Pastor Jamal Bryant, leader of New Birth Missionary Baptist Church, is making headlines after publicly urging Clark Atlanta University to posthumously award Tupac Shakur an honorary degree. The proposed honor is based on the claim that the late rap icon once attended the school. However, multiple biographers and Hip-Hop historians have called the statement flat-out false. During a recent appearance on The GAUD Show podcast, Bryant declared that Shakur went to Clark Atlanta University for a semester before joining Digital Underground and launching his music career. “I grew up with Tupac in Baltimore,” he said. “A lot of y’all out in California…
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Smokey Robinson is facing serious accusations and a $50 million lawsuit in Los Angeles where four former housekeepers claim the Motown legend sexually assaulted them at his homes in the San Fernando Valley and Las Vegas. The women allege Smokey Robinson isolated them and coerced them into sexual acts against their will. The civil complaint, filed Tuesday, includes claims of sexual assault, sexual battery, false imprisonment and gender-based violence. Robinson’s attorney, Christopher Frost, issued a sharp rebuttal, calling the lawsuit “vile” and insisting the allegations are fabricated. Frost said the case is “simply an ugly method of trying to extract…
Jamaican dancehall sensation I-Octane sat down with AllHipHop’s Chuck “Jigsaw” Creekmur at WonWorld Studios for a conversation that went far beyond music. Known for his conscious vibes, I-Octane opened up about his journey from extreme poverty to global recognition. And some how he manages to stay grounded in spirituality and purpose. He explains the inspiration behind his new album God and I, how he protects his energy and why true wealth starts in the mind—not the bank. More like a TedTalk than interview, Octane delves into personal philosophies on evolution, detachment from stress and realigning life like a well-organized room. He…
N.O.R.E. accused a Houston restaurant staffer of endangering his life and calling the police over a bottle of wine in what he described as a racist encounter. On Wednesday (May 7), rapper and media personality N.O.R.E. took to Instagram to recount a disturbing incident he said unfolded while dining with friends in Houston. According to […] AllHipHop.com Since 1998, AllHipHop.com has pioneered delivering Hip-Hop news. Get our daily email for exclusive, breaking news, and weekly digests, all curated for the true Hip-Hop enthusiast. Stay connected and informed with the heartbeat of Hip-Hop culture. Subscribe now! Subscribe N.O.R.E. accused a Houston…
Tiny Harris is urging a toy giant to “play ball” following a $71.5 million court win in the OMG Girlz lawsuit. AllHipHop.com Since 1998, AllHipHop.com has pioneered delivering Hip-Hop news. Get our daily email for exclusive, breaking news, and weekly digests, all curated for the true Hip-Hop enthusiast. Stay connected and informed with the heartbeat of Hip-Hop culture. Subscribe now! Subscribe Tiny Harris is celebrating a major courtroom win while fighting to hold on to the hefty payout after a federal judge finalized a $71.5 million judgment in favor of her, T.I. and the OMG Girlz in their legal battle…
Kehlani has found support from fellow artist Vic Mensa, who penned an Instagram post on Wednesday (May 7) applauding her stance on the ongoing Gaza War. The singer included her pro-Palestinian views in her new video, “Next 2 U,” sparking backlash. Consequently, some of her concerts, including a planned Central Park show during Pride Month, have been canceled due to security concerns raised by New York City officials. Vic Mensa, however, sees her willingness to speak out about important issues as nothing but brave. “Few artists, and even fewer at your level of success, have chosen to center humanity and…
Drake is being accused of trying to muzzle Hip-Hop’s long-standing tradition of lyrical combat in an attempt to undermine the First Amendment with his lawsuit against Kendrick Lamar. The rapper faces renewed legal resistance from Universal Music Group over his lawsuit targeting Lamar’s chart-topping diss track “Not Like Us.” The legal battle stems from a heated two-month lyrical exchange in 2024 between Drake and Kendrick Lamar, which saw the two rap heavyweights trade nine diss tracks. Drake’s lawsuit initially centered on the lyric in “Not Like Us” that he claims defamed him by calling him a “certified pedophile.” But after…
SZA revealed she owes Beyoncé publishing rights for using lyrics from “Listen” on “SOS” but says the music icon never asked her to pay up. AllHipHop.com Since 1998, AllHipHop.com has pioneered delivering Hip-Hop news. Get our daily email for exclusive, breaking news, and weekly digests, all curated for the true Hip-Hop enthusiast. Stay connected and informed with the heartbeat of Hip-Hop culture. Subscribe now! Subscribe SZA admitted she owes Beyoncé a chunk of her publishing rights after borrowing lyrics from the pop icon’s 2006 ballad “Listen.” SZA used some of the lyrics for her 2022 track “SOS”, but says the…
Julie McKnight directly addressed Jaguar Wright’s claims about Brian McKnight allegedly abusing her during their marriage. AllHipHop.com Since 1998, AllHipHop.com has pioneered delivering Hip-Hop news. Get our daily email for exclusive, breaking news, and weekly digests, all curated for the true Hip-Hop enthusiast. Stay connected and informed with the heartbeat of Hip-Hop culture. Subscribe now! Subscribe Julie McKnight broke her silence this week to firmly reject Jaguar Wright’s explosive claims that Brian McKnight physically abused her during their marriage. In a detailed public statement, the singer and ex-wife of the R&B artist made it clear she never accused Brian of…
Megan Thee Stallion may face serious consequences after breaking Met Gala rules and bragging about it to her fans. AllHipHop.com Since 1998, AllHipHop.com has pioneered delivering Hip-Hop news. Get our daily email for exclusive, breaking news, and weekly digests, all curated for the true Hip-Hop enthusiast. Stay connected and informed with the heartbeat of Hip-Hop culture. Subscribe now! Subscribe When you go to fancy events like the Met Gala, you better know there are rules. I know it looked like all the Black people there were running the show, but make no mistake about it, Anna Wintour is the boss.…