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[WATCH] Styles P Says That 21 Savage Is Not A Lyricist

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Millennial rap star 21 Savage has put himself under the microscope after his comments about Nas’ relevancy in the rap game.

Styles P recently appeared on Math Hoffa’s My Expert Opinion and commented on Savage’s opinion of Nas, saying, “You can’t hate the young fellas for being stupid. If they sayin’ illogical sh*t, that’s our fault. Those that came before ’em, now we gotta pull back and see, where did we f*ck up.”

Styles continued, “I like 21 Savage! I don’t love him, I like him a lot lot. Don’t love him, I like him a lot, lot, lot. The sh*t he say tickles me pink and I’m like, ‘I can’t believe this n*gga said that. It’s dope.’ I f*cks with him.”

He goes further into his analysis of 21’s skills and his opinion of one of the greatest rappers of all time. “My n*gga, you not a lyricist. F*ck all that,” he said. “Drake’s supposed to tell this n*gga, ‘N*gga, chill. That’s Nasir. That’s Nasir Jones.’

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Rotimi Takes Over The Streets Of Lagos In His New Visual “Make You Say”

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Parading the streets of Lagos, Nigeria while offering a glimpse into the country’s liveliness, multi-faceted recording artist Rotimi took over the city in his newest visual “Make You Say.”

Following the success of the single, the EMPIRE partner surprised the masses with his “Make You Say” visual as it perfectly encapsulates the contagious beats and captivating sound that brought the song global recognition. The lyricist’s music is always influenced by his Afro roots so it was only right to capture the video in the exuberant city along with its people. Viewers will feel as if they’re celebrating and dancing along the singer as the new visual embodies the beauty and culture of Nigeria. 

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[WATCH] Chrisean Rock Slaps Natalie Nunn On IG Live

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When the women from Baddies South got together on Instagram Live, tempered as well as egos flared, which resulted in the show’s executive producer getting slapped in the face by Chrisean Rock.

From the start of the IG Live session Chrisean seemed less than happy to be on the platform, leading the other women to inquire as to what the issue was with the “Vibe” singer.

“I come out here because I’m enjoying myself with all these girls because they’re cool as s*** and I’m f****** with everybody, but soon as I feel disrespected…” Rock said before Natalie Nunn interjrupted, “It’s annoying because I didn’t come here to fight and if I’m fighting you gon’ be real upset ’cause when I’m riding I’m sliding.”

As Nunn continued to speak, it wasn’t long after that she got slapped by Blueface’s troubled girlfriend.

Nunn reacted to the online fight, saying, “Childish even at 23 I was a real rich a** b**** the f***. U will not I repeat disrespect me on my white momma that you keep saying is WHITE SHES PUERTO RICAN 100% b****. U and ur bulls*** can get the f*** off my s***!!!!!!! U JUST F***** UP BUT made me some more f****** money.”

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DEA Claim BMF’s Involvement In Jam Master Jay’s Murder

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For the past two decades since the tragic, untimely death of legendary DJ Jam Master Jay, there has been a lot of speculation as to who was behind the trigger when he was fatally shot and possibly who could have been behind the plot to kill him on that fateful morning of October 30th 2002 in Jamaica, Queens.

For years no one was fingered as a suspect until Karl Jordan Jr. and Ronald Washington were indicted for Jam Master Jay’s murder in 2020. Since these indictments, it has been alleged that Jay, whose given name is Jason Mizell, was involve in large-quantity, mutli-kilo cocaine distribution, which is also the alleged motive behind his murder.

Jordan and Washington are slated to begin their trials in February 2023 and one of the star “witnesses” scheduled to testify in the trial is Black Mafia Family founding member Terry “Southwest T” Flenory because the feds believe that the BMF’s drug empire intertwined with JMJ’s operation, which in turn resulted in Jay selling large amounts of cocaine for BMF.

With info gathered from DEA agents and and federal C.I.s, Jam Master Jay was killed over cocaine that was supplied by the Black Mafia Family organization, which at the time, was headed by Southwest T’s brother, Demetrius “Big Meech” Flenory. Meech is currently serving a 30-year federal sentence for his role in the BMF organization.

TheSource.com will update this story as more details develop when the trial is slated to begin.

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Nicki Minaj’s Husband And Rape Victim Ordered To Try To Settle Lawsuit

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Nicki Minaj’s husband Kenneth Petty is accused of raping a woman in 1994 and the woman. Jennifer Hough, sued Nicki Minaj’s husband for harassment and witness intimidation. Now, a judge is ordering the two parties ito mediation to settle the lawsuit.

Judge James R. Cho referred the case to mediation on Tuesday (December 6), saying on court record, “The case is referred to Court-annexed mediation. Parties to select a mediator by 12/20/2022 and complete mediation by 3/6/2023. Parties may participate in the mediation remotely.”

Both sides will participate in “limited written discovery that would facilitate settlement discussions.” If Jennifer Hough and Kenneth Petty cannot settle outside of court, the case will go to trial.

Kenneth Petty was convicted of first-degree attempted rape in 1995. He served more than four years behind bars.

The court also entered the pretrial schedule for the case on Tuesday. Automatic disclosures must be exchanged by January 9, 2023. All discovery, including expert depositions, needed to be to completed by September 5, 2023.

Petty is currently attempting to sue the State of New York and the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services over his sex offender status. Oral arguments in the case begin on January 6, 2023.

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16-Year-Old Arrested In Connection To Murder Of U.K. Rapper TKorStretch

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A 16-year-old has been arrested in connection to the tragic killing of British drill rapper TKorStretch, who was stabbed to death this past August.

Takayo Nembhard, a.k.a TKorStretch, was killed at the Notting Hill Carnival on August 29 and a 16-year-old was arrested yesterday(September 6) for his murder after surrendering to police.

Detective Inspector Laura Semple, Specialist Crime, tells the public that the authorities need help from potential eyewitnesses. “If can you help or have any information – no matter how small – about Takayo’s murder please come forward.” 

A police statement confirms detectives are looking for any video footage taken of the stabbing. “This incident happened during the carnival in a large crowd,” the statement reads. They’re hoping to retrieve video footage from a phone or private camera that might help them identify the suspects.

Cops have also arrested a 23-year-old man and an 18-year-old man in connection to TKorStretch’s murder in his hometown of Bristol on suspicion on Oct. 19. A 20-year-old woman was also arrested in London on suspicion of assisting a suspect. 

The teenager and the woman were bailed pending further inquiries, while the third suspect was released under investigation. 

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Today In Hip Hop History: Cam’Ron Dropped His ‘Purple Haze’ Album 18 Years Ago

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On this date in 2004, Cam’Ron released his fourth solo album entitled ‘Purple Haze’ released on the Diplomats, Roc-A-Fella, and Def Jam imprints.

This was the first solo album from the Dipset capo following the Dipset craze, where he switched from his obsession with the color pink to the more regal purple. Songs such as the anthemic “Down And Out” featuring a fairly new artist named Kanye West and Syleena Johnson, “Bubble Music” and “Adrenaline” featuring Twista and Psycho Drama help to popularize the highly anticipated album that took about a year to be released following several label delays during the Roc-A-Fella break up.

The album was propelled by samples from old soul and reggae music, which only helped to add to the LP’s popularity.

Salute to Cam, Dipset, and everyone involved with this timeless Hip Hop gem!

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[WATCH] Kanye West Demands That Jewish People To “Forgive Hitler”

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Controversial music and fashion mogul Kanye West has ordered that Jewish people forgive Adolf Hitler, the German leader from the early 1900s who was credited with human extermination of over six million Jewish people across Europe.

West stood his ground when talking about his admiration for Hitler with Proud Boys founder

West stood his ground when talking about his admiration for Hitler with Proud Boys founder Gavin McInnes, telling Jewish people that they should just “let it go.”

“So, you love Jews, but you’re canceled for antisemitism because you also love Hitler, but you love everyone equally,” McInnes said.

“Yeah, Jewish people can’t tell me who I can love and who I can’t love,” Ye replied. “You can’t force your pain on everyone else. Jewish people, forgive Hitler today. Let it go, let it go, and stop trying to force it on other people. Goodnight.”

Kanye also tried to downplay the Holocaust by alleging abortion is “the Holocaust that were dealing with right now” and said that Jewish people are responsible for Hitler’s bad reputation.

Yeezy also said that he contends Jewish people “should work for Christians,” and if he becomes President in 2024, he would “hire a Jewish person in a second if I knew they weren’t a spy and I could look through their phone and follow through their house and have a camera all in their living room.”

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Too $hort To Be Honored In Street Naming Ceremony In Oakland

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According to. report from Datebook, West Coast legend and Oakland native Too $hort is being recognized by his hometown with a street now being called “Too $hort Way”.

Oakland’s City Council has announced that the three-block stretch on Foothill Boulevard between 47th avenue and High Street will soon be named after Oaktown’s first street-wise rapper. Councilmember Noel Gallo introduced the move during a council meeting on Tuesday (December 6). Mayor Libby Schaaf endorsed Short and the motion for the street naming has already been accepted.

“December 10th it’s official,” he captioned his post highlighting the street naming. “Blow the mafuckin whistle Biiiiiiiitch!!!!!”

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Too $hort’s street naming coincides with the release of his, Snoop Dogg, Ice Cube and E-40‘s new album as the West Coast super group, Mount Westmore. The collective released their latest single, “Activated,” on December 2 with an accompanying music video.

Mount Westmore will be dropping their 16-track Snoop, Cube, 40, $hort LP on Friday (December 9) after initially making the project available exclusively via blockchain under the title Bad MFs this past summer. The release to DSPs will include additional tracks not featured in the previous release.

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Takeoff’s Mother And Father Are Fighting Over His Estate After He Died Without A Will

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The tragic killing of Migos’ Takeoff in a Houston bowling alley was a shock to his fans as well as his family. Now, Takeoff, whose real name is Kirsnick Khari Tiquon Ball, is said to have a net worth of $26 million with no heirs.

Takeoff’s mother and father, Titania Davenport-Treet and Kenneth M Ball, are fighting over who will control his estate because without a will to distribute his assets, Georgia law says that his closest relatives now have exclusivity rights over his money and assets, including his valuable catalog and residual income from record sales. This has created a larger wedge between his estranged parents, who reportedly already do not get along.

It is reported that Takeoff was raised in a single parent home by his mother with little assistance from Mr. Ball. Both sides are contesting Mr. Ball’s involvement in his oldest child’s life.

Shortly after Takeoff was murdered, his father posted on FB, “Kirsnick Khari Tiquon Ball my first love out of my five kids this is so so hard please keep Titania Davenport (Treet) and me (Kenneth M Ball) and the entire family on both sides in your prayers doing our difficult time. No one know the pain I’m feeling right now BUT with GOD I will find peace.”

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