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Forbes 2011 Hip hop cash kings list is out!!!!
The 2011 Hip Hop Cash Kings list is out and Roc Nation’s CEO Jay-Z tops the list again for the 4th time in 5 years. Nicki Minaj debuts on the list, becoming the first female to ever appear on the list and the list also sees a former no.1 hip hop cash king 50 Cent fail to get back in the top 10. Below is the ranking of who made the most cheddar in the past year
- Jay-Z $37 million
- Diddy $35 million
- Kanye West $16 million
- Lil Wayne (tie) $15 million
- Birdman $15 million
- Eminem (tie) $14 million
- Dr.Dre (tie) $14 million
- Snoop Dogg (tie) $14 million
- Akon $13 million
10.Ludacris $12 million
11.Wiz Khalifa (tie)$11 million
12.Drake (tie) $11 million
13.Pharrell Williams $10 million
14.Timbaland- $7 million
15.Swizz Beatz (tie) $6.5 million
16.Nicki Minaj (tie) $6.5 million
17.Rick Ross (tie) $6 million
18.50 Cents (tie) $6 million
19.Pitbull (tie) $6 million
20.T-pain (tie) $5 million
20.B.O.B (tie) $5 million
Damon Dash owing taxes
Roc-A-Fella co-founder Damon Dash has recently addressed the reports about him owning the IRS more than $2 million in unpaid taxes. The rap mogul commented on his situation saying “I’m f*cked up. It’s the price of business, it is what it is. I owe taxes: I got to pay”. A few years back Dash and wife Rachel Roy split and he lost his house. Sad how two friends that started their journeys in hip hop together have grown to be two different people today; one a Cash King (Jay-Z) and the other a business man who can’t pay his taxes.
Lupe Fiasco becomes brands ambassador for Vans sneaker
Kick Push rapper Lupe Fiasco has just landed a deal with skateboard brand Vans, which will see the rapper working along with the brand as their new brand ambassador. Lupe will be seen promoting their new spring 2012 collection of casual kicks. Man oh man what a fresh deal.
Big Sean arrested on sexual charges!!!!
Finally Famous rapper Big Sean was arrested after a woman had claimed that he had sexually assaulted her at a show on Thursday (4 August). The young rapper’s lawyer released a press statement saying Sean denies the incident and that he believes that with further investigation the charges will be dropped. Wow this so shocking
Kanye West, Nicki Minaj and ?uestlove are part of the rap illuminati
Kanye West along with Nicki Minaj, ?uestlove, Bruno Mars and Will.I.Am will all lend their voices to the animated series The Cleveland Show, where they’ll each play themselves and contribute musically to the show. The episode sees the 5 artist as part of the rap illuminati, which is secret group that controls pop culture. No air date has been announced but the third season of The Cleveland Show kicks off on the 25 September. Can’t wait to check it out!!
Jay’s Rocawear partners with Billionaire Boys Club
Jay-Z’s fashion label Rocawear has partnered with BBC (Billionaire Boys Club) clothing. The label which was started by Neptune’s producer Pharrell will now be a collaborative label, working with street wear brand Rocawear. In 2007 Jay-Z sold the rights to Rocawear for $204 million but kept his stake in the label. He also heads the product development, marketing and licensing of the clothing brand.
Drake talks about the Big Sean beef
Young money rapper Drake has at a recent concert addressed the rumours of him beefing with G.O.O.D Music MC Big Sean saying “I’ma let you know that at my first show ever I shared the stage with this kid man, this dude that I love a lot, I got a lot of respect for.” So clearly to all those convinced otherwise there is nothing but love between the two young rappers.
Nicki Minaj part of Ice Age 4???
Pink Friday rapper Nicki Minaj who is known for her many voice impressions/alter-egos is adding a new character to the list. The female rapper will be starring in the animated 3D movie Ice Age 4: Continental Drift where she will lend her voice. She is part of an all star cast including fellow young money rapper Drake, Queen Latifah and Jennifer Lopez. Man oh man what a cast
Rick Ross invest in chicken wing franchise
The head of the Maybach Music Group Rick Ross has recently invested in chicken wing franchise Wingston, after tasting Wingston’s signature Lemon Pepper-flavoured chicken wings in Miami. The mogul then knew that he wanted to add the franchise to his line of investments by bringing it to Memphis. Mmmm what an interesting venture by Ross lol
Drake and Rihanna go shopping for toys, sex toys?!!!!
Drake along with rumoured flame Rihanna hit up the Wicked Wanda’s Adult Emporium where the two purchased some sex toys including edible underwear, boots, collar and leash, whips and handcuffs which are said to have cost $1000. Kinky!!!!
Pharrell launches Qream liqueur
Recently Neptunes producer Pharrell has entered into a new business venture. The N.E.R.D member has launched a vodka based lactose friendly cream liqueur called Qream. The ice cream flavoured liqueur which comes in strawberry and peach flavour is said to have been created with the ladies in mind but can be enjoyed by everybody. A bottle is said to cost $29.99 (+-R210). So you better get your sipping on some Qream.
Spending any given Sunday with J.Cole
With Roc Nation rapper J.Cole’s debut album ‘Cole World:The Sideline Story’ dropping soon. The young rapper plans on hyping fans up with the release of a 5 track EP titled Any Given Sunday. Every Sunday he plans on dropping a single or a video until his album drops.
Chris Brown reveals mixtape cover
Chris Brown has just revealed the cover for his mixtape titled “Boy in Detention”. The mixtape due for release on the 5th August see the rnb crooner pushing rap vibes and rappin in most of the tracks. The mixtape will be available here on the day of its release.
Game part of Cash Money?!!!!
The Game has dubbed his upcoming album ‘R.E.D’ the best album of 2011, even better than Tha Carter 4.But don't get it twisted he ain't starting no beef with Lil Wayne. Rumours have it that when his current record deal end the Cali emcee may move to Cash Money. Hmmmm Game part of Cash Money that would be interesting
Cole World coming in September
Recently Roc Nations signee J.Cole has revealed to fans the release date for his debut album titled ‘Cole World: The Sideline Story’. The much anticipated album is set to drop on the 27 September 2011. The album is said to be produced by mainly J. Cole. I guess its time for J. Cole to blow up!!!!
AKA’s album cover revealed!!!!
Recently AKA has revealed the album cover for his much anticipated album titled “Alter Ego”. However rumours have it that the hot South African rapper may be dropping a mixtape just before the album. Hmmm... fingers crossed
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