Tag: MARIAH CAREY

Did You Know ‘Not Like Us’ Producer DJ Mustard Also Created These Bangers?

Photo: Michael Buckner/Billboard (Getty Images) Even though Mustard is enjoying the most success he ever has in his life due to the popularity of Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us,” and other songs on “GNX,” he’s been a sought-after producer for a long time. Advertisement If you’re unaware, he’s worked with pop stars like Rihanna, street […]

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My (Non-Anonymous) Ballot For The 2025 Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame

I do this every year — I vote for the latest class of Rock Hall nominees, and then I share my ballot. This is my rationale, which I always state before I begin: I started voting for the Rock Hall in 2021. Before that, I spent a lot of time online complaining about the Rock […]

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Michael Jordan’s Son’s DUI Arrest Video Is Literally A Messy Train wreck Waiting To Happen

Marcus Jordan, son of NBA legend Michael Jordan, may be someone who’s used to his name being in the headlines, but it’s back there once again thanks to an unfortunate encounter with the police. And now, we’ve got video footage of the ridiculous ordeal. Suggested Reading Tristan Wilds Talks Swagger, The Wire, & D’Angelo on […]

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Michael Jordan’s Son’s DUI Arrest Video Is A Train wreck You Can’t Turn Away From

Marcus Jordan, son of NBA legend Michael Jordan, may be someone who’s used to his name being in the headlines, but it’s back there once again thanks to an unfortunate encounter with the police. And now, we’ve got video footage of the ridiculous ordeal. Suggested Reading Tristan Wilds Talks Swagger, The Wire, & D’Angelo on […]

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Have You Heard of Kris Kross? These 90s Teen Hip-Hop Stars Endured Fame and Tragedy

CHICAGO – SEPTEMBER 1994: Rappers Taji, Qu’ran and Tarik of Da Youngstas poses for photos backstage at the Riviera Theatre in Chicago, Illinois in September 1993. Photo: Raymond Boyd (Getty Images) Although Kris Kross had their own individual style, they did have beef with other young hip-hop acts that were also popular during the time, […]

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Have You Seen These 15 Amazing Luther Vandross Performances?

Luther Vandross performs on an episode of the Oprah Winfrey Show, Chicago, Illinois, June 28, 1991.Photo: Paul Natkin (Getty Images) Though Luther Vandross passed away nearly 20 years ago, his memory and musical legacy continues to live on and find is resurgence with each passing year. Advertisement If you were looking for proof of that, […]

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15 Luther Vandross Performances You Must See

Luther Vandross performs on an episode of the Oprah Winfrey Show, Chicago, Illinois, June 28, 1991.Photo: Paul Natkin (Getty Images) Though Luther Vandross passed away nearly 20 years ago, his memory and musical legacy continues to live on and find is resurgence with each passing year. Advertisement If you were looking for proof of that, […]

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A Look Inside Nick Cannon’s New Jersey Mansion…Designed Just For His Kids!

Photo: Thaddaeus McAdams (Getty Images), YouTube: Nick Cannon Fatherhood is extremely important to actor and TV show host Nick Cannon. So, when it came time for him to give the world a sneak peak into his mansion, the father of 12 enlisted the help of his twins, who he shares with singer diva Mariah Carey, […]

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A Look Inside Nick Cannon’s Kid-Friendly Mansion in NJ!

Photo: Thaddaeus McAdams (Getty Images), YouTube: Nick Cannon Fatherhood is extremely important to actor and TV show host Nick Cannon. So, when it came time for him to give the world a sneak peak into his mansion, the father of 12 enlisted the help of his twins, who he shares with singer diva Mariah Carey, […]

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It’s An All-Christmas Top 10 On The ‘Billboard’ Hot 100 Chart For The First Time Ever

It’s not new that towards the end of the year, Christmas songs dominate the top 10 of the Billboard Hot 100 chart. They’ve never achieved total domination, though, because there’s always been at least one non-holiday song that sticks around and breaks up an all-Christmas top 10. Well, that used to be true, anyway. On […]

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If You’re Not Black, Muni Long Won’t Be Writing Any ‘Soulful’ Songs for You

Muni Long has had enough — and not just anybody can take ownership of songs she writes. Suggested Reading Rep. Barbara Lee Says It’s Unfair To Ban TikTok & Defund UNRWA, A Holistic Approach Needed Off English Suggested Reading On Thursday, in a post on Instagram and TikTok, the Grammy-winning singer and songwriter gave fans […]

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Don’t Mess Around and Get Your Black Card Revoked Because You Don’t Know These 15 Christmas Songs…by Heart

Jackson 5, Eartha Kitt, RUN DMCPhoto: Michael Ochs Archives, Silver Screen Collection, Michael Ochs Archives (Getty Images) ‘Tis the season for hot chocolate and stocking stuffing! To celebrate everyone’s favorite family holiday, The Root has gathered some of the many iconic Black Christmas songs to make your Christmas day extra special. Advertisement From hits dating […]

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Finally, Some Not-So-Old Christmas Songs, From Ariana Grande And Kelly Clarkson, Hit The Hot 100 Top 10 For The First Time

We’re in the time of year when the Billboard Hot 100 chart is ruled by Christmas songs. Specifically, there’s Mariah Carey’s “All I Want For Christmas Is You” and then a bunch of hits from the ’50s and ’60s. Well, some modern classics are finally starting to emerge. On the latest Hot 100 chart (dated […]

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Spotify Revealed Its Most-Streamed Holiday Songs By Decade, Which Has Caused A Generational War Between Users

Drake isn’t the only person upset with the data reporting from streaming giant Spotify. Just as users’ frustration caused by their Spotify Wrapped results, the platform’s holiday list has swooped in to spark a generational ruckus. Yesterday (December 21) on Instagram, Spotify revealed its most-streamed holiday songs of all time. To the surprise of absolutely […]

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Black Celebs Who Died Too Young in 2024

Rich Homie Quan visits at SiriusXM Studios on May 18, 2015 in New York City.Photo: Robin Marchant (Getty Images) This year has seen a plethora of ups and downs but nothing hits as hard as the death of someone beloved. In particular, when that person is relatively young, it causes many to question how something […]

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Holiday Sports Preview: Where to Find the Biggest Games on Christmas Weekend

Photo: Ronald Martinez, Nick Cammet, Lachlan Cunningham (Getty Images) Christmas weekend usually provides a few extra games to enjoy, but this year, sports will be eating good. In the past, the holiday has been all about the NBA, with the league offering a full day of action. However, the NFL has decided to enter the […]

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Ariana Grande Has The Most Popular Christmas Song Since Mariah Carey’s ‘All I Want For Christmas For You’

This week, there are five Christmas songs in the top 10 of the Billboard Hot 100. The oldest of those holiday tracks was released in 1957 (“Jingle Bell Rock” by Bobby Helms), while the “newest” one came out 30 years ago (“All I Want For Christmas” by Mariah Carey). The others (“Rockin’ Around The Christmas […]

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What Are The Best Streaming Christmas Songs On Spotify?

(This post was originally published on December 4, 2023.) Now that we’re in the first full week of December, it’s officially time for Christmas music to start taking over. If you don’t have a holiday playlist going yet, we’re here to help. What are the best streaming Christmas songs on Spotify? As of right now, […]

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Mariah Carey Signs Rihanna’s Boob in NYC, and Social Media Can’t Keep It Together

Stars collided at the Barclays Center in New York City on Tuesday night, as an epic moment captured on video between two music icons has everyone talking. Suggested Reading Nick Cannon Let Slip Which Song Is Putting His Kids Through College Off English Suggested Reading At Mariah Carey’s Brooklyn stop of her Christmas Time tour […]

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Mariah Carey Has Tied Lil Nas X For A Streaming Record With Their Signature Songs

“All I Want For Christmas Is You” has become Mariah Carey’s unofficial signature song as a result of its popularity around the holidays (and her willingness to play into the jokey fervor surrounding her “Queen Of Christmas” persona). And now, it’s a record-making — and potentially record-breaking — hit, as it has tied another artist’s […]

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Dr. Umar And Nick Cannon Have Another Ridiculous Conversation About Parenthood — This Time Complete With Offensive Gender Double Standards

On the latest episode of “Counsel Culture,” Nick Cannon and Dr. Umar Ifatunde Johnson—a Pan-Africanist—delved into Cannon’s approach to fatherhood and if he wants his children to follow his lead. Suggested Reading Nick Cannon Let Slip Which Song Is Putting His Kids Through College Off English Suggested Reading For those who have been living under […]

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It’s Time: Christmas Music Is Back As Mariah Carey Returns To No. 1 On The ‘Billboard’ Hot 100 Chart

Well, it’s that time of year: On the latest Billboard Hot 100 chart (dated December 14), Mariah Carey’s “All I Want For Christmas Is You” returns to No. 1, for a 15th total week. This is now the sixth consecutive/total holiday season and year in the top spot for the track. (In recent years, the […]

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It’s Time: Christmas Music Is Back As Mariah Carey Returns To No. 1 On The ‘Billboard’ Hot 100 Chart

Well, it’s that time of year: On the latest Billboard Hot 100 chart (dated December 14), Mariah Carey’s “All I Want For Christmas Is You” returns to No. 1, for a 15th total week. This is now the sixth consecutive/total holiday season and year in the top spot for the track. (In recent years, the […]

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