Eminem launches Clothing Line with Chrysler

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

Ever since his 2009 comeback, Eminem has been the most-popular rapper in the game. Last year, Eminem officially became the boss of the rap game. Not only did he dominate with his own album, but he also had major signings on Shady Records.

Early this year, Eminem has already made major moves with the return of Dr. Dre to the game. Because of Eminem, "I Need a Doctor" has become 2011's biggest hip hop hit. He also set the record for the longest Super Bowl ad for Chrysler.

Eminem teamed up with Chrysler for an advertisement, which promoted the city of Detroit. The commercial used the instrumental from Eminem's "Lose Yourself" hit. Following the commercial, the automobile company has been selling Eminem-themed t-shirts.

The shirts have been selling well over the past month. Now, Chrysler is taking things to the next level and they have granted Eminem his own clothing line. Chrysler will financially back the venture and Eminem will become the official face. Years ago, Eminem had success with Shady Clothing through Marc Ecko. Now, he will give clothing another try with his new Chrysler venture.

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Wiz Khalifa praises Lil Wayne's "Green & Yellow"

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

The past year has been incredible for Wiz Khalifa and he is happy to be in his current position. Wiz Khalifa has a model girlfriend, a hit single, and his album is on the way. Last week, he was even challenged by Lil Wayne, the biggest rapper on the planet.

Wiz Khalifa's hit single, "Black & Yellow," became an anthem for his hometown Pittsburgh Steelers. The popularity of the song made many fans of Wiz Khalifa into fans of the Pittsburgh Steelers. Snoop Dogg even joined in on the festivities.

However, Wiz Khalifa's bandwagon did not come without a challenge. Lil Wayne recorded the "Green & Yellow" remix and supported the Green Bay Packers in the Super Bowl. He offered a challenge to Wiz and Snoop Dogg to cut their hair if their teams lost.

Lil Wayne's challenge went without a response from Wiz Khalifa and Snoop Dogg. Recently, Wiz Khalifa spoke about "Green & Yellow." Obviously, Khalifa heard the song and he was impressed by the lyrics. Even though he was a Pittsburgh fan, Wiz Khalifa enjoyed listening to "Green & Yellow." But, he did not engage in the challenge because he was not quite sure about his Steelers.

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Lil Wayne challenges Wiz Khalifa and Snoop Dogg

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

Lil Wayne has been all over the place since being released from prison. Barely a month after his release and Lil Wayne was already working on Tha Carter IV. The first single from the album, "6'7," has become a major hit.

With the Super Bowl coming up tomorrow, Lil Wayne has been getting into the spirit. Long before the Super Bowl, Wiz Khalifa created an anthem for his hometown Pittsburgh Steelers. He was soon endorsed by Snoop Dogg.

Due to Khalifa's influence, hip hop is more involved in the NFL than usual. Lil Wayne, a major sports fan, also decided to get in the battle. Instead of paying homage to the Steelers, Wayne endorsed the Packers.

Not only did he pledge allegiance to the Green Bay Packers, but he also remixed "Black & Yellow" to endorse them. In an interview with ESPN, Lil Wayne sweetened the pot when he officially challenged not only Wiz Khalifa, but also Snoop Dogg. He said if the Packers win the Super Bowl, both rappers have to cut their hair. On the other hand, if the Steelers win, he will cut his hair.

The two rappers have yet to respond to Lil Wayne's challenge.

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Lil Wayne records Green Bay Packers' anthem, "Green & Yellow"

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

Wiz Khalifa knows he has officially made it now. In a matter of months, he has had a successful tour, a model girlfriend, a monster debut single, and a response from Lil Wayne. Khalifa recorded "Black & Yellow" in hopes of it becoming an anthem for the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Five months later, his mission has been accomplished. Wiz Khalifa has made hip hop fans across the United States into Steelers fans. Not only has the song inspired the team, it has also helped Pittsburgh make it to the Super Bowl.

Because of Wiz' influence, it seems as if everyone is rooting for his hometown team. Lil Wayne has always been an outside of the box rapper and he has made a record for the underdogs. Wayne has recorded a new song, "Green & Yellow," for the Green Bay Packers.

Wayne is not the only rapper to show support to the Packers, as Game has too.

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Eminem makes $1 million off Super Bowl ad

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

Last year was incredible for Eminem, as he proved to all of his doubters that he could still dominate. The Detroit rapper scored two number one hits and three anthems after releasing only three singles. Initially, he fought with his label over the concept of his album, in the end they both won.

Eminem sold over 2 million copies of Recovery and dominated the year of 2010. Early in the New Year, Eminem is still one of the most popular rappers in the game. It is currently unclear if he will be releasing a new album, but he has expanded the roster of his label.

Recently, Eminem landed a new business venture that will pay him $1 million. Eminem will be helping Lipton Tea during the Super Bowl. The company has paid Eminem $1 million to star in their ad, which will air during the Super Bowl next week. Eminem will be playing the role of a claymation figure and he will be providing his voice.

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