Odd Future Records signs rapper Young Ni**a

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

Odd Future has gone through an incredible experience in 2011. Frank Ocean was signed by Def Jam and has had much commercial success. On the other hand, Tyler, the Creator won a VMA and has become one of rap's biggest new stars.

Originally, Odd Future Records was nothing more than an outlet for Odd Future. The label had no intentions of adding any outsiders. Things changed when the label ran across Young Ni**a. The label signed him because of his style.

The label's publicist said they could not turn down signing someone who was so talented. They said Young Ni**a embodies the Odd Future movement and he has commercial popularity.

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Mos Def speaks on the success of Tyler, the Creator and Odd Future

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

The year of 2011 has been incredible for Odd Future, as Tyler, the Creator has emerged as one of rap's brightest stars. Meanwhile, Frank Ocean has become one of the rising talents in R&B. Now, the group can be found on many hip hop sites and all over MTV.

Long before their success, Mos Def gave a major co-sign to Odd Future. From the beginning, Mos said he was their potential. While he admitted he was not a fan of their content, Mos Def said he loves their energy. Mos Def believe anyone who continues to work at it will reach their goals.

Now, with all the success coming from their frontman, Tyler, the Creator, and Frank Ocean, along with their new show on Adult Swim, Mos Def said he is very happy for the crew. Congratulating them on their success, Mos Def said he wishes them more success in the future.

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"A Day in Ladera" with Odd Future

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Lil Wayne - "Novacane"

The second song this summer called "Novacane," this one is by Lil Wayne and defines itself. After hearing this version of "Novacane," fans will be able to tell the difference from the Frank Ocean version.

Listen to "Novacane" by Lil Wayne below:

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Tyler, the Creator says he will Die at 40

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

Tyler, the Creator is no stranger to controversy. On his popular single, "Yonkers," Tyler called out B.o.B. and Bruno Mars. Last year, the two had a chart-topping single with "Nothin' on You." This diss led to a feud between Tyler, the Creator and B.o.B.

On nearly every song from Tyler, the Creator features some controversial lines. Tyler has proved to be just as controversial when he is simply talking. When Frank Ocean began feuding with popular singer, Chris Brown, Tyler stepped in.

Most recently, Tyler, the Creator caused controversy again when he predicted his death. He said he would likely die at 40, or 24 due to a heroin overdose. Recently, Tyler got into an argument because he said the Columbine shooters were probably cool people.

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Tyler, the Creator ft. Frank Ocean - "She"

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