Instagram began as something more about dinner pictures than beef initiation. Then it evolved into a video platform for those wanting to give a 15 second glimpse into moments. Somewhere in the middle, celebrities, including rappers, are bypassing the usual press roll for direct fan interaction. While some attempt to give a mystique about themselves, many let it all go in terms of their personal lives. And to think, it’s all from the comforts of their smartphone. Considering the amount of famous folks on the social network, it can be a lot to filter through post displaying everything from their luxurious lifestyle to studio sessions. With that in mind, HipHopDX presents a weekly feature for those looking to have a filtered look into the lives of your favorite notable humans.

This week, Drake poses with MMA fighter Conor McGregor, 2 Chainz turns 39 years old, and 50 Cent speaks with Big Meech.

Nipsey Hussle & Lauren London First Child Is Born

KROSS 8.31.16 ??

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We welcome Kross into the world.

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Caption: “KROSS

8.31.16 ??”

Lil Wayne, 2 Chainz & Chance The Rapper On The Ellen Show

#SquadGoals

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Squad.

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Wale Shares Intimate Photo Of His Daughter

I had too much faith in humanity . I had too much faith in an industry that could never love somebody who had/has faith in said humanity . Thinking with my heart. Misunderstood is an understatement . Day in an day out I'm trying to convince somebody to see things my way, it often turns gets lost in translation and just sounds like complaining or"whining". I been Tryna win a debate that's not even winnable . I've been playin ping pong with my feet against a wall. It's my faith in humanity my thought that "if u argue with them long enough they'll realize they —" they won't they didn't they don't. Sympathy . No. Understanding. Extra no. I know I know I got it wrong. I know I complain blah blah blah . Most people have no clue how hard I work or what I'm goin thru and I have to come to grips wit the fact THEY DONT CARE . They gonna troll u They gonna misunderstand u they gonna ignore your best efforts out of convenience laziness or for laughter. I wear my heart right on my sleeve in real life and I'm super open wit my feelings .. I got to do better . I got to make changes . I trusted too many people and let too many get close. I allowed myself to become susceptible to Wahala. I'm the epitome of "a work in progress " better or worse.I love my supporters and fans .. I got to figure out many things to improve my trajectory .. I gotta work on being more positive .. As hard as it is I have to TRY HARDER to embrace the good in my life .. Waking up to people wanting me to die on a daily basis isn't the most pleasant but I got to work on ignoring it.. Maybe I lost all my faith in humanity . Maybe I got to work on being happier .. I'm gonna fix what gotta be fix one way or another..I have to DO BETTER. SHiNE is what I have to train myself to do .. And God willing I will. If not for me.. For Her.. ?

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Congratulations. Zyla Moon Oluwakemi is a beauty.

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Caption: “I had too much faith in humanity . I had too much faith in an industry that could never love somebody who had/has faith in said humanity . Thinking with my heart. Misunderstood is an understatement . Day in an day out I’m trying to convince somebody to see things my way, it often turns gets lost in translation and just sounds like complaining or”whining”. I been Tryna win a debate that’s not even winnable . I’ve been playin ping pong with my feet against a wall.

It’s my faith in humanity my thought that “if u argue with them long enough they’ll realize they —” they won’t they didn’t they don’t. Sympathy . No. Understanding. Extra no. I know I know I got it wrong. I know I complain blah blah blah . Most people have no clue how hard I work or what I’m goin thru and I have to come to grips wit the fact THEY DONT CARE . They gonna troll u They gonna misunderstand u they gonna ignore your best efforts out of convenience laziness or for laughter. I wear my heart right on my sleeve in real life and I’m super open wit my feelings .. I got to do better . I got to make changes . I trusted too many people and let too many get close. I allowed myself to become susceptible to Wahala. I’m the epitome of “a work in progress ” better or worse.I love my supporters and fans .. I got to figure out many things to improve my trajectory .. I gotta work on being more positive .. As hard as it is I have to TRY HARDER to embrace the good in my life .. Waking up to people wanting me to die on a daily basis isn’t the most pleasant but I got to work on ignoring it.. Maybe I lost all my faith in humanity . Maybe I got to work on being happier .. I’m gonna fix what gotta be fix one way or another..I have to DO BETTER. SHiNE is what I have to train myself to do .. And God willing I will. If not for me.. For Her.. ?”

50 Cents Joins Snoop Dogg & Martha Stewart

I had to stop by to see Snoop and Martha Stewart,Their show is top notch. #EFFENVODKA

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On their new TV show Dinner Party on VH1.

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Caption: “I had to stop by to see Snoop and Martha Stewart,Their show is top notch. #EFFENVODKA”

Nas Shares Same Birthday As Amy Winehouse

Happy Birthday To my Astrological Twin. Miss ya my gangsta! #Amywhinehouse

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The GOAT turned 43 years old on September 14.

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Caption: “Happy Birthday To my Astrological Twin. Miss ya my gangsta! #Amywhinehouse”

MMA Fighter Conor McGregor Attends Drake’s Show

All Summer Sixteen.

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Caption: “This is what being the youngest and the greatest at the same time looks like!

It was an honour to watch this man perform last night!

@champagnepapi much love and respect my brother, you are an ANIMAL!

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Thank you for the hospitality!

#TheRevengeTour”

Kaelani Is A Human Being

Baelani.

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Caption: “I coulda put a deep caption but I might change my mind tomorrow or next week. shoutout to being human.”

Happy Birthday 2 Chainz

2 Chainz is grateful to turn 39 years old on September 12.

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Caption: “Words can’t express how I feel . A lot of my brothers didn’t make it this far ! Alive and well another year .. Thank you God I made another birthday ??”

50 Cents Speaks With Big Meech

The founder of Black Mafia Family.

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Caption: “I talk to Big Meech yesterday, he said poverty made his skin thick,it was tuff. Him and his brother had to share the same pants.They couldn’t afford to have a different style. His generosity put BIG in front of Meech.# BMF Coming soon !!! #EFFENVODKA”

Fabolous Reminisces On First Album 15 Years Ago

My baby.. 15 years ago today my 1st album released on Sept. 11th 2001.. A 23 yr old kid from Breevoort Projects in the Bed Stuy section in Brooklyn, NY got a chance… I didn't know much about making a album but I did know I had a opportunity to change me, my family & friends lives. Ghetto Fabolous sold over a million records & was my 1st Platinum album but what made it special to me was the grind, the industry innocence, the learning process, & the fans who came along on the journey with me from the Clue mixtapes to Ghetto Fabolous. Thank You to @djclue, @duroceo, Skane & Desert Storm. Thank You to Sylvia Rhone & Elektra Records. Thank You to all the Producers & Features. & most important Thank You to all the fans who was down & stayed down!! #Happy15thAnniversary #GhettoFabolousTurns15 #GhettoFabolous

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Ghetto Fabolous was a gem.

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Caption: “My baby.. 15 years ago today my 1st album released on Sept. 11th 2001.. A 23 yr old kid from Breevoort Projects in the Bed Stuy section in Brooklyn, NY got a chance… I didn’t know much about making a album but I did know I had a opportunity to change me, my family & friends lives. Ghetto Fabolous sold over a million records & was my 1st Platinum album but what made it special to me was the grind, the industry innocence, the learning process, & the fans who came along on the journey with me from the Clue mixtapes to Ghetto Fabolous.

Thank You to @djclue, @duroceo, Skane & Desert Storm. Thank You to Sylvia Rhone & Elektra Records. Thank You to all the Producers & Features. & most important Thank You to all the fans who was down & stayed down!! #Happy15thAnniversary

#GhettoFabolousTurns15

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#GhettoFabolous”

Beyonce’s Lead Dancer Gets Engaged On Stage

Ashley Everett got the surprise of her life in St. Louis on The Formation Tour. Congrats.

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Caption: “Still wrapping my head around the incredible, magical moment that happened last night! It was an absolute dream come true! ?? Thank you to everyone who helped make it so epic and iconic, and to everyone who supports us and congratulated us! To my now FIANCÉ @1j.silver YOU DID THAT & I LOVE THE SH*T OUT OF YOU!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ Shocked is an understatement. I’m so overly excited for this new chapter in our lives and of course I can’t wait to be your WIFE!!!??? I am truly #blessed ?? 9.10.16 is a day I will never forget ? #helikeditsoheputaringonit #isaidyes ??”

Tinashe Slays At Alexander Wang’s New York Fashion week show

Thank you @alexwangny ??

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With Nicki Minaj, Kylie Jenner, Tyga, Dej Loaf, Desiigner, and Madonna in attendance as well.

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Caption: “Thank you @alexwangny ??”