Lizzo Gossip

As I wrote in the open today, the MTV VMAs have stayed relevant even in years when the show is sh-tty because it can be a showcase for the future, for who we will be obsessed with in the near future, the artists who’ll be the culture in the future. Full Story

It’s just so like him, isn’t it? Justin Timberlake is glomming on to Lizzo. Of course he is. Of course he had to flex. Of course he had to flaunt. He can’t f-cking help himself. And in doing so, it’s also confirmation that he needs Lizzo more than she needs him. That, I guess, is the silver lining here. Full Story

Is there a song you play or that’s in your head when you’re getting ready in the morning? Or getting ready to go out? And in your mind you’re in a movie montage in your closet and your bathroom, totally feeling yourself as you’re about to go out and kill the day, or the party you’re going to?  I don’t know if that’s why she wrote it but Lizzo’s “Juice” is that kind of song. Full Story

Just under a month ago, I had the undeniable pleasure of seeing Lizzo live at Coachella. Yes, it was the performance where she stopped the music and whipped out her flute to back her own track after the audio cut out FOR THE SECOND TIME. Watching Lizzo perform is a religious and life-changing experience, one I recommend to everyone if they have the opportunity. Full Story

(Lainey: this post was written by our newest contributor, Melayna Williams. Melayna has written for Maclean’s and Vice and is the co-host of the Black Tea podcast. We are so happy to welcome Melayna to the team. Full Story