Lil Nas X is being praised in earnest for his cinematic video for his brand new single ‘Montero (Call Me By Your Name).’

The provocative visual – which the star creatively conceived himself – has already racked up millions of views in its first 24 hours and has seen Nas hailed for the unbridled embrace of his sexuality.

One of the many singing his praises is none other than rapper Big Sean, who publicly expressed his support for the 21-year-old.

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Just weeks after learning his first children’s book, ‘C is For Country,’ became a New York Times bestseller, Lil Nas X turned into “Lil Nas X-rated” to commemorate the release of his latest song, ‘Montero (Call Me By Your Name).’

Teased for months ahead of its March 26 arrival, the cut’s Tanu Muino-directed music video dropped jaws when it hit YouTube thanks to a bevy of shocking imagery including the GRAMMY winner dipping low and picking it up slow for Satan.

As social media commentary on the visual continues to heat up, X’s dedicated fans are putting their money where their mouths are in support of the spicy tune.

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Giveon is the newcomer on everyone’s lips.

The 26-year-old California native is steadily rising on the Billboard Hot 100 thanks to the buzz backing his breakthrough single, ‘Heartbreak Anniversary.’ Found at #54 on this week’s chart, the rung comes as the highest he’s reached to date (with his tune ‘Like I Want You’ promising to soon follow suit).

To give the former more momentum, Giveon’s finally unveiled its official music video.  Directed by Salomon Ligthelm, the emotional clip – which premiered Thursday (March 11) – collected over 1 million views in just 24 hours ahead of the release of its parent project’s deluxe edition.

Watch ‘Anniversary’ and stream ‘When It’s All Said and Done…Take Time’ via Apple Music and Spotify inside:

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Cardi B is continuing to give fans a behind-the-scenes look at the video for her hit single ‘Up.’

Premiered earlier this month, the visual has tallied almost 60 million views – thanks largely to its vibrancy and colossal choreography (courtesy of Sean Bankhead).

Head below to see Belcalis showcase more of her commendable process.

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Chloe x Halle have something very special on the way for fans.

For, the sister duo has created separate Twitter accounts and teased all of the “exciting” things to come.

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Pink Sweat$ has revamped his song ‘At My Worst’ with a new remix with Kehlani.

For her verse, Kehlani sings:

Can you see what I’m not saying from my eyes? / All I know is love, for you it’s real / It’s different from anything that I thought I’d feel / Don’t you worry / I’ll be there whenever you want me.

‘At My Worst’ helped propel Pink Sweat$ into global stardom. The song’s official video has over 50 million views on YouTube and has pulled more than 100 million streams globally across various platforms.

The track was featured on his 2020 EP ‘The Prelude,’ which sets the stage for his upcoming debut album ‘Pink Planet’ arriving on February 12.

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Ashanti has wasted no time capitalizing on the buzz of her #VERZUZ battle with Keyshia Cole.

For, she’s unwrapped new single ‘2:35’ and is already hot on the promotional trail for the track.

Her latest stop was Hot 97, where she chopped it up with Ebro, Peter Rosenberg, and Laura Stylez.

The in-depth sit-down saw the GRAMMY winner open up about her illustrious career, her spar with Cole, owning her masters, being business savvy, and a whole lot more.

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Jason Derulo is wasting approximately no time visually igniting new single ‘Lifestyle.’

The dance jam sees the singer team up with Maroon 5 frontman Adam Levine and together they trade verses about a woman who likes the finer things in life.

Derulo first teased news of the collaboration on TikTok, where he reigns as one of the most followed stars with over 42 million followers.

With the performer’s popularity on the social platform responsible for paving pathway to his first #1 single in a decade with ‘Savage Love,’ will it assist this go round? Time will tell.

In the here and now, watch what is being billed as the official “dance video” for ‘Lifestyle’ below…

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BET has unwrapped its latest holiday movie, ‘The Christmas Lottery.’

The film follows a father who requested his three estranged daughters come home for Christmas for a big announcement…he has won a $10-million-dollar lottery! To receive their share, he has a number of requests from each of them.

Brave Williams stars in the flick, alongside the likes of Candiace Dillard and Asiah’ Epperson.

That Grape Juice caught up with her to discuss the festive film and more.

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Lady Gaga‘s ‘911‘ is the latest single to be lifted from the superstar’s sixth studio album, ‘Chromatica’.

Now, the GRAMMY winner has revealed footnotes from its critically-acclaimed music video in ‘The Making of 911.

Directed by Tarsem Singh, ‘911”s visual has amassed over 42 million views on the musician’s official Youtube.

Hoping to reignite interest in the release, the singer has released details of ‘The Color Of Pomegranates‘ inspired video with Vevo Footnotes.

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The female Rap scene has seen the introduction of a wave of major names over the last decade. Artists like  Nicki Minaj, Cardi B, Megan Thee Stallion, and the City Girls have proven that they possess the lyrics, flow and aesthetic to back up their buzz.

Indeed their songs not only have us bopping in the car, but also have empowered many young women to be themselves… unapologetically.

After a lengthy drought and bewildering “one-at-a-time entrance policy,” the industry has been blessed with the emergence of so much talent unilaterally.

With all of this, there’s been an influx of new names making a splash – as well as a few that may have flown under the radar.

Don’t worry, though. We’ve got you covered.

Head below to check out That Grape Juice’s Top 5: New Femcees On Fire…

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