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| | Beyonce Knowles Debuts 'Best Thing I Never Had' | | Added 13 years ago | Source: Celebrity Gossip |
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Continuing to provide her fans with tasty tidbits from her forthcoming album 4, Beyonce Knowles has released a new single.
The ?Single Ladies (Put a Ring On It)? songstress unveiled ?Best Thing I Never Had,? and it?s a really great tune.
?Best Thing I Never Had? was written by Kenneth ?Babyface? Edmonds and will definitely appeal to anyone who has been brokenhearted.
The chorus states, ?I wanted you back, I?m so through with that/ Cuz honestly you turned out to be/ The best thing I never had/ You turned out to be/ The best thing I never had/ I?m gonna always be/ The best thing you?d never had.?
Beyonce - Best Thing I Never Had (2011)
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| | Did Beyonce copy her Billboard performance from an Italian pop artist? | | Added 13 years ago | Source: CeleBitchy |
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On Monday, when we were recapping the Billboard Music Awards, I put up the video of Beyonce?s tribute, as well as her performance of her new single ?Run the World (Girls)?. While I?m still not a fan of the song, I thought the performance was pretty decent (my problem was that the people paying tribute to Beyonce made her sound like Nelson Mandela, which she?s not). Anyway, soon after Beyonce?s performance, some people were like ?Hey, that junk looks kind of familiar.? It turns out that Beyonce kind of hijacked (?stole?) the concept of the of the performance - SOME say - from an Italian pop artist named Lorella Cuccerini. For reference, here is Beyonce?s Billboard performance:
And here?s a YouTube side-by-side comparison of Bey?s performance with a 2010 performance by Lorella Cuccerini:
They are similar. Similar in visual concept, similar in approach, and they give the same vibe. But I wouldn?t call it an outright copy or theft. Except for the wing thing. The wing parts on both videos - yeah, Bey jacked that.
Anyway, AOL Music got an exclusive quote from Bey about the accusations that she?s unoriginal. Beyonce cops to knowing who Lorella is, and being familiar with the 2010 performance:
When Beyonce took to the stage at the 2011 Billboard Music Awards this past Sunday (May 22), she gave what was, quite possibly, the performance of her lifetime. It certainly ranks up there among the most memorable in the award show’s history. Honored with the Billboard Millennium Award, Beyonce performed her current single, ‘Run the World (Girls)’ while dancing and interacting with high-tech video projections synced behind her.
Indeed, the word “epic” comes to mind, as it was a dazzling marriage of choreography and technology, the likes of which have rarely been seen on live television. However, some have argued that the word “groundbreaking” might be misleading — Beyonce’s performance may have been unique in its execution, but the basic idea actually came from a performance by Italian pop singer Lorella Cuccerini in 2010. The visuals, dancing and even sequencing are remarkably similar at points. That’s no coincidence, nor is it a rip-off. Rather, Beyonce acknowledges the direct influence.
“My makeup artist showed me the performance of Lorella Cuccarini a year ago, and it inspired me so much,” Beyonce tells AOL Music, exclusively. “I then met with the talented people who worked on it. The technology and concept were so genius. Thank god for YouTube or I would have never been exposed to something so inspiring. I never worked so hard on anything in my life as that performance for the Billboard Awards.”
Naturally, YouTube is now flooded with side-by-side comparisons of the two performances and, yes, it is fascinating to see how ideas can evolve from one creative entity to the next. But whereas critics are quick to point out influences, musicians are more prone to identify them as inspiration. In turn, Beyonce’s performance will now, no doubt, “influence” other artists at future award shows. For proof, check back next year. And that, of course, is exactly why Beyonce is a Billboard Millennium Award recipient.
[From AOL Music]
Well, at least Beyonce is gracious about it and she didn?t try to pull the old ?OMG, it?s original, I?m original, STFU!!? I tend to think that Beyonce was truly inspired by the 2010 performance and tried to come up with her own Beyonce-flavored version, using the 2010 performance as an inspiration.
By the way, Bey?s face still looks ?different? to me. I still can?t put my finger on exactly what?s ?off? though.
Photos courtesy of WENN.
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| | Beyonce's "Till the End of Time": Listen Now! | | Added 13 years ago | Source: Celebrity Gossip |
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She?s been hard at work on her forthcoming album and, at last, Beyonc 's new song ?Till the End of Time? has been released.
With the full album due out on June 28, the ?Single Ladies? bombshell never ceases to amaze and this song is no exception.
And last night, Beyonce was presented with the Billboard Millennium Award by her mother, Tina Knowles.
She also received praise from a handful of stars including First Lady Michelle Obama, Lady Gaga, The Dream, Bono, Babyface, Stevie Wonder, her sister Solange and her son Daniel.
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| | Beyonce Honored with Billboard Millennium Award | | Added 13 years ago | Source: Celebrity Gossip |
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Getting a big salute for her successful career efforts, Beyonce Knowles was doted with the Billboard Millennium Award at the 2011 Billboard Music Awards on Sunday night (May 22).
The "Run the World (Girls)" singer was honored with quite the tribute - as her mother, Tina Knowles, took the stage to present her daughter with the accolade at the MGM Grand held show.
The Billboard Millennium Award was presented in recognition of Beyonce's career achievements and influence in the music industry.
Among the memorable moments, the tribute looked back upon Miss Knowles' role as the frontwoman of Destiny's Child through her three chart-topping solo albums.
Prior to receiving the Millennium Award, Beyonce graced the stage to perform her hit single "Run the World (Girls)".
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| | Beyonce in vinyl (?) Emilio Pucci at the Met Gala: ridiculous or meh? | | Added 13 years ago | Source: CeleBitchy |
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Beyonce brought along Jay-Z for last night?s Met Gala, and as it turns out, Beyonce needed all the support she could get. This too-tight, nipple-grazing (I don?t even know how to describe it) Emilio Pucci dress was not a fashion ?win? for Beyonce, considering that she couldn?t even get up the stairs (according to sources). Also, according to The Cut (via ONTD), Beyonce and Jay were BOOED because they didn?t pose for photos for long enough, although that story seems apocryphal considering every photo agency got decent shots of them. Apparently, they only posed for a few seconds and then trotted away from photographers, only to be waylaid by her mortal enemy, stairs.
As for the Pucci dress? meh. I think it?s tacky-looking. I?m not a gold-on-black (vinyl?) hater in general, but put all of the elements of this dress together, and it?s a catastrophe. The nipple-grazing, the too-tight bodice, the mermaid skirt? all of it just ridic.
Jay looks alright though. But I like a man in a white dinner jacket.
Photos courtesy of Fame & WENN.
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| | Beyonce Knowles & Jay-Z: Met Ball Lovers | | Added 13 years ago | Source: Celebrity Gossip |
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They?re always up for a high-profile shindig, and last night (May 2) Beyonce Knowles and Jay-Z were spotted at the Costume Institute Gala?s Met Ball.
The ?Rule the World (Girls)? songstress and her ?Empire State of Mind? rapper hubby arrived at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City for the ?Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty? soiree and they both looked fabulous.
Beyonce donned an Emilio Pucci getup complete with gold embroidery and jet paillettes, while Jay opted for a black & cream tuxedo.
?Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty? acted as a tribute to the late designer with the opening of an exhibit featuring a number of his most fabulous creations, as curator Andrew Bolton said, "It?s meant to evoke a gothic fairy tale."
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They?ve been enjoying some well-deserved down time in Paris, France as of late, and earlier today (April 26) Beyonce Knowles and Jay-Z were spotted gearing up to catch an outbound flight.
The ?Crazy in Love? songstress looked cute and casual as she made her way out of Le Meurice Hotel and headed off to the airport.
Once at Charles De Gaulle International Airport, Beyonce and Jay-Z made their way though the terminal and eased through the security checkpoint.
In career news, Beyonce is said to be gearing up for a duet with Rihanna. An insider told press, "Rihanna has wanted to work with Beyonce for some time now and, after talking about a duet at this year's Grammys, they have finally managed to set aside some time to record together.?
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| | Beyonce & Jay-Z's Romantic Parisian Stroll | | Added 13 years ago | Source: Celebrity Gossip |
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Taking a romantic stroll after grabbing a lunchtime bite to eat, Beyonce Knowles and Jay-Z were spotted back out together in Paris, France earlier today (April 25).
The power couple couldn't seem to keep their hands off of one another as they smiled and chatted during their loved-up midday walk.
Contrary to the recent buzz, the one thing the musical superstars won't be partaking in while on their European trip is performing at the Royal Wedding.
Rumors claimed that Prince William and princess-to-be Kate Middleton had personally requested their talents for their upcoming nuptials, but Buckingham Palace reps have revealed that "they are not performing."
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| | Beyonce's Parisian fashions: cute or busted' | | Added 13 years ago | Source: CeleBitchy |
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As we saw last week, Beyonce and Jay-Z have been in Paris, for reasons unknown. I think part of their visit was so that Beyonce could be photographed for some fashion magazine, but for the most part, Bey and Jay have just been getting pap?d, happily. Considering they historically don?t enjoy being pap?d - especially when they?re together - I tend to think Beyonce is just gearing up to promote her album, and it helps to have some goodwill.
Another theory - Beyonce and Jay are in the general area of London, because one or both of them was invited to perform in some capacity at the royal wedding. That?s what some of the British tabloids are saying, although the rumor just got shut down. It wouldn?t be impossible - Prince William is said to enjoy Jay, Beyonce and Kanye West. But William wouldn?t book them for his wedding, would he?
Anyway, these are some photos from Beyonce and Jay?s Paris tour. The pics of Beyonce is the fuchsia and black number are from her magazine shoot. Everything else is just Bey?s sketchy style. The polka-dotted Mad Men-inspired number is especially hideous, and whatever is happening to Bey?s sideboob in the black jumpsuit is just WRONG.
Photos courtesy of Fame.
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| | Beyonce Slips A Little Sideboob | | Added 13 years ago | Source: HollywoodTuna |
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You would think that pictures of Beyonce in overalls would be completely awful, and you’d be right on most days, but today seems to be special. Here she is flashing more than just a smile in her sexy one piece. Sideboob shots can sometimes be sort of weird looking, like a fat dude on a
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