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Megan Thee Stallion Invites Natalie Nunn On Stage Just A Few Months After Nicki Minaj Beef

May 20, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Hip-hop beef has absolutely dominated both discussion about and consumption of the genre throughout 2024 so far. The main focus in recent weeks was an all-out war between Drake and Kendrick Lamar. The pair spent weeks going back and forth highlighted by a tightly wound eruption of one diss song after another over an eventful weekend. While that beef was going on, Quavo and Chris Brown were also engaged in a series of disses that sparked multiple songs aimed at each other. But it’s worth remembering that the year of beef was kicked off back in January by Megan Thee Stallion.

Earlier this year, Megan Thee Stallion dropped the second single from her snake-themed new album, “HISS.” The song was an absolute slam aimed at nearly any adversary Megan has ever had. While the track discusses numerous different people, everyone seemed to hone in on one line in particular. A hilarious reference to Megan’s Law was a diss at Nicki Minaj, poking fun at her husband’s criminal history. That sparked a short response from Minaj in one of the most universally maligned diss tracks in rap history “Big Foot.” Despite the fact that the beef was relatively short compared to Drake and Kendrick, it’s still on fan’s minds. That was most definitely the case when Megan had a particular special guest on stage recently. Check out the video below.

Megan Thee Stallion Brings Out Natalie Nunn

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Video is making the rounds online of Megan Thee Stallion and GloRilla performing alongside Natalie Nunn. The video had fans calling back to Nicki Minaj because the rapper name dropped Nunn in a song from her new album last year. In the comments, fans speculate that the move was a deliberate attempt on Megan’s part to take shots at Nicki once again.

What do you think of Megan Thee Stallion and GloRilla bringing out Natalie Nunn during a recent performance? Do you think the move was specifically done to take shots at Nicki Minaj? Let us know in the comment section below.

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Nicki Minaj Accused Of Leaking Alleged Diddy & Meek Mill Audio By Jaguar Wright

May 20, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Jaguar Wright is back at it with more wild Diddy claims and theories, the latest of which ropes Nicki Minaj and Meek Mill back into the mix. Moreover, folks may remember that an alleged audio clip of Meek and Sean Combs surfaced online amid the wave of abuse, sexual assault, and sex trafficking claims against the Bad Boy mogul. The Philly MC has been staunchly against the narrative of his involvement online, and this audio clip was never confirmed to be real or fake. However, during a recent interview with RealLyfe Productions, Wright claimed that Meek’s ex, Nicki, was the one who leaked this clip and has been sitting on it for a long time.

“And f***ing Meek Mill running the f**k around, talking about expensive pain?” Jaguar Wright said about Meek Mill. “And his a**? F**k Meek! He’s a f***ing fruit loop, he Diddy-fied. He’s a deep-fried f***ot, period. He Diddy-fied, he Diddy-fried. He let Diddy do our bop. F**k Meek, real rap! Yeah, that was f***ing him! F***ing Nicki put that s**t out to hear. Goddamn Nicki recorded that at the freak-off, in the Calabasas. She been waiting to drop that s**t on Meek. She just wasn’t going to tell nobody it was Diddy. But now that Diddy out there… why not? [The guy who’s claiming he recorded it is] somebody that got paid.” “I’m saying: Shawn Carter, you’re a piece of s**t,” she said of Jay-Z in the beginning of the interview. “Taking Pimp C wasn’t bad enough?”

DJ Akademiks Reacts To Jaguar Wright’s Diddy, Meek Mill & Nicki Minaj Claims: Watch

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Beyond this Diddy, Meek Mill, and Nicki Minaj gossip, Jaguar Wright also recently spoke on her relationship with Katt Williams and… the Illuminati? “Wanna know what’s interesting? Katt Williams had taught me how to be Jaguar Wright,” she said during this same interview. “He taught me so much in nine months. Walking away was hard, but it was when the Illuminati first started coming after him, and I left. You know, back in that moment, Katt was still wearing Kevlar to bed… To bed.”

Meanwhile, amid all of Diddy’s other current controversies at the moment, we’re sure this is just speculative and unconfirmed fuel to the fire. Maybe Meek Mill and Nicki Minaj will one day address this in more detail, although it seems like too wild of a story to recognize. But we wouldn’t be surprised if there is some backlash here. After all, Jaguar Wright ruffles more than a few feathers, regardless of whether she’s telling the truth or not.

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Nicki Minaj Side-Eyes AI Cover Of “Super Bass” Online

May 18, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Nicki Minaj is not the biggest fan of A.I. technology in music, and as such, fans can’t tell whether a recent tweet is her joking or not. Moreover, she recently reacted on Twitter to an artificial intelligence-generated cover of her hit song “Super Bass,” but in the style of 1970s soul and funk. “I hate yall so bad for this,” Queen Barb quote-tweeted the cover itself, and it’s kind of hard to tell whether she’s serious or she’s joking. After all, sometimes that language isn’t as mean as it comes across on paper, but it’s also entirely possible that she’s tired of seeing A.I. take over in this way.

Furthermore, it’s very understandable why Nicki Minaj would want her classics preserved, especially in the face of edits without her approval. That being said, it’s very clear to see that no one, whether it’s a person or an A.I. generated creation, will be able to replace her sheer energy and passion. These are the kinds of qualities that make the ongoing Pink Friday 2 world tour a record-breaking and wondrous run for fans, which they couldn’t be happier with. No matter how hard the computer tries, it will never be able to capture crowds’ imaginations, joys, and spirits quite like that.

Nicki Minaj’s Reaction To A.I. “Super Bass” Cover

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Elsewhere, Nicki Minaj is also defending herself with words, not just with her astonishments, like her current legal action against a blogger over defamatory comments. The social media user allegedly accused her of being a “cokehead” all the way back around 2022, when the lawsuit emerged. The Trinidadian MC requested a status update on the case, as apparently the defendant took a long time to reply and still didn’t meet an extension. In addition, she accused the blogger of unfulfilled compliance with discovery requests.

Meanwhile, there are some other legal issues on Nicki Minaj’s horizon right now, but it seems like they will all stay pretty controlled. It’s not like any of them have been able to stop the Pink Friday 2 world tour’s success, nor its headliner’s massive reach. But what could one day get in the way is if A.I. technology runs rampant and cheats musicians out of their likeness, voice, image, and therefore money. And it doesn’t look like Roman will let that happen.

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Nicki Minaj Wraps Up Pink Friday 2 Tour with Record-Breaking Success

May 15, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Nicki Minaj, the reigning queen of rap, has bid farewell to the North American leg of her Pink Friday 2 Tour with a triumphant finale earlier this week.

The iconic NYC artist embarked on her tour in March, igniting stages across the continent from Oakland, California, to Oklahoma City. With a total of 36 sold-out shows, Minaj has etched her name in the annals of music history, achieving a remarkable feat unmatched by any other female rapper.

Taking to Instagram on Tuesday (May 14), Minaj expressed her gratitude to her unwavering supporters, sharing a heartfelt moment captured during a recent episode of Angela Yee’s podcast. In the clip, Yee lauded Minaj for her unprecedented success, highlighting her achievement as the first female rapper to sell out every show consecutively on a tour. Moreover, the Pink Friday 2 Tour stands as the highest-grossing tour by a female rapper in history, a testament to Minaj’s enduring influence and undeniable star power.

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In a poignant caption accompanying the post, Minaj extended her appreciation to her devoted fan base, affectionately known as The Barbz, and every resident of Gag City who made the tour an unforgettable experience. She also credited her dedicated team for orchestrating the tour with unparalleled creativity and flair.

But the celebration doesn’t end here. With a hint of anticipation, Minaj suggested the possibility of adding more tour dates in the United States, teasing that this is just the beginning of what’s to come. As she gears up to conquer European stages in the coming days, Minaj’s message resonates with a promise of more exhilarating performances and boundless success on the horizon.

As the curtains close on the North American leg of the Pink Friday 2 Tour, Nicki Minaj leaves behind a legacy of groundbreaking achievements and artistry. With her sights set on new horizons, Minaj continues to captivate audiences worldwide, solidifying her status as a trailblazer in the realm of hip-hop and beyond.

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Nicki Minaj Continues Legal Battle Against Blogger Marley Green

May 12, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Nicki Minaj is no stranger to the spotlight, but this time, it’s for her ongoing legal dispute with blogger Marley Green, known as “Nosey Heaux,” over defamatory accusations. The rapper filed a lawsuit against Green in 2022, alleging that she was falsely labeled a “cokehead” in a video posted on Twitter. Despite initial efforts to address the issue, the case has seen new developments as Minaj seeks to protect her reputation and seek damages for the alleged defamation.

In a recent update reported by AllHipHop, Minaj sent a letter to the judge in March to provide a status update on the case and propose a way forward. However, Green requested an extension to reply but ultimately failed to do so. In response, Minaj argues that Green’s failure to comply constitutes a waiver of objections to the relief sought by Minaj.

Minaj has also accused Green of non-compliance with multiple discovery requests, further complicating the legal proceedings. In light of these challenges, Minaj is seeking various remedies, including precluding the defendants from seeking further discovery, preventing them from offering evidence in opposition to Minaj’s anticipated motion for summary judgment, and banning them from interposing any objections to the discovery requests.

Minaj is pushing for access to documents related to Green’s alleged statements about her drug use, as well as the viewership and engagement metrics of the video in question. These documents are crucial for Minaj to quantify the tangible damages to her reputation and pursue appropriate legal recourse.

While the lawsuit with Green remains one of Minaj’s many legal battles, it’s not the only legal drama making headlines. RadarOnline reports that Minaj faces another legal challenge from BS Associates Company Limited (BSA), a former concert promoter seeking to collect a million-dollar judgment related to a 2018 deal for a performance in China. Despite a previous award of $1.4 million against Minaj’s company, Pink Personality, the dispute continues to unfold in court.

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Nicki Minaj’s Team Called Out By Concert Promoter To Collect Lawsuit Judgement

May 11, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Nicki Minaj left the Met Gala only to find herself in another legal tight spot, although this seems like it has little to do with her own actions or statements. Moreover, according to court documents reportedly obtained by RadarOnline, a former concert promoter by the name of BS Associates Company Limited (BSA) requested a L.A. Superior Court judge to provide access to third-party witnesses for questioning in their attempts to speak to her team about her assets as they try to collect a million-dollar judgement from her. They previously received a $1.4 million award from Minaj’s company, Pink Personality, for a 2018 deal to perform in China that fell through.

Furthermore, BSA requested that Nicki Minaj’s business manager, an accountant from the NKSFB firm, a William Morris Endeavor agent, and her financial advisor be ordered to appear in court to answer questions about the rapper’s assets. BSA also wants access to Pink Personality records and those of its affiliates in order to “aid the satisfaction of the Judgement” by any means necessary. This includes not only looking at her own assets and business partnerships, but that of Pink Personality and the affiliated parties that either got a mention in this filing or escaped it. However, the judge in this case still hasn’t ruled whether the court will allow this proposal to rope the wider team into this.

Nicki Minaj At The 2024 Met Gala

Nicki Minaj Concert Promoter Lawsuit Judgement Hip Hop News — Nicki Minaj at the 2024 Met Gala: “Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion” held at The Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 6, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Gilbert Flores/Variety via Getty Images)

Initially, BSA filed an arbitration claim against Pink Personality in 2022 over allegations that Nicki Minaj agreed to a September 18, 2018 concert. They claim that they sent a seven-figure amount for her CAA agents to hold in an escrow account. Not only that, but the suit alleges that Queen Barb asked for them to release $250,000 from this account two weeks before the scheduled show, which they complied with. Still, she did not go to the concert, and the promoter’s accusations also included the supposition that they attempted to reschedule the show.

Meanwhile, this filing also claims that Nicki Minaj considered a rescheduling but only if they released “additional funds” from the escrow as a “sign of good faith, which they allegedly did through another $250K release. But despite reportedly repeated attempts, she did not reschedule the performance, and BSA got $1.4 million in judgement from Pink Personality in arbitration, plus interest. Following a November 2023 request for L.A. Superior Court to confirm the arbitration award and begin the collection process, it seems like BSA is now on the hunt for their due cash. We’ll see whether this is just a bump in the road or a larger issue for the superstar.

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Young Thug’s “Hear No Evil” turns 6: Why The EP Is A Critical Entry In His Catalog

May 6, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Since breaking into the rap scene over a decade ago, Young Thug has endeared himself to fans with his unique style. The YSL founder’s main qualities include his genre-bending voice and catchy and innovative flows. Young Thug has a rich catalog, but one of his key releases came on April 13, 2018, when he dropped the EP Hear No Evil. The EP was a surprise as Young Thug had earlier promised not to release any new music. The rapper said he would act deaf for a year and not make any music in solidarity with his deaf brother.

However, Thug, known for his unpredictability, broke that promise with the EP’s release. Even before Young Thug’s Hear No Evil EP dropped, he announced he was changing his name to SEX, much to his fans’ bewilderment. Despite the uncertainty and unpredictability that surrounded Thug at that point, Hear No Evil came and has since remained a critical entry in the Atlanta-born rapper’s catalog. The EP turned six years old this year and still holds significant importance as it showcased Thug’s versatility, collaborations, and impact on the hip-hop scene.

Young Thug’s Experimentation & Musical Versatility

In Young Thug’s Hear No Evil EP, the rapper showcased his willingness to experiment with different styles and musical sounds. It also showcased his musically diverse range of songs in the three-track EP. For instance, the first song in the EP, “Anybody,” featuring Nicki Minaj, was melodic and introspective, while the second track, “Up,” featuring Lil Uzi Vert, had hard-hitting trap beats at its core. Young Thug further displayed a cool flow and high-pitched squeals in “Now,” featuring 21 Savage.

Impressive Features

One of the highlights of Young Thug’s Hear No Evil EP is the rich list of features. Despite being a three-track project, Young Thug pulled in some of the heavyweights of music at the time. Nicki Minaj, Lil Uzi Vert, and 21 Savage’s presence on the EP made it more appealing to pop-craving listeners. Thug remained his usual self, dishing out unconventional rhyme schemes, contrasting with the featured artists who already possess their distinct personalities and qualities.

Impact On Hip-Hop Culture

With Hear No Evil, Young Thug solidified his position as a hip-hop trailblazer. Although the EP didn’t receive rave reviews after its release six years ago, much has changed since then. Six years in, Young Thug has been praised for his lyrical prowess and dexterity, innovative choice of producers, and impressive vocal delivery. Therefore, Young Thug’s status as a trendsetter in the hip-hop genre was much more solidified thanks to the EP.

The influence of Hear No Evil can be felt throughout contemporary hip-hop. The project’s experimental production and Thug’s unconventional rapping style have become hallmarks of the genre. Thug influenced a new generation of artists with his distinct style, with the EP now seen as a blueprint for the sound of modern trap.

A Unique & Unforgettable Video For “Anybody”

Despite failing on his promise not to make music for a year because of his deaf brother before Hear No Evil‘s release, Young Thug still dedicated a video to his sibling. Thugger did so through the video for “Anybody,” featuring Nicki Minaj. In the clip, the song’s lyrics were translated using sign language, paying tribute to Young Thug’s brother and deaf people worldwide. It was a great tribute from Thug and showed his human side and creativity, adding to his already remarkable qualities. Besides the video, Thug also paid tribute to his deaf brother with the EP’s cover art that featured a picture of his beloved sibling. These acts showed in more ways than one how intentional Thug was about showing love to his brother even though he released new music in 2018.

Conclusion

As Hear No Evil marks its sixth anniversary, its impact on Young Thug’s career and hip-hop remains to this day. The EP is a critical entry in Thug’s catalog and showcases how he evolved as an artist. It also showcased his ability to push boundaries in hip-hop. Despite being a three-track project, Young Thug’s Hear No Evil is still a standout project in his discography. It shows how versatile an artist he is while also displaying his collaborative prowess and influence in hip-hop.

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Ice Spice’s “Ex Best Friend” Leaks Texts Critical Of Nicki Minaj

May 3, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Ice Spice became one of the biggest stars in rap music overnight. It began when her song “Munch” began to catch fire online. But shortly after she became a full on superstar in the wake of tracks like “Boys a liar Pt. 2” with PinkPantheress and “Karma” with Taylor Swift. But one of her earliest major allies in her career was Nicki Minaj. The pair worked on two songs together just a few months after Spice’s breakthrough including a remix of her song “Princess Diana” and “Barbie World” from the Barbie movie soundtrack.

It’s the latter song around which a new controversy has just sparked. One of Ice Spice’s friends appears to have leaked some information about the trouble surrounding the song behind the scenes. She labels herself as the rapper’s “ex best friend” and shared a series of texts between the pair. In the alleged texts, Spice describes how Nicki attempted to cut a deal that would entitle her to a large amount of Spice’s publishing rights for the song. In one particularly cutting message, Spice calls Nicki “ungrateful and delusional” and claims that the entire affair over publishing ended their friendship. Check out the full series of messages that Spice’s friend shared below.

Ice Spice’s Alleged Harsh Words For Nicki Minaj

Spice’s best friend has been making waves all week. She’s called out Drake and even ended up in a Twitter spat with Lil Nas X. She even tried to expose Spice herself, proving exactly why she now considers herself an ex best friend. Spice is fresh off the release of her new “Fisherrr” remix and is gearing up to release her new album later this year.

What do you think of the leaked texts of Ice Spice talking about Nicki Minaj? Do you believe that the texts are actually from her and that the story she tells about publishing rights is real? Let us know in the comment section below.

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Drake Kisses Nicki Minaj At Her Concert

May 1, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Fans of Nicki Minaj and Drake were treated to a public demonstration of affection this week when Minaj’s Pink Friday 2 Tour stopped in Drizzy’s hometown of Toronto. Following her initial difficulties attempting to enter Canada last month, Nicki performed Tuesday night in front of a sold-out audience at Toronto’s Scotiabank Arena. She decided to bring out the city’s most well-known son, Drake, as a surprise guest. They performed “Needle,” off Nicki’s Pink Friday 2 album, which is their most recent joint effort. Before leaving the stage, Drake and Minaj share an intimate moment.

To the pleasure of the audience, Drake gave Nicki an embrace and a big ol’ kiss on the cheek before leaving the stage. As he departed the concert, Nicki Minaj referred to the Toronto artist as “the king of Toronto” and “a legend.” Drizzy is currently in the midst of a vicious rap beef with one Kendrick Lamar. Yesterday, Kendrick released a much-awaited diss track titled “Euphoria” that dissected Drake’s entire career. Drake still found the time for his old label mate Nicki Minaj, even when partaking in a rap feud.

Drake Gives Nicki Minaj A Big Kiss And Loving Embrace

As he said goodbye to the home audience, Drake also seemed to allude to his current battle with Kendrick Lamar. The Toronto MC told Nicki and the crowd, “I love you so much. You know what time it is, you know what I gotta do.” Drizzy seemingly suggests that he is about to put all his attention into crafting a response to Kendrick. He responded to the diss on Instagram by posting a clip from the movie 10 Things I Hate About You.

Drake and Minaj are now involved in rap conflicts. While Minaj has been trading barbs with Megan Thee Stallion, Drizzy is facing off against Kendrick Lamar. Minaj dropped a track dissing the Houston star, and Megan responded with “Hiss.” “Hiss” and “Like That,” Kendrick’s diss on Future’s album, both became mega hits. The question remains if Drake has what it takes to really come out on top of his beef with Kendrick Lamar. Overall, rap beef is good for business. Nicki Minaj and Drake aren’t shying away from beef.

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Drake Seemingly Indicated His Next Move In The Kendrick Lamar Feud During A Surprise Nicki Minaj Concert Appearance

May 1, 2024 by newhiphopnews

The saga continues: Drake and Kendrick Lamar have been embroiled in a feud for a couple weeks now, and after a bit of a wait, Lamar finally clapped back at Drake yesterday (April 30) with “Euphoria.” The world apparently won’t have to wait as long for Drake’s response.

One his Drake’s immediate reactions was to throw a perfectly fitting 10 Things I Hate About You clip up on his Instagram Story. It seems he won’t stop there, though, as he indicated during a surprise appearance at a Nicki Minaj concert last night.

Minaj played Toronto’s Scotiabank Arena yesterday and brought Drake out for “Needle.” At the end of the song, right before he departed the stage, Drake thanked the crowd and seemingly indicated that he was going to get back in the studio to fire back at Lamar: He said, “You know what time it is, you know what I gotta do.”

“You know what time it is, you know what I gotta do.” – @Drake tonight in Toronto pic.twitter.com/k3pafH7MNe

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Minaj, by the way, is involved in some beef of her own right now, with Megan Thee Stallion. The two swapped diss tracks, but things eventually got out of hand when some fans were a little too into it, to the point where the cemetery where Meg’s mother is interred got involved.