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Jay Spitty is a multimedia journalist and a senior author for Yo! Raps. Sometime after college, he took up freelancing to chase his dream of one day writing for the music publications. His interests include (but aren't limited to) Hip-Hop, Rhythm and Blues, and Soul. He loves the NBA and is a longtime Chicago Bulls fan. During the days that he isn’t writing about music, he can be found reading books, playing his PS5, collecting vinyl records, or updating his sneaker collection.
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Cardi B Upset E!’s True Hollywood Story Exploring Her Alleged Prostitute Past
Cardi B is speaking out against E!. The network announced an upcoming True Hollywood Story based on Cardi B’s life. The episode will air on
Tekashi 6ix9ine Challenges Meek Mill To A Fight
Tekashi 6ix9ine is at it again, this time challenging his longtime rival to a fight. The controversial rapper is desperate for smoke with anybody these
R. Kelly Given Covid-19 Vaccine In Jail
R. Kelly has allegedly had both doses of the Covid-19 vaccine while he is in jail awaiting trial. The R&B superstar repeatedly tried to get
T.I. & Tiny Reportedly Not Under Investigation
T.I. and his wife Tiny Harris are reportedly not under investigation for a slew of crimes after two women allegedly hired attorney Lisa Bloom to
Young Thug Details Losing $800K At Las Vegas Casino
Young Thug recently visited Las Vegas but it was far from being a joyful experience for the popular Atlanta rapper. Thugger took to his Instagram
Kodak Black Gets Engaged To 19 Year Old Female Rapper
Kodak Black is engaged to fellow rapper Mellow Rackz. The 19 year old female rapper took to social media with a clip in which the
The Game Revealed That Sex With Kim Kardashian Was Better Than With Her Sister Khloe
It looks like The Game has finally put an end to the mystery of the ladies he had sex with and – on top –
Nicki Minaj’s Father Killed After Hit-And-Run Collision
Nicki Minaj’s father, Robert Maraj, has died after being struck by a hit-and-run driver in New York, police reports. The 64-year-old father of rapper Nicki
Rising Rapper Etoc Recounts Dating Bad Bitch On New Banger “Saddie”
Buzzing rapper Etoc is gearing up for the release of his anticipated new single, “Saddie.” The song will be released on March 3 via his
Funkmaster Flex Simultaneously Disses & Praises Tekashi 6ix9ine’s New Song
Tekashi 6ix9ine previewed an upcoming song last week and gets dissed and praised by DJ Funkmaster Flex for it at the same time. In a
Jim Jones Recalls Wanting To Fight Lil Wayne
During an appearance on the Joe Budden Podcast, Jim Jones recalls working with the late Stack Bundles and explains the origins behind the chorus of
Funkmaster Flex Defends Claims Of Drake Being A Better Artist Than Jay-Z Against Gillie Da Kid
Funkmaster Flex is far from being Drake’s best friend, but the Hot 97 deejay is giving props to the Toronta rap star. This didn’t sit
Silento’s Publicist Asks The Public For Prayers Following Murder Charges
As Yo! Raps reported, the famous “Watch Me (Whip/Nae Nae)” star has found himself in big trouble again. This time, the 23-year-old singer is being
Shinin’ Visits Sin City To Celebrate His Debut Album “The Shinin’ Show”
Emerging rapper Shinin’ has music running through his veins. His style is cinematic and colossal. He creates musical murals with his tracks. On top, the
Boosie Badazz Speaks On Mo3’s Murder
Boosie Badazz was speechless after his associate, Dallas rapper Mo3, was shot and killed on a Texas highway Wednesday (Nov. 11). The grieving rapper took
Brother Of Tee Grizzley Indicted In Federal Case 4 Months After Prison Release
The younger brother of Detroit rapper Tee Grizzley has been indicted on a federal gun charge less than a week after the duo released new
Megan Thee Stallion’s Lawyer Suggests Gunshot Residue Was Found On Tory Lanez’s Hands
The Megan Thee Stallion versus Tory Lanez saga continues to play out in front of the world. On Tuesday (Jan. 26), TMZ reported that Tory
Trey Songz In Violent Altercation With Cop At Chiefs Game
Trey Songz has been arrested after he reportedly assaulted a police officer. The popular R&B singer was involved in a physical altercation with a police
D12 Rapper Bizarre Suffers Stroke & Was Rushed To Hospital
Rapper Bizarre from the Detroit rap group D12 suffered a TIA attack – or a mild stroke – last week. He was rushed to the
Young Buck: “I’m Not Considering A G-Unit Reunion”
For those who may still be holding out hope that the original G-Unit crew will reunite anytime in the future, Young Buck is here to
Akon Signs Deal To Build A $6 Billion Cryptocurrency City In Africa
R&B superstar Akon is building a real-life Wakanda in Africa. Akon City, a “futuristic cryptocurrency themed city” founded by the music mogul, is ready to
Lil Pump Disses Juice WRLD On New Track
Lil Pump is having a hard time lately because nobody is interested in his music. Now, the Florida rapper is coming in hot with the
Twitter Roasts Meek Mill Over Lori Harvey
Over the weekend, Lori Harvey and Michael B. Jordan officially announced their love on Instagram. On Sunday (Jan. 10), Lori uploaded cosy snaps of herself
DaBaby Arrested For Possession Of Loaded Weapon
Rapper DaBaby was arrested on Thursday (Dec. 7) after Beverly Hills police said he carried a loaded gun into an upscale Rodeo Drive store. The
Nicki Minaj Pays Tracy Chapman $450,000 In Copyright Infringement Lawsuit
Grammy Award-winning singer and songwriter Tracy Chapman filed a copyright infringement lawsuit against Nicki Minaj in 2018. After 3 years, a judgment has been made
Shinin’ Releases His Critically Acclaimed Debut Album “The Shinin’ Show”
Finesse involves the unique ability to maneuver seamlessly around people or objects in a smooth manner. It is the refinement of performance, execution, and artisanship.
Eminem: “I Forgot How To Rap During Drug Addiction”
Eminem is currently busy promoting his newest project, “Music To Be Murdered By: Side B,” and the “Lose Yourself” rapper opened up about his previous
Will.i.Am ‘Hurt’ Black Eyed Peas Is Not Considered A Black Group
Although the Black Eyed Peas are one of the biggest urban groups ever, Will.i.am has an issue with the lack of acceptance the group has
Lil Wayne’s Sentencing Date For Federal Firearm Case Is Confirmed
In December of last year, Lil Wayne pleaded guilty to charges for his 2019 federal firearm case. This was an incident where a loaded gold-plated
Young Buck Reveals Why 50 Cent Kicked Him Out Of G-Unit
DJ Vlad sat down with former G-Unit rapper Young Buck and said that he believes this interview is one of his best yet. The Nashville
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