Its first two incarnations may have signaled a flop, but Dua Lipa‘s song ‘Levitating’ has reaffirmed the age old adage – ‘the third time’s the charm.’
After tapping DaBaby to assist its latest adaptation, radio listeners immediately ate that version up – a feat supported by Lipa’s onslaught of live promotion of the tune that saw her perform it at ‘SNL,’ the American Music Awards, and more. Together, the increased action helped hoist it to top 20 status on the Hot 100 just weeks after its premiere (marking her fourth career visit to the chart region).
Despite being pushed out of said region due to the influx of holiday hits, those tunes’ disappearing act from the tally has helped ‘Levitating’ live up to its namesake on the refreshed chart.
Dua Lipa is ‘Levitating’ towards Pop royal status. So, it’s only fitting that the singer takes regal residence a’front of the February issue of British Vogue.
Decked in Armani, the budding diva dazzles rocks rocking a blonde pixie cut.
The coveted feature arrives as she gears up for the 2021 GRAMMYs, where she’s up for six awards.
Beyond styling and profiling, she seized the moment to open up about her journey thus far.
The ‘Juice’ singer is showing off all of her assets and is satisfied with them. Evidenced by her video shared to her social media recently, in which, she calls tweaking her “ancestral birthright.”
The Real Housewives Of Atlanta is back and blazing for its 13th season. And despite over a decade on-air, the Bravo smash is losing none of its luster.
Already drenched in drama, the latest instalment of the ensemble title is proving a must-see.
Want to know what Kandi, Kenya, Porsha Cynthia,and newcomer Drew Sidora will be serving up on episode 5 / season 13?
For as frontwards facing as Beyonce‘s success is, the superstar has often kept her personal life closely guarded.
Still, there are the rare occasions where she opens up and such was the case today.
Moments ago, Queen Bey lifted the lid on her 2020 – compiling a number of snaps that chronicle family life with children Blue Ivy, 8, and 3-year-old twins Rumi and Sir Carter.
Check out the snaps, which she’s titled ‘B At 38,’ below…
To kick off 2021, From The Vault journeys back to 2011. To a time when a very talented artist scored their very first international smash.
Today’s pick comes courtesy of Jessie J: it’s ‘Price Tag.’
The song was lifted from the British belter’s debut album ‘Who You Are’. It served as its second single in the UK and was issued as its launching single in the US.
Written by Jessie alongside Claude Kelly, it was produced by Dr. Luke and featured a guest verse from rapper B.o.B.
With its catchy chorus, hooks, and magnetic melodies, it was an international smash, debuting at #1 in the United Kingdom and reaching the top position in a total of nineteen countries including Ireland, France and New-Zealand. It was a moderate hit in the US, where it peaked at #23.
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The song’s video was directed by Emil Nava. A whimsical yet simple affair, it shows the artist in various ensembles. Beginning behind an oversized teddy bear, the belle can be seen singing the tune under a money tree, as a ballerina inside a musical-box, or as a marionette. Guest rapper B.o.B. makes an appearance, surrounded by four toy army men.
Fun fact : alternative music favorite FKA Twigs is a back-up dancer in the video.
Beyond Jessie managing to “make the world dance” with this single, the release also served as a jumping point for her globally. Indeed, it introduced the masses to her unique style and laid the groundwork for many more great things ahead (see: ‘Domino’, ‘Bang Bang’).
With her incredible talent, we’ve always felt Jessie J’s star has the potential to shine even brighter. And with a new project on the horizon, we sincerely hope to see her finally get the (consistent) recognition we believe she deserves.
Anyhow, 10 years on, the song still bangs, and should remain our playlist for many more years to come.
Little Mix may be throwing ‘Confetti’ in the air this time next week. For, current single ‘Sweet Melody’ is strutting with purpose towards pole position on the Official UK Singles Chart.
