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  • 50 Cent Slams NYC Mayoral Candidate Over “Defund the Police” Stance and Wealth Tax Plan

    50 Cent Slams NYC Mayoral Candidate Over “Defund the Police” Stance and Wealth Tax Plan

    50 warns New York could become “Gotham City” under Zohran Mamdani’s proposals

    50 Cent is speaking out against Democratic mayoral hopeful Zohran Mamdani, strongly criticizing the candidate’s support for police budget cuts and increased taxes on the wealthy.

    Taking to Instagram, the Queens rapper and mogul dismissed Mamdani’s “defund the police” platform as dangerous, despite having had his own run-ins with law enforcement in New York City.
    “New York turns into Gotham City if you defund the police,” he wrote. “Trust me on this one, that’s not a good idea buddy.”

    He followed up with a second post featuring an AI-generated image of a dystopian New York, captioned:
    “Escape from New York coming if you’re not careful.”

    50 Cent also took issue with Mamdani’s proposed tax hike for high-income residents, including a 2% increase for those earning over $1 million annually, as well as a plan to raise $10 billion through corporate taxes. Reacting to a clip of Mamdani explaining the policy on The Breakfast Club, 50 posted:
    “Where did he come from whose friend is this? I’m not feeling this plan no. I will give him $258,750 and a first class one way ticket away from NY. I’m telling Trump what he said too!”

    Mamdani, aware of 50’s disapproval, even name-checked the rapper during the interview, saying:
    “I know 50 Cent is listening… but this is about $20,000 a year.”

    The rapper’s latest political commentary adds fuel to the ongoing debate around public safety and wealth redistribution in New York City, especially as the 2025 mayoral race heats up.

  • Drake Responds to T-Pain’s Criticism Over Longevity in Music: “This Guy Always Had Resentment”

    Drake Responds to T-Pain’s Criticism Over Longevity in Music: “This Guy Always Had Resentment”

    6 God fires back after T-Pain suggests he should “gracefully bow out”

    Drake has clapped back at T-Pain after the singer made comments suggesting the Canadian rapper should consider stepping back from music.

    During a recent appearance on the Crash Dummies podcast, T-Pain called out what he saw as inconsistency in Drake’s career approach, referencing a past quote where Drake said he wanted to “gracefully bow out” rather than be “kicked out.” T-Pain contrasted that with what he sees as Drake’s refusal to let go:
    “Drake is like, ‘No, listen. OK, I got another one. Y’all ain’t like that one? OK, real quick, just one more,’” he said.

    Drake didn’t let the remarks slide, taking to Instagram to respond:
    “This guy always had resentment for me [laughing emoji]. You can hear it every time he speaks on my name.”

    T-Pain has been increasingly vocal about his opinions on Drake, previously alleging that the rapper’s collaborative album with PartyNextDoor, $ome $exy $ongs 4 U, was composed of leftover tracks from previous projects. He claimed:
    “These are all the songs that didn’t make my previous albums. Go for it, bro. Put verses on these songs.”

    Despite his recent criticisms, T-Pain has kept his distance from the rap civil war between Drake and Kendrick Lamar, saying bluntly:
    “Drake or Kendrick? I choose to mind my fucking business.”

    As the back-and-forth between the two artists continues, fans are left wondering if this tension will spill into music—or remain a war of words online.

  • Protester Arrested After Disrupting Kendrick Lamar’s Record-Breaking Super Bowl Halftime Show

    Protester Arrested After Disrupting Kendrick Lamar’s Record-Breaking Super Bowl Halftime Show

    Performer waved “Free Gaza” flag during live broadcast, faces legal action and NFL ban

    Kendrick Lamar’s historic Super Bowl halftime show was briefly overshadowed by an unexpected protest that has now resulted in an arrest.

    Zul-Qarnain Kwame Nantambu, a 41-year-old performer from New Orleans, disrupted the February performance by running across the field waving a Sudanese flag emblazoned with the words “Free Gaza.” Though he was officially part of the halftime production, Nantambu’s act was unsanctioned and caught organizers off guard. Security swiftly detained him on the field.

    While he had authorized access to the stadium as part of the entertainment crew, officials confirmed he did not have permission to stage a demonstration. After an investigation, an arrest warrant was issued. Nantambu later turned himself in and was charged with resisting an officer and disturbing the peace.

    Kendrick Lamar has not commented publicly on the incident. The NFL issued a firm statement condemning the act and confirmed that Nantambu has been banned from all NFL games and events.

    Despite the disruption, Kendrick’s performance drew a record-breaking 133.5 million viewers, surpassing Michael Jackson’s 1993 halftime viewership. The game itself also broke records with an average of 126 million viewers.









  • Hailie Jade Reflects on Father Eminem’s Privacy Struggles After Becoming a Mom

    Hailie Jade Reflects on Father Eminem’s Privacy Struggles After Becoming a Mom

    Hailie says parenthood gave her a deeper appreciation of her dad’s protective instincts

    Hailie Jade, daughter of rap legend Eminem, has opened up about how becoming a parent has changed her perspective on privacy — and deepened her understanding of the struggles her father faced shielding their family from the public eye.

    In a recent interview with People, Hailie reflected on her experience growing up in the spotlight and how that has shaped her own approach to parenting since welcoming her first child, Evan Marshall McClintock, in March. “Having been in the spotlight for so long, I’ve learned the importance of balancing what I share publicly with what I keep private,” she said.

    She added, “Over time, I’ve come to understand the struggle my father faced — wanting to protect our privacy while also feeling proud and wanting to celebrate his kids.”

    Hailie now aims to carry on that tradition with her own child. “I want to share the proud, joyful moments… but I’m also intentional about keeping certain parts of our lives just for us,” she said.

    The baby’s middle name honors Eminem, whose real name is Marshall Mathers. Family and friends, including 50 Cent and sister Alaina, have shared their love and support for Hailie and baby Evan.





  • Will Smith Throws Subtle Shots at Chris Rock in New Freestyle: “Expect Me on the Stage”

    Oscar-winner reignites feud with veiled barbs and bars from flop comeback album

    Will Smith appears to have reignited his feud with Chris Rock through a pointed freestyle delivered on Apple Music’s Fire in the Booth. While the Men in Black star doesn’t name Rock directly, he leaves little doubt about the target of his lines.

    “If you talking crazy out your face up on the stage and disrespect me on the stage, expect me on the stage,” Smith raps in a clear reference to the infamous 2022 Oscars slap. He continues with, “Jokers dish it out, cry foul when it’s time to take it / City full of real ones, wasn’t raised to fake it.”

    Chris Rock has yet to respond to the apparent diss.

    The freestyle adds to a series of recent lyrical moments where Smith has addressed his public controversies. His 2025 comeback album Based on a True Story — which failed to chart on the Billboard 200 — opens with barbershop-style commentary touching on his Oscar fallout, family scrutiny, and public relevance.

    Tracks like “You Lookin’ For Me?” also touch on his personal life, with references to wife Jada Pinkett Smith: “Personal life with my wife – mind your business, it’s complicated.”

    Smith said advice from JAY-Z and Kendrick Lamar inspired the project, especially the album title. “Jay told me, ‘Don’t fake your story,’” Smith recalled. “That’s where I got Based on a True Story from.”

  • Scott Storch Calls Out The Roots: “They Were Haters When I Started Working With Dre”

    Scott Storch Calls Out The Roots: “They Were Haters When I Started Working With Dre”

    Producer says he was underappreciated and branded “the white devil” during his time with the grou

    Veteran producer Scott Storch has taken aim at his former group, The Roots, accusing them of being “haters” after he left the band to collaborate with Dr. Dre.

    In a recent interview with controversial host Patrick Bet-David, Storch reflected on his time as a member of the Philadelphia hip-hop collective from 1993 to 1995. “I did a lot of stuff for them, very underappreciated,” he said. “I came up with a lot of the nucleus of what that shit was.” Storch also recalled being compared to Pete Best, the drummer who left The Beatles before their rise to superstardom.

    He went on to say the group dismissed him after his departure, calling him “the white devil” and disregarding his contributions. “I’m not gonna go on the road with a bunch of guys that don’t appreciate me,” he added. “I’m the fucking guy coming up with all the shit.”

    Storch further claimed The Roots turned on him when he started working with Dr. Dre on 2001, branding them “all haters.”

    The Roots have yet to respond to the allegations.

    Storch also opened up about trying to help the late DMX battle addiction, saying, “It was like the blind leading the blind.”









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  • Kanye West Salutes Anna Wintour Despite Vogue Fallout

    Kanye West Salutes Anna Wintour Despite Vogue Fallout

    Rapper Acknowledges Former Ally as Fashion Icon Steps Down

    Kanye West has publicly paid tribute to Anna Wintour following her departure as editor-in-chief of Vogue after a 37-year reign — despite the pair’s strained professional ties in recent years.

    On his X (formerly Twitter) account, West shared a photo of himself with Wintour at a fashion show, captioned: “Thank you Anna for your support and friendship for so many years 🐐.” The gesture surprised many, considering Vogue cut ties with the rapper in 2022 over his controversial antisemitic remarks.

    Wintour had once been one of West’s key supporters in the fashion world, even donning Yeezy sunglasses at one point. She also played a behind-the-scenes role in defusing a public clash between West and Vogue editor Gabriella Karefa-Johnson, who had condemned West’s “White Lives Matter” apparel as harmful.

    Though the fallout led to Vogue affirming its support for Karefa-Johnson and denouncing West’s behavior, the rapper still appears to hold admiration for Wintour. In his tribute, West seemed to focus on their long-standing personal rapport, setting aside the past controversies that fractured their professional relationship.

  • Kendrick Lamar & SZA Make History with Record-Breaking Grand National Tour

    Kendrick Lamar & SZA Make History with Record-Breaking Grand National Tour

    The TDE duo earns over $256M, setting a new benchmark for co-headlining tours

    Kendrick Lamar and SZA have officially shattered records, now holding the title for the highest-grossing co-headlining tour in music history. Their Grand National Tour has generated a massive $256.4 million from just 23 shows across the United States and Canada.

    The groundbreaking run has seen the Top Dawg Entertainment stars perform for over 1.1 million fans, with each show averaging 48,000 attendees and $11.1 million in revenue. These numbers place the tour at the top of the charts for joint tours, cementing Kendrick and SZA’s legacy as dominant forces in hip-hop and R&B.

    The duo’s success isn’t just measured in dollars—it’s also reflected in their connection on stage. During a recent stop in Maryland, SZA publicly praised Kendrick, giving him his flowers in front of a roaring crowd.

    With the North American leg nearing its conclusion, the Grand National Tour has proven to be more than a concert series—it’s a cultural milestone. And with this kind of momentum, fans are eagerly wondering what’s next from the TDE powerhouses.


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