Megan Thee Stallion, born Megan Pete in 1995 in Houston, Texas, has emerged as a dominant force in modern rap music, celebrated for her assertive flow and sexually explicit lyrics. Raised by her mother, rapper Holly-Wood (Holly Thomas), Megan was immersed in the music of Southern rap legends like Three 6 Mafia and Pimp C from a tender age. By 14, she was crafting her own raps, but it wasn't until her social media videos went viral that she started making significant strides in the industry. Her initial success was marked by victories in local freestyle competitions and her debut single, "Like a Stallion," released in 2016. Megan's mixtape, Rich Ratchet (2016), along with singles "Pull Up Late" and "Stalli (Freestyle)" in 2017, showcased her burgeoning talent, with the latter's video amassing millions of views. The release of the seven-track EP Make It Hot that same year, and its subsequent "chopped" remix version, further cemented her growing reputation. A pivotal moment came in 2018 when she signed with 300 Entertainment, leading to the release of Tina Snow. This project featured a collaboration with Memphis rapper Moneybagg Yo and highlighted Megan's refined production and lyrical finesse, with the single "Big Ole Freak" becoming viral.
2019 saw the release of Fever, featuring Juicy J and DaBaby, which ascended to number ten on the Billboard 200, marking Megan's climb in the rap scene. Her contributions to the Birds of Prey soundtrack with "Diamonds," in collaboration with Normani in 2020, preceded a string of hits. Notably, "Savage" and its Beyoncé-featuring remix from the EP Suga, and her collaboration on Cardi B's "WAP," turned into cultural phenomena, with "WAP" dubbed the "song of the summer" in 2020.
Good News, Megan's debut studio album released in November 2020, served as a showcase of her artistry, featuring themes of sex, wealth, and power, and collaborations with artists like SZA and City Girls. The album peaked at number two on the Billboard charts. In 2021, Megan expressed her gratitude to her fans with Something for Thee Hotties, a compilation of freestyles and unreleased tracks, which reached the top five on the charts.
Continuing her collaborative efforts into 2022, Megan released singles such as "Lick" with Shenseea and "Sweetest Pie" with Dua Lipa, alongside "Plan B," which climbed into the top ten on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart. Her third album, Traumazine, delved into themes of trauma and resilience, featuring a wide range of guest artists and underlining Megan Thee Stallion's status not just as a hitmaker but as an artist willing to explore deep personal and emotional landscapes.
In January 2024, Megan Thee Stallion's single "Hiss" shot to the top of the Billboard Hot 100, igniting a widely publicized feud with Nicki Minaj. Amidst the tensions, Megan confidently announced her Hot Girl Summer Tour 2024, featuring an extensive list of international dates and festival appearances, highlighting her enduring global appeal and the anticipation surrounding her future musical projects. Glorilla is set to join the Hot Girl Summer Tour.
Bonnaroo 2024 at Tennessee's Bonnaroo Farm, June 13-16, headlines Red Hot Chili Peppers, Post Malone, and Fred Again.., spanning rock, hip-hop, and EDM.
On December 22nd, 'New Music Friday' features Megan Thee Stallion's 'Pussy Don't Lie,' Eminem and Juice WRLD's collaboration in 'Lace It,' Central Cee's 'Entrapreneur,' and AJ Tracey's latest 'Wifey Riddim 4,' highlighting the day's diverse list.
In "Dua Lipa: At Your Service," host Dua Lipa delves into topics ranging from spirituality and human rights to music and fashion, engaging with iconic guests like Elton John, Billie Eilish, and Nobel laureate Nadia Murad for a listening experience that is as enlightening as it is entertaining.
On December 15th, 'New Music Friday' showcases an eclectic mix of music from a diverse array of artists. The day is marked by Karol G's vibrant "Que Chimba De Vida," Lil Baby's introspective "Crazy," and the dynamic collaboration of Reneé Rapp and Megan Thee Stallion in "Not My Fault." Chris Grey's emotive "CHAPTER III: ALWAYS" EP and Omarion's soulful "Full Circle: Sonic Book Two"
Season 1 of "Dua Lipa: At Your Service" features Dua Lipa in conversation with notable figures including Elton John, Edward Enninful, Amal Clooney, Riz Ahmed, Olivier Rousteing, Russell Brand, and Bowen Yang, offering listeners insights into diverse realms spanning music, fashion, human rights, film, and comedy.
From breaking records on the world stage to capturing it all on film, Beyoncé's Renaissance Tour is set to make waves once again. This December, experience the tour that grossed $579 million and captivated 2.7 million fans, like never before, through the lens of a cinematic masterpiece.
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