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You Can Make It
"You Can Make It" is a gospel hip hop song by rapper Will Smith featuring singer Fridayy and the Sunday Service Choir, released on June 28, 2024. Smith debuted the song in his debut performance at the BET Awards, alongside the choir and gospel singers Chandler Moore and Kirk Franklin. It is his first single since appearing on the Joyner Lucas tribute track "Will" in 2020. The song's lyrics aim to inspire the listener to hold on amid great adversity. Smith hinted on Instagram that this song might be from a forthcoming album called ''Based on a True Story Based on a True Story may refer to: Albums * '' Based on a T.R.U. Story'', by 2 Chainz, 2012 * '' Based on a True Story...'', by Blake Shelton, 2013 * ''Based on a True Story'' (The Del-Lords album), 1988 * ''Based on a True Story'' (Fat Freddy' ...'', which was the final phrase in his BET Awards performance. Charts Weekly charts References {{2020s-hiphop-song-stub Will Smith songs 2024 songs ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Will Smith
Willard Carroll Smith II (born September 25, 1968) is an American actor, rapper, and film producer. Known for his work in both Will Smith filmography, the screen and Will Smith discography, music industries, List of awards and nominations received by Will Smith, his accolades include an Academy Award, a Golden Globe Award, a British Academy Film Awards, BAFTA Award, and four Grammy Awards. Films in which he has appeared in have grossed over $10 billion worldwide, making him one of Hollywood's most bankable stars. Smith first gained recognition as part of DJ Jazzy Jeff & the Fresh Prince, a hip hop duo with DJ Jazzy Jeff, with whom he released five studio albums which contained five Billboard Hot 100, ''Billboard'' Hot 100-top 20 singles—"Parents Just Don't Understand", "A Nightmare on My Street", "Summertime (DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince song), Summertime", "Ring My Bell (DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince song), Ring My Bell", and "Boom! Shake the Room"—from 1985 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Fridayy
Francis Leblanc, known professionally as Fridayy, is a Haitian-American singer, songwriter, and record producer from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In 2022, he signed with Def Jam Recordings and guest performed on the hit songs "Forever" by Lil Baby and the title track of DJ Khaled's album '' God Did'' (2022). Both songs peaked within the top 20 of the US ''Billboard'' Hot 100, while the latter was nominated for three Grammy Awards. His 2023 single, "When It Comes to You", marked his first entry on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100 as a lead artist and received platinum certification by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). Early life Growing up with his parents Leblanc started playing instruments including piano, bass, and guitar at the age of 6. His father is a pastor and he credits his passion for music to his days in the church sanctuary. Leblanc is of Haitian descent. Career Leblanc recognized his vocal abilities at a very young age: "I used to sing in church — p ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sunday Service Choir
The Sunday Service Choir (commonly referred as Sunday Service) is an American gospel group led by rapper Kanye West and conducted by choir director Jason White. Beginning in January 2019, and initially produced by Jack and Michael Skolnick, the group has performed every Sunday as well as on Friday, September 27, when West's album '' Jesus Is King'' was announced for release. Their debut album, '' Jesus Is Born'', was released three months later on Christmas Day in 2019. History In September 2018, West announced that his ninth studio album ''Yandhi'' would be released later in the month. He later postponed the date to November 2018 in order to record in Uganda. The album was postponed a second time in November with no set release date. On the first Sunday of 2019, West began the first "Sunday Service" rehearsal, where he performed gospel iterations of his discography and other songs with a choir group, The Samples and frequent collaborators like Tony Williams, Francis and the Lig ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Based On A True Story (Will Smith Album)
''Based on a True Story'' is the fifth studio album by American actor and rapper Will Smith. It was released on March 28, 2025, through Slang Recordings. This marks Smith's return to music after two decades since his 2005 album, ''Lost and Found''. The album features collaborations with Big Sean, Russ, Joyner Lucas, and Smith's own son, Jaden among others. Preceding its release are the singles " Beautiful Scars" (with Big Sean), "Work of Art" includes contributions from both Russ and Jaden and "Tantrum" (featuring Joyner Lucas). Background and promotion Will Smith announced his fifth studio album, ''Based on a True Story'', on Instagram, confirming its scheduled release for March 2025. Ahead of the album's launch, he introduced several singles, including the lead track, " Beautiful Scars", featuring rapper Big Sean, which debuted in late January 2025. The song's music video draws inspiration from the 1999 film ''The Matrix'', with Smith portraying Neo—a role he previously tu ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Gospel Hip Hop
Christian hip-hop (originally gospel rap, also known as Christian rap, gospel hip-hop or holy hip-hop) is a cross-genre of contemporary Christian music and hip-hop. It emerged from urban contemporary music and Christian media in the United States during the 1980s. Christian hip-hop music first emerged on record in 1982 with a track entitled "Jesus Christ (The Gospel Beat)" by Queens, New York artist McSweet. The first full-length Christian hip-hop album, ''Bible Break'', by Oklahoma artist Stephen Wiley, was released in 1985, with the title track becoming a hit on Christian radio in 1986. Other early Christian hip recording artists from the mid-1980s included P.I.D. (Preachas in Disguise), who recorded to funky rock rhythms, as well as JC & the Boys and Michael Peace. During the 1990s and 2000s, rapper KJ-52 rose to prominence in the field. Christian rock band DC Talk blended hip-hop and rock, and were successful in mainstream Christian music. All three band members have had s ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ayo The Producer
Austin Owens (November 7, 1988), professionally known as Ayo the Producer, is an American hip hop record producer, songwriter, and audio engineer. He is one half of Ayo N Keyz along with fellow producer Keyz. Ayo the Producer has worked with artists such as Chris Brown, Bryson Tiller, K Michelle, Armani White, Wiz Khalifa, Diddy, Rick Ross, and Cardi B. Early life Ayo was born on November 7, 1988, in Orlando, Florida. He met Keyzbaby in 2012; the duo produced the single "Let's Talk" by Omarion and Rick Ross William Leonard Roberts II (born January 28, 1976), known professionally as Rick Ross, is an American rapper. An influential figure in modern Hip-hop, hip hop music, Rick Ross has become known for his "Wiktionary:booming, booming" vocal perfor ... which became their first song placement as the duo Ayo N Keyz. Discography Recognition and awards References {{authority control 1988 births Living people American audio engineers American hip-hop record pr ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Gospel Hip Hop
Christian hip-hop (originally gospel rap, also known as Christian rap, gospel hip-hop or holy hip-hop) is a cross-genre of contemporary Christian music and hip-hop. It emerged from urban contemporary music and Christian media in the United States during the 1980s. Christian hip-hop music first emerged on record in 1982 with a track entitled "Jesus Christ (The Gospel Beat)" by Queens, New York artist McSweet. The first full-length Christian hip-hop album, ''Bible Break'', by Oklahoma artist Stephen Wiley, was released in 1985, with the title track becoming a hit on Christian radio in 1986. Other early Christian hip recording artists from the mid-1980s included P.I.D. (Preachas in Disguise), who recorded to funky rock rhythms, as well as JC & the Boys and Michael Peace. During the 1990s and 2000s, rapper KJ-52 rose to prominence in the field. Christian rock band DC Talk blended hip-hop and rock, and were successful in mainstream Christian music. All three band members have had s ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
BET Awards 2024
The 24th BET Awards took place on June 30, 2024, at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, California, to celebrate achievements in entertainment and honors music, sports, television, and movies. It was hosted for the third time by actress Taraji P. Henson. The nominations were announced on May 16. Canadian rapper Drake received the most nominations with seven, followed by Nicki Minaj with six, J. Cole, Sexyy Red, SZA and Victoria Monét with five each, and Beyoncé, 21 Savage, Doja Cat, Megan Thee Stallion, Tyla, and Usher all with four. R&B singer Usher received the Lifetime Achievement Award during the ceremony. Performers The first round of performers was announced along with the nominees on May 16, 2024. Normani was scheduled to perform at the ceremony, but her performance was cancelled due to a leg injury during rehearsals. Winners and nominees Below is the list of winners and nominees. Winners are listed first and highlighted in bold. In Memoriam * Rico Wade * Clar ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Chandler Moore
Chandler David Moore (born March 21, 1995) is an American singer, songwriter, pianist, guitarist, and worship leader. Moore is also a member of Maverick City Music, a collective of worshippers working in the contemporary Christian music and Gospel world. Maverick City Music released two projects in 2019 followed by an additional 11 projects. Moore's collaborations include " Man of Your Word" with KJ Scriven and "Voice of God" with Dante Bowe and Steffany Gretzinger. On the collaborative album ''Old Church Basement'' with Elevation Worship, Moore sang " Jireh" alongside Naomi Raine and "Wait on You" with Bowe. Each song debuted as a chart topper. Moore continues to collaborate with mega and pop artists, including Justin Bieber and Tori Kelly. Early life Chandler David Moore was born on March 21, 1995, to Bishop Brian David Moore and Elder Jametta Chandler Moore in Charleston, South Carolina. Moore grew up going to church where his father was a pastor. Later in life, when Moore ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kirk Franklin
Kirk Dewayne Franklin (born January 26, 1970) is an American Gospel music, gospel musician. One of the List of best-selling gospel music artists, best-selling gospel music artists, his accolades include 20 Grammy Awards. ''Variety (magazine), Variety'' dubbed Franklin as a "Reigning King of Urban Gospel", and is one of the inaugural inductees into the Black Music & Entertainment Walk of Fame. He also lead lead the known ensembles, which had helped to define much recognition, such as The Family, God's Property, and One Nation Crew (1NC). Early life A native of Fort Worth, Texas, Franklin was raised by his aunt, Gertrude, having been abandoned as a baby by his mother. Gertrude recycled aluminum cans to raise money for Kirk to take piano lessons from the age of four. Kirk excelled and was able to read and write music while also Learning music by ear, playing by ear. At the age of seven, Franklin received his first contract which his aunt turned down. He did join the church choi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Joyner Lucas
Gary Maurice "Joyner" Lucas Jr. (born August 17, 1988) is an American rapper, actor and entrepreneur. Lucas first received exposure after the release of his single "Ross Capicchioni" in 2015. In June 2017, he released his fourth mixtape, ''508-507-2209'', which was his first on a major label. In November 2017, Lucas released his single "I'm Not Racist", which quickly went Viral video, viral, gaining him further mainstream attention. The video was nominated for the Grammy Award for Best Music Video at the 61st Grammy Awards. Since 2016, Lucas has also become known for remixing popular hip hop songs like "Gucci Gang" by Lil Pump, "Bank Account (song), Bank Account" by 21 Savage, "Panda (song), Panda" by Desiigner, "DNA (Kendrick Lamar song), DNA" by Kendrick Lamar and many others. In October 2018, he announced his debut studio album ''ADHD (Joyner Lucas album), ADHD'', which was released in 2020. Outside of music, Lucas co-founded the music technology platform Tully in 2015, with m ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Will (Joyner Lucas Song)
"Will" is a song by American rapper Joyner Lucas, and the ninth single from his debut studio album ''ADHD'' (2020). It was released on March 25, 2020 with an accompanying music video. The song is a tribute to actor and rapper Will Smith, one of Lucas's biggest influences. On May 15, 2020, a remix of the song with a guest appearance from Smith was released. Composition In the song, Lucas raps about his great admiration for and influence from Will Smith's success throughout his career. Lucas references ten of Smith's most renowned works in his filmography, most notably '' The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air''. Furthermore, he states that he hopes his son will one day become successful as Smith's children Willow Willows, also called sallows and osiers, of the genus ''Salix'', comprise around 350 species (plus numerous hybrids) of typically deciduous trees and shrubs, found primarily on moist soils in cold and temperate regions. Most species are known ... and Jaden are, and also ra ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
