Love & Hip Hop: New York (season 7)

Love & Hip Hop: New York (season 7)
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Starring
Country of origin United States
No. of episodes 16
Release
Original network VH1
Original release November 21, 2016 (2016-11-21) – February 27, 2017 (2017-02-27)
Season chronology

The seventh season of the reality television series Love & Hip Hop: New York aired on VH1 from November 21, 2016 until February 27, 2017. The show was primarily filmed in New York City, New York. It was executively produced by Mona Scott-Young and Stephanie R. Gayle for Monami Entertainment, Toby Barraud, Stefan Springman, Mala Chapple, David DiGangi, and Josh Richards for Eastern TV, and Nina L. Diaz and Vivian Gomez for VH1.

The series chronicles the lives of several women and men in the New York area, involved in hip hop music. It consists of 16 episodes, including a two-part reunion special hosted by Nina Parker.

Production

The cast of the seventh season, from left to right: Mariahlynn, Remy, Snoop, Yandy, Kimbella, Cardi and Bianca.
The seventh season title screen.

On November 14, 2016, VH1 announced that Love & Hip Hop would be returning for a seventh season on November 21, 2016.[1] Kimbella Vanderhee returned as a series regular after being absent from the show since the second season. Bianca Bonnie was promoted to the main cast, along with The Wire star Felicia "Snoop" Pearson. Juelz Santana joined the supporting cast, along with Cam'ron's girlfriend Juju C., Snoop's girlfriend J. Adrienne, radio personality DJ Drewski, his girlfriend Sky Landish, Mendeecees' baby mamas Samantha Wallace and Erika DeShazo, Mendeecees' mother Judy Harris, Samantha's mother Kim Wallace, Cardi's sister Hennessy Carolina and producer Swift Star. Aspiring singers Sofi Green and Major Galore, Rich's daughter Ashley Trowers, Rich's girlfriend Jade Wifey and Swift's girlfriend Asia Cole appeared in minor supporting roles. Love & Hip Hop: Hollywood star Moniece Slaughter made a special crossover appearance in two episodes.

Synopsis

With her husband Mendeecees in jail, Yandy finds herself in a custody battle with his baby mamas Samantha and Erika over their children. Kimbella struggles to move forward from Juelz's past infidelities and trust him again as he embarks on a career comeback. Cardi's fame has reached new heights but her attraction to her producer Swift creates new dramas. Bianca links up with old flame DJ Drewski, igniting a feud with his girlfriend Sky. The creep squad is torn apart after Self and Cisco get into a contract war over Mariahlynn. Snoop and her girlfriend J Adrienne come to blows over J's intense jealousy. Remy's career is better than ever but she is starting to feel the pressure from Papoose to expand their family.

Cast

Main cast

Episodes

No.
overall		No. in
season		TitleOriginal air dateUS viewers
(millions)
801"All The Way Up"November 21, 2016 (2016-11-21)2.35[2]

In the season premiere, Remy Ma and Papoose try to get on the same page. Cardi B's newfound fame causes new problems. Yandy struggles to keep the family together in Mendeecees' absence. Juelz Santana prepares for a return to music and hopes Kimbella will settle her beef with a longtime friend.

Kimbella returns to the opening credits and Bianca and Snoop are added to the opening credits, replacing departing cast members Moe & Lexxy, Tara and Amina (the latter two appear later in the season as supporting cast members). This episode marks the first appearances of Hennessy, Samantha and Juelz Santana as supporting cast members, as well as the first appearances of Snoop, J. Adrienne and Swift. Although credited, Mariahlynn does not appear.
812"Strawberries"November 28, 2016 (2016-11-28)2.48[3]

Bianca rekindles a working relationship with old flame DJ Drewski. Kimbella pops up on Juelz Santana at the studio. Cardi B takes her relationship with her producer to the next level. Snoop's flirtation with a potential artist leaves J at her wit's end.

This episode marks the first appearances of Drewski, Sofi Green and Sky. Although credited, Mariahlynn does not appear.
823"Chest Pains"December 5, 2016 (2016-12-05)2.17[4]

Yandy wants to keep the family together, but when Mendeecees' mother Judy spreads rumors about Samantha, it leads the family into an all out war. Drewski wants to put Bianca on a track, but his girlfriend disapproves of his plan. Snoop and J question their future together.

This episode marks the first appearances of Kim Wallace, Erika and Judy Harris as supporting cast members. Although credited, Remy does not appear.
834"Get It Poppin"December 12, 2016 (2016-12-12)2.28[5]

Yandy comes face to face with Erika and Samantha. J pops up and pops off on Sofi Green. Rich's daughter returns to NY with a mission to check his new girlfriend. Cardi discovers that Swift has a girlfriend and loses her mind.

This episode marks the first appearances of Asia and Ashley as supporting cast members, as well as the first appearance of Jade. Although credited, Kimbella, Bianca and Remy do not appear.
845"Past and Present"December 12, 2016 (2016-12-12)2.54[5]

Cardi deals with the repercussions of her actions. Drewski finds himself torn between business and pleasure. Kimbella discovers things are not as they seem with Juelz. Rich Dollaz tries to manage the fallout after his girlfriend Jade runs into a ghost from his past.

This episode marks the first appearance of Juju as a supporting cast member. Although credited, Yandy and Remy do not appear.
856"Lock and Key"December 19, 2016 (2016-12-19)2.29[6]

Bianca puts her feelings on the line with Drewski, leaving Sky to intervene. Snoop confronts her past while she and J make a big decision about their future. Yandy takes her beef with Erika to a new level. Moniece from Love & Hip Hop: Hollywood makes a shocking appearance for Rich and Jade Wifey.

This episode marks the first and only appearance of Moniece as a supporting cast member, as well as the final appearance of Jade. Although credited, Kimbella and Remy do not appear
867"Secret's Out"December 26, 2016 (2016-12-26)2.28[7]

Bianca seeks revenge on Mariahlynn. Drewski tries to win Sky over. Mendeecees steps into the drama between Yandy and Erika. Rich tips off DJ Self about Cisco. Yandy drops a bomb that changes the game.

Although credited, Snoop and Remy do not appear.
878"Firing Squad"January 2, 2017 (2017-01-02)2.61[8]

Yandy's secret has ripple effects. Remy makes a bold business decision to get more time with Papoose. Mariahlynn juggles her professional drama with family struggles. Peter Gunz attempts to restore order to the creep squad, only to have it blow up in his face.

Although credited, Bianca does not appear.
889"Coo Coo for Koko"January 9, 2017 (2017-01-09)2.18[9]

Papoose surprises Remy with a gift. Yandy meets with a mystery someone who might have some news about Samantha. Snoop and J try to work together. Peter and Cisco come face to face for a second time.

Tara returns as a supporting cast member. This episode marks the first appearance of Major Galore as a supporting cast member, as well as the final appearance of Sofi Green. Sway Calloway, Missy Elliott, Lil' Kim, Salt-N-Pepa and Queen Latifah appear in archival footage of Remy's Hip Hop Honors performance. Although credited, Kimbella and Cardi do not appear.
8910"Don't Mess with the Exes"January 16, 2017 (2017-01-16)2.49[10]

Peter tries to convince Rich to make amends with Cisco. Mariahlynn and Major Galore's issues with one another take center stage. Drewski finds an interesting way to confront Sky's trust issues. Yandy and Judy confront Erika and Samantha about the tape recordings.

Although credited, Kimbella, Cardi, Bianca and Remy do not appear.
9011"Creepin' Back"January 23, 2017 (2017-01-23)2.71[11]

Amina gives birth to baby Bronx while Peter tries to win another chance at love with Tara. Cardi gets an unexpected letter from Tommy. Remy surprises Papoose with a special gift. Kimbella puts her friendship with Yandy in the middle of her relationship problems with Juelz.

Although credited, Bianca, Mariahlynn and Snoop do not appear.
9112"Cancun – Part 1"January 30, 2017 (2017-01-30)2.38[12]
Yandy brings an uninvited guest to Mexico which fuels her conflict with Kimbella. Juju's book stirs up some unexpected drama. Back in New York, Self gets revenge on Cisco.
9213"Cancun – Part 2"February 6, 2017 (2017-02-06)2.33[13]

While Amina is visiting New York, Peter discusses their separation and the future of their relationship. Yandy confronts Juju again about the book. Tara and Amina are face to face for the first time in over a year. An unexpected guest shows up at Lil Mendeecees' birthday party.

This episode marks the first appearance of Amina as a supporting cast member. Although credited, Snoop does not appear.
9314"The Sit-Down"February 13, 2017 (2017-02-13)2.27[14]
In the season finale, the women in Mendeecees' life get together for a final sit down. Swift reveals his feelings to Cardi. Self makes a choice between Mariahlynn and Major Galore. Sky gives Drewski a dose of his own medicine.
9415"Reunion – Part 1"February 20, 2017 (2017-02-20)2.51[15]

The cast reunites as host Nina Parker dives into all of the drama of season seven. Cardi B and Asia come face to face since their last encounter while heated words are exchanged among the women in Mendeecees' life. The creep squad hash out their unresolved issues.

This episode marks the final appearances of Swift and Asia.
9516"Reunion – Part 2"February 27, 2017 (2017-02-27)2.63[16]

The drama continues as the story unfolds with Yandy, Erika, and Samantha. Tara, Peter and Amina discuss their relationship. Drewski reveals a surprise.

This episode marks the final appearances of Kimbella, Cardi, Cisco, Samantha, Juelz, J. Adrienne, Drewski, Sky, Kim, Erika, Peter, Major Galore and Amina.

Music

Several cast members had their music featured on the show and released singles to coincide with the airing of the episodes.

List of songs performed and/or featured in Love & Hip Hop: New York season seven
Title Performer Album Episode(s) Notes Ref
Back 2 The Crib
(feat. Cardi B)		 Swift Star OnDemand 1 performed onstage
All the Way Up
(feat. Fat Joe & French Montana)		 Remy Ma Plato O Plomo 1 performed onstage [17]
Ima Get It
(feat. Jaquae)		 Bianca Bonnie The 9th Year 2 performed onstage [18]
Living Life Sofi Green single 2 performed onstage [19]
Up In The Studio Gettin' Blown Juelz Santana single 3 performed in studio session [20]
Miss You Bianca Bonnie 3 performed briefly in scene
Make It Official
(feat. Maino & Bianca Bonnie)		 DJ Drewski single 3, 5 played and performed in street scene
performed in studio session		 [21]
Pull Up Cardi B Gangsta Bitch Music, Vol. 2 4 performed in studio session
On Fleek Cardi B Gangsta Bitch Music, Vol. 1 4 performed onstage
I Don't Wanna Hurt No More
(feat. PnB Rock & DJ Self)		 Major Galore single 5 performed onstage
Work On The Way
(feat. The Execs)		 Mariahlynn single 6 performed in rehearsal space
Phone Ring Bianca Bonnie The 9th Year 6 performed onstage [18]
Physical
(feat. DJ Jayhood)		 Mariahlynn single 7 performed in rehearsal space and onstage [22]
Ike 900 8 performed in studio space
Bubbly Sofi Green 8 played in music video shoot
98 Ma$e Sofi Green single 9 performed in studio and onstage
Work It
(feat. Nelly Furtado & Trina)		 Remy Ma VH1's Hip Hop Honors 9 performed onstage
Real Back In Style 1st Lady Shawne single 9 performed onstage
Ike 900 9 performed onstage
Love Come Down
(feat. Konshens)		 Major Galore single 10, 14 performed in rehearsal space and onstage [23]
Popping Tags Mariahlynn single 10 performed onstage
Black Love (Remix)
(feat. Remy Ma)		 Papoose single 11 played during scene [24]
Darkside Papoose single 12 played in music video shoot
Back To What I Know (Music In My Room) Amina Buddafly Music In My Room (EP) 13 performed onstage [25]
She A Bad Bitch (Bad Bitch Alert) (Remix) (feat. Cardi B) Red Café single 14 performed in music video shoot [26]
Once Upon a Time (I Was a Hoe) Mariahlynn single 14 performed onstage [27]

References

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  11. ↑ Welch, Alex (January 23, 2017). "Monday cable ratings: 'Love & Hip Hop' rises to the top". TV by the Numbers. Retrieved January 23, 2017.
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  13. ↑ Welch, Alex (February 7, 2017). "Monday cable ratings: 'Love & Hip Hop,' 'Monday Night Raw' stay on top". TV by the Numbers. Retrieved February 7, 2017.
  14. ↑ Welch, Alex (February 14, 2017). "Monday cable ratings: 'Love & Hip Hop' holds steady, 'Vanderpump Rules' takes a hit". TV by the Numbers. Retrieved February 14, 2017.
  15. ↑ Welch, Alex (February 21, 2017). "Monday cable ratings: 'WWE Monday Night Raw' holds steady, 'Bates Motel' premieres low". TV by the Numbers. Retrieved February 21, 2017.
  16. ↑ Welch, Alex (February 28, 2017). "Monday cable ratings: 'Bates Motel' and 'WWE Raw' tick down". TV by the Numbers. Retrieved February 28, 2017.
  17. ↑ "Fat Joe & Remy Ma - All the Way Up - Single". iTunes. Retrieved March 2, 2016.
  18. 1 2 "Bianca Bonnie - The 9th Year". iTunes. Retrieved August 17, 2016.
  19. ↑ "Sofi Green - Living Life - Single". iTunes. Retrieved September 13, 2016.
  20. ↑ "Juelz Santana - Up In The Studio Getting Blown - Single". HotNewHipHop. Retrieved November 22, 2016.
  21. ↑ "Drewski - Make It Official - Single". iTunes. Retrieved December 13, 2016.
  22. ↑ "Mariahlynn - Physical - Single". iTunes. Retrieved December 25, 2016.
  23. ↑ "Major Galore - Love Come Down - Single". iTunes. Retrieved August 3, 2016.
  24. ↑ "Papoose - Black Love (Remix) - Single". iTunes. Retrieved November 16, 2016.
  25. ↑ "Amina Buddafly - Music In My Room (EP)". iTunes. Retrieved December 29, 2016.
  26. ↑ "Red Café - She a Bad Bitch (Remix) (Single)". iTunes. Retrieved November 10, 2016.
  27. ↑ "Mariahlynn - Once Upon a Time - Single". iTunes. Retrieved February 19, 2015.
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