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Oasis Seem To Tease They’ll Play Even More Reunion Tour Dates In 2026

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Oasis’ reunion tour has been one of the biggest music events of 2025. Now the band has some thinking that it could extend into 2026.

As the show wrapped up with “Champagne Supernova” (as Billboard notes), Liam Gallagher told fans, “See you next year.” In fan-shot videos like this one, Gallagher then feigned shock by covering his mouth, then proceeded to sarcastically slap himself on his wrists.

This comes after a supposed leaked set of Oasis’ 2026 tour dates surfaced last month. The band is allegedly plotting a run of shows in the UK and Europe in July and August 2026, if the rumor is to be believed.

In an interview last month, Noel Gallagher declined to comment on rumors that the band would play more shows in 2026.

He did speak about how the tour was going, though, saying, “Every night is the crowd’s first night, so every night’s got that same kind of energy. It’s been truly amazing… I’m not usually short for words, but I can’t really articulate it at the minute. […] It’s great just to be back with [guitarist] Bonehead and Liam and just be doing it again. I guess when it’s all said and done we’ll sit and reflect on it, but it’s great being back in a band with Liam. I forgot how funny he was.”

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Bad Bunny Will Perform The Super Bowl LX Halftime Show In 2026

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In recent days, there were rumors that Adele, or perhaps Taylor Swift, would be performing the halftime show at Super Bowl LX in 2026. Back in 2016, Adele did confirm that she had been asked, saying, “That show is not about music, and I don’t dance or anything like that. They were really kind, they did ask me, but I did say no. I know I’m not Beyoncé. I can’t dance or anything like that.”

At any rate, we now know that landing the gig for the upcoming event wasn’t Swift or Adele: Last night (September 28), it was announced that the honor will go to Bad Bunny.

In a statement, Bad Bunny said, “What I’m feeling goes beyond myself. It’s for those who came before me and ran countless yards so I could come in and score a touchdown… this is for my people, my culture, and our history. Ve y dile a tu abuela, que seremos el HALFTIME SHOW DEL SUPER BOWL.”

Jay-Z, whose Roc Nation helps organize the event, also said, “What Benito has done and continues to do for Puerto Rico is truly inspiring. We are honored to have him on the world’s biggest stage.”

Jon Barker, SVP of Global Event Production for the NFL, added, “Bad Bunny represents the global energy and cultural vibrancy that define today’s music scene. As one of the most influential and streamed artists in the world, his unique ability to bridge genres, languages, and audiences makes him an exciting and natural choice to take the Super Bowl halftime stage. We know his dynamic performances, creative vision, and deep connection with fans will deliver the kind of unforgettable experience we’ve come to expect from this iconic cultural moment.”

The news arrived via an announcement video, so check that out here.

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SNX: This Week’s Best Sneakers, Featuring The Jordan 5 Tokyo & More

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Welcome to SNX DLX, your weekly roundup of the best sneakers to hit the internet. We’ve officially stepped into the fall season, which means we’re in the final leg of the 2025 sneaker year. It’s a bittersweet moment — there are only a few release weeks left before we hit the end of year slop season (usually reserved for re-releases and holiday sales of safe classics) but on the bright side, we’ll be closing the book on 2025 which, if we’re being completely honest, hasn’t been the best for sneakers.

Is it inflation? An over-saturated market? Changing trends? Probably a bit of all three. Here is to hoping we end the year stronger than we started it. This week, while light, makes it seem at least a bit possible. Here are the best sneakers dropping right now and where to find them. Let’s dive in.

Air Jordan 5 Varsity Maize and Wolf Grey (Tokyo)

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Price: $215

This sneaker is this year’s grail for a handful of sneakerheads out there, it’s not for us, but it’s definitely a top 20 Jordan 5 colorway, and that’s really saying something considering this silhouette has a fair share of great colorways. The sneaker first dropped in 2011 and now here, 14 years later, it returns in its full glory. No weird revamp or remake choices here.

The sneaker sports a nubuck upper with embroidered details, a speckled shark tooth, and an icy outsole.

The Air Jordan 5 Tokyo is out now for a retail price of $215. Pick up a pair via the Nike SNKRS app or aftermarket sites like GOAT.

New Balance Made in USA 992 Dusk Shower with Dream State

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Price: $215

A colorway has no business looking this beautiful but with a name like “Dusk Shower with Dream State,” (yes, that’s actually the official name of this colorway) what did we expect? Coming out of NB’s Made in USA line, this 992 features a mixed mesh, suede, and synthetic upper in a monochromatic blend of blue tones over a white midsole with a contrasting black outsole.

The New Balance Made in USA 992 Dusk Shower with Dream State is out now for a retail price of $199.99. Pick up a pair at New Balance or aftermarket sites like GOAT.

New Balance 1906L Ice Wine with Pink Taffy

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Price: $159.99

Look, this sneaker isn’t for everyone, and it’s especially not for me personally, I find it ridiculous. But, that doesn’t mean it’s impossible to make this look good. I’ve seen people do it, I envy those people! If you like the idea of a penny loafer that’s still a sneaker, the 1906L gets you there. This sneaker features a lightweight mesh upper with leather overlays and a blush pink colorway.

The New Balance 1906L Ice with Pink Taffy is out now for a retail price of $159.99. Pick up a pair at New Balance or aftermarket sites like GOAT.

Adidas Bad Bunny Adizero SL 72

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Price: $160
Bad Bunny’s latest Adidas drop is here, and this one is a sort of victory lap. The colorway takes inspiration from Benito’s first three Adidas collaborations, the Cafe, East Egg, and Baby Blue, and smashes them together for this colorful, yet earthy take on the Adizero SL 72.

The sneaker sports a textile and leather upper with a textile sockliner and a special dual-branded Adidas and Bad Bunny shoe bag for, travel purposes, we guess? Not sure what the bag is for, but we’ll take it!

The Adidas Bad Bunny Adizero SL 72 is out now for a retail price of $160. Pick up a pair via the Adidas CONFIRMED app or aftermarket sites like GOAT.

Puma Hali 1 Blissful Blue-Royal Sapphire

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Price: $130

The Haliban is getting his own signature PUMA, which alone, is already dope — but couple that with the fact that this new signature sneaker was designed by Salehe Bembury, and well, we have probably the most exciting new signature basketball sneaker to drop in the last few years.

Tyrese Haliburton’s Hali 1 features a psychedelic and futuristic synthetic upper with textile overlays, PUMA’s NITROFOAM technology, and the brand’s PUMAGRIP traction for a non-slip locked in feel. It very much looks like something only Bembury could make.

The Puma Hali 1 Blissful Blue-Royal Sapphire is out now for a retail price of $130. Pick up a pair at PUMA or aftermarket sites like GOAT.

Disclaimer: While all of the products recommended here were chosen independently by our editorial staff, Uproxx may receive payment to direct readers to certain retail vendors who are offering these products for purchase.

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The Kid Laroi’s Teary-Eyed ‘A Cold Play’ Video Captures The Emotion Of The Song

The Kid Laroi’s “A Cold Play” video puts the burgeoning actor’s emoting skills on display, as he strips away all the high-concept stuff to focus on his reaction to the song’s brokenhearted sentiments.

Rather than telling a contrived narrative, Laroi simply sits in front of a backdrop, willing tears into his eyes as he stares into the camera, which slowly pulls away to reveal his surroundings.

The one-take approach is straightforward and simple, but effective, capturing the emotion of the song. The video is a sharp contrast to the one for “She Don’t Need To Know,” which recounted a complicated relationship instead.

Despite releasing three songs in as many months — “She Don’t Need To Know” and “A Cold Play” were preceded by “All I Want Is You” — The Kid Laroi has yet to announce a follow-up for his 2023 debut The First Time.

Still, he’s kept relatively busy since its release, dropping singles like “Aperol Spritz” and “Slow It Down” with Quavo. He also appeared on burgeoning country star Bailey Zimmerman’s new single “Lost” earlier this year, raising his profile quite a bit. All the signs are pointing to some kind of announcement handing just over the horizon.

You can watch The Kid Laroi’s “A Cold Play” video above.

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Monaleo’s ‘Sexy Soulaan’ Video Shuts Down Invitations To The Cookout

If there’s any modern online trend that has been grinding folks’ gears lately, it’s “the cookout.” The mythical, metaphorical gathering of Black folks for celebration and commiseration is beginning to lose its cultural cachet thanks to a laissez-faire approach to giving invitations to outsiders, and Houston rapper Monaleo is over it.

In the video for her new song “Sexy Soulaan,” Monaleo throws her own cookout in the backyard — and throws out anyone who comes along thinking they belong because they can mimic aspects of the culture. Combining well-worn adages with her own homespun wisdom, the Texas tongue twister details her philosophy, explaining why she thinks, “If you ain’t Black, stay the f*ck out the business.”

“Blacker the berry, the sweeter the juice / You know they say the bigger the bush, the deeper the root / I’m knowing it’s a bitch like me that’s being produced, but you can’t / Outdo the doer, I’m doing the do,” she raps, as her sisters and cousins twerk, line dance, and cavort — and a pair of nosy white boys get chucked.

Monaleo’s come a long way from “Crying On Your Birthday.” Earlier this month, she celebrated her nuptials in a hometown ceremony where she debuted the new song, which adds a new dimension to her artistry. We’re looking forward to hearing how this new facet develops on her upcoming follow-up to 2023 debut, Where The Flowers Don’t Die.

Watch Monaleo’s “Sexy Soulaan” video above.

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Yung Lean And Bladee Lament The ‘Evil World’ In Their New Single

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After releasing their joint album Psykos last year, Yung Lean and Bladee have re-teamed for a new single, “Evil World.” This follows their initial reunion, “Inferno,” released last week.

Since dropping their joint album, the two Swedes have released their own solo albums, with Lean dropping Jonatan and Bladee following up with Cold Visions.

The two artists will be performing together next year at Laneway Festival in Australia and New Zealand, encompassing six shows, following their respective solo tours which launch next week. You can see the dates below.

You can listen to Bladee and Yung Lean’s “Evil World” above.

Yung Lean Tour Dates

10/04 – Detroit, MI @ Russell Industrial Center
10/07 – Chicago, IL @ Fairgrounds at Salt Shed
10/09 – Denver, CO @ Fillmore Auditorium
10/11 – Oakland, CA @ Fox Theater
10/12 – Los Angeles, CA @ Hollywood Palladium
10/15 – Brooklyn, NY @ The Brooklyn Mirage
10/16 – Boston, MA @ Citizens House of Blues Boston
10/18 – Philadelphia, PA @ The Fillmore Philadelphia
10/19 – Washington, DC @ The Anthem
10/20 – Toronto, ON @ HISTORY
11/09 – Prague, CZ @ Forum Karlin
11/10 – Vienna, AT @ Gasometer
11/12 – Berlin, DE @ Uber Eats Music Hall
11/13 – Warsaw, PL @ COS Torwar Hall
11/15 – Milan, IT @ Fabrique Milano
11/17 – Barcelona, ES @ Hivernacle
11/19 – Tilburg, NL @ 013 Poppodium
11/20 – Offenbach am Main, DE @ Stadthalle Offenbach
11/22 – London, UK @ OVO Arena Wembley
11/24 – Paris, FR @ Zénith Paris – La Villette
11/26 – Manchester, UK @ O2 Victoria Warehouse Manchester
02/05 – Auckland, AUS @ Laneway Festival
02/07 – Gold Coast, AUS @ Laneway Festival
02/08 – Sydney, AUS @ Laneway Festival
02/13 – Melbourne, AUS @ Laneway Festival
02/14 – Adelaide, AUS @ Laneway Festival
02/15 – Adelaide, AUS @ Laneway Festival

Bladee Tour Dates

10/01 – Silver Spring, MD @ The Fillmore Silver Spring
10/03 – Brooklyn, NY@ Under the K Bridge
10/04 – Raleigh, NC @ The Ritz
10/05 – Richmond, VA @ The National
10/07 – Cleveland, OH @ The Agora
10/08 – Detroit, MI @ The Fillmore
10/10 – Boston, MA @ Roadrunner
10/11 – Montreal, Quebec @ M Telus
10/12 – Toronto, Ontario @ History
10/14 – Nashville, TN @ Marathon Music Works
10/15 – Atlanta, GA @ The Eastern
10/17 – Houston, TX @ 713 Music Hall
10/18 – Dallas, TX @ South Side Ballroom
10/19 – Austin, TX @ Stubb’s Waller Creek Amphitheatre
10/21 – Albuquerque, NM @ Revel
10/23 – Phoenix, AZ @ The Van Buren
10/24 – San Diego, CA @ Soma
10/26 – Los Angeles, CA @ Shrine Auditorium and Expo Hall
10/30 – Daly City, CA @ Cow Palace Arena & Event Center
11/01 – Sacramento, CA @ Channel 24
11/03 – Seattle, WA @ Showbox Sodo
11/05 – Portland, OR @ McMenamins Crystal Ballroom
11/07 – Salt Lake City, UT @ Rockwell at the Complex
11/08 – Denver, CO @ Mission Ballroom
11/10 – Minneapolis, MN @ The Fillmore
11/29 – Tallinn, Estonia @ Helitehas
12/01 – Riga, Latvia @ Palladium Riga
12/05 – Bucharest, Romania @ Quantio Club
12/07 – Vienna, Austria @ Gasometer
12/08 – Prague, Czech Republic @ SaSaZu
12/11 – Tilburg, Netherlands @ 013 Poppodium
12/13 – London, England @ Troxy
12/14 – Dublin, Ireland @ Academy
12/17 – Manchester, England @ O2 Victoria Warehouse
02/05 – Auckland, AUS @ Laneway Festival
02/07 – Gold Coast, AUS @ Laneway Festival
02/08 – Sydney, AUS @ Laneway Festival
02/13 – Melbourne, AUS @ Laneway Festival
02/14 – Adelaide, AUS @ Laneway Festival
02/15 – Adelaide, AUS @ Laneway Festival

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Ice Spice’s New Single ‘Baddie Baddie’ Is An Ode To The ‘Bad Girls,’ Via M.I.A.’s 2012 Hit

Ice Spice is ready to make a second run at the crown, returning for a new bid for radio dominance with “Baddie Baddie.”

This time around, RiotUSA utilizes a sample of M.I.A’s “Bad Girls” to give Ice another NY drill backdrop for her to boast over. “And I back up a yacht / I’m still gettin’ paid off of ‘Deli’,” she brags. “I got some bitches for all of the bros / And we on the way to go T up the telly.”

The song is Ice Spice’s second new single of the month, after she teamed up with her former archrival Latto for “Gyatt.” Isis setting aside her differences with the former foe suggests not only some maturing as a person, but also possibly a shrewdness about drawing attention ahead of announcing the follow-up to her debut album, Y2K!.

She was certainly already working on a new project shortly after its release, brushing off the lukewarm reception for her first official album.

In the meantime, she has begun expanding her portfolio, landing a short role in Spike Lee’s new movie Highest 2 Lowest alongside ASAP Rocky (she basically plays herself, but hey, it’s a credit in a Spike Lee picture, that looks good on a CV). But she knows where her bread is buttered, and she could be ready to go in.

You can listen to “Baddie Baddie” above.

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Ed Sheeran, BigXthaPlug, Reneé Rapp, And More Lead The 2025 iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour Lineup

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It was just summer, and yet, we’re almost in October. That means the holiday season is coming up, and that means iHeartRadio is prepping its annual Jingle Ball Tour. All the big pieces are in place now: Today (September 26), they announced the locations and performers for this winter’s events.

This year, the show is going to Fort Worth, Los Angeles, Chicago, Detroit, New York, Boston, Philadelphia, Washington DC, Atlanta, and Miami. The performers include Alex Warren, BigXthaPlug, Conan Gray, Ed Sheeran, Jelly Roll, Jessie Murph, Laufey, MGK, MONSTA X, Myles Smith, Nelly, Olivia Dean, Ravyn Lenae, Reneé Rapp, Shinedown, The Kid Laroi, and Zara Larsson, along with “a special sing-along moment for KPop Demon Hunters.”

For tickets, the general on-sale starts October 3 at noon local time. Eligible Capital One cardholders will also have access to an exclusive pre-sale for each city, and cardholders can also get access to exclusive pre-show parties with one of the performing artists. The pre-sale starts September 30 at 10 a.m. local time and runs to October 2 at 10 a.m. local time, or while supplies last. More information is available on the Jingle Ball website.

Check out the full list of dates and performers below.

2025 iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour Dates

12/02 — Fort Worth, TX @ Dickies Arena (iHeartRadio 106.1 KISS FM’s Jingle Ball 2025): Alex Warren, Jessie Murph, MGK, Nelly, Reneé Rapp, Rachel Chinouriri, Shinedown, Zara Larsson, and a special sing-along moment for KPop Demon Hunters.

12/05 — Los Angeles, CA @ Intuit Dome (iHeartRadio 102.7 KIIS FM’s Jingle Ball 2025): Alex Warren, Audrey Hobert, Conan Gray, Feid, Jackson Wang, Jessie Murph, The Kid Laroi, Leon Thomas, Reneé Rapp, Zara Larsson, and a special sing-along moment for KPop Demon Hunters.

12/08 — Chicago, IL @ Allstate Arena (iHeartRadio 103.5 KISS FM’s Jingle Ball 2025): Audrey Hobert, Jackson Wang, Jessie Murph, Nelly, Ravyn Lenae, Reneé Rapp, Shinedown, Teddy Swims, Zara Larsson, and a special sing-along moment for KPop Demon Hunters.

12/09 — Detroit, MI @ Little Caesars Arena (iHeartRadio Channel 95.5’s Jingle Ball 2025): BigXthaPlug, Conan Gray, Jessie Murph, MOLIY, Nelly, Rachel Chinouriri, Ravyn Lenae, Shinedown, Zara Larsson, and a special sing-along moment for KPop Demon Hunters.

12/12 — New York, NY @ Madison Square Garden (iHeartRadio Z100’s Jingle Ball 2025): Alex Warren, BigXthaPlug, Conan Gray, Ed Sheeran, Jessie Murph, Laufey, MONSTA X, Myles Smith, Nelly, Ravyn Lenae, Reneé Rapp, Zara Larsson, and a special sing-along moment for KPop Demon Hunters.

12/14 — Boston, MA @ TD Garden (iHeartRadio Kiss 108’s Jingle Ball 2025): Ed Sheeran, Laufey, MOLIY, Myles Smith, Olivia Dean, Ravyn Lenae, Sean Paul, Zara Larsson, and a special sing-along moment for KPop Demon Hunters.

12/15 — Philadelphia, PA @ Xfinity Mobile Arena (iHeartRadio Q102’s Jingle Ball 2025): AJR, Alex Warren, BigXthaPlug, Laufey, MONSTA X, Myles Smith, Ravyn Lenae, Zara Larsson, and a special sing-along moment for KPop Demon Hunters.

12/16 — Washington, DC @ Capital One Arena (iHeartRadio HOT 99.5’s Jingle Ball 2025): AJR, Alex Warren, Conan Gray, Jelly Roll, Laufey, MONSTA X, Myles Smith, Nelly, Olivia Dean, Shinedown, Zara Larsson, and a special sing-along moment for KPop Demon Hunters.

12/18 — Atlanta, GA @ State Farm Arena (iHeartRadio 96.1 The Beat’s Jingle Ball 2025): BigXthaPlug, Jermaine Dupri & Friends, Kehlani, Lil Jon & Friends, Mariah The Scientist, MOLIY, and Nelly.

12/20 — Miami, FL @ Kaseya Center (iHeartRadio Y100.7’s Jingle Ball 2025): BigXthaPlug, Feid, Kehlani, MGK, MONSTA X, Nelly, Zara Larsson, and a special sing-along moment for KPop Demon Hunters.

Check out BigXthaPlug’s VISIONARIES performance below:

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Olivia Dean Makes It ‘So Easy (To Fall In Love)’ On The Warm Single From Her New Album

Olivia Dean has been a rising star over the past few years. Her 2023 debut album Messy charted highly in her native UK and she ought to have a more international impact with her new project out today (September 26), The Art Of Loving; Some Sabrina Carpenter fans will likely perk their ears up when they hear Dean performing live as an opener on some upcoming Carpenter tour dates.

To mark the album’s release, Dean has shared a video for “So Easy (To Fall In Love),” a breezy tune that sees Dean flaunting her romantic self-worth.

In a statement, Dean says of the album, “I don’t think this is a cynical thing to say but I don’t think love is just magic that happens to you, I think you’ve got to put the time in, it’s a craft, it’s like playing an instrument or any other skill… I’m a romantic, hopelessly hopelessly. And I suppose I’m trying to just bring a little bit of love, and loving, back into your life.”

Watch the “So Easy (To Fall In Love)” video above. Below, find the The Art Of Loving art and tracklist, along with Dean’s upcoming tour dates.

Olivia Dean’s The Art Of Loving Album Cover Artwork

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Olivia Dean’s The Art Of Loving Tracklist

1. “The Art Of Loving (Intro)”
2. “Nice To Each Other”
3. “Lady Lady”
4. “Close Up”
5. “So Easy (To Fall In Love)”
6. “Let Alone The One You Love”
7. “Man I Need”
8. “Something Inbetween”
9. “Loud”
10. “Baby Steps”
11. “A Couple Minutes”
12. “I’ve Seen It”

Olivia Dean’s 2025 Tour Dates

10/04 — Austin, TX @ Austin City Limits
10/11 — Austin, TX @ Austin City Limits
10/23 — Pittsburgh, PA @ PPG Paints Arena *
10/24 — Pittsburgh, PA @ PPG Paints Arena *
10/26 — New York, NY @ Madison Square Garden *
10/28 — New York, NY @ Madison Square Garden *
10/29 — New York, NY @ Madison Square Garden *
10/31 — New York, NY @ Madison Square Garden *
11/01 — New York, NY @ Madison Square Garden *
11/04 — Nashville, TN @ Bridgestone Arena *
11/05 — Nashville, TN @ Bridgestone Arena *

* supporting Sabrina Carpenter

The Art Of Loving is out now via Island Records. Find more information here.

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Doja Cat’s Fearless ‘Vie’ Poses A Big Question: What Is Pop?

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Over the course of the past seven years since she first exploded into stardom with “Mooo!,” Doja Cat has proven to be a musical chameleon, equally willing to dive into bluesy R&B as she is aggressive battle rap. Yet with her new album, Vie, she insists she’s making a pop album. If that’s true, though, her effort warrants a look at one of the biggest questions facing modern musical discourse: Just what the hell is pop music in the first place?

For years, the answer has appeared to be: Black music with a white face. This isn’t exactly a shocking revelation. It’s a major plot point in Dreamgirls, it’s the argument that has cropped up again and again with each subsequent generation of “transgressive” hyper-sexy pop stars — the Madonnas, the Britneys, the Xtinas, the Arianas, the Mileys, the Taylors, and Justins Timberlake and Bieber. It’s even jumped entire oceans, as we now debate the merits of Koreans appropriating Black culture through their own maximalist lens.

Doja’s very existence, though, throws a kink in the narrative. The daughter of a white Jewish graphic designer and a South African actor and dancer, Doja has unwillingly become emblematic of the friction inherent to the entire pop music category. From the outset, her rap chops have been questioned. She herself maligned many of her fan-favorite works like “Say So” and “Kiss Me More” while on the campaign for Scarlet, her defiant attempt to wrestle control of the narrative away from chronically online fans’ conspiracy-cooked noodles.

Everything from Doja’s vocal talents to her very Blackness has been dissected and debated by the very fans who first elevated her, then turned on her when she embraced her own self-conception as “a rapper who makes pop.” So, who better to throw up a mirror and force those same fans to confront the origins of the sounds they reduce to mere background music? Vie doesn’t exactly set out to do this; By all means, Doja and producer Jack Antonoff seem to be paying respectful homage to Doja’s musical influences. But in doing so, the album highlights the folly of classifying music by color in the first place.

The overarching sound of the album is the funk-based offshoot of 1980s R&B that was, according to music historian Dan Charnas, never accorded an official title by the recording establishment powers that be. Alternatively described as electro, roller disco, synth funk, or even boogie, it’s the sound that you heard all over in the 1980s — at least, if you grew up Black in the inner city (or with parents that did, such as those of us who heard these records booming from car stereos in cities like Los Angeles, Detroit, Minnesota, and more).

It was the sound defined by Kashif, as pioneered by Prince’s work with The Time, codified in songs like George Benson’s “Give Me The Night.” Cameo and Zapp, Evelyn “Champagne” King, Cheryl Lyn, D Train, Carl Carlton, and others crafted songs with both swing and soul, heavy bass, brash drums, and blaring saxophones embellishing synthesized melodies throughout the decade, but radio programmers couldn’t get with the sounds of so-called “race records” — or just “Black music” — in the wave of a backlash against “disco” (a reminder here that Chicago’s infamous Disco Demolition Night saw white fans bring records to destroy that that didn’t strictly fit the event’s description).

And so, we saw those sounds filter out into more palatable avenues, into more modern works like Bruno Mars and Mark Ronson’s “Uptown Funk” and later, Mars’ own 24K Magic and Silk Sonic project with Anderson .Paak. With Vie, Doja thoroughly revitalizes the sound and recaptures ownership of it. What would have been classified as R&B a decade or so ago and wouldn’t even have made it on radio playlists in the decade the sounds were minted are redefined as “pop” music via a rapper who was derided as a pop star, whose pop bona fides were questioned when she turned back to rap.

In explaining her album title, she said, “I feel strongly about the meaning of the word ‘vie,’ because without life, there is no love, and without love, there is no adventure. This is an adventurous album, with homages and nods to the ’80s, ’70s, and ’90s, I wanted to give my own personal modern twist.”

So, hearing those post-funk chants on “Aaahh Men!” or those chunky bass licks on “Take Me Dancing” featuring SZA means more than just a good beat to dance to. The digitized 808s on “Happy” and the swinging snare on “Jealous Type” are smoke signals to the ancestors, to the ones who never got their credit or the recognition. Doja is using her pop star status to shine a light backwards, to show her fans where it all comes from and what it actually means.

Vie is out now via RCA Records. Find more information here.