Saweetie is wasting no time taking flight with her new single ‘Closer.’

The funky cut features GRAMMY and Oscar winner H.E.R. and serves as a sonic departure from both ladies’ musical mainstays.

Showcasing their respective versatility, the starlets trade lines on the catchy Pop-kissed cut.

It’s believed ‘Closer’ is lifted from Saweetie’s long-awaited album debut, ‘Pretty B*tch Music.’

Just days after its arrival in audio form, the track’s quirky Hannah Lux Davis-directed visual has been unleashed, and sees the duo board a plane as they unpack their agenda for bae.

Unwrap Saweetie’s Valentine’s Day video drop below…

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‘Euphoria’ is back for its second season on HBO.

Led by Zendaya, who earned an Emmy Award for her performance as Rue Bennett, the sophomore run of the critically acclaimed series came swinging with seismic twists and turns straight out of the gate.

Season two of the gripping drama delves deeper into the layered and complicated life of 17-year-old Rue – who is tasked with balancing the potent pressures of love, loss, and addiction.

Before episode 7 airs, check out a sneak peek preview of what’s to come…

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Cop a gander of Beyonce!

Queen Bey sightings are rare enough, but the music force has been especially quiet sans the promotional push for her mega-selling Ivy Park athleisure line.

That changed at this year’s  Super Bowl, though.

Because the superstar stepped out in style at the SoFi Stadium.

Beyond visibly cheering on Halftime Show headliners, Mrs. Carter posed it all the way up.

Peep the stunning snaps after the jump…

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TGJ Roundtable!

Over the years, That Grape Juice has established a distinguished voice that – whether loved or loathed – sparks discussion, debate, and on occasion drama!

Though comprised of seasoned writers who share a similar outlook on Urban Pop culture, the idiosyncrasies of the TGJ team members often lend for quite heated debates “behind the scenes” about the hottest topics.

Now, we give you a front-row seat to the show. In a format similar to ‘The View’ or ‘The Real’, TGJ editors – Sam, Rashad, Joe, and Ryan – get real in a very candid way.

Today’s roundtable topic asks each anchor their thoughts on the…

Super Bowl Halftime Show 2022 

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A problem is exactly what the competition has on its hands thanks to the Hot 100 storm of Nicki Minaj‘s new single, ‘Do We Have a Problem?’

The Lil Baby-assisted single, the leading effort from Minaj’s yet-titled, forthcoming fifth studio album, erupted onto digital music platforms February 4 on the strength of a star-studded, cinematic music video (featuring ‘Power‘ star Joseph Sikora and others).

Not even 48 hours after its unveiling, the Papi Yerr-produced bop flew to the top of real-time Apple Music, Spotify, and iTunes sales and streaming tallies – bids that, as the updated Hot 100 reveals, were key to ensuring its placement at #2 on this week’s chart.

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Four months after Chris Brown made headlines for tying Bruno Mars as the second best-selling male singer in the history of digital music (as we reported here), the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) confirms C. Breezy has breezed past his ‘Grenade’-singing counterpart to claim the runner-up title by his lonesome.

Details inside:

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What was thought to just be a wild weekend for Kanye West shows no sign of slowing thanks to a pair of Instagram posts that see him continue his tirade in attempt to win Kim Kardashian back.

As we reported here, the GRAMMY winner has taken aim at the media mogul’s new boyfriend – comic Pete Davidson – in a slew of slamming social media posts and even songs.  Further, he’s even distancing himself from friends who he believes are supporting the ‘SNL’ star (i.e. Kid Cudi, Bob Iger, and others).

Yet, despite the very public disses, West wants to reassure his fans he has no ‘beef’ with Kardashian – regardless of the narrative he believes is being pushed to suggest the contrary.

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If critical acclaim and fan response are any indication, K. Michelle will be scooching up R&B charts next week with her latest single, ‘Scooch.’

The Lil Ronnie-produced mid-tempo has been banging its way up real-time and streaming tallies since its February 11 premiere – a feat aided by its live performance debut on the EMMY-winning talk show ‘The Real’ the same day.

While there, Michelle not only blazed the stage but also dished on the killer success of her Lifetime reality show, ‘My Killer Body,’ and why ‘I’m the Problem’ (the parent album of ‘Scooch’) will be her last foray into R&B before releasing her long-awaited and heavily teased Country album.

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

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Just days after her 29th birthday (February 6), Tinashe was the one handing out presents to her dedicated fans in the form of news about the re-release of her fifth studio album, ‘333.’

Repackaged with new songs ‘Something Like a Heartbreak.’ ‘HMU for a Good Time (ft. Channel Tres),’ ‘Woke Up Blessed,’ and ‘Naturally,’ the deluxe set is slated for a March 3 release.

Before its arrival on digital shelves, Sweet T has unveiled a listen to ‘Naturally’ via a gruesome and gory accompanying music video.

Look inside to see how she put a twist on Valentine’s Day with this unique number.

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Congratulations are in order for Alexandra Burke!

For, the British singer has announced that she is expecting her first child.

Full story below…

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After taking to Los Angeles SoFi Stadium to render one of the most unforgettable Super Bowl showings in recent memory, ‘California Love’ continues to be showered on Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Kendrick Lamar, Eminem, and Queen of Hip Hop Soul Mary J. Blige.

As reported here, the quintet of hitmakers headlined Sunday’s halftime show to historic measure (February 13) – a feat that’s had viewers as hyped about their performance as the big game itself.

With commentary from critics, fans, admirers, and even celebrities continuing to flow in, the latter is making headlines for the praise they’re bestowing on the Hip Hop heavyweights.

From John Legend and Missy Elliott to Kerry Washington, Khloe Kardashian, and more, tuck in to see the reactions.

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‘Family Affair’ took on a whole new meaning for Mary J. Blige as the diva was one of many Urban music royals to headline the Super Bowl LVI halftime show.

A historic night for the genres of Hip Hop & R&B, the jam-packed lineup – which also featured Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Eminem, and Kendrick Lamar – saw the quintet take turns cranking out bite-sized renditions of some of their biggest hits.

An undoubtable touchdown on every front (including its surprises), look inside to see how the fivesome rocked Los Angeles’ SoFi Stadium Sunday night (February 13).

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