Young Thug Breaks Silence On Jerrika Karlae Jail Cell Photo By Thirsting Over Mariah The Scientist

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Young Thug has been in jail ever since May of 2022 when he was arrested on RICO charges in Georgia. Overall, the YSL RICO trial is one that could have major implications for the future of hip-hop. With lyrics being used as evidence in some cases, freedom of expression is at risk. This is especially true of Thugger were to lose. No matter the case, fans are throwing their full support behind the rapper. Although it may be difficult at times to keep up with the case, his dedicated fans are doing everything they can to make him feel like someone has his back.

Yesterday, Young Thug was wrapped up in a controversy surrounding a search of his jail cell conducted in 2022. In the footage, a photo of his ex Jerrika Karlae was found. Of course, this raised some suspicion given his relationship with Mariah The Scientist. Recently, a sensitive call between Mariah and Thugger was leaked online, and it led to lots of jokes. Consequently, fans were quick to call Mariah The Scientist out for getting played. Last night, Young Thug decided to respond to the controversy.

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In the tweet above, the artist posted a picture of Mariah The Scientist with the caption, “All I want. All I see.” Considering everything that was said on social media yesterday, it is no surprise that he felt the need to respond to the controversy. After all, you never want to go through this kind of thing when you can’t even see the person being implicated. While some fans think it was Mariah herself who posted the tweet, there are others who think the post was quite sweet. Whatever the case, Thugger and Mariah are still together.

Hopefully, Young Thug and his privacy will be respected, from here on out. Let us know your thoughts on the situation, in the comments section below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the music world. We will always be sure to keep you informed.

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Nicki Minaj Laughs Off Idea She is on a ‘Coke Rant’: ‘If I Did [Coke], I’d Do It Proudly’

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Nicki Minaj has dissed Megan The Stallion and followed that with a TON of tweeting of numbers, more shade, and everything else. This has led to rumors of Minaj using cocaine and “crashing out.”

Hitting X, Minaj revealed she has never used cocaine, but if she did, she would be proud of it.

“Whenever you see the words ‘coke rant,’ you know they mad,” Minaj wrote. “If y’all hear how loud I’m laughing. I’ve never done coke in my life. But if I did, I’d do it proudly.”

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Drake Celebrates J. Cole’s Birthday: ‘Thank You for Inspiration’

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J. Cole has celebrated another year around the sun. On Instagram, his brother Drake delivered a special message.

“More life my brother,” Drake wrote. “Thank you for the years of inspiration.”

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Issa Rae Says He Has Taken ‘More Steps’ to Be Independent in TV

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Issa Rae is exploring the independent route in television following the cancellation of her show Rap Sh! on Max. In a conversation with Net-A-Porter, Rae revealed Black stories are “less of a priority.”

“You’re seeing so many Black shows get canceled, you’re seeing so many executives – especially on the DEI side – get canned,” Rae said. “You’re seeing very clearly now that our stories are less of a priority.”

She added, ” I can’t force you to make my stuff. It’s made me take more steps to try to be independent down the line if I have to.”

As reported by Deadline, the music comedy Rap Sh!t, executive produced by Insecure creator and star Issa Rae, and Hip Hop duo The City Girls, is ending on Max after two seasons. The show may have been collateral damage after challenges caused by the writer’s and actors’ strikes. The work stoppages caused significant barriers where the actors and producers could not promote the show’s sophomore season. That caused the season premiere to be pushed back to November. Even with the understandable problems from the strikes, Max let the show go to reduce their on-air slate.

Max’s official statement said, “We are extremely grateful to Issa Rae for creating Rap Sh!t, a one-of-a-kind comedy with compelling social commentary that reached viewers in a way only Issa’s talents can accomplish,” from the spokesperson. “A huge thank-you to Issa, showrunner Syreeta Singleton and the teams at Hoorae and 3 Arts Entertainment for introducing us to Shawna and Mia, a duo whose journey fans have invested in and who they have continued to root for through everything. We’ll never get Seduce and Scheme out of our heads, and we wouldn’t have it any other way.”

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Kanye West Snatches Reporter’s Phone When Asked About His Wife’s Free Will: ‘Don’t Come Asking Me That Dumb Sh*t’

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Kanye West is tired of the paparazzi games. While strolling in L.A., Ye was asked if Bianca Censori had “free will,” which led to the rapper snatching an iPhone.

“People want to know if Bianca has her free will. Some people say you’re controlling her,” the TMZ reporter said.

Kanye then grabbed her phone and addressed, “That dumb ass shit,” he was asked.

He said, “You think cause you a white woman that you can walk up on me like that and ask me some dumb ass shit like that? Ask me about my wife?”

You can see it below.

While Kanye West allegedly prohibits his 29-year-old wife Bianca Censori from using social media, he himself earns colossal sums from it. We became interested in how much the singer earns for his tracks on music platforms per stream per month. By analyzing the number of listens on the popular music platform Spotify, it was revealed that in the last month there were 64,423,853 listens. The comparison team at CasinospotDK estimates that the old tracks still continue to earn, for example, he has already earned $257,695.41 on Spotify. Interestingly, on YouTube Music, the most popular track became “I Love It” because it is the only one that managed to gather 713,000,000 listens, which monetizes to $1,247,750.00.

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Chris Rock to Direct Film ‘Another Round,’ Leonardo DiCaprio to Produce

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Chris Rock is sliding into the director chair for Another Round, a film based on the Thomas Vinterberg comedy that won the Best International Feature Film Oscar.

According to Deadline, the film will have Leonardo DiCaprio stepping in as a producer for Appian Way, which will team with Makeready production for Fifth season.

This is the latest film with Rock as a director, following the forthcoming King: A Life, which pulls from the Jonathan Eig book about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

There is no current release date for the film.

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Yasiin Bey Speaks on ‘Very Talented MC’ Drake: ‘I Have Reached Out to Him’

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Yasiin Bey, the rapper formerly known as Mos Def, hit Instagram on Monday to talk about Drake once again. This time, Bey stated he was not attempting to slander or clown The Boy.

After saying he doesn’t hate anyone, Bey revealed, “I have reached out to him, I have no responses yet. I’m not keen to talk about people or to them through a screen, I prefer to talk to people directly.

“The young man is very talented, he’s been able to be very successful with that talent, and I have no issue with his success or anything that he’s been able to achieve as a result of his talent.”

Later in the video, Bey referred to Drake as a “very talented MC” and added that he reached out Dave Chappelle to attempt to get in contact.

You can hear it all from Yasiin Bey below.

Drake took an online shot at Yasiin Bey following the “Ms. Fat Booty” rapper claiming the Certified Lover Boy makes Pop Music.

In case you missed it, Bey was on The Cutting Room Floor podcast and compared Drizzy’s music to strolling through Target.

“Drake is pop to me,” Bey said. “In the sense, like, if I was in Target in Houston and I heard a Drake song… It feels like a lot of his music is compatible with shopping.

“Or, you know, shopping with an edge in certain instances.”

Drake showed his “edge” comment on an Instagram post breaking down the situation from a Canadian point of view: “Bohemian Bucket.”

The Boy also showed a microphone around a beautiful landscape, writing: “They’re always eager to go there and quick to forget how we got here.”

Do you think bars are on the way?

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WATCH: Orlando Brown Calls Himself ‘Lucier’s Son’ As He Is Kicked Out of Tao in L.A.

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Former Disney Channel star Orlando Brown may not be allowed in Tao again. The actor was tossed from the restaurant after shouting at other diners.

Footage obtained by TMZ shows Brown recording people with his phone while screaming “child molester” and “fucking demon.”

As he excited, Brown had an alarming statement: “Everybody enjoy your night, I’m sorry for fucking up y’all shit. My name is Orlando Brown, I am Satan and Lucifer’s son, fuck everybody.”

You can see the chaotic moment below.

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Rajon Rondo Arrested in Indiana on Gun and Marijuana Charges

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Former NBA point guard Rajon Rondo was arrested on Sunday in Indiana on gun and drug charges.

According to WDRB, Rondo’s car was searched after a traffic spot in Jackson County revealed a smell of marijuana. Inside his car was a gun, a personal amount of marijuana, and drug paraphernalia.

Rondo was charged with misdemeanors: unlawful possession of a firearm, drug paraphernalia, and marijuana. Rondo was not supposed to have a firearm because he had a no-contact order placed on him in court.

Rondo posted a bond, and there was no mug shot posted online.

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[WATCH] ‘Our America: In the Black’ – Bridging the Wealth Gap Through Technology and Financial Wellness

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Raising Awareness of Financial Health and Wellness in the Black Community

In an effort to shed light on the critical issue of financial health and wellness within the Black community, ABC Owned Television Stations are set to premiere a groundbreaking documentary series titled “Our America: In the Black.” This special aims to delve into the challenges faced by individuals and communities of color in achieving economic prosperity and offers insights into leveraging technology to bridge the wealth gap.

The series follows the journey of Darrell Booker, a specialist from Microsoft Philanthropies, as he embarks on a national quest to raise awareness about financial literacy and empowerment. Through engaging narratives and compelling stories, Booker explores how technology can serve as a catalyst for change, offering solutions to mitigate disparities and pave the way for economic mobility and generational wealth creation.

The documentary spotlights the experiences of three individuals, each representing a unique perspective on the journey toward financial empowerment:

1. “Hannah” – Viewers are introduced to Hannah, a young foster care youth in Los Angeles, who harbors dreams of attending Howard University and pursuing a career as a mechanical engineer. Through her story, the documentary highlights the importance of education and opportunity in breaking the cycle of poverty and achieving financial independence. Renowned actress and dean of the College of Fine Arts at Howard University, Phylicia Rashad, also makes an appearance, emphasizing the role of education in empowering young Black minds.

2. “Angel Mercedes” – From New York, the series showcases the nonprofit organization  RISE, dedicated to educating and empowering the sports community to eliminate racial discrimination and champion social justice. Through the lens of Angel Mercedes, viewers gain insight into the transformative power of community-driven initiatives in fostering social and economic equity.

3. “Meagan Naraine” – The documentary travels to Atlanta to highlight the work of the Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs (RICE), which leverages the city’s vibrant ecosystem of Black enterprise and innovation. Meagan Naraine’s story exemplifies the potential of entrepreneurial endeavors in creating pathways to economic empowerment and dismantling systemic barriers to success.

“Our America: In the Black” is set to air on  Hulu’s Black Stories Always hub and across the ABC Owned Television Stations’ streaming and digital platforms, as well as linear television. Viewers can catch the premiere on Saturday, Feb. 3, with subsequent airings scheduled throughout the following weeks. The series aims to spark meaningful conversations about financial health and wellness within the Black community and inspire actionable steps towards building a more inclusive and equitable future.

Air Dates:

  • Saturday, Feb. 3
    • 12:30 a.m. EST – 6abc/WPVI-TV Philadelphia
    • 3:00 p.m. PST – ABC7/KABC-TV Los Angeles
    • 8:30 p.m. PST – ABC7/KGO-TV San Francisco
    • 11:30 p.m. CST – ABC13/KTRK-TV Houston
    • 10:00 p.m. PST – ABC30/KFSN-TV Fresno
  • Sunday, Feb. 4
    • 12:30 a.m. EST – ABC11/WTVD-TV Raleigh-Durham
    • 11:00 p.m. CST – ABC7/WLS-TV Chicago
  • Monday, Feb. 5
    • 8:00 p.m. EST – ABC Localish
  • Saturday, Feb. 10
    • 5:00 a.m. EST – ABC7/WABC-TV New York
  • Monday, Feb. 12
    • 8:00 p.m. EST – ABC Localish

“Our America: In the Black” serves as a testament to the power of storytelling in driving social change and underscores the importance of collective action in addressing systemic inequities. Through these powerful narratives, viewers are invited to join the conversation and take proactive steps towards building a more prosperous and inclusive society for all.

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