ILoveMakonnen is speaking out.

Four years after he came out as gay, the ‘Tuesday’ singer took to Twitter to shed some light on how his sexuality affected his career.

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With DMX battling for his life after suffering a heart attack as a result of an overdose, the rapper’s family has issued a formal statement.

Their words come as fans and contemporaries clamor for definitive word about the star’s condition after his attorney claimed he was taken off life support and breathing on his own — only to recant the comment citing the fact he was given the wrong information.

In reality, sources say DMX currently still has little brain function and is not responsive.

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Readers of That Grape Juice know how passionate we are about music – whether that be past or present.

However, unlike our other segments – Retro Rewind, TGJ Replay, and From The Vault – The Pop Stop is the most in-depth look at Pop songs that may have flown under the radar over the last week that you should know, rather they be from music’s biggest stars or those on the rise.

This week, we want to highlight cuts from Demi Lovato, Olivia Rodrigo, ELIO, and Saint Raymond.

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Lil Nas X is one of few artists who can boast seeing his first four singles certified Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) – especially ahead of delivering a debut studio album.

But, thanks to the ongoing success of his controversial new hit, ‘Montero’ (the title track from his summer 2021-due debut LP), the GRAMMY winner is well on his way to nabbing a fifth Platinum plaque and his second Hot 100 #1 single.

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Quavo has followed the footsteps of his ex Saweetie by addressing the elevator video seen around the world.

The physical altercation between the pair, which took place at the femcee’s LA residence, left jaws ajar – after it saw the ‘Tap In’ performer hit the ground.

In the time since she’s spoken on the matter and now the Migos star has weighed in.

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When ‘Bridgerton’ returns for its second season, it will be back sans its breakout star Regé-Jean Page.

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Lil Nas X has conjured up the perfect concoction of controversy for his new single ‘Montero (Call Me By Your Name).’ Indeed, from the song‘s raunchy lyrics to its jaw-dropping video, he’s ignited a global conversation that now looks set to see him top the Billboard Hot 100.

A collaboration with MSCHF was one of the non-musical promotional tactics he drew on to support the single.

As extensively reported here on That Grape Juice, Nas’ video inspired sneaker – dubbed the ‘Satan Shoe’ – is a reworked take on Nike‘s Air Max ’97’s and bears the bible scripture Luke 10:18 – which refers to the story of “Satan fall(ing) like lightning from heaven.” The $1,018 price-point reflects the verse too. Further, each pair is touted as featuring real human blood. Only 666 pairs were produced.

Nike said no Bueno and filed a lawsuit against MSCHF.

As the particulars of the case begin to unfold, the sportswear giant has scored an early victory.

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Make no mistake about it; ‘Beautiful Mistakes’ is a hit!

Just a month after birthing her 10th trip to the Hot 100’s top 40 with ‘Cry Baby’ (as we reported here), Megan Thee Stallion revisits the chart territory courtesy of her recently unveiled Maroon 5 duet.

Released March 3, ‘Mistakes’ made a modest #54 debut on the Pop charts just two weeks later.  Once buzz around its Sophie Muller-directed music video revved up, the song showed promise of cracking the top 40 – potential that was realized this week as evidenced by the refreshed charts.

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With unforgettable hits like ‘We Fall Down,’ ‘Speak to My Heart,’ and ‘Stand,’ multiple Gold and Platinum records to his credit, and and a trophy case full of industry honors including 3 GRAMMYs, Donnie McClurkin is revered as one of the most successful Gospel artists in history.

However, while his professional achievements are plentiful, those wins – according to him – were not mirrored in his personal life.

Despite rocking headlines in 2018 for alleged ties to a gay cult, the 61-year-old has not bitten his tongue over the years about his reported deliverance from homosexuality – a stance he’s reiterated by vocalizing opposition to same-sex marriage and more.

Due to said view, McClurkin recently took to TV One’s ‘Uncensored’ to speak candidly about his own love life.  There, he even asserted he would likely be alone forever despite a desire for love and family.

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Britney Spears is speaking up and out about ‘Framing Britney Spears’ – the much-watched documentary about her conservatorship.

The New York Times special was watched around the globe and shone light anew on the controversial legal agreement that the singer has been subject to since 2008.

And while it advocated for the #FreeBritney fan movement, the singer’s response is likely to surprise supporters.

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Demi Lovato is getting candid.

The ‘Sorry Not Sorry’ singer stopped by Joe Rogan‘s podcast, ‘The Joe Rogan Experience,’ where she made some startling accusations about the alleged actions of her former team.

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On the “demonic” wings of his latest music video for the song ‘Montero (Call Me By My Name),’ rapper-singer Lil Nas X has been the talk of the music industry – for reasons good and bad.

The polarizing performer has some lauding him for his creativity while others are condemning the clip for its overtly sexual and sacrilegious imagery – a denouncement LNX has been busy retaliating against since the visual’s March 26 premiere.

Among those who have made headlines for criticism of the 21-year-old are fellow musicians Brian Casey (of Jagged Edge) and Joyner Lucas (click here to read), social and political commentator/author/TV personality Candace Owens, and basketballer Nick Young.  And while a number of them received a clap back from him for their commentary, Young is among the first who is apologizing for his statement.

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