While Mariah Carey fans have long loved ‘Caution’ cut ‘A No No,’ anticipation for the song’s release reached fever pitch when talk of a possible remix featuring Cardi B, Lil Kim, and Missy Elliott begun gaining volume.

Excitement then intensified when it was officially christened a single and a video was commissioned.

Yet, when said visual was unwrapped this week it didn’t feature anyone but Mimi (along with new whistle notes).

Some were naturally disappointed. But, according to the track’s producer Jermaine Dupri there’s more to come.

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Nicki Minaj fans have asked her to fire the logistical brains behind her sold-out European tour after she was forced to cancel two shows because of technical difficulties.

nicki minaj was supposed to have a concert in my country last night but she cancelled it like 20 mins before the beginning of the show….

— َ (@jinpoetrys) March 10, 2019

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The latest chapter in Iyanla Vanzant’s ‘Fix My Life’ story introduced to a group of siblings who were molested by their foster “carers” after they were given up for adoption.

Today, after vowing to support the family as it heals, thousands of viewers have urged Vanzant and her OWN boss Oprah Winfrey to alert the authorities and bring their abusers to justice.

The reason situations like this can exist is because way too many people think . . . this is too much; I don’t want to hear this, know this, see this . . . and they/we act like it isn’t going on. In the process children suffer. #FixMyLife

— Iyanla Vanzant (@IyanlaVanzant) March 10, 2019

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If you (like us) are still seething for missing Trinidad’s annual Carnival Festival, the sizzling outfits donned by the Queen Bee Lil Kim, Ashanti, Mya, and more will undoubtedly only add to that envy.

Taking to the streets in their traditional Carnival garb, each of the ladies reminded us that they’ve only gotten better with age.  While Ashanti took to the island nation to help Machel Montano rock the stage with their latest joint single, “The Road,” the likes of Mya, Kim, and TLC’s Chilli were on hand to film scenes for their forthcoming VH1 series, ‘Girls Crew’ (click here to read more).

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Wedding bells are soon to be in the air again for ‘Dance Again’ singer Jennifer Lopez as she and pro-baseballer beau, Alex Rodriguez, have confirmed they are engaged!

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R Kelly is a free man — once again.

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B2K is electric.

After months of anticipation, last night brought with it the opening night of the group’s comeback tour much to the delight of fans who are billing the men and their new live act…electric.

Press play to catch the quartet in action live in Pittsburgh below….

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Are you a globally recognised household name?

If the answer to that question is yes, chances are you’ve starred in a Pepsi commercial or two.

Reserved for Pop culture’s brightest stars, Pepsi endorsements have historically been used to propel artists into higher ground merging music with the brand’s sugary sweet messaging to create sales-boosting moments for all involved.

it has been 15 years since we witnessed one of the best Pepsi commercials ever pic.twitter.com/DVFMuVJZQO

— Jason Bolaños [ITS MY BIRTHDAY?] (@JBinAV) March 6, 2019

Ready to revisit some of those moments?

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Jussie Smollett has quite the fight on his hands after being indicted on a whopping 16 counts related to what prosecutors call a “staged attack.”

As reported, the embattled ‘Empire’ star claimed he was viciously targeted in a beat-down motivated by his race and sexuality.

However, investigators then turned the search for criminality onto him after determining that they felt he planned the entire episode.

What followed has been an ever-evolving narrative, that’s included two brothers, admittance of drug abuse, and an adamance about innocence.

Now, with prosecutors upping the stakes – charging Smollett for each instance they believe he lied to them – his legal team are speaking up and out in his defence.

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Does Future have his sights set on being the next Aquaman?  The video for his new single, ‘Goin Dummi,’ would seem to swim toward “yes”!

The fifth visual offered from his latest chart-topping project, ‘The Wizrd,’ the aquatic-themed clip sees the 35-year-old showcase his talent on an underwater throne surrounded by mermaids.  This, of course, when not enjoying the view of scantily clad synchronized swimmers.

Will the visual’s unique theme reawaken interest in the project to help it rebound to the top?  Look inside and tell us:

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The once shelved Aretha Franklin documentary, ‘Amazing Grace,’ has scored a nationwide release date.

Showcasing the stunning vocal prowess of the then-29-year-old songstress recording her legendary ‘Amazing Grace’ gospel album, the original footage was helmed by director Sydney Pollack at the New Bethel Baptist Church in Watts, Calif., in 1972.

Now, after over three decades of “technicalities” stalling its release, the documentary is ready for unveiling as its new, “must see” trailer illustrates.  Look below to see the magic ahead of the film’s premiere in theaters on April 5:

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A Chicago grand jury sent shock waves through the entertainment industry hours ago when it was announced actor/singer Jussie Smollett – originally indicted on just one felony count of disorderly conduct for filing a false police report by the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office (as we reported here) – had seen that count upped to 16!

Shortly after the news rocked headlines, Jussie’s high powered attorney Mark Geragos – who has represented the likes of Michael Jackson, Chris Brown, and Usher in the past – took to the press to offer his reaction to the news.  Also offering updates on Smollett’s emotional status, thoughts on the Chicago police department’s handling of the case, and more, look inside for Geragos’ stern reflection on the case details to date:

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