Cardi B’s latest livestream quickly turned political after she returned from performing overseas and began comparing her experience abroad to life in the United States. The rapper spent several days in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, where she headlined the Soundstorm Festival from December 11th to 13th. While catching a break between shows, she went live on Instagram to reflect on her trip and immediately highlighted how much she enjoyed being there. “The people over here is hip, honey. They are very polite. They don’t look at you like you’re poor,” she said, describing the warm welcome she felt. She also raved about the costs of food and shopping, saying, “I like everything duty-free, tax-free, discount-free.” Cardi B sharing a video of how thankful she is and how peaceful it is being in Saudi Arabia pic.twitter.com/ld0T33XYnl — Bodega Baddie (@SunnyBanks_) December 13, 2025 Her tone shifted once she started talking about home. Cardi expressed frustration with the political environment and how she feels treated in the U.S. “I’m starting not to like America. America makes me pay taxes. The Vice President is talking sh*t about me on Twitter. I don’t feel real appreciated in America. Y’all need to convince me to come back,” she told viewers. Her criticism comes after years of speaking out against Donald Trump’s administration; following his return to office, she wrote, “We need a Hail Mary.” Her remarks sparked immediate reactions from Trump supporters online. As AllHipHop reported, one person responded, “Well, let me tell you, Cardi B is free to make her own choices, but if she doesn’t want to come back to the USA, that’s her loss! We’re focused on keeping America great and supporting our leaders like Vice President JD Vance. MAGA AmericaFirst.” Another commented, “No body cares if cardi b ever came back to America.” The timing of Cardi’s frustration is notable. Days earlier, Vice President J.D. Vance tweeted, “Nicki>Cardi,” shortly after Nicki Minaj publicly aligned herself with Trump on issues related to Christians in Nigeria. His post, combined with the ongoing rivalry, likely contributed to Cardi’s irritation and her comments about not feeling valued in the United States.

Carl Carlton, the Detroit-raised vocalist whose blend of R&B, soul, and funk left an unmistakable mark on music, has died at 72. His son, Carlton Hudgens II, shared the news in a Facebook post on Sunday, Dec. 14th, writing, “RIP Dad, Legend Carl Carlton, singer of ‘She’s a Bad Mama Jama.’ Long hard fight in life, and you will be missed.” Billboard has not yet independently verified the announcement. Born Carlton Hudgens, the singer reportedly suffered a stroke six years ago. Carlton began performing while still in grade school, adopting the name “Little Carl” Carlton and recording his earliest singles for Lando Records in 1964. Tracks like “I Think of How I Love Her,” “I Love True Love,” “So What,” and “Don’t You Need a Boy Like Me” established him locally, eventually leading to a move to Back Beat Records in 1968. Relocating to Houston to work closer to label founder Don Robey, Carlton scored his first charting single with “Competition Ain’t Nothing,” which reached No. 36 on Billboard’s R&B chart and became a staple within the U.K.’s Northern Soul movement. After graduating from Detroit’s Murray Wright High School, he earned national attention with “I Can Feel It” in 1971. When Back Beat was sold to ABC Records, the company released You Can’t Stop a Man in Love, an anthology of Carlton’s earlier work. His commercial breakthrough followed in 1974 with “Everlasting Love,” a shimmering, disco-infused remake that climbed to No. 6 on the Billboard Hot 100 and remains one of his most celebrated recordings. Carlton continued evolving through the late ’70s and early ’80s, eventually landing at 20th Century Records, where he released the track that would define his legacy: “She’s a Bad Mama Jama (She’s Built, She’s Stacked).” The Leon Haywood-penned funk hit peaked at No. 22 on the Billboard Hot 100 and No. 2 on the R&B chart, later earning Carlton a Grammy nomination for best R&B vocal performance, male. Its impact has echoed for decades, sampled by artists including Foxy Brown, Das EFX, BigXthaPlug, and Flo Milli.

50 Cent says he’s officially done with shading comedian and actor Marlon Wayans after the two traded social blows sparked by comments about his new Netflix docuseries, Sean Combs: The Reckoning. The tension ignited last week when Wayans appeared on Real 92.3’s The Cruz Show and weighed in on the four-part docuseries. The doc focuses on Sean “Diddy” Combs and the mounting allegations that led to his racketeering and sex trafficking trial. Combs was convicted in October on, and is currently serving a 50-month prison sentence. Wayans suggested Fif was “kicking a man when he’s down” and warned that karma could eventually come back around. Those comments didn’t sit well with the “Many Men” rapper, who responded by clowning Wayans on social media. Both 50 Cent and Wayans posted jokes aimed at each other on Instagram. Ja Rule even jumped into the mix, claiming he was 50’s “karma,” adding another layer of their never-ending beef. On Friday, 50 Cent appeared to put an end to it. He posted a short video that mashed up Friday characters with Wayans’ face as Red and his own replacing Deebo.  “I’m not beefing with Marlon no more, he not funny, he wrote. “And I’m starting to think he took for real. No more about him.” In the same Cruz Show interview, Wayans also criticized The Reckoning for suggesting Diddy as a possible suspect in 2Pac’s murder, calling it an attempt to “create a narrative.” View this post on Instagram

Beauty specialist Isabella Grais, founder of the Beauty And Grais brand, publicly accused rapper O.T. Genasis, real name Odis Oliver Flores, of assault in a Dec. 14 Instagram post describing an alleged encounter at Miami’s Vendome nightclub. In the post, Grais shared a Getty Images photo showing the “Coco” hitmaker courtside and alleged the incident occurred while she was celebrating her best friend’s 25th birthday. Grais wrote that “a man named Otgenasis approached me while I was out celebrating my best friend’s 25th birthday” and began flirting while she was on the phone. View this post on Instagram According to Grais, she attempted to defuse the situation. “I tried to remain polite and avoid conflict,” she wrote, but said the interaction “quickly became uncomfortable and inappropriate.” Grais further alleged that the Long Beach rapper shared “unsolicited and disturbing details about his past, including selling crack,” which heightened her discomfort. Grais said the encounter escalated after she rejected his advances. “When I firmly told him to leave me alone and get away from me, he spit in my face,” she wrote. She emphasized that the act was deliberate, adding, “This was not a misunderstanding. It was intentional, humiliating, and violating.” She stated the incident left her emotionally shaken. “I was left in tears and felt completely unsafe,” Grais wrote, adding that witnesses nearby later identified the man and provided his name. In her caption, Grais framed the allegation as a broader statement about personal boundaries and safety. “No one should ever be treated this way,” she wrote. “I did not go out to be harassed or assaulted. I went out to celebrate my friend.” She said the experience “ruined the night” and continued to affect her afterward. Isabella Grais Alleges O.T. Genasis Assaulted Her Inside Miami’s Vendome Nightclub Grais concluded the post by stating, “What happened to me should never happen to anyone else,” while tagging both @otgenasis and @vendome.miami. She did not indicate whether she had filed a police report or sought legal counsel. As of publication, O.T. Genasis has not publicly responded to the allegations. Vendome Nightclub, where Grais says the incident occurred, has also not issued a statement. The post prompted extensive public reaction in the comments section. Some users expressed support, with one writing, “This is insane and completely humiliating. I’m so sorry that happened to you.” Another commented, “Assaulting a woman because you got rejected is wild.” Other commenters questioned Grais’s decision to disclose the allegation on social media. Responses included, “You told IG and not the police?” and accusations that the post was made “for clout.” Additional users pushed back on that criticism, citing barriers victims often face when reporting alleged assaults. At this time, Grais’ statements remain allegations. No police report, criminal complaint, or civil filing has been publicly confirmed, and no legal proceedings involving Grais or O.T. Genasis have been announced.

Popular streamer PlaqueBoyMax scores a date with former WNBA star Liz Cambage after beating her in a one-on-one basketball game. A viral clip circulating across social media over the weekend framed the streamer as having staged a dramatic comeback victory over the basketball star. Max’s victory results in a date with Cambage, and she gets a tattoo of his choosing. PlaqueBoyMax (5’8”) earns a date with former WNBA star Liz Cambage (6’9”) after defeating her in a one-on-one matchup—and as part of the deal, she also has to get a tattoo he requested following the loss. pic.twitter.com/DswKbUiuBU — Raphouse TV (RHTV) (@raphousetv7) December 14, 2025 Cambage entered the matchup with a résumé that still commands respect. During her WNBA career, she stood as one of the league’s most physically imposing centers. A four-time All-Star, Cambage set a league record with a 53-point performance for the Dallas Wings in 2018, showcasing rare scoring touch, size, and range. Her professional journey, however, proved turbulent. Drafted in 2011, Cambage played for the Dallas Wings, Las Vegas Aces, and Los Angeles Sparks. PlaqueBoyMax Beats Former WNBA Star Liz Cambage In Basketball, Wins Date & Tattoo Her WNBA tenure ended in 2022 amid public disputes, mental health challenges, and clashes with team environments. She later prioritized overseas opportunities, where salaries often eclipsed WNBA contracts. In the opening game, Cambage controlled the pace as PlaqueBoyMax lagged at eight points. Cambage had a clear chance to close the game but missed a decisive shot. The miss shifted momentum. PlaqueBoyMax caught fire, scoring in quick bursts to force a 14–14 tie. Both players then agreed to finish by two points instead of a straight race to 15. PlaqueBoyMax reached 15 first but failed to close. Cambage regained control and finished the game 16–14, steady under pressure. PlaqueBoyMax immediately called for a rematch. He raised the stakes with a double-or-nothing game to 21. Cambage accepted without hesitation. The second game mirrored the first. Neither competitor created real separation. PlaqueBoyMax briefly led 17–16, then again at 20–18, but could not convert match point. Cambage tied the game at 20–20. With the rules shifted to next basket wins, both players missed potential game-winners. PlaqueBoyMax drew a foul on his attempt and converted the final opportunity, winning 21–20. The viral clip flattened the story into a single result. The full run revealed balance, tension, and razor-thin margins. What unfolded was not an upset myth, but a competitive exchange defined by execution and timing.

BigXThaPlug achieves another career milestone. The Texas-born rapper and singer has signed a global publishing deal with Sony Music Publishing, highlighting his fast-rising influence across hip-hop and beyond. View this post on Instagram Born Xavier Landum, BigXThaPlug has built momentum through storytelling rooted in Southern realism and emotional precision. His music reflects lived experience, regional pride, and ambition without polish or pretense. The Dallas native first broke through with Amar in 2023. The album introduced his raw cadence and grounded perspective. He followed quickly with Take Care in 2024, sharpening his sound and widening his audience. Commercial success arrived just as fast. Texas and Levels both earned double-platinum certifications. Mmhmm reached triple-platinum status. The Largest followed with platinum recognition. That foundation set the stage for his crossover moment. I Hope You’re Happy, released in August, pushed BigXThaPlug into new cultural territory while keeping his identity intact. The album peaked at No. 2 on Billboard’s Top Rap Albums and Top Country Albums charts. It also climbed to No. 7 on the Billboard 200. Guest appearances amplified its reach. Collaborators included Luke Combs, Ella Langley, Thomas Rhett, Jelly Roll, and Shaboozey. Each pairing expanded his footprint without diluting his voice. BigXThaPlug Signs With Sony Music Publishing The project’s defining single, All The Way with Bailey Zimmerman, delivered a historic chart moment. The track reached No. 5 on the Billboard Hot 100. It also became the first song to lead both Hot Rap Songs and Hot Country Songs simultaneously. The achievement cemented BigXThaPlug’s genre-bridging appeal. In late November, he surprised fans again. He released Cold with Post Malone as part of the album’s deluxe edition. The collaboration sparked immediate online buzz. Speaking on the publishing deal, BigXThaPlug said Sony Music Publishing understands his vision. He emphasized shared belief and long-term growth. Onstage, his presence continues to grow. He is preparing for the Take Care Tour across the United States and Canada. His live résumé already includes Rolling Loud and Dreamville Fest. International festival appearances span Wireless, Openair, Slottsfjell, and Lollapalooza Berlin. Industry recognition has followed closely. Billboard named him Country Power Players Innovator. Variety honored him as Hip-Hop Disruptor of the Year. Drake brought out BigXThaPlug for his headlining set at London’s Wireless Festival. Additional honors include Amazon Music’s Breakthrough Hip-Hop Artist and a BMI award for Mmhmm. With a global publishing deal now in place, BigXThaPlug’s rise feels deliberate, grounded, and far from finished.

R&B singer Trey Songz, legally known as Tremaine Neverson, was arrested in Manhattan following two alleged early-morning incidents that prosecutors say involved an assault at Mira, a Times Square nightclub, and property damage at a separate venue, according to New York court filings. View this post on Instagram Neverson was taken into custody after an alleged altercation at Dramma Night Club in the Times Square area on Dec. 4. Prosecutors contend the incident occurred at approximately 4:25 a.m. when venue staff informed Neverson that the club was closing. According to the criminal complaint, the interaction escalated into a confrontation. Prosecutors allege Neverson struck a nightclub employee in the face, causing swelling and pain. He was charged with third-degree assault, a misdemeanor under New York Penal Law. Court records show Neverson later became involved in a separate incident that same morning at Mira, a Manhattan restaurant and hookah lounge. Prosecutors allege that property was damaged during that encounter, leading to a second-degree criminal mischief charge. Trey Songz Arrested After Alleged Assault In Manhattan’s Mira Nightclub Authorities estimate the alleged damage at Mira totaled approximately $1,500. Items listed in the filings include hookahs, DJ equipment, and furniture. Under New York law, second-degree criminal mischief may be charged as a felony when damage exceeds a statutory threshold. Neverson, 41, appeared Sunday in Manhattan Criminal Court for arraignment on both matters. The court addressed the assault charge tied to the nightclub incident and the criminal mischief charge related to the restaurant. A judge released Neverson pending further proceedings and imposed court-ordered conditions. The court also issued a temporary order of protection in favor of the alleged assault victim, according to prosecutors. Neverson’s attorney said in a statement that the singer is cooperating with the legal process and expects the facts to be developed through court proceedings. The defense also referenced a separate confrontation in which individuals allegedly attempted to surround Neverson, prompting intervention by his security team. Prosecutors have not publicly responded to that characterization beyond statements made during the arraignment. Law enforcement agencies likewise have not released additional details outside the courtroom record. Neverson did not comment publicly following the hearing, according to published reports. No independent witness statements have been released. The allegations remain unproven. The case will now proceed in Manhattan Criminal Court, where future filings and hearings will determine whether the charges are amended, dismissed, or advanced toward trial.

Bobby Shmurda’s weekend nightclub appearance in Minnesota took a volatile turn after a confrontation with a heckler erupted into a physical altercation, cutting his set short and igniting widespread conversation online. They get gave Bobby shmurda the beats in Minnesota He posted a story after the incident and you can see a few bumps on his forehead pic.twitter.com/Z7kZwltwQB — keep6ixsolid (@keep6ixsolid) December 14, 2025 The Brooklyn rapper was performing Saturday night at the MN Gold Room in Minneapolis when tensions flared inside the packed venue. Witnesses say a person in the crowd threw a bottle toward the stage while shouting an obscenity at Shmurda, disrupting the performance mid-set. The moment visibly upset the rapper, who paused to exchange heated words with the heckler. What began as a verbal exchange quickly escalated. Within seconds, several individuals rushed toward the stage area, triggering a chaotic brawl near Shmurda and his team. Footage circulating from inside the club shows frantic scenes of pushing and swinging as security attempted to regain control. Clubgoers scrambled for space while the disturbance rippled across the floor, briefly overwhelming staff. As the situation intensified, Shmurda moved toward the DJ booth, appearing shaken while trying to shield himself. Sources later told TMZ that the rapper used a chair defensively to keep aggressors at a distance while security worked to separate those involved. Police eventually arrived and escorted Shmurda out of the venue, guiding him safely to his vehicle. Authorities have not confirmed whether arrests were made, and no official statement has been released detailing the incident. Shortly after leaving the club, Shmurda addressed the moment on Instagram Stories. In a brief clip, he danced and told the camera, “You just fucked up the whole program,” projecting defiance despite the disruption. The Minneapolis incident echoes past turbulence at Shmurda’s live shows. In 2024, a performance at London’s Proud Cabaret ended abruptly following a clash involving his entourage and venue staff. That incident did not result in police involvement, and no serious injuries were reported. At this time, there are no reports of injuries stemming from the Minnesota altercation. Medical officials have not announced any treatments related to the brawl. View this post on Instagram Shmurda has not issued a formal public statement, but he continued posting online. In a later Instagram video, a security guard appeared holding a recovered pendant while Shmurda danced nearby wearing different jewelry. His caption referenced loyalty and movement, drawing mixed reactions from fans. Known for his raw energy and unpredictable presence, Bobby Shmurda remains a polarizing figure onstage. While his performances draw devoted crowds, moments of volatility continue to trail the momentum.

Chrisean Rock, who’s also the-again-off-again partner of rapper Blueface, was involved in a brawl at a Christmas parade in Compton.

During a recent episode of the Heir Time podcast, Reginae Carter revealed how she lost out on a collaboration with Disney. According to the 27-year-old, it was because of her “uncle” and Young Money president Mack Maine. Back in 2009, on a Young Money track, “EveryGirl In The World,” Mack Maine made a vulgar comment about former Disney star, Miley Cyrus. “Sanaa Lathan, Meagan Good/Angelina Jolie, ha, D. Woods,” Mack Maine raps on the track. “For free suites, I’d give Paris Hilton all-nighters/In about three years, holla at me, Miley Cyrus.”