Fans are noticing that one of Rod Wave‘s signature songs sounds similar to an old Jay-Z song. Earlier this week, music fans took to Twitter to express their disdain toward Wave, as he supposedly borrowed a few bars from Hov. That said, some are arguing that this is simply a case of interpolation — something that’s been a component of hip-hop since its birth 50 years ago.
Did Rod Wave steal Jay-Z’s ‘Song Cry’ lyrics?
On Wave’s song, “2019”, which was originally released in 2021, he raps “We was so happy poor but when we got rich / That’s when signals get crossed and we got flipped / Read her mind, I don’t know what made me leave that sh*t / Made me speed that quick, let me see that’s it.” This particular verse is bar-for-bar with Jay’s 2002 song “Song Cry.”
This particular set of lyrics has left fans divided, with some noting that Jay-Z had interpreted Biggie lyrics early on in his career.
“When Jay-Z did it y’all said he was just ‘paying homage,’” said one Twitter user. “This just shows us that Rod Wave is a master student of the game.”
When Jay-Z did it y’all said he was just “paying homage”. This just shows us that Rod Wave is a master student of the game. https://t.co/HLwHZh85ha
Wave has since denied stealing lyrics from other artists.
Rod Wave is getting dragged by fans online as they claim he has been stealing lyrics from other rappers, including JAY-Z and Drake, but he says he’s never stolen any lyrics. pic.twitter.com/VC7k6kW23e
AI tools are relatively new when it comes to being widely accessible on a consumer level. Despite that, a lot of them are already pretty dang good. In terms of impersonation via audio or video, AI tools are producing some convincing results, and here we have a case where they’re not being used for good at the expense of Cardi B.
An online ad for an entity called USA Wellness Wave (about which there appears to be virtually no information online) features an AI-generated voiceover that bears more than a passing resemblance to Cardi, although some of the vocal rhythms and other nuances give away that it’s not the real deal. The video uses unrelated videos of Cardi speaking to give the impression that it’s actually her talking, and the voiceover promotes a supposed “stimulus-style program” that promises free and easy money to applicants.
AI is crazy smh….another lawsuit that fell right on my lap…I love easy money https://t.co/nMqFQpqHAv
The clip was shared on Twitter recently and Cardi caught wind of it today. It would seem she’s not a fan, as she re-posted it and wrote, “AI is crazy smh….another lawsuit that fell right on my lap…I love easy money.”
Earlier this month, Diddy’s former partner Cassie filed a hard-hitting lawsuit against him, which was accompanied by a long and horrific list of allegations. She accused the Bad Boy Records founder of rape, physical and emotional abuse, and more. They’ve since come to a settlement, though his team says that it was in no way an admittance of guilt. “We have decided to resolve this matter amicably. I wish Cassie and her family all the best. Love,” Diddy stated. Regardless, his reputation has taken a considerable hit. This isn’t the only hit he’s taken as of late, however.
According to new reports, Macy’s will no longer be selling his clothing brand Sean John in stores or on their website. A source claims there were already plans in place to do so prior to Cassie’s lawsuit. Diddy has had an exclusive partnership with Macy’s for more than a decade, with the department store selling his Sean John merchandise since it launched in the late 90s. The source told RadarOnline that the brand just isn’t selling anymore like it once was, leading them to “phase out” the label entirely.
Source Says Sean John Isn’t Selling Like It Once Was
Puff Daddy attends the 2016 MTV Video Music Awards at Madison Square Garden on August 28, 2016 in New York City. (Photo by Nicholas Hunt/FilmMagic)
“As part of our ongoing review of our brand portfolio, the Sean John collection has started to phase out of assortment since early fall 2023,” the source explained. “It’s the course of business.” They added that Macy’s is “always evaluating what’s relevant” to their customers, noting how Sean John products have simply stopped moving.
Sources close to Diddy claim that Sean John is simply being “reimagined.” They also say that there are “no official plans” to re-release it, however. According to them, Macy’s phasing out the brand is “relevant because this is part of the process.” What do you think of Macy’s planning to “phase out” Diddy’s brand Sean John? Are you disappointed? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below, and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.
Millyz slammed Machine Gun Kelly in a scathing new diss he performed on DJ Cosmic Kev’s The Come Up Show Live, Tuesday. In doing so, he labeled the Mainstream Sellout rapper “goofy” and brought up his recent diss aimed at Jack Harlow while rapping over the beat for N.O.R.E.’s “Blood Money Pt. 3.”
“That goofy white rapper tried to block me out the industry/ Hated on my come-up, I remember that sh*t vividly/ You only dissed on Jack because you know I do ’em viciously,” he said. He further rapped: “Listen, this is light sh*t, I know you won’t respond back/ ‘Cause beyond that, you know we really on that/ Rap a blood sport, Mortal Kombat/ Come on Jack, I do murder for hire, just send a contract.”
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – APRIL 05: Millyz during “Blanco 6” Release Party & “Dark Shades” Single Release Celebration on April 05, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Johnny Nunez/WireImage)
Tuesday isn’t the first time that Millyz has called out Machine Gun Kelly. Speaking on VladTV in 2022, he discussed the rapper’s battle with Eminem. “MGK is garbage,” Millyz said at the time. “He can’t rap, but he got a good rockstar image, but like I’m a real rapper. I really break down bars, syllables and words, so I look past image and flow. A lot of white rappers just came through and did that fast flow and said nothing, so he came in with a rockstar image and all of that, but you’re not nice though. Even when the Eminem battle happened, and people’s minds was blown because at the time, they expected MGK to just get blown out. So when he showed any type of resistance, he came in and said a rap, ‘Your beard is weird.’ Name a bar from that song. That sh*t is garbage.”
Millyz Disses MGK
Kelly originally dissed Jack Harlow in a freestyle over JAY-Z and Eminem‘s “Renegade” beat in May. He accused him of stealing Drake’s flow. Be on the lookout for a response from Machine Gun Kelly and further updates on Millyz on HotNewHipHop.
Chrisean Rock’s career is well-documented at this point. Over the past several months and beyond many publications, especially HNHH, have been reporting on the television star and rapper’s personal life as well. Those are the obvious pros and cons of living a lot of your life on social media. While it certainly has its benefits of being able to connect and share your life with people you care about, you can make a case it does more bad. The way Chrisean has used it has definitely been a detriment to her.
So many random people, writers, and social media platforms now have her life under a microscope. Because of her rants, her damaging relationship with Blueface, the struggles of motherhood, and other topics, she has put herself in a predicament. Chrisean could benefit from seeking help from therapy, possibly from her family. But, at the end of the day, it is up to her. She has shown signs of improving, but with so much negativity, Rock continues to deviate back to her ways. That is why these latest rants on social media about money and people messing with her are more difficult to take 100 percent serious.
But, yes, Chrisean is back to discuss the things that have been weighing on her mentally. The rapper talks about how she cannot really trust a lot of people anymore and that they drained her of a lot of money. Additionally, the other video clip sees her getting frustrated about people trying to get her in trouble because they know how she used to act when she did not have a child. Again, hopefully, Rock can find some help and gain more resolve to get rid of these people for good.
What are your initial thoughts on Chrisean Rock’s latest rants on social media? Who do you think she is referring to in these videos? Will this spark any real change in her life? We would like to hear what you have to say about all of this. With that in mind, be sure to leave all of your hottest takes in the comments section below. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest breaking news around Chrisean Rock, as well as everything else going on in the pop culture world.
Many hip-hop artists have tried and failed when attempting to make holiday music. Rappers have repeatedly attempted to make holiday or Christmas-themed songs, but they frequently appear corny, unoriginal, or cringeworthy. Some have tried to put a hip-hop spin on holiday classics, while others boldly made their own original music. Few rappers have successfully made holiday songs, let alone complete projects.
Today, we are looking at 7 holiday hip-hop albums, including EPs, that aren’t cringe. Most hip-hop holiday music is centered around Christmas, so naturally, these selections are as well. These albums are perfect for a rap fan’s holiday festivities. Take a look at the list below.
Freeway – Black Santa (2012)
Freeway’s 2012 Christmas EP does not deviate from his sound at all, applying holiday themes to his signature street raps. The 9-track project is festive with its Christmas bars but also emulates the winter with its cold delivery and tough production. Peedi Crakk, Young Chris, Memphis Bleek, Iman Shumpert, and more contribute verses to Black Santa. Freeway and his guests bring their typical bars, referencing Christmas as they apply. Some songs are more holiday-centric than others but are not at all cringeworthy.
Chance The Rapper and Jeremih dropped the ultimate hip-hop Christmas album in 2016. Merry Christmas Lil’ Mama is a Chicago affair that blends Chance’s melodic and Jeremih’s modern R&B. The mixtape overwhelmingly conveys the warm feelings of the holiday season and Christmas spirit. The jovial project sticks to its holiday theme while not taking itself too seriously. Chance provides his quirky raps and carefree melodies while Jeremih spreads joy with his singing. Merry Christmas Lil’ Mama primarily features fellow Chicago artists like Noname and King Louie. Since its initial release, the mixtape has been reissued twice with extra songs in both 2017 and 2020.
Gucci Mane – The Return Of East Atlanta Santa (2016)
Gucci Mane first dubbed himself “East Atlanta Santa” in 2014 with a mixtape of the same name. That project and its 2015 sequel, titled The Night Gu-Wop Stole X-Mas were quite cringe as they barely related to the holidays outside of their titles and artwork. These projects were released on Christmas day in their respective years to feed Gucci’s cult following. In 2016, Gucci Mane returned from prison as a new artist, both physically and musically. His release from prison also marked The Return of East Atlanta Santa, his third commercial album that year.
Released during a creative peek, Gucci Mane’s Christmas album is an essential listen for trap fans. While the majority of the project may not directly relate to the holidays, one can enjoy Christmas bangers like “St. Brick Intro.” The Return of East Atlanta Santa also includes hit singles like “Both” with Drake and “Last Time” with Travis Scott. Gucci Mane has since embraced Christmas with 2019’s East Atlanta Santa 3.
Mr. Muthafuckin’ eXquire – Merry eXmas 3 (2017)
One of the underground’s most eccentric MCs, Mr. Muthafuckin’ eXquire has been releasing holiday hip-hop albums since 2011. Merry eXmas & SMD, his trilogy of mixtapes contains his aggressive and unorthodox style of rapping, but with a holiday twist. His most recent Christmas mixtape, 2017’s Merry eXmas 3, is his best and is far from cringe. Over smooth production, eXquire spits tough bars to embrace the holiday season in his own unique way. A short listen, Merry eXmas 3 is perfect for underground rap fans.
Tyler, The Creator – Music Inspired By Illumination & Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch (2018)
In 2018, Tyler, The Creator was involved in the soundtrack of The Grinch. He contributed two songs to the official soundtrack before releasing an EP inspired by the film. While not explicitly a Christmas-themed EP, The Grinch is certainly a Christmas story. Tyler also specified that the EP contained “Christmas-themed music,” “keeping the 7-year-olds in mind but also wanting the parents to listen.”
His Grinch-inspired passion project is not at all cringe, containing beautifully produced tracks that explore holiday traditions like Christmas lights, “Hot Chocolate,” and a “Big Bag” of toys. The EP may not be entirely hip-hop but Tyler does rap on songs like “Lights On” and “Big Bag.” Tyler, The Creator’s Grinch-inspired work is one of the all-time great holiday hip-hop albums.
Passport Gift & Parks – Gift Wrapping 3 (2020)
Since 2018, Passport Gift and Parks, co-host of The Joe Budden Podcast, have been releasing Christmas-themed albums. Five projects deep, 2020’s Gift Wrapping 3 is the best work from the rapper/producer duo. What makes the Gift Wrapping series special in the scope of holiday hip-hop albums is that they include street raps but do not deviate from the Christmas theme. A short, 18-minute listen, Gift Wrapping 3 has features from Stove God Cooks, Ransom, Che Noir, and Marc Stro, resulting in the perfect Christmas present for rap purists.
Noveliss & Hir-O – Sage Of The Season (2020)
Noveliss of Clear Soul Forces teamed up with producer Hir-O in 2020 for a 4-track Christmas EP titled Sage of the Season. The project reimagines classic Christmas stories in hip-hop form. Noveliss skillfully spits descriptive bars about Santa Claus and Jack Frost with his signature choppy flow. The beats are relaxing, but do not venture far from Noveliss’s ear for lo-fi Detroit-style boom bap. A delightful and comforting listen, Sage of the Season is far from cringe and is one of the better holiday hip-hop albums in recent memory.
LAS VEGAS – Dutch DJ/producer Martin Garrix chose not to wear his Whoop over the last 24 hours. The wrist device, which monitors daily exertion and recovery, wouldn’t have given him data he wanted to see in the lead-up to the inaugural Formula One Heineken Silver Las Vegas Grand Prix. Garrix flew in on Friday, played a late-night show at Omnia on Friday night, did an extended set at the Marquee Dayclub on Saturday afternoon, rushed through some other obligations, and got to the Paddock in time to see his long-time friend Max Verstappen win a thrilling race on the Vegas Strip. To cap it all off, he performed the closing ceremony at the track, then celebrated with Max back at Omnia into the early morning.
There’s not much time for recovery over a typical F1 weekend. Add the craziness of Vegas, and the decision to not want to track that behavior entirely starts to make a bit more sense.
The prevailing story being written about race weekend — the first in a 10-year agreement between F1 and the city — was about how much of a disaster it would be. Take your pick of national (and international) outlets, and you could have your fill of anthropological observations from the ground about road closures and taped-over views on walking bridges and empty restaurants and oh-so-many quotes from grumpy Uber drivers. Each of these pieces would’ve had you believe the Strip was impossible to navigate and people were miserable. Couple that with some incendiary quotes from Verstappen himself — and a damage-inducing drain cover that shut down Thursday’s practice — and those headlines finding every way to mention “gamble,” “bust,” “big bet,” “jackpot,” or any other betting term imaginable seemed to suggest this thing would be lucky to happen at all.
In response, Vegas did what it always does: put on a show. The race was exciting, including a last-lap maneuver from Charles Leclerc that left the crowd stunned and gave him a second place podium finish. Verstappen even changed his tune a bit, singing “Viva Las Vegas” and clearly enjoying himself in the champagne spray. Fans and workers alike walked away with smiles, whether they were in the grandstands, the Paddock Club, or any number of well-executed brand setups from the Red Bull Energy Station to the Heineken House (where Anderson .paak brought his DJ Pee .Wee persona to an intimate dance floor along with an open bar, food, and views of Turn 4).
Vegas being Vegas, the race had DJs, just oh-so-much wealth, plenty of gambling-themed photo opportunities, Elvises, a wedding chapel in the Paddock, Shaq (because, obviously, Shaq had to be there), celebrity chefs, exotic cars, brands, brands, and more brands, and even Rihanna.
Garrix wasn’t surprised. As someone who has had a residency in Vegas for a decade and who travels the world — he frequently pops up at F1 races — he had a perspective few others shared. He watched the construction almost weekly, and still can’t believe the staff pulled it off in just under a year. But he stressed that this is only the beginning. Vegas has a tendency to make a big plan and merely fill in the details later. With proof of concept and time to iron out wrinkles ahead of next year, the race can evolve to match the skill Verstappen desperately craves, while continuing to add the flair that only the Strip can provide. It won’t always be smooth, it won’t always make sense, and it’ll always induce an eye-roll or two to those who haven’t offered themselves over to the kitsch and absurdity of Sin City. But it won’t be boring. And the Sphere will keep watch over us all.
The Platinum-selling artist went long from a hotel suite at the Cosmopolitan on the race, his friendship with Verstappen, his love for F1, and what makes Vegas so special.
Martin Rickman: What’s your relationship like with F1?
Martin Garrix: I love F1. I love the sport. I love the adrenaline. I love just the races, and the excitement. I’ve been very lucky to be part of a lot of races around the world together with Heineken and it’s cool. I’ve known Max since, I think I was 18 and he was 16 when we met. So it’s been very cool to see him rise to the phenomenon he’s now, but also I’m close to some of the other drivers and it’s cool because we’re doing something completely opposite. They’re very healthy. There are sportsmen, and I party and am up late at night, not on a regular schedule. So it’s cool to find a balance in the middle where we can meet and there’s actually a lot of points that we can relate on, which is nice.
Your lifestyle and what you’re asked to do, it does put a lot of strain on your body and your mind — traveling at different times, meeting different people, kind of having to stay on at all times. Drivers have a similar experience in different ways. Obviously, their physical is in the car, your physical is performing. Do you find that you guys relate to each other?
Yeah, I definitely think there’s a lot of things in common. Also, depending on the team, it’s teamwork. It’s a lot of pressure because in the end, it comes up on our performance. There are a lot of people doing everything they can in advance, etc. But in the moment itself, it’s you got to do well or you f*ck up. But F1 is a top sport. They’re in an amazing shape. They’re very, very aware of sleep, alcohol, everything, which is cool. It inspires me to live more healthily and it is amazing. We get to travel the world together. I’m not doing every race, but together with Heineken I’m doing Vegas, I did Mexico recently. I’m going to do China. I’m not sure if it’s announced yet. Canada was f*cking sick.
So there’s a lot of cool things. And it’s nice because I’m close to Daniel Ricciardo, Lando Norris, and Max, and we’re all at races for a completely different reason. They’re there to f*cking race. I’m there to entertain the audience after the race, but it’s nice to see friends all over the world. We get to travel together and there’s a lot of connecting points where we can actually, after they did their thing, after I did my thing, we can decompress together, which is nice.
What’s the most surprising thing about those three guys that maybe people don’t know about them?
I think it’s how dedicated they are to the sport. Some people they see, oh, drivers, they show up to the race, they race. Max every time I’m with him in his free time, he’s racing on the sim. It’s the craziest thing. All he does with F1 is racing, traveling, racing. You would expect him to be home and to relax, to decompress. But he’s still racing. He’s practicing the new circuits. He’s on the sim. Same thing for Lando, same thing for Daniel, and I can relate to it with music as well. Once you have a passion for something, it doesn’t feel like work and you want to get better. You want to bring your A-game. So it’s cool to see that because what I do is completely different, but there’s some similarities in a way.
Yeah, passion is universal.
And they’re passionate as f*ck. It’s amazing.
You talked about being inspired to do more things for yourself, to kind of keep yourself right, physically, and mentally. What are some of the things that you’re trying out that you’re learning?
I think the most important thing is to have routines. Find out your routine, find stuff you like. I love playing padel [tennis]. I love windsurfing. I picked up going to the gym again. So I think it’s a few things that, and also if you start your day with a workout for the rest of the day, you’re way more productive. You feel more good about everything. And there was a few years that I missed that mindset. It happens. But no, I feel really good. I’m excited about everything. I’ll work out and for the rest of the day, I’m like this, I want to do this, this, this. I’ll be more productive in the studio, which is good.
Do you know the first race you ever went to or when that was?
I think it was Singapore, the one with Dua Lipa, yeah, in 2018. And I was playing the after-show performance. The marina and looking out on it after the stage. It was cool. And just for me too, because you watch the races on TV, to be there in person, you hear the sound of the cars. It’s like the adrenaline, there’s nothing comparing to it. It’s raw. It’s f*cking hits you.
What are you working on now that has you really excited?
Everything. I’m working on a lot of music, like crazy amounts. I’m doing a score for a TV show. I started on it last year, but then the writers’ strike happened, so everything got delayed, but now it picked up again. So that’s exciting. There’s a lot of cool Garrix stuff coming. I’m working on some stuff for other artists writing-wise. There’s a lot of stuff in the works. I’m very excited. I think I finished a follow-up for my last single, I think I finished it two days ago. But it’s nice. It’s a good feeling once you’re in the studio and you make something and you’re confident enough effort towards to be like, oh, this might be the follow-up.
You’re really familiar with Vegas, and obviously a lot of people are coming into Vegas for the first time, or they’re F1 fans who aren’t as familiar with it. What is it about Las Vegas that makes this a good destination for F1?
I think Vegas is the city of entertainment. F1, besides being a sport, has a crazy amount of entertainment as well around the race. And I think people maybe this weekend in particular have wanted F1 to fail in the city because of the preparations, because of everything. But I do think Vegas, if you look at Monaco, the race has been there for f*cking god knows how long, and you build, you grow. This race has the potential to become one of the biggest races. It would be cool if they could make some adjustments to the tracks or make it a little bit more challenging. But listen, you see some shots of the f*cking track even in qualifying, and it looked insane.
It looked like a video game. Every single shot, you’re just like, how the f*ck is this real? And I do think a lot of people around the world, they see it. They’re like, oh my god, this looks crazy. But once you’re here, once you’re actually next to the circuit, it’s just, it is wild. So I’m excited to see how Vegas will grow, how Vegas will get better, but I can’t believe the amount of work they did in the last year. I’ve been to Vegas every other weekend, so I saw the progress of them trying to fix the asphalt, building the f*cking paddock. It’s actually ridiculous how much work they got done in a year. Some people are a little bit … maybe mean is not the right word, but they’re very judgmental towards everyone. I think what they did here is monumental, and I think this could become one of the biggest races in F1.
You said you’ve known Max since he was 16. How has he changed in the time since then?
Well, the funnest thing about Max is he has not changed one single bit. Same person. He’s just obsessed with racing. Even in his free time, whenever, if I’m touring and I get home, the last thing I want to do is DJ. My brain needs a little break, and I need to decompress. Max won in the Netherlands, and I flew with him to Monaco after the race, and we were on the plane, laughing, etc. Having a good time. I was like, ‘Hey man, let’s have some drinks’ He’s like, “No, man, I’m going to go Sim race.’ I’m like, “Bro, you’ve just f*cking won. You just won the race, you lunatic!” But he is inspiring. He’s so passionate about racing. And it’s a mindset, and especially for racers much like artists, you’re by yourself, you’re solo. But I feel like racers, they’re so strict on themselves. There was one time he came in second, this was I think eight years ago, and I was like, “Hey, congrats man, congrats on the podium.” This was before he won every race. And he looks at me straight, dead serious. He’s like, “Congrats on what? I’m the first to lose.” I’m like, “What the f*ck?”
It’s crazy. That mindset. If I’m second with anything, I’m like, f*ck yeah, I’m stoked. Of course, you want to be number one, but to see it as a loss? But I think that’s what makes him, him. Same thing for Daniel, and same thing for Lando. It’s like f*cking tunnel vision, which is amazing.
This interview has been briefly condensed and edited for clarity. Uproxx Sports was invited on a hosted trip to the F1 Vegas GP through Heineken for reporting on this piece. However, Heineken did not review or approve this story in any way. You can find out more about our policy on press trips/hostings here.
Next weekend, Beyoncé is gifting fans with Renaissance: A Film By Beyoncé, a concert film centered around Beyoncé’s Renaissance World Tour. The tour proved to be one of the year’s most critically acclaimed tours, and the Beyhive is dying to relive the show. Additionally, fans who weren’t able to make the sure during the first go-around are also looking forward to witnessing several iconic moments on-screen.
And with all things Beyoncé, fans know they are going to want to get their coins ready, as a major Beyoncé release doesn’t come without goodies.
Is there merch for Beyoncé’s Renaissance movie?
Like the Renaissance World Tour and the album itself, Renaissance: A Film By Beyoncé will be accompanied by special merchandise. At AMC Theatres, fans will be able to purchase a large collectible fountain drink cup for $12.99 and a popcorn container for $22.99. Additionally, fans can also try the Alien Superstar cocktail at AMC’s MacGuffin’s Bar. Named after a song on Bey’s Renaissance album, the Alien Superstar is AMC’s take on a Paloma, made with tequila and gin, “with a splash of sophistication, a touch of fierceness, and a crown of bubbles,” according to AMC’s website.
Renaissance: A Film By Beyoncé arrives in theaters 12/1. Find more information here.
Ex-Bad Boy executive Harve Pierre is currently facing a sexual assault lawsuit from a former assistant at the label owned by Diddy. The anonymous plaintiff accuses Pierre of preying on them “on multiple occasions in New York City and other locations throughout the country,” according to court documents obtained by The Fader. The alleged victim filed the complaint in New York County Supreme Court on Tuesday.
“Pierre used his position of authority as plaintiff’s boss to groom, exploit, and sexually assault her,” the filing reads. “Pierre engaged in a year-long pattern of grooming plaintiff, leading to sexual harassment of plaintiff, and sexual assault.”
NEW YORK, NY – JANUARY 27: Cassie (L) and recording artist Sean “Diddy” Combs attend the Clive. Davis and Recording Academy Pre-GRAMMY Gala and GRAMMY Salute to Industry Icons Honoring Jay-Z on January 27, 2018 in New York City. (Photo by Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic)
The plaintiff further cites physical, emotional, and psychological injuries that they want to be “fully and fairly compensated” for in response to their experience. The filing continues: “Pierre used his position of authority as plaintiff’s boss to groom, exploit, and sexually assault her. Pierre engaged in a year-long pattern of grooming plaintiff, leading to sexual harassment of plaintiff, and sexual assault.”
News of the lawsuit comes just days after Cassie filed a similar lawsuit against the Bad Boy owner, Diddy. She came forth with numerous allegations including rape, physical abuse, and much more. Less than 24 hours later, the two parties agreed on a settlement, which reportedly landed Cassie $30 million to drop her legal action. “I have decided to resolve this matter amicably on terms that I have some level of control,” Cassie wrote in a statement. “I want to thank my family, fans and lawyers for their unwavering support.” In his own statement, Diddy added: “We have decided to resolve this matter amicably. I wish Cassie and her family all the best. Love.” Be on the lookout for further updates on the lawsuit against Harve Pierre as well as Diddy and Cassie on HotNewHipHop.
Love & Hip-Hop Miami star Vonshae Taylor-Morales has had a turbulent past few months. Most of it spawned from her association with Gunplay. The trouble started back in March when he was arrested for allegedly pointing a rifle at Morales while she was holding the pair’s child. As a result, she was granted a restraining order from Gunplay and granted custody of their child.
But last month there was even more drama when Gunplay was arrested once again. He apparently repeatedly violated the restraining order with a GPS in his ankle monitor alerting police when he tried to approach Vonshae’s home. That incident resulted in a robust response from Morales. “Regardless of how the public may feel about my mistakes and recent choices, I am still human. No mother and child should have to constantly uproot their life and live in fear of a man. I really want to take this time to heal in a safe space. Put all of this behind me and get on the path I started on before I met him. I can admit I have been under intense stress and pressure this past year. I haven’t handle any of it the best way,” her response reads.
Now, Vonshae appears to be quickly moving on from the situation. “Big Boss Energy” she captioned an Instagram photo earlier this week. In the pic, she appears to be going Instagram official with a new man following all the Gunplay drama. But many fans reacted to the post with claims that she was moving too quickly. “Something about her is just off to me it’s giving hoping gunplay see it,” one of the top comments on a post recapping the reveal reads.
All of that came even before she went on Instagram live with her new boo. During the livestream she claimed that if she had another baby, she was going to get married first. What do you think of Vonshae quickly going Instagram official with her new boyfriend? Let us know in the comment section below.
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