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Today in Hip-Hop History: Ice Cube Dropped His ‘Death Certificate’ Album 28 Years Ago

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O’Shea Jackson, better known to the world as Ice Cube, made a lot of people mad when he was fed up with the bs and released this scathing album, appropriately entitled Death Certificate 28 years ago on this date.

The album cover itself speaks volumes. A Caucasian corpse with a toe tag that reads “Uncle Sam” draped with the stars and stripes with the recently self-made solo artist pledging allegiance is as anti-establishment as you can get. Not only had Ice Cube been freed from his situation with the legendary Niggaz Wit Attitudes, but he had also been released into a sea of information that would make his metamorphosis from a mere emcee and rhyme writer of a “gangsta” rap group to an unparalleled entertainer unlike anyone else. The LP’s insert is just as powerful as the cover, with Ice Cube and his Lench Mob crew doing the knowledge to the Nation Of Islam’s Final Call newspaper.

The album features melodic, yet truthful messages from the late Dr. Khalid Abdul Muhammad throughout the duration of the album. Songs like “I Wanna Kill Sam” and “Horny Little Devil” echo NOI sentiments, but that doesn’t take away from the surgical lyricism from the former NWA frontman coupled with production from Sir Jinx, the Boogiemen, and Cube himself. Timeless gems like “Black Korea” and “A Bird In A Hand” tackles real-life issues in the urban community and the scenarios he addressed still ail our society today, yet are significantly ignored by today’s artists.

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One of the most memorable tracks from Death Certificate is, of course, the infamous “No Vaseline” aimed at Eazy-E, Dr. Dre, Ren Yella, and their financial arm Jerry Heller. In the song, Cube spits darts like, “..lookin like straight bozos/ I saw it comin’ that’s why I went solo/ and kept on stompin’/ while y’all motherfuckers moved straight outta Compton..” and went straight at Heller’s neck with rhymes like, “..it’s a case of divide and conquer/ ’cause you let a Jew break up my crew/ house nigga gotta run and hide/ yellin’ Compton, but you moved to Riverside..”. N.W.A. never recovered from Cube’s blow, which made this record the ultimate diss record of all time. Ice Cube’s continued success which is still evident today, is just the icing on the cake of how he “dropped four niggas, now he’s makin’ all the dough.”

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The Source sends a supreme shout out to Cube, the Lench Mob (you too Kam), Dr. Khalid (RIP) and everyone else involved with this timeless classic!

The post Today in Hip-Hop History: Ice Cube Dropped His ‘Death Certificate’ Album 28 Years Ago appeared first on The Source.

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Kevin Hart Lights Up BET Awards With Savage Jabs At Diddy, Cardi B, & Kanye

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The 25th anniversary of the BET Awards promised an unforgettable evening, and Kevin Hart kicked things off with his usual flair, bold, humorous, and full of energy. Hart showed he was ready to entertain. His opening jokes felt more like a funny roast than a traditional monologue, setting the stage for a night filled with laughter. The audience loved it as Hart jumped into some recent news, starting with Diddy. In a joke that was both funny and a little awkward, he cautioned everyone to steer clear of the afterparties, suggesting they can get a bit wild.

The crowd erupted with laughter, catching his clever allusion to some of Diddy’s current issues. Then, Hart shifted his focus to Cardi B, poking fun at her extravagant lifestyle. He cleverly referenced a peculiar pink bag that NFL star Stefon Diggs was spotted with, joking, “Stay away from pink substances,” which got an immediate reaction of laughs and surprised gasps from the audience. Kanye West also got a mention, even though he wasn’t the main target of Hart’s jokes. Hart subtly commented on Kanye’s unpredictable behavior and fashion choices, keeping the mood light and entertaining.

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Hart’s comedy felt sharp and precise. He reminded everyone why he’s considered one of the top comedians today. His timing was spot-on, his jokes were edgy, and he managed to keep the atmosphere fun while saying what many were thinking. Amid a night filled with tributes and performances, Hart’s opening set the perfect tone for the event. As the BET Awards celebrated 25 years of Black excellence, Kevin Hart proved that sometimes, a dash of humor and surprise is just what we need to lift our spirits.

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Kendrick Lamar’s BET Awards Sweep Overshadowed By Awkward Druski Snub

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In an exciting night filled with unforgettable moments, Kendrick Lamar once again proved why he’s one of the biggest names in hip-hop. He won the prestigious Album of the Year award at the BET Awards for his album GNX and walked away with a total of five awards, including Best Male Hip-Hop Artist and Video of the Year. However, a brief moment backstage really got people talking on social media. After the show, videos surfaced online showing Kendrick interacting with popular figures Kai Cenat and Druski.

While he shared a friendly greeting with Kai, he seemingly overlooked Druski completely, not once, but twice. Druski was just a few feet away but didn’t get any acknowledgment from Kendrick, leading to a flurry of speculation, jokes, and memes online. Fans are debating whether this was a deliberate snub or just an innocent oversight in a busy moment. Some find it hard to believe that two well-known personalities would be in the same place without recognizing each other, while others think it’s just a misunderstanding that social media has blown out of proportion.

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To put it in context, the night was hectic. Kendrick, who is currently touring with SZA, made a surprise appearance at the ceremony to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the BET Awards, which fans loved. With so much happening around him, it’s possible he simply didn’t see Druski amidst the chaos. Still, this little incident has captured the internet’s attention. It’s an awkward and unscripted moment that fans can’t get enough of, leading to all sorts of discussions online.

Whether there’s more to this “Druski Dodge” or not remains unclear, but it’s evident that Kendrick Lamar doesn’t need to say a word to make headlines, just a walk through the venue is enough to spark conversation. For now, fans are eagerly refreshing their feeds, trying to read into the moment as the story of “The Druski Dodge” continues to unfold.

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