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Rihanna Becomes Face of Dior’s J’Adore Perfume in Golden Campaign Film: Watch

Rihanna is the new queen of Dior.

On Sunday (Sept. 1), the 36-year-old singer and entrepreneur was unveiled as the face of J’Adore Fragrance by Dior in a dazzling short film directed by Steven Klein. She replaces longtime spokeswoman Charlize Theron.

“Powerful, dazzling, and inspiring, Rihanna embodies the triumphant and free-spirited femininity of J’adore through the lens of Steven Klein,” Dior’s YouTube caption reads. “J’adore and Rihanna, a new golden dream begins.”

Set to the tune of RiRi’s 2016 hit “Love on the Brain,” the minute-long visual finds the superstar gracing the halls of the Palace of Versailles in France and donning a gorgeous sparkly golden gown before seemingly walking on water in heels.

“Your dreams, make them real,” Rihanna says into the camera at the end of the short film.

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Rihanna, who was announced as the face of J’Adore earlier this summer, has a long relationship with Dior. Apart from being spotted at several of the brand’s fashion shows, most recently during Paris Fashion Week earlier this year and during her first pregnancy, she became Dior’s first Black ambassador in 2015.

“For over two decades, the fragrance has been a brilliant and faithful companion for women the world over, the perfume of a strong, liberated and independent woman, resonating perfectly with Rihanna’s personal story,” LVMH, owner of Dior, said in a statement at the time.

“This scent, that I have known and loved for so long, means so much to women,” Rihanna said in the same press release. “It is more than a perfume, it is a companion and a reference. I am especially touched to join this adventure and to contribute to it through my world, my story, my roots, as well as my creativity and my own femininity.”

Dior’s marque women’s fragrance balances floral with fruity featuring fragrant notes of ylang-ylang, Turkish Damascus rose, jasmine grandiflorum and Indian jasmine sambac.

Watch Rihanna’s J’Adore campaign film on Instagram below.

Fans Choose Sebastian Yatra’s ‘Los Domingos’ as This Week’s Favorite New Music Latin

Sebastian Yatra’s “Los Domingos” has topped this week’s new music Latin poll.

In a poll published on Friday (Aug. 30) — in support of the weekly New Music Latin roundup and playlist, curated by Billboard Latin and Billboard Español editors — music fans voted for the Colombian pop star’s newest tune as their favorite music release of the week.

“Los Domingos” (Sundays) generated more than 70% of the vote, beating out other new releases that dropped that week, including Becky G’s “Cómo Diablos”; Jhayco’s “Grecia”; Christian Nodal and Estevie’s “Un Besito Más”; Luck Ra and Nicki Nicole’s “Doctor”; and Andrea Bocelli and Karol G’s “Vivo Por Ella.”

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Coming in second place was newcomer Karina Sofia’s “Malondra,” with nearly 23% of the vote.

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In “Los Domingos,” Yatra returns with a sweet ballad that marks his first solo release since early 2023. This romantic acoustic pop song captures the initial stages of a relationship: “Fate put us face to face/ I waited for you, and I waited long enough/ And now I do, I just need a yes, and just like that/ I’d start with a love song,” he croons in Spanish.

The music video further complements this theme, creatively depicting the Colombian performer riding a motorcycle to meet a special someone, blending fantasy and optimism perfectly.

In the most recent New Music Latin poll, music fans crowned Kenia OS and Steve Aoki’s first collaborative effort, “Replay,” as the winner bringing in more than 50% of the vote.

See the final results of this week’s new music Latin poll below.

Alan White Hints at Joining Oasis for 2025 Reunion Tour

Former Oasis drummer Alan White has fueled excitement among fans by hinting that he may be part of the band’s highly anticipated 2025 reunion tour.

On Sept. 1, White, who played with Oasis from 1995 to 2004, shared a photo on social media featuring his drum kit, adorned with Union Jack-themed artwork reminiscent of the band’s iconic era. The post has sparked widespread speculation that White could be joining the Gallagher brothers on stage once again.

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The Oasis Live ’25 tour announced on Aug. 27, marks the first time in 16 years that Liam and Noel Gallagher will perform together. The tour, which includes 17 dates across major U.K. and Ireland cities, has already sold out.

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White originally joined Oasis in April 1995, replacing original drummer Tony McCarroll. During his nine years with the band, White contributed to four studio albums, including the seminal sophomore effort (What’s the Story) Morning Glory? and Be Here Now, the fastest-selling LP in U.K. recorded music history. His drumming became an integral part of Oasis’s sound, and he played a significant role in the recording process, often shaping the rhythm and feel of the band’s tracks.

Meanwhile, McCarroll has indicated that he will not be part of the reunion, telling MailOnline: “They haven’t reached out yet and to be honest I’m not holding my breath.”

“Would I consider being involved? I don’t know. At the end of the day I’m not the only ex-member left behind, so I’ll just crack on.” He added, “I haven’t made up my mind if I’m going to watch them play next year either. I was at their last ever gig in the U.K. at the V Festival. It’s weird and ironic that I was there at the first and last gig.”

He added later, “Whether it’s been a blag for 15-years I haven’t got a clue. They’re brothers at the end of the day- maybe their mum Peggy clashed their heads together and said ‘sort it out’.”

The reunion announcement has also caused a surge in Oasis’s streaming numbers. Following a teaser on Aug. 25, the band’s daily U.S. on-demand audio streams increased from 750,000 to 820,000. By Aug. 26, streams hit 1.31 million, and after the official tour announcement on Aug. 27, streams skyrocketed to 2.80 million.

The Britpop band’s most iconic single, “Wonderwall,” peaked at No. 8 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1996. The band also achieved a top 10 album on the Billboard 200 with (What’s the Story) Morning Glory?, which reached No. 4 in 1996, while their debut album, Definitely Maybe, and their third album, Be Here Now, both charted on the Billboard 200.

The Cure’s Roger O’Donnell Reveals He Was Diagnosed with Blood Cancer

Roger O’Donnell, the longtime keyboardist for The Cure, has revealed that he was diagnosed with a rare and aggressive form of lymphoma in Sept. 2023.

The musician shared his experience on X, formerly known as Twitter, as part of Blood Cancer Awareness Month, urging followers to prioritize their health and get tested early.

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“In September last year I was diagnosed with a very rare and aggressive form of lymphoma. I had ignored the symptoms for a few months but finally went, and after surgery, the result of the biopsy was devastating,” O’Donnell wrote.

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After nearly a year of treatment, including surgery, immunotherapy, and radiotherapy, he shared that his health has improved. “I’m fine, and the prognosis is amazing.”

“He added, “”The mad axe murderer knocked on the door and we didn’t answer.”

He added: “Cancer can be beaten but if you are diagnosed early enough you stand a way better chance, so all I have to say is go get tested, if you have the faintest thought you may have symptoms go and get checked out.

“Lastly if you know someone who is ill or suffering talk to them, every single word helps, believe me I know.”

O’Donnell emphasized the importance of early detection, advising, “Cancer CAN be beaten but if you are diagnosed early enough you stand a way better chance, so all I have to say is go GET TESTED, if you have the faintest thought you may have symptoms go and get checked out.”

The Cure recently wrapped up their Shows of a Lost World Tour in Sept. 2023, and fans won’t have to wait long for more from the band.

In October, they’ll release Novembre: Live in France 2022, a double A-side 12″ featuring live versions of new tracks “And Nothing Is Forever” and “I Can Never Say Goodbye.” The limited-edition vinyl, pressed on eco-friendly materials, will support Brian Eno’s Earth Percent climate charity, marking the band’s first official release of new music in 16 years.

The Cure’s influence on alternative rock is undeniable, with their 2019 album, 40 Live: Curaetion-25 + Anniversary, peaking at No. 30 on the Billboard 200.

Their earlier work, Disintegration, remains one of their most celebrated albums, reaching No. 12 on the Billboard 200 in 1989. Their 2004 self-titled album, The Cure, also climbed to No. 7 on the Billboard 200, while “Lovesong” reached No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1989, making it their highest-charting single in the U.S. The band was inducted into the Rock And Roll Hall of Fame in 2019.

Fans Choose Fireboy DML’s ‘Adedamola’ as This Week’s Favorite New Music

Fireboy DML‘s Adedamola tops this week’s new music poll.

Music fans voted in a poll published Friday (Aug. 30) on Billboard, choosing the Nigerian singer-songwriter’s latest studio album as their favorite new music release of the past week.

August might have slipped away like a bottle of wine, but end-of-summer tunes are still sinking in as September begins.

In this latest poll, Fireboy DML’s new album brought in more than 62% of the vote. Voters this week chose Adedamola over new music releases from Victoria Monét and Usher, A$AP Rocky, Noah Kahan, Big Sean and more.

The title of Adedamola is Fireboy DML’s birth name; he was born Adedamola Adefolahan, and condensed the “Damola” part of his first name to “DML” for his stage name.

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The set has the artist (known for the 2022 smash “Peru,” which took off globally with an Ed Sheeran-assisted remix) getting personal about his journey and relationships over 14 tracks, with features from Seun Kuti (on “Ecstacy”), Lojay (“Letting Go”), Lagbaja (“Back n Forth”), Jon Batiste (“Ready,” “Jon’s Interlude”) and Spinall (“Wande’s Bop”).



Adedamola was also an editor’s pick on the Friday Music Guide.

Among the new music trailing behind Adedamola on this week’s poll is Victoria Monét and Usher’s collab on the single “SOS,” with 8% of the vote, A$AP Rocky’s track “Tailor Swif,” with 3% of the vote, and Noah Kahan’s Live From Fenway Park album, with 2% of the vote.

See the final results of this week’s poll below.

Sabrina Carpenter Savors ‘Taste’ of Victory with U.K. Chart Double

Sabrina Carpenter is savoring a sweet victory this week, claiming her first-ever U.K. chart double.

The pop star’s latest album, Short n’ Sweet, has skyrocketed to No. 1 on the Official U.K. Albums Chart, while her single “Taste” is sitting pretty at the top of the Official U.K. Singles Chart.

And she’s not stopping there—Carpenter now holds the top three spots on the singles chart with “Taste,” “Please Please Please,” and “Espresso.” That’s a triple threat!

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At just 25, Sabrina becomes the first female artist (and only third overall) to score the No. 1 album and single in the U.K. simultaneously, while also holding the Top 3 positions on the Official U.K. Singles Chart.

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She’s following in the footsteps of Ed Sheeran and Harry Styles, but with her own unique twist—dominating the charts with a sweet blend of catchy tunes and undeniable star power. This week alone, she’s racked up her 13th cumulative week at No. 1 in 2024.

Over on the albums chart, Short n’ Sweet has made a massive impact, debuting at No. 1 with 89,000 chart units—the second-biggest first-week sales of the year in the U.K., trailing only behind Taylor Swift’s The Tortured Poets Department.

It marks a huge leap for Carpenter, whose previous album, emails i can’t send, peaked at No. 41 in 2022. Now, she’s tasting the sweetest success of her career.

Carpenter isn’t just taking over the U.K. charts, she’s also made her mark Down Under, where she also landed at No. 1 on Australia’s albums chart and completed a top-three sweep of the national singles tally. Short n’ Sweet debuted at the summit of the ARIA Albums Chart, published Friday, Aug. 30, for her first leader in the country.

Elsewhere on the U.K. Albums Chart, Fontaines D.C. celebrate the biggest opening week of their career with Romance, debuting at No. 2.

Oasis also makes history with three albums in the Top 5 simultaneously: Time Flies… (1994-2009) at No. 3, (What’s The Story) Morning Glory? at No. 4, and Definitely Maybe at No. 5. The latter sees a resurgence thanks to its 30th-anniversary deluxe edition.

On the singles front, Sabrina’s triple domination is accompanied by notable movements from other artists. Sonny Fodera, Jazzy, and D.O.D. climb to a new peak with “Somedays,” moving up two places to No. 14.

Meanwhile, Oasis’s classics “Don’t Look Back In Anger,” “Wonderwall,” and “Live Forever” re-enter the Top 20 at No. 16, 17, and 19, respectively, following the announcement of their reunion tour.

Selena Gomez Stuns High School Volleyball Team, Attends Weekend Game in Telluride

A high school girls’ volleyball team invited Selena Gomez to one of their games over the weekend, and the “Love On” singer accepted the invite. She stopped by Telluride High School in Telluride, Colorado, on Saturday (Aug. 31) to shine a little light on the young athletes’ day.

Gomez was in town, promoting her film Emilia Pérez at the Telluride Film Festival. A handwritten sign on bright orange poster board, which was posted to a pole on Main Street, apparently caught her eye.

The sign was addressed to her: “Selena Gomez,” it said, “Please sing the National Anthem at one of [our] home games: Fri 6:00pm, Sat 1:00 ~ THS Volleyball Team.”

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It’s unclear whether or not Gomez actually performed the national anthem, but she did show up to the high school gymnasium to mingle with students. Video clips of her surprise appearance made it online — Gomez even shared a look at her visit via her own Instagram account — but no clips of the pop star/actress singing at Telluride could be found at press time.

“They asked!!” Gomez captioned her weekend Instagram post about attending the volleyball game. “Couldn’t help it, it’s my first time in Telluride!”

The post shows her smiling wide and, in a video filmed at the school, explaining what got her to show up: “I saw the sign!”

Gomez’s recap of the sports event shows her meeting students, signing autographs and posing for a group photo with the team.

Emilia Pérez, the Jacques Audiard-directed, Spanish-language musical crime film with a cast including Zoe Saldaña, Karla Sofía Gascón, Adriana Paz and Gomez (an ensemble that shared the best actress prize at Cannes, where it had its world premiere), saw its U.S. debut at the Telluride Film Festival. It was acquired by Netflix and will be available on the streaming service on Nov. 13.

See Gomez’s Instagram post from Telluride below.

Marcia Griffiths & Cedella Marley Receive Honorary Awards at 2024 Caribbean Music Awards: See Complete Winners List

Marcia Griffiths received a Lifetime Achievement Award Honor and Cedella Marley received a Legacy Award at the 2024 Caribbean Music Awards, which were presented on Thursday (Aug. 29) at Kings Theatre in Brooklyn, N.Y. Dancehall artist Spice and comedian Majah Hype co-hosted the show, which streamed live on YouTube.

“I’m truly blessed to continue the legacy that my family built,” Marley said in accepting the award. “I’m filled with gratitude and honor to be acknowledged for my work. I want to express my sincere thanks to the committee members and the beautiful people of our Caribbean. Your support and inspiration drive my passion and motivate me to do things I was once told ‘you can’t do that.’”

Marley dedicated the award to her mother, Rita Marley, who she described as her “shero.” “[She is] a woman of extraordinary strength, compassion, wisdom and love. It is her unwavering dedication and selflessness that have led to this moment. I am both proud and humbled to have her as my mother. As I pay tribute to the Marley legacy tonight, I celebrate the woman who has laid the foundation. One love.” 

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Reggae legend Bob Marley was Cedella Marley’s father. Skip Marley is her son. Cedella Marley won three Grammy Awards as a member of Ziggy Marley and the Melody Makers.

Shaggy paid tribute to Griffiths, who is celebrating 60 years in music. Griffiths is a former member of the I-Threes, which supported Bob Marley with backing vocals. She was a Grammy nominee three years ago for best reggae album for One World. Closing out the show, Tosh Alexander, Aiesha, Alaine and Nadine Sutherland performed in tribute to Griffiths.

The night’s most nominated artist, Dexta Daps, won performer of the year (dancehall). The Jamaican dancehall and reggae performer also performed a medley of songs, including “Shabba Madda Pot” and “Call Me If.”

Other winners in competitive categories included Buju Banton, Romeo Santos, Shaggy & Kes and Burna Boy & Byron Messia.

Stephen “Di Genius” McGregor, who has produced recordings by such varied artists as Sean Paul, Drake, John Legend, Vybz Kartel, John Legend, Shenseea and Jada Kingdom, received the producer award honor.

The Caribbean Music Awards recognizes artists, producers, and industry professionals who have significantly contributed to the Caribbean music landscape. This year’s nominations list included more than 40 categories spanning a diverse range of genres, including reggae, Soca and dancehall.

The awards are presented by the Caribbean Elite Group, which also produces Caribbean Elite Magazine – a print and digital publication which highlights Caribbean entertainers, artists, producers, promoters, cuisine, travel, fashion and entrepreneurs.

Here’s a complete list of winners in both competitive and honorary categories.

Competitive Categories

2023 Impact Award (Dancehall): 450

2023 Impact Award (Reggae): Mortimer

2023 Impact Award (Soca): Pumpa

Album of the Year (Reggae) Buju Banton, Born for Greatness

Album of the Year (Dancehall) Masicka, Generation of Kings

Artist of the Year (Bouyon): Mr. Ridge

Artist of the Year (French Caribbean): Kalash

Artist of the Year (Latin Caribbean): Romeo Santos

Artist of the Year Female (Dancehall): Shenseea

Artist of the Year Female (Reggae): Lila Iké

Artist of the Year Female (Soca): Patrice Roberts

Artist of the Year Male (Dancehall): Valiant

Artist of the Year Male (Reggae): Romain Virgo

Artist of the Year Male (Soca): Skinny Fabulous

Best New Artist (Dancehall): Rajah Wild

Best New Artist (Reggae): Ras-II

Best New Artist (Soca): Yung Bredda

Collaboration of the Year – Soca: Nailah Blackman & Skinny Fabulous, “Come Home”

Collaboration of the Year – Reggae: Shaggy & Kes, “Mood”

Collaboration of the Year (Dancehall): Burna Boy & Byron Messia, Talibans II

Cruise Event of the Year: Uber Soca

Entertainer of the Year: Lee So Crazy

International DJ of the Year: DJ Puffy

Konpa Band of the Year: Zafem

Music Event of the Year: Stink & Dutty

People’s Choice (Powered by Spotify’s Frequency): Asa Bantan

Performer of the Year (Dancehall): Dexta Daps

Performer of the Year (Soca): Mr Killa

Song of the Year (Dancehall): Byron Messia, “Talibans”

Song of the Year (Soca): Bunji Garlin, “Hard Fete”

Video of the Year (Dancehall): Tee Jay, “Drift”

Video of the Year (Soca): Nailah Blackman & Skinny Fabulous, “Come Home”

Honorary Awards

Lifetime Achievement Award Honor: Marcia Griffiths

Elite Icon Award: Alison Hinds

Legacy Award: Cedella Marley

Artist of the Decade: Spice

Konpa Award Honor: Tabou Combo

Producer Award Honor: Di Genius

Chutney Award Honor: Ravi B

Gospel Award Honor: Sherwin Gardner

Calypso Award Honor: Mighty Sparrow

Rory Feek Denies ‘Cult’ Ties and Slams Claims That His Young Daughter Is Unsafe

Rory Feek is responding to accusations from his older daughters about their concern over the well-being of their younger sister.

On Saturday (Aug. 31), the 59-year-old country star wrote a lengthy blog post, titled “love, dad,” in which he responded to accusations from his daughters Heidi, 37, and Hopie, 35, that their younger sister, Indiana, 10, is living in unsafe conditions with him and his new wife.

“I will do my best to try to respond to a few of the things that are being said, with hopes that something in what I write might be helpful,” Rory began his 3,500-word post.

In late August, Heidi and Hopie shared on Instagram that they were threatening to take legal action against Rory regarding their little sister Indiana “Indy” Boone, who has Down syndrome.

“We are pursuing legal action because we no longer believe Indiana is safe under our father’s care, and her well-being remains our top priority,” reads Heidi’s Aug. 23 post on Instagram.

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Billboard had not been able to locate a filed lawsuit at press time.

Following Rory’s marriage to Indiana’s teacher Rebecca on July 14 in Greycliff, Mont., Heidi shared posts on Instagram indicating that the 10-year-old had been left with unfamiliar family members while their father and his new wife were on their honeymoon in the Treasure State, Taste of Country reports.

Rory’s first wife, Joey, died at 40 in 2016 after a battle with cervical cancer. The duo performed under the name Joey + Rory. She was first diagnosed with cervical cancer in 2014, and he revealed the following year that they had decided to end treatment.

In another Instagram post on Aug. 29, Heidi reportedly expressed concerns that Indiana was being “left in the care of a group” identified as Montana branch of the Homestead Heritage, which calls itself an “agrarian- and craft-based intentional Christian community.” A Texas Observer report in 2012 alleged abuse within the Waco area-based group, including the sexual assault of children, which the Homestead Heritage has denied.

In his blog post on Saturday, Rory wrote that while on his honeymoon in Greycliff, Indiana was left with two families that both had children close to his daughter’s age, and that she “had a ball” during the experience.

“I am not a perfect father, but I’m also not an idiot,” the singer wrote.

He also noted that Homestead Heritage is not a cult. “Those folks are just living in a way that other people don’t like or understand, and it’s a whole lot easier to call something a cult and dismiss it than it is to look deeper into and actually find out what it is they are doing and why they’re doing it,” the musician wrote.

Rory admitted, however, that every community, church and family has its fair share of “bad apples,” but that “we should be a culture of redeeming people, not of canceling them.”

Elsewhere in his blog post, Rory explained that Indiana is no longer allowed to visit Heidi and Hopie in Alabama, but that she is allowed to speak to her older siblings on the phone.

“Every couple of months, I used to let Indiana spend a night or two with her big sisters in Alabama, but about a year ago, I stopped allowing that,” he wrote. “Mostly because they refused to respect my wishes when she was there.”

Rory goes on to explain that he is a conservative Christian and his daughters believe something “completely different,” and that they were exposing Indiana to movies and music that he didn’t approve of.

“Indiana is my daughter, and I know what Joey would want, and I am standing firmly on not compromising the values and principles that are important to me to raise Indy with,” the artist wrote. “I tell her that hopefully soon, we’ll all be back together, and she’ll get to talk to and see them again. I do look forward to that day almost as much as Indy does.”

On Saturday, Heidi responded to her father’s blog post on Instagram, writing that she and Hopie had been trying to reach him for months but he had not responded to their offline attempts. She also shared a screenshot of unanswered text messages and audio of a phone conversation where they allegedly begged him to attend family therapy.

Megan Thee Stallion & BTS’ RM Announce ‘Neva Play’ Collab: Here’s When It Arrives

Megan Thee Stallion and RM are collaborating on new music.

The 29-year-old Houston rapper announced through social media Sunday (Sept. 1) that she’s teaming up with the BTS star on the new song “Neva Play.” The collab drops on Friday, Sept. 6, and can be pre-saved on streaming services here.

“NEVA PLAY WITH RM OUT FRIDAY HOTTIES X ARMY #MEGJOON,” Megan captioned a promo drawing on Instagram of herself sporting blue hair and flashing cash while RM casually looks over his shoulder.

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She further teased in the post, “ps. This is one of my favorite RM verses I’ve heard! I’ve never heard him rap in this style before.”

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“Screaming!!!!!!!,” Halsey, who collaborated with BTS on “Boy With Luv” in 2019, wrote in the comments.

The “Hiss” rapper hinted at a new duet on X (formerly Twitter) earlier in the week, when she simply tweeted a pointed string of emojis: “?X? ?.” The cryptic post got lots of fans fired up, with some immediately guessing that the purple heart signified BTS’ involvement. The following day, BTS’ account confirmed the news of a team-up: “?X?(?),” the K-pop band wrote, retweeting her original post. “Coming Soon! ??.”

The news arrives about two months after Megan Thee Stallion released her third album, Megan, which debuted at No. 3 on the Billboard 200. Meanwhile, BTS’ full-band activities have been on pause as the members fulfill their mandatory military obligations in South Korea, with some of the boys dropping solo projects in the meantime.

“Neva Play” won’t be the first time Meg has worked with members of BTS. In 2021, she jumped on the remix to the boy band’s Billboard Hot 100-topping single “Butter,” which they all performed together at BTS’ concert in Los Angeles that November.

“I love BTS, and I was telling my manager, ‘I really want to do a song with BTS, I don’t know what I can do or what we’re going to do,’” she recalled to Entertainment Tonight the following February. “Around that the same time, they wound up reaching out to me and asking me to do the ‘Butter’ remix. So, I was like, ‘Oh my God.’”

See Megan Thee Stallion’s post about her RM collab on Instagram below.