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Nipsey Hussle’s Estate Sues The Crips

Nipsey Hussle might have been a well-known member of the Crips but his estate is going to court against the gang for allegedly trying to capitalize on his catchphrases.

At the beginning of this month, it was reported that the Crips were filing to trademark the phrase “The Marathon Continues”, which was popularized by Nipsey Hussle. The late rapper’s estate is now moving forward with a lawsuit in order to prevent that from happening, as reported by TMZ.


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Samiel Asghedom, Nip’s brother, has reportedly sued Crips LLC. over the rights to the trademark, arguing that the estate should have ownership of it.

The Crips’ trademark filing for various services and clothing happened despite Hussle’s family owning the rights to several “Marathon”-based trademarks. The estate claims that a trademark was filed less than two months after Nipsey’s death by the Crips.

As we reported several weeks ago, the Crips had agreed to abandon the trademarks, issuing an apology to the Asghedom family but, for some reason, they went ahead with the filing in October. 


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Samiel Asghedom and the Nipsey Hussle estate are seeking monetary compensation and for all of the merch that was produced using Nipsey’s catchphrases to be destroyed.

We will keep you posted as more information comes out regarding this.

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Billy Chuck Da Goat finds his flow on new release “Vibez”

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Billy Chuck Da Goat’s latest release, “Vibez,” has a laid-back, hypnotic bounce that makes it easy to listen to without ever feeling empty. It makes a place where calmness and quiet confidence come together.

“Vibez” was made on purpose, but it also sounds simple. Billy Chuck’s smooth delivery flows through the production without rushing or pushing anything. Instead, he lets the rhythm breathe, allowing people to get into the song at their own pace. This laid-back energy is the best part of the song, nothing feels forced, which is exactly what it’s trying to do.

The track changes to fit whatever you need it for, like a late-night drive, a focused workout, or a way to unwind after a long day. It has a quiet edge of confidence, it’s not loud or bragging, but it’s steady and sure of itself.

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François Marius and Bérénice creates a tender acoustic pop confession with “Billie Jean”

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François Marius’ latest release, “Billie Jean (Acoustic Version),” cuts to the quick and lets raw emotion take over. What you get, ultimately, is a personal pop experience that feels closer to a secret than to either a spoken-word show or a performance. The initial soft strum of an acoustic guitar creates a mood that is soft, sweet, and quietly interesting. It’s a full-throated, backbones-out piece, and every note is screaming its potential. It’s simple but riveting, and it proves that sometimes less is more.

François Marius and Bérénice’s voices sound right together, their voicings intermingle so naturally that they seem accidental or spontaneous, harmonies that emerge from nowhere. The way they speak to one another is very, I mean, they really love each other. That even makes the track seem like a conversation about feelings.

The two artists are clearly close. Romance and Eros are not just ideas, and they inhabit every note that lingers and every minuscule shift in tonality. The harmonies soar effortlessly over the acoustic foundation, a blend of sweetness and strength. It’s a sign of strength and also of a willingness to be hurt.

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“Billie Jean (Acoustic Version)” is stripped of any fancy production or theatrical effects, it wins you over with its frankness and forthrightness. Sandy François Marius’s impersonation is fresh and real, endowed with depth and softness thanks to Bérénice’s presence, which definitely makes everything more perfect. This acoustic performance serves as a stark reminder of the elements that do connect people: the singer, his guitar, and a story from the heart.

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