Pop-rap star Doja Cat and alt-R&B phenomenon SZA have teamed up for another collaboration, “Take Me Dancing.” The slick groove, produced by Jack Antonoff, Gavin Bennett and Y2K, appears on Doja Cat’s fifth album,Vie, out today (Sept. 26) via Kemosabe Records/RCA Records. On “Take Me Dancing,” Doja Cat and SZA sing of a romance that
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Longtime collaborators Tiara Thomas and H.E.R. have joined forces for a new song, “Move,” out now via ONErpm. The two Oscar and Grammy winners co-wrote the track, with production by Non Native and Luis Bordeaux. “Move” is a downtempo anthem laden with encouraging lyrics about setting boundaries and walking away from people and spaces that
Kevin Ross is on a mission. “My job is not to show you how well I can sing, write, or produce a song. My job is to show you how indie R&B is supposed to be done, what matters and what doesn’t,” the singer-songwriter and producer tells Rated R&B over a video call. It’s early
Alt-R&B newcomer 646yf4t (pronounced “babyfat”) gravitates toward process over product. The self-described chronic thinker flourishes by allowing the unknown to guide his creative process. That force is what led to his debut EP, Growing Pains, released on Aug. 22 via Sincerely Yours. “I’ve always had this idea that words and sentiments are more special before
Grammy-nominated singer and songwriter Keri Hilson has releasedWe Need To Talk: DRAMA, the second installment of her three-act album. DRAMApicks up whereLOVEleft off. As the title suggests,DRAMAaddresses the chaotic side of romance. The opening track, “Drama – Intelude,” sets the scene for part two. Hilson calls her lover to confront him about cheating after she
Grammy-nominated R&B veteran Mario has unveiled the dates for his Nothing But Us Tour: An Intimate Night With Mario. The 13-city tour kicks off Nov. 13 at The National in Richmond, Virginia. From there, the “Let Me Love You” singer will visit Philadelphia, New York, Atlanta and more before concluding Dec. 9 in Los Angeles.
Mariah The Scientist is heading back on the road. The R&B sensation has revealed the dates for her headliningHearts Sold Separately Tour. The 36-city international tour kicks off Jan. 12, 2026, in Paris at Salle Pleyel. From there, Mariah The Scientist will visit Manchester, London, Miami Beach, Washington, D.C., Philadelphia, Toronto, Chicago and more. The
Keith Sweat has unveiled the dates forThe R&B Lovers Tourwith fellow R&B crooners Joe, Dru Hill and Ginuwine. Promoted by North American Entertainment Group, the “grown and sexy tour” kicks off Feb. 13, 2026, in Norfolk, Virginia, at Scope Arena. From there, the R&B gents will make stops in Atlantic City, Birmingham, Charlotte, Orlando, Baltimore,
Platinum-selling singer Queen Naija has returned with “Rain…,” her first single of 2025. It was co-produced by Cardiak, Wu10 and Poo Bear. Over a Prince-inspired backdrop, Naija is drenched in a downpour of passion, craving more soul-snatching action with her partner. “The way that my body tremblin’, you think you gotta call the ambulance /
Josh Levi puts his heart on the line in his new single “Hold On.” Over an atmospheric backdrop, driven by syncopated snares reminiscent of a Timbaland production, Levi finds himself in a vulnerable position as a love interest he pursues seems to be distracted by others. Instead of giving up, he seeks clarity amid the
Mario is ready to love out loud in his new single “Nobody But Us,” out via New Citizen/EMPIRE. Produced by Dre Moon (Beyoncé, Chris Brown, The Weeknd), “Nobody But Us” is a passionate banger where Mario pledges his heart to a love interest while shrugging off naysayers. “Let you max it out, that’s how I
Sevyn Streeter has returned with “Assumptions,” her first solo single in two years. The B.A.M.-produced track carries the DNA of a 2000s Neptunes production, with syncopated drum kicks paired with metallic synths. Lyrically, the song expresses the desire for understanding in a complicated relationship instead of jumping to conclusions. “I’m not here to make assumptions
Elmiene may not be ready to serve his debut album just yet, but that isn’t stopping the rising singer from keeping his growing fan base fed. The British-Sudanese artist has released his new mixtape, Heat The Streets, via Polydor/Def Jam Recordings. The 12-track offering, preceded by “Useless (Without You),” includes a few interludes — impromptu
Charlie Wilson has nabbed another top 10 hit on Billboard’s Adult R&B Airplay chart with “Keep Me In Love.” The hearty track, co-produced by Emile Ghantous and Wilson, rises from No. 13 to No. 10 in its eighth week on the chart, led by Chris Brown’s “Residuals.” “Keep Me In Love” marks Wilson’s 17th visit
Mariah The Scientist has achieved her first chart-topping album on Billboard withHearts Sold Separately The singer-songwriter’s fourth album opens at No. 1 on the Top R&B Albums chart dated Sept. 6. According to Hits Daily Double, Hearts Sold Separately — released Aug. 22 via Epic Records — sold 36,855 equivalent units in its first week,
Fallon King, eponymously known as FALLON, isn’t holding back on her new single “Hate You.” On the Harv (Mariah Carey, Justin Bieber) production, FALLON’s pillow-soft vocals deliver razor-sharp lyrics to an ex who wronged her. “I regret the day I met you / Everything we had, you / Took everything I gave you / I
R&B newcomer Isaiah Falls has joined forces with SiR for his new single “Brown Sugah.” On the suave track, the R&B gents show their admiration for Black and Brown women, steeped in intimate desire. “That Florida sun do miracles for your skin / Florida water is dangerous, girl, can you swim? / Take a dip
Grammy-winning producer Camper has enlisted Jill Scott and Ty Dolla $ign for his new single “OOWEE.” On the hazy production, Jill and Ty’s distinctive voices fuse like a euphoria-inducing hybrid strain, as they float in a romance enhanced by marijuana. “I’m just tryna smoke, she tryna get me out my t-shirt / I was just
Grammy-winning R&B star Miguel has released his new single “New Martyrs (Ride 4 U).” Recalling his Kaleidoscope Dreamera, the self-penned and produced track is a meditation on love and resistance, both personally and amid systemic inequality. In one sense, he asks a love interest if she will be a ride-or-die, while also asserting, “The love
Leon Thomas has teamed up with fellow singer-songwriters Muni Long and Marsha Ambrosius for the remix of his single “Yes It Is.” The revamped version of the yearning ballad features a fresh verse from Long, with additional background vocals by Ambrosius. Long appears in the second verse, where she tells off a vindictive ex. “Now