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Yahoo
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
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Hip-Hop Has a History of Misogyny. The Internet is Making it Worse
This week, the Sean 'Diddy' Combs trial began. The government's star witness is Cassie, Combs' ex, whom he settled a November 2023 sexual assault lawsuit to the tune of $20 million. Her lawsuit alleged sexual assault, physical abuse, and coercion to participate in prolonged sex acts deemed 'freak offs.' Throughout her testimony, Cassie went into graphic detail on a relationship she said became more based on 'shame' and 'guilt' than genuine love. She said that he sexually assaulted her in 2018 and that she participated in so many 'freak offs' that she couldn't estimate a precise number, and one session lasted four days. On social media, where content creators have been dissecting the case, some commenters have been distressingly sympathetic to Diddy's defense. More from Rolling Stone Sean Combs Trial: Dawn Richard Tells Jury She Witnessed Violent Assault on Cassie Cassie Ventura and Husband Speak Out: 'This Horrific Chapter Is Forever Put Behind Us' Cassie Ventura to Sean Combs: 'I'm Not a Rag Doll. I'm Someone's Child' Boosie spoke for many naysayers when he posted on X, 'I don't see no crimes committed in this case,' ignoring Cassie's abuse, rape, and assault accusations to make a sweeping claim, as if she's not merely one witness detailing one portion of the government's case. Federal prosecutors have stated that they already have documentation of Combs trafficking sex workers across state lines for prostitution (and he allegedly did so with an infrastructure of employees who facilitated his activities). Cassie also alleged that Combs was physically violent toward her 'too frequently' (sex worker Daniel Phillip revealed two previously unpublicized instances of Combs hitting her). She said she could only get through the 'painful' sessions with drugs that numbed her. After filming the acts at his behest, Combs allegedly blackmailed her with the threat of releasing videos when she tried to leave him. As a signee to Combs' Bad Boy Records, Cassie's music career was in his hands. After leaving Combs, Cassie said she became suicidal during rehab and therapy, where she wrote down everything she had been through with him in book format. 'I was spinning out,' she told prosecutors. 'I didn't want to be alive anymore at that point.' Yet, she was strong enough to go forward with the lawsuit that prompted other allegations, and once and for all, crumbling the 'Brother Love' facade Diddy had shrouded himself in. She was vulnerable enough to be open about her mistreatment on the stand. But the 'reward' for her bravery has been having onlookers, none of whom were in the rooms with them, picking apart her testimony with an implicit sense of suspicion. They've also sensationalized her trauma. A case with such grisly allegations deserves to be addressed with an empathetic tone that centers the alleged survivor's pain. But social media is full of media personalities and onlookers discussing the Combs trial with the timbre of a gossip blogger recounting a Real Housewives episode. Headlines have focused on how urine and semen played into their sexual encounters, immediately reducing her account to the most salacious bits. Independent journalist Loren Lorosa gave a hasty recap of Cassie's cross-examination from right outside the courtroom, noting, 'Unfortunately, I don't think Puff is gonna walk away scot-free,' during a three-minute video where she was speaking off the cuff about sensitive issues that deserve measured recounting. YouTuber Tisa Tells, who was in Max's The Fall Of Diddy documentary, boasted about having 'exclusive tea' in one of her trial recaps. Social media is rife with fresh baby oil and 'Diddy party' jokes, as if we're all talking about a sketch comedy show instead of a woman recounting trauma that she almost didn't make it back from. The rampant skepticism of Cassie and the ridicule of her pain reflect a societal conditioning that denies Black women genuine victimhood. Misogynoir is a systemic issue worldwide. But the way it's manifesting in the hip-hop community, fueled by an online culture increasingly influenced by the misogynistic 'manosphere,' is more suffocating than ever. More than excitement over new music or artists, the recent rap-related headlines have been dominated by stories of women being diminished. We've seen several other examples just this week. Singer/actress Halle Bailey recently filed a restraining order against streamer/rapper DDG, whom she accused of repeated physical and verbal abuse. In her complaint, Bailey stated that DDG's false livestream claims have 'caused me to feel afraid and victimized. His fans then threaten me. I am often scared for my life and Halo's safety.' In response, several of DDG's streamer peers are publicly siding with him. DDG found out about the restraining order live on media personality Adin Ross' stream. Without seeing any of the details, Ross knee-jerkingly told Halle, 'Stop these fake allegations, this is a father…this is a good human being.' Streamer Plaqueboymax opined that he wants to see 'concrete evidence' of DDG's guilt before stepping away from him. DDG has also received public support from streamers DJ Ghost, Deshae Frost, and N3on. Despite Halle giving the court several instances of violence and providing post-assault photos, her victimhood is being denied by many. His supporters have started a #ProtectDDG movement online. The DDG solidarity exemplifies the rampant misogyny present on much of the internet. 'Manosphere' figures such as Andrew Tate have espoused a rigid view of masculinity that denies women their volition and humanity on platforms like DJ Akademiks' stream, where the two commiserated on single mothers being unworthy of dating. Adin Ross, one of the people who spoke in support of DDG, has had Tate on his stream numerous times. Last October, he was getting a haircut on stream while Nick Fuentes and Tate agreed that 'women can't lead because women aren't soldiers.' Adin Ross recently caught the ire of many by calling Doechii a 'bitch' and an 'unintelligent piece of shit' after a Met Gala clip of her cursing at assistants went viral. He's said that he lost two sponsorships because of the comments, where the vitriolic tone of his extended diatribe verged on racism. The sad reality is that as Doechii continues to elevate as an artist, the misogyny toward her will rise, too. The deeper societal issue lies with the young people consuming this content. The Netflix show Adolescence depicted a young boy's 'Manosphere' radicalization which resulted in him killing a young girl who had rejected him and called him an incel. In a report about the show, Allysa Czerwinsky, a male-supremacism and online extremism researcher told Rolling Stone that the show reflects real-world dynamics with 'pervasive narratives of victimhood, of limited agency, of limited self-worth that are festering into this emotional turmoil,' and manosphere content 'offer them a really easy solution' to decide, ''women are responsible for this.'' The internet at one point served as a vehicle for survivors via #MeToo and other movements. Since Alyssa Milano encouraged other women who'd experienced assault to reply 'me too' on X (then Twitter), a wave of people have come forward about harassment and assault they'd previously suffered in silence. The #MeToo movement, in particular, has laid bare the culture of coercion and abuse that permeates every institution and created space for women to feel supported by online communities. But in recent times, it feels like there has been pushback led by a swathe of men prone to challenge women coming forward. The streamer Sneako, who's frequently streamed with Ross, has surmised that 'a woman's worth is what she looks like and a man's worth is your masculinity, is your respect.' Myron Gaines of the popular 'manosphere' podcast Fresh N Fit, wrote that 'Women are benefiting unfairly at nearly every man's expense' in his book Why Women Deserve Less. Like with Cassie and Hallie, Megan Thee Stallion has been a victim of the internet's propensity to ridicule women. The widespread doubt that Megan's faced since her shooting seems rooted in the same misogynoir that Diddy and DDG defenders are using. Some people deny that she was even shot. And now, people are speculating that Roc Nation orchestrated Tory's prison stabbing because they knew Kelsey Harris' bodyguard, Bradley James, was going to come forward and accuse her of the August 2020 shooting. Megan's In Her Words documentary detailed that after being shot, she's experienced ensuing waves of trauma induced by the barrage of harassment and conspiracy theories sent her way (some revealed to have been devised by Tory himself). Logic says that the blame for James not taking the stand during Tory's trial rests with him or the Toronto artist's defense team. But instead, the circumstance has spurred even more harassment toward Megan, picking at a figurative wound that may never get the chance to heal. Writer Joan Morgan's book, When Chickenheads Come Home To Roost identified the quandary women have long faced by enjoying hip-hop while being primary targets of their favorite artists' ire. 'How did we go from fly-girls to bitches and hos in our brothers eyes?,' she asks in the 1999 book. She also wrote, 'We have come to a point in our history, however, when black- on-black love —A love that survived slavery, lynching, segregation, poverty and racism —is in serious danger.' That fracture is apparent in the community's divisiveness surrounding high-profile assault accusations. Black women see the avidity with which men deny Cassie, Megan, and now Hallie their victimhood, and are justified in pondering how it dovetails with their disproportionate domestic violence rates. The Institute of Women's Policy Research reported that more than 40% of Black women have experienced intimate partner physical violence, intimate partner sexual violence, and/or intimate partner stalking, higher than the national average of 31%. In February 2024, the Lancet medical journal reported that Black women are six times more likely to be killed than white women (51.3% of Black female homicides are related to intimate partner violence). Over the past several years, hip-hop's supposed decline has been a prevailing storyline. Though plenty of indie acts are releasing exciting work, the bulk of broader rap discourse has centered on a lack of exciting music in the major label orbit and a dearth of Billboard success for hip-hop artists. In that perceived breach of great music, violence against women has become a dishearteningly common topic. And if that trend continues, alongside more exposés of abuse from once-beloved artists and executives, and more misogynist fan-flaming from media personalities, it's worth wondering how many women will consider leaving hip-hop music behind altogether. Best of Rolling Stone The 50 Greatest Eminem Songs All 274 of Taylor Swift's Songs, Ranked The 500 Greatest Albums of All Time
Yahoo
09-04-2025
- Entertainment
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This Scary Incident Left Rapper Boosie Badazz in Pretty Rough Shape
Attention Charlotte, NC residents! If you're looking for rapper Boosie Badazz to appear at the upcoming Millennium Tour concert, he may or may not be in attendance based on the events from Monday afternoon. Police say he was involved in a horrifying accident leaving the rap artist peeled out of his vehicle. Police say the rapper was riding through Union City, Ga. around 3:30 p.m. when the incident occurred. Authorities say two cars collided at the intersection of South Fulton and Mason Road. One of those vehicles, a lime green and black BMW, was seen in bystander video with some serious damage. The vehicle was seen with all its doors open, surrounded by debris and appearing to have deployed all four of its airbags. The vehicle also appeared to be hit head-on. In the video, several individuals were found lying on the ground, holding themselves in pain. A few feet from the vehicle, Boosie was found shirtless, being held up by another individual. According to TMZ, multiple people were hospitalized. The outlet reported that Boosie was not listed on the police report indicating he was not the driver. However, authorities suspect he was a passenger in the backseat, according to TMZ's report. There are no current details pertaining to the vehicle Boosie and his crew allegedly collided with. Boosie was headed to his next stop on the Millennium Tour which is scheduled for Charlotte on Thursday. Following the incident, it's unclear if the rapper was hospitalized but he took to social media to confirm he was okay after the horrifying video circulated. 'IM GOOD, BANGED UP BUT GOOD. GOD GOT ME,' the rapper wrote to Facebook. I don't know, Charlotte. Y'all might just be in luck this week! For the latest news, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
Yahoo
09-04-2025
- Entertainment
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Rapper Lil Boosie Badazz Involved In Car Accident
Lil Boosie Badazz, best known for churning out the albums Youngest of da Camp and For My Thugz, was recently involved in a car accident in Georgia. This has sparked widespread concern and curiosity among fans, who wish to know about the rapper's well-being and whether he suffered any significant injuries. So, was Lil Boosie Badazz in a car accident? Here is what we have learned. Yes, Lil Boosie Badazz was in a car accident. Boosie Badazz took to Facebook to address the accident, revealing he was all right. 'IM GOOD. BANGED UP. BUT GOOD,' he wrote. 'GOD GOT ME.' The accident took place on Monday, shortly after 3:30 p.m., in Union City, Georgia. Two cars collided at the South Fulton and Mason Road intersection, resulting in the hospitalization of multiple people. However, Boosie was not listed on the police report detailing the accident, as per TMZ, who learned of it from the Union City Police Department. The police department also confirmed that Boosie was not the driver. Boosie Badazz was not hurt during the accident, according to The Breakfast Club's Loren Lorosa, who had spoken with the 42-year-old rapper's publicist. Moreover, Lorosa mentioned that Boosie had only gone to the hospital to check on his driver. Furthermore, Lorosa mentioned that Boosie had been in the passenger seat browsing on his phone, only looking up for a second just before the accident. She also mentioned that the car Boosie was in belonged to his driver. Footage from the aftermath of the incident, recorded by an eyewitness, shows a green and black BMW with its doors open. Also seen in the footage were two people lying on the ground beside the doors. One person was wearing a red jacket, while the other sported a pink hoodie. Moreover, some black debris was spotted near the car. The footage incorrectly names the location of the accident as Memphis. Lil Boosie Badazz is currently busy with his Millennium Tour 2025. He is scheduled to perform in Charlotte, North Carolina, on Thursday. Originally reported by Abdul Azim Naushad on ComingSoon. The post Rapper Lil Boosie Badazz Involved In Car Accident appeared first on Mandatory.
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Express Tribune
09-04-2025
- Automotive
- Express Tribune
Boosie Badazz replaces totaled BMW hours after crash
Boosie Badazz didn't let the pain of a recent crash keep him down for long. Just hours after a multi-car accident totaled his BMW, the Louisiana rapper was spotted at a dealership, picking up a brand-new white BMW. Despite still recovering from the crash, Boosie, who was seen limping and needing assistance to walk, was determined to get behind the wheel again. In a video posted on April 8, Boosie told dealership staff, 'I'm injured right now. I can't really walk.' However, after test-driving his new car, he noted, 'Feeling a little better now,' and made plans to return the following day to choose a second vehicle. The crash, which occurred on April 7 in Union City, Georgia, left Boosie's green and black BMW, valued at over $100,000, completely wrecked. The rapper, however, made it clear on Instagram that he wasn't the one behind the wheel. In a video, Boosie stated, 'No, I ain't wreck no f###### car. I don't never wreck no car. Stupid ass n##### wreck my cars. My fourth car in six months. I ain't never wreck s###.' According to police reports, Boosie was a passenger during the crash. They confirmed that a driver ran a red light at high speed, triggering the multi-car collision. Though Boosie suffered minor injuries, including being visibly shaken and shirtless at the scene, he was able to walk. Several others involved in the crash were hospitalized. Earlier that day, Boosie shared on Facebook that he was 'good' despite being 'banged up,' thanking God for his survival.
Yahoo
09-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Rapper Boosie Badazz involved in serious car accident in Georgia
Rapper Boosie Badazz says he suffered minor injuries but managed to walk away from a serious car accident Monday afternoon outside Atlanta. The accident took place around 3:30 p.m. in the suburb of Union City when two vehicles collided at the intersection of South Fulton and Mason Road, local authorities told TMZ. Police said multiple people were hospitalized as a result of the crash. The accident was allegedly caused by a driver who ran through a red light at high speed, though it's unclear which vehicle was responsible. Boosie, who was riding in a BMW, was reportedly not behind the wheel. In a video recorded by an eyewitness, the green-and-black BMW can be seen at an intersection as its passengers lay on the ground visibly in pain. The car appears to have been hit head-on, and debris can be seen strewn across the road in front of it. In a Facebook post, the rapper formerly known as Lil' Boosie confirmed that he's OK in the wake of the crash. 'I'm good. Banged up. But good,' he wrote. 'God got me.' Boosie is currently on his Millennium Tour and is scheduled to continue with his next stop in Charlotte, North Carolina, on Thursday. _____
