Readers of That Grape Juice know what avid music lovers we are – especially of hits past.

So, just as our retrospective features ‘From the Vault’ and ‘TGJ Replay’ allow us the chance to re-spin the gems and jams of yesterday of one artist, our newest feature “Chart Rewind” – a variation of our current Retro Rewind assay – accedes salutes to an entire era of music history.

Next, it’s all about ‘What About Us’ – the lead single from R&B veteran Brandy‘s 3rd album ‘Full Moon.’  Written by Lashawn Daniels, Rodney Jerkins, and Brandy, the 2002-released bop – produced by Jerkins – was a surprising foray into alternative R&B by Bran (who up to that point was better known for her more standard R&B leaning numbers).  Released at the top of the year, ‘What’ – with the assistance of a kickass futuristic Dave Meyers music video – eventually moseyed its way up to the top 10 of the Billboard Hot 100 where it peaked at #7 this week 15 years ago.

Tuck in below to relive her last top 10 hit on the pop chart and see who joined her in the top 25 this week in 2002:

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Justin Timberlake‘s efforts to support Frank Ocean‘s latest album ‘Blonde’ have seen him score a slamming from fans of his Sony sisters Beyonce and Adele.

Why?

Find out below…

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Tevin Campbell has something to say about Usher’s claim that the hit single ‘Can We Talk’ was originally penned for him.

Released in 1993, the number peaked at #9 on the Billboard Hot 100 and pushed sales of Campbell’s ‘I’m Ready’ album far over the 2 million copies sold milestone.

How he feels about Usher’s claim that the song wasn’t really his?

Find out below…

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New video alert!

Tory Lanez’ ‘The New Toronto II’ births the release of a brand new visual for the song ‘Dopeman Go.’

Woah, I’m in Givenchy baby, movin’ the kitchen baby
Doublin’, adding up all of this money I’m doin’ addition baby
Glock 40, like the top 40 when the shit get to mixing baby
A **** done mention me and I get to fixin’ it

Still keen to rival Drake, the Canadian star dropped the visual before he launches his European tour in Amsterdam on March 9th and hopes to see it soar high enough to turn his streaming water into sales wine.

Does he have what it takes to take on Aubrey and his ‘OVO’ machine?

Find out below…

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Ebro Darden‘s Hot 97 recently caught up with the seasoned star Samuel L. Jackson recently to engage what we’re calling a must-see conversation.

In it, the actor delved deep into a number of scorching hot topics surrounding the entertainment industry which may, or may not, offend proponents of Hollywood’s welcoming of Black British stars.

There’s more.

For, he also had a thing or two to say about Kerry Washington and her hit show ‘Scandal’.

Press play below…

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Days after learning he entered history books for nabbing two consecutive chart-toppers in successive weeks on the Billboard 200, ‘HNDRXX’ hitmaker Future has unveiled yet another music video in support of the project.

Titled ‘Use Me,’ the cinematic clip sees the rapper travel in time to meet his younger self.  Reflecting on the issues of his youth – addressing everything from poverty to drugs and everything between – the piece makes not only makes for a compelling watch, but a welcomed departure from his visual standard fare (see: booty shaking heauxs, materialism, etc.).

Tuck in below to tell us if you agree:

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With photographer/directors Luigi & Lango in tow, Queen of Pop Madonna teamed with ‘Vogue Germany’ for ‘Her-Story’: a short film in celebration of ‘International Women’s Day.’

A self-proclaimed ‘revolution of love’ and ‘refusal to accept this new age of tyranny,’ a suspected dig at President Donald Trump, the glossy black-and-white affair see the controversial hitmaker reference everything from Nazi Germany to her usual stomping ground – religion.

Coming as one of many female artists lifting a nod to the day (including Kylie Minogue, Beyonce, Alicia Keys, and many more), tuck in below for your first peek at the film:

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In the wake of advances from the likes of Chainsmoker‘s ‘Something Just Like This,’ Bruno Mars’ ‘That’s What I Like,’ Rihanna‘s ‘Love on the Brain,’ and even impressive staying power by former #1 ‘Bad & Boujee’ by Migos, singer/songwriter Ed Sheeran‘s ‘Shape of You’ has managed to pencil its name atop the Hot 100 yet again.

Thanks to some handsome digital sales, undoubtedly boosted by a whirlwind promotional schedule that’s seen him hit the Grammys, ‘SNL,’ ‘iHeart Radio Music Awards,’ Brit Awards, and the American talk show circuit in less than three weeks, Sheeran’s ‘Shape’ signs on to the tally’s perch for a sixth non-consecutive week.  And, as we reported here, the set’s highly anticipated parent album – ‘Divide’– is set to follow suit with a rule over next week’s Billboard 200 (click here to read more about that).

Interestingly, though hitting many of the same outlets and award shows to promote her latest number, ‘Chained to the Rhythm,’ pop star Katy Perry‘s most recent Hot 100 run is not singing a similar tune.  Even with its notable #4 premiere on the tally two weeks ago (to some of her lowest recent debut figures), Perry’s Sia-penned socially conscious hit has been on the decline despite the release of its supporting visual.

Falling out of the top 10 in just its third week, tuck in below to see who joins Sheeran and the ‘Roar’ singer on this week’s updated Chart Check:

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For all of Naomi Campbell‘s illustrious success, the supermodel has had no issues saluting newer names on the block.

Such camaraderie has been showcased in her love for Rihanna.

Beyond introducing Rih’s MTV Icon segment at the VMA’s last year, the British stunner even starred in a campaign for the Bajan’s Fenty x Puma fashion line.

But it appears there’s been a rupture in the friendship.

See what we mean below…

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The internet is buzzing over actress Gabourey Sidibe‘s amazing weight transformation.

After undergoing weight-loss surgery last year following a secret battle with depression and bulimia, the Academy Award nominated star is spilling all the details on her experience during the tumultuous time. It’s come in the form of her memoir ‘This Is Just My Face: Try Not to Stare.‘

Pics and quotes below…

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Nicki Minaj‘s lack of response to her rap foe isn’t handing her any ‘Ls.’ At least not on the charts.

Since the fallout, Minaj has proceeded to eclipse her rival’s shine by setting a singles record across the pond. And now she’s stands toe-to-toe with the mother of soul Aretha Franklin for the most hot 100 hits amongst women.

Full story below…

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The lyrical genius that is Remy Ma has fresh thoughts on her feud with Nicki Minaj.

Find out why she feels that her well-received diss track ‘SHether‘ stands as one of the lower points of her career below…

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