May 01, 2012 04:37:23 GMT The feud between Weezy and Darius 'Deezle' Harrison over unpaid royalties of 'Tha Charter III' songs is settled for an undisclosed amount of money. Photo credit: Adriana M. Barraza/WENN has reached agreement in a dispute with Darius "Deezle" Harrison over royalties of his songs in "" including "Lollipop". The rap mogul was sued by the producer for $20 million, but the case was dismissed after they managed to settle it out of court. Deezle took legal action against Weezy last year, claiming that he produced several songs in the 2008 album but he was never paid properly for his work. Details of the agreement between the two parties were kept confidential. Weezy has been repeatedly slapped with lawsuits regarding some of his songs including "BedRock" and "How to Love". The rapper was once sued over unpaid royalties by producers, and he's additionally accused of stealing music beat from other

Lil Wayne has settled a US$20 million lawsuit with a producer who claimed the rapper failed to pay him for work on his hit 2008 album Tha Carter III . Grammy winner Darius Harrison, who goes by the name Deezle, sued the hip-hop star last year over allegations he was owed money for his contribution to songs including Lil Wayne's popular track Lollipop. The two sides have now reached a confidential settlement to bring the legal action to a close, according to TMZ.com. The terms of the settlement were not released. WENN.com

Lil Wayne recently settled a lawsuit filed by New Orleans producer Deezle last year, claiming he wasn't properly compensated for his contributions to the rapper's work. The producer (real name: Darius Harrison) filed suit against Weezy in early 2011, claiming to have produced several tracks from the rapper's multi-platinum 2008 album, Tha Carter III , including hits such as "Lollipop," "Mrs. Officer," "Whip It," and "Let The Beat Build". Deezle claims that Lil Wayne and Cash Money Records grossed more than $70 million in revenue off the music he produced, and was seeking $20 million of that total. Although Wayne initially denied Deezle's claims, both sides have settled out-of-court, agreeing to a confidential agreement, reports TMZ . As of press time, details about the settlement were not released. The case has been dismissed.

News: Lil Wayne Finally Works Out A Sweet Deal, Settles $20 Mil "Lollipop" Lawsuit Monday, Apr 30, 2012 12:15PM Written by Cyrus Langhorne Grammy-winning rapper Lil Wayne has reportedly worked out a sweet deal by finally settling a $20 million lawsuit surrounding his 2008 Tha Carter III hit, "Lollipop." While settlement details are scarce, reports claim Wayne has come down to an agreement . Lil Wayne has finally struck a truce with a bitter ex-producer over the Grammy Award-winning "Lollipop" and other songs -- settling the producer's $20 lawsuit out of court. TMZ broke the story ... producer Darius Harrison -- aka Deezle -- sued Weezy over the album "Tha Carter III," claiming he produced several songs on the record, including "Lollipop," but was never paid for his work. According to Darius, the album grossed over $70 million -- and he wanted $20 million to call it even. Wayne initially shot him down -- claiming Darius had no gr

Getty Images The epic legal battle Deezle v. Weezy has come to an end. According to TMZ, rapper Lil Wayne has settled out of court with Darius "Deezle" Harrison , the producer who filed a lawsuit in 2011 seeking $20 million for his contributions to the 2008 album Tha Carter III . Details of the settlement have not been released, but according to the gossip site, the case has been dropped. Wayne initially denied Deezle's claims, but in a statement last April , the apparently wronged beatsmith predicted that things would turn out in his favor. "At this time I am owed a sufficient amount of money and will protect the rights afforded me by the State of New York," he said. "My team is of the opinion that the matter will be resolved in a timely fashion." Watch Lil Wayne's 'Mirror' Video Feat. Bruno Mars Follow @theboombox on Twitter | Like Us on Facebook | Sign Up for Newsletter Download Lil Wayne Songs | Buy Lil Wayne Albums

Exclusive Lil Wayne has finally struck a truce with a bitter ex-producer over the Grammy Award-winning "Lollipop" and other songs -- settling the producer's $20 lawsuit out of court. TMZ broke the story ... producer Darius Harrison -- aka Deezle -- sued Weezy over the album "Tha Carter III," claiming he produced several songs on the record, including "Lollipop," but was never paid for his work. According to Darius, the album grossed over $70 million -- and he wanted $20 million to call it even. Wayne initially shot him down -- claiming Darius had no grounds to sue -- but the two parties recently reached a confidential agreement, finally settling the case. The case has since been dismissed.

by Hip-Hop Wired April 29, 2012, 21:03pm These pics and video of Lil Wayne kicking it with some more of his skate buddies hit the Internets days ago but we figured we'd share anyway. Weezy along with skate pros Torey Pudwill, Theotis Beasley, Shane O'Neill and Paul Rodriguez are featured on the cover of CCS Magazine's Summer 2012 issue. It's so cool just to be allowed to be in their circle, let alone skate with them, says Lil Wayne of the cover shoot in a statement. Just to be allowed to kick it with these guys is cool cause they them dudesTorey Pudwill, Theotis, Paul Rodriguez, Shane O'Neill...if I can skate with these dudes I can skate with anybody. Peep the video from the shoot below and photos, including the cover, in the gallery. MORE ON HIP-HOP WIRED! 10 Reasons Why Kanye West And Kim Kardashian Won't Last 9 Very Rare Looks At Athletes Doing Lil B's Cooking Dance Nike LeBron 9 P.S. Elite Varsity Maize' & 'South Beach' Official Ima

Weezy dropped some insight on his fabled I Can't Feel My Face collabo album with Juelz Santana on the latest episide of MTV's Hip-Hop POV. In a interview with Amanda Seales, Wayne explained how the Dipset rapper's legal issues hindered the album from being competed. "I actually got at [Juelz] when I got out and told 'I think it's time we really capitilize on that.' I don't know what it is. 'Elz is going through some legal soemthing, some legal problems and he can't work how he want to work because they shut down his studio," Weezy told MTV. "So I sent him some music and he didn't send them back in the same the time that I work , therefore I started putting extra verses on. And now what probably would have been I Can't Feel My Face is now 'I Am Not A Human Being II.'" Late last year, Juelz told VIBE the album was still being working on. VIBE.COM

Young Money Entertainment toast to their rap industry success on label president Mack Maine 's new track 'Celebrate.' The New Orleans rhymer ropes in his business partner and childhood friend Lil Wayne while still leaving room for an unlikely appearance from Talib Kweli on the triumphant, horn-laden cut. Weezy gets his Breezy on, contributing both a verse and singing on the hook, crooning the chorus: "I got my mind right, money right, ready to ball/ Working hard today for a better tomorrow." YMCMB are grearing up to the release of a highly-anticipated follow-up to their 2009 group album We Are Young Money later this year, while still celebrating Top 5 album chart debuts from Tyga, Nicki Minaj and Drake in the past six months. One word... winning. Listen to 'Celebrate' below... Lil Wayne & Birdman Join Nicki Minaj For 'Roman Reloaded' Party... Beyonce Snubs Kim Kardashian From Her Circle Of Friends Urban Gossip & Lifestyle 50 Cent Plan

Weezy dropped some insight on his fabled I Can't Feel My Face collabo album with Juelz Santana on the latest episide of MTV's Hip-Hop POV. In a interview with Amanda Seales, Wayne explained how the Dipset rapper's legal issues hindered the album from being competed. "I actually got at [Juelz] when I got out and told 'I think it's time we really capitilize on that.' I don't know what it is. 'Elz is going through some legal soemthing, some legal problems and he can't work how he want to work because they shut down his studio," Weezy told MTV. "So I sent him some music and he didn't send them back in the same the time that I work , therefore I started putting extra verses on. And now what probably would have been I Can't Feel My Face is now 'I Am Not A Human Being II.'" Late last year, Juelz told VIBE the album was still being working on. VIBE.COM

Los Angeles , April 27 ( IANS ) Rapper Lil Wayne is launching his own signature skate sneaker with the brand Supra . "I've also signed with Supra, Dre Beats... I got my own Beats coming out soon... I get money," femalefirst.co.uk quoted Wayne as saying. Earlier this year, he debuted his Trukfit clothing line, inspired by his love for the street sport. The rapper has also sealed a deal with hip-hop legend Dr Dre to produce his own Beats By Dre headphones line.

Weezy dropped some insight on his fabled I Can't Feel My Face collabo album with Juelz Santana on the latest episide of MTV's Hip-Hop POV. In a interview with Amanda Seales, Wayne explained how the Dipset rapper's legal issues hindered the album from being competed. "I actually got at [Juelz] when I got out and told 'I think it's time we really capitilize on that.' I don't know what it is. 'Elz is going through some legal soemthing, some legal problems and he can't work how he want to work because they shut down his studio," Weezy told MTV. "So I sent him some music and he didn't send them back in the same the time that I work , therefore I started putting extra verses on. And now what probably would have been I Can't Feel My Face is now 'I Am Not A Human Being II.'" Late last year, Juelz told VIBE the album was still being working on. VIBE.COM

News: Lil Wayne Shelves Juelz Santana Joint LP For Good, "I've Moved On" Wednesday, Apr 25, 2012 10:07PM Written by Cyrus Langhorne Grammy-winning rapper Lil Wayne has finally shut down speculation on a joint effort alongside Juelz Santana , revealing their I Can't Feel My Face LP will never see the light of day. According to Weezy, their joint LP suffered setbacks due to legal issues with Santana. "I actually got at Elz when I got out and told him, 'Man, I think it's time we really capitalize on that,' " Wayne recalled to Amanda Seales of MTV's "Hip Hop POV" in an outtake from last week's episode. "He can't work how he wants to work because they shut down his studio [with a raid]," Wayne explained. "I sent him some music and he didn't send them back in the time-fashion that I work." Never one to remain idle, Tunechi took the songs that he had set aside for the joint album and repurposed them for

In line with its 27-year history as one of the most progressive retailers in skateboarding, CCS brought enlisted Lil Wayne, along with top skateboarding pros Torey Pudwill, Theotis Beasley, Shane O'Neill and Paul Rodriguez for its May issue cover and exclusive interview. "It's so cool just to be allowed to be in their circle, let alone skate with them," Lil Wayne said of his experience during the CCS cover shoot. "Just to be allowed to kick it with these guys is cool 'cause they them dudes -- Torey Pudwill, Theotis, Paul Rodriguez, Shane O'Neill... if I can skate with these dudes I can skate with anybody." While Weezy was excited to hang out with, and skate with pros, the skaters were just as excited to ride with the musical superstar who has played a role in their lives both on and off the board. "Wayne has taught me what work ethic is and he's taught me to continuously search for perfection," says pro skateboarder Paul Rodriguez. &quo

It seems like we've been talking about a Lil Wayne / Juelz Santana collabo album forever. But when the much-ballyhooed I Can't Feel My Face will actually drop is anyone's guess. While Weezy's 2010 jail stint definitely postponed the project, now Tunechi says when he got home, he reached out to his Dipset buddy to finally put their plans in motion. "I actually got at Elz when I got out and told him, 'Man, I think it's time we really capitalize on that,' " Wayne recalled to Amanda Seales of MTV's "Hip Hop POV" in an outtake from last week's episode. It's more than six years in the making, but for a time, I Can't Feel My Face was one of rap's most-anticipated projects. Now that Weezy has put his legal troubles behind him, it's Santana who's facing drama after his New Jersey recording studio was raided in January 2011. "He can't work how he wants to work because they shut down his studio," Wayne

Young Money rapper Lil Wayne took some time out from his day job for a spot of coaching over the weekend for charity event Celebrity Court of Dreams. The rapper took part in the event, held at the American Airlines Arena in Miami, which lets youngsters show off their talents while teaching them "patience and respect for authority and each other." The rapper, who was joined by a handful of celebrities, coached the YMCMB All Stars , while Baltimore Ravens offensive tackle Bryant McKinnie coached the South Beach All Stars . The seventh and eight grade players also got the chance to play alongside their favourite stars when Bow Wow made a guest appearance joining South Beach All Star and helping them reach a slim one-point win over YMCMB. Speaking to the kids, Weezy said: "Whatever dream you have, don't quit," "Don't let anyone try and stop you." Weezy seems to be getting quite sporty lately after confessing to his love of skateboarding just last

Sheldon Fox ABC26 News April 23, 2012 NEW ORLEANS A JPSO Deputy and veteran cop of 37 years is out of a job after being fired earlier this month for his role in the tasing of an arrestee in Marrero last year. Robert Hoobler, 55, says he was terminated from the sheriff's office April 13th after being suspended a day earlier in connection with the November 1 arrest of Leron Anderson, 32, who was picked up at his Marrero home for violating a protective order. A Jefferson Parish Crime report says Anderson kicked out a back window of a Hoobler's JPSO cruiser after he was cuffed and on the way to the Jefferson Parish Correctional Center. That's when Hoobler parked his squad car, commanded Anderson to stop and eventually discharged his electronic control device and used it four separate times on the arrestee, according to the report. The deputy's report states that Anderson did not heed warnings to stop kicking the door and broken window glass he had just shattered. He was tr

Lil Wayne has revealed plans to release his first signature shoe line. Earlier this year, Weezy debuted Trukfit, his signature clothing line inspired by skating and streetwear. His passion for the sport also lead him to team with Mountain Dew to build a new skate park in his native Louisiana. Now, his love of skating is yet again inspiring his latest venture. PHOTOS: Top 10 Highest Paid Music Artists Back in February, VIBE leaked that the hitmaker had plans of launching a shoe line, but the rapper remained relatively mum on the details. Now, Wayne has revealed plans of striking a deal with famed skate brand Supra to have a signature skater sneaker in the works. The Lollipop hitmaker said in his interview with MTV's Hip Hop Pov , "I've also signed with Supra," adding " Dr. Dre Beats , I've got my own beats coming out soon. I get money." STORY: Lil Waynes Upcoming Sneaker Stands on the Soles of Hip-Hop Giants Will you be hitting the skate ramp in a pai

Endorse (From VIBE's April/May 2012 Issue) Lil Waynes Trukfit Collection The Martian launches a label thats skate boy fresh --Mikey Fresh VIBE: Rapper clothing lines were popping at one point, but then fizzled. What made you start one now? Lil Wayne: I always had a clothing line. I never had the proper time, the proper name and never was really into it. Its probably been two or three years now, just never put it out. I was never satisfied with the design. Many of the pieces are very skateboard influenced. Yeah, it was just a natural thing. It represents where Im at and what Im about right now. Who were some of your initial inspirations? Just speaking to some of my homies that have clothing linesStevie Williams from DGK [Dirty Ghetto Kids], people like that. Do you plan on expanding into jeans and accessories? Were going to get into all that. I just have to approve everything. I approve all products and Im a very strict, unreasonable guy. Thats really the holdup on a lot of things.

Grammy-winning rapper Lil Wayne recently discussed her love for the skateboarding game and how an initial interest has turned into a full obsession. With skateboarding, Weezy admitted he has a better grip on who he is as a person. "Skating has become one of my pure passions, I believe I've found myself," Weezy said. "Let me give it to you this way, I needed something more. When I picked up that [skateboard] deck, I was like I want to skate, I want a ramp on my roof now." ( Ace Showbiz ) Last month, Wayne promised to become the best skateboarder alive by next year. "I promise you, this day, next year, I will be not ten times better, not a hundred times better, not a million times better, but the best," Weezy promised in a video dated March 12th. He's still got a long way to go, but Lil Wayne is taking this skateboarding thing very seriously, and you can see the improvement in this latest video. When Tunechi sets his mind to something, he takes it

Grammy-winning rapper Lil Wayne is looking past music and clothing line ventures after recently revealing plans to unleash his own Beats By Dre signature headphones. While brief with details , Weezy said fans could expect his own Beats in the near future. Lil Wayne shows his seriousness in the world of skateboarding, confirming to MTV that he is developing a skate shoe line. The rapper, who makes his fondness of the street sports public, has struck a deal with famous skate brand Supra to have his own sneaker coming out. Not giving a lot of details, Wayne said in his interview with MTV's "Hip Hop Pov", "I've also signed with Supra," adding "Dr. Dre Beats, I've got my own beats coming out soon. I get money." The shoe line will be independent of his clothing line Trukfit. ( Ace Showbiz ) Back in February, Wayne hinted at plans to launch his very own shoe line. "That will probably be further way down the line," Wayne said when asked abo

April 21, 2012 17:12:09 GMT The rapper reveals his new business venture with popular skate brand Supra and Dr. Dre Beats. Photo credit: /WENN shows his seriousness in the world of skateboarding, confirming to MTV that he is developing a skate shoe line. The rapper, who makes his fondness of the street sports public, has struck a deal with famous skate brand Supra to have his own sneaker coming out. Not giving a lot of details, Wayne said in his interview with MTV's "Hip Hop Pov", "I've also signed with Supra," adding "Dr. Dre Beats, I've got my own beats coming out soon. I get money." The shoe line will be independent of his clothing line Trukfit. Wayne actually had hinted this shoe venture back in February when he said, "I do have a shoe coming out soon but it won't be Trukfit, I have a shoe with a well-known company. I just don't want to say yet because I haven't dotted the line yet." Also in earlier interview with &quo

Even though the Grammys were over two months ago, Adele still has the chance to pick up even more awards. The 21 singer is among the list of 2012 Billboard Music Awards finalists, the magazine announced Friday. She is joined by LMFAO, Rihanna, Lady Gaga and Lil Wayne as finalists. Billboard announced that Adele leads them all as a finalist in 18 categories, including Top Artist, Top Female Artist and Top Billboard 200 Artist. Rolling In The Deep is a finalist in seven of the song categories. Lil Wayne, Lady Gaga, Rihanna and Katy Perry will compete against Adele in the Top Artist prize. LMFAO was just behind Adele, finishing as a finalist in 17 categories. The Party Rock Anthem performers will go up against Adele, Perry, Bruno Mars and Rihanna in the Top Hot 100 Artist category. E! News notes that Lil Wayne and Lady Gaga will compete in 10 categories, while Rihanna was nominated in 13. The new artist category includes Scotty McCreery, Wiz Khalifa, Big Sean, Foster the People and Bad

Lil Wayne has announced that he is partnering with footwear and apparel skatebrand company Supra to design and release his own signature kick for the brand. The 'How To Love' rapper has decided to combine his love of skateboarding with his love of fashion to collaborate with the shoe design company. I have also signed with Supra, Weezy officially announced on MTVs new show, Hip-Hop POV . Im about to get money, Wayne added with a smile. The deal should come as no surprise to those who have spotted Weezy wearing Supra over the course of the year, as well as the brand being tied to a number of hip-hop acts in the past. The sneaker deal with Supra comes in addition to Waynes new skater-friendly clothing line, TRUKFIT, and the YMCMB superstar is about to be blessed with his own line of Beats by Dre headphones. Last month, Wayne also signed with Mountain Dew to launch their DEWeezy campaign.nd company, but one thing we know is, is that Wayne will be repping for the forseable future.

Even though the Grammys were over two months ago, Adele still has the chance to pick up even more awards. The 21 singer is among the list of 2012 Billboard Music Awards finalists, the magazine announced Friday. She is joined by LMFAO, Rihanna, Lady Gaga and Lil Wayne as finalists. Billboard announced that Adele leads them all as a finalist in 18 categories, including Top Artist, Top Female Artist and Top Billboard 200 Artist. Rolling In The Deep is a finalist in seven of the song categories. Lil Wayne, Lady Gaga, Rihanna and Katy Perry will compete against Adele in the Top Artist prize. LMFAO was just behind Adele, finishing as a finalist in 17 categories. The Party Rock Anthem performers will go up against Adele, Perry, Bruno Mars and Rihanna in the Top Hot 100 Artist category. E! News notes that Lil Wayne and Lady Gaga will compete in 10 categories, while Rihanna was nominated in 13. The new artist category includes Scotty McCreery, Wiz Khalifa, Big Sean, Foster the People and Bad

Following her Grammy triumph in February, May 20 could be another big night for Adele , as the British siren is a finalist in 18 award categories at the Billboard Music Awards. According to Billboard , Adele is leading in categories including Top Artist, Top Female Artist and Top Billboard 200 Artist. Her breakthrough hit, "Rolling in the Deep," is a contender in seven different categories. Adele has plenty of female companionship, as and Lady Gaga are also finalists in a number of categories, with 13 for Rih Rih and 10 for Lady Gaga. Lil Wayne is also up for 10 categories, while party rockers LMFAO are finalists in 17. The awards are based on Billboard's chart rankings, and combine data from album sales and downloads, track downloads, radio airplay and touring in addition to streaming and social interactions with fans on Facebook, Twitter, Vevo, YouTube, Spotify and other popular online music services. The show will take place at Las Vegas' MGM Grand and be broad

Even though the Grammys were over two months ago, Adele still has the chance to pick up even more awards. The 21 singer is among the list of 2012 Billboard Music Awards finalists, the magazine announced Friday. She is joined by LMFAO, Rihanna, Lady Gaga and Lil Wayne as finalists. Billboard announced that Adele leads them all as a finalist in 18 categories, including Top Artist, Top Female Artist and Top Billboard 200 Artist. Rolling In The Deep is a finalist in seven of the song categories. Lil Wayne, Lady Gaga, Rihanna and Katy Perry will compete against Adele in the Top Artist prize. LMFAO was just behind Adele, finishing as a finalist in 17 categories. The Party Rock Anthem performers will go up against Adele, Perry, Bruno Mars and Rihanna in the Top Hot 100 Artist category. E! News notes that Lil Wayne and Lady Gaga will compete in 10 categories, while Rihanna was nominated in 13. The new artist category includes Scotty McCreery, Wiz Khalifa, Big Sean, Foster the People and Bad

Following her Grammy triumph in February, May 20 could be another big night for Adele , as the British siren is a finalist in 18 award categories at the Billboard Music Awards. According to Billboard , Adele is leading in categories including Top Artist, Top Female Artist and Top Billboard 200 Artist. Her breakthrough hit, "Rolling in the Deep," is a contender in seven different categories. Adele has plenty of female companionship, as and Lady Gaga are also finalists in a number of categories, with 13 for Rih Rih and 10 for Lady Gaga. Lil Wayne is also up for 10 categories, while party rockers LMFAO are finalists in 17. The awards are based on Billboard's chart rankings, and combine data from album sales and downloads, track downloads, radio airplay and touring in addition to streaming and social interactions with fans on Facebook, Twitter, Vevo, YouTube, Spotify and other popular online music services. The show will take place at Las Vegas' MGM Grand and be broad

Following her Grammy triumph in February, May 20 could be another big night for Adele , as the British siren is a finalist in 18 award categories at the Billboard Music Awards. According to Billboard , Adele is leading in categories including Top Artist, Top Female Artist and Top Billboard 200 Artist. Her breakthrough hit, "Rolling in the Deep," is a contender in seven different categories. Adele has plenty of female companionship, as and Lady Gaga are also finalists in a number of categories, with 13 for Rih Rih and 10 for Lady Gaga. Lil Wayne is also up for 10 categories, while party rockers LMFAO are finalists in 17. The awards are based on Billboard's chart rankings, and combine data from album sales and downloads, track downloads, radio airplay and touring in addition to streaming and social interactions with fans on Facebook, Twitter, Vevo, YouTube, Spotify and other popular online music services. The show will take place at Las Vegas' MGM Grand and be broad

Adele , LMFAO , Rihanna , Lady Gaga and Lil Wayne lead the finalists for the 2012 Billboard Music Awards, which will take place at Las Vegas' MGM Grand and be broadcast live Sunday May 20, 8/7c on ABC. FULL LIST: 2012 BILLBOARD MUSIC AWARDS FINALISTS Adele takes the lead as a finalist in 18 award categories, including Top Artist, Top Female Artist and Top Billboard 200 Artist. "Rolling In The Deep," the lead single from her blockbuster sophomore album "21," places the U.K. singer as a contender in seven song categories. Carrie Underwood, Justin Bieber, More to Perform at the Billboard Music Awards Meanwhile, LMFAO is a finalist in 17 award categories, although the electro-pop duo actually scored 22 entries compared to Adele's 20. LMFAO and Adele will square off in the Top Hot 100 Artist category, which also includes Bruno Mars, Katy Perry and Rihanna. Speaking of Rihanna, the pop superstar is a finalist in 13 categories this year, after leading the pack wi

Lil Wayne can date models and pop bottles with the best of 'em, he says on tonight's all-new " Hip Hop POV ," but when he needs to unwind and really center himself, there's no place that he'd rather be than cruisin' around atop a skateboard. So much for makin' it rain... The rapper talks about slipping away from the rap culture once in awhile in the sneak peek of tonight's all-new episode below. Weezy tells show host Amanda Seales that there's a different feel to a crowd of half-pipe dwellers, and that he's become good friends with the "funnest and coolest people." "I can just let it all be," he says of the time he spends balancing on four wheels. "I don't even wear jewelry no more." + Get a good glimpse of the interview below, and make sure to check out an all-new episode of "Hip Hop POV" tonight at midnight. ]]>

Remember when Lil Wayne talked about his plans to record an album called Luv Sawngz a few years ago? He wanted to use Autotunemuch like Kanye West did on his 2008 album, 808s & Heartbreak to create an album full of R&B songs. "F--- it," he told Blender in 2008. "I'm not even a rapper. I'm past thatI'm an R&B singer now. Call me T-Wayne." Fortunately, that album never saw the light of day. Unfortunately , though, the idea for it might be back again . During MTV's debut installment of their new show, Hip Hop POV , last week, Weezy appeared and talked about a new album called Devol that he's working on right now. According to him, it features a handful of tracks that he wrote while he was in jail in 2010 and they're all "love songs"at least, by his standards. "What I mean by my version of love songs is meaning they're not saying, 'I love you,'" he said. "It's all material I did when I was

Lil Wayne has admitted that his new passion for boarding has "changed his attitude." Speaking to MTVs talk show Hip Hop POV , the rapper said: Ive become friends with the most funniest and coolest people. But these kids that come from the skate world, it is so different and so awesome. I can just let it all be. I dont even wear jewellery no more. But he was quick to add that he still had love for his hip-hop homies, saying: I would pop a bottle with you guys any day. I would make it rain with you any day, brother. The Young Money boss' new hobby landed him in hot water a few weeks back when his entourage were accused of assaulting a photographer. Earlier this week, Ghostface Killah agreed with Weezy's views on skateboarding and says it is now very much a part of hip-hop culture. His interview will be featured on the shows next epidsode. Lil Wayne and Birdman join Nicki Minaj for Roman Reloaded party... Big Fendi Slams Nicki Minaj For Deleting Twitter Account Dezmo

5 Reasons Why You Should Buy...: TRUKFIT: "It's A Lil Wayne Clothing Line. What Else Could You Ask For?" Wednesday, Apr 18, 2012 12:05AM Written by Amber McKynzie for Mike Morris [Everyone has a clothing line, but according to Mike Morris, brand manager for TRUKFIT, none of them compare to the durable, stylish, street-ready apparel that Lil Wayne's putting out. Here's his five reasons you need to hit the stores and copping Weezy's skate park, boardroom, studio-chic clothing line.] 1. Penthouse to the Street The number one reason is it's a Lil Wayne clothing line. What else could you ask for? You can pair it with a blazer, a cardigan [or] layer it up underneath a Henley and great pair of shoes. Just think about it, Wayne goes from meetings to studios to skate parks and arenas and [will] still be at home with his family. So he wouldn't sell you anything that you wouldn't be able to roll out with and still look cool. 2. Rare Aquis There's nothin

One minute Mystikal is performing classics and dancing to Michael Jacksoon 's "Thriller" at Lil Wayne 's 2012 DEWeezy SXSW show and the next he's headed to jail for probation violation. Lil Wayne Launches DEWeezy Campaign With SXSW Concert Louisiana's State District Judge Tony Marabella sentenced Mystikal, born Michael Tyler, to three months behind bars after the rapper was arrested on a misdemeanor charge of domestic abuse battery back on February 22 in Ascension Parish, Louisiana, according to The Advocate . Mystikal's attorney, Roy Maughan Jr. told The Advocate that Mystikal was given credit for the nine days he spent in jail after his arrest in February. "It was an unfortunate incident between two people who have cared a lot about each other for ten years,'' Maughan said of the domestic abuse battery arrest. Maughan continued to "describe Tyler and the victim as domestic partners." Mystikal's three-month bid comes two years

Ghostface Killah has agreed with Lil Wayne about skateboarding being a part of hip-hop culture. The Wu-Tang Clan legend believes that while skateboarding may have overtaken breakdancing as the physical element to rap music, he says he has been a fan of skateboarding since he was a child. " Skateboarding and hip-hop is one and the same," Ghostface told Karmaloop . "Hip-hop is a way of life. It's our way of life: how we walk, dress, talk, how we do things, b. Y'all say swagger - I don't like to say that word 'cus I've been using that shit a long time ago - but, you know, it's just what it is." "When we was break dancing, that was Hip Hop. Skateboarding, that's still hip-hop. I had a skateboard, too, when I was younger, you know what I meanall that shit is all together. It's a culture, yo. Whether you skiing or whatever b, it's all together." Do you agree with Ghostface? Is skateboarding now apart of hip-hop or has it a

Drake and Lil Wayne have released behind the scenes footage from the shoot of the 'HYFR (Hell Ya F***in' Right)' music video. The Young Money rappers can be seen having a wild party to celebrate Drake's second Bar Mitzvah. Trey Songz is among the attendees, including the rest of the YMCMB crew. Speaking about his decision to throw another ceremony to reaffirm his dedication to the Jewish faith, Drake says: "Im a proud young Jewish boy so when I had a Bar Mitzvah back in the day, my mom didnt really have that much money and we did it in a basement of an Italian restaurant." "I told myself that if I ever got rich, Id throw myself a re-Bar Mitzvah." The music video came under fire last week for "mocking" Judaism. Check out the behind-the-scenes footage below... Birdman and girlfriend party with Drake at Club Paradise after-party... Urban Gossip & Lifestyle Rita Ora Dating Drake Following Rob Kardashian Split? Kat Stacks Cleans Up Image Aft

You probably know him by his hit single, "Let It Rock," featuring Lil Wayne , but beyond that, Cash Money's first rock artist Kevin Rudolf ( @itskevinrudolf ) has made a career of operating behind-the-scenes, producing for other artists like Cobra Starship , Selena Gomez , Lifehouse and the Cash Money roster. He's coming out with a new album this summer, however, and it's a diversion from what he's been doing for the past few years. This record will be more about singer-songwriter and less about making club singles, Rudolf said. His first single, "Don't Give Up," recently premiered online and will be available on iTunes April 17. The track's video will hit Vevo on April 19, but we have an exclusive first look at the clip, filmed during the Occupy Wall Street protests, below. Watch a preview of Kevin Rudolf's 'Don't Give Up' video: "It's the first song I wrote for this album and I wrote it right when I moved back to

. On Monday Lil Wayne Entourage Attack? was a top story. Here is the recap: (TMZ) Lil Wayne's entourage spat in a photog's face, pushed him to the ground in the rain, then beat the crap out of his bicycle -- this according to a police report filed last week in Miami. According to the report, obtained by TMZ, the photog spotted Wayne and his entourage skateboarding outside some church -- right beside a "no skateboarding" sign -- so he decided to take a few pics. The photog claims Wayne and his boys packed it in after it started to rain -- so he followed the group to their car, snapping pics along the way. According to the report, Weezy didn't much like the attention (as you can see in the video) -- so he ordered his goons to take the man's camera ... at which point roughly eight men surrounded him, and intimidated him into deleting several of his photos. The photog claims it didn't end there -- insisting one of Wayne's dudes spat on him, while another

Lil Wayne has signed a four-album deal with Cash Money Records. The confirmation follows the announcement of his new album Devol , which will see the star release a record solely consisting of love songs. However, Lil Wayne revealed that, before Devol , he will release new album I Am Not A Human Being II this summer. "Contract-wise, I only get paid for 12 songs. Maybe on a Carter album, you probably only gonna get 12 songs, maybe a bonus 13," he told MTV . "But on this I Am Not a Human Being thing, I really don't care... you're probably gonna get 16 on there." Meanwhile, Lil Wayne is also working on his own line of sneakers for a "well-known" shoe company. > Lil Wayne entourage 'attack, spit at photographer' Watch the music video for Lil Wayne's 'Mirror' below:

Cash Money Records plans to drop approximately 16 albums this year, and at least one of them will come from , who is currently working on two new LPs. But if there was any worry that Weezy would take his future projects elsewhere, the New Orleans rapper confirms that he recently signed another four-album deal with Cash Money. During an interview on the debut episode of MTV's "Hip Hop POV" Lil Wayne confirmed that he's sticking with his team. "Everybody knows I came into the game at 11 years old with Cash Money Records, before we even had a major deal," Wayne said. "We signed a deal in I don't remember when, and I been with Cash Money ever since. So if you're looking for integrity, I am the definition. If you're looking for a person that's gonna stay down, I am the definition. If you're looking for loyalty, I am just that." Despite a few tumultuous years, Wayne maintains that all is right in the world of YMCMB. "Trust me,

News: Lil Wayne Inks Multi-Album Deal W/ Cash Money, "Contract-Wise, I Only Get Paid For 12 Songs" Friday, Apr 13, 2012 9:05AM Written by Cyrus Langhorne Grammy-winning rapper Lil Wayne is sticking to the only label he has ever known by inking a multi-album deal with Birdman's Cash Money Records. According to reports, Weezy's next four albums will likely fall under the Cash Money umbrella. The rapper, who has been signed to Cash Money records since he was 11 years old, has inked a deal with the label to put out another four albums under his Young Money imprint. Wayne made the announcement during an interview with MTV's Hip Hop POV, while also revealing details about his contract with the label and what fans can expect from his new releases. "Contract-wise, I only get paid for 12 songs. Maybe on a Carter album, you probably only gonna get 12 songs, maybe a bonus 13," Weezy said. "But on this I Am Not a Human Being thing, I don't really care

Lil Wayne is releasing an album of love songs. The 'Lollipop' rapper may reveal his tender side on the record - to be titled 'Devol' - which was written when he was in jail on Riker's Island, New York, in 2010. He told MTV: 'I was recording an album called Devol, spelled D-E-V-O-L, 'cause that's 'loved' spelled backwards. It's all material I did when I was locked up.' However, Wayne warned the tracks are not likely to be traditional ballads, but his own take on the love theme. He added: 'What I mean by my version of love songs is meaning they're not saying, 'I love you'.' Wayne - real name Dwayne Carter - served eight months for attempted weapon possession in 2010, and since his release has put out two albums, 'I Am Not a Human Being', and 'Tha Carter IV'. While there is no release date for 'Devol' at present, the prolific rapper is thought to be working on at least one more record, 'I Am No

4:02 PM PDT 4/12/2012 by Sophie A. Schillaci Lil Wayne is staying loyal. The rapper, who has been signed to Cash Money records since he was 11 years old, has inked a deal with the label to put out another four albums under his Young Money imprint. Wayne made the announcement during an interview with MTVs Hip Hop POV , while also revealing details about his contract with the label and what fans can expect from his new releases. PHOTOS: The Top 25 Concert Tours of 2011 Contract-wise, I only get paid for 12 songs. Maybe on a Carter album, you probably only gonna get 12 songs, maybe a bonus 13, Weezy said. But on this I Am Not a Human Being thing, I dont really care youre probably gonna get 16 on there. Cash Money is gearing up to put out Waynes I Am Not a Human Being II , though an official release date has not been set. In a January interview with Billboard , Cash Money co-founder Birdman said that the album is slated to drop before summer. STORY:Lil Waynes Upcoming Sneaker Stands o