Throwback Video of the Day: Ludacris - "Number One Spot"

Nicki Minaj taking break from Collaborations

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterLast year, Nicki Minaj worked with almost everyone and each of her collaborations was a hit. Her work with Usher and Ludacris, among others, led to her own successful debut. It also led to her feud with Lil' Kim. Still, Nicki Minaj is one of the most popular rappers in the game.In the midst of her success, Nicki Minaj has made a shocking confession.

HHV Valentine's Day 2011: Ludacris ft. Bobby Valentino - "Pimpin' All Over The World"

Ludacris ft. Trey Songz - "Sex Room"

Ludacris ft. Nicki Minaj - "My Chick Bad"

Big Sean discusses Ludacris biting his style

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterLast year, Ludacris landed an impressive comeback behind his hit single, "My Chick Bad." The comeback had significant help from then-relative newcomer, Nicki Minaj. Her verse was energetic paired with Ludacris' latest style.Ludacris, like many other rappers in the game, have been dropping names in their rhymes. When describing something, they usually

Throwback Video of the Day: Ludacris - "Southern Hospitality"

Ludacris joins the Headphone Race with Signeo USA

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterTwo years ago, Dr. Dre started a trend when he launched his headphone line, "Beats by Dre." The famed producer enjoyed one year of being unique. Soon, he was followed by Diddy and Jay-Z. It was not even a week ago when 50 Cent joined the headphone business with his new line.For years, the top hip hop businessmen have been Diddy and Jay-Z and 50 Cent

Shawnna talks DTP exit

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterLast year, Shawnna abruptly left Ludacris and DTP Records. The duo were in the middle of recording the Battle of the Sexes album and Ludacris ended up turning the album into his next solo release. It appeared as if Shawnna left for no reason and Ludacris felt betrayed by her. Now, one year later, Shawnna states her piece.Shawnna says she left for

Ludacris saddened by Nate Dogg's death

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterOver the past ten years, Ludacris has risen to become one of the most prolific rappers of all-time. But, there was a time when it seemed as if his dream would never come true. This all changed when Def Jam gave him a chance. His debut album did well, but many assumed Ludacris was a one hit wonder.In order to solidify his image, Ludacris needed to land

Throwback Video of the Day: Ludacris ft. Mary J. Blige - "Runaway Love"

Ludacris ft. Nate Dogg - "Area Codes"

Lil Wayne, Drake, and Nicki Minaj to appear on "Don't Get It Twisted"

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterUpon signing mixtape stars, Drake and Nicki Minaj, to his Young Money label, Lil Wayne focused on making them into mainstream stars. Wayne introduced Drake to the masses before going to Riker's Island. Drake would become the face of the crew over the summer.Nicki Minaj created her own buzz when she landed on two of the spring's biggest tracks, "My

Nicki Minaj very excited about Touring with Lil Wayne

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterFor the first time since signing Drake and Nicki Minaj, Young Money will be at full strength. With Lil Wayne in prison for most of last year, the crew still dominated. But, Lil Wayne is now free and the stars are working on their follow-up albums.The focus was intended to be on Drake while Lil Wayne was behind bars, but Nicki Minaj stole the show. She

Busta Rhymes teams up with Chris Rock for "E.L.E. II"

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterFor his latest album, a sequel to his 1998 banger, Extinction Level Event, Busta Rhymes promised to come out with something different. In his career, Busta has been known as the rapper who comes out with the crazy material. As he has gone from being one of rap's focal points to being one of the veterans, this has not changed.Having done almost

Nicki Minaj talks about Her Favorite Collaboration

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterIn a short period of time, Nicki Minaj has become one of the top rappers in the game. It did not hurt her by signing with Young Money. For most of 2009, the label was marketing Drake, who already had a strong following.Lil Wayne pushed Drake into the spotlight as he prepared for his prison sentence. He told the rest of the Young Money artists to get

Ludacris plans to top "Battle of the Sexes" with "Ludaversal"

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterLate in 2009, Ludacris was working on two projects. The first project was the long-awaited Battle of the Sexes project with Shawnna. The second was the sequel to his Theater of the Mind album. Ludacris had pushed his own album back to complete the collaboration album with Shawnna.In the middle of recording, Ludacris learned Shawnna had left his label

Nicki Minaj reduces collaborations

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterEarlier this year, Nicki Minaj announced she would not be doing any collaborations for two years. Nicki built her career off collaborations. Initially on the mixtape level, Nicki Minaj worked with several artists. She was formally introduced to the mainstream on songs with Ludacris and Usher.Nicki Minaj is now arguably one of the biggest stars, bigger

Behind the Scenes: DJ Khaled - "Welcome to my Hood (remix)"

Ludacris talks New Album and Release Date

By The Hip Hop WriterHip Hop Vibe Staff WriterIn 2009, Ludacris intended to release Ludaversal, the follow-up to his 2008 album, Theater of the Mind. However, he also agreed to finally release his Battle of the Sexes album with Shawnna. In the middle of recording, Shawnna decided to leave DTP Records in favor of T-Pain's Nappy Boy label.While Ludacris held no ill will towards Shawnna for leaving,