Jay-Z’s Allegations in Amended Civil Suit Tied to 2000 VMAsShawn “Jay-Z” Carter has addressed allegations made in an amended civil lawsuit accusing him and Sean “Diddy” Combs of sexually assaulting a 13-year-old girl at an after-party following the 2000 Video Music Awards. The lawsuit, filed on Sunday, December 8, 2024, has prompted a legal response
After the heated feud between Drake and Kendrick Lamar earlier in 2024, Rolling Stone declared Kendrick the victor while his incendiary diss track “Not Like Us” racked up over 900 million Spotify streams and broke the record for most weeks at No. 1 on Billboard’s Hot Rap Songs chart. In response, Drake’s Frozen Moments LLC has
2025 Halftime Show Controversy After it was announced that Kendrick Lamar would headline the 2025 Super Bowl halftime show in New Orleans on February 9, fans online immediately voiced strong opinions about the decision. Though Kendrick had a major year after his highly publicized beef with Drake, many still believed that New Orleans native Lil Wayne should
When Dame Dash’s auction of his one-third share in Roc-A-Fella Records finally took place, months of legal battles, delays, and public intrigue ensued.The lead-up to the auction was marked by disputes over royalties, legal motions, and Jay-Z’s involvement in claims about the rights to Reasonable Doubt. This breakdown explores the key developments and the controversy
Since its inception, hip-hop’s relationship with the Grammy Awards has been marked by tension and controversy. From early dismissals of the genre to ongoing disputes over recognition, many rap artists have voiced their frustrations with the ceremony. Over the years, several high-profile rappers have taken a stand by boycotting the awards. Here are a few
Origins of Drill and Its Ties to Chicago’s Streets Originating in Chicago, drill rappers have long been linked to legal battles, incarceration, and even tragic deaths. As this hip-hop subgenre gained momentum, the city faced a 38% spike in homicides, driven largely by gang violence concentrated on the South Side. With “drill” as slang for “kill,”