Poor Bruno Mars can’t even be let alone in peace with his Grammy-winning hit song. A female rap group called The Sequence are claiming that Bruno was inspired by their song “Funk You Up” which was big back in 1979. The group – which consists of Angie Stone, Cheryl the Pearl and Blondy – have yet to actually file a lawsuit, but there has been a lot of talk on the street that they are planning to do so. Funny how Bruno JUST won a Grammy for a song and now people want to sue…. smh. Listen to both songs below and let us know if the ladies have a valid point or not.
False Alarm: Trinidad James Did NOT Win A Grammy For “Uptown Funk”
Mark Ronson and Bruno Mars’s “Uptown Funk” won two Grammy’s the other day for “Record of the Year” and “Best Pop Duo/Group Performance.” Trinidad James was credited on the song due to the fact that his “All Gold Everything” was inserted in the hook. Unfortunately, this does not mean that James won a Grammy for the song.
(Video) Was Bruno Mars Tipped Off About “Uptown Funk” Grammy Win?
After performing together last week for the Superbowl, Beyonce and Bruno Mars have probably formed some kind of bond. That’s could be why he was so hype while she was onstage during last night’s Grammy Awards presenting ‘Record of the Year’, however his outburst has caused some to believe that the “Uptown Funk” singer was tipped off about the win. Bruno shouted, “Let’s do it Beyonce!” before Beyonce was able to announce the winner, then seconds later “Uptown Funk” took the win, sending conspiracy theorists into a frenzy. Check it out below.
(Video) Trinidad Jame$ Talks Using The N-Word + “Uptown Funk” Payout On Ebro In The Morning
After appearing on CNN earlier this week to debate the use of the n-word (particularly because of how much he used it in his breakout hit, “All Gold Everything,”) Trinidad Jame$ dropped by Hot 97’s Ebro In The Morning to delve into the issue some more. The Atlanta rapper also revealed whether he made any money off Bruno Mars’ “Uptown Funk” (since he borrows a line from “All Gold Everything,”) and more. Check out the full interview below!
(Video) Mark Ronson & Bruno Mars Shuts Down The Ellen Show With A Performance Of Uptown Funk
Looking for some tension relief; turn your volumes up for this track. Producer Mark Ronson and Bruno Mars perform “Uptown Funk” on The Ellen DeGeneres Show. Talk about a party and a good ol’ time … Bruno and his crew got the entire studio audience, and Ellen, of course got in on some of the upbeat choreography. This has to be one of the best performances of the new year. Check it out after the jump.
