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New R&amp;B albums by&nbsp;<a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/kai-cenat-shoots-his-shot-at-tyla-she-responds">Tyla</a>, SiR, 6lack, and <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/usher-thanks-fans-for-love-and-support-on-20th-anniversary-of-confessions">Usher</a> celebrate the 20th anniversary of Confessions, which trended this week before the release of <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/beyonce-announces-new-album-act-ii-cowboy-carter">Beyonce</a>'s Act II album on Friday. But a lot of new music got overshadowed this week during the beef between the Big 3 and Diddy&rsquo;s shocking raid by federal agents. As usual, we report on new music that flew under the radar throughout the week.
From <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/kash-doll-reveals-shes-expecting-her-second-child">Kash Doll</a>&rsquo;s return to Flau&rsquo;Jae&rsquo;s continued crossover success to <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/power-book-ii-ghost-to-end-with-two-part-season-4-50-cent-and-michael-rainey">Mary J. Blige</a> taking us back to the streets, here is a complete list of new music you might have missed this week.&nbsp;
Mac Miller &ldquo;The Quest&rdquo;
Miller's estate and Rostrum Records release a new song from the recordings of his acclaimed album, Watching Movies With The Sound Off, as it marks its 10th anniversary. The deep cut showcases the legendary artist's incredible creativity, which will be missed dearly by fans forever.&nbsp;
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Big Sean Is All About &ldquo;Precision&rdquo; On New Track
He follows "Whole Time" with some of his most quotable bars yet, delivered with a rapid-fire flow over an upbeat soul sample punctuated by sniper sounds. Sean Don boasts about his precision after studying the target. The visual is frenetic and captivating with quick cuts and vignettes.&nbsp;
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Mary J. Blige Assembles Vado &amp; A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie As The &ldquo;Beautiful Life All Stars&rdquo;
The Queen of Soul taps back in with the street for a beautiful track that cements her reputation in a new generation. The unique appeal of A Boogie and Vado's New York style will captivate the world. All hail the Queen.&nbsp;
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Kash Doll &amp; Tee Grizzley &ldquo;Pressin&rsquo;&rdquo; The Situation
After dropping her new single "Big 1/Fawk Em," Kash teams up with Detroit Grizzley for an anticipated collaboration that delivers the traditional gritty street raps that Detroit is known and loved for. Kash&rsquo;s return is one of the industry's most exciting.&nbsp;
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Joyner Lucas&rsquo;s 'Not Now I&rsquo;m Busy' Is Filled With All-Stars
The Grammy-nominated rhymes slayer shares his thought-provoking lyrics with an all-star cast that includes Jelly Roll, DMX, YoungBoy Never Broke Again, Twista, Logic, Symba, Conway the Machine, and Nefertitti Avani. In "Three Little Pigs," an album favorite, Joyner uses a metaphor to depict police violence against Black people in America. It is undoubtedly Lucas's best work yet.&nbsp;
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BossMan Dlow Taps Glorilla For &ldquo;Finesse&rdquo; Remix
The Florida hotshot takes a trip to Memphis for Big Glo to hop on the remix of the 2 Slippery track. Mimicking "Yeah Glo," Dlow and Glo take turns with a slippery flow before Glo unleashes her own thunderous patter. With Glo as his running mate, Dlow is guaranteeing his Best New Artist award.
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Flau&rsquo;Jae Johnson &amp; NLE Choppa Pulls Up With &ldquo;AMF&rdquo;
The LSU Tiger roars on the track with the Memphis rap star as the two fire off a few rounds at the opps. The song and Johnson&rsquo;s new mixtape fit perfectly with her team's impressive run during March Madness. The basketball star is making her transition to recording artist flawless.&nbsp;
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Kaash Paige Is A &ldquo;Superstar&rdquo;
The new Grammy award-winning artist&rsquo;s comeback is undeniable, as she continues to remind the world why she is one of the greatest. In her latest release, she flaunts her expensive jewelry and rockstar lifestyle with prototype melodies and auto-tune. The current run is the second chapter that fans have been eagerly waiting for.
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Russ Said &ldquo;I Got You&rdquo;
After linking with DJ Premier, he sticks to the formula and drops his latest track, which deals with relationships. He explains the importance of providing the necessary love and affection, especially during tough times like a possible breakup. If you love Russ as the loverboy, then his latest release is one of his best yet.
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PartyNextDoor Finds A &ldquo;R E A L&nbsp; W O M A N&rdquo;
The music video, directed by Edgar Daniel, portrays the Canadian crooner as an antihero in a thrilling performance. The woman finds out she has a negative balance. She sees a man unconscious in a hotel room and leaves without help.
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Finesse2tymes &ldquo;Thought It Was Over&rdquo;
The Memphis hitmaker contemplates his future as he navigates the temptation of alcohol in his latest album. The new song promises great music despite the artist's legal troubles.
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Joey BadA$$ Links With .idk Rocking New &ldquo;DENiM&rdquo;
Two of hip-hop's top lyricists join forces in a new track. It's a raw yet refined, litany of robust bars. The song will be accompanied by a new video showing the pair of rappers in Paris living life to the fullest.
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Dee-1 &amp; Raheem DeVaughn &ldquo;Purify My Eyes&rdquo;
The award-winning New Orleans rap star gets soulful with the established R&amp;B star for a counter-culture-centered message in the timely track. The song promotes replacing negativity with positive content to improve our mindset. It is a great introduction to the album From The Hood To Harvard.&nbsp;
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Dorrough Music Drops The Sequel To Classic With &ldquo;Ice Cream Paint Job Pt. 2&rdquo;
On his 15th anniversary, the Dallas superstar released the sequel and announced a new partnership with a stain named after his game-changing hit. With his intoxicating sound still resonating with the new generation, Dorrough, now Six3, drops heavyweight bars over trunk-rattling productions just like he did before. The Star Boy has returned with the Triple D on his back and is quickly ascending to the top as if he never left.
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Rakim Al-Jabbaar Got Sumthin To Say Too On 'La Farmacy Familia'
In seven songs of the anticipated new album, the Statik Selektah, Royce Da 5&rsquo;9&rsquo;&rsquo;-acknowledged lone star changes the landscape in an instance like Thanos after the drop spot with his undisputed mojo savage lyricism that made him Dallas's most respected lyricist. Big Al's son takes us on a journey back to the beginning, blending wisecracking bars with tales of betrayal, hustling, spirituality, and situationships. One listen to this rapper/actor&rsquo;s album will have you addicted like Snowfall in the 80s.&nbsp;
https://open.spotify.com/album/6uFpInfrFmPfKZqncvNcVh
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Pure Powers &amp; Stylo G Cook Up &ldquo;N.H.S.&rdquo;
The Bay Area rapper overcomes obstacles and inspires others with his buzzing track chronicling his successful journey in music. Featuring Stylo G, the new single is a vision of the future in hip hop. The collaboration with international stars pushes the boundaries of his artistry with impressive achievements.
https://open.spotify.com/track/1Nz8wTiGpXCh3jW9UfbdQj?si=a02ecd6ccf724f4e
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Heembeezy Dives Into The Competition Like &ldquo;Mike Phelps&rdquo;
The Hawthorne native&rsquo;s latest single highlights his ability to create a hit song with his signature flow after a stunning performance at Rolling Loud: California. The upbeat track talks about his new lifestyle of getting money and women. The new track prepares for his anticipated debut, which is set for April.&nbsp;
https://open.spotify.com/track/2TyDPtli4XPNtGZGHbpaYx
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Mac Miller, Kash Doll, Big Sean, Mary J. Blige + More New Music You Might Have Missed This Week

ATLANTA, GEORGIA - JANUARY 20: Mary J.Blige arrives at the 2024 Urban One Honors: Best In Black at Coca-Cola Roxy on January 20, 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Joi Stokes/WireImage)

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<a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/mary-j-blige-reveals-shes-in-a-relationship-no-im-not-single">Mary J. Blige</a> has announced 2024 Strength of a Woman Festival and Summit lineup, which features performances from <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/50-cent-trolls-ja-rule-for-being-allowed-entry-in-the-uk-ja-rule-claps-back">50 Cent</a>, Jadakiss, and Fat Joe, among others. The event sponsored by Pepsi and Live Nation Urban is scheduled for May 10-12, which is Mother's Day weekend.&nbsp;
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Strength Of A Woman is a two-year-old gathering that focuses on empowering, educating, and elevating women.&nbsp;
The event this year will honor hip-hop mothers with a tribute and Mother's Day brunch. With the hip-hop heavyweights, Mary&rsquo;s lineup features Jill Scott, Muni Long, The Clark Sisters, Robert Glasper, Lola Brooke, Paris Sashay. Other special guests include Funk Flex, Angie Martinez, DJ Diamond Kuts, Don&rsquo;t Call Me White Girl and Tiffany Haddish.&nbsp;
Tickets for Strength Of A Woman 2024 are available <a href="https://www.soawfestival.com/">here</a>.&nbsp;
Mary J. Blige was announced to headline <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/usher-janet-jackson-lil-wayne-set-to-headline-lovers-and-friends-2024">Usher</a>&rsquo;s <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/mary-j-blige-reveals-she-will-not-be-performing-at-2024-lovers-and-friends">Lovers &amp; Friends</a> festival in May at Las Vegas Festival Grounds. She declined the offer earlier to perform at the same time due to her plans at this year&rsquo;s SOAW fest. She decided to participate in the Las Vegas event again after the initial announcement.&nbsp;
Mary J. Blige is among the 2024 Rock N&rsquo; Roll Hall-of-Fame nominees. On the ballot with Blige is iconic entertainer <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/mariah-careys-5-6-million-atlanta-home-burglarized-while-she-was-on-vacation">Mariah Carey</a>. Fans can vote daily for up to seven of their favorites until April 26 on the Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Fame website.
Mary&rsquo;s latest single, &ldquo;Still Believe In Love,&rdquo; featuring Vado has spent eight weeks at the top of the Adult R&amp;B charts.&nbsp;
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Mary J. Blige Taps 50 Cent, Jadakiss, Fat Joe For Strength Of A Woman Festival & Summit 2024

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Lovers &amp; Friends announced iconic lineup on Tuesday afternoon (Jan. 23) that includes pop debuts and classic album sets for 2024 festival in Las Vegas on May 4, 2024.&nbsp;
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This year&rsquo;s festival will have headlining performances by the Backstreet Boys, Janet Jackson, and Usher. <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/usher-reacts-after-nia-long-says-she-regrets-missing-his-las-vegas-residency">Usher</a> will perform a headlining set of his diamond-selling album, Confessions.&nbsp; The Super Bowl performer will perform the full album that includes the classics &ldquo;Burn,&rdquo; &ldquo;Bad Girl,&rdquo; &ldquo;Superstar,&rdquo; and, of course, &ldquo;Confessions Pt.2.&rdquo;
Usher&rsquo;s fourth album will be celebrating it&rsquo;s 20th anniversary this year. Also, he will be releasing his ninth studio album, Coming Home, ahead of the festival on February 11, 2024.
Along with the Confessions set by Usher, the festival will have <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/lil-wayne-and-2-chainz-andre-3000-releases-new-albums-or-the-wrap-up">Lil Wayne</a> performing a set for his classic album, Tha Carter III. Weezy will perform the complete album known to include the hit songs, &ldquo;Lollipop,&rdquo; &ldquo;A Milli,&rdquo; and &ldquo;Mrs. Officer.&rdquo;&nbsp;
This year&rsquo;s lineup includes an all-star roster of 2000s superstars such as Gwen Stefani, T-Pain, Nelly, <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/hot-97-and-wbls-brought-hip-hop-royalty-to-the-garden-for-hip-hops-50th">Mary J. Blige</a>, Nas, Snoop Dogg, and so much more.&nbsp;
Fans can register now for the presale that starts to sale on Friday, January 26th at 10 AM PT. All tickets start at $19.99 down.&nbsp;
Usher shared how special R&amp;B with Hot 97 in 2014. Check out the devotion he has for the genre, below.&nbsp;
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Usher, Janet Jackson, Lil Wayne Set To Headline Lovers & Friends 2024

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Today (March 7), <a href="https://www.hot97.com/hot-news/mary-j-blige-taraji-p-henson-break-the-internet-after-flaunting-string-bikinis-on-a-yacht" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Mary J. Blige</a> took to social media to reveal the first copy of her debut children's book "Mary Can!" “I’m so excited about ‘Mary Can!’" Blige said in a video posted to her Instagram account. "I almost want to cry because it’s funny how you can go through so much hell, and it can turn into someone else’s heaven. This book is dedicated to little kids all over the world that feel like they can’t. Remember, I said ‘Mary Can!’ and you can too. It was inspired [by] a real part of my life.”The Good Morning Gorgeous singer previously stated that people always used tell her “no” and what she could not do. But instead of letting it tear her down, she said that it as motivation. “And I use all of that to help someone, a little girl somewhere in the world whose being told that she can’t, that you can do whatever that you put your mind and your heart to,” Blige continued. “Remember you can do it ’cause ‘Mary Can!’ too.”“It feels unreal opening the first copy of my picture book!” the queen of hip hop soul captioned the post. “This is so personal for me. Thank you, Harper Kids and Ashleigh Corrin, for making this dream come true. Preorders are available through the link in my bio.”See related posts below:https://www.instagram.com/reel/CpfoLGyDxCy/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_linkhttps://www.instagram.com/p/Ck_PvE4JhJb/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link

Mary J. Blige Reveals First Copy Of Debut Children's Book 'Mary Can!'

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Mary J. Blige & Taraji P. Henson Break The Internet After Flaunting String Bikinis On A Yacht Mary J. Blige and Taraji P. Henson are real-life friend goals.The two 51-year-old superstars were spotted on a yacht rocking bikinis. A <a href="https://www.autoevolution.com/news/best-friends-forever-mary-j-blige-and-taraji-p-henson-are-yachting-together-in-italy-195317.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">news source</a> says they were in Italy, visiting Porto Cervo in Sardinia in the Mediterranean Sea. Take a look:https://twitter.com/readygist/status/1555784946450518016?s=20&t=I7Ye9e7xa4sa1l0-7tpyLghttps://www.instagram.com/p/Cg2s8ZOuxl6/?utm_source=ig_embed&ig_rid=1b9d6ea0-372f-4992-97f1-bfa02939fe2eThe two <a href="https://www.hot97.com/hot-news/mary-j-blige-on-superbowl-new-album-shares-rare-stories-on-jay-z-50-cent-diddy-more" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">icons</a> have been friends for over a decade. They worked on the 2009 movie, I Can Do Bad All By Myself. During the Billboard Music Awards, <a href="https://madamenoire.com/1320273/taraji-p-henson-mary-j-blige-binkins/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Madame Noire</a> points out that Taraji said beautiful words about Mary. The Baby Boy actress said, "You have sung our joy. You have sung our pain, and you gave a girl like me from southeast D.C from the hood a story and a voice. I love you, and congratulations."In addition, in 2020, <a href="https://www.hot97.com/hot-news/mary-j-blige-breaks-the-internet-with-shorts-thigh-high-boots" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Mary</a> showed love to Taraji after she received a star on the <a href="https://www.hot97.com/new-hip-hop-music/mary-j-blige-stuns-social-media-in-a-bright-yellow-bikini-drops-come-see-about-me-visual-ft-fabolous" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Hollywood Walk of Fame</a>. Mary told Taraji how much she inspires her. Mary said, "You have been a total inspiration to me. … We meet people in the industry and they're not nice. I've never had a friend that I can call while I'm on set and say, 'How do I do this as an actress' and you helped me when I needed help. And in my mind, that's rare, because people don't share and you're a sharer. So thank you for being a giver and a sharer." In other Mary news, regarding her music, she wants to extend the self-love she's found in her music career to the rising generation of Black women in music, <a href="https://www.okayplayer.com/music/mary-j-blige-strength-of-a-woman-festival.html/amp" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Okay Player</a> reports. She said, "Right now, I love the state of R&B because of people like <a href="https://www.okayplayer.com/originals/ella-mai-heart-on-my-sleeve-album-interview.html/amp" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Ella Mai,</a> Kiana Lede, Summer Walker, H.E.R., Jazmine [Sullivan], SZA, Ari Lennox – it's so much hotness out there. She continued, "I'm really proud of what Anderson.Paak and Bruno Mars [have] done before they were Silk Sonic. Music is just going in the right direction, R&B is back. I remember one time I was worried about R&B, I was like 'Uh-oh, we're done.' But no, the [new] generation has revived us."In Taraji news, she recently shared some <a href="https://www.marieclaire.com/beauty/taraji-p-henson-beauty-routine/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">beauty tips</a>. She spoke on starting her day with meditation so she can center herself. Then she dives into her skincare routine, then a healthy meal in her system. She also continues to build her haircare line, TPH by Taraji, founded in 2020. On a serious note, she's considering leaving America due to the social and political climate. She recently told <a href="https://people.com/tv/taraji-p-henson-seriously-considering-moving-abroad/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">PEOLE</a>, "I'm really considering getting up out of here, leaving and living in another country. That's something that comes with 50, you get tired of fighting. I'm tired."

Mary J. Blige & Taraji P. Henson Break The Internet After Flaunting String Bikinis On A Yacht

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Mary J. Blige has something special for fans.The icon dropped a new video for “Come See About Me,” ft. Brooklyn rapper, Fabulous. Mary shared a <a href="https://www.hot97.com/hip-hop-news/hot-news/mary-j-blige-shut-internet-down-showing-off-abs-beautiful-natural-face-in-a-bikini/">beautiful photo</a> on Instagram, rocking a bright yellow bikini top and paired the look with matching knitted bell bottoms. Take a look:https://www.instagram.com/p/Cfbuna3L4Yq/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=The visual is fun and gives off summer vibes. The two New York legends turn up on a tropical island. The single is off the deluxe edition of Mary’s 14th studio album, Good Morning Gorgeous, released earlier this year. She’s currently on a 23-city tour, <a href="https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/mary-j-blige-fabolous-come-see-about-me-video-1376765/">Rolling Stone</a> reports. The tour is her first solo headline since 2017. If you're in the Tristate area, you could see Mary perform at a free concert. As reported on <a href="https://www.imore.com/mary-j-blige-host-apple-music-new-york-concert-and-tickets-are-free">imore</a>, Mary is joining forces with Apple Music for the free show. <a href="https://twitter.com/AppleMusic/status/1542523863967404033?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1542523863967404033%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.imore.com%2Fmary-j-blige-host-apple-music-new-york-concert-and-tickets-are-free">Tickets</a> are on a first come first serve basis. Check out the visual:https://youtu.be/JzZMiMgQxW4Celebs in the comment section on Mary's post showered her with love. Rapsody told the queen of hip hop soul, "My fav song." Trina wrote multiple heart-eye emojis. Actress Kerry Washington commented with a bunch of yellow heart emojis. An adoring fan said, "Marrrrrryyyyyyyy! Sheesh MARY!! Please please please keep ya foot Pon di NECK!! Please and Thank you."Mary is having an incredible 2022. She headlined a historic all-hip hop lineup for the Super Bowl. Last month, <a class="editor-rtfLink" href="https://time.com/collection/100-most-influential-people-2022/6177743/mary-j-blige/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">TIME</a> named Mary one of the world’s most influential people. Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small Sr., recently presented the “<a class="editor-rtfLink" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-4ABd_xG1wo" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Real Love</a>” singer with a <a class="editor-rtfLink" href="https://www.deltaplexnews.com/atlantic-city-mayor-presents-mary-j-blige-with-key-to-the-city/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">key to the city. </a>Last month, Atlanta gave Mary a day after headlining the Strength of a Woman festival and summit during Mother’s Day weekend. Also, in May, Mary accepted the <a class="editor-rtfLink" href="https://www.etonline.com/mary-j-blige-to-be-honored-with-icon-award-at-2022-billboard-music-awards-182570" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ICON Award</a> at the<a class="editor-rtfLink" href="https://www.etonline.com/event/billboard-music-awards" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> 2022 Billboard Music Awards</a>. She’s one of only 11 other artists to receive the honor, joining the elite class of honorees like Stevie Wonder, Mariah Carey, Prince, Jennifer Lopez, Janet Jackson, and others.

Mary J. Blige Stuns Social Media In A Knitted Bikini + Drops 'Come See About Me' Visual Ft. Fabolous

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Mary J. Blige has Black Twitter gushing over her.We reported yesterday (June 7), her <a href="https://www.hot97.com/hip-hop-news/hot-news/mary-j-blige-stuns-social-media-performing-in-a-short-leather-jumpsuit/">outfit</a> from her recent performance at Roots Picnic went viral. Now fans are getting to see those dance moves.In a <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-4ABd_xG1wo">video</a> shared by the TNT blog, Mary is on stage cutting up and having a good time! The queen of hip hop soul is seen giving fans a sensual dance on stage. At one point, Mary stuck her tongue out and patted on the lower part of her body. Take a look:https://www.instagram.com/tv/Cej0MeHgjEM/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Fans in the comment section went crazy. One person wrote, “Yesss tongue,” with a laughing emoji and a few heart-eye emojis. Another person wrote, “&& she looks GOODT! Get it Mary,” with fire flame emojis. Someone else commented, “Okkk Mary feeling sexy IKTR.”Mary is outside! Around Roots Picnic, she also appeared at the <a href="https://footwearnews.com/2022/fashion/celebrity-style/mary-j-blige-florida-funk-fest-gucci-paris-texas-gold-boots-1203294585/">Florida Funk Fest</a> in Orlando. She sported a glittery gold two-piece short outfit with a bra crop top. Take a look:https://www.instagram.com/p/CebgzzOrmuN/?utm_source=ig_embed&ig_rid=0fd62a1f-969c-4909-94f2-ccd9a8979d46Overall, the "Real Love" is having an incredible 2022. She headlined a historic all-hip hop lineup for the Super Bowl. Last month, <a class="editor-rtfLink" href="https://time.com/collection/100-most-influential-people-2022/6177743/mary-j-blige/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">TIME</a> named Mary one of the world's most influential people. Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small Sr., recently presented the "<a class="editor-rtfLink" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-4ABd_xG1wo" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Real Love</a>" singer with a <a class="editor-rtfLink" href="https://www.deltaplexnews.com/atlantic-city-mayor-presents-mary-j-blige-with-key-to-the-city/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">key to the city. </a>Last month, Atlanta gave Mary a day after headlining the Strength of a Woman festival and summit during Mother's Day weekend. Also, in May, Mary accepted the <a class="editor-rtfLink" href="https://www.etonline.com/mary-j-blige-to-be-honored-with-icon-award-at-2022-billboard-music-awards-182570" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ICON Award</a> at the<a class="editor-rtfLink" href="https://www.etonline.com/event/billboard-music-awards" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> 2022 Billboard Music Awards</a>. She's one of only 11 other artists to receive the honor, joining the elite class of honorees like Stevie Wonder, Mariah Carey, Prince, Jennifer Lopez, Janet Jackson, and others. Check out Mary's latest album, <a href="https://music.apple.com/us/album/good-morning-gorgeous/1604654340">Good Morning Gorgeous</a>. Fivio Foreign is featured on the album on the song, "On Top." Fivio is closing out our HOT 97 SUMMER JAM stage going down June 12 at Met Life stadium. Don't miss out, <a href="https://www.ticketmaster.com/hot-97-summer-jam-east-rutherford-new-jersey-06-12-2022/event/00005C87ABC3348F">get tickets!</a>

Internet Reacts To Mary J. Blige's Sensual Dance Moves With Her Tongue Out

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Mary J. Blige is NOT here to play!The singer went viral on social media after her recent performance at the Roots Picnic in Philly last weekend. The queen of Hip Hop soul delivered an incredible show, serving fans a sexy look in a short black leather jumpsuit. Take a look:https://twitter.com/whatfinnlikes/status/1534216403250651136?s=21&t=BLRy4Zy5ZkKGPCI5_SLfygAside from her fashionable outfit, fans were so happy to see Mary. One <a href="https://twitter.com/iamrahstradamus/status/1533292674115051522?s=21&t=BLRy4Zy5ZkKGPCI5_SLfyg">online user</a> said, “Mary J. Blige performing at the Roots Picnic with Black Thought freestyling over What’s The 411 was a special moment. They are killing this sh*t.” Another person <a href="https://twitter.com/whatfinnlikes/status/1534216403250651136?s=21&t=BLRy4Zy5ZkKGPCI5_SLfyg">wrote,</a> “Mary J Blige being backed by the Roots just makes sense.” The legendary Roots crew headlined, hosted, and curated the show, which returned for the first time since 2019. Other artists on the lineup included Summer Walker, G Herbo, Muni Long, Wizkid, Rick Ross, Jazmine Sullivan, plus <a href="https://bossip.com/2136165/mary-j-blige-stuns-2022-roots-picnic/">more</a>. The <a href="https://bossip.com/2136165/mary-j-blige-stuns-2022-roots-picnic/">festival</a> was on a two-year hiatus due to <a href="https://www.ebony.com/entertainment-culture/the-roots-picnic-returns-to-philly-after-a-two-year-break/">COVID.</a> Shawn Gee, President of Live Nation Urban, The Roots manager, and co-founder of the event, said, “This year, Black Thought, Questlove, and I attempted to curate a lineup that broke through the genre barriers that often separate us in black culture. To be able to book Mickey Guyton, Kirk Franklin, G Herbo, Wizkid, Wallo & Gillie, and Mary J Blige on the same lineup was a dream come true.”Mary is having an incredible 2022. She headlined a historic all-hip hop lineup for the Super Bowl. Last month, <a href="https://time.com/collection/100-most-influential-people-2022/6177743/mary-j-blige/">TIME</a> named Mary one of the world’s most influential people. Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small Sr., recently presented the “<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-4ABd_xG1wo">Real Love</a>” singer with a <a href="https://www.deltaplexnews.com/atlantic-city-mayor-presents-mary-j-blige-with-key-to-the-city/">key to the city. </a>Last month, Atlanta gave Mary a day after headlining the Strength of a Woman festival and summit during Mother’s Day weekend. Also, in May, Mary accepted the <a class="editor-rtfLink" href="https://www.etonline.com/mary-j-blige-to-be-honored-with-icon-award-at-2022-billboard-music-awards-182570" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ICON Award</a> at the<a class="editor-rtfLink" href="https://www.etonline.com/event/billboard-music-awards" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> 2022 Billboard Music Awards</a>. She’s one of only 11 other artists to receive the honor, joining the elite class of honorees like Stevie Wonder, Mariah Carey, Prince, Jennifer Lopez, Janet Jackson, and others.

Mary J. Blige Stuns Social Media Performing In A Short Leather Jumpsuit

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Mary J. Blige is setting social media on fire once again.The singer posted two photos that are going viral. In the pic, the queen rocked orange from head to toe. Mary had on shorts, a sheer long sleeve top, and thigh-high boots. <a href="https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/mary-j-blige-sparkles-neon-171827457.html">Yahoo</a> points out the boots have 14,000 crystals in them. The look was also topped with shades and bling that said MJ around her neck. Take a look:https://www.instagram.com/p/CdUbgVRrKfl/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Mary is fresh off the Strength of a Woman Concert on Saturday (May 7) in Atlanta. It was a three-day summit featuring music, comedy, and community building. The outlet also points out, that the festival presented Mary with her own “Strength of a Woman Day,” which recognizes May 5 as an official holiday in the city.Take a look at some highlights:https://twitter.com/revolttv/status/1524053635285536768?s=21&t=_O9HB0dVnEPtDxVzOVhDvw https://twitter.com/whh24seven/status/1523281040109973505?s=21&t=_O9HB0dVnEPtDxVzOVhDvwIn other Mary news, regarding her music, she wants to extend the self-love she’s found in her music career to the rising generation of Black women in music, <a href="https://www.okayplayer.com/music/mary-j-blige-strength-of-a-woman-festival.html/amp">Okay Player</a> reports. She opened up with the outlet on insecurities she faced early in her career. She said, “When I was [recording] What’s the 411? I had no confidence. I didn’t know whether I was coming or going. I walked really fast, I was afraid, I was too shy – I was just too many things and I didn’t have control over it,” she said. “I have control now over what it really is, how I really look, how I really feel, where I’m going and I move slower because that’s a part of loving myself.”She also embraces the new generation of emerging R&B artists. She said, “Right now, I love the state of R&B because of people like <a class="editor-rtfLink" href="https://www.okayplayer.com/originals/ella-mai-heart-on-my-sleeve-album-interview.html/amp" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Ella Mai,</a> Kiana Lede, Summer Walker, H.E.R., Jazmine [Sullivan], SZA, Ari Lennox – it’s so much hotness out there. She continued, “I’m really proud of what Anderson.Paak and Bruno Mars [have] done before they were Silk Sonic. Music is just going in the right direction, R&B is back. I remember one time I was worried about R&B, I was like ‘Uh-oh, we’re done.’ But no, the [new] generation has revived us.”Check out her latest album, Good Morning Gorgeous:https://music.apple.com/us/album/good-morning-gorgeous-deluxe/1622409445

Mary J. Blige Breaks The Internet With Shorts & Thigh High Boots

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Mary J. Blige or Monet Tejada?The Internet had a field day after a video went viral of the queen of hip hop and R&B soul. Mary J. Blige was spotted sitting courtside at the Brooklyn Nets and Boston Celtics basketball game at the Barclays in Brooklyn. The clip that’s getting a lot of attention is when Mary told BK Nets player <a href="https://www.hot97.com/hip-hop-news/hot-news/kyrie-irving-opens-up-about-his-decision-to-remain-unvaccinated-amid-not-being-able-to-play-on-the-bk-nets/">Kyrie Irving</a> to “step it up.” Take a look at a repost from a Twitter user. In the caption, they wrote, “Mary J yelling at <a href="https://www.hot97.com/hip-hop-news/hot-news/social-media-chimes-in-after-nets-ban-kyrie-irving-until-he-gets-the-vaccine/">Kyrie</a> to step it up court side like she talking to Cane on [Power].” https://twitter.com/takenodaysoff24/status/1518041252314427392?s=21&t=nis_cMnvwWN0mMYdoUFY7AMary is an actress on <a href="https://www.cheatsheet.com/entertainment/power-book-ii-ghost-michael-rainey-jr-on-bond-with-mary-j-blige.html/">Power Book II: Ghost</a> (Monet) and plays a stern, no-nonsense mother who also holds down a drug empire while her husband is in prison. Monet is a savvy street smart queen pen who is training her three children (Cane, Diana, and Dru), like soldiers, to learn the drug game. Check out more reactions to Mary at the BK Nets game:https://twitter.com/jbug33/status/1518047100558213120?s=21&t=nis_cMnvwWN0mMYdoUFY7Ahttps://twitter.com/sportsjournniko/status/1518040495171244032?s=21&t=nis_cMnvwWN0mMYdoUFY7Ahttps://twitter.com/absmoove/status/1518082987434385410?s=21&t=nis_cMnvwWN0mMYdoUFY7Ahttps://twitter.com/kunta881/status/1518040812990390273?s=21&t=nis_cMnvwWN0mMYdoUFY7Ahttps://twitter.com/solegotb/status/1518112013330882561?s=21&t=nis_cMnvwWN0mMYdoUFY7AIn other <a href="https://www.essence.com/entertainment/mary-j-blige-power-book-ii-ghost/?amp=1">exciting news</a>, there will be an auction for a "one-of-a-kind piece of Super Bowl memorabilia," <a href="https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/signed-football-super-bowl-lvi-213417543.html">Yahoo</a> reports. Heritage Auctions announced the upcoming sale of a 2022 Super Bowl LVI leather Wilson football signed by some halftime performers, Dr. Dre, Eminem, Mary, Kendrick Lamar, and Anderon Paak. According to the outlet, the sale runs from May 12-14, and the current bid is at $2,600. The 2022 Super Bowl halftime show, produced by Dr. Dre, made history as the first-ever all <a href="https://www.hot97.com/hip-hop-news/hot-news/mary-j-blige-is-the-queen-of-the-feature/">hip hop</a> lineup. 50 Cent ended up being a surprise guest. Take a look back at when <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SEWz49RDOL0">Ebro in the AM</a> spoke on the entire show.

Mary J. Blige Told Kyrie Irving To ‘Step It Up’ During Nets Game, Internet Reacts

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Mary J. Blige is heating up Florida! The hip hop and R&B legend was spotted on a beach in Miami looking beautiful as ever. <a href="https://youtu.be/1GVj9MYNiO0">Mary</a> rocked a two-piece red bikini, accompanied by a red head tie. <a href="https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/mary-j-blige-versace-bikini-223446611.html">Yahoo</a> points out Mary’s outfit is from Versace fit. The outlet also noted Mary sported Gucci thong <a href="https://www.hot97.com/hip-hop-news/hot-news/mary-j-blige-stuns-social-media-after-she-strips-down-to-nothing-and-poses-on-the-beach/">sandals. </a>In the <a href="https://www.hot97.com/hip-hop-news/hot-news/mary-j-blige-breaks-the-internet-w-dior-two-piece-bikini/">photo</a>, you can see the 51-year-old singer’s killer abs. Take a look:https://twitter.com/yolofilmfeed/status/1502864363106942978?s=21 Mary was in Miami because she <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-10607773/Mary-J-Blige-storms-stage-leather-hot-pants-studded-thigh-boots-Jazz-Gardens.html">headlined</a> the recent Jazz In The Gardens concert at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday (March 12). Check out a snippet:https://twitter.com/omarkelly/status/1502879928596975616?s=21<a href="https://www.huffpost.com/entry/mary-j-blige-naacp-image-awards-2022_n_6218e6b4e4b06e1cc58e4889/amp">Mary J. Blige</a> recently stopped by the Ebro In The AM and spoke on the <a href="https://www.hot97.com/hip-hop-news/hot-news/50-cent-reacts-to-michael-jordan-palming-mary-j-bliges-butt-during-nba-all-star-game/">Super Bowl Halftime show,</a> her new album, plus more. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rtiA9Kbpvro

Mary J. Blige Shut Internet Down Showing Off Abs + Beautiful Natural Face In A Bikini

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50 Cent got jokes.We previously reported that <a href="https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/michael-jordan-gets-handsy-with-mary-j-blige-in-viral-video-news.148098.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">social media</a> lit up when Mary J. Blige linked up for a photo-op with Michael Jordan. The two were seen on camera engaging in a conversation and embracing each other. In the video, the two were seemingly talking about Mary’s halftime performance at the Super-Bowl.https://twitter.com/DrGuru_/status/1495918410672357377?s=20&t=d0p1EiEhX_erekZncvn1kw50 Cent who also preformed during the Super-Bowl, shared a meme of the interaction via Instagram. He captions it, "all Star weekend MJ & MJB, he palmed the ball LOL.."Take a look below.https://www.instagram.com/p/CaVCwo6uYY6/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link

50 Cent Reacts To Michael Jordan 'Palming' Mary J. Blige's Butt During NBA All-Star Game

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The stars were out in Cleveland, Ohio this weekend for the NBA All-Star game.<a href="https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/michael-jordan-gets-handsy-with-mary-j-blige-in-viral-video-news.148098.html">Social media</a> lit up when Mary J Blige linked up for a photo-op with Michael Jordan. The two was seen on camera engaging in a conversation, and embracing each other- as they're both undoubtably legendary at this point. In the video, the two were seemingly talking about Mary's halftime performance at the Super-Bowl.https://twitter.com/DrGuru_/status/1495918410672357377?s=20&t=cRWrrl5z29C6BuxCZhWnBQ Social media noticed that Michael seemingly placed his hand on Mary's lower back. "MJ was WILDIN last night," wrote one person on Twitter.Take a look below.https://twitter.com/Delamillasouls/status/1495977053769846787?s=20&t=cRWrrl5z29C6BuxCZhWnBQhttps://twitter.com/HopeDealer101/status/1496031752648896512?s=20&t=cRWrrl5z29C6BuxCZhWnBQ

Social Media Reacts To Michael Jordan Seemingly Rubbing Mary J. Blige's Butt In New Viral Video

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Fresh off of her Superbowl Halftime show performance Sunday (2/13), the Queen of Hip-Hop Soul Mary J. Blige sits down with Ebro in the Morning to discuss a variety of things and share some stories.She opens up about a variety of topics including the meaning behind her album, her Super Bowl performance, thoughts on dating, being an actress, how she got her moniker, and shared rare stories on Jay-Z Biggie, Diddy, George Michael, 50 Cent, Method Man, and more!!Watch the full conversation below.https://youtu.be/xGaZqLw6yNI

Mary J. Blige On Superbowl, New Album, Shares Rare Stories On Jay-Z, 50 Cent, Diddy, + More!

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<h1>Is Mary J. Blige the Best Feature in Music?</h1>Today is the incomparable Mary J. Blige’s birthday! Blige has been a solidified musical icon for decades, while many consider her one of the greatest R&B artists of all time, I wanted to take the opportunity to honor her as being one of the most prestigious hip-hop features alive! If you look at the list of artists that Mary J. Blige has collaborated with, it's essentially a miniature music hall of fame. In about 30 years active in the music industry, Mary J. has published 26 features that have charted. Uniquely enough, a large chunk of the songs she's been featured on were large charity songs to alleviate a variety of disasters and for large celebrations. <h4>Mary J. Blige Features Can Be Broken Into a Few Categories.</h4><h2>Hip-Hop Classics </h2>Imagine you’re a young Jay-Z and you’re putting together your debut album, what artist would you want to be on the first song on your first album? HOV chose Mary J. Blige to join him on the intro of Reasonable Doubt on the song “Can’t Knock The Hustle.” Potentially bigger than being on Reasonable Doubt is the timeless classic "I'll Be There for You/You're All I Need to Get By" alongside Method Man. Nearly thirty years after it’s release - the duo of Meth and Mary can still be heard on the radio, in clubs, at weddings, and quite literally anywhere else. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ISvMS6s41vYYou weren’t paying attention if “Runaway Love” by Ludacris and Mary J. Blige didn’t make you cry in 2006. Adding May J. Blige to your rap song is an immediate cheat code for adding soul and emotion. The outro Mary sings on “Runaway Love” could make the scariest man cry. “I was runnin' away too. I will run away with you, I will run away with you. Runaway, runaway love.”Beyond those bangers - Blige has worked with old school greats such as Grand Puba, DMX, Ghostface, Lauryn Hill, Nas, Common, Diddy Wyclef, Jadakiss, 50 Cent, Missy Elliot, and many other legends. More recently Mary has lent her talents to the new school collaborating with Meek Mill, TI, Big Boi, Kendrick Lamar, Rick Ross, Eminem, and Dave East. In many ways, Mary J. Blige is one of the biggest features in hip-hop. <h2>Charity and Major Events</h2>It appears that whenever a tragedy takes place, the first thought that nonprofits have is “Get me Mary J. Blige.” Who could forget the collaboration of A-List artists that was “Just Stand Up,” by the group Artists Stand Up to Cancer? This song is the only time you’ll get side by side comparisons of Beyoncé, Rihanna, Mariah Carey, Miley Cyrus, Fergie, Carrie Underwood, Nicole Scherzinger, Mary J. Blige, Leona Lewis, Keyshia Cole, Natasha Bedingfield, Ciara and Ashanti. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HUEF-NzPnD8That’s just the tip of the iceberg. In 2016 - two of the three features she published were charity songs, one titled Hands which was in response to the Pulse nightclub shooting in Orlando and a remix of Where Is The Love by the Black Eyed Peas. The least likely people to collaborate with Mary J Blige through these two songs are probably Jussie Smollett, RuPaul, and Imagine Dragons. Blige also worked with The Roots to record a song benefiting relief efforts in Haiti.Charity aside - Blige has been tapped to make music for the 1996 Olympic Games and to honor Luther Vandross and Elton John. That all being said, look at how much Mary J. Blige gives to the people, she deserves her roses! <h2>R&B Mega Collaborations</h2>The third and final type of Mary J. Blige feature is the R&B mega collaboration. In 1999 - Mary J. Blige joined Kirk Franklin and The Family to release Lean On Me, a soul-filled classic. Six years later Blige was on Patti LaBelle’s album on the track Ain’t No Way, which is also the title of a Whitney Houston track that coincidentally features Mary J. Blige. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lFOc6uvBTeUThe list of artists that Mary J. Blige has worked with is elite. Chaka Khan, Musiq Soulchild, Sinead O’Connor, and Andrea Boccelli are just a few of the colossal names that have worked with Blige. Having Mary J. Blige on your album is comparable to when a fancy restaurant is awarded a Michelin Star, it is a sign of quality. Good Kid M.A.A.D City, Reasonable Doubt, Man On The Moon II, Dreams And Nightmares, and The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill are just a few of the iconic albums that Blige has blessed. Today we honor the Queen of the feature, one of the best to ever sing, and a trailblazer for all music - Happy Birthday to Mary J. Blige!