Pop
Doja Cat’s ‘Say So’ Success & A Brief History of Remix-Boosted No. 1s
“Say So” is the latest hit to get a lift to No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 thanks in part to a remix. When Doja Cat’s “Say So” jumped to No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, it not only gave the rising star her first chart-topper, but it also marked the latest in a line of singles that got a boost to the top thanks in part to a fresh remix. Nicki Minaj joined Doja Cat for a new reworking of “Say So,” which was released on May 1, and the combined forces of the original version and the remix helped lift the song to No. 1. And, because of the power of the remix, Minaj got credit on the chart as the tune’s featured artist — giving Minaj her first No. 1 on the Hot 100. Considering the news of the “Say So” remix aiding in the No. 1 rise, the Billboard Pop Shop Podcast is taking a stroll d...
12 Songs You Didn’t Know Julia Michaels Co-Wrote
You may recognize Julia Michaels from her breakout single “Issues,” which peaked at No. 11 on the Billboard Hot 100, or the rock-tinged “Uh Huh,” another track included on her 2017 debut “mini-album” Nervous System. But chances are, you’ve been listening to the 26-year-old’s catchy, emotive, and often tongue-in-cheek lyricism for longer than you think. Michaels began her music career as a songwriter, penning hits for the likes of Fifth Harmony, Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez. And her co-writing catalog spans a range of diverse artists and genres, from pop radio material to rugged acoustic sounds and rock. Most recently, Michaels imparted her songwriting wisdom on the Monday (May 11) episode of NBC’s Songland, where sh...
‘Rise Up New York!’ Telethon: The 10 Best Moments
“We care about our neighbors, and that’s why we want to help.” New York native and acting legend Robert De Niro kicked off Robin Hood and iHeartMedia’s Rise Up New York! telethon on Monday (May 11) with that simple reasoning about why the benefit show was happening. Since the coronavirus began spreading across the nation earlier this year, New York City has been the hardest hit, becoming the epicenter of the pandemic with more than 26,000 deaths to date and too many jobs lost. The telethon, hosted by Tina Fey from 30 Rockefeller Plaza, featured numerous famous faces with New York ties, from musicians to Broadway stars to chefs and beyond. Each offered messages of hope and urged viewers to donate to help the people of New York get back on their feet after the devasta...
Cher Shares Touching Throwback Photo Amid Mom’s Health Battle on Mother’s Day
Cher took to social media on Sunday (May 10) to share a sweet Mother’s Day tribute along with an update on her mom’s current health battle. “Momma,Gee & Me,” the legend captioned a black-and-white snap of herself as a young girl posing alongside her mother Georgia Holt and half-sister Georganne. “Mom had to go to Hospital day before yesterday. Not Covid 19. She needed infusions,Iron,& Transfusion…They Say’ll She’ll Be Much Much better in a few days.” The post comes just two days after Cher’s first musical release of 2020: a Spanish re-recording of her take on ABBA‘s “Chiquitita.” Originally released as part of the singer’s 2018 ABBA cover album Dancing Queen, Cher will be donating all proceeds from the dual-lan...
Watch ‘Quarantine Jenga’ Night Go Down at Justin and Hailey Bieber’s House
It’s game on in episode four of The Biebers on Watch. The latest peek into the quarantine life of newlyweds Justin Bieber and Hailey Bieber finds the couple hunkering down for an intense game of Jenga, with a side dish of deep thoughts. As they, like all of us, are forced to be together 24/7 during the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown, the Biebers are digging deep into their relationship, which Justin asking Hailey to describe the hardest part of being stuck in this moment. For her, it’s nice that they are newly married and, “it’s fun having this extra time together.” Keep in mind, Justin, 26, was supposed to be on a global tour that was slated to kick off on Thursday (May 14), but instead he’s home. “I feel like we’re getting to know each other st...
You Have to See Chloe Fineman’s Pitch-Perfect Impression of Britney Spears in Quarantine on ‘SNL’
Saturday Night Live offered up a spot-on impression of Britney Spears‘ imaginary life in quarantine in its Saturday (May 10) season finale, and the result was nothing short of hilarious. Played by SNL newcomer Chloe Fineman, the skit centered around the pop icon offering a “Masterclass Quarantine Edition” from the comfort of her luxe Los Angeles mansion. “I’ve been quarantined for five years now, and that’s OK because all my favorite stuff is here,” Fineman-as-Spears quips, perfecting the superstar’s unique speaking cadence, mannerisms and head tilts as she leads viewers through an at-home workout (“Oops, I burned my gym down”), and painting watercolors in her garden. The comedian then lampooned Spears’ adorable penchant for...
Fans Pick Ariana Grande & Justin Bieber’s ‘Stuck With U’ as This Week’s Favorite New Music
The pop duo’s new song brought in 75 percent of the vote. Ariana Grande and Justin Bieber‘s “Stuck With U” struck a chord with music fans this week. The pop superstars soared to the top of this week’s favorite new music release poll, which was published Friday (May 8) on Billboard, with their new song. “Stuck With U” was the fan favorite, totaling more than 75 percent of the vote. All sales and streams of the track support the First Responders Children’s Foundation to fund grants and scholarships for kids of healthcare workers, emergency medical technicians (EMTs), paramedics, police officers and firefighters. In second place came Kehlani‘s It Was Good Until It Wasn’t album, followed by Young Thug and Chris Brown‘s collaborat...
The 10 Best Moments From ‘Disney Family Singalong: Volume 2′
Less than a month after the first Disney Family Singalong on ABC, the network returned for an encore on Sunday night (May 10). This time, the hour-long special treated fans to performances from Halsey, Katy Perry, Keke Palmer and, of course, welcomed the return of Derek Hough, Hayley Erbert and Julianne Hough for another high-energy, visually stunning clip. And while the singalong aimed to offer kids — and their parents — a much needed distraction, it also honored all the moms at home and on the front lines doing what they do best amidst the ongoing pandemic: taking care of everyone. The show kicked off with a special introduction from Kermit, who dialed in Seth Rogan. Rogan told everyone’s favorite frog: “I’m kind of getting a little lonely. I just can’t stop think...
Taylor Swift Shares Sweet Mother’s Day Message & Childhood Home Video: Watch
Every day with her mom is “The Best Day” for Taylor Swift. The pop star, who dedicated a track to her mother on her Fearless album in 2008, penned a touching note in honor of Andrea Swift for Mother’s Day 2020. Accompanying the loving tribute to her mom was a childhood home video of an adorable baby Swift at 10 months old, learning how to say her numbers and fun words like “macaroni.” “My conversations with my mom have always been and will always be some of my favorite memories – from when I was 10 months old in this video from October 1990 to now talking every day on the phone,” Swift wrote on Instagram Sunday (May 10).. “Our talks are everything to me. Myyyyyyyy goodness I love you Mom. Happy Mother’s Day. “ She added: “PS...
P!nk Pens Encouraging Mother’s Day Essay Amid Coronavirus Pandemic
P!nk has an encouraging message for moms around the world this Mother’s Day: “You are doing amazing.” In an essay published by NBC News on Saturday (May 9), the pop superstar chronicles her emotionally draining experience battling Covid-19 and offers hope to less fortunate families around the globe struggling during the pandemic. “Battling COVID-19 along with my 3-year-old son was the most physically and emotionally challenging experience I have gone through as a mother,” writes P!nk, who was diagnosed in early April. “Weeks after receiving our test results, my son was still ill and feverish. It was a terrifying time, not knowing what might come next.” The singer’s experience with coronavirus has opened her eyes to the needs of others around ...
Demi Lovato & Max Ehrich Share Romantic Kiss Dancing to ‘Stuck With U’: Watch
Demi Lovato and Max Ehrich let everyone in on an especially lovey-dovey moment inspired by Justin Bieber and Ariana Grande‘s “Stuck With U.” The apparent couple shared a video showing a romantic slow dance — and some smooching — together in a starlit room Friday night (May 8). “Happy to be a part of something so special right now,” Lovato gushed. “Like really REALLY happy if you can’t tell… #stuckwithu.” “my whole heart. #stuckwithu,” Ehrich wrote on his own Instagram, where he posted the same sweet video. A short clip of their endearing dance made it into Bieber and Grande’s actual “Stuck With U” video — one of many celebrity cameos in the star-studded project, which is benefiting the...
Taylor Swift Checks In With Cute ‘Caturday’ Photo
It’s just another crazy “caturday” for Taylor Swift in quarantine. Swift, who’s been popping in with casual updates from home on social media recently, added a meme-ready photo of one of her cats, Olivia Benson, stretching out and looking ready for takeoff on her Instagram stories Saturday (May 9). “In her mind she is zoomin through space and I love that for her,” she captioned the snapshot, along with the appropriate hashtag #caturday. Eagle-eyed Swifties were quick to point out that the mat that is partially obscured in the picture is likely this oh-so-fitting “I HOPE YOU LIKE CATS” doormat. Catch up with Swift’s Instagram updates and see her latest story saved in a fan tweet below.
