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The 25 Most Memorable Hip-Hop and R&B MTV VMAs PerformancesThe 25 Most Memorable Hip-Hop and R&B MTV VMAs PerformancesHip-hop and R&B have come a long way on MTV. We're looking back at 25 of the best performances on the MTV VMAs. Ashlea BrandonAshlea Brandon
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The Truth Behind Robert Glasper’s Claims That Lauryn Hill ‘Stole’ ‘The Miseducation’The Truth Behind Robert Glasper’s Claims That Lauryn Hill ‘Stole’ ‘The Miseducation’Was Robert Glasper correct in his claims that Lauryn Hill "stole" her debut album? The answer isn't as black and white as you may think. Safra DucreaySafra Ducreay
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Lauryn Hill Extends ‘Miseducation Tour’ to EuropeLauryn Hill Extends ‘Miseducation Tour’ to EuropeTickets for the new dates go on sale on May 25. Jacinta HowardJacinta Howard