As far as 2017’s breakout stars go, few can boast the heights of Grammy-nominated songstress SZA (born Solana Rowe).

The ‘Love Galore’ performer received just that last year after years of mixtapes and underground hype all led to the release of her critically acclaimed official debut album, ‘Ctrl’ (which peaked at #3 on the Billboard 200).  Birthing platinum hits, top 40 placements by its singles, and earning a legion of new fans along the way, Rowe recently took to our friends at ‘Fader’ and  ‘GQ’ to reveal it was she who was not a fan of her own music.

But, the initial dislike of the tunes ‘Ctrl’ was comprised of certainly didn’t stop her from being ‘mad as hell’ at her 2018 Grammy shutout (as we previously reported).

See her interesting quotes and thoughts on these topics inside:

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That Grape Juice marks the climax of Black History Month by inviting you all into the TGJ Beauty Spot / Barbershop!

Historically, such spaces are where truths are told and talent first shines.

Kicking off our series is spoken-world artist Princess Latifah, who delivered a powerful performance of her piece ‘Pretty For A Dark Skin.’

Sewing together her words with skill and charisma, the Londoner shines with this celebratory, affirmative anthem.

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Check out Naomi Campbell!

The supermodel covers the latest issue of British GQ and she has company – British rapper Skepta.

Beyond being striking, the shot is noteworthy given that the pair are rumored to be in a relationship.

Neither has confirmed, but the picture seems to be either answering the question or deliberately fanning the flames.

Either way, it’s a slay cover! Peep the alternate version below…

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Meghan Markle, the latest addition to the beloved British royal family, has praised Tarana Burke‘s #MeToo movement for the work it has done to scorch sexual predators and their enablers.

Speaking at a forum launched to celebrate the Royal Foundation, Markle revealed that she was moved by the success Burke and her supporters have achieved in their quest to lift the lid and shed light on sexual abuse.

Her thoughts and feelings below…

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It seems Nicki Minaj and Mariah Carey have more in common than they realised when they met, collaborated and then clashed on ‘American Idol.’

How so?

Mariah’s decision to rent the rapper’s old home.

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Iggy Azalea has set a Friday video release for new single ‘Savior.’

The Quavo assisted jam is being issued as the lead offering from the rapper’s long-delayed sophomore album – now titled ‘Surviving The Summer.’ It was initially debuted during a high-profile Super Bowl campaign for Monster Electronics, which Azalea starred in.

Now tasked with building the song into a viable hit, Azalea has shot was looks to be a visually arresting clip.

Ahead of its premiere, peep a preview after the jump…

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Safaree Samuels made headlines the world over when pics of him in the nude hit the net.

And while he’s been silent on the matter in the time since, he’s speaking up and out about the situation on The Breakfast Club.

Stopping by the studio to chop it up with Charlamagne, DJ Envy, and Angela Yee, Nicki Minaj‘s ex shared his side on what he’s billing as an unplanned “leak.”

He’s also seizing the moment to drop new music in the form of single ‘Hunnid.’

Watch Safaree unzip his truth after the jump…

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Remy Ma‘s comeback has been, for the most part, successful.

Powered by the smash hit cut ‘All the Way Up’, the Hip-Hop titan made major gains on Hip-Hop’s live music circuit and as the new star of VH1’s ‘Love and Hip Hop New York.’

Unfortunately, as Cardi B’s commercial star rises, she is forced to watch hers crash and burn.

Why? Her fans’ reluctance to purchase her music.

What this spells? Trouble on the iTunes chart.

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Ciara is hard at work on her brand new album and she’s tapped a notable name to help her craft her next crop of hopeful hits.

CiCi has teamed up with Skylar Gray.

Details below…

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The pressure is on Cardi B to deliver a chart-blazing debut album.

Almost a year removed from ‘Bodak Yellow‘s release, the entertainer is now tasked with releasing a set that’ll move impressive pure sales and streaming data alike and drop singles just as grand as the aforementioned smash.

How the rapper is responding to calls from fans to drop the album within the next few weeks?

Watch below…

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Donald Glover has always been one to say his mind, a trait which has extended into his work.

However, during a promo interview for the upcoming season of his show ‘Atlanta,’ the musician/actor rustled a few feathers. Especially those of Lady Gaga fans and organisers of the Grammys.

Full story below…

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Tisha Campbell is in a bittersweet space.

For, as she prepares to engage in what may be a bitter divorce, she finds her career has hit a new sweet spot now that ABC has asked her to front a potentially groundbreaking new series.

Details below…

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