Khalid – ‘Talk’
Let’s pause and ‘Talk’ about Khalid’s new collaboration with UK duo Disclosure. This new track brings a light, bouncy R&B vibe, a love song about just wanting to get to know someone special. The single is the first release from the talented artist’. After the success of his American Teen album in 2017, Khalid’s been keeping himself busy with appearances on tracks like ‘Love Lies’ with Normani, ‘Eastside’ with Benny Blanco and Halsey, and ‘1-800-273-8255’ with Logic and Alessia Cara.
Ariana Grande – thank u, next (Album)
Thank U, Ariana! We’ve been patiently for your new album release, and now it’s finally here. Pop’s current princess Ariana Grande has put her fifth album out into the world, less than five months after her last album, Sweetener. To celebrate, she also dropped a video for possible new single ‘break up with your girlfriend, i’m bored’, starring Riverdale actor, Charles Melton.
The 12-track record include top hits ‘thank u, next’ and ‘7 rings’. The star is already nominated for two Grammys at this weekend’s ceremony (Best solo pop performance and best pop vocal album) – however, after a public dispute with producers over performance songs, she will no longer be performing, nor attending.
Meek Mill ft. Drake – Going Bad
Don’t worry everyone — Meek and Drizzy are not ‘Going Bad’ on each other, but stunting on their enemies. The Philly and Toronto rappers collaborate together in this new track. Drake takes control on most of the song delivering the first verse and chorus. Meek Mill comes in with second verse. The track is of Meek Mills new album “Champion” and the music video is directed by Kid Art. “Going Bad” music video is cinematic with opening established shots of the city. MeekMill and Drake are not alone in the video you can spot the two enjoying their time with famous rappers such as T.I., Nipsey Hustle and Swizz Beatz.
Mahalia – Do Not Disturb
Mahalia’s got a message for the world, pre-Valentine’s Day: if your ex tries to get back with you and you’re done, simply just put yourself on Do Not Disturb. The British singer makes her official entry into the new year with ‘Do Not Disturb,’ produced by Felix Joseph. Mahalia has got a busy year lined up; she will be touring UK and Europe starting next month.
Jamila Woods – ZORA
The first single off Jamila Woods’ forthcoming record LEGACY! LEGACY! is a tribute to author and activist Zora Neale Hurston who was an influential author and academic on African-American culture. Woods’ tribute is an organic, richly soulful R&B track that’s intelligent, humble and powerful. As part of her album announcement Jamila Woods released a brand new single onto streaming, unveiling “ZORA” with an intimate video.
Words by Maysaa Jankara
