Yesterday, Billboard's Hot 100 chart updated and revealed that Drake and Future's latest collab, "Life Is Good", debuted at No. 2, sitting beneath Roddy Ricch's "The Box". Even if it didn't clench the top spot, "Life Is Good" marks Drake's 207th Hot 100 entry, which ties him for most entries with none other than... The Glee Cast. It's pretty hilarious that such an impressive record is held by a show that was only around for six seasons, rather than by The Beatles or something, but it seems very likely that Drake will be able to surpass The Glee Cast. DJ Khaled has hinted that he could be partially responsible for securing this achievement for Drake. 

Drake's official fansite, Word On Road, posted the news that Drake tied The Glee Cast's record on Instagram and Khaled popped up in the comments with the simple message: "Stay tuned". While pretty much anything Drake drops is guaranteed to appear on the Hot 100, DJ Khaled and Drake have a history of making hits. Look back to "I'm On One", "No New Friends" and "For Free". 

It's always a good day to rank an artist's discography for no reason. There didn't seem to be anything specific that prompted Lil Yachty to list his favorite Drake projects on Tuesday (Jan. 21), but he went for it anyway. The Atlanta rapper took to Twitter to share "My drake list in order from best to least best imo", which looks like this: 

1. Take Care
2. Views
3. Nothing Was The Same
4. What A Time To Be Alive
5. Thank Me Later
6. If You're Reading This It's Too Late
7. More Life
8. Scorpion 

Before we get heated over his picks, let's remember Lil Boat is entitled to his opinion, as we all are. While arguments for other albums can be made, Take Care in the top spot is a fairly uncontroversial opinion. What has people up in arms is Yachty's placement of More Life. The top replies under his tweet read: "You really sleeping on more life like that", "More Life is 1", "More Life heavily slept on". Evidently, fans dug Drake's 2017 playlist. Yachty was also accused of not paying proper respect to Drizzy's latest release, Scorpion.

How you feel about this ranking? What would your own look like? Also, do you think WATTBA should qualify? Let us know in the comments. You could also participate in Yachty's own poll that he posted on Twitter, but he narrowed it down to four albums. 

The art of fast rap goes by many names, be it "double-time flow" or the more condescending "rappity-rap." A far cry from the formative flows of hip-hop's birth in 1973. In the years that followed, artists like Jaz-O, Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, Busta Rhymes, and Twista began experimenting with their tempo, developing a style built on speed and stamina. In recent years, Tech N9ne and Eminem have implemented double-time into their arsenal, likewise have Tory Lanez and Joyner Lucas, who recently reached hyperspeed on a remix of DaBaby's "Suge." In truth, many technicians have tried their hand but only one has left The Game awestruck. 

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It’s basically a given that Eminem will debut on top of the Billboard 200 next week when his stats have been calculated, dethroning Selena Gomez after she officially defeated Roddy Ricch to earn her first No. 1 album of the new decade. In a year that feels like it will be historic in terms of music drops, surprises, and general quality sounds, Marshall Mathers started us off by dropping Music To Be Murdered By out of absolutely nowhere. Despite 50 Cent’s warnings, nobody was expecting Slim Shady to impact us the way he did at the end of last week and, if you’ve been feeling the album for the last few days, you can now cash out on some branded merchandise to show your support.

Packaged alongside a copy of the digital album (gotta pad those pure unit numbers, nahmean?), Music To Be Murdered By officially has its own merch capsule on Eminem’s webshop.  The project is available to be purchased in vinyl, cassette, and disk form, with hoodies, long sleeve shirts, and t-shirts being offered featuring the cover art and other designs attached to them. Items are reasonably priced with tees going for $30, long sleeves at $35, and hoodies at $55. Keep in mind that products listed on the site are pre-orders and will only be shipped out in a few weeks.

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Roddy Ricch is having a very fortuitous 2020. The 21-year-old Compton rapper made a case for his talent when his breakout single, "The Box," prevented Justin Bieber's "Yummy" from topping the charts earlier this month. Following Bieber's attempts and subsequent failure to debut "Yummy" at No. 1 in a panic, Bieber's ex Selena Gomez mirrored his public pleas for streams when Roddy's debut album, Please Excuse Me For Being Antisocial, posed a threat to Selena's album, Rare, debuting at No. 1. While Selena may have ultimately achieved what she set out to, it wasn't without having to resort to desperately begging fans to help her get there, all because Roddy Ricch proved to be more powerful than either of these pop stars could have ever predicted. Now, Roddy has further solidified himself as a force to be reckoned with, as "The Box" spends a second consecutive week at No. 1 on the Hot 100 Charts.

Ballplayers want to be rappers and rappers want to be ballplayers. It’s an age-old adage. The NBA has long been a core piece of hip-hop culture – from Allen Iverson heralding a new era of emphatic urban style to rappers being fanatical about basketball sneakers. And of course, rap songs are often laden with references to the game’s most iconic players.

“Which park are y’all playing basketball/Get me on the court and I’m trouble/Last week fucked around and got a triple double/Freaking niggas every way like MJ/I can’t believe today was a good day” – Ice Cube

“Real quick, real sick, raw nights, I perform like Mike/Anyone—Tyson, Jordan, Jackson, action, pack guns” – Biggie

“But I’m limitless mentally, I’m lyrically ZMT/Lebron shit, I was in that 6 after 23” – Wale

“Went from most hated to the champion god flow/I guess that’s a feeling only me and LeBron know” – Kanye

NBA stars have attempted to crossover into rap with great regularity. Shaquille O’Neal dropped four studio albums (although he’s not quite as dominant in the booth as he is on the block) and Ron Artest even started a record label. And whether its Stephon Marbury in Big Pun’s “Whatcha Gone Do” video or LeBron popping up in Jay-Z’s “D.O.A” visual or, let’s not forget, Ray Allen’s unforgettable cameo in Public Enemy’s “He Got Game,” Ballers haven’t ever been shy about popping up in rap videos. MC’s are mainstays at NBA games; if you turn on a Hawks game, you’ll often see Gucci Mane sitting court-side or Ice Cube on the hardwood at Laker games. Given all the crossover and cultural importance these two share, I thought it was only right to draw some comparisons.

Trae Young (DaBaby)

New on the scene but with an adept game and a lot of swag. Their moves on the court/stage get the crowd going. Both are more than willing to provide a good assist. DaBaby with a host of saucy features, including Megan Thee Stallion‘s “Cash Shit” and Quality Control‘s “Baby.” Trae with the frequent no-look pass or alley-oop. Young Ice is Top 5 in the NBA in scoring and assists. Neither’s success has come without hate. People criticize DaBaby over his singular method of flow. But those nay-sayers may be missing the actual bars he’s spitting. Like, are you even listening? Not to mention he’s got a chart-topping album. The same goes for Trae. People talk about the Hawks record but overlook the fact he a). Has 0 help and b). Is putting up historic numbers for an NBA sophomore.

Anthony Davis (Meek Mill)

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It always seemed like one thing after the other for these two. Nick-nack injuries, an incompetent General Manager – probation, legal fight after legal fight, beef. Neither could ever quite seem to get over the hump but now they are in significantly better situations. Davis is a Los Angeles Laker; running flank to LeBron James. Meek has rebounded from being the target of maybe the biggest hit diss record ever and has been released from prison. With monkeys off their back, Davis is vying for a title this season and Meek is eyeing his first Grammy for Album of the Year. These two have the potential to be the best in the game. Before his coup to exit New Orleans, Davis was pegged as next in line to take over the league while Meek was pinned the new Jay-Z. They have the talent but questions still remain about whether they can elevate their game even more to reach their potential.

Luka Doncic (YBN Cordae)

Young but polished. These guys both burst onto the scene looking to compete immediately with absolutely no fear – I’m sure to the surprise of many. Cordae’s delivery as velvety and fluid as Luka’s step-back jumper. Each has his eye on running the game for years to come. they’re also not afraid to go at the neck of an all-time great. YBN responded to J. Cole’s “1985” while Luka has dropped a 30-point triple-double on LeBron’s head top. Bright futures await this pair. Both will be hoisting trophies in the years to come. 

Damian Lillard (Dame DOLLA)

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There’s not a better comparison for Damian Lillard on the court than Damian Lillard in the booth. He plays the way he raps. Even keel. Consistent. Sharp. And they’ve been underrated for a long time. Another similarity, they both need to get out of Portland! Neither is willing to back down from a challenge. Damian went nose to nose with Russell Westbrook who barked and barked at him during the first round playoff series – sending OKC home with an elimination-game buzzer-beater. Dame DOLLA is no stranger to beef wither. He’s battled rapped the likes of Marvin Bagley III and Shaq, taking home victories in both bouts. 

James Harden (Travis Scott)

Their numbers are as gaudy as their eye for attention-grabbing ensembles and jewelry. To go along with their creative fashion choices, each posts flashy numbers. Stats tell you they’re two of the best in their individual games. But success hasn’t just come on a silver platter. Harden began his career as a 6th man, coming off the bench in OKC. Then transformed in the virtually unstoppable scoring machine we see today. As shown in his recent documentary, Travis had a steep climb up the mountain as well. A video that went viral shows Scott performing for a few dozen people in 2013. Compare that to La Flame selling out the AstroWorld festival just 6 years later. Harden went from 6th man of the year in 2012 to NBA MVP in 2018. An equally impressive rise. 

Jimmy Butler (Pusha T)

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These two do so much for their team. Jimmy is Mr. Everything for Miami while Pusha T is the President of GOOD music with the second most releases under the label. Neither puts up the splashy numbers but they’re incredibly effective in big moments. While their stats won’t jump off the page, they consistently deliver. Both are winners. Put them up against anybody rapping or hooping and they have the ability to come out on top. Of course this pair is not afraid of a little beef. Pusha and Jimmy have regularly had spats with peers. Butler can trash-talk with the best of them while Pusha diss records are the stuff of legend. 

Nikola Jokic (Jack Harlow)

At first glance and maybe even second, most people wouldn’t recognize them on a city block. But these two are erudite in their craft at the highest level. Harlow and Jokic can hold their own against some of the best in the game. In the basketball community, Jokic gets mad love but the casual fan may not fully appreciate his ability. The same could go for Harlow who isn’t as well known as he should be. 

LeBron James (Drake)

The numbers say they’re the best ever, but both have their doubters. Harshly criticized by the general public each just keeps on compiling milestone after milestone. Drake and LeBron have had their forgettable moments that amount to tiny stains on Rushmore resumes. The fact is, you can’t tell the story of hip-hop without Drake and you can’t tell the story of the NBA without LeBron James. The pair have single-handedly changed the culture of their respective industries. LeBron ushered in positionless basketball while Drake took the role of rapper-singer to new heights. Label them, all-around players, because of their versatility. Lebron can do just about everything on both ends of the court, while Drake can rap, sing, act, do comedy. Hell, I’m not sure if there’s anything this guy can’t do. To top the comparison off they are both chasing legacies many feel are untouchable no matter what they do (Jay-Z & Michael Jeffery Jordan).

Kawhi Leonard (Kendrick Lamar)

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Both L.A. guys. Both don’t quite get the recognition they deserve but are arguably the best in the game. The only question left about them is, how much longer will the run continue. Mild-mannered and unassuming off the court or stage their performance has a mercurial nature about it. Oh, and they make greatness look effortless. Two defensive player of the year awards, two finals MVPs and two championships versus 37 Grammy nominations and 13 wins. All since 2013. They’ve got the hardware to back up an all-time resume. Each has accomplished a lot in a short period of time. Both had to pay their dues before having the breakout year that changed their careers.  

Giannis Antetokounmpo (J. Cole)

Giannis and Cole are humble superstars, true to their roots and the soil that bred them. Both possess a tremendous work ethic and the ability to make those around them better. Giannis is one of the only players in the NBA averaging more than 10 rebounds and 5 assists per game. Cole dished out plenty of assists on features in 2019, including some fire bars on Jay Rock’s “OSOM.” He’s even featured on what may be the Grammy winner for Song of the Year – 21 Savage’s hit, “A lot.” But don’t let the smile and even temperament fool you. If you push them far enough, they’ll get gully on you real quick. These stars are giving but they don’t have a problem shouldering a superstar’s burden. Giannis has been vocal about not wanting to team up with other marquee players in the league, rather wanting to beat them. Similarly, Cole had an album go platinum with NO FEATURES. 

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Kevin Durant (Wale)

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Some things just write themselves. There’s the obvious DMV connection. Both are constantly in their feelings, funny and candid on twitter. Seems like they’re always at war with themselves. Neither is afraid to speak their mind and go after their critics. Wale and Durant seem to search for the validation and praise they feel aren’t justly given. Wale has classic mixtapes but people say he doesn’t have a classic album while Durant has two rings but doubters say he rode the coattails of the Warriors big three for those. Durant left Oklahoma City for Golden State – Wale left Atlantic Records for Warner. Both are cemented in the eyes of some but personally feel there’s something left to be proven.  

Steph Curry (Young Thug)

Their Innovative styles changed the game. Curry virtually eliminated traditional centers and is single-handedly responsible for the rise of 30-foot chucks in the game. Few have influenced this era of rap like Young Thug; BBC named him the 21st Century’s most influential. Curry attracted KD to join him in Golden State. Thug attracted some of the game’s hottest new artists like Gunna and Lil Keed to YSL records, his label. Curry has kids everywhere emulating his style. Thug has kids everywhere dressing like him and rapping/singing auto-tuned.  

This article is sure to stir up some heated debate, but I SAID WHAT I SAID! Sound off in the comments with your opinion.

Things were a tad emotional at TV One’s annual Urban Honors awards in Washington, D.C. Missy "Misdemeanor" Elliott was given the Music Innovation Award, an honor that was presented to her by longtime friend Lil Kim. It was a tender moment on stage as Missy took a moment to thank Kim for being family to her for all of these decades.

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“First I want to thank Lil Kim cause... It’s hard to find people in the industry that become like family," Missy began. "We’re beyond cameras, you know, getting in front of cameras and pretending that we are family. We are truly family. She’s been my sister for so long and I always have looked up to her because when I first seen her, you know, I always been a big girl. Kim had on the little swimsuits on and I was like, 'Oh, nah, I ain’t finna do that.’ Internet ain't out but I'll shut it down in the future if I pull that stunt.” The audience laughed as she continued, "But, you are a trailblazer and an innovator yourself and I want you to know that.”

She also made sure to give a shout out to Da Brat, noting that the former So So Def rapper was her "sister." Later on during her speech, Missy became choked up. "When I look back over my life," she said as she started to cry. The audience clapped and cheered her on and Lil Kim stood by her side and encouraged her to continue. "I was sick. I couldn't even hold a pen to write. And it was so much to say give up. But as I stand here with all of you, I thank you 'cause it's so much talent in this room." Watch her emotional speech in full below.

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DaBaby wasn’t the only one previewing new music on social media on Tuesday (January 21). Megan Thee Stallion’s ass-ets grabbed attention once again on Instagram after she twerked her way through her unboxing video of Beyoncé Ivy Park x Adidas collection. The Fever rapper was more than thrilled to receive her new threads from Bey, but after sharing the clip, she reminded her fans that her new single “B.I.T.C.H.” will hit the streets on Friday.

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Judging by the image that Megan uploaded on the ‘Gram, her alter egos will come face-to-face as Tina Snow and Suga are seen together in a vehicle. In another post, Megan posed in her new Ivy Park ‘fit while an unreleased song played in the background. “I love n*ggas with conversation / That find the cl*t with no navigation / Mandatory that I get the head / But no guarantees on the penetration / I be textin’ with a bi chick / We both freaky just tryin’ sh*t / Main n*ggas being super jealous / He don’t even know about the other fellas,” she raps.

Megan added in a caption, “I BE RAPPING MY MF ASS OFF ??. I cant wait for y’all to hear this new sh*t! #ivypark.” You won’t see any twerking here, but press play below and let us know if you’re feeling this new track by Megan Thee Stallion.

Often, new artists seek co-signs from their fellow rising rappers, but a nod from a veteran can be a career-changing move. For this latest episode of The Cosign, Genius flips the script as Tenneessee newcomer NLE Choppa peruses through a few southern classics and shares whether or not he’d sign off on these hits.

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“As a kid I used to watch a lotta artists like Lil Wayne,” the Cottonwood artist said. “I used to like Rick Ross videos. Rick Ross videos used to be like, super bossed up. I liked Juvenile videos ’cause like, he had the females and stuff in it. It’s all about who rappin’, how they voice is, do they got that real down south voice. Down south voice is just different. You never know what you gon’ get.“

First up was Outkast’s 2000 hit “B.O.B.” and it was obvious that Choppa was feeling that one. He said he grew up listening to “Ms. Jackson” and that “B.O.B.” was a track that “goes hard.” Choppa wasn’t as familiar with Mike Jones’s “Still Tippin” with Paul Wall and Slim Thug, but he admitted he was two-years-old when the song was released.

Check out what else he had to say about “Boom I Got Your Boyfriend” by Ms. Luscious (1990), “Bird Walk” by Soulja Boy (2008), “Sippin On Some Sizzurp” by Three Six Mafia (2000), “Choppa Style” by Choppa (2002), and more below.

Justin Bieber‘s begging couldn’t help him secure the Billboard 200 chart No. 1 spot over Roddy Ricch, but it looks like Selena Gomez’s public pleas worked. It was revealed on Tuesday (January 21) that Gomez has secured her third consecutive No. 1 album with her recently released Rare. The project marked the first record Selena had released in four years, and it was important to the singer to see what she called her most important album to date top the charts.

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Of course, Roddy Ricch’s debut Please Excuse Me For Being Antisocial has been welcomed with open arms worldwide along with his single “The Box,” causing artists like Beiber and Gomez to repeatedly plead with their fans to stream their music. The “Yummy” singer gave detailed instructions on how fans could increase his streaming numbers while Gomez shared a photo of herself after purchasing numerous copies for her own record. She also shared a video explaining why it was important to her that Rare reach the No. 1 spot, a move that Joe Budden recently criticized her for. Roddy tweeted out to his fans, as well, telling them to stream Beiber and Gomez’s song and album, respectively.

Billboard noted that Rare came in at “112,000 equivalent album units earned” while PEMFBA lost it’s No. 1 spot and “falls one rung with 110,000 equivalent album units earned” for the week. Gomez couldn’t contain her excitement about the news on Instagram. “It’s officially out! I was a bit embarrassed asking so often for you to stream or buy my album,” she wrote. “It felt inauthentic. Thank YOU so much for making something so personal to me be a moment I’ll never forget. All I truly desire is for you all to enjoy the music and spread the love ???.”