Five years separated fans of Jazmine Sullivan from official new music, but that changed August 28 when the GRAMMY-nominee surprised with the unveiling of her new tune, ‘Lost One.’

And, while keeping mum on its parent project, it’s believed the song is the first offering from her long-awaited fourth studio album – the follow-up to 2015’s critically acclaimed, ‘Reality Show.’

As ‘Lost One’ continues to garner its share of acclaim, the diva’s taken to her official YouTube handle to invite fans to view the first live rendition of the emotional cut.

An acoustic affair, look inside to hear Jazzy do what she does best:

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Brandy and Monica‘s epic Verzuz battle broke the internet and broke a number of records in the process.

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Days away from the September 4 release of his fifth studio album, ‘Detroit 2,’ rapper Big Sean is hot on the promo trail in its support.

Most recently taking to ‘New York’ magazine, the GRAMMY-nominated rapper discussed a number of hot topics around his career including his support of Kanye West‘s political aspirations, rumored beef with Kendrick Lamar (as we reported here), and reflected on his relationship with late actress Naya Rivera.

Though he released an emotional statement shortly after the 33-year-old’s death (as we reported here), some of her fans labeled his comments attention-seeking as she was famously attached to his diss track ‘IDFWU’ (a song released after their highly publicized breakup).

Now, over five years after the controversial tune’s premiere, Sean is clearing the air.

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After achieving the most viewed Verzuz battle yet with over 1 million viewers, Brandy and Monica have certainly sent social media into a frenzy!

So much so that many have posed the question as to who they’d like to see go head to head next on the platform. One being the elusive chanteuse herself, Mariah Carey.

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As fans of Tweet ready their ears, hearts, and wallets for her forthcoming EP (courtesy of eOne), the soulstress continues to tease the effort with standalone tunes.

“When I wake up in the morning / You put a smile on my face / And if the day’s a disappointment / I think of you and I’m ok / See what I’m trying to tell ya / I want all those to see / That you’re my world a precious treasure / That’s what you are to me,” she coos on the Craig Brockman and Charlie Bereal-produced track.

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Mariah Carey‘s status as the undisputed Queen of Christmas will be re-cemented this Holiday season.

For, Mimi has teamed up with Apple TV+ to bring the masses a brand new festive special.

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Katy Perry has finally made her long-awaited return.

The Pop singer has unleashed her sixth studio album, led by ‘Daisies.’ It continues the singer’s exploration into a more mature image that she began to explore on ‘Witness.’

That Grape Juice has been spinning it since it dropped on August 28. Join us below to find out which tracks are essential on ‘Smile’:

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As millions across the globe try to process the shocking death of Chadwick Boseman, so too is Ryan Coogler – director of ‘Black Panther.’

In an emotional open letter, the critically acclaimed filmmaker pays tribute to Boseman – who lost his four-year battle with colon cancer on Friday (August 28).

The star’s diagnosis was not known to the public and, as Coogler reveals, his collaborators were none-the-wiser too.

Echoing sentiments shared by Spike Lee (who directed Boseman in recent film ‘Da 5 Bloods’), Coogler shared that not only did he not know the specifics of the icon’s illness, he had actually been deep in the writing process for ‘Black Panther 2.’ A film in which 43-year-old Boseman was set to reprise the title role (T’Challa).

Read Coogler’s heartfelt words below…

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The raunchy video for ‘WAP’ helped Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion nab a historic #1 on the Billboard Hot 100.

And while the much-loved clip continues to accrue hundreds of thousands of views a day, it would have played out slightly differently if Cardi got her way.

For, in a new interview with Hot 97, the femcee revealed that original plans were for Lizzo to make a cameo appearance.

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In commemoration of Michael Jackson‘s 62nd birthday, the singer’s estate teamed with Spike Lee to unleash a new version of the King of Pop’s ‘They Don’t Care About Us’ music video.

Timely, in light of the rifeness of social injustice, the refreshed version of the visual spotlights the Black Lives Matter movement and more.

A life long philanthropist and social activist, Jackson used his platform to propagate the need for equality. Hence, it’s fitting that said sentiments are being continued posthumously.

Speaking on the release, Lee (who directed the 1995 original) said:

“Great Protest Songs Can’t Get Old, Stale Or Nonrelevant Because The Struggle Still Continues. That’s Why THEY DON’T REALLY CARE ABOUT US IS The Anthem During This Chaotic, Pandemic World We Are All Living In. To Celebrate Michael Jackson’s Born Day, We Have Made The THEY DON’T REALLY CARE ABOUT US 2020 Short Film To Continue The Struggle For Equality For All. That’s The Truth, Ruth. Be Safe.”

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When the ‘Real Housewives Of Atlanta’ returns for its 13th season in the Fall, it’ll be back with a number of new faces.

As reported, actress Drew Sidora and YouTuber LaToya Ali have boarded the Bravo hit as part of a shake-up that has seen the departure of Eva Marcille and allegedly Nene Leakes too.

With filming well underway, longtime cast-member Cynthia Bailey has opened up about the “fresh meat” and more.

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Katy Perry‘s team are giving the masses extra incentive to snap up new album ‘Smile.’

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