Rapper, Lil Wayne hit the Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon stage, Wednesday night, to perform his new song “Dreams”. The New Orleans born rapper, delivered an electrifying performance alongside The Roots Check out Wayne’s performance below: “Dreams” can be found on Wayne’s new project “Funeral”.  

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After receiving backlash for their choice to include comedian Bill Cosby’s work in one of their inaugural exhibitions, the Smithsonian has decided to feature information about the sexual allegations made against Cosby as part of the exhibit.

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So Nelly is back on the scene with some new music, although I would like to see him relaunch them Apple Bottom jeans again! Anyway, he has teamed up with DJ Mustard and Jeremih for his new song called “The Fix.” Peep him perform the song with The Roots on The Tonight Show below!