The Buzz: Macklemore Talks White Privilege in Hip Hop, Dej Loaf Drops New Video and More

Macklemore says being white helps his career and more.

It's the Final Episode of 106 & Park - Tune in to the live finale of 106 & Park tonight at 6P/5C.    (Photo: Rob Kim/BET/Getty Images)

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End the Year With 106 & Party - Don't forget to tune in to Notarized all day on December 31, where we count down the wildest events in pop culture during 2014. Then, keep it locked for 106 & Party, featuring performances by Rae Sremmurd, Snootie Wild, Bobby Shmurda and more! (Photo: Rob Kim/BET/Getty Images)

D-Girl - Wonder girl rapper Dej Loaf performs with the Roots on The Tonight Show With Jimmy Fallon in NYC.(Photo: Douglas Gorenstein/NBC/NBCU Photo Bank)

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Dej Loaf Drops Video for 'Blood' - In case you missed it, Dej Loaf premeired her new video for "Blood," also featuring Young Thug and Birdman. Check it out here.(Photo: Douglas Gorenstein/NBC/NBCU Photo Bank)

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Azealia Banks vs. Action Bronson Again - Azealia Banks went up against Action Bronson for round two. Long story short, Bronson jumped in a tweet during the last battle royale between Iggy Azalea and Azealia Banks, having misconstrued some things that Banks had said. He insulted her, of course, and she exploded. Fast forward to a few days later, Azealia Banks hops back on Twitter claiming that he apologized indirectly. She called him out claiming that he apologized to a mutual friend instead of just reaching out to her. She then called him a misogynist and said that he was trying to oppress her. It got messy, as per the usual. Check the stream here. (Photos from left: John Sciulli/Getty Images for Nasty Gal, Gary Miller/FilmMagic)

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Porsha Williams - Kandi's RHOA co-star sticks to her classic long locks with a touch of curls. (Photo: Johnny Nunez/BET/Getty Images for BET)

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Porsha Williams Addresses Arrest - Porsha Williams was recently arrested for speeding with a suspended license. According to reports, she was pulled over after allegedly doing 78 in a 55 zone. She was booked but then released on bond. However, she released a statement about why she was going so fast. "I was headed to visit my grandfather who is very ill with cancer in the hospital, and I was pulled over. I was wrong for speeding absolutely and apologize for putting anyone at risk. I tried to explain the situation to the officer and show him that all my paperwork was in order, but he refused….Handcuffs are not comfortable or a good look for anyone….I was released, I have my license, my car and my freedom."So there you have it.  (Photo: Johnny Nunez/BET/Getty Images for BET)

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Nicki Minaj Is Pissed About Some Old Footage  - The Internet had a good laugh yesterday after footage leaked of Nicki Minaj back in high school looking, uh, diferent. Minaj wasn't happy about it and took to social media to air out her complaints. The short of it is, the person who released the footage is a hater and haters gon' hate. The clip really wasn't that bad but it is obvious that she looked quite different beyond how maturity can change a person, so perhaps that is the source of her frustration. Check that out here.   (Photo: Nicki Royale via YouTube.com)

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Nicki Minaj Is Pissed About Some Old Footage - The Internet had a good laugh yesterday after footage leaked of Nicki Minaj back in high school looking, uh, diferent. Minaj wasn't happy about it and took to social media to air out her complaints. The short of it is, the person who released the footage is a hater and haters gon' hate. The clip really wasn't that bad but it is obvious that she looked quite different beyond how maturity can change a person, so perhaps that is the source of her frustration. Check that out here. (Photo: Nicki Royale via YouTube.com)

Macklemore Gets Real  - Macklemore did an interview with Ebro in the Morning and chatted about Eric Garner, Mike Brown and even got real about white privilege in hip hop. Macklemore, who has participated in protests against police brutality, said that he felt that white people should get real about racial injustice and the history that has created racial tension in America, not just in politics but even when it comes to hip hop. He went on to say that he had respect for hip hop and even acknowledged that he felt that his race propelled his success in the industry. It was a long, deep conversation but it seemed very progressive. Check it out here.    (Photo: David Becker/Getty Images for iHeartMedia)

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Macklemore Gets Real - Macklemore did an interview with Ebro in the Morning and chatted about Eric Garner, Mike Brown and even got real about white privilege in hip hop. Macklemore, who has participated in protests against police brutality, said that he felt that white people should get real about racial injustice and the history that has created racial tension in America, not just in politics but even when it comes to hip hop. He went on to say that he had respect for hip hop and even acknowledged that he felt that his race propelled his success in the industry. It was a long, deep conversation but it seemed very progressive. Check it out here. (Photo: David Becker/Getty Images for iHeartMedia)