“It is clear that choosing the right partner and understanding one’s work is very important.”
Gunna Called Out By 6ix9ine Over Young Thug & YSL Support After RICO Plea Deal
Gunna has shown his support to Young Thug and YSL Records members following his release from prison in December, with 6ix9ine then chiming in.
DJ Drama Says He ‘Brought the Mixtape Game Back 2 Life,’ Shouts Out Tyler, the Creator
Rihanna, Taylor Swift, And Lady Gaga Lost At The Golden Globes To An Extremely Popular Song You May Not Have Heard Of
The 2023 Golden Globe Awards ceremony took place last night (January 10), and while the proceedings are focused on TV and movies, music makes its way into the mix, too. Specifically, there are two music categories: Best Original Score, Motion Picture and Best Original Song, Motion Picture. The former was won by Justin Hurwitz’s work on Babylon.
As for the latter, songs by Taylor Swift (“Carolina” from Where The Crawdads Sing), Rihanna (“Lift Me Up” from Black Panther: Wakanda Forever), and Lady Gaga (“Hold My Hand” from Top Gun: Maverick) were in contention. None of those ended up winning, though. Instead, the Best Original Song award went to Kala Bhairava, M. M. Keeravani, and Rahul Sipligunj’s “Naatu Naatu,” a Telugu-language song from the hit 2022 Indian movie RRR.
I think everyone was expecting Rihanna or Taylor… pic.twitter.com/BMRchU74rC
— Chris Gardner (@chrissgardner) January 11, 2023
While “Naatu Naatu” may not be backed by the star power of a song by Gaga, Rihanna, or Swift (among American/English-speaking audiences, at least), it has achieved massive popularity with over 111 million views on YouTube. That puts it right up there with its competitors: “Hold My Hand” has 138 million views while “Lift Me Up” is at about 92 million and “Carolina” has around 8 million.
Rihanna was in attendance and was a good sport, as she made sure to offer her congratulations to the folks behind RRR.
THIS! Rihanna has such class. As she and Rocky walk by (I think to the bathroom) Rihanna congratulates the RRR table for their best original song win for Naatu Naatu in her category. pic.twitter.com/8CM2seXFVd
— Chris Gardner (@chrissgardner) January 11, 2023
Wow!! #Rihanna congratulated #RRR team pic.twitter.com/9rotJMGQIv
— Cine Chit Chat (@CineChitChat) January 11, 2023
Meanwhile, RRR was also up for Best Picture, Foreign Language, but that award went to Argentina, 1985.
Find the full list of 2023 Golden Globe winners here and listen to “Naatu Naatu” below.
Flights Delayed Across U.S. After FAA System Outage
Several news reports have confirmed that flights all across the country have been have been delayed due to an FAA system outage.
The NOTAM system that alerts pilots to hazards and changes to airport facilities and procedures has stopped working, forcing all domestic departures to be delayed at least until 9 AM EST or until the system is restored. The delay will allow the agency to validate the integrity of flight and safety information.
More than 760 flights were delayed within, into or out of the United States as of Wednesday 6:30 am ET (1130 GMT), flight tracking website FlightAware showed, without citing reasons. Another 91 flights within, into or out of the country were also canceled.
“The FAA is still working to fully restore the Notice to Air Missions (NOTAM) system following an outage. While some functions are beginning to come back on line, National Airspace System operations remain limited,” the FAA said on Twitter.
In an earlier advisory on its website, the FAA said its NOTAM system had “failed”, although NOTAMs issued before the outage were still viewable.
A total of 21,464 flights are scheduled to depart airports in the United States on Wednesday with a carrying capacity of nearly 2.9 million passengers, according to available reports.
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Gunna Returns to Instagram: ‘It’s Only One Side #Yslthelabel’
Gunna has released his first statement since being free on an Alford plea deal for his connection to the YSL Rico trial.
Doubling down in his stance that he did not snitch, Gunna wrote: “N***as acting like they switching to a side But it’s only one side. #YslTheLabel #FreeThug & Yak GUNNA BACC!!!!!”
In the image, Gunna is seen sitting in what can be considered a living room with a studio set up, presumably getting ready to craft new music.
WUNNA
(@gunna)
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The statement is the first for Gunna since his attorney released one in December. The attorney, Steve Sadow, hit social media to shut down lies.
“Gunna did not snitch to get out of jail,” Sadow wrote. “He has said nothing and is not cooperating. His plea statement cannot be used in court against any other defendant. So please stop spreading lies.”
Gunna pleaded guilty to a racketeering conspiracy charge in the YSL RICO case that landed himself, Young Thug, and more in jail.
According to WSB-TV 2 Atlanta, Gunna, born Sergio Kitchens, appeared before a judge on Wednesday, taking the Alford plea, citing pleading guilt was his best interest while maintaining innocence.
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Gunna was sentenced to five years, with one serving in prison. The one-year is commuted to time served, while the four-year balance is suspended and will result in a special arrangement, including 500 hours of community service.
Gunna released a statement after the sentence:
“While I have agreed to always be truthful, I want to make it perfectly clear that I have NOT made any statements, have NOT been interviewed, have NOT cooperated, have NOT agreed to testify or be a witness for or against any party in the case and have absolutely NO intention of being involved in the trial process in any way.”
Gunna can be called to testify, but he can claim the Fifth Amendment.
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Bad Bunny, Frank Ocean Officially Announced as Headlines of Stacked Coachella 2023 Lineup
The Coachella lineup is officially released. Bad Bunny, Frank Ocean and BLACKPINK will host the 2023 festival.
The two-weekend 2023 run will take over the desert from April 14 to 16 and April 21 to 23. Additional names on the bill include Pusha T, Burna Boy, Idris Elba, Metro Boomin, Kaytranada, The Kid LAROI, 070 Shake, A Boogie, Kali Uchis, and Rae Sremmurd.
For Ocean, this is a return to the lineup after he was scheduled for the 2020 festival but was unable to perform due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Bunny joins after a historic 2022, which landed him as one of The SOURCE’s Top Five Artists of the year and set marks that not many have ever touched.
You can see the full stacked lineup below.
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Today In Hip Hop History: GZA’s ‘Liquid Swords’ Certified Gold 27 Years Ago
On this day in Hip Hop history, GZA of Wu-Tang Clan’s second album, Liquid Swords, was certified gold by the RIAA.
The album was originally released on November 7, 1995. The LP was recorded entirely in the basement studio of fellow Wu-Tang Clan member RZA (who also produced 12 of the 13 tracks on the project) in Staten Island, New York. Much to the theme of previous Wu-Tang releases, this album consisted vastly of dialogue sampled from kung fu film, Shogun Assassin.
The tone of this project was quite dark and ominous while dropping bombs of knowledge and understanding of the physical world. The way GZA rapped on this album sounded as if he were playing a game of chess against the listener. His lyrical genius attacks capturing pieces of their minds through the use of his Asiatic philosophy.
Upon its release, Liquid Swords peaked at the #9 spot on the Billboard 200 chart and #2 on the Top R&B/Hip Hop Albums chart. The project is critically acclaimed due to the complexity of its composition. Over the years it has been referred to on many occasions as one of the best rap albums of all time. Selwyn Seyfu Hinds of The Source is quoted saying on this album GZA is:
“a highly focused master-craftsman” and that “throughout Liquid Swords he maintains a clear, precise flow, one that reflects deadly-sharp purpose and skilled execution.”
The album was awarded 4 out of 5 mics by The Source upon release. Critics, journalists, and magazines alike had nothing but positive remarks in regards to this album. Matt Hall of Select wrote in 1995 that “…Liquid Swords sneaks under the tape to qualify as Rap Album of the Year.”
Said to be one of the best solo projects out of Wu-Tang, this album helped GZA build his kingdom in the rap game. After this release, he and Wu-Tang Clan went on to be the most successful rap group in the history of music.
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Keke Palmer Shares Stunning Maternity Shoot: ‘its giving POETRY. it’s giving MICHAEL ANGELO. it’s giving SISTINE CHAPEL’
Keke Palmer is gearing up to be a mother. Keeping fans up to date every step of the way since her SNL announcement, Palmer dropped off a stunning maternity photoshoot shot by photographer David LaChapelle, who was introduced to the actress by Nicki Minaj.
“its giving POETRY. it’s giving MICHAEL ANGELO. it’s giving SISTINE CHAPEL. it’s giving MASTERPIECE,” Palmer joked, sharing the image of Palmer in a flowing yellow dress.
“behold, a mother, a father and the blessed baby we await in pure awe.
the greatest gift from above we could ever dream. we can’t wait to meet you little one! we are so glad to be your earth parents as God’s hands are placed so gently over your life.
thank you so much @nickiminaj for connecting me to @david_lachapelle and making this happen! thank you @diandretristan for helping with everything. from this photoshoot to the baby shower haha i love you so much friend!!!”
On Dec. 3, 2022, the star actress revealed her baby bump during her Saturday Night Live monologue.
Palmer would go on to use her baby bump in the show’s sketches while her boyfriend, Darius Jackson, celebrated the forthcoming little bundle of joy online.
Keke Palmer’s boyfriend Darius Jackson shares photo of her baby bump
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— Blanco Tarantino TV, LLC (@BlancoTarantino) December 4, 2022
You can see some of the sketch clips below.
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Lil Zay Osama Arrested On Gun Charges In Chicago
According to several confirmed reports, Isaiah Dukes aka Lil Zay Osama is back behind bars on illegal weapons charges in Chicago.
Details are scarce about the most recent arrest, but it is being reported that Chicago Police found several illegal weapons in the vehicle of the 25-year-old CHi-Town native, including two assault-style rifles and multiple handguns.
Lil Zay Osama is best known for his Trench Baby series, which includes his “Fuck My Cousin” singles, featuring Lil Durk on the second version.
TheSource.com will update this story as details develop.
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