Jack Harlow and his “Lovin’ On Me” single is again back on top of the Billboard Hot 100. The song ascended to the top spot from No. 2 for a fifth nonconsecutive week.
According to Luminate, Harlow’s track “Lovin on Me,” released under Generation Now/Atlantic Records, garnered 76.7 million radio airplay audience impressions, reflecting a 1% increase. It also accumulated 23.2 million streams, indicating a 10% decrease, and sold 6,000 downloads, showing a decline of 39% during the tracking week of Feb. 2-8.
You can see the top 10 for this week below.
This week’s #Hot100 top 10 (chart dated Feb. 17, 2024)
The 2024 Grammys turned out to be a big night for rap Killer Mike. In addition to winning all three awards for which he was nominated — to the dismay of Gen Z streamers who missed out on the greatness of “A.D.I.D.A.S.” in 2003 — he was unfortunately handcuffed and detained for several hours on a misdemeanor battery charge before being released to finally celebrate his wins.
Appearing on The View on Monday (February 12), Mike explained what happened that led to his arrest and how he felt about it. According to Mike, ““Backstage was overcrowded, the winners were exuberant, and I think security got a little overzealous.” This is what led to his confrontation with a security guard, who was knocked over in the confusion.
Comparing himself to some of his Civil Rights Movement inspirations, he said, “All of my heroes have been in handcuffs: Malcolm [X], Martin [Luther King Jr.], [Nelson] Mandela, Medgar [Evers, an activist who was the NAACP’s first field secretary in Mississippi and was assassinated by white supremacists for his liberation work]. I walked out with the same dignity and respect that I walked in with, and I would implore people to just take that from it.”
However, he did feel there was one “dope” aspect to the situation. “I walked out to my wife in the rain,” he said. “It was like a romance movie. It was dope.”
Check out Killer Mike’s interview below:
Rapper @KillerMike discusses his historic Grammy wins and addresses the night ending in controversy after an incident with “overzealous” security led to his arrest: “All my heroes have been in handcuffs.”
Kanye West says he doesn’t have an opinion on the conflict between Israel and Palestine and is more focused on the violence in his hometown of Chicago. West avoided speaking out in support of Palestine when asked about the topic during an interview with TMZ at LAX.
“I don’t have enough information on that,” Ye told the outlet. “I’m a straight up n***a from the Southside of Chicago, born in Atlanta, I don’t have enough information. It’s love for everybody. But don’t pull me into that conversation. I got 14 kids dying every week in my city. So talk to me about that.”
Kanye West at the grand opening of 424’s Melrose Place store held at 424 on February 2, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by River Callaway/WWD via Getty Images)
Despite Ye’s lack of a stance, many other artists in hip-hop have voiced their support for Palestine in recent months. West’s former collaborator, Kid Cudi, wrote that he can’t remain silent back in November. “I can’t watch what’s happening in the world and remain silent,” Cudi said in part at the time. “I can’t imagine the pain people are feeling. Seeing their entire neighborhoods bombed, losing generations of family members, parents crying over their children’s lifeless bodies, communities turning into mass graves, people digging through rubble of their homes in hopes of finding remains of their loved ones.”
Kanye West Speaks With TMZ
Elsewhere in his interview with TMZ, West discussed his past antisemitic remarks, being canceled, and much more. His comments come after Israel rejected Hamas’ cease-fire plan, last week, and committed an attack on Rafah, the city where Israel had previously told Gazans they would be safe. According to NPR, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu remarked that peace could only be achieved through a “total victory” against Hamas. Be on the lookout for further updates on Kanye West on HotNewHipHop.
Little Simz started her Drop EP series back in 2014, with its first five editions surrounding the release of her 2015 debut album. Drop 6 arrived in 2020, acting as a transition between her critically acclaimed studio albums, Grey Area and Sometimes I Might Be Introvert. Unlike her Inflo-produced albums, the five-track EP included production from numerous beat-makers, including Kal Banx, BLK VYNL, and St Francis Hotel.
Since 2019, Simz and Inflo have been on a 3-peat run of stellar hip hop masterpieces. They have consistently outdone themselves as one of hip hop’s most talented rapper/producer duos. In 2022, they dropped their third full-length collaboration, No Thank You. With Inflo’s help, we are currently seeing Simz at what appears to be a long-lasting creative peak. As we await her next album, Little Simz is back with Drop 7, a new EP fully produced by British musician Jakwob. It gives us an exciting glimpse into the next phase of her artistic evolution.
Little Simz and Jakwob are frequent collaborators. He notably produced “Rollin’ Stone” from Sometimes I Might Be Introvert. However, this is their very first time locking in for an entire project. From Grey Area to No Thank You, Simz and Inflo built their own unique sound chemistry, but Drop 7 sees Jakwob pushing her out of her comfort zone. Little Simz explores completely new musical territory on this EP. Over the course of seven tracks, she covers a range of genres.
The first two songs blend hip hop with Brazilian funk. This sound may be new for her, but it is unsurprising considering she once rapped about being “in São Paulo eating palm hearts.” “Mood Swings” is a minimal yet energetic opening track that is dynamic in how it transitions between a calm hook and hard-hitting verses. The song seamlessly flows into “Fever,” another danceable Brazilian funk track. From there, we get hip hop bangers like the fast-paced “Torch” and the bouncy “Power.” There is also “I Ain’t Feelin’ It,” which has a wavy trap instrumental. Songs like the house fusion, “SOS” and the Jersey Club-inspired “Far Away” also test the limits of Little Simz’s sound. She traverses each of these musical styles with ease, freeing herself of artistic boundaries.
With Jakwob’s multifaceted production skills, Drop 7 proves to be a short yet adventurous listen. His beats recall the aesthetic of Little Simz’s earlier work but with a more diverse soundscape. The experimental production is part of what makes this EP such an enjoyable change of pace. Still, Little Simz is always the star of her own show. Much like on Drop 6, she tries new flows and cadences.
Simz sounds more playful than ever on songs like “Fever,” where she raps in Portuguese and gives another nod to São Paulo. She proclaims herself as “International Simbi.” There is also “Torch” where she tries different voices. She playfully asks listeners if they “wanna see some more” before telling them “don’t be afraid of the bounce” as soon as the beat drops. The aptly-titled “Mood Swings” shifts between soft-spoken lyrics over muted percussion and demanding bars over explosive drums.
Simz also flexes her success and realness on “I Ain’t Feelin’ It.” On this track, she references her Top Boy character as she says, “shell, shell, shell when they see me / Shelley’s nail bar only exists on the TV.” No matter how she raps, Little Simz is always commanding in her delivery, demanding the attention of the listener. She even reaches beyond rapping as she sings on the closing track, “Far Away.”
Overall, Drop 7 comes and goes as a 15-minute listen, but its seven songs leave a lasting impression of the potential next steps in Little Simz’s creative progression. It is a quality reminder of how the Drop series has helped foster this growth. Drop 7 is ultimately satisfying as a short EP that builds anticipation for her next full-length album. The latest installment in the series hopefully signifies what is next to come from the UK wordsmith.
Taylor Swift and Ice Spice are two people who come from very different musical backgrounds. However, they have become good friends over the last year or so. Taylor got Spice to feature on the remix of her song “Karma.” Furthermore, Ice Spice got to perform at the Era’s Tour which was a huge look for her. At the Grammys, the two spent quite a bit of time together and it was all very cute. Subsequently, on Sunday, they linked up for the Super Bowl and it was all very special.
Ice Spice got to watch Taylor’s boyfriend, Travis Kelce, bring home the Lombardi trophy. Overall, the game was extremely close and ended up going to overtime. The Chiefs scored a touchdown thanks to Patrick Mahomes and Mecole Hardman, which ultimately ended the game. Spice and Taylor were extremely excited and it made for a great moment. Although as it turns out, Taylor and Spice also got to meet some massive celebs at the game. For instance, the two ran into Shaq and made sure to get a picture.
Shaq towered over the two artists in the picture, although they all seemed to be extremely happy to have met up. After all, the Super Bowl continues to be a phenomenal place to network. It costs a lot of money to go to the big game, and this leads to a lot of famous people at the event. Even if they aren’t a fan of the teams that are playing, a celebrity will try to go just for the experience. Thankfully for Taylor, she had a purpose to be there and she most definitely made the most out of it.
Let us know what you thought about this year’s Super Bowl, in the comments section down below. Did the Chiefs deserve the win or did the 49ers blow it? Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the music world. We will continue to keep you informed on all of your favorite artists and their upcoming projects.
The Super Bowl LVIII (58) crown was earned by the Kansas City Chiefs over the San Francisco 49ers in just the second overtime game in the history of the NFL. It was a wild ending and someone who added to the excitement around the matchup was USHER. He took on the opportunity that so many artists would take in an instant. It was a terrific performance, even though it has led to some controversy. Hip-hop/R&B artists have been the trend for the Halftime Show, since JAY-Z was given the reigns to select guests in 2019. He has already booked some of the legends, why not get Drake, Nicki Minaj, and Lil Wayne to rock the field at the Super Bowl?
Fans are already chomping at the bit to see this happen. AllHipHop already has collected handfuls of tweets with people demanding/making their calls that Drake, Nicki, and Weezy, will be at Super Bowl LIX (59). There are just a couple of examples below, but here are some others. One person writes, “Drake Wayne and Nicki doing a Super Bowl halftime show would break records.” Someone replied to that message and made a bold statement, “would be the best Halftime Show of all time, they all got so many hits.”
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Part of the reason fans of the sport and hip-hop music are trying to see this happen is because of where the Super Bowl will be. It will be going down in New Orleans, Louisiana at the Caesar’s Superdome. That is where Lil Wayne calls home. Coincidence? We think not. Of course, it also has to do with the number of classic tracks they have together and on their own. So, get on it JAY! We need to see this happen!
What were your thoughts on the fans’ idea to have Drake, Nicki Minaj, and Lil Wayne perform at Super Bowl LIX? Would that wind up being a top-five halftime show of all time? Or, at the very least, would it be the most memorable one for hip-hop/R&B? How would they divide up their songs to fit as many in as possible? We would like to hear what you have to say, so be sure to tell us in the comments below. Additionally, keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest news surrounding Drake, Nicki Minaj, and Lil Wayne. Finally, stay with us for everything else going on around the world of music.
Kanye West, known for his unfiltered social media presence, recently found himself in hot water after posting risqué photos of his wife, Bianca Censori, on Instagram. The controversy arose when West shared a video of Censori dancing in a barely-there outfit not once, not twice, but three times, sparking criticism from followers.
In response to the backlash, the “Stronger” rapper addressed the issue in a video captured as he walked through an airport. West defended his actions, stating, “Y’all, I just want to tell everybody I posted my wife three times on purpose. So what I’m saying is, I delivered the album. And people still in my comments talking ’bout, ‘Why you posting your wife?’ ‘Cause she makes me happy, that’s why you’re happy with the album, because I’m happy.”
Despite the criticism, West remained unapologetic and urged his followers to refrain from negative comments, declaring, “So don’t ever say nothing negative. If you don’t like my page and don’t like what I’m posting, go fk yourself. Seriously, leave me – leave the king – the fk alone. I don’t care bro. I’m going to post my wife as much as I want. Go post your wife on your f**king Instagram.”
In a subsequent interview with TMZ at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), West opened up about his financial struggles, revealing that he was on the brink of bankruptcy due to lost business deals following his controversial remarks in 2022. Despite facing adversity, West expressed resilience, emphasizing his commitment to his album and Yeezy clothing brand.
“I’ma just be honest with y’all. I was two months from going bankrupt, and I put everything I had into it,” West stated, referring to his album and Yeezy brand. “We moved to Italy. We moved to the factories, and we survived. We survived through the cancellation.”
Despite issuing apologies for his previous remarks, West showed no remorse during the interview, maintaining his stance on showing off his wife’s body to the world.
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