A songstress gets motivated, Koreans make their mark, and hip-hop’s most famous last name gets more famous.
Here’s your Summer Hot List 2011: Part Two!
Summer of Kell
If Kelly Rowland’s New Year’s resolution was to stop playing second fiddle to Beyonce,’ then I’m pleased to announced she’s successfully completed her mission.
The track, her vocals, the lyrics, and the video’s choreography are reminiscent of the hotness that was Ciara’s “Promise” back in 2006. Kelly’s hit, “Motivation,” featuring Lil Wayne is HANDS DOWN 2011’s sexiest summer single.
Unleashing her super sultry inner seductress with “Motivation,” it’s the former DC3er’s biggest solo hit. Nothing says Here I Am like dancing your way to #1 in a trench coat and combat boots. Positively Sizzling!
Korean Pop
Billboard announced the launch of K-Pop Hot 100, a chart ranking Korea’s most popular music. So if you’ve been procrastinating on signing up for those Korean language classes, I suggest you put a rush order on your Rosetta Stone.
Since being honest is the summer’s coolest trend, I must admit that it’s only been recently that I’ve gotten acquainted with Korean pop. At best, I’ve marveled at the colorful music videos that often accompany K-pop songs but usually always muted.
Assuming you’re in the same boat as I am, learning to appreciate K-pop and its eclectic vibrance will be equally adventurous and advantageous for us all. Billboard earns Summer Hot List honors for bringing continued cultural awareness to the music industry.
Check out Sistar, the group sitting atop K-Pop Hot 100 chart!
Summertime Simmons
His dad’s group, Run-DMC, ruled the 80s, his socialite sisters dominate the fashion scene, and he – well, he’s exploding onto the music scene securing his relevance in the Simmons dynasty.
Bieber Fever is so first-part-of-this-year. Tweens and teens have a new summer love, and it’s Diggy Simmons.
You probably remember watching him as a kid on “Run’s House” or from this AT&T commercial:
Not long ago, Diggy was Vanessa and Angela’s bratty little brother, but now, the 16 year old is is maturing into a megastar.
His kid-friendly raps are upbeat and fun, and Diggy’s expanding his brand beyond music and is delving into shoe and fashion designing. Watch the video for his latest single, “Copy, Paste.” You’ll agree that Diggy Simmons is one of this summer’s hottest teen heartthrobs!
Would love to know who made it onto your 2011 Summer Hot List! Comment below, and be sure to check back often to Positively Celebrity for all the latest music news and reviews from Erica Renee Davis!
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