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What's the Best Jordan Pack? JLP Ends the Debate #complexnews
VideoApr 30, 2026

What's the Best Jordan Pack? JLP Ends the Debate #complexnews

The video, part of JLP's ComplexNews segment, asks viewers to settle the debate over the ultimate Jordan sneaker pack, highlighting the iconic DMP pack from January 2006 and teasing a forthcoming laser‑themed two‑pack slated for Spring 2027. Host recounts how the...

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'Iceman' Isn't Drake's Most Important Album. Here's Why #complexnews
VideoApr 29, 2026

'Iceman' Isn't Drake's Most Important Album. Here's Why #complexnews

The video argues that Drake’s 2018 album Scorpion, not his upcoming Ice Man, is the pivotal record in his catalog. Host Jordan Rose references Steve Stoute’s claim that Ice Man will be Drake’s most important album because of post‑rap‑war stan culture, then...

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Usher Asked Kehlani to Redo Their Song Together #complexnews
VideoApr 26, 2026

Usher Asked Kehlani to Redo Their Song Together #complexnews

The video captures Kehlani recounting a surprising phone call from Usher, in which the R&B legend bluntly told her, “I hate our song.” The admission came during a break in an Apple Music interview, prompting Kehlani to pause the conversation...

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Kehlani on Working with Missy Elliott #complexnews
VideoApr 25, 2026

Kehlani on Working with Missy Elliott #complexnews

In a candid interview, Kehlani recounts how she reached out to legendary rapper‑producer Missy Elliott via direct message, offering a new song for the icon’s ears. Missy’s immediate, enthusiastic reply—“Girl, I love you… Send it, girl”—turned a fan‑artist interaction into a...

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Rauw Alejandro Names His Mount Rushmore of Artists #complexnews
VideoApr 25, 2026

Rauw Alejandro Names His Mount Rushmore of Artists #complexnews

Rauw Alejandro used a recent interview to unveil his personal "Mount Rushmore" of reggaeton legends, naming four all‑time icons that have shaped his sound. The discussion centered on his reverence for the genre’s pioneers and how that respect informs his...

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Kehlani Was in a Rap Group with Pete Davidson #complexnews
VideoApr 24, 2026

Kehlani Was in a Rap Group with Pete Davidson #complexnews

In a light‑hearted interview, singer‑songwriter Kehlani reveals she once formed a rap group that briefly included comedian‑actor Pete Davidson. The conversation, framed as a nostalgic “quick question,” sets the tone for a tongue‑in‑cheek recollection of a youthful, weed‑smoked studio session. According...

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Riz Ahmed On 'Hamlet,' British Hip Hop, James Bond, & Gen Z American Slang | Complex News
VideoApr 24, 2026

Riz Ahmed On 'Hamlet,' British Hip Hop, James Bond, & Gen Z American Slang | Complex News

In a Complex News interview, Oscar‑winner Riz Ahmed discusses his new film‑stage hybrid of Shakespeare’s Hamlet, his upcoming series Bait, and his dual career as actor and rapper. Ahmed argues that Shakespeare’s poetry works like rap lyrics, emphasizing musicality and flow....

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K. Michelle Breaks Down the Country Music Lifestyle in Nashville #complexnews
VideoApr 20, 2026

K. Michelle Breaks Down the Country Music Lifestyle in Nashville #complexnews

The video features singer‑songwriter K. Michelle discussing the experience of Black artists navigating Nashville’s country‑music ecosystem. She frames country music not merely as a sound but as a lifestyle rooted in community, daily routines, and personal authenticity. K. Michelle highlights that...

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K. Michelle on Her Voice Being Allegedly Stolen by an AI Artist #complexnews
VideoApr 18, 2026

K. Michelle on Her Voice Being Allegedly Stolen by an AI Artist #complexnews

K. Michelle took to social media to denounce an artificial‑intelligence program that reproduced her vocal style, alongside imitations of fellow R&B artists Moneybagg Yo and Keyshia Cole. She framed the episode as a personal affront, describing the AI‑generated tracks as outright theft...

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From 2015: Irv Gotti Always Believed in DMX, Even when Jay-Z, Dame Dash, and Lyor Cohen Didn't.
VideoApr 16, 2026

From 2015: Irv Gotti Always Believed in DMX, Even when Jay-Z, Dame Dash, and Lyor Cohen Didn't.

The video recounts Irv Gotti’s early‑2000s battle to sign DMX, a rapper many label heads dismissed as commercially dead‑end. Gotti faced pressure from Def Jam executives—Jay‑Z, Dame Dash, Lyor Cohen, and even Tina Davis—who warned him he’d be fired. He persisted,...

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Baby Keem Executive Produced a Full Uzi Album that Never Got Released 👀 #complexnews
VideoApr 16, 2026

Baby Keem Executive Produced a Full Uzi Album that Never Got Released 👀 #complexnews

Baby Keem disclosed in a New York Times interview that he almost executive‑produced an entire Lil Uzi Vert album in 2022. The collaboration began when Uzi let Keem browse his hard drive while he was napping, allowing Keem to assemble a full project in...

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K. Michelle on RHOA, AI In Music, And The Impact of Cowboy Carter For Black Country Music Artists
VideoApr 15, 2026

K. Michelle on RHOA, AI In Music, And The Impact of Cowboy Carter For Black Country Music Artists

In a candid interview with Complex News, R&B veteran K Michelle discusses her upcoming debut on the reality series Real Housewives of Atlanta, her unconventional musical journey from yodeling lessons to country‑inspired performances, and growing concerns about artificial‑intelligence replicas of Black...

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JasonTheWeen Says Fake News Is the Most Toxic Part of Streaming #complexnews
VideoApr 15, 2026

JasonTheWeen Says Fake News Is the Most Toxic Part of Streaming #complexnews

The video features streamer JasonTheWeen lamenting the surge of fabricated clips and false captions circulating on TikTok and Twitter, which he describes as the most toxic element of today’s streaming culture. He explains that paid clip pages deliberately attach misleading captions...

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Justin Bieber’s Vocals Didn't Disappoint, but Was Bieberchella Worth the Hype? #complexnews
VideoApr 13, 2026

Justin Bieber’s Vocals Didn't Disappoint, but Was Bieberchella Worth the Hype? #complexnews

Jordan Rose of Complex recapped Justin Bieber’s surprise Coachella appearance, dubbed “Bieber‑chella,” noting the pop star arrived in a hoodie and shades, then let his voice carry the show. With only ambient lighting and a simple mic, Bieber performed...

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