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Lola Young’s ‘Messy’ Earns a Fourth Week Atop the U.K. Singles Chart

Lola Young's single "Messy" has impressively secured its position at the top of the U.K. Singles Chart for a fourth consecutive week. This achievement marks a significant milestone for Young, as it's not only her first number one hit but also represents the longest stint at the top for a solo British female artist since Adele. "Messy" has captured widespread attention, transcending its initial virality on TikTok to become a chart-topping success​ officialcharts.com ​ officialcharts.com ​ russells.co.uk . The track's […]

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Gospel

Gospel Legend Marvin Sapp Details New ‘If I Were an R&B Singer’ EP: ‘I Can Take Risks’

Gospel legend Marvin Sapp has ventured into new musical territory with his EP titled "If I Were an R&B Singer," which was released on Valentine's Day, 2025. This project represents a significant departure for Sapp, known primarily for his gospel music, as it explores the R&B genre through a collection of love songs. The EP includes tracks like "Listen," "Moment or Lifetime," "Free Fallin" (co-written by his son), and "Through My Pain," showcasing his deep and resonant vocal style within […]

todayFebruary 16, 2025 4

Hip Hop

How Can Drake Release an Album While He’s Suing His Record Label?

Drake is currently in a legal battle with his record label, Universal Music Group (UMG), despite suing them. This is possible because the ongoing lawsuit does not prevent him from continuing his professional activities, including releasing new music. Artists can still fulfill their contractual obligations and release music under their existing contracts, even if they are involved in litigation with their music labels. In Drake's case, he filed a defamation lawsuit against UMG over the promotion of Kendrick Lamar's diss […]

todayFebruary 16, 2025 7

Hip Hop

Lawsuit Accusing Jay-Z, Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs of Raping 13-Year-Old Girl Dismissed

The lawsuit accusing Jay-Z and Sean "Diddy" Combs of raping a 13-year-old girl in 2000 has been dismissed. The dismissal was voluntary by the accuser's attorney, and no settlement was involved. Both Jay-Z and Diddy have maintained their innocence. Jay-Z described the allegations as "frivolous, fictitious and appalling" and criticized the legal process that allows such claims to be filed without sufficient evidence. Diddy's legal team also stated the dismissal confirms the baseless nature of the accusations​ popculture.com .

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Music

Shakira Hospitalized in Lima, Postpones Upcoming Show

Shakira was recently hospitalized in Lima, Peru, due to an abdominal condition, which led her to postpone the upcoming show of her "Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran" tour originally scheduled for February 16, 2025, at Estadio Nacional in Lima. She shared the news via her Instagram, explaining the necessity of her hospital visit and the resulting show postponement​ soapcentral.com . Moreover, Shakira has had to postpone her entire North American tour, initially set for November and December 2024, to May […]

todayFebruary 16, 2025 7

Hip Hop

Diddy Sues NBC Universal & Peacock For $100 Million Over Their Diddy Doc

Sean "Diddy" Combs has filed a $100 million defamation lawsuit against NBCUniversal and Peacock over a documentary titled "Diddy: The Making of a Bad Boy." The documentary reportedly portrays Combs in an extremely negative light, comparing him to Jeffrey Epstein with allegations of heinous crimes such as serial murder, rape, and sex trafficking. Combs' legal team argues that the documentary was created with a reckless disregard for the truth, aiming to damage his reputation ahead of his upcoming criminal trial. […]

todayFebruary 14, 2025 6

Chart News

The Weeknd nets his fourth Official Number 1 album with Hurry Up Tomorrow.

The Weeknd, the acclaimed Canadian artist known for his distinctive blend of R&B, pop, and soul, has reached a significant milestone with his latest album, "Hurry Up Tomorrow." This achievement marks his fourth album to claim the top spot on the Official Charts, showcasing his unwavering popularity and influence in the music industry. "Hurry Up Tomorrow" is a masterful continuation of The Weeknd's exploration into darker, more introspective themes. His ability to blend melancholic lyrics with lush, cinematic production creates […]

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News

MAGA Contingent Clutches Racist Pearls After Ledisi Performs Black National Anthem At Super Bowl LIX, Black Xitter Loved Seeing Them BIG MAD

During the Super Bowl LIX, Ledisi's performance of the Black National Anthem, "Lift Every Voice and Sing," was met with contrasting reactions that highlighted the ongoing cultural and political divide in America. The singer's rendition was celebrated by many, particularly on Black Twitter, where users expressed joy and pride in seeing their anthem performed on such a grand stage. However, it also provoked a significant backlash from some corners of the MAGA contingent, who criticized the inclusion of the song, […]

todayFebruary 13, 2025 4

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