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Usher’s new single not about his divorce
Posted in New Single, Usher on the October 19, 2009
Usher’s new single Papers was widely believed to be the story of the recent breakdown of his marriage.
But according to the song’s writer, it was instead written about the strain of Usher’s relationship with his mother.
Sean Garrett, who claims the song was written before the singer’s divorce, explained: “Some of it is true and some of it isn’t.
“That’s what makes this record so intriguing and explosive. Some of it is about his life and some of it is not.
” ‘I damn near lost my mama/been through so much drama?’ That was more so from the perspective of when Usher and his mom weren’t working together that much.
“And, in every relationship, it’s important for the man to get his mother’s approval. That’s the perspective I was coming from.”
Papers was recorded in Atlanta some six weeks ago and Usher reportedly expressed reservations about its release.
Garrett said: “I wrote that record about eight months ago, before he was even getting a divorce. The record is not about Tameka Foster Raymond and those are not his words.
“I’m a great songwriter; I know how to write great songs! I felt like it was a record he needed to say. There were days I could just imagine what Usher was thinking.”
SOURCE: Splash News
BGTs Shaheen Jafargholi to join all-star line-up at Michael Jackson memorial
Posted in Britain’s Got Talent, Jennifer Hudson, John Mayer, Michael Jackson, Usher on the July 6, 2009
Britain’s Got Talent finalist Shaheen Jafargholi will join Mariah Carey, Lionel Richie and Stevie Wonder in an all-star memorial to Michael Jackson.
The 12-year-old boy from Wales, who wowed judges with his version of Jackson’s hit Who’s Lovin’ You, is on the preliminary list of performers announced by the Jackson Family.
Other celebrities appearing at the star-studded memorial at The Staples Centre in LA include Oscar-winner Jennifer Hudson, singer John Mayer, basketball player Kobe Bryant, actress Brooke Shields, R&B singer Usher, sports veteran Magic Johnson, Smokey Robinson, the Andrae Crouch Choir, and the Reverend Al Sharpton.
Motown founder Berry Gordy, who helped launch Jackson’s career, will also appear, while two of the late Martin Luther King JR’s children – Martin Luther King III and Bernice A King – will also pay tribute to the pop legend.
Usher reportedly getting a divorce
Posted in R&B, Usher on the June 15, 2009
The famous rapper apparently hasn’t lived together with his wife Tameka Foster for around a year and divorce papers have been filled recently. A source said the following about the impending doom of Usher’s marriage: “They haven’t lived together for nearly a year after almost two years of marriage. Usher’s primary concern is for his children. He is a great father and just wants to do what is right for them.” Yes, that is true! Usher is definitely doing the right thing for his children. What child doesn’t want to grow up in a family of divorcees? Still, considering how much Usher seems to be around home lately, they’re probably already getting used to it.
Usher: another Grammy no show
Posted in Grammy Awards, Usher on the February 10, 2009
What is it with last Sunday’s Grammy Awards. First there was the glaring absence of Rihanna and boyfriend Chris Brown who were both nominated performers during the night. Then came Usher, who was also set to perform at the Grammy Awards, who was a no show because of a serious illness in the family. Usher’s representatives said the singer is in a Brazilian hospital where his wife Tameka was suffering complications from routine surgery. The R&B superstar’s no-show was announced by record mogul Clive Davis during the pre-Grammy party held Saturday night.
There were rumors that the 37-year old Tameka died after undergoing plastic surgery. However, people close the couple said there was no truth to the report but that Tameka did suffer from cosmetic surgery complications. Tameka just gave birth to their second child last December named Naveid Ely after they got married in August 2007. Their first child is named Usher Raymond V while Tameka has three sons by her former marriage.
Usher’s Wine Bar Sinks
Posted in Usher on the February 6, 2009
Usher had high hopes for his Atlanta wine bar, The Grape, which he opened back in 2006. He was even expecting the wine bar to go global! Sadly, that’s not the case for the R&B star. The Grape has been forced to close. According to reports, its parent company, Grape Enterprise Group, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. It’s tough times for everyone. If Jay-Z’s clubs aren’t doing so good, what makes him think that a wine bar would do any better? Usher should just stick to the music. Though that’s another debatable matter altogether. Does he even have a good career to come back to?
The Fall of Usher
Posted in Concert, Tickets Sale, Usher on the December 12, 2008
Things just aren’t going Usher’s way these days as his album sales take a huge drop. His 2004 release ‘Confessions’ sold over 20 million copies worldwide. However, this year’s ‘Here I Stand’ has only managed to sell 2 million worldwide. And it has been out for a while now. Talk about a complete bomb. I doubt any of the new stuff will fare as well as his 04 hits. Industry insiders also reveal that he couldn’t even sell out his recent concert in New York City. Around 1500 tickets were left unsold by the time he took the stage at the Hammerstein Ballroom. With guys like Ne-Yo and Chris Brown around, who needs Usher?
Metallica VS Metallica
Posted in Fashion, Metallica, Music Bands, Usher on the October 11, 2008
Nothing in life is free, unless you’re famous. But even freebies can put you in trouble as Metallica’s bass player is finding out. The band’s bassist, Robert Trujillo, is in the middle of a serious legal battle. He had an existing promotional deal with Fernandes Guitars in North Hollywood. For being able to use his likeness in advertising, the company was giving Robert a pile of custom basses. However, Metallica has its own promo deal with ESP Guitars and now that Robert is part of the band, their lawyers have slapped Fernandes with a cease and desist letter demanding that they no longer use Robert or Metallica’s name or likeness.
Usher is Mama’s Boy Again
Posted in Music, Usher on the August 14, 2008
Us is reporting that it looks like Usher is rehiring his mama Jonetta Patton as his manager and cutting ties with music big shot Benny Medina. Rumors have been swirling that Usher was pissed off that his latest album did middling numbers and cut the cord with Benny only to reattach one to his mom who had been his manager until last year. Back then, the speculation was that he ditched his mom because she and his wife Tameka Foster didn’t get along. Well, Tameka better get used to having the in-law around because Jonetta actually helped her son make the money that feeds Tameka.