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King Von Earns His Highest Debut On The ‘Billboard’ 200 Chart Following His Death

Getty Image Von released his latest project, ‘Welcome To O’Block,’ just days before he passed away. …

Last week, rising Chicago rapper King Von died after he was shot at an Atlanta nightclub. The artist’s passing came just a week after he released his latest project, Welcome To O’Block, which has now earned him the highest chart debut of his career.

On the Billboard 200 chart dated November 14, Welcome To O’Block makes its inaugural appearance just outside the top 10, at No. 13. This is the best placement Von has ever had on the chart. His 2019 project Grandson, Vol. 1 peaked at No. 75, while his other release from this year, Levon James, topped out at No. 63.

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Once Von’s hip-hop peers heard of his passing, there was an outpouring of public mourning. Lil Durk, one of his closest friends, shared a heartbroken message, writing, “MY TWIN GONE. I LOVE YOU BABY BRO – D ROY.” Plenty of other rappers chimed in as well.

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Meanwhile, Von’s alleged murdered, 22-year-old Timothy Leeks, was arrested not long after the shooting and is now facing a felony murder charge. An Atlanta Police Department representative said prior to the arrest, “It is our understanding Dayvon Bennett, aka King Von, was shot and killed during this morning’s shooting and we are seeing rumors being spread indicating he was shot and killed by APD officers. At this time, our investigators believe Mr. Bennett was shot during the initial shootout between the two groups of males, prior to police responding and attempting to stop the shooting. Additionally, Mr. Bennett was not located at the scene, but arrived at a hospital shortly after the shooting, via private vehicle.”

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50 Cent Drops Bombshell, Drake Ready to Strike Back Amid Kendrick Lamar Feud

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50 Cent Drops Bombshell, Drake Ready to Strike Back Amid Kendrick Lamar Feud

In the electrifying world of hip-hop, tensions are flaring as titans clash. The latest battleground? Kendrick Lamar’s blistering diss track, “6:16 In LA,” aimed straight at Drake’s OVO empire. As the rap world braces for impact, none other than the legendary 50 Cent steps into the ring with some explosive predictions.

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A connoisseur of the rap game, 50 Cent is no stranger to controversy. From squabbles with Diddy to dissecting the beef du jour, Fif is always in the know. Now, amidst the fiery exchange between Kendrick and Drake, he’s stoking the flames with his latest insights.

Kendrick Lamar set the stage with “Euphoria” before dropping the bombshell “6:16 In LA” – a calculated strike aimed squarely at Drake’s throne. As fans dissect every bar, 50 Cent wasted no time in weighing in. Taking to social media, he ignited speculation by hinting at Drake’s retaliatory arsenal.

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In a tweet that set the internet ablaze, Fif declared, “Oh shit it’s lit Kendrick went again, I heard Drake got a [bomb] waiting.” The rap world holds its breath, anticipating Drake’s next move. Could it be mere days away? Or will Drizzy take his time, as Kendrick did before him?

As the countdown to the next lyrical volley begins, fans are divided. Some expect fireworks by the weekend, while others preach patience. Regardless, the tension is palpable, and only time will reveal the true victor in this rap saga.

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Now, it’s your turn to weigh in. Do you believe Drake is armed and ready with a counterstrike? Was Kendrick’s diss everything you hoped for? Sound off in the comments below.

And remember to stay locked to Honk Magazine for all the latest developments in the ever-evolving world of music. We’ve got you covered with updates on your favorite artists and their next moves.

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Level Up with Megan Thee Stallion, Hip-Hop’s Gamer Queen Teases New Music in Epic Video Game Style

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Level Up with Megan Thee Stallion, Hip-Hop’s Gamer Queen Teases New Music in Epic Video Game Style

Megan Thee Stallion doesn’t just start trends; she sets them on fire. After igniting the rap scene at the start of 2024 with her fierce single “HISS,” she’s back in the spotlight with a tantalizing teaser for what’s to come. Move over Kendrick Lamar vs. Drake; Megan’s throwing down the gauntlet once more.

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In “HISS,” she took aim at her detractors, with Nicki Minaj finding herself in the crosshairs. Megan’s punchy lyrics, particularly about “Megan’s Law,” landed with such force that even Minaj’s response track fell flat. Victory was rightfully hers.

Now, she’s revving up for the next chapter. Megan took to Instagram, teasing fans with a cryptic message: “😈🐍🎮 Are you ready to play?” Accompanied by two renditions of herself in classic video game style, reminiscent of old PlayStation fighting games, fans went wild. Comments flooded in, with one fan even admitting, “this eats so bad i’m inspired to change my concert outfit 😭.”

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Speculation soared: could these images be a sneak peek at Meg’s upcoming album artwork? Or is she simply playing with our anticipation for another single release?

While excitement builds, Megan faces challenges offstage as well. Recently, she confronted a lawsuit from a former photographer, who made sensational claims against her. Megan swiftly refuted these allegations, denouncing them as a “salacious” money grab. In a powerful display of solidarity, fellow celebrities rallied behind her, with 50 Cent even suggesting the accuser deserved a punch in the head.

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As we eagerly await Megan’s next move, one thing’s for sure: she’s leveling up in both music and resilience. Are you ready to join her on this electrifying journey? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!

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