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The hustle never sleeps for the next generation of hip hop who battle to make it in the Big Apple.
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Get to Know Madina!

Madina might be new to the "Growing Up Hip Hop" franchise, but she's an OG in the game. As a former rapper, she's now using her knowledge to guide up-and-coming artists. Find out more about this lady in red!

#FunFactFriday: Madina Milana

For this week's #FunFactFriday, WE're putting the spotlight on "Growing Up Hip Hop: New York" star, Madina Milana! Check it out!

This or That: New York City Edition!

Uptown or downtown? Knicks or Nets? WE asked the #GUHHNY crew to pick a side in a game of "This or That?" — New York City edition!

Catching up with Flavor Flav!

WE’ve got a legend in the building — Flavor Flav! Watch as he speaks about making hip hop history, as well as what fans can expect to see on "Growing Up Hip Hop: New York."

#GUHHNY: Battle of the Boroughs!

WE asked the cast of #GUHHNY to decide which New York City borough contributed the most to hip hop, and the answers were all over the place! Find out which borough took the top spot.

When Did You Fall in Love with Hip Hop?

WE sat down with "Growing Up Hip Hop: New York" stars Ja Rule, Fat Joe, Irv Gotti, Charli Baltimore, and Jojo Simmons to find out the moment they fell in love with hip hop!

Get to Know Siaani!

What's it like growing up as Charli Baltimore's daughter? WE sat down with Siaani to find out! Watch as she discusses her unique upbringing, her relationship with her mom, and how she's making a name for herself.

Get to Know Arnstar!

Lil' Mama isn't the only star in the family. Get to know her little brother, Arnstar, who's made a name for himself as a dancer and actor. Find out what he's bringing to "Growing Up Hip Hop: New York!"

Get to Know Vina Love!

What's it like growing up as Kid Capri's daughter? WE sat down with Vina Love to find out! Watch as she discusses life in the spotlight, how she's making a name for herself, and what viewers can expect to see on “Growing Up Hip Hop: New York!”

Catching up with Lil' Mama!

After spending some time in Atlanta, Lil' Mama is back in her hometown of NYC! WE sat down with the multi-talent to discuss the new season of "Growing Up Hip Hop: New York," her relationship with her brother Arnstar, and the advice she'd give the #GUHHNY newbies.

Catching up with Kid Capri!

WE've got a legend in the building — Kid Capri! Find out more about his early DJ'ing days, how he's keeping an eye on the younger generation of artists, and his effort to help others outside of music.

Describe This Season of #GUHHNY in One Word!

How would the cast of "Growing Up Hip Hop: New York" describe the upcoming season? Find out!

Episode 1

#FunFactFriday: Ja Rule

For this week’s #FunFactFriday, WE’re putting the spotlight on rapper, actor, and “Growing Up Hip Hop: New York” star Ja Rule. Check it out!

JJ Keeps a Secret from Angie!

Following his arrest, JJ isn't in a rush to tell Angie that he spent the night in jail. He manages to keep the secret to himself for now, but how long before his sister discovers the truth?

A First Look at "Growing Up Hip Hop: New York!"

The children of notorious hip hop icons Ja Rule, Fat Joe, Irv Gotti, Rev Run, Flavor Flav, Charli Baltimore, Ol' Dirty Bastard, and Kid Capri take over the Big Apple where the hustle never sleeps. Love triangles, abandonment, polygamy, pregnancies, DNA tests and multiple arrests will test their determination to succeed.

'YDB Is Talking Crazy!'

One thing's for sure: YDB is a character. While paying a visit to see Jojo, he recaps a crazy day with his kids. The little ones are wearing daddy out!

Ja Rule Addresses the Fyre Fest Fiasco!

Fyre Festival will forever be a stain on Ja's otherwise impressive career. However, he's not willing to go out without redeeming himself! When he tells his kids he's preparing for another festival, they have mixed reactions about the idea.

Vina Love's Sexy Photo Shoot!

Vina Love is hoping to spice up her image with a too-hot-to-handle photo shoot! But, when her dad shows up, he suggests she showcase her talent – not her body. Will she take his advice?

JJ Got Arrested??

JJ has some explaining to do following his arrest. Irv went easy on his son after bailing him out of jail, but the morning has come and he's looking for some answers. However, Irv will get more than he bargained for when JJ makes a shocking confession.

Quan's Music Debut!

Quan is ready to follow in his dad's footsteps as a rapper and has the support of his sister/manager, Da'Zyna. He's hoping to get a boost from dad, but will Quan be able to depend on Flav when he really needs him?

Like Father, Like Son?

Ryan is determined to follow in the footsteps of his dad, Fat Joe, and become the hitmaker of his generation. But, Joe is hesitant to push his son into the music business and wants him to take a more traditional route. Does father really know best?

It's A Family Affair!

The families of Ja Rule and Irv Gotti go way back to their days with Murder, Inc. In celebration of JJ's 20th birthday, the whole crew is back together and having a great time!

Episode 2

Da'Zyna Goes Out With YDB!

YDB and Da'Zyna go on a date! As Da'Zyna opens up about her past hardships with her father, YDB shows up with the moral support. Will this spark lead to a fiery romance, or is it just a small flame?

This Season on "Growing Up Hip Hop: New York!"

In this city, the hustle never sleeps. The children of hip hop icons Ja Rule, Fat Joe, Irv Gotti, Rev. Run, Flavor Flav, Charli Baltimore, Ol’ Dirty Bastard, and Kid Capri take over the Big Apple. Love triangles, abandonment, polygamy, pregnancies, DNA tests and multiple arrests will test their determination to succeed.

Fat Joe Keeps It Real With Ryan!

Ryan's dreams are still set on rapping and Fat Joe is not too happy about it. Will Ryan listen to his father, or continue to do what he loves most?

Ja Rule Is Shocked By Brittney's Confession!

Brittney joins her dad's workout session to tell him about the night before. When he finds out what she discovered at the party, he is shocked!

Angela Doesn't Have Time For Lil' Mama Drama!

Lil' Mama is in no rush to get to her '90s party, and Angela is not having it! Will Angela wait for the host to show, or will her patience run out?

Episode 3

Irv and Charli Make Amends!

It's no secret that Irv Gotti and Charli Baltimore had a rough falling out. But, after years of not speaking, the two are on good terms again! And just in time for a Murder Inc. reunion tour...

Fat Joe Doesn't Want Ryan to Rap!

Fat Joe gets frustrated when Ryan expresses his desire to focus on his music instead of inheriting his shoe store. Will Ryan go against his father's wishes?

Sneak Peek: The Drama Gets Bad When Madina is Mad!

It's about to go down in the Big Apple! Lil' Mama opens up about her relationship with Angela, Irv tries to set up a Murder, Inc. reunion, Da'Zyna meets YDB's baby momma, and Madina pops off!

Da'Zyna Meets YDB's Baby Momma!

YDB "forgot" to tell Da'Zyna that one of his two baby momma's is pregnant. And when the two women accidentally meet for the first time, it's a tense situation. What will she do?

YDB Wants to Do What with Da'Zyna?!

YDB's mom catches wind that he wants to have another child with a third woman. Can YDB keep his cool??

Episode 4

Is Charli a Bad 'Momager?'

When Siaani expresses her frustrations with her momager, Charli Baltimore, the hip hop queen fires back! How long will this mother-daughter duo be on rocky terms?

Lil' Mama and Angela Face Off!

Lil' Mama and Angela finally sit down to talk about the tension they've had for years. When the confrontation gets awkward, however, it seems like a reconciliation is not in the cards...

Sneak Peek: JJ's Mom Finds Out About His Arrest!

There's no relaxing on this week's episode of #GUHHNY! Lil Mama and Angela Simmons finally sit down to talk about their beef. Meanwhile, JJ comes clean to his mom about his arrest, and she is NOT happy!

Deb Goes OFF on Irv!

When Deb finds out about JJ's arrest, WE can clearly see why he was so scared to tell her! But, bad turns to worse as she calls Irv to get his take on the situation.

Flav Disappoints His Kids

When Flav reacts positively to Quan's record, the siblings are expecting an easy "yes" to getting him on the track. But, they thought too soon. His answer opens old wounds and surprises them.

Episode 5

Fat Joe Delivers Bad News to Ryan

Ryan is having a listening party for his new music and can't wait for his dad to hear what he's been working on. But, when Fat Joe breaks the news that he can't make it, will the party still go on?

Sneak Peek: Ryan Messes Up!

Things get emotional when Da’Zyna confronts Flav on how she really feels about his role as a father. Meanwhile, Ryan forgets to bring music to his own event and Vina confronts Arnstar about their relationship. Watch to see all of the drama go down on this week's episode of Growing Up Hip Hop: New York!

Was Lil' Mama's Party REALLY 'Lit?'

Lil' Mama is super proud of the '90s party she threw with her brothers, but Madina thinks it was a dud. Will Madina bite her tongue about the matter, or is she ready to call out Lil' Mama for stretching the truth?

Lil' Mama's Advice for Siaani

When Lil' Mama finds out Siaani has been butting heads with Charli, she has some words of wisdom for the up-and-coming DJ. Could this lead to a breakthrough in Siaani and Charli's relationship?

Da'Zyna Confronts Flav!

Da'Zyna sits down with her father, Flavor Flav, and reveals how hard her childhood was due to his absences. Will Flav accept what she has to say, or will the two continue to butt heads?

Episode 6

Taniqua Sets YDB Straight!

YDB and Taniqua meet to discuss the events that took place on his birthday, along with her "meddling" in his love life! Will YDB continue to do as he pleases, or can Taniqua get through to him?

YDB and Da'Zyna Are WHAT?!

The ladies of #GUHHNY sit down for a relaxing dinner in the city. But, when Da'Zyna drops a bomb on them about her and YDB, how will they react to the unexpected information?

Da'Zyna Is Honest With Flav!

For the first time, Da'Zyna opens up to Flav about her sexuality. Will he be accepting, or will this further put a rift between the two?

Sneak Peek: Flav Reveals a Shocking Truth!

As Da'Zyna and YDB continue to entertain a budding romance, Flav throws a grenade at their plans. Meanwhile, Charli's leg injury threatens to derail the Murder Inc. reunion tour.

Charli's Life-Changing Injury

Ja, Irv, and Charli get together for a dinner to discuss the impending Murder Inc. reunion tour. When Charli tells the guys about her leg injury, Irv questions if she'll be able to perform on the tour. Will Charli be able to commit?

Episode 7

Siaani Disappoints Kid Capri

After Madina pulls a few strings for Siaani and lands her a meeting with Kid Capri, the budding DJ cracks under the pressure. Is this the end of her career in the Big Apple or can she redeem herself?

Ryan Performs With His Fat Joe!

Fat Joe invites Ryan on stage for a performance, but it does not go as expected. Will he continue to perform, or is this it for him?

Quan Needs To Step It Up!

Da'Zyna and Will are not pleased with Quan's approach to his upcoming performance. Will Quan prove himself to his siblings, or is their respect for him gone for good?

Why Did Jojo Get Arrested?

The cast of #GUHHNY is enjoying a nice dinner when it suddenly takes a dramatic turn! Now, they're all left wondering the same thing: why did Jojo get arrested??

Sneak Peek: "Why is He Getting Arrested?!"

NYC is testing our #GUHHNY cast in ways they've never been tested before. Siaani has a hiccup in front of Kid Capri, Da'Zyna freaks out on Quan, and Jojo has a major run-in with the law. Will everyone be able to handle the heat (literally), or will they crack under the pressure?

Episode 8

Ryan Crosses a Major Line!

Tensions begin to rise when Madina tells Vina what Ryan had the audacity to text her! Find out what he said, and what Madina plans on doing next...

Sneak Peek: Things Are Heating up in NYC!

WE're midway through this season of #GUHHNY and, trust us, you haven't seen anything yet. The secrets will spill about Murder Inc.'s past, Ryan will bump heads with Fat Joe, Madina will face off against Siaani AND Da'Zyna, plus more! Buckle up — it's going to be a crazy ride.

Angie Stands Up To Irv!

Irv is adamant that the #GUHHNY kids don't work nearly as hard as their fathers. However, when Angie disagrees, things get tense! Find out what she has to say for herself.

Jojo's Run-In with the Police!

Jojo's big night went from bad to worse! He meets up with the #GUHHNY crew to recap the incident and settle everyone's nerves.

Charli Is NOT Happy with Madina!

Charli is not impressed when Siaani recaps her meeting with Kid Capri. Is it time for mama bear to return to her role as momager?

Episode 9

Madina Confronts Ryan About His Business Moves!

The time has come for Madina and Vina to confront Ryan about his questionable behavior. Will the trio find common ground, or will Ryan lose out on future opportunities?

Are YDB and Da'Zyna REALLY Cousins?

Before YDB and Da'Zyna can move forward with any romantic relationship, they need to figure out if they're related. Awkward, WE know. When the results are revealed, how will they handle the situation?

What's Wrong with Flav?

Flav is holding back a secret and refuses to reveal it to his children until he gets them all together. How will they react to the news? WE'll soon find out.

Irv Addresses His Relationship with Ashanti!

Irv is in the middle of planning an epic Murder Inc. reunion tour, but he's honest with the fact that there's some lingering beef between him and several artists. Namely, Ashanti. Will Irv let bygones be bygones and give the fans the tour they deserve?

Sneak Peek: YDB and Da'Zyna Take DNA Tests!

YDB and Da'Zyna want to find out once and for all if they are related, and the fate of their relationship lays in the results. Elsewhere, Madina confronts Ryan about his inappropriate behavior and Deb dishes out the dirt to Irv. Will everyone play nice? Or is it better to leave some bridges burned?

Episode 10

Sneak Peek: Madina Mama Drama!

Madina can't seem to escape the drama! A pool party at Ja's house takes an unexpected turn when she confronts Charli AND Da'Zyna. Can Madina keep her cool around the rest of the cast?

Did Madina Just Insult Charli?

Charli has some questions for Madina when it comes to the future of Siaani's career. However, Madina has some thoughts about Charli's involvement, and Siaani is NOT here for it! Did Madina just ruin her relationship with these two?

Siaani Has Career Doubts!

Siaani isn't too confident about her DJ'ing skills after a disastrous meeting with Kid Capri. So, when an opportunity to play the Barclays Center comes her way, will she take it? Or will she let fear get the best of her?

Madina Calls Da'Zyna a Bad Manager!

Madina interrupts Jeff Jr.'s pool party to criticize Da'Zyna for how she manages Quan's career. When Da'Zyna fires back and the insults become personal, a feud is started! Will these two be able to repair this friendship?

Episode 11

Ryan Is Fed up with Fat Joe!

Ryan is in a tough situation after Fat Joe cuts him off a week before his first single drops. Feeling for his situation, can Da'Zyna and Quan offer him any good insight before he does something he regrets?

Taniqua Opens Up About ODB's Death

While grabbing drinks with the ladies, Taniqua breaks down as she shares heartbreaking details about the day her father died. Will this conversation inspire YDB to open up about his feelings surrounding the tragedy?

Will Is Going on a Date with Who??

The crew is suspicious when Will shows up to guys night out all dressed up. Their instincts tell them it's because of a potential love interest, and they are correct! The person he has in mind, however, shocks them all.

Madina and Vina Confront Da'Zyna!

Vina surprises Da'Zyna at Quan's video shoot by bringing a special guest — Madina! Will the two be able to move past their differences before a fight ruins the night?

Sneak Peek: Madina & Da'Zyna Come to Blows!

The feud between Madina and Da'Zyna has escalated and there doesn't seem to be an end in sight. Meanwhile, Ryan flips out when Fat Joe cuts him off. The drama in NYC is heating up!

Episode 12

Arnstar Opens Up About His Childhood

In a candid conversation with Lil’ Mama and her father, Arnstar opens up about his feelings on his childhood. Grab your tissues, this is a tear jerker.

Flav Reveals Why He Wears a Clock!

It's no secret that Flavor Flav and Kid Capri have a solid friendship. So, when their kids begin to brawl, it's on them to make sure everyone stays civil! Watch the two confront each other about the behavior of their heirs, and find out how Flav got his first clock!

Sneak Peek: The Fight Continues!

After Da’Zyna and Madina’s big fight, Flav and Kid Capri meet face to face to discuss the confrontation. Meanwhile, Madina continues to stir the pot by disrespecting Charli to Siaani’s face!

Madina Meets Her Match!

As far as Lil’ Mama’s dad is concerned, Madina has caused enough trouble for one afternoon. Will he be able to keep his cool during a heated confrontation at the family function? Or, is this Madina’s last strike?

Will a Murder Inc. Reunion Happen?

Irv is dead set on getting Murder Inc. together for a reunion tour. However, due to his rocky relationship with Ashanti, the whole production could be in jeopardy. Can Irv and Ashanti patch things up? Or, is it best to leave the past in the past?

Episode 13

Charli Breaks Down the Madina Drama!

Charli and Ja sit down to catch up, but it’s not long before the conversation goes back to Jeff’s graduation party. More specifically, Charli’s incident with Madina! Listen to her side of things.

Flavor Flav’s Intervention Gets Physical

Da'Zyna, Quan, and Will sit down to confront their father about his behavior after finding out he’s sick. However, things get physical when Flav denies their help. Can the family save him before it’s too late?

Sneak Peek: A Murder Inc. Reunion!

The season finale is here, and so is the DRAMA! Flav shows up drunk to Quan’s video shoot, YDB and Da’Zyna get their DNA results, and Madina crosses Charli. Plus, WE got a front row seat to the Murder Inc. reunion!

Madina Publicly Disses Charli!

The vibe at the Murder Inc. event gets thrown off when Madina arrives on a mission. When she hits the stage, she delivers a performance that leaves everyone shook — and Irv fuming!

Flav Delivers Heartbreaking Health News

The time has come for Flav to reveal some devastating health news to his children. Will the family be able to handle this unexpected diagnosis?

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