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Here’s How Jadakiss’ Injury Has a Surprising Tie to Biggie
The Lox rapper recently opened up about the unfortunate situation and the connection it has the late, New York rapper.
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ONE Musicfest Will Honor 50th Anniversary Of Hip Hop With Unbelievable Lineup
Kendrick Lamar, KRS-One, Kid Capri and more are scheduled to perform.
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Forget Spades, Here’s A “Dope” Card Game for Hip-Hop Heads
In honor of hip-hop’s 50th anniversary, we caught up with the creators of a “dope” party game. (And compared top 5 lists!)
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Best Rappers Over 40 in the Hip-Hop Game
Although rappers like Nas, Black Thought and Pusha T are OGs in the game, they’re still putting out some of the best music of their career.
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A History of Rappers Retiring and Unretiring Over the Years [UPDATED]
Throughout the history of hip-hop, rappers who seemingly retired always return. The Root took a look at some of those MCs.
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Styles P Is Putting Rap in the Rearview Mirror
The LOX rapper announced that he’s retiring from rap as a solo rapper, but do we believe him?
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NYC Mayor Adam’s Son is a Drill Rapper; Here’s What He Thinks About The Political pushback
Adams has previously suggested banning drill music from social media platforms.
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Ghostface Killah Receives His Own Day from NYC Mayor Eric Adams
In New York City, May 9th will now be Ghostface Killah Day.
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DJ Kay Slay’s Star-Studded Funeral Included Hip-Hop Royalty LL Cool J, Busta Rhymes, Fat Joe and More
The legendary artist was laid to rest to Sunday after Apollo Theater memorial service
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LL Cool J Announces Rock the Bells Festival Celebrating Hip-Hop Culture
LL COOL J feat. DJ Z-Trip, Ice Cube, Rick Ross, Lil’ Kim will be among the festival’s performers.