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Hulu — two of Tupac Shakur’s cousins recount, in chilling detail, how they first heard the titular classic.They were hanging in an Atlanta hotel room with the late rap icon on Halloween 1993, just after Shakur shot two white off-duty cops. Law enforcement was standing by in the hallway.“But Tupac — he’s calm,” Billy Lesane said, recalling his weed-smoking cousin before his arrest.

Thailand and Tokyo when he allegedly exposed himself on the plane, earning him a scolding from a flight attendant, according to unidentified sources cited by TMZ.Desiigner, born Sidney Royel Selby III in Brooklyn, was reportedly questioned and released by police Monday in Minneapolis when his plane landed.“For the past few months i have not been ok, and i have been struggling to come to terms with what is going on,” Desiigner wrote in a statement posted to his Instagram Story on Thursday. “While overseas for a concert i performed at, i had to be admitted in to a hospital, i was not thinking clearly.

Pop Smoke went viral for showing no resemblance to the “Welcome to the Party” star, whose real name was Bashar Jackson.The 20-year-old New York-born rapper died Feb. 20, 2020, after four masked men raided his Hollywood Hills, California, rental mansion and fired gunshots in a robbery gone wrong.DailyLoud on Twitter posted the mural April 17 but did not disclose its location or the artist who created the tribute gone wrong.However, it’s a different mural from the art dedicated to Pop Smoke in his neighborhood of Canarsie, Brooklyn, which was unveiled in July 2020.Regardless, Pop Smoke fans flooded Twitter with questions and concerns about the artwork.One confused person asked, “Who that?”“That Pop Smoke mural is foul.

was found guilty of shooting her in the foot last December, Megan Thee Stallion is speaking out about the attack and the verdict.“As I reflect on the past three years, I view myself as a survivor, because I have truly survived the unimaginable,” Megan told Elle magazine about the July 2020 shooting after a Hollywood party and the subsequent trial.“Not only did I survive being shot by someone I trusted and considered a close friend, but I overcame the public humiliation of having my name and reputation dragged through the mud by that individual for the entire world to see.”And the Grammy-winning rapper reveals that one of the toughest aspects of the ordeal was the public shaming she received after coming forward about the attack.“I could have let the adversity break me, but I persevered, even as people treated my trauma like a running joke,” Megan writes in her first-person story.“First, there were conspiracy theories that I was never shot. Then came the false narratives that my former best friend shot me.

NPR Tiny Desk Concert — now that he knows what it is. A fan-led Twitter campaign to get the 48-year-old “Back That Azz Up” rapper to take part in the famed concert series started last week when a supporter tweeted at NPR to “please” have him on.

got beef — and “if it’s up, then it’s stuck.”After virtually blowing the whistle on “predators” amid controversy surrounding the Dalai Lama, who invited a small boy to suck his tongue, the Grammy winner found herself in the eye of a social media shade storm spurred by critics who eagerly noted her past allegations of predatory abuse. “This world is full of predators,” Cardi, 30, tweeted Monday as footage of the Tibetan spiritual leader’s questionable encounter with the child circulated on Twitter. “They prey on the innocent. The ones who are most unknowing, our children,” the mother of two continued. “Predators could be our neighbors, our school teachers, even people with money, power & our churches,” added Cardi before urging parents to “constantly talk with your kids about boundaries and what they shouldn’t allow people to do to them.”  And although a faction of her online fan base shared the “WAP” performer‘s sentiments, hordes of haters blasted the Bronx native for her previous acts of misconduct, deeming her the “wrong messenger” of wisdom amid the viral contention.

told GQ in a new video feature about his “most iconic” characters. “As like, a funny way of doing it.

reported TMZ. The 20-year-old singer spent her big day with her mom, Barbara, and a small group of both her and her mom’s friends, according to the outlet. Things at the party took a turn when Bhabie began shaking her tail feathers and twerking up a storm.

Law enforcement officers in Ohio have filed a lawsuit against rapper Afroman alleging that he invaded their privacy by using images of them raiding his house.Afroman, whose real name is Joseph Foreman, had his house raided in August 2022 by officers with the Adam’s County Sheriff’s Office. The officers were acting on a warrant asserting probable cause for narcotics being stored and kidnappings taking place on the property. No evidence of criminal activity was found on the property and no charges were filed.Foreman recorded the raid on a series of security cameras on his property and inside his house.Video footage shows police ramming down his door, searching his wardrobe, opening CD cases, and at one point briefly glancing at a lemon pound cake on his counter — a moment repeatedly referenced by Foreman in subsequent songs.He later used the footage of officers searching his home in music videos mocking the situation and questioning the raid.“I asked myself, as a powerless Black man in America, what can I do to the cops that kicked my door in, tried to kill me in front of my kids, stole my money and disconnected my cameras?” Foreman told NPR in an interview.

Several bison belonging to rapper Rick Ross escaped his property just south of Atlanta last week, causing some confusion in the neighborhood as residents reported seeing them roaming around yards and walking near homes.On Tuesday, Ross posted several videos on his Instagram saying the animals were his and introducing one of the bison named “Timbuktu.”“When y’all come across Timbuktu, just tell him y’all family. Say ‘I’m coming to show you love,'” Ross said in one video. “You may deal with puppies, dogs, I deal with cattle.”In the Instagram story, the cheerful rapper added: “When you see my buffalo, give them a carrot.

nearly 10 million monthly listeners on Spotify and held the top spot on the Billboard chart for one week with the song “Trollz” featuring Nicki Minaj. In spite of his music’s popularity, he’s also occasionally found himself in feuds with celebrities or getting kicked out of places for rowdy and inappropriate behavior.

according to footage of the attack posted online. The 26-year-old musician and ex-con was rushed to the hospital after he was attacked inside the restroom of a LA Fitness in southern Florida. A video posted to Twitter shows two men towering over 6ix9ine as he withers on the bathroom floor, trying to protect his head from the blows.

“Lead by Example With Bob Myers” podcast. “At 6 years old, I was smoking cigarettes regularly around the neighborhood,” Cole, who grew up in Fayetteville, North Carolina, told Myers, the president and general manager of the Golden State Warriors.

Instagram statement by his family. No cause of death was immediately announced.“Death has tragically knocked at our door.

the Shade Room. “I admit I shouldn’t have touch [sic] him at all but he’s BUSTA.

who died at 54 on Sunday — the group’s biggest hit, 1989’s “Me Myself and I,” was created under duress.“ ‘Me Myself and I’ was almost like a punishment,” the rapper, whose real name was David Jude Jolicoeur, told Rolling Stone in one of his final interviews. “It’s typical — the label comes and says: ‘Hey, we need one more, but we need something poppy and something familiar.’ ”The song — which went on to become De La Soul’s only No.

his horrific murder that took place in front of her.Stephanie Sibounheuang was having lunch with the Philadelphia native, whose real name is Rakim Hasheem Allen, when a robber shot him at Roscoe’s Chicken and Waffles in Los Angeles on Sept. 12.The “Selfish” hitmaker, 30, was rushed to a nearby hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.Speaking out about the harrowing ordeal, Sibounheuang — who shared 2-year-old daughter Xuri with PnB Rock — said she’s “100% not ok” a month later.“My man saved my life, throwing me under that table.

died suddenly at the age of 59 on Wednesday, never stopped performing.The “Gangsta’s Paradise” rapper’s last performances as well as his final social media post have resurfaced after his death as tributes come pouring in online.Coolio’s last performances as well as his final social media post have resurfaced after his death.The Compton native — born Artis Leon Ivey Jr. — shared what would be his last social media post, just one week ago.“What am I doing? #guess #thoughts #sayanything,” the caption read.The snap showed the singer’s back turned to the camera, seated in front of a vanity mirror while rocking a checkered shirt, Nikes and a ball cap — with holes to allow his iconic braids to show through.A post shared by Coolio (@coolio)Just five days before his death, he performed at The Roundup Music Venue in Texas.

Coolio after he was found lying lifeless on the floor of a friend’s LA home on Wednesday. According to TMZ, paramedics rushed to the residence in the late afternoon after the pal discovered the 59-year-old star’s body inside a bathroom. Crews spent 45 minutes performing CPR on the “Gangster’s Paradise” hitmaker before he was pronounced dead.

his death.The late recording artist’s 2016 hit “Selfish” was the most streamed song in the US on Apple Music Thursday and the second most listened to song internationally on the platform.The song — with a refrain of “I want you all to myself” — has a trap beat under PnB’s singing and verses. The 30-year-old Philadelphia native, whose real name is Rakim Hasheem Allen, was shot by a robber at a Roscoe’s Chicken and Waffles in Los Angeles Monday afternoon.

said the incident happened in downtown Halifax early Sunday. Stay was found with stab wounds and was taken to a hospital where he later died.His death has been ruled a homicide and is being investigated.

ABC7 Chicago reported that police had responded to a shooting that occurred earlier that morning, which allegedly involved the 31-year-old rapper — whose real name is Tristian Hamilton, the station reported — according to those close to the hip-hop community in the city.A man and a woman were inside their vehicle when the unknown offender pulled up in a black four-door sedan, got out and opened fire at the victims before jumping back into their car.The 29-year-old female victim sustained gunshot wounds to the left arm and upper back, according to ABC7 Chicago, and was transferred to Advocate Christ Medical Center where she’s now in critical condition.#FBGCash was shot and killed this morning in Chicago on 81st

violate Georgia’s RICO Act as well as participation in a criminal street gang.He was denied bond, as Fulton County Judge Ural Glanville said that he has concerns of the rapper being a danger to the community.The rapper, who’s real name is Jeffery Lamar Williams, is alleged by prosecutors to belong to a violent street gang called Young Slime Life. Prosecutors say that the gang has committed crimes including murders, shootings, and carjackings.

NBC Miami.The vehicle overturned and caught fire after it crashed into the building. Three people, including the 23-year-old Carralero, were pronounced dead, according to local reports.The trio was identified as Carralero, Bayle Pricilla Bucceri, 23, Candido Miguel Barroso-Nodarse, 22. The cause of the crash remains under investigation.

found guilty of manslaughter in April for the 2017 killing of John Jolly, a 55-year-old vagrant and sex offender.“The defendant had committed a senseless and unwarranted act of violence that took the life of one of the city’s most vulnerable populations — the homeless,” said prosecutor Mark Dahl, who asked that Glover be sentenced to 18 years in prison.The Rock and Roll Hall of Famer — whose band churned out chart-topping tunes such as “Freedom” and “The Message” in the early 1980s — had faced up to 25 years in prison.During the sentencing hearing, Glover claimed he’d been wrongly cast as a killer.“I’m very disappointed in the way that that this whole situation played out. I’ve been portrayed as a callous and senseless [killer]… which is far from the person who I am,” he said in Manhattan Supreme Court.

tweeted a link to his Oklama website, where he revealed his new record’s title and release date.The new album will be out on May 13.He announced the news on his Instagram with a heartfelt note that said “appreciate your patience.”Back in August 2021, Lamar first poked fun at his new record on his website, which, at the time, he called “final TDE album.” “May the Most High continue to use Top Dawg as a vessel for candid creators. As I continue to pursue my life’s calling,” he scribbled on the site.

DeKalb County police, the musician was shot March 25 on Golf Vista Circle.He died from his injuries at a nearby hospital on April 3. Cops responded to a Chevron gas station on Snapfinger Woods Drive where they found Eversole suffering from a gunshot wound.Kraus was arrested and charged after the shooting.His was first charged with aggravated assault, however, his crimes were changed to murder after Eversole died.Eversole is best known for his 2002 hit “We Ready,” which featured fellow rapper Bubba Sparxxx. The man who gave us “We Ready, the greatest Game Day anthem ever, has passed away at 37 years old.

untimely death last month at the age of 65 shocked fans around the world. However, the “Full House” alum filmed one more project before he passed: a rap video.Saget starred in a music video for rapper Desiigner’s new single “Bakin’.”The song features singers Slushii & DJ Whoo Kid and dropped on Friday. The video first opens with Snoop Dogg suggesting that Desiigner, 24, should “get Bob on the job.” Saget then comes in blazing and starts cooking up bacon, catching money and dancing to the music alongside adult film star Kendra Sunderland.The video, which contains some language not suitable for kids, includes a special tribute at the end of the video for the late actor.

The Sun reported.Two children — ages one and five — were sitting in the back with a woman, said Alvaro Zabaleta, a Miami-Dade Police Department rep.

Instagram.“What I go through to make videos for y’all,” she captioned her video. She has since turned off comments for the post.The quick clip had the R&B singer laying on a carpet where she rocked a braid and lace bodysuit.