French Montana has reportedly partnered with MTV and nonprofit organization, Get Schooled, to launch a new campaign that is aimed to help immigrants. The “We Are The Dream” campaign will reportedly provide resources to undocumented immigrants in the U.S., in order to help them achieve higher education.
French originally migrated from Morocco to the United States when he was 13 years old. Now, he wants kids like him to have the same opportunities he had as a teen. “I am one of tens of thousands of first and second generation immigrants that are having a significant positive impact on the United States,” the rapper told Rolling Stone. “I am excited to lead others in this fight to ensure Dreamers connect with support they need to get to college and make their American Dream come true.”
The “Unforgettable” rapper will reportedly manage the campaign’s social media accounts. And as his first duty, he will reportedly be encouraging people to share selfies on their Instagram and Twitter accounts, with the tag @GetSchooled and the hashtag, #WeAreTheDream. Get Schooled will also be hosting a Twitter discussion with experts in the higher education and immigrations realms on Feb. 20.
The Department of Education estimates that only five to 10 percent of undocumented children who graduate high school will go on to pursue a college education. The astounding new initiative comes after Trump decided to end the Obama-era DACA program in 2017, which allowed immigrants to stay in the country, go to school or work, and join the military in exchange for paying a fee.
Head to the official website for We Are The Dream in order to find more information and resources for undocumented immigrants who want to pursue education in the United States.
Rick Ross debut the video for “Florida Boy” featuring Kodak Black and T-Pain.
The Ryan Snyder-directed cut saw Ricky Rozay and gang riding through the streets of Miami in his classic convertible. Young Kodak appears in the video despite his legal troubles, while T-Pain rode shotgun with The Bawse who paid homage to his late manager Black Bo who passed away in December last year.“Yo, gold rims, good dope, make a wonderful summer, Heard I was a genius, when it come to the numbers, Do it for the young fathers, still signing the lease, And all the hustlers who got somethin’ in common with me, If I got the keys, then it’s a car I’ma keep,” Rick Ross raps.
The video showcased some iconic landmarks in Miami while some local underground rappers made a cameo in the clip. “Florida Boy” is the first single off Rick Ross upcoming album Port of Miami 2: Born to Kill, due later this year.
For Throwback Thursday, Ja Rule thought it was necessary to remind his longtime foe, Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson that his oldest son Marquise is a fan of his.
Taking to Instagram Wednesday, (Feb. 14) Rule, real name Jeffrey Atkins, dug up a 2017 Rap Up quote from Marquise in which he spoke about Rule being a major musical influence.
The seemingly petty move comes weeks after their war, which had been dormant for a little more than a decade, was randomly reignited on Twitter.
“Glad I was able to inspire you and your dad,” the 41-year-old captioned, but not before being sure to at the Power actor and executive producer.
The original quote finds Marquise speaking about his own musical aspirations, and the lack of boundaries surrounding artists of today.
“Everything’s evolving,” Marquise said. “I do a little bit of singing and I do a little bit of rapping. Automatically, I would probably fit into that Drake, [Lil] Wayne, Bryson Tiller, or a certain type of lane, right? But as far as I can go back into my mental rolodex, Ja Rule was probably one of the first to do it and I listen to a lot of Ja Rule because of that. So, it’s more like tapping into both. It’s like a history book.”
Rule reportedly took a shot at Fif after the Den of Thieves actor took to Instagram and said Rule’s kids beg him to watch Power. The post has since been deleted, and at the time of this story, 50 Cent hasn’t responded.
BUT, if you know Mr. Jackson like we know Mr. Jackson get your popcorn ready because there will be a response.
Mendeecess Harris’ won’t be getting a reduction in his prison sentence. The Love & Hip Hop: New York star’s latest request to have his time cut short was denied by the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit on Tuesday (Feb. 13).
Harris was sentenced to eight years for drug trafficking as part of a plea deal, “the terms of which specifically provided that he would not receive any role adjustment,” the court decision states.
Harris’ attorneys argued for a reduction due to an amendment in sentencing guidelines, but a trio of appellate judges ultimately ruled against the 39-year-old New York native.
The decision goes on to state that the court found Harris’ arguments to be “without merit.”
Harris, who was accused of being involved in a multi-million drug ring, pleaded guilty to drug-trafficking conspiracy charges. The father of four, began his prison sentence in January of 2016, with 15 months credit for time served.
In court documents filed later that year, Harris asked a judge to shave three years off of his sentence. He cited his good behavior, waiting employment upon his release, and successful participation in courses offered to him while in prison. Additionally, Harris vowed to continue to use his platform to speak with community groups about his experiences and to encourage young people to “follow a different course of action.”
Cardi B is beefing up security around her despite YG saying all is well she can come to Los Angeles.
The Bronx rapper has been getting gang threats from the Crips since last week when she posted a photo of herself in a blue fur coat. One commenter told her specifically don’t come to L.A. while others accused her of disrespecting the notorious gang. It couldn’t come at the worst time for Cardi B when she is getting ready to perform at the NBA All-Star Weekend.Cardi B has at least three shows lined up over the All-Star weekend which will bank her at least $250,000 in appearance fees so she is not about to cancel those gigs. She will appear with Offset at one of her events and we’re told that they are both beefing up security around them both as well as the venues where they will be performing.There will be tight security at all entrances and everyone will be searched for weapons. There will be both uniform and off-duty cops present at the shows ready to act in case there is an outbreak of gang violence. The number of armed guards is also significantly increased to ensure that both the artists and patrons feel safe.
A TMZ pap caught up with YG in L.A. yesterday and asked him about Cardi B’s issues with the Crips gang and if she should still come to Los Angeles. “Look at my life,” YG said while drawing attention to the red neon lights shining below his G Wagon. “The homegirl straight… She get love, she get love from me, know what I’m saying?”
Cardi B will be stepping out in her red bottoms in L.A..
