Tag #Rap Music

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Cardi B's New Album Release and Acquittal in Civil Lawsuit Fuel Publicity

Following a seven-year hiatus, rapper Cardi B employed unique publicity tactics for her new album, "Am I The Drama?", including street sales and leveraging her recent acquittal in a civil lawsuit, which she used to create a special "Courtroom" album edition.

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Luther" Breaks Billboard Record: Kendrick Lamar's Reign on Hot Rap Songs

Kendrick Lamar and SZA's "Luther" has spent 21 of 25 weeks at No. 1 on Billboard's Hot Rap Songs chart, surpassing Lil Nas X's "Old Town Road" and securing Lamar's place as one of the most successful rappers in Billboard history, based on radio airplay, sales, and streaming data.

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Kneecap Controversy: Freedom of Speech Debate Erupts After Murder Calls

Kevin Rowland of Dexys Midnight Runners and 40 other artists defended Irish rap group Kneecap's freedom of expression following calls for the band's cancellation from UK gigs after footage emerged of a member calling for the murder of MPs; counter-terrorism police are assessing the footage.

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Lamar's "Not Like Us" Reclaims No. 1 on Rap Digital Song Sales Chart

Kendrick Lamar's "Not Like Us" returned to No. 1 on the Rap Digital Song Sales chart, surpassing Drake's "Nokia," marking its 12th week at the top and showcasing the ongoing impact of their public feud, further boosted by recent Grammy wins and a Super Bowl performance.

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Doechii's Grammy Win Boosts Album to New Chart Peaks

Doechii's Grammy win for Best Rap Album propelled her debut album, "Alligator Bites Never Heal," to new heights on four Billboard charts, with her single "Denial is a River" also reaching new peaks across multiple rankings.

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Libya Bans Rap Music, Citing Moral Concerns

Libya's eastern and western authorities banned rap music due to concerns about obscene content and violations of Islamic morals, impacting artists and potentially restricting freedom of expression.

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Fotze": Reclaiming a Slur in Feminist Discourse

The German word "Fotze," a derogatory term for vulva, is being reclaimed by women in the German-speaking world and internationally through feminist discourse, sparking debate about its usage and meaning across generations.

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Academics Warn Drake Lawsuit Could Set Dangerous Precedent for Rap Music

Four US academics filed court documents arguing that Drake's defamation lawsuit against Universal Music Group (UMG) over Kendrick Lamar's "Not Like Us" could set a dangerous precedent for rap music, potentially threatening free speech protections if successful.

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Kneecap Under Investigation for Potential Terror Offenses

Following the discovery of two videos showing members of the Irish rap group Kneecap making statements that appear to incite violence against British MPs, including the phrase "The only good Tory is a dead Tory. Kill your local MP,", the Metropolitan Police's Counter Terrorism Internet Referral Unit...

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Drake's 14th No. 1 Album Tops Billboard Charts

Drake's new album, "$ome $exy $ongs 4 U," featuring PartyNextDoor, debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard charts, marking his 14th chart-topping album, surpassing Kendrick Lamar's "GNX" and signifying a milestone in his career, rivaling only Jay-Z and Taylor Swift.

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Not Like Us": Kendrick Lamar's Diss Track Becomes Unexpected Blockbuster

Kendrick Lamar's diss track "Not Like Us," aimed at Drake, unexpectedly topped Billboard charts, won five Grammys, and is slated for a Super Bowl performance, highlighting Lamar's artistic dominance and the song's catchy nature despite its controversial content.

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Doechii's Viral Tiny Desk Concert Launches Her to Spanish Stardom

Doechii, a Grammy-winning rapper, achieved significant popularity in Spain following her December 2023 Tiny Desk Concert, where she performed "BOOM BAP," a song addressing sexism in the rap industry; her unique style and viral success on platforms like TikTok also contributed to her fame.

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