‘Over It’ not only serves as the title of breakout R&B star Summer Walker‘s debut album, but apparently represents the 23-year-old’s outlook on the music industry overall.

A mainstay in the Billboard 200’s top 20 even months after its premiere, the project’s ongoing success has endured despite a wave of negative press afforded Walker as a result of lashing out at fans, canceling shows at the last minute, and multiple revelations of struggling with the pressures of fame due to her social anxiety.

Now, with the remainder of her inaugural headlining tour canceled, the singer-songwriter’s announced her retreat from the stage will soon be accompanied by an absence from airwaves as well.

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Not even the combined girl power of hitmakers Megan Thee Stallion, Summer Walker, Normani, Halsey, Doja Cat, Saweetie, and more were enough to help DC’s ‘Birds of Prey’ soundtrack soar to the top of the Billboard 200, a feat evidenced by its predicted first week sales.

The project, released on February 7 to coincide with the premiere of the film of the same name, was preceded by singles Stallion & Normani’s ‘Diamonds,’ Saweetie’s ‘Sway with Me,’ and Doja Cat‘s ‘Boss B*tch’ – all of which failed to impact the Hot 100 (as of time reported).  A demonstration of the lack of buzz accompanying the soundtrack, said absent anticipation was realized once industry analysts unveiled their sales forecast for the week’s top-selling efforts.

Unfortunately, ‘Prey’s companion album is not among them.  Details inside:

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Lil Wayne‘s putting the competition to rest in more ways than one thanks to his recently released chart-topper, ‘Funeral.’

In addition to claiming the top spot on this week’s Billboard 200, ‘Funeral’s content is pushing Wayne’s already historic chart stats to even higher heights.  Of its 24-song tracklist, 4 of the tunes impacted the Billboard Hot 100 this week – “I Do It,” featuring Big Sean and Lil Baby (No.33), “Mahogany” (No. 61), “Mama Mia” (No. 87), and the LP’s title track (No. 88).

The entries give the New Orleans rapper a career total of 167, trailing only behind his protege Drake and the ‘Glee’ cast.  Additionally,  ‘I Do It’s top 40 debut on the Hot 100 gives the 37-year-old his 82nd placement in that ranking, a feat that sees him surpass King of Rock N’ Roll Elvis Presley to (again) trail only behind Drizzy among all artists.

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A year after news of Jussie Smollett‘s alleged attack rocked the newswire, the narrative has taken another dramatic turn. One that sees the ‘Empire’ star facing prison again.

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Remy Ma stopped by the Wendy Williams Show today to spill on all of the latest happenings in her life and career.

The rapper, whose new album ‘7 Winters 6 Summers’ is still pending, opened up about the project, being mother to a one year old daughter, and the recent court case that saw her freedom hang in the balance.

As ever, the femcee gave great talk. Check out the interview after the jump…

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According to a new report, Kobe Bryant and daughter Gigi Bryant have been laid to rest – two weeks after the tragic helicopter crash that claimed their lives.

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Dwyane Wade‘s child has revealed that she is transgender.

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Miss J Alexander is a runway coach extraordinaire — on and off-screen.

That Grape Juice learnt this firsthand at the 2020 Uptown Hollywood Honors.

Our girl Shar Jossell caught up with the ‘America’s Next Top Model’ star, who kept it all sorts of candid about the necessity for the appropriate attire.

He also mysteriously teased a major meeting with a certain someone.

Watch our hilarious exchange with Miss J above.

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Christina Aguilera and A Great Big World have unwrapped the video for new collaboration ‘Fall On Me.’

The haunting hymn serves as the second team-up between the acts, who enjoyed global success with 2013 duet ‘Say Something’ – which reached #4 on the Billboard Hot 100.

With their latest effort proving a winner on the Adult Contemporary format, can the arrival of its visual gift the release an additional boost?

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Camila Cabello is strutting on full steam with the push for new single ‘My Oh My’ featuring rap sensation DaBaby.

Looking to put rockier times in rearview, the Pop starlet is gearing up to unveil the video for the track, the latest in a long line of releases from her sophomore set ‘Romance.’

Moments ago, she unveiled a preview of the visual – which arrives in full form tomorrow!

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The 2020 Essence Festival is bringing a double dose of dynamite. Because, it’s been revealed that Janet Jackson and Bruno Mars will be headlining this year’s instalment of the New Orleans extravaganza.

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Azealia Banks‘ affinity with Black British music is palpable.

For, after exploring UKG (Garage) sounds with her earlier releases, the multi-talented rapper has announced that she is a fan of UK Drill Music and stunned fans by releasing snippets from a new release set to explore her love of the genre.

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