One of pop culture’s most talked-about rumored romances just got another big hint online. Moreover, Summer Walker seemingly posted a screenshot of producer Jay Versace’s Instagram page with the caption “@jay get on my nerves lol.” However, what most fans noticed is that Lil Meech was in the corner of the screenshot, apparently on a FaceTime call with Summer. Not only that, but the R&B star quickly deleted the post and put up another story with the caption, “Oh wow I’m slow as f**k.” Given that Meech wrote that “Summer is [his],” people are even more prone to take any hint they can get that they’re together.

Still, Summer Walker has a lot to look forward to as far as upcoming releases, so she probably knows what she’s doing. During her performance at this year’s Dreamville Festival, she confirmed that her next project, the Clear 2: Soft Life EP, will release on May 19. While this is far from the first hint we’ve gotten of their potential fling, a new music release puts all that conversation into context. Still, nothing official as of yet, and maybe she wants us to listen to the EP for answers.

Summer Walker Seemingly FaceTimes With Lil Meech

Regardless, fans are incredibly excited for the 27-year-old’s first solo project since 2021’s album Still Over It. Unfortunately, Summer Walker’s personal journey also faced some hate online, but she brushed it off gracefully. “27 w 3 kids. Sounds like you rich in misery to me,” one user commented under her post celebrating her 27th birthday. “I would literally be SO sad if I ain’t have 3 kids right now,” the “Playing Games” singer clapped back. “Once I sign some more checks Ima have more.”

Meanwhile, Walker wasn’t the only half of this couple to celebrate a recent birthday. 50 Cent took to Instagram to congratulate Lil Meech on his 23rd. If this is all for show, then hats off to Summer Walker for a great promotional rollout. However, Meech’s enthusiasm suggests that there really is something deeper there, and fans want to know. On that note, come back to HNHH for the latest news and updates on Summer Walker and Lil Meech.

Kanye West hit up downtown Los Angeles on Thursday (April 27) to host auditions for models for his upcoming fashion show, Yeezy SZN 10. However, according to a TMZ report, this particular audition had a bit of a theme to it. Moreover, it seems like Ye sought out bald models in particular, and hopeful participants with shaved heads wore all black when they arrived. Furthermore, they lined up as early as 7 a.m., and some waited until 3 p.m. to receive an audience. Presumably, disheveled pictures of the rapper that surfaced on Friday (April 28) was likely taken from these sessions.

The reason for that is because Kanye apparently wore a shirt gifted to him by a disabled person who went to the audition. In more disheveled pictures, the person who presumably gifted him the shirt appears alongside him. Still, all these pieces of information add up to an unclear, albeit inclusive, vision for the next Yeezy show. Given all of the Chicago native’s public controversies and low profile, many wonder how it will even take shape and be disseminated in pop culture.

Kanye West Gearing Up For Yeezy SZN 10

Of course, it’s not like that turbulent path of backlash strayed Kanye West away from the fashion world. In fact, he recently popped out at the Fear Of God runway show along with his new wife Bianca Censori, and even jammed out to his music. It was actually quite an odd clip, capturing Kanye vibing out to his KIDS SEE GHOSTS track “Feel The Love.” That cut features Pusha T and project-length collaborator Kid Cudi, two names that the 45-year-old isn’t on the best terms with at the moment.

Meanwhile, fans can only wonder what kind of event, product, or statement the “Street Lights” artist will bring us next. Considering everything going on around him, going to Yeezy SZN 10 would be an act of morbid curiosity, hope, and partial nervousness. Also, Kim Kardashian recently blasted him for his “insane narrative” surrounding their divorce. While he once sought to expand his profile with every move, now it seems he must reclaim it with accountability. For when that day comes, return to HNHH for the latest on Kanye West.

Ye At The Auditions

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Snoop Dogg has released a new collaboration with an unexpected partner. GaryVee, who is credited as an artist on the song alongside Snoop, is a serial entrepreneur and internet marketing expert. The two have joined forces to release a new song titled “Please Take A Step Back.” Snoop Dogg is going to be featured in Gary’s new NFT collection. The song is intended to serve as a source of musical inspiration for the upcoming collection, as well as the theme for Gary’s well-known YouTube vlog series.

GaryVee had a lot to say about the project. “As a fan, Snoop has been a part of my life for 30 years. I could not communicate to you what 18-year-old Gary is feeling right now,” he said. “The idea of taking a step back has been something that’s been woven through my content for 15 years. Every time I say ‘patience’ in my content, that’s saying take a step back.” The artist went on to explain the importance of taking a moment to figure out who you are. “Every time I’m saying ‘be empathetic and care about the other person’, every time I’m saying ‘be self aware, know yourself,’” he continued. “What I’m really saying to people is take a step back, take a breath, take a beat, and figure out who the f*ck you are.”

Snoop and Gary Give Life Lessons

According to a press release for the song, it will also welcome participants to the 2nd annual VeeCon. The conference plays host to many programs with discussions about world business leaders. The conference will also host performances from “superstar” artists. The program will be held in Indianapolis in late May. It is unclear if Snoop plans to attend or perform. There will, however, be an animated video for the song. It is slated to drop on May 9th.

The lyrics on “Please Take a Step Back” may come off as a little bit corny to some. Others, however, may find it refreshing. On the track, Snoop raps about following your dreams, setting goals, and financial literacy. It isn’t exactly what you would expect, but you never know what’s going to happen in 2023. Oddly enough, because of the way that Snoop performs the lyrics, the message really gets across. At the midway point of the song, GaryVee has some words of inspiration that play as a sample. “Recognize that you can attack the world in a totally different way,” he says. “Because you were lucky enough to be born during this era.”

Quotable Lyrics:

Now take a few steps back back, adjust ya cap,
Integrate, calculate, ’bout to whip you into shape,
Re-invest in real estate,
And try to stack a hunnid different meals on ya plate,
Deals on ya plate,
Ha, yea it’s true that dreams become true,
If it happened for me, then it could happen for you

TDE artist Doechii has been enjoying her time in the spotlight this month. She’s already filled two of her weekends with iconic performances at Coachella. Those come after she teamed up with Kodak Black for “What It Is (Block Boy)” back in March. She was also honoured at the Billboard Women in Music Awards prior to that. Now she’s sat down with the outlet to discuss going viral and her friendship with labelmate SZA. We also got to hear some of her favourite slang words that she previously learned in her hometown of Tampa, Florida.

One of the 24-year-old’s picks was “Gitt,” which she described as “referring to a child or a friend.” She added, “You’ll just be like, ‘What’s up Gitt?’” Aside from that, she also frequently uses “Green AF.” During her interview, Doechii added, “Ok this is a Tampa thing. We used to say ‘Decka Like a Stecka’. That means like I’m really about that life, I’m that bitch, I’m that girl. Decka Like a Stecka, period!” She’s obviously well-versed in the Tampa tongue. Still, many others would be lost by the phrases without the “Persuasive” hitmaker’s explanations.

Doechii Discusses Florida Slang with Billboard

Elsewhere in their chat, Doechii markedly expressed gratitude for being TDE’s first female rap signee. She stands alongside male artists like Ab-Soul and Jay Rock. “It’s a huge responsibility because I know that after me there’s gonna be more female rappers that are a part of TDE. I just wanna make sure that I do everything so that the next girl feels comfortable doing everything,” the rising star expressed.

While she’s only given us one single so far in 2023, the year before was seriously stacked for Doechii. She shared singles like “Crazy” and “Bitch I’m Nice” before finally giving us her she / her / black bitch EP featuring Rico Nasty, Jst Ray, and SZA last August. After that, she debuted “Stressed” on A COLORS SHOW, receiving rave reviews from fans before eventually sharing the studio cut on DSPs just a few weeks later. Are you familiar with any other Floridian slang words? Share your favourites in the comments, and tap back in later for more pop culture news updates.

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The College Football Playoff was one of the most significant changes in college sports. However, the change by the NCAA has been seen as the greatest move by the league in recent memory. Before the playoff, the national championship game was decided by computers and numbers. Now the biggest game in college football is earned by the best teams winning their way to the game. However, now the chances of making the big game just got a little bit harder.

The NCAA has announced that the four-team playoff will soon be expanding to twelve. Fans longed for the opportunity to see a college playoff. Now the desire for more teams will be coming soon. On Friday, the NCAA unveiled the first look at the new playoff system. With each game in the format earning the title of an already-titled bowl game. According to the new format, each game will be named after one of the series’ iconic New Year Six Bowl Games. Take a look at the new format in the tweet below.

College Football Playoffs Set To Expand

At the same time, many fans believe the NCAA already had the format right. Since its inception, the playoff has been four teams. However, even with just four teams, blowouts still occurred. Including last year when TCU thrashed Michigan for a shot at the National Championship. So many believe that adding more teams will only bring more blowout scores in the process. However, adding more teams will undoubtedly bring more cash to the NCAA. Which we all know is the ultimate end goal.

Now the debate on who should make the playoff should be settled. If twelve teams are a part of the series, then no one will be missing out. However, one should still expect to see the same suspects making a run at the championship. Including the Georgia Bulldogs, Alabama, and Ohio State. But now, teams that may not always get the chance will at least get to say they were a part of the moment. Do you think the College Football Playoffs committee is making the right choice to expand the format? Let us know what you think in the comment section. For the latest news in sports, keep it right here with HNHH.

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Cheer was a smash hit for Netflix in 2020 and 2022. The documentary series focused on Navarro College, a national leader in collegiate cheerleading. Many of the show’s stars, such as squad member Jerry Harris and coach Monica Aldama quickly became national celebrities. Navarro was not just at the top of the pyramid, they were on top of the world. Furthermore, the small town of Corsicana, Texas has gained international recognition.

However, the country was rocked, and season 2 heavily impacted, by the 2021 revelations about Harris. Harris was imprisoned for 12 years for sexually assaulting two minors he had met through cheer. Later revealed that Harris was a serial sexual predator and was in possession of a plethora of child pornography. However, the second season of the show seemed to clear the college. The party line was that Harris acted in secrecy and without anyone at Navarro knowing. Now the college and Coach Aldama are in additional legal trouble.

Cheerleader Alleges History Of Hiding Sexual Assault

Navarro College and cheerleading head coach Monica Aldama have been named in a shocking new lawsuit. The suit has been filed by former Navarro cheerleader Madi Lane, who alleges she was sexually assaulted by a male cheerleader in 2021. Lane has gone on to testify that multiple members of the team, including Aldama, told her to not go public. Additionally, Lane alleges that Aldama told her, “If you keep quiet, I’ll make sure you can cheer anywhere you want.” Lane quit the team a few days after the incident.

However, the lawsuit does not stop there. It alleges a history of abuse being covered up by the college. Lane alleges that senior cheerleader Maddy Brum told her “You just need to drink it off and get your mind off it” and “We don’t tell anyone. We just keep it to ourselves,” when informed about the assault. The suit states that Navarro College and Aldama have long covered up sexual assault within the program to maintain its reputation. Navarro College has not responded to the lawsuit, nor has a representative for Aldama. We’ll have any updates here at HotNewHipHop.

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It’s hard to state just how big disco was at its peak. The Disco Boom of the 1970s fundamentally changed music and culture. Studio 54, the iconic New York club, became a household name on the back of the genre. But Disco was more than just music. It was light and aesthetic, and a complete and total disco “vibe”. However, there was widespread opposition to disco, especially those from the rock and roll community. A DJ famously destroyed a dumpster full of Disco records at a Chicago White Sox game in 1979

Born in Boston, Donna Summer (born LaDonna Gaines), was arguably the face of mainstream Disco music. She lived a fascinating life, including spending nearly a working and performing in Munich. However, she is best known for helping spearhead Disco’s rise in the late 1970s. Her catalog includes four #1 hits and all-time bangers like “I Feel Love” and “Love To Love You Baby”. Summer passed away in 2012 from lung cancer.

HBO Gives First Look At “Love To Love You, Donna Summer”

HBO is now telling the full story of Donna Summer. Love To Love You, Donna Summer will document her life and rise to the throne of Disco. Based on archival footage and interviews with both Summer and people who knew her best, the film will show Summer like never before. Everything from Munich to MTV will be on display.

That includes highlighting the toll fame took on her. The documentary will also delve into Summer’s propensity for secretive behavior. “My approach to singing, I approach it as an actress,” Summer is heard saying, “I don’t approach it as a singer. And it’s really acting. I’m not trying to be me.” The film will also go behind the music, looking at Summer’s struggles with fame and her attempts to balance her career with raising her family. Two of Summer’s children, Brooklyn and Amanda, have followed in her footsteps. Love To Love You, Donna Summer already holds a 71% critics rating on Rotten Tomatoes following its debut at the Berlin Film Festival. You can see Love To Love You, Donna Summer for yourself starting on May 20 on HBO and Max.

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Lil Wayne might be one of the best rappers of all time, but have you ever wondered what the game might look like if he became a b-boy instead? Well, he at least gave fans a glimpse of that alternate universe during one of his most recent “Welcome To Tha Carter” tour stops. Moreover, he danced on stage while one of his classic Drake collaborations, “The Motto,” played in the background, and fans were loving it. It might not be the craziest routine you’ve seen, but it’s certainly more than many of today’s biggest rap stars offer on stage as far as engagement. Whether in the studio, a small set, or a stadium, Weezy almost always delivers- well, if you’re not in Atlanta, that is.

Furthermore, many fans expressed disappointment and concern after Lil Wayne canceled that city’s tour stop less than 24 hours before his show. Of course, many took to social media to complain about the change, and rightfully so considering the Young Money boss’ status and hype around this trek. Still, it also got a lot of fans concerned for his health or other behind-the-scenes happenings that could’ve impeded the tour. Even with that scare in mind, he said he would reschedule and everything seems to be going swimmingly so far.

Lil Wayne Breaks It Down Live

Meanwhile, this almost feels like a new era for the 40-year-old, in a way that’s different to his past modern album cycles. Through touring, excellent features (although that’s never been a surprise), and impactful singles, Tunechi is more respected and beloved than ever. In fact, Lil Wayne just joined the upper echelon of MCs who surpassed 25 billion streams on Spotify. While some of his post-2000s work fell under scrutiny, the “BM J.R.” star is still an incredibly popular artist.

In addition, he’s also revisited some iconic moments throughout his career thanks to this run of live shows. For example, him and Cam’ron solidified the Young Money/Dipset alliance when they performed “Touch It Or Not” live for the first time ever. Weezy’s catalog is the gold mine that keeps on giving, and he continues to add bars to that repertoire. For more updates on Lil Wayne and the latest news on his movement, stay logged into HNHH.

Lamar Odom is the epitome of a mid-major college star. After putting up 17.6 points per game for Rhode Island in the 1998/99 NCAA season, Odom was selected fourth overall in the 1999 NBA Draft. He spent four years with the LA Clippers but was cut after injury derail his third and fourth seasons. After a year in Miami, he was traded to the Lakers. He would eventually retire in 2014.

Since leaving the NBA, Odom has devoted his time to God and helping others. He owns and operates three substance abuse rehabilitation centers in Southern California. Having faced with own battle with substance abuse, Odom is now looking to help people in the same situation. And now he’s making headlines in the case of former Jackass star Bam Margera.

Lamar Odom Wants To Help Bam Margera

Bam Margera’s issues with substance abuse, specifically alcohol, have been public for many years. As recently as March 2023, he was arrested for public intoxication. However, Margera re-entered the news recently after triggering a police manhunt. Police in Pennsylvania were called to a property in Pocopson after Bam reportedly assaulted his brother and threatened to kill him. Margera turned himself in after four days on the run. He has been charged with simple assault, harassment, and terroristic threats. Margera has maintained his innocent in all charges against him. Now Odom is offering help to the former MTV star. Speaking with TMZ, Odom said he would be happy to invite Margera to one of his rehab facilities free of charge.

Odom is no stranger to substance abuse problems, having famously overdosed in a Nevada brothel in 2015. That is the incident that inspired him to get clean and help others on their own journey. “All he has to do is show up,” Odom said when asked if he would be willing to help Margera, “Only if he wants it though, that’s the most important part,” Odom continued. He concluded by saying that he loved Margera and that he should “stay strong”. It remains to be if Margera will accept the offer. It was reportedly a rehab plan that led to the confrontation between Margera and his brother last week. However, Odom has made it clear that he wants to help.

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Miami-based hip hop duo City Girls has been making waves in the music industry since their “Act Up” debut in 2018. One of the key factors contributing to the Quality Control artists’ success has been their impressive collaborative efforts. The ladies responsible for Miami-Dade’s musical revival blessed Megan Thee Stallion with braggadocio bars on “Do It On The Tip.” The 2022 track went on to chart at No 92. Other popular joint records include their “Shisha” feature on the bounce-heavy Saucy Santana track and “Female Goat” with labelmate Lakeyah.

From Cardi B to Usher, City Girls have shared the mic with some of the biggest in the game to produce hits. Now, fans await more feature-riddled anthems from the two after they previewed a new single at Rolling Loud California. Recently, Yung Miami said their forthcoming project is “gonna hit different.” Revisit their hottest collabs the beauties have blessed us with as we await yet another City Girl Summer.

“Flewed Out” ft. Lil Baby (2020)

Released in 2020, “Flewed Out” celebrates the luxurious lifestyle City Girls and Lil Baby have attained through their music careers. The lyrics center around the theme of being “flewed out”: getting flown out to exotic locations and indulging in high-end shopping and dining experiences. The City Girls’ verses are filled with confidence and sass. Lil Baby’s offering provides contrast with his more laid-back flow. The term “flewed out” became one of the most popular phrases for months following the single’s release.

“Pussy Talk” ft. Doja Cat (2020)

City Girls tapped rapper and singer Doja Cat for “Pussy Talk,” the lead single off their highest-charting album, 2020’s City On Lock. The Southside-produced track sees the artists trading verses about their sexual prowess and independence with an equally colorful visual. The title refers to their frank and explicit lyrics about sex and power dynamics. Those bars were delivered with the utmost confidence from all three. Overall, “Pussy Talk” is a bold and assertive anthem that celebrates female sexuality and empowerment. It showcases the unique and distinctive styles of City Girls and Doja.

“Said Sum (Remix)” Moneybagg Yo ft. City Girls & DaBaby (2020)

Moneybagg Yo’s “Said Sum” is arguably one of the Memphis rhymer’s most viral songs. It gained significant traction on social media and streaming platforms through the beginning of the pandemic lockdown. This led to a remix with City Girls and DaBaby, who contributed their signature styles to the track with bold, unapologetic verses about financial independence. The track’s infectious piano riff creates the perfect backdrop for calling out those who try to dim the rappers’ lights. Additionally, fans of City Girls songs have also called JT’s verse on the remix one of the best in her career as she switches up her flow.

“Good Love” ft. Usher (2022)

The ladies bring Miami heat to Atlanta with this Freaknik-inspired single. Yung Miami and JT trade flirtatious verses with R&B legend Usher on “Good Love,” sampling Lathun’s 1997 hit “Freak It.” The Georgia native’s smooth vocals balance out City Girls’ explicit bars as they talk to potential prospects. Yung Miami even echos Uncle Luke’s unforgettable “Don’t stop, get it, get it” line from 91’s “I Wanna Rock.” The accompanying music video was filmed at Atlanta’s iconic Cascade Skating Rink, adding another nostalgic touch to the party tune.

“Throat Baby (Go Baby) [Remix]” – BRS Kash, DaBaby, & City Girls (2021)

Relative Atlanta newcomer BRS Kash flooded the airwaves with his fast-spreading track “Throat Baby (Go Baby)” with DaBaby. The song catapulted even more once City Girls hopped on the remix nearly six months later. The women’s sultry, suggestive lyrics shocked listeners as they boasted about their oral performance skills, adding another XXX-rated singalong to their racy catalog. City Girls’ feature premiered on Kash’s debut mixtape, Kash Only, to the praise of many-including rapper Boosie. After its release, the Louisiana hip-hop vet alerted fans that she “made the rawest line on the remix.” 

“Top Notch” ft. Fivio Foreign (2022)

City Girls’ “Top Notch” followed the monumental success of 2021’s “Twerkulator.” It also sees the girls in the concrete jungle for their second collab with a New York native. The duo teamed up with Fivio Foreign for the bop, making it their first release of 2022. It also marked their first with the Brooklyn spitter. “Top Notch” was the start of a new era for Miami and JT, who appeared on the drill-infused beat with intense attitude as they warn their haters to steer clear. Though the single didn’t reach much commercial success, fans of the women praised the two for their versatility.

“Twerk” ft. Cardi B (2018)

Contestably in City Girls’ Top 5, “Twerk” grew to become their second-highest charting song on the Billboard Hot 100. The sexual innuendos on the “Choppa Style”-sampled hit were celebrated by wxmen galore during their inaugural City Girl summer. After Yung Miami raps, Cardi B reflects on nights as a dancer in her verse, with an extra assist in the NSFW music video. Yung Miami and Cardi flaunt their derrières in animalistic body paint amongst other talented dancers while JT served the remainder of her federal prison stint. “Twerk” peaked at No. 29 shortly after and eventually became certified platinum.

From what both parties indicated, it seems like the feud between Boosie Badazz and T.I. is now over. Moreover, the Baton Rouge rapper recently appeared for yet another sit-down interview with VladTV, and spoke earnestly on the subject. Not only that, but he revealed that he apologized to the Atlanta trap artist and detailed some of his though process and emotions. Specifically, he expressed feeling like the two were able to get over their spat like “bosses.” While the heat between them simmered over time, it’s always great to get a solid confirmation of a reconciliation.

“It just went like two bosses of handling it, man,” Boosie started his remarks. “First of all, we got kids who love each other. First we wasn’t agreeing and we was going back-and-forth and you know he spoke how he felt and I spoke how I felt. He felt me and I felt him. I gave him an apology.” Many believed that the two made up when onlookers spotted them at the St. Louis international airport. However, the “Wipe Me Down” MC said that they talked over the phone before that link-up.

Boosie Breaks Down His Apology & Reconciliation With T.I.

“After we kept going back-and-forth, the things he was doing for me in my life at the time, I kinda felt bad,” Boosie continued concerning T.I. “I kinda felt bad he was doing some real s**t helping me in a lot of ways but I told him I still stand on what I stand on. When he explained it to me, we got by it. We got by like bosses supposed to get by. We ain’t let the internet or none of that bring us out of character.”

For those unaware, this pair sent shots at each other after Boosie labeled T.I. a “rat” for allegedly snitching on his dead cousin. In fact, the former canceled a joint album they were working on. After the “Live Your Life” star clarified the situation (granted, after calling Boosie out multiple times), it seems they came to an understanding. With that in mind, maybe we’ll get that collab tape after all, but only time will tell. Regardless, stick around on HNHH for the latest on T.I. and Boosie.

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The dramatic saga between Cardi B and Tasha K continues. The YouTuber found herself in a tremendously expensive pot of boiling water a few months ago. At the time, a judge ruled that the YouTuber was guilty of defaming the rap diva in her online videos. The former previously alleged that Cardi worked as an escort before finding fame. She also shared stories of using hard drugs and claims that she had contracted an STI. In court, the mother of three denied working in the sex trade or contracting any sort of illness. She also noted the extreme emotional distress caused by Tasha’s allegations, specifically sharing that it resulted in marital problems between her and Offset.

“Only an evil person could do that shit,” the New Yorker said on the stand. She also was candid in revealing that she sought professional help to deal with her mental health after being defamed. Ultimately, Cardi was awarded $1M in general damages, $250K for medical expenses, $1.5M in punitive damages, and finally, $1.3M for her attorney fees. It’s certainly a major win for the Invasion of Privacy hitmaker. Still, it might be some time before she gets her dues in full. According to a report from RadarOnline, Bardi has taken steps to begin seizing Tasha K’s YouTube checks.

Cardi B Demands Her Coins

The former stripper apparently sent subpoenas to both her nemesis’ bank and Google, who oversee Tasha’s ad revenue on YouTube and her website. “YOU ARE HEREBY COMMANDED to immediately hold all money, including wages, and other property, except what is known to be exempt, belonging to the Defendant or obligations owed to the Defendant named above beginning on the day of service of this summons and including the next 1,095 days,” a notice obtained by the outlet reads.

A rep for Google reportedly spoke with the “WAP” rapper about the matter. They revealed that the embattled creator had $9,304.81 in revenue. The former is now taking action with the court so that the funds can be handed to her immediately as she awaits the other $3M+. Do you think Cardi B is out of pocket for seizing Tasha K’s YouTube checks? Let us know in the comments, and tap back in later for more pop culture news updates.

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