Have you ever scrolled through Instagram and instantly burst into uncontrollable laughter? Raised your eyebrow? Scratched your head? Instantly smiled? Thought, "Damn. That's dope."? Stared at your phone? Did an instant repost? HNHH is sure you've answered yes to at least one of those questions.
Because so many people are out in the streets flexin' and doing it for the gram, hip hop artists included, it was only right that HNHH decided to bring a new feature, "28 Grams: Hip Hop Instagram Recap". Every Saturday, in this weekly feature HNHH will be presenting you with hip hop's most dope, weird, interesting, shocking and funny photos posted on Instagram from the mainstream to the underground to the independent.
This week's installment features Jay Z, Nas, Iggy Azalea, Teyana Taylor, Michael Jordan and more. Scroll through the gallery above to check out what caught our eyes.
Teyana Taylor (@teyanataylor)
The first lady of GOOD Music finally met her idol, Michael Jordan. Over the weekend, the rapper and singer sang the national anthem at the Jordan Brand Classic game and had a chance to meet the legendary basketball star afterward. On April 18, Teyana posted a photo of herself and MJ with a myriad of hashtags in regards to how overjoyed she was.
She also shared a few videos from her experience as well.
Nas (@nasnyc)
On April 21, the legendary rapper shared 3 photos of himself from Coachella, including one while performing with Lauryn Hill.
On April 23. Nasty Nas reposted a photo of himself with his brother Jungle.
Beyonce (@beyonce)
On April 20, Beyonce shared a photo of her husband Jay Z with Nas.
Nicki Minaj
Every week, Nicki Minaj continues to heat up the Gram with her natural look and sexy pictures. On April 24, she shared a photo of herself with the caption,"On my way in more [sic] McQueeb," referring to Alexander McQueen. Noticing her typo, afterward she posted a picture of her boobs and wrote,"U know wut I meant..."
On April 21, she posted a photo of herself in a cute black ensemble, with the caption, "Hey boyz"
Siya (@iamsiya)
On April 21, Brooklyn emcee Siya shared a few photos of herself with fellow rappers Diamond, Brianna Perry, Bia and Nyemiah Supreme while on set for their new upcoming Oxygen reality show, "Sisterhood of Hip Hop."
Iggy Azalea (@thenewclassic)
On Easter or 4/20, the Australian rapper shared an adorable photo of herself as a child. The "Fancy" rapper wrote,"Happy Easter. I always remember this Easter more than any other because I saved my chocolate eggs and my sister ate all hers in one day. Then later that week she secretly ate all mine and still denys it to this day. Haha."
On April 24, she posted a photo of herself performing in front of a marquee that read "Hotel Iggy".
T.I. (@troubleman31)
On April 25, the Hustle Gang rapper shared a photo of himself with Will Ferrell. He wrote, "Me & #WillFerrell on set #bangin Fa da $$$$ #GetHard#ShitsGonBeHilarious !!!!!!!!"
Wale (@wale)
Apparently, Wale felt like showing off his tattoos on April 23rd.
Katie Got Bandz (@katiegotbandz)
It looks like Katie Got Bandz is in the process of working with Wale. On April 20, the Chicago rapper shared a screenshot of a text conversation between her and the D.C. rapper, with the caption, "NEW MUSIC ALERT WITH @wale COMING SOON"
This week, Wale also mentioned the collaboration on Instagram. He posted Katie's Drillary Clinton II mixtape cover and said,"Look forward to hearin somethin from us #chicago manne"
YG (@yg)
On April 25, YG shared a photo of himself on stage in front of a massive crowd. The West Coast rapper wrote, "#Tuscon #mykrazylifeTOUR"
Jean Grae (@jeanniegrigio)
On April 24, the South African emcee had a chance to visit the office of Twitter. She posted a picture of herself holding up the famous Twitter Bird and wrote, "Gosh. It's so heavy holding up the weight of @twitter greatness all damn day. Thank you @jillwetzler, for hosting a #lunchwithjeannie at the @Twoffice "
Fabolous (@myfabolouslife)
On April 20, Fabo posted a photo of himself with his son. The Brooklyn rapper wrote, "Guns & Butter... That's what it's about son.#HappyEaster #PrinceJoso #KingLoso#TrueKingsRaiseNewKings"
On April 25, he shared a photo of himself in front of a painting of Michael Jackson. Fab wrote,"2 Jackson's... 2 Michael's... 2 Jordans #YoungOG"
Trina (@trinarockstarr)
On 420, Trina shared a photo of herself blowing smoke.
Danny Brown (@xdannybrownx)
On April 26, the Detroit rapper shared a photo of himself with fellow rapper Soulo. Danny wrote,"Wit my bruh bruh Soulo ... One of the smartest niggas I know and he inspires me to get better with this rap shit everytime I hear a verse from him .... He one of the best rappers in the world right now!!!"
Azealia Banks (@azealiabanks)
On April 20, the Harlem rapper posted a photo of herself in all white and wrote,"Skinny minny". The day after, Azealia shared a few photos of herself half naked in some type of plastic see through get up.
