Blueface has denied reports that he is getting special treatment in jail and that he has been put in protective custody due to threats from other inmates.
Meek Mill’s Feature Verse Rate Is Minimum $250K, He Claims
Meek Mill and Rick Ross finished their 2023 on a strong note with their Too Good To Be True album, boasting 17 songs with guest appearances from the likes of Teyana Taylor, DJ Khaled, French Montana, Vory, Fabolous, and more. We’re curious to see what the Philly native will bring to the table in the new year, besides his work with Fivio Foreign on their joint “Same 24” single earlier this month. Even if Meek only delivers features, it sounds like he’ll still be making major money moves. According to a recent tweet from the recording artist, he makes a minimum of a quarter of a million dollars for each of the verses he gives out.
“Every time I do a verse I charge $250K and up,” Meek bragged via Twitter/X on Tuesday (January 23). “If you got $150K on sight and I like the song we can swap it out,” the 36-year-old added, raising some doubts among social media users. “Every time rappers post their feature prices like this publicly I be feeling like they just saying the one price they were able to get a label to pay for one time,” one person speculated beneath the original post.
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How Much is a Meek Mill Feature?
Of course, putting his monetary achievements on blast isn’t the only post on Meek’s Twitter that’s been stirring up attention. After inquiring about how fans in countries like South Africa and Nigeria are able to listen to his music, he was heavily clowned. “I was asking how they listen to music in Africa because I wanna handle my business none of my contracts say they have rights to distribute me in Africa… basically looking for the money trail? [I don’t know] what platforms [are] used in South Africa lol,” he wrote when addressing his haters.
If you’re curious what Meek Mill spends his growing fortune on, we know that at least part of it goes toward taking care of his loved ones. Earlier this week it was reported that the “Uptown Vibes” hitmaker purchased his mother a third house, which she couldn’t be more grateful for. Read more about that at the link below, and check back later for more hip-hop/pop culture news updates.
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Travis Kelce: Heart Celly Was For Bills Fans, Not Taylor Swift
Travis Kelce has revealed that his “heart hands” celebration during the Chiefs’ divisional round playoff game was aimed at Bills fans, not Taylor Swift. “The Bills — coming into their house, they want to make it rowdy. Did it get a little disrespectful? One-thousand percent. One-thousand percent. Did it get a little extra? One-thousand percent. Some things were said about the families — some pretty inappropriate things were said about Pat Mahomes. It was pretty wack. I don’t hate you guys like you hate us. It’s all love, baby. It’s all love,” Kelce explained on the New Heights podcast.
The immediate assumption was that the celebration was aimed at Kelce’s girlfriend, Taylor Swift. It’s a gesture Swift herself has popularized at her concerts. Furthermore, Kelce himself was spotted doing the gesture at Swift’s concert in Argentina last year. However, Kelce has now set the record straight and explained he was showing love to the Bills Mafia during a charged playoff game.
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Travis Kelce & Chiefs Focus On Ravens
Standing between the Chiefs and a third Super Bowl appearance in the last four years is the white-hot Baltimore Ravens. The Ravens finished the regular season 13-4, their best records since their 14-2 2019 campaign. After massive promises from Lamar Jackson in the pre-season, Baltimore has become one of the hottest teams in the league. However, they are treading relatively new ground. Sunday marks their first conference championship game since their Super Bowl-winning season in 2012.
However, the dynastic Chiefs, fresh off another tough back-and-forth against Buffalo, will be more than ready to take on the gauntlet thrown down by Baltimore. The Ravens are only favored by -3.5 and the over/under of 44.5 indicates that this game could quickly devolve into a defensive slugfest. The Ravens beat the Chiefs in their last meeting back in 2021 but have a 4-7 all-time record against the team. Who are you picking to reach the Super Bowl? Let us know in the comments.
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Lil Nas X Reveals All The Details On New Single “Where Do We Go Now?”
Lil Nas X is a master of trolling. His ability to get people talking is uncanny and that was the case with “J CHRIST.” It is the lead single to the Georgia artist’s forthcoming sophomore record that has no release date or title yet. Months and months before the semi-gospel-inspired cut hit streaming services, it was receiving massive amounts of backlash. The main reason is because of Nas X’s comments online.
Many felt he was disrespectful toward the religion and the people who practice it. However, even though so much controversy was swirling around the release there was little doubt it would have a mediocre debut. But, that turned out to be case. Lil Nas X’s “J CHRIST” landed at number 69 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. It is still doing numbers regardless, though.
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Lil Nas X May Be Responding To The Haters
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Maybe this time around for him will be different. Uproxx recently reported that Nas X announced a second single “Where Do We Go Now?” and it will drop this Friday, January 26. He captioned the IG post, “good news yall im dropping new music to match with your depression. 
” There could be a secret plan behind dropping another one so soon. It could be a sign the album is dropping soon. Or, this has the potential to be somewhat of a response to all the people who were upset with him over “J CHRIST.” Especially with the caption, Nas X could be hinting at that and is trying to get under fans’ skin.
What are your thoughts on Lil Nas X announcing a new single, “Where Do We Go Now?” Will this be better than “J CHRIST,” why or why not? Is that track still in your rotation? Do you think he is dropping a new one so soon because of the negative backlash? Will this be one of the biggest albums of the year when he eventually drops it? We would like to hear what you have to say about all of this. With that in mind, be sure to leave all of your hottest takes in the comments section below. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest news surrounding Lil Nas X. Finally, stay with us for everything else going on around the music world.
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Lil Uzi Vert Balances A Wedding Cake In New Campaign For Marc Jacobs: Watch
Lil Uzi Vert is one of the most eclectic artists out there. Overall, they have had an interesting career. In 2023, they came out with Pink Tape which was meant to be their most ambitious project yet. Although the reviews on this tape were fairly mixed, it is still a project that the fans ended up enjoying. While out on tour, Uzi got to perform some of their biggest hits. Moreover, they continued to tease a new project and even their retirement. So far, neither of those things have actually come to fruition.
That said, Uzi has a whole bunch of interests outside of just music. Of course, they have also shown an extensive taste for anime-painted cars. Additionally, Uzi has gotten into the fashion world on numerous occasions. Well, it seems like Marc Jacobs took notice and decided to make Uzi the face of their brand-new ad campaign. In the video below, you can find the 21-second ad in which Uzi is holding a massive wedding cake in an elevator. Uzi seems pretty anxious about dropping it, and the whole scenario comes across humorously.
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Uzi is no stranger to ad campaigns, so it should come as no surprise that they looked pretty comfortable during the whole thing. That said, fans were wishing that this was some new music instead. After all, Uzi has consistently promised new albums, only to go back on their words. This happened with Barter 16 and it has since happened with Luv Is Rage 3. At this stage, there is no telling when they may drop again.
Be sure to let us know your thoughts on the Uzi x Marc Jacobs campaign, in the comments section down below. Also, tell us your expectations for Uzi’s new music. Would you prefer Barter 16 or Luv Is Rage 3? 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.
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Crystal Hefner Returning To Her Maiden Name
Crystal Hefner has revealed that she will be changing her name back to her maiden name of Harris. It’s the latest step by the former wife of Playboy founder Hugh Hefner to distance herself from a man she has painted as abusive and manipulative. Appearing on the Miss Understood podcast, Hefner revealed that her surname was changed to match her husband’s soon after their 2012 wedding and that she didn’t get much say in the process. However, Hefner noted that it was starting the process of writing her memoir that got her thinking about the legacy of her name.
Furthermore, Hefner’s memoir, Only Say Good Things: Surviving Playboy And Finding Myself, is out now. As part of the memoir, Hefner reflected that looking back, she felt “brainwashed” at the time of her marriage to Hefner. Additionally, she noted feeling a sense of “Stockholm Syndrome” whenever she was able to “escape” the Playboy Mansion. No matter how many times she left the complex, she would always return under her own volition.
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Who Is Crystal Hefner?
Born Crystal Harris, Crystal Hefner, first appeared on Playboy.com in October 2008. She was named as the “Co-Ed of the Week” while attending San Diego State. By January 2009, Harris was dating Hugh Hefner, who had founded Playboy in the 1950s. At the time, she was one of Hefner’s many girlfriends, a group that also included the Shannon Twins. Harris quickly became Hefner’s “number one girlfriend”, filling a role left vacant by Holly Madison.
In December 2010, Harris and Hefner became engaged but Harris would break off the engagement in June 2011. Despite this, she still appeared on the cover of the July issue of the magazine. The headline introduced her as “Miss Crystal Hefner”. However, the pair later reconciled and wed in 2012. They would remain married until 2017 when Hugh died. Crystal has since claimed that on his deathbed, Hugh warned her to “only say good things” about him and the magazine.
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Sarunas Jackson’s Keke Palmer Restraining Order Denied: Report
A judge in California has denied Sarunas Jackson’s request for a temporary restraining order against Keke Palmer. In doing so, they cited “insufficient evidence” that Palmer could cause “irreparable harm” to Sarunas. The judge will revisit the request on February 7, 2024 and give a more formal ruling, according to court documents obtained by The Shade Room.
In his original filing, Sarunas referenced an incident on January 11th, during which he says Palmer and her mother harassed him with false allegations. “She has made foul claims that I have sexual abuse claims on me when I do not,” he wrote in the filing. “I have never done such a thing. She has gone to the media & has used her celebrity [sic] to publicly lie on [sic] my family and myself, which has resulted in death threats by the public [sic].”
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He further argued that he doesn’t want Palmer within “150 yards” of him, his family, his home, and his workplace. “She has harassed and stalked my friends and family’s social media,” the filing further alleges. “She has reached out to people in relation to me to lie on [sic] me and my family. Has caused career damage. She has lied time and time again and has tried to lure people around me into her web of lies.”
Sarunas Jackson’ Restraining Order Rejected
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Sarunas also requested a restraining order against Keke’s mother, Sharon, claiming she threatened him with physical violence. Be on the lookout for further updates on Sarunas Jackson and Keke Palmer on HotNewHipHop.
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Cam Newton Reveals The One Team He’d Return To The NFL For
Cam Newton has revealed that a contract with the Atlanta Falcons would be the only way that he would return to the NFL. “Me having a family now, it’s always been about family and I don’t see myself leaving Atlanta. If it’s not Atlanta, I don’t want to [come back],” Netwon told Good Morning Football this week. Newton is originally from Atlanta but played college football in Florida and Alabama before being drafted by the Panthers.
Newton has not suited up in the NFL since 2021 when he briefly returned to the Carolina Panthers. Once seen as a generational talent, Newton’s career hit an ignominious end. A string of injuries limited Newton’s ability to harness his signature dual-threat capabilities. His 2021 campaign saw him go 0-5 as a starter as the Panthers rotated between Newton, Sam Darnold, and P.J. Walker. However, it’s unlikely that the Falcons, currently quarterbacked by second-year starter Desmond Ridder, will be offering Newto a contract. Atlanta has been floated as a potential landing spot for Russell Wilson.
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Cam Newton Beefs With Deebo Samuel
Will @CameronNewton ever get back in the pads?
There’s *one* team he’d do it for
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However, Newton has stepped away from the NFL completely. In late December, he found himself beefing with Niners star Deebo Samuel. Newton responded to Deebo Samuel’s claims that the former QB has been blowing up his phone after the 49ers fell to the Ravens on Christmas Day. “Big fan, still a fan. I still f-ck with you. But I ain’t got your number to call you. It was very believable, I had to go and check to make sure I didn’t call you. But I ain’t got your number. Whoever is calling you, it ain’t me,” Newton said.
Samuel made his claims during an appearance on Up & Adam while defending his quarterback, Brock Purdy. The Ravens completely routed the 49ers in the late Christmas Day game. Baltimore picked off Purdy four times, eventually forcing the Niners to sub in Sam Darnold. Samuel had been responding to the wave of criticism against Purdy when he called out Newton.
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Hugh Hefner & Crystal Harris: Relationship Timeline
Hugh Hefner, the iconic founder of Playboy, and Crystal Harris, a former Playboy Playmate, captivated the public with their high-profile and often scrutinized relationship. With Hefner 60 years older than Harris, many looked down on their relationship and believed Harris was only after Hefner’s fortune. Nevertheless, the two pushed forward with their love and were married until 2017, when Hefner sadly passed away.
Crystal Harris has since claimed that she’s ready to drop Hefner’s last name, and published a tell-all memoir in January 2024, titled, Only Say Good Things: Surviving Playboy And Finding Myself. It’s been met with mixed reviews, but Harris definitely dropped a few bombshells. This article traces the fascinating timeline of their journey through love, commitment, and the challenges they faced.
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2008-2009: Initial Meetings And Moving Into The Playboy Mansion
Hugh Hefner and Crystal Harris met at Hugh’s 2008 Halloween party. Crystal, 22 years old at the time, was introduced to Hugh, and despite the incredible age difference, the two hit it off pretty quickly. Their connection quickly evidently deepened, and Harris became a regular presence in Hefner’s life. That same month, Harris was named “Co-Ed Of The Month” on Playboy.com. By January 2009, Harris began dating Hefner and moved into the Playboy Mansion. There, she lived with Hugh and his other two girlfriends, the twin sisters Karissa and Kristina Shannon. In October of the same year, Harris made her debut on Girls Next Door. Two months later, she was crowned “Playmate Of The Month.”
2010: Hugh Proposes To Crystal Harris
On Christmas Eve 2010, Hefner proposed to Crystal Harris with a 3.39-carat engagement ring and Harris said yes. Evidently, despite Hugh’s two previous marriages, he was still willing to give love a chance. Soon after, the couple announced their engagement to the public. Hefner posted on Twitter, stating: “When I gave Crystal the ring, she burst into tears. This is the happiest Christmas weekend in memory.” The news shocked many and the announcement of their engagement raised many eyebrows, especially considering their age gap. While Hefner was known for his many girlfriends, marriage was rarely a step for the casanova. As a result, many believed the 22-year-old was solely attracted to Hefner for his extensive wealth associated with Playboy.
June 2011: Crystal Harris Calls Off The Wedding
Even though Hefner was ready to spend the rest of his life with Harris, it seemed she did not feel the same way. Mere days before they were scheduled to exchange vows, Crystal decided to cancel the wedding. She went on to speak on Entertainment Tonight a few days later, explaining her decision. “I wasn’t the only woman in Hef’s life,” she said. “I didn’t feel comfortable in my heart knowing that and getting married to him because a marriage is between two people.”
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July 2011: Throwing Shade
Just a month after the wedding was canceled, Crystal went on Sirius XM’s Howard Stern Show. There, she threw shade at her former fiancé and their sex life. “The sex lasted like two seconds. Then I was just over it,” she said. She ended by claiming she “walked away” and was “not turned on by Hef.” The information did not shock many, especially considering Hefner’s age at the time. Nonetheless, Hefner took the matter to heart and fired back in a now-deleted tweet. “For the record, I have sex on a weekly basis. And I did throughout my two-and-a-half years with Crystal.” The pair were ultimately believed to be over, and for months, did not exchange words publicly.
2012: Hugh Hefner And Crystal Harris Reconcile And Exchange Vows
Surprising many, Hefner and Harris reconciled in mid-2012. Moreover, they announced their renewed engagement. Harris tweeted that she was “his #1 girl again,” and that they were both happy. Hefner went more in-depth about how they reconciled in his own tweet, however. “It’s Mary O’Conner that brought Crystal Harris back. Crystal was miserable and said so. Mary told Crystal to write and tell me, which she did,” he wrote.
Hugh Hefner and Crystal Harris finally tied the knot on December 31, 2012, in an intimate ceremony at the Playboy Mansion. The wedding was attended by Harris’ family and Hefner’s four children. Unsurprisingly, it was reported that Crystal was required to sign an “iron-clad” pre-nuptial agreement. This was in an effort to safeguard Hefner’s massive fortune.
2013: Enjoying Married Life
Throughout 2013, Hugh Hefner and Crystal Harris were photographed attending various events together, portraying a united front. The couple’s lifestyle, which included a bustling social calendar and the glamorous world of Playboy, was closely followed by the media. Despite her previous confidence, Harris was elusive when discussing their intimate life post-marriage. Nonetheless, they remained heavily on the paparazzi’s radar that year. As time went on, media coverage on their lives began to dwindle.
December 2014: A Welcoming Christmas Tour
To share in the holiday spirit, Harris provided fans with an exclusive glimpse into the holiday festivities at the Playboy Mansion. Posting the tour on YouTube, Harris stated: “It’s the best time of year not just ’cause of gifts and stuff, but because of my friends and because of [my Christmas tree] and because it’s just such a cozy holiday. I love it. Christmas is my favorite holiday!”
September 2017: Hugh Hefner’s Passing
The legendary Hugh Hefner passed away on September 27, 2017, at the age of 91. Crystal Harris mourned the loss of her husband, expressing her grief and gratitude for the time they had together. Speaking to PEOPLE after the funeral, she said: “I will feel eternally grateful to have been by his side, holding his hand, and telling him how much I love him. He changed my life, he saved my life. He made me feel loved every single day.”
2018-2023: Crystal Harris’ New Life After Hugh Hefner
Crystal Harris, now widowed, continued her life outside of the Playboy Mansion. Unlike what many people assumed, Hefner did not leave a large chunk of his fortune for Harris. She also eventually moved out of the Playboy Mansion to Hawaii. Harris soon ventured into different pursuits, and her post-Hefner life became a subject of interest for those who had followed their relationship.
2024: Starting From The Beginning
Harris’ tell-all memoir was published in January 2024. It detailed many events that happened in the Playboy Mansion, and away from the public gaze. Harris also spoke about how she was forced to conform to Hefner’s views and wants, both physically and emotionally. In an interview with CBS Mornings, Harris admitted to never loving Hefner. She said: “I don’t think it was love. I did care for him. He was getting older and I know he wanted to protect his image… I felt sorry for him in a way and I felt that he really needed me.” As aforementioned, the memoir has polarized the public.
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Lil Wayne Knows The Main Reason Why Drake Is Hated And It Is A Simple One: “He Light-skinned”
Lil Wayne and Drake’s friendship is one of the most wholesome in all of hip-hop. Their love and admiration for one another runs deep, especially after Weezy discovered him all those years ago. If the Louisiana legend never brought him on to Young Money, we would not have the number of classics we have today. You can argue, that besides Drizzy’s family, no one knows him more than Wayne. It may be the reason why Richard Sherman asked him various questions about the Canadian superstar.
Sherman, a former NFL cornerback, is a part of the new panel on FS1’s Undisputed and recently began hosting a podcast. The latter is the platform that these two got to talking about the For All The Dogs creator. According to HipHopDX, Sherman first praised Wayne for his keen eye for talent. The living legend said he gets him the boss. “I get that from my upbringing, from being around Birdman.”
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Lil Wayne Did Not Hesitate With His Answer
Then, the host segued that into why the hate for Drake is so large. It is a good question because he is a pretty polarizing figure. Additionally, it comes at a opportune moment, especially after the situation surrounding Yasiin Bey and his recent comments toward Drizzy. You might think that Wayne would have had answered that echoed Bey’s “pop music” take. However, it is far from it. The hitmaker feels it is simple, “He light-skinned.” He explains with a personal experience, “That’s just American history. How I know is, because I’m not light-skinned. I hated on all light-skinned dudes in school. So yeah, it’s American history, man.” The conversation starts around the 16:15 mark.
What are your thoughts on Lil Wayne saying why Drake is hated? Do you think that is a legitimate reason, or is it deeper than that? If you dislike him what are your reasons why? Is he the most hated hip-hop artist ever, why or why not? Where do you have him all-time in your rankings? We would like to hear what you have to say about all of this. With that in mind, be sure to leave all of your hottest takes in the comments section below. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest news surrounding Lil Wayne and Drake. Finally, stay with us for everything else going on around the music world.
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