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Black America Web
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Black America Web
Escape Room & New Love: Teyana Taylor Unpacks New Chapter Of Her Career & Relationship With Aaron Pierre
Teyana Taylor's interview with Hot 97 has offered fans a deep dive into her life, career, and new album in a candid conversation. The highly anticipated album, Escape Room , is set to drop soon, and in her recent appearance, she shared intimate details about her new relationship and a surprising health setback. Source: Bruce Glikas / Getty In Teyana Taylor's interview with Hot 97's Nessa, the artist opened up about her decision to return from a brief retirement, revealing the new inspiration that brought her back to the music world. She shared the meaning behind her album title, Escape Room , which she says reflects her journey of navigating various challenges in her life. The interview also covered her new single, 'Bed of Roses,' and the steamy visual that features actor Aaron Pierre. Teyana gushed about her new love, sharing how safe, loved, and understood Aaron makes her feel and revealing where their relationship stands today. 'What me and Aaron have… is very healthy and very and it's very gentle. It's very soft and it's very sweet and it's very warm, and it's one of the best feelings I've ever had,' she stated. 'And most importantly, it's so safe.' We care about your data. See our privacy policy. Teyana also made a point to address recently ending her marriage and noted that it was important for her to make sure the narrative didn't unjustly paint her ex as a villain. The artist reflected on the hardest and most personal songs on her upcoming project, and she revealed that the album's powerful opening monologue in her song 'Long Time,' which covers heartbreak beyond just romantic relationships, is narrated by none other than Taraji P. Henson. She also spoke about how she uses narration to carry emotion throughout the album and what moved her to tears while making the project Beyond her album, Teyana Taylor's interview also touched upon her work as a creative director and her upcoming film One Battle After Another with Leonardo DiCaprio, which is set to be released on September 26. In addition to her career pivots, return to Def Jam, and co-parenting, she also shared that she has been attending culinary school. However, despite all her professional endeavors, Teyana has recently faced an unforeseen personal setback that will require her to take a break. As BOSSIP reported, the singer took to Instagram on Wednesday, August 6, to reveal that doctors discovered a growth on her vocal cords, which requires her to undergo emergency surgery. 'I've been quietly dealing with some vocal challenges for a while now. And after a lot of back and forth with my doctors, I've been told I need vocal surgery immediately,' she wrote on her Instagram Story. 'They found a noncancerous growth on one of my cords that's been messing with my voice and causing real discomfort. Thankfully, we caught it & it's treatable—but it does mean I need to pause and give myself time to fully heal.' This health scare is particularly devastating for Teyana, who expressed that it 'breaks my heart' to step back from her upcoming engagements, which included an appearance on Michelle Obama's podcast. She also shared her frustration because she had 'poured so much of myself into this next chapter.' Luckily for fans, Teyana confirmed that her album, Escape Room, and its accompanying short film are still set to release on August 22 as planned. Teyana framed the situation as a personal 'escape room' that she didn't ask for, but one she has to navigate with patience and faith. She ended her post on a hopeful note, telling fans, 'Thank you for rocking with me through it all… For the grace, the love, and the space to heal. I can't wait to be on the other side of this—stronger, softer, and singing again.' The post Escape Room & New Love: Teyana Taylor Unpacks New Chapter Of Her Career & Relationship With Aaron Pierre appeared first on Bossip. SEE ALSO Escape Room & New Love: Teyana Taylor Unpacks New Chapter Of Her Career & Relationship With Aaron Pierre was originally published on
Black America Web
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Black America Web
Teyana Taylor Beams Over Aaron Pierre In New Interview: ‘I Feel Safe'
Source: Johnny Nunez / Getty For the past few months,Teyana Taylor and Aaron Pierre have been setting the internet ablaze with their romance, which initially started as rumors and speculation but was ultimately confirmed. Now, on the heels of her latest musical effort, Taylor is opening up about the couple's relationship. In an interview with Complex to promote her upcoming visual EP Escape Room , Taylor gushed about the role that Pierre played in the creative process, but also how he navigates their relationship, allowing her to tap into her soft girl era. 'He damn near EP'd it. It felt good to have someone be as passionate and as serious as you are…To have someone on your side fully hear you and don't think that your visions are crazy,' she said of how Pierre was supportive of her creative process. Speaking of their relationship dynamic, Taylor stated that Pierre handles her very delicately, something that she appreciates. 'I'm very big on how you handle me, and I feel like you gotta handle me like a cup of tea.' 'With a cup of tea you walk slower, you're more calm, you're more delicate,' Taylor continued. 'I feel like I am a cup of tea and I feel like he handles me as such. You know, he's very, very gentle. It allows me to feel warm and to feel safe, and not be in survival mode.' In a June 2025 interview with GQ , Taylor shared similar sentiments about the actor, revealing how protective he is of her and their relationship. 'He's a real big music head and just how hands-on he's been on this album with me has been really amazing to see,' she told the outlet. 'You ever sit back and be like, 'This person don't play about me'? I was like, 'Yeah, you need to be my leading man, because you understand every single song, every single emotion, every single feeling, which is that, on set, you're going to bring it.'' Escape Room , led by the singles 'Long Time' and 'Bed of Roses,' is slated for an August release. SEE ALSO Teyana Taylor Beams Over Aaron Pierre In New Interview: 'I Feel Safe' was originally published on
Yahoo
15-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Teyana Taylor praises Aaron Pierre's passion for her new album, ‘Escape Room'
Key Takeaways: Trending A deep dive into Will Smith's 'Just the Two of Us' and its lasting legacy 14 songs to add to your Father's Day playlist Ananda Lewis' sister shares that her dying wish was to see her son graduate: 'She did exactly that' Teyana Taylor's new project, Escape Room, blends music and film into a visual album experience. Aaron Pierre was 'hands-on' with the project, earning praise from Taylor for his passion and input. Taylor envisions her music being admired on stage like a Broadway musical. Teyana Taylor is full of the best surprises these days! After taking a five-year hiatus from music, she is back in go-mode and applying all the right pressure with her new single, 'Long Time.' The track's pulsating bass line melds into her raspy cooing of 'Should've been walked out this b**ch a long time' only for the beat to switch up, offering listeners a heart-wrenching vibe as she sings, 'Why won't you love me back to life?' The video, released on June 4, boasts two leading men: LaKeith Stanfield and the internet's latest obsession, Aaron Pierre. Taylor and the Rebel Ridge star sent fans into hysterics when they seemingly soft-launched their relationship on social media in celebration of his 31st birthday — but neither of them has explicitly given their close bond a title. Yet, as it turns out, their chemistry showcased in the visual is woven into the DNA of her upcoming album, Escape Room. The project is slated for release in August. In a new GQ feature published on Wednesday (June 11), the multihyphenate entertainer shared that Pierre played an integral role in supporting her during the creative journey. She dropped off her last LP, The Album, in 2020. Following its release, she parted ways with Def Jam Recordings. She has since resigned with the label. 'They came with a new team and a new plan. They made the proper choices to make sure they came back to me at their best,' said the infinitely talented creative. Speaking of the new body of work she crafted, Taylor said that Pierre 'd**n near EPed the album. He's so on top of it, and so involved, and so passionate in regards to the album.' The Mufasa: The Lion King actor is not just a sex symbol and on-screen gem; He also has an ear for music and appreciation for the little details. She shared, 'He would be like, 'Oh, yeah, that melody right there? That was fire.' I'm like, 'Thank you. I thought nobody was going to notice that,'' and gushed, 'He's a real big music head.' Furthermore, the Harlem-bred superstar shared, 'And just how hands-on he's been on this album with me has been really amazing to see. [Do] you ever sit back and be like, 'This person [doesn't] play about me'? I was like, 'Yeah, you need to be my leading man, because you understand every single song, every single emotion, [and] every single feeling, which [means] that on set, you're going to bring it.'' Taylor is already proving that she is an undeniable force on the big screen. Her movie roles include Tyler Perry's Madea's Big Happy Family and Straw, starring opposite Leonardo DiCaprio in One Battle After Another, and 2023's A Thousand and One, to name a few. Escape Room will join the year's catalogue of visual albums when it comes out later this summer, but Taylor is already imagining all the ways she wants fans to experience the world of her music. As told to GQ, she wants 'to eventually bring an album to Broadway.' But for now, 'I want my tours and my shows to feel like a musical on Broadway and not just a concert,' she said. With Escape Room, Taylor isn't just making a comeback; She's charting a new artistic experience. Blending music, film, and raw emotion, this project marks a new era of creative control. You Might Also Like Shannon Sharpe apologizes to Nicki Minaj after past comment sparks diss track response Tommy Davidson talks 'Martin' spinoff & why he loves working with Martin Lawrence: 'He's fearless like me'
Yahoo
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Teyana Taylor Makes the BET Awards Her ‘Escape Room' in Fiery Performance
After ending her five-year hiatus from music this month, Teyana Taylor took the stage at the BET Awards to perform her latest single 'Long Time' and a seemingly unreleased track on an artful and complex set. Her performance began in front of a backdrop of skyscrapers in flames. Wore red from head to toe as she glided across the stage to a new track where she sings, 'It's cold outside, but inside I'm on fire.' Then, actor Taraji P. Henson made a surprise appearance as a narrator, floating from near the ceiling in a floor-length white gown. Alluding to Taylor's forthcoming concept album Escape Room, Henson warned, 'Even love is something you must escape.' Next, Taylor performed 'Long Time' while floating herself, wearing a silver, robotic getup surrounded by long, loose cables. She commanded a troupe of over a dozen dancers on the ground while she danced in the air, and sparks flew from the ceiling. More from Rolling Stone Lil Wayne Wows the BET Awards With 'A Milli' Performance Doechii Slams Trump's L.A. Protest Crackdown While Accepting BET Award BET Awards 2025: The Complete Winners List To top it off, Taylor's production company, The Aunties, was also in charge of the creative direction for the Awards' tribute to BET's iconic music video countdown show, 106 & Park. Of course, Taylor has had a long and sweeping career, from choreographing Beyoncé's 'Ring the Alarm' music video at just 16 years old, to signing with Pharrell's Star Trak imprint before a stint with Kanye West's G.O.O.D. music, too. She also has had a celebrated career as an actor, starring in the critically acclaimed film A Thousand and One in 2023 and with a turn next to Leonardo DiCaprio in One Battle After Another, coming soon. Last week, Taylor announced her fourth album, Escape Room, which is due out in August. It marks her first album in five years, following The Album from June 2020. Actors Aaron Pierre and Lakeith Stanfield star in the music video for the Escape Room single 'Long Time' that Taylor released last week. Best of Rolling Stone Sly and the Family Stone: 20 Essential Songs The 50 Greatest Eminem Songs All 274 of Taylor Swift's Songs, Ranked
Toronto Sun
09-06-2025
- Politics
- Toronto Sun
U.S. Army video of parade prep appeared to show ‘Hang Fauci' graffiti
Published Jun 09, 2025 • 2 minute read An Army video of tanks headed to D.C. for a June 14 parade appears to show 'hang Fauci and Bill Gates' graffiti. MUST CREDIT: U.S. Army Photo by U.S. Army / U.S. Army A video shared Saturday by the U.S. Army of tanks being transported to the nation's capital for the Army's upcoming 250th birthday parade showed one loaded on a flatcar with graffiti that appeared to read: 'Hang Fauci & Bill Gates.' The graffiti appeared on screen for only a few seconds in the 58-second video, shared to the Army's X account and up for more than 24 hours, garnering more that 700,000 views. The Army removed it Sunday evening after inquires from The Washington Post. 'That statement does not align with Army values,' said Steve Warren, an Army spokesperson. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account The full video posted on social media promoting the Trump and/or U.S. Army birthday parade. "Hang Fauci & Bill Gates" is clearly visible starting at the 13-second mark. — LongTime🤓FirstTime👨💻 (@LongTimeHistory) June 8, 2025 The U.S. Army account has 2 million followers. The video depicted military vehicles being loaded in Texas to travel to D.C. by rail for the June 14 parade. Warren said that he was not aware of the graffiti until reached for comment and added that he does not believe the flatcar in the video is owned by the Army. In the video, the flatcar was initialled with 'DODX,' resembling those included in an Army equipment document. A Department of Defence spokesperson did not respond to an email requesting comment Sunday evening. It was not clear who was responsible for the graffiti, whether they have any connection to the Army and when the words were written. Both billionaire philanthropist and Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates and Anthony S. Fauci, one of the country's top infectious-disease doctors, have been targets of conspiracy theories and falsehoods throughout the coronavirus pandemic. Your noon-hour look at what's happening in Toronto and beyond. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Please try again This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Gates has spent years trying to address health threats vexing the developing world, such as malaria, polio and HIV, and was subject to false accusations including that he had engineered the pandemic and used it to institute population surveillance. Fauci – who formerly led the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases – has told Congress that he has received 'credible death threats' stemming from his time overseeing the nation's fight against the pandemic. In his final hours in office, President Joe Biden issued a preemptive pardon to Fauci, among other people, saying he feared they would be targeted for political reasons by the Trump administration. Fauci has faced years of investigation by congressional Republicans, who allege that the longtime civil servant was not forthcoming about the possible origins of the pandemic. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. On Saturday, 28 M1A2 Abrams main battle tanks will roll through the heart of the nation's capital, alongside thousands of marching soldiers and more than 100 other military vehicles in the multimillion-dollar parade, which is also taking place on President Donald Trump's 79th birthday. The route runs along Constitution Avenue NW, beginning at 23rd Street near the Lincoln Memorial and finishing about a mile down the road, at 15th Street near the Washington Monument. The birthday festivities include a day-long festival on the National Mall with fireworks, musical performances and a parachute jump by the Army's Golden Knights, who will present an American flag to Trump. Canada Sunshine Girls Ontario Editorial Cartoons World
