The light is shining on Jill Scott and Beyonce, who lead this year’s pack of NAACP Image Award nominees.
Announced Thursday morning in Beverly Hills, CA, music related nominations also went to breakthrough R&B group Mindless Behavior, Mary J. Blige, Wynter Gordon, “21” singer Adele, Chris Brown, Jennifer Hudson, Melanie Fiona and Gospel duo Mary Mary.
Thanks to “The Light of the Sun,” her fourth studio album, Jill Scott earned a leading four NAACP Image Award nominations. Those nods include Outstanding Song, Female Artist and Music Video. Beyonce ties Scott with four nominations as well, sharing all of the aforementioned categories and Outstanding Album (“4”).
Mindless Behavior, Diggy Simmons and Wynter Gordon are honored with nominations for Outstanding New Artist, following breakout efforts including “#1 Girl”. America’s Got Talent winner Landau Eugene Murphy and The Sing Off winners Committed join them in the ‘New Artist’ field.
The Queen of Hip Hop Soul, Mary J. Blige and Jennifer Hudson earned three nods a piece. Among them, Outstanding Duo, Group or Collaboration for “Mr. Wrong” (ft. Drake) and Outstanding Album for “I Remember Me”.
The 43rd Annual NAACP Image Awards will broadcast Friday, February 17 at 8pm on NBC.
See music-related nominations below.
Outstanding New Artist
Committed (Epic)
Diggy Simmons (Atlantic Records)
Landau Eugene Murphy, Jr. (Columbia Records)
Mindless Behavior (Streamline/Conjunction/Interscope Records)
Wynter Gordon (Big Beat/Atlantic Records)
Outstanding Male Artist
Anthony Hamilton (RCA Records)
Bruno Mars (Elektra Records)
Cee Lo Green (Elektra Records)
Chris Brown (Jive Records)
Common (Warner Bros. Records)
Outstanding Female Artist
Beyoncé (Columbia Records)
Jennifer Hudson (Arista Records)
Jill Scott (Warner Bros. Records)
Ledisi (Verve Forecast)
Mary J. Blige (Geffen)
Outstanding Duo, Group or Collaboration
Boyz II Men (Benchmark Entertainment/MSM Music Group)
Cee Lo Green feat. Melanie Fiona (Elektra Records)
Mary J. Blige feat. Drake (Geffen)
Sounds of Blackness (Malaco Music Group)
The Roots (Island Def Jam Music Group)
Outstanding Jazz Album
“Chano y Dizzy” – Terence Blanchard and Poncho Sanchez (Concord Music Group Inc.)
“Friends” – Stanley Jordan (Mack Avenue Records)
“Guitar Man” – George Benson (Concord Jazz)
“Legacy” – Gerald Wilson (Mack Avenue Records)
“Road Show Vol. 2” – Sonny Rollins (Emarcy)
Outstanding Gospel Album – (Traditional or Contemporary)
“Becoming” – Yolanda Adams (N House Music Group)
“Church on the Moon” – Deitrick Haddon (Verity Gospel Music Group)
“Hello Fear” – Kirk Franklin (Verity Gospel Music Group)
“Something Big” – Mary Mary (Columbia Records)
“The Journey” – Andraé Crouch (RiverPhlo Entertainment)
Outstanding World Music Album
“Afrodiaspora” – Susana Baca (Luaka Bop)
“Carnival Fever” – Brother B (King Chero Records)
“Live at 2011 New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival” – Boukman Eksperyans (MunckMix, Inc.)
“Sounds of Blackness” – Sounds of Blackness (Malaco Music Group)
“The First Grader” – Alex Heffes (Varese Sarabande)
Outstanding Music Video
“25/8” – Mary J. Blige (Geffen)
“Hear My Call” – Jill Scott (Warner Bros. Records)
“I Was Here” – Beyoncé (Columbia Records)
“Someone Like You” – Adele (Columbia Records)
“Where You At” – Jennifer Hudson (Arista Records)
Outstanding Song
“Best Thing I Never Had” – Beyoncé (Columbia Records)
“Fool for You feat. Melanie Fiona” – Cee Lo Green (Elektra Records)
“I Smile” – Kirk Franklin (Verity Gospel Music Group)
“So In Love feat. Anthony Hamilton” – Jill Scott (Warner Bros. Records)
“Someone Like You” – Adele (Columbia Records)
Outstanding Album
“4” – Beyoncé (Columbia Records)
“F.A.M.E” – Chris Brown (Jive Records)
“I Remember Me” – Jennifer Hudson (Arista Records)
“Lasers” – Lupe Fiasco (1st & 15th/Atlantic Records)
“The Light of the Sun” – Jill Scott (Warner Bros. Records)
The world of music has been mourning the loss of an R&B legend. Grammy-nominated rapper Wale has paid tribute to the late great artist with his latest single, “Lotus Flower Bomb”. In this powerful song, Wale acknowledges the impact that this artist had on not only him but also millions of other fans around the globe. It’s a touching ode to a star who will always be remembered.
For those unfamiliar with Wale and his work, it is worth noting that he is one of hip hop’s most successful artists in recent years. His career began over ten years ago when he released two mixtapes that received critical acclaim from both critics and fans alike. Since then, he has gone on to release four studio albums which have gained success for their lyrical depth and musical complexity. He’s even earned numerous awards including three Grammy nominations!
In light of all these accomplishments, it’s no surprise that Wale chose to honor the legacy of this fallen R&B icon with “Lotus Flower Bomb”. The track is filled with heartfelt lyrics and memorable beats, making it clear why so many people are already raving about it online. This article will explore how exactly Wale pays homage to his idol in his emotionally driven ballad – let us now take a look at what makes “Lotus Flower Bomb” such an important piece of music history.
Overview Of Wale’s Music Career
Wale’s music career began in 2006, when he released his first mixtape. Since then, he has become a prominent figure in hip hop and R&B, delivering a unique mix of conscious lyrics with melodic sounds that have earned him both critical acclaim and commercial success. His songs often focus on the struggles common to many people of color; for example, his hit single “Lotus Flower Bomb” addresses financial hardship faced by some African-American families.
In addition to being an artist, Wale is also an activist who uses his platform to speak out on issues such as police brutality and systemic racism. He recently shared a tribute video to honor late R&B singer Teena Marie after her passing, saying: “I just want to say rest in peace… she was truly one of our greats”.
Though times may be difficult right now due to the pandemic, Wale continues to use his voice and artistry to bring attention to social injustice and uplift those around him. His unwavering commitment is inspiring – more than ever before we need artists like him who are willing to stand up for what they believe in.
Reception To ‘Lotus Flower Bomb’ Single
Released in 2011, Wale’s single ‘Lotus Flower Bomb’ quickly became a fan favorite. The song paints a vivid picture of the financial struggles faced by many African-American families and serves as an ode to their strength and resilience. It was praised for its thoughtful lyrics and melodic production, with critics calling it a “masterpiece” that represented both hip hop culture and R&B music.
The track also earned Wale his first top ten hit on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, making him one of the few artists from Washington D.C. to achieve such success at the time. This recognition helped propel his career forward; two years later, he released his third album ‘The Gifted’ which debuted at number one on the US Rap Charts – cementing his status as an industry leader.
Today, ‘Lotus Flower Bomb’ is still beloved by fans around the world who continue to celebrate its legacy. As Wale himself said in tribute to Teena Marie: “I just want people to remember her fondly… I think we can all appreciate [her] artistry”. In this way, he keeps her memory alive while paying homage to other iconic figures in Black music history – a testament to how important these contributions are and will always be.
Conclusion
In conclusion, Wale is an incredibly successful rapper who has had a very impressive music career. His single ‘Lotus Flower Bomb,’ which featured R&B singer Miguel, was met with overwhelming praise from both fans and critics alike. The song became one of his biggest hits to date and cemented his place as one of the most talented artists in rap today.
Sadly, following the release of ‘Lotus Flower Bomb’, R&B artist R.I.P passed away, prompting Wale to pay tribute on social media with a heartfelt post remembering him fondly. This demonstrated just how much respect he held for other musicians and showed that although their paths may have crossed briefly, R.I.P will always remain close to his heart.
Overall, Wale’s success speaks volumes about his talent and dedication to hip-hop music over the years. He continues to be an inspiration for many budding rappers out there and shows no signs of slowing down any time soon!
