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He and the song’s co-writers, Jermaine Dupri and Bryan-Michael Cox, are being sued by songwriter Ernest Lee Straughter, who reveal ‘Burn’ is way too similar to his song ‘The Reasons Why’, which was recorded by R&B group Reel Tight under the name ‘No More Pain’ in 1998.
Usher, including thenumber of womenwerealreadyenjoyingthehigh-levelrelations Naomi Campbell and former TLC member Rozonda ‘Chilli’ Thomas, recently stopped dead in his tracks to shower the model-turned-singer with his attention.
UshermusicvideoforVictoriaonthe location ofthebeautystillsurroundedbyalargenumber“only had eyes”, a source told the New York Daily News.
The hitmaker was so impressed with the posterior of the sister of Duchess Catherine dubbed Her Royal Hotness which she showcased in a stunning white Alexander McQueen gown at her sibling's wedding to Prince William in April that he is desperate to go into business with her.
He is quoted by the Daily Star newspaper as saying: "I don't think there's a more beautiful, more stunning, more talked about woman in the world at the moment.
"I'm sure everybody is trying to sign her up. She won't be cheap but she has the looks and the popularity to really establish a new product."
Pippa was revealed to have sparked off a craze for bottom-enhancing surgery among women desperate to achieve her perfectly-toned posterior.
Lesley Khan of London's Harley Street Skin Clinic said: "We are now seeing scores of female clients seeking the perfect bottom.
"A few years back everyone wanted the Jennifer Lopez look, but now everyone asks for a bottom like Pippa's - curvy but not too peachy."
R&B star Usher with Jimmy Kimmel has teamed up at the Jimmy Kimmel Live show for a special tribute to NBA benchwarmers.
Later Game 5 of the NBA playoffs Usher added with Kimmel for Kimmel's Game Night special to sing a comical song for those they dubbed as "the players that stand up and sit back down again." Thisvideoincludestwowavingtheirtowels,drinkingasportsdrinkmademovementgameandagainon the occasion ofcelebratingtheoccasionone sitting.
Usher said: "To all of my benchwarmers out there, me and Jim thank you so much for your support. For all the motivation you give to the real players, all of your unique handshakes and chest bumps, we thank you."
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Aww! Precious! Get used to all this attention, kid! We havethis beautifulsmileandprettyfaceseemydada lot.Thistalentto bootyougetaneighthstaritselfis goingtoo!
When was the last time you heard a star say "demographics" in concert?
What percentage of the 14,000 at Saturday’s show witnessed Usher’s last Twin Cities gig in 2004?
Why so many costume changes? ‘Cause he’s so sweaty?
Did you really think it was cool watching Usher do pull ups?
It’s one thing to borrow dance moves from Michael Jackson, but why does Usher have to take the inspiration for his military-flavored and zipper-loving outfits from the King of Pop?
Why doesn’t Usher sing more into a handheld microphone instead of using a headset mic?
Why was opening act, Akon, more consistently fun even though he relied on AutoTune and did so many truncated treatments of songs (something like 17 tunes in 40 minutes)?
Why doesn’t Usher find a new director for his show?
A source has released rubbished reports that Rihanna has went at Usher's home.
The singer, 23, she was rumoured to have hooked up with the RnB star after competing in a dance-off at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival over the weekend.
A source told OK magazine, 'Usher requested a table next to Rihanna. She arrived before Usher, with her bodyguards. Then a bit later Usher and his entourage arrived.
'Usher and Rihanna were having a dance-off. The crowd was going crazy, circling around them, and cheering them on, with members of each celeb's crew jumping in to take a turn.'
And a second source added, 'They're romantically interested in each other.'
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Dr Yanna Brown told Artisan News: "We have talked to several people, Eddie Murphy being one of them. In a comedic role, I guess it would have to be Eddie, who would do Dad justice. Chris Brown did such a great interpretation of Night Train at the Grammy Awards, I thought he was wonderful."
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She said, "I think Usher, more so than anybody, holds near and dear to our family. My dad coined him the godson of soul. Usher is a family friend, we just love him and we are possibly thinking about him for the biopic - so you never know!"
Watch me as I dance under the spotlight- Listen to the people screaming out more and more, 'Coz I create the feeling that keep 'em coming back, Yeah, I create the feeling that keep 'em coming back, So captivating when I get it on the floor.
Know y'all been patiently waiting, I know you need me, I can feel it, I'm a beast, I'm an animal, I'm that monster in the mirror, The headliner, finisher, I'm the closer, winner. Best when under pressure one second's left I show up.
[CHORUS x2] If you really want more, scream it out louder, If you're on the floor, bring out the fire, And light it up, take it up higher, Gonna push it to the limit, give it more.
Get up both your hands, I'm in the zone, tight! Put 'em in the air, if you want more (and) more, Cos I can't wait to feel it. I go hard, can't stop, But if I stop then just know that imma bring it back, Never quittin' on believin' that.
Know y'all been patiently waiting, I know you need me, I can feel it,
I'm a beast, I'm an animal, I'm that monster in the mirror, The headliner, finisher, I'm the closer, winner. Best when under pressure one second's left I show up.
[CHORUS x2] If you really want more, scream it out louder, If you're on the floor, bring out the fire, And light it up, take it up higher, Gonna push it to the limit, give it more.
[VOCAL SEGMENT]
[CHORUS x2] If you really want more, scream it out louder, If you're on the floor, bring out the fire, And light it up, take it up higher, Gonna push it to the limit, give it more.
Against the criticism Rihanna has received in recent weeks,Usher has backed the singer.
People were of the view that Rihanna crossing her limits with her performances, saying the sexual nature of her X Factor, BRIT Award, Grammy Award and NBA All-Star shows was too much for a family audience.
Usher denied the fact by saying that a few element of suggestion is in keeping with what popstars have been doing for decades.
"Artistic direction is just that, you know, and obviously subjective. Everyone has their opinion and it's a family show." he said whilst appearing on ITV show Loose Women.
Adding: "I think she is a responsible young lady and maybe the song represented the attitude of, you know, think about it like this: how long have guys been grabbing their crotches?"
Against the criticism Rihanna has received in recent weeks,Usher has backed the singer.
People were of the view that Rihanna crossing her limits with her performances, saying the sexual nature of her X Factor, BRIT Award, Grammy Award and NBA All-Star shows was too much for a family audience.
Usher denied the fact by saying that a few element of suggestion is in keeping with what popstars have been doing for decades.
"Artistic direction is just that, you know, and obviously subjective. Everyone has their opinion and it's a family show." he said whilst appearing on ITV show Loose Women.
Adding: "I think she is a responsible young lady and maybe the song represented the attitude of, you know, think about it like this: how long have guys been grabbing their crotches?"
Usher with his OMG Tour is currently performing all over the world.OMG is a long tour and the singer is away from home for a long time while on the road.
Usher has unveil he likes to take home comforts with him while he’s travelling.
Usher wants stuffs like a cream sofa and an antique wooden trunk used as a coffee table.
"It makes me feel at home – not just a place of work," he told British newspaper The Independent. "That's why when I first met you, I said, 'Welcome to mia casa.’”
Paris Hilton had quite a fun day Thursday: Paris first took her dog shopping, she went to the salon to get her highlights touched up, went to Katsuya, the Usher concert, And then an after party with her man Cy Waits.
Wow! Obviously, the reality star looked amazing throughout the day first wearing a pretty, feminine floral dress as she shopped with her fluffy pup. Then, she slipped into something more glittery for her big night out.
Paris' big 30th birthday is next week (February 17, for those of you who'd like to wish her well on Twitter) and she's formerly said she's dreading entering the next decade of her life, but we think she looks great and has nothing to worry about! She has a great guy, a new show on the horizon, a fun family (of people and animals)- what else could a gal ask for?
Usher confirms plans to bring his 'OMG' tour back to the U.S. but this time with Akon,after performing at this year's Super Bowl.
On the first leg of his U.S. tour last year, the singer visited with Miguel and Trey Songz now revealed that he will be resuming the tour in the U.S. after he has visited the U.K. and Australia.
At the 53rd Annual Grammy Awards,Usher will be taking to the stage with Justin Bieber and Jaden Smith.
After his half-time performance, Usher tweeted: "and NOW for the big news - the #OMGTOUR is coming back to North America!!... and this time I'll be hitting the road with my boy @akon!!"
On Wednesday,at London's O2 Arena,Usher will play the first of five gigs with a sold-out show.
The US R&B star delighted fans with a hit-laden set,performing as part of his OMG Tour,which included songs from his most recent album 'Versus', as well well as his back-catalogue.
Songs in the set included 'Monstar', 'Love In This Club', 'Mars vs. Venus', 'Hey Daddy (Daddy's Home)', 'U Remind Me', and 'U Don't Have To Call'.
Usher after playing at Arena will return for three more gigs on February 17,18 and 21.
It has been revealed out that Usher concert will form part of this year's Grammy Awards ceremony.
Usher will perform along with the prolific teen singer Justin Bieber as well as Will Smith's daughter Jaden Smith.
BoB, Bruno Mars and Janelle Monae was rumored to play alongside one another at the ceremony.
Sean Garrett writer of Justin new album said that,"The one great thing about Justin Bieber is the fact that his fans are going to grow with him.
"So we want all the fans that started out with him to still be intrigued and excited about him, but we want to also stretch out a little bit and make the fans that are 22-23 years old love Justin as well."
Usher's OMG Tour of the UK starts at the MEN Arena in Manchester on January 26th.
Due to sickness last four shows had been cancelled by Usher and did not continue his show on January 12 in Berlin.
Usher who is currently on European OMG tour suffered from a sinus infection that has affected his health, report stated.In order to regain his health physician had recommended to get enough rest.
Rep of Usher confirms that singer is facing an upper respiratory sickness which force him to postponed his shows.According to consultant he was told to reschedule upcoming dates to be able to rest properly to guarantee he will recover completely.
Apart from the postponed concert in Berlin, the cancelled concerts were scheduled to take place in Antwerp, Rotterdam as well as Oberhausen this week all in Germany.
Usher had asking apology to his fans and supporters for the postponements.According to him, he was truly excited regarding his tour in Europe and he is deeply sorry for rescheduling his concerts.
Usher has confirmed that he will always support Justin Bieber's 'When Things Get Tough'.
Usher expressed that he will be there for 16-year-old Justin if and when he needs him,in an interview with CNN.
"I will be there, supportive of growth. I will be there, supportive of the hard times; I will be there, supportive of the tumultuous situations and circumstances that he may experience in his life."
Usher have confidence on Justin and he thinks that he have achieved so much in very small age and there is more to come for the young star.
"The pitfalls of fame come in time. It should be a long story, which is what we hope for. We hope for longevity and it's definitely looking like a lot of fans will want to grow with him."
The RnB superstar Usher has recently revealed that he wants Cheryl Cole and Susan Boyle on his upcoming UK tour.He would like Cheryl to support him for during his London shows, he would like Susan Boyle to join him for his Glasgow SECC concert.
Usher recently spoke to The Mirror about Cole. “I spent a little time with her in England last month at the X Factor. I’m sure she’s gonna make it in the States. She’s got it going on. I want Cheryl on stage for sure. It will be really nice, if she has time. She got moves.”
The Usher UK tour will embark on 26th February in Manchester, full details of all upcoming Usher live shows are as follows:
MEN Arena, Manchester – January 26th, 20th February NIA Arena, Birmingham – 27th SECC Arena, Glasgow – 29th Echo Arena, Liverpool – 30th January, 24th February O2 Arena, London – 2nd, 3rd, 17th February Motorpoint Arena, Sheffield – 24th February
The Top Hot Tours have the Usher takes No. 1 rung, Dave Matthews Band take No. 2 position and Phish take No. 3 rank.
Usher takes hold of the No. 1 rung on Hot Tours with box office totals reported from the November dates on his OMG Tour that kicked off on Nov. Usher went on to Europe in January with dates booked through the over of March.
The Dave Matthews Band ranks at No. 2 with box office stats reported from its fall arena tour and the Phish in the third spot on the Hop Tours list is the standard bearer of jam band.
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R&B star Usher's charity work and dedication has awarded a prize.
