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Sometimes a rapper must face the facts that all he/she has working for them is a hook and great production. For Wacka Flocka Flame, the rapper is fully aware of the fact that he is not lyrical, but doesn't care and believes that his fellow rappers that put so much focus into words aren't seeing it pay off in the long run.

Jay-Z’s absence from the “We Are The World” remake did not go unnoticed.  So why did the Jiggaman elect not to participate?

Public Enemy hypeman turned reality TV star Flavor Flav (William Drayton, Jr.) will soon answer charges that he owes $63,458.00 in back child support to the mother of three of his children.

Happy President’s Day. Let’s jump in a time capsule real quick with Jay-Z and Nas.

Dwyane Wade racked up 28 points 11 Assists and 5 steals as the East took the victory in last night’s NBA All-Star game.

Usher and Alicia Keys lit up the stage in Dallas at the 2010 NBA All-Star Game.

The baby moma drama continues with Flava Flav, but I don’t think its about the moma’s any more, its strictly about the kids.  Internet sites are reporting that Flav owes over $60,000 in back child support.

Beyoncé’s rep wants to make it clear that there were no gunshots fired at the singer’s recent concert in Brazil.

Just in time for Valentine's Day, research out this week suggests eating chocolate may have a positive impact on stroke. Don't go buying too many heart boxes just yet, though, say the study authors.A new analysis, which involved a review of three prior studies, suggests eating about a bar of chocolate a week can help cut the risk of stroke and lower the risk of death after a stroke.

Making a connection at airports doesn't have to just involve stepping onto another plane. U.S. travel editor for "Lonely Planet" Robert Reid says airports can also be a great way to find romance. The 2009 AXE "Best and Worst Airports to Make a Connection" study reveals the locations where chances are best for starting up a possible relationship.

Music snobs unite. Donwill of the rap group Tanya Morgan is releasing an album inspired by John Cusack’s 2000 romantic comedy, High Fidelity.

With Sade's return coming in the form of Soldier of Love, her first album in a decade, nearly everyone in Hip Hop has had a reaction of some sort... and none of it is bad.