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DJ Akademiks Teases The Release Of New Diss Records: “Waiting…”

May 8, 2024 by newhiphopnews

DJ Akademiks’ profile has risen significantly since the Drake and Kendrick Lamar battle started. He got sampled on a song, name-dropped on a song, and has been lionized as one of the main sources for new information. The internet personality was the one who confirmed that the battle stemmed from Lamar’s decision to turn down a guest spot on Drake’s “First Person Shooter.” He continued to tease his insider information on May 8. According to Ak, fans should begin preparing for brand new diss tracks.

DJ Akademiks revved up the fans when he posted a cryptic message on his Instagram Story. An all black background served as the basis for white text that read: “Waiting on a few records.” He threw a smiling emoji in for good measure, suggesting that fans are going to be in for a treat. The thing that makes Ak’s post cryptic, though, is that he doesn’t specify which rapper is dropping new music. It’s safe to assume Drake or Kendrick Lamar are the most likely candidates. This is bolstered by the fact that Akademiks said a diss track was originally supposed to drop on May 7. The only reason it didn’t was because there was a shooting at Drake’s mansion in Toronto.

DJ Akademiks Claims New Disses Are On The Way

Akademiks via his IG story

What records y’all think he waiting on?? pic.twitter.com/v1kh6yTVgn

— ALMIGHTEE. (@realalmightee) May 8, 2024

“There was supposed to be some new music today,” Ak said via stream. “I’m not saying from who nor am I gonna confirm from either party that we’ve really been interested in.” There’s been widespread debate as to whether Drake will drop a second consecutive diss, after “The Heart Part 6,” or if Lamar will rattle off a response. Drake’s last diss received mixed reviews from listeners, and currently has more dislikes than likes on YouTube, so it may be in his best interest to try again. Lamar has stated, however, that he’s got plenty more songs tucked away.

Another theory circulating online is that the songs Ak teased were not from Drake or Lamar. Some have posited that they disses from two completely different artists. The Game, for example, has been throwing jabs at Rick Ross over social media. The Game loves to battle, as he’s seen from his two decade career, and he recently criticized the way that current rappers like J. Cole have gone “soft.” We could easily see a world in which Game decides to declare war on Rozay. As it stands, DJ Akademiks is the only one with the release info. Hopefully he’s telling the truth, and we get to hear these “records” soon.

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Young Thug Dances To “Halftime” In Court, Makes His Lawyer Laugh: Watch

May 8, 2024 by newhiphopnews

It’s no secret that Young Thug has a solid relationship with his lawyer, Brian Steel. The criminal defense attorney has been representing the rapper throughout his ongoing YSL RICO trial, which is on track to becoming the longest in Georgia’s state history. Late last month, the two of them were photographed mid-fist bump, an image that many have since called fit for an album cover.

Today was day 73, and saw the state present the music video for Young Thug’s 2015 Barter 6 track, “Halftime.” They played the video in the courtroom, and evidently, Thug just couldn’t help but dance. In a new clip making its rounds online, the performer is seen vibing to the track, garnering the attention of Steel who looks on and laughs.

Day 73 Of Young Thug’s YSL RICO Trial

Of course, seeing the two of them in good spirits has fans feeling somewhat relieved, though the stakes in the case remain high. Young Thug could face a hefty prison sentence if the trial doesn’t go the way he hopes. He’s appeared confident, albeit worn down in recent court appearances, indicating that the trial’s taken its toll on him. The state’s lengthy list of witnesses would likely leave anyone jaded, and Thugger’s been behind bars for two years already.

Last month, the state paired down its list of witnesses, removing several including Lil Wayne. Earlier this month, however, prosecutors attempted to introduce clips of an alleged argument between Lil Wayne and Young Thug before a 2015 shooting involving his tour bus as evidence. Judge Ural Glanville denied the attempt, insisting that it can’t be used unless Lil Wayne testifies. Birdman, Rich Homie Quan, and YFN Lucci could also potentially be called as witnesses. What do you think of Young Thug and his lawyer vibing to his song in court? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below, and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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Ice Cube Doesn’t Like Watching Drake And Kendrick Lamar Battle

May 8, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Ice Cube’s venomous pen is legendary. He took on N.W.A. and beat them single-handedly with the diss classic “No Vaseline.” He took it to Common and conscious hip-hop with “Westside Slaughterhouse.”He even wrote the definitive police diss with N.W.A.’s “F**k tha Police.” If any rapper seems like they’d be all for the current battle between Drake and Kendrick Lamar, it would be Ice Cube. This is what makes his stance on the matter so surprising. Not only did Cube refuse to pick sides in the battle, but he claimed that he hasn’t enjoyed watching it.

Ice Cube appeared on Canada’s E-Talk to discuss the battle. He was forthright with the host, admitting that he wasn’t really a fan of watching rappers go back-and-forth when he isn’t involved. His reasoning? The global reach of hip-hop music. In Cube’s estimation, battles have become so big that rappers risk being humiliated in front of the whole world. That’s not something he wants to champion. “All walks of life know what’s going on,” he asserted. “And some people can’t really take that kind of humiliation. I don’t really like seeing rappers beef.”

Ice Cube Laments The “Humiliation” Of Rap Beef

Cube was also quick to reference the violence that rap battles could spark. He was it firsthand during the 1990s, which is partially why he agreed to make peace with Common in 1997. “Beefs are volatile,” he told the host. “You always have to be careful that a beef doesn’t turn into a murder. Back in the day, you’d do a diss record, but it would stay somewhat in the Hip Hop community.” Despite taking a mature angle to the current battle, Cube said he understood why Drake and Lamar were hashing their problems out on record. “It happens,” he added. “Hey, it’s part of the game.”

Ice Cube has voiced appreciation for Drake in the past, but he holds Lamar in much higher regard. He claimed that K. Dot has been “carrying” the West Coast since the 2010s. During a 2012 interview with HipHopDX, Cube praised the Compton rapper for quoting him on the album good kid, m.A.A.d City. “You can respect an artist like that,”Cube stated. “When true talent steps on the scene, it should be rewarded, whether it’s deep music that grips your soul or it’s just booty-shaking music.”

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Cardi B Fires Back Amid Backlash For Forgetting Designer’s Name At Met Gala

May 8, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Earlier this week, Cardi B turned heads at the 2024 Met Gala in a massive jaw-dropping black gown. Unfortunately, however, she forgot who designed it when asked on the carpet. During a chat with Emma Chamberlain, Cardi hyped up the incredible dress, describing the designer as “Asian and everything.” The mind behind the dress was Chinese designer Sensen Lii of Windowsen, though the name escaped the femcee at the time.

As expected, the forgotten name got Cardi quite a bit of backlash online, including from Vogue‘s former managing director Gilbert Cheah. Some social media users even accused her of being racist by chalking the designer up to his ethnicity. In a new clip, Cardi B addressed the situation, coming to her own defense. According to her, she had a lot on her mind as she made her way down the carpet alongside her seven dress holders, and simply forgot how to pronounce Lii’s name.

Cardi B Says She Had A Lot On Her Mind At The Met Gala

Moreover, Cardi claims to have described Lii as “Asian” because she wasn’t sure of his nationality and didn’t want to get it wrong. She says that her intention wasn’t to offend anybody, but the outrage over the moment has since taken away from all of the work her team put into the look. Lii has yet to address the debacle. In her response, Cardi was also sure to throw a jab at Cheah for calling her out, emphasizing the fact that he no longer works for Vogue.

What do you think of Cardi B’s Sensen Lii Met Gala gown? What about her explanation for how she described the designer on the carpet? Do you think she deserves the backlash she’s received for the moment online, or are social media users just overreacting? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below, and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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Why Are Sukihana And JT Beefing?

May 8, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Seems like it’s beefing season in the rap world. While Kendrick Lamar and Drake have been at each other’s throats for the past few weeks, other rappers aren’t mincing words with each other. Today (May 8) rapper Sukihana released “Cocaine,” on which, Suki accuses JT of City Girls of using the titular drug. She also has some other scathing bars for JT and her boyfriend, Lil Uzi Vert.

While the beef has fans divided, many are confused as to when and how the beef began.

Why are Sukihana and JT beefing?

Neither Suki nor JT have explained why they’re at odds with each other. But shortly after the release of JT’s solo single “Okay,” a line seemed to strike a cord with Suki.

On “Okay,” JT raps “She ate crab legs, now her whole tooth missin’/ Cheap ass veneers, you stay talkin’ sh*t/ Put a marker to this b*tch, she’s so counterfeit.”

At the time of the song’s release, Suki was in jail for possession of codeine and ecstasy, with intent to distribute. After her release, she took to Instagram live, and shared that people had been tagging her in posts featuring the song. After the fact, she immediately caught onto the “crab legs” line.

“We all know I did break my teeth on some crab legs,” said Suki. “I love crab legs, that’s normal sh*t. I posted it, it’s real sh*t and I’m living my truth. But I don’t talk sh*t about b*tches. I always show b*tches love. Never hate on a b*tch. Never call a b*tch names.”

JT is currently gearing up to drop her solo debut project City Cinderella.

YG Called Out By Bricc Baby Over The Quality Of His New Song

May 8, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Last month, YG released his new single “KNOCKA.” It’s technically his second new song of 2024 after collaborating with Stunna Girl on the single “Stand Up” back in January. They’re following up his collaborative Playlist/Album Hit Me When U Leave The Klub with Tyga, which dropped last year. They were originally intended to go on a tour that also included Saweetie in support of the project but it was eventually canceled before it could get under way.

Despite some love for his new music from fans and critics, not everyone is enjoying it. In a new video shared to his Instagram story Bricc Baby calls out YG. He claims that the west coast star needs to step his bars up. He also claims that there are plenty of other smaller rappers in California trying to make a name for themselves that are making better material right now. In the comments, fans point out that the “FDT” rapper has often claimed that his music is much more about hard-hitting beats and party vibes than lyrical details. Check out Bricc Baby’s video and the variety of fan reactions to it below.

Bricc Baby Criticizes YG’s New Single “KNOCKA”

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Dating back to last year, YG has found himself in a bit of an on-again-off-again relationship with Saweetie. The pair have collaborated a few times on record before and started hitting the town together regularly last year. But it didn’t seem to last as they officially announced a break-up earlier this year. Though not long after that the pair were suddenly being spotted together again and shared a surprisingly intimate moment on stage during Rolling Loud Los Angeles. A few weeks later they went Twitter official with their rekindled relationship.

What do you think of Bricc Baby’s video calling out YG for his new single not having very compelling bars? Do you agree with him that there are better California rappers who fans could be paying attention to? Let us know in the comment section below.

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Wyclef Jean Supports Drake Vs Kendrick Lamar Battle: “Anything Goes”

May 8, 2024 by newhiphopnews

You aren’t a viable member of the hip-hop community if you don’t make a statement on the Drake vs. Kendrick Lamar battle. At least, it feels that way. Every notable rapper from the 1980s to the present has weighed in on the conflict and chosen sides. Some have criticized Drake and Lamar for going too far and making the battle personal. Others have championed their dedication and their willingness to push the boundaries. Charlamagne tha God dubbed it the greatest rap battle he’s ever seen. Wyclef Jean is the latest legend to give his two cents, and he mostly agrees with Charlamagne.

Wyclef Jean, who rose to fame in the 1990s, fully supports the Drake vs. Kendrick Lamar battle. He neglected to mention which artist he picks as the current winner, but he had praise for both sides. He was even okay with the fact that Drake and Lamar were hitting below the belt with their disses. Wyclef shared his thoughts on X (formerly Twitter), along with some context. “As someone who came up with Battle Rap being part of our culture in New Jersey and Brooklyn her[e] is my opinion as a Fugee,” he prefaced.

Wyclef Jean Encourages Drake & Dot To Keep Responding

As someone who came up with Battle Rap being part of our culture in New Jersey and Brooklyn her is my opinion as a Fugee pic.twitter.com/unX2FbjVDx

— Wyclef Jean (@wyclef) May 6, 2024

From there, the Fugees frontman laid out the ground rules for a rap battle as he sees them. The most important rule? That anything was up for grabs. “Drake Vs Kendrick,” he posited. “In True Form of Battle Rap, anything goes.” Wyclef Jean went as far as to endorse multiple responses if it meant getting the upper hand in a battle. “The key is to be ready with what’s called a Rebuttal,” he posited. “Which means you get to respond back to every Diss track as it comes out. You get to put facts to any lies that you feel your opponent has cast on you…”

Wyclef Jean may be best remembered for his genre fusions, but he does have battle experience. He went at it with LL Cool J on the 1998 song “Retaliation.” The rappers eventually squashed their beef at Big Pun’s funeral two years later. Wyclef also had tension with Fugees bandmates Lauryn Hill and Pras, with the former putting out the Grammy-winning diss “Lost Ones” about him. The group has since made up and even performed together onstage.

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ASAP Rocky Buys A Chain of His Own Rolling Loud Outfit

May 8, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Last year, ASAP Rocky took to the stage for Rolling Loud Miami and delivered a pretty memorable performance. In addition to him unpacking plenty of fan-favorite songs even amidst cries for new music, he also debuted a pretty memorable fit during the performance. But the fit he wore didn’t just live on in the minds of fans in attendance and watching at home, he also seems to like it quite a bit himself. That’s why he just dropped a bag on a new accessory commemorating the performance.

Celebrity jeweler Alex Moss took to Instagram to share a video of the newest chain Rocky purchased. It’s a BAPE-inspired piece that used impressive detail to recreate his outfit with jewels. The video he shared featured up close videos of the chain contrasted by videos of Rocky’s actual outfit during the performance. In the caption he teases Rocky’s new album DON’T BE DUMB which Rihanna claimed the rapper is still hard at work on. In the comments, fans continue to crack jokes about the lack of material the “Sundress” rapper has dropped in recent years. Check out the new chain he ordered below.

ASAP Rocky’s New Chain Of His Rolling Loud Fit

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The most recent tease of Rocky’s new album came during a pop-up he threw over the weekend. It was in collaboration with Puma and while plenty of headlines went to Rihanna debuting new hair during the same event. Last month, Rihanna gave one of the most obvious signals that Rocky’s new music could be on the way soon. She was willing to reveal that he’s working hard on and new album and is even collaborating with her on her new album. Both musicians have been teasing new releases for years now.

What do you think of ASAP Rocky’s new chain inspired by his outfit at Rolling Loud last year? Do you think his new album DON’T BE DUMB will actually drop at some point this year? Let us know in the comment section below.

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Drake Had An Attempted Break-In At His Toronto Mansion

May 8, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Just a day after a security guard was shot near Drake’s Toronto home, police detained an intruder during an attempted break-in, according to Complex. The would-be intruder was taken to get medical assistance, per a statement from Toronto Police Service to Complex. “Officers were called after a person attempted to gain access to the property,” it read. “The person was apprehended under the mental health act and taken to get medical assistance.”

Meanwhile, just a day ago (May 7), police were called to Drake’s residence following reports of a shooting, with one man taken to the hospital with serious injuries. A later report from CBC noted, “Early details from the initial call suggest the victim was a security guard at the home who appears to have been shot in a drive-by attack.” The security guard was wounded in the chest and taken to a nearby hospital for surgery.

Some fans have noted that the incident followed a contentious rap battle between Drake and fellow rapper Kendrick Lamar. On Sunday (May 4), Kendrick had released a diss track titled “Not Like Us” paired with an aerial photo of Drake’s Toronto home. While there’s no evidence that the shooting or the home invasion are connected to the feud, their proximity to the release of the song — and another, “Meet The Grahams,” in which Kendrick rhymes “I think n****s like [Drake] should die” — will undoubtedly fuel theories of a connection online.

Of course, this isn’t the first time that Drake has had to deal with intruders. In 2022, he filed a restraining order against a woman who had previously broken into his home in Los Angeles and sent him threatening emails.

Camila Cabello And Lil Nas X Are ‘Dancefloor Connoisseurs’ On Their Upcoming Single, ‘He Knows’

May 8, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Both Camila Cabello and Lil Nas X are experiencing career Renaissances, of sorts, so it makes sense that they would team up in the midst of all this rebirth to drop an unexpected, but not wholly unsurprising, collaboration on their fans. “He Knows” is due on Friday, May 10, and promises to put to be an upbeat, witty single, judging by the presumed lyrics that Cabello shared in her social media announcement: “She’s a provocateur, dancefloor connoisseur,” she wrote.

SHE’S A PROVOCATEUR, DANCEFLOOR CONNOISSEUR

HE KNOWS FT @LILNASX

FRIDAYhttps://t.co/V2sH5iWfBM pic.twitter.com/YLRxFJVSjP

— camila (@Camila_Cabello) May 8, 2024

“He Knows” is Cabello’s second single of the year — and second to employ a genre-bending rapper — after the Playboi Carti-featuring “I Luv It.” The two singles in rapid succession precede Camila’s upcoming album C, XOXO, which will be the former girl group member’s first new collection of music in over two years. Her last album was 2022’s Familia. C, XOXO is slated for release on June 28 via Geffen and Interscope (her first under the new label partnership after leaving Epic in late 2022.

Lil Nas X, meanwhile, has been slowly releasing his mixtape Nasarati 2 on SoundCloud, with four tracks out so far. He also recently teamed up with Kevin Abstract for their long-awaited collaboration, “Tennessee.”

Camila Cabello and Lil Nas X’s “He Knows” is due on 5/10. You can get more info here.