Joe Budden Went On Lil Yachty’s Podcast, Where They Plotted The Unlikeliest Collaboration

Seven years ago, if someone were to tell you that then-Everyday Struggle host Joe Budden would be collaborating with the self-declared “King of the Teens,” Lil Yachty, you would probably think they were trolling. But today, it seems that it may not be quite as far-fetched as when the two rappers were semi-regularly antagonizing each other over their different generational outlooks on hip-hop.

Since then, Yachty followed Budden into podcasting, adopting some of his grumpy old man opinions in the process, and today, Budden joined Yachty on his podcast, A Safe Space, where they joked about rapping on a song together. The whole thing started with Yachty asking Joe, “Do you think right now, if you and me go in [the studio], you could pen a better verse than me?”

In typical combative fashion, Budden shot back, “Who’s picking the beat?” “Obviously, not you!” Yachty razzed. This sparks a spirited debate about the two rappers’ respective taste in beats, with Budden clowning Yachty’s “Metroid beats” and Yachty offering up a folder of beats from one of underground hip-hop’s favorite producers, The Alchemist. Yachty’s co-host Mitch says the result would sound like “a hoop mixtape,” which… Yes. That’s the point, you infant.

Joe says he’d “do it for fun, because I’m retired,” and now, I am wildly curious. Who cares who has the best verse — do it for hip-hop.

You can watch the new interview above, and just for kicks, you can watch the duo’s original, antagonistic interview below.

Melyssa Ford & Lucky Daye Share A Steamy Onstage Moment, Fans Wonder About Joe Budden’s Reaction

Lucky Daye is quite the impressive live performer, and the singer drove fans wild at a recent show with not just his buttery tone but with his special guest, the legendary video vixen (now best known as a co-host on The Joe Budden Podcast), Melyssa Ford. Moreover, she sat on a stool onstage while Daye serenaded her and put her hand on his stomach, with some more touchy-feely interactions leading to quite the steamy display. “This was not on my bingo card but HOOTIE F***ING HOOOOOO!!!” she captioned her Instagram video of the flirty moment. “@iamluckydaye at #radiocitymusichall. Me & the boys had a slice tonite! @joebudden @emannymusic.”

Actually, it’s pretty funny that she tagged Joe Budden, since a lot of fans started to joke and theorize as to how he and the rest of thee podcast’s cohort would respond to this Melyssa Ford and Lucky Daye moment. Maybe they will give Daye his props, tease Ford for appearing, or comment more about fans’ reactions to the whole thing. Either way, it should make for a pretty entertaining and interesting moment on the pod, at the very least. Who knows, maybe the Algorithm artist even pulls up to talk about the concert.

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Lucky Daye Serenades Melyssa Ford At Radio City Music Hall

Of course, we know that these jest-heavy and more cheeky moments on The Joe Budden Podcast can result in some controversy from time to time. In fact, he and his male co-hosts faced recent backlash for their relentless teasing of Melyssa Ford during a recent podcast episode. Even though some folks made excuses about her being “one of the guys,” others suggested that these are indicative of more potentially harmful attitudes. Still, it’s a small moment to use as a generalizing tool, so it’s a futile effort either way.

In other Melyssa Ford news, Toccara Jones recently recalled when she and Melyssa Ford found out that they were dating Drake at the same time. “She was just telling me about her situation with the guy that she was dating and she went on to tell me it was Drake,” Jones recounted. “Instead of me telling her right then and there, I wanted to go talk to him first. This wasn’t the first time that me and Melyssa was seeing or talking to the same guy.”

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Joe Budden Insulted By Lil Yachty’s Claim That He Can Out-Rap Him On An Alchemist Beat

Joe Budden was one of the most lyrically proficient rappers out there when he was active in the game. However, Budden retired back in 2016 and has been a full-time media personality ever since. Overall, his relevance in hip-hop has never been greater. His opinion is highly regarded, and fans tune in to hear what he has to say about a particular album, individual, or news item. Recently, Budden got to sit down with Lil Yachty, and they had some spirited conversations.

During this conversation, Budden and Lil Yachty had a spirited debate about rapping. In fact, Yachty made the erroneous claim that he could out-rap Joe Budden over a beat from the Alchemist. Budden was pretty stunned by this, however, he noted that he would be interested in battling for fun. Although there was a stipulation to this. As Budden explains, if he wasn’t retired, he would be insulted by the invitation. It’s easy to see why he would feel that way given just how incredibly talented Joe is on the mic.

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Joe Budden and Yachty Go Back and Forth

Budden joked that if the battle happened over one of Yachty’s “Nintendo” beats, he would probably get smoked. Although when it comes to something by The Alchemist, Joe is confident that he would be the one running laps around Yachty. At this point, however, we imagine Joe might just be a bit rusty as it pertains to writing lyrics. After all, it has been a pretty long time since we got any music from him. Meanwhile, Yachty has been active every single year since Joe retired.

Let us know what you think about this debate, in the comments section down below. Do you believe that Joe Budden would get out-rapped by Lil Yachty? Is this a rap battle that you would be interested in seeing sometime soon? Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the music world. We will continue to keep you informed on all of your favorite artists and their upcoming projects.

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Did Kendrick Lamar Apologize For Dissing Big Sean?

Humans are complex creatures, and nothing demonstrates that more than hip-hop culture’s obsession with tension. From Cardi B and Nicki Minaj’s longstanding civil war of women in the game to Kendrick Lamar and Drake’s track-for-track showdown, beef pays well (in streaming revenue, notoriety, and more).

But not everyone wants to get caught up in an avoidable feud. Behind the scenes, it appears Big Sean and Kendrick Lamar were able to dodge a dust up (despite fans wanting the war of words).

Did Kendrick Lamar Apologize For Dissing Big Sean?

Today (August 2), Big Sean sat down with Charlamagne Tha God for his latest series, Out Of Context, to discuss his hot-and-cold working relationship with Kendrick Lamar. When addressing the unreleased version of the Compton native’s song “Element,” Sean revealed that Lamar privately apologized in a text message exchange for his the bars: “Big Sean keep sneak dissin’, I let it slide / I think his false confidence got him inspired / I can’t make them respect you, baby, it’s not my job / You’re finally famous for who you date, not how you rhyme, boy / Cute-ass raps, get your puberty up.”

Sean also opened up about where he believed the issue actually arose. “Joe Budden and made this, there’s a Kendrick and Big Sean beef,” he said. “To the point where I tried to ignore it. But he made that narrative so f*cking real that I think it really did become a thing.”

Watch Sean’s full interview with Charlamagne above.

Kelsey Nicole Speaks Out Following Speculation That She Shot Megan Thee Stallion

Kelsey Nicole is the former best friend of Megan Thee Stallion. Overall, she became a massive part of the Tory Lanez and Megan Thee Stallion shooting case. For instance, her testimony in court came with lots of controversy. During her deposition, she had seemingly implied that Tory Lanez was the shooter. However, when she was on the stand, she did a complete 180. That said, Tory Lanez was still convicted and is now serving a 10-year prison sentence.

Throughout all of this, there were reports that Kelsey Nicole was actually the shooter. Furthering this notion is an alleged testimony from Tory’s driver who said he saw someone else reach for the gun, and that Tory did not fire a single bullet. This subsequently led to theories from Joe Budden that Tory was somehow set up from the beginning. With all of these rumors and reports running rampant, Kelsey Nicole took to Twitter to remind people that she’s been cleared of any wrongdoing, on multiple occasions.

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Kelsey Nicole Speaks

“It’s easy to get lost in the media, but let’s remember MY NAME was cleared by both parties involved. Stay tuned,” she wrote. So there you have it. Kelsey Nicole isn’t too worried about all of these reports that are going around. At this point, there isn’t much else that can be done. Only time will tell how Megan and perhaps even Tory respond to all of this.

Let us know what you think about all of this, in the comments section down below. Does any of this change your perception of what took place? Do you believe this will change anything as it pertains to Tory’s prison sentence? Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the music world. We will continue to keep you informed on all of your favorite artists and their upcoming projects.

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Cyn Santana Reveals She’s Pregnant with Baby No. 2

Cyn Santana Reveals She's Pregnant with Baby No. 2

Cyn Santana has another baby on the way. On Instagram, she wrote, “Life been showing out lately.” She then posted a set of pictures showing her in all-white but revealing her pregnancy. A second caption reads, “Big mama, big blessed.”

Cyn Santana’s first child is with Joe Budden and the two documented their relationship on Love and HIp-Hop. There are no details on who the father of the second child is.

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Joe Budden’s Ex Cyn Santana Reveals She’s Pregnant

Former partner of Joe Budden, Cyn Santana, has some big news! According to The Shade Room, the musical artist and reality TV star is expecting her second child. The news outlet found this out through an announcement on her Instagram page showing off her baby bump. “Life been showing out lately 🤍”, she said in the first of two posts. In both, the “Come” talent is wearing an all-white ensemble with a middle cut out revealing her belly in all its glory. Cyn Santana’s second pregnant post has two photos from what appears to be a black and white tinged photoshoot. “Big mama, big blessed 🥰🤍✨”, the caption reads.

This is certainly one heck of a bombshell as there has been hardly any indication that the Love & Hip-Hop contestant was in the midst of her pregnancy. Obviously, this leads to the obvious questions of when did this happen and with who? Well, all of that is currently unknown as well, as Cyn never announced how far in she is and there are no posts of who the baby daddy is. Joe Budden’s name is in the mix by default, but The Shade Room cites some past comments that would probably disprove that theory.

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Cyn Santana Is Pregnant With Child No. 2

 
 
 
 
 
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Back in October 2019, Cyn Santana described her split with the former rapper as not mutual. Instead, she did it under her own power for herself and her child with Joe, the six-year-old son, Lexington. “Let’s just say that I’m probably the happiest I’ve ever been and that was probably the best decision that I’ve made in my entire life. In the 26 years I have of living on this earth, the best decision I made was leaving that relationship. And my son and I are amazing”. What also disputes that Joe is once again the father, is what appears to be an engagement ring in the series of photos. If that is indeed what we fans are claiming it to be, then we could be in for another treat soon.

What are your thoughts on Cyn Santana revealing she is pregnant but not with Joe Budden? Who do you think this mystery man is? Will she divulge in that at some point? We would like to hear what you have to say, so leave your thoughts in the comments. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest news surrounding Joe Budden and Cyn Santana. Finally, stay with us for everything else going on in the worlds of pop culture and music.

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Joe Budden Rips Childish Gambino’s Album To Shreds In Scathing Rant

Joe Budden did not like Childish Gambino’s latest album. In his review of Bando Stone and the New World for his podcast, he actually said that he “hated” it. He offered further explanation of his issues with Gambino’s work and explained what he would prefer from a Gambino release.

“I hate it! I absolutely f**king hate it. I’m sorry. I know I’m gaining a reputation as a hater, fast,” said Budden. “If you spoke as much as I have to speak for a living, eventually you’d have to start telling the truth about some things.” He added that he was a fan of four songs, one of which was “Steps Beach.” Budden admitted that the music he prefers from Gambino is what he does in the style of “Urn,” a standout from 2013’s Because the Internet.  “For me, there wasn’t enough of this particular style on here. But this is crazy,” said Budden, referring to “Steps Beach.”

Joe Budden Rips Childish Gambino’s Latest Album

Budden mocked “No Excuses,” calling it a “bisexual” song. “He got real alternative,” he said while listening to the track. He still praised the track, despite making fun of it. “Let him get in his bisexual bag! Nah, this song is like you’re taking all takers. Whoever trying to holla at the club, you down. It’s fire, though.” Budden’s review of the album did not address the perceived disses against him. On the track “Survive,” Gambino takes shots at a rapper with a podcast, who fans interpreted to be Joe Budden.

Bando Stone and the New World is Donald Glover’s last album as Childish Gambino, and it doubles as the soundtrack to his upcoming film. The album has received largely positive marks from fans and critics, who’ve praised the adventurous nature of the album’s sound. The album disappointed commercially, selling about 36,000 copies in its first week, a stark decline from the 101,000 that “Awaken, My Love!” sold in 2016. Joe Budden is one of the critics who did not care for it. However, you can read HotNewHipHop’s much more positive review of the album here.

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Joe Budden Hilariously Dubs Drake His Son After Angering A Drizzy Stan

It seems like Twitter Spaces is the new platform for rappers and the hip-hop community to really get some conversations going. Over the last 72 hours or so, Lupe Fiasco and Joe Budden have been trending on the social media platform for their headline-rich debates with fans. The latter of the two was the latest to host one and the Chicago native decided to join the chat room. In their dialogue, Lupe cleared up some comments he made on his Spaces event this past weekend about his alleged beef with Kendrick Lamar. That subsequently led Joe Budden to address the narrative surrounding him that he dislikes Drake as well.

Another thing that both of their Twitter Spaces share is that at least one fan became upset with the host. As you can hear below, this passionate Drake Stan was not having any of Joe’s slander. He likened the rapper turned podcaster hopping on Spaces to Lamar’s “I hate the way that you walk, the way that you talk” bar on “euphoria”. The fan continued to grow more enraged, telling Joe to “eat a d**” and even referencing the time he was accused of masturbating dogs a few years ago.

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This Drake Fan Goes Toe-To-Toe With Joe Budden

However, Budden remained fairly calm during this heated exchange. You can tell that he was getting under this guy’s skin, so he dug a little deeper. He started by saying that instead of hating him, the fan actually loves him. Then, to really send this dude over the edge, Budden hilariously mocks the Drizzy supporter by saying the rapper is his son and that “you are my grandson”. The multi-media star continues to show why he is one of the biggest voices in the hip-hop world.

What are your thoughts on Joe Budden deeming Drake his son while taunting a fan on Twitter Spaces? Do you foresee Drizzy responding to this in any sort of way, why or why not? What are your thoughts on these recent Twitter Spaces from Joe and Lupe Fiasco? We would like to hear what you have to say, so leave your thoughts in the comments. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest news surrounding Joe Budden and Drake. Finally, stay with us for everything else going on in the music world.

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Cardi B Vs. Joe Budden: What Went Wrong?

Things took a turn on X Spaces on Thursday night after Cardi B unleashed hell on Joe Budden. The rapper-turned-media personality has become one of the most prominent voices in the culture whose criticism has earned him the title of the Howard Stern of hip-hop. However, his opinions of artists often ruffle feathers, especially since he was once an artist himself. Unfortunately for Cardi B, her music career and public persona overlap more than most, warranting criticism of her as both a celebrity and an MC. 

Budden has had plenty of nice things to say about Cardi B over the years but he hasn’t held back from sharing his opinion whenever she misses the mark, musically or otherwise. And in many ways, his commentary often echoes the general consensus among the public. But Thursday night’s conversation shed light on the state of Cardi B’s career and Joe Budden’s perception of her trajectory. The two have since made amends and Cardi has since accepted his apology but what specifically led them to this back-and-forth? Below, we’re delving into a brief history of their recent back-and-forths.

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Joe Budden Says Cardi B Has “Mad Time”

Around the time that fans expected a follow-up to Invasion Of Privacy, Cardi B was particularly clear that she wasn’t necessarily working on new music but rather, reaping the fruits of her labor. Unfortunately, this warranted some harsh criticism from Joe, who said that she had “mad time.” He humorously noted that she was spending her wealth generously, helping Offset, buying houses, and paying for funerals.

Cardi initially took these comments as insinuating she was lazy and responded with a now-deleted post. However, the tension was resolved, as Cardi later shared a clip of Budden calling her a “superstar.” She retweeted the video with a heartfelt message, acknowledging his belief in her and expressing her affection for him despite their disagreements. Cardi’s post included a throwback photo with Budden and former podcast co-host Rory Farrell, highlighting their longstanding relationship.

“Bongos”

Joe Budden expressed strong criticism of the new Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion collaboration “Bongos” on his podcast. He found the song’s hook unremarkable and felt it lacked the “ghetto ratchet” vibe, suggesting it sounded like two artists struggling to create a hit. Budden recommended they reconnect with their former writers and producers for fresher material.  Despite his harsh review, Budden emphasized his admiration for Cardi B, asserting that his words were being used to create controversy. He stood by his opinion on the song while cautioning against misrepresenting his stance as a lack of support for Cardi.

However, Cardi B believed Joe Budden had a personal issue with her following his harsh critique of her new track “Bongos” with Megan Thee Stallion. Cardi expressed that Budden’s comments seem to go deeper than just the song, suggesting he has an issue with her specifically. She noted that Budden gets defensive when criticized but freely targets her.

Joe Budden addressed the situation, expressing that Cardi B’s reaction hurt him. “Cardi is my girl, so when the headlines are, ‘Cardi B Tears Into Joe Budden’ — that hurts my heart,” he said. He noted the potential for miscommunication and felt some of his words were taken out of context. “I wouldn’t have said that directly to Cardi because I f*ck with Cardi. I was talking to others, but now I have to address the Cardi situation.”

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The Tasha K Drama

Joe Budden was caught in ongoing drama between Cardi B and Tasha K, which began after he criticized Cardi and Megan Thee Stallion’s song “Bongos.” Although Budden disputed how his comments were reported, it led to tensions with Cardi, who felt the criticism was personal. The situation escalated when Budden recorded an interview with Tasha K, a blogger who lost a lawsuit to Cardi for spreading falsehoods about her. Budden decided not to release the interview, citing legal concerns and Tasha’s lawsuit loss. Tasha accused him of yielding to Cardi’s pressure. Budden explained that his lawyers had advised against releasing it due to legal issues. Fans remained skeptical, speculating that the interview contained unfounded claims or that Cardi’s influence played a role. Some believed Atlantic Records played a role in keeping the interview quiet. The situation left fans divided and curious about Budden’s true motivations.

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“Like What?”

Joe Budden made a pretty massive declaration after the release of Cardi B’s new single, “Like What (Freestyle),” declaring that the broader “girl rapper wave” is on a decline. While he described the track as “cool” in a somewhat backhanded manner, it was his comment on the female rap scene that sparked the most debate. Budden claimed that the “girl rapper wave” was over, suggesting that the trend of aggressively promoting female rappers through major labels was fading. He also mentioned that record labels were struggling to recoup their investments in female artists, citing the long delay in Cardi B’s sophomore album as an example. Although he conceded that Cardi’s freestyle was enjoyable, Budden’s remarks about the decline of the female rap trend drew criticism and speculation from fans. Many believed that the industry’s evolution was ongoing and were eager to see how new female talent would shape the future.

Cardi B Claims Joe Doesn’t Like Her

Cardi B recently addressed the tension with Joe Budden during a Twitter/X Spaces session, expressing her frustration with his criticism. Despite Budden’s mixed feelings about her work, Cardi boasted about her dedication and success, highlighting that even critics like Budden had to admit her single “Enough (Miami)” was good. She questioned why someone who allegedly disliked her would praise her song, emphasizing her belief in her own talent and hard work. She also mentioned allegations of Budden receiving a lap dance from her and using cocaine, which he denied. “I don’t understand why I keep getting harassed by this man,” Cardi B remarked.

“You want to hear my album so bad, you can pull up to my studio session. You could pull up! But I’m really sick and tired of you keeping my name in your f*cking mouth and then you’re acting like you’re keeping it there because you really want a project from me,” she continued. “No, you want to tear my project down like you tear down every one of my singles. You tear down my single, you tear down my personal life, you tear down everything I f*cking do. So it’s not coming from a genuine place.”

Budden responded by stating he would no longer cover Cardi’s work and refuted the claims made against him. He clarified that his criticisms were not personal but rooted in his desire for a new album from an artist he genuinely enjoyed. He apologized and expressed a desire to move on from the conflict.

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Joe Responds

In a subsequent podcast episode, Budden tackled the controversy while reiterating his regret for his comments and affirming his ongoing admiration for Cardi B. He acknowledged any harm his jokes might have caused but rejected the notion that he had been continuously unsupportive. “Cardi is on my list of people I’m going to love no matter what,” he said. Budden pointed to several occasions where he had commended her work. He also insisted that he would not be silenced and would continue to discuss Cardi B’s career in the future. Budden emphasized that he would continue to cover Cardi B in the future, saying, “I can’t let people suppress my voice.”

Cardi B Accepts Apology

Following Joe’s apology on The Joe Budden Podcast, Cardi B acknowledged his regret but pointed out that his attitude toward her had changed over the past few years. She mentioned how he had criticized her during tough times in her marriage and how his comments often fueled toxic narratives. “I got love for you to Joe but you been changing your tone on me real heavy the last 3 years whether music or personal..like when I was goin through real shit wit my marriage in December you went on ya platform and tried to make that about somebody else and what they got going on,” she wrote.

She continued, “I know criticism comes wit the territory but sometimes the narrative yall decide go run with be soooooo toxic. It’s all love tho see you soon.” Though there’s certainly some turbulence in their friendship, Cardi seems to be willing to move past this particular incident.

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