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Yung Bleu Shuts Down Boosie Badazz’s Claims He’s Never Made A Song About His Wife: “It’s Platinum”

September 4, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Yung Bleu can’t catch a break lately. After being caught up in a cheating scandal that left his wife looking for a divorce lawyer, the R&B artist is now beefing with Boosie Badazz. The pair have been airing out grievances regarding their past working relationship for the world to see. Bleu has notably claimed that the Louisana native failed to properly market his music. The latter is under the impression that he’s owed a massive payday from his former artist. However, it seems the Alabama-born vocalist is refusing to pay up.

Between trading those shots, the pair also began discussing Bleu’s marriage. “WHY YOU AIN’T NEVER CLAIM ‘YO WIFE’?” the 40-year-old asked. “WHY YOU AIN’T NEVER DO AN INTERVIEW ABOUUT ‘YO WIFE,’ WHY NOBODY DON’T KNOW ‘BOUT ‘YO WIFE’? ‘CAUSE YOU WAS [ASHAMED] OF ‘YO WIFE,’” Boosie further berated the embattled star. “SHE WANT A DIVORCE LAWYER NOW THAT’S ‘YO WIFE.’ THAT’S NI**AS FA YA LOL.”

Yung Bleu Catches Boosie Badazz in a Lie

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It seems Bleu had the time today (September 4), as he quickly hit Boosie with some truth. “I got platinum songs where I [reference] my wife Boosie,” the 29-year-old responded. “It’s called ‘Ice On My Baby,’ go check it out. If [you] was tuned in you would [know] that I dropped that when I was signed to [you],” he pointed out to his former boss. “[You] wouldn’t [know] ‘cuz [you didn’t] help market .” The “You’re Mines Still” hitmaker pointed out that this was Badazz’s “third lie today,” as well as that his “Unappreciated” track is also platinum and about his wife. In the post above, a video of Bleu bringing his family out on stage to perform the track further proves his point.

Yung Bleu isn’t often one to find himself in the middle of internet drama, though these past few weeks have been particularly bad for the TANTRA artist. Besides the ongoing beef with Boosie, he was also exposed for flying a woman out to spend the day with him, though he explained that she didn’t get anything from him due to her alleged poor hygiene. Read more about that at the link below, and check back later for more hip-hop/pop culture news updates.

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Travis Scott’s “Utopia” Becomes Platinum Eligible

August 24, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Travis Scott has been dominating the charts over these past few weeks. Of course, this is all thanks to his brand-new album, Utopia. Although this album doesn’t have a single radio “hit,” it is still seeing a ton of album sales. Overall, this is thanks to merch bundles and vinyl records selling for a price of $5. At this point, Scott knows how to maximize sales, no matter what. It is an admirable trait to have, as it has ultimately brought him a ton of success. Even in the streaming era, he finds new ways to sell physicals.

As we reported yesterday, Travis Scott will be number one on the Billboard charts for the fourth week in a row. He is expected to sell around 150k units of Utopia which is massive at this stage in the album’s cycle. Of course, he will likely be dethroned soon. However, there is no doubt that he is stoked about these numbers. In fact, in just under a month, Scott’s album is now eligible to go platinum. Yes, that’s right, Utopia has sold over 1 million units since July 28th.

Travis Scott Does It Again

As it stands, the album has yet to be officially certified by the RIAA. Instead, Scott will have to submit the album for certification and will need to wait a bit. However, it seems like just a formality at this point. At the end of the day, this is a huge accomplishment for Scott as it means all four of his studio albums are platinum. It is an impressive feat that just goes to show how big of an artist he is.

Moving forward, Scott will have an opportunity to stack even more accolades. He is going to go on tour across North America, and fans are very excited to watch it play out. Let us know if you will be attending the upcoming tour, in the comments section down below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the music world. We will always keep you informed.

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Drake’s “Honestly, Nevermind” Certified Platinum

August 16, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Drake is one of the most commercially successful artists of his era. Now he’s adding another impressive accomplishment to his nearly unmatched resume. Last year, he surprised fans by taking a shift into house and dance music on his album Honesty, Nevermind. The album spawned hit songs like “Sticky,” “Massive,” and the 21 Savage collaboration “Jimmy Cooks.” Despite that, the album was met with mixed reception from fans and was largely disliked by critics.

Regardless of the reception of the album, it’s reached an impressive level of success. The album debuted at the top spot on the Billboard 200 and now just barely a year after its release Honestly, Nevermind has been certified platinum. Fans had a mixed reaction to the achievement with some standing up for the album. “maybe a hot take: only good songs in this tracklist – Intro, Sticky, Massive, Jimmy Cooks,” says one commenter. Others claimed that the album’s success is more of a reflection of Drake himself. “Bro can release anything and it goes platinum,” reads one of the top comments on the post.

Yet Another Milestone For Drake

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Drake and 21 Savage are currently on a massive North American tour. The “It’s All A Blur” tour has seen the rappers performing career-spanning setlists full of fan-favorite tracks. Honestly, Nevermind songs like “Jimmy Cooks” and “Massive” make an appearance at nearly every single show. Recently, the tour just got another opening performer. It was announced over the weekend that Sexyy Red would be joining the “It’s All A Blur” tour for all of the remaining dates.

The tour has also been a hotbed for attracting other celebs. Fans took notice when Kim Kardashian, Kendall Jenner, Bad Bunny, and Tristan Thompson all enjoyed a recent LA concert together. During the show, Drake even announced that there will be a Bad Bunny collab on his upcoming new album. What do you think of Honestly, Nevermind going platinum just a year after its release? Let us know in the comment section below.

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Lil Durk Celebrates “All My Life” Going Platinum

July 3, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Lil Durk burst onto the scene a few years ago, shaking rap up with his unique style and early collaborative efforts. Once he got a verse on a Drake song, 2020’s “Laugh Now, Cry Later,” it’s been off to the races with the young rapper. Now, he’s sitting pretty with a Certified Platinum record for “All My Life,” a song from his 2023 album Almost Healed. This is Lil Durk’s first Platinum song as the featured artist. A collaboration with the one and only J. Cole, “All My Life” just topped a million total units sold in the United States.

“I send my love out to all my fans for keeping me motivated and hungry and not lazy and comfortable,” Lil Durk says on his Instagram. Adorning the post is a pic of him and J. Cole with a crowd of people, an ice cream truck in the background. Almost Healed has a 21-song tracklist that serves up some of Durk’s best songs yet, such as “War Bout It (feat. 21 Savage,” “Cross the Globe (feat. Juice World,” and “Stand By Me (feat. Morgan Whalen).” The Morgan Whalen collab showcases a mash-up of country and rap, an effective method.

The Legacy Of Lil Durk

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Fans have been overwhelmingly positive about Almost Healed, as well as the rapper’s recent embracing of his Muslim heritage. Durk is becoming more spiritual (at least in the public eye), and perhaps this will reflect in his music. With a Platinum song under his belt, Lil Durk is looking to continue running the rap game with maximum impact. He isn’t afraid to make waves and be who he truly is. So whenever his next album drops, fans know it will be even more “Durk.”

In other Lil Durk news, he was seen on Morgan Whalen’s tour stop in Chicago, which is Durk’s hometown. He is having a fun time with the amazing success that’s been years in the making. And best believe this is the first of many Platinum certifications for the rapper’s music.

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Tyga and YG Deliver Video for “West Coast Weekend” Featuring Blxst

June 30, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Tyga, YG, and Blxst have come together for a sizzling new release. The trio dropped the music video for their latest track, “West Coast Weekend,” capturing the essence of the California lifestyle. The single will be found on Tyga and YG’s forthcoming joint album.

With beautiful women, classic cars, and a pool party at a Hollywood Hills mansion, the video exudes the trio’s energy and the West Coast mindset. The single samples Tupac’s iconic hit, “All About You,” adding a nostalgic touch. This summer anthem celebrates the allure of West Coast culture, with its captivating chorus and carefree energy. The release offers a taste of what’s to come from their collaborative album, promising more hits from these multi-platinum artists and longtime collaborators.

Earlier this month, Tyga and YG delivered their highly anticipated track, “Platinum,” giving fans a taste of what’s in store on their upcoming album.

The release follows “Run,” “Go Loko,” and the recent drop “West Coast Weekend” featuring Blxst, showcasing their undeniable chemistry and power as a pair.

With “Platinum,” Tyga and YG combine their distinct styles, blending a reimagined and intense classical instrumental with a rhythmic beat and flawlessly delivered verses. The high-energy track is set to become both a club banger and a California party anthem.

Accompanying the release is a visually stunning music video that takes viewers on a journey through the streets of San Francisco and Los Angeles. True to the west coast aesthetic, the video features vintage cars, vibrant dancers, and breathtaking scenery.

You can tap in below and be on the lookout for the forthcoming album.

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Jay-Z & Alicia Keys’ “Empire State Of Mind” Has Gone 9X Platinum

June 28, 2023 by newhiphopnews

If you were to say you haven’t heard Jay-Z and Alicia Keys’ 2009 song “Empire State of Mind,” you would be lying. The unofficial anthem of New York City, one can hear it crossing terminals at JFK Airport. Any millennial worth their weight in rap has this on their top-10 list of the early aughts. And now, Jay-Z can sit back and revel in the song going Platinum a whopping nine times. Going Certified Platinum today, June 28, 2023, it took the track almost 14 years to move nine million units.

“Empire State of Mind” had momentum from the jump. Jay-Z dropped the single on September 1, 2009, ten days before the eight-year anniversary of 9/11. The track went Gold and Platinum in two months. By April 2010, it had gone triple-Platinum. The higher the honor goes, the tougher it is to reach that benchmark. So to see “Empire State” do it nine times is quite impressive. For Jay-Z, this is nothing surprising; most of his lyrics comment on him being the best rapper to do it, and this is just further proof.

Jay-Z, Alicia Keys, And The Legacy Of “Empire State”

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Originally, “Empire State of Mind” had Angela Hunte and Janet Sewell-Ulepic on the hook. In fact, they were the writers of the first version of the song. They had to submit the track twice to Jay-Z’s Roc Nation before Jay decided to keep the chorus, switch up the verse, and record it himself. Roc Nation asked Hunte and Sewell-Ulepic if they thought anyone else was more appropriate for the chorus. They suggested Alicia Keys, and Jay considered Mary J. Blige as well. But once he heard the piano loop, he knew Keys was the right choice.

“Empire State of Mind” was number one on the Billboard Hot 100 for five straight weeks, making it the first Jay-Z track to top the charts with him as a lead artist. Keeping with the “State of Mind” theme, a la Billy Joel and Nas, the song’s title is a reference to the Empire State Building. The “Excelsior” state and the city that never sleeps are grateful for such a powerful and indicative anthem, showcasing the culture behind one of America’s greatest cities.

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J.I.D, 21 Savage, And Baby Tate’s “Surround Sound” Goes Platinum

June 18, 2023 by newhiphopnews

J.I.D’s 2022 The Forever Story track “Surround Sound,” featuring 21 Savage and Baby Tate, is certified platinum. The single was released in January of last year, and uses a sample of Aretha Franklin’s “One Step Ahead.” The song’s official music video also currently has over 30 million views on YouTube.

In March, J.I.D discussed the critically-acclaimed album that the track is a part of. He told People that the album saw him digging up past wounds, making it tough for him to consistently perform it live. “This project, it’s helping open up the door for the rest of the stuff I’m going to be doing,” he told the outlet. “So I like how intentional it was. And it was so serious, to the point like I have to have fun on the next one.”

The Success Of “Surround Sound”

“I was a little stressed,” J.I.D continued, I was going through emotional s**t, I was digging up old traumas. I was dialing backwards. It’s hard to perform it every night, you know what I’m saying? I’m ready for the next album cycle. The [setlist] stretch from ‘Sistanem’ to ‘Kody Blu 31,’ I’m cooked. And then ‘Workin Out,’ I’m cooked. Yeah, I’m an emotional wreck at that point.”

Earlier this year, J.I.D also shared his thoughts on the current state of hip hop. “I got a weird theory about how music is right now. In the blog era with those superstars like Drake. They came up in the blog era, and they came up in a time [when] you ain’t see anybody rapping like that,” he told the Throwing Fits podcast in March, “They weren’t like, it wasn’t too much—it was a first-time thing. Now, it’s so much of fast food and microwave. Everything is really quick. So, it’s not really like, rap.” He went on to explain that he feels as though many rappers these days care more about virality than the quality of the work they put out. “People don’t really care about it as much,” J.I.D claimed.

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Coi Leray Rocks Patent Leather Pants To Accept Platinum Plaque

May 22, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Boston singer and rapper Coi Leray was recently awarded a plaque for her 2022 hit, “Players” going platinum in Canada. Leray accepted the plaque over the weekend during a show at REBEL in Toronto. She posted on Instagram later, sharing with followers how she was surprised with it. Leray wrote, “Amazing energy last night. They surprised me with a plaque during the performance.” She continued, writing, “‘PLAYERS’ is PLATINUM IN CANADA,” alongside a trophy emoji. Fans were eager to show her love in the comments section. One user wrote, “I love this for her.. I’ve always like her style and her confidence in herself since the beginning when everybody doubted her.. she’s been doing her shit.” Another told her, “Your post has made me feel like anything is possible. Thank you for the inspiration.”

At the show, Leray wore patent leather pants featuring blue details, and a coordinating bright blue leather bralette. She also showed off matching leather fingerless gloves, black boots, and some serious jewelry. The performer’s Instagram post additionally showcases her taking celebratory shots straight from the bottle, and holding up the new plaque in front of her massive audience.

Leray And Her Crew Celebrate Going Platinum In Coordinating Fits

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Alongside Leray, her crew also celebrated the artist’s success in coordinating leather fits. One member wore a patent vest, while another hyped her up in a patent leather jacket. Another woman showed off black cargo pants and a patent crop top with bright blue details. One man featured in the post also matches Leray, wearing a sweater with a bright blue stripe and silver eyelets.

Last week, Leray updated fans on the status of her next album, revealing that it will be released on June 23. She also shared the album’s scandalous cover art, featuring the artist going topless with some bright blue accents. “COI” will be her second LP, following her debut album, Trendsetter. Shortly after the announcement, she also teased an upcoming music video to accompany her single “BOPS” on Twitter. Leray responded to a fan asking about the video with a photo of herself on set twerking for the camera, writing, “Cominggggg.”

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Wizkid Hits New Milestone With The Help Of Drake

May 12, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Wizkid is an artist who has seen success on a Global stage. The Nigerian artist has some massive hits, and he is constantly traveling the globe and performing. Overall, it is clear that the artist will be a superstar for years to come. Moreover, his crossover appeal is special as he is constantly being featured on some huge hip-hop hits. For instance, he was on the massive hit “One Dance” by Drake. This song certainly helped blossom Wizkid into the superstar he is now. Although, that is not to say he hasn’t been able to hold his own over the years.

Every single year, it feels as though Wizkid impresses fans by racking up some truly incredible milestones. For instance, just a few days ago, he had two platinum singles. These included “One Dance,” as well as “Essence” with Tems. Now, however, the artist has picked up a third RIAA-certified platinum single with “Come Closer.” Funny enough, this song also features Drake.

Wizkid Continues to Succeed

Wizkid performs as Naomi Campbell, partnered with Qatar Creates, host a couture fashion and art charity show as part of the EMERGE global initiative and under the patronage of Her Excellency Sheikha Al Mayassa bint Hamad Al Thani at QF Ceremonial Court on October 28, 2022 at Doha, Qatar. (Photo by David M. Benett/Dave Benett/Getty Images for EMERGE)

As HipHopDX reports, Wizkid is officially the first African artist to secure three platinum songs. Overall, this is a massive accomplishment. Furthermore, it does a lot for genres like Afrobeat on a global scale. Wizkid has been steadily accumulating an amazing discography, and these accomplishments only further cement his legacy. It just makes it all that much more unique that two of these songs also include another global superstar in Drake.

In the future, it will be very fun to see what else Wizkid comes out with. For now, we are in festival season, and there is no doubt he will continue to give us some amazing tracks and performances. Let us know your favorite Wizkid track, in the comments section below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the music world.

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