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Brands Use Kendrick Lamar’s “GNX” To Their Advantage On Social Media

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While hip-hop reacts to Kendrick Lamar’s surprise album, GNX, brands promote their products by taking advantage of its popularity. McDonald’s, DreamWorks Animation, AXE Body Spray, Amazon Music, and even the Shrek and Despicable Me franchises are just a few of the corporate giants incorporating it into their marketing campaigns. Sports teams like the Detroit Lions and Las Vegas Raiders, along with the NFL itself, have also joined the frenzy. The level of obsession feels almost surreal.

Kendrick Lamar has always been a cultural force, but his latest album, GNX, has ignited something unusual—a strange corporate infatuation with one of his standout tracks. The Pulitzer Prize-winning artist, widely regarded as the reigning king of Hip-Hop in 2024, has captivated listeners with the song “TV Off.” One particular moment has taken on a life of its own. When Lamar passionately cries out, “Mustarrrrrrrrrrrrdddd!,” the line became an instant phenomenon, sparking memes, debates, and viral videos. Mustard supported the social media craze on his account by resharing all the content.

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Fast-Food to Blockbuster Films Promote Kendrick Lamar’s “GNX”

Industry insiders suggest it’s a textbook case of brands chasing cultural relevance, desperate to connect with Gen Z audiences. Others speculate it’s simply a snowball effect, with one company jumping on the bandwagon and the rest following suit. There’s even a tongue-in-cheek theory circulating that it’s some kind of elaborate conspiracy. While that’s clearly a joke, it underscores just how unusual and pervasive the trend has become.

The buzz around GNX shows no sign of slowing down. While the album is being praised for its bold themes and sharp lyricism, the conversations it has sparked—inside and outside the music world—highlight Lamar’s unparalleled ability to provoke thought and emotion, one line at a time. The album demonstrates his ability to surprise, innovate, and captivate. The soon-to-be #1 album not only solidifies his legacy but also sets the stage for an electrifying year ahead in music and culture. Kendrick Lamar is set to headline the Super Bowl LIX halftime show this February.

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Pharrell Williams Was Fired From McDonald’s Multiple Times, Including Once For Eating Too Many McNuggets

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Pharrell Williams wasn’t “happy” working at McDonald’s. McDonald’s wasn’t particularly pleased with him, either. The super-producer and subject of the Piece By Piece biopic recently recalled being fired by the fast food king.

“McDonald’s was my first and only job,” Williams told BBC Radio 2, according to Billboard. “I got fired three times. I was eating the chicken nuggets. The first two times it was just because I was lazy. The third was like, ‘What are you doing? You’re just sitting there eating nuggets?’”

Pharrell (who, in a full-circle twist, is a credited producer on a song based on McDonald’s iconic “I’m Lovin’ It” jingle) is in good company: Rachel McAdams was also canned by McDonald’s, although not for eating McNuggets.

“[I worked at McDonald’s] for a good three years. My sister and brother worked there. My sister was my manager,” the Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret actress told Glamour. “It was a great place to work, but I had a little bit of an OCD thing with hand washing and just didn’t have time. They were like, ‘Hey, the drive-through’s backing up. Stop washing your hands!’ I was not a great employee; I broke the orange juice machine one day.”

Bianca Censori Shimmers In Silver Spandex Ensemble At McDonald’s With Kanye West

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Tokyo, Japan is one of the most populated cities in the world. Despite that fact, it’s never hard to spot Bianca Censori or Kanye West when they are out in public. These two are paparazzi magnets, especially since they have made their way out to the capital. It mostly has to do with Bianca’s out-there outfits, which is the reason we are talking about her once again. According to TMZ, the high-profile couple took a stroll over to a McDonald’s to grab some grub. Two fans happened to be in the establishment at the same time and behind them in line.

One of them wound up snapping a photo of them ordering on one of the kiosks, and the fan who took the picture claims their friend chopped it up with them. “My friend just had a Little chat with Kanye West at a Mc Donalds in Tokyo,” the post to X (Twitter) is captioned. As per usual, Ye was dressed pretty casually, wearing what looks to be either a dark green or black jacket with white cargo pants. Also unsurprisingly, Bianca was pushing the definition of skin-tight to the limit.

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This Fan Claims To Have Had A Chat With Kanye West & Bianca Censori

The Australian was leaving little to the imagination with an uncomfortable-looking silver spandex ensemble. It’s pretty revealing, but overall, it’s nowhere near as bold as her “Halloween” costume. TMZ also reported her wearing nothing but lace nipple covers, a lace thong, and white arm sleeves. No matter the occasion, Bianca is going to step out in something polarizing.

What are your thoughts on Bianca Censori’s spandex fit with Kanye West at McDonald’s? Is this one of her boldest looks yet? What do you think these fans talked to them about? 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 Bianca Censori and Kanye West. Finally, stay with us for everything else going on in the worlds of music and pop culture.

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Donald Trump Dodges Minimum Wage Question During Campaign Stop at McDonald’s

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During a campaign stop at a McDonald’s photo op, former President Donald Trump declined to comment on whether he supports raising the minimum wage. The event, which appeared rehearsed and staged for the media, allowed Trump to speak on key issues. However, when asked directly about his stance on increasing worker wages, Trump sidestepped the question.

The silence comes as the debate over minimum wage continues to be a critical issue for many Americans, particularly in battleground states. Trump’s refusal to clarify his position contrasts with opponents who have prioritized wage increases in their platforms.

In response, Harris-Walz 2024 spokesperson Joseph Costello released a statement: “Today, Donald Trump showed exactly what we would see in a second Trump term: exploiting working people for his own personal gain. Trump doesn’t understand what it’s like to work for a living, no matter how many staged photo ops he does, and his entire second term plan is to give himself, his wealthy buddies, and giant corporations another massive tax cut. Vice President Harris on the other hand has a record of standing up for workers and taking on bad actors who rip people off, and she’ll do the same as President.”

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Lil Yachty Stars In A New McDonald’s Commercial Performing A Remix Of The Classic ‘Menu Song’

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Life is funny sometimes. Occasionally, you’ll have full circle moments where you end up seemingly right back where you started, but with a fresh perspective and occasionally, a new role.

That’s what happened for Lil Yachty. The Atlanta rap star got his start as self-styled “king of the teens” after leaving his job working at McDonald’s. Now, he’s back on ol’ Ronald’s payroll, except this time, it’s as a celebrity endorser, appearing in a new TV commercial, doing what he does best. In a fun twist, the song he’s performing is also redux; Yachty runs off his favorite menu items in a remix of the chain’s 1988 “Menu Song,” which appeared in its ads nearly a decade before Yachty was even born. It’s surprisingly catchy — but maybe not that surprisingly, since it’s Lil Yachty using his “Minnesota”/”Poland” flow. He even throws in a little bit of his fellow rapper Pusha T’s Golden Arches jingle at the end.

You can check out the full commercial above.

McDonald’s has had some great luck partnering with rappers over the past few years. Aside from the aforementioned Pusha T-penned jingle, the chain has teamed up with Travis Scott, Saweetie, Cardi B, and Offset to share themed meals that have brought in plenty of revenue for the brand — and for the participating artists. Lil Yachty is a perfect addition to that tradition. Now, if only he could get that Uno movie back into production.

Lil Yachty Revives A Classic McDonald’s Anthem In New Ad For The Restaurant

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McDonald’s is no stranger to celebrity cameos and collaborations and that includes musicians. Often that comes through their own custom celebrity meals, of which they’ve done multiple. K-pop group BTS, reggaeton singer J Balvin and subsequently pop icon Mariah Carey have all lent their names to specific meals from the restaurant. The rap world is also well represented with Travis Scott, Saweetie, and Cardi B having collaborated in the past.

But in their new advertisement, they’re taking the hip-hop collaboration in a much more literal direction. For a new commercial in Canada, where McDonald’s is celebrating their new remix menu, they got Lil Yachty to do a remix of his own. In the ad he delivers an updated version of the classic “Menu Song” from advertisements the restaurant aired in the 80s. Yachty in particular feels like the perfect choice for the collab, as he’s spoken in the past about working for McDonald’s as a teenager. Take a look at the full remix he delivered below.

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Lil Yachty Steals The Show In New McDonald’s Advertisement

Over the weekend, Lil Yachty flirted with creating controversy. He shared a video explaining why he thinks some rappers are so angry, and they might have been offended by it if it wasn’t so funny. Yachty claims that the simple reasons some rappers are so angry is that “they’re ugly.” The hilarious clip made the rounds online and didn’t seem to cause too much trouble for the rapper.

Yachty has been working with a ton of young up and coming artists recently. He recently formed his own label, Concrete Rekordz. Additionally the project already has multiple signees who have dropped a few songs as “Concrete Boys. “ There’s also a label compilation album from Concrete Boys releasing in just a few days. What do you think of Lil Yachty’s new McDonald’s advertisement? Do you think it’s impressive that he went from working at McDonald’s to collaborating with the restaurant? Let us know in the comment section below.

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Jason Kelce Gifts Signed Jersey To Favorite McDonald’s Employee

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Jason Kelce had something more than money when he pulled into his local McDonald’s drive-thru this week. First reported by a local Fox affiliate, Kelce surprised Danielle Bonham, a long-time employee of Kelce’s local McDonald’s, with a signed jersey. “To Danielle, Go Birds! Thank you!” read the inscription.

After Kelce’s Eagles were dumped out of the playoffs by the Buccaneers, reports emerged that Kelce had told his teammates he would be retiring. Kelce is 36 and has played in Philly since the Eagles drafted him in 2011. However, in the most recent episode of New Heights, Kelce clarified that he wasn’t officially retired just yet. “I just don’t think you’re in a position after a game like that to really make that decision. It’s just something that I think, when it’s time to officially announce what’s happening in the future, it’ll be done in a way that’s definitive and pays respect to a lot of people and individuals that have meant a lot to me and what has led to the career I’ve had,” Kelce told his brother.

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Meanwhile, several former collegiate teammates of Jason and Travis Kelce have shared stories about the brothers with The Athletic in light of the news that Jason may be retiring this offseason. “Those two, it was just insane. Like, holy sh-t, these guys are crazy. Those two are really good at drinking beer. They used to love playing Nintendo 64 for hours, smashing the controls and chugging beers at the same time. They would just come up with these random drinking games while playing, and they were incredibly good at it,” Tom DeTemple recalled.

“We were having a party after one of the games and Jason was a little bit inebriated, let’s say. And he ripped the sink out of the wall in one of the bathrooms. And everybody was like, “What the hell? Who is this guy? This walk-on just ripped the freaking sink out of the wall,” Craig Carey said of the older Kelce. Additionally, Isaiah Pead, another former teammate, said that Jason was consistently referred to as “Big Kelc” as opposed to his name.

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SOURCE SPORTS: McDonald’s All American Games Announce Return to Houston

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The excitement is building as the McDonald’s All American Games announce their return to Clutch City, set to take place at the Toyota Center in Houston on April 2. Following last year’s thrilling matchups that included the highest-scoring girls’ game in history, the top 48 high school basketball players are gearing up for another showdown.

The McDonald’s All American Games Selection Committee has revealed the 724 nominees for both girls and boys, hailing from 43 states and the District of Columbia. Texas leads with 69 nominees, followed closely by California and Florida. The nominees, selected based on stringent criteria, aim to join the ranks of basketball luminaries like Kevin Durant, Candace Parker, and Trae Young.

“This moment is really a culmination of the hard work each of these athletes have put into this game – all those long hours on the court, in the gym and classroom,” said Joe Wootten, McDonald’s All American Games Selection Committee Chairman. “My father, Morgan Wootten, co-founded this game over four decades ago, giving high school athletes a national platform to showcase their skills on the biggest stage. It means so much to me and my family to continue his legacy and give athletes this special moment to shine.”

The Selection Committee, featuring high school analysts, prep scouts, and basketball coaches, will soon narrow down the nominees to the final 48 players, with the top 24 girls and 24 boys set to be unveiled on January 23 on NBA Today.

“Having the Games here in Houston last March was so special – it was an experience to remember as fans were treated to two amazing games between some of the best in high school basketball,” said Jonathan Miles, Houston-based McDonald’s Owner/Operator. “I can’t wait for Toyota Center to be rocking again as the newest class of McDonald’s All Americans take the court in April.”

Tickets for the 2024 McDonald’s All American Games and the Jam Fest will be available on January 23 at mcdaag.com. For those unable to attend, catch the Jam Fest on April 1 on ESPN2, followed by the Girls Game on April 2 at 6:30 p.m. ET on ESPN2 and the Boys Game immediately after at 9 p.m. ET on ESPN.

Not just a thrilling sporting event, the McDonald’s All American Games continue to benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities®, supporting children and families throughout their healthcare journey.

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Blueface Makes Private Jet Land Early To Eat McDonald’s, Wastes $10K In The Process

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Blueface is always down to grab a nice bite to eat, but his rap star status means that he has tighter windows than most when he’s hungry. Moreover, Chrisean Rock’s former boo recently revealed on social media that he made his private plane ditch their travel plans and touch down on solid ground so that he could go buy a McDonald’s burger for his hungry stomach. The wildest part about it all? The California rapper claimed that he wasted $10,000 as a result, which makes this the most expensive beef patty he’s probably ever bought. Jokes aside, he must be a huge fan of the Golden Arches, because either impatience or the joy of being on a private jet would make most others eschew some fast food.

Furthermore, we have some funny social media content to watch chronicling this whole affair. For example, Blueface recorded himself begging the pilot to pull over so he could grab a bite before continuing his trip with his girlfriend Jaidyn Alexis. Then, he was filmed returning to the PJ with some Mickey D’s in hand, and expressed very little regret. “This McDonald’s right here cost me $10,000 just for this little burger,” the “BDD” MC said on the tarmac. “I’m a Schoolyard Crip, I’m really him. Dead homies, $10,000 just for a burger. It’s a combo though, you know.”

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Of course, this is far from the first antic that Blueface found himself in this week. Well, in fact, it might’ve been; after all, his mother Karlissa Saffold was the one making the most headlines over the past seven days. She’s thinking of starting an OnlyFans account, which obviously caused some debate, hilarity, and shock among the 26-year-old’s followers. Whether or not that ends up becoming a successful reality, we’re sure he’ll have some thoughts on the matter to spill online.

Meanwhile, Blue recently had a rekindling of sorts with Chrisean Rock for Thanksgiving. It was great to see them put their laundry list of issues aside for the sake of their kid, at least for one day amid the holiday season. Hopefully it’s a trend that they keep up in an equally wholesome and non-problematic way. For more news and the latest updates on Blueface, come back to HNHH.

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Saweetie’s McDonalds Meal Has Her Fans Divided

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Sometimes celebs let their very strange eating habits slip. There’s often backlash online for famous people of all kinds when they let slip something they eat that others perceive as gross. That isn’t quite the case with a new Saweetie video making the rounds. While everything she eats seems pretty enjoyable to most, the way she does it has some asking questions. In the video, she’s eating a McDonald’s meal which includes a burger, fries, and sauce, which doesn’t sound so bad all things considered.

But in the actual clip itself, she opens her burger up and pours all of her fries and sauce inside of it before closing it back and taking a bite of the entire concoction. While some in the comments are discussing her food choices, many are focusing on something else in the video. “What is the point of nails, if they make it hard to do normal things?,” one of the top comments reads. It’s in reference to the exceedingly long silver nails Saweetie is sporting in the video. Most of the top comments see fans discussing what the point of the nails is if they make it difficult to do even basic tasks. Despite effectively assembling and eating her meal with them on, many fans suspect that things are difficult as a result of wearing the nails. Check out the full clip below.

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Saweetie’s Nails Cause Discussion

The top comment on the post comes from Tamar Braxton, who expresses love for Saweetie but asks her some important questions. “So beautiful but the nails .. It’s giving Edward scissor hands!! Sister how do u wipe your ass? I love you but someone asked me to ask you,” she hilariously comments. Clearly many agree as her comment received over 20k likes in less than a day.

This isn’t the only time she’s shown off the nails recently. She brought them out for a San Francisco 49ers game last week where fans expressed some similar sentiments. What do you think of Saweetie’s nails and the way she eats her McDonalds meal? Let us know in the comment section below.

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