T-Pain considers himself a pretty talented vocalist - no autotune needed. He even dared to test out his skills by releasing a cover album in March titled "On Top of the Covers" - which includes fresh renditions of classics like Sam Cooke's "A Change Is Gonna Come," Journey's "Don't Stop Believin'," and Sam Smith's "Stay With Me." However, T-Pain tells Popsugar there's one song on the album that he was nervous to recreate.
"'War Pigs,' and it wasn't because of the difficulty of the song. It was because I was kind of worried about the reception of it because it's just like, 'You sure about that?' You don't go messing with people's classics," he says.
"It was because I was kind of worried about the reception of it because it's just like, 'You sure about that?'"
T-Pain elaborates, "But with the cover album as a whole,...
"'War Pigs,' and it wasn't because of the difficulty of the song. It was because I was kind of worried about the reception of it because it's just like, 'You sure about that?' You don't go messing with people's classics," he says.
"It was because I was kind of worried about the reception of it because it's just like, 'You sure about that?'"
T-Pain elaborates, "But with the cover album as a whole,...
- 6/14/2023
- by Njera Perkins
- Popsugar.com
Sam Smith walked off stage after just four songs at their Manchester, UK show on May 24th due to vocal complications, as reported Billboard. The pop singer then canceled a pair of upcoming shows per doctor’s orders.
It all came as a shock to attendees, some of whom claim there was no indication of an issue in the first place. Smith explained what happened on their Instagram Story after previously promising a “surprise” for the show that would not be ending with their No. 1 hit “Unholy.” The only surprise, however, was Smith’s abrupt exit.
“Dearest sailors, I don’t know what to say honestly. I fought off a virus a few weeks ago and since then we have travelled across Europe and had such incredible shows,” they wrote in a note reposted by the Ao Arena, where the show took place. “Today in soundcheck I felt fine and...
It all came as a shock to attendees, some of whom claim there was no indication of an issue in the first place. Smith explained what happened on their Instagram Story after previously promising a “surprise” for the show that would not be ending with their No. 1 hit “Unholy.” The only surprise, however, was Smith’s abrupt exit.
“Dearest sailors, I don’t know what to say honestly. I fought off a virus a few weeks ago and since then we have travelled across Europe and had such incredible shows,” they wrote in a note reposted by the Ao Arena, where the show took place. “Today in soundcheck I felt fine and...
- 5/25/2023
- by Cervanté Pope
- Consequence - Music
T-Pain has once again shown off his natural singing prowess on his new album, On Top of the Covers, out now via his own label Nappy Boy Entertainment. Stream it via Apple Music or Spotify below.
On the LP, the singer-rapper went sans Auto-Tune while reimagining hits from Black Sabbath (“War Pigs”), Journey (“Don’t Stop Believin”), Chris Stapleton (“Tennessee Whiskey”), Sam Cooke (“A Change Is Gonna Come”), Sam Smith (“Stay with Me”), and Frank Sinatra (“That’s Life”). The latter track features Nappy Boy Entertainment artist NandoSTL.
“This covers album has been years in the making. I started recording this right after I won The Masked Singer,” T-Pain said in a statement. “It got put on hold for a bit but now that I’m independent, I’m able to do whatever I want to do through Nappy Boy Entertainment and this is something I’ve felt strongly about for a long time.
On the LP, the singer-rapper went sans Auto-Tune while reimagining hits from Black Sabbath (“War Pigs”), Journey (“Don’t Stop Believin”), Chris Stapleton (“Tennessee Whiskey”), Sam Cooke (“A Change Is Gonna Come”), Sam Smith (“Stay with Me”), and Frank Sinatra (“That’s Life”). The latter track features Nappy Boy Entertainment artist NandoSTL.
“This covers album has been years in the making. I started recording this right after I won The Masked Singer,” T-Pain said in a statement. “It got put on hold for a bit but now that I’m independent, I’m able to do whatever I want to do through Nappy Boy Entertainment and this is something I’ve felt strongly about for a long time.
- 3/17/2023
- by Eddie Fu
- Consequence - Music
It’s Friday, Friday, gotta get down on Friday — especially when it’s New Music Friday! We’re breaking down this week’s best new tracks to keep on your radar.
New Music Friday – March 17th, 2023
Taylor Swift – “All Of The Girls You Loved Before”
The Weeknd – “Reminder”, plus Starboy (Deluxe Album)
Sabrina Carpenter – “Feather”, plus emails I can’t send: Fwd (Deluxe Album)
Lewis Capaldi – “How I’m Feeling Now”
Lana Del Rey – “The Grants”
Tori Kelly – “Missin U”
Hoizer – “Eat Your Young”
Other noteworthy artists with releases this week include Taylor Swift – “Eyes Open (Taylor’s Version)”, Taylor Swift – “Safe & Sound (Taylor’s Version)”, Taylor Swift – “This Was A Movie (Taylor’s Version)”, Natalia Damini & Tito Jackson – ” Attitude”, Aluna & Tsha – “Killing Me”, Curtis Waters – “Himbo + God’s Lonely”, King and Nick Jonas – “Maan Meri Jaan (Afterlife), Temples – “Afterlife”, T-Pain – “Stay With Me”, Doechii – “What Is It (Block Boy...
New Music Friday – March 17th, 2023
Taylor Swift – “All Of The Girls You Loved Before”
The Weeknd – “Reminder”, plus Starboy (Deluxe Album)
Sabrina Carpenter – “Feather”, plus emails I can’t send: Fwd (Deluxe Album)
Lewis Capaldi – “How I’m Feeling Now”
Lana Del Rey – “The Grants”
Tori Kelly – “Missin U”
Hoizer – “Eat Your Young”
Other noteworthy artists with releases this week include Taylor Swift – “Eyes Open (Taylor’s Version)”, Taylor Swift – “Safe & Sound (Taylor’s Version)”, Taylor Swift – “This Was A Movie (Taylor’s Version)”, Natalia Damini & Tito Jackson – ” Attitude”, Aluna & Tsha – “Killing Me”, Curtis Waters – “Himbo + God’s Lonely”, King and Nick Jonas – “Maan Meri Jaan (Afterlife), Temples – “Afterlife”, T-Pain – “Stay With Me”, Doechii – “What Is It (Block Boy...
- 3/17/2023
- by Mikael Melo
- ET Canada
Kim Petras, who won the Grammy for best pop duo/group performance for “Unholy” with Sam Smith, said she is the first transgender woman to win the award.
Accepting the honor, she said, “Sam graciously wanted me to accept this award because I’m the first transgender woman to win this award.” As the audience cheered and applauded, with Smith standing by her side, Petras continued, “I just want to thank all the incredible transgender legends before me who kicked these doors open for me so I could be here tonight.”
The singer went on to thank seven-time Grammy winner Madonna, for “fighting for LGBTQ rights. … I don’t think I could be here without Madonna.”
In her acceptance speech for her first Grammy nom and win, Petras also thanked her late friend, who “told me this would happen and always believed in me,” as well as her mother, who...
Accepting the honor, she said, “Sam graciously wanted me to accept this award because I’m the first transgender woman to win this award.” As the audience cheered and applauded, with Smith standing by her side, Petras continued, “I just want to thank all the incredible transgender legends before me who kicked these doors open for me so I could be here tonight.”
The singer went on to thank seven-time Grammy winner Madonna, for “fighting for LGBTQ rights. … I don’t think I could be here without Madonna.”
In her acceptance speech for her first Grammy nom and win, Petras also thanked her late friend, who “told me this would happen and always believed in me,” as well as her mother, who...
- 2/6/2023
- by Carly Thomas
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
One of the most inescapable songs of the year just led to one of the Grammys‘ most talked-about moments.
Sam Smith and Kim Petras took the stage on Sunday to perform “Unholy,” shortly after it won the Grammy for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance. And an introduction from Madonna? Iconic.
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And while we’re discussing special appearances, we should also note that...
Sam Smith and Kim Petras took the stage on Sunday to perform “Unholy,” shortly after it won the Grammy for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance. And an introduction from Madonna? Iconic.
More from TVLineRatings: Grammy Awards Audience Surges 30 to Hit a 3-Year HighGrammys Honor 50 Years of Hip-Hop With All-Star Medley: Queen Latifah, Missy Elliott, Nelly and 30+ OthersBeyoncé Breaks Record for Most Grammy Wins Ever -- Watch Her History-Making Speech
And while we’re discussing special appearances, we should also note that...
- 2/6/2023
- by Andy Swift
- TVLine.com
LGBTQ history was made at the 2023 Grammy Awards. On Sunday, Kim Petras and Sam Smith accepted the award for Best Pop Duo/Group Collaboration for their song “Unholy,” making Petras the first-ever transgender woman to win a Grammy in the category.
The artists walked onstage together, but Smith stood behind Petras and gave her the mic.”Sam graciously wanted me to accept this award because I’m the first transgender woman to win this award,” Petras said.
“I just want to thank all the incredible transgender legends before me who...
The artists walked onstage together, but Smith stood behind Petras and gave her the mic.”Sam graciously wanted me to accept this award because I’m the first transgender woman to win this award,” Petras said.
“I just want to thank all the incredible transgender legends before me who...
- 2/6/2023
- by Tomás Mier
- Rollingstone.com
Sam Smith has been open about their lifelong struggle with body dysmorphia but the “Stay With Me” singer now appears to have it under control.
In a recent interview with The Sunday Times, Smith admitted it had been a long journey to accept themselves enough to pose shirtless for the cover of their latest album, Gloria.
“Within my industry there is definitely that question of, ‘What should a pop star look like?'” Smith explained, admitting they never fit the “norm.”
Read More: Sam Smith Poses Wearing Heart-Shaped Nipple Covers Amid Music Video Controversy
According to Smith, a change began happening with their self-image after their 2018 Thrill of It All tour.
“When I was 25, I came off tour exhausted. I looked to role models in the body world. Every time I went to the pool, I felt self-conscious, but I forced myself to take my top off,” they said.
“It...
In a recent interview with The Sunday Times, Smith admitted it had been a long journey to accept themselves enough to pose shirtless for the cover of their latest album, Gloria.
“Within my industry there is definitely that question of, ‘What should a pop star look like?'” Smith explained, admitting they never fit the “norm.”
Read More: Sam Smith Poses Wearing Heart-Shaped Nipple Covers Amid Music Video Controversy
According to Smith, a change began happening with their self-image after their 2018 Thrill of It All tour.
“When I was 25, I came off tour exhausted. I looked to role models in the body world. Every time I went to the pool, I felt self-conscious, but I forced myself to take my top off,” they said.
“It...
- 2/1/2023
- by Brent Furdyk
- ET Canada
Five years ago, DJ and producer Calvin Harris released Funk Wav Bounces Vol. 1, an All-Star Weekend for pop-edm: There was Frank Ocean teaming up with Migos on the breezy “Slide,” and Katy Perry and Pharrell Williams being flanked by Big Sean on the hiccuping “Feels.” It was part flex of Harris’ collaborator-wrangling muscle, part party record, part way for Harris to indulge in his love of the era where disco and funk commingled, and it spawned enough hit singles that a sequel was inevitable.
The second entry in the...
The second entry in the...
- 8/5/2022
- by Maura Johnston
- Rollingstone.com
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