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Young Thug Appears In Upcoming Mariah The Scientist Video
Atlanta rapper Young Thug is making a highly anticipated return to the spotlight after a year and a half in jail on RICO charges. In a surprising development, Thugger was spotted in the video footage upcoming music video by his rumored girlfriend, rising R&B star Mariah the Scientist. Some fans were supportive, others were skeptical of the situation. “No Mariah Slander…” one person commented. “Baby girl been holding down her man and staying out the way.” “Holding a man down while is in jail is just slow,” another said. “He’s been in jail longer than the relationship they had,” someone else commented.
Thug has spent more than a year navigating the challenges of jail life. However, the impact of his absence reaches beyond the prison walls, especially for Mariah the Scientist. The two had begun their romantic journey just months before Thug’s legal troubles began, making his absence all the more challenging for both of them. However, Mariah has been vocal about her support for her man. “Now, you know I got a man,” Mariah The Scientist told a large crowd during her performance at Outside Lands festival. “He locked up. Free my baby daddy!” Her announcement resulted in a “Free Thug” chant at the festival.
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Mariah The Scientist Is Still Supporting Young Thug
Mariah, however, has been aware of the backlash she’s been facing for continuing to hold down Young Thug. Despite the criticism, Mariah said in an interview that “there is nobody on planet earth that can get in between me and supporting my man.” She spoke openly about the challenges of their separation but also her deep love for him. “They have a lot to say, but I’m sorry to hear that you don’t understand what I got going on,” she continued. “Maybe one day you will, but the odds are you won’t. I don’t feel the need to explain and express to somebody the love I have for somebody else… It’s not gonna change what I have going on, what people have to say.”
The news of Young Thug’s cameo in Mariah the Scientist’s upcoming music video confirms that she’s still going strong for her man. It also signifies a hopeful comeback for the rapper, who is eagerly awaited by his loyal fan base. As fans excitedly anticipate the new footage and music with Young Thug, the music video can hopefully create a memorable moment. Are you excited to see new Young Thug footage? Let us know on HNHH!
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Young Thug’s Candy Crush Addiction Keeping Him Sane In Jail, Mariah The Scientist Says
Long distance relationships aren’t for everyone, namely due to the tricky circumstances that come with navigating such strong feelings through the distance. For Mariah the Scientist and Young Thug, things have proven to be particularly difficult through their physical separation. While the R&B starlet continues to tour across the country and prepare her new music for release, her other half has been behind bars for over a year and a half now while awaiting his YSL RICO trial.
We’ve heard occasional messages from Thugger himself, but for the most part, it’s been his loved ones giving us insight as to how the Atlanta native spends his days in jail. During a recent conversation with TMZ, The Scientist revealed that the So Much Fun hitmaker has been keeping his mind occupied, though not necessarily with writing raps or reading books. “He has an iPad and he plays Candy Crush,” the “Church” singer shared with a smile. “Every f**king day.”
Read More: Mariah The Scientist Shows No Signs Of Straying From Young Thug As Rapper Remains Behind Bars
Mariah the Scientist Gives an Update on Young Thug
It’s unclear what level Thug is on in the popular game right now, but internet users are speculating that he could potentially beat the entire thing should his legal proceedings continue to drag on so gradually. In the same interview, The Scientist was asked to share her thoughts on another artist’s relationship. Specifically, she complimented Sexyy Red while speaking on the Hood Hottest Princess‘ recent sex tape leak that left her feeling incredibly vulnerable in front of her millions of Instagram followers.
We anticipated that the YSL RICO trial would be slow-moving. Still, we can’t help but shake our heads at the snail-like pace of jury selection, which seems to be particularly difficult due to Young Thug’s far-reaching celebrity status. Do you think it would be more reasonable to carry out proceedings in another state, or would the results be similar elsewhere too? Share your thoughts in the comments, and check back later for more hip-hop/pop culture news updates.
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Gunna Performs In LA With “Free Jeffery” Sign And Shows Support For Young Thug
Last night (Sept. 28), Gunna took center stage at the YouTube Theater in Los Angeles and delivered an unforgettable performance. The sold-out evening was filled with surprises and memorable moments. This particular night marked the second and final leg of his highly anticipated a Gift & a Curse tour. The tour was in support of his recently released album of the same name. With a sold-out venue as his backdrop, Gunna performed some of his fan-favorite songs along with his notable chart-topping hits. However, amidst the performance, one moment stood out vividly to the audience. During Gunna’s playing of the song “Hot,” fans noticed that the set was accompanied by a striking backdrop displaying the words “Free Jeffery.”
“Hot” is a song that Gunna performs together with Young Thug. In this gesture of having “Free Jeffery” displayed on the walls, the “fukumean” rapper demonstrated support and solidarity with his fellow label mate. The bold visual statement was reminiscent of his similar tribute during the Barclay’s show in New York. The message, “Free Jeffery,” was a heartfelt display of support for Young Thug, whose legal name is Jeffery Lamar Williams. Young Thug, unfortunately, found himself in the middle of a complex legal situation. He was indicted as part of a 56-count RICO case in May of 2022, and is currently in prison.
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Gunna Had “Free Jeffery” Signage Displayed During “Hot”
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It’s essential to note that Gunna himself was not untouched by the legal punishments of the case. He too faced charges of conspiracy in connection with the same case. However, unlike Young Thug, Gunna managed to secure his release after entering an Alford plea, allowing him to continue his career and take the stage. He ended up performing hits such as “P power,” “Top Off,” “Pedestrian,” “Drip Too Hard,” and more.
Gunna’s performance at the YouTube Theater last night was not just musical entertainment, but a prominent display of support for Thug. Amidst the excitement of Gunna’s stage comeback, there’s still somewhat of a stigma that exists and causes a division among fans. Gunna’s return from prison sparked mixed feelings due to the stigma that’s attached to his involvement in the YSL RICO case. In December 2022, Gunna’s plea that allowed him to be released from jail caused some to believe that he snitched. Fans suggested he betrayed Young Thug and the YSL brand as a whole.
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WATCH: J. Prince Jr. Trolls Gunna with a Mouse He Named After the Rapper
J. Prince Jr. had some choice words for Gunna. In a video he posted online, J. Prince Jr. held a mouse he found in his swimming pool but named him Gunna. “Fukumean” played in the background of the message.
“Gunna, what you doing in a real nigga pool,” J. Prince Jr. joked. “You better stay your ass out my pool. I’m trying to make sure you ain’t saying Mob Ties is this and Mob Ties is that. Please don’t. We are a legally held business that does business and don’t do nothing else. Stop it Gunna!”
Nothing to see here, just J.Prince Jr. holding a rat (mouse) he found in his pool and named it ‘Gunna’
— Glock Topickz (@Glock_Topickz) September 25, 2023
Throughout the run of the YSL Rico trial, fans have wondered what role Gunna has played in Young Thug’s continued stay in jail. After Gunna was freed on an Alford Plea, rumors ran rampant that he snitched on Thugger. Young Thug’s father offers some context.
Gunna maintained his innocence against snitching allegations and continued to call for the release of Young Thug. Appearing in an interview last week with Infamous Sylvia, Young Thug’s father, Jeffrey Williams Sr., stated he loves Gunna.
“Let me try to help the attorney clarify that a little simpler,” Williams Sr. said. “Gunna hasn’t done anything whatsoever that can hurt us on this case, period.”
Young Thug’s dad:
“I love Gunna… Gunna hasn’t done anything whatsoever that can hurt us on this case. Period. ” pic.twitter.com/jbIsvzGNA0
— THUGGERDAILY ひ (@ThuggerDaily) September 16, 2023
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Young Thug’s Father Opens Up About Unfair RICO Case & Clears Gunna’s Name In Exclusive Interview
Young Thug’s father, Big Jeff, recently shared his perspective on the ongoing RICO case involving his son. During a 3-hour livestream call with Infamous Sylvia, Big Jeff expressed unwavering support for his son, characterized the case as a “power show,” and cleared Gunna’s name once and for all. Big Jeff Speaks Out In a recent […]
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Young Thug’s Dad on Gunna: ‘He Hasn’t Hurt Us on This Case’
Throughout the run of the YSL Rico trial, fans have wondered what role Gunna has played in Young Thug’s continued stay in jail. After Gunna was freed on an Alford Plea, rumors ran rampant that he snitched on Thugger. Young Thug’s father offers some context.
Gunna maintained his innocence against snitching allegations and continued to call for the release of Young Thug. Appearing in an interview with Infamous Sylvia, Young Thug’s father, Jeffrey Williams Sr., stated he loves Gunna.
“Let me try to help the attorney clarify that a little simpler,” Williams Sr. said. “Gunna hasn’t done anything whatsoever that can hurt us on this case, period.”
Young Thug’s dad:
“I love Gunna… Gunna hasn’t done anything whatsoever that can hurt us on this case. Period. ” pic.twitter.com/jbIsvzGNA0
— THUGGERDAILY ひ (@ThuggerDaily) September 16, 2023
Kevin Liles hit Gunna‘s Barclays last weekend. In an Instagram post, Kevin Liles celebrated the performance while continuing to support the movement to free Young Thug.
“What a night with the fam at Barclays!” Liles wrote. “@Gunna’s Wun Night Only was everything we needed and more. #SayLessDoMore #FreeJeffery #ProtectBlackArt“
READ MORE: Kevin Liles and Julie Greenwald Start Petition Against the Use of Rap Lyrics in Court
Gunna returned to the stage, his first headlining performance in two years. Taking over the Barclays Center, Gunna presented The Gift Show. The album carries part of the A Gift & A Curse album, which dropped in July and hit No. 3 on the Billboard 200.
During his time on the stage, Gunna had Free Jeffrey illuminated on the giant screens in the arena. You can see the visual below.
During a June 2022 hearing, Kevin Liles, CEO of 300 Entertainment, took the stand and testified that Thug, who is signed to his label, is “like a son,” and he was willing to put up his own wealth and business to secure his bond. Machine Gun Kelly also provided character testimony on Thug’s behalf.
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Young Thug’s Dad Spoke In Support Of Gunna And Said The Rapper ‘Can’t Hurt Us’ In The YSL RICO Case
“F*kumean” rapper Gunna’s return to rap hasn’t been smooth sailing. Still, he’s at least managed to land on several top music charts with the release of his latest album, A Gift And A Curse. However, hundreds of hip-hop fans refuse to throw their support behind Gunna due to rumors that he snitched on his Young Stoner Life label head, Young Thug (real name Jeffery Lamar Williams). Given that Young Thug is still behind bars as he fights the YSL RICO case brought up against him, he hasn’t released many public statements.
On the other hand, Young Thug’s dad, Jeffrey Lamar Williams Sr., more affectionally known as Big Jeff, has remained vocal in the press. In an interview with YouTuber Infamous Sylvia, Big Jeff spoke in support of Gunna, shutting down rumors that the rapper is a snitch.
When asked about his thoughts on Gunna, he answered, “I love Gunna.” Shortly after viewers flooded the video’s chat forum to ask for clarity on the claims that Gunna had snitched on his son, he replied, “Let me try to help the attorney clarify that a little simpler. Gunna hasn’t done anything whatsoever that can hurt us on this case, period.”
Further into the interview, Williams Sr. said that he feels Gunna was railroaded and encouraged him to jump back into releasing music to help bring in money for the YSL label. Gunna was charged as a co-defendant in the YSL RICO case, but when offered a plea deal in December, he told it and was released shortly after.
Listen to the full interview above.
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tobi lou & Young Thug’s “Cobra” Is Among The Waviest New Singles This Week
Nigerian-born and Chicago-raised artist tobi lou can most easily be referred to as simply that: an artist. To try to put his melodic tendencies, production approaches, and always diverse musical toolbox into a specific mold would take away from his appeal. Moreover, he’s been building something very special with assistance from producer FARADA with singles that he’s stacked on top of each other with each release, like a slowly-building album. One of their last releases was “Losing You,” and now they’ve come through with a genre-fusing odyssey with none other than Young Thug: “Cobra.”
Furthermore, the song is actually quite the long and progressive journey, with compellingly shifting structures and aesthetics. Sometimes, tobi lou’s soft croons and pitched-up vocal licks work with gentle guitar strums to craft an R&B jam. Other times, Thugger’s expressive inflections and faster flows bounce off sharp snares to make for a chill trap banger. There’s even house-inspired sections that give “Cobra” some unexpected hits of club-like energy, and it moves through all these phases with ease. Whether it’s thanks to the interesting vocal sample choices such as Soulja Boy or the consistently low-key timbres for all the production elements, its versatility doesn’t detract its high-impact structure.
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tobi lou, FARADA & Young Thug’s “Cobra”: Stream
Meanwhile, the “Caturday” multi-hyphenate’s consistent releases, week in and week out, are building up to a big splash. It’s unclear if there will be another project, or if they’re just dropping the whole thing little by little. Either way, if you weren’t tapped into the former baseball player’s career yet, then let 2023 be the year. If you haven’t heard “Cobra” yet, find it on your preferred streaming service and peep standout lines down below. Also, check back in with HNHH for the latest news and updates on Young Thug, FARADA, and tobi lou.
Quotable Lyrics
You got me feel like I just hit the lottery
When I’m with you I feel something come out of me
I be thinking way too much like I’m Socrates
She gave me head like I had a lobotomy (I don’t know why)
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Kevin Liles Celebrates Gunna’s Barclays Performance: ‘Everything We Needed and More’
Kevin Liles hit Gunna‘s Barclays show over the weekend. In an Instagram post, Kevin Liles celebrated the performance while continuing to support the movement to free Young Thug.
“What a night with the fam at Barclays!” Liles wrote. “@Gunna’s Wun Night Only was everything we needed and more. #SayLessDoMore #FreeJeffery #ProtectBlackArt“
READ MORE: Kevin Liles and Julie Greenwald Start Petition Against the Use of Rap Lyrics in Court
Gunna returned to the stage, his first headlining performance in two years. Taking over the Barclays Center, Gunna presented The Gift Show. The album carries part of the A Gift & A Curse album, which dropped in July and hit No. 3 on the Billboard 200.
During his time on the stage, Gunna had Free Jeffrey illuminated on the giant screens in the arena. You can see the visual below.
During a June 2022 hearing, Kevin Liles, CEO of 300 Entertainment, took the stand and testified that Thug, who is signed to his label, is “like a son,” and he was willing to put up his own wealth and business to secure his bond. Machine Gun Kelly also provided character testimony on Thug’s behalf.
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