Birdman had the crowd buzzing at ComplexCon after throwing a not-so-subtle shot at former Hot Boys member Turk during the Cash Money and No Limit Verzuz event on Saturday, October 25th. While reflecting on his come-up and the early days of Cash Money Records, the New Orleans mogul acknowledged B.G., Lil Wayne, and Juvenile before turning his attention to Turk. “Shout out to Turk, you little b***h. You ain’t here, but f**k you,” Birdman said on stage. “We gon’ f**k with you when we gon’ f**k with you. You heard me? We gon’ f**k with that b***h when we gon’ f**k with him. But that’s another movie.” His comments instantly went viral, sparking new conversations about old Cash Money issues. “Shout out to Turk you a lil b*tch mane but we gone f*ck witchu when we gone f*ck witchu” -Birdman #VERZUZ https://t.co/hTs8qosnCG pic.twitter.com/IYwhm5a8aB — Ahmed/The Ears/IG: BigBizTheGod (@big_business_) October 26, 2025 Turk later addressed the moment during an Instagram Live, where he shared his thoughts on the Verzuz showdown. “I’ma keep it all the way real, though. I think No Limit tore they a** up without Wayne there,” he said, appearing unbothered but clearly aware of Birdman’s dig. Their strained relationship goes back years. Turk previously filed a lawsuit related to the Cash Money 30th anniversary tour, focusing on disputes with event promoters and booking agents. Although his legal battle did not directly involve Birdman or the other Hot Boys, the tension surrounding the reunion has been hard to ignore. Juvenile has even shown support for Turk in the past, hinting that not everyone within the group shares the same animosity. The event also brought another layer of drama involving Birdman’s personal life. His longtime partner Toni Braxton was noticeably absent from the show, but her sister Tamar Braxton attended. Fans quickly picked up on the moment, fueling speculation about family tensions and Birdman’s relationships beyond music. One thing is clear: the Verzuz stage brought back more than just nostalgia—it reopened old wounds in the Cash Money camp.

New Edition is heading on tour and they’re bringing a few friends along for the ride: Boyz II Men and Toni Braxton. The “New Edition Way” tour is expected to kick off on January 26 in Oakland, CA, at the Oakland Arena. The legendary boy bands, with Braxton by their side, will trek through 30 cities. The tour will make pit stops in major cities like Dallas, Brooklyn, Memphis, Atlanta, and more. The announcement came on Friday (Oct.24), in the form of a promotional video that was shared online. Coming in at just two minutes, the video starts with the iconic boy band discussing their residency at the Encore Resort in Las Vegas. However, Ronnie Devoe wanted to take things to the “next level.” Mike Bivins then goes to ring up Boyz II Men’s Nathan Morris. Morris just so happened to have his Philly brethren and groupmates Wanyá Morris and Shawn Stockman by his side. The event works as a “celebration of legacy, soul, and the soundtrack of generations.” The two iconic groups then discussed the idea of them coming together. However, one thing was missing: “feminine energy.” Not long after, Johnny Gil goes to ring up one of R&B’s most iconic singers, Toni Braxton, who didn’t hesitate to join in on the fun. Per the video, New Edition, Boyz II Men, and Toni Braxton won’t be “taking turns,” but performing together on one stage. Tickets for the one-of-a-kind experience will be available on October 31. Produced by the Black Promoters Collective, the event works as a “celebration of legacy, soul, and the soundtrack of generations.” In a press release, Gary Guidry, CEO of the Black Promoters Collective, said, “You’re seeing artists who’ve shaped the culture come together. They celebrate music that continues to stand the test of time.”

Drea Kelly is calling for deeper conversations about how domestic violence victims are treated, particularly within the Black community. In a new interview, she questioned why certain survivors receive widespread empathy and support while others are overlooked. The former wife of R. Kelly pointed to Cassie Ventura’s case against Sean “Diddy” Combs as an example, saying that Cassie’s bravery was celebrated far more than others who have come forward with similar stories. View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Shade Room (@theshaderoom) Cassie testified earlier this year, describing years of abuse and assault throughout her relationship with the music mogul. Her courage was widely praised across social media, but Drea believes that response revealed a painful truth. “So we need to start being real as a community. We pick and choose who we want to celebrate and advocate for, based even upon the way that they look,” she said. Drea reflected on her own experience as a survivor, sharing that when she accused R. Kelly of physical abuse, she didn’t receive the same outpouring of support. She also mentioned Keke Palmer and the late Kim Porter, saying their experiences with abuse were not met with the same level of public compassion. According to Drea, colorism plays a major part in who the community chooses to believe and uplift. “We need to take [colorism] out of it and educate ourselves, because that blew my mind,” she added. She went on to say that some people are too attached to the public image of entertainers accused of abuse, forgetting that victims often see a side of them the world never will. Despite her criticism, Drea expressed admiration for Cassie’s courage, noting that all victims deserve recognition and support. Cassie’s lawyer, Douglas Wigdor, later praised her strength, saying she continues to inspire others as she works toward healing after Diddy’s recent sentencing.

Summer Walker has officially confirmed that the next installment of her Over It series will be two parts—each with its own vinyl cover. The singer shared the announcement on Friday (Oct. 24) via her Instagram page—the album, which is expected to drop on Nov. 14, offers an interesting twist on the wedding vow, “For Better or For Worse.” “Vinyl cover art revealed Finally Over It is a 2-part album about the choices we have left when true love feels impossible. One side chooses me, the other sacrifices love completely. For Better or For Worse.Official album art coming soon,” she wrote in the post’s caption. Throughout the collage post, Walker takes fans through the journey that inspired this next chapter in her life and music. View this post on Instagram A post shared by @summerwalker “For Better is about choosing me, fully and finally,” Walker Says “For Better is about choosing me, fully and finally. I’ve made choices that didn’t always make sense to anyone else, but I don’t regret any of them. They all taught me something,” Walker wrote. “Every heartbreak brought me back to myself. I’m not looking for someone to complete me; I’m already whole. I’m protecting my peace, honoring my worth, and sitting in a softness that’s still strong.” She added, “So, whatever I choose now, I’m choosing from a place of power, not pain. I’m clear, I’m aligned, I’m better.” Regarding the project’s B-Side, “For Worse,” Walker refers to it not being “bitter,” but “honest.” She continued: “I’ve loved too hard, ignored red flags, and tried to fix things that were beyond repair. The difference now is I love myself that deeply, I’ve grown, I’ve healed, and I refuse to accept anything less than princess treatment.” Aside from the project’s lead single, “Heart Of A Woman,” the full tracklist for the album has yet to be released. That said, features for the project that have been shared so far will include Latto, Sexyy Red, and GloRilla.

According to a lawsuit filed by two of Muni Long’s managers, the singer owes them over $600,000 for “unpaid commissions.” In a federal courtroom on Thursday (Oct.23), Long’s former managers, Chaka Zulu and Jeff Dixon, claimed the Grammy Award-winning R&B singer is in “breach of contract.” Zulu and Dixion are the founders of Ebony Son Entertainment, an Atlanta-based management company. The duo is mostly known for their previous work, managing Ludacris and eventually starting the record label, Disturbing Tha Peace in 1998. Court documents obtained by Billboard go in-depth about the federal complaint filed by Zulu and Dixon. The duo claims they were “instrumental” in Long’s success, specifically her win for Best R&B Performance at the 2025 Grammy Awards. The singer won for her live performance of “Made For Me” at the 2024 BET Awards. Prior to the Grammy Awards, Long parted ways with Zulu and Dixon. Now, the pair is claiming they’re owed “hefty commissions” from live shows, recording, and writing gigs, according to the complaint. NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA – JULY 06: Muni Long performs during 2025 Essence Festival of Culture at Caesars Superdome on July 06, 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Erika Goldring/Getty Images) “Priscilla Renea Hamilton is publicly known as the musical artist ‘Muni Long’ but her less well-known performances are as a serial grifter,” Court Documents Read “Defendant Priscilla Renea Hamilton is publicly known as the musical artist ‘Muni Long’ but her less well-known performances are as a serial grifter,” the court documents read.”After taking the benefit of plaintiff’s elite and highly sought-after management services for more than a year, Muni Long shamelessly reneged on her promises to pay plaintiff the agreed-upon, customary percentage of revenue she earned, and only earned because plaintiff assisted in obtaining those engagements.” In a statement to Billboard, Long and her team referred to the claims as “unfounded.” The team stated it’s “deeply unfortunate that the matter could not be resolved privately and professionally,” claiming Long made “good faith” settlement offers even though “no formal contract ever existed.” They also claimed that Zulu and Dixion were involved in taking possession of her phone and sought to have her “involuntarily committed to a mental health facility.” The added, “All appropriate avenues are being pursued to ensure that the truth is fully and fairly defended. The artist hopes this underscores the importance to all those in creative fields to safeguard their personal and professional boundaries and be discerning about those they trust to represent them.”

When Megan Thee Stallion teased her latest track, “Lover Girl,” earlier this month, fans couldn’t have been more excited. That said, upon its release on Friday (Oct.24), the track left critics and fans divided. Nevertheless, the track, which samples Total’s 1996 hit “Kissing You,” debuted at No.1 on the iTunes chart. The song appears to be inspired by Megan’s new beau, NBA star Klay Thompson. Many fans praised “Lover Girl” for its production and appreciated Megan’s ability to show a softer, more romantic side. “Megan Thee Stallion went from: “Handle me, who gon handle me?” To: “I had to lock in when I found out he can handle me.”EXACTLYYYYYYYYYYYYY this!! @theestallion #lovergirl,” one X (formerly Twitter user wrote. Another user noted that critics couldn’t appreciate the track because Megan specifically “made this song for the hotties.” They noted the rapper sounded “happy and content,” unlike previous tracks like “Cobra” and “Anxiety.” They added, “This absolutely warms my heart #lovergirl.” The track samples Total’s 1996 track, “Kissing You” On the other hand, some fans found the song’s lyrics repetitive and uninspired. “I was reallllllllly hoping #LoverGirl wouldn’t do what I THOUGHT it would, which is not take off. It’s a cute song, but I needed that beat to JUMP so I could BOP, and it didn’t,” one person wrote. “I’m so disappointed.” Another X account, called the track “cute,” however certain lyrics didn’t resonate with them. “Overall, Lover Girl is cute. I’m living for the “my man my man my baby…” part, but I didn’t care for the “pop that p*ssy part.. I felt like it could’ve been something else that gave more sexy/romantic vibes.” Earlier this year, Megan released another track, titled “Whenever,” which also received a mixed response from fans and critics alike. While many praised her sharp rapping skills, others again pointed out that her lyrical content was repetitive.

Rod Wave is caught in a heated social media storm after a woman named Zaria came forward claiming he is the father of her child. What began as a few posts has now turned into a full-blown online feud, with both sharing screenshots and statements on Instagram to back up their sides of the story. Zaria resurfaced early Friday morning with a new round of posts after previously speaking out earlier in the week. In her latest messages, she reignited the paternity drama, accusing Rod Wave of ignoring their alleged child and being what she called a “deadbeat.” She also shared what she claimed were text exchanges with the rapper, insisting that he had been messaging her through a TextNow app. “TODAY GONE BE THE DAY ALL YOU H* STOP PLAYING WITH MY NAME. Y’all been playing with me n my jit for 8 months straight. TODAY ALL THAT END THO F* SAVING FACE,” she wrote. In another post, Zaria continued venting her frustration. “Got all the time in the world for everything else but can’t take care of your kid, let alone even try to spend time with her. ALL THIS S*** BE FLAW AF, PUT ON TOOOOO F******* BAD,” she said. Rod Wave wasted no time responding to the paternity claims. Taking to his Instagram Story, he claimed the screenshots were fake and called Zaria’s behavior obsessive. “Fake messages is another level of delusional behavior. Obsessed fan sh*,” he wrote. Zaria fired back quickly, standing by her claims that the messages were real. The rapper later added another post denying any contact with her. “I don’t even text my momma, let alone a stranger. I don’t know you, girl,” he said, also swearing on his children that the messages weren’t from him. Despite the tension, Rod later posted a lighthearted clip with one of his twin daughters, writing, “Ion play dem type games, dat ain’t my character.”

Yung Miami is far from letting this one go. The City Girls star jumped back on X with another round of posts, making it clear she’s still heated about Tyla’s new single “Chanel.” Miami insists that the South African singer took inspiration from a track she previewed long before Tyla’s release. According to Miami, her unreleased song “Take Me to Chanel” was played privately for Tyla. Shortly after, Tyla dropped her own version of a Chanel-themed record, complete with the hook “Put me in Chanel.” That timing didn’t sit right with Miami, who told her followers, “This girl really ran off with my song and ion know how to feel about it mind you I played this song for this girl. Like…. B*tch I’m confused! Take me to Chanel > put me in Chanel.” Get in the car we’re going to CHANEL!!! — Yung Miami (@YungMiami305) October 24, 2025 As Tyla’s “CHANEL” video hit streaming platforms Friday, Miami reignited the conversation with a series of tweets. Fans flooded her mentions with comments and jokes about the situation, and one even suggested she change her song title. “Sista @YungMiami305 we can’t do Take Me To Balenciaga tho?” the fan wrote. Miami quickly shot that down, replying, “No, I’m still taking y’all to Chanel! #YM1.” Even though the drama has stirred plenty of buzz online, Miami’s confidence in her version hasn’t wavered. She’s standing on her claim that the concept was hers first and plans to prove it when she drops the track herself. Meanwhile, Tyla has yet to respond publicly to the accusations, focusing instead on promoting her latest release. Now that both artists are heading to “Chanel” in their own way, fans are waiting to see whose version will dominate. One thing is certain: Yung Miami isn’t done talking about it anytime soon.

In a new interview with Extra TV, 50 Cent shared what pop artist he’s been waiting to work with, and the answer might shock you: Taylor Swift. Despite being in retirement, 50 Cent says he’d love nothing more than to collaborate with the singer. That said, he understands the 35-year-old pop sensation is quite busy these days. “You got to ask her because you know how big Taylor Swift is right now? She has to have a record that sounds like it might sound good with 50,” he told the outlet. Swift, who recently dropped off her latest album, The Life of A Showgirl, had name-dropped the rapper on the track, “Ruin the Friendship.” The song appears to be inspired by an unrequited relationship between friends in high school. “Wilted corsage dangles from my wrist/Over his shoulder, I catch a glimpse,” Swift sings. “And see (mm-mm), You lookin’ at me/And it was not, an invitation/ But as the 50 Cent song played (song played)/ Should’ve kissed you anyway (anyway).” Swift named-dropped 50 Cent on her latest album, ‘The Life of A Showgirl’ “It really is cool because when she makes the reference, it’s to what was going on in culture at that time. The music, you couldn’t miss it,” he told Extra. “What she was making reference to is the period that no one was more prominent in music at that point.” Earlier this month, he boasted about the shout-out on social media, writing, “@taylorswift sh*t is popping right now. She shout me out, she don’t shout you out. LOL. THIS IS FOR BIG TIMERS ONLY! I’m the only shout out on the whole album.” Fif also revealed that he’s a big fan of the singer’s fiancée, NFL star Travis Kelce. “I like her boyfriend, too. I like the team, I like KC,” he said. “I do [like them together]. I like it a lot better than the last thing he had going on. It’s a lot better.”

During a recent TikTok live, Megan Thee Stallion revealed that the third installment of her MEGAN series is on the way. The Houston native noted that she’s not only making this project for the Hotties, but for her haters as well. “I’m bout to give the hotties what they’re asking for. I’m bout to give the notties what they’re looking for.” The comment section was immediately sent into a frenzy. That said, the rapper has not yet revealed an official release date. The “Whenever” rapper did note, however, that there could be a tour in the works for 2026. Megan’s last project, Act 2, worked as a deluxe version of her MEGAN album, which was released in June 2024. Guest appearances on the project included Flo Milli, Twice, Spiritbox, and RM of BTS. Upon its release, it debuted at number three on the US Billboard 200, selling nearly 64,000 units. To promote the project the rapper embarked on her first headlining concert, The Hot Girl Summer Tour. Hotties Megan said her next album Act III coming and she might go on another Hotgirl Summer Tour in 2026 pic.twitter.com/H6jwIapbrd — theequeenstallion1Fan Account (@queen_stallion1) October 25, 2025 Megan Thee Stallion’s ‘Lover Girl’ Tops iTunes Chart Despite Mixed Reviews In other news, Megan Thee Stallion recently dropped off her latest track, “Lover Girl.” Despite being highly anticipated by fans, after weeks of teasers from the rapper, it left critics and fans divided. Nevertheless, the track, which samples Total’s 1996 hit “Kissing You,” debuted at No.1 on the iTunes chart. The song appears to be inspired by Megan’s new beau, NBA star Klay Thompson. Many fans praised “Lover Girl” for its production and appreciated Megan’s ability to show a softer, more romantic side. “Megan Thee Stallion went from: “Handle me, who gon handle me?” To: “I had to lock in when I found out he can handle me.”EXACTLYYYYYYYYYYYYY this!! @theestallion #lovergirl,” one X (formerly Twitter user wrote. On the other hand, some fans found the song’s lyrics repetitive and uninspired.  “I was reallllllllly hoping #LoverGirl wouldn’t do what I THOUGHT it would, which is not take off. It’s a cute song, but I needed that beat to JUMP so I could BOP, and it didn’t,” one person wrote. “I’m so disappointed.”