Lil Wayne and Drake Team Up for ‘Carter V’ Single ‘Believe Me’

Lil Wayne is kicking off Tha Carter V with some help from Drake. The Young Money chief has enlisted Drizzy for the first single off his highly-anticipated album.

As part of his #WeezyWednesdays series, Wayne posted a video of him and Drake in the studio. The same video was shared by Floyd Mayweather Jr. earlier in the day.

But in this particular clip, Wayne revealed the title of their collaboration and the cover art for the song.

Earlier in the week, Kobe Bryant and Floyd had been dropping hints using the hash tag #BelieveMe.

The track was produced by Boi-1da and Vinylz.

Hear a preview of Weezy and Drizzy’s collabo below.

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Mariah Carey Announces New Album ‘Me. I Am Mariah…The Elusive Chanteuse’

As promised, Mariah Carey has announced all the details surrounding her 14th album including a title, release date, cover art, and tracklisting.

The pop diva took to Twitter on her sixth wedding anniversary and Dem Babies’ third birthday to reveal Me. I Am Mariah…The Elusive Chanteuse. The album, which is now available for pre-order on iTunes, will be released on May 27 featuring the singles “You’re Mine (Eternal)” and “#Beautiful.”

The title was inspired by a self-portrait that she drew when she was three years old. The illustration is also featured on the back cover.

“Please don’t judge me for such a simplistic title. Come on, I was only three-and-a-half,” said Mariah. “It was a creative visualization of how I saw myself with the purity of a child’s heart before it was ever broken.”

The 15-track standard edition features appearances from Nas, Wale, Fabolous, and Miguel, with production from Hit-Boy, Jermaine Dupri, Rodney Jerkins, and more.

The deluxe adds three additional tracks including last year’s ballad “The Art of Letting Go” and her previously leaked collaborations with R. Kelly and Mary J. Blige off her scrapped Memoirs of an Imperfect Angel remix album.

Deluxe Cover Art

Me. I Am Mariah… The Elusive Chanteuse Tracklisting

1. “Cry.”

2. “Faded”

3. “Dedicated” (feat. Nas)

4. “#Beautiful” (feat. Miguel)

5. “Thirsty”

6. “Make It Look Good”

7. “You’re Mine (Eternal)”

8. “You Don’t Know What to Do” (feat. Wale)

9. “Supernatural”

10. “Meteorite”

11. “Camouflage”

12. “Money ($ * / …)” [feat. Fabolous]

13. “One More Try”

14. “Heavenly (No Ways Tired/Can’t Give Up Now)”

15. “Me. I Am Mariah…The Elusive Chanteuse”

Deluxe

16. “It’s a Wrap” (feat. Mary J. Blige)

17. “Betcha Gon’ Know” (feat. R. Kelly)

18. “The Art of Letting Go”

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New Music: Pharrell Williams – ‘Smile’

Pharrell spreads more sunshine with “Smile,” a bonus track that appears on the Japanese edition of his second album G I R L.

Just like his hit “Happy” (which spends its 10th week at No. 1), the feel-good track features a catchy hook and optimistic lyrics. A joyous Pharrell sings about being a father and “F.E.A.R.,” which he defines as “false evidence of appearing real.”

During his visit to Howard Stern this week, he also revealed that “Happy” was originally recorded by CeeLo Green (“He wanted to do it, but I think some folks on his team just felt that the priority should’ve been on his album at the time”) and that he first offered Britney Spears’ “I’m a Slave 4 U” to Janet Jackson.

Stream “Smile” and listen to his full interview with Howard below.

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New Music: Chance the Rapper – ‘I Am Very Very Lonely’

In honor of the one-year anniversary of his mixtape Acid Rap, Chance the Rapper gives his fans a new song. The Chicago rapper, who canceled more tour dates to recover from the flu and tonsillitis, sings about his lonesome activities, including watching TV, smoking, and fixing the dishwasher, on the three-minute track.

“It’s just me and la cucaracha / Cold piece with the hot Sriracha tonight,” sings Chance.

Listen to his anthem for the loners and stoners below.

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Lil Wayne and Drake Hit the Studio for ‘Tha Carter V’

Carter V season has begun. Lil Wayne is getting fans hyped for his final album by dropping teasers through some of his famous friends.

On Monday, Kobe Bryant posted a promo photo for Tha Carter V on his Instagram and Twitter accounts. “Carter V season begins #carterV,” tweeted the Lakers star.

The latest teaser comes via Floyd Mayweather Jr., who posted a 15-second Instagram video of Weezy and Drake in the studio. The Young Money rappers bob their heads while the instrumental for a new song plays over the footage.

“#CarterV Season #BelieveMe,” tweeted the boxing champ.

Drake previously revealed that Wayne’s album would drop on May 5, but the fifth installment in the Carter series no longer has an official release date.

In addition to Drake, Wayne recently reunited in the studio with former Cash Money producer Mannie Fresh.

“I’m approaching it like it is my last project and I think that’s why it’s a lot different than everything else,” said Weezy. “I’m approaching it as if you don’t have tomorrow.”

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Frank Ocean, Pharrell Attend TIME 100 Gala

Musicians, politicians, athletes, and activists gathered under one roof to celebrate TIME’s 100 Most Influential People in the World. While cover star Beyoncé was a no show, Pharrell Williams and Frank Ocean did attend the black-tie gala held at Jazz at Lincoln Center in New York City on Tuesday.

With his wife Helen Lasichanh by his side, Pharrell rocked jeans, a short blazer, adidas Stan Smiths, and a Mickey Mouse Band-Aid on his chain. He mingled with fellow honoree Carrie Underwood and had the crowd on its feet with his hits including “Happy” and “Get Lucky.”

Frank Ocean, who was honored by the magazine last year, took a break from recording his sophomore album and hit the red carpet in a suit and Vans sneakers, with his mother Katonya as his date.

“Night out with my handsome son! What an incredible group of people tonight!” tweeted Katonya.

The 2014 list of honorees also includes Miley Cyrus, President Obama, Serena Williams, Kerry Washington, and more.

See more photos from the star-studded evening below.

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Future and Iggy Azalea Score Top 3 Debuts

It was a close call on the charts this week as Future and Iggy Azalea battled it out for the No. 2 spot.

The Atlanta rapper’s sophomore album Honest squeaks into second place on the Billboard 200, selling 53,000 copies in its first week. He earns his best sales week and highest-charting album yet following his 2012 debut Pluto, which entered at No. 8 (41,000).

Not far behind is Aussie rap sensation Iggy Azalea, who works her way into the No. 3 spot with her debut The New Classic. Led by the Charli XCX-assisted hit “Fancy,” the album was just shy of 1,000 copies away from Future with 52,000.

The New Classic is the highest-charting rap album from a woman on the Billboard 200 since Nicki Minaj’s Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded debuted at No. 1 in April 2012.

Last week, industry pundits predicted that Iggy would outsell Future, but Future moved more physical units.

However, both were no match for Disney’s Frozen, which once again ruled the Billboard 200 with an additional 115,000 copies.

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Lil’ Kim Goes in Disguise for ‘Celebrities Undercover’

Lil’ Kim wanted to see just how hardcore her fans were, so she went in disguise for an episode of Oxygen’s “Celebrities Undercover.”

After undergoing her transformation, the hip-hop icon hit the streets as a pregnant Indian lady named Jamila. She lined up alongside her fans, who thought they were attending a VIP listening party. Little did they know that the Queen Bee was right beside them, listening to what they had to say about her.

She pretended to go into labor before revealing her true identity. But she wasn’t able to fool all her fans, who had their suspicions.

“This experience did change me a little bit because now I know that my fans are definitely hardcore,” said Kim.

Watch the big reveal below.

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Usher Teases New Single ‘Good Kisser’

Ten years after releasing his seminal album Confessions, Usher is preparing his next big project. In between his coaching gig on “The Voice,” the R&B superstar has been in the studio working on his eighth album, the follow-up to 2012′s Looking 4 Myself.

After dropping hints on Instagram, he has officially announced his brand new single “Good Kisser” and posted a teaser video. In the 40-second clip, he shows off some slick moves as he performs on a black sound stage with “XY” in fluorescent lights behind him.

Usher has been in the studio with hitmakers including Rico Love, Jermaine Dupri, Mike WiLL Made It, and Pharrell, who he joined onstage at Coachella earlier this month.

“Please get ready for this man’s next album. It’s so amazing!” Pharrell told the crowd.

Watch the teaser below and get ready for Usher’s return.

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New Music: The-Dream – ‘Black’

In the wake of Donald Sterling’s racist remarks, The-Dream speaks out on a new song called “Black.” The singer-songwriter pens a powerful track about the injustice in the world and its alienating effect, while the lyric video shows images of civil rights leaders and historic events.

“I feel real black right now, real black right now,” he sings over the marching instrumental.

He ends the video with the message: “Black isn’t just a color. Black isn’t just a race anymore. It’s a feeling and a place from which one feels isolated by the world of the governing elite. Classism is the new racism.”

Hear The-Dream’s inspiring anthem below.

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New Music: Plies – ‘Donald Sterling: Racist Muthafu**a’

Everyone from Lil Wayne to President Obama has weighed in on Donald Sterling’s racist remarks. Now Plies goes on the record with an expletive-laden song dedicated to the Clippers owner, who was banned from the NBA today.

“They say the world that we live in is such a beautiful place / But how the fuck that is the case if you still judge by race?” he asks on the Shawn T.-produced track.

The Florida rapper has also recorded a remix to K. Michelle’s “Can’t Raise a Man” and enlisted August Alsina for his new single “Jump.”

Hear Plies go off on Sterling below.

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New Music: Bas f/ J. Cole – ‘My Ni**a Just Made Bail’

J. Cole’s Dreamville label celebrates its first release with Last Winter, the debut album from Queens rapper Bas. In addition to appearances from Mack Wilds and K-Quick, Cole guests on two tracks including “Lit” and “My Ni**a Just Made Bail,” a narrative about misfortune, ingratitude, and fleeting redemption.

Cole spits a truthful verse and sings the hook, which borrows from En Vogue and George Clinton & Parliament Funkadelic.

“Free your mind and everything will follow,” he sings over the guitar riff.

Plus, watch Bas’ video for “Building Blocks (Interlude)” below.

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Mariah Carey Models Lingerie on Wonderland Cover

Mariah Carey is breaking out her breasts and the bubbly. The 44-year-old diva undresses for the provocative cover of U.K. magazine Wonderland .

In the Terry Richardson-shot photo, a lingerie-clad Mimi dons a black lace bra, panties, and suspender set by Agent Provocateur and black silk jacket by Roberto Cavalli, while holding a glass of champagne and a pearl necklace.

Her 14th album is due in late May featuring contributions from Nas, Wale, Jermaine Dupri, Q-Tip, Rodney Jerkins, and Hit-Boy.

Despite being dubbed a “Beyoncé-style release,” Mariah’s rep has told Billboard that the album will receive a simultaneous digital and physical release.

She will announce the title and on-sale date, and reveal the cover art and tracklisting at once.

The Summer 2014 issue of Wonderland hits U.K. newsstands on Friday.

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New Music: Tiffany Evans – ‘Move That Dope (Remix)’

As part of her Tiffany Tuesdays series, Tiffany Evans drops her Little Lady remix to Future’s “Move That Dope.”

The 21-year-old songstress, best known for her 2007 single “Promise Ring,” takes charge with her bossy remake, singing and rapping over the Mike WiLL Made It-produced beat. She also plans to release a video for the song.

Future’s Honest hit has also inspired a much different remix from Busta Rhymes.

Listen to both below.

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Rihanna Gets Naked for Lui Magazine

Rihanna is taking it all off. The sexy superstar strips down for the cover of French adult entertainment magazine Lui. Wearing a bucket hat and braids, she kicks back in a chair with her breasts completely exposed for the provocative shoot, which was modeled after a 1972 cover of the magazine.

The rest of the photos, shot in the Hollywood Hills by famed photographer Mario Sorrenti, are even more racy. RiRi wears no panties with her booty in the air and lies by the pool wearing only a pair of mint heels, with her tan line prominently showing.

See the uncensored pics below.

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Video Premiere: Jessi Malay – ‘Give Me Life’

Jessi Malay gets high on love in the video for “Give Me Life,” the title track from her forthcoming EP. While having some late-night fun with her girlfriends, she meets one special guy at a party and falls madly in love. They ride through the desert and make out in a hotel room in the steamy clip, shot in L.A.

“This song is about that moment when you meet that special person that changes the rest of your life, and nothing is ever the same after that,” said the singer-songwriter, who also runs her own fashion blog My White T. “We wanted to portray that feeling in the video and how love can be so intoxicating, it’s literally like a drug. This is the first video of five off the EP that tell this love story.”

Jessie’s EP Give Me Life arrives May 13 on iTunes featuring the single “Do Not Disturb.”

Watch the exclusive video premiere right here on Rap-Up.com.

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Album Cover: Lil Wayne – ‘Tha Carter V’

Lil Wayne has revealed the cover art for his fifth and final solo album Tha Carter V. While there was debate about its authenticity, Wayne’s Facebook page and YoungMoney.com have confirmed that this is indeed the official cover.

Kobe Bryant was first to unveil the artwork on Twitter and Instagram. “Carter V season begins #carterV,” tweeted the Lakers star.

Wayne reposted the image on Twitter, writing, “Believe me.”

While previous Carter covers have featured photos of Wayne as a child, Tha Carter V artwork is simpler and includes a large roman numeral “V” with “Tha Carter V” written around it in red.

C5 was originally due May 5, but no longer has an official release date. Wayne has been in the studio with Drake and most recently Mannie Fresh.

“I’m approaching it like it is my last project and I think that’s why it’s a lot different than everything else,” said Weezy. “I’m approaching it as if you don’t have tomorrow.”

Believe me. http://ift.tt/POwbRv

— Lil Wayne WEEZY F (@LilTunechi) April 29, 2014

What do you think of the cover art? Weigh in below.

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Future Performs ‘I Won’ and ‘Honest’ on ‘Arsenio’

Future got Honest with “Arsenio” on Monday. The Atlanta rapper performed a mash-up of “I Won” and the title track off his sophomore album, and sat down for his first late-night interview.

He spoke about being called the “voice of hip-hop today” by The New York Times (“That’s major”), his many nicknames, his relationship with the Dungeon Family, and his fiancé Ciara.

The couple has chosen a name for their son, but he didn’t reveal it. He did, however, reveal her cravings for cereal.

He also said that “Move That Dope” is his favorite song on Honest, which is expected to debut at No. 3, selling 45-50,000 copies in its first week.

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Report: Kanye West and Kim Kardashian to Get Married This Week

Kanye West and Kim Kardashian are ready to make it official. The superstar couple will reportedly get married in a civil ceremony this week.

According to TMZ, the rapper and reality star will tie the knot without fanfare before the week is over.

Sources close to the couple say that they have obtained a “confidential” marriage license so no one officially knows.

It will be a “courthouse wedding” with a lavish ceremony to follow at a later date.

It is rumored that the wedding reception will take place in Paris in late May. Kanye and Kim were recently seen touring Château Louis XIV, a 17th century castle right outside the city and the possible site for their nuptials.

Kanye reportedly asked actors James Franco and Seth Rogen to perform their “Bound 2″ video parody at the reception.

The groom has been very hands-on with the planning. “Kanye really cares and he’s really passionate about it,” Kim told Jimmy Kimmel. “It makes my job really easy, but I love it ’cause he knows what he wants and I love that about him.”

Once married, Kim will take on Kanye’s last name.

This will be the first marriage for Kanye and the third for Kim. The couple got engaged in an over-the-top ceremony at San Francisco’s AT&T Park on Kim’s birthday in October.

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New Music: 50 Cent f/ Kidd Kidd – ‘Everytime I Come Around’

For the latest installment in his Animal Ambition series, 50 Cent links with his G-Unit signee Kidd Kidd on “Everytime I Come Around.” The rap kingpin issues a stern warning on the grimy track: Mess with his crew and he won’t hesitate to blast off.

“When you fuck with the homies while I got it on me, you’ll catch a bad break, man,” raps Fif.

He will release a new song each week until May 20 leading up to the release of Animal Ambition on June 3. The 11-track album features Trey Songz, Jadakiss, Yo Gotti, Prodigy, Styles P, and more.

The video for “Everytime I Come Around” will premiere tomorrow at 10 a.m.

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New Music: Big K.R.I.T. – ‘Mt. Olympus’

Big K.R.I.T. unleashes a beast on “Mt. Olympus,” the first single off his sophomore album Cadillactica. On the fiery four-minute track, the Mississippi MC takes the fickle industry to task (“Now they wanna hear a country ni**a rap”) and responds to Kendrick Lamar’s “Control” verse, on which he was mentioned.

“That ‘Control’ beat is like an ugly bitch that everybody done fucked raw / Maybe you hit it,” raps K.R.I.T on the self-produced track.

Expect more heat from K.R.I.T. when Cadillactica is released this fall.

[Billboard]

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New Music: Ester Dean – ‘Get My Dough’

When she’s not lending her songwriting talents to Beyoncé, Rihanna, and Katy Perry, Ester Dean has been focusing on her solo career. Following her 2009 debut single “Drop It Low” featuring Chris Brown, the singer-songwriter pens the catchy “Get My Dough” for the soundtrack to The Other Woman starring Cameron Diaz, Kate Upton, Leslie Mann, and Nicki Minaj.

“I’m not a slut, I’m not a tramp, I’m not a ho, but I’ma get my dough,” sings Ester.

She will also reprise her role as Cynthia Rose in the sequel to Pitch Perfect, which is scheduled to hit theaters in May 2015.

Listen to her get-money anthem below.

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DJ Khaled Announces New Single Featuring Jay Z

DJ Khaled has worked with hip-hop’s finest including Kanye West, Lil Wayne, and Drake, and now he’s scored his biggest feature yet. The We the Best CEO has enlisted Jay Z for “They Don’t Love You No More,” the first single off his upcoming eighth album.

“I am honored to work with Jay Z on my new album,” said Khaled. “I’ve worked so hard to get to this point. My fans expect me to be greater and keep being great, so I made it my business and I made it a mission to secure more wins.”

In the trailer, Khaled rides through Jay Z’s old neighborhood of Marcy Projects and immerses himself in the world of the hip-hop mogul.

The follow-up to last year’s Suffering From Success is due later this year.

Watch Khaled’s big announcement below.

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New Music: The Roots f/ Raheem DeVaughn – ‘Tomorrow’

Just days after giving us the tracklisting, The Roots unleash another new song off their upcoming 11th album …and then you shoot your cousin , due May 19.

Questlove, Black Thought, and the rest of the legendary crew tap R&B crooner Raheem DeVaughn for the piano-driven “Tomorrow.”

Stream the five-minute track below.

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New Music: Justin Bieber – ‘We Were Born for This’

Justin Bieber is not going anywhere. After dropping the Poo Bear-assisted “Hard 2 Face Reality” over the weekend, the pop sensation debuts another new song entitled “We Were Born for This.” He expresses his gratitude to his fans and declares his commitment to his craft on the breathy acoustic ballad.

“Sacrifice what meant the most to me / Yes I did,” he sings.

Listen to Bizzle’s heartfelt dedication to his Beliebers.

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Rita Ora Performs ‘I Will Never Let You Down’ Acoustic

Rita Ora has been hard at work promoting her new single “I Will Never Let You Down” in the U.S. In addition to “The Tonight Show” and “The Breakfast Club,” the blonde Brit visited SiriusXM, where she performed an acoustic version of the Whitney Houston-inspired song.

“I love the feeling of ‘I Wanna Dance With Somebody’ and ‘How Will I Know,’” Rita told MTV News. “[Whitney] was a queen at doing love songs you could dance to.”

On Sunday, she also stopped by Bravo’s “Watch What Happens Live,” where she dished to Andy Cohen about her boyfriend Calvin Harris and her role in the Shades of Grey movie.

Her sophomore album is due this September featuring contributions from DJ Mustard, Diplo, Macklemore, and Prince.

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Video: Shanell f/ Yo Gotti – ‘Catch Me at the Light’

Vroom vroom. Shanell rides alongside Yo Gotti in the video for “Catch Me at the Light” off the Young Money: Rise of an Empire compilation.

The sexy songstress, who is readying her mixtape Nobody’s Bitch 2, and Memphis rapper show off their whip appeal while cruising with some friends in a parking lot at night.

Buckle up and enjoy the ride.

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Rihanna Goes Camouflage at Nets Game

After attending Friday’s game, Rihanna was back at Barclays Center for Game 4 of the Eastern Conference playoffs as the Brooklyn Nets took on Drake’s home team, the Toronto Raptors, on Sunday.

Wearing a Christopher Kane camouflage dress and Nike Air Jordan XX8 “Red Elephant” sneakers, the singer snacked on popcorn while cheering on the Nets from her courtside seat.

She signed a Nets cap for one young fan and had some fun with her BFF Melissa Forde, poking her with a giant foam fist, and even asking her fans to caption the funny photo on Instagram.

See more pics from the girls’ night out below.

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OutKast Returns Home for CounterPoint Festival

After kicking off their 20th anniversary tour at Coachella, OutKast returned to their home state of Georgia to close out the 2014 CounterPoint Music & Arts Festival on Sunday.

André 3000 and Big Boi headlined the three-day event at Kingston Downs in Rome, the second stop on their 40-plus festival trek, which also includes the BET Experience in L.A. and Drake’s OVO Fest in Toronto.

Despite the stormy weather, the hip-hop duo brought their infectious energy to the stage, treating the wet hometown crowd to their hits including “B.O.B.,” “Ms. Jackson,” “So Fresh, So Clean,” and “Rosa Parks.”

“It’s good to be back in the dirty, dirty,” said Big Boi. “ATL, you know what it is. We love y’all. … 20 years and we still here.”

Janelle Monáe, who was also on the bill, shook it like a Polaroid picture while André 3000 performed “Hey Ya!”

Watch the ATLiens bring it on home below.

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New Music: Waka Flocka Flame – ‘Slippin’

Following his foray into EDM with Steve Aoki on “Rage the Night Away,” Waka Flocka Flame returns to the trap on “Slippin,” produced by Mike WiLL Made It. The Atlanta rapper fires off warning shots (“Don’t let me catch you slippin”) on the street anthem off his upcoming album Flockaveli 2.

[The FADER]

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Beyoncé and Jay Z Announce ‘On the Run Tour’

Mr. and Mrs. Carter are taking the show “On the Run.” Beyoncé and Jay Z have put the rumors to rest and announced dates for a co-headlining stadium tour.

“On the Run Tour: Beyoncé and Jay Z,” named after their collaboration on Jay Z’s album Magna Carta…Holy Grail, kicks off on June 25 at Miami’s Sun Life Stadium.

The 16-date trek will play stadiums including East Rutherford’s MetLife Stadium, Atlanta’s Georgia Dome, New Orleans’ Mercedes-Benz Superdome, and L.A.’s Rose Bowl, before winding down August 5 at San Francisco’s AT&T Park.

The tour, in partnership with Beyoncé’s charitable organization #BeyGOOD, will donate $1 from every ticket purchased to the Shawn Carter Foundation to support students.

Both superstars recently completed solo tours. Beyoncé is fresh off her worldwide “Mrs. Carter Show World Tour,” while Jay Z wrapped his “Magna Carter World Tour” earlier this year.

Tickets go on sale to the general public starting Friday, May 2, with a pre-sale beginning Wednesday, April 30, at 10 a.m. local time.

Chase cardholders will receive advance access to purchase tickets beginning Tuesday, April 29 at 10 a.m. through 10 p.m. local time.

See an itinerary below.

“On the Run Tour: Beyoncé and Jay Z” Dates

June 25 – Miami, FL – Sun Life Stadium

June 28 – Cincinnati, OH – Great American Ballpark

July 1 – Foxborough, MA – Gillette Stadium

July 5 – Philadelphia, PA – Citizen’s Bank Park

July 7 – Baltimore, MD – M & T Bank Stadium

July 9 – Toronto, ON – Rogers Centre

July 11 – East Rutherford, NJ – MetLife Stadium

July 15 – Atlanta, GA – Georgia Dome

July 18 – Houston, TX – Minute Maid Park

July 20 – New Orleans, LA – Mercedes-Benz Superdome

July 22 – Dallas, TX – AT&T Stadium

July 24 – Chicago, IL – Soldier Field

July 27 – Winnipeg, MB – Investor Group Field

July 30 – Seattle, WA – Safeco Field

August 2 – Los Angeles, CA – Rose Bowl

August 5 – San Francisco, CA – AT&T Park

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New Music: Ariana Grande f/ Iggy Azalea – ‘Problem’

She topped the charts with her debut Yours Truly, and less than a year later, Ariana Grande is back with the first single off her sophomore album.

After debuting the song at the Radio Disney Music Awards, the pint-sized powerhouse rolls out the studio version of “Problem.” The infectious horn-heavy tune features an empowering verse from Iggy Azalea and a whispering Big Sean on the hook.

“Head in the clouds / Got no weight on my shoulders / I should be wiser and realize that I’ve got / One less problem without ya,” she sings.

Ariana has finished recording her sophomore album, which is due later this year.

Push play on “Problem” below.

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Ariana Grande Debuts New Single ‘Problem’ at Radio Disney Music Awards

After weeks of teasing, Ariana Grande finally debuted her brand new single “Problem” at the Radio Disney Music Awards in L.A. on Saturday. Wearing Mickey Mouse ears and a black bustier, the 20-year-old diva danced across the Nokia Theatre stage while singing the jazzy tune, which features a verse from Iggy Azalea and a whispering Big Sean on the hook.

“Heads in the clouds / Got no weight on my shoulders / I should be wiser and realize that I’ve got / One less problem without ya,” she sings.

The full performance will air tonight at 8 p.m. on the Disney Channel, while the song will be available on iTunes at midnight.

If you can’t wait, watch some fan-filmed footage of the performance below.

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Nicki Minaj Scores No. 1 Movie with ‘The Other Woman’

Nicki Minaj can add another No. 1 to her résumé. The rapper-turned-actor helped lead The Other Woman to a box office victory over the weekend.

The romantic comedy co-starring Cameron Diaz, Leslie Mann, and Kate Upton opened with $24.7 million in North America, unseating Captain America: The Winter Soldier.

Nicki makes her big screen acting debut as Diaz’ opinionated assistant Lydia in the film, directed by Nick Cassavetes.

“I was so nervous,” Nicki said of her role. “I felt a lot of pressure ’cause I am sitting this close to Cameron Diaz and I know if I don’t get my lines right, she has to do her lines over. That pressure was scary.”

The debut exceeded analysts’ forecasts of $17 million.

This is not Nicki’s first No. 1 film. She previously voiced a woolly mammoth in the animated movie Ice Age: Continental Drift, which opened with $46 million in July 2012.

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