Sometimes Hip Hop can move at a pace too frantic for even the most devoted fan to keep up with. Albums and mixtapes are released at breakneck speed, careers are made and broken with the swipe of a pen, and somewhere in between all the madness actual music (the quality of which vacillates between excellent and god awful) is being made. Twitter provides a nice summary of everything 140 characters at a time. And if you’re the type that would rather not be bothered with stepping into the Twitterverse to catch up on the latest in Hip Hop, we’ve filtered through the top rapper’s tweets and consolidated all the week’s events into one convenient feed.
This week, 50 Cent’s series Power receives more scrutiny, Busta Rhymes thanks his fans in an open letter, and Willow Smith stands up for women’s rights to be topless in public.
Curtis Scoon Accuses 50 Cent Of Stealing “Power” Concept
I think I'm gonna breakdown my imminent lawsuit this morning for all to see this morning. Even my mom told me I have to file.
— Curtis Scoon (@CurtisScoon) January 19, 2015
Back in '08 I got some press in the NY Post PAGE SIX section for my script 10-13 (Officer Down). The true story of the Edward Byrne killing.
— Curtis Scoon (@CurtisScoon) January 19, 2015
That's the same project 50 Cent referred to on 5/30/14 during his Breakfast Club interview. He mentioned me by name and the project at 41:00
— Curtis Scoon (@CurtisScoon) January 19, 2015
It looks like there’s been a bit of drama surrounding 50 Cent’s Starz TV series Power. A writer named Curtis Scoon has accused the G-unit rapper of stealing his concept for the show, in which 50 is the producer. In a long Twitter rant, Curtis spells out how the development for his script Dangerous. Here’s a preview.
Chance The Rapper Donates $100,000 To Chicago Schools
Thanku @getschooled, @RealSway, @whitesox, @ChristinaMilian and all that helped the Chicago Schools today pic.twitter.com/FEdbnOvcXP
— Lil Chano From 79th (@chancetherapper) January 19, 2015
Just last year, Chance The Rapper was awarded with Chicago’s “Outstanding Youth of the Year.” Joined by Sway Calloway and Christina Milian, the Chicago public schools were blessed with a $100,000 check. Proceeds will go towards supporting digital literacy education such as increasing Wi-fi access on school grounds.
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Wiz Khalifa’s Response To Amber Rose’s IG Posts
Yes, my baby's mother is fine as fuck.
— Wiz Khalifa (@wizkhalifa) January 17, 2015
We were all in shock after viewing Amber Rose’s near naked posts on her IG, in which she knows she looks good. Break The Internet part 2? We’re sure her 3.3 million followers didn’t mind. As we’re all wondering about what Wiz Khalifa had to say, he proved he is a good sport.
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A$AP Yams Passes Away
Rest in peace Yams. A$AP is family.
— Drizzy (@Drake) January 18, 2015
https://twitter.com/AZEALIABANKS/status/556789830567219200
Damn. RIP @ASAPYams
— Mac (@MacMiller) January 18, 2015
A$AP Mob co-founder A$AP Yams passed away on January 18 at the age of 26. While no information has been released about his death, many send their condolences via social media. Steven Rodriguez, his real name, first interned with Diplomatic Records as a teenager before helping form the New York Collective A$AP Mob in 2007.
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Kid Cudi Turns To Acting… Again
Just wrapped a movie w this special one 🙂 pic.twitter.com/NsMqmrliW1
— The Chosen One (@KidCudi) January 17, 2015
Kid Cudi announced wrapping up a film with Zoe Kravtiz. The tweet includes a photo of the two stars of Vincent-N-Roxxy, live on set. This isn’t first gig as an actor, as he has appeared in the films Need For Speed and Goodbye World. So far, no further information has been released about the upcoming film.
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Tyga’s “Gold” Album Release Delayed
The gold album won't be released the 27th still fightin with Label on my release. But will keep u guys updated.
— T-Raww (@Tyga) January 21, 2015
An artist going through drama with record labels have been a recent ongoing trend. Specifically, the act of holding an artist’s album hostage. Tyga’s upcoming Gold Album: The 18th Dynasty was slated to be released on January 27, but is now delayed. Looks like he still needs to patch things up with Cash Money.
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Houston Rapper Doughbreezy Pistolwhipped During Home Invasion
Thx for all the prayers. I am good. I wont discuss the incident any further. Pls respect me & my families wishes/privacy @ this time Thank U
— Doughbeezy (@Doughbeezy) January 21, 2015
Doughbeezy, a Houston rapper and co-owner of Headwreckas Worldwide, was the victim of a home invasion. This took place just two weeks after dropping his single “I’m From Texas.” During the incident, Doughbeezy was pistolwhipped, where one uses the gun as a blunt weapon. He also fatally shot one of the two suspects.
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Busta Rhymes’ Open Letter To Hip Hop
I just want to say thank you… My open letter to the entire game. #BustaRhymes#THECONGLOMERATEpic.twitter.com/t51egiRBVY
— Busta Rhymes (@BustaRhymes) January 21, 2015
Busta Rhymes shows his soft side as he penned an open letter to the music industry. This seems to be the result of the fall he took while supporting his newly signed artist O.T. Genasis as he performed hit single “Coco.” Busta takes the time to show his appreciation for the support from fans, as well as Conglomerate Entertainment.
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Kid Cudi Working On “Man On The Moon 3”
And so it begins…@EmileHaynie ? pic.twitter.com/GipXhxZRlI
— The Chosen One (@KidCudi) January 21, 2015
Kid Cudi’s last album Man On The Moon series came out six years ago. Now, he has provided an update on the third installment to the series. In a series of tweets, he stated that the project will feature Plain Pat, A-Trak, Dot Da Genius, and Emile Haynie. Here’s a photo of the Cleveland, Ohio rapper clowning with producer Emile.
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Miss Info Comments On Jay Z And Funkmaster Flex Beef
Would give up 2 toes to have a few yrs of that uber self-confidence that @DJFunkFlex has. Figure 3-4 yrs would be enough. #nobigtoestho
— Missinfo (@Missinfo) January 16, 2015
just wonder what that feels like…zero self-doubt or hesitating? So freeing!
— Missinfo (@Missinfo) January 16, 2015
Falling victim to the Twitter rant trap, Miss Info shares her thoughts on the recent Jay Z and Funkmaster Flex beef. She claims there’s “no way for real beef” between the Roc Nation owner and Hot 97 DJ. This led to a Twitter user accusing her of “copping pleas to Jay Z,” in which she responded that she was entitled to her own opinions.
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Willow Smith Defends Her Riskay Instagram Photo
When did the women's body start being something to hide? #freethenipplepic.twitter.com/RBxQTXhyIY
— Willy (@OfficialWillow) January 23, 2015
After a controversial picture posted to her IG, Willow Smith takes to Twitter to defend herself. The photo depicts her posing as if she is topless when, in reality, it is an image on her shirt. The hashtag refers to the Free The Nipple movement which defends women’s equal rights to be topless in public.