Kanye West Apologizes

I’m glad he apologized because that was kinda green of Kanye, sometimes its best to keep your opinions to yourself….

50 Cent Defends Soulja Boy

Picture kinda dark, My bad… Props to Nahright!!!

Last month, 50 Cent and Soulja Boy excited some fans and confused others during a West Coast stop on Young Money Presents: The America’s Most Wanted Music Festival. Fif stepped onstage in California and performed with his much younger club-floor-catering peer. Those in attendance seemed to love it, but on the Net there was speculation about how and why the collaboration came together.

 

Well, 50 Cent told us last week exactly why he wanted to come onstage with Soulja Boy. The answer is … well, the General doesn’t have to answer to anyone. The truth is, 50 and Soulja are cool. “I’d understand to not like the guy who’s a one-hit wonder. But he’s had two #1 records off his follow up album. As an actual artist, people may criticize him at different points.. like the first song, cuz of what kind of hit it was. I thought it was exciting the concept of a 16 year old kid writing, producing, and having his friends around him, creating a dance.”

He even said that Soulja’s popularity even resonates in Eminem’s crib. “I was at Em’s house,” 50 said recently. “He has a basketball court that doubles as [daughter] Hailie’s dance studio. That dance studio has the hardwood floors. I watched the kids do the Soulja Boy dance to the song. They’re into organized dancing. That was something they were into. They’re a world way from where Soulja Boy comes from. But it’s translating and it’s actually a hit record and he continues to make hit records that work.” So, Fif says to kick off his homie’s back and let the teenager do his thing.

Nicki Minaj signs with Universal/YoungMoney

Months after Drake signs with Universal Records, another intense bidding war ensues, resulting in Nicki Minaj signing with Lil Wayne’s Young Money label. During the last two years Minaj has emerged as one of the premiere rappers, choosing to fore go earlier label offers in order to establish a stronger fan base by way of the internet, promotional touring and a series of mix tapes.
After the release of “Playtime is Over” and “Sucker Free”, it was her third mix-tape, the critically acclaimed “Beam Me Up Scotty” with featured appearances from Lil Wayne, Gucci Mane, Busta Rhymes, Bobby Valentino and Drake that caught the attention of music industry heavy weights.
Lil Wayne asserts, “I am honored to have Nicki Minaj as Young Money’s First Lady. She is a star”

The battle among labels to sign Minaj heightened this summer and finalized with Minaj signing an exceptional and very unique deal with Young Money/Universal, where she retains and owns all of her 360 rights, including merchandising, sponsorships, endorsements, touring and publishing.
Nicki Minaj asserts, “To say I’m excited would be an understatement. It’s validation. It’s proof. It’s empowerment. I represent every little girl in a hood near you. To everyone that supported me two years ago when I was on underground mix-tapes and DVDs and to the people that only caught on two weeks ago, I say thank you. Be proud of yourself. You’ve given girls all around the world the permission to change the face of female rap.”

Minaj’s debut album is anticipated to be released in early 2010 and will be distributed through Universal Motown. Minaj is currently appearing with Lil Wayne at sold-out arenas throughout the country on the America’s Most Wanted tour, which also features Young Jeezy, Soulja Boy and more. Minaj continues to be managed by Mizay Enertainment’s Debra Antney who also represents Gucci Mane.

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