(ThyBlackMan.com) Rap began as genre of music to not only to express happiness and fun and partying but also a genre of music to express anguish, strife, and struggle. the genre in its truest form is either loved for telling the truth or derided for over-exaggerating conditions some don’t want to believe are real. In the nearly three decades since the first emcees rocked party’s in Brooklyn rap has gone through many transformations as it’s become mainstream American culture instead of counter or sub-culture. These transformations have been as much geographic as they have been aural. the transformation that sticks out the most, and is often heavily criticized is the mainstream rise of Southern rap. the King of that game none other than Cash Money/Young Money emcee Lil Wayne.
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Lil Wayne: Beyond Rap…
Posted: 26th December 2011 by Staff in Lyfe JenningsTags: brooklyn, decades, Lil Wayne, strife
Stop Hating On Lil Wayne's Baby Mamas!
Posted: 17th December 2011 by Staff in Lauren London lil wayneTags: Lil Wayne, photos, twitter
Believe it or not, all of Lil Wayne’s baby’s mothers are real people with real feelings.
Over the weekend, a nasty rumor hit the Internet claiming that Lauren London was pregnant with baby number two by The-Dream.
Lil Wayne, Drake, Rick Ross & More Join Rap-A-Lot 25th Anniversary Box Set
Posted: 28th November 2011 by Staff in Lil WayneTags: heavyweights, industry insiders, j prince, Lil Wayne, rap a lot records, yo gotti
From Scarface and the Geto Boys, to Devin the Dude, to UGK, Rap-A-Lot records has become an institution in hip-hop, not just epitomizing quality music, but also pioneering independent music hustle.
The King of the empire, J. Prince, is celebrating his company’s 25th anniversary with a box set of music and accompanying DVD to be released on December 6.
Busta Rhymes Joins Cash Money, Drops New Single
Posted: 20th November 2011 by Staff in Mystikal songTags: Bow Wow, Busta Rhymes, cash money records, gries, Lil Wayne, wayne drake
Busta Rhymes and Mystikal have found a new home at Cash Money Records. Busta confirmed the news at the Google Music launch.
“I’m extremely proud to be aligned with Cash Money,” says Busta.
‘Hip Hop King’ Lil Wayne to play in City
Posted: 15th November 2011 by Staff in Lil WayneTags: controversy, Drake, entertainment company, Lil Wayne, money 97
GRAMMY Award-winning, multi-platinum hip hop artist Lil Wayne will bring his I Am still Music tour to the Bellville Velodrome on December 7, in association with Canoc Productions and Channel O.
This will be the rapper’s first visit to our shores.
Mary J. Blige Releases New Video and Behind The Scenes Footage (a top story)::Mary J. Blige News ::antiMusic.com
Posted: 6th November 2011 by Staff in Rick RossTags: journey, Lil Wayne, mp3s, yahoo news
. on Friday Mary J. Blige Releases new Video and Behind The Scenes Footage was a top story. here is the recap: (popmusiclife) Mary J. Blige’s new album, “My Life II: The Journey Continues, Act 1,” is due November 21. The set features guest appearances by Beyonce, Nas and Rick Ross, and the deluxe version adds a track with Lil’ Wayne and Diddy.
Blige has just issued the video for the track “25/8,” and has offered up some behind the scenes footage of the making of the video, as well.
Drake Lists His Top Five Hip Hop Albums Of All Time
Posted: 6th November 2011 by Staff in love and hip hopTags: cadences, Lil Wayne, mick boogie mixtape, sophomore album, source magazine
Drizzy picks some of the most influential albums on his life and career.
For his recent cover story with The Source magazine, Drake spoke with former Editor-in-Chief Kim Osorio about his five favorite Hip Hop albums of all time. during the interview, he named offerings from The Notorious B.I.G., Jay-Z, OutKast, Clipse and Little Brother as his most coveted picks.
Drake Says Kanye West Changed From Inspirer To Competitor, "…He Was A Really Great Competitor…"
Posted: 5th November 2011 by Staff in kanye westTags: collaboration, excerpt, joint effort, Lil Wayne, rappers, tim westwood
Based on an excerpt from his feature, Drizzy admits he now views Yeezy as competition.
Drake’s Taking Care of Business
Posted: 2nd November 2011 by Staff in Lil WayneTags: hellip, hometown, Lil Wayne, money business, noah, november 1
Published: Monday, October 31, 2011
Updated: Tuesday, November 1, 2011
Drake’s fans may have been disappointed when his upcoming album wasn’t released on Oct. 24, but he’s sure not to disappoint with his album that will now be dropped on Nov. 15. Drake’s forthcoming album, “Take Care,” is predicted to do well.
Amber Rose Has Competition As Lola Monroe Signs To Wiz Khalifa’s Record Label
Posted: 1st November 2011 by Staff in wiz khalifa and amber roseTags: Lil Wayne, twitter
Wiz Khalifa now has a second voluptuous woman vying for his attention as it has been announced that Lola Monroe has signed to his Taylor Gang record label.
Lola will be dropping her debut LP in November, but in the meantime, she has nothing but kind words to say of the Black and Yellow rapper. "We got it in with Taylor Gang. Wwe Taylored now," she told Atlanta’s V-103.
Lil Wayne, Birdman And Nicki Minaj All Laughs On Video Set
Posted: 31st October 2011 by Staff in Lil WayneTags: Lil Wayne, miami florida, playfully, smiles
MIAMI, FLORIDA— despite the song title, it was all smiles on the set of the video for Birdman’s latest single “Y.U. mad.” Lil Wayne and his female counterpart were on-hand for the Gil Green-directed visual for the lead single off Baby’s upcoming Bigga than Life album.
[24HourHipHop Exclusive Interview] ILL Times ILL Clothing Company « 24HourHipHop.com
Posted: 28th October 2011 by Staff in hip hop clothingTags: inspiration, Lil Wayne, motivation
24hourhiphop.com sat down with ILL Times ILL Clothing Company, in an exclusive interview, we find out what inspires these young entreprenuers and what drives their motivation.
Check out the inverview below and photos of some of their clothing line. Also make sure to click on their ads found on 24hourhiphop.com!
Weezy Has A Girlfriend: Lil Wayne Steps Out With Skylar Diggins
Posted: 27th October 2011 by Staff in mediatakeoutTags: college basketball, fighting irish, girlfriend, Lil Wayne, match
It seems Lil Wayne has a new girlfriend. Weezy’s said to be stepping out with none other than Skylar Diggins, the Notre Dame women’s college basketball star. The two were apparently seen together at a WNBA game last night.according to MediaTakeOut.com, Lil Wayne and Skylar Diggins “looked very much like a couple” at the WNBA finals game. aside from the obvious age difference (Skylar is 21 years old, Weezy is 29), is this a good match? Possibly. Skylar is certainly a superstar in the sports world, and with Wayne at her side, well, she’s even more famous. Hopefully all the attention won’t throw her off her game. This woman can play some hoops!
Lil Wayne Reveals Plans To Retire At 35
Posted: 27th October 2011 by Staff in Lil WayneTags: gq, Lil Wayne, money record, record label
Lil Wayne has revealed that he plans to retire from music at the age of 35. the 29 year-old rapper had previously suggested that he would call it a day sometime during his early 30s, but now the hip-hop star seems final on his decision. “Basically, I have been doing this for 18 years, that’s reason number one. I have accomplished all that I have set out to accomplish and more,” Lil Wayne told GQ. he added: “six years I can do this Lil Wayne thing, and my boys will be about 7 and 8 years old. And man, it’s all about them then. Whatever they’re into,” said the father of four.” But the singer won’t be too far out of the game though, planning to focus all attention on his Young Money record label, which has unearthed upcoming talent such as Nicki Minaj and Drake in recent years. Lil Wayne recently released his latest album ‘Tha Carter IV’, which sold 964,000 copies in the U.S. during its first week.
Celebrities are coming to Birmingham for the Magic City Classic
Posted: 26th October 2011 by Staff in Nelly songTags: game event, Lil Wayne, Ludacris
Birmingham Mayor William Bell is ready to welcome fans and celebrities to town this week for the 70th State Farm Magic City Classic. here, he stands in the mayor’s suite at Legion Field, which is where the game will be played on Saturday between Alabama State University and Alabama A&M University. (The Birmingham News / Michelle Campbell)
BIRMINGHAM, Alabama — The Magic City Classic is not only pulling fans to Birmingham. It’s also attracting celebrities.