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Happy Birthday Lil Wayne: Here’s Why He’s The Best Rapper Alive

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Lil Wayne was a contributing voice when Hurricane Katrina occurred, thrashing the gulf coast. Many people died and lost their homes in the city of New Orleans. Lil Wayne became a prominent hip-hop force in 2005 when he dropped his Dedication series with DJ Drama.

The songs Lil Wayne recorded between 2005 and 2009 had everyone perking their ears up and listening for the rapper. That sort of influence should not go unnoticed. He rapped with metaphors and told analogies about life we all could relate to all while boasting vivid imagery of the harsh life in the streets and homes of New Orleans, Louisiana. A true Socrates at heart.

Lil Wayne arguably has the best mixtape series to ever bless music. This was before streaming came into play, which wasn’t that long ago, and was an era that held rap together. Though we enjoyed classic albums during that time, artists could not express themselves how they needed to through their respective record labels. So, a lot of artists went rogue and released free mixtapes to engage with their fans.

Let’s face it–Wayne was the face DatPiff and HNHH. Lil Wayne is one of the innovators of hip-hop, a true game-changer. Any moment you heard a song and then it’s covered by Lil Wayne? Well, that isn’t the original artist’s song anymore–it’s Wayne’s. It was difficult during that time knowing which was the original track, as Wayne outperformed artists on their own songs.

Once Wayne went to jail in 09’, Drake debuted and hold the Young Money crown and has pretty much held it ever since. Drake openly expresses how Lil Wayne has been the root of his upbringing since being introduced into the game back in 2008. Happy Birthday to Dewayne Carter, one of the biggest influencers for the overall sound in today’s hip-hop culture.

Tell us some of your favorite Lil Wayne memories. Leave us a comment below.

Written By Christian McBride

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#FMSpotight: Cash Money Records’ Showcase: A Fascinating Behind-the-Scenes Look (Review)

Attending Cash Money Records’ Nowhere: Fresh Out The Vault was out of this world! Although I came across some difficulties (which stemmed from my lack of tech-savviness), everything still worked in my favor. With the help of kindhearted individuals, I was able to glide across the website with ease. 

In addition, the website itself made the virtual experience feel more realistic. Cash Money Records matched the site’s futuristic aesthetic by displaying bright colors, sci-fi-inspired stages, and inventive music via Nowhere. 

Overall, the team made it an enjoyable experience. The online gathering was innovative, engaging, and exuded positive vibes. 

First, myself and other creative powerhouses watched a video that highlighted the history behind Cash Money Record’s artists and their music. Afterward, we were guided to another stage that still carried the astronomical theme. Within each cyber realm, the audience heard unreleased music from GSO Phat, Towhid, G 5aby, Jacquees, Eighty8, Casper Bluff, and Reese Youngn. 

Jacquees just so happened to drop his single a few days later with Queen Naija titled “Bed Friends.” Another interesting musical piece I heard was a Plies sample in Casper Bluff’s “My Shawty (feat. Coca Vango).” To put it into better terms, the song was catchy. He does an exceptional job of delivering melodic rhymes about a woman who’s captivated his heart.

Yet, the musician I was drawn to most was Towhid. The R&B vibes coupled with his sensual vocality and confident approach enticed me to hear more. I couldn’t help but sing along to his upcoming banger, “99-2000.” 

What I can say about each artist is that they made the beat their own. Their lyrical content and smooth cadences ultimately drew me in. They spoke about love, good fortune, and everything in between. 

Thanks to the Cash Money Records team for having me! 

By: Natalee Gilbert

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#FMTrends: Juvenile And Birdman Squash Beef And Release Joint Album [Links]

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Juvenile And Birdman Squash Beef And Release Joint Album

Salutations FM Trendsetters!  The internet and social media are buzzing harder than a bee hive when you hit it with a bat.  Word on the “skreets” is that Cash Money could be on the way to a possible reunion.  It seems that since the past year or so, members of the New Orleans collective have settled their differences and collaborating with each other under the radar.  Now the secret is out! Turk is out of prison, Lil Wayne and Mannie Fresh confirmed a joint album will be released, and Juvenile and Birdman (b.k.a. Stunna) released a new joint album, “Just Another Gangsta” as of this past weekend. The last time we heard Juve and Stunna on a track together was Juvenile‘s 2004 single “Bounce Back” off his third studio album “Juve The Great“.  Now the two former powerhouses of Cash Money the label collaborated on some heat for the street, for the fans, and for the culture!  Here is a track by track review, by yours truly, of the new album “Just Another Gangsta“:

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#CherryJuice: Birdman Apologies to Lil Wayne at Lil WeezyAna Fest

Weezy Accepts Apology and Brings Out Nicki Minaj

Lil Wayne and Birdman falling out over unpaid royalties was a Hip Hop tragedy. We have seen Wayne grow from a Hot Boy to the Best Rapper Alive to when is the next Carter Album dropping. Seeing Weezy say

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#FreshJuice: 50 Cent Featuring Chris Brown “No Romeo, No Juliet”

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During the end of 2015, 50 Cent dropped his mixtape called “The Kanan Tape.” Since then, he has been pushing his Sonny Digital-produced single “I’m The Man,” a song that was endorsed by Birdman during his Hot97 interview. Today, Fiddy drops something brand new for his fans. Featuring Chris Brown, the single seems to deserve some radio play.

On the track, Fiddy and Chris trade bars. Breezy calls 50 his OG, while the G-Unit boss raps about interracial dating.

“A few tricks a day/That there keep the bill collectors away/You hear my name on the street/Circulating, you heard I’m cakin’/These n*ggas try to compete/Perpetratin’, what’s percolating?”

Check out 50 Cent’s latest project “The Kanan Tape,” and look for a new follow up soon.

Click here to listen to “No Romeo, No Juliet.”

Tahitia Allante | IG: @TahitiaAllante| Twitter: @TahitiaAllante

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#CherryJuice: Birdman Went Off on The Breakfast Club!!

Respek Birdman …

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#CherryJuice: Birdman Opens Up To Angie Martinez FULL INTERVIEW (WATCH)

#CherryJuice:Birdman Sits Down w/ Angie Martinez | #HipHop4her

#CherryJuice:Birdman Sits Down w/ Angie Martinez | #HipHop4her

BIRDMAN SITS DOWN WITH ANGIE MARTINEZ

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#CherryJuice: Cash Money Records Loosing More Artist?

The Trouble With Cash Money Records Continues.

#CherryJuice: Cash Money Records Loosing More Artist?

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