The lucrative phase of "Afrobeats to the World" lasted a decade. There are only a few main beneficiaries, but ultimately, the music industry remains in the same state - poorly structured and unable to scale financially https://t.co/gZ4RsOQmyo
@ChuksEricE The Rise and Fall of Adeyinka.
You rose through social media, by social media you shall fall!
“He who kills with the sword, shall die by the sword”
Until you make another video, condemning this useless government, apology not accepted.
Please release these children for the sake of our shared humanity
I am deeply shocked and heartbroken by the condition in which these abducted school children are, as seen from their flagellated bodies. It is a painful reminder of the depth of insecurity in our land.
I have always made it clear that the society we abuse today will take its revenge on our children tomorrow. When I first began making that statement, some of these children were not even born. This is a classic example of how the abuse of governance and society today can produce devastating consequences long after the abusers are gone.
It is on the same line that I argue that the loans our leaders take today will hurt our children in the future, as many of them will mature for repayment and consequences long after we are gone.
To those holding these children, I make a direct appeal to your conscience. Remember that these are innocent children - sons and daughters of people who have placed their hopes, dreams, and entire future in them. In every one of them, you will find reflections of your own children, your own family, and your own humanity.
No grievance, no hardship, no justification can ever outweigh the sanctity of a child’s life and innocence. Whatever path has led to this moment, there is still room for remorse, for humanity, and for a change of heart.
I therefore appeal to your sense of mercy: release these children immediately. Let them go. Return them safely to society to reunite with their families. -PO
"Just because you've added some mellow music in the background of what you're saying doesn't mean you're making sense. Some of you gospel ministers and pastors are s€llouts. You've sold your conscience to politicians. They donate to your programs and churches, so it's very easy for you to come on social media and say just anything. Do you know what it means for several students and teachers to be kidn@pped? In some countries, a løst dog can be found within 24 hours."
— Solomon Buchi knøcks Yinka Alaseyori over her remarks in a recent video.
"Wiz is the biggest where we're from. I don't want to compare him to anybody here but in terms of influence and impact, there's nobody bigger in the whole continent"
— Tems' manager, Donawon narrating how Tems & Wizkid came out for Justin Bieber's coachella performance
This weekend was one for the box office history books.
A24’s “Backrooms” collected a record-breaking $81 million in its opening weekend. That’s as ticket sales for the Focus Features breakout “Obsession” jumped again in its third frame with $26.4 million and crossed the $100 million mark domestically. Both movies were directed by YouTube stars and cost nearly nothing to produce, upending conventional wisdom about the necessary components for a hit. https://t.co/M1XLZt5SBb
🚨 JAY-Z THE MAN WHO JUST SAID A MONTH AGO HE DOESN’T THINK RAP BATTLES SHOULD BE APART OF HIP HOP CULTURE JUST TOOK BATTLE TYPE SHOTS IN NEW FREESTYLE WHILE DRESSED LIKE A MEMBER OF BONE THUGS IN HARMONY.
Jay-Z just used a lengthy freestyle to address multiple people and controversies that have surrounded his name over the past year.
Some of the apparent targets included:
👀 Dame Dash — Hov Said “ Niggas Teeth Is Tumbling out their mouth but somehow I done it.”
👀 Oschino — Hov appeared to take a direct shot at his stutter, rapping:
“That nut-ass n*** still stuttering.”*
👀 Jaguar Wright — Jay seemingly responded to her ongoing allegations and comments about him, saying:
“That lady back on the stuff, she sound like she in love with him.” And even blamed QuestLove for introducing them
👀 Drake — Hov also appeared to respond to Drake’s recent “the jig is up” line from his No. 1 hit “Janice STFU,” rapping:
“My next update, the jig is up. N***, I’m up 10. Wrong chart, champ. You got to look up again. N***s look up to Hov. I never looked up to them.”
👀 Nicki Minaj — Fans believe several bars may have been aimed in Nicki’s direction, though no direct name was mentioned.
👀 Industry Figures & Media Personalities — Jay-Z also referenced publishing deals, contracts, government rumors, wealth, power, and what he views as coordinated attacks against his reputation.
One of the most talked-about sections came when he rapped:
🗣️ “A rapper can’t be my opps. I got MAGA Republicans. Them shots came from the very top of the government.”
The freestyle was packed with subliminals, direct responses, and reminders of his status in the industry, making it one of the most aggressive public statements we’ve heard from Hov in years.
What do y’all think?
Did Jay-Z clear the air, send warnings, or just add more fuel to the fire? 🤔
Obsession making 100x its budget in 2 weeks and Backrooms breaking records both directed by directors under 30 tells you that the younger audience craves something new.
I love nolan, cameron and spielberg as much as the next guy but it's about time for some youngblood. Please Hollywood gives the young guys more chances they're capable of delivering million dollar movies too.
“It’s not an event to stay home and watch movies in your living room.”
Steven Spielberg says watching movies in a theater builds community as he explains why the movie theater experience is better than watching films at home.
(🎥 Michelle Obama/Youtube)