New Music Friday: Camila Cabello, Jack Harlow, Charlie Puth & More!

Charlie Puth has shared how Elton John's brutal criticism of his 2019 music inspired him to be more honest when he was writing songs.During an appearance on The Ellen Degeneres Show, the 30-year-old singer-songwriter explained the importance of 'telling the truth' in making music.'I felt like my music in 2019, I wasn't…the most important thing you can do, all the songwriters watching this right now, is when you write a song, it's important to tell the truth, and I wasn't really doing that in 2019,' Charlie told Ellen, 64, on Wednesday. Motivation: Charlie Puth has shared how Elton John's brutal criticism of his 2019 music inspired him to be more honest when he was writing songs.

Charlie Puth got some harsh criticism from Elton John.

Sometimes you need one of your heroes to set you straight.

ED SHEERAN already spends loads of time with stars, but now he has forked out a fortune on special kit so he can watch them every night – by getting into astronomy. I can reveal that Ed has invested in an observatory dome in his back garden and has filled it with state-of-the-art equipment for his new hobby.

Selena Gomez is sharing her appreciation for Camila Cabello and her new album ‘Familia,’ revealing what seems to be her favorite song of the project, showing off her moves to ‘Bam Bam’ featuring Ed Sheeran.The 29-year-old singer and actress, who recently called out body shamers in a new video, can be seen dancing to the rhythm of Camila’s new track. Singing the lyrics, “Así es la vida, sí, yeah that’s just life baby.

Camila Cabello hits the Today Show stage for the Citi Concert Series on Tuesday (April 12) in New York City.

Today show. Cabello stuck to a tried-and-true light wash—a nod to the brightening spring skies and the more-is-more trend we're seeing slowly take over our Instagram feeds. Cabello also wore an all-denim puffer, adding an extra layer to her jean look.

She released her third studio album, Familia, on Friday and has since revealed a few of the new hits from her latest catalog.Camila Cabello was in great spirits on Tuesday morning as she took to the stage for an intimate performance at Rockefeller Plaza for NBC's Today Show.The 25-year-old singer rocked a sparkling trench coat to match her all-denim ensemble where she revealed her latest record helped her achieve 'better mental health.' Sing out loud:Camila Cabello was in great spirits on Tuesday morning as she took to the stage for an intimate performance at Rockefeller Plaza for NBC's Today ShowCamila's eclectic outfit included a strapless denim bustier with a silver button to match a pair of slacks which were fashioned into one pair of pants from multiple pieces of fabric. Her heavy coat featured rhinestone plaid detailing along the back, and she wore a pair of matching gloves.The Cuban born beauty wore her long brown hair in natural waves and added a touch of shimmery shadow to her lids, with a pale pink gloss on her lips.

Camila Cabello shared her skincare routine and beauty secrets with Vogue in a new video, and in the process, she revealed her relationship status since splitting from Shawn Mendes in Nov. 2021. While finishing up her everyday makeup look, Camila showed off her favorite lip gloss. As she put it on her lips, she shared, “Now that I’m single, I wear a lot more lipstick and red lips and brown lips. I don’t like the feeling of kissing someone with with gloss on. It’s a lot. So now that I’m not kissing anybody, it’s gloss time, baby!”

Jem Aswad Senior Music EditorJ Balvin has postponed his long-awaited “Jose” tour, which was scheduled to launch next week in San Antonio, citing Covid-related “unforeseen production challenges.”The six-week tour was scheduled to cross North America before wrapping in Puerto Rico on June 4; he was also scheduled to appear at the Viva LA Music Festival in Los Angeles on June 25. A quick look at Ticketmaster shows a large number of unsold tickets in many venues on the tour.Balvin, who recently released two songs with Ed Sheeran, “Sigue” and “Forever My Love,” is renowned for elaborate and eye-popping concert tours like, his 2019 “Arcoiris” tour, which stunned the Coachella audience and then traveled across the world.

Jack Harlow is heading for his first-ever UK Number 1 single this week with First Class. If he can hold off some stiff competition from Harry Styles, of course. 

Jack Harlow has topped this week's Official Trending Chart, as First Class enters into a close battle for Number 1 in the UK. 

Jack Harlow has Fergie to thank for his latest hit. The 24-year-old rapper samples “Glamorous” on his latest single, “First Class,” and it was a long time coming.“I grew up loving Fergie, like she literally inspired me,” the “What’s Poppin” rapper told ET’s Denny Directo at the Kids’ Choice Awards on Saturday. “When I was in 5th grade, I tried to perform 'Fergalicious' at the talent show," he added. «I have, like, a strong artistic connection to Fergie.

Jada Pinkett Smith made her first red carpet appearance over the weekend following the much-talked-about Oscar altercation between Will Smith and Chris Rock.MORE: Jada Pinkett Smith showcases baby bump in gorgeous photoNow fully back on social media, the star has been sharing pictures from her weekend, including a proud moment involving her daughter Willow Smith.Taking to Instagram, the A Different World actress shared a picture of her daughter and Camila Cabello posing together backstage at Saturday Night Live.VIDEO: Will Smith punches Chris Rock at the OscarsIn the caption, Jada wrote: "Who got to see these two talented beauties @willowsmith @camila_cabello on SNL last night?"MORE: Jada Pinkett Smith makes red carpet return following Oscars nightMORE: Jada Pinkett Smith looks like a Bond girl at Critics' Choice AwardsThe Hollywood star added a series of emojis including a love heart and a flexing muscle alongside her message.Jada also shared pictures from her night out on Saturday too, where she stepped out in a dazzling gold gown to support her friend Debbie Allen for the opening of her Dance Academy. Jada Pinkett Smith paid tribute to her daughter Willow SmithAlongside photos of her walking the red carpet, Jada wrote: "@therealdebbieallen said wrap it all in gold and come let the kids fill your soul.

Camila Cabello has had a big weekend. The singer released her awaited record “Familia” and was Saturday Night Live’s musical guest, in an episode hosted by Jake Gyllenhaal.Camila Cabello shares a touching essay about body insecurityCamila Cabello and Willow Smith collab in new song ‘Psychofreak’Cabello performed “Bam Bam” and “Psychofreak.” For the latter performance, she was joined onstage by Willow Smith, who was also playing the guitar.

Ed Sheeran has said that he now films “every single writing session” to prevent future copyright cases into his songs.Sheeran recently won a copyright case at the High Court over claims that he plagiarised hit song ‘Shape Of You’ from two other writers.Sheeran along with two of his co-writers – Snow Patrol’s Johnny McDaid and producer Steve McCutcheon – were accused of plagiarising part of a track called ‘Oh Why’ by Sami Chokri, who performs under the alias Sami Switch.Sheeran and his co-authors, denied all allegations of copying, claiming that they don’t remember hearing ‘Oh Why’ before the claims were lodged.

Wet Leg lead the race for this week’s Number 1 album, currently outselling their closest competition almost 4:1. 

estrellas we love have been busy with a variety of projects, ranging from music to fashion. This week, they shared posts of some great performances, new collaborations with fashion brands, and really great looks.

Jack Harlow has discussed the legacy of his rap hero Eminem, saying Marshall Mathers’ music is “forever immortal”.Harlow recently announced the release of his second studio album, ‘Come Home The Kids Miss You’, and shared Fergie-sampling single ‘First Class’, which went viral on TikTok ahead of its release last week.The follow-up to 2020’s ‘That’s What They All Say’ is set to arrive on May 6 via Generation Now/Atlantic Records, and has already been previewed with the single ‘Nail Tech’.In a new cover feature with Rolling Stone, Harlow spoke of some of his musical heroes, and hit out at Eminem’s critics.“I think that shit is still forever immortal and we’re gonna get back to it,” Harlow said of Marshall Mathers’ music. “We’re a couple years away from everyone reviving that shit as a culture and being like, ‘Look at this shit.”He added: “Everyone’s gonna pay their rightful respects again.

Camila Cabello celebrated her Saturday Night Live performance with a late-night stop for pizza.The 25-year-old hitmaker was spotted leaving the pizzeria on Saturday night following her performance on the show, where she played songs from her new studio album Familia.Cabello wore a stark white T-shirt and leather coat as she left the eatery with a smile on her face. Night on the town:Camila Cabello was spotted during a late-night trip to Joe's Pizza after her Saturday Night Live performanceThe Latin Grammy winner also rocked a wide-legged set of graphic-printed pants and a pair of black running shoes.

Camila Cabello isn't placing any blame on the other four members of Fifth Harmony following her exit from the group in 2016. Cabello seemingly addressed the split on the track, «Psychofreak,» off her new album -- which she also performed on, where she served as this week's musical guest.In the song, Cabello sings, «I don't blame the girls for how it went down.»Cabello spoke with  ahead of her April 8 album release where she confirmed that the lyrics were in fact about her former group members — Normani Kordei, Ally Brooke, Dinah Jane and Lauren Jauregui. In the interview, the «Bam Bam» singer told the publication that the song was «basically about anxiety and all of the different things that have made up my journey with anxiety and starting off really young in the industry.»The group has stayed in touch since the split, with Cabello telling the outlet that she's «in a really good place» with her former bandmates.