Tiwa Savage hints that her upcoming album might be her last.
Afrobeats star Tiwa Savage has revealed she is considering retiring from music. In a recent Instagram story, the singer shared that her upcoming studio album might be her last, citing exhaustion and feeling she has given her all. “This might be my last studio album. I’m tired. I don try,” she wrote. However, Tiwa did not disclose the album’s title or release date. The 44-year-old rose to fame in 2010 with her breakout single “Kele Kele Love” and has since become one of Nigeria’s most prominent artists. In 2018, she made history as the first female African artist to win Best African Act at the MTV Europe Music Awards and later signed with Universal Music Group in 2019. Tiwa’s notable works include her debut album Once Upon a Time (2013), R.E.D (2015), Sugarcane EP (2017), Celia (2020), and Water and Garri (2021).
Tiwa Savage hints at possible retirement from music in her latest post. pic.twitter.com/SULfFSIPrB
— The Kulture Spot🎙️ (@The_Kulturespot) December 28, 2024
Ice Spice stuns many fans with her new On The Radar freestyle.
American rapper, Ice Spice has returned to On The Radar with a new freestyle. On Saturday, the Y2K! rapper visited the platform to perform over a beat by her frequent collaborator RiotUSA. Dressed in all black and sporting an iced-out butterfly chain, Ice delivered bars about moving on from a failed relationship, rapping: “Why would you lie? / N***a you fried, you just be high / But you was my heart / Now we apart, I’m in the dark.” This marks Ice Spice’s second appearance on the platform. Her first freestyle in 2022, also produced by RiotUSA, went viral and showcased her drill rap roots. The Bronx artist recently released the deluxe edition of her debut album Y2K!: I’m Just A Girl on Christmas Day, featuring five new tracks, including collaborations with DaBaby, NLE Choppa, Bb trickz, and Anuel AA, along with fan favorites like “So What?” and “Like.”
Ice Spice's new On The Radar freestyle has arrived 🎤pic.twitter.com/n9YaGNsClK
— Complex Music (@ComplexMusic) December 28, 2024
Chloe Bailey reveals a new Chloe x Halle album is on the horizon.
Pop Star, Chloe Bailey is preparing for an exciting 2025. In an exclusive interview with PEOPLE, the 26-year-old singer and actress shared her career plans for the coming year, including the possibility of reuniting musically with her sister, Halle. Chloe confirmed that new music from their duo, Chloe x Halle, is on the horizon. “I know she has a lot going on, and I’m so proud of her,” Chloe said. “I can’t wait for us to finally piece together the body of work we’ve been discussing for so long.” Reflecting on their recent performance at the Fashion Awards, she added, “It felt so special, and I can’t wait to do that again with another album.” While Halle has focused on her movie career, Chloe has released two solo albums. Fans are eagerly anticipating the return of their beloved musical collaboration.
Chloe Bailey teases a new Chloe x Halle album in interview with PEOPLE:
“I know [Halle] has a lot going on, and I’m so proud and excited for her, so I cannot wait for us to finally piece together the body of work we’ve been talking about for so long. At the Fashion Awards, we… pic.twitter.com/iX7Ha7zejo
— Pop Crave (@PopCrave) December 29, 2024
Squid Game 2 becomes the first Netflix series to chart #1 in all 93 countries.
The newly released Season 2 of Squid Game has already made a huge impact just two days after its December 26 release, achieving the same explosive success as its first season. While reactions to the new season have been mixed, the global charts highlight its dominance: Squid Game is ranked #1 in all 93 countries tracked, becoming the first Netflix show to ever reach this milestone. According to FlixPatrol, the series topped the global chart for top TV shows on Netflix, with 92 nations, including South Korea, the U.S., France, Mexico, and the U.K., listing it as their most-viewed show. It was only surpassed by New Zealand, where it placed second. Despite critical reviews, the second season continues to captivate audiences with its high-stakes drama. Season 3 has already been filmed alongside Season 2 and is set for a 2025 release.
‘Squid Game’ Season 2 has made history by becoming the first Netflix series to top the Top 10 series chart in all 93 countries. pic.twitter.com/wUYUqrTN9k
— Pop Tingz (@ThePopTingz) December 28, 2024
Juls reveals that Wande Coal’s hit song, “So Mi So” was a freestyle.
Popular Afrobeats Producer, Juls recently revealed the effortless process behind the creation of Wande Coal’s hit song “So Mi So”, describing it as a spontaneous freestyle. Reflecting on the track’s origins, Juls explained, “Literally, the whole thing was a freestyle,” highlighting the natural flow of creativity that led to its success. With Juls’ signature Afro-fusion beats and Wande Coal’s soulful delivery, “So Mi So” quickly became a fan favorite, blending sultry rhythms with powerful vocals. The song’s organic creation process reflects the strong musical chemistry between Juls and Wande Coal, showcasing how unfiltered creativity can lead to iconic music. Fans have since praised Wande Coal’s exceptional talent, further cementing “So Mi So” as one of his standout tracks. The song’s creation proves that sometimes the best music is born from spontaneous moments of inspiration.
“Literarily, the whole thing was a freestyle.”
Juls on how Wande Coal “So Mi So”
— 49th. (@the49thstreet) December 28, 2024
