Cardi B is getting candid.

For, the GRAMMY-winner took to Twitter to reveal exactly how much her ‘WAP’ music video with Megan Thee Stallion cost to make.

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Jennifer Lopez is always booked and busy.

But her latest performance may be one of her biggest yet.

For, the stage blazer is the latest name tapped to perform at the presidential inauguration of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris on January 20.

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Rihanna is no stranger to covers and kicks off 2021 a’front of the January/February issue of Essence Magazine.

The singer/entrepreneur is no stranger to firsts either. Which is exactly what the stunning spread is.

Because, for the first time in the publication’s 50 year history, the much lauded  Lorna Simpson was commissioned to interpret modern-day beauty in collaboration with RiRi.

‘Of Earth & Sky’ is the end product.

It’s billed as an original photographic collages – comprised of the cover shot and 12-page portfolio. 

On working with Rih, multi-award winner Simpson said:

“[Collaborating] with Rihanna and ESSENCE magazine is quite incredible. As an artist, I’m able to deliver these unusual images of someone who is so well-known and so recognizable… It’s an amazing opportunity.”

The Bajan superstar – who just launched her Fenty Skin line globally – concurred, adding. “It’s a natural trifecta,” she said. “It’s like magic.

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The Dua Lipa promotional train makes a stop on the latest issue of Rolling Stone magazine.

And it does not disappoint.

Lensed by David LaChapelle, the striking feature spread sees the ‘Levitating’ singer magnetise with slay shot after slay shot.

Within the interview feature, Lipa – who is up for six awards at this year’s GRAMMYs, opened up about her sophomore effort ‘Future Nostalgia,’ her humble beginnings, feminism, navigating the global health crisis, and much more.

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Check out Jennifer Lopez!

The multi-hyphenate force covers the February issue of ELLE Magazine and, as ever, stuns like only she can.

At 51, the star only seems to be ramping up her pace and productivity.

Indeed, while releasing music and blazing stages, the diva found time to launch JLo Beauty and is gearing up for new movie ‘Marry Me’ featuring Maluma and Owen Wilson (due May 14).

Packaged with her fierce photoshoot is an equally compelling interview, in which Lopez spills on her packed plate of activity, a previously planned year off, Black Lives Matter, and much more.

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Ariana Grande is hot on the promotional trail for her latest single, ’35+35.’ 

Now, the singer is teasing a new remix to the song set to feature two special guests.

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In news just in, it has been confirmed that Lady Gaga will perform the US National Anthem at Joe Biden and Kamala Harris‘ presidential inauguration.

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‘This Is Us’ season five is already proving to be the most gripping installment of the much-loved NBC drama yet.

Anchored by a stellar cast, which includes the likes of Sterling K. Brown and Susan Kelechi Watson, the show follows the lives – past, present, and future – of The Pearson family.

Blended, complex, and the definition of layered, the relatives and their narrative remain as compelling as ever.

Before it airs, check out a preview of episode 7 of season 5 below…

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Though hot on the promo trail for Black Eyed Peas‘ latest single, ‘Girl Like Me’ (featuring Shakira), Will.I.Am – the group’s frontman – is redirecting his attention to philanthropic efforts, namely causes supported by his i.am Angel Foundation.

The nonprofit organization already earned praise for the funds its raised for STEM education programs and robotics clubs for over 1,200 American grade school students, but now he’s asking fans to help him raise funds for children who cannot afford proper education.

Taking to press, a rep for the i. Am Angel Foundation said:

“2020 showed the world how dire things really are when these basic things are taken away. Some of the best and brightest young minds are being set back by a double whammy – long-standing systemic issues, multiplied by a pandemic that disproportionately hurts communities of color.”

To highlight the need, the famed singer-songwriter-producer (sans The Peas) unveiled a music video for the song ‘American Dream.’  

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Lil Nas X hasn’t even released new music in 2021, but the year’s already started on a great foot for the hitmaking crooner.

As if recently nabbing headlines for news his 14x Platinum debut hit, ‘Old Town Road,’ became the most certified song in the Recording Industry Association of America’s history (click here to read more about that), the GRAMMY winner preceded that announcement by making room on his wall for yet another plaque from the organization.

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Just a month after scoring a critical touchdown with the December 11-released ‘Safety,’ the biographical sports film based on the life of Ray McElrathbey, Disney+ has unveiled the official music video for its soundtrack’s lead single – ‘Hold Us Together,’ performed by GRAMMY-winning R&B songstress H.E.R.

The clip highlights the beauty and triumphs of the Black community by showcasing bonds that ‘hold together’ the generations.  A heart-tugging performance, the visual comes to a frenzied climax with H.E.R. being backed by a choir.

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Saweetie and Doja Cat‘s duet, ‘Best Friend,’ hasn’t even premiered on the Hot 100 yet it’s already proving itself to be the ‘best friend anthem’ we didn’t know we needed.

The latest lift from the former’s forthcoming debut album, ‘Pretty B*tch Music,’ the Dr. Luke-produced bop was unveiled January 7 and immediately shot to the top of real-time YouTube, iTunes, and Triller tallies.

Now, in a bid to ensure its expected chart premiere is as impactful as possible next week, the duo have unveiled a behind the scenes look at its high octane, Dave Meyers-directed music video.

With famed choreographer Sean Bankhead on hand to make sure the ladies’ moves were just right, look inside to see how all the clip’s magic came to be.

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