Nicki Minaj is making waves in the sneaker world with the release of 11 new colorways in collaboration with vegan brand LØCI. Today marks the launch of these vibrant kicks, showcasing Nicki’s signature pink and purple vibes. As a fashion icon and trendsetter, Nicki’s collaboration with LØCI brings a fresh and bold take on vegan sneakers. Each pair in the collection boasts unique designs and eye-catching colors, reflecting Nicki’s fearless style and personality. From bright pinks to deep purples, these sneakers are sure to turn heads and make a statement.
With her influence and LØCI’s expertise in vegan footwear, these sneakers offer both style and substance. Plus, knowing that they’re ethically made only adds to their appeal. Nicki’s fans have been eagerly awaiting the release of her collaboration with LØCI, and the wait is finally over. With 11 new colorways to choose from, there’s something for everyone in this exciting collection. Whether you’re a die-hard Nicki fan or simply appreciate stylish and eco-friendly sneakers, these kicks are sure to be a hit. Her collaboration with LØCI marks a significant milestone in her career.
As you might expect, the sneakers seemingly feature vibrant colorways. Pink and purple tones dominate, channeling Nicki’s personal fashion. Nicki Minaj’s face can be located on the tongues, adding some personal branding to the sneakers.
Nicki Minaj’s new LØCI sneakers are all set to be released today, April 12th, at 1 PM Eastern via the LØCI website. Also, the retail price of the sneakers isn’t known as of now. Further, make sure to let us know what you think about these kicks in the comments below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the most recent updates and news from the sneaker community. We’ll make sure to offer you the newest products from the most notable brands.
J. Cole is now in everyone’s line of sight, as Symba has sent a brutal diss his way earlier today. For those who are unaware Symba is an extremely talented songwriter and performer from the Bay Area. If there was someone who was going to attack J. Cole, he has the pen game to tangle with the best. With the Dreamville label head apologizing to Kendrick Lamar after “dissing” him on “7 Minute Drill,” a lot of people were turned off by it. Symba can confidently say he is a part of that camp after ripping into Cole on his new diss track “Control Freestyle.”
He decided to release it on YouTube only, which makes sense for a song like this. But with its limited exposure, it is still making waves on the internet. Fans are loving how someone was not afraid to share how frustrated they were with how Cole handled this entire situation. For example, one fan commented under the video, “I SUPPORT THIS MESSAGE: The streets are hungry. This is DAMN sure NEEDED after the apology. Thank you, Symba.”
XXL was able to breakdown the lyrics and they really convey feelings of utter disappointment from Symba. “I looked the devil dead in his eyes like I ain’t scared to die / For damn sure ain’t scared to go to war with a friend of mine / Pushing through sunset lighting up with the top down / Barbershop convos ’bout who sit at the top now / The Big 3 f***ed up, Cole gave up his spot now / Can’t say you top five if you scared to be hostile.” Symba then goes for the jugular, “I remember feeling your pain when you let Nas down / But you done let Bas down and Cozz down / You done let the squad down / Can’t say you the goat if you ain’t poppin ’em / We ain’t tryna hear all them apologies / Dot told you n****s that he usually homeboys with who he rhymin’ with / But this is hip-hop and you n****s should know what time it is.”
What are your thoughts on this diss from Symba toward J. Cole on his “Control Freestyle?” Was this a warranted attack, why or why not? Do you see Cole doing anything about this, considering how he handled Kendrick Lamar? Is this the coldest diss track of the year so far, why or why not? We would like to hear what you have to say, so be sure to leave your takes in the comments section. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest news surrounding J. Cole and Symba. Finally, stay with us for everything else going on around the music world.
GloRilla, the Memphis-based rapper, recently made a guest appearance on the Club Shay Shay podcast, hosted by Shannon Sharpe. As a star rapidly on the rise, all eyes are on GloRilla yet she sometimes finds herself at the center of controversy and social media discourse. During her appearance on the podcast, the bold rapper took to the podcast to share about her childhood, as well as dream collabs, and influences. She also candidly discussed her latest mixtape, Ehhthang Ehhthang, revealing insights into her creative process and artistic vision. Here are some of the biggest takeaways from the interview.
“@yogotti be like @beyonce to the BS. He be like, ‘Don’t worry about it.’ … I got God on my side. Stuff can seem slow at one point, but like they say, ‘He may not come when you want him, but he’s going to always be there.’” – @GloTheofficialpic.twitter.com/YCfAjoklGO
During the interview, GloRilla opened up to Shannon Sharpe about how Yo Gotti mentors her and his influence on her music. “One thing about me, I don’t record a lot,” she began. “Like if I don’t like a song I’mma scratch it, like the moment I write it and it’s not good, I’m not going to record or nothing. And so, like I could be in the studio for 10 hours, write two songs not like them and I won’t record. He just be telling me like ‘Record them, every song. It might end up being good.’ And I don’t think it’s good,right? You know what I’m saying. Every song you make not just gonna be like that but just do it. You never know what the song gonna do.”
GloRilla Tells Shannon Sharpen She Welcomes Criticism
Moving forward with the interview, the topic of criticism came up. When Shannon Sharpe asked about how she blocks all the noise, GloRilla revealed that she doesn’t. Instead, she listens to it and makes corrections. “The thing with me is, criticism I like it,” she said. “All my friends know when I talk to them, I’m the most blunt person they ever meet…Don’t lie to me like tell me criticism because when I go out in the public, they going to say it anyway. So, it’s certain shit that I take from criticism like when people be talking shit like ‘oh she did this. It’s this, it’s that.’ Okay, I’m going to take heed to that right and fix it.”
During the Club Shay Shay interview, GloRilla revealed a few artists that she would love to collaborate with, and why. Dropping big names like Beyonce, Drake, and Lil Wayne, GloRilla built her dream collab. “Five people I want to collab with I haven’t collab with,” she started. “Number one, Beyonce. Number two would be Drake and Lil Wayne, I love them.” Future and Chief Keef rounded out her 5-man team. “I grew up on Beyonce,” she continued. “She forever going to be my favorite artist of all time. Lil Wayne and Drake, they just like lyrical beasts. I love they swag and their approach to songs, and how they come on the beats and shit. Chief Keef just was young and turnt like, he was the first young turnt rapper I ever knew about… Future just a GOAT.”
GloRilla Opened Up About Her Childhood
. @GloTheofficial‘s Childhood: 10 Kids, Rats, Roaches, Air Mattress, Children’s Services, No Holidays
“We used to be jackin’. That’s what a lot of people in one house gon do though… we used to get on each other’s nerves, and pick on each other and fight.” pic.twitter.com/MB84aLbolq
On Club Shay Shay, GloRilla opened up about her childhood days, especially living in a house with nine siblings. Being the eighth child herself, the rapper revealed that things were quite hard for her and her brothers and sisters. “Just imagine, it was a lot of us so we used to get on each other nerves and pick on each other and fight,” she said. “Well, we love each other at the end of the day though… We used to get whoopings.”
She also spoke about life being homeschooled, and the circumstances that led to her and her siblings enrolling in school. “Like every child got whoopings, but my sister didn’t,” she continued. “So, she used to call DCS on my mama and she was like, ‘my momma used to beat on us and we weren’t learning nothing in homeschool’ and all this stuff. And so, my mama had to put us in school after that.”
Her Frustrations With Social Media’s Double Standards
. @GloTheofficial On Body Shaming & Social Media Being Harder on Women vs Men
“A dude can be ugly as hell, but if he bumping they don’t give a f*ck… if they think your feet too big, anything, they just gon talk about you all the time. You a female, you supposed to be perfect.” pic.twitter.com/sY1tM7gLmK
Speaking on how social media netizens held double standards, GloRilla explained to Shannon Sharpe her views and experiences with how the internet offers little grace for women compared to men. “They be hard on us. Social media be way harder on females than men you think,” she insisted. “So because a n***a can be ugly as hell but if he bumping, they don’t give a shit. ‘oh my God we love you.’ If they don’t like a certain part of your body, they think you too skinny, they think your feet too big or anything, they just going to talk about you all the time. Like they like, ‘oh you’re a female. You supposed to be perfect.’ They don’t hold men to the ‘being perfect’ standard. They hold women to that.”
GloRilla’s latest mixtape, Ehhthang Ehhthang, carries a multifaceted message that resonates with the pulse of contemporary Hip Hop culture. Expectedly, the Memphis gem leans into her thick Southerness all through. As a result, the mixtape is a blunt journey through the sweltering streets and the unfiltered narratives of the South. Ehhthang Ehhthang is a nod to authenticity and a reminder that staying true to oneself is an art form.
Straightaway, on “Yeah Glo!,” GloRilla flexes her lyrical muscles. She proclaims superiority over haters, flaunts her luxurious lifestyle, and delivers a hook that sticks like glue. Its unapologetic swagger becomes an invitation to join her in the spotlight. A definitive album opener, it sets the scene for the bold rap star. Moreover, GloRilla is also comfortable with her badassery. Take “Opp Sh*t” for example, a song about having to navigate love in hostile territory. Aggressive rap meets a hard-as-concrete beat, creating a concoction stronger than a four-horsemen drink. But the real gem? Her vivid storytelling keeps you on the edge, waiting for the next twist. It’s an in-your-face ode to heartbreak, convention, and probably even familial loyalty. The former choir girl is keeping things 100, asserting her gospel truth.
Balancing Tradition And Innovation
Tracks like “All Dere” also pay homage to the golden era of Hip Hop. GloRilla’s flow rides the beats like a seasoned surfer catching the perfect wave but she doesn’t stop there. She sprinkles her lyrics with modern references — Instagram flexing, crypto investments, and late-night Uber rides. It’s both a wink to the past and a nod to the present.
Furthermore, it’s important to think of the mixtape as a time machine that transports listeners to sweaty dance floors, neon-lit alleys, and the raw energy of underground parties from the late 90s and early 2000s. The beats evoke memories of boomboxes, breakdancing, and boom-bap. But this isn’t a mere throwback; it’s a reinvention. On Ehhthang Ehhthang, GloRilla takes the familiar and injects it with her own swag. By adding trap snares, distorted synths, and unexpected samples, the production boosts the album’s diverse sound. However, there’s a flip side. Some beats lack cohesion. They stumble, unsure of their identity. It’s as if they’re caught between two worlds — a nostalgic era and the trap-infused present. GloRilla, like a tightrope walker, navigates this balancing act as best she can though. She teeters on the edge, occasionally slipping into mediocrity but when she finds her footing, magic happens.
Collaborations play a pivotal role in the mixtape. Whether it’s the undeniable chemistry with MoneyBagg Yo on “All Dere,” or the fierce energy alongside Megan Thee Stallion on “Wanna Be,” GloRilla thrives in partnership. These features were nearly magical, becoming a testament to the power of collective creativity. Unfortunately, though, not all of GloRilla’s guests shine this way on Ehhthang Ehhthang.
The mixtape includes a few other artists whose verses sometimes feel like obligatory pit stops rather than memorable collaborations. It’s nothing much to worry about, however; GloRilla herself remains the undisputed star. Her lyrical prowess is a beacon: sharp, unapologetic, and dripping with Southern charm. She can rap circles around most, and she knows it. Her verses are a masterclass in assertiveness, she’s definitely not one to play second fiddle.
On Ehhthang Ehhthang, GloRilla Touches All Bases
Throughout the album, GloRilla exudes energy. It’s infectious, like a fever spreading through a packed club. The beats pulse, urging listeners to move — whether they’re in a dimly lit room or nodding along during their morning commute. But here’s the paradox: while the overall experience is enjoyable, some individual songs fall into the “okay” category. They’re like snapshots — moments frozen in time, capturing the adrenaline rush but lacking depth.
Nonetheless, the club anthems to the introspective tracks, GloRilla paints a vivid picture of life’s highs and lows. She doesn’t shy away from the darker corners — the love for drugs, the tangled relationships, and the late-night escapades. It’s a raw exploration of human experiences, set against a backdrop of bass-heavy beats.
In the grand scheme, GloRilla’s trajectory is more than promising. If she hones her production choices, curates features that match her intensity, and continues to elevate her craft, her full-length debut could catapult her to the next level. She’s already among the best on CMG (Collective Music Group), and her star continues to rise. Ehhthang Ehhthang seems to be a mega-sized stepping stone, and it’s evidently just a glimpse of what’s to come for GloRilla. So keep your eyes on the horizon, because this Memphis native is seeking to rewrite the playbook.
“N****s swear they b*tch the baddest, I just bagged the worst one
N****s in they feelings over women, what, you hurt or somethin’?
I smash before you birthed, son, Flacko hit it first, son
Still don’ trust you, it’s always us, never them
Heard you dropped your latest sh*t
Funny how it just came and went (Ha-ha-ha).”
The verse appears to reference Rocky having a sexual encounter with Sophie Brussaux, the mother of Drake’s son Adonis. The last two lines also seem to be taking a dig at Drake’s album For All The Dogs.
Drake has so far not explicitly responded to any of the recent disses he’s faced, except perhaps via cryptic messages.
Listen to “Show Of Hands” above.
We Still Don’t Trust You is out now via Epic Records/Boominati Worldwide/Republic Records. Find more information here.
As if J Cole hadn’t shocked the world back-to-back already with a Kendrick Lamar diss and a walk-back of it, he had one more surprise in store. Well, in reality, Future and Metro Boomin had it, as they included a feature from the Dreamville boss on their new album WE STILL DON’T TRUST YOU. On the cut “Red Leather,” Cole has a couple of bars that seem to address how he apologized to Kendrick for his diss, saying that it didn’t feel right with his spirit last Sunday (April 7). While it’s unclear whether he recorded this before or after this whole situation, it still couldn’t have come at a more fitting time considering the context.
“My energy was never on some toughest n***a s**t / I was just a conscious rapper that would f**k a n***a b***h,” J. Cole raps on “Red Leather.” Specifically, he ties a lot of this into his relationship with the streets (“Kept my nose out the streets, but I love to get a whiff“) and why he really presented that image in the first place (“The blicks get to blasting, I turn into a track star / Wanted all the h*es, what the f**k you think I rap for?“). Either way, it paints a pretty compelling picture, albeit one that he should’ve stood by in the first place instead of dropping “7 Minute Drill.” But the better late than never reversal indicates that the North Carolina MC truly had a change of heart and perspective.
Also, this J. Cole feature is interesting for what it means for Future and Metro Boomin, the latter of which had joked about Cole making sleepy music way back in the day. It seems like he “switched sides” on Drake, if he ever really took his side to begin with, and the duo is walking back on their alleged animosity against the “Neighbors” spitter, or at least what subtle shots or observations were relayed through Kendrick Lamar’s “Like That” feature. Does this mean they trust him now? There are a lot of confusing and probably not that deep loyalties and relationships to keep track of right now.
Overall, what we can safely say is that, albeit a little dead-pan and unexciting, this was a pretty solid Cole verse, even if the shock of it will overshadow its actual content. Others on WE STILL DON’T TRUST YOU like A$AP Rocky not only provided even better performances, but threw their hat into the Drake diss ring too… at least, allegedly. Maybe J. Cole will be the one to mediate peace between both sides, and “Red Leather” is a bright indication that things will begin to heal after this civil war. To find out whether that’s just wishful thinking on our end, or if hip-hop really goes hard in its competitive roots, check back in with HNHH.
If you have been paying the slightest attention to news in hip-hop, you know that everyone seems to be on the “screw Drake” energy. Artists have been sending shots at The Boy for years. However, the animosity has been at an all-time high in 2024. It ramped up immediately after Kendrick Lamar’s direct attack on “Like That” from Metro Boomin and Future’s WE DON’T TRUST YOU. Now, three weeks later, the list of names has expanded on the sequel project WE STILL DON’T TRUST YOU.The Weeknd is one of the next people to be dissing Drake and we are here to breakdown the lyrics.
The bars up for discussion appear on one The Weeknd’s many features on the album, “All to Myself.” It goes on the second verse where Abel is actually singing his diss. “They could never diss my brothers, baby (Future) / When they got leaks in they operation / I thank God that I never signed my life away… They shooters makin’ TikToks / Got us laughin’ in the Lambo (Yeah).” It seems what The Weeknd is focusing on with Drake are the subtle attacks toward Future and Metro, as well as OVO versus XO.
Drake and Tesfaye were close early on in their careers, especially during the years of Take Care and Kiss Land. Drizzy was looking to sign the fellow Canadian to his OVO label, but he declined it. There was also speculation that Drake was taking too much credit for The Weeknd’s career, while simultaneously not giving the R&B icon enough kudos for the work he did on Take Care. They have not worked together since the Kiss Land cut “Live For” back in 2013. With everyone coming for his neck, The Weeknd decided this was the right time to fire away.
What are your thoughts on The Weeknd supposedly dissing Drake on “All to Myself” off WE STILL DON’T TRUST YOU? Is this beef fabricated for the sake of the record and everyone else dissing? Or, is The Weeknd been waiting to send shots? How do you think Drake will respond? Outside of the content, are you enjoying the song? We would like to hear what you have to say, so be sure to leave your takes in the comments section. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest news surrounding WE STILL DON’T TRUST YOU, The Weeknd, and Drake. Finally, stay with us for everything else going on around the music world.
Drake must’ve done something to set off a lot of folks in the rap game, or they’ve all had to join forces to force him to address any sneak disses, issues, or flexes. Moreover, ASAP Rocky is the latest MC or artist to seemingly take shots at the Toronto superstar on the new Future and Metro Boomin album series. This time around, it appears on “Show Of Hands” off of WE STILL DON’T TRUST YOU after the first installment made their supposed distaste for Drizzy a hot topic of debate and speculation. Specifically, the New York native seems to claim that he was with Sophie Brussaux first, who is the mother of the OVO mogul’s child Adonis.
“N***as in they feelings over women, what, you hurt or something?” A$AP Rocky raps on the cut. “I smash before you birthed, son, Flacko hit it first, son.” Other possible shots at Drake include “Heard you dropped your latest s**t / Funny how it just came and went” and his heft proclamation that “F**k keepin’ this s**t hip-hop, I wanna see a f**k n***a bleed out.” This also comes as fans are reacting to Aubrey Graham not dropping a diss track last night responding to all this as many had expected. Still, just like with most things having to do with these beefs, that was only speculation.
Future, Metro Boomin & ASAP Rocky’s “Show Of Hands”: Listen
In fact, the only thing we really know for sure about the many beefs, shots, and responses surrounding these Metro Pluto projects is that Kendrick Lamar was going at Drake’s neck on “Like That.” Other than that, these are all just speculative explanations and connections drawn on previous context, which sometimes lines up almost perfectly. In this case, for example, fans online pointed out how Adonis’ paternity was actually debated in court between the “Slime You Out” singer and A$AP Rocky. There’s also the fact that the former was once tied to the latter’s current partner Rihanna.
Still, these two MCs have shown each other a lot of love before, including lyrical references that at the very least seem neutral and plenty of collabs, link-ups, and the like. As such, a lot of fans are wondering what exactly is going on here, and if these are just a bunch of coincidences. Unfortunately for anyone hoping for peace and unity soon, it doesn’t seem like we’ll get any of that in the near future. Still, stick around on HNHH for the latest news and more updates on Drake and A$AP Rocky.
Drake has had a massive target on his back lately. In recent days, he’s been at the center of a beef with Kendrick Lamar, after Lamar dissed him on Future and Metro Boomin’s We Don’t Trust You. Now it looks like The Weeknd is getting in on the Drake bashing, too, on “All To Myself” from Future and Metro Boomin’s newest album, We Still Don’t Trust You.
What Did The Weeknd Say About Drake On Future And Metro Boomin’s New Album?
“These n****s always yappin’, yeah
I promise that I got your back
Ooh, look at how we movin’, baby (Movin’, baby)
They could never diss my brothers, baby (Future)
When they got leaks in they operation
I thank God that I never signed my life away
And we never do the big talk (No, no, no, no, no)
They shooters makin’ TikToks
Got us laughin’ in the Lambo (Yeah)”
The lyric about not signing his life away appears to be a reference to Drake’s attempts to sign The Weeknd to his OVO Sound label early in his career. Then, the line about TikTok seemingly refers to Drake making music geared for a casual, TikTok-using audience, which The Weeknd finds laughable.
Listen to “All To Myself” above.
We Still Don’t Trust You is out now via Epic Records/Boominati Worldwide/Republic Records. Find more information here.
As if there wasn’t enough rap beef to go around this year, Chris Brown and Quavo decided to address their issues on wax, as well. Moreover, the former recently threw some shots at the latter on the cut “Freak” off of his recently released 11:111 deluxe album. “F***ing my old b***hes ain’t gon’ make us equal,” Breezy spits on it, referencing the Georgia rapper’s fling with Karrueche Tran, his ex, that seemed to kick all this off years ago.
“Sipping that 1942 cause I don’t do no Cuervo (Quavo) / Freak b***h, she like Casamigos, not the Migos.” Well, on his newest song “Tender,” Huncho seemed to respond. “You did the b***h wrong and now the b***h gone, she posted with a thug,” he rapped on the track. “Call the b***h phone, she won’t come home, don’t beat her up,” Quavo continued, alluding to Chris Brown’s history of domestic violence “It must be the drugs / Need to cross out your plug.”
Also, there are some other lines on “Tender” which could be interpreted as shots against the R&B and pop-rap superstar. “Havin’ your favorite rapper tender about these girls,” “Tell me, lil’ bro, what’s your issue? It’s over a thot / You said that it’s bigger than that, but no, it is not,” and “When you f**k on that lil’ bitty h*e, yeah, she lose weight” might be examples of this. Of course, this isn’t much of a developed or super lyrically charged attack, but not all disses have to be “Ether” and this is just a personal problem between two flexers.
Meanwhile, it’s unclear whether or not this feud will actually continue in a highly publicized way or if they’ll just avoid each other again. Now that we have on-wax responses to each other’s animosity, things could easily escalate, but hopefully they don’t. After all, the former Migo is still dealing with assumptions that he’s beefing with his former group mateOffset, and no one needs to beat a dead horse over not liking each other in Brown’s case. Still, what do you think about this whole situation? Let us know in the comments section down below and come back to HNHH for the latest on Quavo and Chris Brown.
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