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The New York State Assembly Honors Busta Rhymes For His Contributions To Hip-Hop

September 26, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Busta Rhymes is being honored for his contributions to hip-hop music. The legendary rapper, who’s a New York native, is now basking in the limelight of his remarkable achievements throughout his career. During a ceremony held on Monday (Sept. 25), the New York State Assembly took a moment to recognize Busta Rhymes and provide him with well-deserved accolades. This prestigious honor was bestowed upon him as an integral part of the assembly’s celebration of Hip-Hop’s 50th year. Originating from the streets of New York, Busta Rhymes has been honored for his extraordinary achievements, which have left an indelible mark during his impressive 30-year career span.

Moreover, the New York rap icon’s extensive list of accomplishments encompasses a remarkable three-decade-long rap journey. Additionally, he’s credited for providing the blueprint that revolutionized hip-hop during a time when it was needed. His aggressive and assertive style of rap changed the game and earned him a position as one of rap’s top figures. Rhyme’s sophomore album When Disaster Strikes, specifically was a significant one, as it helped propel him into mainstream rap and solidified him as someone to take seriously.

Busta Rhymes Is Honored For His Contributions

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – SEPTEMBER 23: Busta Rhymes performs onstage during Global Citizen Festival 2023 at Central Park on September 23, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Noam Galai/Getty Images for Global Citizen)

However, the esteem that Busta Rhymes enjoys is not confined to the corridors of New York alone. His longtime friend, Funk Flex, boldly stated that Busta Rhymes could outshine even the legendary Jay-Z in a Verzuz battle. Flex asserted that Busta would embarrass Jay Z. “You want me to tell you who would beat JAY-Z at a Verzuz? Hands down embarrass him?” Funk Flex said. “Busta Rhymes would spank anybody in a Verzuz. There is no one that will beat Busta Rhymes as a solo artist in a Verzuz… Maybe it could be a tie with Missy [Elliott].” This endorsement further solidifies Rhymes’ iconic status and enduring impact on the world of music.

As far as what’s next for Rhymes, he has a new project on the way. His eleventh studio album is set to arrive at some point in the near future. He took to Instagram in May of this year to announce the news, but didn’t offer a title or release date yet. However, Busta has confirmed the album is executive produced by a star-studded lineup of luminaries such as Swizz Beatz, Pharrell Williams, and Timbaland. Stay tuned to HNHH to find out more.

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“Queen Radio”: Nicki Minaj Hits The Studio With NY Rappers, Dances Salaciously For The Camera

September 23, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Nicki Minaj has kept booked and busy for the past few weeks, from hosting and performing at the annual MTV Video Music Awards to putting final touches on her highly anticipated Pink Friday 2 album. During the former event, the 40-year-old’s long-standing beef with Cardi B rose to new heights, and both women’s husbands even got involved. Now, Kenneth Petty is sitting through several months of house arrest for threatening Offset.

Despite the family drama, Minaj isn’t letting herself get down over the situation. Instead, she brought a huge group of New York rappers with her to record the latest episode of Queen Radio. While some (including DJ Akademiks) were quick to label them as goons, it’s since been made clear that the men are simply up-and-coming rappers who the “Barbie Dreams” hitmaker offered an invitation to join her for the night.

Nicki Minaj Invites New York Artists to Join Her on Queen Radio

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As per usual, Minaj’s energy was on 100 as she played some of her favourite music and grooved along to dancehall tracks. She even included some twerking in her choreography, though it appears the black-haired beauty may need to hit the studio for some refreshers before her next tour.

The Trinidadian promised that she plans to head out on the road again shortly after Pink Friday 2 hits DSPs later this fall. Seeing as it’s been some time since we’ve seen her travelling across the country to perform, we’re looking forward to what she has in store next.

Queen of Rap Shows Off Her Dancehall Dance Moves

Na the queen was hella lit on queen radio tonight turning up to some dancehall. pic.twitter.com/YxaCG1G4fQ

— DJ Akademiks (@Akademiks) September 23, 2023

As shown in the video above, the mother of one was clearly feeling herself while turning up in the studio this weekend. Still, not everyone has been leaving flattering comments beneath viral videos taken from her stream, especially not fans of her No. 1 opp. Whose upcoming album are you more excited to hear, Nicki Minaj or Cardi B? Let us know in the comments, and check back later for more hip-hop/pop culture news updates.

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ScarLip Delivers Hard-Hitting Bars On “No Statements”

September 15, 2023 by newhiphopnews

ScarLip is leveling up! The Bronx raptress is keeping the momentum going with her latest release, and one of her most creative to-date. On Friday (Sept. 15), she dropped off a new track “No Statements,” which is a hard-hitting rap tune that’s delivered in ScarLip’s signature aggressive style. The song discusses the theme of snitching, emphasizing how she and her crew won’t participate in snitch activity. The track also was accompanied by a complimenting visual, where she can be seen in various settings. One of which includes taking over a prison bus with her crew.

The New York emcee is currently riding a wave of success. She’s establishing herself as one of the leading female voices in the city’s rap scene. ScarLip is unapologetically distinctive, initially gaining recognition through tracks like “New York” and “Glizzy Gobbler.” Every aspect of ScarLip exudes originality! She boldly carves her own path in the music industry, forging a sound that is unmistakably hers.

ScarLip Embraces Her Identity

Other than the trademark scar on her lip, which she acquired from a her brother causing the traumatic injury, her bass-voice has been another thing that she’s recognized for. However, ScarLip has always embraced both of those associating identities. She even says in the new song “No Statements,” how her scar doesn’t bother her. Hence, the reason she turned it into her artist name.

Since making her entrance on the music scene, ScarLip has garnered significant support from fellow rappers. From fellow Bronx artist Cardi B, to Jim Jones, Swizz Beats, Snoop Dogg, and Benny The Butcher, ScarLip is widely supported. Her ability to convey raw emotion through her music has firmly established her presence in the rap scene. This has earned her a devoted fan base that supports her. Her assertive style on the microphone also evokes a nostalgic ’90s vibe. Her sound fulfills a niche that’s currently lacking in modern day hip-hop. We’re excited to see where ScarLip takes things next.

Quotable Lyrics:

I’m from place where we don’t do no rattin’
N***a just tell me what happened

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Central Cee Shares Controversial Caption About The Devil As He Poses With Doja Cat And Ice Spice

September 12, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Other than Dave, Central Cee is now the biggest name in the UK. He is making headlines with some of the top-flight artists in rap. We can talk about his fire collab with Drake, but he is making some head-turning comments right now. One of Cee’s biggest tracks, “Doja,” recently caught the attention of Doja Cat. Complex recently shared a video to their complexmusic IG account with the female artist hilariously talking about how Cee references her in the song.

Cee raps, “Somebody tell Doja Cat / That I’m tryna indulge in that / In my grey tracksuit, see the bulge in that.” A very obviously sexually charged bar, Cee is clearly not hiding his opinions about the 27-year-old. Now, there is tons of speculation around this whole situation. The reason for that is because the “Sprinter” rapper took a trip to New York for Fashion Week. Doja Cat and Ice Spice, Doechii, and plenty of others were also in attendance.

Central Cee Shares A Full Collage Of Photos To IG: Look

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All four of them shared the fun times they had on Instagram, but Central Cee’s post is getting the most buzz it seems. A good deal of the attention stems from the fact that Cee made those comments about Doja. Additionally, he and Ice Spice have some music in the vault, and AllHipHop believes they could be talking about their work together. However, some people are giving backlash to Cee for his caption that references the Muslim religion and their holy text, the Qur’an. When you translate it to English, it reads, “I seek refuge in Allah from the devil of the evil.” It pokes fun at Doja’s recent devil-inspired persona but people in the comments do not care about that. Some feel he is disrespecting the sacred book saying, “at least respect the religion tf is you posting w that caption.”

What are your initial thoughts on Central Cee sharing this post on Instagram with this caption? Do you think we have music on the way with Cee, Doja Cat, and Ice Spice? Why do you think he was in New York? Was it mainly for the fashion show or to see the two female rappers? We want to hear what you have to say about all of this. With that in mind, be sure to leave all of your thoughts and opinions in the comments section below. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest breaking news around Central Cee, as well as the rest of the music world.

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Joey Badass & Serayah Are Boo’d Up In Style For New York Fashion Week

September 10, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Joey Bada$$ and Serayah are quite the dynamic duo these days, becoming one of the most wholesome and beloved romantic presences in celebrity pop culture and social media. What’s more is that both can pull off some incredibly stylish fits, as they recently proved for New York Fashion Week. Moreover, as the two made their way around the city, multiple photos show the immaculately matched leather looks they rocked. The New York MC wore a gray shirt underneath his dark brown jacket and pants, pulling it all together with dress shoes and big chains. On the other hand, the actress and singer wore a lighter-brown skirt and jacket to match.

Of course, this is far from the first time Joey Badass and Serayah have impressed onlookers with their style. Actually, it’s kind of wild to think that the couple started off denying relationship rumors, and now get so much love on social media. Sometimes, as much as you try to deny things as a public figure, people’s common and sixth senses ring too true. Regardless, it’s heartening that things worked out well for them.

Serayah & Joey Badass Stun At NYFW

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Meanwhile, both are hard at work on their careers, with the Pro Era rapper recently reflecting on how meeting with Jay-Z changed his course for the better at the age of 17. “Get the f**k outta here,” Joey Badass said at the time. “Yo, I’m 17, and I already accomplished my wildest dream. [The $1M] came the year after. I remember going up in that elevator like, ‘If I’m meeting with Jay right now, I can do anything.’” In addition, he also explained how Hov’s book DECODED inspired him to become more independent as an artist and set his goals more clearly.

Whereas Joey looked back recently, his boo made a step forward, releasing the EP Flutter last month. Maybe we’ll see direct collabs between the two artists in the future, which would be a very exciting and fitting opportunity. If not, at least we can always count on them to delight fans by showing them that love is more than a feeling. For more news and the latest updates on Joey Badass and Serayah, stay posted on HNHH.

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Quavo Delights Fans With Surprise Concert In New York City

September 10, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Quavo drew a massive crowd in the center of New York City as the former Migos rapper pulled up for an impromptu concert. The Atlanta rapper is in the Big Apple for New York Fashion Week but decided to make some headlines away from the runways. In a clip uploaded to social media, Quavo could be heard performing “Hotel Lobby” to the assembled crowd. Furthermore, the concert appears to come courtesy of SideTalk NYC, the viral “one-minute street interview” show.

Fans were overjoyed by the surprise concert. Additionally, many were surprised (and excited) to see that True Religion, Quavo’s fashion line, may be making a return. “If you stopped wearing Tru because rappers did you corny ,” one person said. “Damn… true religion back??? I just roasted a Walmart worker for ….. nvm… Go crazy,” added another. However, some people pointed out the double standard that Quavo could do this and be fine but Kai Cenat was arrested for “the same thing”. On this note – the Quavo concert was probably planned, while the Cenat giveaway was not. Meanwhile, people were not fully rioting at Quavo’s concert.

Quavo Demands Industry Change

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However, aside from tearing up in NYC, he has been pushing for some industry change recently. “Platforms need a mixtape outlet for US,” Quavo recently tweeted on Friday (September 8). “So we can blitz the market like lil Wayne Gucci future and MIGOS did! tired of holding all this HEATTTT #RocketPower Powered Up. Havin plenty to go back to back to back!” Quavo said on social media this week. His biggest issue with the current state of streaming is that an impromptu mixtape can no longer be dropped as most platforms treat it like a formal commercial release.

Elsewhere, the rapper has also dropped another music video from his recent Rocket Power release. The video for “Galaxy” features Quavo and the female subject of the song taking in the life and culture of a Favela-esque backdrop. Rocket Power has been a fairly modest success. Severing as a tribute to TakeOff, the album peaked at #18 on the Billboard 200.

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Sleepy Hallow & Marshmello Join The “GBG” On New Single

August 13, 2023 by newhiphopnews

No one hears “Sleepy Hallow” and thinks EDM, the same way that no one hears Marshmello and thinks “Brooklyn drill.” But what’s great about these genres is that they work so well with so many others, and with each other, you can get a catchy and faithful song to its roots. Moreover, the two artists just released the new single “GBG,” which features a high-pitched vocal sample that sounds like the lead-up to a progressive house drop of sorts. However, the song is firmly planted in New York drill territory, as the Flatbush MC always does with his hard-hitting material. While it might not be a new take on the genre or anything outside of either’s traditional comfort zones or skill sets, it makes for a pretty straightforward and instantly satisfying cut.

Furthermore, a great deal of that satisfaction comes from the fact that Sleepy Hallow stays on a consistent flow and locks into the beat smoothly. His voice propels the whole thing, rendering the chipmunks lead melodic vocals to a simple background addition to the main draw. “GBG” also benefits from a seamless verse-chorus-verse structure, where the 23-year-old’s bars are what moves one section of the track to the next rather than a melodic or instrumental switch-up. Sure, it might not be the most elaborate structure, but it’s a clear and righteous effort to spotlight Hallow’s presence on this song. He’s a leader in his scene, and one that’s unfortunately had a lot of time in his career cut short by external issues.

Sleepy Hallow’s “GBG” With Marshmello: Watch The Music Video

Meanwhile, for those unfamiliar with Marshmello, this is far from the first time that the EDM giant has crossed over into the hip-hop or R&B space. Just this year, he released the bubbly Brent Faiyaz collaboration “Fell In Love,” and will likely continue to expand his credits in the future. These two certainly set themselves up as a potentially consistent and chemistry-filled collaboration for the future. If you haven’t heard “GBG” yet, find it on your preferred streaming service and check out some notable lyrics below. Also, stay up to date on HNHH for more news on Sleepy Hallow and Marshmello, and for more great music each week.

Quotable Lyrics
Yeah, I’m good, she proud of my drip,
She said she adore my Dior kicks,
F**k a Uber, you gotta get Lyft,
In the air, that’s an opp in a spliff

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50 Cent Claims To Still “Run New York,” Celebrates 50 Cent Day

August 12, 2023 by newhiphopnews

50 Cent recently took to Instagram, claiming to “still run New York.” The artist took the stage at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn two nights in a row this week. Fans were thrilled with his performances, which featured various special guests. He brought out Young M.A. to perform her 2017 Herstory track, “Ooouuu.” She wasn’t the only fellow artist to join him onstage, however. Fif also brought out Fat Joe, and fans went wild. The duo famously feuded for years, only squashing the beef in 2012 following the death of Chris Lighty.

Though 50 Cent’s declaration certainly prompted a bit of pushback in his comments section, most users are in agreement. The Queens-born rapper-turned-businessman managed to remind people who the real boss of the city is. “He the king of New York,” one Instagram user comments on his post. He’s currently making his way around the U.S. and Canada on the North American leg of his “Final Lap” tour. At the end of September, he’ll begin the international leg of the tour, leading with a performance in the Netherlands.

Hartford, CT Declares August 11 “50 Cent Day”

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Though some users continue to debate as to whether or not 50 Cent truly runs New York, the state of Connecticut appears to be in agreement. Hartford recently declared August 11 “50 Cent Day” in honor of the icon, who moved to the state in 2003. It’s clear that the icon is grateful for the acknowledgment from the state he now calls home, praising Connecticut for it’s “energy.”

“Today was officially Curtis 50 Cent Jackson day in Hartford CT. The energy was so good, it made me remember why I moved to CT,” Fif wrote on Instagram. He cheerfully posed beside the state’s governor, Ned Lamont, who provided him with an official statement of the honorary day. August 11, 2023 is also known to be the 50th anniversary of hip hop. 50 Cent brought his “Final Lap” tour to Hartford that day, taking the XFINITY Theatre by storm.

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Lil Kim Has Revealing Wardrobe Malfunction During Massive Hip-Hop 50 Show

August 12, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Some of hip-hop’s stars from every era gathered at Yankee Stadium in New York City to celebrate the genre’s 50th birthday to massive success on Friday (August 11). However, not everything about the show went perfectly for everyone, but then again, it’s a small hiccup in a much larger astonishment. Moreover, Lil Kim unfortunately suffered a wardrobe malfunction (more specifically, a nip slip) during her time on stage. She wore a shiny crop top and shorts with a jacket over herself, and at one point, the mesh gave out and revealed some extra, unintended skin. Still, the legendary femcee shrugged it off and continued to excel in her performance regardless of the mishap.

Furthermore, it was one of many amazing performances that night, joined by hip-hop legends from every corner. For example, Run-DMC gave what is apparently their final performance ever as a group, closing their indelible chapter in rap with the most meaningful bow possible. Among other rappers who performed were Snoop Dogg, T.I., Lil Wayne, Ashanti, Fat Joe, Common, the legendary duo EPMD, and many more. With all those titans in mind, Lil Kim’s malfunction is but a small and glossed-over piece in the puzzle.

Lil Kim Performs At Yankee Stadium

The QUEEN BEE #LilKim just touched down on the stage #HipHop50 #yankeestadium pic.twitter.com/WOjojEXQdw

— Power 105.1 (@Power1051) August 12, 2023

For far too long, the media has sensationalized incidents like these and placed blame on the victim of it. Regardless, it’s only as negative as you make it, and it’s clear that Lil Kim took everything in stride and would not let that define or hinder her performance. In addition, that was far from the most notable or important surprise of the night, as special guests joined the artists that were already on the roster. For example, hip-hop’s godfather DJ Kool Herc was in attendance, and The Fugees and Lauryn Hill put on a surprise set with Nas.

All in all, the show was over six hours long, and it would be a disservice to try to sum up everything great about it. We would leave out so many important contributors to the genre, so don’t let a simple piece of clothing distract you from the magic that took place here. Also, the ceremony honored many rappers who lost their lives over the years, making this as poignant and powerful as it was fun and fabulous. For more news on Lil Kim, the 50-year history of hip-hop, and its next five decades and beyond, stay logged into HNHH.

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Social Media Is Absolutely Roasting Complex’s “All-Time New York Rappers” List

August 12, 2023 by newhiphopnews

In celebration of the 50th anniversary of Hip-Hop, many media outlets are doing feature series about the genre. This inevitably leads to a variety of listicles about various scenes, subgenres, and demographics. But few pieces have gotten people as heated as the “50 Best New York Rappers of All Time” list published by Complex on August 11.

The includes a top ten of (in order) Jay-Z, Biggie, Nas, Rakim, LL Cool J, Fif, Nicki, DMX, Busta Rhymes, and KRS-One. It’s a top ten that people may have some slight objections to but is mostly sound. However, the scope and scene knowledge of the team behind the article quickly becomes apparently the further you read. Or don’t read, because the article counts up from #50.

Complex Sure Made Some Choices

Complex ranks Best New York Rappers of All-Time:
#1 Jay-Z
#2 Notorious B.I.G.
#3 Nas
#4 Rakim
#5 LL Cool J
#6 50 Cent
#7 Nicki Minaj
#8 DMX
#9 Busta Rhymes
#10 KRS-One
#11 Prodigy
#12 Lil’ Kim
#13 Ghostface Killah
#14 MF DOOM
#15 Big Pun
#16 Jadakiss
#17 Cam’ron
#18 Yasiin Bey…

— chart data (@chartdata) August 12, 2023

A lot of recency bias is present in the Complex article, especially lower down the list. Ice Spice has had a meteoric rise over the past year. However, she makes the list at #50 despite her limited body of work. Meanwhile, Diddy sits at #48, 23 places below Cardi B. The article feels very…vibes driven. Ice Spice gets a spot because she’s hot right now. Cardi anchors the midpoint because most people like Cardi B. Meanwhile, French Montana does not make an appearance on the list. Argue all you want about his heritage but saying he’s not a New York rapper is pretty insulting to the contributions the man made to the city’s scene in the early 2000s.

Perhaps it’s the ranking aspect that makes the article so egregious in the eyes of so many people. While an unranked list, or something more akin to a Hall of Fame list, would still garner debate, it’s the numerical ranking that stuck in the people’s craw. Ice Spice could become an all-timer for NYC. But to have her start a list of the greatest New York rapper of the last 50 years is a wild decision. At the end of the day, it almost feels like ragebait content – a purposefully inflammatory list designed to stoke engagement.

Complex compiled a list of the greatest New York Rappers of all time…. I’m not reading this shit any further lmao. pic.twitter.com/4bSNMfPDZp

— I am not uncertain. (@SkeeAlii) August 11, 2023