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GloRilla Releases “Xmas Time” Featuring Kehlani

December 13, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Today, GRAMMY-nominated recording artist GloRilla (CMG/Interscope Records) gets in the holiday spirits by releasing “Xmas Time” with Kehlani. Directed by Maxx and Madison, the live performance collaboration is festive, as Kehlani delivers a warm message of togetherness on the hook. At the same time, Big Glo’s playful quips and grateful attitude bring the joyous track together while performing under a blanket of snow.

“Happy Holidays to you and all your relations / and happy holidays to all our folks who couldn’t make it / I went to the North Pole to cop these bracelets / I got ice for ages, may your Christmas be amazing,” raps Glo. The warmth melts midtrack when a booming beat switch takes over the record, allowing Glo to flaunt her grizzled flow. “Certified trick, I get it from my dad,” she exclaims, again proving why her versatility is second to none.

Billboard crowned Big Glo this month as the Hottest Female Rapper of 2024. That win arrives shortly after she also was named AP’s Breakthrough Artist of 2024. Glo’s ascension into superstardom includes GLORIOUS debuting at No. 5 on the Billboard 200 and securing the highest debut week for a female rapper, numerous Hot 100 wins, including “Yeah Glo!,” “TGIF” and “Wanna Be” featuring Megan Thee Stallion and “WHATCHU KNO ABOUT ME” featuring Sexyy Redd. Glo also landed two Grammy nominations for her double platinum single “Yeah Glo!” in the Best Rap Song and Best Rap Performance categories, solidifying her stellar run this year. Most recently, she also earned the second Billboard Hot 100 top 10 song of her career as a feature on Tyler, The Creator’s “Sticky.”

GLORIOUS remains the talk of many year-end conversations for best albums, including mentions for Rolling Stone, NPR, Billboard, Rap-Up, UPROXX, and more. “TGIF” landed on best singles lists for Vulture, Time, Pitchfork, New York Times, and Rolling Stone, while “Yeah Glo!” “Wanna Be (Remix),” and WHATCHU KNO ABOUT ME also made the New York Times Best Songs List. TIME also named “TGIF” the number one song of 2024. Glo covered Rolling Stone’s Musician on Musician cover with Busta Rhymes. She also popped out as a surprise guest for TDE’s Christmas Concert & Toy Drive.

After releasing two seminal projects this year, including Ehhthang Ehhthang and her debut album GLORIOUS, Glo has more than proven that she’s a surefire rap superstar who can release hit records at a prolific clip.

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GloRilla Puts A Memphis Spin On Holiday Music With Kehlani-Assisted “Xmas Time”

December 13, 2024 by newhiphopnews

GloRilla has received a lot of gifts in the form of nominations, awards, and plaques in 2024. She sort of acknowledges that fact on her new song, “Xmas Time.” “And I might’ve had a Christmas that I ain’t get a thing that was on my wish list / I celebrated still because I knew that I was gifted / (Put that on the gang) / I’m just one of God’s children.” This is the Memphis MC’s first crack at making a holiday-themed track and it’s got an interesting twist in its second half. Kehlani, a first-time collaborator, is also on here, and provides a sweet and thoughtful chorus.

It’s part of the reason why part two is so off the wall. With frequent producers like Ace Charisma and Yo Gotti on here, it definitely raised some questions as to where this song might go. Well, it turns out that it becomes a Memphis trap Christmas banger. Bells and piano keys accent the dirty bass and kick drums synonymous with the city’s hip-hop roots as Big Glo gets a little more PG-13 compared to its PG first half. While it’s a bit of a mish-mosh of tones and sounds, it’s got some great messages and personal touches that give it that Christmas spirit. You can check out “Xmas Time” with the live performance video link below.

“Xmas Time” – GloRilla & Kehlani

Quotable Lyrics:

Maybe it’s all I need
Moments like this with my family (Family)
Nothing compares to how it feels, Christmas time
I remember those days when the nights got cold
Leaning on each other made our hearts grow more
Nothing compares to the love at Christmas time (On gang)

[Via]

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GloRilla And Kehlani Spread Their Turnt-Up Holiday Cheer On The Festive Song ‘Xmas Time’

December 13, 2024 by newhiphopnews

All year GloRilla has gifted fans to undeniable club bangers. While her debut studio album (Glorious) still keeps supporters in a chokehold, the “I Luv Her” rapper cooked up something special for the holidays.

Today (December 13), GloRilla put her Christmas spirit spirit on full display with the festive track “Xmas Time.” To complete the holiday cheer mission, GloRilla recruited Kehlani to hold down the song’s melody.

“Maybe it’s all I need / Moments like this with my family / Nothing compares to how it feels, Christmas time / I remember those days when the nights got cold / Leaning on each other made our hearts grow more / Nothing compares to the love at Christmas time,” sings Kehlani.

GloRilla used her verses to reflex on her holiday seasons before fame and fortune, rapping: “And I might’ve had a Christmas that I ain’t get a thing that was on my wish list / I celebrated still because I knew that I was gifted / I’m just one of God’s children / So I be givin’ every chance I get / I’m in the spirit, I remember when it wasn’t that / My eyes were teary, but we still made good of what we had / That’s perseverance / I’m so blessed for having my mom and dad, they birthed a baddie.”

With the year coming to a close, GloRilla sure has a lot to be thankful for.

Watch the “Xmas Time” video above.

Kehlani Speaks Out Amid Heated Custody Battle with Javaughn Young-White

November 15, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Recording artist Kehlani has found herself in the midst of a highly publicized custody dispute with her ex-partner, guitarist Javaughn Young-White. The battle, which has spanned several months, has become increasingly contentious, with allegations and accusations surfacing on both sides.

Three months ago, Kehlani was granted temporary sole custody of her five-year-old daughter and obtained a restraining order against Young-White, citing allegations of abuse. Court documents reveal that Kehlani accused Young-White of creating an unsafe environment for their child and exhibiting volatile behavior. In one incident, she alleged that he became enraged and smashed through her locked bedroom doors. Young-White, for his part, has denied the allegations, claiming that Kehlani is the abusive one and that he severed contact with her due to her behavior.

Allegations Spark Public Scrutiny

The dispute took a dramatic turn this week when private text messages between Kehlani and Young-White were leaked online. Among the most controversial revelations was a message in which Kehlani recounted a tarot reader’s claim that her daughter had been her “wife” in a past life. While Kehlani insists the exchange was meant to be lighthearted and not taken seriously, critics online labeled the remark “inappropriate,” fueling public speculation and scrutiny.

Kehlani responded on Wednesday (Nov. 13) in a statement addressing the backlash. She vehemently denied any wrongdoing and accused Young-White of manipulating the texts to tarnish her reputation.

“To have those screenshots then doctored, the rest of messages left out, to make me seem like I consider myself to be in an inappropriate relationship with my DAUGHTER… is the most heartbreaking thing I’ve ever f**king heard,” she wrote on social media.

She added that the allegations crossed a line, emphasizing her deep love and respect for her child. “THIS is where I absolutely draw the line… I do NOT, and have NEVER, considered myself in any sort of inappropriate relationship with my child.”

A Longstanding Battle

This week’s developments are just the latest in a months-long feud. In court filings from earlier this year, Kehlani claimed Young-White called her derogatory names and accused her of “trapping him.” Additionally, she alleged that he was preventing their daughter from attending kindergarten and spreading claims that she is part of a cult.

The ongoing legal battle has been emotionally taxing for both parties, with Kehlani describing the situation as “heartbreaking.” As tensions continue to escalate, she has stated that she plans to address the allegations through the courts, rather than through public discourse.

What are your thoughts?

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Kehlani Clarifies Remarks About Her Child Being “Her Wife” In A Past Life

November 13, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Kehlani came under fire, and understandably so, on November 13. The singer was accused of making discomforting comments about her daughter in court documents filed by her ex. She allegedly stated that her daughter was actually her “wife” in a past life, which led to widespread concern over whether Kehlani was engaged in an inappropriate relationship with her daughter. The singer decided to take to Instagram Wednesday evening to set the record straight.

Kehlani posted a lengthy, multi-part message on Instagram. She acknowledged the rumors that have been swirling about her role as a parent. She made it very clear that she not take the comment about her daughter previously being “her wife” seriously. The singer explained that the concept came from a past life reading she had done, and found the comment regarding her daughter to be humorous. “I shared what I considered to be a lighthearted recap with my child’s father,” she asserted. “Laughing at it and considering it something light and not to be taken serious.”

Kehlani Is “Heartbroken” By Her Ex’s Allegation

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Kehlani then accused her ex of taking their conversation out of context and framing it the worst light possible. She stated unequivocally that she has never been inappropriate with her daughter, who is five. “To make me seem like I consider myself to be in an inappropriate relationship with my daughter,” she singer wrote. “Is the most heartbreaking thing I’ve ever f*cking heard.” The singer broadened the scope of her frustrations, and noted that she has been hit with numerous accusations in court over the last few months. The implication that she has been an abusive mother, however, proved to be a step too far.

“This is where I absolutely draw the line,” Kehlani announced. “The rest of these absolutely monstrous allegations are being addressed in court. The singer also included screenshots of the text conversation from which the allegations originated. To Kehlani’s point, the conversation between her and her ex does have a tone that is more playful than troubling. “She was my wife once lol,” the singer wrote. “All these people prolly be lying lmao.” The custody battle between Kehlani and her ex are ongoing.

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Here Is Kehlani’s ‘Crash World Tour’ Setlist For 2024

September 6, 2024 by newhiphopnews

A bit over a month ago, Kehlani announced the Crash World Tour alongside FLO and Anycia. The run of shows just kicked off in Minneapolis a couple days ago on September 4, and there are plenty of concerts to come between now and November. If you’re planning on attending any of those, the Minneapolis setlist (via setlist.fm) should offer a glimpse at what the shows will look like.

Kehlani is putting on quite the show, as they played 31 songs in Minneapolis. Naturally, the most-represented album on the setlist is Crash.

Check out the setlist below, along with Kehlani’s upcoming tour dates.

Kehlani’s Crash World Tour Setlist

1. “Next 2 U”
2. “GrooveTheory”
3. “What I Want”
4. “Distraction”
5. “Gangsta”
6. “Tears”
7. “You Should Be Here”
8. “The Way”
9. “Nunya”
10. “Get Away”
11. “1st Position”
12. “Change Your Life”
13. “Toxic”
14. “Sucia”
15. “8”
16. “Can I”
17. “Water”
18. “When He’s Not There”
19. “Clothes Off”
20. “Hate the Club”
21. “Vegas”
22. “everything”
23. “Honey”
24. “Border”
25. “Crash”
26. “Chapel”
27. “Lose My Wife”
28. “Deep”
29. “Kehlani” (Jordan Adetunji cover)
30. “Nights Like This”
31. “After Hours”

Kehlani’s 2024 Tour Dates: Crash World Tour

09/06 — Chicago, IL @ Byline Bank Aragon Ballroom
09/10 — Detroit, MI @ Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre
09/11 — Toronto, ON @ Scotiabank Arena
09/13 — Bridgeport, CT @ Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater
09/14 — Camden, NJ @ Freedom Mortgage Pavillion
09/17 — Boston, MA @ MGM Music Hall at Fenway
09/18 — Fairfax, VA @ EagleBank Arena
09/20 — Brooklyn, NY @ Barclays Center
09/21 — Portsmouth, VA @ Atlantic Union Bank Pavilion
09/23 — Louisville, KY @ The Louisville Palace Theatre
09/24 — Atlanta, GA @ Lakewood Amphitheatre
09/25 — New Orleans, LA @ The Fillmore New Orleans
09/27 — Miami, FL @ FPL Solar Amphitheater at Bayfront Park
09/28 — Tampa, FL @ Yuengling Center
10/01 — Raleigh, NC @ Red Hat Amphitheater
10/02 — Charlotte, NC @ Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre
10/08 — Houston, TX @ 713 Music Hall
10/11 — Dallas, TX @ The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory
10/12 — Rogers, AR @ Walmart AMP
10/15 — Denver, CO @ Fillmore Auditorium
10/16 — Salt Lake City, UT @ Rockwell at The Complex
10/18 — Seattle, WA @ Climate Pledge Arena
10/19 — Portland, OR @ Theater of the Clouds
10/21 — Vancouver, BC @ Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre
10/23 — Wheatland, CA @ Hard Rock Live
10/25 — San Diego, CA @ Viejas Arena
10/26 — Las Vegas, NV @ Michelob ULTRA Arena
10/29 — Phoenix, AZ @ Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre
10/30 — Los Angeles, CA @ Kia Forum
11/02 — San Francisco, CA @ Chase Center

Kehlani Kicks Off ‘Crash World Tour’ in Minneapolis with Electrifying Performance

September 6, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Grammy-nominated R&B sensation Kehlani launched her highly anticipated Crash World Tour in Minneapolis, MN, at The Armory, delivering a dynamic and energetic opening night. Featuring special guests FLO and Anycia, the show set the tone for an unforgettable evening filled with music and energy.

Kehlani captivated the audience with performances of her classic hits like “Nights Like This” and “The Way,” alongside songs from her recent albums, “While We Wait 2” and “Crash.” The night culminated in an electrifying finale with “After Hours,” leaving fans in awe of her powerful stage presence and vocal prowess.

Produced by Live Nation, the 36-city tour continues on September 6 in Chicago at the Byline Bank Aragon Ballroom, with stops in Brooklyn, Atlanta, Las Vegas, and more, before wrapping up in San Francisco at Chase Center on November 2. Kehlani’s tour promises to be an unforgettable experience for R&B fans across the U.S.

UPCOMING CRASH 2024 NORTH AMERICA TOUR DATES:

Fri Sep 06 – Chicago, IL – Byline Bank Aragon Ballroom

Tue Sep 10 – Detroit, MI – Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre

Wed Sep 11 – Toronto, ON – Scotiabank Arena

Fri Sep 13 – Bridgeport, CT – Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater

Sat Sep 14 – Camden, NJ – Freedom Mortgage Pavillion

Tue Sep 17 – Boston, MA – MGM Music Hall at Fenway

Wed Sep 18 – Fairfax, VA – EagleBank Arena

Fri Sep 20 – Brooklyn, NY – Barclays Center

Sat Sep 21 – Portsmouth, VA – Atlantic Union Bank Pavilion

Mon Sep 23 – Louisville, KY – The Louisville Palace Theatre

Tue Sep 24 – Atlanta, GA – Lakewood Amphitheatre

Wed Sep 25 – New Orleans, LA – The Fillmore New Orleans

Fri Sep 27 – Miami, FL – FPL Solar Amphitheater at Bayfront Park

Sat Sep 28 – Tampa, FL – Yuengling Center

Tue Oct 01 – Raleigh, NC – Red Hat Amphitheater

Wed Oct 02 – Charlotte, NC – Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre

Tue Oct 08 – Houston, TX – 713 Music Hall

Fri Oct 11 – Dallas, TX – The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory

Sat Oct 12 – Rogers, AR – Walmart AMP

Tue Oct 15 – Denver, CO – Fillmore Auditorium

Wed Oct 16 – Salt Lake City, UT – Rockwell at The Complex

Fri Oct 18 – Seattle, WA – Climate Pledge Arena

Sat Oct 19 – Portland, OR – Theater of the Clouds

Mon Oct 21 – Vancouver, BC – Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre

Wed Oct 23 – Wheatland, CA – Hard Rock Live

Fri Oct 25 – San Diego, CA – Viejas Arena

Sat Oct 26 – Las Vegas, NV – Michelob ULTRA Arena

Tue Oct 29 – Phoenix, AZ – Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre

Wed Oct 30 – Los Angeles, CA – Kia Forum

Sat Nov 02 – San Francisco, CA – Chase Center

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Kehlani Delivers Breezy & Summery R&B Vibes For “While We Wait 2”

August 28, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Kehlani has their die-hard fans jumping for joy this week because they now have While We Wait 2. If this title looks familiar to those not totally in the know, it’s because they have While We Wait in their discography. That was their third mixtape, and it hit DSPs back in 2019. Kehlani didn’t have a major rollout for this second project of 2024, as they hinted at it on their Instagram just about a week ago. There are actually a couple of reasons as to why this wasn’t being teased that long.

For starters, Kehlani delivered their fourth album CRASH back in late June. Secondly, the alternative R&B veteran announced the North American leg of their CRASH World Tour about five weeks prior to WWW2. It’s also worth mentioning they will be hitting the road on September 4. Finally, Kehlani said themselves that this project was completed in a blistering time frame. In a recent Instagram post they wrote, “We made this tape in my back house in two weeks with all people I really dearly love… It was a breezy process and nobody thought hard. Just some feelings in 90 degree weather.” You can definitely hear that in the performances and instrumentals in a good way. Kehlani sounds carefree and chill on this mixtape, making this just as blissful for the listener.

While We Wait 2 – Kehlani

While We Wait 2 Tracklist:

Love Like
When He’s Not There (feat. Lucky Daye)
Clothes Off (feat. kwn)
S.I.N.G.L.E.
Know Better (feat. Lil’ Mo & Vince Staples)
Border
Form of You (feat. DESTIN CONRAD & Childofnines)
Let Me Down (San Diego Interlude)
Around
Ballin’
First Life
Slow Dance (feat. DIXSON)
8 (feat. FLO) – Remix
After Hours (feat. LUDMILLA) – Remix

[Via] [Via] [Via]

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Kehlani & Lucky Daye Team Up For Sleazy Ballad “When He’s Not There”

August 26, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Kehlani and Lucky Daye are looking to weasel their way into some relationships hanging in the balance on “When He’s Not There”. This a brand-new single from the Oakland, California R&B/pop act and it’s here in rapid succession. It’s following up on their fourth studio album CRASH, perhaps the artist’s most ambitious and diverse tracklist to date. The project had soundscapes from the likes of R&B, pop, alternative, country, Afropop, and more. However, it seems that Kehlani is not done dropping albums, because “When He’s Not There” is kicking off roll out number two.

It’s leading the way for a sequel to her 2019, nine-song mixtape, While We Wait. If you need help remembering, it features the hit song with Ty Dolla $ign, “Nights Like This”. While We Wait 2 was essentially announced today and we already have a lot of details on it. It will feature a beefier set of songs with 14 and it will be out on Wednesday, August 28. Mid-week releases aren’t very common, but we can make an excuse for Kehlani. As we mentioned at the top, “When He’s Not There” is a pretty sly track, as both powerful singers try to play homewrecker when they can. This is now the second time them and Lucky Daye have collaborated.

“When He’s Not There” – Kehlani & Lucky Daye

Quotable Lyrics:

Does he sleep on your side of the bed while our memories play in your head?
Have you changed my name in your text? Not yet, no
Girl, we still hidin’ in LA here and it’s feelin’ like hide and seek (Yeah)
Know you’re missin’ your favorite seat (Your favorite seat, yeah, you so close to me)
Turn off the lights keep one and leave your backdoor open
I’m dive in half purgin’ when I’m ridin’ into your ocean

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Kehlani Just Surprise-Announced ‘While We Wait 2’ And The Project Will Arrive In A Matter Of Days

August 21, 2024 by newhiphopnews

It’s Kehlani time, as the artist just released their latest album, Crash, back in June. In case that project was somehow starting to feel a little stale already, though, Kehlani has your back: They just announced While We Wait 2, a new project that’s apparently a sequel to the 2019 mixtape While We Wait.

Kehlani shared the cover art on Instagram today (here), along with the quickly approaching release date: August 28.

As fans know, the original While We Wait mixtape is a highlight of Kehlani’s discography. It was their second project to hit the top 10 of the Billboard 200 chart, and it spawned the Ty Dolla sign collaboration “Nights Like This,” which is currently Kehlani’s most-streamed song on Spotify with a hair under 600 million plays as of this post.

Meanwhile, last month, Kehlani announced the Crash World Tour, which kicks off in September, days after the release of While We Wait 2, and it will feature support from FLO and Anycia.

As for what else Kehlani has been up to in recent days, they just performed a terrific Tiny Desk Concert a few weeks ago. They also spoke up about their sexuality, saying, “I don’t know why there’s this inability to fathom that I’m a raging lesbian.”