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Blanca Francia, one of Michael Jackson's former housekeepers at the Neverland Ranch, will reportedly play a huge role in deciding if Wade Robson will win his civil lawsuit against MJ's estate. Francia testified to seeing a 7 or 8-year-old Robson in a shower with MJ, though her evidence was that both their underwear were strewn outside the shower door. Francia said she couldn't see anything happening, but heard Michael laughing. MJ was acquitted of the charges, partially due to Robson's initial testimony, in which he denied that Michael ever touched him. Wade is now arguing that MJ's businesses, MJJ productions and MJJ Ventures, should have been protecting him, since he was being recruited to work with Michael. Francia is reportedly being contacted about this new case.Source: tmz.com

Hip Hop correspondent Sermon caught up with Prodigy and Havoc in Seattle recently, and sat down with the legendary duo for an interview. The two spoke on their respective solo careers, the upcoming Mobb Deep project, and the meaning behind Prodigy's upcoming collaborative album with the Alchemist. Check out the interview above.

In a recent interview with Rolling Stone, Busta Rhymes shared his opinion on the guest spot culture in Hip Hop. While some popular artists seem to be on everything, Busta explained why more lyrical rappers are often left out. "There's one of two reasons to me why the same people appear on every song--one reason is either they're just the hottest dudes, and the other reason is," said Busta before pausing. "It's interesting to me that Eminem isn't on a lot of people's sh*t. It's interesting to me that Nas isn't on a lot of people's sh*t. It's interesting to me that Jay-Z isn't on a lot of people's sh*t. A lot of the very dangerously lyrical motherf***ers. I think there's a fear factor that plays a role, because sometimes you really don't know if you're going to be happy with what you asked for--especially if you might get your a** whooped on your own f***ing record!" Source: hiphopblog.com

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In the last 48 hours, Kanye West has tweeted three times, so it must be Yeezy Season. The latest pair of tweets from the G.O.O.D. Music rapper are images of the lyrics to "Black Skinhead," one of the songs he performed on Saturday Night Live. "For my theme song, my leather black jeans on, my by any means on, pardon I'm getting my scream on," is how "Black Skinhead" kicks off, after a couple of primal screams. Also, we find it hilarious that West actually write out ("Aaahhh!!!!") the aforementioned screams. The song is at least partially a commentary on his interracial relationship with Kim Kardashian, with the next lines being, "Enter the kingdom, but watch who you bring home, you see Black man with a white woman at the top floor they gon' come and kill King Kong." Please note, struggle rappers, there is no need to share your lyrics in this manner. Both "Black Skinhead" and "Black Slaves" will be appearing on Mr. West's forthcoming new album, titled Yeezus. That provocative title will certainly get the people going. Peep the lyrics to "Black Skinhead," or as Yeezy wrote it "Blk Skn Head," on the following pages. What do you think of West's lyrical commentary on his relationship Kim Kardashian? -- Photo: Saturday Night Live

Kanye West's Twitter account is coming off hiatus. Following the rapper's Saturday Night Live season finale performance, where he premiered the new screamo-rap anthem "Black Skinhead," 'Ye took to Twitter to post the track's lyrics. The spitfire delivery includes everything from Yeezus rapping about being possessed to livin' in the moment over a dark "The Hey Song" beat. Check out his performance of the track on SNL below. Yeezus, Yeezy 'Ye's sixth solo studio album drops June 18.

After putting up a cool $7 million for the University of Southern California to start a new music-focused school, Jimmy Iovine was chosen as the commencement speaker for the USC class of 2013. Jimmy introduced Dr. Dre to say hello to the crowd halfway through. Dre got on the mic and yelled, "I am excited and I am proud to now be a member of the Trojan family. I would also like to say congratulations to the University of Southern California's Class of 2013." Check the video out above.

Just 24 hours after premiering “New Slaves” in various cities across the world, Kanye followed his “Black Skinhead” debut by performing the song for the first-time live. Expect both songs to appear on his now confirmed sixth solo album, Yeezus due June 18. Watch below…. Thanks to Yardie/MrWorldPremiere Previously: Kanye West to Release New Album ‘Yeezus’ on June 18 Kanye West – “New Slaves” (Full Video and Lyrics) Kanye West Previews “Awesome” at Adult Swim Event in NYC Kanye West Rants: “I Ain’t Doin No Muthaf**kin SNL Skits!” (Video) Kanye Performs “I Am A God” for the Met Gala Fashionistas! Here’s a Taste

For Mr. West‘s second Saturday Night Live performance of the night, Kanye West debuted “New Slaves” for the live NYC crowd. YEEZUS drops June 18th. Previously: Kanye West “Black Skinhead” SNL PerformanceThe post Kanye West “New Slaves” SNL Performance appeared first on Rap Dose.