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Music Lauryn Hill Honors John Forté With Emotional Tribute Following His Passing Lauryn Hill writes a heartfelt message to her friend. By Tallie Spencer January 15, 2026
Original Content A Brief History Of The Chipmunk Vocal Sample Tracing the roots of the high-pitched, sped-up sample. By Sanibel Chai November 26, 2018
Music Mariah The Scientist & Kali Uchis Dazzle On Our New "R&B Season" Playlist Update Mariah The Scientist and Kali Uchis got support from Kehlani, Aaliyah, and Tank on our latest "R&B Season" update. By Gabriel Bras Nevares August 03, 2025
Music 7 Rappers Who Joined The Military A few notable rappers were once men in uniform. By Demi Phillips November 30, 2023
Original Content 2 Chainz Net Worth 2024: What Is The Rapper Worth? Dive into 2 Chainz's journey that led to his net worth in 2023. Explore his music, entrepreneurship, and philanthropic endeavors By Jake Skudder January 01, 2024
TV Bow Wow Net Worth 2023: What Is The Rap Icon Worth? Bow Wow has forged an impressive career in music, TV, and business. Explore his journey to success and beyond. By Jake Skudder July 10, 2023
Music Drake Continues To Build New Album Buzz As Fans Read Into "ICEMAN" Teases We already heard lots about Drake's next solo album from others, but he himself hasn't dropped "ICEMAN" details, if that's even the title. By Gabriel Bras Nevares May 24, 2025
Music Birdman's Brother Terrance "Gangsta" Williams Alleges NBA YoungBoy Won A Prison Fight NBA YoungBoy is currently in prison on fraud and gun charges, and is set to be released this summer if everything goes according to plan. By Gabriel Bras Nevares March 16, 2025
Music J. Cole Makes Fans’ Day With A FaceTime Call One J. Cole fan recently ran into the rapper at a Nike Store in Nashville, and decided to surprise his group chat. By Caroline Fisher February 18, 2026
Music Sexyy Red, BlocBoy JB & More Attend Tay Keith's Funeral In Memphis Friends and family came together yesterday (Tuesday, June 30) to celebrate the life and legacy of producer Tay Keith. By Gabriel Bras Nevares July 01, 2026
Music Bad Bunny Reveals Why He Refuses To Tour In The United States Bad Bunny will also be performing 30 shows in San Juan, Puerto Rico, for his "No Me Quiero Ir de Aquí" residency. By Cole Blake June 18, 2025
Music Kanye West Claims He Hates Kendrick Lamar's "Not Like Us" In Vicious Rant Kanye West did not want the attention to stray from him for too long, and decided to target both Playboi Carti and K. Dot's biggest single. By Elias Andrews March 18, 2025