NLE Choppa: The Memphis rap star is out here proving he's a global hitmaker
It’s safe to say everyone around these parts has love for NLE Choppa. His music always slaps and the visuals are always tough. But getting embraced and loved all the way out in Poland? Tough.
It’s safe to say everyone around these parts has love for NLE Choppa. His music always slaps and the visuals are always tough. But getting embraced and loved all the way out in Poland? Tough.
NLE Choppa proves he’s glowing out there in Poland, too
It’s way bigger than just the Coasts for Choppa. NLE hit up Instagram this past weekend to tease his Rolling Loud Vienna presence and the endless appreciation he received from Poland during a concert stop.
‘Poland, Dziękuję 🇵🇱🇵🇱🇵🇱🇵🇱🫶
ROLLING LOUD VIENNA NEXT ‼️’
NLE Choppa: It's more than iced-out flexing with the 'Pistol Paccin' music video
Do you love what rap heavyweight NLE Choppa is serving up to the masses? Look no further than his decision to turn a fire ‘Pistol Paccin’ anthem into much more than a hard-hitting music video by going the holiday season route this December.
Do you love what rap heavyweight NLE Choppa is serving up to the masses? Look no further than his decision to turn a fire ‘Pistol Paccin’ anthem into much more than a hard-hitting music video by going the holiday season route this December.
NLE Choppa’s ‘Pistol Paccin’ is all about the Christmas season
Clocking in at nearly three minutes, NLE teams with hip-hop artist BigXThaPlug to deliver a visual gem to the masses. But at the same time, it’s all about celebrating the good deeds Choppa’s doing this time of year.
With more than 31 million TikTok views, 4.7 million “likes,” and overwhelming demand from fans online, Memphis-bred rap star NLE Choppa is celebrating this holiday unwrapping his much-anticipated new music video “Pistol Paccin” featuring breakout Texas rapper BigXThaPlug via NLE Entertainment/Warner Records.
Tis’ the season of giving so NLE Choppa personally donated toys, clothes, and books to more than 300 hundred kids from his Parkway Village hometown in Memphis. “I’m just living my purpose, doing what God would want me to do. He blessed me to be able to bless others,” said the multi-platinum rapper. Memphis Mayor-elect Paul Young attended the event to give his support to Choppa saying, “these are the type of feel-good moments our city needs.” Watch the full FOX 13 news clip HERE.
From the jump, NLE Choppa’s flow leaves this soundscape in flames as the chantable chorus takes hold, “Pistol paccin, never lackin’, run up.” BigXThaPlug counters with a catchy and quotable verse punctuated by his laidback delivery and signature tone. In the accompanying visual, they dominate at an arena size basketball court, rapping right to the camera with clear intent. Filled with animated graphics and “meme-able” moments, the clips place them center court as the new generation’s champions!
“Pistol Paccin” just continues a hot streak for NLE Choppa. He recently uncovered the latest installment of his celebrated multi-platinum “Shotta Flow” series, “Shotta Flow 7.” Listen HERE and watch the music video HERE.
It vaulted to #13 on the TikTok Viral Music Chart with 156K “creates” to date. The music video also notably cracked the Top 30 on YouTube upon release. Plus, it has already gathered 14.6 million streams in addition to 3.3 million YouTube views.
The ”Shotta Flow” series has impressively generated over 687.8M global streams and nearly 1B views. It kicked off in 2019 with “Shotta Flow,” which went triple-platinum and spawned a double-platinum Remix featuring BLUEFACE. “Shotta Flow 2” and “Shotta Flow 3” also both reached platinum status. “Shotta Flow 6” served as the opener to his acclaimed 2022 album, Me vs. Me, which posted up 111M global streams and counting, in addition to over 30M YouTube views on the music video.
Earlier this fall, NLE Choppa dropped Cottonwood 2: Deluxe 2.0. He added nine brand new tracks to his 2023 opus Cottonwood 2, offering the definitive vision of this body of work. Listen HERE.
He preceded Cottonwood 2: Deluxe 2.0 with his very first short film, Nightmare On Cottonwood. NLE Choppa personally co-directed Nightmare On Cottonwood alongside Ben Marc. Additionally, he attracted an all-star supporting cast to bring everything to life, including Kai Cenat, DDG, Sukihana, and Funny Marco, among others. Nightmare On Cottonwood showcases his influence as a true hometown hero and sees him evolve again—it’s no wonder GQ christened him “one of the biggest names in rap.” Watch HERE.
Jay Fizzle: The Paper Route Empire heavyweight delivers with 'F**k Being Famous'
Dropping a song is cool but it’s even more of a big flex when you have a full-fledged studio effort, right Jay Fizzle? Turns out the Memphis rap heavyweight is coming through with a much-needed F**k Being Famous studio mixtape for your listening pleasures.
Dropping a song is cool but it’s even more of a big flex when you have a full-fledged studio effort, right Jay Fizzle? Turns out the Memphis rap heavyweight is coming through with a much-needed F**k Being Famous studio mixtape for your listening pleasures.
Jay Fizzle’s ‘F**k Being Famous’ has arrived
Loaded with anthems and cover art delivering all types of messaging, it’s start to finish goals with Jay’s newest release now up for grabs.
Jay Fizzle's brand of flex-heavy, slick-talking street music has established him as one of Memphis's most respected street rappers. Content with his status in his city as he rejects the spotlight and hangers-on that comes with success, Jay Fizzle just released his newest mixtape, F**K BEING FAMOUS, out now via Paper Route Empire.
Putting on for PRE for over half a decade, Jay Fizzle is a master of the searing street rap that serves as the bass-booming heart of Memphis music. The mixtape features appearances from his PRE family, like Big Moochie Grape and SNUPE BANDZ, and a guest spot from his high-powered peer 03 Greedo. On this project, Fizzle leans into his knack for invention as he hones his flow into unexpected pockets.
Fizzle proves to have excellent chemistry with L.A. legend 03 Greedo on the ultra-funky "Still The Same," as the two bond over their enduring love for the color purple, and he goes toe-to-toe with Chicago rapper Kash Mirr on the steely "Blackout." Fizzle leans into his knack for invention on this tape as he hones his flow into unexpected pockets. Home to the single “Dickie Set” where we see Fizzle bobbing and weaving over menacing keys, finding every which way to get to the bag.
Moneybagg Yo: The Memphis rap star's 'Larger Than Life' tour is officially happening
It was only a matter of time before rap heavyweight Moneybagg Yo decided it was time to leave the recording studio and hit the road. What better way to get folks pumped than announcing his Larger Than Life nationwide tour?
It was only a matter of time before rap heavyweight Moneybagg Yo decided it was time to leave the recording studio and hit the road. What better way to get folks pumped than announcing his Larger Than Life nationwide tour?
Moneybagg Yo’s ‘Larger Than Life’ tour is really happening
While things won’t kick off until August, the Southern rap superstar is making sure to prioritize all of the massive markets. From Philadelphia and New York to Los Angeles and Houston, Yo isn’t skipping any big spots going from coast to coast this summer.
Memphis artist, established entrepreneur, and Bread Gang Entertainment CEO, Moneybagg Yo, announces his long-awaited US “Larger Than Life” tour. The 23-date run kicks off this August in Orlando before he heads to major cities such as New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, and Houston, before wrapping up in his hometown of Memphis, Tennessee. Fans can expect Bagg to perform a plethora of his catalog including his No. 1 hits that topped the radio charts including, “Said Sum,” “Time Today,” “Wockesha,” and “Scorpio.” Tickets are available to the public on Tuesday, June 13th at 10am Local time HERE. See below for full list of tour dates.
The tour announcement arrives fresh on the heels of the release of his deeply personal mixtape, Hard To Love, which reached No. 1 on Apple Music’s Top Albums chart, and debuted Top on Spotify’s US & Global Album Debut Chart. The mixtape, Bagg’s first since 2021’s A Gangsta’s Pain, was preceded by a lengthy letter posted to his Instagram account. That sort of to-the-bone honesty is the defining feature of Hard To Love. The project includes “Quickie,” "Motion God,” “On Wat U On,” his acclaimed collaboration with label mate, GloRilla, “Ocean Spray,” as well as “Keep It Low,” his breakneck collaboration with Future, and additional collaborations with Fridayy, Bagg’s signee, YTB FATT, Shott Off, and Lil Durk.
Prior to Hard To Love, Moneybagg Yo shared his chart-topping album, A Gangsta's Pain, which was the fourth highest selling rap album of 2021. The RIAA certified Platinum album was listed “Best Albums of 2021” by The New York Times, Billboard, Complex, XXL, Uproxx, and more. Soon after he shared a collaboration with Yo Gotti, Mozzy, and Lil Poppa titled, “Big League,” which was chosen as the official song of the 2022 NBA Finals and can be found on the CMG compilation Gangsta Art.
In just a few short years, Moneybagg Yo has cemented himself as one of the most irresistible voices in the club and on the streets. He developed his label, Bread Gang Entertainment, his artist BIG30 (NLess Entertainment) was tapped as part of XXL’s latest Freshman Class, and his business endeavors extend to the restaurant industry in 2023, recently opening Cache 42 Kitchen and Cocktails in his hometown. The rapper has also been nominated for a GRAMMY Award, Billboard Music Awards and iHeartRadio Award and collaborated with A-list stars like Kanye West, 2 Chainz, and YG. With Hard to Love, he adds another riveting chapter to his stellar discography.
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Young Buck is going through the pain of losing his best friend
Death is always tough to deal with no matter the person. Turns out former G-Unit member Young Buck is going through the emotions following the loss of his best friend.
Death is always tough to deal with no matter the person. Turns out former G-Unit member Young Buck is going through the emotions following the loss of his best friend.
Young Buck announces the passing of his best friend Jelly
Buck Marley relied on the power of social media to talk about what he’s currently going through. YB revealed his disbelief in dealing with the seemingly unexpected passing.
“Dam Bro💔💔💔💔💔😥😥😥!!!!!! Just Can’t Believe My Bestfriend Gone!!! Whenever U Seen Me…. U Seen #Jelly!! Man all the good and bad times we had together. All U Wanted Was For Me To WIN‼️Nobody Ever Had My Back Like U Bro😥😥😥!!! I’m A Always Keep Your Name Alive Bro!! Just Know We Got Your Moms So Don’t Worry. CASHVILLE Will Forever Miss U Bro!!! Until We Meet Again Bro…. REST IN PEACE #Jelly 🙏🏾🙏🏾!!! Love Ya Cuzz💙💙💙💙💙💙”
Moneybagg Yo celebrates his born day with money to 'Blow' on his new song
Memphis rapper Moneybagg Yo is making sure today is bigger than just his born day. The hip-hop heavyweight has come through with his new ‘Blow’ anthem for the masses.
Memphis rapper Moneybagg Yo is making sure today is bigger than just his born day. The hip-hop heavyweight has come through with his new ‘Blow’ anthem for the masses.
Moneybagg Yo’s ‘Blow’ anthem comes on his birthday
From the witty wordplay to the hard bars, there’s no shortcuts when it comes to a Moneybagg verse being light or forgettable. Staying busy-busy, Yo finds the time to come through on his newest audio gem.
Today, Multi-Platinum Memphis superstar, Moneybagg Younleashes his anthemic new single “Blow.” Relentless and unfiltered, the track displays the skill and the gravity that has made Moneybagg Yo one of raps most instantly recognizable voices — and one of its most colorful, acrobatic MCs. With this release, Bagg is featured on New Music Daily on Apple Music. Listen to the track HERE via CMG/N-Less/Interscope Records.
Where Moneybagg Yo has, in the past, drawn compelling tension between trauma and consumption, on “Blow” he smartly blurs the line between the two. The song’s cleverest turn is that it seems to apply the same scrutiny to human beings that one would use to suss out a fake Rolex. “Hard to sort out all the fake from the real,” he raps over punishing drums. “Gotta look at this shit for what it is.”
This year Moneybagg Yo has kept himself busier than ever. The rapper has been nominated for Billboard Music and iHeartRadio Awards, received acclaim from publications like Pitchfork, Forbes and the New York Times, and collaborated with A-list stars like Kanye West, 2 Chainz, and YG — with whom he recently performed on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. Moneybagg Yo has also established himself as a supreme scout and developer of talent: His artist BIG30 was recently tapped as part of XXL’s latest Freshman Class. Most recently he appeared on the CMG compilation Gangsta Art – a collaborative album with his labelmates. One of his songs from that album, “Big League,” which features CMG CEO Yo Gotti, Mozzy, and Lil Poppa was chosen as the official song of the 2022 NBA Finals. Prior to that, his most recent solo album, 2021’s No. 1 critically acclaimed A Gangsta’s Pain, was certified Gold.
Here's 4 solid Moneybagg Yo quotes from his Apple Music 1 Q&A
Memphis rapper Moneybagg Yo has a lot to say these days so of course he’s pulling through to Apple Music 1 to dish out. The hip-hop heavyweight chops it up with Zane Lowe to talk everything from his new ‘Blow’ single to staying motivated.
Memphis rapper Moneybagg Yo has a lot to say these days so of course he’s pulling through to Apple Music 1 to dish out. The hip-hop heavyweight chops it up with Zane Lowe to talk everything from his new ‘Blow’ single to staying motivated.
The conversation goes deep so to save time and effort, let’s just go with four key quotes and make sure to check out ‘The Zane Lowe Show’ on Apple Music 1 for the full chop up session.
1. Moneybagg Yo Tells Apple Music About New Single “Blow”…
The vibe… it was just a party, birthday club vibe. I made it probably a month ago but then I was making it intentionally for my birthday, you know what I’m saying? Just trying to put out a birthday song, do a record.
2. Moneybagg Yo Tells Apple Music About Getting Better With Time and Staying Motivated...
I feel like I’m just getting better and better with time, still hustling, still saying consistent and motivated at the same time. I feel like there’s just more to come… this just the beginning. Y'all gonna see a lot more of this because I feel like I ain’t dropped in a little minute.
3. Moneybagg Yo Tells Apple Music About Preparing To Follow Up His Breakout Album ‘A Gangsta’s Pain’…
It’s been like a year and three months I ain’t dropped, but I’m just putting out songs, little 3-packs, 2-packs…you still get butterflies sometimes. Just drilling and rushing and everything. It just be a little much, a little crazy… but I can handle it I got it.
4. Moneybagg Yo Tells Apple Music He’s Dropping Another Song Next Week With a Feature...
I got another surprise for y’all in another week, I’m dropping another one. This one got a feature on it.
Yo Gotti and GloRilla have joined forces with huge CMG signing
It’s all about leveling up for GloRilla in 2022. With new music dropping and co-signs growing, the hip-hop artist has secured a major deal with Memphis rap legend Yo Gotti and his CMG record company.
It’s all about leveling up for GloRilla in 2022. With new music dropping and co-signs growing, the hip-hop artist has secured a major deal with Memphis rap legend Yo Gotti and his CMG record company.
Yo Gotti and GloRilla have joined forces
Details are just now emerging and reveal Gotti didn’t waste any time making Glo an official part of the team. The partnership now gives her support from both Yo’s label and the iconic Interscope Records.
Today, multiplatinum musician, entrepreneur and record executive, Yo Gotti announces his signing of the most-sought after emerging artist in the industry, GloRilla --off the heels of her smash Billboard Hot 100 anthem “FNF (Let’s Go).”
Since releasing “FNF” in late-April, GloRilla has taken the music industry by storm, as the song sparked the viral #FNFChallenge on TikTok while the music video generated over 22 million views (and counting) since its release in late-April. By signing the scorching star to his esteemed CMG record label in partnership with Interscope Records, Gotti is adding more firepower to CMG’s loaded roster while further showcasing the label’s versatility.
Yo Gotti and GloRilla speak on the huge partnership
It didn’t take long before both Yo and Flo finally broke their silence to dish on their new business relationship. Gotti talked about the rising rap star’s overnight success.
GloRilla is a natural born star – she has a different sound and approach that’s needed in hip-hop right now,” Gotti said. “It’s one of the quickest rises that I’ve seen in my career because she only dropped in late-April and now she has the hottest cultural records in music. Glo is hungry for success and determined to win. We look forward to watching her grow as an artist and reach her full potential.”
Glo’s buzz has only grown stronger courtesy of co-signs from Cardi B, Saweetie and Latto. She even teamed up with Duke Deuce for their ‘Crunk Ain’t Dead’ anthem. So of course she had to speak on catching a major break.
“I’ve put in years of hard work to get this point and I’m blessed to sign with the hottest label in music with CMG,” GloRilla said. “I manifested this moment and trusted my talent even when others didn’t. I’m grateful for Gotti for believing in me and I’m not gonna let up. Trust that I have more new heat on the way.”
The CMG conglomerate keeps growing
Just keeping it 100? CMG is stacked with heavyweights. Everyone from Memphis’ own Moneybagg Yo to EST Gee have found success at the growing enterprise.
The announcement comes shortly after CMG was featured on the cover of Billboard and crowned as “The Hardest-Working Label in Hip-Hop.” Signing GloRilla merely fortifies CMG’s loaded roster that includes Moneybagg Yo, 42 Dugg, EST Gee, Mozzy, Blac Youngsta, Blocboy JB, Lil Poppa, Big Boogie, Lehla Samia and 10Percent.
Through the first six months of 2022, CMG has expanded exponentially. In recent months, Gotti signed his first R&B artist in Lehla Samia, inked Jacksonville hip-hop artist Lil Poppa, brought on up-and-comer 10Percent and announced that Mozzy joined the label at the acclaimed, CMG Press Conference in February.
Most recently, Gotti’s CMG collaboration with Moneybagg Yo, Mozzy and Lil Poppa on “Big League” was recently tapped as the official song of the 2022 NBA Finals between the Golden State Warriors and the Boston Celtics.
Moneybagg Yo + Ari Fletcher Are Going Nearly Vegan
Memphis rapper Moneybagg Yo and Ari Fletcher are going to add a wild twist to their food porn for the next 30 days. The hip-hop pair have announced plans to switch up their diets and go on a near-completely vegan diet with fall in full swing.
Memphis rapper Moneybagg Yo and Ari Fletcher are going to add a wild twist to their food porn for the next 30 days. The hip-hop pair have announced plans to switch up their diets and go on a near-completely vegan diet with fall in full swing.
Moneybagg Yo + Ari Fletcher Are Going Nearly Vegan
It all started with Ari going to her Twitter page to reveal her plans to completely switch up her eating habits. In addition to falling back from traditional animal-based cuisine, she also restricted other types of tasty foods.
“30 days of meat, nothing fried, no pasta, no bread. Only fish/shrimp, veggies, brown rice, fruit and water. PRAY FOR ME.”
Fortunately, she won’t take this journey on her own. Fletcher’s ride or die boyfriend Moneybagg Yo is riding with her.
“Ima do it wit u, pray for us”
Rihanna Follows JAY-Z’s Vegan Blueprint
Earlier in the year, R&B superstar Rihanna made a major business move in the vegan industry. The Barbados native has reportedly taken a page from JAY-Z's book and further invested in a growing Black-owned company.
Vegan food brand Partake has raised almost $5 million from donors. This is Rihanna’s first investment that isn’t a personal venture, and it seems she’s done it by pitching some major funds to the company. Many other big stars have invested in the company as well, including Hov.
The allergy-friendly food brand closed a $4.8 million series A funding round in late December, led by investors including Rihanna (her first investment beyond personal ventures), Kevin Johnson’s Black Capital, Seattle Seahawks’ Bobby Wagner, Black Star Fund, Once Upon a Farm CEO John Foraker, CircleUp Growth Partners, FF2032 and Marcy Venture Partners. More than 50% of Partake Foods’ total $7.5 million in funding has come from Black investors such as Jay-Z’s VC fund, Marcy Venture Partners, and Grammy Award-winning singer H.E.R. (Forbes)
NLE Choppa Is Living A Healthy Lifestyle Too
Rap newcomer NLE Choppa isn't thinking twice about trying a vegan option at a local fast food spot. The hip-hop star has singled out some of the biggest spots ranging from McDonald's to Taco Bell over the iconic brands' determination to offer vegan options for customers.
Choppa went to his social media pages and didn’t mince words. The hip-hop heavyweight shunned the fast food places for trying to dig into vegan consumers’ pockets and encouraged those types of customers to seek out alternative options.
“McDonalds, Burger King, And Taco Bell Yall foul for trying to make vegan food. Do not eat that sh*t find a great vegan spot near you, not a commercial fast food place, or get groceries and cook it yourself, also grow your own food to cook. Love y’all 💜” -NLE Choppa’s Twitter
Summer Walker’s Vegan PSA
In summer 2018, R&B crooner Summer Walker admitted she had dealt with an uphill battle going vegan. She made a desperate plea on social media in an effort to resist going back to the opposite of plant-based food.
“PSA. I need a vegan chef who is like literally amazing in LA and I need them to come save me and rescue me because I’m about to give up on my vegan journey. It’s nasty as h*ll, it’s disgusting, it’s miserable. I don’t know who lied to y’all and said it’s good because it’s not. And if somebody doesn’t give me a vegan meal that is properly seasoned and tastes delicious, I’m just gonna be a fat, chicken-eating, grease-slurping – I don’t want, we don’t need to talk about it, I don’t want to go there. Somebody please tag them. LA vegan chef. Please Lord, help me, save me.”