Justin Bieber and Ariana Grande are teaming up to help support coronavirus relief efforts by dropping a new collaboration, "Stuck With U," next week. On Thursday (April 30th), JB tweeted that he'd be making a "special announcement" on Friday at 10:00am PST, and while this teaser already had the Beliebers reeling, the Arianators became involved when Ms. Grande retweeted that she'd be seeing everybody there.
Of course, this interaction caused massive speculation that the two had something in the works, perhaps a collab or maybe (although a long shot) a joint album? It looks like the former was true, as the two popstars announced that they'll be releasing a new song, "Stuck With U," next Friday (May 8th), and donating all the net proceeds to various organizations that are helping to support those impacted by the coronavirus pandemic.
"Grateful to announce that my friend and i have partnered with [First Responders Children’s Foundation] and [SB Projects] on this release," Ari wrote on her Instagram post, which features the official single art by Liana Finck. "Proceeds from the streams and sales of #stuckwithu will be donated to First Responders Children’s Foundation to fund grants and scholarships for children of healthcare workers, emergency medical technicians (EMTs), paramedics, police officers and firefighters serving at the front lines during the global pandemic." She also added that more information about the single, which is available for pre-save now, will be revealed later today.
Are you excited to hear a Biebs x Ari joint?
Diddy Raised Over $3 Million For Coronavirus Relief
Aside from spreading holiday cheer, Diddy's extensive Easter dance party served the additional purpose of fighting coronavirus.
With the entire world on lockdown, including hip-hop's best and brightest business people, many have been forced to think on their feet. The distancing measures can feel all the more lonely when holidays like Easter weekend roll around, and families are forced to spend time apart. Luckily, Diddy spent his day doing his part to instill the masses with good cheer and favorable spirits. On Sunday, Puff took to Instagram to stage an elaborate, multi-hour dance party, featuring appearances from Snoop Dogg, LeBron James, Jennifer Lopez and A-Rod, Lizzo, Draya Michele, Swae Lee, and more.
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Not only was the experience a fun and celebrity-laden--albeit notably twerk-free--environment, but it also served a dual purpose in helping contribute to the fight against coronavirus. As the dance party raged on, Diddy's Team Love x Direct Relief initiative was accepting donations in the name of all the health care workers putting their lives on the line. Following the Dance-A-Thon, Diddy's charity raked in a staggering sum of $3,731,260, which should go a long way in assisting those in need.
As explained on TeamLove.com, Diddy's "Direct Relief supports healthcare organizations and professionals who care for medically underserved communities. Team Love also cares for these communities, which are often Black & Brown and disproportionately affected by emergencies like this pandemic."
Much respect to Diddy for holding down in this time of crisis, and to anybody who took the time to donate. Did you tune into Diddy's Dance-A-Thon?
