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Jacquees Speaks On Being Added To Keke Palmer Controversy

July 6, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Jacquees is now somehow involved in a drama-fueled online battle that includes Keke Palmer, Usher, Darius Jackson, and more. There is footage of an Usher concert in which the R&B singer is serenading Keke. This would be harmless, except for what she’s wearing. She had a skintight black leotard with sheer black lace covering the rest of her, exposing her backside. The father of Keke’s recently born child, Darius Jackson, took exception to the revealing outfit, claiming on Twitter, “It’s the outfit tho… you a mom.”

“We live in a generation where a man of the family doesn’t want the wife [and] mother to his kids to showcase booty cheeks to please others,” Jackson continues. “[And] he gets told how much of a hater he is.” Keke Palmer fans rushed to her defense, with one commenter randomly throwing Jacquees into the mix. “It’s Usher like cmon now,” the Tweet reads. “I could see if it was Jacquees.”

What Jacquees Has To Do With The Drama

Not fazed one bit, Jacquees responded to the comment with, “Leave me out of it.” While the handle @b0mbchell_ was giving a backhanded compliment to the Georgia R&B crooner, Jacquees was having none of this smoke. He was not about to get in trouble on the internet for absolutely nothing. From all of this backlash, Darius Jackson continues to double down on his claims, still not pleased about Keke Palmer’s outfit. Usher has yet to comment about the outfit or Jackson’s stance on the issue.

As for Keke herself, she seems undaunted by Jackson’s comments, having nothing but good things to say about the Usher performance. She showered the praise on her Instagram: “I am telling y’all right now, if you haven’t seen [Usher,] YOU MUST GO!! HE WAS SO FABULOUS!!” For Jacquees, his only hope is that Ms. Palmer doesn’t come to his show anytime soon. Otherwise, he might have to answer to Darius Jackson.

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Darius Jackson, The Father Of Keke Palmer’s Son, Seemingly Disapproved Of Her Outfit At An Usher Concert

July 5, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Keke Palmer Darius Jackson 2023 Atlanta Film Festival — Getty Image

Big Boss isn’t just the title of Keke Palmer’s May album and accompanying film. It also describes her lifestyle. Palmer attended Usher’s July 4 concert, as part of his ongoing Las Vegas residency, and she chronicled how much fun she had on her Instagram Story. Palmer danced and sang along to “My Boo,” but her reported real-life boo, Darius Jackson, seemingly wasn’t too happy back home.

A fan-taken video circulated on Twitter by RNB RADAR shows Palmer hugging and slow-dancing with Usher as he sings “There Goes My Baby,” eventually showing off her own voice. A Twitter account believed to be Jackson’s quoted it, writing, “It’s the outfit tho.. you a mom.”

In a separate post, Jackson wrote, “We live in a generation where a man of the family doesn’t want the wife & mother to his kids to showcase booty cheeks to please others & he gets told how much of a hater he is. This is my family & my representation. I have standards & morals to what I believe. I rest my case.”

Usher serenades Keke Palmer pic.twitter.com/xbMFlXu7FF

— RNB RADAR (@RNB_RADAR) July 5, 2023

It’s the outfit tho.. you a mom. https://t.co/qaQH6zWpkA

— Darius Daulton (@dvulton) July 5, 2023

We live in a generation where a man of the family doesn’t want the wife & mother to his kids to showcase booty cheeks to please others & he gets told how much of a hater he is.

This is my family & my representation. I have standards & morals to what I believe.

I rest my case.

— Darius Daulton (@dvulton) July 5, 2023

Palmer has not publicly acknowledged the comments, and Jackson’s Instagram account has no traces of similar commentary. Page Six reached out to Palmer’s representation for comment but, as of this writing, hasn’t heard back.

Palmer confirmed her pregnancy while hosting Saturday Night Live in December. She and Jackson welcomed their son, Leodis, in February. Neither comments on their relationship publicly, but there has been a long-running assumption that they are together.

Beyoncé, Jay-Z, Travis Scott & More Attend Michael Rubin’s Extravagant White Party In The Hamptons On 4th Of July

July 5, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Fanatics CEO Michael Rubin hosted an exclusive white party at his luxurious Hamptons residence, attracting A-list celebrities to celebrate Independence Day. The star-studded event, attended by industry titans, models, and influencers, featured exquisite cuisine, high-end beverages, and impromptu musical performances. With attendees like Jay-Z, Beyoncé, Travis Scott, and Justin Bieber, Michael Rubin’s annual party became […]

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Muni Long & Usher Duet On “Hrs & Hrs” Remix Single

June 27, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Following the pair’s debut performance of the track at Usher’s Lovers & Friends Festival.

Usher Joins Muni Long For Super Sensual “Hrs & Hrs (Remix)”

June 24, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Usher is known as something of a heartthrob within the music industry, which is what made him the perfect collaborative option for Muni Long’s new “Hrs & Hrs (Remix).” The singer-songwriter first shared the romantic track in 2021, but she continues to find ways to breathe new life into it. While her intro and verse remains the same on this New Music Friday’s (June 23) version, Usher comes in midway through the slow and sensual song to turn up the heat like only he can.

“Where would I be if I didn’t have you? / I’d be a fool / What’s mine is yours and is ours / Yes it is / I’ve never been in love like this / A love like us / Is exactly what I need / Every night for some hours,” the Texas-born superstar beautifully croons. So far fans have been sharing positive reviews of the joint effort online, though it may not be the first time fans of Usher and Long have heard it.

Muni Long Taps Usher for the “Hrs & Hrs (Remix)”

As Rated R&B notes, the “Baby Boo” hitmaker joined Usher during his Lovers & Friends Festival set last month, at which time they sang a duet to a cheering audience. The original “Hrs & Hrs” earned Long her first-ever Grammy for Best R&B Performance, so it’s understandable why she wants to keep the torch lit. However, she’s given us plenty of other new arrivals in the same since then on her Public Displays of Affection: The Album project, and is sure to keep the fire coming as she grows as an artist.

Stream Muni Long’s new “Hrs & Hrs (Remix)” with Usher on YouTube above, or add it to your playlist on Spotify/Apple Music. Which version do you prefer more, this weekend’s or the 2021 original? Let us know in the comments, and check back later this weekend for more HNHH release recommendations.

Read More: Major Songs Muni Long Has Co-Written

Quotable Lyrics:

Where would I be if I didn’t have you?
I’d be a fool
What’s mine is yours and is ours, yes it is
I’ve never been in love like this

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Usher, Not Beyoncé, Is ‘This Generation’s Stevie Wonder,’ According To Samuel L. Jackson’s Daughter

June 21, 2023 by newhiphopnews

In a new interview with Rolling Stone, Samuel L. Jackson discussed not only his new Marvel show that begins streaming today (it’s called Secret Invasion and it’s on Disney Plus) but also, fittingly enough for the publication, his taste in music. And while some of his responses are no surprise, others are, and some are just downright illuminating.

In addition to admitting that he likes the music of the late Juice WRLD, he also draws an interesting parallel between Stevie Wonder, Usher, and Beyoncé. Check out his full response below:

There’s some music of my youth that I still listen to. I like rock music — I was sort of a hippie during the Sixties — and in the Seventies, when I was in Atlanta, there was this Black rock band called Mother’s Finest. They played at Alex Cooley’s Electric Ballroom. I listen to a lot of modern hip-hop also. Sometimes I’ll turn on some spatial DJ on Apple Music to hear whatever’s out there now. I’m pretty open to everything except country. [Laughs] The personal hip-hop music is very interesting to me. Back when Juice WRLD was alive, I listened to that. The kid was having some issues, but the music was still good. I remember asking my daughter and her friends who their Stevie Wonder was, and they said, “Usher.” They didn’t say Beyoncé. They said, Usher.

Photo Recap: Usher, Lauryn Hill, Fugees, Lil Uzi Vert & More Perform at Roots Picnic 2023

June 6, 2023 by newhiphopnews

This past weekend witnessed an extraordinary event as The Roots took the stage as hosts and co-headliners for the grandest edition of the Roots Picnic to date. Held at The Mann in Fairmount Park, Philadelphia, PA, it was a magnificent tribute to culture, art, music, and the renowned city of brotherly love.

Kicking off the festivities on Friday, June 2, the excitement soared as Dave Chappelle made his much-anticipated debut alongside The Roots for a truly unforgettable evening of stand-up comedy and musical brilliance at the Wells Fargo Center. As the show commenced, the audience was thrilled by an unexpected bonus set from the renowned comedian Jon Stewart. The irresistible combination of these two iconic figures, representing the pinnacle of comedy and hip-hop, left the crowd in Philadelphia absolutely captivated and craving for more. The stage was set for an unforgettable “Roots Picnic” weekend, culminating in a mesmerizing lineup of co-headliners—Usher, The Roots, and the incomparable Ms. Lauryn Hill. This triumphant trio delivered awe-inspiring performances that left the audience in awe, solidifying the event as a true highlight of the music scene.

Throughout the weekend, the electrifying atmosphere continued to soar as Lil Uzi Vert, a beloved hometown hero, took the stage and pumped up the audience with his dynamic performance. Adding to the excitement, Eve returned triumphantly during Black Thought’s Live Mixtape set, joining forces with Busta Rhymes, as their voices seamlessly blended with the legendary rappers. DJ Drama elevated the energy even further by bringing out Fat Joe, who delivered an unforgettable performance of his greatest hits.

Featuring an impressive lineup of leading hip-hop, R&B, and soul artists, the Roots Picnic showcased an array of phenomenal talents. Ari Lennox, GLoRilla, Lucky Daye, Syd, and many others graced the stage, delivering electrifying and showstopping sets that left the audience in awe. The event was a testament to the incredible diversity and artistry within the music world, leaving a lasting impression on all who attended.

You can see images from the weekend below.

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Chilli & Usher: TLC Singer Stayed In Contact With R&B Star During His Marriage

June 3, 2023 by newhiphopnews

One of pop culture fanatics’ favourite couples to watch over the past year has been Chilli and Matthew Lawrence. The unexpected duo first got together in 2022, shortly after he finalized his divorce from professional dancer Cheryl Burke. It’s obvious that the TLC alum’s feelings for Lawrence run deep, as she previously shared that she would be happy to marry him. While Chilli is more in love than ever before since beginning her new relationship, she recently revealed to PEOPLE that it took years to get over one of her past loves.

Usher seems to be the “one that got away” for the “No Scrubs” songstress, though they apparently remained in contact up until 2019 – even while he was married. “I love hard. I was like, ‘God, why can’t I get over this?’ He couldn’t either,” she reflected to the outlet. Finally, Chilli got tired of repeating the same cycles and cut the Houston native off to “focus on [herself].” Not only did she quit Usher, but the 52-year-old “stopped dating” as a whole, proving how committed she was to her healing journey.

Chilli and Usher Have Plenty of History

Chilli and Usher during EMI Grammy Party Arrivals at The Blue Fin at The W Hotel in New York City. (Photo by Stephen Lovekin/FilmMagic)

“Before that, I thought if I met the right guy during that time that I wasn’t over [Usher] it wouldn’t work. I would never want to straddle the fence,” Chilli added. Prior to going no contact, she and the Confessions hitmaker could find themselves back in each other’s lives during periods of being single.

While Chilli has been falling further in love with Matthew Lawrence, Usher has been living the dream during his Las Vegas residency. One of the most recent celebrity guests to get the up close and personal performance treatment from the vocalist is Baby Phat designer Kimora Lee Simmons. Read all about that at the link below, and check back later for more music/pop culture news updates.

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Chilli Reveals She Hooked Up With Usher For Over A Decade Following Breakup

June 3, 2023 by newhiphopnews

For years fans hinted they wanted to see the reunion of one of their favorite celebrity couples. TLC songstress Chilli recey admitted that after breaking up with entertainer Usher Raymond in 2003, she quietly hooked up with him for years until breaking it off for good in 2019.

People Magazine report:

“I have never experienced anything like this,” she tells PEOPLE in this week’s issue, opening up about her happy life now with boyfriend Matthew Lawrence, 43, ahead of the premiere of Lifetime’s new documentary TLC Forever. It is the first high-profile relationship the singer, 52, has had since famously dating Usher from 2001-2004. “We definitely had some chemistry,” she says, when asked about her time with the R&B star. “But working chemistry does not mean it works in your personal life. If we were working, it was great. But outside of that, we’re so different.”

Noting how fans rooted for them as a couple, she says, “It looked great, but in real life … he knew he had to be a certain way with me and he couldn’t.”

While she denies rumors that his hit breakup album Confessions is about her (“I was with him at the studio that whole time”), the couple still wasn’t meant to be, she says due to differing values and trust issues. Still, they remained off and on for years, reconnecting when they weren’t in other relationships. “I love hard,” says Chilli. “I was like, ‘God, why can’t I get over this?’ He couldn’t either.” Leaning on her Christian faith, she eventually cut off contact for good in 2019 “to focus on myself,” she says. “I even stopped dating. Because before that I thought if I met the right guy during that time that I wasn’t over [Usher] it wouldn’t work. I would never want to straddle the fence.”

Fun Fact: Usher was married to Tameka Raymond from 2007 to 2009 and he was married to Grace Harry from 2015 to 2018.

Thoughts?

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What Jacquees Has To Do With The Drama

Muni Long Taps Usher for the “Hrs & Hrs (Remix)”

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Chilli and Usher Have Plenty of History