• See Why Lil Wayne's Suing Cash Money for $51M

    The news broke via TMZ yesterday, Jan. 28, that Lil Wayne was suing Cash Money Records for a whopping $51 million. That number was much higher then the original $8 million, which has been the reported advance on "Tha Carter V" that Weezy had reportedly originally sued Cash Money for. "The Fader" got a digital copy of the lawsuit and put it online, pulling back the curtain on the entire YMCMB legal and financial relationship and revealing why Lil Wayne -- real name Dwayne Michael Carter Jr. -- decided to sue for $51 million.

  • Lil Wayne, Migos Unveil "Amazing Amy" After 'SFTW2' Release

    The Lil Wayne and Migos collaboration that fans have been waiting for some time now has found its way onto the internet. Titled "Amazing Amy," seemingly after the book series "Amazing Amy," which was adapted into the film Gone Girl, Migos and Lil Wayne have unveiled the track they recorded during the studio time they spent together. What appears to be a leftover track from "Sorry for the Wait 2," "Amazing Amy" sees all four rappers take their turn at a verse, riffing hard on the theme of Amazing Amy and supposed crazy women. As a potential candidate for "SFTW2," Weezy references the mixtape in the chorus, but does not make any mention of "Tha Carter V" and manages to hold back any disses that might be directed at Birdman.

  • Lil Wayne Releases 'S--t' Remix from 'Sorry 4 the Wait 2' Ahead of 'Tha Carter V' [LISTEN]

    As promised, Lil Wayne dropped the first track from his upcoming mixtape "Sorry 4 the Wait 2" in lieu of his indefinitely delayed album "Tha Carter V." The head of Weezy's label Young Money, Mack Maine, promised on Instagram Sunday, Jan. 11, that they would release a song from "S4TW2" to celebrate the Green Bay Packers's win over the Dallas Cowboys in the NFL playoffs. They did just that, taking to Lil Wayne's YouTube account last night to unveil his remix of Future's tune "S--t," where he uses the opportunity to take a shot at Birdman and Cash Money Records. In his first verse, he says: "I'm a nerd, I'm a geek, I'm absurd, I'm unique "Did my time in Cash Money, time served and released "But this agent ain't free, word, that's the word on these streets "But that shit is old news, that shit is so yesterweek "I'm just focused, focused on my expertise "They like 'Tunechi, you good,' I'm like 'bob yessiree' "Now don't, I mean don't, don't question me, let me breathe" Rapping over the Mike Will Made-IT beat, Lil Wayne takes on Future's "S--t" and adds his signature flare and style to the tune, with a hint of Auto-Tune on the hook.

  • Lil Wayne Reportedly Releasing 'Sorry for the Wait 2' for 'Tha Carter V' Delays

    Despite all the drama swirling around Lil Wayne, "Tha Carter V" and his relationship with Cash Money Records, the "Believe Me" rapper is still hard at work making new music. According to reports, Lil Wayne is recording a mixtape in lieu of his indefinitely delayed final album "Tha Carter V." An Instagram picture posted online by Young Money rapper Fee Banks shows Lil Wayne in the studio with four individuals including — of all people — NBA player Glen "Big Baby" Davis, saying simply "Sorry 4 The Wait 2." Mack Maine also dropped another hint about "Sorry for the Wait 2" in a follow-up Instagram post, tagging it in a picture of the hulk, lending to the belief that the follow-up mixtape to "Sorry for the Wait" is in the works now.

  • Lil Wayne's 'Tha Carter V' to Be Released 1Q 2015, According to Young Money President Mack Maine

    Young Money's president Mack Maine went on Miami radio 99 Jamz to try and clear the air on the Lil Wayne/Cash Money/"Tha Carter V" situation that has dominated discussion on websites and social media. Mack Maine spoke to host Felisha Monet in an interview about the hot topics affecting Young Money, like the continued delays of "Tha Carter V," Lil Wayne's recent outbursts on social media and how the relationship is between Young Money and Cash Money under the same YMCMB umbrella, via "Complex." Speaking on the status of the album, he reassures fans that it will be out in the first quarter of next year: "He's touching up the album and about to start another special project for the people. I can't give a definitive date [for "Tha Carter V"]. I can just say first quarter for sure. ... It's coming out. Don't get it twisted like it's not coming out." Mack Maine reveals that "Tha Carter V" will be released in two parts, as he emphasizes that the album is being released for the fans. He continues on the theme of the relationship between Lil Wayne and Cash Money, trying to downplay the public beef and who is at fault.

  • Lil Wayne Wants Off Cash Money: Says Birdman, Label Won't Release 'Tha Carter V'

    There seems to be some trouble in Weezy paradise. Lil Wayne took to Twitter today, Dec. 4, to shed some light on the constant delays with his 11th studio album "Tha Carter V." Weezy claims it has not been released yet because Birdman and Cash Money Records refuse to put it out. The rapper said he wants off his longtime label because he feels like a "prisoner." "To all my fans, I want u to know that my album won't and hasn't been released bekuz Baby & Cash Money Rec. refuse to release it," Weezy tweeted. "Tha Carter V" has been delayed multiple times and was due out Dec. 9, but that may not happen now. To all my fans, I want u to know that my album won't and hasn't been released bekuz Baby & Cash Money Rec. refuse to release it. — Lil Wayne WEEZY F (@LilTunechi) December 4, 2014

  • Lil Wayne "Gotti" Featuring The Lox Leaks Off Forthcoming 'Tha Carter V' [LISTEN]

    As previously reported, Lil Wayne announced that his Tha Carter V album would be getting a new release date. Because he recorded too many songs, he decided to split the long-awaited effort into two parts rather than release one album with just 12 or 13 songs. During his update on the album's details, he shared a snippet of one of the singles off the upcoming record, "Gotti," which features The Lox (Jadakiss & Styles P). Now the full song has leaked.

  • Lil Wayne's 'Tha Carter V' Release Date Pushed Back, Album Won't Be Out Tomorrow

    There seems to be some confusion on when Lil Wayne's next album, "Tha Carter V," is going to drop. Originally, "MTV News" reports, the album was slated for an August release before the rapper decided on Tuesday, Oct. 28, which would be tomorrow. Young Money leader Mack Maine spoke with karencivil.com recently, revealing that the artist's fifth installment of "Tha Carter" series has been pushed back. Maine is working with Weezy on a new release date.
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