Hip-hop mogul and longtime hitmaker Diddy took the stage at the Prudential Center in New Jersey on Sunday night (Sept. 12), to perform a career-spanning medley of hits and accept this year’s MTV Global Icon award.

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Introduced by an emotional Mary J. Blige as “someone who guided me throughout my career, gave me the courage, gave me the wisdom” and “a brother and a friend,” Diddy began his performance with a still-unreleased song he first teased in 2022. He then transitioned to a couple classics from his 1997 No Way Out blockbuster: the Notorious B.I.G.-tributing Billboard Hot 100 No. 1 hit “I’ll Be Missing You” and the rap radio perennial “It’s All About the Benjamins.”

Diddy’s son King Combs then joined him on stage as his hits moved into the 2000s: First the Saga Continues 2001 smash “Bad Boy for Life,” and then 2002’s oft-resurrected “I Need a Girl (Part Two).” Yung Miami then took the stage for her verse on 2022’s “Gotta Move On” remix, followed by Keyshia Cole emerging to perform her powerhouse vocals from 2007’s “Last Night.”

After that, Combs and son enjoyed a dance break to the hook of Notorious B.I.G.’s “Mo Money, Mo Problems,” with King then performing Ma$e’s famous opening bars to the 1997 Hot 100-topper, and Diddy following with his own verse. Once the performance was over, Blige then invited Diddy’s daughter Chance to help present him with the Global Icon award.

Accepting the moonperson, an overwhelmed and extremely sweaty Diddy thanked the crowd for giving him his flowers, and called the award “a dream come true for me — I grew up watching MTV like, ‘Man, I wish one day I could be up there…’” He started the crowd on a “Baaaad Boyyyyy” chant, paid homage to the late Chucky Thompson and called it “truly a gift from God… to get to do what you love for 30 years consistently.” He ended his speech “in true Diddy fashion” by promoting his upcoming The Love Album: Off the Grid, out this Friday (Sept. 15).

Diddy is a six-time nominee and two-time winner at the VMAs, taking home best R&B video for “I’ll Be Missing You” at the 1997 awards and the viewer’s choice award for the “Benjamins” rock remix in 1998.

Musical shapeshifter Shakira dazzled the audience at the 2023 MTV Video Music Awards on Tuesday (Sept. 12) at the Prudential Center in Newark, N.J.

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Kicking off her potent hits medley with “She Wolf,” the Colombian superstar appeared inside what looked like a human-sized cube, moving in trance-like yoga poses, transitioning from a robotic-like motion to a fluid one. 

Wearing a flesh-toned shimmery outfit, the superstar then transitioned to electro-pop number “Te Felicito,” her 2022 hit with Rauw Alejandro, during which she was joined by four male backup dancers. She gleefully cut to “TQG,” her kiss-off hit alongside Karol G, amid pyrotechnics.

In what was perhaps one of the most memorable segments of this medley, she recreated her famous 2006 VMAs performance with the extended version of “Objection (Tango).” Surrounded by tribal-styled percussionists forming a drum circle, Shakira demonstrated her magnetic star power, and proceeded to grab an electric guitar, showing off some power cords. 

She had the crowd on its feet by the time she got to “Hips Don’t Lie” — even Taylor Swift showed off some Latin-style dance moves from her seat. Shakira closed with her hit “Bzrp Music Sessions, Vol. 53.” The crowd roared the lyrics in Spanish, “Las mujeres ya no lloran, las mujeres facturan!” (“Women no longer cry, women cash in!”)

During her set, Shakira even crowd surfed, and received a traditional Colombian sombrero from someone in the audience. This performance marked her first time rocking the VMAs stage since 2006. 

The Colombian singer-songwriter made history at the VMAs, becoming the first South American artist to receive the Video Vanguard Award. She is the second Latin artist to receive the award; Jennifer Lopez, the first performer of Latin descent, received the honor in 2018.

After thanking MTV for having been part of her career since she was 18 years old, the 46-year-old Colombian singer-songwriter mentioned key figures in the creation of her music videos, such as Jaume de Laiguana and Maite Marcos, whom she called friends and collaborators. “Really, I wouldn’t know what to do without you,” she said in Spanish.

She also thanked her record label Sony Music and its collaborators, her parents, and her sons Milan and Sasha, who were present at the ceremony, “for making me happy and making me feel that mom can do anything. Finally, she dedicated the award to her fans, “who have always supported of me through thick and thin”.

“Thank you so much for being my army and helping me fight all my battles,” she said, before adding in Spanish, “This is for you my people… Thank you for inspiring me and for injecting me with so much strength and so much desire to keep going.”

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For most of us, our phones are always with us whether we’re texting the group chat, scrolling through social media or listening to music with our Bluetooth earbuds. That’s why it’s important to add an iPhone case for protection, but not all of us have the money to drop $50+ on a designer case — and that’s where our wallet-friendly picks come in. Rather than splurge on pricey protection, though, you can still have the best iPhone case for under $20.

Not only are affordable phone cases available in stylish patterns and colors, but they can still offer just as many protective qualities compared to the pricey ones. Plus, with Prime Big Day Deals coming sometime in October, you’re guaranteed stellar deals. That way, you can spend your savings on other necessities, like Apple Music deals or celebrity headphones.

Don’t want to wait for holidays or major shopping events? We did the digging for you and rounded up a mix of iPhone cases under $20 no matter what your aesthetic or needs are.

Keep reading to shop our picks below.

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Deadheads, this one is for you! Show off your love for your favorite band with a groovy tie-dye pattern case that features the iconic Grateful Dead teddy bear in the center. The case is also customizable, giving you the option to make it extra protective and MagSafe. Models compatible with this phone case include the iPhone 6 all the way to the iPhone 14 Pro Max.

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Buy: Danzel Barbie Silicone Case $13.99

Barbie is calling and your cart is begging you to pick up by adding this Barbie phone case to your phone. It comes shaped as a vintage cell phone made from a protective silicone case that’s scratch- and waterproof. Just choose from the 18 iPhone sizes and you’ll be ready to complete all of your Barbiecore outfits.

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Onn. Tropical Pink Floral Phone Case
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Want to really make your iPhone flourish? This floral iPhone case comes patterned with different color flowers on a clear background — so you can still show off your iPhone’s unique color. It’s made from a gel material and has been drop tested at up to 4 feet. The style is only compatible with the iPhone 14 and iPhone 13.

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Speck Clear Case
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Keep things simple with a clear iPhone case for over half off, dropping it down to an affordable $18.50. Your phone will be protected from drops up to 13 feet as it uses a rubber material to absorb shock. The raised bezel edges will help prevent your screen from shattering while the built-in antimicrobial treatment from Microban assists in keeping the cover from discoloration.

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Buy: Caseative Cute Curly Wave Frame iPhone Case $12.99

You’ll want to wave hello to friends with your phone in hand just for a chance to show of this wavy phone case. It comes in a variety of colors including pink, blue, yellow, white, black and more. You can choose from 15 iPhone sizes and enjoy carrying your phone around with less of a sweat as it’s dirt-, drop- and scratch-resistant.

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Consider this Wildflower iPhone case a total checkmate in comparison to others on the market. Not only does it boast a stylish white and brown checkered pattern, but it’s on sale for 49% off and can fit an iPhone 12 or iPhone 12 Pro.

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ULAK iPhone SE Case With Screen Protector
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Get the most bang for your buck with this ULAK iPhone case as not only does if feature a thick, drop-resistant casing, but has ridged edges for added protection. The set also includes a screen protector to keep your touchscreen from garnering any cracks and scratches. This can fit an iPhone SE 3rd and 2nd generation.

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Spigen Thin Fit Hard Shell Case
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Some cases come with too much bulk that makes slipping your iPhone into your pocket or purse almost impossible. Spigen’s Hard Shell case attempts to correct that by using a more thin design that’s able to fit on an iPhone 13 Pro Max and iPhone 12 Pro Max. The design has an anti-scratch backing and features cutouts for buttons and charging ports.

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Buy: Elago iPhone 13 Pro Liquid Silicone Case $13.99

Go for a sleek look using Elago’s iPhone case that’s made from a smooth silicone material. With 18 colors to choose from, you can customize the look to your liking while the raised lips help protect your case from scratches, cracks and more. This design is MagSafe compatible and can fit on an iPhone 13 Pro.

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OtterBox Mini Commuter Case
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Get the benefits of an OtterBox case without having to drop a ton of money on one. This under $20 phone case is compatible with iPhone 13 and iPhone 12 models, can be used with an Apple MagSafe charger or wireless charger and was made with 35% recycled materials for added sustainability. If that doesn’t seal the deal, the brand also claims the hard case has Drop+, which is 3X as many drops as military standard.

For more product recommendations, check out our roundups of the best commuter gadgets, over-ear headphones and Amazon music deals.

New K-pop boy band ZEROBASEONE talk about being formed on Mnet’s reality show Boys Planet, their debut success so far, first time being at KCON and more at KCON LA 2023.

Tetris Kelly
Hanging out at KCON with ZEROBASEONE — first of all, guys, I’m very jealous. I don’t have a jacket. These are so cool. They look really nice. Yeah. Now the fans have been asking for you guys since yesterday. Everybody’s so excited to see you guys. So how’s it feel to get all the love at KCON this year?

Seok Matthew
Honestly, it’s our first time at KCON LA and it’s just a really unique experience. And I think going overseas and just traveling all the way here and hearing all this support and these fan chants, it just means so much. And so we just, we love you guys from the bottom of our hearts. You guys are the best. You guys keep us motivated. We love you.

Tetris Kelly
And I mean, you guys are new. You just debuted recently and already have over a million pre-orders for your album. That’s crazy. So how’s it feel to be kind of like a newbie here in the game?

Kim Tae Rae
As you said, like, we just have you and we just saw another team from YouTube, we’re seeing them backstage — it’s so new to us. And it’s an interesting thing to experience.

Tetris Kelly
Thank you so much. And then also, what was really cool about you guys is that you won a reality show. So tell me how that makes it different for you than a lot of the other groups in K-pop.

Watch the full interview above!

Miley Cyrus looks back on her past in the introspective track, “Used to Be Young,” which she released last month.

“These lyrics were written almost 2 years ago at the beginning of my ESV. It was at a time I felt misunderstood,” Cyrus explained on Instagram of the song. “I have spent the last 18 months painting a sonic picture of my perspective to share with you. The time has arrived to release a song that I could perfect forever. Although my work is done, this song will continue to write itself everyday. The fact it remains unfinished is a part of its beauty. That is my life at this moment ….. unfinished yet complete.”

If you need a guide to follow along with Miley Cyrus’ “Used to Be Young,” find the lyrics below:

The truth is bulletproof, there’s no fooling you
I don’t dress the same
Me and who you say I was yesterday
Have gone our separate ways

Left my living fast somewhere in the past
‘Cause that’s for chasing cars
Turns out open bars lead to broken hearts
And going way too far

I know I used to be crazy
I know I used to be fun
You say I used to be wild
I say I used to be young

You tell me time has done changed me
That’s fine, I’ve had a good run
I know I used to be crazy
That’s ’cause I used to be young

Take one, pour it out
It’s not worth crying ’bout the things you can’t erase
Like tattoos and regrets
Words I never meant and ones that got away

Left my living fast somewhere in the past
And took another road
Turns out crowded rooms, empty out as soon
There’s somewhere else to go, oh

I know I used to be crazy
I know I used to be fun
You say I used to be wild
I say I used to be young

You tell me time has done changed me
That’s fine, I’ve had a good run
I know I used to be crazy
That’s ’cause I used to be young

Ohh, ohh
Ohh-whoa, oh-whoa, oh-whoa, oh
Yeah
Whoa, whoa
Ohh-whoa, oh-whoa, oh-whoa, oh

I know I used to be crazy
Messed up, but, God, was it fun
I know I used to be wild
That’s ’cause I used to be young

Those wasted nights are not wasted
I remember everyone
I know I used to be crazy
That’s ’cause I used to be young

You tell me time has done changed me
That’s fine, I’ve had a good run
I know I used to be crazy
That’s ’cause I used to be young

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Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

Written by: Greg Kurstin, Gregory Aldae Hein, Michael Pollack, Miley Cyrus

Selena Gomez is ready to bid a relationship farewell in her fun new track, “Single Soon.”

“Y’all have been asking for new music for a while,” she wrote on Instagram announcing the Benny Blanco and Cashmere Cat-produced song a week prior to its release, sharing the track’s glamorous cover art. “Since I’m not quite done with SG3, I wanted to put out a fun little song I wrote a while back that’s perfect for the end of summer.”

Gomez hasn’t released a full-length album since 2020’s Rare, though she did drop her all-Spanish EP Revalación the following year. 

If you need a guide to follow along with Selena Gomez’s “Single Soon,” find the lyrics below:

Should I do it on the phone?
Should I leave a little note
In the pocket of his coat? Yeah
Maybe I’ll just disappear
I don’t wanna see a tear
And the weekend’s almost here

I’m picking out this dress
Trying on these shoes
‘Cause I’ll be single soon
I’ll be single soon
I know he’ll be a mess
When I break the news
But I’ll be single soon
I’ll be single soon

I’ma date who I wanna
Stay out late if I wanna
I’ma do what I wanna do
I’m picking out this dress
Trying on these shoes
‘Cause I’ll be single soon
I’ll be single soon

I know I’m a little high
Maintenance, but I’m worth a try
Might not give a reason why (oh well)
We both had a lot of fun
Time to find another one
Blame it all on feeling young

I’m picking out this dress
Trying on these shoes
‘Cause I’ll be single soon
I’ll be single soon
I know he’ll be a mess
When I break the news
But I’ll be single soon
I’ll be single soon

I’ma date who I wanna
Stay out late if I wanna
I’ma do what I wanna do
I’m picking out this dress
Trying on these shoes
‘Cause I’ll be single soon
I’ll be single soon

Yeah, I’ll be single soon (hah-ah)
Yeah, I’ll be single soon
Yeah, I’ll be single soon (hah-ah)
Yeah, I’ll be single soon

I’m picking out this dress
Trying on these shoes
‘Cause I’ll be single soon
I’ll be single soon
I know he’ll be a mess
When I break the news
But I’ll be single soon
I’ll be single soon

I’ma date who I wanna
Stay out late if I wanna
I’ma do what I wanna do
I’m picking out this dress
Trying on these shoes
‘Cause I’ll be single soon
I’ll be single soon

Well, who’s next?

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Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

Written by: Selena Marie Gomez, Lisa Scinta, Ammar Malik, Benjamin Levin, Jacob Kasher Hindlin, Magnus August Hoiberg, Phil Shaouy, Ross Golan