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Big Sean Says His First Advance From Kanye West Was $15K

When Big Sean initially signed to Kanye West and G.O.O.D. Music, he was not a proven artist. He didn’t have a single that was popping and there really wasn’t much to base his success in the rap game off of.

Thus, it’s not too surprising to hear that his first label advance after signing wasn’t a lot of money. However, you would be surprised by the actual amount of money that he was given to use toward his first music drops.

Speaking with Fat Joe on his podcast, the Detroit rapper provided Joe with yet another “Joprah Moment”, revealing that his first cash advance from Kanye West was only worth $15,000.

“[Kanye] just signed me because he heard me rap, I had nothing going so, yeah, my first advance was… bro, I don’t even wanna say the number. It wasn’t a lot at all,” says Big Sean during their conversation.

Like a good interviewer, Joe pressed Sean to give him the exclusive information, which he reluctantly gave up.

“My first advance was $15,000 bro,” revealed Sean.

As pointed out by HHNM, the rapper speaks more about his “slave deal” on Benny The Butcher’s new song “Timeless”. Thankfully, Kanye has promised to give back his 50% share to Big Sean and other G.O.O.D. Music signees. Previously, Kanye owned half of their master recordings but, during his mission to create a more transparent environment between artists and labels, he tweeted that he would be giving back that money.

What do you think Big Sean did with that $15K? Mixed and mastered one single??

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Cardi B’s Baby Bombshell & Offset Split, Fans React to Double Dose of Drama!

Cardi B has announced she’s expecting her third child, taking to Instagram to share the joyous update. This exciting revelation comes on the heels of pregnancy speculation and a notable baby bump sighting. The news also follows Cardi’s recent filing for divorce from her husband of seven years, Offset.

Earlier this week, Offset was seen at a casino with his ex Pretty Redz, sparking rumors of infidelity, which he denies. However, a source tells Page Six that the split is due to the couple’s growing apart rather than any alleged cheating. Cardi is reportedly seeking primary custody of their children.

Social media is buzzing with reactions to Cardi’s news. While many fans are showering her with love and support, others are speculating about the impact on her upcoming album and wondering about the baby’s due date. Despite the changes in her personal life, Cardi remains upbeat, expressing gratitude and excitement for this new chapter. “With every ending comes a new beginning!” she shared, reflecting on her journey.

What’s your take on Cardi B’s pregnancy announcement and her split from Offset? Share your thoughts in the comments and stay tuned to Honk Magazine for the latest updates and fan reactions!

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Jennifer Lopez Clashes With Paparazzi in Fiery Hamptons Showdown, “Get Away from Me and the Kids!”

Jennifer Lopez was caught in a dramatic showdown with paparazzi during a recent Hamptons getaway with her children. The star’s frustration was palpable as she demanded photographers leave her and her kids alone, shouting, “Get away from me and the kids! Go away!”

The intense moment was shared by The Neighborhood Talk on Instagram, where Lopez’s fans quickly rallied to her defense. One commenter noted, “Y’all clearly hear her say ‘get away from me and the kids’… she’s just protecting her children.” Another added, “The internet’s been so harsh on her lately. Give her a break. This new generation is just weird.”

The incident followed a heartwarming Instagram post by Lopez featuring a sweet photo of her and her twins, Max and Emme, captioned, “My whole heart.” While Lopez was enjoying the East Coast, her husband, Ben Affleck, remained in Los Angeles. Meanwhile, Affleck’s daughter, Violet, recently visited Lopez on the East Coast.

In related news, Lopez has canceled her This Is Me… Live tour, which was set to include 30 summer shows. The cancellation, rumored to be due to sluggish ticket sales, was framed by Lopez as a need to focus on family. She assured fans, “I promise I will make it up to you and we will all be together again. I love you all so much. Until next time.”

Stay tuned for more updates on Jennifer Lopez right here at Honk Magazine!