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Halsey, also known as Ashley Nicolette Frangipane, is a singer-songwriter and actress who gained attention through social media. At 17, she began writing music and became known for her parody of Taylor Swift's "I Knew You Were Trouble." Halsey chose her stage name as an anagram of her first name and a reference to the Halsey Street station of the New York City Subway in Brooklyn.

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The performance was a part of J Balvin's UFO-themed set, which featured an inflatable spaceship and dancers dressed as aliens. Smith's appearance was brief but memorable, as he performed the "Men in Black" theme song alongside Balvin, ending the cosmic boogie with the flash of a neuralyzer, the memory-wiping gadget from the film franchise. 

 
 

 

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Doja Cat's Coachella performance was nothing short of a cultural highlight, probably one in a decades type of performance, a spectacle that redefined what it means to command a stage. The 28-year-old rapper, whose real name is Amala Ratna Zandile Dlamini, delivered a set that was both a visual feast and a testament to her artistic evolution.

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Kesha's decision to distance herself from(puffy) Combs is not new. Last year, during a performance on her Only Love tour, she modified the same line to "Wake up in the morning feeling just like me," effectively removing Diddy's name following a lawsuit settlement involving singer Cassie Ventura and Combs. The alteration was seen as a stand against association with individuals facing such serious allegations.

The landscape of music in the USA is a vibrant tapestry woven with the threads of diverse genres, talented artists, and passionate audiences. At the forefront of this musical journey are the Billboard charts, serving as a barometer of popularity and success. These charts, encompassing various categories like Hot 100, Billboard 200, and genre-specific charts, offer a glimpse into the pulse of American music consumption.

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Coachella's opening weekend witnessed an electrifying surprise as Shakira graced the stage during Bizarrap's set on Friday evening, sending fans into a frenzy of excitement. The Colombian superstar not only thrilled the crowd with her unexpected appearance but also made a major announcement: she's embarking on a global tour later this year.

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