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Moneybagg Yo Throws Shade At Ari Fletcher’s Ceiling Challenge: “Don’t Get F**ked Up”

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It’s no secret that the “ceiling challenge,” has taken over social media by a storm. The challenge consists of people taping their phone to the ceiling, while J.I.D.’s song “Surround Sound” plays in the background, and the person dances to it while the phone is showing the above-ground view. Ari Fletcher is the latest celeb wanting to take part in the action. In the world of hip-hop power couples, Moneybagg Yo and Ari Fletcher have never been ones to shy away from the spotlight. However, a recent comment from Moneybagg Yo during Ari’s Instagram Live has fans buzzing.

Ari Fletcher, known for her unapologetic attitude, recently teased that she would be taking part of the viral “ceiling challenge” on Instagram Live. As she posted a pic of herself taping her phone to the ceiling, social media couldn’t wait to see the final result. Earlier, she went on IG live and the song was playing in the background. She further teased the content, saying “this the song right?” asking her audience. Moneybagg Yo couldn’t help but watch her on live to see what she was going to do. He couldn’t resist chiming in with a comment that raised eyebrows.

Read More: J.I.D Brings “Surround Sound” & “Dance Now” To The 2022 MTV VMAs Stage: Video

Moneybagg Yo Chimes In

However, Moneybagg Yo had different opinions about his girl dancing on camera for the internet. “Don’t get f**ked up,” Moneybagg Yo commented while she was on the live. The ceiling challenge has become a social media sensation, with users showcasing their dance skills while twerking usually, and recording from a ceiling’s angle. Ari Fletcher’s take on the challenge was no exception, as fans were likely excited to see her twerk. But it seems Moneybagg Yo’s comment has added a layer of hesitation, as her challenge video still hasn’t been posted. “Y’all lmk when she post it so I can block her off my man phone,” one person playfully joked in the comments.

Moneybagg Yo and Ari Fletcher have been a fixture in hip-hop headlines, sharing their relationship with the world through social media and public appearances. Keep your eyes on HotNewHipHop for the latest updates on this intriguing story. And stay tuned to see if Ari Fletcher ever drops her ceiling challenge. Have you made a vid to the viral song yet? Let us know on HNHH!

Read More: J.I.D, 21 Savage, And Baby Tate’s “Surround Sound” Goes Platinum

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J.I.D Believes Fans “Don’t Really Care” About Lyricists, Only “Microwave” Rap

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His carefully crafted bars have made J.I.D a standout among his Rap peers, but he doesn’t believe lyricism holds the same weight as it once did. Debates regarding lyricism run rampant through Hip Hop as artists argue about it being respected in the culture. We’ve seen people take digs at “Mumble Rap” while others dismiss “conscious rappers” who pen witty rhymes. J.I.D shared his thoughts while chatting with the Throwing Fits podcast, and according to him, Hip Hop isn’t concerned with lyricists. His most recent album, The Forever Story, was praised for poetic stylings that not every artist can master.

The group was discussing wordplay when the Rap star chimed in. “I got a weird theory about how music is right now. In the blog era with those superstars like Drake. They came up in the blog era, and they came up in a time [when] you ain’t see anybody rapping like that. They weren’t like, it wasn’t too much—it was a first-time thing. Now, it’s so much of fast food and microwave. Everything is really quick. So, it’s not really like, rap.” He isn’t alone; Hip Hop fans often take to social media to complain about the quick-moving cycle of music. Veteran artists also recognize the industry has shifted and have voiced concerns.

J.I.D & His “Weird Theory”

“People don’t really care about it as much,” J.I.D continued. “Even as it’s grown in popularity. It’s moving super fast and I don’t think people really care about—I think it’s more about being viral or being the first to get…I don’t know. I got a weird theory about it, though.” On the other side of things, artists now have to combat the reputation of only being seen as TikTok or social media stars. Before working with them, the industry hunts for entertainers with an established social media presence. However, internet visibility can also hinder a budding star. Not everyone can transition from social media personality, and the method of grabbing talent from online spaces has been widely criticized.

It will be interesting to see how Hip Hop evolves in the future. We’re celebrating 50 years of the genre in 2023, and generations of rappers are joining to discuss the culture’s ebbs and flows. Check out more from J.I.D’s conversation on the Throwing Fits podcast above.

J.I.D Reveals He ‘Tweaked Out’ When JAY-Z Told Him He Liked His Album

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J.I.D Reveals He 'Tweaked Out' When JAY-Z Told Him He Liked His Album

J.I.D met Hov while he was fittingly off the D’USSE. Appearing on the Throwing Fits podcast, the Dreamville rapper detailed what it was like when he first met JAY-Z.

J.I.D revealed that he won’t try to keep his cool when he meets people that he is a big fan of.

“I tweaked out when I met JAY-Z,” J.I.D opened. The host joked that it was a good thing that he wasn’t lit off D’USSE, only for the rapper to confirm he was.

“I met him a couple years ago, he said what’s up, that was calm. But this time when I met him, he was like, ‘yo congrats on the album. I really f— with it.’”

J.I.D said his mind then started to race, but he could only get out a “thank you.”

You can hear it all below.

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What Is Smino’s Setlist Of Songs For The ‘Luv Is 4Ever’ Tour?

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Smino is currently out on the road playing shows on his Luv Is 4Ever Tour alongside JID. Both unveiled new material last year, with Smino’s album Luv 4 Rent and JID’s EP The Forever Story. Opening for them are emerging artists SwaVay and Jordan Ward.

While JID’s setlist for the gigs is widespread, Smino’s can be found through resourceful playlists on streaming apps like Tidal and Spotify. They show the rapper opening with “Klink” and closing with “No L’s”; it’s heavy with new tracks, but still has classics.

Check out the full setlist below, and find the rest of the tour dates underneath.

1. “Klink”
2. “Curtains”
3. “Flea Flicka”
4. “Rice & Gravy”
5. “Spinz”
6. “Z4L” feat. Bari & Jay2
7. “90 Proof” feat. J. Cole
8. “Blu Billy”
9. Tequila Mockingbird”
10. “Matinee”
11. “Netflix & Dusse”
12. “Defibrillator”
13. “Louphoria” feat. Cruza
14. “Pro Freak” feat. Doechii & Fatman Scoop
15. “Pizano”
16. “No L’s”

02/02/2023 — San Diego, CA @ SOMA San Diego
02/03/2023 — Phoenix, AZ @ The Van Buren
02/08/2023 — Salt Lake City, UT @ The Complex
02/10/2023 — Denver, CO @ The Mission Ballroom
02/13/2023 — Dallas, TX @ South Side Ballroom
02/14/2023 — Austin, TX @ Stubb’s Waller Creek Amphitheater
02/15/2023 — San Antonio, TX @ Aztec Theatre
02/16/2023 — Houston, TX @ Bayou Music Center
02/18/2023 — Atlanta, GA @ Coca-Cola Roxy
02/21/2023 — St. Petersburg, FL @ Jannus Live
02/22/2023 — Miami, FL @ Oasis Wynwood
02/24/2023 — Charlotte, NC @ The Fillmore Charlotte
02/26/2023 — Silver Spring, MD @ The Fillmore Silver Spring
03/01/2023 — Philadelphia, PA @ The Fillmore Philadelphia
03/03/2023 — New York, NY @ Terminal 5
03/07/2023 — Wallingford, CT @ Dome at Toyota Oakdale Theatre
03/09/2023 — Boston, MA @ House of Blues Boston
03/12/2023 — Montreal, QC @ MTELUS
03/15/2023 — Toronto, ON @ HISTORY
03/17/2023 — Detroit, MI @ The Fillmore Detroit
03/18/2023 — Grand Rapids, MI @ GLC Live at 20 Monroe
03/21/2023 — Chicago, IL @ Byline Bank Aragon Ballroom
03/23/2023 — Madison, WI @ The Sylvee
03/24/2023 — Minneapolis, MN @ The Fillmore Minneapolis
03/25/2023 — Kansas City, MO @ Arvest Bank Theatre at the Midland
03/28/2023 — Cincinnati, OH @ The Andrew J Brady Music Center
03/29/2023 — Nashville, TN @ Marathon Music Works

Meek Mill’s Old Picture Lands Him In Another Rapper’s Hilarious Freestyle

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Meek Mill 2022 Nardo Wick at The Aretha Franklin Amphitheatre
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Meek Mill is the unintended comedic gold mind that keeps on giving. Whether he is promoting new music or speaking with a friend on FaceTime as they recover in the hospital, the rapper just can’t help but put a smile on someone’s face. This time fellow rapper JID is caught up in the Philadelphia native’s humor storm.

As the “Dope” rapper was brushing up on his lyrical skills, he came across an old picture Meek had uploaded to Instagram. The image innocently features Meek’s leg dipped into a swimming pool. However, a lap full of plain french fries are strangely scattered on top of his soaked swimming trunks. Inspired by the image, JID took to Twitter to share a throwaway freestyle line.

In a now-deleted tweet, JID wrote, “tryna get inside ya thighs like Meek Mill’s fries.”

Although the picture was originally uploaded back in May 2020, JID revealed he had no clue it existed until yesterday (January 22), writing, “I just saw this for the first time today.”

Meek hasn’t responded to JID’s bar but based on his past acceptance of being the king of awkward memes, he is sure to brush it off.

Meek Mill is a Warner Music artist. Uproxx is an independent subsidiary of Warner Music Group.

J.I.D Reveals Lil Durk, Lil Wayne & More as Producers on ‘The Forever Story’

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J.I.D Reveals Lil Durk, Lil Wayne & More as Producers on 'The Forever Story'

Hip-Hop is in for another packed Friday as J.I.D has his The Forever Story album set to debut.

The new album will bring in features in Earthgang, 21 Savage, Baby Tate, Kenny MAson, Lil Durk, Mustafa The Poet, Ari Lennox, Yasiin Bet, Lil Wayne, Johnta Austin, Ravyn Lenae, and Eryn Allen Kane. Production comes from Kaytranada, Monte Booker, and more.

When releasing the tracklist online, J.I.D. dropped off a special message thanking those who collaborated on his vision.

“The official features on The Forever Story, wana say thank you to everyone who helped put these words and sounds together, this meant the world to me because none of this way east and your gave your all to my vision also @jamesblake @justineskye @fousheelive @sangjeany @lil_badu_2_u @herotheband @avatarbenji @iamasiahn @taneruno @earthtoyuli @mereba @johnnyvenus @wowgr8deluxe @groovesince1989 @alwaysvonda thank u Guys so much, it’s up 8/26. Hope I ain’t forget no one,” J.I.D. wrote.

You can peep the tracklist below and check back in for the full drop this Friday.

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