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CBC
a day ago
- Entertainment
- CBC
Wiz Khalifa doesn't care if the music industry loves him — his fans do
Hip-hop culture might glorify materialism and fame, but Wiz Khalifa was never interested in that. The multi-platinum selling rapper recognizes that being a great artist is about staying dedicated to your work, not chasing validation from celebrities. "I don't really care about the outside noise," Khalifa says in an interview with Q 's Tom Power. "I'm into real life. And the realest thing ever is my fans, and the connection with them. And I'm on the road. I am on the internet every day. Nobody is putting this together for me. So nobody can pull the rug from underneath me if I tell them no." WATCH | Wiz Khalifa's full interview with Q's Tom Power: Wiz Khalifa models his career after legendary rapper Snoop Dogg. Like Snoop, Khalifa has expanded beyond music into acting, plus he has his own signature weed strain for sale. He says he looks up to Snoop's success, but more importantly, he's inspired by his relentless drive. "I learned about staying active from Snoop," Khalifa explains. "He's got everything that anybody could wish for, when it comes to legacy and respect and all of that. And he still gets up every day, and he works…. And he extends himself and he makes other people's lives better." The 37-year-old rapper says that See You Again ft. Charlie Puth is one of his most meaningful songs. It was a huge hit — See You Again was No.1. on the Billboard Hot 100 for 12 weeks — but also, Khalifa says it's an emotional song that many people hold close to their heart. He's honoured to have a track that resonates with his fans so deeply. "Unfortunately, a lot of people deal with a lot of loss… I think that song helps people cope," says Khalifa. "Artists wish they had a song that impactful and that successful… and that will be here forever. I'm blessed to have one of those records and I feel really grateful.... People cry every time I perform it." WATCH: Official music video for See You Again ft. Charlie Puth When he reflects on his rap career, Khalifa is proud of everything from his breakout mixtape Kush & Orange Juice in 2010, to his newest record Kush + Orange Juice 2. But he doesn't look back for too long. Khalifa is focused on the future: he just keeps doing the work, and he encourages the next generation of artists to do the same. "Stay consistent, learn your audience, and trust your vision," Khalifa says. "A lot of the things that are gonna keep you around later are the things that you're doing now… the stuff that people don't see. So just watch where you place your values, and really set yourself up to win in the long run."
Forbes
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Kendrick Lamar Breaks His Tie With Eminem And Ed Sheeran
Kendrick Lamar and SZA's 'Luther' spends a thirteenth week atop the Hot 100, breaking its tie with ... More hits from stars like Eminem, Ed Sheeran, Usher, Halsey and more. GLASTONBURY, ENGLAND - JUNE 26: Kendrick Lamar performs as he headlines the Pyramid Stage during day five of Glastonbury Festival at Worthy Farm, Pilton on June 26, 2022 in Glastonbury, England. (Photo by Samir Hussein/WireImage) As of this week, Kendrick Lamar and SZA have ruled the Hot 100 for 13 weeks with their so-far unstoppable smash "Luther." The tune has dominated the list of the most consumed songs in America for what has turned out to be a very lucky 13 frames, and it is one of only 17 tracks in history to hold on to the throne for that long. As the two superstars match several other gargantuan smashes, they also break a tie with a number of other popular cuts that topped the ranking for an even dozen periods — including some of the most successful rap tracks of the decade and in the more than half-century-long tenure of the Billboard charts. Eight songs stopped ruling the Hot 100 after 12 weeks, which is still a rare sight on the tally. Each of those cuts has now been demoted slightly on the list of the longest-running successes in Hot 100 history as Lamar and SZA move forward. All of the following smashes stepped aside after an even dozen frames at No. 1 on the Hot 100: "Shape of You" by Ed Sheeran, "Closer" by The Chainsmokers and Halsey, "See You Again" by Wiz Khalifa and Charlie Puth, "Blurred Lines" by Robin Thicke, T.I., and Pharrell, "Boom Boom Pow" by The Black Eyed Peas, "Yeah!" by Usher, Lil Jon, and Ludacris, "Lose Yourself" by Eminem, and "Smooth" by Santana and Rob Thomas. Now that "Luther" has commanded the most important songs ranking in the U.S. for 13 weeks, it ties two other generation-defining hits: "The Boy Is Mine" by Brandy and Monica and "End of the Road" by Boyz II Men. Both spent 13 weeks at No. 1 on the Hot 100 during their reigns in the '90s, but no more. It's likely that "Luther" won't make it to 14 stays atop the tally, as it looks like Morgan Wallen is set to conquer the Hot 100 when Billboard refreshes its rankings tomorrow (May 28). His stAY could go on for weeks at a time – or it might only last a few days — thanks to the excitement around his new album I'm the Problem. "Luther" could return to the summit after one frame away, and if it does, the collaboration will match "Uptown Funk" by Mark Ronson and Bruno Mars, "I Gotta Feeling" by The Black Eyed Peas, "We Belong Together" by Mariah Carey, "Candle in the Wind 1997"/"Something About the Way You Look Tonight" by Elton John, "Macarena" by Los del Río, "I'll Make Love to You" by Boyz II Men, and "I Will Always Love You" by Whitney Houston — all of which spent an incredible 14 weeks at No. 1.
Daily Mail
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
US pop star Jordin Sparks begs Guy Sebastian to sing with her in Australia ahead of 2025 shows: 'I need you on stage!'
RnB star Jordin Sparks has begged Guy Sebastian to join her on stage when she comes to Australia later this year. The No Air hitmaker, 35, will be hitting our shores in October as part of a huge Fridayz Live lineup that includes Mariah Carey, Pitbull, Wiz Kalifa, Lil John, Eve and Tinie Tempah. Appearing on 2DayFm's Jimmy & Nath with Emma show on Friday, Jordin admitted that she would love Guy to reunite with her on stage for the Sydney leg of the run. Guy and Jordin partnered up back in 2009 for the track Art Of Love, which featured on Guy's fifth album Like It Like That. After being informed of Guy's recent horrific ordeal on the footy field that left him with a ruptured Achilles tendon, Jordin said that having the Australian Idol on stage was a must. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. 'When you come to Engie Stadium here in Sydney, is it okay if wee carry Guy up onto the stage when, hopefully he performs with you? co-host Jimmy Smith asked. Jordin replied, 'Please, any way you can get him up there.' 'I hope he's listening right now. I have a new phone so I don't have is current number, but any way we can get him up on the stage, I would love to sing with him.' The pop star then spoke directly to Guy over the airwaves - begging him to sing Art Of Love together in Sydney. 'Guy Sebastian, if you are listening to this, I will be there in October and I need you on stage with me so we can sing our song together,' she pleaded. The radio duo then got Guy on the line, and he didn't need much convincing to accept the offer. 'I love Jordin,' he said. 'The last time we sang it together was on her tour in the US. When was our last show? Probably San Diego or something - that was probably the last time I sang it with Jordin.' When the question was put to him again, Guy said: 'She's amazing - I'll definitely do that. I'll have to check if I'm in the country, but If I'm here I'm on.' Guy could potentially find himself rather busy when Fridayz live hits Sydney, with the Battle Scars hitmaker having collaborated with three artists on the bill. Back in 2010, Guy released the track Who's That Girl which featured American rapper Eve, while he also collaborated with Tinie Tempah on the UK hitmaker's 2017 track So Close. When it comes to headliner Mariah Carey however, Guy admitted that a collaboration with the pop diva was unlikely. 'Have you ever met her? Do you want to meet her?' Jimmy asked. 'I'll meet anyone, but I can't imagine she'd be sitting there wanting to meet me,' Guy replied. It comes after guy recently suffered a shocking injury that saw him rushed to hospital requiring surgery on a ruptured Achilles tendon. The incident occurred after Guy teamed up with AFL great and radio host Brendan Fevola to help struggling club Masala Dandenong break a long losing streak. However, Guy's afternoon was cut short by injury with the pop star seen limping from the park in the fourth quarter. Guy took to social media after the match, writing: 'Thought I'd strap on the boots after a LONG hiatus and performed for the locals.' 'Great day out for Masala Dandenong getting their first win with @brendanfevola25 kicking a bag!' he continued. 'Unfortunately I've done a proper number on myself. #realitycheck #sticktosinging #footyglorydaysareover.' Brendan revealed the extent of Guy's injuries the following day on Channel 7's Sunday Footy Feast. 'He's ruptured his Achilles. He's getting surgery on Monday and is in hospital. So he missed his mate's 40th but hey we got good headlines, which is great (laughs).' Jordin Sparks first hit the spotlight in 2007 after winning the sixth season of American idol, becoming the youngest winner in the series' history
7NEWS
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- 7NEWS
FRIDAYZ LIVE
How would you like to win the chance to get to go to one of the most ICONIC festival line-ups in Australia, AND meet one of the artists?! Keep reading for an INCREDIBLE comp we have for Sunrise viewers! Fridayz Live returns this October with its most blockbuster line-up to date, featuring iconic artists behind some of the biggest anthems of all time. There are no sideshows and no second chances – don't miss your chance to snap up tickets before they're gone. Know the news with the 7NEWS app: Download today Mariah Carey Pitbull Wiz Khalifa Lil Jon Eve Tinie Tempah Jordin Sparks Sunrise and Fridayz Live are giving one lucky viewer the chance to win it all! One lucky winner and their plus one will receive the 2 x Diamond Tickets to Fridayz Live, return flights from nearest city the winner has chosen to see the show in, 2 nights Accommodation and that's not all, winners will also get to have a meet & greet with one of the artists!! (Note: Specific artist will depend on the availability of the artists in area the winner has chosen) For your chance to score this epic prize, you'll need to answer in 25 words or less, When was the last time Mariah Carey performed in Australia and why should you see her play? TOUR DATES:
Daily Mail
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
BREAKING NEWS Mariah Carey to return to Australia for the first time in 11 years to headline Fridayz Live alongside Pitbull and Wiz Khalifa
Mariah Carey is returning to Australia in 2025 to headline Fridayz Live, marking her first tour Down Under in over a decade. Daily Mail Australia exclusively revealed on Tuesday that the 56-year-old pop star will play shows in Sydney and Melbourne later this year. And this October, Fridayz Live hits the road for a massive Australian tour after a year off, bringing a string of major artists to Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Perth. Five-time Grammy winner Mariah, who is currently on tour in Asia in celebration of the 20th anniversary of her album The Emancipation of Mimi, will perform alongside US rapper Wiz Khalifa and Pitbull. 'I missed you terribly, certainly the fans and the people, the beautiful land and the animals, you know, it's Australia, c'mon!' she said. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the Carey is bringing her dazzling glamour and a setlist stacked with chart-topping tracks to Fridayz Live including Fantasy, Always Be My Baby and We Belong Together. Pop icon Mariah is also set to bring her Celebration of Mimi tour, commemorating the 20th anniversary of her acclaimed 2005 album The Emancipation of Mimi, to international audiences, with Australian dates expected to be announced soon. 'Mariah has been eager to reconnect with her Australian fans,' an entertainment promoter told Daily Mail Australia on Tuesday. 'The Celebration of Mimi tour is the perfect opportunity to do so, and plans are underway to include Australia in the tour itinerary later this year.' Mariah recently teased fans with an Instagram video featuring an Australian flag and kangaroos marked on a calendar, hinting at upcoming tour dates in the country. This follows the cancellation of her planned 2018 Australian tour due to a 'scheduling conflict'. While official dates and venues are yet to be confirmed, fans are encouraged to stay tuned for announcements. Tickets are expected to sell quickly once released, given Carey's enduring popularity and the anticipation surrounding her return to Australian stages. Meanwhile, the iconic pop star recently revealed what's bugged her most throughout her decades-long singing career. Speaking with People, she admitted that upon its release she felt 'annoyed' that it was referred to as a 'comeback album.' 'At the time, it annoyed me when they called it a comeback album,' she told the publication. 'But now I'm just like, 'Oh yeah, my comeback album.'' The project — which featured collaborations with Snoop Dogg and Jermaine Dupri — was released just three years after 2002's Charmbracelet, which received mixed reviews and debuted at number three on the US Billboard 200 chart. Despite the success of The Emancipation of Mimi's predecessor, she said the 'comeback' description is 'somewhat accurate.' Carey expressed her frustration as she asked rhetorically, 'It's like, how many comebacks do I have to have?' She noted that if people 'know the album, then they usually are fans of the album.' 'But not everybody knows that album,' the entertainer explained. 'So people can discover various songs and kind of get to know the feeling of that album.' Acknowledging the milestone anniversary on social media last week, Mariah wrote to her 14 million Instagram followers: 'Happy 'Mimi' Anniversary!! I'm excited to celebrate this one with you.' A special edition 20th anniversary iteration of the LP will be released on May 30. Mariah added in her Instagram caption, 'While working on #Mimi20, I got to relive all the memories from this pivotal moment in my personal and professional life. 'This album has some of my biggest hits to date, as well as some personal favourites that are very special to me. Let me know what your favourite Mimi lyric is and stay tuned for more surprises yet to come! Love, MC.' In a video shared by Spotify days ago, Mariah stated, 'The Emancipation of Mimi represents an incredible part of my life — obviously the music and the songs and just where it took me as an artist and as a person.' She named Fly Like A Bird as one of her favourite tracks from the album, calling it 'the vocal take that I'm most proud of.' 'It was such a strong message that I was kind of writing to God, to myself, to my fans. It still feels that way to me,' Mariah said of the soft and uplifting R&B tune. The album went on to sell 10 million albums worldwide, with six million purchased in the United States. The star was married to Nick Cannon from 2008-2016 and they share 13-year-old fraternal twins Moroccan and Monroe.
