The Last Word 2012: Hip-Hop Bows Its Head for Baby Chris
Our satirical and funny friend, Andre Leroy Davis, was back at it again in 2012 with “The Last Word”, his unique brand of cartoonish commentary on current events and politics. He was a hero among Hip-Hop giants, with an infectious smile that we never imagined would fade. But, in August 2012, Chris Lighty’s peers mourned the loss of rap’s talented business mind and friend. Whether it was due to an alleged suicide or something more sinister, it was clear that all anyone could question was, ‘Why?’ Andre captured the tragic event in his special way – by spotlighting how Hip-Hop and beyond came together (with some putting aside long-standing beef) in Baby Chris’ honor: Check out more witty goodness at www.AndreLeroyDavis.com.

Absolute Reason: All Turkeys Aside, I'm Giving My Hip-Hop Thanks…
ABSOLUTE REASON: ALL TURKEYS ASIDE, I’M GIVING MY HIP-HOP THANKS…

Hip-Hop Rumors: Fat Joe Says 50 Cent Whispered Something “Gentleman Like” in His Ear
Where they do that at?! Just kidding! It looks like among all that violence that took place at the 2012 BET Hip-Hop Awards, some good came out of it as well. 50 Cent and Fat Joe finally squashed their beef as they were preparing to go onstage for a special tribute for their late manager, Chris “Baby Chris” Lighty. In a recent interview with Philly’s HOT 107.9, Fat Joe explained what exactly made him end his beef with 50 Cent…and it has to do with 50 whispering something “gentleman like” in his ear. Alrighty, then. I’ll let Fat Joe explain that one. Check out what he said below: “While we was there, 50 whispered some thing in my ear that was gentleman like,” said Joe. “I’m a gentleman, I don’t dislike people. I’m one of the most loveable dudes in Hip-Hop, believe it or not. So he just said the right things man were, you know, and then a handshake [was] involved and that was that. Two grown men to say, Yo, this if for Chris Lighty, this is for Hip-Hop, let’s move on with our lives.” “The same guy who discovered him discovered me, Chris Lighty. And Chris Lighty I owe him everything because I used to hustle big time in the Bronx. Out of 5o of us I’m the only one [that] got away cause I got legit. Everybody else got like 75 years in jail, God bless ’em. So he literally saved me life.” All jokes aside, I’m glad to see these two finally resolve their issues. You can catch the Chris Lighty tribute on the BET Hip-Hop Awards on October 9 on BET. Aside from 50 Cent and Fat Joe, the tribute also features performances from Missy Elliott and A Tribe Called Quest. Check out the full interview with Fat Joe below: [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bn9wnPPkhbg&w=420&h=315] Email me your rumors at SydneyLaceAHH@gmail.com GET INTERACTIVE WITH ALLHIPHOP.COM! Follow us on Twitter! Like us on Facebook! Email Sydney Lace rumors: SydneyLaceAHH@gmail.com

EXCLUSIVE: 50 Hires Attorney; P.I. To Investigate Chris Lighty’s Death
50 CENT BANKROLLING INVESTIGATION INTO CHRIS LIGHTY’S DEATH….ATTORNEY REVEALS DETAILS!!

Hip-Hop Rumors: Are Lauryn Hill And Wyclef Jean Still Beefing?
Wyclef Jean and Lauryn Hill have a troubled history with one another, with Wyclef at one point publicly urging Lauryn Hill to get “mental help.” With the resurgence of Hill’s career and years between their last spat, one would think that the two would have sat down and worked out their differences by now. Unfortunately, it looks like that is not the case. Both Wyclef and Lauryn Hill were present at the recent funeral for business architect Chris Lighty, but Wyclef admits that the two did not take a moment to greet each other. Check out what he told Montreality in a recent interview: “At the funeral It was just so many people. I was in the section next to Missy [Elliott], Lyor Cohen…it was so many people that it was hard for everybody to intertwine at once.” That’s a pretty cryptic answer, but it seems that they are still not on speaking terms. Wyclef also commented on Hill’s recent tax issues. Check out what he below: “Actually, you know, I ain’t speak to Lauryn. It’s been a minute. I heard about the little drama she got in the news, wishing her better on that. You know? Actually, I was on the phone with Pras earlier. It’s all good. Nothing but love for the Fugees.” Glad to see that, at the very least, Wyclef and Pras are still on good terms. Pras was also outspoken about Hill’s $1.8 million tax trouble. He spoke to Global Grind about her exuberant bail. “I’m bugging! I can’t believe it! I’m sitting here on a plane to L.A. listening to Phil Collins and Philip Bailey “Easy Lover” on my iPod. But I don’t believe she’ll go to jail, but d*mn bail is 150K?! Zimmerman was about the same. Go figure! … This is crazy!! I’m still hoping that Wyclef and Lauryn can straighten out their differences. How amazing would a new Fugees album be? You can check out the full interview with Wyclef below, where he also speaks about his relationship with Chris Lighty. [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hr25TsGS_Kg&w=560&h=315]

Hip-Hop Rumors: Chris Lighty’s Funeral, Sad…Sad…and Sadder – But Questions LOOM.
CHRIS LIGHTY’S FUNERAL WAS SAD, BUT MORE QUESTIONS ARISE.

Chris Lighty’s Family Seeks Second Opinion On Death
(AllHipHop News) Chris Lighty’s family is seeking a second opinion about the cause of death of the Hip-Hop mogul, who was laid to rest yesterday (September 5), in New York. Stars like Russell Simmons, Sean “Diddy” Combs, LL Cool J, Missy Elliot and numerous others attended the funeral for Lighty, who ran Violator Management, and later, Primary Wave Management. But Lighty was found dead last Wednesday (August 30), from on apparent suicide after an alleged spat with his wife in his Bronx apartment. According to the Associated Press, the family has conducted a second autopsy using forensic pathologist Michael Baden. Baden specializes in independent opinions on deaths and even testified in the O.J. Simpson trial. The family is still awaiting the test results, but their recent comments to the press indicate that they do not believe Chris Lighty committed suicide. In an interview with the New York Daily News, his ex-wife Veronica denied police accounts that there was an argument prior to Lighty’s suicide. “My husband was too smart of a man. He was a genius. No smart man is going to leave his children for fighting with his wife,” Veronica Lighty told the Daily News “That makes absolutely no sense. “We had a passionate relationship. We fought all the time,” Veronica said. “This isn’t my brother. My brother was a strong person, is a strong person,” added Dave Lighty. “Nothing is adding up. I can’t get a direct answer from anybody…I understand there’s a process to be followed. I can’t even get clear answers from people I think I should be getting clear answers from.”

EXCLUSIVE: Jimmy Henchman Statement On Chris Lighty’s Death
JIMMY HENCHMAN ISSUES STATEMENT ON CHRIS LIGHTY’S DEATH

Memorial Service For Chris Lighty Set For Today
(AllHipHop News) Final services will be held for music mogul Chris Lighty today (September 5) in New York. The 44-year-old, who ran Violator Management and Primary Wave Management, died from an apparent suicide, on August 30. During his career 20-plus career, Chris Lighty was one of the music industry’s top business managers, with a roster of celebrities like Mariah Carey, Sean “Diddy” Combs, 50 Cent, LL Cool J., Busta Rhymes and numerous others. Rapper 50 Cent, who earned most of his wealth thanks to the famous vitamin water deal, is still in shock over Chris Lighty’s death. “Damn my man is gone, I can’t believe it,” 50 recently tweeted. “I woke up on the plane and speed dialed him. This is nuts Chris was good guy.” The memorial service for Chris Lighty will take place at the Frank E. Campbell Funeral Chapel on Madison Avenue. The tributes to Chris Lighty continue with rapper Fat Joe dropping a remix of Slaugterhouse’s “Goodbye,” while Cormega released the song “The Letter.” “He was a leader, a true leader is measured by the success of those he leads and Chris led a multitude of artist, producers and DJs to success,” Cormega said of Chris Lighty.

The Beatnuts Debut New Material; Honor Chris Lighty In UK
THE BEATNUTS DEBUT NEW MATERIAL; PAY HOMAGE TO CHRIS LIGHTY!!

Cormega: My Chris Lighty Letter
CORMEGA WRITES A LETTER ABOUT CHRIS LIGHTY

Hip-Hop Rumors: Is 50 Cent Bailing On His Headphones Company?
It looks like 50 Cent is having some trouble with Bradenton company aka Sleek Audio, LLC, the company he partnered with for his “Sleek by 50” wireless headphones. 50 Cent has officially filed a lawsuit against the company for $285,000, the amount he invested in the company as well as an additional $61,429 in back interest and an additional 15 percent for any debt as well as reimbursement for his legal fees. According to the Miami Herald, the company is claiming that 50 defrauded them when he took their idea to a competitor, SMS Audio. According to the lawsuit, “Sleek would have never borrowed money from Jackson or allowed him to invest in its company had it known that Jackson would ultimately use this tactic (of misusing the money) to steal its design, technology and headphones,” the company said in an un-sworn court statement. If 50 did take their technology to a competitor, that pretty shady. Dr. Dre and Jimmy Iovine, the owners of Beats By Dre can rest easy, it looks like 50 Cent is out of the headphone game. Sidenote – 50 Cent released a statement today regarding the tragic death of his manager, Chris Lighty. Below is the statement he released to Billboard Biz: “Chris has been an important part of my business and personal growth for a decade,” said 50 Cent in a statement through his publicist. “He was a good friend and advisor who helped me develop as an artist and businessman. My prayers are with his family. He will be greatly missed.” R.I.P. Chris Lighty. Email me your rumors at SydneyLaceAHH@gmail.com GET INTERACTIVE WITH ALLHIPHOP.COM! Follow us on Twitter! Like us on Facebook! Email Sydney Lace rumors: SydneyLaceAHH@gmail.com

BREAKING NEWS: Sources: Chris Lighty Dead
SOURCES: CHRIS LIGHTY DEAD

Mona Scott-Young: The Mastermind Behind Violator and VH1’s “Love & Hip-Hop”
MONA SCOTT-YOUNG, THE BRAIN BEHIND VIOLATOR AND “LOVE & HIP HOP,” CHECKS IN WITH AHH!