Credit – Shareif Ziyadat Joe Budden And Cyn Santana Rejoin Cast Of Love & Hip Hop A lot has changed since Joe Budden and Cyn Santana were cast members on Love & Hip Hop: NY four years ago. For one, Joe was juggling the affections of Tahiry José and Kaylin Garcia, battling a drug addiction, and had made a proposal to Tahiry which was turned down. Meanwhile, Cyn was in a tumultuous lesbian relationship with Erica Mena , and had began a budding flirtationship with Cicsco Rosado. However, the two found love with one another once the cameras stopped rolling and now share a home and an adorable baby son named Lexington Budden. Now, with newfound success as a hip-hop culture commentator, Joe returns with his lady Cyn to the cast of the hit reality show. According to Variety , Joe and Cyn will rejoin the cast starting at its November 26 return. They’ll be appearing alongside newcomer Maino, and return castmembers Remy Ma and Papoose, Safaree, Kimbella and Juelz Santana, Yandy, Rich Dollaz and Juju among others. We all know that these shows have 10+ other side characters, so the rest of this season’s lineup remains to be named at this moment. No word yet what Cyn and Joe’s storyline will entail, but we’re guessing they’ll be another “go to them for advice” couple like Remy and Pappoose and some light conflicts with other castmates as they come along — or at least we hope it stays light. Are you excited to have Budden and his bae back on the show? What do you think they’ll get into this season? Thaddaeus McAdams/Getty Images/Shareif Ziyadat
Gwyneth Paltrow came through in the clutch with some overpriced purses that nobody actually needs because she’s totally down for appropriating hip-hop culture, you guys!…
50 Cent Says His Lifestyle Is Fake 50 Cent wants you to know that his brokeness is real. After filing for bankruptcy last week — presumably to avoid a $5 million payout to Rick Ross’ baby mama — 50 is letting the courts know that his struggle is authentic and all his lavish living is 100% for show. Via PageSix : It’s a counterfeit 50 Cent! The rapper, ordered to testify about his finances in Manhattan Supreme court Tuesday morning, said that his over-the-top displays of wealth — the bling, the Lamborghinis, Bentleys and Rolls Royces — are all smoke and mirrors. “Those cars were rented,” admitted the 40-year-old rapper, whose real name is Curtis Jackson. “It’s like music videos, they say action and you see all these fancy cars but everything goes back to the dealership,” he added. The rings, the chains? “I borrowed from the jeweler,” he admitted. In reality, he owns just three gold chains, which he has a jeweler refashion into a new piece every now and then, he said. And forget about a diamond-studded Rolex–he said he wears a plastic Casio G-Shock instead. A jury is deciding how much Fitty has to fork over to a woman whose private sex tape he posted online, in order to get back at rival rapper Rick Ross, who once fathered a baby with the woman. Earlier this month, the civil court jury ordered Jackson to pay $5 million to the woman, Lastonia Leviston, 33. Now in a second trial, the same jurors are deciding what amount of money would be an appropriate punishment as well as a deterrent to prevent him from doing a similar thing again. But the “Get Rich or Die Tryin’” star tried to downplay his wealth as mostly a front. “The hip-hop culture is aspirational,” he said. Damn, homie. Who would have thought that 50 was faking the funk so hard?
Why didn’t TIP give Iggy this lesson ?? Q-Tip Teaches Iggy Azalea On The Importance Of Hip Hop Culture Via Vibe reports: Iggy Azalea never seems to understand what Azealia Banks ’ problem with her is, and Banks doesn’t seem to be able to get through to her. After their most recent Twitter exchange, Q-Tip has decided to step in with a constructive assist. After referring to Banks as “a very smart, talented and blessed black woman” following her emotional comments about cultural appropriation and the “scrubbing” of black musicians’ art, Q-Tip turned his attention to Iggy Azalea . In a lengthy history lesson in the socio-political origins of hip-hop and how they remain relevant today, the Tribe Called Quest MC broke things down to the Aussie rapper directly. Being sure to clarify “that this is not a chastisement this is not admonishment at ALL this is just one artist reaching to another hoping to spark insight,” Q-Tip’s Twitter session could serve as a crash course in hip-hop culture for just about anyone. Get into Q-Tip’s very important hip hop lesson below. Iggy, you gon’ learn today!!!! Hit the flip for more next… Continue reading →
Dear Bossip , I just read your response to “Dumb Educated Bird,” and it really touched me. I can somewhat relate to her story! I’m an Ivy League alumni with four degrees and I’m making almost six figures as a 27 year old. My issue is that I’m in my 20s, not married, no kids, and live alone. I am an attractive female, but I tend to attract men who I cannot relate with. I tend to attract very handsome BASIC men (e.g. high school dropouts, no college education, the unemployed, drug addicts, gangsters, baby daddies, minimum wage working men, etc), UGLY educated men, or non-black educated men. I also attract professional actors, athletes, and artists. I remain friends with some of these men because I know in my heart I will never be emotionally attached to them because I cannot relate to them and they’re just not my type. I find myself VERY attracted to corporate black men because we share so much in common (e.g. work ethic, career goals, education, ambition, morals, etc). I met a couple, but they were either into non-black woman, “suspect,” married, or had a girlfriend. I haven’t been in a serious relationship in seven years and it’s starting to bother me. I just don’t want to settle for something less and end up like “Dumb Educated Bird.” What would be your advice? – Lonely Girl Dear Ms. Lonely Girl, This is perplexing, and I know the dating scene may seem daunting and cumbersome, however, I wonder if your standards may be too high, or, if you’re not willing to expand your dating horizons. Granted, you deserve to have a man to match you on every level (e.g. work ethic, career goals, education, ambition, morals, etc.), however, what happens when a man doesn’t meet one of your requirements? Do you quickly throw him to the waste side because he’s lacking in one area? What if he doesn’t have four degrees, but have two? What if his career goals are not to be CEO, but he is content being a senior level manager? What if he doesn’t want to have children? What if he has all of the requirements but may be slightly overweight, not that attractive, or non-black? I think if you relax on your expectations that you will meet some really great men, and who knows what they may bring to the table. Yes, you deserve quality, and if they are quality men, then why discount them if he is blue collar worker? You didn’t mention what city you lived in, and how you tend to meet these handsome BASIC men, but I wonder if it has something to do with where you’re socializing. I’m sure that a very attractive woman such as yourself with an Ivy League education, four degrees, making nearly six figures, with no kids, living alone, and not married must be socializing in the Hamptons, Martha’s Vineyard, or perhaps the Cayman Islands. I know the number of invitations you receive to high society events at various museums, Operas, charity balls, and black tie events surely must introduce you to some very handsome, smart, educated, career-oriented, ambitious, available corporate black men. (I’m being snarky). These Hollywood movies are going to get some of you women in trouble. I swear you watch these movies and think that is how life really is. The beautiful executive woman meets a gorgeous handsome corporate man and fall in love and live happily ever after. Hold out for that if you want, and you will continue to find yourself alone. So, here’s what you can do: All of those men you have as friends that you were not attracted to, well, I’m certain they have male friends. If you receive an invitation to hang out with any one of them and a group of his friends, then invite some of your girl friends and go hang out. It will open your access to the dating pool of men, and you never know who he may know, or who one of his friends may happen to bring with them. Next, don’t discount non-black men. Keep your options open. Love doesn’t come in colors, so to eliminate a pool of available men based on color only limits you. Besides, there is nothing wrong with dating men of various races and ethnicities. Even if it doesn’t work out, if they are corporate men and very successful, then I’m certain they may have friends who are black. And, who knows what access he may have to available attractive black men. So, don’t limit yourself. Then, I don’t know what’s wrong with the artists, athletes, and actors. Rapper Ludacris is dating an educated smart woman who is not in the industry. They seem to have a great relationship, and appear to be in love. Besides, I know most artists, athletes, and actors prefer to date someone who is not in their field. Now, some athletes, well, yeah, they love attention, and tend not to be monogamous. However, again, keep in mind that they have friends, especially if they are successful in their own careers. I’m sure they socialize and know of some successful, smart, and educated men who are available. Finally, change your social scene. Expand your horizons, and attend more events where you are most likely to meet successful, corporate, educated men. I’m certain there are a plethora of men you can find at these events, and gatherings. There are plenty of smart, educated, and good looking men in various historically black fraternities, and they are active in the graduate chapters of these fraternities. And, I’m certain they host a number of events throughout the year in your city. Also, historically black sororities tend to host events, and many men attend these events as well. Check out these gatherings, parties, and events. And, I strongly suggest partnering and volunteering with corporate companies that are active in communities. Many men come out for these volunteer opportunities. And, finally, it’s time to attend some of the philanthropic and humanitarian events. These tend to bring out the elite, rich, educated, and society people. The man you seek may very well be in one of these places. But, it’s up to you to put yourself out there and open your horizons. – Terrance Dean Hey Bossip Fam, what do you think? Share your opinions and thoughts below! Also, e-mail all your questions Terrance Dean : loveandrelationships@bossip.com Follow Terrance Dean on Twitter : @terrancedean “LIKE” Terrance Dean on Facebook , click HERE! Make sure to order my books Mogul: A Novel (Atria Books – June 2011; $15); Hiding In Hip Hop (Atria Books – June 2008); and Straight From Your Gay Best Friend – The Straight Up Truth About Relationships, Love, And Having A Fabulous Life (Agate/Bolden Books – November 2010; $15). 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Someone has been reading BOSSIP! Miley Cyrus is twerking and rapping and making “bangerz” not exactly the way we’d use the lingo but it’s interesting watching her fully embrace hip-hop culture with this upcoming project. Via Entertainment Weekly reports : To promote her upcoming album, Katy Perry has been posting clever videos promising a new, streamlined persona. To promote her upcoming album, Lady Gaga posted a video in which she gets her septum pierced. And then there’s Miley Cyrus, who simply tweeted the title of her own soon-to-be-released disc. “If you don’t know why my record is called BANGERZ you’ll know as soon as you hear it,” Cyrus posted. “Nothin but #BANGERZ.” Astute readers will notice that she is spelling that title with a Z at the end, rather than an S. “Bangers” might work for an album made by her father, but for Miley Cyrus, only a Z will do. (Incidentally, she’s considering going the full Miley and dropping her dad’s name entirely.) If “We Can’t Stop” is any indication, “BANGERZ” should deliver on its title — and it looks like we may have an additional nine seconds by which to judge the album. A recent leak—titled “Bangerz” and billed to Miley and Britney Spears—sounds as rugged as we’d hope from twerk-era Miley. Whether or not the female voice belongs to Britney or Miley (or someone else entirely) we obviously can’t say for sure, but it would certainly make sense for M. to recruit B., that “one person” in her life “who gets it.” What is “it,” exactly? We’ll just have to wait for BANGERZ to find out. Not sure if we’re all the way sold on Miley the “hip-pop” star. Are you? Check out Mike Will Made It discussing Miley’s song “Stand By Me” feat. Future below: And it looks like Future isn’t the only one who is in the studio with Miley these days… Hit the flip for photos of her and Mike Will Made It with Pharrell and to check out a snippet of her Juicy J/Wiz Khalifa collabo “23″.
Best Rap Song nominee tells MTV News about ‘representing hip-hop culture’ at Sunday night’s awards show. By Rob Markman, with reporting by Wale Folarin Katy Perry arrives at the 55th annual Grammy Awards Photo: Getty Images
Shawn “Jay-Z” Carter said himself that he sets the most trends. And for the most part, that may be true. We witnessed rap music change and the hip-hop culture switch when Jay declared something cool or uncool. He made 30 sound like the new 20, and made fans embrace producers and artists we had never heard of. A co-sign from Hov goes a long way. Read More At HipHopWired.com
Shawn “Jay-Z” Carter said himself that he sets the most trends. And for the most part, that may be true. We witnessed rap music change and the hip-hop culture switch when Jay declared something cool or uncool. He made 30 sound like the new 20, and made fans embrace producers and artists we had never heard of. A co-sign from Hov goes a long way. Read More At HipHopWired.com
Shawn “Jay-Z” Carter said himself that he sets the most trends. And for the most part, that may be true. We witnessed rap music change and the hip-hop culture switch when Jay declared something cool or uncool. He made 30 sound like the new 20, and made fans embrace producers and artists we had never heard of. A co-sign from Hov goes a long way. Read More At HipHopWired.com
