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King Harris Reveals The Actual Backstory Of His Black Eye

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King Harris has revealed that the picture of himself with a black eye, which he uploaded on Instagram while claiming to have been in a fight, was fake. In his latest post on the platform, he explained that it was for a new video and he was pranking his followers.

In a caption laced with laughing emojis, Harris wrote: “Man It’s be a REAL PURGE N ATL if yall seen me like dat f*ck seeing it on instagram it was gon be fox 5. It was a bet from my cast I was on set. Ik dat world was SO READY TO SEE ME WIT A BLACK EYE. SIKE NEW SONG OUT LOCKED IN @lilduval they gon be mad. BUT GOOD MORNING WORLD.” The post resulted in plenty of criticism from annoyed followers. “U wannabe your dad so badly but you ain’t got it son,” one user commented.

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King Harris & T.I. Perform Together In Atlanta

ATLANTA, GEORGIA – DECEMBER 15: T.I. and King Harris perform onstage during 2023 V-103 Winterfest: Celebrating 50 Years of Hip Hop at State Farm Arena on December 15, 2023 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images)

Other fans did end up coming to his defense. “All I ever saw in King was a kid who just admired and looked up to his fathers background, past and now future,” one user explained. “He can’t help the fact he just was brought up in a different life style then his father because his father and mother paved a better way and lifestyle for him so now he just has been able to enjoy the best from both worlds.” Another fan wrote: “Even beyond all the negativity, I’ve always seen greatness in this young man. Now that I know he’s a Virgo, I already know he’s solid. King will live up to his name.”

King Harris Reveals He Faked The Fight

The latest post comes after T.I. revealed that his son is expecting his first child, earlier this month. Check out the clip of Harris explaining the backstory of the fight photo below. Be on the lookout for further updates on King Harris on HotNewHipHop.

 
 
 
 
 
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Nicki Minaj Surprises Cleveland Barbz At Sneaker Launch

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Nicki Minaj is currently making her way across the U.S. on the second leg of her tour in support of Pink Friday 2. Most recently, the hitmaker touched down in Cleveland, OH to perform at the Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. The show was nothing short of impressive, as expected, but it wasn’t all she had to do while she was in town.

Yesterday, Nicki took to Twitter/X to announce that she’d be making an appearance at the DTLR shoe store at a local mall today. The appearance in question was in honor of the store’s launch of her LOCI sneaker line. It featured a bright pink custom Nicki Cybertruck, cotton candy, music, plenty of merch, and more.

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The Barbz Go Wild For Nicki Minaj

In various clips from the event, Nicki’s seen making her entrance as fans go wild. She penned a heartfelt message to her supporters on Instagram ahead of her appearance, expressing her gratitude for their continued support and her new partnership. “I’m so grateful for this partnership [prayer emoji],” she began. “I’m so grateful to the community of ppl who continue to uplift & support me…to root for me.”

“I’ll always be trying to pay you back…with every thing I do- for the remainder of my career…I’ll try to never forget the impact you guys have made on my career…with nothing more than genuine love. 
I hope that’s how I make you feel in return,” Nicki continued. “God bless you. Each & everyone supporting me today, may the Lord bless you with generational wealth for centuries to come.” Her next tour stop will be Birmingham, Alabama tomorrow at the Legacy Arena. What do you think of Nicki Minaj surprising fans at a shoe store in Cleveland today? What about her LOCI shoe line launch? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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Red Bull BC One Sets The Stage For Redman As Their Headlining Act In Venice, CA Cypher

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Redman is one of the most legendary rappers in the genre. He and Method Man are known for their comical yet grimy bars that captivated fans in the ‘90s and early 2000s. Coming off the heels of the anniversary celebration of their debut album, he is keeping up the steam with a fire new headlining performance at Red Bull BC One’s cypher event on Sept. 28 in Venice, California.

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Lauren London Admits She’s Still “A Mess” Over Nipsey Hussle’s Death While Discussing Her Grieving Process

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Lauren London says she’s still dealing with the death of her late partner, Nipsey Hussle, who was shot and killed outside of his store, Marathon Clothing, in 2019. She reflected on his tragic passing during an interview with Radhi Devlukia on the A Really Good Cry podcast, earlier this week.

“I still feel like a mess, that’s the thing,” she admitted, as caught by Billboard, “I guess I have to ask my friends how far I’ve come because I still genuinely feel like I have not arrived anywhere… I feel like I’m really heavy a lot, but again, I have to counter that to just, like, the grace of God, because if it was up to me, I would be sliding in here on my stomach, but I also don’t want to take away from the work that I’ve done from then until now. So, I don’t wanna do that, ’cause I’m good at doing that.” She added that her kids and her community have been an immense help. “God just placed people in my life that can kinda just usher me in and teach me and guide me. I always say the prayer of strangers held me up,” she said.

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Lauren London Speaks At Nipsey Hussle’s Hollywood Walk Of Fame Ceremony

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – AUGUST 15: Lauren London speaks onstage as Nipsey. Hussle is posthumously honored with a star on The Hollywood. Walk of Fame on August 15, 2022, in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Phillip Farone/Getty Images)

Together, London and Hussle shared one son and had children from previous relationships. Speaking about their grieving process with Devlukia, London explained that she’s been encouraging the family to express their emotions. “It’s so different with both of them, because one’s 14, the other one’s 7, so you know. I’m always, like, a container for whatever emotion they have,” she said on the show, “I’m just like, ‘It’s OK to feel all these things, you know? I’m holding it for you, I feel you, I understand, I hear you.’ But also, playing his music, I’m always telling them to journal as well, like, write him a letter, tell him how you feel.”

Lauren London Discusses Nipsey Hussle

Elsewhere during the interview, London revealed how the two met, reflected on the nature of their relationship, and more. Be on the lookout for further updates on Lauren London and Nipsey Hussle on HotNewHipHop.

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Diddy Greets Fans In NYC Amid Legal Issues: Watch

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It goes without saying that Diddy has a lot on his plate at the moment. Aside from being at the center of a federal human trafficking investigation, the Bad Boy Records founder is facing several lawsuits. Multiple people accuse him of sexual abuse, physical assault, and more. Amid all of this, he’s kept a fairly low profile, though he was recently spotted by a group of fans in New York City.

In a new clip, the fans are seen surrounding him, rushing to take photos with Diddy, asking questions about his ex Yung Miami, and more. He didn’t say much of anything, maintaining a neutral expression and flashing his signature “L” with his hand. It’s unclear what he was doing in NYC, but the clip surfaces shortly after he was hit with another lawsuit.

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Diddy Remains Silent As He’s Swarmed By Fans

Earlier this week, Dawn Richard sued him for alleged sexual and emotional abuse. She accuses him of belittling her, along with several other female Making The Band contestants. Richard also claims to have witnessed Diddy’s alleged abuse of Cassie on several occasions. His attorney has since released a statement in response to the allegations, denying any and all wrongdoing on his behalf.

“Mr. Combs is shocked and disappointed by this lawsuit. In an attempt to rewrite history, Dawn Richard has now manufactured a series of false claims all in the hopes of trying to get a pay day — conveniently timed to coincide with her album release and press tour,” the statement reads in part, according to TMZ. “It’s unfortunate that Ms. Richard has cast their 20-year friendship aside to try and get money from him, but Mr. Combs is confidently standing on truth and looks forward to proving that in court.” What do you think of Diddy getting swarmed by fans in New York City? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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SosMula Finally Delivers “SLEEZ RELIGION”

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SosMula has been working toward getting SLEEZ RELIGION out for quite some time and now it’s finally here. According to Genius, this project has been in the works since August 2022. However, it wasn’t until February of 2023 that things would really start to ramp up production wise for SosMula. That was when we would receive the title, we have in front of us today. However, perhaps due to the release of City Morgue’s final record My Bloody America in late 2023, SLEEZ RELIGION would be shelved for 2024.

That’s when SosMula and his team began to run into some issues with sample clearances and even UMG. Then, in June, he put out the lead single, “SLASHER (PT. 2)”, as well as a message to the fans wondering what’s been going on with the record. “Label gave me hard dates nothing is getting pushed bakk anymore. Btw I never pushed bakk music my self you gotta be [stupid] if Yu think I’m gate keeping my own s***”. Of course, that wouldn’t be last of the mixtape’s roadblocks, but now it’s here and after proclaiming that he “started a new genre”, we aren’t really hearing much of a differentiation from his previous work. However, there are some bangers throughout the massive 29-song tracklist, so shuffle through it and see what you like with the links below.

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SLEEZ RELIGION – SosMula

SLEEZ RELIGION Tracklist:

  1. SLEEZ RELIGION
  2. CONFESSIONARY
  3. SLEEZY BASTARD (SLASHER PT. 1)
  4. CANDY MAN (feat. Kim Dracula)
  5. DEATH DEALER PT. 1
  6. SHARK TEETH (DEATH DEALER PT. 2)
  7. SERGEANT SLAUGHTER
  8. FRED FLINSTONEZ
  9. PATCHED JEANS
  10. THY KOMMANDMENTZ
  11. DEAD PRESIDENTZ
  12. SEX PISTOL
  13. CYDEBORG
  14. PASSPORT TO MAGONIA
  15. KOMMIT UR LIFE
  16. SANTORINI N SPAIN
  17. BOOGIE MAN
  18. SLASHER – PT. 2
  19. SPRAIN-ANKLE
  20. SUPA-SAVAGE
  21. ASSAULT RIFLE FACIAL
  22. SONIC (feat. G Herbo)
  23. STRANGERZ IN BARCELONA
  24. RED GUTZ
  25. BURNING FLAGS
  26. LOST IN MAGONIA
  27. GRIMY-H*EZ (feat. Sematary)
  28. BERZERK-O
  29. IMMORTAL

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Playboi Carti Turns It “ALL RED” On Our New “Fire Emoji” Playlist Update: Stream

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We watched the party die this week, but that doesn’t mean we can’t enjoy the new releases hip-hop had for us. Moreover, our latest Fire Emoji playlist update is here to round up the best of the best that the genre offered. Leading the way is a self-birthday gift from Playboi Carti, “ALL RED.” It’s presumably the lead single to his highly anticipated upcoming album I AM MUSIC (or just MUSIC, apparently). Over a rage-ready F1LTHY beat, the Atlanta creative does his best Future impression according to many fans online, which may or may not be a deal-breaker for you. Still, it goes too hard to not shout it out for a try.

Elsewhere, we also got The Pre-Party on this Fire Emoji update, a two-pack of posthumous Juice WRLD singles ahead of a rumored album release. “Lightyears” with Young Thug is a mellow, emotive, and guitar-backed trap ballad that shows off their vocal chemistry and has a characteristically catchy chorus. On the other hand, “World Tour (Aquafina)” is a more lively cut that plays with the late Chicago icon’s earliest sonic explorations. Seeing this duality pop up again was a welcome treat.

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HNHH Fire Emoji Playlist: Stream

In addition, Fire Emoji also features Eminem’s deluxe version of The Death Of Slim Shady (Coup De Grâce), the Expanded Mourner’s Edition. The new addition on here (excluding previous digital exclusives) is the “Fuel” remix with Shady Records signees WESTSIDE BOOGIE and GRIP, plus a revamped Em verse. Another hot release this week was The Alchemist’s “Ferraris In The Rain” featuring ScHoolboy Q, which came with an album announcement. The legendary producer boasts his lyrical skills over a triumphant instrumental, bolstered by a short but sweet Q appearance.

Speaking of collaborations, Joey Bada$$ and Chlöe mellowed out on “TELL ME,” a sultry and woozy combination of rap and R&B. Finally, we wanted to highlight Ferg’s new single “Off White Rozay” for its peppy beat, charismatic performance, and frenetic energy. Check out our Fire Emoji playlist above and let us know in the comments section down below what your favorite release in this latest update was – as well as what else we missed this week. As always, come back to HNHH for the hottest new hip-hop around the clock.

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Kendrick Lamar’s ‘Not Like Us’ Video Reportedly Cost Compton Businesses Thousands In Lost Revenue, Which They Want The Rapper To Reimburse

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Kendrick Lamar has been a long victory lap since his win in the Drake beef. The “Meet The Grahams” rapper’s eye are set on New Orleans thanks to him securing the coveted Apple Music Super Bowl 2025 Halftime Show slot. However, business owners in Compton, California are urging him to handle a mess he supposedly made back home.

According to LA Times’ recent report, Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us” video cost several local staples, thousands in lost revenue.

Corina Pleasant of Alma’s Place a popular local establishment, told the outlet that on June 22 she noticed that business slowed down despite having an overflowing parking lot. Pleasant claims that the spectators gathered at the strip mall and nearby courthouse to watch the video being film, which took away slot for potential patrons.

Due to the pandemonium, several business owners argue that they were “forced to shut down operations.” Despite temporarily closing their doors, they were still required to pay staff for their unprofitable shifts. Now, they are requesting that Kendrick Lamar, his production company Pglang, or the city of Compton reimburse them for the day, which they say could’ve been avoided if city officials provided them with advance notice about the music video shoot.

Fyre Festival Organizer Wants 50 Cent To Replace Ja Rule For Second Iteration

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If you hadn’t already heard, Fyre Festival 2 is allegedly taking place next year, and already has some big developments underway. Moreover, TMZ recently caught up with the festival’s organizer Billy McFarland over the weekend and asked him about the supposed follow-up to the disastrous first iteration that landed him in prison. He says that this next festival will fully live up to the first’s promises, and he apparently has hard dates already lined up for April 25 of next year in Mexico. However, the most important and interesting part of McFarland’s new statement (which you can check out by clicking the “Via” link below) came later… That is, if you’re a fan of hip-hop and rap beef.

Billy McFarland asked 50 Cent to replace his former Fyre Festival partner Ja Rule to spruce up the entertainment department. Apparently, live music will be but a small part of this second iteration, amid other luxuries like scuba diving. In addition, he also claimed that 3,000 people already signed up to stay at the island they rented. But McFarland’s words are particularly curious because of Fif and Ja’s long-running feud, and because of his own issues with the latter.

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Billy McFarland & Ja Rule In 2014

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MONTAUK, NY – JULY 26: Aisha Atkins, Ja Rule and Billy McFarland attend Magnises Summer Bash at Gurney’s Inn on July 26, 2014 in Montauk, NY. (Photo by Patrick McMullan/Patrick McMullan via Getty Images)

For those unaware, the last update in Billy McFarland and Ja Rule’s dispute over who messed Fyre Festival up was the former’s boxing challenge to the latter. Here’s how he proposed it: someone was willing to pay $350,000 to see the two battle for 15 minutes, and all that money would go to all the employees that didn’t receive payment for their work during the festival. Maybe 50 Cent is the one willing to cough up some cash to try to embarrass his sworn rival some more…

As for 50 Cent and Ja Rule… Do you really need an explanation or update? They are always clowning each other and mocking each other online, whether it’s for sports teams losses or other hip-hop fare. If the G-Unit mogul were to participate in Fyre Festival 2, that would be a pretty big slap in the face to his Murder Inc. nemesis. But then again, they’re used to those jabs…

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