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Yo! Raps is an award-winning urban online magazine launched in 2006, which has quickly emerged as one of the premier urban music websites on the web. Our primary purpose is to bring you the latest information about Hip-Hip, Rap, and R&B combined with multiple daily updates to the young urban demographic at our website. HIP-HOP 24/7 ANYTIME, ANYWHERE!

BIRTHDAYS

Happy Birthday Swizz Beatz

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Happy Birthday to Swizz Beatz, who turns 46 today. He was born on September 13, 1978 in Bronx, NYC.

BIRTHDAYS

Happy Birthday Playboi Carti

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Happy Birthday to Playboi Carti, who turns 28 today. He was born on September 13, 1996 in Riverdale, GA.

KNOWLEDGE DROP

50 Cent – “Curtis”

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17 years ago today, 50 Cent dropped his third studio album “Curtis” on September 11, 2007. The album features production from Dr. Dre, Eminem, and

KNOWLEDGE DROP

Kanye West – “Graduation”

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17 years ago today, Kanye West released his third studio album “Graduation” on September 11, 2007. It was primarily produced by West himself, with contributions

NEWS

Lil Tecca Announces Fourth Studio Album “Plan A”

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Lil Tecca has been constantly putting out new projects. “Plan A” is expected to be Tecca’s fourth studio album dropping before the end of the

NEWS

Eminem Announces “The Death Of Slim Shady: Expanded Mourner’s Edition”

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Eminem has a surprise in store for this Friday the 13th. The Detroit rapper has taken to social media to announce “The Death Of Slim

BIRTHDAYS

Happy Birthday Ludacris

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Happy Birthday to Ludacris, who turns 47 today. He was born on September 11, 1977 in Champaign, IL.

KNOWLEDGE DROP

New Edition – “Home Again”

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28 years ago today, New Edition released their double platinum sixth studio album “Home Again” on September 10, 1996. It is the only album to

KNOWLEDGE DROP

2 Chainz – “B.O.A.T.S. II: Me Time”

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11 years ago today, 2 Chainz released his second studio album “B.O.A.T.S. II: Me Time” on September 10, 2013. It debuted at #3 on the

NEWS

Diddy Is Selling His Beverly Hills Mansion For $61.5 Million

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Sean “Diddy” Combs’ Beverly Hills mansion is officially hitting the market amid sex trafficking and abuse allegations. The expansive 10-bedroom home, which hit the market

NEWS

Rich Homie Quan’s Father Says Rapper Was Working On New Album

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Rich Homie Quan was gearing up to release a new project when he suddenly passed away on September 5. The popular rapper, 34, was found

NEWS

Did A$AP Rocky Diss Drake On New “Ruby Rosary” Track Feat. J. Cole?

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A$AP Rocky continues his “Don’t Be Dumb” album rollout with the J. Cole-assisted track entitled “Ruby Rosary.” Produced by The Alchemist, Rex Kudo, Car!ton and

NEWS RELEASES

Juice WRLD Released New EP “The Pre-Party”

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Juice Wrld‘s new EP entitled “The Pre-Party” is now available for streaming. Packaged as a two-pack, new cuts include “World Tour (Aquafina)” and “Lightyears” –

NEWS

The Weeknd Reveals “Hurry Up Tomorrow” Cover Artwork

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The Weeknd has revealed the cover artwork for his upcoming album, “Hurry Up Tomorrow.” Announced earlier this week, the anticipated project will mark the third

KNOWLEDGE DROP

M.O.P. – “Ante Up”

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24 years ago today, M.O.P. released their single “Ante Up” on September 9, 2000. The track is featured on the duo’s fourth studio album entitled

EVENTS

2Pac Was Shot In Las Vegas

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28 years ago, on the night of September 7, 1996, Tupac Shakur was in the passenger seat of a black BMW driven by Death Row

R.I.P.

R.I.P. Mac Miller

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Rest in peace Mac Miller (January 19, 1992 – September 7, 2018). Born Malcolm James McCormick, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania rapper Mac Miller struggled with addiction and

BIRTHDAYS

Happy Birthday Eazy-E

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Happy Birthday to Eazy-E, who would have turned 60 today. He was born on September 7, 1964 in Compton, CA.

BIRTHDAYS

Happy Birthday YK Osiris

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Happy Birthday to YK Osiris, who turns 26 today. He was born on September 7, 1998 in Jacksonville, FL.

BIRTHDAYS

Happy Birthday N.O.R.E.

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Happy Birthday to N.O.R.E., who turns 47 today. He was born on September 6, 1977 in Queens, NYC.

BIRTHDAYS

Happy Birthday Foxy Brown

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Happy Birthday to Foxy Brown, who turns 46 today. She was born on September 6, 1978 in Brooklyn, NYC.

NEWS

Rich Homie Quan Dead At 34

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Born Dequantes Devontay Lamar, popular rapper Rich Homie Quan has passed away due to a drug overdose. TMZ obtained the 911 call from Rich Homie

BIRTHDAYS

Happy Birthday Webbie

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Happy Birthday to Webbie, who turns 39 today. He was born on September 6, 1985 in Baton Rouge, LA.

BIRTHDAYS

Happy Birthday Famous Dex

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Happy Birthday to Famous Dex, who turns 31 today. He was born on September 6, 1993 in Chicago, IL.

BIRTHDAYS

Happy Birthday Lil Xan

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Happy Birthday to Lil Xan, who turns 28 today. He was born on September 6, 1996 in Redlands, CA.

KNOWLEDGE DROP

Mack 10 – “Paper Route”

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24 years ago today, Mack 10 released his fourth solo studio album “Paper Route” on September 5, 2000. It features guest appearances from Techniec, Big

R.I.P.

R.I.P. Rich Homie Quan

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Rest in peace Rich Homie Quan (October 4, 1990 – September 5, 2024). Born Dequantes Devontay Lamar, Rich Homie Quan has passed away due to

NEWS

Lil Wayne Reuniting With The Hot Boys At Lil WeezyAna Fest

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Lil Wayne is reuniting with the Hot Boys, linking up once again with Juvenile, B.G., and Turk. The revered Hot Boys are set to reunite

NEWS RELEASES

Future Drops Official Teaser For Forthcoming “Mixtape Pluto”

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Future is keeping Hip-Hop fans excited as he prepares to release a new solo album entititled “Mixtape Pluto.” Most recently, the Atlanta rapper shared a

NEWS

The Weeknd Announces New Album “Hurry Up Tomorrow”

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The Weeknd‘s new album is on the horizon. The Canadian superstar will be wrapping up his “After Hours” trilogy with its third and final album,