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THROWBACK THURSDAY: John Legend Ft. Andre 3000 – ‘Green Light’

With St. Patrick’s Day only a few days away, this week’s Throwback Thursday song is “Green Light,” by John Legend and  Andre 3000. Released in 2008, “Green Light” was the lead single from Legend’s third studio album, Evolver. The song showcased his ability to change musical styles from adult contemporary to club bangers. It also established him as an R&B artist who could successfully crossover and collaborate with hip-hop artist.

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The single saw all ‘green lights’ on the Billboard charts including R&B/Hip-Hip Songs (#6) Hot Dance Club Songs (#4), and Hot 100 (#24). It also became a certified platinum single in the United States.

The Grammy Award winner is hard at work putting the finishing touches on his long-awaited fourth studio album, Love in the Future due later this year.

Antwane Folk is the editorial assistant at RatedRnB.com.

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Stream Janine’s Debut Album ’99’

Janine has finally released her debut album, 99.

Produced by Jono Dorr and œç¡l, the 11-track offering finds the Atlantic Records signee opting out of guest appearances. This approach allows listeners to stay focused only on her alluring voice and lyrical content. The LP includes fan favorites “Unstable,” “Never the Right Time,” “Hold On,” and “Too Late.” The latter track has an accompanying visual.

Janine shared the significance of her album title. “The name 99 stands for being one step away from being complete,” she said. “It’s also the time I started to become conscious of the music I really liked. A lot of music from the late ’90s and early 2000s ended up being a huge influence on the album.”

Janine recently celebrated her 99 album release party with her family, friends, fans and industry tastemakers in Los Angeles. She made a homemade hot sauce for everyone as giveaways.

Dive into Janine’s new album 99 below.

Drew Scott Releases ‘Mindful’ Song

After sharing “Unhealthy” in January, Drew Scott makes a return with a brand new song titled “Mindful.”

Over a reggae-influenced beat, Scott reminds his woman that she is his only love. “Girl when it comes to my heart, I swear you are the only one,” he sings.

Scott explained the meaning behind “Mindful” in a statement to Rated R&B. “With technology these days, it’s easy to get distracted even when you’re in a relationship,” he said. “’Mindful’ is a reminder to cut out all the noise. Forget what everyone else is saying and focus on what makes you happy.”

“Mindful” is the third single from Scott’s upcoming project, Places I’ve Ever Been, Vol. 3, which releases on June 15. Scott plans to release a visual for “Simple” within the next couple of weeks.

Vol. 3 is the follow-up to Scott’s 2016 EP, Detour. 

Stream “Mindful” by Drew Scott below.

Scott also dropped a song called “500°.” Listen below.

Jessie J Shares Final Installment of ‘R.O.S.E’ Album (Empowerment)

Jessie J concludes her R.O.S.E. tetralogy with the final installment titled Empowerment.

On the four-track offering, the vocalist searches for love and serenity. She delivers a standout performance on “Somebody’s Lady,” which is a beautifully sung ballad on longing to be that special woman in a man’s life.

Collectively, Jessie J has showered fans with 16-tracks throughout the campaign for R.O.S.E. She released the first three installments Realisations, Obsessions and Sex earlier this week.

One thing is certain: Jessie J kept listeners itching for more new music with each release. Will other artists follow this unique album roll out? Only time will tell.

Listen to Empowerment below.

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