dolla $ign’s Vultures 1 album.

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Dr. Dre to Receive Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

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Dr. Dre to Receive Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

Dr. Dre is set to receive his star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The star will be next to his longtime friend and collaborator Snoop Dogg.

“Dr. Dre’s contributions to the music industry are undeniable and have left an indelible mark on popular culture,” Walk of Fame producer Ana Martinez said. “As a producer, rapper, and entrepreneur, Dr. Dre has continuously pushed boundaries and set new standards for excellence. It is with great pride that we honor his incredible career and extraordinary impact by awarding him a star on the Walk of Fame. Dr. Dre’s star will serve as a lasting symbol of his immense talent and enduring legacy in the world of music. What is special regarding the location chosen for Dr. Dre’s star is that it will be next to the star of his longtime friend Snoop Dogg!”

Dr. Dre will be the 2,775th star on the famed stroll. Dre’s business partner and Interscope Records co-founder, Jimmy Iovine, will join Snoop as a speaker.

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Beyoncé Reveals ‘Cowboy Carter’ as ‘Act II’ Album Title

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Beyoncé Reveals 'Cowboy Carter' as 'Act II' Album Title

We have the latest update on the album title for Beyoncé’s Act II.

A release from Parkwood states that Act II will be called Cowboy Carter. An official cover for the album has not been released, but the image below has been shared.

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Alongside the announcement comes a pre-order link for Act II merch and vinyl. You can view the collection here.

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