Tyla releases a remix of her smash hit, “Push 2 Start” with Sean Paul.
South African star, Tyla is aiming to propel her viral hit “Push 2 Start” even higher on the Billboard Hot 100 with an official remix featuring Jamaican hitmaker Sean Paul. The song, originally part of the deluxe edition of her self-titled debut album, gained mainstream traction and recently entered the Billboard Pop chart. Since its release, the original track has amassed over 155 million Spotify streams, making it one of Tyla’s biggest records yet. With Sean Paul’s signature flair, the remix is poised to push the song to greater heights. Tyla’s chart success is historic—she is only the second African artist to land two songs on the Hot 100, following the legendary Miriam Makeba. Her global smash “Water” peaked at No. 7, and with this latest release, she continues to solidify her place on the international music scene.
Sean Paul is featured on Tyla’s ‘PUSH 2 START’ remix. pic.twitter.com/TucvSerZ4x
— Pop Base (@PopBase) February 13, 2025
Selena Gomez announces a new collaborative album with Benny Blanco.
Singer and actress, Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco are set to release their first joint album, I Said I Love You First, on March 21 via SMG Music/Friends Keep Secrets/Interscope Records. To mark the occasion, the newly engaged couple has dropped the lead single, “Scared of Loving You,” just in time for Valentine’s Day. Written by Gomez, Blanco, and Finneas, the heartfelt track features Gomez singing about the fear of losing love. According to a press release, the album celebrates their relationship, offering fans a glimpse into their love story—from before they met to falling in love and looking toward the future. Gomez recently paused her music career to promote Emilia Perez, the Jacques Audiard-directed musical that earned her a BAFTA nomination. With multiple Emmy, SAG, and Golden Globe nods as an actor and producer, she now returns to music, exciting fans eager for this new chapter.
🚨 Selena Gomez announces new album, ‘I Said I Love You First.’ pic.twitter.com/8iaHSERSVX
— Pop Crave (@PopCrave) February 14, 2025
Madonna reveals she is working on a new album, Confessions Part 2.
The acclaimed Queen of Pop, Madonna has thrilled fans by announcing she is working on new music with longtime collaborator Stuart Price. The 66-year-old pop icon confirmed the project on Instagram, calling it her Valentine’s Day gift to fans. She hinted that the upcoming release could be a sequel to her beloved 2005 album, Confessions on a Dance Floor, which featured global hits like “Hung Up” and “Sorry”. Madonna previously revealed in December that she was back in the studio with Price, who played a key role in shaping Confessions and has collaborated with her for over two decades. He also contributed to three of her tours and recently joined her for the Celebration tour. If the project leads to a full album in 2025, it will be her first studio LP since Madame X in 2019. Fans eagerly await what could be a highly anticipated return to her dance-pop roots.
Madonna announces new music: "Confessions Part 2". pic.twitter.com/82eJNOjDqe
— chart data (@chartdata) February 13, 2025
Timothée Chalamet Bob Dylan Biopic, A Complete Unknown surpasses $100M globally.
Recently released Bob Dylan biopic, A Complete Unknown has soared past $100 million at the global box office ahead of the 2025 Oscars. The eight-time Oscar-nominated film, which was directed by James Mangold, is now Searchlight Pictures’ sixth highest-grossing title domestically, earning $69.5 million and closing in on Sideways ($71.5M). Starring Timothée Chalamet, Edward Norton, Elle Fanning, and Monica Barbaro, the film had Searchlight’s biggest opening since Disney’s acquisition, earning $11.6M in its first weekend and quickly surpassing The Menu ($38.5M) as the studio’s highest-grossing domestic release since 2019. Internationally, A Complete Unknown has dominated box offices in the UK, Australia, New Zealand, France, and Italy, with major markets like Spain, Brazil, Japan, and Germany set to release it by late February. The film will premiere in Germany at the Berlin Film Festival’s Special Gala before landing on digital platforms on February 25. Mangold previously directed Walk the Line, which grossed $186.7M worldwide.
‘A COMPLETE UNKNOWN’ has passed $100M worldwide. pic.twitter.com/ukZCK2bWnI
— DiscussingFilm (@DiscussingFilm) February 13, 2025
Burna Boy makes history as the first cover for Billboard France.
Grammy-winning star, Burna Boy has made history as the first-ever cover star of Billboard France, marking a significant milestone in his career. As anticipation builds for his upcoming album No Sign of Weakness, this achievement highlights his role as a key figure in African music. In an exclusive interview, Burna Boy discusses his influence, Afrobeats’ future, and his highly anticipated concert at the Stade de France on April 18, 2025. Headlining the 80,000-capacity venue, he sees the moment as a victory not just for himself but for African culture as a whole. “This isn’t just a win for me—it’s for a continent and a people whose stories deserve to be heard,” he shares. Praised by Billboard France as Nigeria’s cultural ambassador, Burna Boy remains at the forefront of global music. With over 7 billion streams and a Grammy to his name, his impact continues to push African music to new heights.
BREAKING 🚨🤯
Billboard launches in France & Burna Boy marks history as the first cover of Billboard France 🇫🇷🦍
FROM LAGOS TO PARIS — NO SIGN OF WEAKNESS! pic.twitter.com/v7EOnXBz1B
— The Debut Hub (@thedebuthub) February 13, 2025
