‘Hot in Herre‘ hitmaker Nelly landed himself in some seriously hot water when he announced he would be a leading performer at Trump’s inauguration festivities.

Much like his friend and fellow St. Louis hitmaker Chingy, the backlash was swift and harsh – a response that not only impacted him but his hitmaking wife Ashanti as well.

While he attempted to justify his decision over the weekend by reassuring his fans the decision to perform was more of an act of patriotism than financial gain, his defensive demeanor may have only made matters worse.

Still on the cleanup trail even on the day of the inaugural performance (January 20), Nelly chatted it up with with on-site media to further explain why he felt it was important to take the gig.

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KeKe’s Palmer‘s girl group DivaGurl is just another testament to the many hats the multi-hyphenate wears.

To coincide with the January 17 release of her latest film, ‘One of Them Days‘ with chart-topping songstress SZA, Palmer unleashed ‘A Story By: KeKe Palmer (featuring DivaGurl)’ – a four-song EP featuring the new song ‘Afford It‘ found in the film.

“I caught some feelings, can’t afford / Said I wouldn’t fall for it no more / If you with me, better be sure / If it ain’t that, I can’t afford it, can’t afford it / I said it clear, don’t waste my time,” Palmer croons over Kenneth Paige production.

Accompanying the tune’s release with a sizzling music video intercut with scenes from the critically acclaimed movie, look inside to get acquainted with ‘Afford.’

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‘Walk Em Down’ hitmaker NLE Choppa was very much caught with his pants down (on purpose) inside the latest pages of ‘Playgirl‘ magazine.

As reported, the Hip Hop hitmaker served as the publication’s January cover star and dropped jaws with the feature’s accompanying photoshoot that saw him provocatively model Gucci, Calvin Klein, Alexander McQueen, and other designer duds.

If the Anna Garbowska-lensed session wasn’t enough to get tongues wagging, however, the official behind the scenes video should do the trick.

Look inside to see NLE Choppa bare all (in more ways than one).

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Carrie Underwood had to face another hurdle in honoring Donald Trump. 

For, after facing a seismic backlash upon being revealed as a performer at the political polarizer’s presential inauguration, the big moment was marred by a music malfunction.

Taking center stage moments ago, Underwood was forced to navigate an issue with background music.

When it wouldn’t play smoothly, she pivoted to an acapella rendition of ‘America The Beautiful.’

With the likes of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris watching on, Underwood took vocal flight.

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Jade has joined the star-stacked lineup of Mighty Hoopla 2025.

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Kevin Costner‘s family, friends, and family may have been busy celebrating him for his 70th birthday on Saturday (January 18), but the Academy and EMMY Award-winning actor still took time from the festivities to remember his legendary friend and ‘Bodyguard‘ co-star Whitney Houston.

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With the MOBO Awards 2025 drawing near, the first wave of performers has been announced.

And it’s anchored by an eclectic collective of names.

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In a surprising turn of events, Trey Songz‘ $11 million judgment for reportedly assaulting a police officer was dismissed just days after his lawyer motioned to have it tossed due to the hefty sum having the potential to “ruin the singer’s life.” $11 million judgment

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Some Ashanti fans think the ‘Foolish‘ singer is living up to the title of her breakout 2002 hit a little too well just for presumably standing by her man Nelly as he braves backlash for performing at the inauguration of Donald Trump on Monday (January 20). Ashanti Braves Backlash

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When Cardi B‘s new album arrives, it will be bringing with it an abundance of material.

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Soulja Boy is speaking up and out in defense of his performance for the Crypto Ball – an event held in Donald Trump‘s honor.

And, true to form, the rapper did not hold back.

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GloRilla brought her heat streak to the latest episode of Saturday Night Live.

Armed with the momentum of back-to-back hits and her debut album ‘Glorious,’ the femcee lit up the stage with supercharged showings of ‘Yeah Glo!’ and a medley of ‘Whatchu Kno About Me’ and ‘Let Me Cook.’

The performance comes ahead of the Memphis rapper’s big night at the GRAMMY Awards – where she is nominated for Best Rap Performance and Best Rap Song.

Watch GloRilla in action after the jump…

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