With almost no heads up, Tyler, the Creator unleashed his ninth studio album on the world on Monday.
The 10-track project, titled Don’t Tap The Glass, was initially teased at Tyler’s Brooklyn show on Friday, where he had “Don’t Tap the Glass” exhibits scattered around New York. One of them was located at the Oculus at the World Trade Center and at Barclays Center. Additionally, Don’t Tap The Glass marks Tyler, the Creator’s second album in less than a year. 2024’s CHROMAKOPIA hit streaming services back in October, and debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 with 299,000 album-equivalent units earned in its incomplete first tracking week. It was also ranked as the Billboard staff’s No. 7 favorite album of the year.
This time around, Tyler included strict instructions alongside the album’s release, saying people need to dance and move to the project and put away their phones.
“I just got back from a listening party for this album and man was it one of the greatest nites of my life,” Tyler wrote on Instagram. “30 people. No phones allowed. No cameras. Just speakers and a sweatbox. Everyone was dancing. Moving. Expressing. Sweating. It was truly beautiful. I played the album front to back twice. It felt like that pent up energy finally got released and we craved the idea of letting more of it out…This album was not made for sitting still. Dancing. Driving. Running. Any type of movement is recommended to maybe understand the spirit of it.”
The instructions are warranted, as Tyler’s latest LP is a rambunctious and funky compilation of dance tracks, perfectly curated for summertime’s outdoor functions. Thematically, the album is just as lighthearted, with Tyler using the project’s spread to mostly call out the “weirdos” and haters that have polluted his life. So as Tyler demands his fans hit the dance floor and sweat it out, here is Billboard‘s ranking of every song on Felicia the Goat’s latest LP.
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Five Finger Death Punch extends its record for the most consecutive No. 1s on Billboard’s Mainstream Rock Airplay chart, as “I Refuse” tops the July 26-dated list, becoming the band’s 12th leader in a row.
“I Refuse” features Maria Brink from In This Moment, marking her first ruler on an airplay chart solo or with her band; In This Moment’s best, “Oh Lord,” peaked at No. 6 on Mainstream Rock Airplay in 2017.
As for the Ivan Moody-fronted Five Finger Death Punch, “I Refuse” is the band’s 16th total Mainstream Rock Airplay No. 1, with its run of 12 without interruption dating to “Sham Pain” in 2018. The group first led with “Coming Down” in 2012.
“I Refuse” is the band’s first No. 1 since “This Is the Way,” featuring DMX, crowned the ranking for two weeks in June 2024.
With 16 No. 1s, Five Finger Death Punch retains the mark for the third-most chart-toppers in the Mainstream Rock Airplay chart’s 44-year history.
Most No. 1s, Mainstream Rock Airplay: 20, Shinedown 19, Three Days Grace 16, Five Finger Death Punch 14, Foo Fighters 14, Metallica 13, Disturbed 13, Godsmack 13, Linkin Park 13, Van Halen
Concurrently, “I Refuse” rises 17-15 on the all-rock-format, audience-based Rock & Alternative Airplay chart with 2.3 million audience impressions (up 11%) in the week ending July 17, according to Luminate.
The tune also placed at No. 25 on the most recently published multimetric Hot Hard Rock Songs chart (dated July 19, reflecting data July 4-10). In addition to its radio airplay, the song earned 370,000 official U.S. streams in that span.
“I Refuse” is a redo of the song of the same name from Five Finger Death Punch’s 2018 album And Justice for None, this time adding Brink on featured vocals. The new version is on the group’s collection of re-recordings Best Of (Volume 1), released July 18.
All Billboard charts dated July 26 will update on Tuesday, July 22, on Billboard.com.
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A woman died after attending the first day of Tomorrowland 2025.
A statement provided to Billboard by the festival’s spokesperson Debby Wilmsen says that a 35-year-old Canadian woman “became unwell on the festival grounds” on Friday, July 18.
“She received immediate first aid and was then transferred to the University Hospital of Antwerp for further medical care,” the statement continues. The follow following morning (July 19), the festival’s team was informed that the woman had died.
The statement concludes by saying that “our thoughts are with her family, friends, and loved ones. The Antwerp Public Prosecutor’s Office is investigating the cause of death and will provide further updates.”
The news is the latest headline from a tumultuous week for the world’s biggest dance music festival. On July 16, the festival’s massive mainstage, an annual showpiece of the festival, burned down. The cause of the fire has not yet been announced, and no one was injured.
Festival staff were able to clear the mainstage site in time for opening day of the festival, constructing a new stage in front of the ruins of the old one. Some of the parts for this new stage were borrowed from Metallica, who offered up some pieces from their M72 world tour stage that were being stored in Austria. Those pieces were airlifted to Belgium overnight.
Organizers also worked with regular festival partners Pixel Screen, Stageco and Prismax to rebuild the stage.
The second weekend of Tomorrowland 2025 begins this Friday, July 25. The festival reports hosting approximately 400,000 attendees annually over its two weekends.
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Tyler accompanied the project by dropping the first visual for “STOP PLAYING WITH ME,” which features cameos from LeBron James, his business partner Maverick Carter as well as the Clipse.
A simple solo shot finds Tyler in a barren room with a “No Glass Tapping” sign as he’s backed by a pair of mega bass speakers and ripped up newspapers that get whipped around in a wind tunnel.
Draped in an all-red wardrobe and gold grills, Tyler prances across the classroom to the blaring, groovy beat, which feels like it could be something contrived from Ye’s Yeezus if that 2013 album leaned more into its electronic dance influences.
“F40, this the brand-new coupe/ Stuff it with b—s, it’s what the f—k I do/ Caught the plane with Mav, Bron there too,” Tyler raps before Carter and the Lakers superstar pop up onscreen for their guest appearances.
All of the guests look to be rocking Louis Vuitton threads as Pusha T and Malice pop in for a brief cameo. Tyler is coming off being featured on “P.O.V.” from Clipse’s Let God Sort Em Out album.
“Ay this s—t so [fire emoji],” Push added on his IG Story.
Tyler, The Creator’s imprint is all over “STOP PLAYING WITH ME” as the California native directed the visual and produced the track.
Tyler debuted DON’T TAP THE GLASS with a $5 show in Los Angeles on Sunday night (July 20), which prompted fans to dance since phones were banned from use during the show.
“I just got back from a listening party for this album and man was it one of the greatest nites of my life. 30 people. No phones allowed. No cameras. Just speakers and a sweatbox. Everyone was dancing. Moving. Expressing. Sweating,” he said on social media following the show. “It was truly beautiful. I played the album front to back twice. It felt like that pent up energy finally got released and we craved the idea of letting more of it out.”
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Forever No. 1 is a Billboard series that pays special tribute to the recently deceased artists who achieved the highest honor our charts have to offer — a Billboard Hot 100 No. 1 single — by taking an extended look back at the chart-topping songs that made them part of this exclusive club. Here, we honor Connie Francis, whose 1960 lament “My Heart Has a Mind of Its Own” became her second straight No. 1 in late 1960.
Some artists’ biggest chart hits are no-doubters, obvious signature songs who anyone with the most passing familiarity in their catalogs could guess as their best-performing Billboard entries. With some other artists, like Connie Francis, it’s less clear: Ask an average fan of ’50s and ’60s pop to name her three Billboard Hot 100 No. 1s and they might guess enduring songs like “Who’s Sorry Now,” “Stupid Cupid” or “Where the Boys Are” — none of which even made the top three on the Hot 100 or the pre-Hot 100 Billboard pop charts. (Ask a modern-day pop fan and they might guess her 2025 mega-viral TikTok favorite “Pretty Little Baby,” which was never even released as an A-side.)
“My Heart Has a Mind of Its Own,” which followed “Everybody’s Somebody’s Fool” (the first Hot 100 No. 1 from a solo female artist) to the chart’s apex in late 1960, might not even be one of those pop fans’ first 10 guesses. Though the song has a place in chart immortality as one of her three Hot 100-toppers, it is seemingly not one of her best-remembered pop smashes, nor one of her currently most-played — in terms of total on-demand U.S. audio streams, it ranks just 17th in her catalog. Even Billboard scribe Fred Bronson, in his canonical Billboard Book of Number 1 Hits, seemed to have little interest in “Heart,” mostly using its book entry to talk about Francis’ other lower-peaking hits, while including just one perhaps telling “Heart” factoid — that, according to Francis, she deemed the song a smash before even getting to hear its demo (“Doesn’t matter, it’s a great title!”)
In truth, the muted enduring affection for “Heart” among pop fans may have to do with the fact that the song arguably better belongs to another genre: country. Multiple generations after her commercial peak, few would associate Francis with anything Nashville-related: The Italian-American singer, born in Newark, N.J., was one of the preeminent pop icons of the pre-Beatles rock era. But she worked in a wide variety of different genres over her career, and country was certainly one she regularly returned to — even recording multiple primarily country albums, such as 1959’s Country & Western — Golden Hits and 1964’s Connie Francis and Hank Williams Jr. Sing Great Country Favorites, recorded alongside the titular second-gen country great when he was just a teenager. In fact, she even scored a trio of crossover hits on the Hot Country Songs chart, including “Fool,” which peaked at No. 24 in July 1960.
“Heart” was not embraced by country radio as “Fool” was — which is surprising in retrospect, as the former has an even clearer country sound and appeal to it. It begins with wailing strings and twanging guitar over a mournful shuffle, and when Francis enters, she does so in piercing, double-tracked vocal harmony designed for maximum devastation. And the lyrics are brutal from the jump — “I told this heart of mine our love would never be/ But then I hear your voice and something stirs inside of me” — before getting even more wrenching on the song’s more casual, low-key verse: “You’re not in love with me, so why can’t I forget?/ I’m just your used-to-be/ It’s wrong, and yet….” Even the title phrase, which Francis immediately fell for, falls pretty squarely in line with classic country wordplay and lyrical imagery. It’s all much closer to Pasty Cline than it is to Paul Anka.
It all works, too. The arrangement, courtesy of Hollywood musical arranger Gus Levene (The King and I, Carousel), is a pure tearjerker, beautifully evoking dusty bars and desolate dancefloors. And Francis understands how to really hit ’em where it hurts with her vocal, punching the opening consonant on every first word of the new measure (“No matter wwwwhat I do,” “But then my hhhhhhheart says no”) until you can practically hear the lump in her throat. By the time slide guitar stretches up the fretboard to signal the 2:32-long song’s closing, you’re instinctively reaching for another quarter for the jukebox and ordering another beer at the bar to repeat the experience all over.
The Billboard Hot 100 from the week of August 15, 1960.
And perhaps the success of “Heart” is telling of how small the gap between country and pop was in 1960 — a year in which such country stars like Marty Robbins (“El Paso”) and Jim Reeves (“He’ll Have to Go”) both scored massive Hot 100 crossover hits, and even pop-rock stars including Brenda Lee (“I’m Sorry”) and Elvis Presley (“Are You Lonesome Tonight?”) had major smashes that were at least country-inflected. Regardless, “Heart” quickly followed in its predecessor’s chart footsteps, debuting at No. 56 on the chart dated Aug. 15, 1960 (while “Fool” was still in the top 20), and replacing Chubby Checker’s “The Twist” at No. 1 six weeks later. It lasted two weeks on top, before being replaced by Larry Verne’s novelty hit “Mr. Custer.”
Francis would return to No. 1 in 1962 — as, surprisingly, would “The Twist” — and she had three more top 10 Hot 100 hits in between then, as Francis was well on her way to becoming one of the greatest pop hitmakers of her era. She would only return to Hot Country Songs sporadically, with minor hits in 1969 and 1983 — but in the meantime, other country artists would have much bigger hits with their spins on Francis hits like “My Heart Has a Mind of Its Own,” including Susan Raye and Debby Boone, both of whom made the chart’s top 20 in the ’70s with their “Heart” takes. And in her early days, no less a country legend than Reba McEntire took her turn with the song, with a rendition ultimately released on the 1994 compilation Oklahoma Girl, alongside songs made famous by Roger Miller and indeed, Patsy Cline.
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Tyler, the Creator is back and better than ever with a new toe-tapping uptempo album Don’t Tap The Glass.
The 10 track album was released this morning, June 21, and features tracks like “Big Poe,” Sucka Free,” “Ring Ring Ring,” “Tell Me What It Is” and “I’ll Take Care Of You,” among others. The title and tracklist was revealed in the days leading up to the album’s release. The album includes a slew of samples and uncredited guest appearances from the likes of Baby Keem, Pharrell Williams, Busta Rhymes, Daisy World, and Crime Mob. This marks the rapper’s ninth album following his 2024 release Chromakopia.
To celebrate the new album and all things Tyler, you can still shop his latest collection with Converse. Paying homage to the cultural zeitgeist of the past and present, the 1908 collection centers around two shoe silhouettes — the Naut-1 and Coach Jogger. Both footwear silhouettes marry both old and new, keeping true to their original models, but with a Tyler twist.
Converse launched the unisex collection back in June. Each shoe is a limited edition, retailing from $80 to $100 depending on the model and colorway. Speaking of colorways, the athletic Coach Jogger comes in three distinctive ones, while the Naut-1, a quintessential boat shoe, boasts three different designs entirely, from florals to monochrome hues.
A low-top unisex sporty sneaker in bright green hues.
The redesigned Jogger is an effortless, sporty silhouette with a playful color application that makes the shoe pop. This one’s for the runners. Built for both performance and casual wear, this style features a mix of suede and nylon uppers, accompanied by a wrap-around heel and wedge outsole construction that imparts a retro vibe.
You’ve also got two sets of laces for each colorway, offering the wearer endless styling possibilities. To finish off the model, GOLF le FLEUR* branding can be spotted subtly on the uppers as a nod to the rapper’s brand. While our favorite colorway of the revamped Jogger is the Forest Shade/Green, the sneaker also comes in pastel Quiet Tide/Starlight Blue and neutral light brown Bistre/Dijon/Star White.
“There’s something powerful about 1908 because these designs have truly stood the test of time,” Converse Archivist Sam Smallidge said in a press release. “The Naut-1 and Jogger weren’t just products — they were turning points in how people expressed themselves through sneakers. Their reintroduction is a reminder that Converse has been shaping sneaker culture for over a century through bold design and enduring self-expression. The Converse Archive captures that legacy in every detail.”
A cream-colored low-top unisex sneaker with floral detailing.
The Naut-1 is a classic example of a boat shoe. Minimalist in composition and chock-full of nautical touches. The sneaker features sturdy canvas uppers and ivory laces that transition into non-slip rubber soles with a cushioned finish. GOLF le FLEUR* branding can also be seen throughout.
Our favorite model of the three available is the Cannoli Cream/Stone Green colorway, which is speckled with embroidered florals in pink and green hues that give major Flower Boy vibes. The green trim offers contrast. The Naut-1 also comes in Dachshund/Afterglow, a monochrome brown, and Starlight Blue/Turkish Tile, a light blue monochrome.
A low-top unisex sporty sneaker in bright blue hues.
The “New Magic Wand” rapper has collaborated with the footwear brand on numerous occasions, tapping GOLF le FLEUR*, his own brand, as a sort of muse. Tyler began working with them in 2017. His collaborative sneakers are often retro-inspired and incorporate pastel colorways and floral motifs. In the past, the musician has reworked popular Converse silhouettes such as the Chuck Taylor and One Stars.
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This week’s crop of new music includes Zach Bryan teaming with Gabriella Rose for a somber new acoustic ballad, while Thomas Rhett and Jordan Davis partner for an upbeat, reflective new song. Others issuing new tunes include Lauren Watkins, bluegrass savant Tray Wellington and Texas honky-tonker Randall King.
Check out all of these and more in Billboard‘s roundup of some of the best country, bluegrass and/or Americana songs of the week below.
Zach Bryan (feat. Gabriella Rose), “Madeline”
Bryan, who just announced his new project With Heaven on Top will release in early January, has teamed with “Doublewide” singer Gabriella Rose for this stately acoustic duet of melancholy and romantic desire. “I never felt as lonely tonight as I do in this nice hotel,” Rose sings, pining for a lover. Her airy vocal makes a solid pairing with Bryan’s earthy tones.
Lauren Watkins, “Malboro Man”
Watkins offers one of her most arresting vocals to date on this polished, pondering ballad that finds her in search of a rugged, “Marlboro Man” type of her own. “Maybe it’s just sweet nostalgia from a western movie scene/ But I like to think he ain’t a dying breed,” she sings, her dusky voice easily evincing the song’s wonder and longing.
Randall King, “I Keep Your Memory Around”
Texas native King delivers another career standout with this mournful ballad that captures the ache of trying and failing to move on from a fizzled relationship. This emotionally rich song underscores King’s mastery of classic country storytelling and further cements his place in country music’s canon of neo-traditional country music makers.
Tray Wellington, “Man on the Moon”
Bluegrass musician Wellington returns with the new track “Man on the Moon,” from his upcoming project Spatial Awareness, out Aug. 8. Fueled by Wellington’s ace banjo playing and swirls of intense fiddle, the song creatively delves into contemplation on the causes and spirals of mental health struggles, wrapping it in a celestial-oriented framework. Wellington is joined by Jonah Howard (guitar), Ella Jordan (fiddle), and Nate Sabat (bass).
Thomas Rhett (feat. Jordan Davis), “Ain’t a Bad Life”
Thomas Rhett joins forces with Jordan Davis on this ode to gratitude and grounded living, reflecting on life’s simple pleasures, from enduring family ties to a reliable truck and the quiet comfort of “some Seven and some blessings filling up my cup.” Their vocal harmonies intertwine easily over a textured arrangement of keys, bass, drums, and guitars, creating an uplifting summer anthem that radiates sincerity and charm.
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If you live in New York, Puerto Rico always feels close, hovering in the music, the food, the neighbors who know all the words to Hector Lavoe’s songs outside the bodega. For nearly 16 years, I’ve lived among Nuyoricans, and my partner is one himself — his roots are planted here, although until this trip, his feet hadn’t touched the island’s soil. Bad Bunny‘s residency offered us the perfect excuse to make it happen — to experience the biggest star in the world performing in his homeland.
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The first night’s show (July 11) was the kind of spectacle you write home about: perreo energy, glorious salsa, and Taino tradition that could have been pulled straight from Benito’s daydreams — plus, Puerto Rican fans exploding with pride and exuberance. But the trip itself went deeper than the music, it was my chance to explore the island for the first time, and to absorb the island that has given so much to the world.
As someone who isn’t Boricua (I’m Mexican American) but felt the gravity of this moment, I know I occupied a space many couldn’t. Going to see Bad Bunny felt like carrying the privilege of “being invited to witness,” especially on one of his nights reserved exclusively for residents of PR. I don’t say that lightly — I know so many people would have loved to be there, and I don’t take for granted that my media job put me in that arena.
What I realized, however, was that the enormity of this event wasn’t just about being in the stadium. It was about what this residency means for connection, for culture, for Puerto Ricans near and far — and yes, for visitors like myself lucky enough to be on these streets of this island during such a historic moment.
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When the lights dimmed at the Coliseo de Puerto Rico José Miguel Agrelot (a.k.a. El Choli) on opening night, the anticipation hung heavy. I’ve been to massive shows before — I live in New York City, where music events can feel theatrical and grand — but Bad Bunny’s residency felt… personal. This was identity on display. At the height of his global fame, the artist stood before thousands of his people and giving everything he had for them.
After the high energy of the opening night with Bad Bunny, Saturday morning brought something raw, joyful, and unexpected. I found myself riding through Juncos in a caravana with none other than Toñita herself, the owner of the legendary Caribbean Social Club in Brooklyn — and yes, the same Toñita immortalized in Bad Bunny’s “NUEVAYoL.” With the line “Un shot de cañita en casa de Toñita, PR se siente cerquita” (“A shot of cañita at Toñita’s house, PR feels so close”) playing on repeat through the sound system behind us, we drove through town like a moving celebration of culture, connection, and homecoming — alongside racing motorcycles.
With Toñita and crew at Juncos, Puerto Rico
Isabela Raygoza
Toñita’s journey back to her hometown felt like a reunion of sorts. Locals waved from their doorways, the streets, and their cars as the caravan’s loudspeaker announced, “¡Es Toñitaaaaa!” Driving through town, we partied and drank Medalla Light — the beer brand that also recreated a replica of her club at Benito’s residency. It’s no wonder Toñita herself thought Benito was quoting her when she saw “No Me Quiero Ir De Aquí” (meaning “I don’t want to leave here”) the residency’s name, displayed everywhere — from merch to billboards.
Later that evening, I headed to Coliseo de Roberto Clemente to experience yet another side of Bad Bunny’s legacy: his impact on the sports world. His Baloncesto Superior Nacional basketball team, the Santurce Cangrejeros (co-owned with his manager Noah Assad), was playing a critical playoff game against the Criollos de Caguas. Let’s just say I went in not expecting much beyond a fun night, but the energy in the arena was also electric.
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Santurce didn’t just win, they dominated. The game on July 13 ended with the Cangrejeros advancing to the playoff semifinals, marking the first time they made it that far since their return to the BSN league in 2021. The series wrapped up with Santurce claiming victory 4-1, eliminating the Criollos entirely. Fans roared as the team charged forward for the semifinal against the Vaqueros (July 18). And yes, I lived for the drama. Even though basketball wasn’t the original reason I came to Puerto Rico, moments like these reminded me how Benito has woven himself and his influence into the island’s culture.
Cangrejeros de Santurce, Coliseo de Roberto Clemente
Gabriel Saldaña
The next day, I had a completely different thrill — one that involved flying through the mountains of Orocovis. Toro Verde is home to one of the longest zip lines in the world, including La Bestia and El Monstruo, which stretch across stunning views of the island’s green valleys and rugged terrain. Courtesy of the El Choli’s team, we were able to zipline through the skies and experience the island in a way that was breathtaking, literally and figuratively.
When the night rolled through, I found myself back at the Coliseo for round two with El Conejo Malo — this time, catching his third night of the residency, with special guests Jowell y Randy. Celebratory in every way, Benito leaned into the PR-NYC connection, swagged out in ’70s salsa attire and aviator shades — something New Yorkers who come to see the show once it opens to international audiences on August 30 are sure to appreciate.
Isabela Raygoza zip lines down “El Monstruo” at Toro Verde in Orocovis, Puerto Rico.
Isabela Raygoza
After a whirlwind weekend of concerts and caravans, Monday offered a change of pace — a chance to slow down, soak in the beauty of Puerto Rico, and finally take advantage of our hotel. We stayed at 352 Guest House, tucked in the heart of Old San Juan, where every detail gave the stay an intimate charm: a rooftop with sweeping views of the ocean, a jacuzzi perfect for unwinding, and delicious breakfast included.
Walking through Old San Juan was like stepping into a painting — its cobblestone streets lined with brightly colored buildings and Spanish colonial architecture made every turn feel magical. From centuries-old forts like El Morro and Castillo San Cristóbal to bucolic churches tucked away behind lively plazas, the city showcased its history with pride. You can feel its heartbeat in these streets, still alive with locals and visitors winding their way through bustling shops and cafes.
Seguimo’ Aquí Immersive Experience, Puerto Rico
Gabriel Carmona
By the time Tuesday rolled around, I thought I had seen everything that could be seen of Bad Bunny’s residency, twice. But Benito had one more surprise for me: a chance to step further into his world at the “Seguimo’ Aquí” pop-up at the shopping mall Plaza Las Américas. Part immersive experience, part celebration of Boricua culture, the activation felt like an extension of what I’d witnessed at the Coliseo. From the start — the life-size replica of a Puerto Rican house and garden — to the hidden speakeasy where guests sipped cocktails from Benito’s restaurant, Lala, every detail brought Bad Bunny closer to the ordinary lives of his fans.
Seguimo’ Aquí Immersive Experience, Puerto Rico
Isabela Raygoza
Puerto Rico offered more than I could have imagined: music, history, adventure and a connection that felt alive at every turn. Bad Bunny’s residency was the catalyst, but the real star was the island. No me quiero ir de aquí tampoco.
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Megan Thee Stallion — aka the Hot Girl Coach — is back with another workout video, but this time, she’s joined by her favorite Hot Boy, Klay Thompson.
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In an adorable TikTok posted over the weekend, the rapper shows off two days of exercises she completed alongside her NBA star boyfriend, who hilariously joined her in recording a voiceover for the footage. “B—h, I have been working out with my man!” Meg begins, speaking over a clip of Thompson, whom she repeatedly calls “Babe,” kissing her on the cheek as they both flex in the mirror of their gym.
The hitmaker goes on to share shots of herself and the basketball player lifting dumbbells, doing planks and pushing weights back and forth, while Thompson periodically interjects on the voiceover. Over one clip of Ms. Stallion doing pull-ups as the pro athlete holds firmly onto her posterior, for instance, Meg says while laughing, “I don’t think I needed that much assistance, but I think that was his favorite part of the workout.”
“I’m spotting you!” Thompson replies innocently.
Elsewhere in the video, the Dallas Mavericks player watches approvingly as Meg does weighted squats. “I was doing my squats, ’cause he love this a–,” she tells followers.
The sweet TikTok ends with Thompson lovingly wiping his famous girlfriend’s face before stretching out with some assistance from the Grammy winner.
Meg’s post comes just a couple of days after she and Thompson made their red-carpet debut at the hip-hop star’s inaugural Pete & Thomas Foundation Gala at Gotham Hall in New York. While there, Thee Stallion gushed to Page Six, “I have never dated somebody so kind… he makes me genuinely happy.”
Shortly prior, the pair went Instagram official, with Thompson confirming their romance by sharing photos of himself and rapper on a romantic getaway in the Bahamas.
The 2025 Billboard Fan Army Face-Off has entered round 2. At noon ET on Monday, July 21, the number of fan armies competing for the 2025 crown was pared down from 64 to 32 after a week of fan voting. Some fan armies won their rounds handily, while other matchups came down to the very last minute and final few votes. Round 2 continues through Monday, July 28, at noon ET, at which point round 3 kicks off.
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When the voting began on July 14, fan armies for the following artists were in competition for this year’s crown: Addison Rae, aespa, Ángela Aguilar, Ariana Grande, ATEEZ, Bad Bunny, Bailey Zimmerman, BE:FIRST, Benson Boone, Beyoncé, BigXthaPlug, Billie Eilish, BINI, BLACKPINK, BTS, Cardi B, Chappell Roan, Charli xcx, Chris Brown, Doechii, Drake, Dua Lipa, Ed Sheeran, ENHYPEN, GloRilla, Gracie Abrams, Hozier, Jelly Roll, JO1, John Summit, Justin Bieber, Karol G, KATSEYE, Kendrick Lamar, Lady Gaga, Lana Del Rey, Mariah Carey, Megan Thee Stallion, Miley Cyrus, Morgan Wallen, Mrs. GREEN APPLE, Nicki Minaj, Olivia Rodrigo, Peso Pluma, Playboi Carti, Post Malone, Rihanna, Sabrina Carpenter, SB19, Selena Gomez, SEVENTEEN, Sexyy Red, Shaboozey, Shakira, Sleep Token, Stray Kids, SZA, Tate McRae, Taylor Swift, TOMORROW X TOGETHER, Travis Scott, TWICE, Tyla and YoungBoy Never Broke Again.
Many of these artists have graced the cover of Billboard magazine over the years – some more than once. Even more of them have topped the Billboard Hot 100 with their smash singles, crowned the Billboard 200 with hit albums and received Billboard Music Awards thanks to their remarkable, culture-shifting music.
Vote now to determine which fan army is the strongest.
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