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  • Glasses Malone Mocks Drake’s UMG Lawsuit in New Video

    The hip-hop world is buzzing, and not necessarily in a good way for Drake, following his recent lawsuit against UMG. Many, including West Coast MC Glasses Malone, have been critical of the move, and Malone is now taking his commentary to the next level with his latest music video.

    A Courtroom Roast

    Glasses Malone, who has been vocal about his stance against Drake since the rap battle with Kendrick Lamar, dropped a new song titled “Wanted.” The accompanying music video is a masterclass in trolling, set entirely within a courtroom. It cleverly uses the legal setting to poke fun at Drake’s ongoing legal battle with his parent label, Universal Music Group (UMG).

    The video features a news reporter interrupting the proceedings to announce breaking news: “The prosecution star witness Drake is scheduled to take the stand… the first rapper ever to sue ’cause he lost a rap battle.” This jab directly references the lawsuit where Drake accuses UMG of artificially boosting the popularity of Kendrick Lamar’s diss track, “Not Like Us.”

    Drake’s Controversial Lawsuit

    Drake’s decision to sue UMG for defamation, claiming they artificially inflated the success of “Not Like Us,” has been met with widespread ridicule. While his fans argue that being called a “certified pedophile” justifies legal action, many in the hip-hop community view it as a sore loser move. This ongoing feud has led to constant back-and-forth, with Drake himself engaging in online debates.

    Just recently, Drake got into a public spat with hip-hop journalist Rob Markman, commenting on an old clip of Markman reciting Lil Wayne lyrics. Markman fired back, humorously suggesting Drake would sue him if he started calling him names. This exchange, along with Malone’s video, highlights the public’s reaction to Drake’s legal maneuvers.

    Cameos and Commentary

    The “Wanted” music video doesn’t stop at the news report. It features a fake Drake taking the stand, much to the delight of fans in the comments section who found the roast hilarious. Adding to the authenticity, independent court reporter Meghann Cuniff and hip-hop podcaster Justin “The Company Man” Hunte make cameo appearances, further blurring the lines between music video and commentary.

    What are your thoughts on Glasses Malone’s new music video and Drake’s lawsuit? Let us know in the comments below!

  • Cardi B Faces Civil Assault Trial Over 2018 Alleged Attack

    The Grammy-winning rapper Cardi B is now in the spotlight for a different reason as her civil assault trial officially kicked off in Los Angeles. The case centers on allegations from a former security guard, Emani Ellis, who claims the rapper physically attacked her back in 2018.

    Allegations of a 2018 Altercation

    Ellis alleges that during a visit to a Beverly Hills medical office, Cardi B struck her in the head, face, and body. The lawsuit further claims the rapper spat on Ellis and used racial slurs, stemming from an alleged suspicion that Ellis was recording her. The suit also includes accusations that Cardi B’s own security guard assaulted Ellis and that there were attempts to destroy video evidence of the incident.

    During her emotional testimony, Ellis told the jury that the encounter left lasting damage and that Cardi B never offered an apology. She stated she suffered facial scars from the rapper’s fingernails, though she admitted she didn’t photograph the injuries at the time due to being too distressed. Ellis began therapy two months after the confrontation, which she found beneficial for her recovery, and emphasized she was not filming Cardi B.

    Cardi B’s Defense

    Cardi B has vehemently denied these accusations, asserting she never touched Ellis and that Ellis was the aggressor who tried to film her. The rapper acknowledged a brief exchange of words but stated the dispute only escalated when Ellis attempted to record her. She previously addressed the allegations online, questioning why Ellis didn’t press charges if an assault occurred and highlighting her own physical state at the time (four months pregnant and experiencing pain).

    Ellis is seeking damages for medical costs, lost wages, emotional distress, and a civil penalty. The trial is ongoing, with Cardi B reportedly telling reporters outside the courtroom that the incident in question never happened.

    What are your thoughts on the ongoing civil assault trial involving Cardi B? Share your opinions in the comments below!