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Business As Usual – Album by Le$

Gabriel Bras Nevares — Fri, 27 Feb 2026 15:54:30 +0000

Houston’s own Le$ knows how to balance easy-riding rhythms and flows with some more lyrically engaging performances. For him, that’s always Business As Usual. The Texas MC’s new album is yet another example of that, bolstered by some particularly bright sample work and a brief yet consistent nine-cut tracklist with a lot of personality within. It’s a very mellow and pleasant listen, prioritizing catchiness, lush production mixes, and measured paces to intoxicate the listener. Le$ always deserves more flowers than he tends to get in hip-hop, but it’s also clear that this low-key consistency is what makes him a beloved name in the game. Hopefully the prolific artist has even more feel-good rap music to share soon.

Release Date: February 24, 2026

Genre: Hip-Hop

Tracklist of Business As Usual

State of Grace
Naveran
Dinner Convo
Realization
300zx
Let’s Ride
Selective
All i need
Balance

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California Supreme Court Decides If They Will Uphold Tory Lanez’s Conviction

Gabriel Bras Nevares — Fri, 27 Feb 2026 15:41:46 +0000

Tory Lanez and his legal team allegedly reacted to some conspiracy theories that DJ Vlad mocked about his Megan Thee Stallion shooting case. That was earlier this month, but that made some folks forget about his actual appeal efforts to overturn his conviction and void his prison sentence. Sadly for Lanez, he’s not finding success in this area.

As reported by KESQ 3, on Wednesday (February 25), the California Supreme Court rejected a petition from his defense team asking them to review the case. Last November, a three-justice panel from the state’s Second District Court of Appeals argued that there was “more than sufficient [evidence] to support the jury’s finding that [Lanez] personally inflicted great bodily injury on” Megan. This was despite his legal team’s claims that the trial experienced various errors and that supposed new evidence allegedly proved otherwise.

We will see if the Canadian artist and his lawyers continue to seek change via the appeals process. They have not slowed down thus far, but each new attempt falls to the wayside. Some of these arguments concern alleged procedural mistakes during the trial, whereas others accuse evidence of being either insufficient, misleading, or exploited.

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When Did Tory Lanez Go To Jail?

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For those unaware, Tory Lanez’s Megan Thee Stallion shooting case stems from a shooting incident in July of 2020, when he shot her after a Hollywood Hills party. Authorities took him into jail custody following his conviction in December of 2022, which followed a house arrest stint, bail-outs, and other legal matters.

In August of the following year, Lanez received his ten-year prison sentence for the shooting. His parole eligibility reportedly opens in September of 2029, with a current expected release date of around 2033 given the sentence and other factors. The Brampton singer and rapper is currently behind bars at the California Men’s Colony facility in San Luis Obispo.

However, not all of Tory Lanez’s updates are legal. He and his music continue to make waves in the discourse, such as Hitmaka’s recent claims that they originally wrote Wiz Khalifa’s “See You Again.” That was ironic considering how Tory had called the producer out days before that old clip went viral again.

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Watch Me Now! – Song by Ndotz & NLE Choppa

Alexander Cole — Fri, 27 Feb 2026 15:40:48 +0000

Ndotz’s song “Watch Me Now!” has become a huge hit over the past month or so, and it has led to quite a few remixes. The latest remix features none other than NLE Choppa. Over the past few years, Choppa has proven to be the guy you call when you need an energetic rap feature on a remix. With this song, that is exactly what NLE provides. Overall, these two have some decent chemistry, and it makes for a fun track. If you are a fan of the original “Watch Me Now!” then this is a song you will have to listen to today.

Release Date: February 27, 2026

Genre: Hip-Hop

Album: N/A

Quotable Lyrics from Watch Me Now!

Take you home and put me cocky in your ride now
Just come around, I’ll give you rounds until you sign out
I make you squirt, I make you scream, I make gelato
I be your Cupid, I don’t need a bow and arrow

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Arabic Audemar – Song by Quando Rondo

Alexander Cole — Fri, 27 Feb 2026 15:29:10 +0000

Quando Rondo has had a high hit rate over the past few years. He is an artist who takes his melodic sensibilities and crafts hits. With his newest song, “Arabic Audemar,” that is exactly what he is doing, all over again. Overall, this is a song that fans should expect from Quando Rondo. He is not reinventing the wheel, but he is also staying true to his sound. It is a song that is going to get some plays because it just very simply sounds good. Hopefully, we get to hear more from Quando Rondo, very soon.

Release Date: February 27, 2026

Genre: Hip-Hop

Album: N/A

Quotable Lyrics from Arabic Audemar

Lay in the bed with a TEC ’cause on my head, it’s a check
I’m sippin’ Rémy, ease them problems like, “What’s comin’ next?” (Woah)
Once in a life, you my bitch, and after that, you my ex
This for my partner posted on high-end tryna get him some racks (Woah)

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Keychain – Song by Aespa & Anderson .Paak

Alexander Cole — Fri, 27 Feb 2026 15:13:53 +0000

K-POPS is a new film that is going to be coming out soon, and there is going to be a major soundtrack for this movie. The latest song to drop from it is called “Keychain,” and as it turns out, it is a collaboration from Aespa and Anderson .Paak. Hip-Hop fans might enjoy this song due to Anderson’s contributions. However, it is pretty clear that this is one of those songs that is trying to make a statement with its pop sensibilities. This is not going to be for everyone, and the song is already aware of that. Having said that, there is quite a bit of merit here. If you’re curious, this can be a fun listen.

Release Date: February 27, 2026

Genre: Hip-Hop

Album: N/A

Quotable Lyrics from Keychain

Thinking I should let you know right away
I don’t mind you hanging on me
But trying to be my man, boy, not today
You just gotta know your place

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Enemies – Song by Joyner Lucas featuring Kodak Black

Alexander Cole — Fri, 27 Feb 2026 14:58:35 +0000

Joyner Lucas and Kodak Black are two artists who you don’t expect to collaborate every day. However, the two have teamed up on a new track called “Enemies.” This is a song that will appear on AHDH 2 Reloaded, and is certainly going to be a standout. Why? Well, there are some solid performances here from Lucas and Kodak Black. In fact, in the comments section of the song on YouTube, fans remarked that Kodak is sounding as focused as ever. The two have unique and distinct styles, but they complement each other well on this track, which is fun to see. Ultimately, this is a song that you should definitely check out this weekend.

Release Date: February 27, 2026

Genre: Hip-Hop

Album: ADHD 2 Reloaded

Quotable Lyrics from Enemies

But I guess just part of the joke (Woah, woah)
I got some family and homies that’ll get it forever
‘Cause I don’t be talkin’ to ghosts, no
They told me keep all my enemies close (Brrt, brrt)

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King Harris Wears 50 Cent’s Mom On A T-Shirt For New Diss Track

Zachary Horvath — Fri, 27 Feb 2026 14:45:25 +0000

King Harris is keeping his foot on 50 Cent’s neck as he drops his second diss track against the G-Unit boss. He released his first one, “Made Man,” on Wednesday. On that song, he sent a clear message: don’t disrespect my mother.

“N****s speaking on my mama, I tell Chaz ring the alarm / N****s p**sy, probably cross his legs and f*cking fold his arms,” he raps. “He just want beef up on that net, I know that boy won’t pop a grape / He trying to trick me out the streets / Gon’ trick his a*s right in a lake.”

With this one though, he’s being a tad more ruthless. Titled “Sayless,” King Harris fights fire with fire by telling 50 Cent to dig his late mom, Sabrina, “from the grave.” For the cherry on top of this petty sundae, T.I.’s son wears a t-shirt with Fif’s late mom on it.

T.I. And Tiny’s son King drops a second 50 Cent diss track titled “Sayless.” pic.twitter.com/GY3bMZyfW1
— Rap Alert (@rapalert6) February 27, 2026

It’s actually the same image of her he shared on social media yesterday. He tagged his New York foe in the post and tried to provoke him by asking, “This yo mama or pops @50cent [thinking emoji].”

Harris says he’s “got that thunder” and up until this point, he’s had that.

Why Is King Harris Beefing With 50 Cent?

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The 21-year-old has come with some other brutal low blows as well, especially about 50’s matriarch. For example, he went on an explosive, no holds barred rant about Sabrina’s passing.

“B*tch a*s n**** wanna say something about my mama, your mama dead as f*ck n****. Your mama dead as f*ck, go dig her up. Go dig her up. F*ck. Post a picture of your motherf*cking mama n****, she dead n****,” Harris said in part.

This has been the main reason why he’s been picking a fight with the master troll. 50 Cent shared an unflattering photo of his mom, Tiny, to social media within the last week.

That picture was also a way to further the ongoing beef between 50 and T.I. They have been sending equally petty shots at each other as well, with the latter sending four diss songs his opponent’s way. To no one’s surprise, 50 has kept his responses to Instagram memes.

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Domani Harris Dissects 50 Cent On New Diss Track “Ms. Jackson”

Gabriel Bras Nevares — Fri, 27 Feb 2026 14:44:33 +0000

50 Cent and T.I. have been going at it for months now, and the latter’s recent diss tracks against the former have even roped in the family. Tip’s sons King Harris and Domani took up arms against the G-Unit mogul in their father’s name. The latter’s efforts come in the form of the new “Ms. Jackson” diss track. He shared it on YouTube and other social media platforms on Thursday (February 26).

It features a cover art of a burning house. This could reference allegations that 50 burned down the home that his ex partner and child were living in. “Ms. Jackson” doesn’t just refer to his mother, but also to the Outkast track of the same name that Domani samples on this song.

“I want to have a one on one convo about the man you sacrificed your life for so the world could see his talent,” he raps at the beginning of “Ms. Jackson.” “He’s a legend now, I guess it worked out, but I need some answers / Are you happy with the way he been holding your family name? / I need to know ’cause I can’t sleep at night thinking you died in vain / I think it got to them, people won’t tell him because he pay them / The emperor’s new clothes, a tale we need to tell.”

Further on in the song, Domani Harris threatens to metaphorically end Curtis Jackson’s life with a few references to nine lives and making him reunite with his mom. He also drags 50’s antics, his abuse allegations, profiting off of Black pain, and a whole lot more.

What Happened To 50 Cent’s Mother?

For those unaware, 50 Cent’s mother came up in this beef via some comments from Tip’s side, and it hasn’t been pretty to see. King Harris also brought up Sabrina Jackson in disses of his own, in ways disrespectful to both her and her son.

Sabrina Jackson died in an apartment fire when 50 was eight years old. The case remains unsolved to this day.

If you’re not caught up, T.I.’s beef with 50 Cent stems from an unfulfilled Verzuz challenge that 50 backed out of, plus years of trolling. We will see if Fif claps back or if he just lets the drama cycle roll over.

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Flammable – Song by Swae Lee

Alexander Cole — Fri, 27 Feb 2026 14:20:35 +0000

Swae Lee is looking to drop a solo album called Same Difference, and there is no denying that fans are excited about this solo endeavor. Of course, his work with Rae Sremmurd has been revered over the last decade. Now, he is branching out and doing his own thing. On Friday, he dropped off the lead single to the new album, simply titled “Flammable.” This song is a banger in every sense of the word. From the production to the performance, Swae Lee is looking to showcase his energy, and you have to appreciate that. This will definitely be on repeat throughout the weekend.

Release Date: February 27, 2026

Genre: Hip-Hop

Album: Same Difference

Quotable Lyrics from Flammable

This shit flammable, bet your ho go cannibal (Cannibal)
It’s understandable, eyes lit like wildlife animals (Animals)
Smoking artichoke, paper like a article (Paper)
I’m on Texaco, watching cameras, extra woke (Woke)

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Real Madrid Star Vinicius Junior Rocks Rare Travis Scott Air Jordan 1 Low

Ben Atkinson — Fri, 27 Feb 2026 14:02:00 +0000

Vinicius Junior stepped out in premium style ahead of Real Madrid’s Champions League clash against Benfica. The Brazilian wore the coveted Travis Scott x Fragment Air Jordan 1 Low. Real Madrid secured a crucial victory in the high-stakes matchup.

The Travis Scott x Fragment collaboration remains one of the most sought-after Jordan releases. Vinicius paired the sneakers with his Real Madrid training kit and luxury accessories. The cream leather upper features royal blue accents throughout the design. Black detailing on the Swoosh and heel tab provides striking contrast.

Beyond his on-field skills, Vinicius has become an outspoken advocate against racism in football. An event took place during the Benfica match, highlighting this critical issue. The young winger has faced discriminatory abuse multiple times throughout his career. He continues using his platform to demand change within the sport.

Vinicius’s sneaker choice reflects his status as a global style icon. Athletes increasingly use footwear to make statements beyond performance. The Fragment collaboration perfectly aligns with his sophisticated off-pitch persona.

Real Madrid’s victory keeps their Champions League campaign on track this season. Vinicius played a pivotal role in the team’s success against Benfica. His courage addressing racism while delivering world-class performances deserves recognition. The combination of athletic excellence and social advocacy defines his impact on modern football.

Vini Junior Wears Travis Scott x Fragment

Vinícius Júnior in the Travis Scott x Fragment Air Jordan 1 Low pic.twitter.com/h8MUA1Mf06
— House of Heat° (@houseofheat) February 26, 2026

This collaboration brought together three powerhouse names in sneaker culture simultaneously. Travis Scott’s signature backward Swoosh appears on the lateral side of the shoe. Fragment’s iconic lightning bolt logo hits the heel in embroidered detail.

The cream tumbled leather base gives these a premium vintage aesthetic. Royal blue overlays on the toe box and heel create classic Jordan appeal. The tongue features co-branded Nike Air tags in blue and white. An aged cream midsole matches the upper for a cohesive retro look.

Blue rubber outsoles complete the colorway with functional grip and style. These dropped in extremely limited quantities back in November and remain highly coveted.

With Real Madrid still in the Champions League, we’ll have to stay tuned to what footwear Vini chooses next.

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