Muni Long most certainly lives up to her name – but her journey hasn’t been without its bumps along the way.

No newbie to the music industry, the star first hit the scene over a decade ago using her birth name Priscilla Renea. First, she set sail as an artist before finding the lion’s share of her success as a songwriter for others.

In a compelling new interview on The Breakfast Club, the songbird – whose hit ‘Hrs and Hrs’ defines breakout smash – colored in the corners of her story that not all are familiar with.

Indeed, she dished on making her first million dollars by age 21, the politics that are rife in the music industry (specifically the lack of respect songwriters receive), being sued for double-digit millions by her former management, missing out on a Drake collaboration because of an ex, and re-branding.

The star also opened up about her forthcoming project, which will serve as the first release from her new joint venture deal with Def Jam.

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Todrick Hall is getting candid.

Hot on the promotional trail for his upcoming ‘Algorhythm’ album, the multi-talented superstar sat down with That Grape Juice to talk about the project, working with Brandy, his ‘Femuline’ tour and more.

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As the penwoman behind Platinum and multi-Platinum smashes from Rihanna, Ariana Grande, Fifth Harmony, and more, Priscilla Renea – now known as Muni Long – had grown quite accustomed to seeing her name attached to certified hits at the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).

Now, with the ongoing success of her R&B chart-topping single ‘Hrs & Hrs,’ Long has finally repeated the feat for herself.

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Anthony Mackie is making major moves both on the screen and off.

For, it’s been revealed that the ‘Captain America’ actor is building a major film and TV studio in his home state of New Orleans.

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Muni Long‘s indie heat streak has led her to one of the industry’s most renowned labels – and on her own terms.

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The ‘Power’ story is set to play on by way of its latest spin-off.

Because the Joseph Sikora-led ‘Power Book IV: Force’ has been renewed for a second season on STARZ. 

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Music lovers who can’t get enough of Muni Long‘s breakthrough single, ‘Hrs & Hrs,’ will be thrilled the learn the singer-songwriter is bringing a live rendition of the R&B hit and others to a stage near them very soon.

Embarking on the ‘One Night Only Tour’ in April, Muni is gearing up to visit multiple major North American cities like Dallas, Nashville, Washington D.C., Toronto, and more before wrapping up the jaunt in Philadelphia in June.

Curious to know if Long will be making a short stop in your town? Look inside for the full itinerary.

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The girls of ‘Harlem’ – Camille, Tye, Quinn and Angie – are getting set to bring yet another-go-round of love, laughter, drama, sexiness, and everything in between as reports have surfaced the breakout Amazon Prime series has been renewed for another season.

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Thanks to the ongoing success of the viral #HrsandHrsChallenge, Muni Long’s breakthrough hit ‘Hrs & Hrs’ has become one of the week’s top challengers for entry into the Billboard Hot 100’s top 10 next week.

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H.E.R. continues to accrue new wins.

And the latest is in partnership with L’Oreal Paris. 

For, the Oscar and four-time GRAMMY winner has been announced as the new Global Ambassador of the cosmetics giant.

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As a songwriter, Priscilla Renea has penned memorable tunes for the likes of Madonna, Rihanna, Mariah Carey, Chris Brown, Ariana Grande, and many more over her storied career.

Yet, her swings at bat to recreate that magic for herself were a miss with her first two projects (studio albums ‘Jukebox’ and ‘Coloured’ released in 2009 and 2018 respectively).

Once branded as Muni Long, however, the 33-year-old has been earning long overdue critical acclaim for her efforts under the moniker – a journey that reached a new climax this week as she landed her first top 40 hit.

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Billy Porter takes center stage in the vivacious video for ‘Children.’

The track serves as the first offering from the Emmy winner since he signed with Republic Records.

True to form, the song and visual find the ‘Pose’ star championing empowerment, self-expression, and flair in earnest.

Speaking on the release, Porter said:

“The song is about choosing yourself. that choosing one’s personal authenticity is the only way to live – and then using the power of that choice to help others make the same choice.

“The song has a universal message, but I really wanted the vibe of the visual to be about celebrating our community. We are all the children. I was also excited that we were able to cast our beautiful array of extras with help from the Ali Forney Center, a place that is very special to me and that does such great work.”

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