Class is in session as N.O.R.E. gets a crash course in hip-hop history. The only problem here is Pharrell’s absence in the video. Download Student Of The Game here.

“DON’T ASK ME QUESTIONS, MAN! SHUT UP! DON’T EVER TALK!” Basically if you got a camera and wish Yeezus a happy birthday, don’t expect a thank you— Ever! Previously: vs. Pole & Paparazzi

Old pic, new visit. Jadakiss returned to Peter Rosenberg and Cipha Sounds podcast. In the hour discussion, he discussed fatherhood, his career, Allen Iverson and more.

More dedication? Yes indeed. Yesterday, DJ Drama confirmed that he and Lil Wayne are dropping the fifth installment of their Gangsta Grillz series. In related news, peep Drama’s return to South Africa below.

Producer Mike Dean also appeared on HuffPost Live’s yesterday. He recalls his Death Row days, unreleased 2pac diss recordings, discusses Yeezus and confirms Watch The Throne 2 is on the way. Related: YN

This is real brotherly love. Will Smith returned to Philadelphia and caught up with Gillie Da Kid at the Batcave Studio. While doing dumbbell curls, he previewed Gillie’s upcoming movie and music. Can’t leave rap alone.

At the loading dock in NYC’s meatpacking district, Kanye hosted a listening session for his upcoming album, Yeezus. He played a few tracks off the album, explained its concept and marketing strategy. Those in attendance included Jay-Z, Beyoncé, Q-Tip, Busta Rhymes, DJ Khaled, Timbaland and more. Above is a highlight via Info. Yeezus drops a week from today.

From the kitchen to the studio, ScHoolboy serves a plate of them leafy greens on the latest leak off Oxymoron. Depending on your palate, these collard greens may be an acquired taste. Produced by THC.

Originated from his All-Star 2013: Take Flight mixtape, Trae takes us down to the Lone Star State in his latest VEVO release. Banned coming soon.

Following the audio premiere earlier in the day, Kelly brought Wiz along with her to the Late Night With Jimmy Fallon for their first live performance. Talk A Good Game June 18.