Ballerific Music

On May 24, 2005, 13 years ago today, T.I. released “ASAP” as his third single and final single from his third studio album, “Urban Legend.”   Although the song is said to be a diss track for Houston rapper, Lil Flip, it was still a success as it sold over …

On May 20, 1991, 27 years ago today, Dj Jazzy Jeff and The Fresh Prince released their hit summer jam, “Summertime.” The song was the lead single from the dynamic duo’s fourth studio album, “Homebase.”   The song was a major hit for the Philly natives and has become the …

On May 20, 1997, 21 years ago today, Missy Elliott released “The Rain (Supa Dupa Fly).”  The song was written and composed by Don Bryant, Bernard “Bernie” Miller, Missy Elliott, and producer Timbaland for her debut album “Supa Dupa Fly.” It contains a sample of Ann Peebles’ 1973 single “I …

On May 19, 1998, 20 years ago today, Brandy and Monica released their duet, “The Boy Is Mine.” The song was also released as the lead single from the ladies’ second albums, Brandy “Never Say Never” and Monica “The Boy Is Mine.”   The song was inspired by Michael Jackson …

On May 16, 1990, 28 years ago today, #IceCube released his debut studio album, “AmeriKKKa’s Most Wanted” on Priority Records after his split from West Coast gangsta rap group, N.W.A. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ With production by The Bomb Squad, his West Coast sound and gangsta, but politically-charged lyrics, the album garnered …

On May 7, 1992, 26 years ago today, Sir Mix-a-Lot released the hit song “Baby Got Back.” The song was written and featured on his album “Mack Daddy.” ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Back in the early 90’s a lot music was banned due to sexually explicit lyrics about women. “Baby Got Back” …

On April 13, 2012, Future released his debut studio album “Pluto”.  Issued by Freebandz, A1 recordings, and Epic records, the album was chock full of classic club bangers from “Tony Montana” to “Same Damn Time”. “Pluto” featured timeless acts like Drake, Juicy J, Snoop Dogg, R. Kelly and more.  Some …

—blogged by @lovelikejhoney It was over a year ago when Bronx female rapper, #RemyMa, released a diss record targeting #NickiMinaj. Although Minaj responded with ‘No Frauds’ the two have yet to settle their beef. Today, the Queens MC released ‘Barbie Tingz’—an uptempo track addressing the characteristics of Minaj’s coined phrase, …

Nicki Minaj has been on a seemingly unspoken hiatus over the past couple of months.  We didn’t know what the industry had done to her to make her leave so suddenly, but it looks like she is back!  Nicki was absent from social media since 2017, other than ads, Sunday …

  On April 8, 1998, 20 years ago today, ‘The Players Club’ was released and distributed by New Line Cinema.   The comedy/drama starring #LisaRaye, the late #BernieMac, #MonicaCalhoun, #JamieFoxx and more, was written and directed by #IceCube.   In the film, Diana Armstrong, played by LisaRaye, was working at …

  24 years ago today, the film “Above the Rim” was released in theaters. The film stars iconic rapper Tupac Shakur,  Duane Martin, Leon Robinson, and Marlon Wayans. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ Upon its release the film grossed $3,738,800 on its opening weekend. By the end of its run, it grossed a total …

Jay-Z and Beyoncé definitely know how to throw a surprise, whether it’s a new single, an album or a tour. If you attended the ‘On the Run Tour’ back in 2014, then you know that the dynamic duo put on an amazing show, performing hit after hit. Well now it …

Ayyyyyeeee!!!! It’s Friday and most of us are off for the weekend and ready to hit the scene. It has been a long week of dealing with co-workers or simply just annoying people. For the past couple of days, I know many of us couldn’t wait for this day to …

blogged by @lanaladonna Today, Will Smith is IG’s newest obsession, but we can’t forget about his original stomping grounds – the rap game. ‘The Fresh Prince” and his partner in crime, DJ Jazzy Jeff released their single, “Parents Just Don’t Understand” back in 1988. One year later, they made history …

blogged by @lanaladonna ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Love is in the air, and today is the day to celebrate. The surprises and romantic gestures that today brings are all in preparation for one thing-soakin’ the sheets. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ From #JanetJackson’s ‘Would You Mind,’ to #TreySongz’ ‘Scratchin Me Up,’ this playlist (in no …

blogged by @lanaladonna “I Can”-one of few hip-hop songs geared towards children, was released February 11, 2003.⠀⠀ The track came from Nas’ second album, “God’s Son.”⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Inspired by a close friend who fell victim to the scarring effects of drug abuse, #Nas used this song to encourage children to remain …

blogged by: @ashleytearra In #Beyoncé’s case, her work truly speaks for itself… literally. According to MTV UK, the ‘Lemonade’ singer has just become the first and only female artist to ever have three of their albums surpass one billion streams each on Spotify. The record-breaking news came shortly after Queen Bey’s …

blogged by @lanaladonna Eight years ago today, #DJKhaled released “All I Do Is Win,” a single from his fourth studio album, “Victory.” Khaled is known for having the hottest people on his songs, and this one was no different. The track featured #TPain, #Ludacris, #SnoopDogg, and #RickRoss. Not only did …

15 years ago today, 50 Cent released his debut studio album ‘Get Rich or Die Tryin’’ on Shady Records, Aftermath Entertainment, Interscope Records and Universal Music Group. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀ Featuring production from two hip-hop heavy hitters, Dr. Dre and Eminem, the album was a well-developed body of work that encompassed …

15 years ago today, Jay-Z released his single “Excuse Me Miss” from his seventh studio album, ‘The Blueprint 2: The Gift & the Curse’. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀ Co-written and produced by The Neptunes, with Pharrell Williams on the hook, the single was an instant hit. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀ The smooth beat, along …