The same day J. Cole learned his ‘The Off-Season’ single ‘Pride is the Devil’ was the proud owner of a 2022 Best Melodic Rap Performance GRAMMY nomination (as we reported here), the hit rapper was hit with the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) announcement the Lil Baby-assisted tune had met its criteria for Platinum certification – meaning it’s sold the equivalence of 1 million copies in the United States.

That win was one of many handed to Cole from the RIAA this week.  More inside:

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It’s that time of year again.

The 2022 GRAMMY Award nominations have officially arrived (as we reported here) and the internet has been quick to react to the list of nominees.

Many stars flocked to social media to share their thoughts as well as thank their fans.

Peep reactions from Doja Cat, Lil Nas X, and more below…

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The music industry and its enthusiasts are still buzzing as Tuesday (November 23) brought with it the highly anticipated unveiling of the 2022 GRAMMY nominations.

Honoring the year’s best and brightest in the music realm on January 31, 2022, the coveted tally expectedly listed the likes of chart-toppers Lil Nas X, Doja Cat, Cardi B, Kanye West, Drake, and Megan Thee Stallion as competitors for the ceremony’s top honors.

But, while jaws dropped to see Tayor Swift, Ariana Grande, Miley Cyrus, BTS, and more also mentioned alongside those hitmakers, some fan groups are steam pressed their favorites were placed in interesting categories or totally shut out.

Look inside to see who made That Grape Juice‘s list of ‘2022 GRAMMY Snubs and Surprises.’

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Last year, Beyoncé – with her career total upped to 79 nods – became the most nominated woman in the history of the 63-year history of the GRAMMYs.

Now, her history-making husband JAY-Z reigns as the ceremony’s overall most nominated.

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It’s Grammy nomination time!

Music’s biggest calendar night, the 64th annual GRAMMY Awards, are set to air on January 31 2022 live on CBS.

The industry’s brightest stars will align to shine at the event, which will boast performances from the creme de la creme.

Today, excitement for the ceremony soared to new heights as its committee reveals which artists have been nominated in which categories.

Jon Batiste leads with a whopping 11 nominations, followed by trio Justin Bieber, Doja Cat, and H.E.R. who all bagged 8 apiece.

Other multi-nominees nominees include Jazmine Sullivan, Lil Nas X, Billie Eilish, and Olivia Rodrigo.

What are you waiting for? The full nominations for the 2022 GRAMMYs await below…

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Summer Walker is in love again and it’s written all over her face…literally.

For, the singer has debuted matching tattoos with her new boo.

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Adele is back in a big way.

For, the ‘Easy On Me’ singer is on course to storm the UK albums chart with massive sales.

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Khalid has new music on the way.

For, the ‘Talk’ singer has just unveiled the tracklist for his upcoming ‘Scenic Drive’ mixtape.

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The Brit Awards are making major changes.

For, the ceremony is now doing away with gendered categories.

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Big energy is exactly what Latto delivered to the ‘Late Night with Seth Meyers’ recently, an appearance that marked her debut on late night TV.

On hand to serve the latest live rendition of her biggest Hot 100 hit yet (as we reported here), the 22-year-old brought the tune’s spirited music video to life by rocking a form-fitting, lady-bug inspired costume while her background dancers showed off fancy footwork dressed as lily pads.

Did you miss the action when it aired Wednesday (November 17)? No worries; we’ve got you covered.

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Thanks to his Drake-assisted tune, ‘Life is Good,’ rapper Future cooked up the biggest hit of his career!

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Throughout its highly publicized trials and triumphs, the life story of late Rap star DMX remains one of Hip Hop’s most celebrated and shrouded in mystery.

Some of those behind the scenes moments of his final years have been collected for the HBO Max original documentary, ‘Don’t Try To Understand.’

In addition to exploring the time that followed his prison release and attempt to rebuild his career, the Chris Frierson-directed flick also showed his softer side with friends and family.

Ahead of its November 25 premiere at 8 p.m. on HBO Max, see the official trailer inside:

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