Timbaland & Jay Z’s “Big Pimpin'” Lawsuit Is Headed To Court After 8 Years!

After 8 long years, it looks like Timbaland and Jay Z’s lawsuit for “Big Pimpin’” will finally be heading to court. Back in 2006, Egyptian singer Abdel Halim Hafez, who was popular in the 1960s, sued Timbaland and Hov for allegedly stealing his song, “Khosara Khosara,” which was featured on a 1960 film titled Fata Ahlami. “They used it with a song that even by Jay Z’s own admission is very vulgar and base,” explained Fahmy’s lawyer, Keith Wesley. “That’s really why this is so significant to my client. They not only took music without paying. They’re using it in a song that is, frankly, disgusting.” Everyone on behalf of Hafez’ estate is furious because they feel that Jay Z made the song loose it’s value and meaning by adding his degrading lyrics to it. “This case is a perfect example of the importance of the requirement that a copyright owner be afforded the opportunity to consider any potential sublicense of his copyright.” The most ironic part about the entire lawsuit is that back in 2011 when Hov appeared on “Decoded,” even he himself admitted that he’s disgusted by his extreme vulgar lyrics in “Big Pimpin’” track. “It was like, ‘I can’t believe I said that. And kept saying it. What kind of animal would say this sort of thing? Reading it is really harsh’.”


Fashion: Presenting Maat Clothing “OG Maat Tee”

Maat Clothing is a brand ran by Nicholas Nguyen a 20 year old that has a creative mind. Today, I will be presenting his “OG Maat Tee”. Maat Clothing started last month and so far has had some good success. Nicholas say’s that he has been working with different Egyptian designs since last summer and got back into it this summer and officially started the brand just last month. The shirt is definitely a must purchase. The tee features very cool 3D Egyptian pyramids in the front in Gold that read MAAT. In place of the A their is pyramids with wings placed on the side of each. Maat Clothing is inspired by Egyptian, if you couldn’t tell already. The word itself “maat” is an Egyptian word which was the ancient goddess of Egypt that represented truth, justice, order and morality. But besides local brands inspiring him the history of Egypt inspires the brand also. If you are interested in purchasing the “OG Maat Tee” which is available in either white or black, you can place orders by email [email protected]. I will keep you updated on upcoming releases and when they officially start up their website to order. To stay more in tune with the brand follow Maat Clothing on instagram. Hit the jump to check out more detailed pics of the tee.


(Caught On Tape) Egyptian Photographer Captures His Own Death On Video!!!

So sad. While attending a pro-Muslim brotherhood demonstration, 26-year-old Ahmed Samir Assem caught numerous killings on camera until the shooter turns his gun to him –then the screen goes blank. Hit the jump to see for yourself.


(Photos)Heidi Klum Celebrating Halloween Now???

Yes, Heidi Klum is celebrating Halloween a little late. Well she had no choice after her annual Halloween party was postponed due to Hurricane Sandy, so she celebrated it this weekend. She brought out the creativity she usually does and stunned the crowd in her amazing costume. Hit the jump to see what she wore. Steph B


American Killed In Libyan Consulate Attack!

R.I.P to the American who was killed in a US Consulate attack after the Egyptian protest in Libya. Click below for the full story. Melissa Nash


$5 Million Paid To Buy Freedom For Rights Workers Held In Egypt

Seven American rights workers are on a plane out of Egypt after the U.S. paid nearly $5 million in bail costs to secure their freedom. Egyptian officials said the U.S. paid $300,000 each for 16 Americans, nine of whom were already out of the country. Click below to read the rest of the story. @WiLMajor


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