Last Week In Music: 11/15- 11/21

Last Week In Music: 11/15- 11/21

Lawsuit - According to the Associated Press, Rick Ross’ former girlfriend Lastonia Leviston has filed a suit against 50 for illegally releasing a sex tape she's featured in, last year.

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Not Worried - When asked about Hits Daily Double’s low projections for his new "Before I Self Destruct” album, 50 Cent told BET.com, “I don’t actually know what to anticipate from the actual sales of this project. It’s obvious; the project just came out a month earlier than what was actually anticipated.”

Lawsuit - According to the Associated Press, Rick Ross’ former girlfriend Lastonia Leviston has filed a suit against 50 for illegally releasing a sex tape she's featured in, last year.

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Not Worried - When asked about Hits Daily Double’s low projections for his new "Before I Self Destruct” album, 50 Cent told BET.com, “I don’t actually know what to anticipate from the actual sales of this project. It’s obvious; the project just came out a month earlier than what was actually anticipated.”

#1 - For the first time in 13 years, Roc-A-Fella Records head honcho Jay-Z has secured his first number one single on Billboard’s Hot 100 chart with “Empire State of Mind.” Previously Jay’s topped the Hot 100 three times only as a guest vocalist, with appearances on Mariah Carey’s “Heartbreaker” in 1999, Beyoncé’s “Crazy In Love” in 2003, and Rihanna’s “Umbrella” in 2007.

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#1 - For the first time in 13 years, Roc-A-Fella Records head honcho Jay-Z has secured his first number one single on Billboard’s Hot 100 chart with “Empire State of Mind.” Previously Jay’s topped the Hot 100 three times only as a guest vocalist, with appearances on Mariah Carey’s “Heartbreaker” in 1999, Beyoncé’s “Crazy In Love” in 2003, and Rihanna’s “Umbrella” in 2007.

Pushed Back - Lil Wayne’s “The Rebirth” has been delayed once again. But don’t worry, the project that’s already been pushed back more than three times is only seeing a six-day setback and will be released on December 21 instead of December 15.

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Pushed Back - Lil Wayne’s “The Rebirth” has been delayed once again. But don’t worry, the project that’s already been pushed back more than three times is only seeing a six-day setback and will be released on December 21 instead of December 15.

Not True - Though reports stated that Grammy Award-winning rapper/producer Kanye West was banned from the Hope For Haiti telethon, representatives from MTV denied the allegations and even added that they did in fact invite West.

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The Return - Kanye West joined Beyoncé at her London O2 Arena show Sunday night (November 15) to perform his verse from the singer’s smash hit, “Ego,” with Beyoncé asking the crowd to “give it up for Kanye West.” Yeezy’s guest spot was his second stage appearance since his VMA incident with Taylor Swift back in September.

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Janet Jackson - Janet is the first and only female artist in history to have 5 back-to-back #1 albums on the Billboard Top 200 charts.

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Janet Speaks - In her first televised interview since her brother Michael’s death, Janet Jackson broke her silence and opened up to ABC's Robin Roberts about the tragedy that still has her in disbelief. "It felt like a dream," Janet said during her interview on "In The Spotlight with Robin Roberts." "It's still to this day so difficult for me to believe. You have to accept what is, but it's hard."

It's All Good - Rihanna revealed to an Atlanta radio station that she still reminisces about the happier times spent with Chris Brown and still enjoys his music. “When [Chris’ music] comes on the radio, I don’t snob or turn it off, I just listen, you know? I like his music.”

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It's All Good - Rihanna revealed to an Atlanta radio station that she still reminisces about the happier times spent with Chris Brown and still enjoys his music. “When [Chris’ music] comes on the radio, I don’t snob or turn it off, I just listen, you know? I like his music.”

Progress Report - Chris Brown has received an "extremely favorable" report from probation officials overseeing his felony assault case, a judge said Thursday. Brown appeared in a Los Angeles courtroom to offer a judge his first progress report since being sentenced for beating ex-girlfriend Rihanna earlier this year. He talked and laughed with his lawyer before the hearing, which took less than 10 minutes.

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Progress Report - Chris Brown has received an "extremely favorable" report from probation officials overseeing his felony assault case, a judge said Thursday. Brown appeared in a Los Angeles courtroom to offer a judge his first progress report since being sentenced for beating ex-girlfriend Rihanna earlier this year. He talked and laughed with his lawyer before the hearing, which took less than 10 minutes.

False Prophet - Legacy The Jesus has decided it’s time for the world to hear his story. A former member of Atlanta, GA's S.A.N.E Ministries, Legacy The Jesus is calling out Pastor Mason Betha on a new diss track titled, “Eviction,” for his fishy motives toward the congregation.

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False Prophet - Legacy The Jesus has decided it’s time for the world to hear his story. A former member of Atlanta, GA's S.A.N.E Ministries, Legacy The Jesus is calling out Pastor Mason Betha on a new diss track titled, “Eviction,” for his fishy motives toward the congregation.

Loyalty - After a couple studio sessions with Pharrell, Game showcased a sincere sign of loyalty by tattooing Pharrell’s Star Trak logo onto his left wrist. Game said of the move, “Pharrell’s gonna take my career to the next level, keep me ’hood and cross me over at the same time by executive producing my album, so that’s how I show my loyalty.”

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Two Cents - During an exclusive interview with Complex.com, Game decided to add his two cents about the possible lyrical quarrel brewing between Jay-Z and 50 Cent. “Jay-Z will f*ck 50 up in a battle,” said Game. “It would be so fast and over with. 50 is funny, but Jay is witty. Jay-Z is not to be toyed with. If he fu*kin’ responds, if he feels like you’re really pissing him off and he responds, he’s gonna f*ck you up!”

Gucci Talks - Days after Atlanta rapper Gucci Mane was sent back to Atlanta’s Fulton County Jail, the southern spitter released a statement saying, “I have accepted full responsibility for my actions and I am ready to deal with what is in front of me right now. Thankfully, my label is still moving forward with my album release so I will have plenty to look forward to when I get out. I am remaining positive and want my fans to know that I am grateful for their loyalty and continued support.”

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Gucci Talks - Days after Atlanta rapper Gucci Mane was sent back to Atlanta’s Fulton County Jail, the southern spitter released a statement saying, “I have accepted full responsibility for my actions and I am ready to deal with what is in front of me right now. Thankfully, my label is still moving forward with my album release so I will have plenty to look forward to when I get out. I am remaining positive and want my fans to know that I am grateful for their loyalty and continued support.”