Peruse of the updated Billboard’s Song Sales chart sees Rap Queen Nicki Minaj reigning with her latest single, ‘We Go Up.’

Released March 25, the Fivio Foreign-assisted track comes as her fourth drop in less than two months and followed the warmly received tunes ‘Do We Have a Problem,’ ‘Bussin,’ and ‘Blick Blick.’

Accompanied to Hot 100 success by some history-making measure (i.e. ‘Problem’ made Nicki the first female rapper to have 20 top 10 hits, ‘Blick’ made her the second female artist to have at least 65 top 40 hits, and more), the bops – reportedly set to line the GRAMMY nominee’s forthcoming fifth studio album – set the tone for ‘We Go Up’ to go and do the same.

Ahead of the release of its official music video, look inside to see how the new song’s impact was felt on this week’s hit list.

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Occupying similar spaces in the music realm makes it easy for fans to pit artists against each other.  Such is particularly the case for the likes of Chloe Bailey and Normani, who are not only two of the day’s top female steerers of contemporary R&B, but are equally renown for their sizzling stage performances.

Despite the sometimes negative comparisons, Bailey – as she’s putting the finishing touches on her forthcoming solo debut album – recently made headlines for confirming she’s eyeing a collaboration with the former Fifth Harmony star.

Look inside to see how Normani responded to the report.

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The global health crisis forced James Corden‘s ‘Carpool Karaoke’ into what many feared would be a permanent parking spot.

However, as reported here, ‘The Late Late Show’ phenomenon has finally revved up its engines again after a 2-year hiatus.

Rolling on to screens Wednesday (April 6), Rap Queen Nicki Minaj was tapped to assist with the wildly popular segment’s royal return to television.

“The entire afternoon that we spent together, I was so happy to be in her orbit and her company and I really, really loved being with her,” Corden said of his time with the GRAMMY nominee. “It was so joyous.”

Cranking out rocking renditions of her hits ‘Starships,’ ‘Super Bass,’ ‘Anaconda,’ and much more, hop inside to see how Minaj helped get the show back in gear.

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Cop a gander of Chloe Bailey!

The stage blazer makes for an enchanting sight on the cover of Wave Magazine‘s Spring/Summer 2022 issue.

Arriving ahead of this Friday’s release of the starlet’s new single ‘Treat Me,’ the Bucci-lensed spread has been paired with an interview in which the 23-year old reflects on her solo journey.

Peep more after the jump…

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The 64th annual Grammy Awards provided many notable moments courtesy of the host of music stars who took to the stage.

Now, after show-stopping performances from H.E.R, BTS, Lil Nas X, Nas, John Legend, Olivia Rodrigo, and more (click here to watch), see who walked away with the show’s biggest star – its coveted trophies!

See the list of winners inside:

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Emeli Sandé is getting candid.

For, the ‘Next to Me’ songstress is now opening up about her sexuality and her current relationship status.

More details below…

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Lee Daniels has publicly apologized to Mo’Nique, further cementing the end of their 13-year feud.

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Fresh from hitting the road with an array of R&B icons on the Femme It Forward tour, Candiace Dillard continues the push for her debut album, ‘Deep Space.’

For, the songbird and ‘Real Housewives of Potomac’ star has unwrapped the music video for her latest single ‘Win.’

The empowering anthem, which aims to encourage and uplift, has been paired with a throwback-themed visual – directed by Chastity Corset.

Check it out below…

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Jerrod Carmichael is opening up about his sexuality in the most candid manner yet.

For, the comedian has come out as gay.

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With the 2022 GRAMMY Awards mere days away, the excitement continues to build for the event.

Every field is jam-packed with the who’s who in the music industry. Take for example the Record Of The Year category. ABBA, Jon Batiste, Tony Bennett and Lady Gaga, Doja Cat and SZA, Billie Eilish, Justin Bieber, Brandi Carlile, Olivia Rodrigo, Silk Sonic, and Lil Nas X are all nominated.

But who will win and who should win?

Join us below to find out…

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It’s been over three days since Will Smith rocked headlines for slapping Chris Rock at the 94th annual Academy Awards, but the incident is still very much the week’s hottest topic.

From social media commenters to newscasters, writers, and celebrities (in attendance or otherwise), lips are moving about the ordeal and don’t show any signs of slowing soon.

Among the more news-grabbing responses to the shocking occurrence come from two of its three hosts:  Amy Schumer and Wanda Sykes.

Look inside to see how they (sans Regina Hall) separately weighed in on the slap heard around the world.

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Jim Carrey is the latest name to sound off on Will Smith‘s Oscar incident. 

And he did not hold back.

Appearing on CBS Mornings in support of his new movie ‘Sonic the Hedgehog 2,’ the seasoned actor condemned Smith for slapping comedian Chris Rock live on the broadcast.

But that wasn’t all. Because it appears Carrey wasn’t impressed with the warm embrace Smith received from the audience after his big win.

Find out what he had to say after the jump…

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