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

Rick Ross begins recording "God Forgives, I Don't"

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterWith a good portion of the business taken care of, Rick Ross is back to doing what made him famous in the first place. Recently, the Carol City rapper has been working on his latest album, which is titled God Forgives, I Don't. For this album, Ross plans to continue his trend of recording with the stars.Rick Ross has been busy over the past few months

Big Sean discusses "Watch the Throne," warns of Surprise

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterOnly weeks after the release of his solo album, Kanye West announced he was working on an album with Jay-Z. West was met with critical acclaim on his last album and wants to face-off with his mentor, Jay-Z, for an entire album. Jay-Z said Watch the Throne would be the first time he and Kanye West performed as equals.Their collaboration album has

Birdman tells Lil' Kim to Fall Back

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterLil' Kim has been baiting Nicki Minaj for months, over their similarities in style. Her frequent disses have warranted slight responses from Drake and a few others. Lil' Kim has also dissed such artists as Diddy and Drake over the feud. Nicki Minaj has been very vocal recently.The feud has been taken to a new height with Nicki Minaj calling out Lil'

Drake wants to do a song about LeBron James

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterDespite being a Toronto native, Drake has plenty of love for the energetic Miami Heat. Last summr, the team made two power moves, landing Chris Bosh and LeBron James. Teaming up with the 2006 NBA Finals MVP, Dwyane Wade, the Heat have dominated most of the league.Even before becoming Dwyane Wade's sidekick, Drake had been a major fan of LeBron James.

Rick Ross sets up shop with Warner Bros. Records

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterRecently, there were rumors about where Rick Ross would be going. Following the release of Teflon Don, Ross was a free agent. But, he also has a growing record label he is looking out for. Due to his popularity, everyone began making offers to the boss.Jay-Z helped Rick Ross break into the game when he made him a part of Def Jam. Soon, DJ Khaled, a

Nicki Minaj calls Lil' Kim out over Mixtape Sales

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterOn Monday, Lil' Kim revealed she was going to charge $9.99 for her Black Friday. The Queen Bee said she wanted to become the second bitch to make a million off a mixtape. Nicki Minaj made over $1 million off her Beam Me Up Scotty mixtape. She boasted about this on Drake's "Up All Night."Yesterday, Lil' Kim proudly boasted her mixtape had already sold

Drake explains not doing Lil Wayne's "I Am Music II" Tour

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterWhen Lil Wayne was released from prison, there were rumors of him getting into a fight with Drake. According to the rumors, Wayne was upset because Drake was acting cocky. While Lil Wayne was behind bars, Drake was living the good life and not visiting him.For a few days, the rumors continued to persist. However, Drake came out to deny the rumors. Lil

Jay-Z wins Grammy for "Empire State of Mind"

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterBy 2009, Jay-Z had accomplished almost everything a rapper would hope to when they enter the game. He had built two successful record labels, been the CEO of Def Jam, and had released ten number one albums. Still, Jay-Z had yet to release a number one single.Many people considered The Blueprint 3 to be Jay-Z's most-creative album of his career. Some

Birdman confirms Maybach Music deal

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterWhile Cash Money Records does not receive the radio play they received in the late 1990s, they are still one of hip hop's hottest labels. In 2005, a subsidiary label, Young Money, was launched by longtime artist, Lil Wayne.Young Money Entertainment has gone from being the side project from Lil Wayne to being the hottest movement in rap. Drake and

Drake addresses Roc Nation rumors

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterLast year, Drake became one of the biggest rappers in the game, waving his Young Money flag high. The Toronto rapper has been recording his second album over the past few months. He is preparing to dominate the game one more time. This time around, he and Lil Wayne will share the spotlight.On Friday, there were rumors of Drake wanting to leave his

Video of the Day: Nicki Minaj ft. Drake - "Moment 4 Life"

Drake solely focusing on "Take Care" album

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterOver the past two years, Drake has been all over the radio in between his mixtapes, Thank Me Later, and his collaborations. In the midst of his popularity, Drake announced he was working on his second album. Not even a year since the release of his debut album and Drake is back in the lab.Last fall, Drake announced he would be returning to the studio

Lil Wayne's "6 Foot, 7 Foot" video premiere Delayed

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterNot long after settling his issues with Bangladesh, Lil Wayne recorded "6 Foot, 7 Foot," a Bangladesh beat. Lil Wayne soon announced it would be the first single from the long-awaited Carter IV album.The song has been dominating the radio over the past few months and Lil Wayne has filmed a video for the song. But, he wanted to wait before releasing

Drake claims to be the Greatest Jewish Entertainer of All-Time

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterEver since breaking into the game, Drake has been credited as one of rap's best new lyricists. Even before the release of his debut album, Drake confidently boasted he was the greatest ever. He said this on the hit single, "Forever." The comments were met with mixed reivews from several sources.While Drake may not be the greatest rapper ever, he is

DJ Khaled discusses "We The Best Forever" and Cash Money deal

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterThe Cash Money Records' roster is continiously expanding, now including DJ Khaled in the lineup. In the past, Khaled served as the official DJ for Fat Joe's Terror Squad. He released his first two albums through the label.DJ Khaled has worked closely with Cash Money Records throughout his career. Before his career took off, Lil Wayne often

Drake ft. Lil Wayne - "Miss Me"

J. Cole is motivated by Drake, Nicki Minaj, and Wiz Khalifa's success

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterIn 2008, Jay-Z made a power move when he left Def Jam to form a new super-label, Roc Nation. He surprised the world when he signed Fayetteville, NC rapper, J. Cole, and made him the focal point of the label. Many expected him to fill the label up with established stars.Early on, it appeared as if J. Cole was going to be on the fast track to success.

Rick Ross ft. Chrisette Michele and Drake - "Aston Martin Music"

Drake - "Find Your Love"