Source: Raymond Boyd / Getty 1995 was a pivotal year for rap, marking an era of remarkable creativity and evolution that would shape hip-hop’s direction for years to come. The genre was dominated by distinctive regional movements, influential subgenres, and groundbreaking artists who left an indelible mark. RELATED: Billboard Names 100 Best Rap Albums Of All Time RELATED: Hip-Hop 50 Finale: 25 Best Rap Albums Of 2023 The rise of […]

Source: Kunlathida Petchuen / Getty As families continue to open their Christmas presents, some may come across a gift that, quite frankly, they can’t use. Yes, the thought counts, but there’s nothing wrong with returning a gift that may not suit your lifestyle. In that case, Consumer Reports provided a list of retailers with varying return policies. Some have flexible return and exchange policies year-round, while others are a little […]

Beauty comes in countless forms, especially when it comes to black folks—the race that can arguably produce the most wide-range of skin tones.  One striking trait that seems to often stand out is the presence of light-colored eyes…It’s been said that it challenges long-standing stereotypes and expands the narrative of what black beauty looks like. Whether piercing blue, mesmerizing green, or warm haze, these eye colors undoubtedly add an unforgettable […]

Source: PATRICK T. FALLON / Getty Maybe They Should’ve Just Used Some PTO The holidays can be a stressful time of year, especially for our delivery drivers. According to a post by the Lakeville (Massachusetts) Police Department, one delivery driver for Amazon reached their boiling point just before the holiday. A police officer recovered approximately 80 packages around 2 a.m. Sunday morning. The officer spotted three large totes amid a […]

Source: Thearon W. Henderson / Getty Like football on Thanksgiving and high-stakes college basketball in March, Christmas Day is synonymous with the NBA. But things were a bit different this year when Netflix got in on the live streaming, showing the Ravens Vs. Texans and Chiefs Vs. Steelers games. It was part of the ongoing rivalry between the two major sports leagues, and a line was drawn in the sand […]

Source: MICHAEL TRAN / Getty 2024 Is Going Out With A Bang Ray J and Sukihana’s private freak-offs have seemingly been exposed by none other than Ray J’s estranged wife Princess Love. Princess got a hold of Ray’s phone and discovered that he’s allegedly been talking to multiple women. Thursday morning, Sukihana took to Instagram to share a screenshot of the DM she received from Princess. In the screenshots, Princess […]

Source: Jamie McCarthy / Getty Lizzo has opened up about the allegations made in an explosive lawsuit. The ‘Special’ singer says she was surprised by allegations made by three of her former dancers that she provided a hostile workplace environment and shamed them because of their weight. In 2023, three dancers filed a suit, also claiming that Lizzo sexually harassed them. Lizzo says she can speak out now because she’s […]

Source: Axelle/Bauer-Griffin / Getty Jordyn Woods spent Christmas at the Garden, stylishly cheering for her man, Karl-Anthony Towns. The social media socialite and businesswoman flexed on the court in a red off-the-shoulder corset top with plaid detail by Vivienne Westwood and a shiny Louis Vuitton bag. It’s cold in New York, so her white wide-leg trousers and red patent leather pumps were the perfect pieces to complete the festive holiday […]

Source: Steve Eichner / Getty At its core, R&B in 1995 explored themes of love, heartbreak, empowerment, and resilience. With his groundbreaking album Brown Sugar, artists like D’Angelo paved the way for the neo-soul movement, offering a raw, organic sound that merges deeply emotional lyrics with funk and jazz elements. Simultaneously, the mainstream success of Mariah Carey’s Daydream proved that R&B could rule both the charts and critical acclaim, blending […]