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Cardi B’s Latest Pregnancy Portraits Include Loving Embraces From Offset And Kulture

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Cardi B continues to make rap history, racking up an impressive collection of firsts as she expands her catalog of hits, movie roles, and powerhouse performances since breaking out in 2018 with “Bodak Yellow.” Her latest: Becoming a mother twice over, revealing her second pregnancy during an electrifying performance with her husband Offset’s band Migos at the 2021 BET Awards. Popping out in a bedazzled sheer jumpsuit designed to accentuate her belly, Cardi stole the show, with the reveal becoming one of the night’s biggest moments.

At the same time, she revealed her first pregnancy portrait, posting the plaster-clad picture on Instagram and accumulating over 12 million views in less than 24 hours. The photo also garnered thousands of congratulatory comments as admirers and peers alike responded supportively to the reveal. Today, Cardi shared some of the remaining portraits from the shoot, including one featuring Offset, who is seen embracing Cardi from behind while kissing her neck, and soon-to-be big sister Kulture, who wears a matchup dress and headwrap while touching her mom’s tummy (and bearing the expression of an only child who knows her days of being the only favorite are numbered… I feel you, kid).

Cardi and Offset’s family has been a focus of their art for a while, and as it expands, should give them plenty more fodder for adorable social media posts and bars about potty training and sibling rivalries. Check out their loving family photos below.

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Fredo Bang Is Ready To Go On “War Time”

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Fredo Bang is still riding high off of the success of “Top” and its subsequent remix featuring Lil Durk. The Baton Rouge rapper has been steadily climbing the ranks of hip-hop with each release. His budding career has been exciting to watch, especially after the incredibly busy year he had in 2020.

This week, Bang slid through with a brand new record with intention of setting the streets ablaze. The rapper’s came through with a vengeance with his latest single, “War Time.” Tackling bluesy Southern production, the rapper provides menacing bars detailing violence and revenge. 

The release of Bang’s latest record comes after he dropped the remix to “Trust Issues” ft. NLE Choppa.

Peep his new record below and keep your eyes peeled for Fredo’s forthcoming album, Murder Made Me.

Quotable Lyrics
Ain’t gotta rep ’em bodies, bitch I got ’em, if you know you know
Pull up servin’ n***as door-to-door, we just like Dominos
And I know what to do when pussy n***as wanna do the most
Treat ’em just like strippers, drop a bag, they shakin’ by they toes

Ludacris’ ‘Fast & Furious 9’ Does The Unthinkable At Box Office

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Grammy-winning rap star Ludacris has more than music to smile about these days. The newly released Fast & Furious 9 film has crushed box office records as the biggest big screen blockbuster since the COVID-19 pandemic. Ludacris’ ‘Fast & Furious 9’ Thrives At Theaters F9 has broken the weekend box office record since the beginning […]

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Tyler, The Creator Is A Rapper First: “Don’t Let The Wig Get It Twisted”

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The 2021 BET Awards was packed with stellar performances and star-studded appearances from guests. Migos hit the stage to perform their Culture III cut “Type Sh*t,” Cardi B making a surprise appearance and subsequently announcing her second pregnancy. Lil Nas X did a rendition of his single “Montero,” which saw the hitmaker kiss a male backup dancer on stage. 

Tyler, the Creator made his BET Awards performance debut at Sunday’s (June 27) show, taking the stage for a windy performance of his single “LumberJack.” Before hitting the stage, Tyler, along with CMIYGL collaborator DJ Drama, spoke with Billboard and touched on how they connected for the critically acclaimed project. Additionally, Tyler clarified his position in music as a rapper first before anything else. 


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Speaking about how they connected in the fist place, DJ Drama explained, “Tyler reached out to me last summer … he always said it was a dream of his to do a Gangsta Grillz [tape].” He went on to praise Tyler for his artistic vision and “how much of a hundred percenter [Tyler] is when it comes to production, writing, composing [and] videos.”

He also touched on how much he trusted Tyler’s vision for placing his vocals over the album’s tracks. “Normally I let someone give me the music and I do my one-two over it,” he explains. “[But Tyler] has it all in his head. I love people like that.”

Elsewhere in the red carpet interview, the Grammy-winning rapper also took a moment to clarify that rap music will always be his first love despite his 2019 funk-inspired project IGOR. “I just love rap so godd–n much … listening to [The] Dedication with [Lil] Wayne, and ‘We Got It For Cheap’ with Clipse, they really shaped me into who I am,” says Tyler.

“I think a lot of people forget that I’m a rapper because I’m so multifaceted. I just had to remind everyone, ‘Don’t let the wig get it twisted, y’all n—as can’t f— with me.'” This confirmation from Tyler will likely bring joy to longtime fans of the Odd Future rapper who celebrated the rap-heavy sound on Call Me If You Get Lost. 

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OMB Peezy Unleashes New Track “Not Just Anybody”

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It feels like every week, OMB Peezy is blessing fans with some new heat. The Mobile, AL rapper has been keeping the streets flooded with new music, even after the release of his latest project, Too Deep For Tears. The steady stream of music since might not indicate that a new project is on the way but regardless, Peezy’s loosies are just as consistent as his album cuts.

This week, the rapper returned with his latest track, “Not just anybody.” The rapper tackles emotional piano-laced production with reflections of heartbreak, anxiety, and overcoming the obstacles that he’s faced over the course of his lifetime. 

OMB Peezy was recently announced as a performer at Rolling Loud New York in October. 

Stay tuned for more music from Peezy.

Quotable Lyrics
They tried to close it, I kicked in the door
Let my people in, took too many losses I need to win
Young n***a feel like he don’t need a friend
If I left, you would never see me again

Lil Nas X Promises ‘Emasculation Of Men’ All Year Long

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Grammy-winning rap star Lil Nas X is not holding back at all this year. The “MONTERO” hitmaker went to his social media pages with a guarantee of emasculating all men before 2022. Lil Nas X Promises ‘Emasculation Of Men’ In 2021 Nas X was responding to a fan’s tweet about his outfit at this year’s […]

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Yung Pooda Sticks To His H-Town Roots On “Forever Tippin”

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Yung Pooda, the Houston-based spitter best known for “Chicken n Grits”, has just added his name to an illustrious list. This collection is called: Rappers Who Sampled Mike Jones’s “Still Tippin'”.

To his advantage, the majority of artists who have done so are not even from Houston; hell, some just love to think they are. With that being said, it’s always refreshing to see the latest rappers out of Texas paying respect to Swishahouse in its entirety, rather than just ripping off whatever Travis Scott has been doing. Growing up listening to DJ Screw and Paul Wall is beyond clear in a song like this.

On top of Pooda getting his bars in, producer DJ Chose goes in on his own beat and does the very same, showcasing his versatility and potentially opening doors for how much more he has to offer the game. While he does put forth a lot of energy in this verse, it can’t equate to the pristine use of this sample.

“Forever Tippin” was released in promotion for Yung Pooda’s upcoming album, Vivid Pictures, which is said to be dropping toward the end of the year.

Quotable Lyrics:
Ran into Heavy, then I had a blessing, met Paul Wall
We was talking ’bout how this is not the West, but it’s wild, wild
Long live Screw, if it ain’t slowed up, it’s a lost cause
And I talk loud cause I boss hog, like the Outlawz, hol up

Diana Taurasi x Nike LeBron 18 Surfaces In New Colorway: Photos

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Diana Taurasi is one of the biggest legends in the history of the WNBA and there is no doubt that she deserves her place amongst the biggest legends of basketball. Throughout her career, she has stood out on the floor thanks to her sneaker choices and some of the different signature models she has worn. Over the years, she has worn a plethora of various Nike LeBron models, and after all of these years, she is finally getting her own Nike LeBron colorways.

In fact, a new Nike LeBron 18 colorway called “La Cabra” was recently shown off online and it is expected to drop on July 2nd. Now, a second colorway has been revealed although for now, it does not have a name. The shoe has a predominantly white upper, all while the midsole and back heel are mint green. From there, we have some newspaper script peaking through the back heel, as the laces are a bright shade of red.

Little remains known about this new offering so keep it locked to HNHH as we will be sure to bring you all of the latest updates, as soon as they become available. In the meantime, give us your thoughts on these, in the comments below.

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DaBaby Thinks Ludacris Comparison Is Overplayed

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DaBaby’s had an eventful week that included a spat with friend-turned-foe Megan Thee Stallion then publicly inquiring for a verse from Jay-Z before hitting the stage at the BET Awards for an animated performance. Baby’s zany personality and cartoonish visuals have helped him stand out among his peers but it also draws a lot of comparisons. Last week, Lil Duval sent Twitter in a frenzy after declaring DaBaby as the Ludacris of this generation.


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In a recent interview with Billboard at the BET Awards red carpet, DaBaby explained that Ludacris remains an inspiration for his visuals but there are plenty of other artists who helped shape his sound and aesthetic. 

“I wouldn’t even say we’re one of the same,” Baby said. “I feel like that’s too commonly used. I think people use that too lightly. I was inspired by Ludacris’ creativity with his music videos. [I was inspired] by a lot of people. Not only people like Ludacris, but people like Nelly. I mean, everybody.”

Along with Nelly, DaBaby also said that Busta Rhymes and even Eminem were people who he drew from. “I feel like as the generations unfolded, people from every era was inspired by somebody from the era before them,” he said. “Even when it boils down to 50 Cent, Eminem, and Mystikal, everybody’s videos used to be crazy. Busta Rhymes’ videos used to be crazy [too]. So I definitely was inspired by Ludacris, Busta Rhymes, and several other artists with their music videos.”

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Lil Nas X Speaks On His BET Performance: “The Song Is Literally About Gay Sex”

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The 2021 BET Awards ceremony took place over the weekend. Megan thee Stallion, Migos & Cardi B, who revealed her pregnancy, and Lil Nas X all hit the stage. Lil Nas performed his hit single “MONTERO (Call Me By Your Name),” which sparked controversy at the time of its release for its Satanic-filled visuals and its depiction of same-sex relationships. 

His BET rendition of the track stayed true to its already-establish aesthetic, with Lil Nas even planting a kiss on one of his male backup dancers during the performance. Reception for the performance was polarized, and the “Old Town Road” hitmaker took to social media to shut critics up one more time. 


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“we are 4 months in and people are still acting surprised that i am being gay and sexual in performances of a song about gay and sexual shit,” tweeted the Grammy winner on Monday (June 28), a day removed from his performance.

He continued in another tweet, “like the song is literally about gay sex what y’all want me to do play the piano while baking a cake?” Another critic responded to the tweets suggesting Lil Nas was insecure about his sexuality and was simply overcompensating for it “every chance you get.” 

In response, the 22-year-old artist explained, “You’re right i am insecure about my sexuality. i still have a long way to go. i’ve never denied that. when you’re conditioned by society to hate yourself your entire life it takes a lot of unlearning. which is exactly why i do what i do.”

Another challenged Lil Nas should consider the fact that children are watching the award show and homophobically suggested he should “chill that gay sh*t out.” 

“that’s not my problem, stop letting ur kids watch the bet awards n*gga put on cocomelon,” responded the hitmaker sarcastically. All in all, Lil Nas certainly had time today to respond to his noisiest critics. 

Diddy also sent out warm words of support to Lil Nas X on social media following his performance, penning, “Lil Nas X did that!! Be fearless!!!”