Nelly, Snoop Dogg, Rick Ross, and ‘Crank That’ creator Soulja Boy have seen critics crank up the heat something serious over the days leading to Monday’s inauguration of Donald Trump (January 20).

Each of the chart-topping performers have experienced varying levels of backlash for performing at events in support of the sworn-in president with the ‘Hot in Herre‘ hitmaker (born Cornell Haynes) seemingly catching the biggest burn as he actually performed at the highlight of all inaugural events – the Liberty Ball.

And though Soulja and Haynes have made headlines for defending their decisions to render live renditions of their hits in honor of Trump, their explanations weren’t enough to sate many detractors including megachurch pastor Jamal Bryant of New Birth Missionary Baptist Church in Atlanta.

Look inside to see the fiery words he lent to the Hip Hop hitmakers ahead of Monday’s event.

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Amid speculation of underperformance at ticket box offices, Black Eyes Peas have officially announced the axing of their Las Vegas residency at Planet Hollywood’s PH Live.

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‘Over and Over’ maestro Nelly never changed his tune about performing at Trump’s inauguration Monday (January 20) despite seeing his name attached to thousands of disparaging remarks over and over again across social media before, during, and after the performance.

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Lady Gaga is gearing up for a big reveal.

For, moments ago, Mother Monster unleashed a mysterious countdown timer for what appears to be new music.

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Despite ongoing backlash for being a leading performer at Trump’s inauguration festivities on Monday (January 20), Nelly forged ahead to rock the sworn-in President‘s inaugural ball with energetic performances of his signature hits ‘Country Grammar,’ ‘Dilemma,’ ‘Ride Wit Me,’ and more.

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‘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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