With its reign over Tik Tok charts showing no sign of slowing, Flo Milli‘s breakout hit ‘Never Lose Me’ continues to post wins at Billboard.

In fact, the updated Hot 100 shows the Gerreaux-produced bop hopped from its previous #42 peak to #37 this week – marking the first time the Alabama-born beauty has ever entered the tally’s top 40.

What’s more, last week’s news of a forthcoming remix featuring SZA sent streams of ‘Never’ soaring; so much so the tune is expected to jump into the top 20 of next week’s all-genre chart.

Until we find out for sure if the Milli milestone will be a reality for the rapstress, look inside to see how she rocked the ‘Genius’ platform ‘Open Mic’ with a live rendition of the inescapable bop.

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Justin Timberlake is back and aiming to blaze with his new single ‘Selfish.’

The melodic jam serves as the first taste of JT’s upcoming album ‘Everything I Thought It Was’ – his first body of work since 2018’s ‘Man of the Woods.’

After announcing and teasing the track at a free hometown show in Memphis, the 42-year-old has been drumming up buzz for its cinematic visual – which finally arrived moments ago.

Directed by Bradley J. Calder, the slick clip lands ahead of Timberlake taking to the stage on Saturday Night Live as the musical guest on January 27.

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An undocumented immigrant willing to do whatever it takes to feed his family finds himself accepting a job that pays more than he bargained for in the forthcoming film ‘Bad Hombres‘ – the thrilling new crime drama from director John Stalberg, Jr.

Starring Luke Hemsworth, Tyrese Gibson, Diego Tinoco, Thomas Jane, Hemky Madera, and more, the movie is scheduled to arrive in theaters and VOD on January 26 ahead of its DVD release on March 12.

Before ‘Hombres’ hits screens, hop inside to see the official trailer.

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50 Cent is setting the record straight about his recent weight loss.

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Ahead of the January 29 kickoff of his ‘New Blue Sun Tour,’ rapper-flautist Andre 3000 took to ‘The Late Show with Stephen Colbert’ on Tuesday (January 23) to give future concertgoers a preview of what they can expect on the Stateside trek.

Lifting a live rendition of ‘New Blue Sun‘ fan favorite ‘That Night in Hawaii When I Turned into a Panther and Started Making These Low Register Purring Tones That I Couldn’t Control…Sh¥t Was Wild,’ the OutKast frontman was joined by the likes of lauded instrumentalists Carlos Niño, Nate Mercereau, Surya Botofasina, and Deantoni Parks.

Did you miss the action when it first aired? No worries; we’ve got you covered.

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Nearly 3 years after the legendary Dionne Warwick captured headlines for saying she wanted singer-actress Teyana Taylor to bring her life story to the big screen via an official biographical film, the latter has confirmed the movie has been greenlit and production will soon be underway.

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With the annual Billboard Women in Music Awards the esteemed music magazine is set to continue its tradition of honoring some of today’s most influential women across all genres including movers and shakers in front of- and behind the scenes.

Returning March 6, the 2024 iteration – hosted by award-winning actress Tracee Ellis Ross – will take place at the YouTube Theater at Hollywood Park in Los Angeles.

Ahead of the festivities, look inside to see this year’s star-studded list of honorees.

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Halle Bailey is back to work after giving birth to her bouncing baby boy.

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Award season is upon us!

And the latest, and one of the most prestigious, is the BRIT Awards 2024.

Nominations for the UK’s equivalent of the GRAMMYs were announced moments ago and sees RAYE lead with 7 nods. The tally also brought with it major listings for the likes of Dua Lipa, Kylie Minogue, SZA, Burna Boy, Tyla, and more.

Ahead of the March 2 ceremony, which airs live from London’s O2 Arena, check out the full list of nominees below…

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Chris Brown‘s work rate is undeniable, as is the mass of his output.

Indeed, the performer has made no secret of his penchant for dropping albums packed to the brim with more tracks than the average.

And while C. Breezy dialed back such practice (somewhat) with his most recent LP, ’11:11,’ he’s made clear that he has much more material in the cannon.

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Tina Knowles is clearing the air after being accused of shading Janet Jackson.

Beyonce‘s mom was a trending topic after liking a post from someone  bemoaning the ticket prices of the Pop legend’s forthcoming ‘Together Again Tour.’

The move sent some corners of the internet into a tailspin with unfounded conjecture leading to a growing pile of speculation surrounding the sentiment between both camps.

However, in a brief but direct address, Miss Tina extinguished the noise with a clear explanation.

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Anycia and GRAMMY-nominated rapstress Latto make their hometown of Atlanta proud with their banging collaboration ‘Back Outside.’

Found aboard Anycia’s debut EP, the October 2023-released ‘Extra,’ ‘Outside’ boasts production from famed music craftsman JetsonMade.

“I’m a Southside b-tch to the grave / I’m a real a** b-tch to the tomb / Million-dollar convos on Zoom / Get wet, I don’t gotta use lube,” the newcomer raps on the sizzling new track.

Get acquainted with ‘Back Outside’ inside.

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