Of course, questions of body image standards should not be a critical factor here. Rather, it’s more important to discuss health and wellness instead of commenting on which bodies are beautiful, as all of them are. Nevertheless, it seems like the commentator and streamer is very happy with where he’s at in his fitness journey.

“Fitademiks going crazy lbs,” he captioned his IG Story post, as caught by No Jumper on Instagram. It also featured Akademiks doing a fit check with bright-colored shoes, shorts, and a button-up shirt. “Ngl I bought them colorful dolce n gabana shoes like a year and a half ago been waiting to wear em.”

In the comments section of the IG post below, folks will find all sorts of reactions. For every “Dj Ozempademiks” comment, there is a “I’m happy for any Black man living a healthier lifestyle. Keep going Ak!”

Some of the viral discussions around this video also made comical references to DJ Akademiks’ recent flirtations with Daphne Joy. Following their salacious interview together, Cam Newton set them up on a date while hosting Joy on his Funky Friday podcast. “Daphne joy got him acting up,” one Instagram commenter wrote, with another adding “That boy getting ready for Daphne.”

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Daphne Joy’s DJ Akademiks Interview

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During DJ Akademiks’ interview with Daphne Joy, he asked her if she has a “size requirement” and how she gets over breakups. They shared a lot of chemistry, with her later telling Cam Newton that he gave her happiness amid a very dark time for her.

Elsewhere, DJ Akademiks is still coming through with hot takes. So we’re sure his haters will find more reasons to clown on him. Regarding Ak’s physique, though, he’s happy to show off the changes and shut those specific critics down.

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The video is from fellow basketball star Richard Jefferson, who is currently on a ten-year anniversary vacation with the Akron native and the rest of their 2016 Cleveland Cavaliers championship team. “When your 45 and the boys are drinking like they 25,” the caption of the post reads. Over the ICEMAN song, there’s footage of RJ wiping his head with a cloth juxtaposed with a viral video of a DJ doing the same thing while “Shabang” played.

LeBron only put a slew of crying-laughing emojis in his post, so there’s nothing explicitly referencing the feud with the 6ix God. One might even call it one-sided on the OVO mogul’s behalf. Nevertheless, it’s clear that Bron isn’t sweating this too much, and that he won’t let appearances get in the way of shouting out a hot song or fooling around on social media.

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Drake & LeBron James’ Beef

For those unaware, the tensions between LeBron James and Drake have everything to do with the Kendrick Lamar battle. Bron showed both of them love during the initial spat. But by the time “Not Like Us” came out and videos emerged of him dancing to it, a victor was clear.

As such, the Toronto superstar expressed feelings of betrayal over his former close friend, dissing him on multiple occasions in subsequent musical releases. There’s a lot of other drama that shot off from this narrative, but none that either party have spoken on directly.

Most recently, Rich Paul expressed hope for Drake and LeBron James to reconcile. But it seems like things will stay icy until further notice. Maybe this shifts eventually with a public comment from LeBron or a more detailed explanation from The Boy. Until then, fans will continue to debate.

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Release Date: Juneteenth, 2026

Genre: Hip-Hop

Album: BULLY – Deluxe

Quotable Lyrics from OK

I noticed the jealousy peaking, I thought we was past this,
This type of exposure’s indecent, these n***as is classless,
I bet on myself when the labels thought I was a bag risk,
The money that I had invested is doing gymnastics

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Don’s appearance is on “OK,” whereas the other new song is a Kanye solo cut called “MISSION CONTROL.” While many fans hoped these would appear on the original tracklist, at least they got them eventually.

Meanwhile, the Fugees legend appears for the chorus of “I CAN’T WAIT,” and this follows her appearance at Ye’s SoFi Stadium show earlier this year. All the other BULLY features are here: Travis Scott, CeeLo Green, André Troutman, Peso Pluma, and Nine Vicious.

Some fans also speculated that this deluxe release features re-recorded versions of vocals that previously used artificial intelligence. But as far as specific mixing and mastering details for this deluxe update, we’ll see if we get a more verifiable breakdown.

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Lauryn Hill & Kanye West

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Footage of Ms. Lauryn Hill working with Ye in the studio surfaced soon after her SoFi appearance. So the arrival of the “I CAN’T WAIT” remix should come as no surprise. Still, it did get her significant backlash from some corners due to Kanye West’s previous controversies. But it’s clear the legend wanted to send a different message of redemption and unity.

This also follows Kanye West’s newest song release, “GEMINI SEASON.” It celebrated Ye’s 49th birthday earlier this month and resulted in a music video his wife Bianca Censori directed.

Speaking of music videos, Ye also dropped a Censori-directed visual for the BULLY track “KING” on Spotify, as caught by XXL on Instagram. We will see if there are any other videos coming up, as Don Toliver seemed to tease an “OK” visual on social media.

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Amid Kanye West’s upcoming concerts and his reckoning with his bigotries, we’ll see what else comes of this BULLY era. Fans continue to debate the deluxe’s worth, the album’s quality, and Ye’s future moves.

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As caught by Livebitez on Instagram, the streamer was singing along and didn’t realize how this could lead to an issue. However, the Houston rapper approached The Great and vibed out to the song too, dancing along to the slow beat and saying “Chat, we on that Drizzy.”

Later, when Walka was off-camera (it’s unclear where he was), Deen The Great seemed to look at his livestream’s chat, where folks were pointing out the feud. “Oh, I’m tripping. My bad, bruh,” he expressed. “I’m tweaking. Aye, change it. I forgot, bruh, my bad. Chat spammed me… Shoutout bruh, though. But, you know, just… You got to read the room, gang. I ain’t know.”

So it seems like Sauce doesn’t really care about those tensions with Drizzy too much. It’s a promising sign that the drama cycle between them has come to a close, as this could’ve been a double-down moment.

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Drake & Sauce Walka’s Beef

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For those unaware, Drake and Sauce Walka’s beef is about a decade old, but there are important chapters to talk about. Initial tensions back in the 2010s stemmed from Houston appropriation claims, but they buried the hatchet in the 2020s. However, it didn’t take long for things to go south again.

The feud truly took a significant turn earlier this month, as a call leaked of Walka threatening to have Drake’s car shot up. He claimed The Boy dissed him on “Janice STFU” and that he’s been pimping women out to him for a long time.

More specifically, these tensions also concern the mother of Sauce Walka’s child, Kiley Lossen. That’s because of an alleged fling she had with Drizzy, as she later took to social media and other platforms to gush about the Toronto superstar and praise their friendship.

In any case, it seems like Sauce isn’t breaking a sweat over any of this anymore. But we’ll see if that changes…

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As caught by The Neighborhood Talk on Instagram, Newton asked if she’s getting a lot of DMs on social media these days. “As long as a man has a pulse and a heartbeat, I’m good,” the mother of 50 Cent’s child remarked. “I would say [the DMs are aggressive]… The volume is pretty massive right now.”

She said she was surprised by the wealth of engagement, presumably referring to social media messages and activity on her OnlyFans platform. Daphne said she doesn’t respond unless she “sees a cutie, maybe,” preferring to observe all the activity rather than consistently engage with it. “You miss all the shots you don’t take,” the entrepreneur, model, and actress added.

Then, Newton asked what’s attractive to her in an online setting. It lines up with what Daphne Joy said about a date with DJ Akademiks in another part of the interview.

“I look for sincerity in the message,” she expressed. “How tailored it was for me, and if they took the actual time to really write something sincere, cool, or funny.”

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DJ Akademiks’ Daphne Joy Interview

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For those unaware, DJ Akademiks interviewed Daphne Joy following the tape leak, and their flirty interactions and salacious questions went viral. However, Joy really appreciated this, as it gave her a laugh amid a dark time and she had great chemistry with Ak. This led to Cam Newton asking about a potential date between them, which she responded positively to.

Elsewhere, Daphne Joy’s talked about her relationship woes and the public scrutiny she continues to face. Hopefully, she continues to heal from that part of her life and moves forward on her own terms. Amid all the attention Joy is getting right now, she’s just grateful for those letting her live her truth in peace.

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“Endless and eternal gratitude for your spirit and your contributions to this thing that we all love so much…you will be deeply missed,” the Toronto superstar captioned his post. It featured a portrait of the late producer with his birth year, flowers, and a message that read “In Loving Memory of Tay Keith, Rest in Peace.”

As fans and friends alike continue to mourn this loss, there are still questions around Tay Keith regarding his dynamic with other collaborators. Rebel Music, the label which Sexyy Red calls home, issued a statement regarding a royalty dispute between them and Keith that remained unresolved at the time of his death. They are working diligently and expeditiously to ensure his estate receives proper compensation. The producer’s camp also clarified they are about to finalize a resolution, absolving Keith’s frequent collaborator and close friend of any responsibility.

This situation and the 6ix God’s tribute are two different examples of just how profoundly and compellingly Keith impacted the lives of those around him, regardless of what was going on behind industry doors. As it relates to the OVO mogul, they have a long history together.

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Drake & Tay Keith Songs

Drake and Tay Keith’s collaborative saga began with “Look Alive,” the BlocBoy JB hit in 2018 that propelled the Memphis creatives to stardom. From there, they also linked up on Travis Scott’s “SICKO MODE,” Lil Baby and Gunna’s “Never Recover,” Sexyy Red’s “U My Everything,” and of course, various solo Drizzy cuts.

These include “Nonstop,” “Jimmy Cooks” featuring 21 Savage, “First Person Shooter” featuring J. Cole, and many more. Most recently, the beatsmith had credits on ICEMAN‘s “What Did I Miss?” Also, Keith played a role in the infamous Kendrick Lamar battle, as he has production credits on “Push Ups” and “Family Matters.”

Drake and Tay Keith had a strong bond, and it’s heartbreaking that the latter is no longer with us to make more amazing music by himself or with others. But his legacy and impact will live on forever.

RIP Tay Keith.

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The Air Jordan 5 Retro OG “White Metallic” originally released in 2000 through Jordan Brand’s Retro+ program. It later returned again in 2015, marking its second appearance overall. A 2026 version officially released on April 25, giving the colorway its third run.

This version brings back Nike Air branding on the heel for the first time. That detail replaces the Jumpman logo used on the 2000 and 2015 releases. A soft pebbled white leather upper pairs with grey accents throughout the shoe. A reflective metallic silver tongue and icy blue outsole complete the look.

The Air Jordan 5 first released in 1990 and was designed by Tinker Hatfield. Hatfield drew inspiration from WWII fighter planes for the shoe’s overall shape. Shark tooth detailing along the midsole still nods to that original concept today

Overall, Rema elevated the AJ5 “White Metallic” with his clean outfit execution. It just goes to show how well this pair can work in different arenas.

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Rema’s Air Jordan 5 “White Metallic”

The “White Metallic” colorway has remained a fan favorite across multiple retros over the years. Its all white tumbled leather upper pairs with a metallic silver tongue that catches light easily.

That reflective detail has stayed consistent across every version released so far. The 2026 pair also includes a set of round laces alongside the standard flat ones. Also, the extra detail nods back to the original 2000 release specifically.

Meanwhile, the shoe’s fighter jet inspired lines remain one of its most recognizable design choices. A Black, White, and Fire Red version, tied to Michael Jordan’s Bulls uniform, also returned earlier this year. Together, both releases highlight how often Jordan Brand revisits the model’s earliest colorways.

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According to TMZ, court documents reportedly show how the producer sued Rebel in March of this year over accusations of unpaid royalties and lack of accounting on their behalf. He reportedly sought to have a court force the label to pay damages, declare they owed him money, and provide accounting. The legal matter reportedly did not find a resolution before Tay’s passing.

However, following rampant social media debate about this, a representative for Tay Keith issued a statement to TMZ about this matter. “The dispute is between the parties’ respective labels. Naming Sexyy Red in the lawsuit was a legal formality,” the statement reportedly read. “Any allegations are directed at the label, not Red personally. Both labels have been cooperating, and the matter is close to being resolved. Tay and Red remained friends and he considered her a sister. They were in the studio together as recently as last week working on new music. We appreciate Red’s sentiments and condolences during this difficult time.”

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Sexyy Red’s Label Responds To Tay Keith Situation

On the other hand, here’s attorney Dameka Davis’ statement on behalf of Rebel Music. “Sexyy Red is overwhelmed with grief at the devastating loss of her dear friend and artistic collaborator, Tay Keith. Tay was a brilliant artist. Through his close musical partnership with Sexyy, he became a genuine friend to everyone at Rebel. We send our sincerest condolences to Tay Keith’s family and loved ones. As the attorney for Rebel, I want to step forward to correct the record on false, irresponsible, and deeply hurtful clickbait being spread on social media about royalty arrangements with Tay Keith. 

“Royalty negotiations are handled by labels – not artists. I’ve worked closely with the legal counsel and team for Tay Keith to finalize the royalty agreement to fully compensate him for his valuable contributions as a musical collaborator with Sexyy,” the statement continued. “In fact, we were in the final stages of getting Tay Keith fully compensated before his shocking passing this week. We are expediting the finalization of this work with Tay Keith’s attorney so that full payment can be made to his estate as soon as possible.”

RIP Tay Keith.

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“It is with profound sadness that we confirm the passing of BryTavious ‘Tay Keith’ Chambers,” the statement reportedly read. “BryTavious was a visionary producer, songwriter, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and cultural force whose work helped define the sound of a generation. From Memphis to the global stage, he shaped countless hit records and left a lasting mark on music and culture. He was deeply committed to creating opportunities for others through his company, Drumatized, supporting emerging songwriters, producers, and artists.

“A proud graduate and honorary professor of Middle Tennessee State University, BryTavious remained an active alumnus, mentor, and advocate for young creatives,” it continued. “He was also a passionate supporter of mental health awareness and cancer-related causes in honor of his late mother. Above all, BryTavious was a beloved son, brother, uncle, family member, and friend. While the world knew him as Tay Keith, his family knew him as BryTavious — a source of love, strength, laughter, and guidance. We take comfort in knowing that his legacy will live on through the music he created, the opportunities he provided, and the lives he touched. We respectfully ask for privacy and continued prayers for his family and loved ones during this difficult time. Memorial arrangements will be shared at a later date.”

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What Happened To Tay Keith?

Metro Nashville Police reportedly found Tay Keith unresponsive in his Nashville apartment on Thursday (June 18) during a welfare check. In a statement, they expressed they suspect no foul play in his sudden and tragic passing, awaiting further autopsy reports to confirm a cause of death.

Elsewhere, a difficult situation Tay Keith faced resurfaced in the wake of his saddening loss. Folks accused Sexyy Red and her label Rebel Music of owing him money for unpaid royalties. Attorney Dameka Davis issued a statement affirming they would expedite the finalization of royalty agreements so Keith’s estate can receive full compensation as soon as possible.

RIP Tay Keith.

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