New Video of the Day: Chamillionaire ft. Big K.R.I.T. - "This My World"

Chamillionaire disses Rap Biters, praises Wiz Khalifa

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterFive years ago, Chamillionaire was on pace to be a bigger artist than Kanye West. Some predicted he would have a long run on the top of the game. But, Chamillionaire's style played out just as quickly as it played in. Despite not having a long run in the game, Chamillionaire gets credit for being original.In the time since Chamillionaire last released

Chamillionaire opens up about Universal Records split

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterIt has become clear to Chamillionaire that he is no longer living in 2006 after the way he has been treated. Five years ago, Chamillionaire rose to the top of the game when he released "Ridin.'" At the time, it appeared as if Chamillionaire would take over the game.When it was time for Chamillionaire to begin working on his second album, he ran into a

Chamillionaire discusses "Playlist Poison" album

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterOnce Universal Records realized Chamillionaire was not interested in making more songs like "Ridin'," the love story was over. While working on his third album, Universal played with their former flagship artist. Initially, he was given a 2008 release date for his third album, which was titled Venom.Two years later, Chamillionaire was still trying to

Chamillionaire downplays 50 Cent feud

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterWhen Chamillionaire began promoting his second album, he made it clear he had changed his ways. Rap was being heavily criticized for the offensive lyrics. Russell Simmons and other leaders pleaded for rappers to clean up their lyrics. Because of this, a major debate ensued with 50 Cent in the forefront.50 Cent blasted those who wanted to censor hip

Throwback Video of the Day: Chamillionaire ft. Krayzie Bone - "Ridin'"

Chamillionaire leaves Universal Records

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterSix years ago, Chamillionaire's life changed for the better when he learned Universal Records was interested in signing him. In 2005, he signed a lucrative deal with the label and released The Sound of Revenge. Surprisingly, the album did very well and Chamillionaire had the biggest hit during the summer of 2006 with "Ridin.'"The beautiful marriage

Chamillionaire makes plans for Major Comeback

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterHouston rapper, Chamillionaire refuses to go down in history as a one hit wonder. In 2005, he released his debut album and the album nearly became a flop. But, Universal Records gave him one more chance when they released "Ridin'" off The Sound of Revenge. The song quickly became the biggest hit of 2006.Chamillionaire was soon the biggest new artist

Krayzie Bone leaves Bone Thugz N Harmony

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterDuring the mid-1990s, Bone Thugz N Harmony helped keep the waning Ruthless Records afloat. After dominating the late 1980s, the record label founded by Eazy-E hit hard times. Key members Dr. Dre and Ice Cube had left for new opportunities.Had it not been for Bone Thugz N Harmony, Ruthless Records would have likely fallen apart before Eazy-E's death.