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Lil Nas X Responds To Nick Young Co-Signing Boosie’s Homophobic Comments

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It isn’t a coincidence a bunch of rappers and entertainers are showing their true colors, spreading homophobic messages this week while Lil Nas X, a gay artist, has the top trending song in the country. While some of the loudest haters, including DaBaby and T.I., are chalking up their homophobia to “freedom of speech,” they seemingly don’t understand the real weight of their words, prompting Lil Nas X to jump into the conversation.

While he was never mentioned during DaBaby’s disgusting rant at Rolling Loud, T.I. and Boosie Badazz have mentioned the rapper during the aftermath of the controversy, with Boosie calling him a homophobic slur and threatening to beat up the artist if he ever performed naked, as he has been teasing. On Thursday morning, LNX trolled Boosie and T.I. by “responding” to their hateful messages, luring them in and driving them to the “INDUSTRY BABY” music video, but he’s officially come through with another tweet, directly replying to Boosie and Nick Young, who co-signed the rapper’s remarks.

“Facts, freedom of speech,” wrote Nick Young on a video of Boosie calling Lil Nas a homophobic slur. “A n***a saying he will ‘beat my f***t ass’ is not what we what we meant by freedom of speech,” responded LNX. He also retweeted a fan’s post, which reads, “Bro it’s so fascinating to watch people retreat to very similar language as racists when it comes to being homophobic.”

Check out his response below and stream “INDUSTRY BABY” underneath.

Tim Tebow Shows Off Tight End Skills During Training Camp

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Tim Tebow is one of the most polarizing players in the history of the NFL. When the quarterback was drafted by the Denver Broncos, there were numerous questions surrounding his talent level as an NFL QB. He didn’t have the fluid throwing motion that you would expect from a high draft pick, and his playstyle simply did not fit the mold. Eventually, Tebow had a fantastic campaign with the Broncos before bouncing around the league and fizzling out.

For the last few years, Tebow has been pursuing baseball although he hasn’t been too successful. Now, Tebow is back in football although now, he is a tight end who wants a second chance at glory, with the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Tim Tebow

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Tebow made it to training camp with the Jaguars, and as it stands, he is fighting for a starting spot on the roster. Tebow has improved his physique specifically for the tight end position, and today, he received a huge ovation from Jaguars fans who went out to see the team practice today. As you can see in the clips below, Tebow is actually looking pretty good out there, and it seems like he could very well up with a roster spot if he keeps up at his current pace.

The tight end has a rapport with Jaguars head coach Urban Meyer, so perhaps the connections will work to his advantage once all is said and done. In the meantime, stay tuned to HNHH as we will continue to bring you the latest news from the NFL.

The DaBaby Remix Of Dua Lipa’s ‘Levitating’ Is Starting To Get Phased Out Of Playlists And Radio

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Ever since DaBaby’s fall from grace began this weekend, Dua Lipa fans have tried to forget that he featured on the hit remix of Future Nostalgia highlight “Levitating.” One person even swapped out DaBaby with Megan Thee Stallion to make their own unofficial “fix.” Now, it looks like music curators are responding to the DaBaby situation by opting for the solo album version of “Levitating” instead of the DaBaby remix: Pop Crave reports that the DaBaby version of the song has been removed from multiple Apple Music playlists, as well as Dua Lipa’s Essentials playlist, on which has been replaced by the solo version.

Additionally, US Radio Updater notes that some radio stations are now opting to play the solo version of the song over the DaBaby remix. Some listeners have also noticed that they’re now hearing the solo version on the radio instead of the remix. As US Radio Updater notes, though, the solo version was already being played by adult contemporary programmers, while pop and rhythmic stations tended to play the remix.

Lipa previously said of the DaBaby situation, “I’m surprised and horrified. I know my fans know where my heart lies and that I stand 100 percent with the LGBTQ community. We need to come together to fight the stigma and ignorance around HIV/AIDS.”

Some artists covered here are Warner Music artists. Uproxx is an independent subsidiary of Warner Music Group.

Skepta Unites With J Balvin On “Nirvana”

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Skepta recently announced the arrival of his upcoming EP All In, and today marks the arrival of his brand new single “Nirvana.” Featuring the talents of J Balvin, Skeppy’s latest is a low-key and relatively melodic look from the UK heavyweight rhymer. “Good pussy keep me awake,” he raps, over a smooth guitar lick. “Got them big racks make the milk shake / and I don’t discriminate, but if she a snack that’s a dinner date.”

Following Skepta’s opening verse, J Balvin holds it down with the follow-up, adding an interesting contrast with some Spanish bars. Despite the language difference, the chemistry on wax is clear, and it should be interesting to see how much momentum “Nirvana” gains before the big EP drop. Speaking of which, look for Skepta’s All In EP to drop off tomorrow, featuring additional guest appearances from Kid Cudi and Teezee.

How do you feel about Skepta and J Balvin’s “Nirvana?”

QUOTABLE LYRICS

Good pussy keep me awake
Got them big racks make the milk shake
And I don’t discriminate, but if she a snack that’s a dinner date

Saweetie Lands McDonald’s Celebrity Meal Inspired By Her Strange Eating Habits

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Following previous collaborations with popular artists like Travis Scott, J Balvin and BTS, McDonald’s will be debuting the “Saweetie Meal” on August 9th, named after the Bay Area rapper and female artist. Known for her love of food and sometimes very creative culinary combinations, the “Saweetie Meal” is inspired by the artist’s love for mixing and matching different foods. At its base, the meal will include a Big Mac, four-piece Chicken McNuggets, medium fries and a medium Sprite rounded out by a barbecue sauce that will be rebranded as the “Saweetie ‘N Sour” sauce to coincide with the meal’s theme.

Continuing with adapting the themes and aesthetics of each celebrity meal to align with the artist’s personal brand, the “Saweetie Meal” will take on “icy new packaging” to build off the artist’s “Icy Girl” branding. Previous examples like Travis Scott’s “Cactus Jack” branding being made into crew member t-shirts for McDonald’s employees, along with the BTS branding on the paper bags for each order of the BTS meal, shows that McDonald’s is committed to displaying each artists’ individual identities in their collaborations with the tenured fast food chain. Saweetie posted a teaser for the meal on Instagram earlier this morning.

“WHO’S READY FOR ONE OF MY INFAMOUS CONCOCTIONS?!!,” Her Instagram caption reads, knowingly acknowledging the meme culture that’s surrounded her eating habits. In the photo, french fries and hints of barbecue sauce make up a snowflake, playing into the artist’s “Icy Girl” brand. Her 2019 album is simply called ICY.

McDonald’s has done their part for hyping up their newest celebrity meal on social media, as well. They tweeted a hint about their involvement with Saweetie this morning before posting the same image.

Making light of Saweetie’s sometimes outrageous eating choices, they further confirmed why ranch isn’t included in the meal in a follow-up tweet.

It has also been reported that customers will be afforded some flexibility in how they can have contents of the “Saweetie Meal,” aligning with the artist’s tendency to be creative with her eating choices. Fans are hilariously disgusted on social media, but check out what kinds of combinations are possible in the image below.

What do you think of the “Saweetie Meal?” Which artist would you like to see McDonald’s collaborate with next? Let us know in the comments. 

Pistons To Select Cade Cunningham With First Overall Pick: Report

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One of the best events of the entire year in relation to the NBA is the draft. It’s a night that changes lives forever all while shaping the future of the NBA. Teams that had been in poverty status for years finally get a shot at a potential superstar all while talented young players get the opportunity of a lifetime that will eventually allow them to prove for their families and deliver generational wealth to their bloodline. All-in-all, it’s a pretty good night but it’s one that should not be taken lightly by the teams themselves.

Franchises spend months deliberating on which players they should take, and it’s never an easy decision. There are various dilemmas at play here, including the dichotomy of drafting based on positional need or drafting based on the best talent available. It’s a hard balance to strike, although the Detroit Pistons are looking to make the best of it with the first overall pick.

Cade Cunningham

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Seven hours before the draft even begins, the entire evening has been spoiled in a way, as Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN just reported that Cade Cunningham of the Oklahoma State Cowboys would be selected with the first overall pick. The Pistons have had their eyes on Cunningham for quite some time now and they didn’t want to pass up the opportunity to take him.

Cunningham had a phenomenal season with the Cowboys in 2021 and it was well-documented that he was the clear number one talent in the draft. While some fans might be annoyed at the timing of this news, there is no doubt that Pistons fans can breathe a sigh of relief knowing their team has made a good choice.

Dua Lipa & A Pop Smoke Hologram Appear In The “Demeanor” Music Video

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Over the course of the past few days, DaBaby and Dua Lipa have been two of the most talked-about artists in the music industry, and as DaBaby gets caught liking shady tweets about his “Levitating” collaborator, Dua Lipa has taken a page out of his book and taken advantage of the drama by dropping a new music video.

The visuals for Dua Lipa’s recently released collaboration with the late Pop Smoke have officially arrived, and both the Future Nostalgia artist and a ghostly hologram of Pop Smoke appear in the music video for “Demeanor.”

Having been filmed well after the Shoot For The Stars Aim For The Moon artist‘s tragic death, the “Demeanor” music video takes place at what looks like a Romantic-era party inside a lavish and ancient castle. Several party guests dance along to the Pop Smoke and Dua Lipa collaboration, and when Pop’s verse rolls in, a bright blue projection of the late rapper appears to perform the verse. Later on, Dua Lipa makes an appearance in the video, wearing an ornate vintage Jean Paul Gaultier dress.

Head back to the top of the page to check out out the “Demeanor” music video, and as always, rest in peace, Pop Smoke.

Isaiah Rashad & Lil Uzi Vert Connect On “From the Garden”

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We’re only one day away from the release of Isaiah Rashad’s The House Is Burning, and today the rapper has offered up a final glimpse of what’s to come. “From The Garden” with Lil Uzi Vert is officially here, and off the bat, it’s clear that we’re looking at a banger. Over a mischievous bass-driven beat from Kal Banx, Rashad sets it off with a rapid-fire machine gun flow. 

“They gon shit talk when we ain’t around,” he raps. “Ni**as be hating with feet on the ground / Got the lil jet with the beat on the couch / nut on the Gucci and beat on her mouth.” Lil Uzi Vert holds it down for the second verse, swerve from Rashad’s flow scheme and bringing some interesting swagger to the mix. “Quality bitches, they look good to me, but I fuck the same girl cuz I don’t even cheat,” he raps. “That is a lie, repetitive freak.” 

It’s not quite what they’re saying, but how they’re saying it — and damned if both parties aren’t having the time of their lives. Check out “From The Garden” now, and sound off in the comments with your thoughts on Zay’s latest single. 

QUOTABLE LYRICS

Quality bitches, they look good to me
But I fuck the same girl cuz I don’t even cheat
That is a lie, repetitive freak
I ain’t even look, No I ain’t even seek
I ain’t even peek
G5, G5, competitive Jeep

Lakers’ Rumored Trade Package For Buddy Hield Revealed

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With LeBron James nearing the end of his career, the Lakers are closing in on their window to win another NBA title. While Anthony Davis is the perfect second superstar for the roster, there is no denying just how much this team needs to improve when it comes to its depth. The Lakers struggled in the playoffs as a result of their depth and moving forward, they have made it clear that they want to move pieces around, particularly guys like Kyle Kuzma and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope.

With the NBA Draft going down tonight, it only makes sense that the Lakers would be looking to get a deal done sooner rather than later. In fact, according to Kevin O’Connor of The Ringer, the Lakers are looking to offer up their first-round pick in order to get Sacramento Kings star Buddy Hield.

Kyle Kuzma & Montrezl Harrell

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Earlier this week, it was reported that a trade for Hield could be in the works and that Kuzma would be the centerpiece. Now, it is being reported that Montrezl Harrell, Kuzma, KCP, and the 22nd overall pick are all up for grabs in a potential deal and that they are working towards making it happen. Hield has been shopped around quite a bit as of late, as he was also rumored to be a part of a deal to bring Ben Simmons to Sacramento.

There is still plenty of time for deals to be worked out, so stay tuned to HNHH as we will be sure to bring you all of the latest updates from around the NBA as the Draft takes place tonight. It looks like we are going to be in for a very busy offseason.

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