Mos Def retiring his name at the end of 2011, will be known as Yasiin

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

During an interview with MTV2's "Sucker Free," the legendary Mos Def announced some changes in the near future. At the end of 2011, Mos Def will no longer be making music. While the Mos Def named will be retired, the rapper will continue to record.

While Mos Def said he loves his rap name, he feels it is time to move on. Starting on January 1, 2012, he will be known as Yasiin. For over twenty years, he has been recording as Mos Def. Forever, the name will be remembered.

Mos Def said the name has been with him throughout his career. While known as Mos Def, he became the man he is today, but he is now focused on the future.

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J. Cole discusses "Work Out" video

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

In a little over a month, Cole World: The Sideline Story will be released. The album is J. Cole's long-awaited debut album. Fans have been waiting on the album since 2009. In preparation of the album, J. Cole has released the single, "Work Out."

Earlier this month, the official video for the song was leaked. J. Cole has already spoken on the album. When the video was released, fans were upset at the cheap quality. J. Cole said the reason the video came out the way it did was because it was filmed several times.

However, the second video shoot came out well. J. Cole said the video has the perfect summer time feel. The overall concept of the second video is fun, according to J. Cole. During an interview with "Sucker Free," J. Cole fully discussed the video and the concept.

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