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Reason why Jay-Z has changed his name – and what it really means

Jay-Z has quietly introduced a new version of his name, and behind the subtle change is a personal meaning that goes deeper than it first appears. Recently, fans noticed something was different about Jay-Z. In ...

Abandoned and abused: How a broken childhood shaped a global star

His father left him when he was still an infant, and his mother abused him and neglected him while using drugs. It shaped his entire life, but perhaps also led to his creative expression. Today ...

Prakazrel 'Pras' Michel got 14 years in prison. Credit / Getty Images

Grammy winner who “betrayed U.S. for money” gets 14 years in prison

A Grammy-winning rapper and founding member of the Fugees was hit with 14 years in federal prison after he “attempted to manipulate a sitting president” and “betrayed the US for money.” Prakazrel “Pras” Michel, 53, ...

Rapper claims Lyft driver refused her ride

A plus-sized rapper is suing a ride share company after she was refused a lift by one of its drivers who insisted “she was too big to fit in the back seat.” Dajua Blanding, known ...

Rapper had surgery to get gold chains implanted into his skull

The majority of us live in communities today where freedom of expression is a given. It may have taken a long time, but it feels like we’re finally approaching a place where people can be ...

Eminem (left) and Debbie Nelson (right). Credit / Getty Images

Eminem’s mom, Debbie Nelson, dies age 69

Though Debbie Nelson was the bitter inspiration behind several of Eminem’s lyrical attacks, the rapper was “good to his mom,” and tried make things right with her before she died December 2, 2024, of lung ...

Snoop Dogg lost his grandchild – shared emotional message

Snoop Dogg is perhaps one of the most popular American rappers and television personalities. The musician has made his name worldwide and is a household name. However, many might not know about his personal life. ...