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Today in Hip-Hop History: T.I. Drops His Debut Album ‘I’m Serious’ 19 Years Ago

On this date in 2001, the self-proclaimed “King Of The South,” rapper/actor T.I., released his first album entitled I’m Serious.
Produced by several behind the board legends including ATL’s DJ Toomp, Jazze Pha, Lil Jon, The Neptunes, and few others, with features from Pharrell, Bone Crusher, Too Short, Pastor Troy, and many other South and West icons still did not garner him the commercial success that he would eventually be recognized for his music as well as in the cinema.
With this being T.I.’s lowest-selling album, Arista Records made the heartbreaking move to cut him from the label after selling less than 300K copies. This was the obvious silver lining in the cloud because T.I has not only went on to become one of the top-selling Hip-Hop artists to date but has also made his mark on the silver screen starring along with the likes of Denzel Washington, Ruby Dee, and many others.
Regardless of what the critics have to say, salute to T.I. for offering up this underground Hip-Hop classic!
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Kanye’s Team Puts Rumors To Rest With A Simple Explanation

In the surprising world of Ye, the artist formerly known as Kanye West, even simple paperwork can cause a stir online. The latest buzz is that Ye has changed his name to “Ye Ye.” However, before fans start updating their playlists or thinking about new tattoos, Ye’s team is ready to set the record straight, and it’s not as dramatic as it seems. Recently, some business documents from California popped up showing “Ye Ye” listed as the manager for a few of Ye’s businesses, including Yeezy Apparel and Yeezy Record Label, LLC.
Naturally, the internet began to speculate. Could this be a new era for him? A hint about an upcoming album? Or just classic Ye being himself? As it turns out, it’s none of those things. A spokesperson for Ye explained that the confusion came from a routine online form that struggled with someone who only has one name. Since Ye dropped the name “Kanye West” back in 2018 for personal and creative reasons, he’s been officially recognized as just “Ye.”
But when the form required both a first and last name, his team entered “Ye” in both spots. This led to the funny outcome of “Ye Ye.” “There hasn’t been any name change,” the spokesperson told The New York Post, putting to rest any theories about a major rebranding. “It’s just a quirky issue with the form.” While this mix-up created some confusion, it also fits the pattern of an artist who has always done things his own way, whether in music, fashion, or even on official documents.
Honestly, “Ye Ye” does have a catchy sound to it, but don’t expect him to start using it anytime soon. Since he introduced himself simply as “Ye” on Twitter in 2018, stating, “The being formally known as Kanye West. I am YE,” that one-name brand has become his identity across all platforms. The latest filing, while amusing, is just another moment in a career filled with reinvention, mystery, and the occasional silly error.
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Drake Shouts Out Julia Wolf After Electrifying Toronto Show

In a city known for its surprises, one of the biggest happened on Tuesday night when global superstar Drake made a surprise appearance at singer-songwriter Julia Wolf’s concert in Toronto. True to his style, he didn’t just stop by, he really showed up. After the concert, Drake shared a photo on Instagram with Julia, captioning it, “When she asks what I listen to…” He also posted a picture of Wolfie’s Deli, a local restaurant, cleverly linking it to Julia’s name and her Toronto roots.
For Julia Wolf, this moment was key in her career, receiving support from someone who’s highly respected in the music world. In her own Instagram post, she expressed her excitement, thanking Drake for coming to her show and celebrating her sold-out tour. Julia, who is gaining attention with her latest album, PRESSURE, gave a dynamic performance that clearly impressed Drake. The album explores strong emotions and resilience, and this surprise endorsement from Drake is sure to boost her popularity even more.
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While some might see celebrity shoutouts as publicity stunts, this one felt genuine. Drake is known for supporting artists he genuinely connects with, and his appearance felt more like him being a fan than a calculated move. After all, even superstars can have their favorite artists. As for Drake, fans are eagerly awaiting his upcoming album, ICEMAN, with high hopes after hints dropped by various influencers.
But Tuesday night showed that he still has a great ear for discovering new talent. Ultimately, Toronto witnessed something special beyond just a concert. It was a moment where a rising star received recognition from a local legend, reminding us that in the music world, the best connections often happen in unexpected ways.
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