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Singer Lizzo Debuts Her Comedian Boo At Pre-Grammy’s Party

February 5, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Singer Lizzo is making headlines again and she’s got everyone’s attention.The 34-year-old singer recently posted a “hard launch” of her relationship with boyfriend Myke Wright, sharing intimate flicks of themselves at a pre-Grammys party in Los Angeles over the weekend.

The elegant couple attended the Pre-Grammy Gala and Grammy Salute to Industry Icons ceremony on Saturday night.

She posted photos on her social media accounts of the pair embracing behind the scenes, with the caption: “Hard launch.”

Lizzo first confirmed she was in a relationship in April 2022 during an appearance on SiriusXM’s Andy Cohen Live show. She and Wright made their first public appearance together and debuted as a couple on the red carpet at the screening of Lizzo’s Amazon Prime Video series, Watch Out for the Big Grrrls.

At Saturday’s red carpet event, Lizzo sported a black mini dress with black and blue fringe along the neckline, sleeves and hem, designed by Alexander McQueen. She wore a pair of garters that held up her thigh high black boots underneath.

The singer’s celebrity friends rushed to comment on the photographs on her Instagram page, including model Tess Holliday, singer Sza, Jonathan Van Ness, and model Lori Harvey.

Harvey wrote: “We love a hard launch”, while singer Kehlani said: “BEEN WAITIN’.”

Are we here for this new couple?

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[WATCH] Shannon Sharpe Reveals Why He Put Football Before Marriage And Kids

February 5, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Shannon Sharpe recently revealed he was so consumed with football that it kept him from getting married.
Shannon has a YouTube show called Club Shay Shay which airs a weekly podcast with Influencers, professional athletes, and celebrities where they talk about hot topics, music, sports, life, and more. In the recent edition of the podcast, he talked about or sort of revealed why he never got married.

The 54-year-old won three Super Bowls during his stint – two back-to-back with the Broncos and one with the Baltimore Ravens. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2011. Post-retirement, Shannon Sharpe was an analyst for CBS Sports before he finally joined Skip Bayless for Fox Sports 1’s talk show Skip and Shannon: Undisputed. The former tight end, along with the veteran sports columnist talk, about football and basketball and give their expert opinions to sports fanatics.

Sharpe was joined by former Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Chad Johnson aka Chad Ochocinco. The two talked on a range of topics starting from Ochocinco’s married life to Super Bowl starters Patrick Mahomes and Jalen Hurts and training with “Fighter of the Decade” Floyd Mayweather Jr. During one such conversation, Sharpe talked about his views on marriage and why he never got hitched.

Shannon said, “I would’ve loved to have gotten married earlier in my career but my career was the most important thing. So, I was no good. I would’ve been a terrible father. I probably was a terrible brother, a terrible son. I definitely was a terrible boyfriend because football was the most important thing. I was consumed with that.”

He shared the reason why he was so consumed with football was that he wanted to improve his family’s condition. He shared that if he had kids then he would never have wanted them to spend even a single hour as he spent during his childhood.

“But now as I started to realize as I have gotten older in my life. Everything I’ve accumulated in my life doesn’t mean anything if I don’t have anybody to share with and it took me spending time alone to realize that,” he added.

Shannon also shared that he wants a life partner that brings something to the table. He doesn’t want her to be entirely dependent on him. He even stressed the fact that he won’t be any less interested if the prospective Mrs. Sharpe has any kids from her previous relationship. Sharpe will graciously accept them as his own.

“Over the last couple of years I have sat down and realized I need to find someone to love me like I love football like I love Undisputed,”

Watch the video below!

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[WATCH] Rickey Smiley Tearfully Lays His Son To Rest With ‘Standing Ovation’

February 5, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Rickey Smiley has his son’s “standing ovation” service in remembrance of his passing..

Comedian Rickey Smiley loss his son Brandon Smiley Sunday morning and Smiley took to Facebook and Instagram to share the unfortunate news. No statement has been released did not clarify how his son passed away.

I lost my oldest son #BrandonSmiley this morning. I’m okay, but please pray for my son’s mother Brenda, his siblings and his daughter Storm.

The ‘Rickey Smiley For Real’ star said that while his mother is shaken over Brandon’s death—having texted him just hours before he died—the tragedy hit his youngest son Malik the hardest.

“He got his own issues,” Rickey explained of the 21-year-old. “He’s fighting to stay alive because he’s dealing with a lot, dealing with depression and anxiety.”

His son, Brandon Smiley worked as a comedian and actor, according to the The Rickey Smiley Show’s website and Rickey would often post clips of his son standup acts online.

In the days following the news of his son’s passing, Rickey has taken to social media to ask for prayers for himself, his son’s mother, his son’s daughter and his entire family.

Let’s continue to keep their family in our prayers.

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Today In Black History Month #BHM: Amadou Diallo Shot And Killed By NYPD 24 Years Ago

February 5, 2023 by newhiphopnews

24 years ago on this date, a 23 year old Guinean immigrant named Amadou Diallo was murdered by four plain clothes NYPD police officers in his hallway after they unloaded 41 shots into Diallo in front of his Bronx apartment. The haphazard officers hit Diallo with only 19 shots; less than half of what was discharged from their weapons.

All four the officers involved were cleared of any wrongdoing after a mixed jury in the Empire State’s capital city acquitted the officers. Claiming the impossibility of a fair trial in NYC, an appellate court ordered that that the trial be switched to Albany. Amadou’s family filed federal and state charges of wrongful death and civil rights violations in 2001, which resulted in a $3 million dollar settlement from the city.

Interestingly enough, the Justice Department decided that Diallo’s civil rights were not violated.

Artists such as Immortal Technique and Wyclef Jean have referenced the tragedy in their songs, which became one of the most pivotal cases in the fight against police brutality.

Deaths at the hands of law enforcement such as George Floyd, Botham Jean, Eric Garner and Breonna Taylor will always be a reminder that the challenge of injustice against Black and Brown people must be confronted.

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[WATCH] Joe Budden & N.O.R.E Take Shots At Rappers Who Failed At Podcasting

February 4, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Rappers Joe Budden & N.O.R.E recently took shots at rappers who failed at their podcasting shows. During a recent episode of the Joe Budden Podcast, host Joe Budden and his guest star N.O.R.E had an interesting conversation about rappers who have failed at being podcast hosts. While the men did not name who they were referring to, they did not hold back on their opinions.

Nore shared, “You know what’s crazy, I’m looking at these rappers trying shows now–rappers from our era and they are so failing… They’re doing sports shows, doing comedy shows. “

Joe added, They are selling a** out here, they are selling their a**.”

Nore continued, “They get a computer, they get two cameras, and then they come out for three weeks. When their six episodes don’t work they start to rethink it..They come out with another show, and then that’s trash. And then they start cooking. Y’all looking horrible out here. I feel sorry for some of y’all. “

Fans responded with mixed reviews, read responses below.

Watch the clip below.

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Summer Walker Claps Back At Troll Who Says She’s Too Happy Being A Single Mom

February 4, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Summer Walker says she’s happy being a single mother regardless of what “miserable” internet trolls may say about it.

The mother of three put a social media user in their place after they commented underneath a photo of Walker pushing her three little ones in a stroller.

“She enjoys being a single mother a little two much for me,” the commenter wrote before adding a side eye emoji.

In her response, Walker called out the hater and emphasized how much she loves being a mom.

“Being mad someone happy as hell enjoying being a mom is a different level of miserable. These kids funny as hell, and ima have some mo,” the singer clapped back.

Other Instagram users defended Walker underneath The Jasmine Brand‘s repost of the singer’s online exchange.

“So because she’s a single mother, she’s not supposed to be happy? Society is a WILD PLACE! MAMA IS LIVING FABULOUS! She is living her best single life!!!!” one user wrote.

“Marriage ain’t for everyone, it doesn’t guarantee financial, mental, emotional and spiritual stability… This new age dating ain’t it!! Leave her alone she ain’t asking nobody for help!!” another added.

Others who chimed in said Walker should continue doing whatever makes her the happiest because that positivity will help her be the best mom to her kids. No woman should be shamed for enjoying motherhood, regardless of their romantic status.

Was the commenter wrong to mention Summer’s marital status?

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Happy 47th Birthday To The Dipset General Cam’ron!

February 4, 2023 by newhiphopnews

On this date in 1976, rapper, actor and entrepreneur Cameron Giles, also known as Cam’ron, was born in New York City.

Following the break up of Harlem-based group Children Of The Corn, Cam’ron and childhood friend Mason Betha embarked on solo careers, with Cam releasing his debut solo album Confessions Of Fire, while Mase put out the platinum-selling Bad Boy powered Harlem World LP.

In 2001, Cam’s career took a sharp turn for the better when he signed with Roc-A-Fella Records and released his third and best-received album Come Home With Me. Following the success of the album, Cam debuted his talents as an actor and screenwriter when he appeared in the Roc-A-Fella Films Paid In Full, Paper Soldiers, Death Of A Dynasty, and State Property 2.

Currently, Cam is working on the second installment of his Purple Haze series while still working on other solo and Dipset endeavors.

Happy Birthday to the Dipset general Cam’Ron!

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Today In Hip Hop History: Sir Mix-A-Lot Dropped ‘Mack Daddy’ LP 31 Years Ago

February 4, 2023 by newhiphopnews

On this day in Hip-Hop history, Sir Mix-a-Lot released his third LP, Mack Daddy. This was the Seattle-born rapper’s most successful project, housing his timeless hit single, “Baby Got Back.”

Although the shine of “Baby Got Back” gave Sir Mix-a-Lot his claim to fame, it wasn’t the strongest track on the project. As much as people want to tag Sir Mix-a-Lot a “one-hit wonder,” his ability as a rapper is one that doesn’t give much room for questioning. At the time of his popularity, there weren’t many rappers outside of New York or Los Angeles gaining any real commercial success, let alone chart placements. Sir Mix-a-Lot was able to gain stardom due to the bulk of this project.

Released under Def American Recordings with the majority of the production coming from Rick Rubin, this project hit the ground running. The first single “One Time’s Got No Case” is one containing traditional Hip-Hop subject matter: racist police and social injustice. The rest of the project, besides the hit single, of course, narrates a tale of his life in the streets of Seattle.

“Baby Got Back” is a song Sir Mix-a-Lot will be performing until the end of his career. The song hit #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 upon its release. It also saw international success claiming #8 in Australia, #3 in New Zealand, #25 in Germany, #56 in the UK, and #31 in the Netherlands. The song has also been voted the #1 “Greatest One Hit Wonder Of The 90s” by VH1.

After this album, Sir Mix-a-Lot went on to release three more studio albums. He’s also taken his talents to the small screen, being cast in reality television with guest appearances on various shows. In 2014, Nicki Minaj released the single “Anaconda” paying homage to Sir Mix-a-Lot’s famed single and sampling a section of one of his verses.

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[WATCH] Rapper Latto: ‘I Don’t Pay No Bills, My Man Pays For Everything’

February 3, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Rapper Big Latto has been sharing lots of info on her private life lately. The “Big Energy” rapper told Hot 107.9 that her man pays all of her bills ‘like a man is supposed to’. Latto says her man takes care of all her bills so she doesn’t have to pay a dime for anything.

“I got the ‘Vette, I got the Lambs, I got the Birkins,” Latto bragged. “I don’t pay no bills. If he comin’ like that, then, yeah.”

She reiterated: “I don’t pay no bills! That’s how it’s supposed to be.”

She seemed to get annoyed when social media users said she was getting the “bare minimum” from an unavailable man.

“What’s bare minimum?” she replied.

“The Lamborghini he bought? The pink corvette? The pink Richard Mill? 1 of my 20 birkins? Aint nun bare minimum bout my love life babe. Not to mention I GET THE D**K TO MYSELF [sic].”

While Latto has not announced who her secret man is, many have speculated her man is rapper 21 Savage.Do you think a man should pay for everything if both are making money?

Watch the video below.

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Wendy Williams’ Old Shows Are Back on Debmar Mercury’s Youtube Page

February 3, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Last year Wendy Williams fans were shocked after former Wendy Williams Show producers, Debmar Mercury, deleted all of the old episodes of her show from YouTube. Many of Wendy’s episodes had viral unforgettable moments that fans watched by the millions. Most were outraged that all of Wendy’s work seemed to be erased from history.

Wendy’s infamous old shows are back on YouTube with an old photo of Wendy featured in the banner. Debmar-Mercury’s Youtube channel now has all of Wendy’s old videos listed under the ‘recently uploaded’ tab. Wendy’s videos noticeably have the most views on the Youtube page.

Will you be watching?

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