R&B belle Ari Lennox has unwrapped the video for her new single ‘Waste My Time.’

The soulful cut sees the songbird long for a lover – even though they may not be the best pick.

A fan favorite, the track is lifted from Lennox’s sophomore album ‘age/sex/location.’

The clip follows the videos for the project’s Gold-certified lead single ‘Pressure,’ ‘Hoodie,’ and ‘POF.’

Watch Ari in action in the Val Vega-directed visual after the jump…

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Keke Palmer made headlines in December when she announced she is pregnant with her first child during her opening monologue as host on Saturday Night Live.

Now, she’s opened up about the gender of her incoming bundle of joy with partner Darius Jackson.

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Netflix has lifted the lid on ‘We Have a Ghost’ starring Anthony Mackie.

Set to hit the streamer on February 24, the fun-filled film follows youngster Kevin’s family and their move into a new home.

Upon settling in, they realize their abode is haunted by a ghost named Ernest. Their surprise discovery turns them into unlikely sensations on social media.

However, when Kevin and Ernest go rogue to investigate the mystery of Ernest’s past, they become a target of the CIA.

Written and directed by Christopher Landon, the flick is based on Geoff Manaugh‘s short story ‘Ernest.’

Mackie appears in the movie alongside David Harbour, Jahi Winston, Tig Notaro, Erica Ash, and Jennifer Coolidge.

Check out the first-look trailer after the jump…

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London loves Chris Brown! And the performer is reciprocating in a major way.

The superstar ignited a wave of excitement across the UK and Europe upon announcing his ‘Under The Influence Tour.’

And, as the arena trek nears its kick-off, the high-octane performer has had to add a multitude of new dates to his itinerary due to overwhelming demand.

Now, C. Breezy has added yet another date to the UK’s capital.

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It’s been a week of reveals for Chloe Bailey.

Indeed, over the past few days, the songbird has hatched the announcement of her debut solo album ‘In Pieces‘ and formally trumpeted the incoming arrival of its lead single ‘Pray It Away.’

As reported, the 24-year-old shared that her long-awaited project will not include previously released singles – ‘Have Mercy,’  ‘Treat Me,’ ‘Surprise,’ and ‘For The Night.’

With just hours to go before ‘Pray’ is unwrapped, Bailey has previewed its accompanying video.

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Fleur East is back!

The British multihyphenate has made a mark across many mediums – including TV to radio.

Yet, with music being her mainstay, the potent performer returns with new single ‘Count The Ways.’

A delicious slice of soulful, Funk Pop, the catchy cut follows Fleur’s action-packed stint on ‘Strictly Come Dancing’ (where she reached the final).

It also comes as the ‘Sax’ singer gears up to blaze the stage at her headline London show at Union Chapel on March 16.

With over 200 million streams to her name, it looks like this talented songstress will be added more to her tally with this infectious track.

Take a listen below, where there’s also word from Fleur on the release…

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Miley Cyrus isn’t the only music diva who recently planted a breakup anthem in the Hot 100’s upper rankings.

Shakira, whose Bizarrap-led single ‘Bzrp Music Sessions, Vol. 53’ has been dominating headlines since its January 11 release, charged onto the hitlist with a whopping 20.2 million streams, 7.9 million in radio airplay audience, and 9,000 digital copies sold in its inaugural sales week.

The fifth Hot 100 top 10 hit of Shaki’s career overall, the #9 entry of ‘Bzrp’ marks a personal milestone for the GRAMMY winner as it comes as her first-ever top 10 debut. More importantly, the diss track arrives as her first top 10 mention on the tally since she accompanied Beyonce to #3 with 2007’s ‘Beautiful Liar.’

Look inside to see who joins her on this week’s TGJ Chart Check.

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After making major moves on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, SZA is now ruling the airwaves with her song ‘Kill Bill.’

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Miley Cyrus has a hit on her hands, if her standing at pop radio has anything to say.

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SZA‘s bid to secure her first #1 hit on the Hot 100 may have been blocked by Taylor Swift last week and Miley Cyrus this week, but the R&B diva still has her sights set on seeing her name carved in the position with the ‘SOS‘ hit ‘Kill Bill.’

To aid its battle for the top spot the songstress (born Solana Rowe) has lifted the lid on yet another version of the tune, this time offering fans a stripped back rendition.

“I might kill my ex, not the best idea / His new girlfriend’s next, how’d I get here? / I might kill my ex, I still love him, though / Rather be in jail than alone,” she sings over the acoustic guitar.

And while ‘Bill’ has already helped hoist its parent album to a historic sixth week atop the Billboard 200, is the acoustic rendition just what the doctor ordered to finally get itself to the Hot 100’s summit?

Listen inside and tell us.

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After wowing critics and viewers alike with its unique brand of comedy, NBC’s breakout hit series ‘Grand Crew’ is looking to make a grand season 2 return this Spring.

Toplined by Echo Kellum, Nicole Byer, Aaron Jennings, Justin Cunningham, Carl Tart, and Grasie Mercedes, the Phil Augusta Jackson-created sitcom tells the story of a group of young Black professionals in Los Angeles who regularly meet at their favorite bar for a “wine down” to recap the most recent ups and downs of their lives and pursuits of romance.

With its sophomore run looking to give more of the same loads of laughs that hooked viewers in season 1, look inside for a sneak peek of all the action set to unfold before ‘Grand’ marches back to TV on March 3.

The official trailer awaits:

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Lizzo fans (affectionately called #Lizzbians) who think its about damn time their fave added yet another shiny plaque from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) to her growing collection will be pleased by the organization’s latest report.

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