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“Wow, that’s huge,” Simmons told MTV News’ Sway. “That’s dope. It’s crazy to me. … I’m at a loss for words. I’ve grinded and whatnot, but it’s been a short amount of time. When I saw [the other 'Hottest Breakthrough' candidates], I was like, ‘Eh.’ I was excited that I was even put in there. But I didn’t necessarily think I would win, because I haven’t been grinding as long as some dudes. … But the fact that I’m top five is huge.”

He talks about the experience he went through growing up in Queensbridge, the music he listened to growing up and his parents sheltering him as a child. He speaks on his father giving him the gift and how he got started playing professional basketball. Read more…

Nas chops it up with Tim Westwood about working with Damian Marley, a new solo album, Drake & his show in London.

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Dondria stopped by 106 & Park today and dropped off her new video for “Shawty Wus Up“. She also spoke briefly about her upcoming tour with Trey Songz and Monica.