With the world at large lapping up ‘Wicked,‘ so too are notable names such as Camila Cabello.

The singer took to social media to congratulate leads Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande on the film’s seismic success. It has officially become the highest-grossing movie based on a Broadway play in US box office history.

In celebration, and with ample inspiration, Cabello saluted both the film and its stars with a performance of its signature song, ‘Defying Gravity.’

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LL Cool J is undeniably one of the pioneering forces of Hip-Hop.

A fact that makes the title of the veteran’s new album, ‘The Force,’ all sorts of apt.

Hot on the promotional trail for the LP,  Def Jam‘s first-ever signee stopped by Apple Music.

Chopping it up with Mehdi Maïzi, the Rap titan didn’t shy away from leaning into his own legendary status.

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3LW‘s legacy is defined by infectious bops and “broken promises” of the dramatic variety.

However, two of the group’s founding members are looking to write a fresh chapter. So much so that they celebrated Thanksgiving together.

Naturi Naughton and Adrienne Bailon linked up with their families for the holidays and shared adorable snaps of themselves.

As reported, the pair mended fences a number of years ago after a lengthy spell of estrangement.

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Khalid found his personal life thrust into the headlines when an ex named Hugo D Almonte took to the public domain to out the ‘Love Lies’ singer as gay.

A swift backlash followed, with many of the star’s fans (and social media at large) blasting the adult model for his shocking actions.

Khalid, himself, condemned the unjust behavior and unpacked how perplexed he was by it as he and Almonte dated “four years ago.”

At the time of his now infamous tweet, Almonte cited supposed claims that he was being accused of breaking into Khalid’s home as some sort of justification.

And now, despite making an apology for his deed, it appears to be a stance he is doubling down on. Somewhat.

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Cynthia Erivo is blazing the box office as the lead in ‘Wicked’ and making history in the process.

Because, as the film (which also stars Ariana Grande) officially becomes the highest-grossing movie based on a Broadway musical at the US box office, the multihyphenate star is stepping into an exciting new chapter.

For, she has inked a first-look deal with Universal Pictures.

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‘The Piano Lesson’ is here and has been hitting the right note with viewers.

Streaming now on Netflix, the powerful film reimagines August Wilson‘s revered play and chronicles a narrative of familial struggle centered on anchors to the past and the best means of moving forward.

Led by John David Washington and Danielle Deadwtyler, the Denzel Washington-produced film features a stellar ensemble cast including Samuel L. Jackson and Erykah Badu.

The movie serves as the directorial debut of Malcolm Washington.

That Grape Juice‘s Adam Davidson sat down with the force behind ‘The Piano Lesson,’ who opened up in earnest about his process, the message at the heart of the production, and much more.

Watch TGJ’s EXCLUSIVE interview above.

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Doja Cat is cooking up new music and it looks like she’s ready to serve.

The multihyphenate performer last released an album with her 2023 effort ‘Scarlet’ and has had fans salivating for more.

And with the New Year nearing, the star looks to be heeding the requests for a taste of fresh material.

For, she’s drip-feeding snippets of incoming cuts.

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Jade is continuing to shine on her solo journey.

The Little Mix alum has been magnetizing buzz aplenty as she showcases her individual gravitas.

As she struts ahead, the star was honored with the Trailblazer Award at the Rolling Stone UK Awards 2024.

The salute was paired with a feature spread that saw the ‘Angel of My Dreams’ belter style and profile.

Within its inner pages, she opened up about her solo journey, her Egyptian/Yemeni heritage, establishing her own artistic identity, working with the Sugababes, and much more.

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A week after finally delivering the music video to her warmly received Summer release ‘Joyride,’ Pop diva Kesha is taking her fans (affectionately called #Animals) on another musical ride with her new single ‘Delusional.’

“Baby, you’re delusional / Thinking you could ever find / Somethin’ that’s as bеautiful / Someone with a love likе mine / I’m sick of the fightin’, sick of the climbing,” she sings on the anthemic, Zhone-produced track.

Delivered via her own imprint, Kesha Records, ‘Delusional’ is the newest taste of music set to line her 2025-due sixth studio album.

Ahead of official details on that project (i.e. release date, features, etc.), look inside to hear the new song.

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In an ironic twist, Drake – currently in the middle of a legal war with Universal Music Group (UMG) on allegations they used unscrupulous practices to boost the commercial performance of his nemesis’ hit diss track ‘Not Like Us‘ – has only inadvertently drawn even more attention to the Mustard-produced tune.

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Rap Queen Nicki Minaj continues to get shiny Gold and Platinum gifts from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) to add to her already well-decorated crown!

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Beyonce‘s ‘Single Ladies’ defined viral before it was a term and it continues to accrue wins almost 16 years on.

The ‘I Am… Sasha Fierce’ smash dominated the pop cultural landscape and danced its way to #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 as well as charts worldwide.

With the release still reverberating today, its Jake Nava-directed music has hit a seismic new milestone on YouTube.

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