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It’s Really Up: Cardi B & JT Go At Each Other’s Sew-Ins On Twitter
HipHopWired Featured Video CLOSE Source: Prince Williams / Getty Cardi B and JT of the City Girls were previously thought to be good associates at the very least but apparently, that isn’t the case. The Bronx star and the Miami rapper exchanged some harsh words about one another via Twitter and the Barbz, among others, are seemingly enjoying the mess. It isn’t known exactly why this beef started but from what we’ve gathered from Twitter , Cardi B may have thrown the first subliminal shot and JT returned fire after a second tweet went up. The tweets reading “Lapdog” and “Go Fetch” was cryptic until JT responded with, “Cardi you go fetch a real talent! We DM’ing why you come back here to put on a show for these KIDS?” Cardi, not known for pulling punches, fired back with a Quote Tweet to JT ...
Researchers allege Bitcoin’s climate impact closer to ‘digital crude’ than gold
The Bitcoin (BTC) bashing has continued unabated even in the depths of a bear market with more research questioning its energy usage and impact on the environment. The latest paper by researchers at the department of economics at the University of New Mexico, published on Sept. 29, alleges that from a climate-damage perspective, Bitcoin operates more like “digital crude” than “digital gold.” The research attempts to estimate the energy-related climate damage caused by proof-of-work Bitcoin mining and make comparisons to other industries. It alleges that between 2016 and 2021, on average each $1 in BTC market value created was responsible for $0.35 in global “climate damages,” adding: “Which as a share of market value is in the range between beef production and crude oil burned as gasoline,...
It’s Up: Cardi B Hits Back At Akbar V, Tweets Got Flagrant Real Quick
HipHopWired Featured Video CLOSE Source: Prince Williams / Getty Cardi B has endured her share of beef online over the years of her career with some of her Hip-Hop peers taking aim at her music and personal life. Akbar V is currently catching the wrath of the Bronx superstar after Cardi B responded to what some are perceiving to be a dig at her talent.The still-ongoing beef between Cardi B and Akbar V seemingly began after the latter posed a speculative thought that some fans took as a slight toward Glorilla’s “Tomorrow 2” track featuring Cardi. It appeared that Akbar was questioning the song’s impact on the charts and Cardi responded to the now-deleted tweet and it’s been off to the races since. Cardi went for the jugular, mentioning Akbar’s five children from five different men, her alle...
Popular Demand: Cam’ron Reveals How He And Jay-Z Squashed Their Beef
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Theo Wargo / Getty Cam’ron rarely does interviews but when he does he doesn’t disappoint. In a new Q&A he reveals how he and Jay-Z squashed their beef. As per Complex the Harlem, New York native paid a visit to the Million Dollaz Worth Of Game podcast. While Gillie Da Kid and Wallo got the “Get Em’ Girls” rapper to discuss several iconic moments in his career, it was his take on his back and forth with Hov that got the Hip-Hop Community talking. During the 56-minute mark he was asked how things got nasty between them and he pointed to his smash single “Oh Boy”. Related Stories Jigga surprised him with a remix verse but Killa wasn’t feeling it thus he erased it. “I was just so caught up… I’m very, very petty, man” he said. But looking ba...
Paolo Banchero & Dejounte Murray Might Be The New NBA Rivalry To Watch
Written By D.L. Chandler , Senior Editor Posted 2 mins ago @dlchandler123 D.L. Chandler is a veteran of the Washington D.C. metro writing scene, working as a journalist, reporter, and culture critic. Initially freelancing at iOne Digital in 2010, he officially joined the iOne team in 2017 where he currently works as a Senior Editor for Cassius Life and Hip-Hop Wired. D.L. covers a variety of topics including breaking news, politics, Hip-Hop music and culture, fashion, and Black history. He currently heads the SPIRIT.ED column for Cassius Life, which focuses on adult beverages and their history. D.L. has worked in the past for MTV News, Billboard, and several other publications. His first big break in journalism came with the now-defunct Politically Black in 1999, the nation’s first B...
Double Up: Mase & Cam’ron Prove They Have No Beef In New Video Clip
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Johnny Nunez / Getty Mase and Cam’ron haven’t had the best relationship over the years but it seems they have moved on from their issues. The two are now talking. As per Complex the two Rap icons are back on speaking terms, literally. On Thursday, August 4 the “Feels So Good” rapper shared a brief clip of him speaking to Killa over the phone. In all his jiggy glamour Betha is seen laughing as he checks in on his friend of 30 years saying “Killa, what’s good?” to which Cam replies “What up, n***a?”. The former Bad Boy Entertainment talent then proceeds to ask “where’s Mr. Petty?” as a reference to one of Cam’s most signature traits. Related Stories The news took not only their fans and peers by surprise but also Mase’s sister Stase. She reposted the c...
Jibber & Jabber: Gillie Da Kid & Rick Ross Have War Of Words, Twitter Is Entertained
HipHopWired Featured Video CLOSE Source: James Gilbert / Getty Rapper turned podcaster Gillie Da Kid and Rick Ross have been engaged in a days-long war of words that is reaching a new level of petty for both gentlemen. According to Twitter, the Philadelphia media figure is currently ahead of the race against his Florida counterpart, although some observers think the beef is corny. Gillie Da Kid’s issue with Rozay points to a moment earlier this year when Lil Wayne and the former Major Figgas rapper crossed paths claiming that the New Orleans star was afraid but footage of the encounter showcased that was completely the opposite. Mack Maine, the president of Young Money Records, posted the video showing the two gentlemen exchanging pleasantries instead of nearly coming to fisticuffs. From w...
Funkmaster Flex Blasts Pete Rock After Conway The Machine Beef
HipHopWired Featured Video CLOSE Source: Johnny Nunez / Getty Funkmaster Flex made news this week after exchanging harsh words with Conway The Machine, and it doesn’t look like that rift is going away anytime soon. The Hot 97 personality then turned his attention towards legendary producer Pete Rock, adding rise to the idea that Funk Flex isn’t backing down from any of his critics. Conway The Machine took aim recently at Funkmaster Flex, accusing the longtime DJ of ignoring rising artists in New York City in favor of commercial acts. Although the Buffalo, N.Y. star was clear he wasn’t clamoring for radio support, Funk Flex still fired a barrage of insults in the rapper’s direction. Pete Rock joined in the fracas by sharing a now-deleted comment on social media cosigning Conway and his crit...
Beef Between Mo’Nique & D.L. Hughley over Headline Slot Continues
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: E! Entertainment / Getty Comedians D.L. Hughley and Mo’Nique went viral this weekend for a spat where the two legends were both convinced that they were due the top slot at a show at Detroit’s Fox Theater. As previously reported by MadameNoire, the incident occurred on May 28 when as she came out to start her set (before Hughley) Mo’Nique ripped into the comedian with a profanity laced diatribe. Related Stories “The motherf****** contract said that a b**** is the headliner. Mo’Nique is to be the last motherf****** person on the g****** stage. She is the headliner. I’m 30+ years in this motherf****** business and I don’t open for no g****** body. The contract said the headliner. But a n**** named DL Hughley turned into a b**** and said ‘I won’t...
Watch: Fat Joe Admits He Played Himself By Beefing With Jay-Z
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: @MATHHOFFA / Youtube Fat Joe is now a much wiser Fat Joe. The Don has admitted he was wrong by beefing with Jay-Z and the Roc-A-Fella Records crew. As per Hype Beast you can always count on the South Bronx native for a great interview. In his latest Q&A he sat down with Math Hoffa and crew on the My Expert Opinion podcast. They got him to discuss a variety of topics including his historic beef with Jay-Z. With no hesitation the “John Blaze” MC admitted his culpability in the situation and made it clear it is one of his biggest regrets. “One of the greatest friendships, admiration and love, I played myself. With everything that happened with us and Roc-A-Fella and all that was Fat Joe’s doing, and I played myself, and I was wrong,” he reveale...
Jack Harlow & Brandy Mock Meat Beef Continues, Pair Share Playful Jabs
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Stefanie Keenan / Getty Jack Harlow was recently in the center of a mild firestorm of controversy regarding Brandy and her brother, Ray J. The Louisville rapper discovered that Brandy is the older sister of the business entrepreneur, which sparked a playful back and forth. Jack Harlow & Brandy Beef Explained Last week, Jack Harlow appeared on Hot 97’s Ebro In The Morning program in support of his new album, Come Home the Kids Miss You. During the chat, the hosts tested Harlow’s R&B ear by playing a tune from Brandy. After failing to guess who it was, even with the clue that Ray J was her brother, the hosts revealed the answer much to Harlow’s shock. Related Stories The moment was caught live on air, and sparked a debate about Harlow’s place in the...
Freddie Gibbs Allegedly Catches B$F Taper & The Fade In Buffalo From Benny The Butcher’s Goons?
HipHopWired Featured Video CLOSE Source: Johnny Nunez / Getty The feud between Freddie Gibbs and Benny The Butcher was one of the oddest moments in recent Hip-Hop history, shattering the idea of a bond between the talented lyricists. The beef escalated after Gibbs was allegedly beaten by goons affiliated with Benny The Butcher. Last Saturday (May 14), Gibbs was at a local dining establishment a day ahead of his Space Rabbit Tour stop in Buffalo. The Gary, Ind. rapper was allegedly mobbed by a group that fans suggested was connected to Benny The Butcher. The following day, images of Gibbs surfaced which added to the chatter that he was beaten. Gibbs and Benny first got into it when the Black Soprano Family honcho said during an interview that a collaborative project was not in the cards. Gi...
