Release Date: February 27, 2026

Genre: Hip-Hop/Rap

Tracklist for big country

1. perfect
2. me & you with SoFaygo
3. let me know with ApolloRed1
4. i don’t mind
5. what about us
6. ily
7. let it pour
8. pistol
9. lookin back
10. 200
11. say dat
12. rich rapport
13. miss you too with Lelo
14. how can i
15. keep steady – bonus

Leading up to the release of sosocamo’s big country, he dropped two lead singles. They include “200” (Nov. 7, 2025) and “say dat” (Dec. 12, 2025). “let me know” with ApolloRed1, “me & you” with SoFaygo, and “miss you too” with Lelo also dropped ahead of release day on February 26.

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According to Rolling Stone, Saxon took the stand on Wednesday (February 25). He claimed that Kanye forced him to live at the property around the clock to fulfill a security role he didn’t originally sign up for. The contractor claimed that Ye woke him up twice without warning in the middle of the night.

Jurors saw pictures of Saxon’s living conditions, which were a small mattress on the floor next to bottled water and Ensure protein drinks. While he said he had a cordial and friendly relationship with the Chicago artist, he said the Yeezy mogul put a lot of pressure and subjected him to unfair working conditions.

Tony Saxon also showed text message exchanges between him and Kanye West, who denies these allegations. He and his legal team instead accused Saxon of sabotaging the project, avoiding being exposed for not having a license, and failing to meet Ye’s demands for the demolition of his Malibu mansion and its reconstruction.

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Will Kanye West Testify During His Trial?

“Since you’re going to be there so much, running shifts, you should be the security,” Kanye West allegedly ordered Tony Saxon. “Stay here now. You can’t leave.”

Ye’s legal team claims that Saxon worked as an independent contractor, not an employee. On the other hand, Saxon claims the low-key nature of the project was due to Kanye not having permits, not his alleged lack of a license. He also pointed to a back injury he sustained during work on the property, with the defense arguing that no medical record exists proving this. Tony Saxon’s lawyer Ron Zambrano admitted his client didn’t seek treatment.

Kanye West is also set to testify here, along with his wife Bianca Censori. Censori was allegedly the one to reach out to Saxon. His lawsuit also claims retaliation. The contractor told Rolling Stone a few years ago that Ye called him a “Clinton” and a “Kardashian” for not doing what Ye asked him to do.

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42-year-old Joyce, an Army veteran, reportedly fought with Filthe Rich on social media. This led to a fatal shooting on a Lynn Avenue porch. Joyce shot at Brown, whom succumbed to his injuries in a hospital.

Per court testimony, in the days leading up to the murder, Joyce and Brown fought online via Instagram. The former commented “I’ll be up there in a few minutes” under the latter’s video published a day before the shooting. Joyce reportedly left a laughing emoji under Brown’s post detailing his problems, which led Brown to question their bond and accuse Joyce of betraying him. One of these examples is how Joyce allegedly refused to help Brown get his stuff back after a home burglary by someone Joyce knew.

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How Did Bomm Sheltuh Help J. Cole?

Carlos Brown, better known as Filthe Rich, was one half of the Fayetteville rap duo Bomm Sheltuh alongside Brion Unger, better known as Nervous Reck. Unger testified as a witness for the prosecution in Joshua Joyce’s trial. “Filthe was definitely not a violent person at all,” he reportedly told The Fayetteville Observer. “Given the environment he grew up in, he probably had every reason to be that type of person. But he never was.”

Brown was reportedly in financial disarray at the time of his death. He lived in his car after the aforementioned burglary left him homeless. Filthe Rich’s Bomm Sheltuh partner said Brown was supposed to move into a Durham studio space and make new music together the week after he was killed.

J. Cole has credited Bomm Sheltuh in the past for opening doors for him as an MC and really kicking his career off. They invited him when he was 14 to perform at open mic sessions. Cole even made his debut on-wax appearance on their Fayettenam Bommuhs compilation.

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In a clip caught by joebuddenclips/fanpage on Twitter, he advised Caresha to “hit the Saweetie dash,” referring to escort allegations against her concerning European soccer players. Ak mostly dragged the California femcee and doubled down on his allegations, saying that the former City Girl won’t find her $100 million man “on UPROXX or The Shade Room.”

From there, DJ Akademiks brought up Yung Miami’s controversial relationship with Sean “Diddy” Combs from a few years ago. He suggested she should get back with the Bad Boy mogul if she wants that kind of money. Of course, Combs remains behind bars on federal charges of transporting individuals across state lines for the purposes of prostitution.

“Ain’t nobody stupid enough to give some ghetto chick out of Miami a $100 million lifestyle,” the commentator argued. “Get some etiquette class and go over to Europe or go to Dubai… She can find $100 million, but Caresha’s still on some ratchet s**t… You got to go to F1 racing events [and] yacht week south of France…”

Then, Ak expressed his beliefs in two paths of messing around: the “hopeless romantics” (which he doesn’t attribute Caresha to, referencing Cassie instead) and the people who are just in it for the lifestyle. Finally, he claimed jealousy among Diddy’s partners over their alleged “freak-off” participation.

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Yung Miami & Diddy’s Relationship

Considering Yung Miami and DJ Akademiks’ previous clashes, we’ll see if she responds. She previously dropped a diss track against him for criticizing her music and her personal life, although things died down a lot since then.

Yung Miami and Diddy dated on and off in an open relationship from 2021 to 2023, with his sexual misconduct scandal marking an end for them. She denied any involvement in his allegations and has since kept her distance.

Elsewhere, the “Tea Time” lyricist is focusing on her new music and business endeavors. Maybe she doesn’t pay this any mind, as many folks are criticizing Ak’s perspective on her behalf. We’ll see if Yung Miami finds her $100 million man one day.

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Release Date: February 27, 2026

Genre: Hip-Hop

Tracklist of Out On Bond Again

1. Out On Bond Again
2. BARKIN’
3. 2026
4. JJ
5. 911 (with Rio Da Yung Og)
6. USA
7. Tell Me
8. Geek Time (with 1900Rugrat)
9. Curtis Granderson
10. Goldeneye
11. iCarly (with BLP KOSHER)
12. Carhartt (with Jorjiana)
13. Offset
14. SAY NO TO DRUGS
15. Rice St (with Scatz)
16. Wondering
17. IDK?

BabyTron’s single for Out On Bond Again was “Carhartt” with Jorjiana.

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Gina and Miami had beef when the embattled mogul began dating the latter. It seemed as if the former was trying to interfere with Miami’s relationship with him and it led to some petty and tense shots back and forth.

While that was some time ago, Gina is making it clear that there is still no love lost when it comes to her. “Yung Miami can suck my d*ck,” she boldly states in one of the clips from her stream. Fans tuning in asked her why there was any issues between them to begin with.

Interestingly, Gina Huynh says that she came for her first but is unsure what the problem is. “I wasn’t even thinking about her,” she adds.

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However, she does go into a bit more depth when it comes to why she’s got a problem with the Caresha Please host. Gina claims that she snitched on the Bad Boy CEO, contributing to his multi-year prison sentence. “She snitched on my man’s so I don’t f*ck with her,” she replied.

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When Is Diddy Getting Out Of Prison?

In contrast with Gina’s animosity towards Miami, she’s wishing for the best regarding her ex of reportedly five years. Some fans were fearing for her safety once the rapper gets out of prison, but she’s not worried in the slightest.

In fact, she hopes he can get out really soon. “I hope he gets out in a couple months,” Gina doubled down. She expressed this sentiment in a bail request letter to the judge during the trial last summer. “I am writing because I do not view Mr. Combs as a danger to me or to the community.” She also described Diddy as a changed man who she said at the time “has not been violent for many years” and “has been committed to being a father first.”

Ultimately, that didn’t go well as he was sentenced to 50 months, or four years and two months. He was found guilty on two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution. He’s currently serving his bid at a low security FCI in New Jersey called Fort Dix.

His projected release date is May 8, 2028, although he’s preparing to appeal the ruling on April 9, 2026. He was able to argue for a fast-tracked appeal. That process of doing so began to grow legs last October.

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Release Date: February 27, 2026

Genre: Hip-Hop

Album: N/A

Quotable Lyrics from Backyard Ball

NBA Street, no Metta World Peace
N****s bitchin from the bench
We gon pull em out they seat
Cook his ass*, hot grease
Clothes out, pop heat

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A photo of T.I.’s wife, Tiny, became ammunition. Their son, King Harris, entered the conversation to defend his mother. Then, when Tina Knowles shared a quiet gesture of support for Tiny, 50 escalated again, posting an unflattering image of Knowles and another meme targeting Solange. The backlash was quick. The women involved had nothing to do with the conflict, but they became targets.

The back-and-forth continues, with T.I. and his sons, King and Domani, dropping diss tracks at Fif. The mogul has yet to respond on wax, and many don’t believe he will.

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Verzuz, at its best, was never about personal humiliation. It was about catalogs and cultural moments meeting across eras and regions. It’s artists standing still long enough to let the records speak. If the question is whether 50 Cent should face T.I., or anyone else, the conversation has to return to the music. A Verzuz battle is not won on Instagram, but in 20 records.

What It Takes To Stand Across From 50

50 Cent enters the stage with one of the most concentrated commercial runs of the 2000s. Get Rich or Die Tryin’ alone would deliver a first half of Verzuz that is difficult to outmaneuver. “In Da Club” remains one of the most recognizable Rap singles of the last two decades. “21 Questions” expanded his reach into R&B radio. “Many Men” has become a record that feels heavier with each passing year. “P.I.M.P.” crossed markets globally. There are also “If I Can’t,” “What Up Gangsta,” “Back Down,” and “Patiently Waiting.”

Then, there is the G-Unit era. A Verzuz would have to include collaborations with The Game, like “Hate It or Love It” and “How We Do.” “Candy Shop,” featuring Olivia, would arrive in 2005 and dominate radio. In 2007, we received “Ayo Technology” with Justin Timberlake and Timbaland, as well as “I Get Money.” Fif had a stronghold in the streets and the clubs.

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Further, Verzuz loves a moment to surprise audiences with special guests. 50 could plausibly call on Eminem, Dr. Dre, or Lloyd Banks for G-Unit cuts. It seems like wishful thinking, but Fif’s network isn’t small, and the possibilities are endless. Whether we’ll ever see 50 Cent on the Verzuz stage remains a mystery. However, it hasn’t stopped fans and critics from debating who they want to see Fif go against—and who they believe has the catalog to battle.

1. T.I.: The Era Match

If Verzuz is about overlapping prominence, T.I. is the cleanest matchup. His commercial peak aligns almost perfectly with 50 Cent’s. While Fif was redefining New York’s radio presence, T.I. was solidifying Atlanta’s grip on the mid-2000s.

T.I.’s opening Verzuz stretch would not be light. “Rubber Band Man” and “24’s” established him early as a Southern force. “Bring Em Out” turned arena-ready bravado into a radio staple. “What You Know” anchored King, and “Top Back” was one of the defining singles of their era. “Live Your Life” featuring Rihanna became one of the biggest songs of 2008. “Whatever You Like” ruled Pop radio. “Dead and Gone,” featuring Justin Timberlake, expanded his range beyond swagger into reflection.

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There is also feature depth. T.I.’s collaborative run also includes Jeezy, Lil Wayne, Mary J. Blige, Jamie Foxx, Busta Rhymes, Kanye West, Jay-Z, Chris Brown, Cee Lo Green, Young Thug, Iggy Azalea, and Pharrell. Moreover, accolades support the case. T.I. wasn’t simply present in the mid-2000s. He was central.

2. Ja Rule: The Beef That Shaped An Era

Any serious conversation about a Verzuz opponent for 50 Cent eventually returns to Ja Rule. Not only because of the catalog, but because their ongoing rivalry has defined eras of their careers. The conflict dates back to the late 1990s and escalated publicly in the early 2000s. Diss records, radio interviews, and social media spats turned it into trolling campaigns.

When 50 released “Wanksta” and later “Back Down,” the attacks were direct and relentless. 50 continued to mock Ja in interviews, online, and in public appearances for years. The trolling has never fully stopped. Even as careers evolved, the tension remained active.

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Yet before that narrative calcified, Ja Rule dominated radio. “Always On Time,” featuring Ashanti, was unavoidable. He ran with “Put It On Me,” “Livin’ It Up,” and “Mesmerize.” There was also “I’m Real (Murder Remix)” with Jennifer Lopez. These records defined the early 2000s crossover sound. Ja understood hooks and melody at a time when Rap and R&B were blending aggressively on mainstream radio. His commercial peak preceded 50’s, and it was significant.

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3. The Game: West Coast History and Unfinished Business

Ja Rule may represent the early-2000s commercial rivalry, but The Game defines personal and historical fracture. Game was introduced to the mainstream through 50 Cent and G-Unit on tracks like “How We Do” and “Hate It or Love It,” both of which feature 50 himself and remain staples on playlists. Their professional relationship was never purely friendly. Tensions splintered G-Unit and ultimately reshaped both careers.

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What separates this Verzuz matchup from others is that Fif actually stated he was open to it in past interviews. When asked whom he might consider for a Verzuz battle, 50 openly mentioned Game as a possible opponent. Musically, the Game’s catalog would present a contrast to 50’s. Opening rounds might include “Hate It or Love It,” “How We Do,” “Dreams,” and “Wouldn’t Get Far.” These were records that achieved both chart success and critical attention.

Unlike some proposed matchups, this one would force both men to confront moments they built together and then splintered publicly. That is a unique take in a format built around remembering rather than resurrecting old disputes.

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4. Nas: Queens Legacy

On paper, Nas and 50 Cent represent different archetypes of New York Rap. One is rooted in lyrical architecture and musical longevity. The other is rooted in commercial dominance and cultural disruption. Yet, their relationship has not always been neutral.

In the early 2000s, as 50 ascended, he publicly dissed Nas on tracks like “Piggy Bank” and “Burying Bodies.” Nas responded cautiously at the time, choosing not to escalate the situation into a prolonged feud. Years later, Nas and 50 eventually appeared more aligned, sharing stages and industry spaces without hostility. Fif would go on to say he doesn’t have any beef with Nas, letting the world know the conflict had cooled. However, the early friction remains part of the narrative.

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Musically, the matchup would be less about aggression and more about contrast. Nas also enters with a catalog that spans decades. “If I Ruled the World” with Lauryn Hill, “Made You Look,” “Hate Me Now,” “One Mic,” and “Ether” would just be warm-ups. Nas could survive twenty rounds comfortably. Further, he has a network of collaborators who could shift the room, including Hit-Boy, DJ Premier, The Firm (AZ, Cormega, Foxy Brown), Fabolous, and more. A Verzuz with 50 would not feel combustible but reflective. Queens standing across from Queens, two different interpretations of power from the same borough.

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5. Busta Rhymes: Performance Versus Precision

If the battle shifts from rivalry to stage command, Busta Rhymes becomes a serious contender. Bussa Bus’s catalog dates back to the mid-1990s, but his early 2000s run overlaps enough with 50 Cent’s to make the matchup viable. What separates him is performance. Verzuz is not only about records but also about who controls the room.

Busta’s opening rounds could lean on “Put Your Hands Where My Eyes Could See,” “Break Ya Neck,” “Pass the Courvoisier,” and “Touch It.” These are high-energy records built for crowd response. Where 50’s presence is cool and controlled, Busta’s is explosive. That contrast would define the battle.

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There is also depth in collaboration. Busta’s feature run spans eras. He has worked with Janet Jackson, Mariah Carey, Chris Brown, and multiple generations of rappers. Surprise appearances are not unrealistic. Verzuz loves those moments of cross-era recognition. From a cultural standpoint, this matchup would feel celebratory rather than adversarial. It would highlight two very different approaches to overlapping eras. Busta Rhymes may not match 50 Cent’s peak album sales, but in a live format, he cannot be underestimated.

6. Rick Ross: Power & Prolonged Hostility

If Ja Rule represents early 2000s rivalry and The Game represents internal strain, Rick Ross represents a collision of egos. The beef between Ross and 50 Cent heightened in 2009 after 50 publicly questioned Ross’s authenticity, mentioning Rozay’s past employment as a corrections officer. What followed was a prolonged campaign of trolling. Fif released parody videos and personal family details shared online.

Ross matched Fif’s energy, firing off diss tracks and continuing the back-and-forth in interviews. The conflict lingered for years, occasionally resurfacing in indirect shots and online commentary. Amid 50 Cent’s feud with T.I.’s family, Ross asked King Harris to send him a shirt featuring a photo of Fif’s late mother.

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Now, if we lean away from the beef and focus on the music, Ross presents a compelling challenge. There’s “Hustlin’,” “B.M.F. (Blowin’ Money Fast),” and the classic, “Aston Martin Music.” We can’t forget “The Boss” and “Stay Schemin’.” His catalog leans into luxury street Rap, built on cinematic production.

Where 50 was concentrated in the mid-2000s, Ross’s peak extends slightly later, into the late 2000s and early 2010s. That gives him durability in later Verzuz rounds. His feature run is also substantial, with appearances alongside Drake, Meek Mill, Wale, Future, DJ Khaled, Chris Brown, and John Legend.

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Does 50 Cent Even Need a Verzuz?

At this point, the debate may be larger than the matchup. 50 Cent may have spent much of his career producing films and television, but his catalog remains intact. Verzuz rewards artists who are willing to pause and celebrate their records. It is built on Hip Hop history as much as competition. The format asks artists to stand inside their legacy and let the audience revisit it in real time.

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The matchups are compelling. T.I. brings era symmetry. Ja Rule carries history. The Game adds unresolved tension. Nas offers legacy contrast. Busta Rhymes brings performance power. Rick Ross carries ego and endurance.

Fifty has never struggled for attention. A Verzuz would move the focus back to the music, where his strongest work still holds. Whether he ever chooses that stage is less about capability and more about temperament. The catalog is ready. The culture is waiting.

Who would you want to see 50 Cent go against on Verzuz? And what 20 records would take the W?

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Per the outlet, an alleged source reportedly close to Davis said that Keefe’s lawyer Michael Pandullo believes Sean Combs would back up Keefe’s claims that his past confessions to orchestrating 2Pac’s death were all lies for the sake of “fame and fortune.”

“Duane has made his feelings clear,” the alleged source reportedly expressed. “If Diddy is a witness or makes a statement denying what he told cops, then that helps him hugely. Another factor is that this case will be a jury trial… And there is a suspicion that celebrities are often seen preferentially. So if Diddy backed up this story, it would help immensely.”

Keefe D’s referenced Diddy concerning Tupac murder allegations in the past, previously claiming Combs put a $1 million hit on ‘Pac. On the other hand, Diddy has repeatedly denied involvement in Tupac’s murder.

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When Is Keefe D’s Trial?

For those unaware, Keefe D’s trial for allegedly murdering Tupac Shakur will begin in August of this year, if everything goes according to the current schedule at press time. However, there’s a big chance that this could experience a delay to 2027, but we will see how the court actually develops the case in the next few months.

Keefe D has previously claimed that he organized the murder of ‘Pac as retaliation for the rapper, Suge Knight, and others attacking his nephew Orlando Anderson, and that money that Combs allegedly offered Keefe never made it to him after the hit. Authorities arrested Davis on murder charges from Las Vegas in September of 2023. The defense team wants Puff to contradict Davis’ previous claims, thus disproving his stories and arguing against the murder charges against him.

On the other hand, prosecutors are using his previous claims against him. We will see what side wins out.

Meanwhile, Diddy continues to deal with legal drama. The sexual misconduct scandal that landed him in prison continues to bleed into civil lawsuits, legal developments, and more accusations.

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Release Date: February 26, 2026

Genre: Hip-Hop/Rap

Album: N/A

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