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Latto Hilariously Stepped In To Help Usher Sing ‘Superstar’ Due To Tech Issues At Birthday Bash ATL 2024

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Uproxx cover star Latto is a proud product of Clayton County, but Atlanta is her true home. Yesterday (June 22), the “Sunday Service” rapper showed off her A-Town pride at 107.9’s Birthday Bash 2024.

Last night, Latto became the first woman to headline the annual event. So, to celebrate the momentous occasion, she was sure to surprise the crowd with half a dozen cameos from past collaborators and fellow musical natives, including Usher.

Unfortunately, as Usher went to perform his fan favorite track “Superstar” he experienced a few technical issues. As the problem were worked through on production’s end, Latto jumped in to hilariously sing the cult classic.

Usher was shocked by Latto’s attempt, put it all on the floor. Later into his set, he delivered a touching speech to praise the strides Latto has made in her career.

“You know, we have this thing that we do in Atlanta, where we just seem to keep making history,” he said. “Tonight, Latto made history, being the first female to [headline] Birthday Bash. [So,] we wanna give her, her flowers, one time.”

In addition to Usher, Latto brought out 21 Savage, Summer Walker, Flo Milli, Mariah The Scientist, Anycia, Roscoe Dash, Princess, and Rasheeda.

But don’t think the historic concert was a big payday for Latto. In a post on Instagram, she revealed spent all the money on her show’s production. “Not making a penny from Birthday Bash,” she wrote. “I invested it all back in the show.”

Latto Makes History As First Female Artist to Headline Hot 107.9’s Birthday Bash

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In a groundbreaking moment for the hip-hop community, Latto is making history. She is the first female rapper to headline Atlanta’s annual Birthday Bash event on June 22. This occasion marks a significant milestone not only for Latto herself but also for female artists in the rap industry. Hot 107.9, the iconic radio station, recently unveiled the lineup for the 2024 edition of Birthday Bash, scheduled to take place inside the illustrious State Farm Arena. Alongside Latto & Friends, the roster boasts an impressive array of hip-hop acts, including Key Glock, Killer Mike, Boosie, and others.

Latto, happy about the announcement, took to Twitter to share her excitement. Moreover, she declared, “1ST FEMALE TO HEADLINE BIRTHDAY BASH!!! @hot1079atl I’m bringing out hellaaaaaaa special guests.” Her enthusiasm highlights the significance of this moment for both herself and the wider hip-hop community. The Clayton County representative heads into June’s Birthday Bash concert on the heels of a string of successes. Her recent single, “Sunday Service,” released in February, made waves, peaking at No. 100 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. This accomplishment serves as a testament to Latto’s rising prominence in the music industry. She’s someone who’s definitely paved her own lane and is continuing to set the tone.

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Moreover, Latto’s track record in 2023 speaks for itself. Furthermore, it speaks volumes about her talent and influence. Her collaboration with Cardi B on “Put It On Da Floor Again” achieved platinum status, while her collaboration with Jungkook on “Seven” debuted at No. 1 on the Hot 100, breaking records and solidifying her position as a force to be reckoned with in the global music scene. Latto’s accolades extend beyond chart success, too! In addition, she claimed the title of Best Female Hip Hop Artist at the 2023 BET Awards, triumphing over a formidable lineup of contenders.

Furthermore, “Seven” received the prestigious Billboard Music Awards trophy for Top Global K-pop Song, further cementing Latto’s status as a trailblazing artist with cross-genre appeal. As Latto prepares to take center stage at Hot 107.9’s Birthday Bash, she paves the way for future generations of female artists, breaking barriers and shattering stereotypes along the way. Her historic headline performance is not only a testament to her talent and tenacity but also a celebration of diversity and inclusivity in the rap industry. With her star on the rise, Latto is poised to leave mark on the world of music for years to come. Are you excited for Birthday Bash this year? Let us know on HNHH!

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Offset Hypes Up Cardi B As She Twerks In The Back Seat Of A Moving Vehicle: Watch

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Former Migos member Offset is usually one to keep the most intimate details of his life out of the public eye. However, one thing he never tires of showing off is his wife’s booty. We’ve seen plenty of Cardi B’s behind on her man’s Instagram Story over the years, but in recent weeks the couple has been wilding out with reckless abandon. This past weekend, the mother of two made an appearance at Hot 107.9 Birthday Bash with Offset in tow, and while they were cruising down the highway she didn’t hesitate to make it clap as he recorded.

Wearing a light blue catsuit and pastel pink wig, Cardi puts her retired stripper skills to use in the viral clip. The rap diva stands up and holds onto the front centre console for balance before twerking and turning up. It remains unclear if the video was captured before or after she appeared during 21 Sav’s set – either way, she certainly had lots of energy and continues to gain more confidence ahead of her upcoming sophomore album.

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As DailyMail reports, Hot 107.9’s event took place in Atlanta, Georgia on Saturday (June 17) evening. During her time performing, Cardi brought out 21’s rumoured girlfriend, Latto, to show out during their recent collab, “Put It On Da Floor Again.” The pair’s work has been on repeat for many since it first arrived, and is already an obvious top contender for the song of the summer.

After supporting his wife’s live show, Sunday (June 18) saw Offset link up with his former collaborator Quavo. The pair joined other friends and family for a celebration on what would’ve been the late Takeoff’s 29th birthday. Fans were happy to see the two remaining Migos talking in a photo, both wearing white t-shirts with a smiling portrait of their fallen friend displayed across the front. See photos and videos from Take’s memorial at the link below, and check back later for more hip-hop/pop culture news updates.

Read More: Quavo & Offset Link Up At Takeoff’s Posthumous Birthday Celebration

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21 Savage Surprises Fans In Atlanta With J. Cole Appearance

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Yesterday, 21 Savage headlined Hot 107.9’s Birthday Bash event in Atlanta, where he surprised fans with a special guest. He brought out J. Cole, who performed a 5-minute-long set of hits, including his collab with Lil Durk, “All My Life.” The crowd at the State Farm Arena went wild for the appearance.

The duo led with their 2018 I Am > I Was collab, “A Lot.” “Atlanta, make some muthaf*ckin’ noise for J. Cole,” 21 Savage told the audience when they’d completed the song. “Hold on, don’t go nowhere. I need you to do a couple more for me, bro.” J. Cole then performed “All My Life,” followed by his 2014 hit, “No Role Modelz.” The event, dubbed a “Salute to 50 Years of Hip Hop,” also featured sets from GloRilla, NLE Choppa, and more.

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Earlier this week, Lil Durk revealed that it took him and J. Cole years to settle on their “All My Life” collab. “He went super cr*zy,” he told Nadeska. Durk expanded, “And it’s so cr*zy because we’d been talking for, like, two years. He’d always be like, ‘Send me a record.’ And I’m like, ‘I gotta find the right record.’ Man, I’m glad it wasn’t three years. In my eyes, he a legend so if you have a chance to do a song with a legend, you either send them something just to send it, just to say you got one, or you gon’ make it stick. But that’s why I never just sent him a record. ‘Cause I’m like, ‘I want something that’s gon’ stick.’ Yeah, as soon as I did the record, he’s the first person that popped into my head. I’m like, ‘I got it.’ Yeah, that’s why I believe in timing. Timing is everything.”

Durk previously praised J. Cole’s verse on the hit, saying he “had to listen to it like four times.” “You know I ain’t super big on lyricist-type rappers,” he told RapCaviar in May, “With Cole, [he] was one of the ones, like him and Jay, you gotta play them 50 times to catch what they’re saying. Like, if you listen to Lil Wayne right now, and you heard some s**t ten years ago that you just catch onto today. But he definitely gave me one of them verses and I appreciate it. ‘Cause he ain’t even have to, for real. He could’ve gave us anything.”

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