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India.Arie Shares Clips of Joe Rogan Repeatedly Using the N-Word

India.Arie is clarifying her stance.

After joining a series of artists taking their music off Spotify due to hosting Joe Rogan‘s podcast and COVID-19 misinformation being spread in conversations on the show, the 46-year-old musician went on her Instagram Story to discuss her own personal reasoning.

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Every Musician Who Is Removing Their Music From Spotify Due to COVID Misinformation & Joe Rogan Podcast

Many of the top musicians in the industry are making their voices heard – by taking their voices away.

Several stars have spoken out and condemned Spotify for providing a platform where misinformation about COVID-19 can run rampant, and there is an especially loud outcry specifically about Joe Rogan, who has multi-million dollar deal with Spotify for his podcast, The Joe Rogan Experience. He’s featured controversial guests and discussions questioning the efficacy and necessity of vaccines, and sharing claims debunked by scientists.

Celebrities are openly condemning both Spotify and Joe Rogan for potentially spreading dangerous, life-threatening misinformation. Here’s how Spotify has reacted so far.

Find out which stars are asking to take their music off Spotify due to COVID misinformation…

Angela Bassett, Ciara, Erykah Badu & More Celebrate Each Other at Black Girls Rock Awards!

Angela Bassett, Ciara and Erykah Badu strike a pose on the yellow carpet while stepping out for the 2019 Black Girls Rock Awards held at the Performing Arts Center’s Prudential Hall on Sunday (August 25) in Newark, New Jersey.

The three talented ladies were joined at the event by Regina King, Insecure‘s Issa Rae, Monica, Brandy, H.E.R., Remy Ma, Lil Mama, Ari Lennox, India.Arie, Kiana Ledé, Skai Jackson and hostess of the evening, Niecy Nash.

The annual event honored Angela Bassett with the Icon Award, Regina King with the Star Power Award, Ciara with the Rock Star Award, Debra Martin Chase with the Shot Caller Award, H.E.R. with the Young Gifted and Black Award, and activists of The Mothers of The Movement with the Community Change Agent Award.

The Black Girls Rock Awards will premiere on Sunday, September 8, 2019 at 8:00 P.M. ET/PT.

FYI: Angela is wearing an Alberta Ferretti gown. Ciara is wearing Zuhair Murad Couture and a ring by Graziela Gems. Regina is wearing jewelry by Chopard. Issa is wearing a Greta Constantine dress.

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Ashanti Sparkles in Wavy Gold Dress at the Grammys 2018

Ashanti brought some serious dazzle to the 2018 Grammy Awards red carpet!

The 37-year-old singer stepped out for the event held at Madison Square Garden on Sunday (January 28) in New York City.

She rocked a long-sleeve gold gown featuring a floor-length skirt with a wavy bottom, showing off her new bob hairstyle.

Ashanti was joined India.Arie, who performed “I Am Light” during the premiere ceremony and received a nomination for Best New Age Album for SongVersation: Medicine.

FYI: Ashanti is wearing Yas Couture by Elie Madi with Giuseppe Zanotti shoes.

10+ pictures inside of Ashanti and India.Arie at the event… More Here! »

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Jennifer Lawrence Stuns at Patricia Arquette's Dinner for Equality

Jennifer Lawrence looks stunning in her sheer top while attending the Dinner for Equality on Thursday night (February 25) in Beverly Hills, Calif.

The 25-year-old actress gave a speech at the event, which was co-hosted by Patricia Arquette and Marc Benioff. There were performances from such stars as Stevie Wonder and India.Arie!

Other celebs in attendance included Reese Witherspoon, Lily Tomlin, Marisa Tomei, Minka Kelly, Petra Nemcova, David Blaine, James Van Der Beek and his wife Kimberly, and Hayley Kiyoko.

FYI: Jennifer is wearing a Naeem Khan outfit and Sophia Webster shoes. Petra is wearing a Halston Heritage dress and Salvatore Ferragamo shoes and clutch. Marisa is wearing Sylva & Cie.

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India Arie Defends Zendaya, Is 'Sad' for Giuliana Rancic

India Arie is revealing her thoughts on the Zendaya and Giuliana Rancic controversy.

The 39-year-old singer is one of Zendaya’s idols and the young star has already suggested “some people should listen to India Arie’s ‘I Am Not My Hair’ and contemplate a little before opening your mouth so quickly to judge.”

WATCH: Giuliana Rancic releases a formal video apology to Zendaya

“I wanted to jump in and defend Zendaya – but she’s doing that BEAUTIFULLY herself. VERY. WELL. DONE. It’s a powerful thing to be a TEENAGER in the public eye, and feel empowered to speak up in your own defense. STUNNING!” India started off her post.

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Lady Gaga's Bodyguard Allegedly Swatted India Arie Away

India Arie reaches over to tap on Lady Gaga‘s shoulder on the Grammys red carpet, only to get her hand swatted away by the singer’s bodyguard.

“when I reached to speak to @ladygaga her security swatted my wrist – clapping something hard against my turquoise bracelet #Grammy2015 smh,” the 39-year-old R&B singer tweeted.

After some of Gaga‘s fans lashed out at her for the tweet, India clarified her comments by saying it was not the pop star’s fault as she never noticed it happening. Watch the Vine video below to see the moment happen.

“Lets squash this now – everyone responding to my @ladygaga tweet – i know her i wanted to speak like did everyone else i saw i know,” India added. “Her securty swatted my hand – SHE didnt see me.”

Also pictured inside: Gaga stepping out on Wednesday (February 11) in Santa Monica, Calif.

Click inside to read all of India Arie’s tweets on the incident… More Here! »

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