One of last year’s standout rap albums was JID’s The Forever Story. Fueled by singles like “Surround Sound,” “Dance Now,” and “Kody Blu 31,” the album was a critical and fan favorite and commercial success for the Atlanta rapper, peaking at No. 12 on the Billboard 200 — his best-performing album to date.
This year, though, The Forever Story is receiving renewed attention, thanks in large part to the “Surround Sound Challenge” on TikTok set to the song. So, just what is the Surround Sound Challenge?
Its alternate name, the Ceiling Challenge, offers a hint: Users have been taping their phones to the ceilings of their homes, classrooms, offices, and even retail establishments in order to get a top-down view as they dance to the beat of JID’s hyperactive single. The team at Dreamville shared some of their favorite examples on the label’s TikTok account:
Meanwhile, the label’s president, Ib, noted the song’s recent streaming resurgence as a result of its TikTok popularity, joking on Twitter (never X), “Crazy. Great music never dies it just needs a little tik tok.”
He ain’t wrong. TikTok has increasingly become the launching pad for older or overlooked singles, juicing the stats for tracks like Flyana Boss‘ “You Wish” and Tyla’s “Water,” taking them from relative unknowns to charting major label artists.
Rubi Rose may seem like just another pretty face on the outside, but she has done her due diligence to make a name for herself. She has a music career that is still on the upswing, as well as her beauty and fashion ventures. Recently, she expressed her interest in making waves in the video game world. Maybe the most highly-anticipated video game in recent memory, GTA VI, is finally in development. Rockstar, the company that makes the game, announced that the first trailer will be out sometime next month.
If you know anything about the last installment, the loading screen features a blond woman in nothing but a bikini. One person who felt they were fit to model for the job was Rubi. Someone said that they needed something “JUICY” while booting up the game. Rubi responded, “Me, perhaps.” There have been no developments on that front since then. While beauty is a big part of what she does, it is no surprise she was game for the gig. It is also why this new video is not shocking at all.
Rubi looks to be at a gym of some kind. She shared the video on her TikTok, rehearsing for a show or music video most likely. The artist was practicing her patented twerking with an old man hanging around in the background. In fact, he looked locked in on her and clearly was enjoying “the show.” However, it appears that Rubi did not mind it at all. The caption of the post says, “He stayed and watched my whole rehearsal lol.”
What are your initial thoughts on Rubi Rose’s rehearsal? Are you surprised she did nothing to address the old man watching her? Do you think she should have done something? We would like to hear what you have to say about all of this. With that in mind, be sure to leave all of your hottest takes in the comments section below. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest breaking news around Rubi Rose, as well as everything else going on around the pop culture world.
The connection between TikTok and music has always been strong, from the Musical.ly merger in 2017 to the platform being used as a music promotion tool today. Now, TikTok has made it easier for fans to keep track of songs they hear on TikTok outside of the app: As TechChrunch notes, the platform has launched a new feature that allows users to save songs from TikTok videos to their accounts on Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon Music.
The feature, dubbed “Add To Music App,” was introduced in a TikTok press release shared today (November 14). It notes in part:
“The feature will appear as a button that says Add Song next to a track name at the bottom of a TikTok video in the For You Feed, inviting users to save the song to the music streaming service of their choice. The first time a user presses the Add Song button, they can choose to save it to their preferred music streaming service.
The track will then be saved to a default playlist in the preferred music streaming service, but users can also choose to add the track to a new playlist or an existing playlist that they have created. Following the first use of the Add to Music App feature, the music app selected will then become the default music streaming service for future track saves, although users can select to change the default music streaming service at any time under settings. Users can also use the Add to Music App feature from an artist’s Sound Detail Page.”
Add To Music App is being rolled out to users in the US and UK, while users in other areas are set to get the feature later on. Learn more about Add To Music App here.
A video of Travis Barker drumming in a hospital delivery room while his wife actively gave birth has been garnering a healthy dose of negative attention online. The video, in which Barker is seen drumming along to his unborn child’s heartbeat, has been described as “the greatest ick” by some fans. In general, fans complained about what they saw as an obnoxious behavior, with many taking the opportunity to take shots at celebrities in general. However, one person who didn’t appear to mind it was Kardashian herself, who reshared the video to her Instagram story.
Kardashian gave birth to the couple’s first child, a boy later revealed to be named Rocky Thirteen. Both parents have children from their previous relationships. “Kourtney is over the moon about her son’s arrival,” a source told PEOPLE. “Her pregnancy took a stressful turn towards the end. She is happy to just be able to snuggle her baby boy now. She feels so blessed.” The source also says Barker “keeps being amazing,” and that “he brings her favorite, healthy food to the hospital. He makes sure she has everything that she needs. He is obsessed with their baby boy.”
One person, however, who is not in Kardashian’s good books, is Tristan Thompson. This is at least according to the latest episode of The Kardashians. There is certainly a spectrum of acceptance towards Thompson amongst the family. Furthermore, Kourtney definitely slots in at its lowest end. “Tristan and I really have not connected and I just can’t fake it,” Kourtney told Kylie Jenner ahead of a sitdown with Thompson in this week’s episode. For her part, Kylie also expressed anxiety over Thompson’s impending visit, giving Kourtney at least one ally in the family.
During their chat, Kourtney asked Thompson if he “feels anything” after he cheats. Thompson, who has previously said that he is “now in a place to own his mistakes”, claimed he felt “disgusted”. However, Kourtney jumped on the answer, demanding to know why, if that was the case, he would cheat so frequently. Thompson, at this stage of his career, is better known for his infidelity and allegations of neglect than anything he does on the court.
Laurent Bourgeois of the twin dancer duo, Les Twins, has denied the rumor circulating on TikTok that he’s fathered 37 children. The accusation began gaining traction online over the weekend with TikTok user @Lil_Curvy_ also accusing the twins of manipulative behavior. Laurent argued that there isn’t any tangible proof of the allegations.
“You should know that he already has 37 other children to his credit, whom he has totally abandoned,” the TikTok user wrote in their lengthy caption. “I managed to rebuild and move forward because I am a strong person but I haven’t done that at all unfortunately.” She added that she hoped to help other women prevent damaging their own “mental health” and “future.”
VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA – APRIL 27: Les Twins perform at Sony’s activation at SOMETHING IN THE WATER on April 27, 2019 in Virginia Beach, Virginia. (Photo by Larry French/Getty Images for Sony)
Laurent addressed the situation in a video posted to social media. “Give me the baby mamas names…give me everything, where they at?” he asked in a video. “Why are you guys talking about that? I wanna see the babies, I wanna see the babies. I wanna see what they look like…they might look so beautiful.” He continued: “But please, I need you guys to understand. First of all, let’s do 10 babies…that’s a lot! 37? I just hope in the 37 babies there’s some Japanese or Chinese, because I really love Asians. So it’s like, if I have a little Samurai that would be amazing. That’s my wish, that’s my dream.” Check out his full response on Twitter below.
Despite Laurent denying the rumors, fans shared plenty of jokes at his expense on Twitter. “Not one of Les Twins having 37 children. The real French bed bug,” one user wrote. Be on the lookout for further updates on the accusation against Laurent Bourgeois on HotNewHipHop.
It’s safe to say that not a lot of former MMA fighters have had the kind of career change Keith Lee has had. The man took the lemons life gave him, made lemonade, and has been running with it ever since. If you’re a TikTok user or use social media a lot, it’s highly possible you’ve come across him on your feed before. Basically, Keith Lee has created a niche for himself, and become a favorite of food enthusiasts around the world.
Lee is a huge trend right now, especially due to his most recent visit to Atlanta as a part of his food tour. Like a Black Santa Claus, Lee went on his merry way spreading love and light throughout ATL. However, he seems to have left a trail of restaurants shaken in his wake as well due to his criticism of Atlanta’s food scene. Even Cardi B has corroborated Keith Lee’s story about the restaurants in ATL. Now a renowned food reviewer, he has come a very long way from his MMA days. For those curious about the personality shaking up TikTok (and the ATL restaurant scene), here’s all you need to know.
Keith Lee’s MMA Beginnings
Born on October 4, 1996, Keith Lee first gained media attention duking it out with opponents in the MMA cage. Keith, who is the brother of MMA fighter Kevin Lee, has previously fought in both the Bantamweight and Featherweight divisions, going professional at the age of 20 in 2016. Known by the nickname “Killa,” Lee went on to partake in 13 MMA fights. Altogether, he holds a fair record, with eight wins and five losses. On TikTok, Lee shared how he secured a contract with Bellator MMA. “A day after Christmas (2019), I got a call from my manager and I earned a six-figure contract,” he said. Unfortunately, his contract with Bellator was terminated in August 2021, and he became broke again. However, that was probably the best thing to happen to him. The seemingly unfortunate event spurred Lee on to take a step that changed his life forever.
Keith Lee actually started posting content on his TikTok account way back in 2020. For most of his life, he had dealt with social anxiety and wanted to try conquering it through making videos of himself. In an interview with MMA Fighting, he shared, “I originally started doing TikTok to get more comfortable with doing interviews for MMA.” He explained further, “Because, at the time, all I was doing was MMA. Within that, it was about me learning how to slow myself down, how to speak at a more monotone tone. I usually speak this slow anyways, but when I get excited or I get nervous, I talk real fast.”
It would still take a while for the internet personality to finally settle on food reviews. He first pivoted to making more family-related content, often featuring his then-pregnant wife. Subsequently, the unusual cravings she had led Lee to start making cooking videos. Soon after, he was invited to appear on an episode of the popular YouTube show, People Vs Food.
“I was like OK, if I was to be on their show and I was a viewer, what would I look for if somebody was on a different platform?” Lee shared. “What would I look for in order for me to go to their platform and watch their videos? I was like, food reviews. I would watch somebody do food reviews all day. So let me start doing food reviews.”
For all of the long term members of the Lee family We thank you for being here during this whole journey For the new members Welcome to the family , we also thank you for being here. To myself Thank you for never giving up and trusting God , to my wife Thank you for trust me and what God has for us. To @REACT & @Disney I will see you soon God is amazing #thankful#storytime
Lee subsequently became an overnight TikTok sensation. On the platform, he achieved a followership gain of over four million between November 2022 and January 2023. In a vulnerable moment, the food critic shared with MMA Fighting, “I felt very expendable after I lost my contract with Bellator. I promised myself I’m going to build something that no one can take away from me.” Evidently, he has managed to do just that. If nothing else, Keith Lee is a man of his word.
Keith Lee’s rise since he started posting food reviews has been something straight out of a fantasy book. Audiences evidently love his honest reviews, and his followers have grown exponentially since January 2023. While all of this is great for him, perhaps the best part of it all is how he’s used his platform to elevate small food businesses. The Keith Lee effect is no joke, and he has used it positively ever since.
On his nationwide food tour, Lee recently shook the internet during his stop in Atlanta. In like fashion, the food reviewer intended to highlight food from as many places as he could, and honestly, too. However, he was faced with a surprising obstacle: the unorthodox, and sometimes ridiculous rules of some restaurants in Atlanta. This has since become a major hot topic on social media, garnering all sorts of responses from celebrities, as well as the general public.
Over time, Lee has been vocal about how he does not want to be given special treatment. However, since he has become such a recognizable figure, it’s hard to know whether or not he’s being treated specially. As a result, what he often does these days is have another member of his family place orders or walk into restaurants in his place. Several restaurants in ATL went on to state their rules, including things like limits on dine-in times, no reservations, no waiting areas, hour-long waiting times, etc.
These rules, however, were typically overturned whenever Keith Lee eventually revealed himself. Obviously, if someone was influential enough, these restaurants could break their rules, and Lee just wasn’t a fan of that. Consequently, he shared videos of every time this happened, and it was more than a few times. It happened at The Real Milk & Honey, Old Lady Gang, and Atlanta Breakfast Club, among others. Lee, hoping only to share his experiences at these establishments, always expressed that he did not condone any disrespect towards them. Regardless, chaos ensued, and Lee has said he may have to put his food tour on hold. He prioritizes honesty and transparency, and has since shared, “I’m going to be 100 percent transparent, 100 percent candid, me and my family will postpone touring if other cities are going to be like this. Every review [is] not going to be the best.”
As a result of his transparency, Keith Lee has managed to put several rising restaurants on the map. Particularly, many small-time spots have expressed their gratitude for his positive reviews, which has, in turn, boosted their clientele. However, his visit to ATL has led to many on social media to call out the pretentious façade of many restaurants in the city. Nonetheless, Keith Lee forges on, sharing his experiences, one spot after another.
A TikToker by the name of “swagifypromo” has found himself as the main character of SportsTok after trying to shame Steph Curry. The account posted a video claiming that his 8-year-old son had saved $2500 for courtside seats at a Warriors game so he could meet Steph Curry. However, the video shows Curry going to meet another family as the TikToker’s son quietly stands in the background with a jersey.
Despite this being perfect ragebait, people are more mad at the TikToker than Curry. “Entitled parents and kids,” reads one comment with over 11,000 likes. “How does an 8yr old save $2500? My 30yr old lives in my house,” another said with 15,000 likes. Furthermore, people took major issue with the original poster saying that NBA players had a “duty to serve the youth” and other bizarre phrases. Of course, there were a handful of people calling for Curry to make it right. However, a majority of the commenters have seen through Swagify’s attempt at rage bait content.
Meanwhile, Curry has been absolutely balling out in the start to the NBA season. Through six games, in which the Warriors are 5-1, Curry is already averaging 30.8 points and 5.7 rebounds. The Warriors have been route one this season, with Curry nearly doubling the ppg of the next-best shooter on the team (Klay Thompson, 16.8 ppg). It remains to be seen if Curry can keep this white-hot pace throughout the season. Curry only has two 30-point seasons (2015/16, 2020/21) in his lengthy career.
The Warriors are currently in the early stages of a road trip. After a win over the Thunder earlier this week, they still have games against Cleveland, Detroit, and Denver before returning home to face Cleveland on November 11. Their only loss this season came in the first game of the season, as the Suns topped them in a close game. They currently lead their division by 1.5 games ahead of the Los Angeles Lakers, who are 3-2.
Sophia Diamond, a name that resonates with millions on platforms like TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram, has carved a niche for herself in the world of social media influencers. As of 2023, her estimated net worth stands at a staggering $2 million US Dollars, according to BigstarBio. But how did she amass such wealth, and what’s the story behind her success?
Born in Moscow, Russia, on August 21, 2001, Sophia Diamond’s journey to stardom began quite early. Although she spent her initial years in Russia, she moved to Israel at a young age and lived there until she was 11. Eventually, she relocated to Canada in 2012, where she currently resides. Growing up with five siblings, including a younger brother named Daniel, Sophia’s family roots trace back to Russia.
The Rise Of A Social Media Star
Sophia’s foray into the digital world began with TikTok in March 2018. Her unique blend of comedy, lip-syncs, and dance videos quickly garnered attention, propelling her to become one of the app’s most celebrated stars. With over 4.5 million followers on TikTok alone, Sophia’s influence is undeniable. Unlike many influencers, Sophia often chose to work solo, although she once collaborated with Nina Polaris for a comedy video.
Her YouTube channel, “@Sophia Diamond,” further showcases her versatility. With content ranging from self-care tips to lifestyle hacks, Sophia has managed to amass 90K subscribers. Additionally, her Instagram presence is noteworthy, boasting almost 1.2 million followers.
Financial Success & Collaborations
Sophia’s impressive net worth is a testament to her hard work and strategic collaborations. A significant portion of her earnings comes from sponsored posts and partnerships with brands like Canon IVY, Fashion Nova, and Bang Energy Drink. Her influence on TikTok and Instagram allows her to command a premium for these promotional posts.
Moreover, Sophia’s YouTube channel serves as another stream of passive income, thanks to the platform’s ad network. Beyond her social media endeavors, Sophia harbors aspirations of becoming a professional actress, hinting at the possibility of even greater financial success in the future.
Personal Life & Relationships
While Sophia’s professional life is an open book, she tends to keep her personal life private. However, it’s known that she was in a relationship with Kian Salehi in 2017. The two were often spotted together, but by 2018, signs of their relationship ending became evident. They unfollowed each other on social media platforms, and Sophia removed all pictures of Kian from her Instagram. Later, she confirmed her single status in a post.
Sophia Diamond’s journey from a young girl in Moscow to a multi-millionaire social media influencer is inspiring. Her dedication, talent, and strategic collaborations have played a pivotal role in her success. As she continues to grow her brand and explore new avenues, there’s no doubt that Sophia Diamond’s net worth will only soar higher in the coming years.
In the newest development of a very busy year for NLE Choppa, he saw down to make some hilarious content with Pinky Doll. The two recorded a pair of “NPC” videos. The first of which saw them pretending to be NPCs meeting for the first time, while the second one featured some timed choreography. After that, they hopped on TikTok live together to joke around with fans and perform even more NPC actions.
In the comments of a repost of all the videos fans seem surprisingly delighted. “Idk I like choppa he like the cooler version of what I thought blueface was,” the top comment on the post reads. Elsewhere others made jokes at Choppa’s expense. “He be doing everything but what he’s famous for,” a comment that has racked up over 16k likes reads. “Knew the Sims and GTA was gonna catch up with us one day,” another fan jokes. Check out all three videos and the various fan reactions in the comments below.
NLE Choppa has released a ton of new music this year. Much of that has come from his new album Cottonwood 2 and the various deluxe editions of it that have dropped. The Cottonwood 2 Deluxe 2.0 edition now spans a full 40 songs and over 2 hours of material. Included on the record are features from Lil Wayne, ROb49, 2rare, Lola Brooke, Fivio Foreign, Kevin Gates, G Herbo, Rick Ross, Sexyy Red, and many more.
Earlier this month, NLE Choppa left fans and his family scared when he seemingly disappeared, Thankfully, not long after his mother provided an update on the rapper, confirming that he was okay. Choppa broke his silence on the absence claiming that he merely needed to “get back to his roots” for a bit. Choppa was met with plenty of criticism online for his actions. What do you think of NLE Choppa trying out NPC livestreams? Let us know in the comment section below.
Kandi Burruss is reality TV royalty at this point. Furthermore, she is the owner of the Old Lady Gang restaurant in Atlanta, Georgia. Overall, this is a spot known for making amazing food. However, the restaurant has recently come under fire due to a review by TikTok star Keith Lee. The former MMA star-turned food reviewer went to Old Lady Gang and didn’t get any food. It was a review that many fans were waiting for, especially with Lee reviewing a ton of spots in the Atlanta area.
As Keith Lee explains, he was told that the restaurant was not doing any takeout. Subsequently, he decided to have his wife go in and see if he could get a table. He was eventually told it would be a long wait. However, once he went into the building, they offered him a seat right away. He did not like the special treatment and decided to leave. It was an experience that others have had at the restaurant, and it is why Lee’s review resonated with people. Now, Kandi Burruss is giving her side of the story.
#KandiBurruss responds to #KeithLee OLG food review and tbh she took the criticism very well and acknowledged the concerns and says she hopes to be able to serve his family in the future. pic.twitter.com/gsvoCqzSlQ
In the clip above, she revealed that she doesn’t have her restaurant do takeout on the weekends as it can overwhelm the kitchen. Overall, this is a pretty reasonable explanation. However, when it comes to Lee’s favoritism allegations, she didn’t really offer too much of an answer. That said, she did make it clear that she would love to have Lee back. “I want to say thanks to Keith for trying to even show up,” Burruss said. “Thanks for trying to bring your family by. Maybe next time we’ll still get a chance to serve you.”
For many, Lee’s arrival in Atlanta is huge as he is exposing a problem that has plagued restaurants in the area for years. Only time will if these places take the criticism to heart. Let us know what you think about Burruss’ response, in the comments section below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for more news from around the entertainment world. We will always be sure to keep you informed.
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