Rick Ross

Rape Lyrics Prompt Reebok To Drop Miami Rapper Rick Ross

After public outcry over Rick Ross’ lyrics that critics say glorify rape, Reebok has dropped Ross as a spokesperson. The news comes a week after activist group UltraViolet held a protest outside Reebok’s flagship store in New York City.

CBS4–2013/04/12

Rapper Rick Ross Accused Of ‘Glorifying Rape’, Petitioned To Apologize

Rick Ross has faced his share of controversy (most notable: his stint as a prison guard versus whether or not he actually dealt drugs), but the Florida rapper might have found his biggest match yet: his own lyrical content.

CBS4–2013/03/30

Investigation Continues Into Rapper Ross Shooting

While rapper Rick Ross isn’t talking about a shooting Monday morning which led him to crash his Rolls Royce through a fence off E Las Olas Boulevard in Ft. Lauderdale, at least one of his fellow rappers may not be buying his story.

CBS4–2013/01/29

Frank Ocean In Six-Way Tie For Most GRAMMY Noms

He stands with Kanye West, Jay-Z, The Black Keys’ Dan Auerbach, fun., and Mumford & Sons as the six artists who have six nominations each, topping all other artists.

2012/12/06