Lil Wayne Seemingly Did The Absolute Minimum To Fulfill A Branded Tweet Obligation

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An awesome side effect of being successful and popular is that once you reach a certain level of fame, you can leverage your social media following for serious income opportunities. For example, it was reported in 2019 that Kim Kardashian earned $1 million per branded Instagram post, while the same year, Kylie Jenner was apparently raking in $1.2 million per post. That seems like an easy way to make a ton of money, and today, it appears Lil Wayne shared a sponsored post of his own while putting in as lil effort as possible.

This morning, at 8 a.m. PT on the dot, Wayne tweeted, “Sourdough @BurgerKing #AD.”

Here’s the tweet:

And here’s a screenshot of the tweet in case this work of art gets taken down:

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Back in 2018, Burger King introduced the Sourdough King sandwich, which was only available for a limited time. Today, it was reported that the sandwich is making a return in a variety of iterations, but just until April 19. Wayne conveyed none of this information, which is presumably what his ad was meant to be about. Based on his tweet and without that context, one could infer that the rapper was trying to start a conversation about bread with the burger chain and Anthony Davis, or perhaps he was demanding that BK “ad” sourdough bread to their menu.

Criticism aside, while Wayne’s ability to get his point across could be questioned here, we probably wouldn’t be talking about Burger King right now if Wayne had tweeted a more conventional ad. It’s the squeaky wheel that gets the grease, so congrats to Wayne for being a genius marketer.

Freddie Gibbs Claims To Have Shot A Crackhead Nine Times — To Very Little Effect

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Rappers often make braggadocious claims about their lives from before they picked up the mic. In fact, it could be argued that these claims are a large part of why many rap fans enjoy the genre, whether or not those big fish tales turn out to be true (Jadakiss’ 360-degree walls have become a favorite water cooler talking point on Twitter). However, every so often rappers say these things outside the context of their music, which somehow makes their boasts all the more outrageous and, in some cases, borderline problematic.

One of the kings of such statements is Freddie Gibbs. As a rapper whose primary inspiration seems to be his uninhibited, drug-dealing days in Gary, Indiana, Gibbs’ raps are often packed with shootouts, shady deals, and the sort of details that make US Prosecutors salivate at the thought of introducing lyrics in court (fortunately, they can’t). But during his appearance on the Joe Rogan Experience podcast yesterday, Gibbs casually makes a claim that has fans doing double-takes.

“It’s a crackhead, back in the day,” he recalls. “I shot that n**** nine times with a TEC-9 and he kept running down the alley.”

It’s the sort of story that both begs more context and utter and absolute silence from the storyteller because as badly as we all want to know more, that’s exactly the sort of narrative that should remain on wax — not in a podcast, which isn’t protected by the same rules. Of all the questions that arise from Gibbs cavalier recollection, the one that hovers over the proceedings the lowest might just be:

Blxst’s ‘No Love Lost’ Dance Video Showcases Some Award-Winning Talent

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LA rapper Blxst is in the midst of a huge breakout after bubbling on the city’s underground scene for the past few years. With the release of his debut tape, No Love Lost, and its star-studded deluxe edition, Blxst has become a household name on the West Coast, with designs on expanding his popularity to the national stage in short order.

To help with that, he’s enlisted the aid of Angyil, a Red Bull Dance Your Style World finalist, to put her own interpretation on the latest single from Blxst’s breakout album. The “No Love Lost” dance video puts Angyil on the picturesque Dakar coast, which provides a beautiful backdrop for her electrifying moves.

Blxst’s highly visual approach to his debut project is part of the reason for its success. Beginning with the video for “Overrated,” several of the videos from the original project tell an overarching narrative that describes a night of LA-style troublemaking, as Blxst and his boys “run a play,” forcing Blxst’s girl to stay up late worrying about him. The narrative concludes in the video for “Pressure,” resolving the plot and establishing Blxst as a master storyteller — which is the biggest part of his appeal.

Watch Blxst’s “No Love Lost” dance video above.

King Von’s Manager Doesn’t Wish Jail On Quando Rondo Affiliate Lul Tim

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Several months later and the hip-hop community is still shaken up over the passing of King Von, one of the greatest storytellers of his generation. The late 26-year-old had a way with his words, telling authentic tales about his upbringing, his life in the streets, and his O’Block partners. Through his music, the world got to learn about his rough way of life, and right when he started to see a lick of success, everything was abruptly taken away from him.

King Von’s manager Track has been speaking exclusively with VladTV about his former client, the night the rapper was killed, and more about Von. During the latest portion of their conversation to have been released on YouTube, Track talks about Timothy Leeks, also known as Lul Tim, who was accused of pulling the trigger on Von.


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When asked if he felt justice after Lul Tim was arrested and charged with Von’s murder, Track says that he honestly didn’t, stating that he wouldn’t wish jail on his worst enemy.

“Honest truth, I wouldn’t wish jail on my worst enemies. That’s just how I am, how I’m built,” said Track. “Honest truth, I could care– that’s his situation and he gotta deal with it. That’s his team. Whatever’s going on with them, that’s on them. Me, personally, I know what I’m dealing with with losing my brother and his family and just making sure we keep everything going. I don’t really think or even consider what’s going on on that side. That’s for them to figure out what they got going on.”

During the same interview, Track calls King Von his generation’s Tupac Shakur after Vlad points out the similarities in the manners with which their lives ended.

Rest in peace to King Von. Watch the latest part of Track’s interview above.

DJ Khaled Motivates Followers With Awe-Inspiring Throwback

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In the spirit of Throwback Thursday, veteran hitmaker DJ Khaled has come through with a throwback of his own. The “GREECE” artist took to Instagram about an hour ago to give his followers an honest glimpse of his humble beginnings, prior to his massive global fame. In the motivational post, a very young Khaled is seen handing out flyers, and even though he’s doing the grunt work, viewers can still see Khaled’s trademark enthusiasm as a big smile appears on his face.

In the caption, DJ Khaled writes, “#TBT Me on the corner in front of liquids in Miami passing out flyers for my parties shows events . I never waited on no one I just got the job done. I STILL HAVE THE SAME HUNGER NOW.”

The Father Of Asahd artist continues his motivational caption by saying, “YOUNG WORLD LETS BE GREAT BUT BE GRATEFUL AND LETS SPREAD LOVE AND LIGHT ! …YOU CAN WIN BIGGER WIT LOVE AND POSITIVE VIBES ! KHALED KHALED NEW ALBUM IN THE WORKS.”

From Khaled’s epic throwback post, fans get both a heavy dose of inspiration courtesy of the “POPSTAR” artist and a good idea of what direction he will be heading in for his next album. By promising that he’s as hungry as he’s ever been, Khaled’s follow-up to Father Of Asahd will probably come packed with hits.

As long as he’s not up against any more “mysterious” music, he’ll probably have the number one spot on the Billboard 200 in the bag.

Russell Wilson Potential Trade Destination Odds Revealed

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Russell Wilson has consistently been one of the best quarterbacks in the NFL over the past decade and he even has a Super Bowl victory to his name. Unfortunately for him and the rest of the Seattle Seahawks, the team hasn’t had much playoff success since 2015, and the offensive line has been faltering quite a bit. Now, rumors are spreading that Wilson wants out of Seattle and that a trade is imminent. 

With this being the case, oddsmakers are now giving their predictions on who Wilson will land with. According to SportsLine, the best bet right now would be the Las Vegas Raiders at +300. Right underneath them are the Denver Broncos, and then the Dallas Cowboys.

Some of the other notable teams here are the Chicago Bears, Miami Dolphins, Carolina Panthers, and even the New England Patriots. Wilson is one of those players who can influence where he goes and considering he is a high-profile guy who has an entertainer as a wife, it wouldn’t be a shock if he ends up in Miami, although at this point, there is no telling what can truly happen.

With the NFL offseason ramping up, keep it locked to HNHH as we will make sure to keep you informed on all of the latest news.

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Travis Scott Under Fire For Potential Pandemic Violation

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On Tuesday, Travis Scott brought his legions of fans to West Hollywood in droves following a spontaneous pop-up appearance at a newstand. Unsurprisingly, his presence was enough to spark rabid pandemonium in the streets, as the rapper found himself swarmed by cheering fans masked and unmasked alike. And while it’s clear that the event served its purpose in raising awareness to his new I-D magazine cover story, it may also have another consequence — this one not quite so positive.

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According to a report from TMZ, L.A.’s Dept. of Public Works claimed that no permit was issued for Travis’ gathering, as the city has been reluctant to hand them out amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. As such, Travis Scott currently runs the risk of being hit with a fine, as the Public Works are set to be discussing the matter with the City’s Attorney Office. It should be noted that a fine is not guaranteed, but it’s certainly possible that they will look to make an example of the popular rapper. 

Despite the potential safety concerns, all signs point to Scott continuing to do as he pleases, even if it does ultimately lead to a fine or two. In September of 2020, Scott received a fine for pulling a similar stunt at a Downey McDonald’s, which drew a similarly sized crowd; luckily for Scott’ the fine was only $100, a sum he could likely recoup in a matter of seconds. One has to wonder if his history will factor into the City Attorney Office’s decision to issue a citation. Either way, it’s unlikely that Scott will move any differently than he has been doing. Do you think he’s playing with fire? 

Akbar B Shoots Her Shot With Chris Brown After Taking The L On Drake

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Akbar V is spending her Thursday morning trying to get people’s attention, calling out a bunch of high-ranking celebrities in hopes of landing at least one reply. At the beginning of this year, the Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta rapper tried her luck with Drake, shooting her shot at the Certified Lover Boy. When that seemingly failed, she decided to shift her focus to another well-known artist, asking Chris Brown on a date.

“At this point if i can’t get @Drake i might as well get me another light skin N***a @chrisbrown,” wrote the hilarious reality star on Twitter. “What’s up babe i been rocking with you since #runit #excusemems #yomanaintme #goodbye can i get a date? I’m single blink once if i got a shot babe.”

Chris Brown has not responded to Akbar V yet. He’s not the only person she reached out to. While Breezy may be the only artist she’s got her eyes on romantically, Akbar also shot her professional shot at Kanye West, Diddy, Rihanna, Beyoncé, and more.

“Hey @Diddy good morning it’s Akbar v the Queen of Atlanta One of the dopest rappers out of Atl,” she introduced herself to Puff. “Can you please stop forgetting me when you send out those ciroc packages im very good friends with ur son @JDior_ and i been rocking with u since one more chance ,total, biggie, Mase.”


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As for Kanye West, she seemingly wants to work with the legendary artist in the studio. “Hey @kanyewest it’s Akbar v the Queen Of Atl I’m writing you to get a session and have you to produce a song or two for me,” she said. “I been rocking with you since college drop out , Jesus walks one of my favs i really need you in my life you are a music genius …i need you please ye.”

Do you think any of Akbar’s shots will land? You miss every shot you don’t take…

LeBron James Speaks Out On Lakers’ Losing Streak

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LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers are among the favorites to win the NBA championship this season. Ever since taking the title in 2020, fans have been hoping for a repeat which would give LeBron his fifth championship. While they had a great start to the regular season, the Lakers are starting to falter as they are without their big man Anthony Davis, due to an injury. Now, LeBron has had to carry the team, and it’s been too much of a burden to bear.

Last night, the Lakers lost in a blowout to the Utah Jazz and as a result, the team is on a four-game losing streak. Considering how much Davis means to the team, this shouldn’t be surprising, although it is certainly worrying if Davis doesn’t end up coming back anytime soon. After last night’s game, LeBron spoke to reporters about the streak, and how he feels about it all.

“It’s a tough stretch for us, but this won’t define who we will be for the rest of the season or the long haul,” LeBron said. Simply put, LeBron knows that these results are temporary.

Davis is expected to be back in the lineup during the month of March although, at this point, there is no guarantee that this will be the case. Hopefully, Davis will be able to get back to 100 percent in due time and help this Lakers team get back on track.

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Tory Lanez’s New Playboy Album Is Coming

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Rap crooner Tory Lanez isn’t slowing down. The popular rap entertainer has announced plans to drop his Playboy album in the coming days. Tory Lanez’s New Playboy Album Is Coming TL went to his Instagram page to break the massive news. Lanez shared the project’s artwork and revealed it would drop next week. “HERE IT […]

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