After watching ‘Take My Breath’ take the #1 spot of real-time Spotify and iTunes tallies around the world just days after its August 6 release, The Weeknd has supercharged the cut by releasing an extended mix.

Clocking in at almost six minutes, the elongated edition of the Disco-inspired track packs more music in the front and middle, filling out its intro and bridge with more content.

The first single from his yet-titled fifth studio album, hop in to hear the lengthened version of The Weeknd’s smoking hot new song, ‘Take My Breath.’

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Megan Thee Stallion fans – affectionately called #Hotties – have much to celebrate this week.

As if their fearless leader leading the pack of nominations for the 2021 MTV VMAs isn’t enough to trumpet, the Rap diva sizzled on the latest cover of ‘Essence’ while teasing her ‘aggressive’ sophomore album inside its pages.

Ahead of the latter’s arrival, Stallion’s tiding her followers over by revisiting and refreshing one of her previously viral freestyles.  The revamped take on the Lil Ju production, now titled ‘Outta Town,’ hit the Web Thursday (August 12) alongside its official music video and sees a makeup-free Meg talk her sh*t like only she can.

“I love to shit on these n- – – -s / I love to piss off a b*tch,” she declares in the freestyle’s first lines before later proclaiming, “They should call me Dr. Miami because I bodied them.”

That’s not all she said! Hear the clip in full inside:

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From reported affiliation with former president Donald Trump to polarizing comments on the Black Lives Matter movement and more, Lil Wayne has braced his fair share of public scrutiny over his 20-year career.  Hence, his outlook on the ongoing DaBaby drama is one of particular value.

As has been extensively covered, DaBaby (born Jonathan Kirk) is experiencing a wave of backlash after taking to the Rolling Loud Festival stage to impart derogatory remarks about people living with HIV and ‘men who suck d*ck in parking lots.’  As a result, the backlash has been so widespread Kirk has lost endorsement deals and major performance opportunities.

When quizzed on his thoughts on the DaBaby hoopla, Wayne offered a surprising response.  Read his comments inside:

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Wizkid sprung a surprise on fans moments ago with the announcement that a remix of his global smash ‘Essence’ with Justin Bieber.

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In news just in, Britney Spears‘ father, Jamie Spears, has agreed to step down as conservator of her estate.

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When not trolling fans and detractors on social media, Lil Nas X is making headlines for ruffling the feathers of less-than-liberal-leaning viewers who express outrage over the content of his risqué music videos and stage performances.

And though he takes the attention in stride (as recently revealed via his recent eye-popping feature in ‘Variety’), the openly gay music star also uses his platform for educational purposes – not only raising his voice to teach those outside the gay community but those within it as well.

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Chloe Bailey is ready for her close-up!

The singer, who rose to prominence as part of sister duo Chloe x Halle, has officially announced her debut solo single ‘Have Mercy.’

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Jesy Nelson is wasting no time pressing play on her solo endeavors.

The talented performer made headlines worldwide last December when she announced her departure from Little Mix after 9 years.

Setting sail on a new chapter, the 30-year-old has unwrapped a trailer for what appears to be her debut solo single.

As reported, there are murmurs that a major feature is set to appear on the track.

Ahead of its premiere, watch Jesy trumpet her incoming release – which she declares is “coming sooner than you think” – below…

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Much like many of secular music’s most respected vocalists (see: Whitney Houston, Patti Labelle, Aretha Franklin, Mary J. Blige, Beyonce, Christina Aguilera, etc.),  Mariah Carey has made no secret of her admiration of Gospel royals The Clark Sisters.

The feeling has long been noted as mutual as the sister act have expressed their apprecation of the Songbird Supreme, even tackling some of her most famous hits in tribute.

Now, if word from one of the quartet’s members is to be believed, they’ve finally taken to the studio to blend their powerful voices for new music.

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The countdown is on for Lizzo and Cardi B, who will be premiering their new single ‘Rumors’ in a mere matter of hours.

And the ladies are pouring more fuel on the flames of excitement with a titillating trailer.

The cinematic visual sees the stars depicted as regal royals (aptly) and features a preview of the track.

What are you waiting for? Check out the teaser for the ‘Rumors’ video below…

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Halsey is back with new music.

With mere weeks to go until its release, she has unveiled the tracklist for her ‘If I Can’t Have Love, I Want Power’ album.

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There’s no stopping Megan Thee Stallion, who stuns as alter ego Tina Snow on the cover of Essence Magazine‘s coveted Global Black Fashion Issue.

The Hot Girl Coach blazes in the Chrisean Rose lensed spread and pairs her gorgeous aesthetic with equally titillating tea about her forthcoming album.

Having given the masses a taste of what to expect from the ‘Good News’ follow-up with this summer’s ‘Thot Sh*t,’ the fiery femcee reveals that “aggression will be at the core of the LP.

Check out more from Meg – including more info on the album – in the September / October edition of Essence below…

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