The upcoming trial of Atlanta rapper Young Thug, whose real name is Jeffery Lamar Williams, on gang-related racketeering charges has sparked a significant legal debate concerning the admissibility of rap lyrics as evidence. Fulton County Superior Court Chief Judge Ural Glanville recently ruled that prosecutors can introduce select lyrics, provided they demonstrate a clear link […]
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Introduction The entertainment world is abuzz with the ongoing legal battle of Sean “Diddy” Combs, the renowned rapper and music producer currently facing a slew of serious charges, including sex trafficking and racketeering. As Combs awaits trial, scheduled for May 2025, from within the walls of the Metropolitan Detention Center, his legal team is pulling […]