Jay-Z Invests $16.5 Million Into Robot-Powered Restaurant

 

JAY-Z continues to expand his business portfolio with a series of sound investments. His most recent uptaking includes investing $16.5 million USD into a soon-to-launch mobile robot-powered pizza restaurant, Stellar Pizza.

Seth Rogen Talks Smoking Weed With Jay-Z

 

Seth Rogen recently sat down in an interview and reflected on a time when he and Jay-Z smoked marijuana together. While speaking to Complex, the ‘Knocked Up’ actor talked about what he’s been working on and the places and spaces that smoking weed has taken him. 

Rogen talked about smoking weed with Wu-Tang Clan, pointing out a time when he smoked with Method Man while the rapper read him rhymes from his phone in a parking lot. Another instance found Rogen talking about smoking with Jay-Z.

Offset Details Why Jay-Z Is the GOAT

 

Lately, the GOAT conversation in hip-hop has been lopsided in favor of Jay-Z. Rappers from across different eras reluctantly or otherwise have named Hov as the top dog in the sport and recently Offset provided his take on why the Brooklyn emcee reigns supreme.

Gloria Carter Focuses on Sending Underserved Youth to College

 

With the Shawn Carter Foundation, Jay Z’s mother Gloria Carter’s focus is to send youth to college. Many high schoolers with low grade point averages (GPAs) don’t think going to college is a feasible goal. High GPAs help secure scholarships and grants. No matter how low their GPA is, the Carters make sure college dreams can become a reality.

“There are a lot of young people who have low GPAs,” Gloria Carter told rolling out. “A lot of those people don’t even get looks for financial assistance.”

Charleston White Talk Jay-Z, R Kelly, and DMX

 

Many people who have collaborated with the disgraced singer in the past have joined the #MuteRKelly movement, meanwhile, others assured that they been hopped on the wave decades ago when his pedophilia was made public knowledge.

DJ Khaled Ft Quavo and Takeoff - PARTY

 

In celebration of his new album God Did, DJ Khaled continues the “Party” in his new music video featuring Quavo and Takeoff.

Directed by Ivan Berrios and DJ Khaled, the vibrant visual centers Khaled, Quavo, and Takeoff turning up at a gentlemen’s club full of money, strippers, belligerent party-goers, and liquor.

Who Are The Worst Rappers of All Time?

 

The "Greatest Rapper of All Time" title is one of the most prestigious monikers in the history of hip hop; it's also one of the most debated. In terms of innovation, there's no denying the importance of Rakim. 

When it comes to achieving commercial success during a pivotal time in the genre's infancy during the 1980s, names such as LL Cool and Run DMC are also mentioned among the best ever. When it comes to wordplay and storytelling, a strong argument can be made for emcees like Biggie, Big L, Eminem, and Kendrick Lamar. On the flip side, if being a generation-defining artist who makes classic album after classic album was a part of the criteria, then rappers such as 2Pac, Jay-Z, and Lil Wayne also could lay claim to the title as well. But what about the opposite side of the spectrum? Who's the worst rapper of all time? And furthermore, what's the criteria? 

Jay-Z Defeats Parlux In Court

 

The mogul testified in the case, saying, “It was so frustrating working with [Parlux].” He also said he was on trial for something he didn’t do. 

Now, a judge ruled Parlux to pay almost $7 million in unpaid royalties for his ‘Gold’ fragrance. This past Thursday, a Manhattan Supreme Court Justice ruled that $6.78 million is owed to Jay-Z, including interest. The perfume brand’s lawsuit was sparked in 2016, with Parlux seeking $68 million. They claimed Jay-Z failed to promote their perfume as part of terms of a 2012 contract.

Dame Dash Claims Jay-Z Sold Him Out Over Money

 

Dame Dash, Jay-Z, and Kareem “Biggs” Burke formed Roc-A-Fella Records in 1994. They signed some of the biggest artists, becoming leading forces in the music industry, with billionaire Jay-Z as their largest. The label that signed Beanie Siegel, Memphis Bleek, Freeway, Cam’Ron, and more, was dismantled in 2004 and became a subsidiary of Island Def Jam Music Group. 

Roc-A-Fella Records vs Murder Inc Records

 

This may not be the verzuz battle everyone is talking about, but your opinion still counts. Today, we will dive off into the greatest record companies that hit the music industry. With millions of albums sold, this will be a competition to choose from like no other.

Although Murder Inc. is branch of Roc-A-Fella Records, they both pack hit songs of their own. So, The Wrap Up Magazine is conducting this survey. We want to know what music group do you vibe to the most?

Battle For The Throne: Lil Wayne vs Jay-Z

 

There’s an old saying of there is no room for two kings in one castle. There can only be one true king. But simply wanting to be the best has been a part of the hip-hop culture since the very beginning. 

Snoop Dogg Joins Mariah Carey and Jay-Z #Hot100

 

Snoop Dogg continues to make history as a timeless figure in Hip Hop even nearly 30 years following the release of his debut album, Doggystyle.

According to Billboard, the rap deity joined some rare company this week when Snoop became only the third artist to earn a Top 10 Billboard Hot 100 spot in each of the decades from the 1990s through the 2020s.

Blue Ivy Earns First Two Gold-Certified Singles

 

JAY-Z and Beyoncé’s eldest daughter, Blue Ivy Carter, is now a certified gold plaque recipient, according to the RIAA.

Blue Ivy Carter, 10, picked up her first-ever gold plaques from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) for her contributions to Beyoncé’s “Blue” from her 2013 self-titled album Beyoncé and the song “Brown Skin Girl,” which appears on 2019’s The Lion King: The Gift. 

Spice 1 Talks Pimp C, Jay-Z and Who Shot 2Pac

 

Spice 1 on Pimp C turning down being on Jay-Z's Big Pimpin song because of his beef with Tupac.

Spice 1 Talks Jay-Z, 2Pac & Biggie

 

In this clip, Spice 1 explained why he took issue with Diddy suggesting that Jay-Z filled Biggie’s and 2Pac’s shoes upon their respective untimely passing's. Spice 1 detailed why he can’t compare them in terms of artistry as well as career trajectory. 

Jay Z and David Letterman Open About Their Infidelities

 

In the latest episode of “My Next Guest Needs No Introduction With David Letterman”, which began streaming on Netflix on Friday, Jay-Z discusses past mistakes he’s made in his marriage with Beyoncé.

Gene Deal Talks 2pac and Jay-Z Hotel Meeting

 

Gene Deal details how Jay-Z was scared to come out of his hotel room because of Tupac. And explains his beef with the Madd Rapper who's known for his skits on Biggie Small's Life After Death album and Mase Harlem World album.

#Throwback #musicvideo Jay-Z Ft R. Kelly - Guilty Until Proven Innocent

 

"Guilty Until Proven Innocent" is the third and final single from rapper Jay-Z's 2000 album The Dynasty: Roc La Familia. It features production by Rockwilder and a chorus sung by R. Kelly. 

Thousands attend Jay Z's Roc Nation's social justice conference

 

Rap superstar Jay Z has put a national spotlight and social injustice that is plaguing communities of color all over the country. FOX 26's Isiah Carey, the host of Isiah Factor Uncensored, was one of 2,000 attendees in New York and covered the inaugural summit spearheaded by the rapper and Roc Nation.

Jay-Z Addresses Whether He’s Retired From Music

 

It has been five long years since the release of Jay-Z‘s most recent album, 4:44. With the break — and the upcoming arrival of wife Beyoncé‘s forthcoming LP, Renaissance, later this month — fans are wondering if the 52-year-old rapper’s time away from music is permanent. But according to Jay-Z, retirement is not in his cards.

Speaking with Kevin Hart in a season two sneak peek of Hart to Heart, the 24-time Grammy award winner addressed what’s ahead for his career in the coming years, and says he’s leaving it up to chance, but does not have plans to fully step away from music.