Ariana Grande has been a trending topic since the release of her infectious new single ‘yes, and?’ along with its cinematic music video.

Much of the discourse has centered on the potency of the Max Martin and Ilya-produced track and the 30-year-old’s long-awaited return to the spotlight.

However, many have also been vocal in pointing to the similarities between Grande’s Christian Breslauer-directed visual and Paula Abdul‘s iconic ‘Cold Hearted’ clip from 1989.

With the comparisons making their way to Abdul’s orbit head below to find out what she had to say.

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Taraji P. Henson may have made it clear that Oprah Winfrey was nothing but supportive in her role as a producer on ‘The Color Purple,’ but Mo’Nique is not buying it.

As reported, Henson has been making headlines for both her stunning turn as Shug Avery in the hit film as well as her candor on the press run; specifically as relates to the pay inequality she says she faced as a Black actress in Hollywood together with the less-than-apt conditions she continues to meet on sets.

In a recent interview, the 53-year-old waxed candid about various aspects of shooting ‘The Color Purple’- including almost walking away from the film and claims that the cast was initially given rental cars to drive to set (rather than car service). She also bemoaned a lack of adequate food while shooting.

Henson shared that a call to Winfrey “fixed” many of the things she took umbrage with. A sentiment the mogul herself humbly echoed, while denying any kind of rift with Henson.

However, Mo’Nique is weighing in with a different take.

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Justin Timberlake is revving up the buzz machine for his return.

For, after wiping his social media and sending fans into a frenzy, the NSYNC frontman has announced a free show in his hometown.

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Drake has long had a polarizing presence in Hip-Hop. And new remarks from Mos Def look set to ignite debate afresh

In one regard, there’s the gargantuan success that the Canadian MC continues to achieve – as well as the legion of loyal fans that lap up his every release.

Yet, critique and a career-long discourse around his output as a “rapper” has been ever-present.

And, in a new interview, Mos Def makes clear how he categorizes Drizzy.

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Lil Nas X has spent much of the week promoting his newly released single ‘J Christ.’

And while much of his time has been apportioned to teasing the track and its controversial video (in which he recreates many biblical scenes as Jesus, Moses, and more), the 23-year-old has also poured time into clapping back at his critics.

Including those who have been comparing him to the likes of Lady Gaga and Madonna.

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The Weeknd continues to shine with ‘Blinding Lights.’

For, the seismic smash hit has bulldozed another major record.

This time on Spotify.

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Songbird Ariana Grande is off to a flying start with her new single ‘yes, and?’

Serving as the lead release from the superstar’s seventh studio album, the track arrived on January 12 alongside its cinematic Christian Breslauer-directed music video.

Teased in earnest ahead of its release and praised upon its landing, it’s clear the elements have worked in the cut’s favor.

Especially on Spotify.

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Anderson .Paak has called time on his 13-year marriage to his wife Jae Lin.

For, the eclectic performer has filed for divorce.

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Nicki Minaj‘s ‘Pink Friday 2’ is the gift that keeps giving.

Because the femcee has dropped ‘Press Play’ with Future.

And, heeding to her promise of continuing to expand the chart-topping LP, Minaj has added the track to the ‘Pink Friday 2 (Gag City Pluto Edition).’

The track serves as the power pair’s second collaboration on the project, joining  ‘Nicki Hendrix.’

What are you waiting for? Press play on ‘Press Play’ after the jump…

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Stefflon Don has ripped the wrapping off another diss track aimed at Jada Kingdom.

All week the pair have been throwing musical grenades at each other and lyrically lashing.

The seismic spar cranked up a notch with Steff dropped ‘Dat A Dat,’ which Kingdom responded to with ‘London Bed.’ That spar sparked anew when Steff unleashed ‘Dead Dyal Walking.’

Kingdom had unlocked the latest ‘Steff Lazarus.’

Until today.

For, Steff has freshly debuted ‘Dead Gyal Talking.’

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Wizkid continues to feed his fans (affectionately known as the Wizkid FC) with more from his ‘S2’ project.

The EP, which arrived in December, has been showered with praise and now has a new visual component by way of the flavor-filled video for infectious cut ‘IDK.’

Directed by DK, the colorful clip sees Starboy shine alongside the song’s guest artist Zlatan.

Watch the ‘IDK’ visual after the jump…

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Thanks to her ‘SOS‘ hit ‘Snooze‘ R&B singer SZA has woken up to yet another historic feat on the Billboard charts.

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