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Ja Rule’s 47th Birthday: Stream “Always On Time” Feat. Ashanti To Celebrate

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For the countless babies born on a leap year, February 28th marks the time to celebrate their birthdays most of the time. Among those turning up to mark another trip around the Sun today is Ja Rule, who turns 47. On his Instagram Story, the Fyre Festival co-founder has been reposting thoughtful messages from friends on his Instagram Story. Conversely, his fans have been at home, streaming some of his biggest hits to commemorate along with him.

For our part, we’re highlighting Ja’s early 2000s collaboration with Ashanti, “Always On Time.” To this day the joint is often found in the best throwback R&B playlists, and can still be heard blasting at parties and clubs on top volume as music lovers bump and grind. What more could you need to get into a celebratory mood in honour of the birthday boy?

Revisit Ja Rule and Ashanti’s “Always On Time” Visual

Listeners have always praised the effortless connection between Ja and Ashanti, but as it turns out, she almost didn’t earn the female part in the song. While speaking with the New York Post last year, the R&B starlet revealed that it was first sent to Brandy, who actually turned the opportunity down. “She ended up not doing it, and Ashanti came in and alley-ooped!” the “Foolish” singer dished.

The salacious song went on to become one of the most-streamed in each artist’s catalogue. Other major releases for Ja include “Mesmerize,” “Livin’ It Up,” “Wonderful,” and “Put It On Me.” His most recent release, “Blow, came back in 2021 featuring Somong. Now that he’s beginning a new chapter of his life, it’s entirely possible we could see the lyricist head back to the studio soon.

Stream Ja Rule and Ashanti’s “Always On Time” on Spotify or Apple Music below. Afterward, tell us your favourite track from the man of the hour in the comments. Make sure to check back later for more release recommendations and music news updates.

Quotable Lyrics:

C’mon and get a piece of this late-night lover
You know, the one that swing d*ck like no other
I know, I got a lot of things I need to explain
But, baby, you know the name, and love is about pain

Diddy Wishes His “Shawty Wop” Yung Miami A Happy Birthday While She Poses In A Bikini On The Beach

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On February 11th, Yung Miami celebrated her 29th trip around the Sun. The “Twerkulator” artist is an expert at turning up. We’ve previously seen this throughout her career, and this year, her birthday celebrations have been non-stop. After partying with her friends, it now looks as though the mother of two is in baecation mode, soaking up the sun in the tropics with a certain friend.

Over the weekend, the City Girl shared an Instagram photo dump that finds her posing alongside a private jet in an emerald green two-piece set. After a few more fit pics, fans see a preview of the aircraft’s inside. It’s glamorously decorated with roses, balloons, a cake, and various other sweets. Miami also let the world know whose plane it is that she’s taking – in case they weren’t already aware – by flexing the Combs Air mat sitting beneath the plane’s stairs.

Caresha’s caption was nothing more than a row of birthday cake emojis. Still, in the comment section, her friends have had plenty to say. “Caresha! You love that man. You ain’t let us come and you got braids!” her partner in rhyme, JT, wrote. Elsewhere, Saweetie, Savannah James, Princess Love, Cuban Link, and more wished the rap diva a happy birthday.

It wouldn’t be a baecation without plenty of photos, and Miami has absolutely been delivering. The day after flaunting Diddy’s private jet and the goods he spoils her with on the ‘gram, she returned with some beautiful beach pictures and videos that see her sitting in the sand by the crystal blue water. Clearly in full party mode, the podcast host carries a mimosa in her hand as she casually strolls into the tropical ocean.

In the comment section of that post, the multi-talent made sure to send his “Shawty Wop” birthday greetings. Additionally, JT had more love to show her collaborator. India Royale and Trina were sure to shower the Florida native with plenty of attention too.

Yung Miami attends the Pre-GRAMMY Gala & GRAMMY Salute To Industry Icons Honoring Julie Greenwald & Craig Kallmanat at The Beverly Hilton on February 04, 2023 in Beverly Hills, California. (Photo by Kayla Oaddams/WireImage)

Miami is obviously going all out for her birthday celebrations this year. Prior to her baecation with Combs, she threw a star-studded party earlier this month. Chrisean Rock was notably in attendance, as were various other well-known figures from the music industry.

Aside from the impressive guest list, fans also can’t stop talking about the massive diamond ring on her finger. Of course, she’s made it well known that she’s single, but clearly still loves to be spoiled on Diddy’s dime. Check out Caresha’s flashy new jewelry here, and tune in later for more pop culture news updates.

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Justin Timberlake Turns 42: Celebrate His Birthday & Revisit “Carry Out” With Timbaland

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As of January 20, Aquarius season is finally upon us. This means that several iconic artists will be celebrating their birthdays over the coming weeks, including Justin Timberlake. The Social Network star’s big day is today (January 31), and it marks his 42nd year here on Earth.

Of course, the R&B star has been in the public eye for the better part of his life. His early childhood in Memphis, Tennessee previously found him appearing on shows like Star Search and The All-New Mickey Mouse Club. By the late 90s, he made a name for himself as the youngest member of NSYNC, but would eventually leave in favour of a solo career.

Singer Justin Timberlake attends the Kenzo Menswear Spring Summer 2023 show as part of Paris Fashion Week on June 26, 2022 in Paris, France. (Photo by Marc Piasecki/WireImage)

His 2002 debut album, Justified, chiefly earned him two Grammy awards. By 2006, he really caught the world’s attention with FutureSex/LoveSounds. The hot and heavy project remains in rotation to this day, and boasts titles like “Summer Love” and “SexyBack” featuring Timbaland.

Timberlake and the renowned producer have since worked together numerous times over the years. In celebration of the former’s birthday today, we’re throwing it back to 2009 with their highly favoured “Carry Out” collaboration.

Appearing on Timba’s Shock Value II album, the track has since been streamed upwards of 120M times on Spotify alone. The same project also holds popular songs like “If We Ever Meet Again” with Katy Perry and “Morning After Dark” featuring Nelly Furtado.

It was an undeniably exquisite time in music, and absolutely deserves a revisit in celebration of Justin’s life and work.

Stream Timbaland and Timberlake’s “Carry Out” on Spotify or Apple Music below. Afterward, tell us your favourite throwback track from the birthday boy in the comment section.

Quotable Lyrics:

And if there’s room for dessert then I want a piece
Baby, get my order right, no errors
I’ma touch you in all the right areas
I can feed you, you can feed me
Girl, deliver that to me, come see me

Celebrate Aaliyah’s Heavenly 44th Birthday With “Are You That Somebody”

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Each and every August, fans of the late Aaliyah mourn her untimely death, but when her birthday comes around in January, it marks the perfect occasion to celebrate the Princess of R&B’s life. This year, we’re specifically streaming “Are You That Somebody” in her honour.

Released in May of 1998, the song has chiefly gone on to reach critical acclaim and influence artists long after the vocalists’ tragic passing. As The Rolling Stone Album Guide previously put it, Timbaland’s production acts as a springboard for Aaliyah’s voice. R. Kelly’s, on the other hand, was more of a “cradle.”

Singer Aaliyah (1979 – 2001) attends the premiere of ‘Planet of the Apes’ at the Ziegfeld Theatre in New York, 2001. (Photo by Steve Eichner/Getty Images)

As Genius notes, the song was surprisingly first recorded for the Dr. Dolittle soundtrack, and even earned a Grammy nomination. In the past the late 22-year-old was known for singing ballads, but this introduced the world to a new side of Aaliyah.

“Is it my go, is it your go? / Sometimes I’m goody-goody / Right now I’m naughty-naughty,” she flirtatiously sings on the catchy chorus. “Say yes or say no, ’cause I really need somebody / Tell me are you that somebody.”

The accompanying visual sees Aaliyah showing off her keen sense of style and expert dance skills.

In his usual fashion, Timbaland got creative with sampling for “Are You That Somebody.” He used a baby’s coo from Prince’s “Delirious” which remains talked about in music history to this day.

Stream Aaliyah’s “Are You That Somebody” on Spotify or Apple Music. Afterward, find this week’s new music recommendations on our R&B Season playlist here.

RIP.

Quotable Lyrics:

But if I, if I let you know
You can’t tell nobody, I’m talkin’ ’bout nobody
Are you responsible?
Boy, I gotta watch my back, ’cause I’m not just anybody