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Ro0k : Hot Rapper On The Radar

Aaron Wright aka Ro0K, 26, Baltimore
What do you do for a living ?
I work at amazon and also started online classes this year with full sail university for a music production degree.
Who are some of your biggest influencers in your industry?
Lupe Fiasco, J. Cole, Lil Wayne, Mos Def, and Nipsey Hussle.
What are some of your biggest accomplishment thus far ?
Starting the independent music and arts label, O-Bay Ent. I knew I was good enough to get signed since 10th grade and i got so frustrated waiting that i said i’ll sign myself. By the time i started the label in 2017, i realized the platform i could create by doing so. I wanted it to be an effort totally for my city so it’s named after the inner harbor or the “old bay”. I’ve always believed baltimore could be a music hub like NY or ATL and this is my contribution to the movement.
What legacy do you want to leave behind ?
When it’s all said and done, i want to turn rap into a legitimate sport so that we can stop saying “hip-hop is dead” and change it to “hip-hop was dead”. when i’m 40 i wanna start and host the first Rap Olympics in Baltimore at M&T Bank Stadium. it would feature all 5 elements of hip-hop so there could be lots of events.
I also want to bring a basketball team bac to Baltimore and maybe even start a sports agency thru my label. For a name i was thinking the Baltimore Sharks.
Where do you see yourself in the next five years?
I see myself on the cover of forbes magazine doing an interview on how i became the worlds first blac trillionaire. or i at least see myself executive producing the soundtrac for 2k or madden, and i plan to make every song one by an O-Bay artist or affiliate.
I also see myself contributing a lot to baltimore by adding many more opportunities thru the city for the youth to avoid street life like after school music and arts programs, arcades, and community centers. i also want to start haven housing for people in disenfranchised situations, this could be homeless or like an abusive relationship, the point is finding a way to rescue those who actually want to be put on a path to a brighter future.
website: obe410.com
ig: @rookycoyote, @pirateradio94, @obe410
twitter: @rookycoyote & @obe410
youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCn-dIxhVtSa-AF9mEWFESLA
soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/obe410
spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6WaEhaGT6zKNVjq6mPts7D?si=7pntbc8WRRy2CpfrV3Dfrg
apple: https://music.apple.com/us/album/felina-single/1485151796
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Dua Lipa’s “Dance The Night” Reigns as the Ultimate Summer Soundtrack

Dua Lipa’s “Dance The Night” is a catchy new summer soundtrack. It evokes the sunshine, excitement of nightlife, and happiness that come with a true summer song. Co-written with the talented Mark Ronson, “Dance The Night” is a full-on experience that has quickly become the standout track of the season.
Not only is Dua Lipa a massive music star with multiple number-one hits, but this summer, she also made her acting debut as Mermaid Barbie in Greta Gerwig’s Barbie movie. It was only natural for her to be part of the film’s soundtrack, and she truly delivered. “Dance The Night” captures the fun and energy of her previous hits while turning it up with even more sparkle and good vibes, making it impossible not to dance along.
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“Dance The Night” was on the fast track to success. It quickly climbed to the top of the music charts, marking Dua’s fourth number-one song and adding to her growing legacy with hits like “New Rules,” “One Kiss,” and “Cold Heart.” This is about creating a lasting impact.
“Dance The Night” became the soundtrack for fun moments, whether at parties or dancing alone in your room. It’s the perfect song to play when you want to dress up, grab your friends, and dance the night away, just like Barbie does in the movie.
No summer track is complete without a great music video, and “Dance The Night” doesn’t disappoint. Featuring eye-catching visuals, impressive dance moves, and even a surprise appearance from the director, Greta Gerwig, the video captures all the exciting energy of the song. It also shows Margot Robbie’s Barbie living her best life, reminding us that having fun and being confident is always in style.
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What makes “Dance The Night” the ultimate summer song? It’s upbeat and instantly lifts your mood, making you want to dance. Its lyrics invite you to enjoy the moment, and it succeeds on all fronts. Dua Lipa has a knack for creating both familiar and new songs. With its lively disco sound, beautiful strings, and catchy rhythm, “Dance The Night” pays tribute to the classic dance music of the past while still feeling modern. It’s vibrant, exhilarating, and simply irresistible.
In a summer filled with movies, exciting pop moments, and unforgettable times, “Dance The Night” shines as the perfect soundtrack. Whether you’re watching Barbie on the big screen or dancing under the stars, Dua Lipa has given us another fantastic song to which we’ll keep dancing even as summer ends.
Celebrity
Lizzo’s Bold Transformation and Powerful Message Ignite Fan Debate

Grammy winner Lizzo is back in the spotlight this time, not for her music, but for a new chapter on a different path in her life. The “About Damn Time” singer sparked a flurry of comments when she took to Instagram over the weekend, showing off a noticeably trimmer figure. But she wasn’t just turning heads with her transformation. It was the statement she made alongside it.
In the clip, Lizzo spray-painting the words “Bye B####” across the cover of her Special album felt like a bold yet symbolic move. Alongside the clip, she wrote, “End of an era.” The four words reverberated across social media, leaving fans and critics alike wondering. What era was coming to a close, and what’s next?
Lizzo’s body positivity and self-love advocacy have long been central themes of her work, which makes this moment all the more provocative. Several fans lauded her evolution, viewing it as a sign of natural maturation. Others were unsettled, wondering if her transformation changed the message she had long promoted.
Social media erupted in response. Some commended her for calling her own shots in a changing era, while others debated whether this decision was consistent with the fearless body-acceptance philosophy she had long personified.
The Special era was a watershed moment for Lizzo, cementing her place among the industry’s heavy hitters. From songs of self-empowerment to adrenaline-infused performances, she clearly illustrated that confidence isn’t about a stain on a scale. It’s about knowing who you are. By spray-painting the album cover, she appears to be closing a chapter to clear the way for something else.
Artists evolve. As musicians do, Lizzo is trying her skills out on fresh sounds; her evolution physically, emotionally, and artistically is hers to narrate. Whether this moment is a rebrand, a shift in perspective, or an artistic expression, one thing is certain: Lizzo is fully owning being Lizzo.
With an “end of an era” declaration, fans eagerly wonder what comes next. Will she bring in a new sound? A new way to think about body image? An utterly wild card project? If Lizzo has a specialty, it’s ensuring that the world never knows what to expect.
Whether you love, hate, or celebrate it, her latest move shows she still owns her narrative and is not afraid to rattle the bones.
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