“I’m just bringing the cool factor to it,” said the American hip-hop producer, who has spent millions of dollars on 48 camels for a team he calls “Saudi Bronx.”
Category: Rap and Hip-Hop
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The Story Behind Juvenile’s ‘Back That Azz Up’
Juvenile’s “Back That Azz Up” was a 1999 hit that brought twerking and New Orleans bounce into the mainstream. Here’s the story of how it became a sensation.
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Rob Stone, Master Marketer of Hip-Hop, Is Dead at 55
A founder of the influential music magazine The Fader, he also bridged the worlds of hip-hop and the Fortune 500 with his innovative marketing agency.
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Young Thug’s Gang Trial Is Paused Because of Judge’s Secret Meeting
The much-delayed case was halted indefinitely to determine whether the judge should recuse himself after meeting with an uncooperative witness.
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Towa Bird’s Bouncy Revenge Rock, and 10 More New Songs
Hear tracks by Camila Cabello, Wilco, Xavi and others.
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Killer Mike Won’t Face Charges After Grammys Arrest
The rapper, who got into an altercation with a security guard after winning three Grammys, has completed community service.
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Travis Scott Releases Mug Shot T-Shirts After His Miami Arrest
A commemoration of the rapper’s brief arrest in Miami Beach, the shirt reinforced the idea that for some celebrities, a brush with the law can be good for business.
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Gracie Abrams and Taylor Swift’s Duet, and 8 More New Songs
Hear tracks by Mavis Staples, Jamie xx featuring Robyn, Rakim and others.
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Gracie Abrams and Taylor Swift’s Duet, and 8 More New Songs
Hear tracks by Mavis Staples, Jamie xx featuring Robyn, Rakim and others.
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Why Does Kendrick Lamar Want Drake to Return Tupac’s Ring?
At Mr. Lamar’s Juneteenth concert on Wednesday, he made a request for Drake to return Mr. Shakur’s iconic crown ring. Is this about more than just beef between the two rappers?
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The 40 Best Songs of 2024 (So Far)
Our critics select 33 standouts from our weekly Playlists — and seven more tracks they had missed.
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Kendrick Lamar’s Drake Victory Lap Unites Los Angeles
After unofficially winning a high-profile diss war with Drake, the rapper hosted a Juneteenth concert that celebrated local heroes — and his own sharp-tongued tracks.