Ice T disses Soulja Boy's "Juice" remake

By The Film Critic
JR Staff Writer

Three years ago, Soulja Boy was knocked off his throne as the new prince of hip hop. His catchy single, "Crank Dat," won fans all over the world. As quickly as he won these fans, he won many critics who hated his lack of lyrical ability. Out of all his critics, Ice T became the most vocal.

During the summer of 2008, Soulja Boy celebrated the success of his debut album. Following a sluggish start, his album rebounded and certified gold. Even with all of his success, Ice T still felt the young rapper was undeserving. Ice T called Soulja Boy out several time and the two began an internet war.

Before the end of 2008, a truce was brokered between the veteran rapper and the newcomer. Soulja Boy has said he has respect for the music from Ice T. However, that respect is not enough for him not to defend himself when someone begins calling him out. Many thought Ice T was wrong for going after someone who was so young in age.

Having kept his mouth shut for three years about Soulja Boy, Ice T is back at it. Recently, Soulja Boy has been all over the news in his personal and professional life. The Atlanta rapper is dating Diamond, a rapper from Crime Mob. Outside of his new girlfriend, Soulja Boy is starring in a remake of the classic, Juice, and he is playing the role of "Bishop," originated by Tupac Shakur. This news has hit fans and has been met with mixed reviews.

There are some who support the remake and others who think it should be left alone. Ice T is among those who believe the Juice remake should be left alone. Questioning Soulja Boy, Ice T asked how someone could really come out and remake a Tupac movie. Ice T acknowledged his past actions towards Soulja Boy and wished him luck with the movie. He made sure to let it be known that he is not a hater.

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Soulja Boy dating Diamond of Crime Mob

By Mr. Hollywood
JR Staff Writer

The past week has been incredible for Soulja Boy. After going through a series of losses, his name has been all over the internet. First, he discussed the death of his brother. The Atlanta rapper has also opened up about the low sales of The DeAndre Way. After the album failed to meet his expectations, Soulja Boy considered retiring.

Over the weekend, news broke about Soulja Boy taking part in a remake of the iconic Juice film. Not only will Soulja Boy be a part of the remake, but he will play the role of "Bishop." Tupac Shakur originated this role when the film premiered. Soulja Boy has the pressure of living up to Tupac now.

Had it not been for the news about Soulja Boy playing "Bishop" in the remake of Juice, stories would have revolved around his love life. He already addressed his past issues with Kat Stacks. Living the life he lives, Soulja Boy is able to have his fair share of women. Soulja Boy has been involved with other women aside from Kat Stacks.

Last weekend, Soulja Boy was spotted at an Atlanta club getting close with Diamond of Crime Mob. For years, she has been dating Lil' Scrappy of Ludacris' DTP Records. But, by the look of the photos, she clearly moved on. Lil' Scrappy's mother confirmed the rumors when she released a video rant about Diamond for leaving her son for Soulja Boy.

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Soulja Boy takes on Tupac's role in "Juice" remake

By The Film Critic
JR Staff Writer

Recently, Soulja Boy released a mixtape named Juice. The mixtape was inspired by the film, starring Tupac Shakur. Following the mixtape, Soulja Boy revealed he was going to be a part of a remake of the film. Production for the film has already started and clips will soon be leaked to the internet.

Many critics have had negative things to say about Soulja Boy regarding his lyrical ability. No matter what he does, the critics continue to insult Soulja Boy. Some hip hop publications have said he is among the worst rappers ever. Meanwhile, they crown rappers such as Tupac among the best.

To die hard fans of Tupac, any comparison between a rapper with the status of Soulja Boy to Tupac is a sign of disrespect. Soulja Boy recently revealed he would play the role of "Bishop" in the remake of the movie. Tupac Shakur famously portrayed the role over fifteen years ago. Critics and die hard fans agree there are certain projects that cannot be remade.

Will the Juice remake live up to the expectations and will Soulja Boy be able to prove everyone wrong once and for all?

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Bow Wow wants to be an Outlaw

By The Film Critic
JR Staff Writer

Despite being a veteran in the rap game, fans and critics have had a hard time accepting Bow Wow for an adult. His Wanted album received a bit of criticism for the harsh lyrics. Compared to most rap albums, the lyrics were mild, but it was tough for Bow Wow.

Bow Wow has shown a bit of frustration, at times, about people still looking at him as a child. In 2009, he retired from the rap game to focus on his film career. Not even retired for a year and work began on his comeback album.

Now signed with Cash Money Records, Bow Wow is working on a new project. On this album, he intends to record with his popular Young Money label-mates. Bow Wow also has a few film roles coming up. He has been very busy with his work.

Outside of the music, Bow Wow wants a major role that would help him with his image. With the Tupac Shakur bio pic coming up in the next few months, Bow Wow wants to be cast. The Ohio rapper thinks he would do well playing as one of the members of The Outlawz. Bow Wow, like many other rappers, is a major fan of Tupac Shakur and his other projects.

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R. Kelly wanted "Best of Both Worlds" with Tupac not Jay-Z

By Mr. Hollywood
JR Staff Writer

By 2001, Jay-Z was clearly the king of the rap world and R. Kelly had established himself as the don of R&B. While rappers often had singers like R. Kelly do hooks and singers often featured rappers on their songs, hip hop and R&B had never really had a marriage. But, in 2001, this all changed when Jay-Z and R. Kelly teamed up for their Best of Both Worlds album.

Upon its release, the album did not live up to any of the expectations pinned on it. With Jay-Z being the top hip hop exec and with Def Jam behind him, the people expected more. R. Kelly was also a major player over at Sony, so the promotion was expected to be more potent than it was. Their combination was hyped with Jay-Z's verse on the remix of "Fiesta."

However, only a platinum album came from their collaboration and there were rumors of friction between the two parties. At the time, both Jay-Z and R. Kelly tried to dispel any rumors of a feud. In an effort to calm things down, they reunited for another disappointing album in 2004, during Jay-Z's "retirement." Following their second time trying to collaborate, things became violent during their tour. Because of the fight that took place between the Roc-A-Fella camp and R. Kelly, Kels quit the tour and Ja Rule had to fill in for him.

Now, six years following the fallout between Jay-Z and R. Kelly, Kelly has decided to open up on why things did not go as planned. Yes, in 2001, Jay-Z was the king of the rap game, but when Jay-Z was still trying to break into the game, Tupac was dominating the rap scene and R. Kelly was solidifying himself as the man in the R&B game. Before Tupac's untimely death, in 1996, he had talked with R. Kelly about the possibility of doing a rap meets R&B-type album. After a bit of discussion, the two agreed to do an album they would call Best of Both Worlds. The first record from the album was to be "I Wish."

Instead of coming out late in 2000, the song was supposed to be recorded in 1997, but Tupac's death, obviously, caused the song to go unreleased. But, going forward with his career, R. Kelly eventually recorded the track and it became one of his biggest hits. Another song off the album, "Fiesta," led to Jay-Z calling and the Best of Both Worlds project coming out anyway.

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