Two weeks ago fans were treated to a serving of ‘Lemon’ – the surprise collaborative effort of rap/production supergroup N.E.R.D. and pop diva Rihanna.  Debuting after weeks of speculation, the comeback tune was an immediate hit among critics who not only likened it to some of the group’s better known classics, but also praised Rih for tapping into new corners of her artistry (see: rapped verses).

Shortly after its unveiling, the song shot up streaming and iTunes charts – eventually peaking at #8 on the latter.  Now, with a full tracking week of streaming and digital sales behind it, ‘Lemon’ finally makes its debut on the Hot 100.

Curious to see how it fared?  Tuck in below to find out…

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After an extensive promo push helped her debut at #1 on Billboard’s Holiday chart with her festive offering, ‘You Make It Feel Like Christmas,’ former No Doubt frontwoman Gwen Stefani is set to give the LP its biggest platform yet.

Calling on help from boyfriend Blake Shelton, comedians Chelsea Handler and Seth MacFarlane, and hit singer-songwriter Ne-Yo, Stefani is said to be readying her very own Christmas special.

Details inside:

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As we reported here, Nicki Minaj set Twitter alight last night when her racy cover from ‘Paper’ magazine moseyed onto the web.  Featuring the rap diva in some very compromising positions (with herself), the mag called on Minaj’s assets to grace its ‘Break the Internet’ issue – made most famous in years past by nearly X-rated shots of sextape specialist Kim Kardashian.

After last night’s tease, Minaj’s spread was delivered in full to ‘Paper’ today.  In the feature she dishes on a number of hot topics including a foiled joint project with Future, her acting plans, and so much more.

See it all inside:

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Bad news for Mariah Carey fans.

The legend has been forced to scrap dates on her ‘All I Want For Christmas Is You’ concert series.

Find out why below…

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The wins continue to roll in for Camila Cabello and her hyper hot single ‘Havana.’

Beyond becoming her biggest hit on all fronts, the track has proven to be one of the year’s most notable winners – peaking at #1 in the UK and #2 in the US.

Now, the plaques are pouring in.

Dive below for details on its latest honor…

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As a champion of women’s rights and equality the Hip-Hop mogul Nicki Minaj stands tall as a role model for many young girls.

Alas, the last year has seen the altruistic rapper face unfair criticism from critics who sought to taint her brand with the actions of her relative Jelani Maraj who was found guilty of raping a child.

Today, news emerged confirming Minaj has disowned the filthy pervert.

Details below…

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Adrienne Bailon is renown for her role as co-host on ‘The Real.’

However, many will recall that she rose to prominence as a member of groups 3Lw and The Cheetah Girls. The latter of which proved wildly successful.

A brief solo run under Ne-Yo’s imprint aside, recent years have seen her turn the volume down on her music ambitions. She’s even spoken about her artistic insecurities on ‘The Real.’

Well, it appears the days of worrying are behind her. Because the star has just announced her first solo album.

Details below…

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As reported, Jessie J is set to unleash new song ‘Queen’ this Friday.

The track is being issued as the first official single from her upcoming album ‘R.O.S.E’ (an acronym for ‘Realizations Obsessions Sex Empowerment’).

So as to whet appetites, the Brit-bred belter has taken to social media to preview the jam in acoustic form.

Head below where a whole lot of singing sanging awaits!

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Drake has no time for men who seek to bully and intimidate women.

Need proof of this?

Look no further than footage captured from the entertainer’s latest live show where he threatened to whoop the behind of a fan he spotted harassing a group of girls in the audience.

Watch below…

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Normani Kordei is making moves.

Fresh from signing a solo management deal, the Fifth Harmony member has hit the studio with one of music’s most notable hitmakers.

Dive below for details…

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Rihanna rocked the cosmetics industry with the Fall launch of her Fenty Beauty line.

Ever since its arrival, the range – which has been flying off shelves globally – has amassed support from both every day women and celebrities too.

One of the latter is actress Viola Davis, who gushed about RiRi’s latest venture in a new interview.

Her words await after the jump…

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Taraji P. Henson continues to make strides on the big and small screen.

The actress’ latest venture sees her team with Paramount to lead a remake of hit comedy ‘What Women Want.’

Full story below…

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