Offset is the latest rapper to dive into the wild world of WWE. The Grammy-nominated MC made his WWE Raw debut in his hometown of Atlanta on Monday (Feb. 23), with his hit 2025 single “Bodies” serving as the official theme song for the Elimination Chamber.

The most recent edition of WWE Raw, which airs weekly on Netflix at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT, was packed. Not only did Brock Lesnar make his first appearance since Royal Rumble, but Jey Uso also defeated both Bronson Reed and El Grande Americano to qualify for the men’s Elimination Chamber match. Raquel Rodriguez took down Iyo Sky and Kairi Sane to earn her spot in the women’s Elimination Chamber match.

All of that action didn’t hold a candle to Offset’s appearance, which took place during Je’Von Evans’ face-off against Kofi Kingston. The “Clout” rapper joined Evans in motivational backstage moments, and during the fight, helping the wrestler pull off a win — thanks to his signature OG Cutter move, of course. Backstage, Offset made it clear that he thinks Kingston’s New Day crew sucks, and as he supported Evans from outside the ring, members of the crew tried to intimidate him, yelling, “You don’t belong here!” In response, Offset tossed Grayson Waller over a table, foreshadowing Evans’ ultimate victory.

“Bodies,” which reached No. 72 on the Billboard Hot 100 last year, appears on Offset’s most recent album, 2025’s Kiari. The original version of the song features fellow Grammy-nominated Atlanta rapper JID, as well as a nifty flip of Drowning Pools’ 2001 track of the same name. Last August, producer BNYX, who frequently works with Drake and Travis Scott, shared a version of “Bodies” that more prominently features elements of the Drowning Pool song, and that rock-forward mix soundtracks the Elimination Chamber.

From Wale to Snoop Dogg, the worlds of wrestling and hip-hop have been colliding quite frequently. Notably, Grammy-winning rapper Cardi B, who’s also Offset’s estranged wife and the mother of three of his children, kicked off her summer with an appearance at last year’s WWE SummerSlam, where she debuted a snippet of “Hello,” which later appeared on her Billboard 200-topping Am I the Drama?.

Watch Offset make his WWE Raw debut below.

United Talent Agency (UTA) has announced the signing of multi-hyphenate artist René Pérez Joglar, better known as Residente, for representation in all areas, Billboard can exclusively announce. The entertainment, sports, and advisory company will also represent his production company, 1868 Studios.

The news arrives alongside the announcement of Residente‘s directorial debut, Porto Rico. The “epic Caribbean western,” as it’s described, tackles the harsh realities of colonialism and paternalism in Puerto Rican history, blending storytelling with an all-star cast. At the film’s helm will be Residente’s longtime collaborator, global music superstar Bad Bunny, taking on his first-ever leading role.

“I’ve dreamed of making a film about my country since I was a child. The true story of Puerto Rico has always been surrounded by controversy,” Residente previously said in a statement. “This film is a reaffirmation of who we are, told with the intensity and honesty that our history deserves.”

Renowned filmmaker Alejandro G. Iñárritu (Amores Perros, 21 Grams, Babel, Biutiful) is an executive producer of Porto Rico.

Joining Bad Bunny (real name Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio) on screen is an ensemble cast of celebrated actors, including Javier Bardem, Edward Norton, and Viggo Mortensen, with Residente co-writing the script alongside screenwriter and playwright Alexander Dinelaris (The Revenant). The project will also feature Penélope Cruz, who collaborated with Residente on his latest solo album, Las Letras Ya No Importan (2024).

When asked about working with Cruz in 2024, Residente told Billboard Español, “I originally said, ‘I’d like Penélope to be in it. I talked to her and she said yes. Little by little she connected with the song,’” referencing their work on the music video for “313.” Speaking about the creative process, Residente said, “When you’re directing you have to think as a producer, writer, editor, and actor. I’m thinking about everything at the same time.”

In 2024, Pérez Joglar also debuted as an actor at the Sundance Film Festival with In The Summers, a film that earned the Grand Jury Prize. This year, he made his return to the festival with Frank and Louis, where he stars alongside British actor Kingsley Ben-Adir.

Pérez Joglar first rose to prominence in the mid-2000s as the frontman of Calle 13, a groundbreaking Latin hip-hop duo with its fusion of urban and socially conscious lyrics. He currently holds the record for the most Latin Grammy wins, with 29, followed by Juan Luis Guerra (28).

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Miley Cyrus wants a judge to dismiss a long-running lawsuit claiming her chart-topping “Flowers” ripped off Bruno Mars’ “When I Was Your Man,” arguing nobody should be allowed to monopolize “commonplace tropes in breakup songs.”

Nearly two years after the case was first filed against Cyrus, her attorneys say in a Monday court filing that it’s now time to finally end the high-profile legal battle — arguing that her hit song is “very different” from the earlier track and clearly does not constitute copyright infringement.

“Man, a slow piano ballad, is a breakup song from the perspective of a man who regrets not doing various things he believes could have saved his relationship,” writes Miley’s attorney Peter Anderson in a motion obtained and first reported by Billboard. “On the other hand, Flowers, an upbeat, danceable pop song, is a breakup song from the perspective of a woman rejoicing in her independence and self-reliance.”

Mars is not involved in the case against Cyrus; it was instead filed by Tempo Music Investments, a financial entity that bought the copyrights of “Man” co-writer Philip Lawrence.

In seeking to end Tempo’s case, Miley’s lawyers say the only actual similarities are the seemingly call-and-response lyrics of the two songs, such as his “I should’ve bought you flowers” and her “I can buy myself flowers.” But her attorneys say those are just basic words you might hear in any song about a failed relationship, not evidence of infringement.

“No one owns these words, which are commonplace tropes in breakup songs,” Anderson writes.

“Flowers,” which spent eight weeks atop the Hot 100 after it was released in January 2023, was immediately seen by many fans as an “answer song” to “Man,” which itself had reached the top of the chart in 2012. According to internet sleuths, Cyrus had no gripe with Mars but instead with her ex-husband Liam Hemsworth, who had supposedly once dedicated “Man” to her.

Despite those links, legal experts told Billboard at the time that Cyrus was likely not violating copyrights simply by using similar lyrics to fire back at the earlier song. But Tempo sued in September 2024, claiming “Flowers” had lifted numerous elements beyond the clap-back lyrics, including “melodic and harmonic material,” “pitch ending pattern,” and “bass-line structure.”

In Monday’s motion, Cyrus’ lawyers flatly denied those allegations. They asked the judge to grant them summary judgment – meaning rejecting the case without requiring a jury trial — based on a lack of genuine similarities between the two songs.

Musically, they say the songs share no melodic overlap and only “random, unprotectable elements” elsewhere. As for the lyrics, they say the well-documented similarities have also been in other breakup songs, such as a 2011 track by Justin Bieber: “That Should Be Me is a breakup song that also refers to flowers, holding hands, taking an ex-lover places, and talking for hours,” her attorneys write.

Miley’s lawyers also make another notable argument: That “Flowers” is shielded by copyright’s fair use doctrine, which allows for the re-use of protected material in a way that criticizes or comments on the earlier work. Though they say Cyrus and the other co-writers continue to “strenuously deny” any connection to “When I Was Your Man,” they argue that such artistic intent is irrelevant.

“Fair use … instead considers whether a reasonable observer could interpret Flowers as commenting on Man,” her lawyers write. “Even plaintiff acknowledges that Flowers’ upbeat lyrics have been perceived as responding to Man’s despondent lyrics.”

Cyrus previously moved to dismiss the case on procedural grounds, arguing that Tempo lacked the legal standing to file it in the first place. But that motion was denied last year, allowing the case to move ahead to this week’s more substantive arguments over similarities.

An attorney for Tempo did not immediately return a request for comment. The company will file its own response to the motion next month.

Sublime has inked a partnership with Atlantic Records, following a record-breaking independent radio run that saw the band spend eight consecutive weeks at No. 1 on Billboard’s Alternative Airplay chart with “Ensenada.”

The Southern California trio — Bud Gaugh, Eric Wilson and frontman Jakob Nowell — will release its first full-length album with Nowell later this year. The deal follows the band’s decision to independently release recent singles through Sublime Recordings, in partnership with Regime Music Group, while maintaining ownership of their masters and handling marketing and radio promotion internally.

That strategy delivered measurable results. “Ensenada,” released independently and branded under Nowell’s SVNBVRNT venture, spent eight consecutive weeks at No. 1 on Billboard’s Alternative Airplay chart, becoming the longest-running No. 1 on alternative radio in 2025 and surpassing the band’s previous benchmark set by “What I Got,” which held the top spot for three weeks.

Prior to that, “Feel Like That,” a collaboration with Stick Figure, logged eight weeks in the Top 10 on Alternative Airplay.

According to manager Kevin Zinger, the band’s independent approach was intentional from the outset.

“When Sublime began releasing new music, I sat down with the band and our team at Regime and we made a very intentional decision to release the first few singles ourselves. Between our label division at Regime and Joe Escalante’s past experience owning Kung Fu Records, we had the infrastructure in place. Most importantly, we wanted the band to stay in control of their music.

The band put tremendous trust in us, and we weren’t going to let them down. There was no additional financial upside for us in taking on the extra work as the label — nor were we looking for one. When ‘Ensenada’ hit #1 at Alternative radio, that was more than enough reward. It was a defining moment for all of us and Sublime’s legacy.

That success brought a wave of calls about the album’s future. Truthfully, I never assumed we would end up at a major label. But we took the meetings. Before sitting down with anyone, we had already outlined what a partnership would need to look like. After meeting with Atlantic, we all walked out knowing we had found the right home. The passion, the energy, and the commitment Johnny, Chris, Elliot, and the entire team showed made it clear — this was the right place for the next chapter of Sublime.”

Frontman Jakob Nowell addressed the signing in characteristically irreverent fashion, saying: “Atlantic told us that if we signed with them they would pay for my experimental cosmetic surgery to have the body of a goat and the head of a goat.”

He added, “They seem like real straight shooters, and their office has bowls of Halloween candy dated March of last year, but it still tasted fine to me. We’re gonna change California music history or die trying.”

Drummer Bud Gaugh reflected on the label’s legacy, adding: “You have no idea how many records I had growing up as a kid watching them spin around and around with the Atlantic Records label on them. Everything from AC/DC to Zeppelin, and so many others! I am beyond excited to announce this partnership with Atlantic Records and Sublime!! So Get Ready! Here comes some new stuff for your ears to hears!”

Bassist Eric Wilson said of the partnership: “So great to partner with Atlantic Records finally! I’m excited about our new album; it truly is an organic Sublime album…can’t wait for people to hear it.”

Joe Escalante, who co-manages the band alongside Zinger, emphasized that the move ultimately came down to alignment rather than leverage.

“Working with Sublime again feels like coming home. I was there in the early days, so helping guide this new chapter means a lot to me personally. It’s also special to be reunited with Kevin Zinger — we’ve shared a long history with this band and this music.

As things came together, we had plenty of opportunities, but it ultimately came down to people. After meeting with Atlantic, we all looked at each other and knew — these are the people. There’s real respect for Sublime’s legacy and real belief in where they’re going next. I’m excited for what we’re building together.”

From the label side, Atlantic’s Johnny Minardi said: “Sublime’s impact on music and culture is undeniable, and this next chapter carries the same fearless punk rock ethos that made them iconic. They have been one of my all-time favorite bands, so this is a defining moment for me personally. We’re honored they chose Atlantic Records to help drive this new era forward.”

Founded in Long Beach in 1988 by Wilson, Gaugh and the late Bradley Nowell, Sublime’s 1996 self-titled album went 5x Platinum and has driven more than 18 million RIAA-certified album sales. A new era began in late 2023 when Bradley’s son Jakob joined the original members onstage, leading to high-profile reunion performances including Coachella 2024.

In 2026, the band will celebrate the 30th anniversary of its self-titled album with two nights at Red Rocks Amphitheatre (April 17-18) and launch its own touring festival brand, Sublime Me Gusta, debuting May 9 in Fort Worth, Texas.