From chart-topping triumphs to courtroom drama, this week in top music news has delivered headlines that are shaking the industry. Here’s a breakdown of the biggest stories making waves across music, pop culture, and beyond.
🎤 Kendrick Lamar, Doechii, and Drake Lead 2025 BET Award Nominations
The 2025 BET Awards nominations have been announced, with Kendrick Lamar leading the pack with ten nods. Doechii, Drake, Future, and GloRilla follow closely, each securing six nominations. The awards ceremony is set to take place on June 9, 2025, at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, celebrating achievements in music, television, film, and sports.
👶 A$AP Rocky and Rihanna Expecting Third Child
A$AP Rocky and Rihanna have shared the joyful news of expecting their third child. While the couple has not disclosed the baby’s name, A$AP Rocky hinted that the name will start with the letter ‘R,’ continuing the tradition set by their first two children, RZA and Riot Rose.
💸 SZA Reveals She Owes Beyoncé Money Over ‘SOS’ Song
SZA recently revealed that she owes Beyoncé a significant portion of the publishing rights for her hit song “SOS.” The track interpolates Beyoncé’s 2006 song “Listen” from the Dreamgirls soundtrack. Despite this, Beyoncé has never asked for payment, with SZA referring to her as a “generous queen.”
⚖️ Smokey Robinson Faces Sexual Assault Lawsuit
Motown legend Smokey Robinson is facing a $50 million lawsuit filed by four former housekeepers who allege sexual assault and misconduct spanning nearly two decades. The plaintiffs claim that Robinson’s wife, Frances Gladney, was aware of the abuse. Robinson has denied the allegations, with his attorney describing the lawsuit as an attempt to extract money from an American icon.
🧑⚖️ Sean Combs Admits to ‘Domestic Violence’ Amid Trial
Sean “Diddy” Combs’ legal team has admitted in court that he engaged in “domestic violence” during his relationship with singer Cassie Ventura. This admission comes as Combs faces a federal trial on charges including racketeering and sex trafficking. Jury selection has been delayed amid concerns over potential juror bias due to leaked footage showing Combs assaulting Ventura in 2016.
Stay tuned for more updates on these stories and other developments in the music industry.
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