This has subsequently led to speculation about Ross and his real net worth. On TMZ Sports, Ross made it abundantly clear that the net worth is doing just fine. Although he made the point in a particularly subtle way.

During the interview, Ross revealed that he would love to be part of the Miami Dolphins’ ownership group. Stephen Ross is the current majority owner of the team, and Rozay believes he’s doing a great job in his role. That said, the rap legend believes he can contribute uniquely.

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Rick Ross Wants To Be Part Of The Dolphins

Ross states that he would love to be the one who bridges the gap between the franchise and the fans. While there is already a huge fanbase for the Dolphins, he believes the team could be doing more to bring in the community. Essentially, Ross wants the team to have a family environment.

Bringing in Ross would be a smart move. He is a celebrity who could market the team and help put fans in the seats. Given the changes the franchise has made this season, they probably won’t be very good, and they need some kind of saving grace.

It’s also good to have owners with ties to the city. Ross is a Miami legend, and he would rep the Dolphins colors with pride.

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According to photos circulating on social media this afternoon, it is being reported that Ice Spice and Maguire were spotted kissing at the White Party. In the tweet below, you can see that the image on the left showcases Ice Spice leaning in, while Maguire grabs her arm. However, you can’t see for sure that the two were kissing.

Meanwhile, in the image on the right, the two just seem to be striking up a normal conversation. These are the kinds of photos that would go ultra-viral on social media, especially given the names involved. No one would have predicted the OG Spider-Man kissing Ice Spice.

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Ice Spice & Tobey Maguire In The Hamptons

Maguire is 51 years old, while Ice Spice is 26. If you are doing the math at home, that is a 25-year age gap between these two. In the past, Maguire has been criticised for the age gaps in his relationships. Given this latest photo with Ice Spice, we would not be surprised if those same criticisms resurface.

Whatever the case may be, there is still quite a bit to unpack here. Aside from the images going viral on social media, there isn’t much to go off of right now. What we can confirm is that earlier today, Page Six confirmed that both Ice Spice and Maguire were in attendance.

This remains a developing story that we will be sure to keep you updated on.

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Despite the compliments, Twitter Stans couldn’t get past the last part. Lupe’s assertion that he is a better lyricist led to a large-scale debate on social media. This subsequently led to the accusation that Lupe Fiasco is somehow obsessed and wants to start a rap beef. The truth is, Lupe is only talking about Kendrick because he keeps getting asked about it.

This week, Lupe spoke with Culture United about the Stan wars that broke out following his comments. As you can imagine, he isn’t too happy with how the conversation has been steered, and he would rather just disengage entirely.

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Lupe Fiasco Puts His Foot Down

The legendary MC revealed that you won’t be seeing him for a while. The last couple of days have left him with a couple of realizations, and none of them are particularly flattering. Ultimately, music conversations on social media have become outrageously toxic, and Lupe is done with it.

He went on to say that the fans can find him at his shows, which he is excited about. Outside of that, you probably won’t see him doing any interviews, at least until all of this dies down.

It’s sad to see such a storied MC have to go through this. At the end of the day, it’s indicative of the way music and interviews are consumed these days.

You can find Lupe’s entire appearance on Culture United below.

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Social media let its feelings be known about the video, with many claiming that this does not bode well for Pooh Shiesty. However, there are others who feel quite differently. Among them is Shiesty’s former lawyer, Bradford Cohen.

When Cohen left the case in April, he made it clear that it had nothing to do with the viability of Pooh Shiesty’s defense. Instead, he revealed that he believes the prosecution has holes in its case and that the artist could certainly come out victorious.

As for the release of this video, Cohen’s is remaining steadfast in his support of Pooh Shiesty. He called the video “nasty work,” noting how it doesn’t prove the federal kidnapping charge.

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Pooh Shiesty Video Leads To Debate

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Cohen’s argument is simple. He believes this shouldn’t be a federal case to begin with. According to the lawyer, this doesn’t meet the Commerce Clause. Moreover, he says the lack of cellphone evidence is enough to take this out of federal jurisdiction.

The lawyer then went on to say that this is just one big dirty trick to try and win favor over the long haul. However, Cohen states that one of the big allegations in the case is that Pooh Shiesty was wielding an AK-47. In the leaked video, the artist cannot be seen with the aforementioned weapon.

Cohen uses these three elements as proof that the video isn’t going to change whether or not Pooh Shiesty will be convicted. Only time will tell if he is proven correct.

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While 2 Chainz arrived to open for Wayne, the legendary MC never showed up, and fans were told to go home. Wayne eventually took to social media and apologized for what went down, although he never gave an explanation.

“My Maine fans I’m so sorry,” Wayne said. “The show is being rescheduled to July 28. Please hold on to your tickets, they will be honored for the rescheduled date. More information will be emailed directly to ticket holders. I ain’t s–t without you. I can’t wait to come back and give you the show you deserve.”

Earlier today, TMZ reported that Wayne was attending Michael Rubin’s white party on Wednesday in the Hamptons. Given the timing, this has proven to be a bit of a bad look.

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Lil Wayne Attends White Party

Following Wayne’s missed show, numerous fans showcased their disappointment to the media. One even said that they drove six hours from Canada.

“I came here for Lil Wayne and 2 Chainz and it was the most terrible experience. We drove over six hours to be here,” Rita Sack, a fan from Nova Scotia told WABI. “Never mind the money. It’s like, moments in life and that was going to be a moment. [My friend] left her six-month baby for the first time. Like, it’s people’s time. Just don’t waste people’s time. We paid for Lil Wayne. Like, the least you can do is come out for a minute, apologize, you know? Like, just take the moment and be like, hey guys, sorry, not feeling it, feeling a little sick.”

If there is one thing for sure here, it is that you can’t get anything past TMZ.

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However, in recent years, André 3000 has been dropping music in different lanes. For instance, just a couple of years ago, he came through with New Blue Sun. He subsequently came through with 7 Piano Sketches last year. This album even got its very own short film, which debuted on Mubi back on June 19th.

Recently, the artist held a Q&A for this new short film, and it was here that he was asked about new music. The legendary MC then revealed that he and Sonic Youth guitarist Lee Ranaldo have been recording music together. Based on his answer, it seems like the music is coming soon, according to Pigeons & Planes.

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André 3000 x Lee Ranaldo

This is obviously great news for all of the fans out there. However, there is no telling what the genre is going to be. With New Blue Sun, we got some lengthy jazz flute freestyles. Meanwhile, 7 Piano Sketches was André 3000 showcasing his talents on the keys. Alongside Lee Ranaldo, there is no telling where his musical appetites lie.

Regardless, fans should always be excited about the prospect of new André 3000 music. He is a legendary artist who has given us classics over the years. Ultimately, he has earned our ears, regardless of what genre he finds himself diving into.

Hopefully, we will find out more about this upcoming endeavor, sooner rather than later.

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However, a lot of this boils down to the fact that people keep asking Lupe about Kendrick. It’s not as if Lupe is just saying things about Lamar unprovoked. Instead, he is being forced into these conversations, which have subsequently led to this bizarre narrative that he “obsessed” with K-Dot. Of course, that couldn’t be further from the case.

This week, Lupe Fiasco appeared on Culture United, hosted by Justin Hunte, AKA The Company Man. During this conversation, Lupe was able to clear the air while also delving into a whole host of other topics. In fact, Lupe has ignited yet another discourse fire, this time thanks to a fan’s question about Nas.

While discussing the merits of “punchline” rap, a fan asked if Nas can be considered a top-tier lyricist since he isn’t known for punchlines. The fan believes other literary devices must be considered. Lupe Fiasco gave his answer, stating that among hip-hop’s best lyricists, Nas just doesn’t rank that high.

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Lupe Fiasco With A Nas Hot Take

Lupe Fiasco makes it clear that there are hundreds of thousands of MCs. Some are unknown, some are superstars. Given the sheer volume of competition, it’s almost impossible to rank Nas among the best of the best.

While rankings certainly are a numbers game, most fans rank based on those who are known to the world. As a result, Lupe’s take hasn’t exactly been met with agreement. Even the panel on Culture United seemed to be a bit taken aback by what Lupe had to say.

Given Lupe’s talents, his opinion needs to be considered. He knows what he’s talking about. Whether or not the masses will agree with this take, is another story entirely.

You can check out Culture United’s full conversation with Lupe Fiasco below.

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In the midst of all of this, sources around the league are already trying to poison the well. According to Colin Cowherd, there is a narrative going around that Brown has a “disease.” That “disease,” as these “sources” describe, is thinking that he is the smartest man in the room.

“I had two NBA sources … two people in the league, one an executive, one a scout, say that Jaylen Brown has — it’s a disease,” Cowherd said. “He suddenly thinks he’s the smartest guy in every room he’s in … You make a lot of money, suddenly you’re absolutely sure, you don’t wanna listen to your bosses, you don’t wanna listen to consultants, you don’t wanna listen to teammates.”

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Jaylen Brown Singled Out After Sixers Trade

Throughout his career, Brown has never shied away from showcasing his intelligence. He has spoken on a plethora of political topics, including capitalism and communism. Furthermore, he was a voice of reason during the Donda Academy scandal of 2022. Not to mention, he spoke in favor of Kyrie Irving when he was suspended by the league four years ago.

That said, some feel as though the executives around the NBA are engaging in covert racism, which isn’t so covert if you can read between the lines. Calling his intelligence a “disease” is a massive dog whistle, and one that fans are calling out on social media.

Fans Come To Brown’s Defense

Below, you can see a plethora of reactions to what was said about Brown. As you can see, fans are seeing through the narrative. Even those who don’t like Brown as a player can see the nasty games that are being played right now.

One could theorize that perhaps the Celtics are behind this. They need a justification for such a horrific trade, and this would be an angle for them to use, even if it’s a bad one.

Let us know what you think of the Brown situation in the comments below.

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Unfortunately, the artist sadly passed away back on June 18, and the hip-hop world has been in mourning ever since. Earlier this week, family and friends gathered at his funeral in a private ceremony. It was a celebration of life for someone who still had so much to give the world.

Future paid tribute to Tay Keith on X, simply saying “Forever Legendary.”

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Tay Keith Receives Send-Off From Family And Friends

Meanwhile, one of Tay Keith’s day ones, BlocBoy JB, offered a longer tribute on Instagram. The two were responsible for each other’s come-ups, and you can tell that they had a brotherly bond that could never be broken.

“Yesterday I had to bury my sandy my day 1 blood couldn’t make us no closer,” Blocboy JB wrote. “Me and you was like salt and pepper cuh we really started this shit never thought you’ll be in a casket before me. You always kept me up wen I was down, I still hear yo laugh in da bacc of my head can’t believe you gone brother we gone always keep yo name alive n keep fuccin des n****s up”

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Tay Keith was a producer who set the tone for the late 2010s and early 2020s. His producer tag remains one of the most iconic in the game. His legacy will forever live on through the music and the lives he touched while on this earth.

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However, Cardi B took Tasha K back to court this year for violating their non-disparagement clause. The clause was very simple. Tasha K was not allowed to talk about Cardi B or the people around her. The gossip blogger ended up violating this clause after delivering some commentary on Offset and Stefon Diggs.

In the end, the court sided with Cardi B, and according to Billboard, they have awarded the rapper an extra $60K. She was looking for upwards of six figures, but in the end, the settlement came to the mid-five-figure mark.

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Cardi B Gets The Last Laugh…Again

In the midst of all of this, Cardi B is currently going after Tasha K’s husband. She believes the blogger’s husband is trying to hide her assets so that she isn’t on the hook for her settlement payments.

This is just another example of how this legal battle has continued to materialize for seven years now. Cardi B wants her money, and she also wants Tasha K to stop talking about her love life.

Speaking of that love life, Cardi B and Stefon Diggs appear to no longer be together. Recent social media activity suggests Cardi is single and would prefer to keep it that way for now. As for Offset, he has been seen working on new music in the studio with Quavo.

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