The Game - "Put You on The Game"

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Petey Pablo speaks on J. Cole, Timbaland, New Album, and Suge Knight

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

Ten years ago, North Carolina was excited, as they were finally being placed on the hip hop map. The first rapper to represent North Carolina was Petey Pablo. Following two albums, which spawned two memorable anthems, "Raise Up" and "Freek-a-leek," Petey Pablo disappeared.

Ten years later, North Carolina is again excited, as a new rapper is coming through. J. Cole turned heads when Jay-Z signed him. In less than a week, he will release his debut album, Cole World: The Sideline Story. With J. Cole ready to take the world by storm, Petey Pablo is far from done.

Petey Pablo has launched his own record label and is determined to return to the forefront of the rap game. The launch of Carolina Music Group comes after his stint with Jive and Death Row Records. With J. Cole currently in the headlines and all over the television screens, Petey Pablo is proud. Last year, when J. Cole performed at A&T's Homecoming in Greensboro, North Carolina, Petey Pablo was his surprise guest, coming out in a helicopter. Petey Pablo said he was surprised the college kids remembered his "Raise Up" single from many years ago.

Aside from his performance with J. Cole, Petey Pablo said the two rappers have also discussed collaborating. Petey Pablo confirmed the two rappers are working on some classic material. Continuing to speak on J. Cole, Petey Pablo said he has paid homage to him several times, as the original rapper to put North Carolina on the map. Petey Pablo also paid his respects to J. Cole, saying he follows his movement and Jay-Z's Roc Nation movement. Currently, Petey Pablo is working with Jay-Z's "Big Pimpin'" producer, Timbaland, on his upcoming album, A&R: Anticipated Recordings?.

Early in his career, Petey Pablo worked with Timbaland. After all these years, Petey Pablo said the two stayed in contact and now Chris Brown is working with him. Petey Pablo said he wanted to do his own thing, while Timbaland continued to build his career and a family. During this time, Petey Pablo linked up with Death Row Records. Timbaland grew very concerned when Petey Pablo began working with Suge Knight and his company. Petey Pablo told him the late Pimp C advised him to leave Jive Records, but despite the lack of promotion, he still had a gold album and a hit single.

Contrary to what many believed, Petey Pablo said he was never signed to Death Row. However, he admitted to being friends with Suge Knight and hanging out with him. Aside from friendship, there was nothing going on between Death Row Records and Petey Pablo. When asked what happened between he and Suge Knight, Petey Pablo said they simply grew apart, much like between he and Timbaland a few years prior.

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Timbaland ft. Pitbull - "Pass at Me"

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Timbaland ft. Pitbull and David Guetta - "Pass at Me"

Timbaland is back at it, with a new single. This time, Timbaland is working with Pitbull and David Guetta.

The new song is called "Pass at Me."

Listen to "Pass at Me" by Timbaland ft. Pitbull and David Guetta below:

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Timbaland launches "Timbo Thursdays" with Missy Elloitt

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

Last month, Timbaland made a flurry of announcements through video. He said he was joining in on the hip hop artists releasing new music each week. With so many new projects on the way, Timbaland needed an outlet to release them. In an effort not to leave fans hanging, Timbo gave no release dates.

However, Timbaland did state that he planned to begin releasing the music sometime in January. Along with announcing his plans, Timbaland said he would call it 'Timbo Thursdays." He has been taking his time with the project and slowly making new music.

Yesterday, Timbaland officially launched 'Timbo Thursdays.' He had a major surprise when he launched the site. The first new song on the website was with Missy Elliott. She has been waiting three years to release her album, Block Party. Many people had forgotten all about Missy, but she returned with a bang on the new club banger, "Take Ya Clothes Off."

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Timbaland ft. Drake - "Say Something"

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Timbaland gives special Christmas message

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Ms. Jade disses Timbaland and Missy Elliott

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

Ms. Jade made news earlier today when she made an appearance on the "Star & Bucwild" show. She spoke on her past relationships with Timbaland and Missy Elliott. Ms. Jade was initially signed with Missy, but she was transferred to working with Timbaland.

When asked about Missy Elliott having a sexual relationship with her artist, Tweet, Ms. Jade denied this. Ms. Jade was asked about Missy Elliott being involved in lesbian activity. She denied knowing anything about Missy's personal life. Her relationship with Missy never went father than the studio.

One thing that really made waves was Ms. Jade's comments about Missy Elliott's style. She said when she first signed with her, she had the style in the Addidas suit. After Missy Elliott saw her, she ended up taking this style and running with it. Ms. Jade officially said Missy Elliott jacked her swagger.

However, Ms. Jade did not say she had any personal issues with Missy Elliott.

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