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Historic Victory: Rema Tops Best Afrobeats Category At MTV VMAs 2023

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Rema and Selena Gomez’s joint effort, ‘Calm Down,’ achieved a historic victory by securing the esteemed Best Afrobeats accolade at the 2023 MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs).

 

The glittering ceremony unfolded at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, to honor exceptional musical talents with international recognition.

 

Prior to its win, ‘Calm Down’ by Rema and Selena Gomez had garnered significant attention by clinching three nominations across the categories of Best Collaboration, Song of the Year, and Best Afrobeats.

 

In the newly introduced Best Afrobeats category, the exceptional collaboration between Rema and Selena Gomez in ‘Calm Down’ made a historic impact by becoming the first-ever winners in this prestigious division.

 

Competing against formidable contenders such as Burna Boy’s ‘It’s Plenty,’ Davido feat Musa Key’s ‘Unavailable,’ Ayra Starr’s ‘Rush,’ Libianca’s ‘People,’ Wizkid feat Ayra Starr’s ‘2 Sugar,’ and Fireboy DML’s ‘Bandana,’ ‘Calm Down’ by Rema demonstrated its unparalleled musical prowess.

 

Originally released on August 25, 2022, the track ‘Calm Down’ gained acclaim for its remarkable blend of Afrobeats and pop elements.

 

Recall that the remix of the song reached extraordinary heights, accomplishing a remarkable feat as the first-ever track to maintain a consistent position on the Billboard US Afrobeats Songs chart for a full year.

 

Furthermore, it achieved the prestigious distinction of becoming the inaugural No.1 Hit on The Official MENA Chart.

 

Additionally, it was revealed that “Calm Down” had amassed an impressive one billion streams on Spotify, the renowned global online streaming platform.

 

This milestone was officially announced by Victor Okpala, Spotify’s Artiste and Label Partnerships Manager for West Africa, in a statement released on a Sunday.

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Diddy Caught On Tape Assaulting Cassie Ventura [Video]

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Surveillance footage has revealed Sean “Diddy” Combs allegedly engaging in a physical altercation with his then-girlfriend Cassie Ventura in 2016 at the InterContinental Hotel Century City in Los Angeles.y

The video was obtained by CNN on Friday.

The video captures Ventura walking briskly down a hallway, carrying a purse and a small duffel bag, while Combs, wearing only socks and a towel around his waist, is seen running after her.

In the footage, the rapper, who is currently facing sexual abuse allegations from multiple women, is seen encountering Ventura at the elevator lobby.

He allegedly grabs her by the back of the neck, throws her to the ground, kicks her, takes her bags, and kicks her again before dragging her back toward the hallway.

Combs then retrieves Ventura’s bags and returns to the hotel room, while she uses a hotel phone by the elevators.

He later appears to shove her into a corner and throws an object at her off-camera.

According to Ventura’s lawyer, Douglas Wigdor, the newly revealed video reinforces the disturbing and predatory behavior exhibited by Mr. Combs.

He said “gut-wrenching video has only further confirmed the disturbing and predatory behavior of Mr. Combs. Words cannot express the courage and fortitude that Ms. Ventura has shown in coming forward to bring this to light.”

Ventura, who began her on-and-off relationship with Combs in the early 2000s when she was 19 and he was 37, settled her lawsuit against him just one day after filing it last November.

The suit alleged repeated physical and sexual abuse over more than a decade.

At the time, Combs “vehemently” denied the allegations, as stated by his attorney, Ben Brafman.

Following the settlement, Brafman emphasized that the undisclosed agreement did not constitute an admission of wrongdoing on Combs’ part.

Brafman did not immediately respond to HuffPost’s request for comment regarding the footage published by CNN.

Following Ventura’s public allegations, numerous other women have come forward with similar accusations against Combs, all of which he has denied.

In March, Homeland Security agents conducted raids on multiple properties associated with the rapper.

While the exact nature of the raids remains unclear, a senior federal law enforcement official informed CNN that the team responsible for the raids typically handles cases related to human trafficking crimes.

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Jay-Z Maintains Low Profile Amid Diddy’s Legal Woes, Claims 50 Cent

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American rapper 50 Cent has asserted that his counterpart, Jay-Z, is keeping a low profile amidst ongoing legal troubles involving Diddy’s sexual assault cases.

In remarks made by 50 Cent, he suggests that the renowned rapper, known for hits like “Young Forever,” will remain out of the public eye until Diddy’s legal issues are resolved.

Jay-Z, the head of Roc Nation, has noticeably been less visible in recent years, with occasional high-profile appearances such as at the Grammys or alongside his spouse, Beyoncé.

50 Cent, however, insists that Jay-Z’s absence from public view is a deliberate move in response to Diddy’s legal challenges.

Taking to his Instagram account, 50 Cent stated: “Jay is laying low; he won’t be seen until this situation with Puff clears up. No social gatherings, no public outings. It’s all on me; I’m out here.”

Reports reported that Diddy, a close associate of Jay-Z, is currently facing multiple allegations of sexual assault, including accusations of attempting to engage in sexual activity with a record producer.

The situation has prompted various reactions within the entertainment industry, with concerns raised about the impact on Diddy’s reputation and the broader implications for those associated with him.

In light of these developments, Jay-Z’s decision to maintain a low profile underscores the seriousness of the situation and the need for caution among his peers.

As the legal proceedings against Diddy unfold, the entertainment world awaits further developments and potential implications for those connected to the embattled music mogul.

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I’ll Have Kids When I’m Ready – Burna Boy

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Nigerian singer, Damini Ogulu, better known as Burna Boy has made headlines yet again, this time for his candid revelation about fatherhood.

During an Instagram live session with fans, the ‘African Giant’ artist disclosed his stance on not having children at the moment.

Citing his desire to provide the same love and attention he received from his parents, Burna Boy emphasized his commitment to wait until he is settled and capable of dedicating himself fully to parenthood.

He stated, “Why haven’t I had kids yet? Bro, because I don’t want to have kids yet.” Brushing off speculations about his fertility, Burna Boy clarified that such rumors were irrelevant, asserting that when the time is right, he will embrace fatherhood.

This statement adds another layer to the multi-dimensional persona of Burna Boy, known for his introspective lyrics and unapologetic demeanor.

As fans await his next musical endeavor, Burna Boy continues to captivate audiences not only with his music but also with his personal revelations.

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