Hip hop
'Boycott Target' beats Taylor Swift on iTunes
The song topped the iTunes charts, but streaming metrics more indicative of overall modern consumer behaviors showed the song making a negligible impact.
Awkward video of Travis Scott surprised no one knew him in Japan goes viral
The rapper stood in the way of dozens of commuters trying to go about their daily business as he posed for photos in an oversized hoodie.
6ix9ine alleged attackers revealed—what we know as three arrests made
The rapper suffered fractured ribs and a blood clot in his eye during the attack, which started in a gym sauna.
6ix9ine jumped video raises big questions about lack of security
The rapper was at an LA Fitness gym in south Florida when the alleged assault took place on Tuesday, and fans were wondering why it was able to happen.
Exclusive: 6ix9ine's attorney details extent of injuries after being jumped
The rapper was rushed to a hospital in Florida after he was attacked by a group of people in a public gym.
Avril Lavigne's ex Mod Sun posts cryptic note as she confirms Tyga romance
Mod Sun's fans rushed to console the musician after his former fiancée moved on with Tyga and laid on the PDA at Paris Fashion Week.
Bottle of wine from rapper 50 Cent sells for $325,000 at rodeo auction
The rapper's champagne won the Best of Show award for international wines, the same honor it received in 2021.
Busta Rhymes throws drink at woman on video, sparking huge debate
Busta Rhymes turned around to throw the drink at the woman who grabbed him, but some say he went too far.
Offset begs late rapper Takeoff to "come back" nearly 3 months after death
Takeoff was an "innocent bystander," police said, when he was shot and killed at Houston bowling alley.
Nipsey Hussle 'Family Guy' joke sparks fiery debate—"They not wrong"
Nipsey Hussle died at 33 years old after being shot in the chest outside a Los Angeles store in 2019.
Jewish leaders want to ban Kanye West from Australia: "Don't want you here"
Some Australian Jewish groups want "despicable" Ye banned from the country due to his antisemitic tweets as he plans to visit new wife Bianca Censori's family.
Trisha Paytas reacts to Eminem video resurfacing—"I will always be an icon"
Paytas credited the moment she parodied Jessica Simpson for the 2009 video in Daisy Dukes as kickstarting her career.
Meek Mill deletes music video shot in presidential palace after backlash
Meek Mill used a drone to shoot the video over the high-security building, which led Ghanaians to complain about preferential treatment for foreigners
Vic Mensa hopes Black Star Line festival will beckon U.S. artists to Africa
The Chicago rapper could not stand artists skipping Africa on their world tours, and decided to show the music industry it could be done.
Tory Lanez's decision to take son to Megan Thee Stallion trial divides fans
The rapper turned up to the court for the second day of his trial with his son Kai, believed to be about five years old.
Late rapper Juice WRLD remembered on 24th birthday: "Never be another you"
Colleagues and collaborators of the "Lucid Dreams" rapper took to the internet to celebrate his legacy and impact on fans.
Takeoff's suspected shooter, Patrick Xavier Clark, charged with murder
Migos rapper Takeoff was killed on November 1 following a shooting at a Houston bowling alley.
"J. Cole was right" trends following Kanye West's recent pro-Nazi tirade
Kanye West is under fire for making a series of virulently antisemitic statements during a Thursday appearance on InfoWars.
Takeoff's brother YRN Lingo posts emotional tribute: "I'll carry your name"
The rapper has broken his silence on the death of his older brother in a shooting.
50 Cent slams social media fascination after Migos rapper Takeoff's death
The rapper, who has been shot nine times himself, said kids in "middle America" had instant access to seeing violence on social media.
Throwback Migos photo resurfaces of group before fame after Takeoff death
Takeoff died after a "stray bullet" hit him during an alleged argument outside the venue, according to his record label.
Takeoff's death prompts revisiting of Migos breakup timeline
Takeoff was fatally shot in Houston early Tuesday morning at a bowling alley, sources report.
After Kanye West news, Parler's CEO calls October 17 "Ye Day"
Parler CEO George Farmer, who is married to conservative pundit Candace Owens, welcomed the news that West is planning to buy the platform.
Elon Musk welcomes Kanye West back to Twitter as celebrity teases 2024 run
The rapper recently made waves for wearing a "White Lives Matter" shirt and speaking out against abortion.
DaBaby Allegedly Used Megan Thee Stallion Lookalike in New Music Video
DaBaby released the song "Boogeyman" last week, and one of the lyrics alleges him having a sexual relationship with Megan Thee Stallion.
Tyler the Creator Trolls A$AP Rocky Over Scary Mosh Pit Moment
A$AP tweeted, "I will take full responsibility for the circumstances of what led to last nights show being everything it was and everything it wasn't."
Nelly and Lil Wayne Fumble With Adorable Tech Issue During Instagram Live
Many Twitter users commented on the rappers' comical exchange, with one writing: "This is like a 2000s fever dream."
DaBaby Claims He Slept With Megan Thee Stallion in New Song 'Boogeyman'
DaBaby raps that he slept with Megan multiple times in the days before she was allegedly shot by Tory Lanez and warns enemies off "poking the bear."
Cardi B Snaps Back at Twitter User Questioning Her Bisexuality
Cardi B quickly clapped back, saying she does not have to prove her sexuality after a fan seemingly called out artists who identified as bisexual.
Cardi B Pleads Guilty in 2018 Strip Club Brawl, Will Do Community Service
The rapper appeared in a Queens court on September 15 to plead guilty in a case that at one point could have landed her in prison for four years.