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Kali Uchis & Don Toliver Share New Picture With Their Newborn Baby Boy

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Kali Uchis recently gave birth to her first child, a son with Don Toliver, and fans couldn’t be happier for them. Moreover, a lot of folks have been anticipating this birth ever since the couple announced her pregnancy, adding onto the already present love that folks had for them on social media. The shipped duo has supported each other through a lot, and they’ve both seen their careers grow and astonish. Now, they have a new path forward as parents, and they recently shared a picture of them gazing down on their little bundle of joy with calm and content happiness.

Furthermore, this is the biggest cause for celebration in a lineup of many reasons as to why Kali Uchis and Don Toliver are living it up right now. For one, they’ve both been incredibly successful and acclaimed when it comes to their career moves and releases this year. The Colombian-Virginian artist released her fourth album ORQUÍDEAS earlier this year, her second as a primarily Spanish-language effort. It was one of the first big drops of 2024, and one of the most soothing and gorgeous records of the year so far.

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Don Toliver & Kali Uchis Share New Snap With Their Newborn Son

What’s more is that Kali Uchis’ partner Don Toliver is by no means slowing down this year following 2023’s Love Sick. The Cactus Jack crooner’s dropped two singles so far this year: “Bandit” and “Deep in the Water,” which will probably appear on a forthcoming LP. The former is a bit more energetic and rap-centric compared to some of his most popular R&B-adjacent material, although we know that he’s very capable of excelling in both worlds. We can only imagine what else this couple has in store for the year… but we hope they get a chance to breathe, too.

Meanwhile, if you’re curious about how the “Fantasy” duo got together in the first place, take a look at their relationship timeline. We congratulate them on parenthood and wish them only the best and brightest future ahead for their family. Do you need more new music from them soon or will you be happy with some wholesome life updates on social media? Let us know in the comments and, as always, stay posted on HNHH for the latest news and updates on Kali Uchis and Don Toliver.

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Wizkid Rants About Not Being An Afrobeats Artist While Updating On Next Album

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Wizkid just finished his next album, as he let fans know on Friday (March 15) via the Instagram social media platform. But apparently, before this new phase of his career begins, he wants to set the record straight on some important matters concerning his artistry and his image. “Album done! [eagle emoji] See you soon b***hes!” the “Loju” singer began. “And pls Abeg if u like Pakurumo wizkid don’t download this new album… in fact delete me from ur playlist and your life! [heart emoji] [eagle emoji] And if u like afrobeats pls don’t download my album! I am not a f***ing afrobeats artiste! Don’t call me that h*e! I am not Afro anything b***h!”

Overall, there were a lot of divided reactions to this rant online, with some criticizing his assessment and others defending his perspective. On one hand, the Nigerian superstar shouldn’t be boxed into a single genre or style, and not all of the music he makes necessarily falls under the umbrella of Afrobeats. On the other, Wizkid is definitely one of the biggest names associated (however lightly) with the genre. After all, he became the first African artist to get three platinum songs, and folks will immediately tie his success into that of the larger genre, even if simply calling him an Afrobeats artist might not accurately convey the full picture of his artistry right now.

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Wizkid Takes To Instagram To Renounce “Afrobeats Artist” Title

 
 
 
 
 
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Whether or not you agree with this rant, it’s hard to deny all the work the 33-year-old has put in to expand his artistry beyond what the market pushed onto him. In fact, plenty of business executives, industry workers, and fellow artists have tried to take credit for the growing popularity of African artists worldwide. But none of that matters without the artists themselves. As such, Wizkid is free to make whatever kind of music he wants and define how he wants the music world to perceive and celebrate him.

Meanwhile, what do you think about these comments and assessments, especially with the debate around them in mind? Is the More Love, Less Ego unquestionably an “Afrobeats” artist? However you may feel, let us know in the comments section down below. Also, stay logged into HNHH for the latest news and more updates on Wizkid.

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Jennifer Lopez Cancels Several Tour Dates, Reports Indicate Low Ticket Sales

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Jennifer Lopez hit a speed bump on her upcoming North American tour, her first in five years, in support of her new album This Is Me… Now. Moreover, she and her team canceled seven shows from August 20 to 31 in Cleveland (August 20), Nashville (22), Raleigh (24), Atlanta (25), Tampa (27), New Orleans (30), and Houston (31). Ticketmaster indicated these changes, and seating charts for these shows are apparently still available at press time. As such, reports from other outlets name low ticket sales as the reason for this change, but that is impossible to confirm without a statement from the singer or her team.

For those unaware, Jennifer Lopez’s new album was part of a larger multi-media rollout, which she reportedly funded entirely by herself. Furthermore, two visual projects were also a part of this last month: a musical film titled This Is Me… Now: A Love Story and The Greatest Love Story Never Told, a documentary on this album and project centered around her romantic rekindling with Ben Affleck. “Everybody thought I was cr*zy. And by the way, I thought I was cr*zy,” the New York City native recently told Variety during an interview. Whether you think that applies to her relationship or her career moves, she’s ready to take it all on.

Read More: Jennifer Lopez Net Worth 2024: Updated Wealth Of The Icon

Jennifer Lopez Cancels Tour Dates: Report

Still, seeing these canceled Jennifer Lopez tour dates is quite disappointing for fans, although second nights in Miami (June 29), Toronto (August 3), and New York (August 17) were added per a Live Nation announcement on Thursday (March 14). In addition, sources reportedly told Billboard that the canceled dates were due to routing issues, but that they added new dates and will announce them soon. It’s unclear if these new dates for the “Can’t Get Enough” superstar are the new Miami, Toronto, and New York dates or if the new dates will address the canceled shows themselves. We’ll have to wait and see.

Meanwhile, even though not everyone loved the aforementioned single “Can’t Get Enough” with Latto, it’s still great to see the 54-year-old develop her career more and keep playing in the game. After all, superstardom and talent don’t go away easy. Let’s just hope that the rest of the tour goes swimmingly as planned. For more news and the latest updates on Jennifer Lopez, stay posted on HNHH.

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Dolly Parton Suggests Beyonce Recorded A “Jolene” Cover For “ACT II” Country Album

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Beyonce’s ACT II album, a country venture, is almost upon us, and fans couldn’t be more excited about it. While we’ve only gotten two singles for the release and not a lot of build-up, it’s not like she needs much of a promo boost to absolutely dominate and take over pop culture for some time. Also, the Houston superstar has the added bonus of RENAISSANCE, in all its forms, that has led up to this moment. As such, a lot of folks are already theorizing as to what ACT II and beyond will hold, including the one and only Dolly Parton. During a recent interview with Knox News, she hinted that there’s a rumor and a possibility that Queen Bey will tackle a classic on this new LP.

“Well, I think she has! I think she’s recorded ‘Jolene’ and I think it’s probably gonna be on her country album, which I’m very excited about that,” Dolly Parton remarked to the publication, adding some more love for Beyoncé in the process. “I love her! She’s a beautiful girl and a great singer.” As the “Freedom” creative continues to shatter commercial records and build success with seemingly everything she touches, it’s no surprise that she would also want to pay homage to an incredibly beloved cut.

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Dolly Parton Reignites Rumor About Beyonce Covering “Jolene” On ACT II

 
 
 
 
 
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Actually, this “Jolene” rumor is one that other folks like Joe Budden have spoke on before. Specifically, he did so while offering a sincere message to the 42-year-old. “I want to apologize to Beyonce,” he remarked on his podcast. “I like that song [“TEXAS HOLD ‘EM”], I like the other song too, but I like that song a lot.

“And let me tell you something, let me be totally phony and get on the total opposite of everything I said the first time,” he continued. “If the rumors are true, if Beyoncé is covering that Dolly Parton song, if that little rumor is true… ’Cause Dolly just tweeted yesterday and that tweet ain’t out of nowhere. If Beyonce does that? Oh, my God. Get Mason Ramsey to open up!” Meanwhile, for more news on Dolly Parton and the latest Beyonce updates, stay up to date on HNHH.

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Monica Blasts Fan Who Thinks She Got A New Partner Too Quick

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Monica is currently on the road with Nicki Minaj for her Pink Friday 2 world tour, and it looks like her man is by her side. Moreover, she recently posted some pictures with her boyfriend Anthony Wilson on Instagram, which Instagram account The Neighborhood Talk chose to shout out. In that post’s comments section, one fan had some particularly harsh words for the singer moving on from her past known relationship, which was her ten-year marriage to Shannon Brown from 2010 to 2019, when she filed for divorce. “Y’all don’t believe in staying single and cleansing the last man out your [cat emoji],” the fan commented.

“My last one couldn’t even get no damn [cat emoji],” Monica clapped back to the attempted cleanser in the comments section. “& that was 2.5 yrs ago !!! this is why it’s better to speak what you know or just MYMFBB,” she concluded, which we assume means… Well, we won’t spoil it for you. Regardless, it’s not the only other recent rumor that the College Park native had to address recently. When some fans theorized that she got a BBL, she was quick to set the record straight on Instagram Live.

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Monica’s Response To Presumptuous Fan About Moving Too Fast

“Y’all got jokes,” Monica told her audience on the social media platform before her PF2 shows with her “Love Me Enough” collaborator began. “Let me tell you something. My health is far too bad to be playing like that. For me a BBL would mean bought by Linda,” she explained, which was a praiseful and commendatory message to her stylist. “Mama don’t play! I won’t even get lash extensions; I still wear strips I can rip off. I done kept it real with y’all so long y’all forgot.”

Meanwhile, the 43-year-old’s ex C-Murder recently seemed to address her comments on being heartbroken. “I don’t know why someone feels the need to publicly bash a person that’s fighting for their life??” the incarcerated rapper wrote on IG. “I am a black male fighting and hoping for freedom one day. Wanna speak on something??  Let’s talk about freeing us Louisiana inmates still held illegally and unconstitutionally by a racist Jim Crow law through a non-retroactive 10/2 non unanimous jury. Facts.I am asking all celebrities against RACISM to visit this website: www.louisianabusinessesagainstracistlaws.com and retweet to help relieve modern day slavery and to sign our petition for freedom. Thanks.” For more news and updates on Monica, check back in with HNHH.

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Trey Songz Shocks Social Media With Sexual Meet & Greet Photos With Fans

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The Love Hard tour with Keyshia Cole, Jaheim, K. Michelle, and Trey Songz is currently underway, and its Baltimore show is drumming up a lot of discussion right now. Moreover, one of the reasons why is because fans are getting a little bit too close to Songz during this trek, or perhaps the other way around. A series of pictures surfaced from his meet and greet interactions with various fans, and in many of them, you can see them replicating various sexual poses or posing in an otherwise lewd or suggestive manner. This is especially notable because of the singer’s various accusations of sexual abuse and misconduct, although some of those lawsuits have been dropped recently.

Regardless, not every single picture here was that extreme, and it’s not worth singling out when many other artists do similar poses with fans. But Trey Songz’s choice to rest his hands on a female fan’s back as she bends over for him, plus the context of his alleged crimes, was a step too far in many’s eyes. Sadly, this isn’t the only recent fan interaction that drew some criticism online, although this one is more because of its combative nature. Allegedly, he lashed out on a woman he threw $300 for flipping him off afterwards, calling her ungrateful via direct message.

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Trey Songz’s Bizarre Meet & Greet Snaps With Fans

As such, we can see that there’s an unfortunate track record here when it comes to imperfect interactions with fans, civilians, and even other artists. Jacquees claimed that Trey Songz is guilty of everything that folks accuse him of. While he didn’t overtly respond back, there are a few other industry peers who have spoken out against him, all of which have left him unbothered. As much as the public narrative points to wrongdoing, it’s important to note that these are mostly still allegations at press time.

Meanwhile, what do you think about these meet and greet pictures? Is the context behind the Virginia native’s alleged crimes too much to see these as anything but uncomfortable? Whatever the case, drop your thoughts down in the comments section below. Also, come back to HNHH for more news and the latest updates on Trey Songz.

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Drake Endorses 4batz On Our New “R&B Season” Playlist Update: Stream

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If you want to find the best new releases in the R&B-adjacent world, look no further than our R&B Season playlist update for the week. First up is a potential rising star with a bright future ahead and one heck of a co-sign to send him to the next level. 4batz got a remix from none other than Drake for his viral hit “act ii: date @ 8,” a moody, low-key, and minimal ballad. As for The Boy’s contributions to the original, he provides some smooth vocals on the cut’s slowed-down portion, and it’s pretty much exactly the effect you’d expect.

Another highlight on our R&B Season playlist update this week is the new single from Mustafa, “Imaan.” The Toronto artist of Sudanese origin came through with a very tender and delicate track here, led by soft acoustic guitar and with some gorgeous string arrangements to give it an extra punch. The light drum beat keeps things steady, and it’s overall a very soothing and almost healing experience. It might be a bit out of your comfort zone if you’re a hardcore R&B fan, but if you look past the aesthetic differences, you can see the persistent quality and parallel when it comes to the songwriting and the emotions evoked in the record.

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HNHH R&B Season Playlist: Stream

Not only that, but this R&B Season update also graced us with one more remix to match up to the original. BNYX’s rendition of Muni Long’s “Made For Me” takes its strong melodies and passionate performance and turns it into a layered and enveloping Jersey club jam. Back to traditional singles, though, there’s a similar bounciness to Chase Shakur’s new release, the song “YOLANDA.” Instead of Jersey, Shakur pulls from the realm of D&B and garage to make a dreamy and more cavernous song than this catalog’s typical output.

Another standout track this week was the hazy and sultry “Show” by Sango featuring Rochelle Jordan. Finally, we wanted to shout out Fridayy’s new single “Without You,” which is another grand and powerful vocal performance in his track record. Let us know what your favorite R&B Season release was this week, and also what else we missed. Check the playlist out above and, as always, come back to HNHH for more amazing music drops around the clock.

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Mary J. Blige Didn’t Like Her Own Voice, She Admits While Discussing Self-Image Issues

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Mary J. Blige recently appeared on TODAY with Hoda & Jenna for a deep, enlightening, and pretty tender conversation about her life, career, and growth. Of course, they had a lot of great things to talk about concerning her artistry and her many accolades and successful ventures over the years. But even the most acclaimed and commercially dominant artists can struggle with reckoning with the exaggerated expectations that others, or themselves, set upon them. Moreover, the “Real Love” legend spoke to the program about how she didn’t like her voice before, and how she’s struggled with self-image throughout her life and continues to embrace herself today.

“I do now, I didn’t used to. I didn’t like the sound of my voice,” Mary J. Blige told the panel during her recent appearance on national television. “But now I listen to my music and now I love everything about me, I do. I used to hate everything about me. The sound of my voice, the sound of my speaking voice. And I used to just be afraid to hear any music back. We grow up thinking we couldn’t boast or brag or love on ourselves, and now I’m doing all that.”

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Mary J. Blige Speaks On Self-Love & Self-Image On TODAY

Elsewhere, the Queen of Hip-Hop Soul also spoke on her current stance on love and partnership. “I still believe in love… I’m not gonna give up on love, I’m not gonna give up on romance, I’m not gonna give up on myself,” Mary J. Blige remarked. “I’m not gonna do that. I’m in love. I believe I deserve a good relationship with myself, with a partner. And you know, when you believe it, it comes to you.”

Meanwhile, we’re sure that the future will hold many, many more opportunities for celebration and due acclaim. After all, she is one of the nominees for the 2024 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and with more performances, music, and career moves on the way, it’s clear that she’s still enjoying that process. But all of that is moot if one doesn’t have the confidence in themselves that others have for them, and it’s heartening to see that this is a path that continues to grow. For more news and the latest updates on Mary J. Blige, stay logged into HNHH.

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Jhene Aiko Draws Backlash Online For Seemingly Shading Ariana Grande’s New Album

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Jhene Aiko is catching some heat, but also some defense, online due to one of her most recent IG Stories. Moreover, she reposted the following message: “Careful! We quickly get used to most things and easily forget how amazing they are,” and soundtracked it with her song, “Eternal Sunshine.” However, some fans called the singer out because she seemed to shade Ariana Grande’s new album, which is also called eternal sunshine and that came out that same day she posted the message. As such, some thought that this was no coincidence and a deliberate attempt to undermine her current partner Big Sean’s ex-girlfriend.

Regardless, some fans didn’t really see this as a big deal for a couple of different reasons. First, there are the people that have their own issues with Ariana Grande and thus justify any attempt, assumption, or claim that paints her in a more negative light. Then, some fans think that Jhene Aiko could’ve just been a victim of coincidence here, as it’s not like “eternal sunshine” is a trademarked phrase. Also, she’s not really the type of artist to engage in that stuff too much, or at least it’s not a part of how she carries herself online. Perhaps more hardcore fans can confirm or deny this in the comments.

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Jhene Aiko Seems To Shade Ariana Grande On IG, Fans React

Meanwhile, there are some other and more pressing circumstances that Jhene Aiko’s probably worried about, which is another reason as to why this is probably innocuous. For example, she was reportedly hit with a lawsuit over a 2022 car crash for negligence. While this probably won’t be a big legal case or anything like that, it’s definitely something that takes precedence over attempting to start more drama online. For that reason, we wouldn’t be too pressed about a simple IG Story. Still, check out more reactions to it below.

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Regardless, what do you think about this whole debacle and the parties involved? Do you agree with criticism of the pop singer or did the R&B star go a little bit too far with these supposed allusions? However you may feel, drop your thoughts down in the comments section below. As always, stick around on HNHH for the latest news and updates on Jhene Aiko, Ariana Grande, and Big Sean.

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R. Kelly Picked Up A Girl At A High School, Chicago Man Alleges In Wild Story

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R. Kelly continues to be a controversial part of pop culture, with people either lamenting or celebrating his fall from grace due to his convicted crimes. Moreover, stories of his alleged behavior before this became common knowledge have become pretty common over the past decade or so. Now, we have an example of a Chicago man who recently spoke on a podcast about an alleged moment in which the R&B singer pulled up to a high school to pick up a girl. Folks in the replies had a wide range of reactions, including similar accusations, outright denial of these rumors, and jokes about the situation.

“We outside, we posted up, we all kicking it,” the man began concerning this R. Kelly story. “Me and my best friends, all of us. We outside just kicking it. Man… next thing you know, you just see a banana yellow Hummer pull up on spinners. Before he even get out the car, you just hear *starts singing*. You hear, ‘I’m a gigolo, always on the go.’ He get out the car. Yes, [he was bumping his own music]! He pop out with the face mask and the white durag on his head.

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Chicago Man’s R. Kelly High School Story: Watch

“So there was this female in my hood,” he continued his R. Kelly claims. “We can just say her name Pinky ’cause she was short, thick, and light-skinned. Y’all know who I’m talking about. Everybody choosing up; who they going home with, who they finna go eat Joe’s Pizza with, who they finna go home and do homework with. All that, just whatever, just choosing up. Next thing you know, we see her just walk over to the homie. R. Kelly just hug her, we like, ‘What?!’

“The security at school [was like], ‘And that’s why you gon’ go to jail, boy! Boy, you know you ain’t supposed to be up here!’” he concluded. “But this Chicago, though. So it’s a joke, but we serious. ‘Boy, you going to jail, boy. You out here picking up jail bait! And here we are years later, he’s in jail.” For more news and the latest updates on R. Kelly, stick around on HNHH.

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