LL Cool J Talks “G.O.A.T. 2”, His Legacy In Hip Hop & More [Video]

With over 20 years in the industry, LL Cool J is ready to make a comeback with his new album G.O.A.T. 2, a follow up to his classic album, G.O.A.T. In an interview with Shade 45’s VIP Saturdays, the famed rapper talked about his new single “You Already” with Troy Ave, and why he returned to music. After major success in music and film, the rapper says many people see artists like himself, Biggie Smalls, and Tupac as factors in hip hop, but know nothing about the music. “Biggie & Pac grew up to my music,” he said. “So it’s time for me to give them an album, but a real album that’s for the hood, that’s for the people, not me trying to see how big I can be, but it’s more about just being real and the roots.” LL also talks about working with Loaded Lux, Murda Mook, and Raekwon for his album. Check out the interview above.

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Wiz Khalifa: “I’ve Been Arrested For Weed 21 Times” [Video]

Wiz Khalifa sat down with VladTV for an exclusive interview where he chopped it up about making the Forbes list, his business moves, being the poster boy for marijuana, and just how many times he’s been locked up for the green. Khalifa says it’s “cool as hell” to be on the Forbes list, and broke down exactly how he did it, saying it took a lot of careful branding and being wise with his money. The Pittsburgh emcee said the trick was to know when it’s time to spend without putting too much out there that he may not get back. He also credits taking the right opportunities when they present themselves, whether it be creating his own brand of rolling papers or working with G-Pen to create his own vaporizer. When asked if he would ever give up music to focus on the business side of things, Wiz is confident he’ll be able to get into other ventures while still being able to record and perform. Wiz then reveals that while he’s been arrested 21 times for marijuana possession, he’s still honored to be the poster boy for weed, saying he’s proud to be able to dispel the myth that weed will always slow you down and ruin opportunities.

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Migos Discuss 2 Chainz’s Three 6 Mafia Comparisons [Video]

During a recent interview with Jenny Boom Boom, Migos share their thoughts on 2 Chainz crediting Three 6 Mafia as the originators of the “Migos Flow,” which they say was a compliment. They add that there’s nothing but respect for Three 6 Mafia, although the Atlanta trio feels like they came up with their own sound. Moving on, the group speaks about their upcoming album currently titled YRN 2, which they say may change for the final project. They tell Jenny Boom Boom that they have eighty songs recorded, and reveal they would like to work with Jay Z and Outkast. When asked about being Jay Z fans, the group says they respect him spitting real lyrics that they can relate to.

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Onyx Talks Jam Master Jay, Tupac In The Tunnel, Acting, Battle Rapping & Fans Head Budding Them [Video]

Legendary Queens group, Onyx stopped by Sway in the Morning to talk about their new album, #WakeDaFucUp. Firs the duo shared memories with Run DMC’s Jam Master Jay and the lessons of originality that they learned from him. They went on to share their experience with Tupac in the Tunnel. They both also spoke about the times they appeared as actors on the show “Moesha” and the movie Next Friday. Onyx continued on discussing their encounters with excited fans and Fredro Starr also revealed his plans to battle rap another emcee in Atlanta. Be sure to pick up Onyx’s new album, #WakeDaFucUp available now.

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