Who would have thought that ideas, releases, frustrations, accomplishments could be so captivating in under 140 characters? Since it’s debut a decade ago, Twitter redefined communication with the masses. There isn’t an artist, mover and shaker without one and for good reason. Careers can launch and be put to a halt through the social network. Post the right thing and gain the right followers or move people the wrong way with a Tweet and fade into relative obscurity. Those unconcerned with the Twitterverse can check here through our weekly feature “Tweets Is Watching.” We’ve filtered the top tweets and consolidated all the week’s events into one convenient feed so you don’t have to.
This week, Hip Hop mourns the death of Tupac’s mother Afeni Shakur, Kanye West is to be honored by the Webby Awards, and Solange Knowles turns heads with her dress at the Met Gala.
Talib Kweli “Disappointed” With The Zulu Nation
I have a great love for the contributions of the Zulu Nation to Hiphop. But I'm disappointed in the way they are handling Bams accusations.
— Talib Kweli Greene (@TalibKweli) May 5, 2016
When it comes to Bam accusations Rosa Clemente, Kuttin Kandi, Julie C had the right response https://t.co/khCwVCSAAz#MOVEMENTSNOTIDOLS
— Talib Kweli Greene (@TalibKweli) May 5, 2016
Brooklyn rapper Talib Kweli isn’t pleased with the way in which the Zulu Nation has handled the controversy surrounding Afrika Bambaataa.
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50 Cent Donates $100,000 To Autism Speaks
"I want to turn this misunderstanding into an understanding …"
Read more: https://t.co/j58QlVydxO@autismspeakspic.twitter.com/X96PetezaX— 50cent (@50cent) May 5, 2016
50 Cent donates $100K to Autism Speaks, remorseful after his actions of making fun of an airport worker.
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Ice Cube As Green Lantern?
LOVE it! Would be amazing! "Either they don't know, don't show, or don't care about what's going on in Sector 2814." https://t.co/T7xerg7cbe
— KevinSmith (@ThatKevinSmith) May 4, 2016
Many tweeting me today about @ThatKevinSmith wanting some @icecube#Greenlanterncorpspic.twitter.com/gO7LFV9Itp
— BossLogic (@Bosslogic) May 4, 2016
Filmmaker Kevin Smith says Ice Cube would be a great Green Lantern.
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Hip Hop Mourns Death Of Tupac’s Mother
Rest In Peace #AfeniShakur
— SNOOTIE WILD (@SnootieWild) May 3, 2016
Every king misses there Queen when they separate … Now you have one another. #afenishakurpic.twitter.com/F90UMyUGy7
— ☁️ (@Tate_Kobang) May 3, 2016
Afeni Shakur is proof of a woman's impact on society what Pac gave us was what Afeni gave to Pac thank you Afeni " you are appreciated"
— CORMEGA (@iamcormega) May 3, 2016
We mourning an activist a strong woman many related to and a champion of our people who just so happened to be Tupac's mother. Respect her
— CORMEGA (@iamcormega) May 3, 2016
Dear Mama sounds different this morning… ?? #AfeniShakurhttps://t.co/aPQFnqXNpu
— J.U.S.T.I.C.E LEAGUE (@JusticeLeague) May 3, 2016
Sad news about Pacs mom #AfeniShakur RIP Dear Mama learned a lot about being a women from watching you… ??? pic.twitter.com/MMTxwYhrxI
— Pepa (@DaRealPepa) May 3, 2016
So much more than just "Dear Mama" or Tupac's mom…
— Torae (@Torae) May 3, 2016
R.I.P Afeni Shakur ?? pic.twitter.com/3ecgJtzhOp
— E40 The Counselor (@E40) May 3, 2016
R.I.P Afeni Shakur, thank you for your selfless contributions and blessings to the world. Love you forever unconditionally ?
— SKEPTA (@Skepta) May 3, 2016
Tupac’s mother, Afeni Shakur, passes away at the age of 69.
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Kanye West To Be Honored By Webby Awards
The #Webbys just got BIGGER. @kanyewest will be honored with Artist of the Year on May 16th: https://t.co/Je2PKetz2ipic.twitter.com/J0ofKh7Q9I
— The Webby Awards (@TheWebbyAwards) May 4, 2016
Kanye West is to be named “Artist of the Year” by the 20th Annual Webby Award.
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Solange Knowles Raises Eyebrows After Met Gala
Now we know. RT @solangeknowles: Shoutout to when you think you all "artsy and shit" but your just rude and annoying pic.twitter.com/4vKGoCURY5
— ⚪️ Beige Bitch ⚪️ (@alialmoore) May 3, 2016
Solange Knowles turns heads with a racy yellow dress for the annual Met Gala in New York. Then she gets mad.
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Tupac Estate Transitions Hands After Afeni Shakur’s Death
STATEMENT FROM THE SHAKUR FAMILY AND THE ESTATE OF TUPAC SHAKUR REGARDING AFENI SHAKUR pic.twitter.com/WBJkjRchNP
— 2Pac.com (@2pac) May 3, 2016
After the passing of Afeni Shakur, the estate of her late son Tupac is set to transition into new hands.
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Drake To Host & Perform On “Saturday Night Live”
Very excited to announce the rest of our May shows! #SNLpic.twitter.com/ZZS6ejpEeY
— Saturday Night Live (@nbcsnl) May 4, 2016
Drake is set to host Saturday Night Live for the second time.
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Rita Ora Wears “Not Becky” Pin At Met Gala
https://twitter.com/musicnews_shade/status/727493780794937344?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw
Rita Ora posts a photo of herself with Beyonce and labels it “Family.” She is also seen wearing a pin that said “Not Becky.”
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Danny Brown Would Rather Fight Than Credit A Photo
Gross to see @xdannyxbrownx disrespecting music photographers on a major level. Tagging ain't hard bro. ? pic.twitter.com/WwV2mcpusf
— nic kelly (@nicwkelly) May 1, 2016
@xdannyxbrownx HAHHAH YES!!
— SKEPTA (@Skepta) May 1, 2016
@Skepta these muthafuckas be out here tripping bruh bruh!!! Got me hot!!!!
— Danny Brown (@xdannyxbrownx) May 1, 2016
@xdannyxbrownx HEY IDIOT, TELL YOUR MANAGEMENT TO TELL MEDIA THEY CANT SHOOT YOUR SET THEN. OTHERWISE YES YOU LITERALLY ARE ASKING FOR THEM.
— nic kelly (@nicwkelly) May 1, 2016
Hundreds of @xdannyxbrownx fans calling me a pussy, but old mate's done a TWEET & DELETE. Cute pic.twitter.com/h4GTAiBsAf
— nic kelly (@nicwkelly) May 1, 2016
Danny Brown refuses to credit a photographer’s image of him.
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Puff Daddy Covers Cigar Aficionado Magazine
Print Lives!! @kobebryant and @iamdiddy shining on the racks. Finally saw some brothers on printed covers in the ai… pic.twitter.com/ugXKdwBBYb
— Datwon Thomas (@Daydog) May 2, 2016
Sean Combs Covers Cigar Aficionado Magazine https://t.co/sg3SfA1Y1B
— Sean Diddy Combs (@iamdiddy) May 2, 2016
"I want to take a victory lap, to do a world tour and really enjoy it one last time." @CigarAficMag story out now!! pic.twitter.com/2tMUToVAUj
— Sean Diddy Combs (@iamdiddy) May 2, 2016
Puff Daddy covers Cigar Aficionado Magazine and states he would like to do another world tour.
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Soulja Boy Not Satisfied With $400 Million Deal
$400 million deal confirmed. I still they think they low balled me though. I was thinking 2 or 3 billion..
— Soulja Boy Dre (@souljaboy) May 1, 2016
Soulja Boy claims that he closed a $400 million dollar deal, but does not include any details.
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Drake Meme Makes Shaquille O’Neal Walk Off Inside The NBA Set
In honor of @Drake's new album, here are a few #Views from the guys…??? https://t.co/KcDKyoajbk
— NBA on TNT (@NBAonTNT) May 1, 2016
TNT’s Inside the NBA crew pokes fun of each analyst in a series of memes imitating Drake’s Views cover art, one in particular causing Shaquille O’Neal to walk off set.
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Azealia Banks Continues To Bash Beyonce
https://twitter.com/AZEALIABANKS/status/726605028342026244
https://twitter.com/AZEALIABANKS/status/726605246919745536
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https://twitter.com/AZEALIABANKS/status/726605487064670210
https://twitter.com/AZEALIABANKS/status/726605725535969281
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https://twitter.com/AZEALIABANKS/status/726607182914002944
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https://twitter.com/AZEALIABANKS/status/726608144898625537
Azealia Banks continues her attack on Beyonce.
