Hip Hop Talk

A$AP Rocky playfully referred to Tyler, The Creator as his ‘annoying little brother.’ Rocky expressed both annoyance and affection, calling Tyler a ‘piece of sh*t’ but loving him as family. Tyler almost fainted upon hearing Rocky’s not guilty…

When Ray Vaughn squared off with Joey Bada$$, Kendrick Lamar was in his corner, offering guidance. Vaughn revealed he had Kendrick on the phone during some intense exchanges. Kendrick advised Vaughn to sometimes hold back, saying it was…

The Wu-Tang Clan is back in the video game world after 25 years. Their new game, ‘Wu-Tang: Rise of the Deceiver,’ is a cooperative action RPG. Players will team up to find missing Wu-Tang members and protect Shaolin.…

Brace yourselves for a twist in the world of hip hop cinema! Eminem once had the bold idea of casting none other than Mariah Carey as his mother in the iconic film ‘8 Mile’. During a riveting episode…

The rap world is buzzing with Lil Wayne’s latest release, ‘Tha Carter VI’. However, the highly anticipated album has stumbled out of the gate with streaming numbers falling short of fan expectations. Released after a five-year hiatus, this…

Imagine waiting eagerly for a concert, only to have it canceled last minute. That’s what happened to fans of SiR when his Toronto show was unexpectedly axed. Rumors abound, but one reason seems to stand out — a…

In a heartfelt social media moment, pop superstar Justin Bieber gave a shoutout to none other than Lil Wayne, declaring him the ‘GOAT’ of rap during a FaceTime chat. Justin Bieber recently took to Instagram to share his…

Russ got hit financially for not clearing a sample on a hit song. The song “Losin Control” went big before sample clearance. Russ could have cleared the sample cheap early on. He ended up paying around $850,000 due…

Cam’ron recently shared a surprising backstory about one of his biggest hits, “I Really Mean It.” During an episode of his sports talk show, Cam’ron revealed that the track was initially penned for Lil’ Kim. He explained, “I…

JAY-Z is making headlines with his latest million-dollar bet on the NBA Finals, hoping for a Thunder victory. The hip-hop mogul has wagered $1 million on Oklahoma City Thunder to win against Indiana Pacers in just five games.…

In the concrete jungle where dreams are made, a question echoes through the graffiti-strewn alleys and hip-hop clubs of New York City: Who reigns supreme as the King of New York? In the red corner, we have Nas,…

In the world of hip-hop, few names loom as large as Tupac Shakur and The Notorious B.I.G. These giants of the genre not only transformed hip-hop musically but also culturally, leaving a legacy that continues to inspire artists…

If you’ve ever bobbed your head to the beats of classic rap, you know these two names are synonymous with the golden era of hip-hop. But have you ever wondered who among these legends stands taller in the…

In the ever-evolving realm of hip-hop (for better or worse), the debate around the genre’s most influential artists remains a topic of heated debate. Today we’re delving into the intricate artistry of hip-hop and taking a look at…

Unlike pop music, the hip-hop scene is exceptionally rich with talented wordsmiths. Which opens the debate over who stands as the paramount lyricist. In hip-hop, especially, lyricism is a cornerstone that separates the good from the legendary. As…

In hip-hop history, certain years stand out for their groundbreaking contributions, and 2013 is undoubtedly one of them. This was a year that saw the emergence of new voices and the solidification of established ones, creating a seismic…

In the distinct world of rap, where lyricism is king, an epic clash of the giants Method Man and Eminem stands out. This isn’t just a debate; it’s a deep-dive into the core of what makes these MCs…

Lil Wayne’s domination of the rap game started out of necessity. By 2005, Cash Money Records, the label Weezy had been signed to since he was 11 years old, was in a very bad spot. Over the prior…

Generations are a myth. The idea that everyone who was born around the same time has a common worldview or set of characteristics was born sometime in the 1860s, but didn’t really take off until the early 1990s.…

In this fiftieth anniversary year of hip-hop, there has been a whole lot of talk about rappers. But there has been less talk about what makes rappers great. There are plenty of qualities that make rappers notable. Some, like…

For all of the arguments over whether August 11, 2023 was really hip-hop’s 50th birthday, one thing about the culture remains clear. No matter when you think its beginnings took place, or who was responsible, hip-hop’s creation was…

Battles have been an integral part of hip-hop since the beginning. In fact, since before the beginning. Uprocking dance battles, which began in the late 1960s, were closely tied to street gang fights. Long before rappers were throwing…