Its cultural influence over the world cannot be understated. In fact, people from other countries are covering the song and are going to great lengths to do so. Unfortunately, sometimes these lengths look a lot like cultural appropriation.

Case in point, a South Korean Air Force soldier by the name of Corporal Eom Jun performed “Not Like Us” and “tv off” during KFN (Korean Forces Network)’s Troop Support Train.

As you can see below, some of the flourishes from Kendrick’s Super Bowl performance were present. Furthermore, the soldiers’ outfit was very much a case of appropriation.

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While some on social media were impressed with what they were seeing, others felt as though they were being played with. “They hate us but love everything our culture offers,” one person wrote. Others simply felt as though this is an example of “Not Like Us” becoming corny. One X user even posted the infamous photo of white people wearing “Not Like Us” shirts at the Pop Out.

Whatever you may think of the performance, there is no denying that it’s simply another example of just how global this song is. Diss tracks have become Billboard hits in the past, but “Not Like Us” is on a completely different level. So much so that it can be easy to forget that at its core, it is one of the most brutal diss tracks in hip-hop history.

Let us know what you thought of the performance, in the comments below.

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His tactics on the platform have certainly earned him lots of attention. Overall, the artist makes over $50K per week on the platform. More new fans continue to subscribe, and with more viewers comes more cash.

In fact, it appears as though Blueface is getting more brazen with what he is willing to say and admit while doing these streams. Last night, while streaming with Jaidyn Alexis, he made a truly baffling admission that is turning some heads.

As you will hear, he copped to putting peanut butter on his privates, and letting his dog lick it off. This happened many years ago, although his audience was still completely disgusted, and understandably so.

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Blueface Continues To Stream

This kind of thing should not be a surprise to those who have been familiar with the Kick attention economy. It has become clear that the creators over there will do and say anything for a bit of clout. Blueface, despite his pre-established fame, is no exception. Even if his story is true, there is no doubt that he is click farming here.

Streaming is the new wave for artists. It pays better than the music industry, and there is less pressure to deliver good art. Antics are simply more lucrative than being creative.

Given Blueface’s success on the Kick platform, it is doubtful that he will stop with these stories anytime soon. At the end of the day, this is what the attention economy demands.

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According to TMZ, some of the body cam footage from the arrest has been obtained. In this body cam footage, Dex and the officer seemed to have a good rapport. They fist-bumped numerous times throughout the video. Furthermore, Dex had the cop impressed when he said he was performing at MGM Grand Garden Arena that night.

Interestingly, at one point in the video, Famous Dex even says that he was going to be performing with Future and Playboi Carti. As TMZ points out, this was not close to the truth. Carti was performing in Ireland, and Future did not have a scheduled concert.

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Famous Dex Name Drops Famous Rappers

As it pertains to the actual arrest, Dex was adamant with the officer that he did nothing wrong. He claims they never fought and that he never got physical. Dex also asked if he could go back to their hotel room to fetch some laptops and other belongings.

The police have alleged that Dex scratched and poked Rodriguez the day before his arrest. One day prior to that, Rodriguez accused Famous Dex of giving her a black eye and a busted lip after punching her in the face.

These are extremely serious accusations that Dex continues to deny. This is an ongoing legal case, and there have been few updates since the initial arrest and the subsequent body cam footage.

Stay tuned to HNHH for all of the latest news and updates.

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Subsequently, Steel went to work on the Diddy trial. While Diddy was convicted of transportation for prostitution, he was acquitted on the sex trafficking and racketeering charges. This led to a 50-month sentence, with Diddy expected to come home in 2028.

Now, Steel is back in the courtroom, this time for the Lil Durk trial. The defense lawyer has been engaging in cross-examinations of people like OTF Jam, who are testifying against Durk.

Steel’s inclusion in the case has led to quite a bit of fanfare. In fact, outside of the courthouse this week, some fans who were there in support of Durk told Steel that he is certified by YSL, OTF, and now, OVO.

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Brian Steel Heads To Court

While Steel has not done work for OVO, he has been mentioned by Drake on a few occasions. Of course, Drake even released a song called “Brian Steel” back in 2025. It just goes to show that Steel is becoming a cultural icon, in many respects.

Furthermore, it appears as though Drake might be funding part of Steel’s legal bill in this Durk case. Earlier this week, it was revealed that Drizzy was spending upwards of $1 million on this case. Meanwhile, Kanye West was also contributing a few hundred thousand dollars.

Lil Durk’s trial is expected to wrap up shortly as the defense and prosecution look to make closing arguments. In fact, there is a chance the trial is wrapped up by the end of the week.

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However, Young Thug’s lawyer Brian Steel is part of Durk’s defense team, and has been a major player throughout the trial so far. Some have wondered whether or not Steel’s inclusion in the trial was Thugger’s doing. After all, Durk initially just had Drew Findling, but added Steel later on.

On X, Thug clarified some things this morning. Firstly, he made it clear that he thinks it is unfortunate that bloggers are speculating on how much money was contributed. He says the bigger story is Durk’s friend’s telling on him. Secondly, Thug said Steel would not be on Durk’s case without him.

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Young Thug Speaks Out

“N***a best friends on the stand saying he did serious shit “”lying”” and yall asking blogs who paid for lawyers lol if I didn’t say he was my brother my lawyer wouldn’t have even took the case,” Thug explained. “I sent Brian to get with him and take the case. Stop making me the bad guy and pray harder for him cause I am.”

These statements come amidst a difficult week for Lil Durk. OTF Jam, OTF Vonni, and Flacka have all taken the stand against Durk. Furthermore, closing statements are expected later today. This means a verdict could come sooner rather than later.

This is an ongoing story, so be sure to stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the music world.

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Osaka’s entrance piece was a gray, frayed hooded gown covered in newspaper clippings from her own career. Underneath, she wore a black tank top and skirt for the actual match. The custom look came from designers Tela D’Amore and Ev Bravado of Who Decides War.

She beat Anastasia Zakharova in straight sets to reach round 2. Osaka called the outfit her personal tribute to Iverson afterward. She said Nike pushed a basketball theme for this year’s collection, and she ran with it.

Iverson wasn’t just a random pick either. Osaka wore a shirt with his image on it before the tournament even started. She’s called him a trailblazer who reshaped how NBA players approach style entirely.

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Iverson’s influence on fashion has always stretched way past basketball. His cornrows, headbands, and baggy fits helped define an entire era of style. Also that crossover into hip-hop and streetwear culture never really faded. Iverson is still one of the most influential NBA players of all time, and he hasn’t been in the NBA for 16 years.

Osaka’s tribute leaned into that legacy instead of copying his uniform outright. The hooded gown nodded to his off-court sweats more than his jersey. It’s the kind of reference that lands with anyone who grew up watching him.

Iverson noticed too. He posted about Osaka’s outfit on Instagram not long after her match ended. He called it an honor and said he can’t wait to meet her.

Osaka’s Grand Slam entrances have become their own kind of tradition lately. She’s referenced her family, her Japanese heritage, and now the NBA. Each one comes with a story attached, and this one clearly connected.

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Album: Slime Language 3

Quotable Lyrics from Club Outside

Like why therе so many girls? They keep the vibe going
Love lil bro to death, but he ain’t right, I keep my eyes on him
Damn near fucked me for the whole night, she keep her eyes on it

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This one pulls from a Chris Paul player exclusive. Paul wore the original during his 2008-09 season with the Hornets. It never got a full retail release back then, staying locked away as a PE for years.

Black leather covers most of the upper here. Teal and yellow accents run through the midsole, heel, and straps. Those two colors tie directly back to the Hornets’ old team identity from that era.

Jordan Brand isn’t recreating the PE pair to the exact colorway either. Instead, it’s using that shoe as the inspiration. The finished retail version gets its own updated color balance and slightly cleaner branding.

The style code is JF9225-001. This marks a rare case where a PE colorway finally reaches wider release. CP3 fans have wanted this one for a while now, and it looks like Jordan Brand was paying attention.

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Air Jordan 8 “New Orleans Hornets”

Chris Paul’s connection to the Air Jordan 8 goes back further than most fans think. He wore the silhouette regularly during his early Hornets years. That was well before his own signature CP3 line ever existed.

The Hornets were still finding their identity as a franchise back then. Paul was the engine behind a smaller roster that punched above its weight against more established teams. PE pairs like this one became a small piece of that era’s story.

Player exclusives rarely make it to an actual release, no matter how popular they get among collectors. That’s part of what makes this drop stand out. Getting a shoe like this at retail, especially one this specific, is very rare.

The teal and yellow combination has aged well visually too. It reads as bold without feeling dated by today’s standards. That’s likely part of why Jordan Brand decided to revisit it now instead of letting it stay buried.

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The shoe is categorized under the style code DD0587-106. Jordan Brand kept the classic white, blue, and yellow color scheme intact. It’s the same look fans fell in love with back in 2000.

SNKRS is expected to be the main launch spot. Select retailers like Foot Locker, Finish Line, Hibbett, and Shiekh should also carry pairs. Adult, grade school, preschool, and toddler sizes are all confirmed.

The white leather upper stays true to the original build. Blue hits the tongue, heel tab, and outsole detailing. Yellow lace locks and lining round out the school-inspired palette. A translucent icy outsole finishes things off underfoot.

This “23” branding on the heel uses the standard retro font. The blue Jumpman logos return to the heel tabs too. That’s a small but important detail that fans will notice right away. 14 years is a long wait for this one.

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Air Jordan 5 “Laney”

The “Laney” name comes from Emsley A. Laney High School in Wilmington, North Carolina. That’s where Michael Jordan played before UNC and the NBA. His time there is part of basketball folklore, including the often-told story of him getting cut from varsity as a sophomore.

The white, blue, and yellow color story pulls straight from the school’s colors. Jordan Brand first used it on the Air Jordan 5 back in 2000. It wasn’t part of the model’s original launch colorways.

This shoe only came back once before, in 2013. That gap makes this drop feel bigger for longtime collectors. A blue-based flip also dropped in 2019, but this sticks to the OG look.

At $215, retail sits well above the $170 the 2013 pair carried. That’s roughly a 26% jump over 14 years. For a colorway with this much MJ history, that increase tracks with where Jordan pricing has landed lately.

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“My first 3, I was younger, running around in the street. It was different,” Savage explained. “Now, I’m in the house, I’m with the baby all night, making her bottles, changing her diapers. It’s kinda like a different bond type sh*t.”

Savage was already raising sons Kamari and Ashaad and daughter Rhian before his Rap career reached its current level. He has spoken about fatherhood before, including the tension between providing his children with opportunities and actually having enough time to be with them. During a 2024 Club Shay Shay interview, he admitted that his career sometimes left him feeling as if he was falling short as a parent because work kept him away from home. His comments to Davidson suggest that his newest child has given him a chance to experience some of the daily routines that were harder to maintain when he was younger.

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Years Of Keeping Their Romance Under Wraps

The newborn is Savage’s first child with Latto, who confirmed in May that she had given birth to a daughter after keeping much of the pregnancy private. Their relationship followed a similar pattern. Years of speculation preceded Latto publicly acknowledging their romance in 2025, and the pair have continued limiting how much of their family life appears online. Latto has said that keeping the relationship from becoming the center of her public identity was intentional, even after motherhood made some of that privacy harder to maintain.

Savage’s comments offer one of his more direct acknowledgments of how his life with Latto and their daughter differs from the period when he became a father to his older children. This time, he says, he has created a bond he did not experience in quite the same way before.

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