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Sexyy Red Reacts To Wild Throwback Video, Reveals The Secret To Her Success

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Sexyy Red’s skyrocket to stardom has been impressive, to say the least. After “Pound Town” blew up, she went on to release her mixtape Hood Hottest Princess, which featured a remix of the viral hit featuring none other than Nicki Minaj. She’s since taken part in countless high-profile collabs with the likes of Drake, SZA, Latto, and more. She even teamed up with Nicki once again for the Queen of Rap’s track “FTCU (Remix)” alongside Travis Scott and Chris Brown, which came out just last night. It’s already become a fan-favorite, with some listeners arguing that it’s worlds better than the original.

Needless to say, Sexyy’s come a long way since her cheating boyfriend diss track days in St. Louis, but that doesn’t mean she can’t look back on them with fondness. Earlier today, she responded to a loyal fan looking back on one of her first-ever music videos. The video in question is for her remix of Vanessa Carlton’s 2002 track “A Thousand Miles,” dubbed “Ah Thousand Jugs.”

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Sexyy Red Never Gave Up

“This how I know @SexyyRed314_,” the fan wrote. “Y’all know pound town !” Sexyy Red took the opportunity to share some words of advice with her followers, reflecting on how far she’s managed to come. “Neva give up ya time comin [kiss emojis],” she wrote. Clearly, that managed to pay off for Sexyy Red, so perhaps fans should take notes.

She’s even become one of the GOATs’ GOAT, with Drake sharing a sweet Instagram post in honor of the femcee’s 26th birthday this week. What do you think of Sexyy Red looking back on her early days? Are you a fan of her throwback music video? What about her advice for her followers? Are you surprised by how far she’s managed to come since her “Ah Thousand Jugs” days? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below, and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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PartyNextDoor Helped Set The Tone For 2010s R&B With “Break From Toronto”

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PartyNextDoor is easily one of the biggest artists in the R&B world. Throughout the 2010s, he was part of the new school of the genre, that was changing the way people thought about R&B production. Overall, The Weeknd, DVSN, and even Majid Jordan were part of this revolution. Since that time, Party’s releases have been sparse. Thankfully, on April 26th, he will be dropping PartyNextDoor 4 which is already garnering attention thanks to the NSFW cover art. Whatever the case, fans are excited for some new tunes.

With this new project on the horizon, we are taking a look back at some of the incredible songs that Party has released. For instance, below, you can listen to one of his first big hits, “Break From Toronto.” This is a song that dropped 10 years ago, and that is going to make some of you out there feel very old. Regardless, this is a song you probably have some fond memories of.

PartyNextDoor Is Still Doing Big Things

With this song, Party gives us some sung rap verses, while also transitioning into a full-blown singing voice. Meanwhile, the production is atmospheric and spacey, which is one of his signature traits. It all comes together with a fantastic song that was anthemic in Toronto for quite some time. We can only hope that PND 4 brings about similar vibes.

Let us know how you feel about this classic PND song, in the comments section down below. Do you think this is one of his best pieces of work? How did you enjoy his previous album and are you excited for the next one? Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the music world. We will keep you informed on all of your favorite artists and their upcoming projects.

Quotable Lyrics:

Tight jeans on so she feel my shit, ayy (Feel my shit)
Tell me somethin’ good baby
Tell me somethin’, tell me somethin’ good shawty (Yeah)
Come bring it to the hood baby
Bring it-bring it back to hood, shawty (Ooh, ooh, ooh)

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“Check” By Young Thug Turns 9: It’s Still An Essential Trap Cut

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If there is a big three in terms of trap music and/or Southern hip-hop, Young Thug is more than worthy to enter those discussions. The Atlanta, Georgia native is a living legend now, but early on his career, his style was seen as avant-garde. His unconventional cadence and experimental approach to the subgenre turned a lot of people off, especially hip-hop purists. It took some time, but fans started to come around to his artistry and he grown to be one of most influential names we have going today. Part of the reason for that is because of songs from Young Thug like “Check.”

Barter 6, Thug’s debut solo mixtape under 300 Entertainment, officially turns nine years old today and we thought it would be fun to take a journey to the past. However, this song certainly does not sound like it belongs there. Due to the simplicity of the beat from London On Da Track, “Check” still feels as if the record dropped this year. Everything just clicks, especially Thugger, who has one of his more iconic intros to any song in his career.

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Relisten To “Check” By Young Thug

On top of that, he flows like a hot knife through butter over the woozy, slow-mo bass and 808s, as well the chunky kick drums. This also set up a great working relationship between Thug and London. They would go on to make “Lifestyle,” “With That” (on the same project), “Digits,” “Memo,” and so many countless classics. Be sure to relisten to “Check” by Thug and its iconic music video above.

What are your thoughts on “Check” by Young Thug? Is this the best track on Barter 6, why or why not? Where do you rank this song amongst his entire discography? Do you view this is an essential trap song? Do you still bump this song? We would like to hear what you have to say, so be sure to leave your takes in the comments section. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest news surrounding Young Thug. Finally, stay with us for everything else going on around the music world.

Quotable Lyrics:

I can see that bulls*** from a mile away (See it)
You can stack my money ’bout a mile away (Stack it)
I got three white b****es like it’s powder day (White)
Mink coat with the rolls like a Shar Pei
And all of my b****es sexy, call them Barbies (Sexy)
She lookin’ back like I’m flexin’, baby, no way (Uh-uh)

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Rihanna On ASAP Rocky Butt Grab At 2012 MTV VMAs: “My Team Was Worried”

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For years, hip-hop heads thought Rihanna and Drake would settle down together because of their strong working relationship. Ultimately, though, the “California King Bed” songstress chose ASAP Rocky to father her children, and she confirmed today (April 9) that they’re hoping to have more. On Tuesday morning RiRi’s Interview Magazine cover story dropped, consisting of iconic, gender-bending outfits and a conversation with Mel Ottenberg that reflects how life has changed for her since becoming a mother.

At one point, Rih was asked about the time when her man, ASAP Rocky, grabbed her butt during a performance at the 2012 MTV Video Music Awards. They were singing the hypersexual “Cockiness (Love It)” when the New Yorker gave his future lover’s behind a squeeze. “So when he grabbed my a** that night, everybody thought I was about to… My team was worried that I wanted to have his head on a f**king mantle,” the 36-year-old recalled of her short temper.

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Who Knew Rihanna and ASAP Rocky’s Relationship Went Back So Far?

However, since Rihanna was able to play the hot and heavy moment off, her inner circle was quick to speculate a growing crush. “I was like, ‘Ah, nah.’ That’s why everybody was like, ‘Oh my God. She likes him,’” the Barbadian explained. In 2013 she appeared in Rocky’s “Fashion Killa” visual, but it wasn’t until 2019 that their romance became serious.

Elsewhere in her Interview Magazine sitdown, Rihanna spoke about how Mel Ottenberg has always had a knack for styling her over the years. “You’ve always taken advantage of my silhouette and what my body is doing,” she praised the creative. “Like when I’m mad skinny, my boobs are, like, nothing and I have a little booty, and you work with that. And now it’s like, ‘Okay, I had two babies. You really have to push this up, snatch this in,” the Bad Gal added. See photos from their latest shoot together at the link below, and check back later for more hip-hop/pop culture news updates.

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Ashanti Glows In Throwback Photos Amid Rumored Pregnancy

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Ashanti continues to turn heads amid her rumored pregnancy, and today, the songstress decided to look back on one of her most glamorous looks of recent months in honor of Throwback Thursday. She shared a few photos of a sheer white dress she rocked a few months back. She complemented the dress with a pair of heeled white boots, dramatic gold earrings, and a plush floor-length fur coat.

Fans are raving about the luxurious look in her comments section. Some, on the other hand, failed to read her “tbt” caption, and are demanding answers about her alleged pregnancy. Either way, everyone agrees that she’s glowing, pregnant or not.

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Ashanti Rocks Sheer White Dress In Throwback Photos

While Ashanti and Nelly have opted to keep the fact that they’re allegedly expecting on the low, the former’s mother seemingly let the cat out of the bag during an interview last month. When congratulated about her daughter’s rumored baby on the way, Tina Douglas said that the pregnancy is “public” though it’s not yet been “confirmed.” This left fans even more confused than before, but it appears as though the pair have simply decided to keep that part of their lives private. One thing they never fail to put on display is their relationship, however, as they continue to show one another off on social media.

Last week, Ashanti shared some fun clips of her and Nelly enjoying a karaoke night with friends. Before that, she posted an adorable carousel of clips and photos from their Valentine’s Day celebration, Super Bowl festivities, and more. What do you think of Ashanti posting throwbacks amid her rumored pregnancy? Are you a fan of her fuzzy white fit? What about her and Nelly choosing not to address ongoing speculation that they’re expecting? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below, and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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Drake Trolls Joe Budden, Nicki Minaj Invites Podcaster To Perform Throwback Hit

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Drake still has yet to respond to the shade thrown at him by his “Poetic Justice” collaborator Kendrick Lamar with a diss track of his own. This is leaving some to wonder if he’ll ever have any bars to spit about what went down between them. Interestingly, the father of one is still very active on social media. Specifically, he wasn’t afraid to poke fun at another opp of his – Joe Budden. On Saturday (March 30), Drizzy’s Instagram Story lit up with a snapshot of the podcaster wearing some seriously baggy sweatpants.

To complete his fit, Budden added a black hoodie, a shiny puffer jacket in the same colour, crisp white sneakers and a hat that reads, “FREE.” The Canadian’s trolling comes after his most recent performance in New York City, where he got some frustrations off his chest during “Energy.” On the picture of JB, Drake wrote, “What’s the vibes NY?!?” suggesting he was on the hunt for a fun way to spend his Easter weekend.

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While Drake continues to troll Budden, Nicki Minaj is surprisingly putting their differences aside to show him love. The Queen of Rap invited her fellow artist to perform during her concert in New Jersey recently, specifically requesting “Pump It Up.” When the 43-year-old shared the news on his internet show, co-hosts and fans were disappointed in Budden for turning down the incredible opportunity. “I ain’t hype no more,” he simply said.

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Nicki Minaj Requests “Pump It Up” on the Pink Friday 2 Tour

 
 
 
 
 
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“That was a real song?” one IG user asked in @theshaderoom’s comments. “I thought it was just for ‘You Got Served’ 😭😭,” they laughed. “I’m not gonna lie… If you’re a kid you won’t understand how fire this would have been!! My 34-year-old ass WOULD HAVE BEEN GEEKED!!! I’m mad he said no!” another person admitted. Would you like to see Joe Budden do “Pump It Up” live? Let us know in the comments, and check back later to see more hip-hop/pop culture news updates.

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50 Cent Reacts To “No Diddy,” Shares Throwback With Eminem & Dr. Dre

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It’s no secret that 50 Cent has his fair share of issues with Diddy, which is why fans were eager to hear his take on the new phrase going around, “No Diddy.” Social media users are using the phrase in place of phrases like “pause” or “no homo” to convey a similar message. The new slang has been going viral for the past day or so after a clip of Quilly saying it during an interview with DJ Akademiks made its rounds online.

As expected, 50 Cent was quick to hop on Instagram to weigh in, and it appears as though he’s a fan. He shared a post by Daily Loud about the phrase earlier today, revealing his thoughts on it in his caption. “Oh, I fvck wit son that’s my man No Diddy. 🤨I’ll Boom you right Now! Fvck outta here! LOL @bransoncognac @lecheminduroi,” he captioned the post.

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50 Cent Is A Fan Of “No Diddy”

Trolling Diddy online isn’t the only thing 50 Cent’s been up to these days, however. Earlier this week, he came through to support Dr. Dre at the ceremony for his new star on the Hollywood Walk Of Fame. He later appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live alongside Dr. Dre, Eminem, and Snoop Dogg.

Following the fun appearance, he took to Twitter to reflect on how far they’ve come. He shared two side-by-side photos of him, Eminem, and Dr. Dre, one from 2004 and one from this year. “20 years,” he captioned the post. “Damn that went fast.”

50 Cent Reflects On 2004

What do you think of 50 Cent’s reaction to the phrase “No Diddy” going viral? What about his throwback photo with Dr. Dre and Eminem? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below, and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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The Weeknd’s “After Hours” LP Turns Four: Looking Back At The Self-titled, Multi-faceted Masterpiece Of A Song

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The Weeknd has so many classic tracks in his discography, that almost goes without saying. Whether its radio hits, bangers, or just well-crafted records, he really does have something for everyone. On top of having incredible tracks, he also has unforgettable albums. One of those is his 2020 contemporary R&B/80s pop offering After Hours. This was the LP that began his second trilogy in his discography and was continued in 2022 with Dawn FM. Today, on After Hours fourth anniversary, we wanted to reminisce about the captivating self-titled track to see how well it has held up.

“After Hours” was produced by The Weeknd as well as R&B legend Mario Winans, and frequent collaborators Illangelo and DaHeala. The Canadian R&B megastar made the song about a familiar topic in his canon. He is on his knees, apologizing to someone he used to be with as he looks to repair the relationship and himself. However, his old, promiscuous tendencies have come back up after being separated from her, making his vows to change less believable. It is a beautifully dark and sad tale that is executed perhaps the best on this song.

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Relisten To “After Hours” By The Weeknd

The third promotional single for “After Hours” did not see the same mainstream success as a “Blinding Lights,” for example. However, it still had a respectable number 77 placement in its first week on the Hot 100 chart. It went on to eventually peak at number 20, but this record is more than the numbers. The Weeknd really went all into creating a progressive experience with incredible beat switches, especially when the second verse comes in. We see this as an essential Weeknd track and it may be his greatest performance ever.

What were your thoughts on “After Hours” by The Weeknd when it dropped? Do you consider this his strongest track in his discography, why or why not? Or, is it just the best song on After Hours? Is this The Weeknd’s best album, why or why not? Is he the Michael Jackson of this era? We would like to hear what you have to say, so be sure to leave your takes in the comments section. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest news surrounding The Weeknd. Finally, stay with us for the most informative song posts throughout the week.

Quotable Lyrics:

My darkest hours
Girl, I felt so alone inside of this crowded room
Different girls on the floor, distractin’ my thoughts of you
I turned into the man I used to be, to be
Put myself to sleep
Just so I can get closer to you inside my dreams

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Old Footage Of Kamala Harris And Montel Williams Resurfaces

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Footage of Kamala Harris and Montel Williams during their brief 2001 relationship has re-emerged online. The footage shows the couple attending a red carpet-event together. Harris was yet to enter politics and was heading the Family and Children’s Services Division of San Francisco. She would win her first political position, San Francisco DA, in 2004. Meanwhile, Williams was in the midst of the syndicated run of The Montel Williams Show, which would end in 2008.

However, as mentioned, the relationship was a brief one. Harris met her husband, attorney Doug Emhoff, through a mutual friend in 2013. Meanwhile, Williams married American Airlines flight steward Tara Fowler in 2007. In 2020, Williams tweeted that he had “great respect” for Harris as she was named Joe Biden’s running mate for the 2020 election.

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Lil Wayne Performs “Mrs. Officer” At Kamala Harris Hip-Hop 50 Event

Meanwhile, Did Lil Wayne shade the Vice President? While performing at Kamala Harris’s Hip-Hop 50 celebration last year, Wayne dropped a performance of “Mrs. Officer”. Peaking at #16 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 2008, it’s a beloved piece of Wayne’s catalog. However, is there a deeper meaning to this performance? Obviously, the song is about Wayne getting it on with a female police officer and references N.W.A.‘s “F-ck Tha Police”. But before she was a senator and later VP, Harris had a relationship with law enforcement. She served as both San Francisco DA and California AG. Furthermore, she was widely criticized for her vocal pro-cop stance.

“Hip hop is the ultimate American art form,” Harris said at the event. “Born at a back to school party in the Bronx, raised on the streets of Philadelphia, Chicago, Oakland and Atlanta, hip hop now shapes nearly every aspect of America’s popular culture and it reflects the incredible diversity and ingenuity of the American people.To be clear, hip hop culture is America’s culture. It is music and melody and rhyme. Hip hop is also an ethos of strength and self-determination; of ambition and aspiration; of pride, power and purpose. Hip hop is a declaration of identity. It says I love who I am. I represent where I come from, and I know where I’m going.”

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Lil Uzi Vert’s “Silly Watch” Embodies Everything About The Philly Rapper

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Lil Uzi Vert had fans begging and pleading for a new album after his hit-filled record Luv Is Rage 2 dropped in late 2017. The Philly affiliate is one of the hardest rappers to trust when it comes to his promises of new music. But the wait was well worth it for fans as well as his bank account. When Eternal Atake finally hit streaming in March of 2020, it cleaned house with sales. Fans scooped up 288,000 copies, easily enough for a number one spot on the Billboard Hot 200 chart. One of the reasons why it was so successful was because of Lil Uzi Vert’s cut “Silly Watch.”

The banger about his obsession with watches also catapulted Eternal Atake to having the fourth largest streaming week ever. “Silly Watch” is quintessential Uzi as he lives up to his stage name rapping at the fire rate of the SMG. The Supah Mario beat is also very addicting with its piano-led melody. Hardcore fans of his will know that this track had a different name.

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Listen To “Silly Watch” By Lil Uzi Vert

According to Genius, the record was going to be referred to as “40 Glock.” However, Supah Mario cleared things up on Twitter saying that it does not exist. When the tracklist was revealed that is when fans figured out that “Silly Watch” would be the new moniker. It has since become one of the most popular tracks on the sophomore LP and for good reason. Of course, it would go on to receive its deluxe, LUV vs. The World 2, a week later with more features.

What are were your thoughts on “” by Lil Uzi Vert? Is this one of his strongest tracks of from Eternal Atake, why or why not? What is your favorite element of the song and why? Is this project still in your rotation? Do you prefer this version, or its deluxe, LUV vs. The World 2? We would like to hear what you have to say, so be sure to leave your takes in the comments section. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest news surrounding Lil Uzi Vert. Finally, stay with us for the most informative song posts throughout the week.

Quotable Lyrics:

Got a Richard Mille, this not a silly watch
All this money make me wan’ hit my Diddy Bop
Tell the teller at the bank, um, just give me lots
At the dealer, I can’t pull this s*** off the lot
Me and my boys, you know that we sharin’ thots
I got n****s that be movin’ the tan rock

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