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[Hip-Hop] G-Unit – Real Quick

Posted by Baseer Ahmad - June 3, 2014

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Real Quick

The G-Unit comeback machine doesn’t seem to be slowing down anytime soon, as the crew have just dropped their second track in 2 days, this time rhyming over Drake‘s latest single, “0-100.” While many will be quick to dismiss this as a marketing gimmick meant to draw attention to the release of Animal Ambition earlier today (which knowing 50 Cent, wouldn’t be hard to believe), we still can’t help but marvel at the fact that the original members of the group are at least back in the studio recording with one another. What’s even more amazing is that they actually sound pretty good together. An argument can even be made that this version is actually better than Drizzy’s original, but we’ll leave the discussion up to you.

If 50 is as smart as we hope he is, he’ll find a way to keep everyone together long enough to create at least one more project. In the meantime, fans can check them out live at Citi Field as they perform a post-game concert after the Mets face the Padres on June 14th.

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[Hip-Hop] G-Unit – Nah I’m Talking About

Posted by Ash El Gamal - June 2, 2014

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Nah I'm Talking About

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After a surprise performance at last night’s Hot 97 Summer Jam, the original members of G-Unit (minus Olivia, plus Kidd Kidd) have given us their first new track together in recent history. Despite rumors of beef and a few unpleasant interview remarks, 50 Cent, Lloyd Banks, Tony Yayo and Young Buck reunite over the Hit-Boy produced HS87 cut “Grinding My Whole Life,” transforming it to “Nah I’m Talking About.” To our surprise, and delight, it absolutely slaps.

Although my dreams of an all-out 50 and G-Unit comeback have been repeatedly shattered over the last ten years, I can’t help but think about how the rap game might have been different had they kept their momentum from 2004 going for just a few more years. It is unlikely that this is the start of their return but hopefully there will be a few more songs where this one came from. In the meantime, enjoy this blast from the past and check out the stream of 50’s upcoming album, Animal Ambition, to help nurse any remaining G-Unit withdrawals.

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[Hip-Hop] 50 Cent – Flip On You (Feat. ScHoolboy Q)

Posted by Baseer Ahmad - May 29, 2014

50 Cent
Flip On You (Feat. ScHoolboy Q)

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It’s never been a big secret that ScHoolboy Q is a huge fan of 50 Cent, and now the Compton native gets the opportunity to link up with his hero on the leaked track, “Flip On You.” 50’s influence can be heard throughout much of Oxymoron, and while this track didn’t make the final cut of that album, it gets a chance to live on as bonus cut off of 50’s upcoming Animal Ambition. The long awaited collaboration finds both emcees flexing over a soulful instrumental provided by Nascent, and after a couple listens, we’d have to say 50’s skills on the mic are still far better than his talent on the mound (although we all know that was a publicity stunt right?)

Check out the single above, and look out for Animal Ambition in a few days when it drops on June 3rd. You can also find a free stream of the album after the jump.

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[Hip-Hop] J. Cole – New York Times (Feat. 50 Cent & Bas)

Posted by Baseer Ahmad - June 13, 2013

J. Cole
New York Times (Feat. 50 Cent & Bas)

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Although Born Sinner has already leaked, J. Cole has decided to share a bonus cut with us which will be featured on his Truly Yours 3 EP, set to be packaged as an additional disc with the deluxe edition of the album. With 50 Cent holding down the chorus, and fellow Dreamvillain Bas chipping in with a verse of his own, Cole and crew cover all facets of life as a New Yorker. All in all, it’s one of the better tracks we’ve heard from Cole over the last few weeks, and it makes you wonder why it never made the final cut for the album. It also might’ve been cool to get a verse from 50 squeezed in there as well. We honestly haven’t heard him prominently featured on anyone’s material in quite awhile.

If you haven’t heard J. Cole’s new album yet, you can check out a full stream after the jump. Just make sure to have your pre-orders ready when Born Sinner drops on June 18th. Continue reading →

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[Hip-Hop] 50 Cent – We Up (Feat. Kendrick Lamar)

Posted by Baseer Ahmad - March 23, 2013

50 Cent
We Up (feat. Kendrick Lamar)

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Although 50 Cent hasn’t been able to maintain much relevance musically over the past few years, he’s been able to mostly rely on other ventures to remain financially viable. With his fifth album, Street King Immortal, dropping later this year, 50 is determined to change that. While he’s tried his hand out with a few singles over the last few months (rather unsuccessfully), something tells me he’s finally found the right one in “We Up.” Originally, this track was released last month with an additional verse from Kidd Kidd alongside the one from Kendrick Lamar. In the end though, it seems as if Interscope Records had a difference in opinion on the necessity of one kid, while deciding to let the good kid stick around. Regardless of the changes, the song is incredibly smooth and a pretty impressive effort from 50. It definitely gives us something to be excited about with the new album going forward.

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[LIST] Hip-Hop Cash Kings: The Richest Rappers

Posted by michelleg - September 6, 2012

Forbes recently released a list of 2012’s hip-hop “Cash Kings,” ranking the rap world’s top earners. Snagging the #1 spot was Dr. Dre, who wrangled up a whopping $110 million — half of which can be attributed to his Beats by Dre headphone brand. The West Coast producer and emcee was joined by #2 Diddy (buoyed by his Ciroc vodka), #3 Jay-Z (his money raked in from number of places, like the Brooklyn Nets) and #4 Kanye (reaping much of the benefits from Watch The Throne). Eminem, who hasn’t exactly been a popular face for corporate endorsements and sponsorships, still placed at #9, bolstered by his music, selling more albums in the last 10 years than any artist. What are your thoughts, ninjas?

1. Dr. Dre – $110 million
2. Diddy – $45 million
3. Jay-Z – $38 million
4. Kanye West – $35 million
5. Lil Wayne – $27 million
6. Drake – $20.5 million
7. Birdman – $20 million
8. Nicki Minaj – $15.5 million
9. Eminem – $15 million
10. Ludacris – $12 million

Check out the full list after the jump.
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Wiz Khalifa ft. 50 Cent – Telescope (Prod. Harry Fraud)

Posted by Blas Yaselli - June 21, 2012

Wiz Khalifa may be in Paris at the moment but after his tweet today, he will be all playing across the States. This morning he shared his new track “Telescope” featuring 50 cents.

Interchanging verses over a soothing and mellow production (by Harry Fraud), the two homogeneously come together resulting in a suprisingly enjoyable track. Listen and download below.

’Wiz Khalifa ft. 50 Cent – Telescope (Prod. Harry Fraud)’

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