RUMOR CONTROL: Wale Alleges Rihanna HOOK-UP Rumor Almost Ruined their Relationship! + Lauryn Hill CLEARS UP "Neurotic Society" Anti-Gay LYRIC Controversy
During an interview with The Breakfast Club, Wale shot down rumors that he had hooked up with Rihanna. Watch the interview inside and see Lauryn Hill explain that her song "Neurotic Socity" was not anti-gay.
While promoting his upcoming disc, Gifted, "Bad" rapper Wale chatted with Power 105’s The Breakfast Club this morning where he shot down rumors of a hookup with Rihanna, which we can only wonder how many people actually believed that one. When asked if he "smashed" he said, "Absolutely not." He went on to explain that the rumor was started by an "evil" person and the gossip item soon took on a life of it’s own AND actually began to affect his business relationships.
During a discussion of the "faked" tweets (where someone impersonating Wale insinuated that he’d hooked up with Rihanna), he told TBC,
"I’m coming to the realization that some people are just plain ‘ol evil. There has to be people like that…It got real…’ Just know it turned into a real thing. And I was like, ‘This is gonna mess up my potential working relationships’. The thing about Rihanna that I appreciate about her is her realness. I can’t be really cool with a lot of girls. When you have a friend like that, that got more than you, you just gotta appreciate the friendship. You gon’ smoke a lot, you gon’ chill, you gon’ dance, it’s gonna be a movie around you. Why would I even jeopardize that? You can’t try and smash everything. You gotta have some platonic friends."
Watch Wale’s discuss the alleged Rihanna tweets at 2:50:
Fans can pick up Wale’s Gifted disc on June 25th.
In other music rumors….
Lauryn Hill was criticized by a few outspoken fans/critics about the lyrics to her latest single "Neurotic Society". For those who could actually make sense of what Ms. Hill was saying, her use of the phrase "girly men" and references to "Drag queens" made some people question if the song had anti-gay undertones. In her defense, Lauryn posted a lengthy response (y’all know how SHE does) on her Tumblr about the controversy. We’re still not sure if she’s saying she meant what she said and she has the right to speak against the gay community, or if she’s saying people misinterpreted what she said. As usual, her response left more questions than answers.
"I am not targeting any particular group of people, but rather targeting everyone in our society who hides behind neurotic behavior, rather than deal with it….Everyone has a right to their own beliefs. Although I do not necessarily agree with what everyone says or does, I do believe in everyone’s right to protest. The overarching message of my music is to get up and stop compromising! And hopefully it will stimulate and motivate the changes that our society needs."
Read her entire response here…..
BONUS:
Rihanna’s Unapologetic album has just gone platinum, bringing her total number of platinum albums to six. Led by the #1 worldwide smash "Diamonds" (shown above), this is a sweet feat for RiRi as Unapologetic is also her first disc to go to #1 on the charts
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The new star spreads peace, love, and unity with informative lyrics, crafty rhymes, summoning productions, and vibrant song structure. The debut album encapsulates the illustrious history of Chicago Hip-Hop, which is drenched in the windy city’s historic activism and unity.
The album, its anthems, message, and authenticity are the perfect starting points for newfound fans of the rising star. Tracks like “Righteous Stepper,” “Savior,” and “Gifted” showcase the artist’s progressive music that advocates for equality. War Cry peaked at #3 on Apple Music and cemented Goalden Chyld’s movement.
“I don’t believe you can listen to this album and not feel some sense of purpose and duty to your community,” he told The Final Call.
He added: “I haven’t received a single negative review. The response has been overwhelmingly positive across all age groups. I’ve received messages from nonprofits showing children engaging with the music, which shows its impact. It’s amazing to see a project resonate so deeply across different segments of our community, reinforcing the need for unity and positive change.”
Chyld, real name Qadir Hakim, was raised by a single mother on the rough side of Chicago. His musical abilities transcend barriers for a wider audience with the storytelling of struggles and progress. His resume is filled with endorsements from big names in hip-hop, ranging from Shaquille O’Neal to Lil Baby to Funk Flex.
War Cry quickly gained popularity on streaming platforms and social media, becoming a highly discussed new artist of 2024. The album arrives at the perfect time, especially considering the current social climate.
Goalden Chyld supports the new album with a series of album release events, including an upcoming unity concert in Chicago on May 25 and a five-borough community tour event at SOBs in New York City on May 30.
Stream the new album here and, afterward, follow the rising star on social media for more updates.
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