[vodpod id=Groupvideo.4100460&w=425&h=350&fv=] Today, Shawn Corey Carter turns the big 4-0. And this weekend, he’s celebrating his cumpleaños with friends and family in the Dominican Republic. Mamajuana’s for everyone! Sidebar: Coincidentally, Rap Radar’s own “Big Homie” turns 29 tomorrow! It’s a celebration bitches!

[vodpod id=Groupvideo.4100348&w=425&h=350&fv=configParams%3Dvid%253D461967%2526uri%253Dmgid%253Auma%253Avideo%253Amtv.com%253A461967] Drizzy tells MTV that the first track on his debut album, Thank Me Later is called “Fireworks”. “The album opens up with a song I’m really proud of called ‘Fireworks’ . I get asked so many questions. Due to press people around, I have to deflect them. It’s like when you put in the CD, all your questions are answered right away. It’s a great, triumphant record right away. That opens up the scheme, and from there, hopefully, […]

[vodpod id=Groupvideo.4100167&w=425&h=350&fv=mediaKey%3D413952c8-34f4-4276-9424-d85115109c58%26amp%3Bimage%3Dhttp%3A%2F%2Ftmz.vo.llnwd.net%2Fo28%2F2009-12%2F03%2F120309_nas_arrest_still.jpg%26amp%3Borigin%3Dembed] Back in September, Nas was arrested in Georgia after failing a sobriety test. He was eventually cleared of the charges. Three months later, TMZ has obtained the dashboard footage of the detainment. Nothin’ ill about that.

After a year long standoff, DJ Drama and Young Jeezy reunited tonight on Atlanta’s Hot 107.9. Later on, Gucci Mane calls in and extends an olive branch to Da Snowman.

After a year long standoff, DJ Drama and Young Jeezy reunited tonight on Atlanta’s Hot 107.9. Later on, Gucci Mane calls in and extends an olive branch to Da Snowman.

Excuse the lip-sync, but here’s Def Jam’s Carribean queen rehearsing “Hard” for her performance tonight at the Hammerstein Ballroom in NYC. At the 2:34 mark, she learns Da Snowman won’t be reciting his verse. Thanks Mark!

Casket Track #10, you bastards.

Jeremih’s album was a commercial dud, but this track was far from a flop. Live from Magic City, GA  is his latest visual aid. If pretty brown rounds are your thing, press play.

[vodpod id=Groupvideo.4094315&w=425&h=350&fv=configParams%3Dvid%253D461868%2526uri%253Dmgid%253Auma%253Avideo%253Amtv.com%253A461868] After learning about his Grammy nominations, Aubrey spoke with MTV on the collaborations on his debut album, Thank Me Later. Shooting for a March release, he’s already locked down: Jay-Z, Wayne, Jeezy and Kanye. He also alludes to a mystery guest. “It’s this other one I’m excited about that’s kinda left [field],” he demurred. “It’s gonna be a great project — well-rounded.” Hopefully, everything is squared away.

The fireman ought to be charged with arson for this new cut from Rebirth. Where’s the nearest extinguisher? UPDATE: CDQ (sounds even worst) Splash