Avery Heeringa, Columbia College Chicago
Although it was regarded as a commercial flop, her 1992 album blazed a new path for female artists who wanted to express their sexuality in their music.
Although it was regarded as a commercial flop, her 1992 album blazed a new path for female artists who wanted to express their sexuality in their music.
Alyssa Griffin, Molloy College
The rise of makeup and beauty trends that try to emulate Asian features has prompted discussions about the harmful effects of stereotypes.
The rise of makeup and beauty trends that try to emulate Asian features has prompted discussions about the harmful effects of stereotypes.
Jordan Oulela, University of Texas at San Antonio
Oftentimes, the hype around a highly anticipated album is ruined when it’s leaked to the public without the artist’s consent. But recently, stars like Ariana Grande and Maisie Peters are using the practice to give them an edge and fuel more excitement for future releases.
Oftentimes, the hype around a highly anticipated album is ruined when it’s leaked to the public without the artist’s consent. But recently, stars like Ariana Grande and Maisie Peters are using the practice to give them an edge and fuel more excitement for future releases.
Asiya Robinson, Rowan University
The Netflix original may have garnered polarizing opinions from fans and reviewers, but the film’s central issue is what everyone should be paying attention to.
The Netflix original may have garnered polarizing opinions from fans and reviewers, but the film’s central issue is what everyone should be paying attention to.
In her newest holiday album, Kelly Clarkson makes her mark by combining fresh, personal lyrics with traditional carols: It’s a dazzling gift to give and receive.
In her newest holiday album, Kelly Clarkson makes her mark by combining fresh, personal lyrics with traditional carols: It’s a dazzling gift to give and receive.
Katherine Bry, Washington University
The Netflix special takes a look at the emotions behind the singer’s Sweetener world tour.
The Netflix special takes a look at the emotions behind the singer’s Sweetener world tour.
Danielle Kuzel, Florida State University
The pop singer has a past full of rushed and rocky relationships. Is her new one moving too fast, or is happiness more important?
The pop singer has a past full of rushed and rocky relationships. Is her new one moving too fast, or is happiness more important?
Tanisha Bhat, Boston University
While some critics have dismissed the artist’s latest album, a look at the lyrics paints a portrait of a singer who has found some measure of peace after a period of chaos.
While some critics have dismissed the artist’s latest album, a look at the lyrics paints a portrait of a singer who has found some measure of peace after a period of chaos.
Ian Nordin, University of Texas at San Antonio
Whether you think the genre is long gone or still thriving, it continues to influence artists like Billie Eilish, Ariana Grande and Tyler, the Creator.
Whether you think the genre is long gone or still thriving, it continues to influence artists like Billie Eilish, Ariana Grande and Tyler, the Creator.
Rose Younglove, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor
They say it’s not good to keep it bottled up, but is letting it out doing more harm than good?
They say it’s not good to keep it bottled up, but is letting it out doing more harm than good?
The event was overshadowed by the death of Kobe Bryant and looming allegations about the Recording Academy.
Released just moments after her Sweetener World Tour ended, this recording perfectly captures the intensity and skill of the musician’s live performances.
Released just moments after her Sweetener World Tour ended, this recording perfectly captures the intensity and skill of the musician’s live performances.
Jake Mauriello, SUNY New Paltz
Nothings says ’tis the season like a go-to Christmas track.
Nothings says ’tis the season like a go-to Christmas track.
Emma Lichtenstein, Brandeis University
Almost seven years after the beloved Nickelodeon show ended, it’s finally available on the popular streaming service. Ariana Grande and Victoria Justice have come a long way.
Almost seven years after the beloved Nickelodeon show ended, it’s finally available on the popular streaming service. Ariana Grande and Victoria Justice have come a long way.
The album is full of legends, from Chaka Khan to Donna Summer.
Rebecca McKinley Parsons, Wake Forest University
This collaboration between Miley Cyrus, Lana Del Rey and Ariana Grande is a heavenly pairing.
This collaboration between Miley Cyrus, Lana Del Rey and Ariana Grande is a heavenly pairing.
Taylor Sprinkle, University of Texas at Austin
Move over men, Tommy Genesis is here to reclaim the female body.
Move over men, Tommy Genesis is here to reclaim the female body.
The bop brings R&B vibes and creative sounds.
As the eligibility period comes to a close, Ariana Grande and Billie Eilish look to dominate.
As the eligibility period comes to a close, Ariana Grande and Billie Eilish look to dominate.
Katelyn Melder, Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
Two years after Styles teased new music, the follow-up to his successful 2017 debut album has been shrouded in mystery.
Two years after Styles teased new music, the follow-up to his successful 2017 debut album has been shrouded in mystery.
Amber Amortegui, Palm Beach Atlantic University
Did your favorite make the cut?
Did your favorite make the cut?
A line-by-line breakdown of Grande’s ode to splits.
Kelsey Rogers, Susquehanna University
‘break up with your girlfriend, i’m bored’ is deeper than you think.
‘break up with your girlfriend, i’m bored’ is deeper than you think.
Anna Sutherland, American University
Each song in the 12-track project offers a new perspective on feminism.
Each song in the 12-track project offers a new perspective on feminism.
Gabrielle Sheehan, Montclair State University
The award show’s cryptic methodology has led to widespread criticism in recent years.
The award show’s cryptic methodology has led to widespread criticism in recent years.
Gabrielle Sheehan, Montclair State University
The hip-hop community is nonplussed, to say the least, with Grande’s latest sampling choices.
The hip-hop community is nonplussed, to say the least, with Grande’s latest sampling choices.
Gracie Riley, University of South Carolina-Columbia
You’ll find that the lovely singer only gets sweet[en]er.
You’ll find that the lovely singer only gets sweet[en]er.
Sarah Brown, University of Florida
Grande’s savvy branding has elevated her from musician to pop culture icon.
Grande’s savvy branding has elevated her from musician to pop culture icon.
Becca Blyn, Harvey Mudd College
The superstar has transformed from a sweet, talented actress into a goddess.
The superstar has transformed from a sweet, talented actress into a goddess.
Move over, Taylor Swift.
Alexis Rogers, Temple University
On ‘Sweetener,’ the songstress gets personal about how the Manchester bombing changed her life.
On ‘Sweetener,’ the songstress gets personal about how the Manchester bombing changed her life.
Maya Ramani, University of Virginia
Tomorrow, Grande blesses the world.
Tomorrow, Grande blesses the world.
Maya Ramani, University of Virginia
Here are four other twosomes that need to put out music together, asap.
Here are four other twosomes that need to put out music together, asap.
Jamie Lovley, University of Maine
The wedding fantasies of millions of Beliebers were destroyed overnight.
The wedding fantasies of millions of Beliebers were destroyed overnight.
Kylie Harrington, University of Southern California
Peteiana Grandson leaves no moment undocumented, but also leave no questions answered.
Peteiana Grandson leaves no moment undocumented, but also leave no questions answered.
Cameron Andersen, New York University
All it takes is a certain je ne sais quoi, and maybe Ariana Grande will want to marry you, too.
All it takes is a certain je ne sais quoi, and maybe Ariana Grande will want to marry you, too.
Alexis Rogers, Temple University
Like manna in the dessert, ‘Raindrops’ has come to sustain desperate Grande fans.
Like manna in the dessert, ‘Raindrops’ has come to sustain desperate Grande fans.
Michaela Sickles, Suffolk University
Summer is the best time to listen to new music and find that perfect song that will follow you from the beach, BBQs and all of your fun in the sun.
Summer is the best time to listen to new music and find that perfect song that will follow you from the beach, BBQs and all of your fun in the sun.
This might be the year we finally retire Diana Ross’s “I’m Coming Out.”