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Famous as :
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William Leonard Roberts IIBirth Date :
January 28, 1976Birth Place :
Carol City, Florida, USAClaim to fame :
Debut album "Port of Miami" (2006)
Rick Ross' 'Lay Back' Music Video Feat. Robin Thicke
October 12, 2009 04:10:09Rick Ross has made public a music video in support of his single titled "Lay Back". The rapper is seen making his way to the swimming pool with a swimsuit-clad lady on his side. Not stopping there, a bunch of sexy women, all sporting skimpy suits, are also captured waiting for him.
"Lay Back" is produced by The Runners and features Robin Thicke who also makes cameo on its accompanying video. The song appears among new materials in Ross' third studio album "Deeper Than Rap" which debuted atop Billboard Hot 200 when arriving in U.S. stores on April 21.
Rick Ross' 'Face' Music Video Feat. Trina
July 23, 2009 03:07:20As an effort to promote his single titled "Face", Rick Ross puts out a music video for the track. Beside having Trina, who lends her vocal to the song, on his side, Ross is also accompanied by several women wearing nothing but skimpy bikinis.
Rick Ross includes "Face" in his third studio album "Deeper Than Rap" which has been in stores since April. Beside collaborating with Trina, Ross also joins forces with the likes of T-Pain, Kanye West, John Legend, Lil Wayne, The-Dream, Nas and Ne-Yo.
Rick Ross' Music Video for 'Rich Off Cocaine' Put Out
May 26, 2009 04:05:10As a promotional project to support his single titled "Rich Off Cocaine", Rick Ross brings out a music video for it. In the just-debuted video, he is captured rapping alongside his collaborator Avery Storm.
"Rich Off Cocaine" video is filmed in Medellin, Colombia. It is shot back to back with "All I Really Want" and "Cigar Music" videos, both of which have been outed earlier this month. While "All I Really Want" video is directed by Gil Green, "Cigar Music" video and this new one are worked on by Spiff TV.
Video Premiere: Rick Ross' 'Cigar Music'
May 21, 2009 11:05:27Rick Ross debuts a music video for "Cigar Music", one of the tracks found on his third studio album "Deeper Than Rap". Details of the music video history are not released but apparently the rapper shot two music videos when he visited Medellin, Colombia earlier this year.
In the first week of May, Rick released a music video for "All I Really Want" which was directed by Gil Green and shot at "the exact spot where they shot [Colombian drug kingpin] Pablo Escobar in the head." The video of "Cigar Music" has the same scene of the Colombian children and the street life but it is compared to the luxurious and well-established lifestyle in Las Vegas, U.S.
2009 BET Awards Nominations Revealed, Lil Wayne and T.I. Lead the Pack
May 13, 2009 09:05:42Nomination recipients for this year's BET Awards have been announced at "106 & Park" on May 12, and grabbing the most nods were rappers Lil Wayne and T.I.. The two musicians received five nominations each.
Among the five gongs, Weezy and T.I. are set to face off against each other in two fields, Best Male Hip-Hop Artist and Viewer's Choice. In those categories, they are joined by such contenders as Rick Ross, Kanye West, Young Jeezy, Beyonce Knowles, Keri Hilson, Soulja Boy, Rihanna and T-Pain.
Rick Ross' 'All I Really Want' Music Video Unveiled
May 07, 2009 09:05:47A music video serving as a promotional effort for Rick Ross' single entitled "All I Really Want" has just made its way out. Directed by Gil Green, the video guest starring The-Dream was filmed in Medellin, Colombia in "the exact spot where they shot [Colombian drug kingpin] Pablo Escobar in the head."
On the reaction he received from his entourage when he first mentioned his desire of shooting the video in the country which has been home of the most violent and sophisticated drug trafficking organizations in the world, Rick told MTV, "To be honest, everybody thought about their safety." He also got the same reaction from The-Dream.
Lloyd Banks Shooting Down Rick Ross for Dissing Eminem
May 01, 2009 02:05:04Lloyd Banks, who is one of G-Unit's artists, mocks Rick Ross as a response to Rick's statement of calling out Eminem "a monkey". Sharing what he has in mind regarding the mockery, Lloyd says during an interview with MTV, "He reminds me of 12 or 13 year old."
Lloyd gushes further, "How do you go from praising somebody in one interview to calling him a 'monkey' in the next?" He adds, "He's been in out of pocket too many times. We'll see where his future goes. It doesn't look too bright, if you ask me."
Rick Ross Rules Billboard Hot 200, Thanks to His Feud With 50 Cent
April 30, 2009 10:04:34Rick Ross' beef with fellow rapper 50 Cent reportedly has helped Rick's third studio album "Deeper Than Rap" landing atop Billboard Hot 200. Rick's effort has sold more than 158,000 copies, beating down "Hannah Montana: The Movie" soundtrack, which manages to add another 104,000 selling point this week.
This is the third time Rick secures number 1 on Billboard Hot 200 as he has done the same thing with his two previous records. His 2006 set "Port of Miami" bowed at the top spot on the chart with 187,000 copies, while his second installment "Trilla" ruled the chart in 2008 with 198,000 units.
Rick Ross May Record a Duet With Eminem Before Going After Him
April 23, 2009 11:04:09Before seeing a feud between Rick Ross and Eminem, music fans may be treated with a duet between the two rappers because Rick has shared his interest to be involved in "Relapse". "I'm trying to be a part of that," Rick tells MTV. "It's either way. We gonna see each other one way or another."
In a further statement, Rick explains why he wants to battle Eminem saying, "I'm a fan first and foremost. But after defeating Curly [50 Cent], my confidence is at an all-time high." He adds, "Maybe before I wouldn't have challenged him, but I'm contemplating it now."
Video Premiere: Rick Ross' 'In Cold Blood'
April 21, 2009 04:04:27A music video in support of Rick Ross' track "In Cold Blood" has arrived, taking aim at his foe 50 Cent. The video provides a look at an empty church funeral service with signs reading "R.I.P Curtis Jackson". Furthermore, a preacher is captured saying, "We're gathered here today, ladies and gentleman, to celebrate a good famous rapper, Curtis Jackson."
The concept of the funeral service used in the newly-premiered video actually has been used by 50 Cent back in 2007 when he had a feud with Cam'ron and in 2008 when he shot down Fat Joe. And, Rick apparently has borrowed Fiddy's idea to mock him back.
Rick Ross to Stop Feuding With 50 Cent, May Go After Eminem
April 21, 2009 03:04:58During an interview with DJ Envy over the last weekend, Rick Ross revealed that he may not continue his beef with 50 Cent because he has grown bored of the feud. And for his next target, the Miami rapper said he considers to go after Eminem.
"50 you bore me, I might need to get at Eminem now," Rick stated. "Eminem, I'm a big fan of yours but your monkey, you're pet monkey is boring me." Commenting further on the Slim Shady's new single "We Made You", he noted, "His swag ain't the same, though. ... We not dissing. We'll never dis. [The video] was funny. This time I'm not gonna be critical because I'm a fan. But I see the swag ain't the same."
'Maybach Music Part 2', Rick Ross Ft. T-Pain, Lil Wayne and Kanye West
April 09, 2009 02:04:12One of the tracks which may be included in Rick Ross' upcoming album has been leaked. Titled "Maybach Music Part 2", the song is another take of "Maybach Music" that appeared in his second studio album "Trilla" (2008).
While the first part was featuring Jay-Z, this Part 2 is more star-studded, lining up heavyweights such as T-Pain, Lil Wayne and Kanye West as the collaborators. Previously, Ross had confirmed to MTV that Weezy, West and T.I. will appear in the album which is called "Deeper Than Rap" but he did not mention the details.
Rick Ross Premieres 'Magnificent' Music Video
March 05, 2009 02:03:56A music video to promote Rick Ross' new song "Magnificent" has been debuted. It features the rapper visiting a stable and together with his collaborator John Legend, he welcomes several pretty girls coming to see a horse-racing taking place at GulfStream Park Racing & Casino in Miami.
"Magnificent" is a single worked on by powerhouse producer J.U.S.T.I.C.E. League, who has helped making music for Young Jeezy and Mary J. Blige. Featuring Legend, the track is expected to be released as the first single off Ross' third studio album "Deeper Than Rap".
Rick Ross' 'Deeper Than Rap' Album Pushed Back
March 05, 2009 11:03:39Through his publicist, it is revealed that Rick Ross has held back his upcoming third studio album "Deeper Than Rap". Confirming the news to MTV, the rapper's publicist announces the record has been pushed back from March 24 to April 21.
Beside revealing the new release date, the publicist also teases out on who will be involved in the project. Christopher "Tricky" Stewart is confirmed to make music for single "All I Want", The Runners is tapped to write three songs; "Boss' Lady", "In Cold Blood" and "Laid Back", and Drumma Boy will produce another track called "Face". Meanwhile, Mary J. Blige will be joining forces with Ross in single "Valley of Death" and Nas will be teaming up with him in "Usual Suspects".
Rick Ross Vows: I'm Going to Outsell 50 Cent
February 24, 2009 10:02:50"If [50] sold 10 [million], my next album should sell 12," Rick Ross says when comparing his upcoming album "Deeper Than Rap" with 50 Cent's 1993 debut album "Get Rich or Die Tryin'", which sold almost 10 million copies worldwide. On what makes him quite sure that his album will be a blast, Rick Ross states, "My freestyles as you could hear them, 'Kiss My Pinky Ring', I do them in 20 minutes and put them out there. Those crumble empires."
Claiming that his diss over Fiddy is just "for sport", Rick Ross further explains, "People listening to how potent the music is. That's all this really is for me." He also adds, "I'm not really excited yet. All this is a platform for me to show people how talented I am. How much better of a lyricist I am."
Rick Ross Names Mixtape 'Before I Self Destruct'
February 11, 2009 03:02:54Rick Ross' beef with fellow rapper 50 Cent continues as he reveals to call his upcoming mixtape "Before I Self Destruct", the same title carried by Fiddy's new album. As if trying to challenge Fiddy, he also plans to bring out the mixtape before Fiddy's record is dropped to market.
Commenting on the war between the two rap moguls, Island Def Jam Chairman L.A. Reid denies the rumor, which claims that he endorses their beef. "I love Rick Ross," he shares. "I consider 50 a friend. I don't encourage anything that represents ignorance and nonsense."
Video Premiere: Rick Ross' 'Mafia Music'
February 05, 2009 09:02:13A music video in support of Rick Ross' single "Mafia Music" has been debuted. It features him performing the track in a dining room with a lot of food served on the table. It then moves on with him dressing in a black suit, holding a gun and firing at an unseen target.
"Mafia Music" is a song produced by The Inkredibles for "Deeper Than Rap", Rick Ross' third studio album which is due for U.S. release on April 7. The track disses 50 Cent and so puts fire on his beef with Fiddy.
Video Premiere: Rick Ross' 'This Is the Life' Ft. Trey Songz
July 24, 2008 02:07:56Still promoting his latest LP "Trilla", Rick Ross has premiered a new music video on July 23 via Yahoo! Music. The new clip, which was shot to accompany Rick's latest single "This Is the Life", also features the appearance of Trey Songz.
It seems that the clip, which was shot in a white background, is showing the rapper's idea of a happy life. On the clip Rick was being pictured as a boss who has everything that he wants such as women, money, fancy cars and all luxurious stuffs.
Rapper Rick Ross: 'Engagement to Foxy Brown Is Just Speculation'
June 28, 2008 10:06:40No engagement exists. Rick Ross has slammed Internet reports earlier this week that claimed he's engaged to female rapper Foxy Brown.
Print publication Hip-Hop Weekly broke the news in the cover story of its latest issue last week that Ross already engaged to Brown and they were set to make public their engagement during the airing of the BET Awards Tuesday, June 24. It, furthermore, claimed that she has left her northern New Jersey home to live with the rap artist in his Miami mansion.
Alleged Lovers Rick Ross and Foxy Brown Engaged
June 24, 2008 02:06:23Their alleged romance has been exposed since earlier this month. And now new report surfaced by the hour that Rick Ross and Foxy Brown are engaged.
Print publication Hip-Hop Weekly broke the news of their engagement, putting it as the cover story of its latest issue. It is claimed that former jailbird Brown has left her northern New Jersey home to live with the rap artist in his Miami mansion.
Rick Ross and Foxy Brown Are Dating, Sources Confirmed
June 09, 2008 12:06:44New report of a romance rocks the music industry. It is reported that hip-hop artist Rick Ross is dating troubled female rapper Foxy Brown.
MediaTakeOut broke the rumors of a romance between the two recording artists last week. The site claimed the two of them were spotted getting cozy at his video shoot over the weekend.
Rick Ross' 'Get Down' Ft. Pharell Williams Audio Leaked
May 28, 2008 11:05:46Having just released his new album "Trilla" on May 11, it seems that Rick Ross has already prepared to drop the follow up for it. Proving it, a new joint from the rapper titled "Get Down" has now streamed on-line.
The single reportedly will be one of the songs on his upcoming third studio album, which will be titled "Deeper Than Rap". On the new song he collaborated with Pharrell Williams, while the track itself was produced by Pharrell's group The Neptunes.
Video Premiere: Rick Ross' 'Here I Am' Ft. Nelly
May 21, 2008 09:05:22The music video from Rick Ross which features Nelly and Avery Storm has been premiered on May 19. The clip was made for Rick's latest single titled "Here I Am" and is directed by Gil Green.
The single itself is the third single released from his latest album "Trilla". Before dropping "Here I Am", the rapper has spawned "Speedin" and "The Boss" as the first and second tracks.
Video Premiere: Rick Ross' 'The Boss' Feat. T-Pain
February 22, 2008 10:02:57Despite pushing back the release of his new set "Trilla", Rick Ross keeps spawning singles from it. The second single pulled from the forthcoming album is "The Boss" which music video has just been premiered.
"Trilla" will only be in shelves on March 11 after previously pushed from its December 2007 release schedule. "The Boss" is the second single of the album after "Speedin'" that receives production from J.R. Rotem and T-Pain as featured guest.
Video Premiere: Rick Ross' 'Speedin''
December 07, 2007 04:12:31Although his album, 'Trilla' is bumped from December to February next year, Rick Ross premiered the music video of its first single on BET. The rapper, with Gil Green (DJ Khaled's 'We Takin' Over') as the director, shot the clip for 'Speedin'' that features vocal guest from R. Kelly.
'Trilla' is a reference to the album by Michael Jackson, 'Thriller' because Ross wants his album to be as "intense" as the 1982 album. Other collaborators in the album are Jay-Z, Trick Daddy, Akon, T-Pain and Lil Wayne. It will be dropped on February 19 via Slip-N-Slide Records.
Rick Ross' 'Trilla' Pushed to February 2008
November 28, 2007 01:11:07After several push backs, Rick Ross' sophomore effort, 'Trilla', is announced to come on February 19 through Slip-N-Slide Records. It was reasoned as the label's decision to upgrade the album after first single 'Speedin'' only peaked at #76 on Billboard's Hot R'n'B chart.
Details that have erupted reveal a contribution from Jay-Z on the song 'Maybauch Music', Lil Wayne and Trick Daddy on 'Luxury Taxing' and Akon, T-Pain and Marsha Ambrosius on the already leaked title track, 'Trilla'.
Rick Ross Teams Up with NFL Running Back Frank Gore to Launch Grub Spot Eatery
November 07, 2007 10:11:31With Thanksgiving around the corner, people should have been in their best giving mood these days. And Rick Ross is no exception. While he's busy promoting his sophomore LP "Trilla," which about to hit the market by December 18th later this year, the rapper is taking time out to team up with NFL running back Frank Gore and 21st Century Hustle Magazine to launch a new franchise of restaurant, supposedly to be called "Grub Spot."
Hip Hop Grub Spot is said to be a Hip Hop themed, healthy fast-food global franchise which incorporates, student executive/entrepreneur training, in-store video gaming provided by Microsoft XBOX, with support by Hip Hop artists and professional athletes. It will also retail magazines, DVDs, mix-tapes, and apparel; while serving fast, fresh, healthy sandwiches, wraps, smoothies, and energy drinks created for the franchise by Florida A&M University students, faculty and alumni, Johnson and Wales University students, faculty and alumni, PepsiCo, and Sysco Foods.
Rick Ross' Second Album Arriving in November?
August 20, 2007 12:08:22
Allhiphop.com has announced that Rick Ross' second Def Jam album 'Trilla' will be dropped November 11 instead of the initial August 28. On the other hand title track that is pulled as the lead single hasn't found its official release date although it has leaked online since July 2007.
'Trilla' is the follow up of the rapper's debut album 'Port of Miami' that peaked at #1 in Billboard's Hot 200 chart. The second effort is helmed by numerous notable producers such as Cool and Dre, DJ Khaled, Kanye West, Lil Jon, Scott Storch and The Neptunes.
Boyz N Da Hood's Second Set Arriving August
May 31, 2007 02:05:12
Rap quartet Boyz N Da Hood is back without Young Jeezy in new album. The sophomore effort which is titled "Back Up N Da Chevy" will be dropped August 7 via Bad Boy/ Atlantic Records.
Appearing in this album are Ice Cube who contributes his voice in song "Choppas" and Rick Ross who gives assistance in two tracks "Paper" and "Table Dance". Fellow Bad Boy artist Yung Joc is also featured on two songs "We Ready" and "Nothing is Promised".
Busta Rhymes, Eve & Young Jeezy Serving Volunteers
May 30, 2007 04:05:54
Hip-hop crooners Busta Rhymes, Young Jeezy and Eve have joined forces to appear in front of 3,000 volunteers next month. The threesome will be joined by Lil Wayne and Rick Ross to give the volunteers a treat after their goodwill.
The concert will be conducted at Fox Theatre, Atlanta, GA on June 9. The 3,000 volunteers are local youth who join the volunteerism movement called Boost Mobile RockCorps. They were handed with tickets to the exclusive concert after serving 4 hours of community service.
Eleven Spending "Days of Wrath"
April 20, 2007 10:04:57
Flock to construct a seemingly solid cast, Laurence Fishburne, Wilmer Valderrama, Amber Valletta, Kurupt, Slim Thug, and Jeffrey Dean Morgan have all signed on to star together in urban gang thriller "Days of Wrath", which Foxy Films is developing under its banner.
Also lining up names like Lupe Ontiveros, Jesse Garcia, Ana Claudia Talancon, David Banner, and Rick Ross, the project focuses on a wide group of interconnected Los Angelenos who struggle to survive as a war between a Latino and black gang ravages the city.
DJ Khaled to Release His Second Attempt Album
March 26, 2007 10:03:40
Radio personality DJ Khaled has set the release date for album "We the Best". The sophomore album will hit the stores by June 12 via Terror Squad/KOCH Records.
Khaled as usual involves many of his artist friends in the making of this record. In the first single "We Takin' Over" alone, there are T.I., Akon, Fat Joe, Rick Ross, Lil Wayne and the rapper Baby to back it. Other musicians lending their hands for this album include The Game, Jadakiss, Paul Wall, Ja Rule, Ludacris, Young Jeezy, Styles P, Cassidy, Juelz Santana and Young Dro.
Christina Aguilera Is Back to the Top Album Chart
August 24, 2006 10:08:58
Christina Aguilera always does something in the biggest way possible. And marks her comeback to the music scene the pop singer really is serious about it which is apparent through her latest album "Back to Basics" which according to Nielsen SoundScan sold 342,000 copies in the week ended Sunday August 20th, such amount that bring the set to the very top position of album chart.
What's more "Back to Basics" also scores abroad, opened at number one in the U.K., Canada, Australia, Germany, the Netherlands, Switzerland and Ireland, among others. Lyfe Jennings' "The Phoenix", in the meantime, sold more than 135,000 copies to secure the 2nd spot and then followed by Trace Adkins' "Dangerous Man" at No.3 with 115,000 copies. Meanwhile, Cherish is at the 4th spot with their album "Unappreciated" sold 91,000 copies.
