Rapper T.I. made perfect timing with his return the to hip-hop scene over the weekend in his Atlanta hometown where the annual BET Hip-Hop Awards kicked off. Immediately following his departure from house arrest on Thursday, Tip hit the ground running diving right into the various activities the weekend had to offer. T.I. highlighted his official return back to the public spotlight by releasing a few notable records, Young Jeezy's "F.A.M.E.," Future's "Magic" and his first track since his release, "Flexin." In addition to celebrating the BET Awards along with his fellow rap peers and performing at the show, Tip's birthday recently passed giving the rapper one more reason to raise a glass.

On Sunday T.I. held his first on-camera interview at a private brunch inside the swanky Mansion hotel. Family and friends came out to salute Tip over food and drinks as well get a preview of his Akoo clothing line's latest offerings. An excited Tip revealed that he feels great to be home and is already plotting his next move. Read more...

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