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Kanye West Albums Ranked Worst to Best
We can't say that every album he has created has been a classic but many definitely are. Check out Worst to Best: Every Kanye West Album Ranked.
Nicki Minaj’s Life Story Inspires Comedy Series for ABC Family
The life and times of Nicki Minaj are coming to a television near you. The rap superstar's rags-to-riches story will be made into a comedy for ABC Family.
Drake and Serena Williams Caught Making Out During Romantic Dinner in Cincinnati
You say he's just a friend? After years of speculation regarding whether they're just friends or romantically linked, it looks like Drake and Serena Williams are ready to come out in the open with their love.
Chris Brown’s Home Invasion Linked to Club Promoter, Police Say
There's a new lead in Chris Brown's home invasion robbery case.
Beyonce’s Bootylicious Body Will Become a Skyscraper [PHOTO]
Beyonce's bootylicious body is a work of art -- literally. The singer's famous curves are inspiring the architecture of a new skyscraper in Australia.
Ciara and Russell Wilson Are Not Having Sex After God Spoke to Him [VIDEO]
Ciara has bragged about her goodies in the past but one guy who isn't getting any of them is her boyfriend. NFL football player Russell Wilson reveals that he and the sultry singer are abstaining from sex because of a higher power -- God.
Diddy Is No Longer Facing Felony Charges in UCLA Coach Assault, But Case Isn’t Over Yet
Good news for Diddy. The Bad Boy Records founder will reportedly not be charged with a felony following his arrest for assaulting a UCLA football coach.
Kendrick Lamar Responds to Geraldo Rivera: ‘Hip-Hop Is Not the Problem, Our Reality Is the Problem’ [VIDEO]
Kendrick Lamar is clapping back at criticism – especially coming from Fox News pundit Geraldo Rivera – that his 2015 BET Awards performance of “Alright” sends a bad message to the youth.
50 Cent Disses 2015 BET Awards, Diddy for ‘Busting His Ass’ and FOX [VIDEO]
Tell 'em why you mad, son. The 2015 BET Awards was a night of celebration but one person who wasn't feeling the annual show centered on music and entertainment is 50 Cent.
10 Things We Learned From the ‘Entourage’ Movie
So what happens in the movie? Before you hit theaters on June 3 and hug it out with the bros, here are 10 Things We Learned From the Entourage Movie.
Hit or Miss, Jamie Foxx’s ‘Hollywood’ Album Doesn’t Really Matter
On the day Jamie Foxx releases his fifth album, 'Hollywood: A Story of a Dozen Roses,' we take a look at why the project doesn't really matter in the grand scheme of things when it comes to his lauded career.
Worst to Best: Every Mariah Carey Album Ranked
She's not a singer. She's an icon. Here are Mariah Carey's albums ranked, worst to best.
Is Future’s ‘I Wish I Cared’ Tweet Directed at Ciara and Russell Wilson?
Ciara seems to be moving on, but her ex may not be over her just yet. Just as CiCi has been turning heads with her rumored new man, NFL baller Russell Wilson, her former fiancé took to Twitter to post a cryptic tweet.
2 Chainz Takes a Hit From World’s Most Expensive Bong [VIDEO]
Happy 4/20, smokers. In honor of the annual day of getting high, 2 Chainz, one of rap's most famous baller stoners, takes a hit from the world's most expensive bong.
Worst to Best: Every Ciara Album Ranked
Given her storied career and recent tribulations and triumphs, we expect the album could be her most personal yet. Until then, check out Worst to Best: Every Ciara Album Ranked.
10 Alternative Career Choices Your Favorite Rappers Could Make
The Boombox is here to help. We play guidance counselor for some of your favorite MCs to assist them with the perfect career choice if they decide to hang up the mic. From Nicki Minaj to Drake to Rick Ross, check out 10 Alternative Career Choices Your Favorite Rappers Could Make.
Bon Qui Qui’s Guide to Rapper Etiquette [EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW]
The California native shares her thoughts on rapper's social norms and accepted behaviors. But she assures us, there's no hate. "This is all coming from love. Let’s be better y'all. Let’s do us.” Check out Bon Qui Qui's Guide to Rapper Etiquette.
No Days Off: Pharrell Williams’ Most Memorable Jobs
With over two decades in the game, the 'Happy' singer has showed no signs of slowing down. Here are his best resume moments to date. Check out No Days Off: Pharrell Williams' Most Memorable Jobs.
Lil Wayne Sues Birdman’s Cash Money Records for $51 Million
A milli here, a milli there. Lil Wayne's issues with Cash Money have officially hit the courtroom. The rapper is suing the record label to terminate his contract, plus he wants a whopping $51 million.
Joey Bada$$ Scores Top 5 Billboard Debut for ‘B4.Da.$$,’ Beats Lupe Fiasco in First-Week Sales
It's a good week for independent rap. New York rapper Joey Bada$$ earned amazing first-week sales for his 'B4.Da.$$' album, beating out veteran Lupe Fiasco's 'Tetsuo & Youth.'
Lil Wayne Throws the Ultimate Shots at Birdman & Cash Money on ‘Sorry 4 the Wait 2′
Birdman and Lil Wayne's professional relationship continues to unravel. After hearing Weezy's new mixtape, 'Sorry 4 the Wait 2,' Baby is apparently fuming due to disrespectful lyrics about him and Cash Money Records.
Soulja Boy Attacks Ex-Girlfriend Nia Riley on Twitter: ‘You Dumb Bitch’
Soulja Boy and his reality TV girlfriend Nia Riley have taken their drama from 'Love & Hip Hop Hollywood' to Twitter. The rapper unleashed some scathing tweets directed at her Friday morning (Jan. 23).
Pharrell and His Hat Will Star on ‘The Simpsons’
Springfield will get a visit from a famous hip-hop star very soon. Pharrell took to Instagram to reveal that he will be a guest star on a future episode of 'The Simpsons.'
G-Eazy Highlights the Female Body in NSFW ‘Tumblr Girls’ Video
Life's a beach for G-Eazy. The rapper takes to Tumblr to scoop up hotties for his new NSFW music video, 'Tumblr Girls.'
Pharrell Covers GQ Magazine as One of the Year’s Most Influential Music Makers
Pharrell's reign continues. The multitalented producer and artist covers the new issue of GQ as one of the most influential music makers in the game.
T-Pain Pays Tribute to His Grandmother in ‘Okay to Smile’ Video
T-Pain is using music to heal his pain. The singer just released a new video called 'Okay To Smile,' in memory of his late grandmother.
Funkmaster Flex Blasts Jay Z’s ‘Trash’ Life + Times Website
Funkmaster Flex has internet beef -- literally. The legendary Hot 97 DJ blasted the people behind Jay Z's Life + Times website on the radio yesterday (Jan. 15) for stealing his ideas and referred to it as "trash."
Stevie J Indicted for Failing to Pay Over $1 Million in Child Support
This is some million-dollar baby mama drama. Stevie J is known for his issues with women on the small screen and now, the 'Love & Hip Hop' star is in real-life hot water for not paying the mother of his child over $1 million in child support.
Tupac Talks Jim Belushi Friendship, Being at War Weeks Before His Death in New Interview
Nearly two decades after his death, the voice of Tupac has been resurrected. In a new interview from 1996, the rapper speaks about being at war, the origins of his name and working with fellow actor Jim Belushi while on the set of his movie 'Gang Related.'
Lupe Fiasco Quits Twitter: ‘I Never Really Liked Dealing With the Public’
One of rap's most outspoken and controversial tweeters is leaving the game. After social media rants against Kid Cudi and support for Iggy Azalea, Lupe Fiasco has announced that he's quitting Twitter and focusing his efforts on something else.