50 Cent’s iconic “Candy Shop” video, featuring R&B artist Olivia, has officially reached 1 billion views on YouTube, marking his second entry into the Billion Views Club. The 2005 hit follows his earlier milestone with “In Da Club.” Known for its sleek visuals and catchy hook, “Candy Shop” solidified 50 Cent’s status in hip-hop history. Currently ranked #73 among top U.S. artists, 50 continues to celebrate his enduring influence in music.
Major Lazer has shared “Where’s The Daddy?” featuring M.I.A., one of several previously unreleased tracks set to appear on Guns Don’t Kill People…Lazers Do(15th Anniversary Edition), an expanded reissue of the group’s seminal 2009 debut album coming Nov. 15 on Mad Decent.
An unexpected new video, also out today, reunites Major Lazer founders Diplo and Switch with M.I.A. for the first time in over ten years, bringing the circa-2009 track into the present with a playful Cybertruck joyride through Malibu. The “Where’s The Daddy?” video, directed by Renèe George, also marks Switch’s first official appearance with Major Lazer since formally departing the group in 2011.
Diplo and Switch have been essential contributors to M.I.A.’s sound—as both individual producers and frequent collaborators—since the start of her career, with the pair uniting to produce her signature single, 2007’s “Paper Planes.” Diplo and Switch also credit M.I.A. for helping to birth Major Lazer, as the project grew out of a surplus of beats the producers concocted for her in the late 2000s.
“M.I.A. was always the catalyst for our side project…we made too many beats for her,” Diplo explains. “We decided to go record them in Jamaica because the artists were extremely talented, the productions at the time were cutting edge, and it was cheap. We made this Major Lazer album down there…and started a little movement that ended up having a few billion streams. It’s cool to put out ‘Where’s The Daddy?’ now because M.I.A. was the third daddy of Major Lazer.”
St. Louis artist Blakeiana has released her latest single and music video, B.B.F., now available across platforms. Known for her dynamic style and energetic performances, Blakeiana delivers powerful verses and captivating visuals in her new release, setting the stage for her upcoming mixtape Back in the Field, expected soon. Fans can watch the video on major streaming sites and stay tuned for more from one of St. Louis’ rising hip-hop talents.
Today, charismatic multi-platinum rapper Kodak Black drops his brand new mixtape Dieuson Octave via Vulture Love / Capitol Records. Fans got a taste of the stacked new set on Halloween day with the release of reflective lead track “Catch Fire”
Kodak’s latest project is named after the Pompano Beach, Florida, artist himself — Dieuson Octave is his birth name, and “Catch Fire” in particular feels personal. Over a slightly somber L Beats production, Kodak sets the scene: “I made a lot of money, spent most of it making a bail / Doing whatever I feel and getting away like a pit bull tryna chase his tail.” His voice is warm as he considers his grandmother, his newborn son, and what his lifestyle means to those around him.
The “Catch Fire” cover art features a surreal photo of Kodak’s actual car in flames after the gas line started leaking on the highway — an incident that took place while the rap star was filming his first Kick livestream.
Chief Keef kicked off his highly anticipated “A Lil Tour” last night at The Midway in San Francisco, thrilling fans with live renditions from Almighty So 2 and classic hits. The 29-year-old rap star, known for drawing massive crowds, was joined by 43B signee Lil Gnar and The Glo Boyz, making for an unforgettable opening night.
Produced by Live Nation, the 14-city tour marks Chief Keef’s return to nationwide touring. Upcoming stops include Los Angeles on November 2 at the Hollywood Palladium, Atlanta on November 13 at Coca-Cola Roxy, Philadelphia on November 19 at The Fillmore, and Brooklyn on November 23 at the Brooklyn Paramount.
Tickets are still available for select dates at ChiefKeef.com, with previously purchased tickets valid for rescheduled stops. Fans can expect more unforgettable nights as Chief Keef brings his iconic sound across the U.S.
Drake is back with a new music video. The Boy dons all OVO clothing and is surrounded by his Woes in the vide for “No Face.” You can see the whole unit at a mall, riding through the space in Escalades, and with the OVO flags in tow. You can see the whole video.
Multiplatinum-selling recording artist Cory Gunz is back with another banger, releasing his highly anticipated music video for “Get Shit Started” featuring frequent collaborators Whispers and Black Saun.
On “Get Shit Started,” Gunz showcases unparalleled lyrical prowess and an infectious energy. Known for his razor-sharp lyrics and electrifying flow, Gunz delivers a bold anthem. The video, directed by W.H.Y. N.O.T Productions, shows Cory exuding an unmatched energy alongside Militia members Whispers and Dashii as they wear masks from fans’ favorite scary movies in the spirit of Halloween.
The release of “Get Shit Started,” comes off the heels of Cory’s previously released visuals for “Band 4 Band (Freestyle)”featuring RMK and “Ain’t Wit That,” featuring RMK and Pax 3. Over the summer, the Bronx native unveiled his latest project, The Militia mixtapewhere Cory teams up with fellow Militia members Black Saun, Qui3t, Whispers, RMK, Mulaarie and Pax3 on nine new tracks. The Militia members rap over Jersey club beats and gritty beats such as “Bout Mine” featuring Ms. Hustle and “Club & Go.” The tapealso pays homage to veteran rapper-turned-podcaster N.O.R.E.’s self-titled, debut album with the song “Head Tonight.”
The Weeknd has just released the much-anticipated track and music video for “São Paulo,” featuring Brazilian superstar Anitta. Directed by visionary FREEKA, the video unfolds in dark, surreal scenes, with a storyline that sees Anitta pregnant, her stomach revealing an eerie face within. This chilling imagery adds a new, intense visual layer to The Weeknd’s evolving artistic journey. Alongside the video premiere, fans worldwide can now stream “São Paulo” on all platforms.
The track’s release comes amid a string of achievements for The Weeknd, who recently broke his own record as the artist with the most monthly listeners on Spotify, topping 120 million. This follows chart-toppers like “Timeless” with Playboi Carti, produced by Pharrell Williams, and “Dancing in the Flames,” both of which will feature on his upcoming album, Hurry Up Tomorrow.
Just last month, The Weeknd’s sold-out concert in São Paulo, streamed to millions globally, brought the artist’s electrifying energy to the world, trending in 24 countries. The concert included surprise appearances from Anitta and Playboi Carti, with proceeds from merchandise going to BrazilFoundation’s Brazilian Soul Fund, aiding local communities in need.
Tyler, The Creator celebrates the release of his latest single, “Noid,” from the newly dropped CHROMAKOPIA album, landing at #10 on US Top Songs. His album also boasts “ST. CHROMA” at #14, while his 2017 hit “See You Again” featuring Kali Uchis resurges at #73, spurred by a viral dance trend that has placed it at #4 on US Top Songs on Shorts. Tyler currently ranks #23 among US Top Artists, further solidifying his chart presence.
“Noid” is the first official single from the album. It brings the harsh realities of fame and celebrity to both the single and video, where passersby continue to infiltrate Tyler’s creative space. Joining Tyler, the Creator, in the video is The Bear star Ayo Edebiri, who presents a transitioning iPhone to a gun. Additionally, Frank Ocean can be heard in the single’s opening.
Tyler, the Creator, is ready to fully immerse fans into the Chromakopia experience. With a new single out and the album on the way, Tyler has announced the Chromakopia World Tour. The tour will begin on Feb. 4, 2025, and will be supported by Lil Yachty and Paris, Texas.
2/04 – St. Paul, MN @ Xcel Energy Center *^ 2/06 – Milwaukee, WI @ Fiserv Forum *^ 2/08 – Kansas City, MO @ T-Mobile Center *^ 2/11 – Denver, CO @ Ball Arena *^ 2/14 – Los Angeles, CA @ Crypto.com Arena *^ 2/17 – Los Angeles, CA @ Crypto.com Arena *^ 2/20 – Los Angeles, CA @ Crypto.com Arena *^ 2/23 – Sacramento, CA @ Golden 1 Center *^ 2/24 – Oakland, CA @ Oakland Arena *^ 2/26 – Portland, OR @ Moda Center *^ 2/28 – Vancouver, BC @ Rogers Arena *^ 3/02 – Seattle, WA @ Climate Pledge Arena *^ 3/05 – San Francisco, CA @ Chase Center *^ 3/07 – Las Vegas, NV @ MGM Grand Garden Arena *^ 3/09 – San Diego, CA @ Pechanga Arena San Diego *^ 3/12 – Phoenix, AZ @ Footprint Center *^ 3/15 – Austin, TX @ Moody Center *^ 3/17 – Dallas, TX @ American Airlines Center *^ 3/19 – Houston, TX @ Toyota Center *^ 3/21 – Atlanta, GA @ State Farm Arena *^ 3/22 – Orlando, FL @ Kia Center ^ 3/24 – Miami, FL @ Kaseya Center ^ 3/26 – Charlotte, NC @ Spectrum Center *^ 3/28 – Pittsburgh, PA @ PPG Paints Arena *^ 3/29 – Columbus, OH @ Schottenstein Center *^ 4/01 – Washington, DC @ Capital One Arena *^ 4/25 – Antwerp, BE @ Sportpaleis *^ 4/27 – Paris, France @ Accor Arena *^ 4/30 – Milan, Italy @ Unipol Forum *^ 5/01 – Zurich, Switzerland @ Hallenstadion *^ 5/02 – Frankfurt, Germany @ Festhalle *^ 5/04 – Cologne, Germany @ LANXESS Arena *^ 5/06 – Oslo, Norway @ Oslo Spektrum *^ 5/07 – Copenhagen, Denmark @ Royal Arena *^ 5/09 – Prague, Czech Republic @ O2 arena *^ 5/10 – Krakow, Poldand @ TAURON Arena Krakow *^ 5/12 – Berlin, Germany @ Uber Arena *^ 5/14 – Amsterdam, Netherlands @ Ziggo Dome *^ 5/17 – Birmingham, UK @ Utilita Arena Birmingham *^ 5/19 – London, UK @ The O2 *^ 5/21 – London, UK @ The O2 *^ 5/24 – Dublin, Ireland @ 3Arena *^ 5/27 – Manchester, UK @ Co-op Live *^ 5/30 – Glasgow, UK @ OVO Hydro *^ 6/27 – Cincinnati, OH @ Heritage Bank Center *^ 6/28 – Cleveland, OH @ Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse *^ 6/30 – Chicago, IL @ United Center *^ 7/03 – Detroit, MI @ Little Caesars Arena *^ 7/05 – Philadelphia, PA @ Wells Fargo Center *^ 7/08 – Boston, MA @ TD Garden *^ 7/11 – Baltimore, MD @ CFG Bank Arena *^ 7/12 – Raleigh, NC @ Lenovo Center *^ 7/14 – New York, NY @ Madison Square Garden *^ 7/17 – Brooklyn, NY @ Barclays Center *^ 7/22 – Montreal, QC @ Bell Centre *^ 7/24 – Toronto, ON @ Scotiabank Arena *^ 7/27 – Newark, NJ @ Prudential Center *^ 8/18 – Auckland, New Zealand @ Spark Arena *^ 8/22-23 – Melbourne, Australia @ Rod Laver Arena *^ 8/26-27 – Sydney, Australia @ Qudos Bank Arena *^ 8/30 – Brisbane, Australia @ Brisbane Entertainment Centre *^ 9/04 – Perth, Australia @ RAC Arena *^
Michael Jackson’s iconic 1988 “Smooth Criminal” video has joined the Billion Views Club on YouTube, celebrated for its legendary “anti-gravity lean” and 1930s gangster theme.
This milestone marks Jackson’s fifth video to reach 1 billion views, alongside “Beat It,” “Billie Jean,” “They Don’t Care About Us,” and “Thriller.” With Halloween approaching, “Thriller” surges to #46 on the US Top Songs chart, boosting Jackson to #46 on the US Top Artists chart.
