What The Hell Just Happened In Music This Week?

The Knowles/Carter family elevator ride, Cam'Ron and A-Trak's new track "Dipsh*t," Lil Wayne's comeback, and more.

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This week kicked off with footage of Solange Knowles attacking Jay Z in an elevator while Beyoncé stood back watching leaked from Standard Hotel. Since the initial reports, rumors began circulating that Rihanna's afterparty and Dame Dash's ex-wife Rachel Roy caused the family strife. The Knowles sisters exchanged subliminal shots via Instagram, a Standard Hotel employee was fired, and conspiracy theories and hilarious memes made their rounds on the Internet.

Cam'Ron and A-Trak gave us a break from the Carter-Knowles family drama by getting Dipset together for the "Dipshits" music video. With Juelz Santana on the hook, a Jim Jones cameo, production by Just Blaze, and a signature Dame Dash rant to close out the song the video brings you back to Dipset in their prime.

Another Carter who made headlines this week was Lil Wayne, who released a new song called "D'usse" and is flawlessly keeping his promise to fans about working harder this year after being snubbed from two major award shows in 2013. This week also marked the posthumous return of Michael Jackson with the release of Xscape, an album put together by his estate along with executive producer and Epic Records chairman L.A. Reid. Check out all that and more on What The Hell Just Happened In Music This Week?

Puff Daddy delivered the commencement speech at this year's Howard University graduation ceremony.

Date: May 10

Call him Dr. Combs. Sean "Diddy" Combs gave the commencement speech at Howard University last Saturday. He also received a honorary degree in humanities at the ceremony.

"We are honored to have Mr. Combs serve as our speaker," Interim President Wayne A.I. Frederick said. "He sat in classrooms where our students sit, walked 'The Yard,' and like many students, his entrepreneurial spirit was sparked at Howard. We know he will inspire our class to work hard and to always strive for excellence."

Even with the controversy surrounding the announcement, Diddy's carrying on and telling his story of success. Along with Diddy, speeches were also be made by Wolf Blitzer, Benny Golson, Clive Callender, and Indra K. Nooyi. —Zach Frydenlund

Mac Miller released his latest mixtape Faces on Mother's Day.

Date: May 11

To kick off Mother's Day, Mac Miller dropped his latest mixtape called Faces. The 24-song project includes previously released songs such as "Diablo," and features from Rick Ross, Earl Sweatshirt, and Da$H, among others.

The mixtape is available on Mac's new site, oldjewish.com, where you can basically make any (virtual) sandwich you want. He also released a video explaining the concept behind Old Jewish and the new release, shouting out Rick Rubin, among other people.—Ahmed Awad

On Mother's Day, Eminem premiered the video for "Headlights," which narrates the troubled relationship between the rapper and his mom.

Date: May 11

Eminem released the short film for "Headlights" directed by Spike Lee on Mother's Day, which was shot in Detroit sometime earlier this year. The Nate Ruess-featured song is a long-awaited apology from Eminem to his mother Debbie Mathers after spending years trashing her on his past albums.

He opens up about his past on the personal song, which appears on The Marshall Mathers LP 2.

Watch the video on VEVO below.—Ahmed Awad

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OB O'Brien dropped two new songs, including one with Drake called "2 On/Thotful."

Date: May 12

After teasing new music, OB OBrien returns today with two new songs, with one featuring Drake. On "2 On/Thotful," Drizzy and OB spit some fierce bars over a pretty wild beat from DJ Mustard, which was originally used by Tinashe with ScHoolBoy Q. OB hits fans with the solo joint for "Hazelton Trump," proving that he can hold his own over some dynamic production. OVO SZN isn't slowing down anytime soon we suppose. —Zach Frydenlund

TMZ released leaked footage that shows Solange attacking Jay Z in an elevator at The Standard Hotel after a Met Gala party.

Date: May 12 and 15

Video footage of what appears to be Solange attacking Jay Z in an elevator after the Met Gala surfaced this week. In the video obtained by TMZ, Jay, Solange, and Beyoncé are all packed in the elevator along with what looks to be a security guard at the Standard Hotel in NYC, and are still dressed in their formal wear. In the video, Solange begins kicking and hitting Jay repeatedly, while he backs up towards one side of the elevator.

On Thursday May 15, Jay Z, Beyoncé, and Solange made their first public statement following the release of the footage of Solange attacking Jay in an elevator. They didn't address what caused the incident, but did note that they have all moved past the issues as a family. It was reported that The Standard Hotel has fired the employee who leaked the video of the fight.

Rumors surrounding the incident between Solange and Jay Z in an elevator at the Standard Hotel began to surface. According to a report by the New York Daily News, Solange allegedly became upset with Jay Z when he left the Standard's Met Gala after party to attend Rihanna's after party. Other reports claimed that Dame Dash's ex-wife Rachel Roy got a little too flirty, which set Solange off on both her and Jay Z. —Zach Frydenlund

Michael Jackson's posthumous album Xscape was finally released this week.

Date: May 13

In partnership with the Estate of Michael Jackson, Epic Records has released Michael Jackson's posthumous album, Xscape. The album is executive produced by L.A. Reid, who was able to access four decades worth of completed and unreleased material from Jackson, with other production from Timbaland, Stargate, Rodney Jerkins, and more.

"Michael left behind some musical performances that we take great pride in presenting through the vision of music producers that he either worked directly with or expressed strong desire to work with," Reid said in a statement. "We are extremely proud and honored to present this music to the world."The 17-track deluxe project is available to stream via Spotify below. —Lauren Nostro

We premiered the Cam'ron and A-Trak video for "Dipsh*ts," which had fans feeling like it was 2003 again.

Date: May 14

Oh, you thought you had your summer anthem on lock? Nah, b. On Wednesday, Complex TV presented its latest First Look: Cam'ron & A-Trak's "Dipsh*ts." Produced by A-Trak, Oliver and Just Blaze, "Dipsh*ts" marks Cam's and Dipsets' victorious return. And, of course, in true Diplomat fashion, Jim Jones makes a cameo in the video, Juelz Santana is on the hook, and Dame Dash—executive producer of Federal Reserve—closes the track with a legendary rant. May 14 also marks the 12th anniversary of Cam'ron's Come Home With Me.

The video, directed by Ricky Saiz, captures the glory of Harlem-and the Diplomats-with the perfect amount of flair, and features cameos from Paloma Elsesser, Venus X, Cat Power, Chromeo, and more. —Lauren Nostro

Lana Del Rey's upcoming album, Ultraviolence, now has an official release date.

Date: May 14

Lana Del Rey's new album, Ultraviolence, looks like it will be available on June 16. While her site and Twitter says the 16th, official iTunes release date will be the following day. The album will feature 14 songs in total, and is carrying a very good amount of buzz after her latest single, "West Coast."

She still has yet to announce if any features will be on the album, but with song titles like "Fucked My Way to the Top," and "Pretty When You Cry," who needs them? Stay tuned for more details as they become available. You can pre-order the album box set right here. —Zach Frydenlund

Justin Bieber is being questioned by the LAPD about an alleged attempted robbery.

Date: May 14

It appears that Justin Bieber has had yet another run in with the law. Reports surfaced this week that Bieber was being questioned by the LAPD about an alleged attempted robbery.

TMZ is reporting that an incident happened early on May 14; a woman says Bieber took her phone after he thought she was taking pictures of him. She then said that Bieber handed the phone back and demanded that she prove to him no photos were taken. The woman then logged a complaint with the LAPD, and they are now currently investigating the matter. It is not clear at this point what this would mean for Bieber based on his past criminal history.—Zach Frydenlund

Lil Wayne remains consistent with his Carter V drops and gave fans another banger called "D'usse."

Date: May 14 and 15

Lil Wayne keeps Carter V season going this week as he dropped a freebie for the fans with his "D'usse" freestyle. There is still no date for the album, but with a possible tour on the way, and his new single "Believe Me," with Drake, it seems like it's going to be sooner than later.

Wayne stuck with the athlete route for the release, turning to New York Jets running back Chris Johnson this time around. —Zach Frydenlund

What The Hell Just Happened In Music This Week?

The Knowles/Carter family elevator ride, Cam'Ron and A-Trak's new track "Dipsh*t," Lil Wayne's comeback, and more.

Puff Daddy delivered the commencement speech at this year's Howard University graduation ceremony.

Mac Miller released his latest mixtape Faces on Mother's Day.

On Mother's Day, Eminem premiered the video for "Headlights," which narrates the troubled relationship between the rapper and his mom.

OB O'Brien dropped two new songs, including one with Drake called "2 On/Thotful."

TMZ released leaked footage that shows Solange attacking Jay Z in an elevator at The Standard Hotel after a Met Gala party.

Michael Jackson's posthumous album Xscape was finally released this week.

We premiered the Cam'ron and A-Trak video for "Dipsh*ts," which had fans feeling like it was 2003 again.

Lana Del Rey's upcoming album, Ultraviolence, now has an official release date.

Justin Bieber is being questioned by the LAPD about an alleged attempted robbery.

Lil Wayne remains consistent with his Carter V drops and gave fans another banger called "D'usse."

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