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Will Smith Releases First Album in 20 Years
Will Smith, the renowned actor and rapper, has made a notable return to the music scene with the release of his album “Based on a True Story” on March 28, 2025. This marks his first musical project in two decades, following his 2005 album “Lost and Found.” The new album delves into significant personal events, including the widely publicized 2022 Oscars incident where Smith slapped comedian Chris Rock, as well as offering insights into his marriage with Jada Pinkett Smith.
The opening track, “Int. Barbershop – Day,” sets the tone by directly addressing the Oscars controversy. In this song, Smith engages in a candid dialogue about his legacy and public perception, featuring lyrics that reflect on the slap and its aftermath. He raps, “I heard he won the Oscar but he had to give it back,” acknowledging the incident and the subsequent fallout.
Another notable track, “You Lookin’ for Me?,” explores Smith’s personal life, touching upon his complex relationship with his wife, Jada Pinkett Smith. The song suggests that their marriage is “complicated” and urges others to mind their own business, highlighting the couple’s desire for privacy amidst public scrutiny.
“Based on a True Story” comprises 14 tracks and features collaborations with several artists, including DJ Jazzy Jeff, B. Simone, India Martínez, Teyana Taylor, Joyner Lucas, and Smith’s son, Jaden Smith. These collaborations bring a diverse range of styles and perspectives to the album, enriching its overall composition.
In conjunction with the album release, Smith has announced a European tour set to begin in June 2025, with performances scheduled in various cities, including dates in Spain.
The long-awaited trial in the murder case of legendary rapper Tupac Shakur has reached a major development, with Duane “Keffe D” Davis sentenced to 40 years to life in prison on October 13, 2026.
Davis was convicted of first-degree murder in August 2026 for his role in orchestrating the 1996 killing. Tupac was shot in a drive-by attack in Las Vegas on September 7, 1996, and died six days later.
During the sentencing, the judge addressed Davis, rejecting his claims that he had changed his life and moved on from his past. “Mr. Davis, for three years, I’ve heard you say some variation of the same thing to law enforcement, [in interviews], in your book, and it’s something like, ‘Yeah, I was involved in this, but I’m different. I’ve moved on. I got out of Compton. I’m a grandfather now.’ I’m here to tell you that’s not how this works,” the judge said.
She continued “You don’t get to take a man from his family. You don’t get to take his very life, his whole future from him, and just walk away from it. Especially when that man is Tupac Shakur.
“The world never forgot about him and his death, and neither did Las Vegas. It took us 30 years, but at this time, you are going to face justice for what you did on Sept. 7, 1996.”
Nollywood actor Timini Egbuson has reflected on how his perception of YouTube movies has changed over the years. The actor recalled that there was a time when he looked down on movies released on YouTube.
However, he now appreciates the opportunities they have provided for his career and joked that he might have struggled financially if he had continued to dismiss them.
Sharing his thoughts in a post on X, Egbuson wrote “Can’t believe I was looking down on YouTube movies at some point. Hunger go don kpai me by now.”
Nigerian singer Timi Dakolo has advised young people who are still living with their parents not to rush into moving out because of peer pressure.
The singer encouraged young people to focus on their personal circumstances rather than compare their lives with those of others. He noted that there is no need to leave their parents’ homes simply because they want to feel independent.
Sharing his advice, Dakolo said “No hurry, leave your papa house because of peer pressure. Forget all that, ‘I don’t have my freedom here.’”
Judge Tells Duane Davis He Must Face Justice for Tupac’s Murder
Timini Egbuson Reflects on Embracing YouTube Movies in Nollywood
