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We protect your rights and ensure transparency on Rap-Up ## Articles - [Cardi B Beats Security Guard's Bid For New Trial Over Pen-Tossing Claim](https://www.rap-up.com/article/cardi-b-security-guard-assault-case-retrial-denied): Los Angeles County Judge Ian Fusselman denied security guard Emani Ellis’ request for a new trial against Cardi B. Find out why here. - [Monica Brings Out Mariah The Scientist At "The Boy Is Mine" Atlanta Show](https://www.rap-up.com/article/mariah-the-scientist-monica-burning-blue-atlanta): Mariah The Scientist surprised fans in Atlanta by joining Monica onstage to perform “Burning Blue” during “The Boy Is Mine Tour.” Watch the moment unfold. - [Big Sean And Usher Invest $1M Into Incubator For Detroit Youth](https://www.rap-up.com/article/big-sean-usher-invest-in-detroit-incubator): Big Sean and Usher are launching a $1M entertainment incubator for Detroit youth. Learn how the space will support music, film, and tech creators. - [Blxst Returns With New Single “Why”](https://www.rap-up.com/article/blxst-returns-with-new-single-why): The new release showcases Blxst’s evolving production identity, amid ongoing milestone performances at The Roxy. Learn more on Rap-Up. - [DJ Mustard & Sounwave Break Down Kendrick Lamar's ‘GNX’ Process](https://www.rap-up.com/article/dj-mustard-and-sounwave-talk-kendrick-lamar-gnx): Kendrick Lamar’s ‘GNX’ came together with help from DJ Mustard and Sounwave. Get the full details on how the album took shape on Rap-Up. - [Mozzy Drops Hard-Hitting “BUICK TO BENZ” Single](https://www.rap-up.com/article/mozzy-drops-buick-to-benz-single): Mozzy’s latest drop adds another layer to his evolving momentum. Check out "BUICK TO BENZ" from the West Coast rapper on Rap-Up. - [Ice Spice And Tokischa Drop Colorful Music Video For “Thootie”](https://www.rap-up.com/article/ice-spice-tokischa-thootie-music-video): Ice Spice raps in Spanish for the first time alongside Tokischa in “Thootie.” Watch its vibrant visual — shot in the Dominican Republic — on Rap-Up. - [Polo G And G Herbo Drop “Gangsta Graduation” Music Video](https://www.rap-up.com/article/polo-g-and-g-herbo-drop-gangsta-graduation-video): Polo G and G Herbo merge imagery of graduation with street life. Check out the visual, which is set to appear on 'HOOD POET (Black Heart Edition),' on Rap-Up. - [SAILORR Releases 'FROM FLORIDA’S FINEST DELU/XXX [For My Delusional Ex]'](https://www.rap-up.com/article/sailorr-from-floridas-finest-deluxxx-for-my-delusional-ex-release): SAILORR’s deluxe album ‘FROM FLORIDA’S FINEST DELU/XXX [for my delusional ex]’ drops with new tracks and tour energy. Stream the release on Rap-Up. - [Tyler, The Creator Ends Le FLEUR* Clothing Line After 7 Years](https://www.rap-up.com/article/tyler-the-creator-ends-le-fleur-clothing-line): Tyler, The Creator ends his le FLEUR* clothing line with a final collection. See what inspired the decision and what it means for his fashion legacy. - [GloRilla Unveils New Singles “MARCH” And “Special”](https://www.rap-up.com/article/glorilla-unveils-march-and-special): GloRilla adds two new tracks and a 'Drumline'-style music video to her catalog after scoring three Grammy nominations. Learn more at Rap-Up. - [Lizzo Responds To “Fat Joke" About Her Body: "Mind Your Business"](https://www.rap-up.com/article/lizzo-2025-fat-joke-response-body-image): After a fat joke about her body went viral, Lizzo hit back on social media with a post about why her body is nobody’s business. Read more on Rap-Up. - [Cam’ron Says Dipset Vs. The LOX Verzuz Was “The Wrong Decision”](https://www.rap-up.com/article/cam-ron-says-verzuz-was-wrong-decision): Harlem rapper Cam’ron explained candidly why he regrets participating in the Verzuz showdown with The LOX. Hear what he said on his podcast. - [Stefon Diggs Is Not Here For Those AI Edits](https://www.rap-up.com/article/stefon-diggs-ai-images-cardi-b): NFL star Stefon Diggs speaks directly to fans about AI-generated images. Tap in to hear his full message and the latest on his life with Cardi B at Rap-Up. - [GloRilla Speaks About NBA Boyfriend Brandon Ingram](https://www.rap-up.com/article/glorilla-speaks-on-brandon-ingram-relationship): Memphis rapper GloRilla spoke a little about her relationship with NBA star Brandon Ingram. See what she said on RAP-UP. - [Lil Uzi Vert Shares Birthday Note To JT](https://www.rap-up.com/article/lil-uzi-vert-jt-birthday-message): Lil Uzi Vert thanked JT “for everything” in a personal message that arrives as she builds momentum with new music. Check out Uzi's Instagram message at Rap-Up. - [Monaleo Brings Out Natasha Bedingfield For “Unwritten” At Brooklyn Show](https://www.rap-up.com/article/monaleo-natasha-bedingfield-unwritten-who-did-the-body-tour): During her “Who Did The Body Tour” stop in Brooklyn, Monaleo brought Natasha Bedingfield out for “Unwritten.” Watch the performance here. - [Mariah The Scientist Says She Has “Baby Fever” Amid Young Thug Comments](https://www.rap-up.com/article/mariah-the-scientist-baby-fever-young-thug): During Complex’s “GOAT Talk,” Mariah the Scientist said she was having “baby fever,” coincidentally a few weeks after Young Thug said he “put a baby in her.” - [Serena Williams Says She Isn’t Returning To Tennis](https://www.rap-up.com/article/serena-williams-is-not-returning-to-tennis): A new ITIA listing raised questions about Serena Williams’s tennis future, but the sports icon quickly refuted the growing rumors. Learn about what happened. - [GloRilla Says She And Young Thug Are “Cool” After Leaked Jail Call](https://www.rap-up.com/article/glorilla-young-thug-cool-after-leaked-jail-call): GloRilla isn’t holding any grudges against Young Thug after the leaked jail call where he called her “ugly as f**k.” See what she had to say about it here. - [Leon Thomas, Ciara & More To Perform At “New Year’s Rockin’ Eve”](https://www.rap-up.com/article/leon-thomas-bigxthaplug-ciara-new-years-rockin-eve-performers): Leon Thomas, BigXthaPlug, Ciara and more will help welcome 2026 as part of “Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve With Ryan Seacrest.” Learn more on Rap-Up. - [Ella Mai Reveals Release Date For 'Do You Still Love Me?’ Album](https://www.rap-up.com/article/ella-mai-do-you-still-love-me-2026-release-date): Ella Mai shared that her third studio album, ‘Do You Still Love Me?,’ will be released on streaming platforms in February 2026. Learn more on Rap-Up. - [Lil Baby Drops ‘The Leaks’ Featuring Young Thug, Playboi Carti & More](https://www.rap-up.com/article/lil-baby-the-leaks-album): Lil Baby celebrated his 31st birthday by finally dropping ‘The Leaks.’ Take a listen and read more on Rap-Up. - [JT Says She’s “Grateful” To Have Lil Uzi Vert As A “Mentor And Critic”](https://www.rap-up.com/article/jt-so-grateful-lil-uzi-vert-mentor-critic): JT told Wonderland why she’s appreciative to have Lil Uzi Vert as a “mentor and critic,” especially while working on her debut album. Find out more on Rap-Up. - [Burna Boy To Cover Funeral Costs For Stockton Shooting Victims](https://www.rap-up.com/article/burna-boy-cover-funeral-costs-stockton-shooting-victims): Burna Boy pledged support the grieving families after four people were killed at a birthday party. Read more on Rap-Up. - [A$AP Rocky And Rihanna Talk Family And More At Gotham Awards](https://www.rap-up.com/article/asap-rocky-and-rihanna-talk-family-gotham-awards): A$AP Rocky and Rihanna shared a family update at the Gotham Awards, where the former was recognized for his work in 'Highest 2 Lowest.' Read more at Rap-Up. - [Bad Bunny Is Spotify’s Most-Streamed Global Artist Of The Year](https://www.rap-up.com/article/bad-bunny-spotify-most-streamed-global-artist-of-the-year): Bad Bunny had a stellar year that includes being recognized by Spotify as its Most-Streamed Global Artist Of The Year. Read more on Rap-Up. - [Ice Spice & Tokischa Announce Release Date For “Thootie” Single](https://www.rap-up.com/article/ice-spice-tokischa-thootie-release-date): Ice Spice announced the release date for “Thootie,” her newly teased single featuring Tokischa. Find out more on Rap-Up. - [Drake Earns Apple Music’s Most-Streamed Artist Of 2025 Honor](https://www.rap-up.com/article/drake-apple-most-streamed-artist-of-2025): Toronto rapper Drake is Apple Music’s most-streamed artist of 2025. Read more at Rap-Up. - [Lil Uzi Vert Drops “Regular” Single And Music Video](https://www.rap-up.com/article/lil-uzi-vert-regular-single-music-video): Lil Uzi Vert released “Regular,” where they name-dropped Allen Iverson and Molly Santana in the chorus. Take a listen on Rap-Up. - [Tems Partners With Erewhon For Lagos Love Smoothie](https://www.rap-up.com/article/tems-lagos-love-smoothie-erewhon): Tems has announced her partnership with Erewhon for a new smoothie named after “Lagos Love” from her latest EP, ‘Love Is A Kingdom.’ Find out more on Rap-Up. - [Playboi Carti Brings Out Latto During “Antagonist 2.0 Tour” Finale](https://www.rap-up.com/article/playboi-carti-latto-antagonist-tour-atlanta): During the final stop of his “Antagonist 2.0 Tour,” Playboi Carti and Latto performed their remix of “Blick Sum.” Take a look on Rap-Up. - [Megan Thee Stallion Responds To Confusion Over Milagro Gramz Verdict](https://www.rap-up.com/article/megan-thee-stallion-corrects-milagro-gramz-lawsuit-misinformation): Megan Thee Stallion set the record straight on the verdict in her defamation lawsuit against Milagro Gramz. See what she said on Rap-Up. - [Toosii Pausing Rap Career To Play Football For Syracuse University](https://www.rap-up.com/article/toosii-pausing-rap-career-play-football-for-syracuse): Toosii is taking a break from his rap career to pursue his dream of playing college football at Syracuse University. Read more on Rap-Up. - [Mariah The Scientist & Coco Jones Perform For Disney’s Holiday Spectacular](https://www.rap-up.com/article/mariah-the-scientist-coco-jones-disney-holiday-spectacular): Coco Jones performed “Silent Night,” while Mariah the Scientist treated the crowd to a rendition of “Santa Baby.” Watch the holiday special on Rap-Up. - [Megan Thee Stallion Wins Defamation Lawsuit Against Blogger Milagro Gramz](https://www.rap-up.com/article/megan-thee-stallion-wins-defamation-lawsuit-milagro-gramz): YouTuber and blogger Milagro Gramz was found liable in a defamation lawsuit filed by Megan Thee Stallion. Find out more on Rap-Up. - [Rihanna Celebrates Barbados’ 59th Independence Day With A Photo Dump](https://www.rap-up.com/article/rihanna-barbados-59th-independence-day-tribute): Rihanna marked Barbados’ 59th Independence Day with throwback photos of herself and her loved ones back home. See the pictures on Rap-Up. - [A$AP Rocky Is Named New Chanel Brand Ambassador](https://www.rap-up.com/article/asap-rocky-new-chanel-brand-ambassador): Harlem rapper A$AP Rocky has been named a brand ambassador of French luxury fashion house Chanel. Read more on Rap-Up. - [Coco Jones To Perform Ahead Of 2026 Super Bowl Kickoff](https://www.rap-up.com/article/coco-jones-super-bowl-lx-pregame-performance): The NFL announced that Coco Jones, along with Charlie Puth and Brandi Carlile, will perform ahead of Super Bowl LX. Find out more on Rap-Up. - [Klay Thompson Names His Boat After Megan Thee Stallion](https://www.rap-up.com/article/megan-thee-stallion-klay-thompson-ss-stallion-boat): Klay Thompson revealed in his Thanksgiving weekend photo dump that he named his boat after Megan Thee Stallion. See the “SS Stallion” on Rap-Up. - [NLE Choppa Takes More Shots At NBA YoungBoy On “Hello Revenge”](https://www.rap-up.com/article/nle-choppa-hello-revenge-nba-youngboy-diss): NLE Choppa reignites his beef with NBA YoungBoy on “Hello Revenge,” a diss track packed with direct shots. Hear the bars and see how fans are reacting. - [Cardi B Reflects On Baby No. 4 In Uplifting Thanksgiving Message](https://www.rap-up.com/article/cardi-b-thanksgiving-2025-message-baby-boy-fans): Cardi B opens up about what she is most thankful for this year, sharing a touching Thanksgiving message and rare family moments. See how she celebrated the holiday. - [Russ Releases New Single “Clue”](https://www.rap-up.com/article/russ-releases-new-single-clue): The hard-hitting "Clue" adds to Russ’ ongoing run of new music as he continues to work independently. Check out the rapper-producer's latest at Rap-Up. - [Klay Thompson’s Dad Says Megan Thee Stallion Is Making Thanksgiving Turkey](https://www.rap-up.com/article/megan-thee-stallion-thanksgiving-turkey-klay-thompson): Megan Thee Stallion is helping with the Thanksgiving dinner for Klay Thompson’s family, and the turkey is on her. See how their relationship is heating up this holiday. - [Lil Baby Reveals ‘The Leaks’ Is Dropping On His 31st Birthday](https://www.rap-up.com/article/lil-baby-the-leaks-new-release-date): Lil Baby is set to release his long-awaited mixtape ‘The Leaks’ on Dec. 3, 2025. Get the tracklist, features, and what fans can expect from this major drop. - [Kehlani Releases Music Video For “Out The Window”](https://www.rap-up.com/article/kehlani-out-the-window-video): Kehlani’s “Out The Window” video channels ’90s R&B icons with rain-soaked visuals and fan love. Watch the full video and see what fans are saying on Rap-Up. - [Blacc Sam Honors Nipsey Hussle With Thanksgiving Giveaway](https://www.rap-up.com/article/blacc-sam-holds-turkey-drive-in-nipsey-hussle-honor): Blacc Sam leads a Thanksgiving turkey giveaway in South LA to honor Nipsey Hussle’s legacy. See how the Neighborhood Nip Foundation is giving back on Rap-Up. - [Doechii Gave Ayo Edebiri A Lap Dance At Camp Flog Gnaw 2025](https://www.rap-up.com/article/doechii-ayo-edebiri-lap-dance-camp-flog-gnaw): During her 2025 Camp Flog Gnaw set, Doechii brought out Ayo Edebiri for a viral moment that had fans buzzing. Watch the clip on Rap-Up. - [JayDon Reacts To Chris Brown Saying He’s “Next Up”](https://www.rap-up.com/article/jaydon-chris-brown-lullaby-performance): R&B newcomer JayDon reacts to Chris Brown calling him “next up” after his viral “Lullaby” performance on “The Jennifer Hudson Show.” Read more on Rap-Up. - [Coi Leray Hosts First Turkey Drive Ahead Of Thanksgiving](https://www.rap-up.com/article/coi-leray-camp-courage-turkey-drive-new-jersey): Coi Leray gave back to her hometown with the first Camp Courage turkey drive in New Jersey. See how the event came together on Rap-Up. ## Categories - [Rap, R&B and Hip Hop News & Breaking Stories | Rap-Up](https://www.rapup.com/category/news): Find the latest rap news including breaking stories, album announcements, tour updates, and more. Get all the Hip Hop and R&B news on Rap-Up. - [Hip Hop Exclusives - Interviews & Listicles | Rap-Up](https://www.rapup.com/category/exclusives): Check out exclusive Hip Hop stories from Rap-Up. 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