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Mary J. Blige Recalls Learning She’s A 2024 Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Inductee: “It’s A Big Deal”

April 25, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Earlier this week, this year’s Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame inductees were finally unveiled. Much to fans’ excitement, Mary J Blige made the cut, along with A Tribe Called Quest, Ozzy Osbourne, and more. Blige has been making hits for decades now, but nonetheless, she was blown away by the news.

During a recent appearance on The Tamron Hall Show, she opened up about learning the news, and reflected on her journey up to this point in her career. “I’m still trying to process this whole thing. It’s a big deal. I’m just so grateful because I know it didn’t have to be this way but it is this way, and I give all the credit to God. I don’t even know what else to do. It’s just so humbling,” the performer explained. “I don’t know what to do besides be grateful and thankful.”

Mary J. Blige Says “Amazing Things Have Happened”

“I was home and I got the news from some people in my camp, my business, and I was grateful for the nomination because I was next to Cher, Mariah Carey, Sade, all these amazing women,” Blige continued. “When I saw Cher, I was like, ‘We can forget about it.’ [laughs] Let me just sit down and be grateful for the nomination. So, when I heard the news on Sunday, I was like ‘What the—?’”

“I work so hard mentally, spiritually, physically, intellectually. I’ve been through everything in front of the world, from taxes to shame to abusive relationships. All kinds of stuff I’ve been through. I figured out how to come out classy and strong, you know? Just keep moving to the next thing. It’s just about being grateful. Amazing things have happened,” Blige concluded. What do you think of Mary J Blige being one of the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame’s 2024 inductees? What about her recent appearance on The Tamron Hall Show? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below, and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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Ja Rule Isn’t Surprised By Nelly & Ashanti’s Reunion

January 19, 2024 by newhiphopnews

In September of last year, Nelly and Ashanti finally confirmed rumors that they had rekindled their romance, much to the delight of fans everywhere. Since sharing the news, the adorable duo has been very vocal about their love for one another, frequently showing it off with over-the-top gifts, parties, and more. Amid their reunion, countless fans and peers have shown their support for the pair, most recently being Ja Rule.

During his recent appearance on The Tamron Hall Show, he explained that he wasn’t exactly shocked to hear that Nelly and Ashanti were back together, as their “chemistry” has always been undeniable. He described how his former collaborator and his wife Aisha Atkins are friends, which seemingly gave him some insight into the performer’s feelings.

Ja Rule Says The “Chemistry Was There” Between Nelly & Ashanti

“You can tell sometimes when women – they want that old thing back. I don’t want to blow sis up. But the chemistry was there,” Ja Rule said. “And I think for both of them it came back quick. So I think they missed each other. It had to be that way because of the way they just clicked and came back so fast.” Fans can certainly agree. Since reuniting, the couple couple has already collaborated on new music together and even sparked rumors that they’re expecting.

In December, a source told Us that Ashanti is pregnant with her first child with Nelly, though they’ve yet to confirm this. They first prompted speculation when Ashanti put her hands over her stomach while onstage with Nelly earlier that month. He later did the same before the both of them started to laugh, leading to theories that it was a hint. What do you think of Nelly and Ashanti’s reunion? What about Ja Rule’s take on it? Do you agree that their chemistry has always been undeniable? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below, and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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Ja Rule Thinks It’s “Impossible” For Him Not To Be Among The Top 50 Greatest Rappers

January 19, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Last year, Ja Rule hopped on Twitter to weigh in on being left off of VIBE and Billboard‘s lists of the greatest rappers of all time. While he was sure to congratulate those who did make the cut, he urged the outlets to take a closer look at his own accomplishments, suggesting that he should have been included. “There ain’t 50 rappers dead, alive or waiting to be born better than me,” he wrote. “#ICONN #Vibes @billboard congrats to everyone on the list well deserved but check my resume… #ICONN #Vibes.”

He was asked about being excluded during his recent appearance on The Tamron Hall Show, providing her with a more comprehensive take on the lists. According to him, despite music being subjective, it’s “statistically impossible” for him not to have made the cut.

Ja Rule On Being Left Off Of Billboard & VIBE‘s Lists

“I’m not a hater. Congrats to everyone on the list,” he began. “[But] these lists, they’re meaningless because music is subjective. You like who you want to like, you know everybody has their favorite artist… But my thing was: this is a list comprised by Billboard. They do numbers and statistics, if I’m not mistaken. Okay so, that list is impossible to make without Ja Rule being on it — statistically impossible.”

“There are artists that don’t have number one records, don’t have number one albums. I’m not knocking anybody on the list because, like I said, music is subjective… And when it comes to some of the older artists, you kind of got to go by different metrics because they didn’t have the sales. So I get that, but I said what I said.” What do you think of Ja Rule being left off of Billboard and VIBE‘s lists of the greatest rappers of all time? Do you agree that he should have made the cut? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below, and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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Cardi B’s Sister Hennessy Jokes About Patti LaBelle Calling Her “Chardonnay”

November 20, 2023 by newhiphopnews

When someone famous mixes up your name for something else, you might have the urge to just adopt that moniker forever. Still, others are less than forgiving, so when Patti LaBelle called Cardi B’s sister “Chardonnay” during a recent interview on The Tamron Hall Show (her real name is Hennessy Carolina), people wondered whether this would cause a thorn in her side. But for everyone assuming that it would, they clearly forgot that Patti LaBelle is an icon of soul and R&B, whose very presence around you should be an honor and a privilege. As such, Cabernet- I mean, Hennessy- took to her Instagram Story to reflect on this funny moment.

“If Patti calls me Chardonnay then Chardonnay it is [heart-covered face emoji] [heart emoji],” Hennessy remarked. It looks like they all just had a lot of fun together, as LaBelle was recalling when she and Cardi B linked up for a promo collab for their desserts. The 79-year-old even lovingly poked fun at Bardi’s Hispanic New York accent, shouted out her daughter Kulture and called them a “beautiful family.” In addition, she talked about how they always wanted to meet, how sweet their time was, and laughed at herself when Hall hysterically corrected the misnomer.

Cardi B’s Sister Hennessy Reacts To Patti LaBelle Misnaming Her

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Apart from her Cardi B adventures, though, it looks like the Philly legend is cooking up with more gas in the tank. Even after her legendary career, people still deservedly support and praise her no matter what phase she inhabits. For example, Patti LaBelle will be one of many features on the Eagles’ upcoming holiday album, which is a wild out-of-context crossover. Regardless, they are two musical legends, so it’s only right that they would connect for a special season.

Meanwhile, when it comes to the “Bongos” hitmaker’s own career, she still doesn’t understand why people think she fell off. After some comments from a recent IG Live session went viral, she had to clarify that she’s not retiring or taking a break from music. Maybe these two will collab on the comeback project that fans have been waiting so long for. On that note, stay posted on HNHH for the latest news and updates on Patti LaBelle, Hennessy Carolina, and Cardi B.

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