Hip Hop

HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Alexi Rosenfeld / Getty Andrew Yang is either a breath of fresh air or another person with buckets of cash but way out of their political depth. With the race for the mayoral seat of New York City heating up, Yang enlists battle rap champion MC Jin for a campaign video

Happy Easter. Verzuz celebrates Easter Sunday with their special episode, The Isley Brothers vs Earth, Wind & Fire. Hosted by Steve Harvey and followed by an opening set by DJ D-Nice, the baddest bands in the land came together to celebrate their classic music with an epic performance. On Sunday, Isley Brothers Ronald and Ernie

A Rick Ross and Drake joint album could actually see the light of day. After rumors surfaced last month, Ross is addressing the prospect of a collaborative effort with Champagne Papi. Speaking with Atlanta’s Streetz 94.5, Rozay said a joint album remains on the table. “After our latest release, ‘Lemon Pepper Freestyle,’ we had that

HipHopWired Featured Video Source: YouTube / Revolt After more than two decades representing Harlem in Hip-Hop, Cam’ron’s illustrious career has seen enough drama to fill a book. So it made sense that Killa Cam’s highly anticipated interview on Nore’s Drink Champs podcast lasted more than three full hours. Though Cam didn’t partake in any alcohol

Count with F.A.B. Mistah F.A.B.’s flips through his paper in his new music video, “Count Me In”. Directed by Zach Hurth, the Oakland legend kicks it at his Dope Era studio with the crew and keeps his fingers constantly busy by counting his ends. Money is certainly ain’t a thing. [embedded content]

4.3.2021 News DMX is battling for his life following a drug overdose. According to TMZ, the 50-year-old rap icon was at his home when he suffered an overdose around 11 p.m. on Friday night (April 2). The overdose reportedly triggered a heart attack. He was rushed to a hospital in White Plains, New York and

HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Courtesy of Netflix / Netflix When it comes to Black samurai, heads may quickly think of the likes of the Wu-Tang Clan or Afro Samurai, but in a new anime Netflix is about to put us on to the legend of Yasuke, an actual Black samurai who lived in Japan during

Happy EasterGunn Day. Westside Gunn carries on tradition with his holiday drop “EasterGunn Day 4 Freestyle” featuring Mach-Hommy. Clocked in at over 9 minutes and opened with a sermon, the FLYGOD and the Dump God trade gritty bars over the Wu-Tang Clan’s “Hollow Bones” instrumental followed by some trash talking at the end. Boom bo

Lil Wayne is setting up shop on the West Coast. The Young Money boss has purchased a $15.4 million mansion in the celebrity enclave of Hidden Hills, about 30 minutes outside of Los Angeles. According to TMZ, the 12,135-square-foot modern farmhouse sits on 3.26 acres with 7 beds and 7.5 baths. Weezy’s brand new custom

HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Bloomberg / Getty It’s a beautiful morning in New York for many herb enthusiasts now that the state has finally legalized recreational marijuana.  State legislations and Governor Andrew Cuomo made it official on Wednesday, allowing some parts of the legislation to take effect immediately. The New York Times breaks down what’s

Prayers for X. DMX is fighting for his life after suffering a heart attack from a drug overdose. TMZ reports the incident occurred at his home on Friday (April 2) night. The 50-year-old rapper was rushed to a hospital in White Plains, New York where he was taken into the critical care unit. Sources say

Rod Wave almost ended up on Drake’s “Lemon Pepper Freestyle.” During an interview with Apple Music’s “The Plug Radio,” the “Rags2Riches” rapper revealed that he submitted a verse for the Rick Ross-assisted song, but ended up killing it. “I was supposed to be on [‘Lemon Pepper Freestyle’],” he said, “but I didn’t like how my

HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Joe Raedle / Getty Rep. Matt Gaetz is under heavy scrutiny as a Justice Department investigation has uncovered a link between a disgraced politician and the Florida congressman. A new report revealed that former Seminole County tax collector Joel Greenberg paid women for sexual favors and introduced them to Gaetz, who

M-O-B Mo3 links with Foogiano for thelatest single off his upcoming posthumous project, Shottaz 4 Eva dropping April 9. Produced by Rob Stoval, Foogiano and Mo3 intertwine their charismatic flows and turn out the trap with their menacing and unapologetic raps. “Mob” follows the late rapper’s previous release “Outside” with OG Bobby Billions. [embedded content]

1 hour ago News It’s not summer yet, but Chris Brown is ready to drop a heater. On Friday, the R&B superstar revealed that he and H.E.R. have teamed up for another collaboration, and even went as far as to declare it the “song of the summer.” “Me and @hermusicofficial have the song of the summer,”

HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Theo Wargo / Getty Bruno Mars and silky smooth dance moves are coming to Fortnite. Epic Games announced Silk Sonic crooner’s dance skills would be coming to the game as an Icon Series Emote. Bruno Mars shared the news with a post on his Instagram account featuring the singer, masked-up,  dancing

Luca too shiesty. Kevin Gates is “Back In Blood” with his brand new freestyle. Over Pooh Shiesty and Lil Durk’s collaboration, the General adds his mafia material to the track, where he references his street ethics, lavishing lifestyle, and his savagery sexcapades. In February, Kevin Gates released his latest project, Only The Generals Pt. 2.

Iggy Azalea is back. On “Sip It,” her first release in eight months, the new mom reunites with her “Kream” collaborator Tyga. The provocative slapper, produced by OG Parker (Drake, Migos), finds Iggy bringing all the boys to the yard. “Rappers in my phone, in my DM, won’t leave me alone / Boys on my

HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Carmen Mandato / Getty While Deshaun Watson might be going through his darkest time ever there might be some light ahead. Over a dozen women who have provided massages to him in the past say he was a class act. As spotted on TMZ the football star is now getting support via

Kane’s the man. Freddie Gibbs is calling the shots on his new record, “Big Boss Rabbit”. Opened with a soundbite from Iron Mike Tyson, Freddie Kane counts his wins and taunts his adversaries while switching up the flows. The Swaggyono-produced track samples Nas’ 2001’s “You’re Da Man”. Along with the release, the accompanying video finds