‘The Way I Are’ hitmaker Timbaland found out the hard way #VERZUZ fans like things just the way they are.
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As previously reported, the cultural phenomenon – which puts some of Hip Hop & R&B’s most revered acts in hit-for-hit battles to showcase their discographies – has historically been viewable via Instagram, the official VERZUZ website, and later, the Triller app, at no charge to consumers.
On Valentine’s Day, however, fans of the musical battleground were stunned by the announcement they would have to sign up for a paid Triller subscription to enjoy the next sonic duel – the February 15th-scheduled Anthony Hamilton versus Musiq Soulchild showing.
After unceremonious backlash and many taking to Twitter to protest the sudden change, Beatz & Timbaland took to their respective Instagram pages to announce a reversal of the decision.
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For how long?
There is just something about Timbaland that has become so unlikeable. Aaliyah & Missy are the only reason I listen to his music anyways.
I swear I always felt the same way about him. Glad I’m not the only one
Add Justin Timberlake to the list while y’all hatin
Timberland .got this.
Idk what the f*** they were thinking in the first place. If you are going to introduce a fee, you better make it worth while. Nobody is checking for them
Facts . Who gives a f… probally will be the lowest views yet. Can’t name many songs by eitha .do they even have 20 songs a piece lol
Musiq easily has more hits than Anthony, who only has one Top 10 on Billboard R&B/Hip-Hop. Nowadays Anthony is actually doing better than Musiq on adult R&B radio.
Musiq hasn’t had a hit since 2007, I think.
Shut up stupid prissy bottom. Go listen to Doja Cat.