Eminem & Jazz Cartier Take Over This Week’s “Fire Emoji” Playlist

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Weeks after massive album releases from artists such as J. Cole, Nicki Minaj, Kodak Black, and more, the dust has finally settled. This week, the main attraction was undoubtedly DMX’s final album Exodus, which was posthumously released on Friday and executive produced by Swizz Beatz. Apart from X’s swan song, there was still plenty of heat that came in the form of singles, with exciting new drops from Eminem, Jazz Cartier, Lil Gotit, and more.

As a result, our Fire Emoji playlist has only gotten stronger over the past week. Some of the best tracks to release throughout the spring remain, and as the summer begins to unfold, more new heat continues to enter the playlist. Here’s your breakdown for the latest update to our Fire Emoji playlist.

The most notable new additions this week are Eminem’s Jack Harlow and Cordae-assisted “Killer” remix, Sada Baby and Big Sean’s lively Detroit collab “Little While,” Lil Gotit’s Gunna-assisted single “Workout,” and the unexpected Jazz Cartier and Buddy team-up on “Two of ‘Em.” 

Gunna leads entries in the playlist with 6 songs, while Young Thug takes a close second with five entries. Elsewhere, artists such as Polo G, Lil Baby, Lil Tjay, Fivio Foreign, and J. Cole all retain a solid presence on the Fire Emoji playlist with four songs each. Add some heat to your Memorial Day weekend by listening to the playlist below.

Air Jordan 1 High OG “Bred Reimagined” Coming Soon: First Look

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Over the last few decades, sneakerheads have seen a ton of incredible Air Jordan models make their way to the market. Some have proven to be more iconic than others and the further you go back in the Michael Jordan lineage, the more iconic models you will find. This is especially true with the Air Jordan 1, which came out in 1985. The “Bred” colorway was an immediate hit upon release and the black and red aesthetics will forever stand the test of time.

Now, it would appear as though the colorway will be coming back in 2021 although with a twist. According to @zsneakerheadz, the “Bred Reimagined” will be dropping on October 23rd and as you can see in the Instagram post below, the shoe is made entirely of patent leather. Of course, the first “Bred” model had regular leather although this new model will give sneakerheads a much flashier template to work with. Regardless of the new materials, this is still the colorway everyone knows and loves, which means these are probably going to sell out very fast.

The October 23rd release date has yet to be confirmed by Jordan Brand so keep it locked to HNHH as we will be sure to bring you all of the latest news and updates. In the meantime, let us know what you think, in the comments below.

Russell Westbrook’s Status Remains Uncertain Prior To Game 3

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Russell Westbrook made headlines this past week after he had popcorn dumped on his head by a fan. It was a truly disappointing situation that made Philadelphia 76ers fans look bad. Westbrook was rightfully upset about the situation, especially since he was in the midst of coming off of the court due to an injury. Westbrook had tweaked his ankle on a play and it was clear that he couldn’t keep going despite wanting to be there for his teammates.

According to reporter Fred Katz, Westbrook’s injury status ahead of Game 3 on Saturday night remains fairly uncertain. The superstar point guard has been listed as “Questionable” which means he will most likely be a game-time decision. This is worrisome news for the Wizards as they are currently down 2-0 in the series and desperately need a win in order to retain some sort of control.

The Wizards fought very hard to get into the playoffs as they went on a tear throughout the last month of the regular season. Not to mention, they are currently playing an incredibly strong first seed, in the 76ers. They weren’t expected to win the series although you can’t help but praise them for getting this far.

It certainly wouldn’t have been possible without Westbrook.

Russell Westbrook

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Bow Wow & Soulja Boy Trade Shots Debating Chart Success Ahead Of Verzuz

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Co-creator of popular music battle show Swizz Beatz finally confirmed the highly-anticipated showdown between Bow Wow and Soulja Boy during an interview with DJ Quick Silva and Dominique Da Diva. “We ain’t get into the date yet; they got excited, which I’m happy [about],” Swizz explained to the hosts. 

He continued, “I love to see when people get excited and it’s organic. Everything don’t have to be formal all the time, you know? So, we’re gonna roll out a whole calendar that’s gonna show you the next five-plus Verzuz.” Since the formal announcement, Bow Wow and Draco have been engaging in some friendly banter across their respective social media channels. Their latest skat revolves around the real Billboard chart success of Soulja’s viral hit “She Make it Clap.”


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“‘She Make It Clap’ Still Ain’t Chart Yet,” wrote Bow Wow over a screenshot of his “Marco Polo” collaborator’s chart history shared to his story. “Just cus it go viral don’t make it a hit. Show Me Your Hits Sir,” continued Bow Wow. 

“Love ya tho Bro,” finished the former 106 & Park host. Big Draco responded directly in the comments of a post sharing a screenshot Bow Wow’s story. “‘She make it clap went #1 on billboard what chart is this man looking at? #bowowchallenge,” he fired back, mocking the viral social media challenge mocking the former TV personality. 


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Of course, it’s quite clear there’s no real bad blood between the duo and they are simply just building up anticipation for their Verzuz showdown. Let us know if you’re looking forward to it down in the comments. 

Yung Kayo’s “bstroy socks” Is Delightfully Abrasive

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If you haven’t yet realized, YSL’s roster is slowly becoming a full-on powerhouse thanks to the addition of blazing newcomers such as YTB Trench, Unfoonk, and Yung Kayo. The latter artist made a big name for himself this year by appearing on a couple of Slime Language 2‘s most notable cuts, including the Lil Uzi Vert collab “Proud Of You” and the high-energy single “GFU.”

Now, Yung Kayo returns with “bstroy socks,” a jarring and chaotic single that pays homage to Atlanta designers Brick Owens and Dieter Grams’ popular streetwear brand BStroy.

Produced by Warpstr, “bstroy socks” boasts one of the most abrasive beats in recent memory. The Yeezus-esque sonics blare with no regard to the possibility of deterring listeners, but the dissonant synths combine with a thumping drum pattern to create an extremely unique and captivating soundscape. What’s even more impressive is that Yung Kayo navigates it with ease, making for a lively and infectious track that only a few contemporary artists could pull off. 

Give Yung Kayo’s “bstroy socks” a listen down below.

Quotable Lyrics

I only need twenty-four on the clock
Bobblehead b*tch, give me the bop
I’ll wipe your nose, b*tch, I’ll wipe your snot
She said she got WAP, but I know it’s not
I handle the FN, it’s just like my thot
I finger the trigger until that sh*t pop

Jay-Z Says He Boycotted The 1999 Grammys After DMX Was Snubbed At The Award Show

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Competition in hip-hop has always been a major factor in hip-hop. It’s something Jay-Z knows all too well, having had spats with acts like Nas and Drake. But sometimes rappers need to put aside their differences for the greater good. During a recent appearance with Bad Bunny on LeBron James’ HBO show The Shop, the legendary musician spoke about once siding with the late DMX after the Grammys failed to nominate him at their 1999 show.

“The first time I boycotted the Grammys was for him,” he said. “We both came out that year. He didn’t get nominated. He dropped two No. 1 albums in the same year and they didn’t even nominate him.” The two albums Jay-Z is referring to are 1998’s It’s Dark And Hell Is Hot and Flesh Of My Flesh, Blood Of My Blood. The 1999 award show is also where Jay-Z earned his first Grammy, winning in the Best Rap Album category for Vol. 2… Hard Knock Life. He added, “I wasn’t even in the building because I boycotted it for him. There was a competitive thing, but it was big love.”

Jay-Z then dove into the pugilistic nature of his relationship with DMX, recalling a time when the late rapper called him out at a show. “He got on stage: ‘JAY-Z, where you at!?’ I was like, ‘This guy is nuts!’ He was just all passion,” he said. During the episode of The Shop, Jay also explained why DMX was an impossible act to follow at live shows.

Kawhi Leonard’s ‘Culture Jam’ Project Released A Video For ‘Everything Different’

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Friday was a pretty good day for Kawhi Leonard. On the court, the two-time NBA Finals MVP came up big in the Los Angeles Clippers’ Game 3 win over the Dallas Mavericks, scoring 36 points and reeling in eight rebounds to propel his side to a crucial 118-108 victory. With the win, L.A. cut its series deficit against Dallas in half, making things 2-1 ahead of a gigantic Game 4 in Dallas on Monday evening that could lead to the Clippers re-gaining home-court advantage with the win.

His big day wasn’t just limited to what he did in the world of basketball. A gigantic music fan, Leonard, along with Warner Records Senior Vice President of A&R Eesean Bolden, is the driving force behind Culture Jam, an upcoming compilation album that is slated to drop sometime this summer. While Leonard does not rap on the album, he did tease that a video was coming for the track “Everything Different” featuring NBA YoungBoy and Rod Wave.

The video, which also features top high school basketball recruit Mikey Williams, dropped on Friday, and you can watch it at the top of this post. Beyond just the album, the broader Culture Jam project will be used as a way to raise money for youth sports and arts initiatives, with a portion of Leonard’s earnings heading to the Mamba & Mambacita Sports Foundation.

“Culture Jam will always be a platform where creators’ ideas and talents come to life and serve our families and communities,” Leonard said in a statement. “As an athlete that loves family, music, culture, and community, it was extremely important for me to build a space where all these elements thrive. Culture Jam’s significance is not only timely but it is also necessary. Equally, it is extremely important to support youth. My donation to the Mamba & Mambacita Sports Foundation is just the beginning of that support and connection.”

Bugzy Malone Reflects On His Near-Death Experience On New Album “The Resurrection”

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Manchester actor/rapper Bugzy Malone has been through a lot over the last year. While driving his motorbike, Malone crash into the side of a car and was left bloodied. The artist almost died in the crash and just a few weeks later while lying in the hospital, he almost died of a clot in his lung. These near-death experiences served as the inspiration for his latest album, The Resurrection, which sees the artist putting all of his emotions out in the open, for the world to see.

Considering everything he has dealt with, there should be no surprise that there is plenty of storytelling to be found here. For example, songs like “M.E.N. III” offer vivid recollections of his bike crash and the bloody aftermath. On other tracks, Malone gives us production filled with dramatic strings and tension-building drums. These sounds fit the name of the album perfectly it’s clear that Malone had a lot to say.

At 52 minutes in length, this is a great listen and you can stream it, below.

Tracklist:

1. The Resurrection
2. M.E.N. III
3. Don’t Cry
4. Cold Nights In The 61
5. Welcome To The Hood
6. The Masters (Interlude)
7. Van Gogh Effect
8. Salvador
9. Ride Out
10. Bounce
11. Notorious
12. The Immortals (Interlude)
13. Gods
14. Angels
15. Skeletons

Porsha Williams Gets Fiancé Simon Guobadia’s Name Tattooed On Her Neck

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Porsha Williams has been the subject of intense scrutiny ever since she announced her engagement to Simon Guobadia, the estranged former husband of her Real Housewives of Atlanta co-star Falynn Guobadia, after only one month of dating. Falynn finally broke her silence about the incident earlier this month, sharing in a statement, “I want to thank everyone for reaching out to me and offering their love and support. At this time, I am focusing on finalizing my divorce and healing. Sending positivity to all of you.”

Since getting together, Porsha has not been shy about sharing her love for Simon with the world. In an interview on FOX’s pop culture series Dish Nation, Williams admitted to going under the gun to profess her love for her fiancé. “I got a tattoo, I think it’s a great way to show the way you love someone. I got my fiancé’s middle name tattooed on my neck, yeah,” she confessed to the hosts. 


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“You got your what?”  “You did? You got Simon’s name on your neck?” asks the co-hosts of the series. “His middle name tattooed on my neck,” she confirms again. “Yeah, I think it’s a beautiful way to show you love somebody, it’s sweet.”

“Interesting, why you ain’t put it on somewhere where it’s exciting for him to go?” asked another co-host. “Well, right here ain’t that hard and I don’t like no pain. Right here, it doesn’t hurt and you know, I think that’s cute,” Porsha explained further. 

Porsha previously spoke about her friendship with Falynn. “Simon filed for divorce from a previous marriage in January. I had nothing to do with their divorce filing. That’s between the two of them. Falynn and I are not friends, and Simon’s divorce has been settled. Our relationship is a positive, loving step forward in everybody’s lives,” said Porsha in a post. 

Guobadia defended his finacé in his own post, adding, “I asked [Porsha] to marry me because we checked ALL of each other’s boxes, and then some. We have done the individual work to sustain a healthy relationship, and I stand next to her, proud that we found each other.”