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Dr. Dre Reveals He Suffered Three Strokes Following 2021 Brain Aneurysm

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Back in 2021, Dr. Dre woke up with “the worst pain” behind one of his ears, which he admits he initially brushed off. As his day went on, however, his son and a friend urged him to seek medical attention. Eventually, he went to the hospital, where he was told that his condition was “serious.” During a recent appearance on SiriusXM’s This Life of Mine with James Corden, the Grammy-winner reflected on the frightening experience of learning that he had suffered a brain aneurysm. He also revealed that during his hospitalization, he suffered three strokes.

“I got up and went about my day, and I thought I could lay down and take a nap,” he explained. “My son and a female friend were like ‘No, we need to take you to the hospital. Next thing you know, I’m blacking out, I’m in and out of consciousness and I end up in the ICU. I was there for two weeks. I’m hearing doctors come in, ‘You don’t know how lucky you are.’ I asked questions about what I could’ve done to prevent this.”

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Dr. Dre Opens Up About Health Scare

Dr. Dre Reveals He Suffered Three Strokes Following 2021 Brain Aneurysm
Dr. Dre and James Corden appear on SiriusXM’s ‘This Life of Mine with James Corden’ at SiriusXM Studios on February 06, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Emma McIntyre/Getty Images for SiriusXM)

“Nobody could give me an answer,” Dr. Dre continued. “I had no idea that I had high blood pressure or anything like that because I’m on my health sh*t. I’m lifting weights, I’m running, I’m doing everything I can to keep myself healthy.” He added that he isn’t sure whether or not the experience made a “significant change” to his life. He does say, however, that a scare like that “definitely makes you appreciate being alive.”

“It’s cr*zy, so now knowing that I had no control over that. It’s just something that could happen out of the blue,” he described. “You wake up and you go, ‘Sh*t. OK, I’m here.’” What do you think of Dr. Dre revealing that he suffered three strokes following his 2021 brain aneurysm? Are you glad the hitmaker is doing better these days? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below, and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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Speaker Knockerz & His Team Put Out Collection Of Unreleased Beats On “The Goat”

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Hip-hop fans will be the first to tell you how much Speaker Knockerz meant to the community. He was cooking up so many bangers during the 2010s. It was a truly special thing to see unfold with songs like “Lonely,” “Money,” “Dap You Up,” “Erica Kane,” and more. Unfortunately, we tragically lost the Auto-tuned hitmaker back on March 6, 2014. His voice will always be remembered, and we continue to send our condolences to his family and friends. This weekend, Speaker Knockerz fans can celebrate his legacy once more by checking out The Goat.

This is the first posthumous release for him since 2016’s Flight Delayed. That record included rapping performances across the board. So, it might be a little unfortunate for some to know that The Goat is nothing but instrumentals. When fans reacted to this news a couple of days ago on X, they had all sorts of viewpoints.

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Listen To The Goat By Speaker Knockerz

Some were disappointed in Speaker’s estate for taking advantage of his name all these years after the fact. Others were concerned about the controversial AI technology being used to replicate his standout voice. Furthermore, there were a few who were genuinely excited. Arguably, dropping nine unreleased beats by Speaker Knockerz may have been the smartest decision if his estate was dead set on releasing something. If you want to continue the debate, you can head down to the comments section and let us know your opinions.

What are your thoughts on this brand-new album, The Goat, by Speaker Knockerz? What instrumentals are you gravitating toward right now and why? Do you have a favorite one at the moment? Was this a missed opportunity to not include any posthumous rapping tracks, why or why not? How do you think his career would have played out? We would like to hear what you have to say, so be sure to leave your takes in the comments section. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest news surrounding Speaker Knockerz. Finally, stay with us for the most informative project posts throughout the week.

The Goat Tracklist:

  1. The Goat
  2. Band & Racks
  3. Camaro Rollin’
  4. Never Trust a H*e
  5. Shake It Shawty
  6. Get It Poppin’
  7. Cell Phone Tap
  8. Trappin’ in J’s
  9. Young Bull Wild

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‘The Equalizer’ Mike Epps Guest Stars in Reunion With Queen Latifah

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‘The Equalizer’ Mike Epps Guest Stars in Reunion With Queen Latifah

Mike Epps is teaming up with Queen Latifah to solve a case on the upcoming March 17 episode of The Equalizer. Here’s the rundown: Epps plays J.J., a man who Shadow and Act report is “recovering from his gambling addiction” in the episode entitled ‘All Bets Are Off.’ Even though he’s playing a degenerate gambler, his experiences are what Queen Latifah’s McCall character requires to solve a particular case. This comes as a reunion for both Epps and Latifah since they both starred together in Bessie for HBO. Here’s more insight on the episode from the official synopsis:

“After Dante’s old training partner is taken hostage while working undercover in an illegal casino, McCall hires J.J., a former gambling addict (guest star Mike Epps) to assist with the mission. Meanwhile, Dee joins a peer counseling group, and learns that some students have been bullying her on a social media page.”

So, if you’re a fan of The Equalizer, the procedural show was renewed for Seasons 3 and 4 in 2022. That pretty much means it’s a hit these days. At the time, CBS Entertainment’s senior executive vice president of programming, Thom Sherman, said, “The success of The Equalizer is due to the sum of its parts–an outstanding cast led by the superb Queen Latifah, plus the exceptional creative team that has continued to evolve their storytelling with a compelling mix of everyday justice, family dynamics and real-world issues that connect and resonate with audiences,” he said in the statement.

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Flo Milli Drops Highly-Anticipated Album ‘FINE HO, STAY’

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Flo Milli Drops Highly-Anticipated Album 'FINE HO, STAY'

Alabama’s rap sensation Flo Milli has released her second studio album, FINE HO, STAY, via RCA Records. The 14-track project showcases Milli’s versatility, blending R&B and pop influences while maintaining her signature hard-hitting bars.

“‘Fine Ho, Stay’ is the end of a trilogy,” Flo Mill said of the album. “I have been locked in working on my album for so long and my only goal was to deliver my best work to my fans and continue to grow as an artist. Had to get the girls together for the ‘Never Lose Me’ remix. Mobile is up right now, Ho!  I’m not stopping Flo Milli SHIT.”

The album includes the hit single “Never Lose Me,” along with a remix featuring SZA and Cardi B. Collaborations with Monaleo, Anycia, and Gunna add depth to the album, as does the production work of Mike WiLL Made-It, Cardo Got Wings, and ATL Jacob, among others.

Skane Dolla, SVP of A&R at RCA Records shares, “I’m excited for the world to experience Flo’s versatility on the project. Proud to be a part of her growth from the start. Thanks to Peter, John, Mark, Jonathan, George, Tati, Amanda and the amazing RCA staff, Ebonie Ward and the 11th & Co team.” 

2024 has already proven to be a monumental year for Flo Milli, with her original version of “Never Lose Me” achieving Platinum status and soaring to the top of the charts. The track’s success on TikTok and streaming platforms like Spotify further solidifies Milli’s rising star status in the rap scene.

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Gunna Releases New Track “Prada Dem” Featuring Offset, Drops Visual Shot at Iconic Prada Store

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Gunna Releases New Track "Prada Dem" Featuring Offset

Four-time GRAMMY® Award-nominated rap sensation Gunna has unveiled his latest track, “Prada Dem,” featuring Offset, through YSL/300 Entertainment. Directed by Leff, the accompanying visual was prominently filmed at the iconic Broadway Prada store in New York.

Following the success of his chart-topping fourth studio album, a Gift & a Curse, Gunna recently dropped his first single, “Bittersweet,” signaling his return to the music scene. In addition, Gunna has announced The Bittersweet Tour, featuring special guest Flo Milli across all 16 tour dates. Produced by Live Nation, the tour kicks off on Saturday, May 4, in Columbus at Schottenstein Center, traversing cities such as Chicago, Seattle, San Francisco, Houston, and Miami before concluding with a hometown performance in Atlanta at State Farm Arena.

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YG Brings Saweetie To Rolling Loud L.A., Couple Shuts Down Breakup Rumors

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YG and Saweetie are apparently still going strong, as the former brought the latter out during his Rolling Loud performance in Los Angeles on Friday (March 15). Moreover, rumors and reports previously indicated that the two went their separate ways in early January, but their onstage PDA suggests that they either changed their minds or never broke up in the first place. “I love you girl,” the Cali rapper told his fellow Cali rapper as she made her way offstage following their steamy interlude. The two have been together since around May of 2023, and with their anniversary coming up, maybe their bond will feel stronger than ever.

However, we can’t say that this reunion is all that surprising, considering that fans were already starting to put two and two together. For example, Saweetie’s recent Instagram post from back in February had fans thinking that she hadn’t broken up with YG yet. Not only that, but news of their split was coming from other sources and reports that weren’t either of the MCs directly. As such, there were plenty of reasons to wait and see what they did, and we’re glad we waited to get this Rolling Loud guest slot.

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Saweetie & YG At Rolling Loud L.A. 2024: Watch

Elsewhere, both artists are celebrating a lot these days and basking in their success and acclaim. For Saweetie, this recently manifested in a new single “Richtivities,” a stunning appearance at the Vanity Fair Oscars afterparty, and an alleged incident with Cardi B at this event. This is just more hearsay and gossip, but one that’s also based on fan interpretation of the Bronx rapper’s recount. Perhaps we’ll never know if they really ran into each other here.

Meanwhile, the Still Brazy spitter was one of many guests on Ye and Ty Dolla $ign’s VULTURES 1. Their collab “DO IT” is among the more fun and bouncy cuts on the record, even if its second half is pretty much just “Back That Azz Up.” But can’t we all revisit what we love? Seems like this couple took a cue from those sessions. Fo more news and the latest updates on YG and Saweetie, come back to HNHH.

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Rubi Rose Poses In Kanye West “WET” T-Shirt

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Rubi Rose’s latest photo dump saw her don the Kanye West “wet” t-shirt. Sporting a top knot, Rose paired the top with a black thong as she treated fans to a variety of poses. The comments were filled with Rose’s simps. People proudly announcing they were “drained for the day” and saying they “bit their phone”. Are you a Rose fan? Let us know in the comments.

Of course, scandalous pictures of Rose are nothing new. She kicked off the year with a photo dump that had fans licking their lips. Rose got mouthy in the set, licking a mirror and posing in a casual tank top and booty shorts. Many of the comments expressed their desire to be the mirror she was licking. Last week, Rose proclaimed herself to be “that girl” in new photos, showing the social media star posing in a crop top and a tiny mini-skirt. Rose took things a step further in an additional photo, bending over a sink to adjust her makeup, giving her fans a little booty tease in the process.

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Rubi Rose Globe-Trotting Selfie Grounded By Barbz Wrath

However, not every Rose photo set goes over well. A selfie taken in Japan was inundated by hate from the Barbz. This was due to Rose seemingly siding with Megan Thee Stallion in her beef with Nicki Minaj. Rose allegedly called Minaj “evil” in a video from her Japan trip.

“Watch yo mouth when it comes to Nicki you so scary you couldn’t even post it on yo real page mamas,” one person warned. “Your music is doing terrible yet somehow you’re calling Nicki washed up 😂😂😂😂😂. How many billboard entries you got?” challenged another. “Now what was said in the CF 💅🏾. You ain’t even subscription worthy don’t make us have to cancel you before you even get anywhere…..,” fired off a third.

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Emma Hayes Apologizes For Calling Teammate Relationships “Inappropriate”

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Incoming USWNT manager Emma Hayes has apologized for calling relationships between teammates “inappropriate”. “I want to be clear to everybody in the room, I don’t want to create any more clickbait headlines for you guys. I think sometimes that becomes the case when we have honest conversations about things. Of course, I’m disappointed about that. Of course, Jess and I have had a conversation today as I have with other players in the team. They know exactly who I am and what my intentions were. But I have to expect that — I’m supposed to be the most well-trained, non-clickbait coach and I let myself down yesterday. I didn’t think it was right for me to use the term ‘inappropriate’ for the players,” Hayes said.

Hayes had called teammate relationships “inappropriate” while responding to a question about player-coach relationships. However, despite the subsequent “clickbait headlines” it spawned, her stance was rooted in nothing but team cohesion. One player’s in the team, one’s not in the team. One might be in the last year of their contract, one might not be. We all know, those of us that have been in the women’s game for a long period of time, those things have been happening in dressing rooms. Longer term, it would be ideal [to get to a place] where you don’t have to deal with that. We’re dealing with human beings. We do talk about it internally,” Hayes reasoned.

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USWNT Drops To Lowest-Ever World Ranking

Elsewhere, Hayes – who will take over the US National Team in June – will inherit a USWNT squad that just fell to its lowest-ever world ranking. Despite winning the inaugural Women’s Gold Cup. The US won the tournament with a 1-0 victory over Brazil. However, the team’s 2-0 loss to Mexico in the group stage is believed to be what caused their drop in the rankings. The USWNT is now fourth behind Spain, England, and France.

Prior to the loss to Mexico, the USWNT were 40-1 against their southern neighbor. The previous sole loss came in 2010. Furthermore, the two goals they conceded to Mexico were the first goals the US had conceded to a CONCACAF opponent in 33 matches. “I think it just shows how far the game is coming and there’s no easy games anymore. And if we don’t take care of business and we don’t execute, this is to be expected,” interim head coach Twila Kilgore said after the loss.

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Ski Mask The Slump God Drops His First Solo Single In Nearly 2 Years With “Shibuya”

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Ski Mask The Slump God has always been a fun, experimental, and hilarious figure in hip-hop. He is immensely talented and is someone you can count for some speedy flows and creative bars. There are not too many rappers like him, but unfortunately for fans, he just does not drop much. However, with Ski Mask’s new single “Shibuya,” hopefully this a sign that he is ready to release more material.

This in the Florida native’s first solo single since October 2022 with “OOGA BOOGA!” On that track Ski Mask sports an easy-going flow over a bouncy beat. Rumors had it that this was going to be a single for his eagerly-awaited sophomore album 11th Dimension. His debut, STOKELEY, dropped all the way back on November 30, 2018.

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Listen To “Shibuya” By Ski Mask The Slump God

In fact, it was also a major possibility that Ski Mask would put out the record in November 2022. However, that obviously did not happen. The last update, outside of “Shibuya,” would come in November 2023 on X. “11th Dimension
The Album Coming So Soon,” according to Genius. Now with this new single, there is some talk we could get the album this month, but our confidence levels are low. As for “Shibuya,” Ski Mask is rocking a more laid-back and melodic flow, over a rage-esque beat with some killer synths. In typical quirky fashion, there are some Super Mario Bros. coin collecting sound effects for some extra character.

What are your thoughts on this brand-new single, “Shibuya,” by Ski Mask The Slump God? Is this one of his strongest tracks in recent memory, why or why not? What is your favorite element of the song and why? Does this get you excited for his upcoming album, 11th Dimension? We would like to hear what you have to say, so be sure to leave your takes in the comments section. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest news surrounding Ski Mask The Slump God. Finally, stay with us for everything the most informative song posts throughout the week.

Quotable Lyrics:

These n****s bе on treason, I swear that they switch
I just needed a reason, already dug his ditch (Yuh)
They say I’m on fire like a nineteenth-century witch
No snow when I blow up the wire, they think I’m 50 Cent, uh
I’ve been hittin’ stains, vool, you too?
Let’s be Bonnie, Clyde, f*** ya sayin’?

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