‘Up’ hitmaker Cardi B is fed up with the enduring criticisms launched the way of Lil Kim.

Granted, the legendary rapper – who has long expressed her fondness of Cardi (even garnering headlines for crowning her the official princess of Rap) – has enjoyed no shortage of reverence from industry peers and a legion of diehard fans (affectionately called #KillerBees) over her 25+ year career.

Yet, that hasn’t stopped some from taking aim at the 47-year-old’s appearance, career status, or personal troubles (i.e. legal, financial, romantic, etc.) – all of which are immaterial to Cardi (born Belcalis Marlenis Almánzar), who took to social media Tuesday (December 21) to defend her Rap idol.

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Some people frown on re-gifting, but – as evidenced by the repackaging of her holiday-inspired song, ‘Wrap Me Up’ – singer-songwriter Jhené Aiko isn’t one of them.

The original incarnation of ‘Wrap’ was lifted to Soundcloud in 2012, but its 2021 Lejkeys & The Fisticuffs-produced revamp elevates its sound thanks to the embellishment of strings and horns.

“Mistletoe hanging right over the bed / Girl you get whatever you wanna get / Diamonds and pearls no time along / Girl what’s up with you, you never want that / Trade you anything, let me unwrap you, start at your waist,” Aiko coos on the seductive Christmas track.

See the yuletide tune’s festive, Eyes-directed music video inside:

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Camila Cabello brought ‘Home’ to the White House via a spirited performance of ‘I’ll Be Home for Christmas’ for the holiday TV special ‘In Performance at the White House: Spirit of the Season.’

Accompanied by the GRAMMY-nominated collective Mariachi Herencia de Mexico, Cabello’s latest live lift of her Amazon Music exclusive single saw her deliver a rendition of the yuletide classic as red hot as the stunning glove and pant suit ensemble she donned to the Jennifer Garner-hosted event.

Aired on PBS Tuesday (December 21), look inside to hear the Pop diva’s most recent take on the yuletide favorite.

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These days, the element of freedom for Alicia Keys looks like the absence of contractual obligation to a major record label.

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Drake has scored a major legal victory.

For, the ‘Nice For What’ rapper has just beaten a $4 billion home intruder lawsuit.

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Beyonce‘s Mom Tina Knowles Lawson has nabbed her very own show in partnership with Facebook Watch. 

The series, which has been christened ‘Talks With Mama Tina,’ arrives on Wednesday (December 22) and will see the regal matriarch sit-down for in-depth, inspiring conversations with a number of notable names.

During the preview, which shows sneak peeks at her chats with the likes of Kevin Hart, Kelly Rowland, Ciara, and Chloe Bailey, folk will note a familiar voice: Beyonce’s!

The superstar singer voices the catchy theme tune for the series.

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The unlocking continues for Alicia Keys, who has unwrapped the ‘Come For Me’ music video.

A collaboration with R&B crooners Khalid and Lucky Daye, the track is lifted from the “Unlocked” side of the songbird’s newly hatched double album, ‘KEYS.’

Undeterred by the slow start of the project on the charts, the 15-time GRAMMY winner is keeping the content a-coming.

Because following the premiere of ‘KEYS: A Short Film,’ the star has followed with another offering.

A fusion of a fun-filled studio session and scenic shots of Keys New York, the video awaits below…

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Diddy has long-established himself as quite the entrepreneur and his latest acquisition is a familiar one.

For, the mogul has bought back his Sean John brand and rescued the clothing line from bankruptcy.

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New updates have arrived in the aftermath of Drakeo The Ruler‘s death.

The late rapper’s mother now intends to matters to court.

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Tiwa Savage has poured out the video for ‘Tales By Moonlight’ – the latest offering from her recently released EP, ‘Water & Garri.’

The Afrobeats queen is accompanied by rising Ghanaian-American singer Amaarae on the track, which follows the Brandy-assisted ‘Somebody’s Son.’

Its moody visual was directed by Meji Alabi and sees the ladies turn up the heat in earnest.

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Mary J. Blige is wasting no time lighting a match under ‘Amazing’ – one of two new singles from her forthcoming album ‘Goodmorning Gorgeous.’

The DJ Khaled collaboration finds the Queen of Hip-Hop/Soul in high-octane form while declaring that she feels – as the title relays – amazing.

MJB’s visual arrives ahead of her performance as co-headliner at the 2022 Super Bowl Halftime Show alongside Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Eminem, and Kendrick Lamar.

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Mariah Carey is getting candid.

For, the ‘All I Want For Christmas’ songstress has just revealed that she has reached out to Britney Spears to show some support.

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