Birdman talks Jay-Z's "H.A.M." diss

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterEver since 2009, Birdman has been challenging Jay-Z, warranting no response. First, he said Jay-Z did not deserve an award for The Blueprint 3. He felt his "son," Lil Wayne's Tha Carter III, was a better album.Jay-Z is known for being the ultimate rap businessman. Many rappers have modeled their business skills after Jay-Z. Birdman had something to

Is It Safe to call Lil Wayne a Legend?

By The VoiceHip Hop Vibe Staff Writer"The next time ya mention 'Pac, Biggie, or Jay-Z, don't forget to mention Weezy baby," Lil Wayne said three years ago. After spending three years on the mixtape scene, Lil Wayne released Tha Carter III during the summer of 2008.The album was met with mostly positive reviews, but was not viewed as a classic by many. Instead, the album was looked at as Wayne

Lil Wayne leaks "You & I" single from DJ Drama mixtape

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterBefore going to prison, Lil Wayne released a new mixtape each week, so it was hard to miss him. Every year, since the release of his breakthrough Tha Carter III album, Lil Wayne has released a new album. His main method of promotion has been his mixtapes.In the middle of his career, Lil Wayne took some time off and hit the mixtape scene. Among the

Birdman responds to Jay-Z diss

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterFollowing Jay-Z's 2006 comeback, he received a flurry of disses from Lil Wayne. Wayne had left the mainstream rap game and took over the mixtape scene. Many people were considering Wayne on the same level of Jay-Z.Upon returning to the game, Jay-Z surprised fans when he invited Lil Wayne to record with him on his homage to Brooklyn, "Hello Brooklyn

Lil Wayne reunites with Play-N-Skillz and T-Pain

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterIt appears as if Lil Wayne is attemping to make lightning strike in the same place twice. Three years ago, Lil Wayne made the jump from popular collaboration artist to rap superstar. He did this with popular songs and proper production. In 2008, Wayne proved he was more than a one hit wonder with "Got Money."The song was produced by Play-N-Skillz and

Bangladesh credits Young Money and Jay-Z for bringing lyrics back to Hip Hop

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterYears ago, many people began criticizing hip hop because of the lack of lyrics. By the fall of 2006, hip hop appeared to be on an all-time lyrical low. However, many rappers tried to step their game up when Nas called hip hop out. Everyone has given their opinion on hip hop in the time since.Lil Wayne helped bring lyricism back when he released his

Lil Wayne plays Bangladesh again

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterThree years ago, Lil Wayne made the rap game his court. His triple platinum album, Tha Carter III dominated 2008. Wayne cranked out four hits from the album, "Lollipop," "A Milli," "Got Money," and "Mrs. Officer." The second single, "A Milli," was produced by Bangladesh, putting him on the map.While the song did wonders for his career, Bangladesh said

Cash Money Records has officially moved into the Big Time

By The VoiceHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterOver twenty years ago, hip hop became a nationwide movement and areas outside of New York City started movements. New Orleans was among the cities who quickly built a rap scene. Brothers Bryan and Ronald Williams established Cash Money Records in order to capitalize off the local talent.The brothers took money they had made on the streets and opened an office

"Tha Carter IV" pushed back until June

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterWith news of Tha Carter IV leaking, fans were more than excited about the May 16 release of the album. Lil Wayne has been on an incredible streak ever since 2007. Last year, while serving a prison sentence, he was still rap's most imposing figure.Free, Wayne intended to dominate from the start of 2011 until the end. When "6 Foot 7 Foot" was confirmed

Birdman promises "Like Father, Like Son 2" before 2012

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterImmediately following the release of Like Father, Like Son, in 2006, Birdman announced a sequel would be coming. At the time, Lil Wayne was focusing on his Tha Carter III album. The album was then scheduled for a 2007 release and the sequel to the original collaboration album was scheduled for 2008.However, Lil Wayne soon found himself adding more

Lil Wayne stands by Retirement Comments

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterFollowing the release of Tha Carter III, Lil Wayne announced he would retire when he turned 35. At time time, Wayne was about to turn 26. Because he was so young, no one focused too much on what he was saying. It turned out Lil Wayne is still very serious about retiring.Having been in the game, as a solo artist, for twelve years, Wayne has released