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Kanye West “DONDA” Still Not Out Despite Todays Release Date

July 23, 2021 ItsHipHop Leave a comment

When Kanye West announced that his album DONDA would be released today, Friday, July 23, fans instantly anticipated his new music.

Unfortunately, after back-to-back listening parties, numerous praises for the project, and a few last-minute feature additions, DONDA is still incomplete. This is a fact because the album isn’t out yet, despite the reported release date. West has yet to address why DONDA failed to drop at midnight.

Yesterday the Chicago rapper filled Atlanta’s Mercedes-Benz Stadium for his second listening party for Donda.

During the Donda show, which is named after West’s late mother, Ye played several tracks with features from some of the biggest names in rap music.

Fans were even able to live-stream the event on Apple Music.

The last track Kanye played featured a verse from Jay-Z. Hov’s verse nearly broke the internet with a bar from his verse. Jay-Z raps: “This might be the return of the throne Throne/ Hova and Yeezus/ Like Moses and Jesus/ You’re not in control of my thesis.”

We all know Kanye is a perfectionist, so the fact that he wants to put out a perfect project is expected from the music and fashion mogul. But fans are still upset that the album isn’t here today.

Fans took it to Twitter to express their frustration.

not eating until Donda drops

— Mowgli (@fbgwayno) July 23, 2021

ME WAITING FOR YE TO DROP #DONDA #DONDADAY pic.twitter.com/9CAODIAEIx

— TheLocGoddess (@TheLocGoddesss) July 23, 2021

Do you think we’ll get Kanye West highly anticipated release DONDA before the day is over?

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Keyshia Cole Breaks Silence Following Loss of Mother

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Our hearts and prayers go out to the loved ones of Frankie Lons after it was reported this past week that she passed away on her 61st birthday. The news was officially confirmed after members of Frankie’s family announced her passing on social media.

“WORSE PAIN EVER …. TO SEE MY MAMA IN A BODY BAG ON HER BIRTHDAY! MY HEART SO FUCKIN BROKE,” wrote Keyshia’s sister Elite.

“Damn grandma Frankie. The call I just got on your birthday. I was finna come see you this week I just talked to you. Happy birthday beautiful and rest in heaven,” wrote Frankie’s granddaughter, Zayya.

The world was introduced to Frankie Lons back in the early 2000s once Keyshia Cole and her family began to do more reality TV. Over the years Frankie has been very transparent with her struggles with substance abuse and addiction, hoping to help others in similar scenarios.

Keyshia Cole has also been very candid about her mom’s struggle with addiction in the past. In 2018 the singer gave an update on her mom to her followers. “This was 2 1/2 years ago. Every time my mom relapse, it breaks my heart more than it’s already been broken,” the singer began.

“I’m hoping, if any of u are dealing with a family member who’s battling with drug addiction, that you, yourself are learning how to cope with the struggle of it all. And all the pain it brings to see a loved one constantly relapsing. See them go back to the streets Because that’s what they’re used to, or would rather be. I really miss you! And will always love u.”

Since the news was released that Frankie Lons passed away fans were concerned about the well-being of her loved ones including Keyshia Cole. As of today, Cole broke her silence in a post to social media. Check out the post below as we continue to send our love and deepest condolences to the Lons family.

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Polo G and Gunna Team Up on Kawhi Leonard’s “Waves”

July 23, 2021 ItsHipHop Leave a comment

Kawhi Leonard is taking care of work off the court, sharing a new song, “Waves,” featuring Gunna and Polo G. The single will be a part of his upcoming Culture Jam project, which is in partnership with the industry powerhouse Eesean Bolden.

The first-of-its-kind project celebrates the union of hip-hop, basketball, and community. The full release is set for later this year on Virgin Music Label.

This project was introduced by “Everything Different,” which featured YoungBoy Never Broke Again and Rod Wave, which brought in over 16 million combined streams.

Through a personal commitment to honor the legacy of the late Kobe and Gianna Bryant, Kawhi will donate a portion of his earnings from the project to the Mamba & Mambacita Sports Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to creating positive impact for underserved athletes and young women.

“Culture Jam is about celebrating the union of hip-hop, sports and community,” Bolden said. “Growing up, I was deeply rooted in both sports and music. Although I chose to pursue music as a career, sports remain a core aspect of who I am today. In making this project with Kawhi, we wanted to honor our culture and uplift our community.”

Culture Jam serves as a true collaboration between Leonard and Bolden with each bringing expertise and richness from their respective worlds. Leonard is a two-time NBA champion and Finals MVP, Eesean is the Senior Vice President of A&R at Warner Records, who is credited for over 16 million singles sold, multiple Hot 100 singles, and hit records.

You can hear the new single below.

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Lil Nas X Releases “Industry Baby” Featuring Jack Harlow

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After a stellar promo, Lil Nas X has released his new single “Industry Baby” featuring Jack Harlow. The new single is produced by Take a Daytrip and Kanye West.

In the previous video, Lil Nas X was sentenced to Montero State Prison and now we see what happens upon his storyline imprisonment. The single highlights Nas X finding his confidence and targets proving anyone wrong. The video was directed by Christian Breslauer and highlights Nas moving through prison and eventually breaks free of prison with the help of Jack Harlow.

Dear 20 year old Montero,

I wrote a song for us. I know sometimes you feel like it’s all downhill from here. I know your sexuality has made you feel like an outcast amongst your peers. I know going from having the biggest song in the world to being trapped in your apartment is weighing heavy on you. And I know if you hear the phrase ‘one hit wonder’ one more time you might combust. But I need you to keep going. I need you to realize that you have the opportunity to be the person that you needed growing up. I need you to stop feeling sorry for yourself. And I need you to remember that the only person who has to believe in YOU is YOU.”

In addition to the release, Lil Nas X has announced partnering with The Bail Project, a national nonprofit organization on a mission to end cash bail, one of the key drivers of mass incarceration and structural racism in the U.S. criminal legal system. Through the “Bail X Fund,” he hopes to encourage other artists to join him and The Bail Project in the fight to end cash bail. Lil Nas X himself has made a starting donation, Jack Harlow is jumping in to help as well, and fans are invited to donate with them. All donations go directly into The Bail Project’s national revolving bail fund to pay people’s bails.

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