Cool note for the fans into such details (like me): the version for purchase is actually different from the version that was previously released online (and can be heard in our audio player.
Most noticeable is the fact that Diddy's verses were completely re-recorded. It is possible that this is the clean mix because it is devoid of the profanity evident in the original mix. Some small portions of the production (the instrumental) have been changed, as well, such as the addition of an arrangement at the 2:25 mark.
Skylar Grey was not on stage, but her voice was played during the chorus. Dawn Richard performed live vocals along with it and in places where it was not played (such as the introduction) and led the way vocally, followed by Kalenna. Diddy performed his verses live. I liked it.
In the clip below, Dirty Money (Diddy and Dawn Richard, specifically) are on the set of the music video for "Coming Home," the latest single from Dirty Money. The most noteworthy part of the video is a potential hint at the visuals for the video.
In April, Billboard reported that Diddy and James Cruz would take on a management role with both Rick Ross and Nicki Minaj.
Following that, Diddy came out and said he could confirm nothing. But, he went further than that, referring to Billboard's report as "rumors," and painting the author of it, and everyone who subsequently discussed it, as as a busybody.
When I opened Rick Ross' "Teflon Don" album and saw that Diddy was credited as "management," a thought flashed through my mind: this is how we'll "officially" find out about Diddy's management deal with Nicki Minaj. The credits for her album.
Sure enough, Rap Radar's Elliott Wilson tweeted that the credits for Nicki Minaj's "Pink Friday" include this: "Mgmt: Sean "Diddy" Combs and James Cruz."
So, there you have it. Finally, officially confirmed. It's unclear as to why that had to be so hard. I don't know why Billboard's integrity had to be put in a negative light or those interested in the story had to be spoken down to. That said, congrats to Diddy and Cruz for landing such a high profile client.
Here are Bad Boy's positions on the latest Billboard U.S. album and single charts, released today. i SQUARE picks up their first Billboard chart mention with the "Hot Shot Debut" of "Hey Sexy Lady" on the Hot Dance Club Play chart.
Albums
Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums
61. "The ArchAndroid: Suites II and III" by Janelle Monae (down from 54).
Singles
Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs
34. "Loving You No More" by Dirty Money (a new high, up from 36).
Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay
34. "Loving You No More" by Dirty Money (a new high, up from 36).
