#62nd Annual GRAMMY Awards

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Burna Boy featuring 21 Savage - Sittin' on Top of the World 2023

Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu, known professionally as Burna Boy, is a Nigerian singer, songwriter and record producer. He rose to stardom in 2012 after releasing "Like to Party", the lead single from his debut studio album L.I.F.E (2013). In 2019, he won Best International Act at the BET Awards, and was named an Apple Music Up Next artist. He also released his fourth studio album, African Giant, which went on to win Album of the Year at the All Africa Music Awards and was nominated for Best World Music Album at the 62nd Annual Grammy Awards. He was awarded African Artist of the Year at the 2020 Ghana Music Awards. Burna Boy released his fifth studio album, Twice as Tall, in August 2020. It won Best World Music Album at the 63rd Annual Grammy Awards. He again won Best International Act at the 2021 BET Awards.

Burna Boy's sixth studio album Love, Damini was released in 2022 and became the highest debut of a Nigerian album on the Billboard 200 chart. It also became the highest-charting African album in France, the Netherlands and the UK. Burna Boy was awarded the Member of the Order of the Federal Republic plaque for his achievements in music. He won his fourth Best International Act at the BET Awards in 2023. He won The Headies Afrobeats Single of the Year category and also the Song of the Year for "Last Last". In support of his album Love, Damini, Burna Boy embarked on a global tour starting in May 2022, with dates in North America, Europe and Africa. On 3 June 2023, he performed in front of a sold-out 60,000 crowd at the London Stadium, becoming the first African artist to headline a stadium tour in the UK. Reacting to this achievement, he first alluded to the album title, saying, "I told them that I'm a genius".

"Sittin' on Top of the World" was released on 1 June 2023 as the lead single from Burna Boy's seventh studio album I Told Them… (2023). Produced by Skread, it contains a sample of "Top of the World" by Brandy featuring Mase. The official remix of the song, featuring Atlanta-based rapper 21 Savage, received a nomination for Best Melodic Rap Performance at the 66th Annual Grammy Awards. Burna Boy performed the song at the ceremony alongside Brandy and 21 Savage.

"Sittin' on Top of the World" received a total of 47,3% yes votes.

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4 YEARS OF 7 RINGS - 18 JAN 2019

7 Rings debuted at number-one on the Billboard Hot 100, becoming Grande's second number-one single, following thank u, next. It received nominations for Record of the Year and Best Pop Solo Performance at the 62nd Annual Grammy Awards.

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Gwen Stefani's most show-stopping looks from the 90s to now Part 1

1. The Tonight Show, 2022

2. 62nd Annual GRAMMY Awards, 2020

This has to be one of the most breathtaking gowns we have ever seen, making it by far one of Gwen Stefani's best-ever looks. Vintage-inspired and adorned with sacred hearts, it is timelessly gorgeous - and can even rival some of the best Met Gala looks of all time.

3. 48th AFI Life Achievement Award Gala Tribute, 2022

4. Hollywood Walk of Fame, 2023

5. Live 105's Not So Silent Night, 1995

6. The Voice - Season 22, 2022

7. Met Gala, 2022

8. Met Gala, 2019

9. MTV Video Music Awards, 1998

10. The Holiday Light Show, 2017

11. 66th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards, 2014

12. Vanity Fair Oscar Party, 2016

Pictured with her husband Blake Shelton, Gwen Stefani is a vision in red. This gown is certainly daring but one that she pulls off effortlessly. From the petal details to her old Hollywood glam red lip and bob, it is an unforgettable style moment.

13. Vogue Fashion Awards, 2001

14. The Voice - Season 19, 2020

15. Visit to Hallmark Channel's "Home & Family", 2020

16. The Voice - Season 19, 2020

17. The 45th Annual GRAMMY Awards, 2003

18. LA Orpheum, 2015

19. Los Angeles Premiere of "The Aviator", 2004

20. Vogue Fashion Fund Event, 2012

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62nd Annual GRAMMY Awards at Staples Center in LA - January 26, 2020

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62nd Annual Grammy Awards at Staples Center in Los Angeles, California - January 26, 2020

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MAKEUP THE BREAK UP

Park Jimin | Chapter 8

SERIES MASTERLIST

Pairing: Park Jimin x OC

Synopsis: What happens when Park Jimin's biggest what if comes back into his life? His friendly neighbor, childhood best friend, high school lover, and now his makeup artist?! Amidst the 2020 outbreak, the last thing he needed was Seong Areum making his heart skip a beat and fill his stomach with air. What will he do when unspoken words threaten to slip past his tongue? Would he take the chance of ruining a healing past? Or would he let her slip away once more and let himself get lost in the lights?

Notes/Warnings: surprises??, not beta read, I didn’t get to upload this on the weekends cuz i got super busy but enjoy 😊

Word Count: 6.2k words

Back To Busan

The rest of the week had been normal. No weird interactions nor an airy stomach. I’ve learned to forget about a lot of my personal problems whenever I enter the HYBE building. Thankfully enough, I never saw Areum again aside from the photoshoot. It wasn’t like we had much time to think about anything else but our upcoming album anyway.

Our trip to Los Angeles for the 62nd Annual Grammy Awards had gone by without a hitch. We did hope to come back soon to perform our own song, though it was already such an honor to sing alongside Lil Nas X and other artists. We did a few more promotional activities in America and filmed most of our new album’s music videos before we went back to Seoul together to finish a few more things before we had a few days of rest in preparation for the release of our newest album ‘Map of the Soul: 7’ and our eventual return to America.

A few things have changed with scheduling. The break was 5 days long starting on Wednesday, February 12th. Though a few members had already started their break during the weekend as our schedules had started to clear off and our knotted muscles built up. During the break, all promotional content was already pre-recorded and filmed so we had nothing to worry about. Instead, we all focused on getting the most out of our break as we had a lot of promotional activities planned for our album. The last proper one that we predict to release as talk about our enlistments was becoming more frequent.

“When will you be back?” Hobi’s voice spoke as soon as I completely zipped up my backpack.

“I don’t know, maybe the 19th? The album isn’t getting released until the 21st so I might stay in Busan a little longer…

I can see a visible frown appear on Hoseok’s face as I had to lean back from the laughter erupting in my lungs.

“Oh come on! Did you really think I’d miss your birthday? We even have a flight on the 17th. There’s no way I want to travel separately.” I walked over to my hyung before hugging him. A few chuckles left his lips as he stood up from his bed.

“I’ll be back by the 16th. We’ll have plenty of time to celebrate your birthday.” I smiled at Hoseok as he smiled back at me.

“Hey, have a safe trip.” Hoseok wished me before I exited our shared room with my backpack hanging behind my back. I didn’t have to bring much considering my old room still had a fair amount of clothes that were intended to be used whenever I stayed in Busan.

“Thanks, enjoy your break too!” I greeted before the door closed behind me and I was greeted by the youngest of us sitting on the couch.

“Are you going already, hyung?” Jungkook asked, though his eyes stayed on the TV.

“Yeah, I have to catch the train.”

“You’re taking the train?” Yoongi said from the kitchen as I passed by him and Tae.

“Yeah, I don’t want to deal with the media at Incheon Airport.” I left my luggage in the corridor and quickly tied up the laces of my sneakers.

“When will you be back in Seoul?” Taehyung asked as he walked towards me holding a bowl of his Shin Ramyun. He picked a mouthful with his chopsticks and gestured for me to open my mouth, which I accepted happily.

“I’m not sure yet. I’ll be back here at the apartment by the time we leave for our flight though.” I answered as I chewed on the hot noodles with a hiss from how hot the stew was.

“Alright, have a safe trip.” Taehyung sent me a smile before he slurped a mouthful of noodles.

“Have a safe trip, Jimin ah.”

“Have a safe trip, hyung!”

Yoongi and Jungkook greeted me before I walked down the entrance hallway and exited the door.

Our van waited for me in front of our apartment building before it started its short drive to the Train Station. However, I did request the driver to stop by my favorite cafe for me to grab a breakfast sandwich and coffee before we went straight to the train station.

The train boarded at twelve in the afternoon. I made sure to keep a cap on my head and a mask on my face the entire time. It wasn’t much of a hassle getting on board as I picked the less busy hours to commute. The train itself also had seats that were more comfortable, so the most I had to do was to keep my white mask below my nose and keep my head down.

I wasn’t really tired considering the cup of coffee I drank on the way to the station, so I decided on opening Instagram once again. The late night on the balcony wasn’t the only time I checked the social media app.

A friend of mine showed me a fan’s artwork of me and the members during our trip to America. It was enough for me to stay online for another reason than to stalk. However, I made sure I left no digital footprint and only screenshotted the things that I really wanted to save.

I opened the Instagram app and scrolled through my feed. Encountering a few irrelevant posts before I saw some fan art. I knew I could find these in Weverse too though there were some that were exclusively posted on Instagram that I couldn’t find on our app.

Instagram also just showed me regular funny content instead of all BTS content, so it wasn’t like I just had it to see the works of our fans. As I scrolled the BTS content began to subside and I was about to log off until I found a very specific post…

I refused to believe it. Out of all the days Areum has stayed in South Korea, did she really visit Busan on the week that I was going to stay there? Perhaps it was a late post, though when I tapped on her profile and saw her latest post my heart sank to my stomach.

It was JiHyun with Areum.

It brings me to question if JiHyun knew that the Seongs visited Seoul. Did he tell Eomma and Appa? If so then why didn’t they tell me anything?

I guess I’ll find out when I arrive.

Though out of all the thoughts in my mind, I couldn’t help but laugh at one particular and absolutely ridiculous thought… Did Areum really mean the caption? There was absolutely no way JiHyun was her favorite. Eomma should be her favorite and there was no way I was below JiHyun. I mean… who loves that child over me?

I exited the app and promised myself an hour of rest as I tried to forget about all the possibilities of bumping into each other in Busan. I mean how crazy would that be? With my tight schedule for the new album, she manages to be in Busan the week I’ll be staying there? No way. I wouldn’t believe it until it happens.

Oh, how I bite my own words at times…

I got off the train and out of the station to meet the Busan air. Busan wasn’t much different from Seoul, though whenever I’m here I’m always taken back to my younger days. Even if I came here for work and projects, my body still associates this place as home and therefore every unsettling thought I had would immediately get pushed to the back of my mind.

I kept my head down just to be safe. The last thing I wanted was for people to know that I’m in town as soon as I arrived. I looked at my phone screen in my hands as the last text from JiHyun reflected back at me.

I quickly typed a message saying that I was already out of the station before I looked back up and tried to find my brother on the sidewalk. The place wasn’t so crowded though I still had to keep my head down since the sun was already burning through the fabric of my black cap.

“Jimin hyung!”

I heard a voice call out to me as my head snapped to the direction of the sound.

I saw my brother waving an arm up with a smile on his face as I also raised my hand up to wave before walking closer to him. He had this gummy smile on his face that I knew brewed trouble.

I was only a few steps away from JiHyun, the dragging of my luggage on the cement slowly faded as JiHyun stepped aside and showed Areum standing behind him.

Surprise? I guess?

My steps immediately halted as JiHyun was quick to take the three steps that separated us. He engulfed me in a hug though I didn’t do much to reciprocate it.

“Hyung, I hope you don’t mind Ahnna and Areum tagging along. They just surprised us at the cafe earlier this morning. Did you know they have been staying in Seoul since last year? Apparently, after Mr and Mrs Seong separated, Ahnna wanted to enroll in SOPA. Little Ahnna is all grown up now.” JiHyun was quick to info dump on me as I flicked my gaze between my overly enthusiastic though jittery and nervous younger brother and the same woman I saw on Instagram a few hours ago.

I don’t know if it was from the long trip to Busan or everything happening all at once but I was starting to get a headache, and the once freeing aura I felt in Busan was replaced with a heavy confusion and an annoyingly airy stomach that was becoming a common feeling for me.

“Slow down, JiHyun.” I forced a chuckle as I placed a hand on my younger brother’s shoulder.

“Jimin ssi must be tired from his trip. Ahnna already got us a taxi, let’s go?” Areum spoke in the tone she used with Soobin at the photoshoot. It was so foreign to me. Her voice was foreign to my ears though it was the way she addressed me that had my stomach churning. Since when was I held to such formality?

“I slept pretty well on the trip here, actually. Though I am starving for some of Appa’s cream toast.” I answered back though my eyes stayed on the laces of my shoes. I can feel myself holding back on my tone, as much as I wanted to talk in mocking formality it would do terrible things to an already severed and awkward bridge.

After all the exes I’ve had, I never once saw them again after we broke up. Whether it be flings or proper relationships, I always made sure that once they are in my life they only take up a portion of it. They can’t be connected to my family or friends and certainly not in my job. Perhaps that’s why they always managed to fail. The most presence and effect on my life they had was on my leisure time which was only about 10-15% of what I focus on.

But Areum was different. You could say I learned from my mistakes when I broke up with her. I couldn’t bear JiHyun getting upset at me for breaking up with a girl he liked me with. That’s why no other girl managed to come home to Busan with me. Areum was my friend first. Our parents were friends first and we were stupid enough to play with our feelings and sever the relationship our families had.

We all collectively turned our heads to see a younger woman waving at us while standing beside a yellow taxi. She looked just like the Instagram posts. She was practically a twin of Areum though there were a few differences. She looked more youthful and had an aura of a definite foreigner, unlike her older sister who still blended in naturally with national Koreans. Her skin was tanned and she had fewer moles on her face than her sister. She had colored her hair a tint of caramel brown though she was almost the same height as Areum. It was difficult to believe that this grown teenager was in fact the baby the three of us collectively babysat for our parents whilst growing up.

“No way! The last time I saw you was when you were ten?!” I gasped as Ahnna giggled and went closer to embrace me in a hug that I reciprocated.

“Jimin oppa! So glad to see you!” She said as we parted.

“I’m glad you’re using honorifics even after America.”

“Of course! Eumi reminded me to always use honorifics. Especially with you two oppas.” Ahnna pointed at me and JiHyun whilst glancing at a less elated Areum crossing her arms at what her younger sister said.

“That’s unnie to you.” Areum reminded, as Ahnna rolled her eyes.

Areum and Ahnna got into the backseat as JiHyun was about to head for the passenger door when our eyes met and I sent him a less-than-satisfied gaze. I wasn’t one to hate surprises though this type of information deserved at least a proper heads-up an hour prior. I saw Areum’s post. They have been together since earlier in the morning and not once did JiHyun message me to at least say a “Hey! Btw Areum is coming to pick you up”. I would’ve at least had a breath mint before coming out. I’m sure my breath stinks of mayo and coffee.

I got in the passenger seat as the taxi driver asked me where we were heading.

“Jinam-ro 127beon-gil.” I said as the taxi driver inputted the address on his navigation before we were on our way.

“When did you arrive here?” I asked, looking through the reflection of the rearview mirror to direct my question towards the Seong sisters.

“We arrived last night. I think around 8 pm?” Ahnna was unsure of the specifics though I saw Areum nod in the reflection to confirm that the younger was correct.

“What? Why didn’t you come to the Magnate then? Eomma and Appa could’ve served you dinner.” JiHyun asked.

“Oh, we weren’t sure what time the cafe opened or closed.” Ahnna sent a meek and shy smile before fiddling with her fingers.

“Besides, we were pretty exhausted by then and we didn’t want to bother.” Areum added.

“You guys are never a bother. You’re our family.” JiHyun spoke warmly and there was another churn in my stomach and I wasn’t so sure if this was because I was hungry.

“I’m surprised you didn’t even message me prior to your trip to Busan! I didn’t even know you were in Seoul!” JiHyun continued.

This confirmed the fact that Areum really didn’t tell anyone about their trip back to South Korea. This meant that I really couldn’t blame JiHyun and that I should’ve been cautious enough after seeing Areum’s posts.

“We weren’t planning to, but Ahnna really wanted to see Busan before she gets busy with school.”

I nodded in my seat up front before I decided on removing my cap and lowering my mask below my chin as we’d spent enough time in the taxi for me to know that the driver still respected the privacy of our conversation by not inserting himself in. I fixed my hair with a shake of my hand and checked the time on my phone to estimate what time we’d arrive at the cafe.

“Oh hyung! Did you know Ahnna is planning to enroll to SOPA?” JiHyun said as I turned back to look at the younger girl.

“School of Performing Arts at Seoul?”

“Yeah, I’m planning on joining after spring break.” Ahnna answered me as I nodded.

“My friend graduated there, I’ll see if he has some notes. It’s said to be very difficult.” I softly warned though it was a warm feeling to know that Ahnna was also interested in Arts.

“Aren’t all high schools hard though? It gets worse during college.” Areum squeezed Ahnna's shoulder before meeting my eyes through the reflection.

“Just stay focused… and keep in mind that people are here to help and support you, so don’t push us away when things get too stressful. We just want to help.” Areum’s stare burned into mine. Perhaps I was reading off her lines a bit too much, but I knew that her advice was a small jab at how I pushed her away during my years at Korean Arts High School.

“High school isn’t the end of everything, Ahnna. What department will you specialize in?” I redirected the topic.

“Practical Dance, though I’ll still give everything a try. I just know that I really want to pursue arts, whatever type it may be.”

“Are you thinking of becoming an idol?”

My question left a silence in the car. Suddenly all I heard was the rubber of the wheels against the asphalt and the engine of the taxi. I can see Ahnna and Areum give each other a look before Ahnna lets out a forced and awkward chuckle with a shake of her head.

“No… I don’t think becoming an idol is what I want.” Ahnna’s voice held uncertainty as she kept glancing at her older sister whilst playing with her fingers.

“Owh… such shame, I could’ve given some agencies a good word in for you. How old are you already?”

“I just turned 17 last year. I was going to do a year of high school here before going to university.”

“Ah! Speaking of university. Jimin hyung, when are you graduating?” JiHyun switched the topic before his hand came up behind the passenger seat.

“August. I still have a semester to go.” I smiled, more to myself though I was still proud to pursue proper education and learn a few new things I didn’t know before.

“You’re taking a major?” Areum asked in a small voice that I would’ve missed if I wasn’t so focused on gauging her reaction through the mirror.

“Yeah. Broadcasting and Entertainment major at Global Cyber University.” I turned around and sent her a closed-lip smile before turning back around, not staying too long to watch her reaction. I’d like to pretend that she smiled back and had a proud face for me, though I doubt it.

“What? So how do you do it? How do you balance idol life and University? Don’t you have a new album coming out? How do you do all your foreign promotions when you have classes?”

Areum had nudged Ahnna as the younger stopped her questions and looked shy by her curiosity. JiHyun was laughing as he squeezed the youngest by the shoulder to ease her as I myself let out a chuckle.

“You follow BTS?” I asked as Ahnna hesitantly shook her head which made me raise a brow.

“I’m not ARMY, but I listen here and there.”

“Uh huh, sure…” I showed my unconvinced tone as Ahnna widened her eyes and readied to defend herself.

“I’m interested in Arts! How could I not hear about you?!”

I let out a few laughs again as Ahnna raised her hands as part to defend herself though it looked like we had caught her like a deer in headlights.

“Well… I take online courses so I can do school and join lectures whilst I’m traveling and busy with work.” I answered, taking the hint that she was embarrassed enough by our discovery.

“And yes. We have a new album coming out so you better stream it.” I turned around and showed her a threatening face that I knew always made people laugh. I made my eyes bulge out and become wide and puffed out my nose before angling my head lower.

The three of them had busted out laughing, even Areum couldn’t hold a few giggles before bringing her hand to my cheek to shove it back into my passenger seat. Her soft warm hand still lingering on my cheek as I let out a few chuckles when returning to sit properly.

I took a breath out as I couldn’t help but let a small smile stay on my lips. It was all going to be fine. I’ll make do with whatever plan the world had in having me and Areum in Busan for the same week. Perhaps I can make up for my past mistakes and we can all go back to becoming friends. Just like before, just what Seongs and Parks are made to be.

We got off the Jinam-ro street and paid the taxi driver before we started walking towards the wooden signage with the words Magnate on it. Coffee, Brunch, Bakery, Story cafe. I was undoubtedly proud of my parents for opening their own Brunch Cafe, even if they closed at ten in the evening.

“Eomma and Appa are closing early so that we can have dinner without interruptions tonight.” JiHyun smiled as we walked closer to the faux hard steel door.

“Oh… We can head back now then. We don’t want to bother—“

“You’re never a bother, Areum noona.” JiHyun quickly interrupted as the woman chewed on the sides of her cheeks.

“JiHyun. I’m sure Jimin ssi wants to have some proper family time. I can only imagine how busy he can be. Why don’t we see each other again tomorrow instead.” Areum offered though my younger brother only shook his head and stayed his ground. As I was more offended at how Areum assumed my thoughts.

“Areum noona, you and Ahnna are family! Jimin hyung doesn’t mind.” JiHyun brought me closer to him with a grab of my shoulder as the girls awaited my thoughts.

“I really don’t mind. It’d be better if you were here. Eomma and Appa would love to hear about Mr and Mrs Seong.” I sent them a smile and Areum still looked hesitant and Ahnna had a mixture of a frown and a smile on her face.

We entered the cafe and it was less busy than the rush hours of the place though I made sure my cap and mask covered most of my identity as I knew this was a hotspot for ARMYs.

My eyes wandered across the Industrial interior designing of wood, iron, and aluminum. The last time I visited the place was a week after it opened, and the media had yet to know about the place. However, after some time it was publicly known to be owned by my father and was a fan attraction spot because of its exhibitions and connections to me.

I turned my head to the right to meet my father’s eyes and he left the counter to walk up to me and embrace me in a hug. I bowed and greeted him properly as he looked behind me and smiled at the three he had seen a few hours prior.

“Let me take your bag before I make you a coffee and some bread. How was your trip?” My father walked towards my luggage though I quickly beat him to it and shook my head.

“Appa! You’re running a business now! I should be the one taking my bag away.” I smiled as he let out a few snickers at how I phrased his new title.

“Aish Jimin ah, don’t phrase it like that! Come sit down, all of you before I take your order.”

“Appa! How about I leave my bag here and we will help you with getting us some food.” I let my backpack stay on one of the black square sofas in the center lower part of the cafe before all four of us followed Appa to the counter.

“Your Eomma is out buying some dinner. We’re all eating here tonight, is that alright with you? Areum and Ahnna?” My father asked as the girls only nodded.

“Dinner already? But it’s still so early.” JiHyun asked as he checked the clock and it was only a few minutes past five in the afternoon.

“Aish, we know how you young adults get when there’s a get-together. We didn’t want to drive home at three in the morning, so the earlier we let you drink, the earlier we get to go home.”

“Yah, Pil-woo ssi! Ahnna can’t drink!” Areum was quick to remind, though our old-time father only shrugged.

“She’s already 19 in Korean age.”

“Appa!” JiHyun lightly fought back.

“Am I wrong? She’s born in 2002, no?”

I nodded as my father smiled.

“Actually, I was hoping to get a good rest tonight before I get to do any drinking during the break. I still have to go to Busan High School tomorrow in the morning.” I said as I skimmed through the pastries displayed on the clear case.

“Why, hyung?” JiHyun asked as he went behind the counter and took out a chocolate croissant with edible gold as garnish.

“I need to check up on a donation I made.” I hid my face by opting to look down to the floor.

“Donation?”

“It’s just a few desks and chairs.” I shrugged as I went behind the counter to get tongs though my dad swatted my hand away and looked at me for the pastry I wanted. I pointed at the cubed-shaped cream toast as Appa smiled and went to open the case and pick one up to place on a plate.

“Can I come with you?” JiHyun asked as I simply sent him a smile and took the plate off my father’s hand with a small bow.

“Sure, but it’ll be pretty boring.”

JiHyun raised a brow as we turned to the girls and saw that Areum had a large round cheese bread on her plate and Ahnna had a regular croissant. I waited for them to order their beverages before we all collectively sat down at the sofas. Ji Hyun sat to my left as Areum and Ahnna sat across us.

“We can go around our middle and elementary school afterward. They’re only a few blocks away, no? Let’s all take a walk down memory road or something.” JiHyun suggested as I shrugged at his preposition before taking a piece of cream toast to my mouth. The sweet buttery and creamy textures exploded on my taste buds as I let out a hum and was instantly placed in a good mood.

“JiHyun, you should probably be touring Busan with Areum and Ahnna tomorrow. They miss Busan, so it would be nice to take them to the zoo we went to or go to the aquarium.” I suggested. Though not forcefully placing myself in the way of prior plans they might’ve made since I didn’t really have a fixed plan on what to do in Busan other than to relax.

“Yes! We should do that together after visiting school!” JiHyun looked like he was building a plan in his mind as Ahnna giggled with a shake of her head at the boy.

“Look at that, Ahnna is laughing at you! Why would Ahnna want to visit school during her break before school?!”

“Aish! She’s not laughing at me! Are you Ahnna?” JiHyun asked the youngest girl as she thinned her lips to hold giggles.

“See she is! They probably have plans already, JiHyun. They don’t just come to Busan without a plan or a tour guide. They just visited us today—“

“Ah, we don’t actually have plans. We were planning on just roaming around and going to the streets we used to hang around before. A trip down memory lane or som—“

“See! A trip down memory lane in our old schools! Perfect!” JiHyun cut off Areum as I only shook my head at my younger brother.

“Where are you guys going tomorrow?” Appa approached our table with four drinks on a tray.

“School first. Then the Aquarium! Then dinner at Haeundae River Cruise! Then Gamcheon for the next day! And we should go to the Art Museum too, we haven’t been there before…” JiHyun gradually stopped his flow of ideas as his eyes scanned all four of us, including Appa, staring at him.

To be fair everything he listed were good places though the way he organized it sounds like a back-and-forth ride from the shore to the northern side of Busan, which in itself is a nightmare with traffic.

“Aish! Why are you staring?!” He asked as he took a piece of his chocolate croissant to his mouth.

I started chuckling before I burst out in a laugh that had me crouching in my seat. Bless my brother’s soul as he excitedly explained all the places he wanted both me and the Seong sisters to see. I can’t blame him. We hadn’t seen each other in a long time and we both hadn’t seen the Seong sisters for years, though I wondered where the smallest bit of his composure was kept.

“JiHyun ah, calm down. Drink some…” I looked at our similar glasses as I looked back to our Appa to ask for the name of the drink.

“Dalgona Coffee. It’s popping up everywhere and I needed taste testers for it before we put them on the menu.” He shrugged before beckoning for me and JiHyun to try since Areum had settled for a coffee and Ahnna with a tea drink.

“It tastes good, Appa.” JiHyun smiled after taking a sip of his cold drink.

“What is it?” I asked as I gave it a slight mix before tasting it, feeling their eyes to gauge my reaction.

“Coffee powder, cocoa, and hot water whipped up to put over cold milk.” Appa explained as I put the glass to my lips and tasted the perfect mixture of frothy coffee and a hint of choco with cold cream to help glide the fluffy concoction across the throat smoothly.

“Mhmm… that’s good. It’s tasty, Appa.”

Appa sent me a smile before leaving us to attend to the counter with his staff.

“You want to try?” I titled the glass towards Areum and Ahnna as the younger girl declined though Areum was hesitant in reaching out.

“It’s good. The milk really balances it out.” I said as Areum took a sip of my cup before nodding and taking another longer sip.

“Ah, you can have mine.” I smiled and raised a hand to stop her from giving it back to me. She was hesitant and tried to hand it back to me though I only chuckled and kept my eyes on both Seong sisters.

“So you don’t have ready-made plans for Busan?” I asked.

“Yeah, we’re just going with the flow… We didn’t want to feel pressured into exploring places. We just wanted to relax and feel more at home.” Ahnna explained as I avoided letting a chuckle slip my lips at how I saw Areum had almost finished the glass of cold coffee. Though I really did like that Dalgona Coffee, so I should probably try finding it or making it back in Seoul.

“I can make a few calls for the three of you to join tours. I think I have a friend who knows someone who can do private tours, so you won’t feel too pressured to catch up with a group. I’ll give them a call. Do you have places in particular that you want to check out?”

“Oh… uh— not really. Whatever JiHyun said was fine…” Ahnna was unsure of her words as Areum quickly placed the glass down on the wooden table.

“What?! Jimin ah! You don’t have to do that!” Areum said in a fairly louder and less formal tone and I couldn’t help but let a smirk rise on my lips from her more open demeanor now.

“Seriously, JiHyun is so excited to have you around that if I didn’t suggest it then he’d probably bring it up later.”

JiHyun nodded his head up and down to confirm my words.

The Seong sisters gave each other a look before Ahnna slightly nodded.

“I’ll make a call as soon as I get home.” I smiled and mentally noted myself to not forget before a figure was slowly and hesitantly approaching our table in my peripheral vision. I thought the small group of women were going to pass by our table to head for the counter or perhaps the exit though they stopped just a few steps away from our table before I looked up at them.

“Hi Jimin! We’re really big fans, do you mind if we take a picture?” One of the women said as the rest of the table looked at them.

I really didn’t want to deny them a picture though that would most probably mean that the media will know about my stay at Busan. However, I came to the conclusion that a simple selfie would be fine.

I took a selfie with the women before they left and after that most of the customers leaving would stop by and say hi or ask for a picture that I willingly took. I guessed it would be better to give them a proper picture than something they’d record without me noticing. I made sure to place a finger on my lips as a shushing motion to hint at the fact that I want my whereabouts to be private though at the end of the day it was still up to them if they’d like the media to know what I was doing.

The cafe was closing early for the night, so as soon as Eomma arrived and we were finished closing up, we picked a large dining table at the corner of the cafe to use as our dining table.

Eomma bought various Korean dishes for the occasion. Sooner than later the wooden table was filled with Mussammari, Jeyuk Bokkeum, Baked Korean BBQ Ribs, Cheese Deung Galbi, various types of Kimbap, and Kimchi. Whilst, Appa and JiHyun went to grab us a jar of Purple Lemonade. We all sat down and started eating before the conversations started flowing.

“Areum ah, how have you been?” Eomma asked from beside me as I looked across me for the girl’s response.

“I’m good Mrs.Park.” She smiled before taking a Kimbap into her mouth.

“How is America? And your school?”

“It’s lovely. I graduated with Computer Science, but I’m pursuing cosmetology as my career path.” She explained as Eomma nodded though JiHyun, Appa, and Ahnna were still in their own conversation. I couldn’t help but be impressed at how far she had come. She really did achieve a lot while I was gone. I’m so used to being there with her to celebrate accomplishments that missing them made me realize that being there for her was normal for me.

“That’s great, Eumi. How about your parents and Aaron? Will they be visiting here soon?” Eomma asked.

“Uhm… Aaron spent New Year’s in Seoul. I don’t know about Eomma and Appa.” The girl shrugged and sudden awkwardness took over her figure. Eomma had taken her change in demeanor as a moment for her to stay silent and let the girl explain further.

“Eomma and Appa aren’t on the best of terms currently. Appa moved to Texas with a few of his friends so it’s only Eomma and Aaron in New York for now.” Areum sent a tight-lipped smile though kept her eyes on the BBQ Ribs.

“Oh Eumi…” Eomma started though words seemed to get stuck on her throat.

“I’m sure everything will solve itself. Sometimes all couples need is a little bit of space.” Eomma brought her hand to Eumi’s back before softly patting her skin through the fabric of her shirt.

“Yeah… hopefully.” She sent us a smile back before we avoided topics about family during dinner and instead focused on catching up through personal achievements.

It turns out Aaron graduated with a degree in Clinical Medicine and had been slowly climbing the stages of a Hospital in New York before becoming a fully licensed Physician last year.

Ahnna loved Dance ever since she was exposed to the American Hip Hop community at the age of 13. She joined dance related after-school activities before fully pursuing dance by getting classes and a coach who recommended her to come study in South Korea as our dance programs were more favorable for her.

That’s also the reason why Areum came with her younger sister. Ahnna couldn’t come to South Korea on her own and Areum had decided to leave her part time job as a Software Developer to focus on cosmetology in Seoul. It also helped that prior to moving to Seoul, she was already taking in clients in America to master her techniques so that by the time she arrived she was able to find various stable jobs, including a job at HYBE.

She said that she really didn’t know I was an artist in HYBE, much else an idol. She didn’t expand on her thoughts about it further as she opted to switch the topic after a congratulations sent my way. So I could say that she was proud of me, though part of me felt as though I was cheating her by achieving something from the reason why we separated.

The night had ended off with no alcohol though filled stomachs and Appa decided to bring out a full-sized blueberry cheesecake and Rainbow cake.

Seeing Areum and Ahnna and actually speaking with them had brought a sense of security over the questions I asked myself after the photoshoot with the BigHit family. I left the cafe in a car with my family, happy and relaxed and this time I’m pretty sure it wasn’t just because of the Busan atmosphere.

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𝗪𝗵𝗼 𝗜𝘀 𝗦𝘁𝗲𝘃𝗲 𝗟𝗮𝗰𝘆? 𝗔 𝗟𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗔𝘁 𝗛𝗶𝘀 𝗠𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗰 𝗔𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲

Steve Lacy is an American singer-songwriter, guitarist, and record producer who has made a name for himself as a member of the alternative R&B band The Internet and as a solo artist. Born in Compton, California, in 1998, Lacy grew up in a musical environment, influenced by his mother's gospel singing and his father's Filipino heritage. He developed an interest in the guitar at the age of seven, inspired by the video game Guitar Hero. He later joined the jazz band at his high school, where he met Jameel Bruner, the keyboardist of The Internet. Bruner invited Lacy to join the band as a guitarist and producer, and Lacy made his debut on their third studio album, Ego Death, in 2015.

His involvement with the Internet opened up many opportunities for him to collaborate with other artists and showcase his talents. He co-produced and was featured on songs by J. Cole, Kendrick Lamar, Tyler, the Creator, Kali Uchis, Solange, Vampire Weekend, and more. He also released his own solo projects, starting with a six-track EP titled Steve Lacy's Demo in 2017. The EP was recorded entirely on his iPhone using a plug-in for his guitar called an iRig. It received critical acclaim for its lo-fi aesthetic and eclectic blend of R&B, funk, rock, and soul.

He followed up his EP with his first full-length album, Apollo XXI, in 2019. The album was more ambitious and personal than his previous work, exploring themes of sexuality, identity, and self-discovery. Lacy came out as bisexual on the song "Like Me," featuring DAISY. He also experimented with different genres and sounds, incorporating elements of jazz, psychedelic, pop, and ambient music. The album was nominated for Best Urban Contemporary Album at the 62nd Annual Grammy Awards.

Lacy's most recent album, Gemini Rights, was released in 2022. The album was a commercial and critical success, peaking at number seven on the Billboard 200 chart. It featured the hit single "Bad Habit," which became Lacy's first song to reach number one on the Billboard Hot 100 after going viral on TikTok. The song was also nominated for Record of the Year and Song of the Year at the 64th Annual Grammy Awards, while the album won Best Progressive R&B Album.

One of Lacy's most notable collaborators is Tyler, the Creator, who has been a fan and friend of Lacy since they met through Odd Future. Lacy co-produced and was featured on Tyler's songs "911 / Mr. Lonely" and "Running Out of Time." They also performed together at several festivals and events. Lacy has praised Tyler for his creativity and innovation, saying that he is "one of my favorite artists ever." Tyler has also expressed his admiration for Lacy's music and style, calling him "a genius" and "a legend."

Steve Lacy is one of the most influential and versatile artists of his generation. He has proven himself as a guitarist, singer, songwriter, and producer who can create music across genres and platforms. He has also been a trailblazer for queer representation and expression in mainstream music. He continues to evolve and experiment with his sound and vision, inspiring fans and peers alike. Steve Lacy is not only a star of The Internet, but also a star of the future.

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2020 Grammy Winners: The Complete List

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Compiled by Lauren Messman

Published Jan. 26, 2020Updated Jan. 27, 2020, 10:28 a.m. ET

The 62nd annual Grammy Awards were on Sunday. Here are highlights from the show:

Billie Eilish won five awards, including record, album and song of the year, capping a night that also saw multiple wins for Lizzo and Lil Nas X.

Our critics and writers weigh in on the best and worst moments.

Lizzo and host Alicia Keys kicked off the show by addressing the death of the basketball star Kobe Bryant.

The ousted Grammys chief Deborah Dugan is at war with the Recording Academy. In a speech, Keys seemed to reference the turmoil.

Check out the red carpet looks.

See the complete list of winners below:

Record of the Year

“Bad Guy,” Billie Eilish

Album of the Year

“When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go?,” Billie Eilish

Song of the Year

“Bad Guy,” Billie Eilish O’Connell and Finneas O’Connell, songwriters (Billie Eilish)

Best New Artist

Billie Eilish

Best Pop Solo Performance

“Truth Hurts,” Lizzo

Best Pop Duo/Group Performance

“Old Town Road,” Lil Nas X featuring Billy Ray Cyrus

Best Pop Vocal Album

“When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go?,” Billie Eilish

Best Rock Performance

“This Land,” Gary Clark Jr.

Best Rock Song

“This Land,” Gary Clark Jr., songwriter (Gary Clark Jr.)

Best Rock Album

“Social Cues,” Cage the Elephant

Best Alternative Music Album

“Father of the Bride,” Vampire Weekend

Best Metal Performance

“7empest,” Tool

Best R&B Performance

“Come Home,” Anderson .Paak featuring André 3000

Best R&B Song

“Say So,” PJ Morton, songwriter (PJ Morton featuring JoJo)

Best Urban Contemporary Album

“Cuz I Love You (Deluxe),” Lizzo

Best R&B Album

“Ventura,” Anderson .Paak

Best Traditional R&B Performance

“Jerome,” Lizzo

Best Rap Performance

“Racks in the Middle,” Nipsey Hussle featuring Roddy Ricch and Hit-Boy

Best Rap Song

“A Lot,” Jermaine Cole, Dacoury Natche, 21 Savage and Anthony White, songwriters (21 Savage featuring J. Cole)

Best Rap Album

“Igor,” Tyler, the Creator

Best Rap/Sung Performance

“Higher,” DJ Khaled featuring Nipsey Hussle and John Legend

Best Country Solo Performance

“Ride Me Back Home,” Willie Nelson

Best Country Album

“While I’m Livin’,” Tanya Tucker

Best Jazz Instrumental Album

“Finding Gabriel,” Brad Mehldau

Best Latin Pop Album

“#Eldisco,” Alejandro Sanz

Best Latin Rock, Urban or Alternative Album

“El Mal Querer,” Rosalía

Best Americana Album

“Oklahoma,” Keb’ Mo’

Best Song Written for Visual Media

“I’ll Never Love Again (Film Version),” Natalie Hemby, Lady Gaga, Hillary Lindsey and Aaron Raitiere, songwriters (Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper)

Producer of the Year, Non-Classical

Finneas

Best Music Video

“Old Town Road (Official Movie),” Calmatic, video director; Candice Dragonas, Melissa Larsen and Saul Levitz, video producers (Lil Nas X and Billy Ray Cyrus)

Best Comedy Album

“Sticks & Stones,” Dave Chappelle

Best Musical Theater Album

“Hadestown,” Reeve Carney, André De Shields, Amber Gray, Eva Noblezada and Patrick Page, principal soloists; Mara Isaacs, David Lai, Anaïs Mitchell and Todd Sickafoose, producers (Anaïs Mitchell, composer and lyricist) (Original Broadway Cast)

Best Instrumental Composition

“Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Symphonic Suite,” John Williams, composer (John Williams)

Best Arrangement, Instrumental or A Cappella

“Moon River,” Jacob Collier, arranger (Jacob Collier)

Best Arrangement, Instruments and Vocals“All Night Long,” Jacob Collier, arranger (Jacob Collier featuring Jules Buckley, Take 6 and Metropole Orkest)

A Grammys Red Carpet Fantasia

We went to the Grammys red carpet in Los Angeles.

Best Recording Package

Chris Cornell, Barry Ament, Jeff Ament and Joe Spix, art directors (Chris Cornell)

Best Boxed or Special Limited Edition Package

“Woodstock: Back to the Garden — The Definitive 50th Anniversary Archive,” Masaki Koike, art director (Various Artists)

Best Album Notes

“Stax ’68: A Memphis Story,” Steve Greenberg, album notes writer (Various Artists)

Best Historical Album

“Pete Seeger: The Smithsonian Folkways Collection,” Jeff Place and Robert Santelli, compilation producers; Pete Reiniger, mastering engineer (Pete Seeger)

Best Engineered Album, Non-Classical

“When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go?,” Rob Kinelski and Finneas O’Connell, engineers; John Greenham, mastering engineer (Billie Eilish)

Best Remixed Recording

“I Rise (Tracy Young’s Pride Intro Radio Remix),” Tracy Young, remixer (Madonna)

Best Immersive Audio Album

“Lux,” Morten Lindberg, immersive audio engineer; Morten Lindberg, immersive audio mastering engineer; Morten Lindberg, immersive audio producer (Anita Brevik, Trondheimsolistene and Nidarosdomens Jentekor)

Best Contemporary Instrumental Album

“Mettavolution,” Rodrigo y Gabriela

Best Gospel Performance/Song

“Love Theory,” Kirk Franklin, songwriter (Kirk Franklin)

Best Contemporary Christian Music Performance/Song

“God Only Knows,” Josh Kerr, Jordan Reynolds, Joel Smallbone, Luke Smallbone and Tedd Tjornhom, songwriters (For King & Country and Dolly Parton)

Best Gospel Album

“Long Live Love,” Kirk Franklin

Best Contemporary Christian Music Album

“Burn the Ships,” For King & Country

Best Roots Gospel Album

“Testimony,” Gloria Gaynor

Best World Music Album

“Celia,” Angelique Kidjo

Best Compilation Soundtrack for Visual Media

“A Star Is Born,” Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper

Best Score Soundtrack for Visual Media

“Chernobyl,” Hildur Guonadottir, composer

Best New Age Album

“Wings,” Peter Kater

Best American Roots Performance

“Saint Honesty,” Sara Bareilles

Best American Roots Song

“Call My Name,” Sarah Jarosz, Aoife O’Donovan and Sara Watkins, songwriters (I’m With Her)

Best Bluegrass Album

“Tall Fiddler,” Michael Cleveland

Best Traditional Blues Album

“Tall, Dark & Handsome,” Delbert McClinton and Self-Made Men + Dana

Best Contemporary Blues Album

“This Land,” Gary Clark Jr.

Best Folk Album

“Patty Griffin,” Patty Griffin

Best Children’s Album

“Ageless Songs for the Child Archetype,” Jon Samson

Best Spoken Word Album (Includes Poetry, Audio Books and Storytelling)

“Becoming,” Michelle Obama

Best Regional Mexican Music Album (Including Tejano)

“De Ayer Para Siempre,” Mariachi Los Camperos

Best Tropical Latin Album

“Opus,” Marc Anthony

“A Journey Through Cuban Music,” Aymée Nuviola

Best Regional Roots Music Album

“Good Time,” Ranky Tanky

Best Music Film

“Homecoming,” Beyoncé Knowles-Carter and Ed Burke, video directors; Steve Pamon and Erinn Williams, video producers (Beyoncé)

Best Country Duo/Group Performance

“Speechless,” Dan + Shay

Best Country Song

“Bring My Flowers Now,” Brandi Carlile, Phil Hanseroth, Tim Hanseroth and Tanya Tucker, songwriters (Tanya Tucker)

Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album

“Look Now,” Elvis Costello and the Imposters

Best Engineered Album, Classical

“Riley: Sun Rings,” Leslie Ann Jones, engineer; John Kilgore, Judith Sherman and David Harrington, engineers/mixers; Robert C. Ludwig, mastering engineer (Kronos Quartet)

Producer of the Year, Classical

Blanton Alspaugh

Best Orchestral Performance

“Norman: Sustain,” Gustavo Dudamel, conductor (Los Angeles Philharmonic)

Best Opera Recording

“Picker: Fantastic Mr. Fox,” Gil Rose, conductor; John Brancy, Andrew Craig Brown, Gabriel Preisser, Krista River and Edwin Vega; Gil Rose, producer (Boston Modern Orchestra Project; Boston Children’s Chorus)

Best Choral Performance

“Duruflé: Complete Choral Works,” Robert Simpson, conductor (Ken Cowan; Houston Chamber Choir)

Best Chamber Music/Small Ensemble Performance

“Shaw: Orange,” Attacca Quartet

Best Classical Instrumental Solo

“Marsalis: Violin Concerto; Fiddle Dance Suite,” Nicola Benedetti; Cristian Măcelaru, conductor (Philadelphia Orchestra)

Best Classical Solo Vocal Album

“Songplay,” Joyce DiDonato; Chuck Israels, Jimmy Madison, Charlie Porter and Craig Terry, accompanists (Steve Barnett and Lautaro Greco)

Best Classical Compendium

“The Poetry of Places,” Nadia Shpachenko; Marina A. Ledin and Victor Ledin, producers

Best Contemporary Classical Composition

“Higdon: Harp Concerto,” Jennifer Higdon, composer (Yolanda Kondonassis, Ward Stare and the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra)

Best Dance Recording

“Got to Keep On,” The Chemical Brothers, producers; Steve Dub Jones and Tom Rowlands, mixers (The Chemical Brothers)

Best Dance/Electronic Album

“No Geography,” The Chemical Brothers

Best Reggae Album

“Rapture,” Koffee

Best Improvised Jazz Solo

“Sozinho,” Randy Brecker, soloist

Best Jazz Vocal Album

“12 Little Spells,” Esperanza Spalding

Best Large Jazz Ensemble Album

“The Omni-American Book Club,” Brian Lynch Big Band

Best Latin Jazz Album

“Antidote,” Chick Corea and the Spanish Heart Band

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Rosalía performing at the 62nd annual Grammy awards, 2020

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Melissa Viviane Jefferson (born April 27, 1988) known professionally as Lizzo, is a rapper, singer, and actress. Born in Detroit, she moved to Houston. She moved to Minneapolis, where she began her recording career in hip-hop music. She released two studio albums, Lizzobangers, and Big Grrrl Small World. Her first major-label EP was Coconut Oil.

She attained mainstream success with the release of her third studio album, Cuz I Love You, which peaked at #4 on the US Billboard 200. The album spawned the singles “Juice” and “Tempo”. The deluxe version of the album included the single “Truth Hurts”. It topped the US Billboard Hot 100 and became the longest-leading solo song by a female rapper. Her single “Good as Hell” climbed the charts, reaching the top ten on the Billboard Hot 100 and UK Singles Chart. She received eight nominations at the 62nd Annual Grammy Awards, the most for any artist that year, including nominations for each of the “Big Four” categories; and won the awards for Best Urban Contemporary Album, Best Pop Solo Performance for “Truth Hurts”, and Best Traditional R&B Performance for the song “Jerome”.

She released the single “Rumors”, which debuted in the top five of the Billboard Hot 100. Her fourth studio album Special was preceded by its lead single “About Damn Time”, which reached #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 and made her the first African American singer since 1994 to win the Grammy Award for Record of the Year.

She has worked as an actor: she served as a voice actor in UglyDolls and appeared in Hustlers. She is the host of Lizzo’s Watch Out for the Big Grrrls, for which she won the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Competition Program. Time named her “Entertainer of the Year”. She has won a Billboard Music Award, a BET Award, and two Soul Train Music Awards.

She was classically trained as a flutist for eight years. She formed a musical group called Cornrow Clique with her friends. She acquired the nickname “Lizzo”, a variant of “Lissa”. She studied classical music concentrating on flute at the University of Houston. #africanhistory365 #africanexcellence

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Tracy Young Grammy Acceptance Speech

The "I Rise" (Tracy Young Pride Intro Radio Remix) for Madonna received a nomination at the 62nd Annual Grammy Awards, in the “Best Remixed Recording” category on Sunday, January 26, 2020 and won. This marks the first time a female producer / remixer has ever been nominated and win in this category since its inception in 1998.

from Tracy Young

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Burna Boy Net Worth in 2022, Age, Height, Wife, Songs

The talented and wealthy singer Burna Boy is one of Nigeria's and Africa's most successful and wealthy artists. His talents include rapping, singing, and dancing. Burna is estimated to have a net worth of $20 million. Find out more about his bio, age, marital status, girlfriend, career, albums, and cars. Burna Boy Quick Biography Celebrated Name Burna BoyReal nameDamini Ebunoluwa OguluCountryNigeriaBirthday2 July,1991Age32 yearsHeight6 feet 1 inchWeight84 kgMarital StatusSingleFatherMotherSamuel OguluBose Ogulu ProfessionSinger, songwriter, rapper, dancerBurna Boy Net Worth $20 million Family Burna Damini Ogulu, a real-life boy from Port Harcourt, was born in Nigeria. He was raised by his father, who ran a welding business, and his mother, who translate. His mother, Bose Ogulu, would later become his manager. Born and raised in southern Nigeria, Ogulu began making beats with Fruity Loops. Before moving to London for further education, he attended Corona Secondary School in Agbara (Ogun State). The next step was to study Media Communication and Culture at Oxford Brookes University, followed by Media Technology at the University of Sussex. Career A year after releasing the lead single from his debut studio album L.I.F.E. (2013), he gained prominence. A deal between Burna Boy and Bad Habit/Atlantic Records in the United States and Warner Music Group worldwide was completed in 2017. His unique dancing style, which was featured in the video version of the song, has propelled him to stardom on the album L.I.F.E. 40,000 copies of the song were sold within minutes, and the marketing rights were later sold to UBA Pacific for an impressive ten million naira. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ZzDOygmE_I His third album, "Outside," was also a success, debuting at number three on Billboard's Reggae Albums Chart and winning him the 2018 Nigerian Entertainment Award for Album of the Year. He made his major-label debut with Outside, his third studio album. Apple Music Up Next named him an artist for 2019 and he won Best International Act at the 2019 BET Awards. In July 2019, He released his fourth studio album, African Giant. At the 62nd Annual Grammy Awards, it was nominated for Best World Music Album and won Album of the Year at the 2019 All Africa Music Awards. Burna Boy was featured by some international artists to show his ability and talent; he is not a local champion. "Lion King," in which many African singers such as Wizkid appear, as well as the song "Sunshine Riptide" by Fall Out Boy. Cars Collection Carmarthen. ng lists Burna Boy's collection of vehicles as follows: A Range Rover autobiography, a Ferrari 458 Italia, a Rolls-Royce Dawn Convertible, a Bentley Continental GT, a G Wagon, and a Mercedes-Benz S-Class. Albums - Burn Notice - Burn Identity - Redemption - Steel and Copper - L.I.F.E - African Giant - Twice as tall - Redemption - Outside - On Space Girlfriend Stefflon Don is a Jamaican-British rapper and singer. Burna Boy hadn't been in a long-term relationship with her, but he did have a brief relationship with her. Burna Boy Wife Burna and Stefflon appeared to be doing well, and they were discussing marriage until it was revealed that Burna had been seeing Instagram model Jo Pearl for quite some time( Burna started dating UK singer Steff around the same time.) Jo Pearl wrote on Instagram two years ago that she had been in a relationship with Burna Boy. The couple was together in 2018, and she believed they were still together despite his trip to Nigeria. Her claims were made around the time when he started dating Stefflon Don. Burna Boy Social Accounts and Followers InstagramSee Profile11.8 MillionTwitterSee Profile7.7 MillionYou TubeBurna Boy3.31 Million Burna Boy Net Worth Burna Boy net worth is $20 million as of 2022, making him Africa's richest musician. It's no wonder that Burna Boy is one of the world's best musicians. Also, check out: Chief Keef Net Worth in 2022 FAQs What is Burna Boy's first song? Burna Boy emerged as one of Nigeria's hottest stars early in the 2010s with his fusion of dancehall, reggae, Afro-beat, and pop. "Like to Party," his 2012 single produced by LeriQ, proved to be his breakout track and led to his debut LP, L.I.F.E, a year later. Which tribe is Burna Boy? Burna Boy is Igbo by tribe Which language is Burna Boy? English, Yoruba, and Igbo are the languages of Burna Boy. How tall is Burna Boy? He is 6 feet 1 inch tall. Read the full article

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Koffee Net Worth

Glusea brings to you Koffee net worth 2022. Mikayla Simpson  better known as Koffee, is a Jamaican reggae singer, songwriter, rapper, deejay and guitarist from Spanish Town, Jamaica She released her debut single “Burning” in 2017, and in 2019 signed with Columbia Records. Her 2019 EPRapture won the Grammy Award for Best Reggae Album at the 62nd Annual Grammy Awards, making Koffee the youngest…

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Misty Copeland launches the Be Bold program to encourage diversity in ballet : NPR

Misty Copeland launches the Be Bold program to encourage diversity in ballet : NPR

Misty Copeland performs onstage during the 62nd Annual GRAMMY Awards. Kevin Winter/Getty Images for The Recording Academy hide caption toggle caption Kevin Winter/Getty Images for The Recording Academy Misty Copeland performs onstage during the 62nd Annual GRAMMY Awards. Kevin Winter/Getty Images for The Recording Academy Throughout her ballet career, Misty Copeland has worked to break…

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62nd Annual GRAMMY Awards at Staples Center in Los Angeles, California - January 26, 2020

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Crosby, Stills & Nash Music Returns to Spotify

The following article has been posted on July 06, 2022 at 02:17AM:

An Overlooked Tracks News Finding: Here’s an article you might have overlooked. Having a partnership with NewsAPI, we try to catch music entertainment news for you to view, read and possibly enjoy. We will continue to find what’s available in the world of music entertainment, concert information and music releases. But obviously you – the listener and reader are the biggest source for news in your area, so if you can share with us. For right now, look at what we found for you:

“From The Billboard Magazine Website – Crosby, Stills & Nash Music Returns to Spotify”

CSN will donate proceeds from streams to COVID-19 charities for at least a month, a source tells Billboard.

  Crosby, Stills & Nash music can now be streamed on Spotify once again, five months after David Crosby, Graham Nash and Stephen Stills requested their labels remove their recordings in support of Neil Young‘s decision to leave the streaming service.

Their music is available via Spotify as of Saturday (July 2). CSN will donate proceeds from streams to COVID-19 charities for at least a month, a source tells Billboard.

In February, the band members commented, “We support Neil and we agree with him that there is dangerous disinformation being aired on Spotify’s Joe Rogan podcast. While we always value alternate points of view, knowingly spreading disinformation during this global pandemic has deadly consequences. Until real action is taken to show that a concern for humanity must be balanced with commerce, we don’t want our music — or the music we made together — to be on the same platform.”

David Crosby attends the 62nd Annual GRAMMY Awards at STAPLES Center on Jan. 26, 2020 in Los Angeles.

Nash had previously shared a statement in which he said he “completely agree[s] and support[s] my friend, Neil Young.”

The dispute between Young and Spotify began when Young released an open letter on Jan. 24 that demanded his catalog be removed from the streaming service due to COVID-19 and vaccine misinformation spread by Joe Rogan, whose Joe Rogan Experience podcast is exclusive to Spotify.

In response, Spotify CEO Daniel Ek released a statement at the time saying the streaming service would introduce an advisory on podcasts that discuss COVID-19. Meanwhile, Rogan posted a 10-minute video to Instagram, in which he said he was not “trying to promote misinformation” with his podcast, and chose to bring on vaccine skeptics such as Dr. Robert Malone and Dr. Peter McCullough as guests “to hear what their opinion is.”

“I had them on and because of that, those episodes in particular were labeled as being dangerous — they had dangerous misinformation,” Rogan said, adding that he’ll “do my best to try to balance out these more controversial viewpoints with other people perspectives so we can maybe find a better point of view.”

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