FELLAS TAKEOVER: Denzel Washington & Lenny Kravitz Crack JOKES On “David Letterman” + Dr. Dre TOPS Forbes 2014 Cash Kings List
Sexy stars Denzel Washington and Lenny Kravitz had a good time cracking jokes on late night TV last night. Meanwhile, Dr. Dre’s selling of Beats By Dre to Apple earned him the top spot on Forbes 2014 Cash Kings List. Deets & video inside…
Hollywood legend Denzel Washington (who stars in the new film The Equalizer) and rock star legend Lenny Kravitz (who just released his new album Strut) have built a great friendship over the years. So much so, they often go on vacay with one another and come back with plenty of stories to share.
Last night, the two hit up “Live With David Letterman” and the two kept the laughs coming as they went back and forth with one another, cracking jokes. The guys talked about their recent boat trip together where Lenny forced The Equalizer star to watch his own movies. It seems Denzel only watches his movies once just so he’ll know what he’s talking about during promo tours.
Check out their banter below:
Lenny then hit the stage to perform his title track “Strut”:
Then this morning….
The Grammy Award winning rock star hit up the “Wendy Williams Show” to dish on his relationship status (he’s single and he’s ready to date), fatherhood (Zoe is his best friend), Zoe’s mother Lisa Bonet (they’re good friends) and his 10th studio album Strut. Check it above.
In other news….
Hip Hop mogul Dr. Dre landed the No.1 spot on FORBES 2014 Cash Kings list. No surprise there. After selling his Beats by Dre headphones to Apple for a cool $3 BILLION, along with his other many projects, it has earned the entrepreneur the highest annual total of any entertainer ever evaluated by Forbes. He certainly deserves the crown.
Although he’s not quite a billionaire yet, he’s steadily making his way there with pretax earnings of $620 million. Not only that, his total earnings beat out all 24 of his Hip Hop peers on this year’s Hip-Hop Cash Kings list. Boss!
Jay Z and Diddy tie at the No. 2 spot earning $60 million this year. This is the highest earnings in a year for Hov since 2010, aided by his Roc Nation empire, 68 concerts during FORBES scoring period, his D’Ussé cognac deal and his certified platinum album Magna Carta…Holy Grail (which sold 1 million copies before it was released due to an agreement with Samsung).
Diddy and his Diageo’s Ciroc deal earned him the bulk of his earnings but he also banked cash for other ventures like DeLeon tequila, Blue Flame marketing, Sean Jean clothing, and his new endeavor Revolt TV.
Find out if your favorite Hip Hop entertainer made the Cash Kings list below:
1. Dr. Dre – $620 million
2. Jay Z – $60 million (tie)
2. Diddy – $60 million (tie)
4. Drake – $33 million
5. Macklemore & Ryan Lewis – $32 million
6. Kanye West – $30 million
7. Birdman – $24 million
8. Lil Wayne – $23 million
9. Pharrell Williams – $22 million
10. Eminem – $18 million
11. Nicki Minaj – $14 million
12. Wiz Khalifa – $13 million
13. Pitbull – $12 million
14. Snoop Dogg – $10 million
15. Kendrick Lamar – $9 million
16. Ludacris – $8 million (tie)
16. Tech N9ne – $8 million (tie)
16. Swizz Beatz – $8 million (tie)
16. 50 Cent – $8 million (tie)
20. Rick Ross – $7 million (tie)
20. J. Cole – $7 million (tie)
20. DJ Khaled – $7 million (tie)
20. Lil Jon – $7 million (tie)
20. Mac Miller – $7 million (tie)
Photos: Getty/Lenny’s IG
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KOKO’s music is a testament to her international background. Hailing from Finland and spending part of her life in Brussels, Belgium, she brings a blend of Northern European sophistication and Middle European jazz and funk to her music. It’s this eclectic mix that sets her apart, making her sound a breath of fresh air in the New York scene.
KOKO mentions her fondness for the jazz and funk she experienced in Brussels, stating, “I definitely have like funk elements in my music, especially from the time when we lived in Brussels, because we went to see like a lot of jazz, for example, at all times.” This richness in artistry isn’t just serendipitous; it’s intentional and a core part of who she is as an artist.
The New York City Metamorphosis
Moving to the epicenter of varied artistic expression, New York City, KOKO continued to evolve her craft. It’s here that she found the latitude to further her studies in sound engineering and delve deeper into the music world. Attending SAE Institute of Technology was a decision that would shape her future, immersing her in a community that lives and breathes sound.
Yet, it isn’t just about the music for KOKO. It’s about being “in motion,” as she refers to her debut LP, aptly titled “Coco Motion.” This project encapsulates her experiences and growth during her time in the States. Each song represents a timestamp, chronicling her evolution from an international student to a New York artist. “It’s like a timeline, almost like how my journey has been here,” she reflects.
The Beacon of Self-love and Empowerment
Amid the beats and melodies, there’s an underlying narrative in KOKO’s music: the importance of self-love and empowerment. These are not just themes but the lifeblood of her creative expression. KOKO is on a mission to inspire, guide, and remind listeners of their inherent worth and capacity for love.
She doesn’t shy away from her advocacy for mental health, recognizing its significance in today’s society. For KOKO, music is a medium for healing and spiritual growth. “My sound is conscious pop,” she says, signaling the reflective quality of her songs and their purpose to resonate on a deeper level with her audience.
As we recap the indelible impression KOKO has made in her interview with Shah Cypha, it’s clear that her trajectory is not simply one of personal ambition but also of universal resonance. Her music, imbued with both her Finnish and Brussels-influenced roots, has found a nurturing home in New York City, blossoming into a soundtrack of self-development and positive vibrations. With a firm stance on female empowerment and mental health, KOKO’s presence in the industry goes beyond entertainment; it’s a catalyst for transformation and healing. Her upcoming LP, “KOKOmotion,” is set to ripple through the collective consciousness, reminding us all to stay in perpetual movement toward our highest selves.
Cincinnati native Big Lotion drops his new single titled “Green A Go.” Listen below via Spotify or on any music platform. You can also follow him on IG.
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