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2 Chainz And Lil Wayne Reunite On “Presha” From Their Upcoming Joint LP “Welcome 2 Collegrove”

Sha Be Allah | October 20, 2023

Today, Multi-platinum, Grammy Award®-winning rappers 2 Chainz and Lil Wayne pull back the curtain on WELCOME 2 COLLEGROVE, available everywhere on Friday, November 17th via Def Jam Recordings. The long-awaited project follows-up ColleGrove, their first groundbreaking collaborative album (2016). Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information WELCOME 2 COLLEGROVE gets off to a fast start on NBC’s The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, later tonight, with 2 Chainz and Lil Wayne performing the […]

Gillie Da King Calls Birdman a ‘Coward’ in Spicy Response to a Clubhouse Conversation

Shawn Grant | October 12, 2023

Gillie Da King heard the words from Birdman and had some in return. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information In case you missed it, Birdman had much to say during his time with Wack 100 on Clubhouse. Straying away from talking to Joe Budden, Birdman stated Gillie Da Kid’s claims of working with or writing for […]

Ciara Lists Lil Wayne & J. Cole As Her Dream Collaborations

Shirley Ju | October 11, 2023

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Ciara continues to bless audiences all around the world with not only fire music, but her undeniable beauty and good energy. Her extensive catalog of hits are perfect to play for any occasion, such as “Goodies,” “Like A Boy,” “Oh” featuring Ludacris, and more recently “Level Up” and “How We Roll” featuring Chris Brown. Visit […]

Birdman Speaks on Gillie Da Kid: ‘He Be Runnin’ Around with All That Cappin’

Shawn Grant | October 11, 2023

Birdman had much to say during his time with Wack 100 on Clubhouse. Straying away from talking to Joe Budden, Birdman stated Gillie Da Kid’s claims of working with or writing for Lil Wayne in the past is cap. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information “I ain’t never made a dollar off Gillie when he be […]

Lil Wayne Drops New ‘Tha Fix Before Tha VI’ Mixtape

Shawn Grant | September 29, 2023

Lil Wayne Announces 'Tha Fix Before Tha VI'

Lil Wayne’s return is officially upon us. Weezy F Baby has delivered his new 10-track mixtape, Tha Fix Before Tha VI. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Joining Wayne on the album are Jon Batiste, Euro, and Fousheé. https://t.co/EvKpSYZrb1 pic.twitter.com/mn3rnvLx9A — Lil Wayne WEEZY F (@LilTunechi) September 20, 2023 Advertisement A couple of weeks ago, Lil […]

Happy 41st Birthday To “Hot Boy” Number One Lil Wayne!

Shawn Grant | September 27, 2023

Today, we celebrate the 41st birthday of Dwayne Michael Carter Jr., also known as Lil Wayne. The premiere CMB artist has broken barriers as a rapper, songwriter, record executive, entrepreneur, and father. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information His career began in 1995, at the age of 12, when he was discovered by Birdman and joined […]

Exclusive: 2 Chainz Gives Update On ‘ColleGrove 2’: ‘It’ll Be Out Before The Year’s Over’

Shirley Ju | September 21, 2023

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When one of the most well-respected football players, Terrell Owens, was asked which artist he listens to in the gym to get him hyped, he only had one answer: 2 Chainz. Specifically, his timeless hit “I’m Different” was released ten years ago. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information 2 Chainz’ endless contributions to the rap game […]

Lil Wayne Announces ‘Tha Fix Before Tha VI’ Ahead of New ‘Tha Carter’ Album

Shawn Grant | September 21, 2023

Lil Wayne is in album mode. With Lil Wayne currently prepping Tha Carter VI, he told fans about a project before the album, titled Tha Fix Before Tha VI. The project has a pre-save link but not a hard date for release, as the supporting website reads coming soon. https://t.co/EvKpSYZrb1 pic.twitter.com/mn3rnvLx9A — Lil Wayne WEEZY […]

WATCH: Lil Wayne Opens 2023 VMAs with Performance of “Uproar” and New Single “Kat Food”

Shawn Grant | September 13, 2023

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Lil Wayne opened the 2023 VMAs. With the show hitting the screen, Weezy stood as an instrumental of “Back That Azz Up” played before erupting into a performance of “Uproar.” The Best Rapper Alive would finish off his set with a performance of the new single, “Kat Food.”

Today In Hip Hop History: Kanye West Dropped His Third LP ‘Graduation’ 16 Years Ago

Sha Be Allah | September 11, 2023

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On this day in 2007, the “old” Kanye released his third studio album, the last of his scholastically themed albums, which is aptly titled Graduation on the Def Jam/Roc-A-Fella imprint. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information With the success of his The College Dropout debut and his sophomore Late Registration, Kanye was already on an unprecedented […]

Lil Wayne Reportedly Ditched Appearance at 50 Cent’s L.A. Show After Backstage Push

Shawn Grant | September 2, 2023

Lil Wayne To Be Sentenced For Federal Firearm Case in March 2021

50 Cent’s Los Angeles show seemed to hold all types of chaos. In addition to the mic-throwing incident, Lil Wayne was allegedly pushed backstage. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information According to Page Six, Lil Wayne was set to hit the stage with 50 Cent during the show. Backstage, Wayne was pushed by a member of […]

SOURCE SPORTS: Richard Sherman, Keyshawn Johnson and Michael Irvin Set to Join Skip Bayless as New Co-Hosts of ‘UNDISPUTED’

Shawn Grant | August 23, 2023

Skip Bayless is adding to Lil Wayne as his run of new partners. Joining Skip Bayless on Undisputed beginning Monday (Aug. 28) are Richard Sherman, Keyshawn Johnson, and Michael Irvin. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Skip Bayless confirmed the additions, which he calls the “new dream team” on X. Lil Wayne was previously announced as […]

Lil Wayne Set for Weekly Friday Segment on FS1’s ‘Undisputed’ with Skip Bayless

Shawn Grant | August 4, 2023

Lil Wayne Set to Make Friday Appearances on FS1's 'Undisputed' with Skip Bayless

Lil Wayne has been announced as the Friday co-host for FS1’s Undisputed, pairing Weezy F baby with his friend Skip Bayless. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information According to Bayless, Wayne will be featured for 15 minutes but could remain on the show longer if he gets hot during the debate. “He is so deep when […]

Lil Wayne Has “No Worries” About Artificial Intelligence: ‘It’s Not Me, I’m Amazing’

Shawn Grant | August 4, 2023

H.E.R., Lil Wayne, The Isley Brothers Are Set To Headline 2021 One Music Festival

With artificial intelligence taking over Hip-Hop, Lil Wayne has “No Worries.” In a recent conversation with Billboard, Lil Wayne doesn’t think AI will hurt his music. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information “Someone asked me about that recently. And they were trying to tell me that AI could make a voice that sounds just like me,” […]

Today In Hip Hop History: The Hot Boys Dropped Their Sophomore Effort ‘Guerrilla Warfare’ 24 Years Ago

Sha Be Allah | July 27, 2023

24 years ago today, Turk, Juvenile, BG and Lil Wayne dropped their second collaborative LP together as the Hot Boys entitled Guerrilla Warfare on the Cash Money/ Universal label. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Produced exclusively by Cash Money Records’ production duo “Baby” Williams and Mannie Fresh aka The Big Tymers, this entire album was […]

Lil Wayne’s Mom Didn’t Accept His First Big Check: ‘She Gave It Right Back’

Courtneyb | July 15, 2023

Rapper Lil Wayne joined The Pivot Podcast for an enlightening conversation and revealed what he did with his first big check. His mom, Jacida Carter, taught Weezy that money isn’t everything, something that he still keeps in mind to this day. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information “First big check, though?” Lil Wayne remarked. “I just […]

Paramount+ Announces New Documentary ‘MIXTAPE’ Feat. Lil Wayne, DJ Khaled, DJ Drama & More

Shawn Grant | July 14, 2023

Paramount+ has announced the premiere of MIXTAPE, a new documentary that delves into the influential role of mixtapes in launching hip-hop into mainstream culture. The film will exclusively debut on the streaming service on August 1 in the U.S. and Canada, and on August 2 in the U.K., Australia, Latin America, and Brazil, with additional […]

[WATCH] Lil Wayne Opens 2023 ESPYS with Sports-Themed Version of “A Milli”

Shawn Grant | July 13, 2023

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The 2023 ESPYS opened with Lil Wayne performing a special sports-themed version of “A Milli.” Ever the sports fan, Weezy F Baby replaced original lyrics with salutes to Angel Reese, Damar Hamlin, Coach Prime, Victor Wembanyama, and more. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information You can see Wayne’s intro below and get more of the ESPYS […]

Lil Wayne To Be Honored With BMI Icon Award at 2023 BMI R&B/Hip-Hop Awards

Shawn Grant | June 29, 2023

BMI (Broadcast Music, Inc.) has announced that Lil Wayne, the 5-time GRAMMY® award-winning rapper, executive, and philanthropist, will receive the BMI Icon Award at the 2023 R&B/Hip-Hop Awards on September 6. This prestigious honor recognizes Lil Wayne’s remarkable career spanning over two decades and his unmatched influence on the genre and beyond. The event will […]

Nicki Minaj Responds to Lil Wayne Crowning Her the Greatest Female Rapper Ever

Shirley Ju | June 13, 2023

Lil Wayne on Nicki Minaj's 'Queen': 'One of her Best Albums Yet'

Lil Wayne might be the greatest rapper of all time, but he has no problem paying it forward. Recently, the “Lollipop” rapper was a guest on the All the Smoke podcast, hosted by former NBA players Matt Barnes and Stephen Jackson. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information When asked where Nicki Minaj ranks for all-time female […]