Lil Wayne has clapped back at former NBA player Kendrick Perkins after the ESPN analyst made a dismissive remark about Nicki Minaj while discussing Jimmy Butler’s trade to the Golden State Warriors. Perkins, speaking on ESPN last week, compared the Warriors’ acquisition of Butler to settling for Minaj instead of Beyoncé or Taylor Swift. His…
Lil Wayne has reassured fans eagerly awaiting his next album, Tha Carter VI, that it will be released before the close of 2025. During an interview with AT&T at the College Football Playoff National Championship in Atlanta on Monday, January 20, the rap icon was asked about the long-anticipated project’s release. His response was brief…
Controversial Nigerian singer Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has dismissed comparisons between his facial tattoos and those of fellow artist Asake, insisting he bears a closer resemblance to American rapper Lil Wayne. Asake recently unveiled his new facial tattoos, which include dollar signs and the word “Believe,” in an Instagram post that sparked mixed…
Nigerian Grammy-winning artist Temilade Openiyi, widely known as Tems, recently shared that she used to mimic American rapper Lil Wayne in her younger years. During an appearance on The Cruz Show on Real 92.3 FM, Tems revealed her early fascination with hip-hop, explaining that she would often “pretend” to be a rapper, taking inspiration from…
American rapper Lil Wayne has opened up about the emotional toll of not being selected as the headliner for the 2025 Super Bowl halftime show. In a viral video message on Friday, the New Orleans native expressed his heartbreak, calling the missed opportunity a significant personal setback. Lil Wayne shared that he had hoped to…
Lil Wayne is revered as one of the greatest rappers of all time, and now his son, Lil Novi (real name Neal Carter), has sparked discussions by naming another artist he believes embodies his father’s legacy. In a recent interview with Flophouse Atlanta, Lil Novi, the son of Lil Wayne and singer Nivea, was asked…
Renowned rapper Lil Wayne has once again showcased his admiration for JAY-Z, disclosing his favourite verse by the rap icon during an appearance on YG’s new 4HUNNID Podcast. Participating in a segment called “Keep It 4HUNNID,” Lil Wayne engaged in various questions, including his preference between JAY-Z and The Notorious B.I.G., to which he unequivocally…
In a recent interview with Bleacher Report, Lil Wayne drew a comparison between himself and NBA legend LeBron James, highlighting the similarities in their enduring careers. Reflecting on his journey, Weezy responded to a question about defining himself in terms of an NBA star known for a specific specialty. He likened himself to LeBron James,…
Hip-hop icon Lil Wayne, whose real name is Dwayne Michael Carter Jr., is now entangled in a legal battle as his former bodyguard, Carlos Christian, files a lawsuit claiming the rapper threatened him with a semiautomatic rifle during a 2021 altercation. According to court documents obtained by TMZ on Friday (December 1), Christian alleges that…
In a recent appearance on UNDISPUTED, hip-hop icon Lil Wayne shared a bold perspective on how the Los Angeles Lakers could secure another NBA championship, suggesting that they should part ways with star player Anthony Davis. Speaking with host Skip Bayless, Lil Wayne expressed his opinion straightforwardly, stating, “Anthony Davis, I’ma keep it real, if…
Lil Wayne, the iconic rapper and hip-hop figure, has given a heartfelt nod of approval to Ciara for her Halloween transformation into the “Female Weezy” this year. In her Halloween homage to Nicki Minaj’s Lil Wayne imitation from Birdman’s 2011 “Y.U. Mad” video, Ciara displayed her baby bump while flawlessly emulating the renowned rapper’s distinctive…
In a recent interview with TNT, Lil Wayne reminisced about the first time he crossed paths with NBA superstar LeBron James, who was still in high school at the time. The discussion took place as part of the celebration of the 50th anniversary of Hip Hop and the launch of the NBA season. Lil Wayne…
Nicki Minaj has made the decision to postpone the release of her much-anticipated album, Pink Friday 2, originally set to drop on November 17. This move eliminates the potential album sales showdown with Lil Wayne’s Welcome 2 ColleGrove collaboration with 2 Chainz, which was scheduled for the same date. Minaj revealed the new release date…
The Young Money family is gearing up for an exciting November as Lil Wayne and Nicki Minaj are set to release their projects on the same day, sparking anticipation and discussions among fans. Nicki Minaj had previously locked in November 17 for the arrival of her highly-anticipated “Pink Friday 2” sequel. However, Lil Wayne and…
Birdman, the renowned figure behind Cash Money Records, opened up about a unique challenge he faced during the label’s formative years: raising two of his label’s artists, Lil Wayne and B.G., while still a young man himself. During a recent interview, Birdman reminisced about the early days of Cash Money, providing a glimpse into his…
While performing at Drai’s nightclub in Las Vegas over the weekend, rapper Lil Wayne had a close call with an overzealous female fan who attempted to rush the stage to meet him. The incident occurred during Lil Wayne’s electrifying performance at the Sin City nightclub when the fan suddenly decided to make a dash for…
In a remarkable celebration of the 50th anniversary of Hip Hop, renowned artists including Lil Wayne, Common, Too Short, Jeezy, Fat Joe, Remy Ma, Doug E. Fresh, Slick Rick, MC Lyte, and Wale, among others, converged on the front lawn of Vice President Kamala Harris’s residence in Washington, D.C. The star-studded concert, organized in partnership…
Lil Wayne was honoured with the Icon Award at the BMI Awards, receiving recognition for his remarkable contributions to the world of music. During the event on Wednesday (September 6), the Young Money founder expressed gratitude to his friends and family for their support as he accepted the prestigious award, presented by NLE Choppa and…
In an unexpected turn of events, Lil Wayne, the renowned rapper, and musician, left the Crypto.com Arena moments before he was slated to perform as a special guest during 50 Cent’s Los Angeles show on Wednesday, August 30th. This incident occurred during the same show where 50 Cent allegedly struck a Power 106 personality with…
New Orleans rap icon Lil Wayne, known to many as a deity of the hip-hop world, has once again displayed his affection for Missy Elliott by sampling one of her timeless classics in his latest single release. On September 1st, 2023, Lil Wayne dropped “Kat Food,” a track that features a sample from Missy Elliott’s…
Star athletes weren’t the only ones going crazy for LeBron James after becoming the NBA’s all-time scoring leader … so were A-list celebrities like Drake, Lil Wayne, Kendrick Lamar, and one of his biggest fans, Rihanna! In fact, Ri-Ri, Drake, and Kendrick’s toast to King James was shared in a video montage after he passed…
Lil Wayne has put his Miami mansion on the market for an asking price of $29.5 million. As reported by TMZ, Lil Wayne is looking for a buyer for his posh abode on Allison Island in the swank neighborhood of La Gorce in North Beach of Miami. Tunechi had the home built in 2017. According…
