“Candyman” was written by Christina Aguilera and Linda Perry for Aguilera's 2006 album Back to Basics. Inspired by the sound of 1940s swing and the vocal harmonies of The Andrews Sisters, particularly “Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy,” the song combines vintage jazz, blues and pop with Aguilera's provocative modern style. It also incorporates a sample from “Tarzan & Jane Swingin' on a Vine,” a U.S. Marines cadence, giving the track its instantly recognisable military-style chant.
The track became a major international hit, reaching No. 25 on the Billboard Hot 100, No. 17 on the UK Singles Chart and No. 9 on the Canadian Hot 100. The music video, co-directed by Aguilera and Matthew Rolston, embraces a 1940s World War II aesthetic and presents Aguilera as a three-woman singing group inspired by The Andrews Sisters. The video also features references to classic Hollywood pin-up culture and the famous “We Can Do It!” poster, while Benji Schwimmer appears as her dance partner.
Happy 45th birthday to the legendary Beyoncé.
Making her debut in 1990 with Destiny's Child, she has built a lasting legacy by raising the bar and breaking barriers with each new era. Known as a vocal powerhouse she has headlined 7 tours grossing at least $100 million, the most out of any female artist in history. Her impact on music and pop culture is undeniable, she is credited for changing the Global Release Day to Friday and transforming the production, distribution, promotion, and consumption of music. She is also credited for popularizing surprise drops and visual albums. Billboard has named her the Greatest Pop Star of the 21st century and she has won 38 Grammys throughout her career — the most for any artist ever, male or female.
Dolly Parton really spent 80 years proving you can be Southern, Christian, blonde, rhinestoned, country as hell and still understand that human rights are for everyone.
Rest in Peace Queen 👑
The feeling of losing my Aunt Dolly is beyond what feels right to share. Our most sacred moments were private and they’ll stay there behind the stage, beneath the glamour & between our hearts.
What I KNOW is Dolly would want me to feel it, write a song about it, and then continue on and be strong. I have an angel by my side. I always have. One of our last conversations was about music and metamorphosis. 🦋
I will always love her and want to make her proud. My heart breaks for the world, her family and friends who will miss her deeply. We’re in this loss together and we will see her in all of the most beautiful things. 💖 @dollyparton
A federal judge has ruled that Texas’ ban on drag shows is unconstitutional and violates the First Amendment, offering the following advice to those offended by drag:
“The solution is relatively simple ... just don’t go [to the shows].”
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