Released in 2005 as part of the album Monkey Business, Pump It became one of the group’s most recognizable hits. The track samples Dick Dale’s version of Misirlou and later peaked at No. 18 on the Billboard Hot 100. Its high-energy sound also helped make it a regular part of the group’s live performances, including their 2011 Super Bowl halftime show.

Pump It now joins Where Is the Love?, My Humps and RITMO, the group’s collaboration with J Balvin, among Black Eyed Peas videos that have crossed 1 billion YouTube views.

The song has also remained active through later updates and remixes. Those include Pump It Harder and Tiësto’s Pump It Louder, helping introduce the track to newer audiences while extending its life well beyond its original release.

In a social media post following Shyne’s comments, 50 Cent praised his former rival’s growth and acknowledged the direction his life has taken. He also suggested that he could visit Belize when his schedule allows.

Shyne said the reconciliation fits with the role he now sees for himself as an elder statesman in hip-hop. He explained that he has tried to extend olive branches to people with whom he previously had disagreements.

The history between the two artists dates back to the early 2000s, when they exchanged insults and diss records. Shyne answered one of 50 Cent’s attacks with the 2004 track For the Record, and the tension continued for years.

Their recent meeting marks a calmer chapter for two figures whose careers have moved far beyond their original conflict.

Questlove said his perfectionism has played a role in the delays, while Black Thought explained that the group is now narrowing down the songs. The album is also expected to include guest appearances, although no names have been confirmed.

The conversation also revisited The Roots’ 2003 Grammy performance with Eminem, when they joined him for Lose Yourself. Questlove described that period as an important stage in the group’s rise, following years of touring and collaboration.

The reflections highlight how The Roots have balanced live performance, experimentation, and longevity while continuing to work on new music more than three decades into their career.

Billboard highlighted the achievement as another major moment for the collaboration, which arrived on May 23 and gained worldwide attention throughout the World Cup. The track blends Shakira’s Latin pop style with Burna Boy’s Afrobeats sound, bringing the two artists together for one of the year’s biggest international releases.

The pair performed Dai Dai during the World Cup opening ceremony in Mexico City and later appeared with the song during the tournament’s final halftime show.

The billion-view milestone also expands Shakira’s long-running presence on YouTube. Dai Dai becomes her 10th music video to pass 1 billion views on the platform.

For Burna Boy, the achievement adds another global milestone to a career that has helped bring Afrobeats to audiences around the world.

The figures compiled for the ranking also highlight the strength of BTS, whose stadium performances have generated major grosses in several cities. At Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, BTS earned $49.5 million from four 2026 concerts attended by roughly 246,000 fans.

Beyoncé posted some of the largest totals on the list. Her five 2025 shows at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles grossed $55.7 million and drew about 217,000 attendees. George Strait, meanwhile, remains a major force in country music stadium touring, leading the results at venues including AT&T Stadium and Arrowhead Stadium.

Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour is largely absent because show-by-show data from the tour was not submitted for inclusion, despite its record-setting worldwide success.

The reveal followed several social media teasers from Maluma, including clips that hinted at a mystery collaborator before Shakira was officially confirmed. Early previews suggest Agua will feature a lively, rhythm-driven sound with tropical influences, adding another entry to the pair’s shared catalog.

Shakira and Maluma have previously worked together on songs including Chantaje, Trap, and Clandestino. Their collaborations have blended pop, Latin, and urban styles while reaching audiences across multiple markets.

Agua marks their first new song together in several years. Both artists have remained active with separate releases and performances, making the reunion a notable moment for fans who have followed their earlier work. More details about the song and its accompanying visuals are expected to emerge around the release.

The announcement confirms her first full studio album since Chilombo arrived in March 2020. In recent months, Aiko has shared details about the influences behind the new project, pointing to 1990s music, California culture, West Coast car culture, surfing, beaches and road trips as part of its creative backdrop.

The Westside Whimsy name had already surfaced earlier in 2026 through projects connected with the singer, giving fans an early indication of the direction she was developing.

A full tracklist and details about possible featured artists had not been announced at the time of the reveal. Aiko’s previous album, Chilombo, reached No. 2 on the Billboard 200 and received three Grammy nominations.

In a social media post shared for the anniversary, Timberlake looked back on the 2006 album with archival photos and memories from that period. He described the project as life-changing and reflected on the creative process behind it.

Released as his second solo studio album, FutureSex/LoveSounds pushed Timberlake further into electronic pop, R&B and funk. Much of the record was created with producers Timbaland and Danja, helping shape a sound that stood apart from his earlier work.

The album became a major commercial success, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard 200. It also produced three Hot 100 chart-toppers: SexyBack, My Love and What Goes Around… Comes Around.

Two decades later, the anniversary highlights a key moment in Timberlake’s transition from boy-band star to established solo artist.

The newly announced run will feature Wonder performing his landmark 1976 album in full at every stop. The tour begins October 13 in Birmingham, England, before moving through cities including Paris, Copenhagen, Oslo, Stockholm, Amsterdam, Dublin, London and Glasgow.

The U.S. leg starts November 19 at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Additional concerts are scheduled for Chicago, Washington, D.C., and Detroit, with two nights planned at Detroit’s Fox Theatre. The tour is set to close December 19 at the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles.

Songs in the Key of Life includes well-known tracks such as I Wish, Sir Duke, Isn’t She Lovely and As. The album earned Wonder the Grammy Award for Album of the Year and was later added to the National Recording Registry.

The anniversary tour marks Wonder’s first official tour since his 2024 concert run.

The update surfaced through a recent exchange on her private Instagram account, where she responded to a fan asking about her return to the studio. She also shared a brief clip of unreleased music, offering a small preview without revealing a song title, album name, or exact release date.

SZA’s last major era was built around SOS and its expanded Lana edition, while recent years have also included collaborations, touring, and high-profile work with Kendrick Lamar.

For now, details remain limited. There has been no formal announcement confirming whether the winter release will be a full album, a single, or another project.

Still, the message gives fans a clear timeline to watch. SZA appears ready to release new material during winter 2026, with more information expected as the season gets closer.