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Pop Culture Funny Marco Trolls Blueface Over Jaidyn Alexis' "Barbie (Remix)" During his "Open Thoughts" episode, Blue was offended by the host's inability to name three of his songs. By Hayley Hynes January 03, 2024
Music Drake & J. Cole Fan Creates Amazing "Step Brothers" T-Shirt To Signify The Rappers' Bromance What makes this funnier is that Drake has lots of love for "Step Brothers" star Will Ferrell. By Zachary Horvath March 11, 2024
Music Paramount+ Announces "MIXTAPE" Documentary With Lil Wayne, A$AP Rocky & More The streaming service is offering a unique perspective for hip-hop's 50th anniversary year. By Gabriel Bras Nevares July 13, 2023
Music Joe Budden Shares A Teaser For New Nicki Minaj Interview It's yet another high-profile interview for Nicki following her new album. By Lavender Alexandria December 19, 2023
Music Rap Game's Freddy Krueger: Hip-Hop's Many References To The "Nightmare On Elm Street" Villain From The Fat Boys to Offset, there have been a number of famed hip-hop acts who've paid homage to Freddy Krueger. By Paul Barnes October 16, 2023
Original Content Janelle Monáe’s Best Rap-Centered Songs Janelle Monáe's mis known for being multi-talented, and we're looking at her best rapped verses. By Paul Barnes May 03, 2023
Music Julia Fox Criticizes Diddy After He Releases Assault Video Apology The actress has no empathy for Diddy. By Elias Andrews May 20, 2024
Music Lizzo Supports PlaqueBoyMax After OjaySuave Streamer University Confrontation A difficult moment at Streamer University turned into a lesson in self-worth after Lizzo sat down with PlaqueBoyMax. By Erika Marie July 20, 2026
Politics Kanye West's Presidential Campaign Financial Disclosures Rejected By Federal Ethics Agency: Report The agency apparently did not approve the form because he failed to list his ex-wife Kim Kardashian's assets, which is unusual. By Madusa S. April 20, 2021
Music Don Cheadle Reveals Kendrick Lamar Declined Role In His Miles Davis Biopic According to Don Cheadle, Kendrick Lamar was busy working on "To Pimp A Butterfly." By Caroline Fisher October 04, 2024
Music Madonna On Aretha Franklin Tribute Backlash: People "Are So Quick To Judge" Madonna clarifies her speech on Aretha Franklin. By Chantilly Post August 21, 2018
Music New Development Suggests Kanye West's "Bully" Is Dropping Sooner Than You Think Kanye West is currently working on a new album called "Bully," and some recent updates have fans feeling intrigued. By Alexander Cole March 10, 2026