These days, you can find everything on the ‘Gram. From updates about your favorite artists to discovering the future of the culture in pretty much every corner of the app itself, no moment goes unnoticed in a mass media driven world. Instagram has long been a mainstay for photographers and video lovers alike, but the app also serves a very special purpose for musicians, celebrities and anyone who wants to get their voice heard and connect with each other. This week’s edition of Instagram Flexin’ includes a Hip Hop Christmas, Jhene Aiko giving back, Azealia Banks defending Nicki Minaj, and new 4:44 visuals.
Kevin Hart Drops Gems For 2018
Kevin Hart took to Instagram to make sure everyone is in the right mindset going into the new year. Leave the negativity in 2017.
A Hip Hop Christmas
Some of our favorite Hip Hop figures celebrated Christmas on social media. We hope you all had a great holiday as well!
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Jhene Aiko Launches WAYS Foundation
The Foundation was created in honor of Aiko’s late brother, Miyagi, who passed away at 26 from a brain tumor. The singer has already donated $15,000 to a five-year-old battling leukemia.
Lil Wayne Drops Dedication 6
Lil Wayne released the highly anticipated Dedication 6 mixtape on Christmas Day. With flashes of his prime, Weezy delivered a solid edition to the mixtape series. Full review here.
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Papoose & Remy Ma Spark Pregnacy Rumors
The couple posted images prepping for an ultrasound and crafting pottery for their “unborn child.”
Cardi B & Offset “Have Sex” On IG Live
In the midst of an alleged cheating scandal, Cardi B and Offset seemed to dispel any rumors pertaining to them by pretending to have sex on IG Live for the world to see. Cardi later explained it wasn’t real.
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Anderson .Paak Heads To South Africa
Anderson .Paak is headed to South Africa for “better weather” and a few performances.
Nobody Wins When The Family Feuds
The newest video from JAY-Z’s acclaimed 4:44 album comes as visuals for “Family Feud.” Beyoncé & Blue Ivy make an appearance in the video, which debuted as a TIDAL exclusive on Friday (December 29).
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Lil Pump Shuts Down The Parking Lot
Lil Pump leads the crowd in a sing-along version 0f “Gucci Gang.”
Azealia Banks Defends Nicki Minaj
Azealia Banks took aim at Joe Budden & Charlamagne Tha God for labeling Nicki Minaj as a “trash” artist in 2017. Catch the full story here.
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SiR & Groovy Q Ride In “Something Foreign”
TDE’s SiR & ScHoolboy Q delivered a holiday treat for fans with a video for the singer’s “Something Foreign.” The January 19 date near the end of the video could indicated when to expect the first TDE album of 2018. Keep an eye out for that.
Check out Instagram Flexin’s Year In Review and DX’s Year End Awards.
