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Views – Album by Drake

Alexander Cole — Wed, 29 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0000

By 2016, Drake was arguably the biggest artist on the entire planet. Following a successful feud with Meek Mill, the Canadian megastar was ready to show people that he still means business. That he wasn’t someone you could just mess with for the sake of it. This subsequently led to the creation of Views, his most hyped-up album to date. An album that features some of the biggest songs of his career. From “Feel No Ways” to “One Dance” to “Hotline Bling,” this is an album with massive tracks. It also just so happens to be the 10-year anniversary of the album. With ICEMAN on the way, today is the perfect time to revisit this phenomenal body of work.

Release Date: April 29, 2016

Genre: Hip-Hop

Tracklist for Views

Awards & Commercial Performance

Views was nominated for two Grammys; however, it didn’t win either of them. The Grammys in question were Album Of The Year and Best Rap Album. It did win Album Of The Year at the BET Hip-Hop Awards. It also won Favorite Rap Album at the American Music Awards. As for the sales numbers, Views was an absolute juggernaut. It sold over 1 million units in its first week, which is unheard of these days. Today, the album is nine-times platinum, and soon enough, it will go diamond.

What Did HotNewHipHop Commenters Think?

At the time of the album’s release, fans were extremely enthusiastic about Views. There were plenty of Stans in our comments who were ready to say that this was the album of the year. Furthermore, there were also some haters looking to troll. “The hype is not real…same old soft drake,” one detractor wrote. “King Drake delivered the best album of the year,” proclaimed one true believer. “FUCKING FLAMES. NOT GONNA CALL THE FIRE DEPARTMENT BUT MY HOUSE IN FUCKING TATTERS,” said another. This album was highly-anticipated and the reactions to it prove that.

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Shyne Honored With Key To The City Of Brooklyn

Cole Blake — Tue, 28 Apr 2026 21:58:27 +0000

Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso presented Shyne with a key to the city during a ceremony at the East Flatbush Young Men’s Mentorship Expo on Saturday. He was recognized for his impact on hip-hop as well as his work as a public figure and advocate. Additionally, Reynoso officially proclaimed April 25, 2026, as “Shyne Day” in Brooklyn.

“Shyne embodies what is possible when a community believes in its young people, and the magic that can happen when young people are given the resources they need to thrive. East Flatbush raised Shyne, and it only made sense to present him with the Key to Brooklyn as we team up to deliver hope and opportunity to dozens of young men today,” Reynoso said at the event, as caught by BK Reader.

Shyne also addressed the crowd. “This is the community that raised me, and it’s important for me to pass that love forward,” he said. “There couldn’t be a better way to celebrate this milestone than coming back home and pouring into the next generation.” He further announced that attendees would receive free tickets to his 25th anniversary concert on May 2 at the Kings Theatre.

Shyne’s 25th Anniversary Concert

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The concert will celebrate his self-titled debut studio album, which dropped on September 26, 2000. Despite Shyne’s incarceration at the time, it debuted and peaked at number five on the Billboard 200. It sold nearly 160,000 copies in its first week.

On Tuesday, Shyne shared a video of himself in front of the Kings Theatre on Instagram to promote the concert. “Can’t wait to see you this Saturday, May 2 @kingsbklyn as we celebrate the 25th Anniversary of the Shyne Album…..the celebration will continue @crownhilltheatre where I will meet, take pictures and party with you, my loyal supporters, who’ve made Shyne a Rap Legend,” he captioned the post. Tons of fans dropped fire emojis in the comments section.

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Offset Accuses Security Guard Of Spitting On Him Before Dispensary Brawl

Caroline Fisher — Tue, 28 Apr 2026 21:56:00 +0000

In November, a security guard named Jim Sanchez filed a lawsuit against Offset, accusing him of assault and battery. In the lawsuit, Sanchez alleges that the former Migos member and his crew came to the MedMen LAX marijuana dispensary in Los Angeles, where he was working in March of last year. Allegedly, when he asked the rapper to see ID, he got upset and punched him in the face. Sanchez alleges that Offset’s crew proceeded to jump in, leaving him in need of a hospital visit. He’s seeking punitive, general, and special damages totaling over $25K.

Now, Offset is firing back. According to TMZ, he denies any and all wrongdoing and alleges that Sanchez spat on him, starting the altercation. He wants the whole lawsuit tossed out and to be awarded court costs.

In a new filing, Offset argues that Sanchez shouldn’t be entitled to damages because “[a]t least some of the acts complained of by [Sanchez] were provoked by his wrongful conduct.” He also insists “[Sanchez] was at fault in how he conducted himself.”

Offset Shooting

Sep 22, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Rapper and entertainer Offset before a game between the Atlanta Falcons and Kansas City Chiefs at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Brett Davis / USA TODAY NETWORK via Reuters Connect

In addition to the lawsuit, Offset is facing a misdemeanor charge tied to the situation. He’s pleaded not guilty and has a court hearing tomorrow (April 29).

Legal woes are far from all Offset has to worry about these days, as earlier this month, he was shot outside of a Florida casino. Fortunately, his injuries were not life-threatening, and he appears to be well on his way to a full recovery.

During an interview with Creators Inc. last week, Offset opened up about his mindset following the ordeal. “Got to keep pushing,” he explained. “Gladiator mentality, man. The show don’t ever stop at the end of the day. I was blessed enough to be able to still move. So I’m still moving.”

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Wack 100 Goes Off On Megan Thee Stallion After Klay Thompson Split

Cole Blake — Tue, 28 Apr 2026 21:16:37 +0000

Wack 100 went off on Megan Thee Stallion during a livestream rant, earlier this week, following the news that she broke up with Klay Thompson. A clip of his comments is circulating on social media.

Wack begins by arguing that she should’ve known the relationship wasn’t as serious to Thompson as it was to her. He also accuses her of using the NBA star to get closer to the sports industry. At one point, Wack compares Megan to Beyonce and Rihanna, arguing that fans have never heard similar stories about them.

Megan Thee Stallion & Klay Thompson’s Breakup

Wack100 says Megan thee stallion used klay Thompson to get in the sports industry circle because her reputation in the music industry is bad she’s know as a flipper pic.twitter.com/UyheyMleef
— joebuddenclips/fanpage (@Thechat101) April 27, 2026

Megan Thee Stallion went public with the breakup after accusing Klay Thompson of being unfaithful in a post on Instagram over the weekend. “Cheating, had me around your whole family playing house… got ‘cold feet.’ Holding you down through all your HORRIBLE mood swings and treatment towards me during your basketball season now you don’t know if you can be ‘monogamous’???? B*tch I need a REAL break after this one .. bye yall,” she wrote.

Afterward, she confirmed their breakup in an official statement provided to TMZ. “I’ve made the decision to end my relationship with Klay,” she said. “Trust, fidelity and respect are non-negotiable for me in a relationship, and when those values are compromised, there’s no real path forward. I’m taking this time to prioritize myself and move ahead with peace and clarity.”

While Klay Thompson has yet to speak on the situation, Wack is far from the only person to say Megan should’ve expected the alleged behavior. Both Ebro and Charlamagne Tha God suggested dating the Mavericks player was a bad idea in recent days.

In the wake of the drama, Megan announced that she’s dropping out of her Moulin Rouge! role on Broadway as well. “It’s been such an honor to be part of thee Moulin Rouge family and I’ve met so many amazing people in this theater! Y’all work so hard and I have so much respect for the dedication, the stamina, the work ethic, the time and the effort y’all put into the work!” she wrote on Instagram.

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Adam22 & Money Man Clash Over “Broke” Accusations

Caroline Fisher — Tue, 28 Apr 2026 21:05:39 +0000

Adam22 is certainly no stranger to beef, and now, he’s wrapped up in some involving Money Man. Allegedly, the podcaster suggested that the rapper is “broke” while discussing DJ Vlad and Boosie Badazz’s latest drama, prompting a heated response. In a clip shared by DJ Akademiks, Money Man flaunts a massive pile of cash, making it clear that his wealth is not an issue. Moreover, he tells Adam that he wouldn’t agree to an interview with him for any less than $50K.

“N***a f*k yo interview unless you pay me 50k gang,” he captioned the clip. It didn’t take long for Adam to fire back. He shared a series of his own clips, mocking Money Man’s first-week sales and calling him out for putting his riches on display.

“It’s crazy how these rappers will take $50K out of the bank and take a picture with it, or pose with it or whatever, and be convinced that they’re doing better than somebody who’s blatantly doing dramatically better than them,” he said. “I say this as a person who refuses to take part in these shenanigans.”

Boosie Badazz & DJ Vlad Drama

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“I do not go to the bank and withdraw money to flex on people. I say that standing in my many, many million-dollar office building that I bought with my own hard-earned money,” he added. “The proof is in the pudding. I just don’t put myself out there like that.”

News of Adam22 clashing with Money Man comes just a couple of weeks after Boosie Badazz announced that he’ll no longer be doing interviews with VladTV. According to him, he asked DJ Vlad for a raise and was turned down.

Despite their differences, Vlad says he has no hard feelings towards Boosie and simply didn’t want to lose money. He even claims that he’d have the Louisiana-born performer back in the future if he ever changes his mind.

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Drake’s Albums Skyrocket Up Billboard Charts Ahead Of “ICEMAN”

Cole Blake — Tue, 28 Apr 2026 20:32:09 +0000

All of Drake’s studio albums are currently charting on the Billboard 200, ahead of the release of his highly anticipated project, ICEMAN. In turn, he stands as the artist with the most entries on the iconic chart.

As caught by Kurrco, the highest ranking project is his 2011 album, Take Care, at No. 27. Views comes after that at No. 43, followed by $ome $exy $ongs 4 U at No. 52, Certified Lover Boy at No. 60, Scorpion at No. 68, Thank Me Later at No. 75, For All The Dogs at No. 77, More Life at No. 128, and Nothing Was The Same was No. 167.

Fans on X (formerly Twitter) have been celebrating Drake’s success in response to the news. “I love Views. Lmao it’s wild to think about how much people were hating on it when it came out Vs how it’s held up remarkably well and is outperforming 99.9% of rap albums past and present. I was a lil kid singing my heart out to Keep The Family Close,” one user wrote. Another added: “This is why Jay Z and M*dget Kenny team are so mad. They don’t have the power to stop him. They will have all the interviews in the world to talk down on him, but the people chose Drake.”

When Is Drake Releasing “ICEMAN”?

Drake has the most entries on this week’s Billboard 200, with all of his charting albums currently rising ahead of the May 15 release of 'ICEMAN'

#27 — Take Care (+1)
#43 — Views (+1)
#52 — $$$4U (+4)
#60 — Certified Lover Boy (+3)
#68 — Scorpion (+6)
#75 —… pic.twitter.com/Qf8f0qX9pH
— Kurrco (@Kurrco) April 28, 2026

The charting success comes after Drake finally confirmed the release date for ICEMAN, earlier this month. To do so, he unveiled a massive installation of ice blocks in a parking lot in his hometown of Toronto. He hinted at burying the release date somewhere inside on his Instagram Story afterward. Eventually, fans melted enough of the ice to find a blue bag containing the date, May 15, 2026.

Although he hasn’t shared the tracklist, Drake has already released three singles from the project. They include “What Did I Miss?,” “Which One” featuring Central Cee, and “Dog House” featuring Yeat and Julia Wolf. ICEMAN will be his first solo album since feuding with Kendrick Lamar in 2024.

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Cleetis Mack Of Digital Underground Passes Away

Cole Blake — Tue, 28 Apr 2026 19:46:04 +0000

Cleetis Mack of Digital Underground fame has passed away, a representative for the artist confirmed to TMZ on Tuesday afternoon. Despite the confirmation, no further details on his cause of death or his exact age were provided. They wrote that his death “leaves a void in our Digital Underground family and in our hearts that can never truly be filled.”

Digital Underground further reflected on Mack’s impact in a statement, writing that he was “more than a part of the movement — he was part of the soul behind it, bringing warmth, loyalty, and quiet strength to everyone around him. He will always be remembered by his humility, love, and spirited energy, qualities that lifted those around him and made a lasting impression on all who knew him.”

When TMZ shared the news on X (formerly Twitter), fans flooded the replies with tributes to the late artist. “Mann.. sending my deepest condolences to his family.. him & Shock G up in heaven making beats!! Rest well Clee.. Oakland native!! !!” one fan wrote. One more added: “Another DU member gone… Cleetis Mack joins Shock G in the afterlife while the industry keeps popping pills and ignoring real talent. Humpty Dance curse hitting different.” Another replied: “Rest easy .. Digital Underground was a foundational piece of West Coast hip hop history and Cleetis Mack was part of that legacy.”

Cleetis Mack’s Role In Digital Underground

Digital Underground rap star Cleetis Mack has died.

What we know: https://t.co/z7V2jeWKXD pic.twitter.com/JLUzveqb27

— TMZ (@TMZ) April 28, 2026

Shock G, Chopmaster J, and Kenny-K founded Digital Underground back in 1987. Cleetis Mack ended up joining six years later, dropping “Wussup Wit the Luv” as his first single with the group. That song featured an appearance from 2Pac, whose career the group helped to launch.

Mack isn’t the only important member of the group to pass away in recent years. In 2021, Shock G died of an accidental overdose at the age of 57.

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T.I. Hits Cinq Music With Lawsuit Over Catalog Deal

Caroline Fisher — Tue, 28 Apr 2026 19:16:57 +0000

T.I. has faced his fair share of legal battles throughout his career, and now, he’s going up against Cinq Music. In 2017, the Atlanta hitmaker sold a large chunk of his recorded music catalog to the label, per Billboard. Now, he alleges that they’re refusing to honor a contract promising to let him buy those masters back later for cheap. Allegedly, they’re asking for close to $50 million more than what he actually owes.

“Cinq regretted that it had agreed to the [option terms], and, therefore … did everything it could to frustrate plaintiffs’ efforts to complete the purchase,” T.I.’s lawyer, Robert Jacobs of the law firm Manatt Phelps & Phillips, writes.

T.I. alleges that Cinq tried to “artificially inflate” the price of the masters in an effort to get more money out of him. “Using these tactics Cinq sought to extract a purchase price from plaintiffs that was nearly 20 times higher than the price mandated by the parties’ agreed-upon formula,” his lawsuit alleges.

T.I. & 50 Cent Beef

Nov 20, 2022; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Rapper T.I. on the field during a game between the Atlanta Falcons and Chicago Bears in the first quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Brett Davis / USA TODAY NETWORK via Reuters Connect

Cinq Music isn’t the only entity T.I. has gone up against recently, however. He also has some serious problems with 50 Cent, which were reignited earlier this year. During a podcast appearance, T.I. accused 50 Cent of backing out of a Verzuz battle they had both agreed to, and claimed to have lost all respect for him as a result.

Fif fired back with full force, even dragging T.I.’s wife Tiny into the drama. This prompted two of her children, King and Domani Harris, to rush to her defense. They each released diss tracks directed at 50 Cent, bringing up his shooting, domestic violence allegations, and more.

T.I. later admitted on The Breakfast Club that he believes King went too far when he dissed his foe’s late mother.

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Klay Thompson Roasted By “The Sims” After Megan Thee Stallion Split

Cole Blake — Tue, 28 Apr 2026 18:59:53 +0000

The social media account for the popular video game series, The Sims, trolled Klay Thompson on Monday afternoon, following Megan Thee Stallion’s claim that the NBA star cheated on her. To do so, the account shared a GIF of an in-game version of Thompson standing in a kitchen surrounded by multiple fires. “If you can’t handle a Hottie, stay out of the kitchen,” the caption reads.

Fans shared plenty of jokes in response to the post on X. “Put him in the pool……NO ladder!!!” one user wrote. Another added: “AND DELETE THAT DOOR!!” One more shared a clip of themselves playing NBA 2K and lowering Thompson’s durability statistics. “I already handled him in 2k,” they wrote.

Megan Thee Stallion & Klay Thompson’s Breakup

If you can’t handle a Hottie stay out of the kitchen pic.twitter.com/ArerpSHvEH
— The Sims (@TheSims) April 27, 2026

The breakup news hit fans over the weekend when Megan Thee Stallion accused Klay Thompson of being unfaithful in a post on Instagram. “Cheating, had me around your whole family playing house… got ‘cold feet.’ Holding you down through all your HORRIBLE mood swings and treatment towards me during your basketball season now you don’t know if you can be ‘monogamous’???? B*tch I need a REAL break after this one .. bye yall,” she wrote.

From there, she confirmed that they had officially broken up in a statement provided to TMZ. “I’ve made the decision to end my relationship with Klay,” she said. “Trust, fidelity and respect are non-negotiable for me in a relationship, and when those values are compromised, there’s no real path forward. I’m taking this time to prioritize myself and move ahead with peace and clarity.”

In the wake of the drama, Megan ended up dropping her role in Moulin Rouge! on Broadway. “It’s been such an honor to be part of thee Moulin Rouge family and I’ve met so many amazing people in this theater! Y’all work so hard and I have so much respect for the dedication, the stamina, the work ethic, the time and the effort y’all put into the work!” she wrote on Instagram. Thompson has yet to comment on the situation.

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Offset Fuels Migos Reunion Rumors After Quavo’s Cryptic Announcement

Caroline Fisher — Tue, 28 Apr 2026 18:31:45 +0000

Yesterday (April 27), Quavo took to Instagram to tease something big. “Warriors Never fold,” he captioned a throwback photo of himself and Takeoff, per Complex. “Jobs Not Finished. TAKEOFF ALBUM. UNC N PHEW 2. LAST ????? ALBUM. REAL MIGO BLOOD RUN IN MY VIENS!!! AINT NO NEW CHAPTER JUST THE NEXT ONE!!!”

It didn’t take long for Offset to chime in, sharing a photo of the three of them taken in 2021. “On dat!!!” he wrote. Of course, all of this has led to theories that some kind of Migos reunion could be underway.

The last time Migos released an album as a trio was 2021, when they dropped Culture III. After that, Quavo and Takeoff teamed up for Only Built for Infinity Links. The following month, Takeoff was fatally shot outside of a bowling alley in Houston.

Offset & Quavo Drama

The Three Migos perform during Drake’s Aubrey & The Three Migos Tour at Gila River Arena in Glendale on Monday, Oct. 8, 2018. Ralph Freso / USA TODAY NETWORK via Reuters Connect

Offset and Quavo have had their fair share of issues in the past. In recent years, however, the two of them have appeared to have been back on good terms. During an appearance on 7PM in Brooklyn with Carmelo Anthony last August, for example, Offset confirmed that they actually speak on a regular basis.

“It be the internet trying to do some old sh*t, but with us, it ain’t about that,” he explained at the time. “We gotta holla at each other in the day, at the end of the day, man. That’s family at the end of the day, man. You’re gonna bump heads with your family sometime. In the day, a n**** ain’t finna play with him, or a n**** ain’t finna play with me.”

‘Set later appeared on Baby, This Is Keke Palmer, where he shut down the long-running rumor that Saweetie had something to do with the demise of his friendship with Quavo.

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