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Rich Homie Quan Is Reportedly Dead At 34 Years Old

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Atlanta rapper Rich Homie Quan (real name Dequantes Devontay Lamar) reportedly died today (September 5) at 34 years old.

TMZ reports that per Quan’s family and “a rep for the Fulton County morgue,” the rapper died in his Atlanta home. The cause of death has yet to be revealed.

Quan first emerged with his 2013 favorite “Type Of Way.” His biggest solo hit was 2015’s “Flex (Ooh, Ooh, Ooh),” a 3-times platinum single that managed a peak at No. 26 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and currently has over 300 million streams on Spotify. He released his debut and only album, Rich As In Spirit, in 2018. His most recent release is the 2022 EP Family & Mula.

He was also part of the Cash Money Records collective Rich Gang alongside Young Thug, and the two had a top-20 hit with “Lifestyle.” Quan also featured on YG’s “My N****” with Jeezy, and that was another top-20 single.

Former collaborator Jacquees mourned Quan’s passing online, writing on X (formerly Twitter), “Rest in Peace my brother Rich Homie Quan. I love you for Life.” Boosie also wrote in a pair of tweets, “JUST TALKED TO YOU BRA #tipQUAN Never go forget yo smile n the way talked n of course yo music. WE GOT SOME GOOD ASS MEMORIES TOGETHER N THAT GO ALWAYS BRING A SMILE TO MY FACE #restupquan WE WAS COOKING UP SOME SH*T TOO.”

Rich Homie Quan’s Peers Pay Tribute After His Unexpected Death

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Earlier today, rumors that Rich Homie Quan passed away at the age of 34 began spreading on Twitter/X like wildfire. Many fans were in disbelief, and holding out hope that the rumors weren’t true. Unfortunately, the rapper’s death was later confirmed by his family as well as a rep for the Fulton County morgue, according to TMZ. For the time being, his cause of death has yet to be revealed.

The tragic news has social media users in shambles, as it took most by complete surprise. Just this week, the artist was shutting down claims Lil Woody made during the YSL RICO trial and eliciting laughter in the courtroom. Now, countless supporters and fellow artists are commenting on the performer’s unexpected death.

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Rich Homie Quan Dies At 34

“JUST GOT WORD @RichHomieQuan JUST OD JUST TALK TO WUAN THE OTHER DAY #gomissun***a,” Boosie Badazz wrote today. “JUST TALKED TO YOU BRA #tipQUAN Never go forget yo smile n the way talked n of course yo music… WE GOT SOME GOOD A** MEMORIES TOGETHER N THAT GO ALWAYS BRING A SMILE TO MY FACE #restupquan WE WAS COOKING UP SOME SH*T TOO.” Jacquees also took to Twitter to react to the heartbreaking news about his former collaborator.

“Rest in Peace my brother Rich Homie Quan. I love you for Life. #Richgang,” he said, posting an old photo of the two of them together. Playboi Carti also took to his Instagram Story recently to share footage of the late artist alongside Young Thug. Clearly, he will be missed by many and remembered fondly.

Artists Pay Tribute To Rich Homie Quan Amid News Of His Death

Our thoughts are with his loved ones as they navigate this difficult time. What do you think of various artists paying tribute to Rich Homie Quan amid news of his passing? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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Lil Woody Pays Tribute To Rich Homie Quan Amid News Of His Passing

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The hip-hop world is currently reeling from the sudden, shocking, and still alleged loss of Rich Homie Quan at 34 years old, which remains a mystery at press time. As such, we encourage our readers to take these news items with a grain of salt, as we still have little indication of this story’s veracity, the circumstances behind his alleged death, and more. Regardless, Lil Woody has responded to the rapper’s passing, posting an Instagram Story featuring a picture of RHQ with former frequent collaborator Young Thug. “RIP,” he wrote. “I hate this happen I pray that God protect thug and them from this country.”

Previously, Lil Woody and Rich Homie Quan actually had differing stories about an alleged shooting, something that briefly came up in the ongoing YSL RICO trial. But the former joins a lot of other rappers, media figures, celebrities, and loved ones that are paying tribute to RHQ right now. The Atlanta rapper became one of the city’s most beloved and prolific artists over the past decade-plus, forming part of many iconic hits and moments throughout the 2010s and beyond. His legacy will forever endure.

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Lil Woody’s Tribute To Rich Homie Quan

Elsewhere, Lil Woody knows quite well that his social media account is more popular than ever. This was all bolstered by his role in the YSL RICO trial, which means that a lot of people aren’t a fan of this huge spike in engagement. Nevertheless, we know that this tribute to Rich Homie Quan will reach a lot of people, and that is a much more important sentiment to spread than your own success. This is still a very early story in development, so we’ll see what else we learn in the near future.

Meanwhile, as we wait for more confirmation and official sourcing for this tragic news, we invite you to revisit some of Rich Homie Quan’s work. Most recently, he released a new collab with fellow Atlanta superstar 2 Chainz in the form of “Ah’Chi.” Once again, take all these reports with a grain of salt and await further illumination. But it seems like the hip-hop world lost another colleague this week, and for that, it’s coming together to pay their respects.

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Kobe Bryant x Nike Air Force 1 Low Surfaces Online: New Images

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The Kobe Bryant x Nike Air Force 1 Low is a tribute to one of basketball’s greatest icons. This upcoming release features a clean white color scheme, paying homage to Kobe’s legacy both on and off the court. Yellow and purple details add a nod to his time with the Los Angeles Lakers, where he won five NBA championships. Kobe’s partnership with Nike has produced some of the most iconic basketball shoes. His influence transcended the game, and his sneakers became a symbol of his work ethic and dedication.

The Air Force 1 Low, known for its timeless design, gets a special treatment in this collaboration, celebrating Kobe’s lasting impact on basketball and sneaker culture. The yellow and purple accents on this model tie back to Kobe’s Lakers legacy, creating a visual connection to his storied career. Fans will love the subtle yet powerful details, making this release not only a stylish sneaker but also a meaningful tribute. For Kobe fans, this Nike Air Force 1 Low offers a unique way to remember his greatness. The combination of classic design and Lakers-inspired color details makes this sneaker a must-have, honoring the Mamba’s influence on basketball and beyond.

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Nike Air Force 1 Low x Kobe Bryant

The sneakers feature a yellow rubber sole and a sleek white midsole. Also, yellow “AIR” branding can be found on the midsole, near the heel. Further, the uppers are constructed of white leather and the Nike Swoosh is vibrant yellow, outlined in purple. Finally, white laces and yellow/purple Nike branding on the tongues and heels complete these sneakers. Also, Kobe’s mamba logo is imprinted on the sides, near the heels.

Sneaker Bar Detroit reports that the Kobe Bryant x Nike Air Force 1 Low is going to drop later this holiday season. Also, the retail price is expected to be $145 when they release. Let us know what you think of this sneaker, in the comments section below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the sneaker world. We will be sure to bring you the biggest releases from the biggest brands.

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Kendrick Lamar Fans Eviscerate Billboard For Not Crowning “Not Like Us” As “Song Of The Summer”

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Once again, hip-hop fans are complaining about other publications and media companies passing judgement on the genre’s offerings. However, this time around, we’re sure that there’s a specific set of rap die-hards in support of a particular Canadian superstar that aren’t complaining. Moreover, Kendrick Lamar fans are outraged at how Billboard did not rank the Drake diss “Not Like Us” as “the song of the summer” for 2024. Instead, the outlet gave the crown to Post Malone and Morgan Wallen’s “I Had Some Help.” However, Billboard does have a metric and an explanation that details how they arrived at this conclusion.

According to the publication, “the 20-position Songs of the Summer running tally tracks the most popular titles based on cumulative performance on the weekly streaming-, airplay- and sales-based Billboard Hot 100 chart from Memorial Day through Labor Day (this year encompassing charts dated June 8 through Sept. 7).” As such, the early May release of Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us” is probably what impacted these numbers. Still, for the wider hip-hop, music, and pop culture spheres, you can’t deny that there wasn’t a more inescapable and moment-creating track that dominated the summer.

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Kendrick Lamar Did Not Have The “Song Of The Summer,” According To Billboard

Maybe we’re not giving Sabrina Carpenter and others their due flowers, but it’s hard to deny the sheer scale and impact of the Kendrick Lamar and Drake battle in the summer of 2024. We’re still seeing developments in this area, such as the Toronto lyricist’s new music releases and the promise of a “Game 2” on his behalf. But when it comes to K.Dot, we really have no idea what he’ll do next apart from a few speculative theories and hints from his camp here and there. Will the robbed song of the summer become song of the year if this beef rages on?

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Nevertheless, we have to acknowledge how ridiculous it is that folks even care about what Billboard has to say about Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us.” Even if the summer is wrapping up, this battle definitely has more legs. Some of it is reflective, like Adam22 thinking that the Compton MC should support his colleagues more. But as for what the future holds as the epilogue to this story, all we can do is excitedly wait.

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Fivio Foreign Has An Interesting Theory As To Why People Hate Ice Spice

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Ice Spice is definitely one of the most divisive rappers today, whether it’s for her music or for her criticized career moves. But Fivio Foreign thinks that there’s a particularly enlightening gender dynamic at play when it comes to her female haters. “B***hes hate Spice cuz n***as love spice,” he tweeted on Wednesday night (September 5). Sadly for the Bronx femcee, we’re currently seeing a pretty intense and combative example of this. Cleotrapa claimed that she’s mistreated her a lot while on tour, and her allegations elicited some fan concern over this alleged behavior and around some other past controversies.

However, not everyone is on board the Ice Spice hate train… At least, for this reason. “She don’t have no say over nothing,” Joe Budden recently theorized on his podcast. “She has not sold enough records to be in this position and on tour, every single dollar is accounted for months before we went on tour. I know exactly how much each of these rooms are gonna cost. I know exactly how much the gas is gonna cost. We can’t afford another bus but we got another bus. Okay let’s bring some other people, but those people are for free. There’s no budget. Every single dollar is accounted for.”

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Fivio Foreign’s Thoughts On Ice Spice

Still, other negative perceptions of Ice Spice are more light and understandable, such as Latto’s slight beef with her. ” “I don’t got a problem with nobody ’cause beef is a different thing, you feel me?” she told 2 Chainz and his son Halo on their podcast, speaking on their mostly competitive and non-serious rap rivalry. “That’s a whole different type of conversation. I ain’t got no beef with nobody, I don’t got a problem with nobody for real. *laughs* I ain’t got no problem with nobody for real, for real, it ain’t like that.”

Meanwhile, apart from Ice Spice, Fivio Foreign also made a questionable reference to Rick Ross recently, which had fans thinking that it could’ve been a diss. But it turns out that this speculation didn’t go anywhere. Regardless, Fivio’s assessment isn’t the most misleading thing in the world when it comes to the “Princess Diana” hitmaker. While it’s definitely one explanation for a lot of backlash around her, it’s also not the definitive answer.

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Eastside Golf x Nike Golf Collection Coming Soon: New Images Revealed

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The Eastside Golf x Nike Golf Collection introduces two standout models: the Nike Air Max 1 86 OG Golf and the Nike Air Zoom Victory Tour 3. Both shoes come in a crisp all-white color scheme, offering a fresh and clean look. Customizable Swooshes let wearers add a personal touch, making these sneakers versatile and unique to each golfer’s style.

Eastside Golf continues to merge streetwear and golf culture in this collection, pushing boundaries and elevating the sport’s fashion game. With premium materials and minimalist design elements, the collaboration offers both style and performance. This collection is perfect for players who appreciate functionality without sacrificing a fashionable edge on the course.

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Eastside Golf x Nike Air Max 1 86 OG Golf

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The sneakers feature a translucent rubber sole and a clean white midsole with an exposed air bubble. The upper features a white base with white overlays. The Nike Swoosh is gold. Each pair comes with six Swoosh colors that you can attach to the gold eyelets on the sides. Golfing branding is on the tongues and heels.

Eastside Golf x Nike Air Zoom Victory Tour 3

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The pair features golfing spikes for maximum traction and a multi-colored midsole. The uppers are comprised of a white leather base, with a black Swoosh on the sides. As with the Air Max 1, each pair comes with six Swoosh colors that you can attach to the gold eyelets on the sides.

Sneaker Bar Detroit reports that the Eastside Golf x Nike Golf Collection is going to drop on Ocober 7th. Also, the retail price of the sneakers will be $180 for the Nike Air Max 1 86 OG Golf and $210 for the Nike Air Zoom Victory Tour 3. Let us know what you think of this sneaker, in the comments section below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the sneaker world. We will be sure to bring you the biggest releases from the biggest brands.

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