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Rapsody

Cardi B&rsquo;s new single, &ldquo;Enough,&rdquo; solidified her long-awaited return. However, <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/justin-timberlake-announces-world-tour-and-shares-he-recorded-100-songs-for">Justin Timberlake</a> and <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/flo-milli-makes-billboard-hot-100-debut">Flo Milli</a>&rsquo;s highly anticipated albums controlled the airwaves and headlines last weekend. This week had many new music releases, but most of them were overshadowed by the big announcements of Summer Jam and SXSW, as well as new albums from top Hip-Hop stars dropping on Friday.&nbsp;
From <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/travis-scott-hints-new-music-coming-i-gotta-kick-into-a-new-gear-they-think">Travis Scott</a> getting in the water with <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/tyla-cancels-upcoming-shows-following-health-concern-ive-been-silently">Tyla</a> to <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/bryson-tiller-self-titled-album-new-single-calypso">Bryson Tiller</a> embracing the future to Don Toliver diving in the deep end, here is a complete list of new music you might have missed this week.&nbsp;
Rapsody Sets The Record Straight &amp; &ldquo;Stand Tall&rdquo;
She addresses all the rumors, accusations, and smoke as she gears up for a buzzing new album. With aggressive, creative, and unapologetic lyrics, she reaffirms her dominant presence in hip-hop. Thrilled about the release of this upcoming album and cannot wait to see what it has in store for hip-hop.&nbsp;
https://youtu.be/kelMJhur2cc?si=krLD8PJns9kXjODs
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T-Pain Joins Meghan Trainor For New Era And It&rsquo;s &ldquo;Been Like This&rdquo;
Set for Trainor&rsquo;s sixth album, she teams up with her favorite artist for a catchy 1920-sampled song. The track took over a decade to create as she tried to get in touch with Teddy P. This will be T-Pain&rsquo;s return to the top of the pop charts.
https://youtu.be/Djyg0lR6-4Q?si=29rWkGRHG5BACaSz
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DDG Runs Around And&nbsp; &ldquo;Shoot Up Your Block&rdquo;
The 26-year-old rapper features his newborn son in his music video while rapping about protecting his family. His new family kept the birth of his first child a secret to cherish the memories. The latest and previous, &ldquo;Going To The Top,&rdquo; builds on his 2024 album.&nbsp;
https://youtu.be/jBTerp3R7WY?si=nZQjsjleiaqCdoUY
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Tyla &amp; Travis Scott Remix &ldquo;Water&rdquo;
Tyla and Scott appear on opposite sides of wet glass in a shadowy space in the Nabil Elderkin-directed music video. Tyla poses in the rain, while Scott joins her on the same side of the glass for his verse. Set to appear on Tyla&rsquo;s debut album.
https://youtu.be/jVduVnNMBRg?si=Agbg-b8Ej6dQiAJ_
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Teezo Touchdown Says &ldquo;DAMN!&rdquo;
The new rockstar joins DJ Zack Bia for a bouncy house track. Along with Teezo&rsquo;s popularity, the house party features a roster of celebrity cameos and a monkey. The track marks Teezo Touchdown&rsquo;s first electronic music appearance.&nbsp;
https://youtu.be/tqIDHv-O_64?si=wdaqZ42v6WaS_EjL
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DaBaby Finds &ldquo;Wonder Woman&rdquo;
As Baby On Baby turns 5, the North Carolina native goes on a freaky escapade to find that one woman. More of the same from the rap star, the latest release delivers hilarious antics with the usual raps. The road to redemption continues.
https://youtu.be/zqbgxO7X1hI?si=dUBQ8zN_gIQnm0su
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Trippie Redd Is &ldquo;LWRW&rdquo;
The new song and visual talks about a range of topics, from his chopper to his romantic escapades to luxurious trips to Dubai, all set to a gentle piano-driven beat. The infectiousness of the hook cannot be denied, despite its unconventional approach.
https://youtu.be/sb0FNy4Wkis?si=lAtJXqUBiuATBnb5
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Omarion Is &ldquo;Taking Off&rdquo;
The lead single from his latest release continues his introspective journey into the unbothered. It&rsquo;s a vibe that prepares fans for his new tour, which is coming to a city near you.
https://youtu.be/8lyXQZlr-Yo?si=d19ZB_VJlbmkw2uZ
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Bryson Tiller Embraces The Future With &ldquo;Calypso&rdquo;
Pen Griffey is coming out with a new album and previews it with a new song. The first track from the album showcases Tiller's unique blend of compelling lyrics and captivating rhythms. The album promises to explore innovative sound and heartfelt storytelling.
https://youtu.be/XgumD6oWOD8?si=1Ful49YG4rjxaeEm
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Big Sean Flips J.Dilla To Talk To &ldquo;Old Sean&rdquo;
Sean Don is dropping a new album and has released a freestyle to give fans a taste. The freestyle reflects on his past and pays tribute to Detroit legend J.Dilla. Sean also pokes at modern hip hop&rsquo;s Big 3: Drake, Kendrick Lamar, and J. Cole, which will cause some mention across social media.&nbsp;
https://x.com/BigSean/status/1770565507466535276?s=20
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42Dugg Hits The Streets &ldquo;Wock N Red&rdquo;
The Detroit rapper's latest release showcases great music despite navigating controversy. His upcoming album will showcase his gritty street raps and flashy lifestyle, keeping his fans satisfied.
https://youtu.be/6SpH6uYVse8?si=8O8l9ncRD6RyZ7cp
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Don Toliver Dives &ldquo;Deep In The Water&rdquo;
Fans eagerly await the rap star's 2024 album, which promises to showcase Toliver's trademark appeal and cement his position as one of today's most exciting artists. The new dad has produced some of his best music yet, with a dark visual emerging as the centerpiece.
https://youtu.be/IgoxNaN2GlU?si=NofwJlJ1h-0epUU0
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Vedo Seduces With &ldquo;Spinn On You&rdquo;
A captivating release by the master of seduction, set to become a playlist favorite.&ldquo;When I wrote the song it&rsquo;s obvious that I&rsquo;m thinking about spinning the block and wanting that old thing back,&rdquo; he said in the press release. &ldquo;My vision for the song isn&rsquo;t just wanting to have one last encounter, but also Spinn the Block on your girl/wife, pull up to their job bring some flowers, lunch etc, Spinn some time, Spinn some money on her. Spinn, even when you already have her/him, to always be in pursuit of one&rsquo;s heart.&rdquo;
https://youtu.be/ozHtquqPHIM?si=casrXrThpOPoRs46
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Debbie Says &ldquo;It&rsquo;s Been A Week&rdquo;
The Def Jam singer's new track focuses on the difficulties of growing up after a breakup. &ldquo;I always wanted to experience romantic love growing up,&rdquo; said Debbie in a press release. &ldquo;I think it&rsquo;s because I was quite isolated and the only example of romance I had was TV and movies. Unfortunately, that led me to some dumb decisions, as I was kinda naive to the reality of finding &ldquo;true love&rdquo;. It&rsquo;s been a week is a reflection (albeit a dramatic one) of pain and regret I was feeling with one particular lover. I was just expressing myself and escaping.&rdquo;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
https://open.spotify.com/track/7ubDr5F9DWHYZjFX42jHnp?go=1&amp;nd=1&amp;dlsi=bd40fe646b614d0a
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BigXThaPlug Is A Superstar, &ldquo;MMHMM&rdquo;
BigX becomes a successful rapper and takes a leap of faith out of a helicopter to symbolize his achievement in the music industry. The music video showcases enthusiastic fans, a thrilling skydiving stunt, news segments, and more, all accompanied by his smooth rhymes.&nbsp;
https://youtu.be/x_WayannFys?si=aVH1tvSKAtTSXDKj
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BigXThaPlug &amp; Ro$ama Unlocks &ldquo;Beast Mode&rdquo;
Dallas duo goes beast mode in Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire soundtrack with hard-hitting verses. X and his prot&eacute;g&eacute; Ro$ama are competing for the throne in the hip-hop industry, and it's inevitable that there will be a shift in power come 2024.
https://youtu.be/tghkvFL9Cko?si=Zh_XmmMQfznhU_Ue
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J$PHLive Got Game With &ldquo;Imperfect Luv&rdquo;
In his new clip, the viral recording artist recreates the iconic bus stop scene of Jesus Shuttlesworth and Lala to restore love. The Dallas native hypnotizes love interest with slick-talking wordplay filled with a well-balanced delivery of charm and explicit persuasion to cement everlasting love. However, this love story doesn&rsquo;t end like the movie.
https://youtu.be/PJ7_IKGjHhI?si=vyjUBjaM0jq92pou
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Bryson Cole Has No More Love
The Denton, Texas native taps King Los and The WRLDFMS Tony Williams for a 16-track exploration of the ups and downs of love. Cole's stories are clever, catchy, and magnetic. This album is perfect for new fans. He's one of the year's best new underground artists.
https://open.spotify.com/album/75JDv2ahbgT9MQw31CZn0L
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Rapsody, Big Sean, T-Pain, Don Toliver + More New Music You Might Have Missed This Week

The Weeknd

<a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/french-montana-shows-off-for-the-bronx-during-full-summer-jam-performance">French Montana</a>&rsquo;s Mac and Cheese 5 had New York talking about the rap star from South Bronx constantly all week. But between <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/j-cole-mgk-pusha-t-kodak-black-gunna-more-new-music-you-might-have-missed">J.Cole</a>&rsquo;s surprise teaser last week and <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/cardi-b-and-offset-spotted-together-on-a-v-day-dinner-date-in-miami-amid">Cardi B</a>&rsquo;s anticipated freestyle this Friday, hip-hop received a huge surge in new music throughout the week from its biggest stars that went unnoticed.&nbsp;
From the return of A$AP Rocky to SZA soaring through outer space to The Weeknd, Madonna, and Playboi Carti fine dining, here&rsquo;s a complete rundown of new music you might have missed this week.&nbsp;
The Weeknd, Madonna, &amp; Playboi Carti Are The Most &ldquo;Popular&rdquo;
The trio of superstars embraces the full extent of their stardom as they explore castles, mega mansions, and antiques. They sing about the price of fame and the addiction that comes with it. The first collaboration between all three, this bouncy track is one of 2024 biggest hits.&nbsp;
https://youtu.be/vt0i6nuqNEo?si=Nd0Yxb-xw3u1fpqZ
Meek Mill Begins Campaign With New EP, Heathenism
Back on his dream-chasing-ish, the Philly bull roars to the top of music with an appetizing batch of new music. Featuring Fivio Foreign and Future, the project is an appreciation by the superstar for their continued support during his hiatus. The project favorites are &ldquo;Big Boy&rdquo; and &ldquo;Times Like This.&rdquo;
https://open.spotify.com/album/10OuYNhsZyIip13lZe6dzG
The Free Nationals Tap Anderson.Paak &amp; A$AP Rocky For &ldquo;Gangsta&rdquo;
The Free Nationals gets tough on the new release featuring two all-stars. In the first verse, Rocky flexed about women and other aspects of his wild lifestyle. Anderson cruises around with lines about committing crimes for riches. The song previews new music by Rocky and Paak promised this year.&nbsp;
https://youtu.be/0Lb20UOpzv0?si=Pce4Tee6H0OhPmHD
Maino And Young Thug Roll Around Bumpin&rsquo; &ldquo;Poetry&rdquo;
It&rsquo;s poetry in motion. Maino celebrates his new proclamation with a stunning new visual featuring Young Thug. Shot before Thug&rsquo;s detainment, the two whip around the city in the freshest ensemble. The latest release highlights an unstoppable Maino in 2024.&nbsp;
https://youtu.be/ldOkEzJo8Lk?si=7XU6HQdXsWehZYvU
Rotimi Nabs Nasty C And Mayorkun For &ldquo;Sade&rdquo;
After &ldquo;Bestie,&rdquo; Rotimi picks up Afrobeats&rsquo; finest in Nasty C and Mayorkun for an energetic new hit. While the two guests provide the trendsetting appeal, Rotimi obliges with classic riddim and adlibs. The song blends Afrobeat and Amapiano sounds.
https://youtu.be/hriTvbLYZN8?si=8UmB5z7d-vdO6zY3
Quavo Is &ldquo;Himothy&rdquo;
Quavo heads home for his latest single. He gets a few things off his chest, like the passing of Takeoff, being one of the industry's best, and what&rsquo;s to come. The track is a prelude to a forthcoming album.&nbsp;
https://youtu.be/ByAkyUnf2Hw?si=fXukCYydEjS6c097
LaRussell &amp; Hit-Boy Come Together And Create A New Hit Like Rent Due
LaRussell and Hit-Boy's new collaboration showcases their hardworking, independent spirit. In support of the collaboration, the duo and company EVEN will donate $15,000 to cover rent for 15 artists or business owners in February. The project also features Tietta, Malachi, Jane Handcock, and Hit-Boy&rsquo;s father Big Hit.
https://open.spotify.com/album/0dBvFFw0BJf90rDVvXY7cv?go=1&amp;nd=1&amp;dlsi=309eadb06a074daa
310Babii Follows &ldquo;Soak City&rdquo; With The Anticipated Nights And Weekends
310babii went viral at 18 with "Soak City (Do It)" and started the "Squabble Dance" trend, which was embraced by fans and athletes from the NFL, NBA, and MLS. His debut album is a fresh and playful take on rap music, setting a new standard for the next generation. The debut features BIA, Luh Tyler, Duke Deuce, Tyga, DDG, and more.
https://open.spotify.com/album/39jNh5MndiuFTNjDjuWnDQ
SiR And Isaiah Rashad Believe In &ldquo;Karma&rdquo;
SiR and Isaiah Rashad's new hit cements Top Dawg Ent's legacy. Produced by Sigurd, the song has a lush backdrop. SiR reflects on past faults, takes accountability, and is at peace with the consequences of his actions.
https://youtu.be/e5YSTm2_ApQ?si=3tFJr3c68Or-qMpF
Lil Yachty Has &ldquo;Something Ether&rdquo;
Yachty features a glitchy beat from rap producer Cardo. The disorienting video comes with a seizure warning and Yachty's flow breaks down into digitally-warped shards. The song appears on the Quality Control artist&rsquo;s new EP.
https://youtu.be/jRe8PznkGJc?si=abP5uyUq-bhuHMen
Jadakiss And Uncle Murda Are All About The &ldquo;Money&rdquo;
Off Uncle Murda&rsquo;s new album, the collaboration is a smart investment. Murda and Kiss explores the pros and cons to grinding. In the end, you can&rsquo;t help but hit the repeat button.&nbsp;
https://youtu.be/Lbg_nUJEBgc?si=ZEt6VYv6eY04l1nc
Buddy Enjoys Success Just &ldquo;Like This&rdquo;
Buddy's "Like This" features a G Funk beat and a laid-back vibe. The music video follows him cruising in his car and visiting iconic places in Los Angeles. The California love is on full display as he stands in front of landmarks and shows out.&nbsp;
https://youtu.be/sKZAuJHNG4c?si=3KYxahE2zXBwWv2u
SZA Goes To &ldquo;Saturn&rdquo;
From her upcoming deluxe album. She soars around with more out-of-this-world soothing vocals about exploring the seven rings of the planet. Making her deluxe album one of the year&rsquo;s most exciting.
https://youtu.be/V2G8ESoDXm8?si=zjkxMcSzdxYgCLL8
Lil Durk Reflects On The &ldquo;Old Days&rdquo;
Reflecting on the good ol&rsquo; days, Durkio lays the past to rest as his future continues to blossom. The new song prepares the trilogy, Love Songs 4 The Streets 3, which has become a fan-favorite. Durk is riding high right now with his new Grammy win.&nbsp;
https://youtu.be/abZ15xSBlnM?si=bE88peGlpiTEKWHL
Renni Rucci Wants To &ldquo;Love You More&rdquo;
Rucci clears up her brief hiatus with a couple of standout verses. She proceeds to share appreciation for the unwavering support. &ldquo;Love You More&rdquo; is a great lead to an upcoming album.&nbsp;&nbsp;
https://youtu.be/JaHa0u3WpaY?si=6pPNUb3oMD1yfIEP
Waka Flocka Flame Returns &ldquo;Foreva&rdquo;
After a five-year break, Waka Flocka Flame released a new song about his immortality. "Foreva" is about his love for his significant other. Waka resurfaces with a new sound that is just as thrilling as before. Looks like the man from Groves Street has made a triumphant return.&nbsp;
https://youtu.be/aagFmBoXjOQ?si=DAl4NIY6UBoYFxZX
Smino Is &ldquo;mister misfit but ain&rsquo;t missed a fit in months&rdquo;
The St. Louis star continues to appease with his signature sound and consistency. In the latest, he is as unique as ever with the catchy melodic sing-a-long. Once again, Smino proves that he is about to have a breakout year in 2024.&nbsp;
https://youtu.be/JQVE3E_HIwQ?si=ypLc3PfAwGBpK2ow
DaBaby Hosts His Own &ldquo;Grammy Party&rdquo;
DaBaby continues his campaign to resurgence with the latest release that stars him hosting his own award show. Sticking to the basics and delivering more slick-talking rhymes. Soon the music industry will rediscover its appreciation for the North Carolina artist, leading to the much-anticipated release of a new album.
https://youtu.be/lH3nPqyUuDc?si=L31Uqbd6qC3WqUMA
DDG Is &ldquo;Going To The Top&rdquo;
The new father drops his first release of the year and a statement for what's to come in 2024. The track highlights his strengths with a mesmerizing melody, allowing him to boast about his success and luxury. He has more new music on the way.
https://youtu.be/SO-2LaXwkF4?si=0aw2BFaT7tZysXae
Luclover Drops Sequel In &ldquo;Willy Wonka 2&rdquo;
The Houston rapper creates relatable music spanning various genres, including hip-hop, rap, rock, pop, and more. His raw talent propelled him on a steady path to widespread recognition. Now, &ldquo;Willy Wonka 2&rdquo; elevates him to the next level with much more to come.
https://youtu.be/Qq-k5j0omnk?si=_efBefyqnRFegHbO
Sofi Saint Is All About &ldquo;My Name&rdquo;
This track has gained recognition on the Genius Pop Chart, showcasing its popularity among music enthusiasts. Sofi Saint's "My Name" pushes the boundaries of musical expression and captivates audiences.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NeJzS1if2kk
Mellow Rackz Isn&rsquo;t Just &ldquo;Any Chick&rdquo;
Her latest release is a women's empowerment anthem produced by Grammy award-winning instrumentalist Bigg D. The music video showcases Mellow's collaboration with ATL Jacob, Lil Yachty, and Icewear Vezzo. It is an ode to self-celebration that is sure to inspire.&nbsp;
https://youtu.be/1dT32uTzP6I?si=AGwUH4OwkSFDHkYq
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The Weeknd, A$AP Rocky, Meek Mill, SZA, + More New Music You Might Have Missed This Week

Photo by Craig Barritt/Getty Images for XI Gallery

Ryan Leslie

<a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/russ-jim-jones-dababy-g-herbo-offset-saweetie-more-new-music-you-might-have">Last week</a>, <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/megan-thee-stallion-vs-nicki-minaj-the-complete-timeline-and-who-won">Megan Thee Stallion and Nicki Minaj </a>had the music industry in a chokehold as &ldquo;<a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/megan-thee-stallion-sends-a-message-after-hiss-debuts-at-no-1-lets-keep">HISS</a>&rdquo; topped &ldquo;<a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/nicki-minaj-responds-to-megan-thee-stallion-w-track-big-foot">Big Foot</a>&rdquo; in the race to the top of the charts. Kanye, <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/latto-seen-shooting-music-video-in-the-bronx-amidst-ice-spice-beef">Latto</a>, and <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/fivio-foreign-on-megan-thee-stallion-being-shot-by-tory-lanez-its-no-hole-in">Fivio Foreign</a> were busy promoting their new music, which is coming Friday, with interviews and publicity stunts. Despite this, there were other great hip-hop releases that fans loved and talked about on social media.
For Ryan Leslie making his triumphant return to Kid Cudi taking us back to the moon to Tyla capitalizing on her Grammy with a follow-up to her massive hit, here&rsquo;s a recap of new music you might have missed throughout the week.&nbsp;
Ryan Leslie Returns After 12 Years With &lsquo;You Know My Speed&rsquo;
Returning to music after 12 years and maintaining high demand is challenging. Ryan Leslie's latest release features his signature sound and is an impressive body of work. Ryan's sound is creative, unique, and dance-ready, with a standout feature from Bobby Valentino. Listeners will quickly rekindle their love for him and his emotional stories upon hitting the play button.
https://open.spotify.com/album/4XRZpGGhF7w0ZSGFPON4yO?si=YiKQD9NzTleoM4XKDXkxQA
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North West Steals The Show In Ye/Ty Dolla $ign&rsquo;s &ldquo;Talking/Once Again&rdquo;
In the Vultures album video, Kanye's daughter North West explores her creativity while her dad watches her become a star. Ty Dolla $ign sings about the fear of his daughter growing up. North West has the potential to become an icon in the future.&nbsp;
https://youtu.be/Tqlw87XV4kU?si=BfLYTBszSopHtjaS
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Schoolboy Q Previews The Upcoming &lsquo;Blue Lips&rsquo; with &ldquo;Back In Love&rdquo;
From the golf course to the booth, Schoolboy Q excites his upcoming album with a refreshingly direct visual that displays his newfound love for rap. The video shows a young Groovy Q with a similar laid-back attitude. Q raps about his lavish lifestyle and uninspiring competition. Blue Lips on the way.&nbsp;
https://youtu.be/Q3vuOP5iY1A?si=NVuD_nW2XGMZkemS
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Tyla Follows &ldquo;Water&rdquo; With &ldquo;Truth or Dare&rdquo;
Now a Grammy Award winner, Tyla continues to rise with her new single &ldquo;Truth or Dare.&rdquo; The new visual gives chase for love as she drives fast cars with her love interest. It is the perfect follow-up to &ldquo;Water.&rdquo;&nbsp;
https://youtu.be/UKpz-I9EV84?si=8gnimyS42SUAa3n3
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Kid Cudi &amp; Denzel Curry Are &ldquo;Black Ops&rdquo; On The Moon
Kid Cudi's INSANO album and Moon Man comic book series are both popular releases. The first issue of the Moon Man series sold out quickly, but it will be reprinted and available with the second issue at the end of February. The new song previews the upcoming deluxe version of INSANO, which is coming soon.
https://youtu.be/YmrmekbebMM?si=6sn1uJNMoEmaAWIA
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JT Sittin&rsquo; &ldquo;Sideways&rdquo;
JT's latest single, produced by Ben10k and Danes Blood, reflects her carefree attitude towards other people's opinions, as evident from the chorus. The song sets up her upcoming solo EP debut. Her debut is scheduled to feature Kali Uchis.
https://youtu.be/pRCprF5GLgQ?si=dScnZ6ENleH8UUR2
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Logic Shreds The &ldquo;Fear&rdquo;
Logic has released the first single, "Fear," along with its music video off his upcoming album Ultra 85. The Maryland rapper co-produced the song and its accompanying video, which showcases the importance of living life to the fullest despite criticism. The video, directed by Andy Hines, follows the daily routine of a drag queen played by Tajh Jordan.
https://youtu.be/KMZ-JbvRzFs?si=ZHboX6Y1ItJ0alqB
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Tee Grizzley Is &ldquo;One Of One&rdquo;
Tee Grizzley promotes his new album "Tee's Coney Island" and acknowledges his unique appeal and peak lyrical abilities. While showing off his immense star power, he shares the fruits of his labor in designer fashion, cash, and luxury vehicles. The song and visual rejuvenate the new album, which is out now.&nbsp;
https://youtu.be/nZeLapVuzSY?si=bmrwMPyGOwpdj5v4
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Chief Keef &amp; Mike Will-Made-It Enjoy &ldquo;Dirty Nachos&rdquo;
"Dirty Nachos" is a song from Chief Keef and Mike WiLL Made-It's collaborative project, along with "Bang Bang" and "Status." Chief Keef is starting a new phase in his career. Chief Keef aims to dominate 2024 with the upcoming Almighty So 2 and other milestones.
&nbsp;https://youtu.be/arhxLFRLWqQ?si=tU6gbMVsClnB0Req
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Lefty Gunplay Is The &lsquo;Rookie Of The Year&rsquo;
Lefty Gunplay is the hottest new rapper coming out of L.A. from Baldwin Park known for his authentic style and impressive lyrical abilities. Rookie Of The Year has a West Coast all-star lineup, featuring RJMrLA, Young Drummer Boy, and Cypress Moreno. And with L.A. behind him, Lefty&rsquo;s album showcases his talent, ambition, and dedication to his craft.
https://open.spotify.com/album/0YMSaf780lJceuMCohn7Xy?si=epGM3a4zSC-_cHtLF5Xmwg
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Usher Is In &ldquo;Ruin&rdquo;
Pheelz co-stars. Heading into the Super Bowl and the release of his highly-anticipated album, Coming Home, Usher is in shambles as he can&rsquo;t get over a past love. The song is a favorite to be performed at the halftime show. Coming Home drops at midnight.&nbsp;
https://youtu.be/Dsv9EAuW5H8?si=mMV1MkeeboZvZoa5
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Lil $o$o &amp; Lunchmoney Lewis&nbsp; Applies &ldquo;Enhancements&rdquo; To New Hit
Lunchbox Records won a Grammy for Best Melodic Rap Performance with J.Cole and Lil Durk. Producer Lunchmoney Lewis shares his Grammy buzz with Florida protege Lil $o$o, transforming the Issa Rae-approved act into an artist-to-watch for 2024. $o$o and Lewis&rsquo;s reflective record celebrates make-up artists, nail techs, and hairdressers who keep society's fairer sex flawless.&nbsp;
https://open.spotify.com/album/5Nn40snCPW4NwMie0JoUjl?si=HIubyIJPSQyKfzxO83c7GQ
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Ryan Leslie, Kanye West, Schoolboy Q, Tyla + More New Music You Might Have Missed This Week

Saweetie attends the 2023 Vanity Fair Oscar Party Hosted By Radhika Jones at Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts on March 12, 2023 in Beverly Hills, California. (Photo by Leon Bennett/Gettu Images)

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Between <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/benny-the-butcher-bringing-the-essence-of-hip-hop-to-summer-jam">Benny The Butcher</a> making his major label debut with Everybody Can&rsquo;t Go, Ice Spice exciting us for her upcoming debut album with her new song &ldquo;Think U The Sh*t (Fart), and Justin Timberlake making his triumphant return <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/justin-timberlake-travis-scott-fabolous-jada-kingdom-kalan-frfr-more-new">last Friday</a>. There was a lot of new music that surfaced throughout the week as we prepare for anticipated new releases by some of the biggest names in hip-hop this Friday.&nbsp;
From <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/chris-brown-and-quavo-sit-next-to-each-other-at-paris-fashion-show-brown">Saweetie</a> and P-Lo championing the Bay Area while the 49ers head to the Super Bowl to Russ making his return to Hip Hop in 2024 to Jim Jones hitting the streets again like it&rsquo;s 2008, here&rsquo;s a recap of new music you might have missed throughout the week.&nbsp;
Russ &ldquo;Drives&rdquo; Into 2024 Anew
Russ is back. He previews where he is headed after last year&rsquo;s Santiago with a self-produced track that features a guitar and sing-a-long melody about the story of a woman heading into the unknown. Perfect for traffic jams and cross-country adventures.&nbsp;
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Offset &ldquo;SET IT OFF&rdquo; Before Tour
Set to hit the road in the first quarter, solo. He drops off a visual of his preferring the mile-high rides to tour dates over the bus. And with pockets full of cash, and fans waiting for his arrival in a city near them, he is ready to turn things upside down when he touches down.&nbsp;
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SIR Sees &ldquo;No Evil&rdquo;
SIR makes a return with a D&rsquo;Angelo-inspired new visual that sees him revealing himself on more than just the lyrics and emotions. &ldquo;No Evil&rdquo; builds anticipation for a long-awaited new SIR album. Before the new album, he will be busy performing on the festival cricut.&nbsp;
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G Herbo &amp; BabyTron Fix Your &ldquo;Equilibrium&rdquo;
Off the new Lyrical Lemonade album, G Herbo and BabyTron add to the controversy surrounding the album after Eminem disses Benzino with their rowdy visual and single. Herbo matches BabyTron&rsquo;s high energy with his signature street storytelling to make one of the album&rsquo;s most impactful songs.
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Andra Day Navigates On &ldquo;Where Do We Go&rdquo;
The Academy Award nominee has made a triumphant return with the latest release from her upcoming album, Cassandra. The slow-burning R&amp;B love song is dreamy and captivating, perfectly capturing the artist's powerful vocals and soulful delivery. She knows exactly where she is taking her fans on this one.&nbsp;
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Trevor Jackson Embodies &ldquo;James Dean&rdquo;
Jackson portrays a modern-day cowboy as he transitions from the open road to the football field while pursuing his Hollywood dreams. He remembers where he came from, who he is, and where he is going. Live out your dreams with him.&nbsp;
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Dej Loaf Goes &ldquo;Home&rdquo;
The Detroit recording artist has one of the most unique sounds in Hip-Hop. The visual pays respect to her roots as she continues to return to prominences. Home is where the heart is and she is living proof of it on the track.
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Saweetie &amp; P-Lo &ldquo;Do It For The Bay&rdquo;
It's a Bay Area thing as the two Yay Area acts join together to drop a catchy home team-inspired track just in time for the Super Bowl. Saweetie is in her elements back home and displayed on the P-Lo production. A great pre-game track for the tailgate.&nbsp;
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Icewear Vezzo &amp; DaBaby Are &ldquo;Perfect&rdquo; In Sports
Detroit meets <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/dababy-says-hes-done-drinking-after-throwing-up-in-front-of-his-daughter">North Carolina</a> as the two rap stars show off their competitive sides on their first collaboration. Big bets, big body beauties, and playing big boy games, the collaboration is much needed to kick off the new year. Future collaborations between the two are perfect.&nbsp;
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Jim Jones Joins Gunna Meize On &ldquo;Superstar Remix&rdquo;
Byrd Gang days are back as&nbsp;<a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/jim-jones-will-says-he-will-put-up-usd100k-to-battle-any-rapper-from-his-era">Jimmy</a> features on the remix to the rising Dallas, Texas artist Gunna Meize&rsquo;s popular track. The two match each other gritty street elements and fans will enjoy the Southern star bringing out the &lsquo;08 Jimmy. Look forward to Jim Jones continuing his Dirty South excursions.&nbsp;
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Unlearn The World Shows That The &ldquo;Streets Get Fed&rdquo;
The Washington Heights/Uptown recording artist UnLearn The World has been on a run lately. UnLearn's latest single blurs the line between a lyrical tirade and a New York street anthem, combining the old and new schools for an authentic and powerful sound, reminiscent of DJ Kool's classic "Hold up, wait a minute." An artist to watch.&nbsp;
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https://open.spotify.com/track/4dQ0Dv8iQiipRknUJLVtF6?si=84d3ec96772b40e2&amp;nd=1&amp;dlsi=214515421f3f469f
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Cory Gunz&nbsp; Remembers ATCQ Roots As He Smokes &lsquo;Loosie Pack 2&rsquo;
This is a follow-up to the EP first released in October 2022. The EP's lead single, "Scenario," features Nino Man, Whispers, and RMK. The track pays homage to "Scenario," a classic song by A Tribe Called Quest and Leaders of the New School. The rappers exchange verses effortlessly on the Blac Saun and Qui3t-produced track, giving a modern spin to one of the biggest songs of the 1990s hip-hop golden era.
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Russ, Jim Jones, DaBaby, G Herbo, Offset, Saweetie + More New Music You Might Have Missed This Week

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<a href="https://www.hot97.com/hot-news/50-cent-reveals-he-made-17-k-per-power-ep-when-he-left-music-for-tv" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">50 Cent</a> celebrated his 48th birthday yesterday (July 6) and was flooded with messages from fans and celebrities all over social media. DaBaby shared a heartfelt tribute, hailing his mentor as the "last role model" he has left.“HAPPY G DAY TO THE [GOAT]. Still gonna hit your phone, but I wanted to show my love and appreciation publicly,” the "SHAKE SUMN" rapper began. “Bruh, I tell you all the time, words can’t express how much I appreciate the relationship I got with you. Since the day I met you, you done gave me a lifetime worth of game and motivation. Put your arm around a n**ga at one of my lowest points, treated anything of mines like it was yours, treated anybody attached to me like family. Showed me how to navigate through the bulls**t the RIGHT way!”DaBaby continued, “REAL N**GA.. with PLENTY sense. Don’t take yourself lightly, bruh, you’re a walking BLESSING, and I know anybody with the pleasure of knowing you can vouch! If they don’t, f**k ’em and everybody that love ’em! [I] tell you once a month [that] you’re the last role model I got left! Keep dominating the [world]. I’m studying on a daily. Love for life bruh, see you soon!"https://www.instagram.com/p/CuXlPPDJqBz/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

DaBaby Shares Heartfelt Birthday Message To 50 Cent: 'You The Last Role Model I Got Left\"

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DJ Mike Medium sits down with Da Baby following his epic surprise performance. Baby, who came out during DJ Kast One's set, turned the energy with his new single "Shake Sumn'. When Mike Medium asked how the Jersey Club song came about, Baby revealed that he linked up with a producer straight of New Jersey and the two made the hit.Baby also revealed that he has an album coming soon. Following the performance he shares via Instagram, "much love to the good people of <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hot97/">@hot97</a> for sharing the stage w/ me & letting me set the building on [fire]. Special thanks to <a href="https://www.instagram.com/funkflex/">@funkflex</a> & <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tttorrez/">@tttorrez</a> for their never-ending support both front street and behind the scenes. To everybody enjoying themselves to the new music I appreciate y’all the most! THANK YOU!"Watch the full interview above.

DaBaby On Jersey Club Inspiration, New Project, + Performing At Summer Jam

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DaBaby wants to collaborate with Megan Thee Stallion again. It's no secret that DaBaby and Megan Thee Stallion has great work chemistry. The two collab'd on hit songs like "Cry Baby", "Nasty", and "Cash Sh*t." The two had a falling out after DaBaby seemingly dissed Megan on a song called ‘BoogeyMan’. In the song he raps, “You play with me that sh*t was childish/The day before she said that Tory Lanez shot her, I was f**kin on Megan Thee Stallion,” he rapped. “Waited to say that sh*t on my next album/Hit it the day before too/But I kept it player, I ain’t say nothing ’bout it.” https://youtu.be/l_HpGo8-AQs<a href="https://www.tmz.com/2023/04/20/dababy-megan-thee-stallion-tory-lanez-cry-baby-new-music/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">TMZ</a> caught up with Baby and asked if we can see a reconciliation with Meg in the future. He says "would I do a collab with Meg Thee Stallion? Absolutely,” he said. “Yeah, you know I’ll do a new song with ya.” When asked where they stand these days, he said, “We’re cooler than a fan baby.”https://youtu.be/7c1w0XBXy2s

DaBaby Says He's Open To Doing New Music With Megan Thee Stallion

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DaBaby is not here for the hearsay. It was <a href="https://www.xxlmag.com/dababy-tickets-buy-one-get-one-alabama-concert/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">reported</a> that his show in Birmingham, AL, was having a sell on tickets. The venue reportedly has a capacity of 1,300 people. Reports claim the tickets were buy one, get one free.https://www.instagram.com/p/CkrIV5gvBBB/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_linkFollowing the reports, DaBaby shared a video of his show in Boston where the crowd was going crazy for him. He captioned the video, "STOP IT" which a laughing emoji. "Tell em how we rocking Boston."https://www.instagram.com/reel/CksIzgyvrTQ/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_linkWe also shared a video of his fans lined up outside the venue, seemingly upset that they couldn't get in. "My young supporters outside MOBBING.." Baby writes. "love y’all back." https://www.instagram.com/reel/CkrtRTnMC3n/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link

DaBaby Seemingly Claps Back At Reports That His Concert Tickets Were B.O.G.O

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It’s always exciting when DaBaby drops by HOT 97! This morning (Oct. 25), DaBaby joined the crew of <a href="https://www.hot97.com/talent/ebro" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Ebro In The Morning</a> to talk about the world of drama surrounding the Charlotte-based rapper. In this interview, DaBaby talks about his controversy leading into <a href="https://www.hot97.com/hot-news/summer-jam-through-the-years-new-podcast-hot-97" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Summer Jam</a> 2021, as well as his involvement with <a href="https://www.hot97.com/hot-news/da-baby-is-trending-after-pictures-surface-of-him-on-set-of-new-video-with-tory-lanez" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Tory Lanez</a> and <a href="https://www.hot97.com/hot-news/megan-thee-stallion-unfollows-dababy-on-instagram-seemingly-after-his-new-single-with-tory-lanez" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Megan Thee Stallion</a>. He also talks about keeping his composure despite dealing with the pressure of the streets and superstardom, as well as rumors coming from Akademiks that he was being blackballed on streaming platforms which resulted in <a href="https://www.hot97.com/hot-news/dababy-responds-to-claims-that-he-has-low-album-sales-because-hes-blackballed" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">alleged</a> low streaming numbers.DaBaby talks about everything from his Danileigh <a href="https://www.hot97.com/hot-news/dababys-baby-mother-meme-claps-back-after-dababy-and-danileighs-brother-got-into-a-scuffle" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">drama</a> to his come up. He shares stories about going to SXSW before his music blew up and about playing shows to 15 people. He also speaks about reports that a show had to get cancelled after only <a href="https://www.hot97.com/hot-news/dababys-concert-cancelled-after-reportedly-less-than-500-tickets-sold" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">selling 500 tickets. </a>DaBaby has come a long way since infiltrating SXSW to get noticed.The budding superstar explains that he drops new albums every six months and intends to stay on that grind. The Cleveland, Ohio native will be performing at Irving Plaza on November 3 as part of his <a href="https://www.officialdababy.com/tour/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">nationwide tour</a>. His latest project, Baby On Baby 2 is <a href="https://music.apple.com/us/album/baby-on-baby-2/1646164342" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">streaming now. </a>Hear all that and more on Ebro In The Morning!

DaBaby On Megan Thee Stallion Controversy, Danileigh, Akademiks, Therapy + New Music

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DaBaby responds to online speculation that as a result of being blackballed, his album has low sales.It was reported that new DaBaby's album Baby on Baby 2 is projected to sale 16K in its first week. Social media argues that the sales are arguably low considering his last project, Blame It on Baby back in 2021 pushed 124,000 units and debuted at No. 1.The rapper shared a screenshot of his projected album sales and says, "not bad for da blackballed Baby," he wrote. Meek Mill also chimed in and suggested, "they blatantly black balling da baby," Meek posted. "Not my business but ima observer." Boosie also shared his opinion via Twitter. "Ain’t no way my nigga <a href="https://twitter.com/DaBabyDaBaby">@DaBabyDaBaby</a> supposed to sell 16k after selling almost 150k his last first week he one of the BIGGEST n this sh*t I DONT KNOW WHATS GOING ON BUT SOMETHING IS DEFINITELY GOING ON.."https://twitter.com/BOOSIEOFFICIAL/status/1575582583437787136?s=20&t=h-Fk2d0s3hkuf41K6uMXJw

DaBaby Responds To Claims That He Has Low Album Sales Because He's Blackballed

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Megan Thee Stallion seemingly responds to DaBaby claiming he slept with her mutplie times.We previously reported that DaBaby released a new song titled 'BoogeyMan'. In the song he raps, “You play with me that sh*t was childish/The day before she said that Tory Lanez shot her, I was f**kin on Megan Thee Stallion,” he rapped. “Waited to say that sh*t on my next album/Hit it the day before too/But I kept it player, I ain’t say nothing ’bout it.” Baby even name-dropped Megan’s beau, Pardison Fontaine in the track. “Had her pretty boy, boyfriend tweeting me, ready to die ’bout the b*tch like a coward/I told you ni**as don’t play, now you gone have to handle me/I poked the mutha**kin bear, I’m a animal.” https://youtu.be/l_HpGo8-AQsMegan Thee Stallion seemingly responded to those claims. While on stage, Megan sends a message about her body. She says, “so, look. I don’t know about y’all,” Megan began, "but I love my body. I do what I want to with my body, when I want to with my body, with who I want to with my body.” “Cause' it’s who?” she asked the crowd before answering, “My body…oh okay. If you love your body, let me hear you make some noise.” https://twitter.com/meganstallionbr/status/1574043272527450112?s=20&t=aMr2V1xeNIn5pnhCq7R2jQ

Megan Thee Stallion Seemingly Responds To DaBaby Claiming He Slept W/ Her Multiple Times

DaBaby released a new single for his new single, 'BoogeyMan.'In the video, DaBaby featured a Megan Thee Stallion look alike.We <a href="https://www.hot97.com/hot-news/megan-thee-stallion-seemingly-responds-to-dababy-claiming-he-slept-w-her-multiple-times" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">previously reported </a>that DaBaby released a new song titled ‘BoogeyMan’. In the song he raps, “You play with me that sh*t was childish/The day before she said that Tory Lanez shot her, I was f**kin on Megan Thee Stallion,” he rapped. “Waited to say that sh*t on my next album/Hit it the day before too/But I kept it player, I ain’t say nothing ’bout it.” Baby even name-dropped Megan’s beau, Pardison Fontaine in the track. “Had her pretty boy, boyfriend tweeting me, ready to die ’bout the b*tch like a coward/I told you ni**as don’t play, now you gone have to handle me/I poked the mutha**kin bear, I’m a animal.” Megan Thee Stallion seemingly responded to those claims. While on stage, Megan sends a message about her body. She says, “so, look. I don’t know about y’all,” Megan began, “but I love my body. I do what I want to with my body, when I want to with my body, with who I want to with my body.” “Cause’ it’s who?” she asked the crowd before answering, “My body…oh okay. If you love your body, let me hear you make some noise.” Take a look at the video below.https://youtu.be/JrP9gocWJJw

DaBaby Uses Megan Thee Stallion Looking Alike In New Video After Claiming They Slept Together

DaBaby is trending online after he spills the beans in his new song "Boogeyman."DaBaby claims that he and Megan Thee Stallion have had sexual relations multiple times, even the night before the Tory Lanez incident. In the song, Baby raps, "You play with me that sh*t was childish/The day before she said that Tory Lanez shot her, I was f**kin on Megan Thee Stallion," he rapped. "Waited to say that sh*t on my next album/Hit it the day before too/But I kept it player, I ain't say nothing ’bout it." Megan and Baby had what fans liked to call a "work husband/work wife" type of relationship. Their chemistry together on a track was undeniable. It wasn't until Baby was featured on Tory Lanez' single 'SKAT' which made everyone including Megan feel like he was chosen sides. Following the social media back and forth, Baby unfollowed Meg on Instagram. Baby even name-dropped Megan's beau, Pardison Fontaine in the track. "Had her pretty boy, boyfriend tweeting me, ready to die ’bout the b*tch like a coward/I told you ni**as don't play, now you gone have to handle me/I poked the mutha**kin bear, I'm a animal." https://youtu.be/l_HpGo8-AQsCheck out social media's reaction below.https://twitter.com/jvandybby/status/1573325210031366147?s=20&t=7UZuJZpQm9kwMpWlnTWCGAhttps://twitter.com/pradamadearchie/status/1573324791808917505?s=20&t=7UZuJZpQm9kwMpWlnTWCGAhttps://twitter.com/FCKU_ImBhadd/status/1573324572287549440?s=20&t=7UZuJZpQm9kwMpWlnTWCGA

Social Media Reacts To DaBaby Claiming He Slept With Megan Thee Stallion Multiple Times

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DaBaby's <a href="https://www.nola.com/entertainment_life/music/article_ef40d246-2886-11ed-8706-9b180f319f12.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">New Orleans concert </a>was reportedly cancelled due to low ticket sales.According to reports, DaBaby was forced to cancel an upcoming concert in New Orleans due less than 500 tickets sold."Unfortunately, the Event Organizer has had to cancel your event. No action is required to obtain a refund. It will be processed to the original method of payment used at time of purchase, once funds are received from the Event Organizer, which is usually completed within 30 days," reads the Ticketmaster website."If the Event Organizer is offering a credit option, it will be visible within the Event Details of your order, which can be found in your Ticketmaster account. Please Note: If the tickets were transferred to you, the refund will go to the fan who originally purchased the tickets from Ticketmaster."DaBaby has yet to respond to canceled concert- but he did seemingly have a good time over the weekend, hanging with his OG, 50 Cent. "This man <a href="https://www.instagram.com/50cent/">@50cent</a> done outdid himself again w/ this TYCOON weekend sh*t. The man don’t miss! I’m taking my a*s home bruh appreciate the invite & all the unconditional love. Im still dat young nigga all the OGs love.."https://www.instagram.com/p/Ch2WhM6LA6h/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link

DaBaby's Concert Cancelled After Reportedly Less Than 500 Tickets Sold

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<h2>Texas Mass Shooting:</h2>Our hearts and prayers are with the families of those who lost lives in the horrible <a href="https://www.cnn.com/2022/05/27/us/uvalde-shooting-police-response-timeline/index.html">Texas mass shooting</a> at an elementary school on May 24. 21 people killed. Another 17 people were <a href="https://www.hot97.com/hip-hop-news/hot-news/texas-mass-shooter-reportedly-shared-his-plans-on-facebook-before-school-shooting/">wounded,</a> including three police officers. The gunman was 18-year-old <a href="https://nypost.com/2022/05/27/salvador-ramos-mom-asks-for-forgiveness/">Salvador Ramos,</a> and he entered the school dressed in all black, carrying an assault rifle. A <a href="https://apnews.com/article/uvalde-texas-school-shooting-44a7cfb990feaa6ffe482483df6e4683">report</a> from the associated press says the massacre lasted 40 minutes, and border patrol agents killed the gunman. This was the second deadliest school shooting in U.S. history since the <a href="https://www.cbsnews.com/news/sandy-hook-shooting-the-unprecedented-73m-settlement-with-gunmaker-remington/">Sandy Hook shooting</a> a decade ago.<h2>Gunna and Young Thug:</h2>Gunna will remain behind bars after a Georgia<a href="https://youtu.be/cLBWCGAH_Xk"> judge</a> refused a <a href="https://www.ajc.com/news/crime/atlanta-rappers-young-thug-gunna-will-remain-in-jail-for-now/3TI5B7AM2BGT3MKG6YFSPFBUEE/">pre-trial release</a> for him following his indictment. Gunna was denied bond, his trial date is set for January 2023. As far as Young Thug, a judge didn’t rule yet on him getting released on bond and will decide on <a href="https://www.fox5atlanta.com/news/young-thug-court-appearance-rico-charges-arrest">June 2</a>.<h2>Dave Chappelle Attacker:</h2>The man who attacked Dave Chappelle last month, 23-year-old Isiah Lee, recently had a court appearance for an attempted <a href="https://nypost.com/2022/05/23/chappelle-attacker-says-he-was-inspired-by-will-smiths-slap/">murder charge f</a>or allegedly stabbing his roommate back in December. He did a jailhouse interview with the N.Y. post and spoke on what prompted him to run up on Dave at the Hollywood Bowl. He said he was triggered by Dave’s transgender jokes. As a result of his attack on Dave, he’s <a class="editor-rtfLink" href="https://nypost.com/2022/05/06/alleged-dave-chappelle-attacker-isaiah-lee-pleads-not-guilty/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">facing four misdemeanor </a>charges, and he pled not guilty.<h2>Will Smith + Bad Boys?</h2>Will Smith appeared on the Netflix interview series “<a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-10846535/Will-Smith-hallucinated-career-destroyed-interview-shock-Oscars-slap.html">My Next Guest Needs No Introduction</a>” and said he had a vision of losing money & career before the Oscars slap. Following Oscar’s slap, several of his movies and tv shows got put on hold. Some shows like his comedy series, This Joka, claim the slap had nothing to do with stopping production. Sony Chairman, Tom Rothman denied the rumor that <a href="https://collider.com/bad-boys-4-still-happening-sony-tom-rothman/">Bad Boy's 4</a> production was put on hold and said it's still a go.<h2>DaniLeigh on Pregnancy Rumors:</h2>A picture of DaniLeigh went viral a few weeks ago, and online users speculated that she’s pregnant again with another child from DaBaby. They welcomed their first child, a baby girl, last year in August, and according to Dani, there isn’t another one on the way. Dani responded, “I’m seeing I’m pregnant everywhere , no I am not … Yall coming for my lil belly pouch that’s so mean lol I’m tryna lose it ok.” She posted some<a href="https://www.hot97.com/hip-hop-news/hot-news/danileigh-posts-sexy-pictures-shut-down-rumors-of-having-another-child-w-dababy/"> sexy pictures</a> to shut the haters up.<h2>Mike Tyson Speaks on Unruly JetBlue Passenger:</h2><a href="https://www.hot97.com/hip-hop-news/hot-news/the-wrap-up-loreal-luchi/">Mike Tyson</a> broke his silence about the unruly jet blue passenger he had to put his hands on last month. During an <a href="https://www.hot97.com/hip-hop-news/hot-news/ray-j-says-hes-ready-to-be-friends-kanye-west-following-divorce-rumors-its-all-love/">episode</a> of his podcast, <a href="https://bleacherreport.com/articles/10036555-mike-tyson-breaks-silence-about-punching-man-on-airplane-he-was-f--king-with-me">Hotboxin with Mike Tyson,</a> the boxing legend said the man was provoking him. Mike said, “<a href="https://www.hot97.com/hip-hop-news/hot-news/mike-tyson-breaks-silence-on-unruly-passenger-he-was-fcking-with-me/">He was f*cking with me</a>, man.” Mike went on to say that he shouldn’t fly commercial, and his wife agreed. She wants him to fly private.<h2>RIP Ray Liotta:</h2>So heartbreaking, 67-year-old actor <a href="https://www.hot97.com/hip-hop-news/hot-news/rip-actor-ray-liotta-passes-away-at-67/">Ray Liotta</a>, Goodfellas star, passed away. Reports say he died in his sleep while in the Dominican Republic, shooting the film, Dangerous Waters. His cause of death hasn’t been revealed; our thoughts are with his family at this time.