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Pop Smoke Receives A Posthumous Grammy Award Nomination For ‘Dior’

Getty Image ‘Dior’ became an unofficial protest anthem and appeared in some unlikely places in the wake of Pop Smoke’s death. …

Although he was no longer around to campaign on his own behalf, late Brooklyn rapper Pop Smoke was able to secure a posthumous 2021 Grammy Award nomination for his summer single “Dior.” Pop Smoke was killed in February of this year during a home invasion as he rode the success of his summer 2019 hit “Welcome To The Party” and prepared for the release of his debut album. That album, Shoot For The Stars, Aim For The Moon, was released posthumously and contained “Dior” as a bonus track, although the song had previously served as the single for Pop Smoke’s mixtape Meet the Woo 2 after originally appearing on the tape’s predecessor six months before.

The song oddly became an unofficial protest anthem, despite not addressing police brutality or racism, as protestors played the song during demonstrations in Seattle and New York City. It also appears on the soundtrack of the recently released NBA 2K21. The beat was used during the 2020 BET Hip-Hop Awards Cypher.

In the wake of his death, Pop Smoke became an icon around which the burgeoning New York drill scene began to rally, as the gruff-voiced 20-year-old’s last few recorded verses turned into a hot commodity for clout-seeking majors. Young Thug and Pusha T exchanged heated words over a song both appeared on after Pusha used his verse to continue dissing Drake, while Pop’s final verses appeared on projects from the likes of Nav, French Montana, and more.

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Travis Scott & Cuban Link Heat Up Dating Rumors—Rick Ross Takes Savage Shot at 50 Cent!

Travis Scott and Cuban Link are igniting dating rumors after they were spotted together, heading to what appeared to be a hotel. This unexpected pairing has social media buzzing with speculation, but the real drama comes from Rick Ross, who is reveling in the chance to roast his long-time rival, 50 Cent.

For those catching up, Cuban Link—who previously dated 50 Cent—is now at the center of this fresh gossip. While 50 Cent and Rick Ross have had their share of public spats, Ross seems to be enjoying the latest twist in this ongoing feud.

In a cheeky Instagram Story, Ross shared a clip of Cuban Link entering a vehicle with Scott, using 50 Cent’s own lyrics to throw shade. “Many men, many many many many men -50 Cent,” Ross captioned the post. He didn’t stop there; Ross also flaunted his shoe collection, teasing his support for Travis Scott with a vow to wear Scott’s sneakers all week, leaving out Louis Vuitton in favor of the new kicks.

With 50 Cent, Cuban Link, and Travis Scott staying mum on the rumors, Rick Ross clearly sees this as an opportunity to poke fun at his adversary. What are your thoughts on this new celebrity pairing and Rick Ross’ hilarious reaction? Drop your comments below and stay tuned to Honk Magazine for the latest updates.

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French Montana Faces Backlash for Studio Session with Lara Trump, Fans Question His Loyalty to Immigrant Roots

French Montana is stirring up controversy after his recent studio session with Lara Trump, Donald Trump’s daughter-in-law. The Moroccan-American rapper shared a photo and video with Trump, sparking a wave of criticism from fans who argue that this friendship clashes with his own immigrant experience.

Lara Trump, who is married to Eric Trump and serves as the co-chair of the Republican National Committee, recently endorsed her father-in-law’s re-election campaign, a move that’s been met with criticism due to the Trump family’s contentious stance on immigration. Fans quickly reminded Montana of Trump’s history, including an executive order banning travel from predominantly Muslim countries and Project 2025’s plans to restrict immigrant rights.

Montana’s alignment with Trump comes on the heels of his controversial appearance with Andrew Tate, a figure known for his far-right views. This series of associations has left many fans disillusioned, questioning the rapper’s commitment to his own immigrant roots.