Nicki Minaj is continuing to champion the Donald Trump administration, this time by appearing at an upcoming summit celebrating the launch of “Trump Accounts” in the United States.

On Saturday (Jan. 24), Minaj confirmed the news by reposting the official announcement for the event — which will take place Wednesday at the Mellon Auditorium in Washington, D.C. — on X. Featuring Trump and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent as the main speakers, the summit will usher in the government’s new personal retirement savings program established under the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act.”

In a follow-up post, the hitmaker shared her excitement to appear alongside a lineup of featured guests that also includes Shark Tank star (and Marty Supreme actor) Kevin O’Leary, Curb Your Enthusiasm star Cheryl Hines (who’s married to health and human services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.), Texas Senator Ted Cruz and White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt.

“The true meaning of paying it forward,” Minaj wrote. “Early financial literacy & financial support for our children will give them a major head start in life. In some cases, they will end up teaching their very own parents how to invest & what to invest in.”

The 12-time Grammy nominee added, “This makes me very happy.”

Minaj has doubled and tripled down on her support of Trump’s policies throughout his first year back in office, despite facing backlash for her alignment with MAGA ideals. After she appeared onstage with Erika Kirk for a Turning Point USA event, a petition calling for the musician — who was born in Trinidad and said as recently as 2024 that she is not an American citizen — to be deported amassed tens of thousands of signatures.

Earlier in January, she again sparked outrage by insulting independent journalist Don Lemon, who was on the ground in Minneapolis to report on a protest against ICE that disrupted a church service. “DON ‘C—K SUCKIN’ LEMON IS DISGUSTING,” she wrote at the time, despite Lemon having nothing to do with organizing the protest. “LOCK HIM UP!!!!!”

In November, Minaj spoke at a United Nations event and praised Trump for his attention to the alleged persecution of Christians in Nigeria.

This week’s crop of new songs features two of country’s leading women artists (and former co-Grammy winners) each releasing powerful anthems, with Ashley McBryde leading a fearless new track “What If We Don’t,” while Carly Pearce offers a strong rebuttal to years of lessons that were internalized while sitting in Sunday morning church pews. Elsewhere, Parker McCollum, Max McNown and bluegrass group Della Mae offer up strong new releases.

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.

Ashley McBryde, “What If We Don’t”

On her latest, Grammy winner McBryde sings of the power of romantic choices made and choices forfeited. “This kinda thing can’t stop once it starts,” she sings, pondering the both the potential rewards and consequences of letting one’s desires override fear. Written by McBryde with Terri Jo Box and Randall Clay, with production by Brothers Osborne’s John Osborne, this track is classic McBryde, blending a soaring, anthemic chorus with verses that delve into the emotional nuances of love and fear of heartbreak.

Parker McCollum, “Big Ole Fancy House”

He’s romantically wounded and realizing a house’s decadent trappings are hollow without his lover to make the space a home. Sonically, this fan-favorite from McCollum falls right in his wheelhouse with his muscular vocal picking up the pain and loneliness of the lyrics, bolstered by smooth piano, bass and surging electric guitar. “Big Ole Fancy House” is featured on the deluxe version of McCollum’s self-titled album.

Carly Pearce, “Church Girl”

Kentucky native Pearce has always been known for singing songs that pull no punches, no matter the topic, whether that be love, heartbreak, betrayal or her allegiance to country music. With her latest, Pearce puts forth a perspective of grace and faith, offering a rebuttal to shame, guilt, and judgmental messages that can too often flow from church pulpits and critical people. She wraps her buttery twang around lyrics that speak to those who make their own choices, regardless of what’s considered “accepted” in certain circles, singing “That don’t mean you’ll go to hell when you leave this world.” “Church Girl” was written by Carter Faith, Seth Ennis and Cameron Bedell.

Max McNown, “World Change Me”

He’s weary from the fight, but is determined to hold tight to his own values regardless of the temptations that swirl around him, temptations that have grown more enticing as he’s grown older. “Monsters all fled from under my bed/ Now they’re downtown walking the streets,” he sings. McNown is known for songs such as the romantic “Better Me for You (Brown Eyes),” but here, he conveys a troubadour’s innate knack for keen observations. As well, a swampy rhythm and stately melody pair nicely with McNown’s warm, magnetic vocal.

Della Mae, Magic Accident

On Boston-formed bluegrass group Della Mae’s new album Magic Accident, musicians Celia Woodsmith, Kimber Ludiker, Vickie Vaughn and Avril Smith have crafted a 10-song project driven by tight harmonies, thoughtful instrumentation and sagacious songs forged from a lifetime of lessons learned. The project is spearheaded by wisdom-filled messages to their younger selves (“My Own Highway”) and songs of championship and ambition (“Out Run ‘Em”), while other songs on the album, such as “Little Bird” advise soaking in the small but meaningful moments. There are also songs about severing generational curses (“Family Tree”), plus a cover of Bruce Robison’s “Lifeline.” Taken together, these songs convey inspiration, encouragement and comfort, aimed at generations of women from all walks of life, championing them to be vocal and live their most authentic lives.

  

The stage is set for Super Bowl LX and the New England Patriots will be taking on the Seattle Seahawks, which is a rematch from 11 years ago of Super Bowl XLIX.

Cardi B was in attendance in Denver, cheering on her boo, Stefon Diggs, as the Patriots defeated the Broncos in a snowy 10-7 contest. The Grammy-winning rapper made her way onto the field to see Diggs with friends and family. “That’s what I’m talking about,” she shouted. “We going to the Super Bowl. Oh my God!”

NFL Network even stopped Cardi, who was draped in a gray fur coat, for an interview on the field following the Pats’ win.

“I’m feeling very excited, very happy for him very proud of him,” she said. “You know, he just came back from an ACL and me seeing the progress and the process of him, from the first time he started running back, and now joining the Patriots and actually going to the Super Bowl, I’m very excited for him. Very excited for the whole team, they been working they butts out.”

Cardi continued: “Discipline, discipline and work. It’s not like, ‘Oh you wake up and you great.’ It’s discipline. It’s going to bed early, it’s waking up early, it’s not missing one day of work. Nothing discipline, hard discipline.”

Cardi B life as a football girlie going well @iamcardib

Our 1-on-1 chat as Stefon Diggs “hard work and discipline” journey leads him to Super Bowl. pic.twitter.com/vJnpEFl2rA

— Cameron Wolfe (@CameronWolfe) January 26, 2026

On the West Coast, Brandi Carlile was on the sidelines for the Seahawks thrilling 31-27 victory over the Los Angeles Rams to punch their ticket to the Super Bowl. “I’m so honored and so excited to see this game,” she said pre-game before predicting a win. “We’re gonna win this game!”

The singer posted a clip of her daughter, Elijah, making a sign to cheer on the Seahawks as well. Carlile will be in Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, Calif., for Super Bowl LX. In addition to rooting for the Hawks, she’s been tapped to perform “America the Beautiful” pre-game.

Your Super Bowl LX America The Beautiful performer, and Washington native is in the house! 🤩 pic.twitter.com/UdmDJG51s2

— xz* – Seattle Seahawks (@Seahawks) January 25, 2026

Duff McKagan is a massive Seahawks fan and he cheered on the squad from home. The Guns N’ Roses founding member posted a photo of himself raising the 12s banner at CenturyLink Field from a 2016 home game. “Go Hawks!!!! @seahawks Wow wow wow,” the bassist wrote.

View this post on Instagram

Cam’ron and Mase hosted an episode of It Is What It Is on Monday (Jan. 26), where the New York rap duo welcomed NFL legend Michael Irvin to the show to break down all of the action, which centered around Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold’s comeback and special team woes for the Rams.

“Seattle’s a better organization and the Patriots are a better organization than the Cowboys,” Cam said while antagonizing Irvin, who was a star wide receiver for the Cowboys in the ’90s.

Expect plenty of artists to be in attendance when the Seahawks and Patriots battle for the right to lift the Lombardi Trophy at Super Bowl LX, which will feature Bad Bunny as the Super Bowl Halftime Show performer.

All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes.

There is no greater pressure than getting the perfect gift for that special someone in your life on Valentine’s Day.

While the holiday celebrating all things love and commitment is still a little ways away, it’s important to strike while the iron is hot, as they say, and prepare ahead of time so you can make the best shopping decisions without stress or worry. We’re hoping that with help from this list, you’ll be able to pick up something special for your girlfriend with ease. No stress, no fuss, just good old-fashioned gift-giving from the heart.

ShopBillboard has compiled a hefty 32 picks ranging from couple-friendly tech to thoughtful subscription services and cozy clothes that will get you and your girlfriend in the mood for some lovin’. We’ve segmented this list for ease, allowing you to shop by category so you can find what you’re looking for in a breeze. While you’re here, why not shop even more gifts for girlfriends in our non-Valentine’s Day-themed round-up here?

Tech Products

If you’re a cool girl, you probably know of or have Wildflower phone cases. The brand was founded by sister duo Devon Lee and Sydney Carlson, influencers and models with a huge following. These cases are both adorable and extremely protective of your phone, standing sturdy against drops of 4 feet. This cupid print was practically made for Valentine’s Day, and will show your girlfriend you love her enough to keep her phone safe and stylish. The brand has become more accessible than ever, given they’ve moved operations onto Amazon along with their online storefront. 

Stylish and protective, these Loop earplugs are for the girlfriend who is looking for peace and quiet while attending concerts or even working from home. Unlike your traditional earplugs that block sound, Loop’s offerings filter sound to reduce overall volume, while keeping speech and music clear. This makes Loop earplugs a must-have for concerts or festival settings, given that you can still hear the music nice and clear without damaging your eardrums. This Tomorrowland collaboration is extra on-theme too because it comes in a red iridescent hue.

Capturing every moment on your phone is convenient, but it often falls short if you want a photo with depth and a story. If you’re looking to feed your girlfriend’s picture-taking hobby or hoping to start her on a new one, gifting this Kodak PIXPRO C1 BLACK Digital Camera could be a great option. Retailing for $99 at Walmart, this digital camera comes in a sleek black hue and comes with a 26mm Fixed Focus Lens for ease of use and microSD and microSDHC card compatibility up to 32GB. This camera also takes videos if your girl wants to get into vlogging every moment.

For the music-lover in your life, we’d suggest gifting these Beats by Dr. Dre Solo Buds in this on-theme red hue with futuristic transparent detailing. The buds retail for $79.95 at Walmart and come nestled into a slim and compact package that can easily be stored in a pocket or chucked into a purse. The buds are wireless and sit in the ear, fitted with squishy tips that ergonomically fit inside the ear canal without irritation. These buds produce a fully custom acoustic architecture for an enhanced listening experience tailored to the listener. If all that wasn’t enough, they also boast an 18-hour battery life.

If your loved one adores taking photos but hates waiting for your pics to be developed, this Kodak Step Instant SmartPhone Photo Printer makes getting photos into your hands a breeze. Retailing for $79.99 on Amazon, the printer connects to your phone, either Android or IOS, via Bluetooth and instantly prints out your precious moments from selfies to group shots with friends or your lover. The printed photos are sticky-backed and can be adhered on any surface.

This one’s for our readers facing the trials and tribulations of long-distance relationships. Bond Touch 4 is a bracelet for couples that allows said couples to communicate with one another, no matter how far. The personal jewelry retails for $178 for two and comes in black or an off-white hue with stylish gold accents.

One gentle tap to the face of your Bond Touch 4 and your partner’s bracelet will light up and buzz at the same time in the same pattern. These bracelets feature a 96-hour battery life and are water-resistant. Beyond being absolutely heart-melting in concept, these Bond pieces are also super stylish, comparable to an Apple Watch.

Got a cinephile on your hands, but not the money to fund her film addiction? Have yourself a movie night at home with this Yaber T1 Pro2 Mini Projector. The portable product retails for $181.40 and features a built-in Smart TV operating system, offering Netflix, Prime Video and YouTube viewing, among other platforms. You’ll get crystal-clear pictures on any surface thanks to a 180-degree adjustable stand that allows you to project on walls, ceilings, or sloped surfaces for a unique viewing experience every time.

Speakers can be bulky and a little jarring to look at sometimes. They’re not always stylish, and they don’t always pack up nicely and neatly for you to take on the go. Enter Marshall’s WILLEN II Speaker, currently retailing for $99.99, down from $129.99. The mini speaker is cream-colored and comes in a tiny package but brings major space-filling sound. The speaker is jam-packed with hours of portable playtime, 17-plus to be exact, on a single charge. Like most of Marshall’s products, this speaker is dust and waterproof and comes with a nifty fastening strap, allowing users to fix the speaker to an object or let it hang.

Flowers

These flowers are beautiful, but won’t last very long with how delicious they are. Edible Arrangements is famed for their whimsical bouquets filled to the brim with fresh fruits and the fan-favorite chocolate covered strawberries elegantly placed into a basket. A large bouquet will run you $89.99, but prices vary depending on delivery methods. Speaking of delivery, you can get your arrangement to that special someone within an hour, great for last-minute shoppers looking to impress.

Why get your significant other real flowers for Valentine’s Day when they’ll just die on them in a few weeks? This Lego Bouquet is sure to last you a lifetime, no water needed, for just $48.49. The bouquet comes with a slew of unique flowers that you can build and store in a vase or on a shelf. Build with your loved one or let them try it out on their own for a post-holiday crafting night.

If you do happen to want real flowers for your loved one, The Bouqs offers a monthly floral subscription service, gifting your significant other fresh flowers to their door every month, up to every week if you’d like. We’d suggest the Deluxe subscription for $59 a month, which delivers 20 to 32 stems in a blossoming bouquet tailored to your specifications

Beauty

Glamnetic is famed for their press-ons. They’re durable and extremely cute too. This on-themed heart design retails for $20 and comes with multiple sizing options in one pack, giving the user an accurate manicure without all the fuss. The pack of themed nails also comes with adhesive for easy application that won’t go anywhere. If hearts aren’t your girl’s thing, Glamnetic has tons of designs available on Ulta Beauty. 

While this mask looks like something out of The Silence of the Lambs, it’s anything but scary. The Solawave Eye Recovery Pro Red Light Therapy Mask currently retails for $189 at Ulta Beauty and fits snugly on the user’s face. The beauty tech utilizes red light, a therapeutic technique that is said to stimulate cells and boost mitochondria to produce more energy, which in turn promotes healing, reduces inflammation and increases collagen. This mask targets the under eye area, a section of the face that often goes through tons of stress. For $189, this mask is essentially a relaxing spa day at home for less.

Give your girlfriend a spa day with this two-pack of exfoliating body bars hailing from Soft Services. These bars retail for $30 at Sephora and are scented like vanilla, coconut, citrus and espresso, luxe notes that make you feel like you’re sipping a cozy drink at your favorite coffee shop. The product is formulated with gentle exfoliating granules that work dead skin away, leaving you feeling smooth and moisturized.

Fancy haircare experiences at a salon are nice and all, but what if you could bring that experience to your home? This Paul Mitchell hair dryer offers a luxury experience without shelling out hundreds. For just $165, this pretty pink dryer defines curls and targets sections of hair thanks to two accompanying detachable heads that allow users to create tons of styles with ease. The dryer is powerful at 1500 watts with a digital brushless motor and high-velocity airflow for fast and precise drying every time.

In the same vein, this Manicure Set from Ulta Beauty is like gifting a spa day for a fraction of the price. The $8.40 kit comes with seven pieces for trimming and defining nails, all nestled in a clear and compact case that you can easily take with you on the go.

Fashion

While jewelry can be overdone on Valentine’s Day, the key is to find a piece that really sticks out. You’ll want one that makes a lasting impression and holds meaning like this locket-esque necklace from Fossil. Retailing for $85, this necklace features a lock-shaped heart pendant attached to a thick gold chain. This necklace has a nice weight to it, and is made of high-quality stainless steel, meaning it won’t tarnish as easily. Both the chain and heart pendant are mid-sized, giving users the opportunity to layer effectively without your neck looking too overcrowded. 

After a long day, there’s really nothing better than cozying up in a plush robe like this one from Hommey. The $129 piece is made of cozy and breathable 100% cotton terry toweling and is thoughtfully designed with a classic shawl collar, functional pockets to store all your essentials and an adjustable, removable waist tie. A subtle loop attached to the collar allows users to hang the robe on a hook. This robe is also equipped with a stylish, sweet pink and burgundy striped pattern.

Damson Madder has quickly become one of ShopBillboard’s favorite brands. The U.K.-based label crafts whimsical accessories and clothing in dreamy colorways and prints equipped with thoughtful details that set the brand apart from anything we’ve seen on the market. This decorative scrunchie is just one of many hair accessories that the brand has to beautify your girlfriend’s hair when they see fit, worn with ponytails and tight, slicked-back buns.

Similarly adorable, Damson’s Antonella Gingham Organic Cotton Pajamas for $155 is surely one of the most stylish PJ sets out there. This one’s for the fashionable girlfriend with impeccable taste looking to lounge and doze in style. The cotton set is breathable and comfortable with an oversized fit and a playful gingham pattern. Dainty bow accents on both the top and bottom give way to ruffled detailing in pink, contrasting the red gingham.

With winter’s oppressive chill still in full swing, we’d suggest gifting your significant other these ultra-cozy slippers from L.L. Bean. The $99.95 pair comes in a tan suede with faux-fur trim around the ankles. The soles are non-slip, while the interior is plush and comfortable on the soles. This is a quintessential house slipper if we’ve ever seen one. They’re perfect for lounging around for a cozy Valentine’s Day indoors, warmed by the fire.

Fuzzy Companions

Jellycats never fail to impress. The adorable plushie brand comes out with winners every year that please both young and old fans. This Bashful Beige Bunny is no exception, what with its floppy ears and ultra-soft composition. The $39 plushie companion is perfect for the collector in your life looking to add some whimsy to their humdrum decor, placed on a bed or displayed with their other Jellycat acquisitions.

The blind box trend swept the nation, going global with its popularity thanks in part to music artists such as BLACKPINK’s Lisa. If you haven’t yet gotten your hands on the coveted Labubu, you can gift your girlfriend a keychain version that can be attached to your keys or bag for just $22.99 on Amazon. With your purchase, you’ll receive a mystery box featuring one of 14 total possible Labubus that you can pull, all in unique colors.

Home Goods

In celebration of all things love, Owala dropped a Valentine’s Day themed water bottle in pink with alluring lavender hues. The bottle features cupid motifs holding Owala bottles, along with hearts, eyes, stars and candies. It’s all the features of a traditional FreeSip Owala bottle you love like leak-proof design, insulated walls to keep drinks at your preferred temperature and wide mouth opening, just in a themed pink and purple package. The bottle launched exclusively at Dick’s Sporting Goods and is likely to sell out soon if you don’t snatch it up for your loved one.

For the significant other who loves to entertain, this four-piece coupe glass set from Anthropologie should win you lots of points. This colorful set retails for $54. Each glass is colorful and equipped with a wide base that transitions into an equally wide cup.

You probably already know that Owala is exceedingly popular, what with its virality on apps such as TikTok. What makes this Owala even more desirable is its vampy and dramatic cherry red hue that has become exceedingly popular since its launch in 2025. This insulated tumbler currently retails for $44.99 on Amazon and is made to insulate 40 oz beverages both hot and cold, keeping them at your desired temp for hours. For ease of use, you’ve also got a built-in straw and a side handle. The lid of the tumble locks in place, making it leak-proof. 

Another extremely popular home goods brand is Le Creuset. The brand’s wares, from deep dutch ovens to pans, simply fly off the shelves, and this cast-iron heart-shaped style is sure to follow. Retailing for $175 at Nordstrom, this on-theme gift comes in red and, as mentioned, is enameled cast iron.

This detail ensures excellent heat distribution for uniform browning and even cooking with no hot spots, and provides superior heat retention. Even the branded handle in gold is shaped like a heart. If your girlfriend is into cooking and baking and wants her style and personality to come through in her cookware, then this should do the trick.

Smeg is another popular cookware brand with a ton of products under its proverbial umbrella. Our pick? The brand’s retro-inspired electric water kettle is currently retailing for $229.95 on Amazon. The kettle comes in a slew of colors, although the seafoam green hue is our favorite, accompanied by silver hardware and Smeg branding on the front.

This kettle gets you 1.8 quarts of hot water in about two to three minutes, cutting down the time it takes to enjoy tea, hot chocolate and everything in between. The kettle also includes auto-shutoff technology that stops heating once the water reaches the boiling point for safety. Kitchenware doesn’t have to be boring, and this kettle proves that.

Silk pillowcases are a dime a dozen these days, and can cost a fortune if you’re not looking in the right place. This 100% Mulberry Silk Pillowcase from Quince retails for just $44.90 and is said to boast a whole host of benefits. Silk pillowcases are said to be gentler on your skin, more hygienic and may help prevent any hair breakage. These pillows are also cooler temperature wise than your standard cotton pillowcases because silk promotes air circulation, helping to release body heat.

Misc.

While comfort can come in the form of new slippers or a fuzzy robe, it can also come in the form of a nifty massage gun like this one from Therabody. Retailing for $159.99, this blue Theragun offers tension relief, targeting tense spots with up to three speeds. This tool is for those who prefer a milder, soothing massage that still provides real relief on the back, shoulders and anywhere you carry tension.

BonBon became extremely popular in 2025 for its wide selection of unique Swedish candy. The only problem? The brand’s stores are only in New York, making it difficult for prospective candy fiends to try out its extensive candy line. Not to fear, though: BonBon ships boxes much like the one above for $43 and over nationwide. You’ll have the option to select a sour mix, a sweet and sour mix and even a gluten-free and gelatin-free mix of candies to ship to your loved one. You can also just buy a customized box to hand deliver to your lover.

Who doesn’t love a scented candle? Boy Smells‘ scented candles are especially easy to love because they’re long-lasting and jam-packed with scents that fill any room your candle is burned in. This rose-scented option retails for $38 and comes in a stylish pink package. The candle features notes of tangerine, leather and roses, a fresh, floral and musky mix. If rose scents aren’t your girlfriend’s thing, Boy Smells has a whole host of candles to choose from, all at affordable prices.