Lil Wayne in health scare

Rapper Lil Wayne is on “mandated rest” after a severe migraine and dehydration caused him to be taken to hospital.

His management team, the Blueprint Group, said Lil Wayne was released from hospital treatment and would return to work soon. They added that the New Orleans-based rapper appreciated his fans’ support and love.

No further details were released.

The 30-year-old multi-platinum performer is working on a follow up to his last album, 2011’s Tha Carter IV.