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The Weeknd Shocks Fans with Surprise Performance at the 2025 GRAMMYs
In a moment no one saw coming, The Weeknd made a stunning return to the GRAMMYs stage at the 67th Annual GRAMMY Awards in Los Angeles.
The performance marked a major turning point for the artist, who has been at odds with the Recording Academy since 2021.
For years, The Weeknd, whose real name is Abel Tesfaye, has been vocal about his frustrations with the GRAMMYs, citing a lack of transparency and fairness in their nomination process.
His 2020 smash hit “Blinding Lights” shattered streaming records and became one of the most successful songs of all time—yet it failed to receive a single nomination at the awards.
Feeling snubbed and disrespected, Tesfaye announced in 2021 that he would no longer submit his music for GRAMMY consideration.
Since then, he has remained absent from the event, making his return to the stage tonight a major moment in music history.
GRAMMYs CEO Harvey Mason Jr. addressed the long-standing tension between the artist and the organization, revealing that efforts had been made to mend their relationship.
“Over the past few years, we’ve listened, acted, and changed,”
Mason Jr. stated, acknowledging The Weeknd’s concerns.
Fans quickly took to social media, with one user jokingly posting,
“The Weeknd made these cats apologize to him before taking the stage lol. That’s a wild flex.”
Others noted that the GRAMMYs even created a PowerPoint presentation highlighting everything the singer had said about the awards over the years.
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The Weeknd made his long-awaited return to the GRAMMYs stage with an unforgettable performance, premiering two new songs from his latest album, Hurry Up Tomorrow.
He opened with “Cry for Me” before transitioning into “Timeless,” a track that featured a surprise appearance from Playboi Carti.
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Viewers were quick to praise the performance, calling it “epic,” “electrifying,” and “straight-up fire.”
Many saw this as a full-circle moment for an artist who had once vowed never to return.
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With the release of Hurry Up Tomorrow and his return to the GRAMMYs stage, The Weeknd’s next move remains a mystery.
While it’s unclear whether he will begin submitting his work for GRAMMY consideration again, his performance tonight proved that he’s still one of the most captivating and influential artists in the industry.
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Muni Long Wins GRAMMY Award, Solidifies Her Place in R&B
Muni Long is officially a GRAMMY winner.
The singer-songwriter took home the award for Best R&B Performance at the 2025 GRAMMYs, adding another milestone to her already impressive career.
Rising to stardom with her viral hit Hrs & Hrs, Long has proven she’s more than just a one-hit wonder.
Her journey from acclaimed songwriter—crafting hits for artists like Rihanna and Ariana Grande—to a powerhouse solo artist has been nothing short of inspiring.
Now, with a GRAMMY to her name, she cements her status as one of R&B’s leading voices.
Upon accepting her award, Long expressed gratitude for the recognition, reflecting on how far she’s come in the industry.
“This moment means everything,” she shared. “For years, I poured my heart into songwriting for others, and now to be standing here as an artist in my own right is surreal.”
Her win marks a major moment in R&B, as she continues to bring heartfelt storytelling and soulful melodies to the forefront of the genre. With a GRAMMY under her belt, Muni Long’s star is only set to rise higher.
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The daughter of Dr. Martin Luther King, Rev. Bernice A. King, condemned St. Louis rapper Sexxy Red for an AI photo post of her late father on the national holiday honoring his memory.
The 26-year-old rapper posted two AI photos of the Civil Rights icon on Monday (Jan. 20), to her X account. In one image, she is shown dancing seductively close to Dr. King while another shows her walking alongside King and other Civil Rights leaders. According to TheGrio, the posts garnered more than 50,000 likes before they were deleted.
Rev. King reacted to the images calling them “deplorable.”
“This is intentionally distasteful, dishonoring, deplorable, and disrespectful to my family and my father, who is not here to respond himself because he was assassinated for working for your civil and human rights and to end war and poverty,” she wrote in a reply on X the following day.
Within hours, Sexxy Red offered an apology to Rev. King, writing, “You ain’t wrong,” adding, “Never meant to disrespect your family my apologies. Just reposted something I saw that I thought was innocent.”
Rev. King, who is the CEO of The Martin Luther King Jr. Center for Nonviolent Social Change, accepted the rapper’s apology writing on X, in part, “Thank you for your apology, which I sincerely accept. Please know that it was not my intention that you be denigrated. I value you as a human being.”
“I hope you understand my concerns about the image,” she continued. “I know that my father has become a bit of a caricature to the world and that his image is often used with no regard to his family, his sacrificial work, or to the tragic, unjust way in which he died (a state-sanctioned assassination).”
She added, “I earnestly wish that people would imagine what it would feel like to see their deceased, murdered father repurposed for party fliers, unjust legislation, etc.”
She closed the note writing, “All the best to you, young lady.”
Other social media users were not as forgiving with many blasting the “Pound Town” rapper calling her “ghetto” and “trashy” among other names. Rev. King pushed back against those remarks as well, writing in reply to a post, “Please don’t project your thoughts onto me. I don’t believe Sexyy Red to be a ‘degenerate,’ ‘ghetto,’ or ‘trash.’ I have spoken out in the past about the use of and comparison to either of my parents to denigrate other people,” according to TheGrio.
In other news, Rev. King recently shared a statement on news that President Donald Trump plans to declassify her father’s FBI files. The statement read, “Today, our family has learned that President Trump has ordered the declassification of the remaining records pertaining to the assassinations of President John F. Kennedy, his brother Robert F. Kennedy, and our father, Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
“For us, the assassination of our father is a deeply personal family loss that we have endured over the last 56 years. We hope to be provided the opportunity to review the files as a family prior to its public release.”
She added that at this time, the King Family is not taking any interviews as they await further information.
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B.M.F founder Demetrius “Big Meech” Flenory is throwing a concert celebrating his freedom after 16 years of federal detention.
The 56-year-old drug kingpin was originally sentenced to 30 years in prison following his 2008 conviction for drug trafficking and money laundering. According to the Associated Press, he was released to a residential reentry program in Miami in October. His official release from federal custody is scheduled for the end of this month, setting the stage for the concert scheduled Feb. 13 at the Amerant Bank Arena in Miami. A flyer of the event is floating around on social media.
According to Complex, the show is produced by XO Touring and AG Touring. The show aims to unite the music industry in honoring Big Meech. Dubbed the Big Meech Welcome Back Legacy Concert, the show will feature performances by Lil Baby, Rick Ross, Sexxy Red, 21 Savage, 42 Dubb, Moneybagg Yo, and a slew of Detroit rappers including Payroll Giovanni, Tee Grizzley, Babyface Ray, and Icewear Vezzo.
The Detroit native and his brother Terry “Southwest T” Flenory are notorious for their criminal enterprise and foray into the music industry in Atlanta during the early 2000s with affiliations with Bleu DaVinchi and Jeezy. At the height of the B.M.F’s success, a billboard loomed over Atlanta with the ominous message, “The World is B.M.F’s.”
The brothers’ life story has been brought to the small screen with a series on Starz produced by Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson and starring Meech’s son, Demetrius “Lil Meech” Flenory, Jr. In a 2023 interview with CassiusLife, Lil Meech said, “I’ve always looked up to my dad. But, I didn’t want to be him. I wanted to make a way for myself, like he did…but my own legacy.”
Season 4 of BMF will drop in the middle of 2025. Per The Direct, Creator Randy Huggins has hinted at possible time jumps to accelerate the story, suggesting that the show may delve into the complexities of the BMF’s rise before its eventual downfall in the early 2000s.
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Beyoncé is putting her money where her mouth is and is lending a financial hand to those in need who were directly impacted by the Los Angeles wildfires.
Spotted on Variety through her BeyGOOD charity foundation, the Houston singer is donating $2.5 million to help those families who have suffered tremendous losses during the Los Angeles wildfires rebuild, specifically the Altadena and Pasadena, both of which have a high concentration of Black residents.
BeyGOOD joins the still-growing list of organizations, such as The Walt Disney Company, which pledged $15 million to relief and rebuilding efforts, and Paramount and Fox Corp., which donated $1 million to the American Red Cross and Los Angeles Fire Department.
Per Variety:
BeyGOOD, which was established in 2013, will provide the funds to families in Altadena and Pasadena, two areas that were devastated by wildfires that broke out on Tuesday. In addition to helping those who lost their homes and possessions, BeyGOOD will also assist churches and community centers in other impacted areas to address the immediate needs of people affected by the fires.
Despite all of the misinformation out there and blame incorrectly being thrown at L.A. Mayor Karen Bass and Governor Gavin Newsom by GOP officials and the President-Elect, the wildfires, which were wildly unpredictable thanks to the powerful Santa Ana winds stoking the flames, continue to ravage the city.
Eleven people are dead as a result of the wildfires, with the toll expected to rise as the search effort for missing people and survivors currently happening.
It’s good to see celebs like Beyoncé being active instead of on social media placing blame on people like Khloe Kardashian, who faced the wrath of Black women after she decided to slam Karen Bass on Instagram.
Shoutout to Beyoncé!
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Shameik Moore got trolled across the social media-verse after Hailee Steinfeld and Buffalo Bills star quarterback Josh Allen got engaged over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend. He can now add that engaged model/actress Laura Harrier called him out for some weird online behavior.
Laura Harrier, who just so happened to almost be the love interest of Tom Holland’s Peter Parker in Spider-Man: Homecoming, had time for Shameik Moore, who is the voice of Miles Morales from the animated Spider-Verse films.
In a since-deleted video, Harrier, who admits she likes to keep things private, didn’t name Moore while addressing a post he shared, which featured an old video of the two of them together.
“Hey, so I never talk on this thing… I’m a really private person, so I don’t really like to talk about relationships publicly or anything really personal publicly, to be honest,” she began.
Harrier explained that she felt compelled to speak out about the post only because she kept getting tagged in it. This led many to speculate about a potential relationship between the two actors. The video in question features both Moore and Harrier posing for photos, which she explains was over a year ago.
“When he first posted that video, a friend sent it to me and was like, ‘Did you know he put this up?’ And I was like, no,” Harrier says in the video. “That was taken a year ago at a party when somebody asked us to take photos together. I guess somebody was filming it. Not sure why you would post that now.”
Harrier Says She Reached Out To Moore, Telling Him To Take The Post Down
She reveals that she reached out to Moore directly to tell him to take the video down. “I texted him… I said, ‘Hey, can you take this down? Not sure why you would post that. Also, I’m literally getting married, and I don’t like this insinuation that there’s something going on between us.”
Frustrated that her request for the video to be taken down was not being honored, she lashed out to Moore, “It’s still up, which is f***ing weird. You’re a f***ing weirdo. I’m sorry, you’re a f***ing weirdo, and I’m f***ing annoyed.”
Welp.
As expected, social media is once again trashing our friendly, and seemingly weird neighborhood Spider-Man.
Shameik Moore is soooo fucking weird for this. im so glad laura spoke up because what the fuck is this clout chasing loser thinking?? pic.twitter.com/wrOxOisIEk
— lany✮⁷ (@iluvvlany) December 21, 2024
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Let’s hope this is where it ends. We don’t need any drama to prevent the release of Spider-Man: Beyond The Spider-Verse’s release. The film has already had its wig pushed back numerous times already.
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When it comes to superhero flicks and the DCEU, their track record is spotty. But the teaser trailer for James Gunn’s highly anticipated turn at the helm of’ Superman is going to get the fanboys salivating.
Krypto, Superman’s pet dog of Kryptonian ancestry, makes an early appearance, so you already know it’s going to be lit. Besides Kal-El (portrayed by David Corenswet) being bloodied after catching a fade, we get images of Clark Kent, Lois Lane (Rachel Brosnahan) Lex Luthor (Nicholas Hoult) and even Mr. Terrific (Edi Gathegi). It’s not like DC ever lacked in characters, it’s about getting the most out of them on the big screen.
Did we mention Jimmy Olsen makes an appearance, too.
Gunn directed Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy trilogy and the same sense style looks, at least initially, like it will translate well for the Big Blue Boy Scout. Here’s hoping. And yeah, that’s electric guitar version of John Williams’ classic “Superman Theme” heard throughout,
Superman is due in theaters July 11, 2025. Watch the teaser trailer below.
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Rap concerts have become some of the most profitable events in the music industry, and 2024 is proving no exception.
With fans flocking to stadiums and arenas worldwide, the genre continues to demonstrate its incredible earning power.
From large-scale solo tours to collaborative extravaganzas, rap artists are raking in millions, redefining live music revenue records.
This year alone, rap tours have collectively grossed over $1.2 billion globally, solidifying the genre’s dominance.
Major factors contributing to this success include high ticket demand, dynamic performances, and the ability of artists to connect with their audiences on an emotional and cultural level.
VIP packages and exclusive merchandise sales have also amplified revenues, with some tours generating an additional 30% of their gross income through these channels.
Another key driver of 2024’s impressive numbers is the international appeal of rap. Tours across Europe, Asia, and South America have seen exponential growth, with venues selling out in record times.
Fans overseas are hungry for live performances from their favorite artists, making global expansion a lucrative strategy for rappers.
Additionally, rap’s impact on streaming and social media has played a pivotal role.
Artists use platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube to share tour highlights, driving engagement and ticket sales.
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The hype often builds months in advance, with many shows selling out within hours of going on sale.
2024’s success is a testament to rap’s cultural influence and the devotion of its fanbase.
As these tours continue to break records, they set a new standard for live music experiences across all genres.
Fans and industry insiders alike are eager to see just how high the numbers can climb by year’s end.
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1. Nicki Minaj – Pink Friday 2 World Tour
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Kicking off in March 2024, Nicki Minaj’s tour celebrates her chart-topping album Pink Friday 2. The first leg, running through North America and Europe, spans March to June, with a second U.S. leg starting in September and concluding in November.
Start: March 2, 2024
End: November 15, 2024
2. Drake & J. Cole – It’s All A Blur Tour
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The dynamic duo brings their collaborative energy to 22 cities across North America. The tour runs for three months, offering fans an intimate experience with two of rap’s biggest stars.
Start: February 2, 2024
End: April 27, 2024
3. Future & Metro Boomin – We Trust You Tour
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This summer, Future and Metro Boomin team up for a hard-hitting tour. Spanning July to September, their shows highlight their chart-topping collaborations.
Start: July 30, 2024
End: September 9, 2024
4. Doja Cat – The Scarlet Tour (European Leg)
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After a highly successful U.S. tour, Doja Cat takes her show across Europe. Fans can catch her from June to July in major cities such as London and Paris.
Start: June 1, 2024
End: July 14, 2024
5. Ice Cube – Legends of Rap Tour
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With Bone Thugs-N-Harmony as co-headliners, Ice Cube’s tour celebrates decades of hip-hop excellence. The run lasts nearly three months, offering nostalgia-filled performances.
Start: August 30, 2024
End: November 15, 2024
6. Offset – Set It Off Tour
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The former Migos rapper embarks on his first solo tour, treating fans to music from his recent solo projects. The spring tour spans two months.
Start: March 1, 2024
End: April 30, 2024
7. Busta Rhymes – Blockbusta Tour
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Busta Rhymes celebrates his latest album with this high-energy tour, lasting six weeks. Fans can catch him from March through mid-April.
Start: March 13, 2024
End: April 21, 2024
8. Vince Staples – Black in America Tour
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Known for his introspective lyrics and captivating performances, Vince Staples’ tour runs throughout October and November, giving fans a fresh taste of his latest album, Dark Times.
Start: October 14, 2024
End: November 7, 2024
9. Schoolboy Q – Blue Lips Weekends Tour
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In celebration of his sixth studio album, Blue Lips, Schoolboy Q hits the road for a month-long summer tour focused on festival-style weekend performances.
Start: July 18, 2024
End: August 11, 2024
10. Bone Thugs-N-Harmony – Anniversary Tour
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Commemorating 30 years of hits, Bone Thugs-N-Harmony’s tour includes special appearances by Talib Kweli and Ice Cube. Their tour runs from August through November.
Start: August 9, 2024
End: November 21, 2024
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Will Smith is adamantly denying having being involved in any sort of nefarious behavior with Sean “Diddy” Combs. While the Oscar-wiining actor was back in rapper mode, he addressed all the memes that funny not funnily link him with the disgraced Hip-Hop mogul.
On Thursday, December 12, the Fresh Prince was on stage at The Observatory North Park in San Diego when he decided it was past time to address the jokes. “I been seein’ y’all memes and stuff. I see the memes. Some of that stuff is funny, some of it’s funny,” said Smith, and as see in footage now making the rounds.
He added, “I just wanna say this very clearly: I don’t have sh*t to do with Puffy, so you all can stop all them memes. Y’all can stop all of that bulls**t. I ain’t been nowhere near no damn ‘Freak Off.’”
#WillSmith is telling fans he’s got no #Diddy dirty laundry … because he’s never been tight with the disgraced rap mogul. Full story here: https://t.co/pW6O90eJ7M pic.twitter.com/paVvPSPgi2
— TMZ (@TMZ) December 13, 2024
Unless you’ve been willfully avoiding the media, you’ve already heard that Diddy is indicted and sitting in jail awaiting trial for multiple charges of sexual assault. And more accusers continue to come forward seemingly every other day.
But while Smith may not have attended any freak offs (he also added, “I ain’t been nowhere near that man, ain’t did none of that stupid s**t.”), he’s certainly appeared with Diddy in many photos over the years. But so have most any rappers and entertainers of note.
Combs has pled not guilty and will be standing trial on May 5, 2025.
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50 Cent Reveals Drake’s Alleged ‘Opp List’: Who’s On It?
50 Cent has shocked fans by unveiling Drake’s so-called “opp list” during a recent interview with Big Boy TV.
The list, which includes over 60 names, has sparked intrigue, especially amidst Drizzy’s ongoing feud with Kendrick Lamar and his involvement in a lawsuit with UMG.
The rapper revealed a printed version of the list, which appears to highlight individuals and entities that Drake allegedly views as his enemies.
From fellow rappers to high-profile figures in the entertainment industry, even major institutions like award shows make an appearance.
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Drake hasn’t toured since 2018, and his long-standing beefs, particularly with Kendrick Lamar, have been a constant topic of discussion.
But what does it mean to be on Drake’s “opp list”? According to 50 Cent, it’s a result of Drake’s massive success and how certain people, perhaps feeling threatened by his dominance, have become adversaries.
“Drake was winning consistently more than everybody else in the culture,”
50 Cent explained, holding up the list during the interview.
“And then these people start to turn into people that feel like they’re opps, ‘cause they keep watching him win.”
He ran his fingers along the list as he spoke, suggesting the growing number of people who may be looking to take shots at the Canadian rapper.
The origins of the list are unclear, but some fans speculate that it was first shared by the X account Drake Debate in October 2024.
However, it was 50 Cent’s recent mention of it that gave the list new life, sparking even more conversations about the people Drake might consider his “opp.”
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1. Kanye West
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Kanye started his career producing for Roc-A-Fella Records, Jay-Z’s label. Their iconic collaboration on Watch the Throne remains one of the most celebrated joint albums in hip-hop history. Despite ups and downs in their personal relationship, their professional history is deeply intertwined.
2. Rihanna
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Discovered by Jay-Z and signed to Def Jam during his presidency of the label, Rihanna’s career was launched under his guidance. The two have collaborated on hits like “Umbrella” and “Run This Town.”
3. Kendrick Lamar
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While Kendrick is signed to TDE, he has often cited Jay-Z as an influence and has shared stages with him, including performances at major events like the Grammys.
4. The Weeknd
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Jay-Z has praised The Weeknd publicly and included him in the TIDAL streaming platform’s exclusive roster. The two share mutual respect as dominant figures in their genres.
5. ASAP Rocky
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ASAP Rocky has worked with artists associated with Jay-Z’s Roc Nation, and the two have been seen together at major industry events, often sparking rumors of future collaborations.
6. LeBron James
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Jay-Z and LeBron share a strong friendship. They’ve collaborated in business ventures, including in the sports world, where Jay-Z was a part-owner of the Brooklyn Nets.
7. Tyler, The Creator
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Tyler has mentioned Jay-Z as an influence and attended events like the Made in America Festival, which Jay-Z curates.
8. Megan Thee Stallion
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Megan is signed to Roc Nation for management, a move that elevated her career and aligned her with Jay-Z’s team.
9. Metro Boomin
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Metro has produced for artists associated with Roc Nation, and his music style aligns with the type of beats Jay-Z has frequently worked with.
10. Rick Ross
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Jay-Z and Rick Ross have collaborated on numerous tracks, including “Free Mason” and “3 Kings.” Both are known for their luxury rap styles.
11. Future
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The two collaborated on “I Got the Keys,” a standout track from DJ Khaled’s Major Key album.
12. Busta Rhymes
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Busta and Jay-Z came up in the New York rap scene together and have collaborated on tracks like “Why We Die.”
13. Charlamagne tha God
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As a media personality, Charlamagne has interviewed Jay-Z multiple times, discussing topics ranging from music to social justice.
14. Playboi Carti
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Though not directly linked to Jay-Z, Carti has performed at Roc Nation-supported events and has collaborated with Roc Nation-affiliated artists.
15. Jack Dorsey
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As the co-founder of Twitter and Square (now Block), Dorsey partnered with Jay-Z for initiatives like Bitcoin funding and co-ownership of TIDAL.
16. Lil Yachty
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Yachty has publicly expressed admiration for Jay-Z and worked with artists in his circle, further cementing his connection.
17. Childish Gambino
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As Childish Gambino, Glover shares Jay-Z’s reputation for blending artistry with business. He has performed at Jay-Z’s Made in America Festival.
18. Pharrell Williams
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Longtime collaborator, Pharrell has produced iconic tracks for Jay-Z, including “Change Clothes” and “I Just Wanna Love U.”
19. Roddy Ricch
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A rising star, Roddy Ricch has performed at events backed by Roc Nation and collaborated with artists in Jay-Z’s orbit.
20. Peter Rosenberg
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The radio host has interviewed Jay-Z multiple times and frequently discusses his influence on hip-hop.
21. Joe Budden
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Budden has often analyzed Jay-Z’s career on his podcast, highlighting his evolution in the industry.
22. YG
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Signed to Def Jam during Jay-Z’s tenure, YG has performed alongside Roc Nation artists and collaborated on music projects.
23. JPEGMafia Performs At The Regency Ballroom
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Known for his experimental style, JPEGMAFIA cites Jay-Z as an influence and often comments on his legacy.
24. Dave Free
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As Kendrick Lamar’s manager and TDE executive, Dave Free has collaborated indirectly with Roc Nation on events and shared platforms like TIDAL.
25. ScHoolboy Q
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Another TDE artist, Schoolboy Q has performed at festivals curated by Jay-Z and has collaborated with Roc Nation-affiliated acts.
26. Ebro Darden
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As a prominent radio personality, Ebro has interviewed Jay-Z and frequently discusses his career and impact on hip-hop
27. Whitney Alford
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Kendrick Lamar’s fiancée, Whitney has appeared at TDE and Roc Nation events, reflecting the mutual respect between their camps.
28. Adidas
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29. Terrence Henderson (Punch TDE)
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30. SZA
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A TDE artist, SZA has been featured on Jay-Z’s TIDAL platform, and they’ve interacted at events like the Grammys.