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‘Tis officially the season, which means its time for festive songs on the radio! iHeartMedia announced that the annual station flip to holiday music kicked off on Friday (Nov. 15) with more than 85 stations across the country broadcasting modern holiday hits as well as Christmas classics from Bing Crosby, Dean Martin, Frank Sinatra and […]
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See how we broke down every song from the BTS superstar’s long-awaited solo album.
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Snoop Dogg is all aboard the Sexyy Red train. While chatting with Vibe in a video posted Wednesday (Nov. 13), the 53-year-old hip-hop icon shared the praise he gave the “Get It Sexyy” artist when they first met. “‘You got star power. I love you,’” he recalled telling her. “She said, ‘Unc, you real as […]
Kodak Black has been in the news lately due to his unsettling appearance with streamer Kai Cenat, so Gillie and Wallo of the podcast Million Dollaz Worth of Game decided to pay the enigmatic rapper a visit.
One portion of the 45-minute interview making the rounds is where Wallo — who turned his life around after serving 20 years in prison — is giving him one of his famous motivational talks. “Look at me, man,” he said as he held Kodak’s hand while looking him in the eyes. “Listen: You special. Don’t ever doubt yourself, and you got them babies counting on you. Now, there’s gonna be times where you gonna doubt yourself, you gonna be in pain, but them babies counting on you. You got to be here.”
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He added: “And I’m telling you that because a lot of people get around you and they see your success… A lot of people need you and they ‘yes man’ you. I ain’t here to ‘yes man’ you. You know me, every time we connect, you know I got love for you, not because I need you. I got love for you because you’re a young cat. And I was young. Gil was young. Live, live! And I’m telling you that because you see that love that that lady gave you? You see how you light up when I talk about your babies? Live. These people want to laugh, they want to joke, they want to criticize. They don’t know your pain. I don’t know your pain, but I know one thing. Them babies counting on you, your family counting on you, and you’re talented.”
Wallo then told Kodak not to take what he’s accomplished for granted and to be a positive example to his children. “A lot of brothers ain’t here no more that had the opportunity that you had,” he began. “Some of them in prison, some of them dead, and they looking at us like we just some n—as that don’t give a f—. We’re junkies, we’re criminals. That’s what they think of us. We got to learn how to change the narrative, brother. You got a lot of young people watching. … Don’t hurt yourself, brother.”
Kodak has faced a slew of legal issues and has battled addiction over the years. His erratic behavior during his visit with Cenat drew some concern from his peers and fans. One positive, though, was Rihanna referencing his freestyle about being offered sex while waiting for a bus. Many blamed the subject matter on the rapper being high, but he was actually referring to an old popular YouTube video titled “Sex?…I’m Just Waiting For The Bus…..(Haitian Vs. Hooker.)”
You can watch the full interview below.
It’s been six years since the tragic death of model and Sean “Diddy” Combs’ longtime Kim Porter, and the couple’s twin daughters D’Lila and Jessie paid tribute to their beloved mother on the anniversary of her death on Friday (Nov. 15). Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news “We […]
Mexico City is gearing up to host the 73rd Miss Universe pageant at Arena CDMX on Saturday (November 16), marking the event’s return to the country since 2007. In addition to crowning the next beauty queen, succeeding Nicaraguan Sheynnis Palacios, this year’s competition highlights a unique fusion of global folklore with a Mexican essence. This is thanks to Emilio Estefan, who composed the official theme song and will also serve as a judge.
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“What I like is that it blends Mexican flavors with global influences,” the acclaimed musician told Billboard Español during a Zoom interview. His meeting with Miss Universe President Raúl Rocha Cantú played a crucial role in the theme’s creation.
The 2024 jury also features a dozen distinguished figures from the entertainment, fashion and art industries, including Venezuelan singer and influencer Lele Pons and Colombian rapper Fariana. It also includes Brazilian artist Romero Britto, fashion designer Eva Cavalli, Miss Universe 1978 Margaret Gardiner, and more.
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“I think it’s important for people to realize that we are different [as Latinos]; although we are different countries, we have the same heart and a message of unity,” added Estefan.
Billboard Español spoke with the Cuban-American superproducer to discuss his creative process and expectations for the event.
As the composer of the official Miss Universe 2024 theme song, what inspired you to compose this piece and what do you hope to convey to the public?
Miss Universe has undergone an incredible transformation. President Raúl [Rocha Cantú] has made an impressive change because he is focused on creating something that can inspire a new generation and bring in new faces. When the president visited the studio, he liked a piece that I was working on at the time. He liked it so much that I ended up doing the program’s closing and the score as well. What I like is that it has a flavor of Mexico but also represents all countries around the world. As a producer, I have worked with Gloria [Estefan], Shakira, Jennifer [Lopez]… so many people throughout my career. I came from my country, Cuba, at a very young age, but I also grew up in the United States; I have a fusion of many sounds. So, I am very happy. I did it with a lot of affection and respect, and I hope people realize that Miss Universe can encompass everything.
This year, they will incorporate folk costumes styled after La Calavera Catrina in honor of the Day of the Dead. Being in Mexico, how do you think the music will enhance the appeal of the event during the live broadcast?
[It’s about] creating something new. We are going to open with a lot of rhythm and flavor. We will have many people from Mexico playing at the moment. It’s a time to [convey] a message of unity and peace to the world, which is much needed. It allows you to connect with so many people worldwide. It will be a telecast to the entire world that will showcase the culture of other countries, but most of all, Mexican folklore. Mexico has a lot of folklore and has done incredible things. I have worked with many Mexican artists, I’ve been involved in novelas.
For me, it’s a pride that the president liked [the theme]. I did it with a lot of respect and affection. I believe it’s going to be a different Miss Universe. Above all, the respect that is given to women at this time will play a very important role. The competition is not only about beauty; there have to be many other things. People like you hold important positions in the world; at this moment, women are occupying incredible positions.
I understand that you are returning as a judge after a decade. How do you foresee your past experiences enriching your perspective this year?
Having been a judge six times, from Taiwan to Panama, Ecuador, and Miami, serves me well. The good thing about this is that it’s not just about being pretty or answering a question correctly; there are many aspects to consider. When you marry someone, you marry them for their many qualities, their principles, and the commitment they have to inspire a new generation. Beauty and taking care of oneself are important, of course, but there have to be other qualities as well. I know all the women will be incredible; it’s just about choosing one. Sometimes it depends on how they answer a key question and they get nervous, not that they lack intelligence. At that moment, many people get nervous, but I believe that women now carry more weight and realize the responsibility that comes with winning the prize.
What lasting impact or feeling do you hope the musical elements of Miss Universe 2024 will leave on the global audience?
It’s a telecast that goes to many countries, from Africa, India, and the Middle East. I have [worked on the soundtracks of] 28 movies, from Top Gun, Pocahontas, The Birdcage, many others. Whenever I work on a movie, even those with American influences, I always bring the Latin flavor. Doing it in Mexico is a blessing and, above all, being able to showcase the unity of Latinos, the fusion, and Mexican culture. I think it’s very important for people to realize that we are different. Even though we are different countries, we have the same heart and we have a message of unity, and that’s very important to me.
Shyne isn’t finished talking about his relationship with Diddy.
During a recent appearance on The Stephen A. Smith Show to promote his Hulu documentary The Honorable Shyne, the rapper-turned-politician again spoke on his relationship with his former Bad Boy label boss Diddy and why it was the right time to do a documentary about his journey and second chance at life.
First, Shyne revealed that he’s been asked to make a documentary about his life for 20-plus years, and he revealed that actor and producer Mark Wahlberg had once offered him $1 million to do one. “I had been inundated with solicitations to do a documentary for the last 22 years, to be factual,” the Leader of the Opposition in the Belize House of Representatives told Stephen A. Smith. “Mark Wahlberg offered me, I think, a million-dollar deal back in 2004 and I have that proposal, I can share it with you. I just was always looking for the right partner and it had to make sense fiscally.”
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Shyne also said he waited this long because he didn’t want the documentary to just be about Diddy. “I didn’t want to tell the Diddy story, because that’s not my story,” he said. “My story is ‘next Prime Minister of Belize.’ My story is power. My story is victor. My story is triumph over tragedy. That’s my story.”
Stephen A. pushed back, though, and asked Shyne to explain exactly what happened to him and why he’s been reluctant to talk about that fateful night in 1999 and its aftermath. “In my words, I said so many years ago back in 2001,” he said, referring to his first of six XXL covers entitled Death Before Dishonor. It was me talking about not snitching on Diddy and not getting him in trouble to get myself out of trouble. I said that 20-odd years ago.
He added: “I’ve always maintained in every interview I did until recently when I healed and I moved on and I forgave, but for years I was saying what a creep I thought he was and how he destroyed my life and at one point, I thought he was the devil,” he said. “But because of the power of Diddy, which is so loud as far as a pop culture icon, nobody listened. So I moved on. And I pivoted my life to healing, to forgiveness and to taking accountability for what I can control.”
He then continued by claiming he was made the fall guy without being offered compensation for the pain and suffering he endured during his 10-year sentence. “And I can’t control what someone did to me decades ago. I can’t control them not wanting to pay reparations, not wanting to make it right,” Shyne admitted.
“People say, ‘Oh, Diddy gave me millions to go to jail.’ Nothing! Probably made two what I thought were offensive contributions over the last 20-something years, which led to a breakdown in the relations. But I moved on. So yes, was I the sacrificial lamb? Of course. Did I take the fall? Yes. There was no quid pro quo. There was not, ‘Listen, we’re gonna have $10 million waiting for you when you come out,’ or just do the right thing. I did that on my own. I’ve been saying that, it’s not anything new.”
However, he did give Diddy credit for teaching him the entertainment business and referred to the fallen mogul as a “professor” and referred to his label as “the University of Bad Boy.”
Billboard reached out to Diddy’s team for comment and received this message: “Mr. Combs categorically denies Mr. Barrow’s allegations, including any suggestion that he orchestrated Mr. Barrow to ‘take the fall’ or ‘sacrificed’ him by directing witnesses to testify against him. These claims are unequivocally false.
“Mr. Combs was acquitted of all charges related to the 1999 Club New York incident and has consistently maintained his innocence. He cannot accept or condone any characterization of his actions as ‘demonic’ or malicious.
Mr. Combs appreciates the path Mr. Barrow has pursued and wishes him continued success. It is unfortunate that Mr. Barrow has chosen to revisit these allegations. Mr. Combs trusts that responsible journalism will weigh both the established legal outcomes and Mr. Combs’ positive, longstanding support for those he has worked with.”
You can watch the full conversation below.
T.I., Lil Wayne, Jay-Z and Ye (formerly Kanye West) teamed up to form the rap Avengers in 2008 for “Swagga Like Us.” Tip joined Fat Joe for an episode of Fat Joe Talks on Friday (Nov. 15), where they dove into a multitude of topics surrounding the trap pioneer’s decorated career. One part saw T.I. […]
Lady Gaga very well may have earned herself a noise complaint during a recent hotel stay, during which she performed a snippet of intense choreography to her new single “Disease.” In a video posted Thursday, the pop star leaves her hotel room and tiptoes into the hallway before suddenly tossing her belongings to the floor, […]
Calvin Harris has released something special for Amazing Music users today (Nov. 15) with a new remix of his and Rihanna‘s 2016 collab “This Is What You Came For.” Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news The edit pares down the nearly four-minute original into a tighter two-and-a-half minute […]
