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TDE Punch Clears Up Ab-Soul And J Cole Rumors With Important Clarification About “Pi”

October 14, 2024 by newhiphopnews

TDE Punch has clarified that J Cole’s song, “Pi,” was recorded long before Kendrick Lamar, Future, and Metro Boomin dropped “Like That,” earlier this year. In response to HipHopDX’s Jeremy Hecht, Punch shot down rumors that Cole included him on the song intentionally to diss Kendrick Lamar.

Hecht had written: “Ab-Soul threw jabs at J. Cole after Cole did him dirty by adding him & Daylyt to a song with a verse dissing Kendrick on ‘Pi’ – this is a question for rap fans. Cole dropped out with Kendrick but he still claims his pen is unmatched. Does he have to engage w Soul to prove it?” As fans begin debating the validity of the theory, Punch replied: “I hate to clear up rumors, I usually let them fester and see how far they go, but ALL verses on Pi were recorded long before Like That.”

Ab-Soul Poses With J Cole In New York City

NEW YORK, NY – OCTOBER 06: (L-R) Ab-Soul and J. Cole attend backstage at Irving Plaza on October 6, 2014 in New York City. (Photo by Johnny Nunez/WireImage)

Afterward, Hecht added: “Glad Punch clarified but just so everyone knows… I wasn’t making that theory up out of thin air.. Glasses Malone who is close to all of those people said on a livestream that Cole recorded that verse later and that Soul didn’t hear it. I was basing things off that.” With the release of “Like That,” Lamar shook up the entirety of hip-hop by dissing both Cole and Drake. While Cole quickly bowed out of the feud, Lamar and Drake traded numerous diss tracks in the following months.

Punch Clears The Air

Check out Punch’s full post about the drama below. It comes after Soul seemingly dissed OVO’s Chubbs during his freestyle for Funk Flex on Monday. Additionally, Cole reflected on the feud in his song, “Port Antonio,” last week. Be on the lookout for further updates on Ab-Soul, J Cole, and Kendrick Lamar on HotNewHipHop.

I hate to clear up rumors, I usually let them fester and see how far they go, but ALL verses on Pi were recorded long before Like That. https://t.co/qLuJIwx7PG

— Punch TDE (@iamstillpunch) October 14, 2024

Glad Punch clarified but just so everyone knows… I wasn’t making that theory up out of thin air.. Glasses Malone who is close to all of those people said on a livestream that Cole recorded that verse later and that Soul didn’t hear it. I was basing things off that

— Jeremy Hecht (@Jeremy_Hecht) October 14, 2024

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Halle Bailey Teases Apparent Breakup Song Amid Split From DDG

October 13, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Halle Bailey has shared a snippet of a new song that seemingly addresses her split from DDG after the couple announced their breakup, earlier this month. She shared a clip of the unreleased song on her Instagram Story on Saturday. “My everything breaking my heart in two,” she sings in the track.

When Baller Alert reshared the snippet on Instagram, fans had mixed responses. “Halle frequently previews her music on IG and it nearly always revolves around love. Let’s not read too much into it,” one user remarked. Another fan of Bailey’s wrote: “See! This what he should’ve did. Instead going str8 to the internet with it lol.. you wanna be an artist now and not a streamer? Take it to the booth not the podcast.” Other users theorized the entire breakup is a marketing scheme.

Halle Bailey & DDG Attend Diddy’s Release Party For “The Love Album”

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – SEPTEMBER 07: Halle Bailey and DDG attend “The Love Album” Listening Party on September 07, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Shareif Ziyadat/Getty Images)

DDG first confirmed the two would be parting ways in a statement on his Instagram Story from October 3rd. “After much reflect and heartfelt conversations, Halle and I have decided to go our separate ways,” he wrote at the time. “This decision was not easy, but we believe it’s the best path forward for both of us. I cherish the time we’ve spent together and the love we’ve shared.” He confirmed that the two will remain friends. They welcomed their first child together, late last year.

Halle Bailey Previews Upcoming Song

Bailey hasn’t been as direct about the split on social media. Instead, it appears she’s been focused on music. Check out the snippet of Bailey’s upcoming song on Instagram below. Be on the lookout for further updates on Halle Bailey and DDG on HotNewHipHop.

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21 Savage Embarking On International Tour After Immigration Struggles: Report

October 5, 2023 by newhiphopnews

It looks like there might be more to Drake’s bar about 21 Savage on “8AM On Charlotte” than we thought. Moreover, he confirmed that his It’s All A Blur tour companion got his green card, and is now able to travel following a long bout with ICE concerning immigration issues. “Savage got a green card straight out of the consulate. Where I go, you go, brother, we Yugoslavian,” the 6 God rapped on the cut. However, a source allegedly told Billboard that there might be more to this development. Apparently, the Slaughter Gang rapper is planning an international tour following this freedom, the outlet reported.

For those unaware, 21 Savage was born in the United Kingdom and legally moved to the U.S. when he was seven years old. ICE officials detained and arrested him in February of 2019 due to claims of an expired visa, claiming that he was “unlawfully present.” While the Atlanta MC eventually got out, this issue meant that he couldn’t travel overseas. This cut into It’s All A Blur (J. Cole and Travis Scott filled in for him for their Canada dates in Vancouver and Montreal), but it looks like he’ll be able to wrap things up with Drake for their final tour stops in Canada, specifically the OVO mogul’s home city of Toronto.

21 Savage Performing At Coachella In 2022

21 Savage Tour Immigration ICE Hip Hop News — INDIO, CALIFORNIA – APRIL 16: 21 Savage performs at the Sahara Tent at 2022 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival weekend 1 – day 2 on April 16, 2022 in Indio, California. (Photo by Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images for Coachella)

“I called [Meek Mill] while I was in jail and told Meek, ‘Bro, I just got locked up,’” 21 Savage told the My Expert Opinion podcast with Math Hoffa during an interview last year. “He called Jay-Z, and Jay-Z put a lawyer on my case, he played a role in getting me out. He ain’t just doing that s**t for anybody just because you rap. You gotta be from a certain cloth. I don’t feel like he’s just doing that for anybody. I ain’t Roc Nation or none of that s**t.”

Meanwhile, a criminal case concerning alleged firearm and drug possession during the 2019 arrest had delayed significant legal progress when it came to this immigration dispute. Now, though, amid rumors of a new album coming soon, it looks like the 30-year-old will be able to move freely. Again, these rumors of a tour are purely speculative and based on unknown sources, but it’s nonetheless exciting to consider. For more news and updates on 21 Savage, stay logged into HNHH.

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Stephen Jackson’s Wife Says They Are “Happily Married” Without A Prenup Amid Resurfaced Rumors

October 4, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Stephen Jackson’s wife Tamara has addressed rumors that Jackson once left a woman over disagreements concerning a prenup. “To clear this OLD news up that keeps “magically” re-surfacing… this is not about me. Right story, wrong woman. It was an ex-fiance of my husbands from like 20 years ago! Yes from like 20years ago and that’s not an exaggeration. Anyway, Stephen and I have been together for 8 years since 2015 and married for almost 2 years now since 12/5/21.
There was never a pre-nup mentioned to me…not before our wedding, during our wedding, or any other time in our whole relationship for that matter. I’m not sure what kind of contract/pre-nup he required in previous relationships but the word pre-nup was never brung to me not one time,” Jackson wrote on Instagram.

She continued. “Would I have signed one? Yes, but Stephen knows what we have is REAL LOVE, he knows I’m nothing like the rest. Therefore he knew a pre-nup wasn’t necessary with me. I made it TO, THROUGH and PASS the altar with him, strictly on LOVE so I could care less about anything from his past. It’s 2023 and yall talking about something from 20 years ago lol . So for those people wasting their time commenting on such old news, Stephen and I are happily married with no pre-nup, no child support obligations no strings attached, nothing just pure genuine LOVE so y’all can keep entertaining and living in the past if yall want but as for Stephen and I that story is old and irrelevant. We’re busy writing and creating stories and memories of OUR love story.”

Jackson Addresses Canelo Alvarez Alercation

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However, a prenup is not the only reason that Stephen Jackson has been in the news this week. The ex-NBA pro also addressed reports that he had gotten into an altercation at the Alvarez-Charlo fight over the weekend. Jackson was seen getting heated with individuals later identified as members of Alvarez’s family. However, Jackson attempted to defend his actions in a video he recently posted.

“Of course, me and my people stood to the side. One cop gotta grab me… I waited for 30 people. If he got 40 people that’s family, they gon’ have to wait. I was respectful enough to let 30 people pass. Bet you won’t put your hands on nobody no more,” Jackson explained. However, not many people were taking his side, viewing him as rude and impatient.

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Mary J Blige Shoots Down “Verzuz” Rumors: “I Could Put The ‘What’s The 411’ Album On & Just Walk Away”

October 1, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Mary J. Blige says she’s not interested in participating in an episode of Verzuz. In a clip circulating on social media, the legendary rapper explained she doesn’t care about the show. She made the comments while making sure the audience knew she meant no disrespect to Swizz Beatz and Timbaland.

“Let me just say this. I love Swizz. That’s my friend, that’s my brother. That’s my people. I just don’t care about no Verzuz. I don’t wanna be up there. And it’s no disrespect. I just don’t care. Like, I don’t need to say I had the hottest– I know I had some of the hottest records. I know I got a cr*zy catalog.”

Mary J. Blige Performs At Super Bowl

INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA: In this image released on February 13th, Mary J. Blige rehearses for the Pepsi Super Bowl LVI Halftime Show at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for Roc Nation)

As for who she would want to face if she did do the show, she added: “I mean there’s so many people that have great music out there. I mean, there’s so many women that have just catalogs, you know. So, I don’t like the putting everybody up against each other. I don’t like it, I mean, I could just put my shit on and just walk away. I could put the What’s The 411 album on and just walk away.” Check out Blige’s full comments on Verzuz below.

Mary J. Blige Speaks On “Verzuz” Rumors

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It’s not the first time Blige has turned down the idea of appearing on Verzuz. She echoed similar sentiments on The Breakfast Club back in 2021. “I don’t know what a Verzuz would do for me,” she said at the time. “I’m not sure what a Verzuz could do for Mary J. Blige right now, but um, right now, it’s not something that’s on the top of my list.” Swizz Beatz and Timbaland are currently gearing up for a return to the iconic show.

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Boosie Badazz Addresses Sexyy Red Relationship Rumors

September 27, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Earlier today, Sexyy Red took to Instagram to show off a sneaky preview of her new man. In the photo, the two of them are seen laying next to each other in bed, while the man wears an ankle monitor. “I like fckin wit drillaz… dread head killaz,” she captioned the post alongside a heart emoji. The photo gave fans an idea of who she was referring to on her new track “Shake Yo Dreads,” and as expected, speculation also ensued.

Many social media users thought the mystery man could have been the father of Sexyy Red’s child, suggesting that he was released from prison. Others, however, set their sights on Boosie Badazz, who’s been spotted with his own ankle monitor in recent months. He shut those rumors down quickly though, warning trolls that they would be blocked if they kept accusing him.

Boosie Badazz Tells Trolls To Stop Asking If He’s Sexyy Red’s New Man

“IM BLOCKING ALL U MFS N MY DAM ASKING IS THAT ME ON DA PICTURE WITH SEXY RED,” he wrote. “YAll SEE THAT AINT MY ANKLE SIZE R COLOR. FIND SOMEONE ELSE TO PLAY WITH. IM ON VACATION WITH MY DAUGHTER.” Obviously, Boosie is not here for the rumors. Luckily for him, the eagerly-anticipated reveal of Sexyy Red’s new fling took place shortly after her photo was shared. Atlanta rapper WuDeuce went live on Instagram, showing Sexyy Red asleep next to him in bed. He was seen smoking beside the hitmaker, telling fans “I put sh*t down up.”

During an interview with VladTV earlier this month, Boosie put his own spin on the Missouri-born performer’s hit, “Pound Town.” He also weighed in on her controversial persona, noting how the music scene has changed since the 90s. What do you think of Boosie Badazz’ response to rumors he was Sexyy Red’s mystery man? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below, and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates on Boosie Badazz.

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Eazy The Block Captain Addresses Remy Ma Cheating Rumors

September 24, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Remy Ma’s been trending for a while in the past two weeks due to cheating rumors surfacing against her. Moreover, battle rapper Geech Gotti of her Chrome 23 group recently claimed that she was unfaithful to her 15-year-old marriage with Papoose during a rap battle. Not only that, but Gotti alleged that the 43-year-old did so with fellow battle rapper (that he was battling in the moment) Eazy The Block Captain, which ruffled a lot of feathers online. For what it’s worth, she staunchly denied any and all claims of this, even though people are still digging and assuming things online. In fact, now Eazy himself came through with a vague but also anticipatory response hinting at a soon-to-come full reflection.

“If it’s not me, nobody speaks on my behalf,” Eazy The Block Captain wrote via his Instagram Story. “There’s a lot of rumors out there that I will address very soon.” Furthermore, this is quite the ominous message, as it could easily refer to either Remy Ma or Gotti. However, it seems like it actually has to do with a mistake made by a publicist that works with him.

Eazy The Block Captain Has A More Detailed Response On The Way

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Furthermore, Eazy reposted an apology from Nicole Sabrina for misinforming media outlets when it came to the timing of her client’s statement. Sabrina apparently told various news sources that he would speak out on Friday (September 22) and made an exclusive story available. This seemingly wasn’t done with the consent of the hardened MC, so maybe that’s why Eazy The Block Captain had to preview his actual reflection on the matter with a Story post. Either way, it still adds to a lot of speculation and mystery online surrounding this, especially since it’s been a long time coming.

After all, the first time that all these actors were involved in this gossip was a couple of months ago. Gotti claimed that Eazy and Remy’s man actually physically fought over this, which she then denied. It looks like we must now wait for the battle rapper to either settle this down or light it on fire. On that note, stay logged into HNHH for the latest news and updates on Remy Ma, Papoose, and Eazy The Block Captain.

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Tems Breaks Silence On Ridiculous Future Pregnancy Rumor

September 22, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Tems has been gaining a ton of traction as of late when it comes to her artistry and by extension, her music. In fact, she has been able to collaborate with some massive artists. She was sampled on the Future and Drake song “Wait For U,” which is a lovely track about yearning and relationships. Moreover, she has had conversations with the likes of Kendrick Lamar, who is clearly a big fan. Her growth as an artist has been fun to watch, and fans cannot wait to see what she does next.

However, this past week, there were some bizarre rumors circulating around the artist. If you were on Twitter Wednesday, then you know that people were trying to say she was pregnant with Future’s baby. Additionally, there were a select few who spun this and said it was actually Drake’s child. Overall, these rumors were completely unsubstantiated and didn’t really make a whole lot of sense. However, that did not stop them from spreading like wildfire. Well, Tems has finally responded, and she is just as surprised as most of you are.

Tems Speaks

In conclusion, you people are all mad!!! pic.twitter.com/YpPgMBOxg7

— TEMS (@temsbaby) September 22, 2023

Above, Tems posted a selfie on Twitter in which she simply said: “In conclusion, you people are all mad!!!” While this was not a direct response to the rumors, it is very obvious what she is referring to here. Fans were quick to respond to the tweet, and for the most part, they were all relieved to find out that these were just simple rumors. Rumors can spread very fast, and sometimes, it is good to just come out and deny them. As for Tems, it feels like she did it in the best and most humorous way possible.

If you were invested in this story, well, now, you can rest easy. However, if you truly wanted this all to be true, then this is some awful luck. Let us know what you think of all this, in the comments section down below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for more news from around the music world. We will always keep you informed.

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Tems & Future Pregnancy Rumors Spiral Out Of Control On Twitter

September 20, 2023 by newhiphopnews

It often doesn’t take much for a rumor online to catch fire, as Tems and Future are learning today. The pair teamed up for one of the biggest hit songs of last year “WAIT FOR U” which also featured Drake. It was part of a massive rise to fame for the Nigerian singer which included a number of awards and collaborations with even more major artists. Now, the pair are once again being linked as pregnancy rumors begin to swirl online.

The rumors seem to have begun with a TikTok that dropped overnight. In the video, a user claims that you can see Tems baby bump and fans absolutely ran with it from there. Twitter has since erupted with fans of both artists reacting to the potential news with gifs and short videos. “Lemme do my research alone cause ain’t no way y’all are believing that Tems is having baby with future,” claims one fan not believing the rumors. “Everybody saying Tems is pregnant by Future… lawd Jesus” reacts another. Check out the video that started the rumor below.

Tems And Future Baby Rumors Take Off Online

Y’all saw this tems video and automatically thought she pregnant by future………. pic.twitter.com/KAJ63QB9Mf

— Mi deh yah, yuh know (@yah_deh1) September 20, 2023

Tems has crossed paths with quite a few big celebs in her career so far. Last month, she sat down for an interview with none other than Kendrick Lamar where both musicians shared their feelings on a variety of subjects. The pair discussed some of the fundamental musical influences of their childhood and early career and dug into what mental health effects the music industry has on its artists.

Last month, Tems made her debut performance at Lollapalooza and fans online were very impressed. She lit up the stage on a Friday afternoon during the festival and clips of her performance were a hot commodity online. Fans praised not just her major collaborations with artists like Future and Wizkid but also her own discography which she delivered in spades during the performance. What do you think of the Tems and Future pregnancy rumors? Let us know in the comment section below.

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Nicki Minaj Asked “Where The Opps At?” At VMAs As Kenneth Petty & Offset Clash

September 16, 2023 by newhiphopnews

This might be the most heavy rap beef of all time in which the opposing parties have rarely, if ever, actually dissed each other outright. Moreover, the cold war between Nicki Minaj and Cardi B continued in a pretty intense way this week. At the VMAs, the Trinidadian MC’s husband Kenneth Petty and his friends posted up at the ceremony and boasted on social media that they were looking for Cardi B and Offset. The former Migo even responded on social media some time after these clips went viral, calling his opps broke from a jet plane after his alleged message to one of Petty’s associates surfaced.

It’s a bit convoluted at the moment, but the point is that Nicki Minaj’s camp was looking for Cardi B and her company during and after the awards show. Now, new videos are adding further context to the whole ordeal, such as the 40-year-old’s response to a fan’s question at the VMAs. Furthermore, they asked “Where the opps at?” and she seemed to have an excited response to that. However, her words aren’t heard in the clip, so people are truly making a mountain out of this very small molehill.

Nicki Minaj Wonders Where The Opps Are, Might’ve Referred To Offset & Cardi B

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Tensions between Cardi B and Nicki Minaj come up from their fanbases for the most part, at least right now. As two of the biggest female rappers in the game with past history, few MCs are compared and contrasted with as much scrutiny as those two. It’s unfortunate because, within the world of femcees, this is a far-too-common practice that divides and disincentivizes cooperation and support rather than empower women in a male-dominant and male-privileged industry. The girls run the show now, in many’s eyes, but strange occurrences like these turn them against each other.

If anything, their only competitive and contentious battle should be a sales and impact one. After all, they both have highly anticipated albums on the way. First there’s Barb’s Pink Friday 2 and then we’ll get Bardi’s sophomore studio release. Maybe one day, the two of them can put everything aside, despite how much the world around them wants to clash. On that note, stay posted on HNHH for the latest news and updates on Nicki Minaj, Offset, Kenneth Petty, and Cardi B.

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