Karrueche Welcomes Turning 33 W/ Steamy Bikini Flex

Hollywood actress Karrueche Tran is proving age is nothing but a number. The high-profile entertainer has blessed the world with a glimpse at herself soaking in major bikini goals for her 33rd birthday. Karrueche Welcomes Turning 33 KT went to her Instagram page with a stunning shot of herself. The pic spoke for itself with […]

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Mulatto Officially Changes Her Name

It’s official. Mulatto has finally decided on a new stage name after months of scrutiny over her chosen moniker.

Given the racially charged nature of her name, critics across social media have urged Mulatto to consider changing her name since she broke out as one of the most talented and exciting young women in the rap game. She’s teased a new name in all of her recent interviews, telling HNHH that she would make a major spectacle out of the eventual announcement. As we wait for the release of her new single this week, which is tentatively titled “The Biggest,” Big Latto is introducing fans to her brand new name.

Officially making the change across most digital streaming platforms, Mulatto’s name has been switched to simply Latto. The change first appeared when she was featured on Toosii’s new album, being credited as Latto. Her handle on social media remains @mulatto but we can only assume that her team is working hard to lock down the @latto name. 

The new single was previewed last week when the 22-year-old rapped over a Supah Mario beat from her car. She references the new name, saying, “New money, new crib, new whip, new name, I’m still that bitch.”

Check out the cover artwork for her new music below, listen to the song’s preview, and let us know what you think about her new name.


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Microsoft Investigated Bill Gates Over Alleged Affair Shortly Before He Quit: Report

At the top of the month, Bill and Melinda Gates announced they were seeking a divorce after 27 years of marriage. Following the announcement, subsequent information about the details of their separation began to leak into the press. Some reports allege that Bill Gates’ connection to Jeffrey Epstein contributed to Melinda’s decision, while new details allege Bill pursued Microsoft employees and sought love advice from Epstein.  

Now, the Microsoft corporation is confirming that shortly before stepping down from his position on the board of directors, Bill was being investigated for having an “intimate relationship with a company employee.”


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The tech giant confirmed Monday (May 17) that an unnamed person introduced the allegations more than 20 years ago in a statement to CBS MoneyWatch. The company explained they hired an outside law firm in the latter half of 2019 to conduct the investigation and “provided extensive support to the employee who raised the concern.” The following year, Gates announced his stepping down from the company’s board to focus on his work at the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. 

Microsoft did not provide additional details about the investigation in the statement nor about what led to Gates’ decision to step down. A spokesperson for Gates admitted on Sunday that, “there was an affair almost 20 years ago which ended amicably.” 


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“Bil”s decision to transition off the board was in no way related to this matter,” the spokesperson said. “In fact, he had expressed an interest in spending more time on his philanthropy starting several years earlier.”

Bill has transferred over a billion dollars in Microsoft stock to his estranged wife who is alleged to be staying on a private island to deal with the divorce. 


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Young Nudy & 21 Savage Get Spooky On “Child’s Play”

The legacy of Austin Powers, International Man Of Mystery, lives on in surprising fashion. Preserved with integrity by none other than Young Nudy, who has found himself a kindred spirit in Dr. Evil, going so far as to name his brand new album after the iconic megalomaniac. While there are plenty of bangers found throughout — not to mention a gang of references to the Austin Powers trilogy — one of the immediate standouts arrives by way of the 21 Savage-assisted “Child’s Play.”

Fueled by a spooky, minimalistic instrumental, Nudy fires off a slick opening verse teeming with references to horror icons. “Tall killer, man, he just like Michael Myers, walk up on a ni*ga, take off his chain,” spits Nudy. “I’m like Chucky, ni**a, I do my thing / I creep up on a ni**a, pow, bang / Send them lil’ evil motherfuckers, they got the mask on, they gon’ Jason your gang.” Living up to the track’s title, 21 Savage contrasts Nudy’s quick flow with a nursery rhyme delivery. “Double back and hit his pops, Big 4L, fuck the opps,” he raps. “We put switches on our Glocks.”

Check out the eerie new collaboration between the two bloodthirsty cousins now, and sound off — do you think Dr. EV4L has potential to be Nudy’s best project yet?

QUOTABLE LYRICS

I spend the blue and you see the Blue Flame
Ever seen a bullet bust out his brain?
Tall killer, man, he just like Michael Myers
Walk up on a ni*ga, take off his chain

Nicki Minaj Fast-Tracked “Seeing Green” Clean Version For Fan-In-Need

When an artist is as universally beloved as Nicki Minaj, it’s safe to assume that her fanbase stems from all walks of life. And while many were quick to celebrate the Young Money reunion anthem “Seeing Green,” which arrived as part of Nicki’s re-released Beam Me Up Scotty mixtape, some fans were quick to note the absence of a clean version. 

While such an absence might not bother the average rap listener, who have by now grown accustomed to explicit language and mature lyrical content, there are many who appreciate clean versions and radio edits — perhaps a younger sibling looking to discover hip-hop or a grandparent with different values and principles. One such fan was quick to hit Nicki Minaj with a request for an edited “Seeing Green”, citing religious grandparents who rely on clean versions to get their Nicki fix.

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“The fact that I didn’t realize no clean versions were uploaded,” replied Nicki, wasting little time in getting the ball rolling. “Smh. The cleans will b out tmrw guys. My bad on that. Give ur grandparents a hug for me babe.” As of this moment, the clean versions have indeed been adding to streaming platforms, proof that Nicki Minaj is for the people — especially those who pledge allegiance to the Barbz. 

In case you haven’t done so already, be sure to revisit Nick’s reloaded version of Beam Me Up Scotty, a project that went a long way in laying the foundation for her eventual hip-hop queenship. Largely praised as one of the great breakout mixtapes, Minaj’s zany delivery, inspired creativity, and breakneck lyricism were put on full display throughout. We can only hope that the re-release signals a new project to come, as the game could certainly use some new Nicki Minaj bars right about now. 

Soulja Boy Still Being Sued By Icebox Despite Recent “First Tweet”

Soulja Boy has no problem reminding the world of his contributions. He often takes to social media every once and a while to jog everyone’s memories of the important things he’s given to the culture. Last week, after Nicki Minaj serviced her 2009 EP Beam Me Up Scotty to streaming platforms, he took to Twitter to remind folks he produced the melody for the memorable cut “Itty Bitty Piggy.”

Other things he’s claimed a vital hand in popularizing include pushing artists to use YouTube as a platform for music, revolutionizing how artists market themselves in the industry. It seems like some people aren’t impressed by Soulja’s most recent viral “first tweet.” According to TMZ, famed jewelry and diamond store Icebox is still pursuing a case against the rapper for an unresolved lawsuit dished to him back in 2013. 


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“I was the 1st rapper at Icebox,” said Soulja in the tweet over the weekend (May 15). While lighthearted in nature, a rep for the company told the publication that the viral tweet meant nothing in light of the alleged fact that he’s been ducking an open lawsuit they have against him. The company sued him back in 2013 for an open tab of over $60k they claim he never paid. 

They add they’ve been unable to collect the debt and it has now soared to nearly $200k. TMZ reports Icebox has assigned lawyers to the case in attempts to get the cash back with a judge ruling in their favor, but claim Soulja’s accounts never total more than $10k at a time. Essentially, hunting down the money has been a lost cause.

In other news, the Atlanta rapper has received a wave of support on social media in recognition of being ahead of his time. If you recall, Bow Wow recently gave Soulja Boy his long-overdue flowers

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Former Cop Charged In Daunte Wright Shooting Gets Trial Date

Kim Potter, the 26-year police veteran that fatally shot Daunte Wright and claimed that she accidentally pulled her gun instead of her taser, will officially be on trial later this year for her charges. 

On Monday, a judge ruled that the trial would begin as early as December. Potter was charged with second-degree manslaughter, which carries a maximum sentence of ten years. She was not charged with murder. 


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Daunte Wright, a 20-year-old Black man, was killed on April 11, 2021. He was fatally shot in Brooklyn Center, Minneapolis– just miles away from where George Floyd was killed months prior. The shooting took place in the midst of Derek Chauvin’s sentencing trial for murder charges connected to Floyd’s death. Dozens of protests erupted in the streets of Minneapolis as people were enraged at yet another police-involved shooting of a Black person. 

During the court hearing on Monday, Hennepin County District Court Judge Regina Chu ruled that the trial can begin on December 6, though it may experience further delays. “I think it’s to the benefit of everyone to try to expedite this case and try to come to a resolution or trial as quickly as reasonably possible,” said Chu.

We will continue to keep you updated on this case as it develops. Long Live Daunte Wright.


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Smino Begins New Journey With “Rice & Gravy”

St. Louis-based rapper Smino has been criminally underrated for years. He’s got one of the slickest flows in all of rap and his delivery is as solid as ever. We’ve learned a lot about the 29-year-old artist throughout his career and he’s officially entering his next stage, delivering his latest single “Rice & Gravy” with longtime collaborator Monte Booker.

The record was teased at the beginning of this week when Smino tweeted, “dawg I went thru so much bullsht tryna release music over da past couple years I’m jus happy af to begin my new journey tonite… I feel like a brand new artist rn.” 

Naming the song after a family staple while he was growing up, Smino speaks about his early life with his mother, how he always makes sure to take care of his sisters, and more. Have a listen to the new track below and let us know what you think of it.

Quotable Lyrics:

Ain’t much changed lil’ booger
Know a n***a still sit here smokin’ on boogers 
Still look out for my sisters
They the one that put me on game, no rookie
Never let a lil’ ho spin yo’ ass, spend yo’ cash
Life a movie, n***a, blick yo’ cash
Quentin Taran-Smino, blackjack, no casino

Coi Leray Uses 2018 Police Mug Shot To Give Album Update

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Rap rookie Coi Leray doesn’t need it to be Thursday to go into throwback mode. The hip-hop newcomer has shared a flashback police mug shot to reflect on her life and give an album status update. Coi Leray Uses 2018 Police Mug Leray hit up her Instagram page to share a look back at February […]

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