“True Love,” a collaboration between Ye and XXXTentacion, will be released by Columbia Records on Friday, May 27th at midnight ET. Look At Me: The Album, XXXTentacion’s upcoming album, as well as Ye’s Donda 2, will feature the song.
Over the end credits of LOOK AT ME: XXXTENTACION, the song “True Love” plays. On HULU, the documentary will premiere. Thursday, May 26th is the date. LOOK AT ME: THE ALBUM will be released as a companion album to the film, with more information coming soon.
With design by Ye, the song’s cover image includes X’s handwritten writings, taken from a journal that his mother had discovered.
XXXTentacion has previously shown his appreciation for Ye on social media with zeal. The publication of “True Love” brings his career full circle and marks another milestone in his illustrious career.
The rainy weather didn’t keep Brooklyn and the rest of the New York from showing up and showing out for the exclusive, black-tie Notorious B.I.G. 50th Birthday Gala. Last weekend, the city’s biggest influencers and tastemakers were all on hand the bring in what would’ve been Biggie’s 50th born day(May 21). Sponsored by Pepsi and put on by the Christopher Wallace Estate, Manhattan’s Guastavino’s was the locale of the prestigious bday bash for the game’s most celebrated emcee, which drew celebs from all facets of urban entertainment.
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B.I.G.’s real friends, family and diehard supporters were in attendance for this second annual event. Everyone impactful in his career was in attendance; from his original Brooklyn family/crew, Lil’ Kim , Lil Cease and Junior M.A.F.I.A., to his extended family in the Hip Hop community, including Fat Joe and Sway Calloway, who conducted Biggie’s last radio interview just four days before he was killed in Los Angeles on March 9, 1997.
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The night began with an exclusive full course dinner while a live band called The Frank White Experience played some of Biggie’s most revered hits, which preceded some of his “Notorious” hits being played in digital format by none other than HOT 97’s DJ Enuff for the capacity crowd to enjoy. A large ice sculpture with the letters “B.I.G.”graced the stairs to the entrance of the upper level gala, where many of the attendees took their “I was there” pics.
Some of the other notables who came through to show Biggie sone Brooklyn love include Biggie’s children T’Yanna and C.J. Wallace, Havoc of Mobb Deep, Smif N’ Wessun, Caesar Emanuel of Black Ink, Karliee Redd of Love And Hip Hop ,Don Pooh, Bri Steeves, Coodie (director of Kanye West’s Jeen-Yus documentary}, Lil Kim’s business partner Alyi V, marketing guru Greg Walker, entertainment attorney/The Source Magazine owner Londell McMillian and countless others.
Performances included a set by Lil Kim and Junior M.A.F.I.A., including a “Quiet Storm” cameo with Kim and Havoc. The surprise of the night was watching “Lil Biggie” Christopher “C.J.” Wallace perform his one of his father’s premiere hits, “One More Chance”, as the crowd felt the spirit of Biggie through his only son.
Yo! MTV Raps officially returns on Tuesday, May 24, with new co-hosts Conceited and DJ Diamond Kuts.
According to Conceited, he has campaigned for the show’s revival since he was cast in the reboot of Nick Cannon’s Wild N’ Out almost a decade ago. As one of the show’s most coveted cast members, the Brooklyn native was first noticed by Cannon after making waves as a battle rapper.
Con says that Cannon, a big fan of battle rap, reached out to him via Twitter to tell him about the show’s revival.
“So he (Nick Cannon) hits me on Twitter,” starts Conceited. “He’s like, ‘yo,I’m bringing Wild N’ Out, and I want you to be a part of it. I’ve always wanted to be on Wild N’ Out as well.”
After an audition, which Con believes was lackluster, he received a call a few weeks later confirming his casting to the hit MTV show.
While Conceited’s Wild N’ Out popularity became a catalyst for new ventures, Reginald Sergile’s humble beginnings began in Brooklyn.
He split his youth between New York City and Florida. While in the South, he noticed the amount of Tri-State natives that migrated to Florida. Although true, the style of living was a complete culture shock.
“Here in New York City, people move at a much faster pace and you have that New York attitude. You rep your borough to the fullest,” he says. “If you go anywhere else, you already have a confidence boost being from here. It’s like a fashion show here in New York too.”
Conceited claims Brooklyn as NYC’s most fashionable borough, although Harlem natives would contest that sentiment.
He became confident in his lyrical ability at the age of 19 after a few years of making his name for himself in battle rap. Once his notoriety grew on the east coast, he took his talents to Da Jungle in Stockton, CA. Later, his battle was featured on WorldStarHipHop, after they initially denied him, and the rest was history.
Conceited quickly became one of the most viewed battle rappers on the internet. His witty bars, dominant punchlines, and his signature “slow it down, I just dissed you” catchphrase attributed to his viewership.
Since his first appearance on Wild N’ Out, Conceited flawlessly shined, especially during the “wildstyle” battles.
After years of campaigning for the revival of Yo! MTVRaps, Conceited manifestation would come into fruition when he was contacted to become the show’s new co-host.
“As far as the process, I did not have to audition,” he says. “I get on a Zoom call about the show, and they tell me that they are auditioning DJs for a chemistry test for a co-host.
No one else stood a chance once the chem test was done with DJ Diamond Kuts. Conceited notes that Diamond Kuts was a no-brainer given her extensive experience. The duo’s chemistry was the bonus.
Conceited’s journey from Da Jungle Battle Raps to hosting Yo! MTV Raps exemplifies his diverse talent as a personality.
Be sure to check out Yo! MTV Raps every Tuesday from May 24 through July 12 exclusively on Paramount+. Featured guests include Freddie Gibbs, Latto, Saba, J.I.D, Shenseea, Tee Grizzley, IDK, and Trina.
Lil Baby warned us about his 2022 arrival earlier this when he tweeted, “I’m coming.” The time is near as the 4PF President announced that his forthcoming album is coming in July. Although he told the month of the album, he left fans guessing about the release date.
The Atlanta rap star took it to Twitter to announce the news. On May 22, Lil Baby tweeted out, “7/?/22,” along with the fire emojis.
Already, Lil Baby dropped music videos “In A Minute” & “Right On,” followed by another new song, “Frozen.” This will be Baby’s third solo studio album and the follow-up to his 2020 album My Turn. My Turn debut was No.1 on the US Billboard 200, earning 197,000 album-equivalent units. The album also went four times platinum.
Following My Turn, the Grammy-nominated artist linked up with Lil Durk in 2021, and together they released a collaborative album, The Voice of the Heroes, which also reached No.1 on the US Billboard 200 with 150,000 album-equivalent units in its first week.
Since entering the rap game, Lil Baby has been a leader of the new generation of Hip-Hop with his authentic lyrics that motivate the streets. It’s almost his turn again.
For those who want to see another installment of Mike Lowry and Marcus Burnett, don’t fret, Bad Boys 4 is on the way. Sony Chairman Tom Rothman stated the film starring Will Smith, alongside Martin Lawrence, was never stalled following Smith’s Oscar slapped.
“That was innacurate… That movie’s been in development and still is,” Rothman said, according to Indie Wire. “There weren’t any brakes to pump because the car wasn’t moving.”
The third edition of the franchise, Bad Boys For Life, was released in 2022. A fourth edition was quickly greenlit following the film’s success. After the Oscars slap, it was believed the film was placed on hold with numerous other projects that included Smith.
Rothman added, “That was a very unfortunate thing that happened, and I don’t think it’s really my place to comment, except to say that I’ve known Will Smith for many years, and I know him to be a good person. That was an example of a very good person having a very bad moment, in front of the world. I believe his apology and regret is genuine, and I believe in forgiveness and redemption.”
In April, Bloomberg’s Lucas Shaw reported Netflix is giving up on a sequel to Smith’s Sci-Fi action film Bright. The sequel’s cancellation is not associated with the slap of Chris Rock. Just last summer, a report cited the film was in the final stages of creating a script, bringing back Smith, Joel Edgerton, and director David Ayer. Netflix’s Fast and Loose film, which stars Smith, is now in slower development. Smith’s show with National Geographic is experiencing a delay; however, the show will continue.
Rihanna and A$AP Rocky are reportedly considering relocating to Barbados to raise their child. According to The Mirror, the superstar couple will be in Los Angeles for the next three months before moving to the Caribbean.
A source told the publication “Rihanna loves Barbados and she loved growing up there. She wants to give her baby the same experience she had – away from the world of showbusiness.”
The families of both Rihanna and Rocky are in Barbados, aiding in the decision to move there in a couple of months.
Rihanna and A$AP Rocky have reportedly already decided on where their son will go to school in the future.
According to TMZ, the superstar couple’s first kid together was born on May 13 in Los Angeles.
A source close to the couple states they are at home in Los Angeles with the baby. “Rihanna is doing well. They are very excited to be parents. Rihanna is already a wonderful mom,” says the source to PEOPLE.
TMZ notes the last time the couple was seen was out for Mother’s Day when the two grabbed dinner at Giorgio Baldi in LA. The two announced they were expecting a child back in January. After the announcement, the two were seen at Milan Fashion Week, out in NYC and LA, and more.
On showcasing her baby bump, Rihanna told Vogue “I’m hoping that we were able to redefine what’s considered ‘decent’ for pregnant women. My body is doing incredible things right now, and I’m not going to be ashamed of that. This time should feel celebratory. Because why should you be hiding your pregnancy?”
Dave Chappelle’s attacker, Isaiah Lee, spoke with the New York Post from jail and revealed why he went after the famed comedian. As a member of the LGBTQ community, Lee wanted Chappelle to know that he should consider all audiences.
“I identify as bisexual… and I wanted him to know what he said was triggering,” he said to the Post. “I wanted him to know that next time, he should consider first running his material by people it could affect.”
Lee has entered a not guilty plea to the misdemeanor charges levied against him after the attack. He was charged with misdemeanor battery, possession of a weapon with intent to assault, unauthorized access to the stage area during a performance, and commission of an act that delays the event or interferes with the performer.
Lee also told the post that he is a single father of a five-year-old. Lee not only took issue with the jokes at the gay community but also stated Chappelle’s jokes toward the homeless were offensive. “It’s a struggle and I wanted Dave Chappelle to know it’s not a joke.”
Lee also stated Chappelle met with him later about the attack to which he told the comedian about his family history. “I told him my mother and grandmother, who fought for his civil rights to be able to speak, would be upset at the things he said,” Lee said. Lee said Chappelle’s response was sharp, “Now your story will die with you, son.”
In addition to his Chappelle attack, Complex reports L.A.’s District Attorney’s Office announced Lee was charged with attempted murder. The new charge is in connection with an incident from 2021.
According to authorities, Lee is accused of stabbing a roomate during an altercation at a housing apartment on Dec. 2. Lee pleaded not guilty.
“The publicity generated by the attack on Mr. Chappelle helped police solve this crime,” said LA County District Attorney George Gascón. “The incident that occurred at the Hollywood Bowl was misdemeanor conduct and rightfully referred to the City Attorney’s Office. Based on the nature and severity of the December attack, Mr. Lee is now facing felony charges which my office will prosecute.”
As the Western Conference Finals were heating up last week, so was a beef between Lil Wayne and Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban.
Lil Wayne was rooting for Phoenix Suns in their second-round matchup with the Dallas Mavericks. The Suns would lose but earlier in the series, Weezy let off his feelings about Mavs superstar Luka Doncic, calling him a “ho.”
Once the Suns were blown out and bounced out of the playoffs, Mavs owner Mark Cuban found that tweet and offered one of his own, using lyrics from Wayne’s “Uproar.”
Flav has a new baby but it comes with a price tag. According to TMZ, Flavor Flav has agreed to pay $3,000 a month in child support. However, Flav missed the opening years of his life and all of those expenses and is now expected to pay it back.
According to the family of his new baby mother Kate, Flav was supposed to pay back child support of $78,704. That nearly 80K was due last month but has not been yet submitted. Flav told TMZ he is currently working toward getting the funds together.
Last week, it was revealed the iconic hypeman of Public Enemy revealed that he is the father of a three-year-old boy.
According to TMZ, Flav, 63, got a paternity test done to confirm that 3-year-old Jordan is his son. Jordan’s maternal grandparents, Barry and Parchi, reveal Jordan’s mother, Kate, used to manage Flav for years. Within that time the two had a romantic relationship.
Flav was unsure if he was the father but a paternity test revealed that he was. TMZ confirms child support and a custody arrangement between the parties involved and Flav is taking an active role in Jordan’s life.
King Kendrick is back on top of the Billboard charts. Kendrick Lamar’s new album, Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers, has landed on top of the Billboard 200 with 295,000 equivalent album units sold in the first week.
According to Billboard, this is the third week in a row that the previous opening week’s debut has been surpassed. Un Verano Sin Ti by Bad Bunny did the task with a No. 1 debut of 274,000, whereas Future’s I Never Liked You debuted at No. 1 with 222,000 the week before.
Of the first week numbers for Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers’ streaming units equaled 258,800, including 343.02 million on-demand official streams.
Kendrick Lamar’s Mr. Morale and the Big Steppers is killing the Apple Music charts. On release day, Kendrick’s new album broke the record for the highest first-day streams for an album released in 2022. Songs from the album currently held the top 14 spots on the Apple Music Songs Chart.
The new album, Lamar’s last on Top Dawg Entertainment, is the rapper’s first since 2017’s Pulitzer Prize-winning Damn. Mr. Morale was preceded by “The Heart Pt. 5,” which instantly trended on social media for the lyrical content and the face morphing of Lamar into Kanye West, Nipsey Hussle, Will Smith, and more.
Mr. Morale and The Big Steppers is a double album featuring Kodak Black, Blxst, Summer Walker, Taylour Paige, Sampha, Baby Keem, Ghostface Killah, Amanda Reifer, Sam Dew, Beth Gibbons, and Tanna Leone.
The cover for the album features Kendrick Lamar’s partner, Whitney Alford, and their two children. The first time Kendrick had provided an image of his family.
The album also features production from a crop of Hip-Hop elite, including Boi-1da, Soundwave, The Alchemist, Dahi, DJ Khalil, Cardo, Pharrell, and more.
You can hear the new album from the Hip-Hop legend below.
