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With 2010 in the books, it’s time to look ahead to the music of 2011. With so many big name albums dropping, we thought we’d keep you briefed on some of the biggest name albums coming this year. Check out The MetroLyrics Blog’s 10 most highly anticipated albums of 2011 below.

10. Dr. Dre – Detox – Release: February

After waiting year, after year, after year for Dr. Dre’s return to the mic, it looks like we’ll finally be hearing his much anticipated album Detox in early 2011. In recent interviews, Dre has gone on the record saying that Detox is an “inspired” album. We’re not entirely sure what to make of that, but if lead single “Kush” is a sign of what to expect, we’ll be hearing ample amounts of Dre’s signature bass heavy west coast hip-hop on Detox.

9. The Strokes – TBA – Release: Spring

It was nearly 10 years ago that The Strokes roared out of the gates and took the Rock world by storm with their debut album Is This It. Fast forward to today and The Strokes career arc hasn’t been quite as promising as many would have hoped. But after a number of album delays, The Strokes look like they’ve finally gotten it together for their upcoming album. Lead singer Julian Casablancas Tweeted in November that the record is complete and to expect it early this year.

8. Adele – 21 – Release: January 24

After releasing her debut album 19 at the age of 19, Adele is back two years later with a new album 21 (Are you seeing a trend here?). So far, the extra 2 years of maturity seem to be helping. The album’s lead single “Rolling In The Deep” is a hauntingly beautiful song, and if 21 is full of tracks like it, Adele will have no problem meeting our lofty expectations.

7. Lil’ Wayne – The Carter IV – Release: TBA

After having 9 months of prison time to stir his creative juices, Lil’ Wayne looks poised to drop the latest edition in his The Carter series, The Carter IV, sometime in early 2011. Despite the fact that Wayne is one of the most prolific rap artists alive today, he tends to save his best material for his Carter albums. Here’s hoping that The Carter IV doesn’t buck that tradition.

6. Kanye West & Jay-Z – Watch The Throne – Release: TBA

What’s better than one multi-platinum hip-hop recording artist? Well two of course!Kanye West and Jay-Z have hip-hop fans wondering what to expect from their massive upcoming collaboration album Watch The Throne. Earlier this week, the album’s lead single “H.A.M.” made it’s way to the web, which leads us to believe we’ll be hearing more of the album in the near future.

5. Blink-182 – TBA – Release: TBA

For anybody that grew up in the 90s, Blink-182 is more than a band, they’re like friends. Blink’s blend of pop-punk melancholy was the soundtrack to adolescence for kids of many ages. For anyone even vaguely familiar, this comeback record comes with some heavy nostalgia. No word yet as to whether or not the band will change their classic sound, but we’ll definitely be listening to find out. There’s still no release date or official title yet, but that’s not stopping us from getting excited.

4. Beyonce – TBA – Release: TBA

After solidifying I Am… Sasha Fierce as a classic album with hits like “Single Ladies” and “Halo,” Beyonce is set to return in 2011 with her next record. It’s hard to imagine her improving upon her last effort, but album producer Sean Garret claims the two are taking the album “to a whole other level.” We’ll see how that turns out, but if it measures anywhere close to the last we’ll be happy.

3. Avril Lavigne – Goodbye Lullaby – March 8

It’s been some time since we’ve heard anything from “Complicated” singer, Avril Lavigne. In the past few years, Avril’s made plenty of tabloid headlines, but nothing in the form of new music. Maybe that’s why her upcoming “Goodbye Lullaby” album is so heavily anticipated. The album’s lead single “What The Hell” premiered on New Year’s Eve, and features a more mature sounding Avril. We’ll wait and see if Avril’s loyal fans dig it.

2. Britney Spears – TBA – Release: Spring

Over the past decade, Britney Spears has gone from the high of her early multi-platinum albums to the infamous low of shaving her head off in front of the paparazzi. But it looks like Brit is on her way back to the top in 2011 with one of the most anticipated albums of the year. Talk about a career rollercoaster!

Just a few days back, Brit released the first single off of her upcoming comeback album, entitled “Hold It Against Me.” The song proceeded to break radio play records and hit #1 on iTunes the first day of release. It’s tough to doubt Brit’s rise back to the top at this point.

1. Lady Gaga – Born This Way – Release: May 23

After only two albums, Lady Gaga has become arguably the biggest pop-star in the world. Whether you love her or hate her, “Born This Way” is surely one of the most anticipated albums of 2011.

Just recently, Gaga herself proclaimed that “Born This Way” will be “the album of the decade.” That’s a pretty lofty statement given that we’ve barely begun this decade. But despite what Gaga thinks about it, the real judgement comes from her fans. Only time will tell how Gaga’s Little Monster fans will react to “Born This Way.” The debate begins February 13th with the release of the album’s first single.

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The first single, “H.A.M.,” from the upcoming Kanye West and Jay-Z collaboration album Watch The Throne hit the web late last night.

For a minute here, lemme try and break this hip-hop all-star collaboration down mathematically. If my numbers are correct, Jay-Z’s record sales sit at over 50 million for his career. Add that to Kanye’s total of nearly 20 million and you’ve got yourself 70 million or so reasons to be EXTREMELY excited for Watch The Throne.

The first single “H.A.M.” is just the right thing to wet your appetite for the album that is expected to drop sometime around March.

Have a listen to “H.A.M.” at the Watch The Throne Facebook Page. Only thing is, ya gotta “Like” the page to hear it.

*Update* Seems like the Watch The Throne Facebook Page is having some trouble with the amount of traffic, so you may or may not be able to hear the track at the moment. We’ll keep you posted if there’s an update on the status.

Check out the lyrics to “H.A.M.” here at MetroLyrics.com.

The wait is over! Britney pushed up the release of her hotly anticipated new single “Hold It Against Me” by a day, as it hit the radio airwaves earlier today.

Even on first listen, it’s clear we’ve got a hit on our hands. The song’s thundering bass line rolls along beneath Britney’s traditional airy vocals. The lyrics are catchy, and we can’t help but snicker at Brit’s clever little double-entendre in the chorus: “If I said I want your body now, would you hold it against me?”

We can already feel the dance-floor shaking with this sure-fire hit. Have a listen to it below.

Britney Spears – “Hold It Against Me”

What do you think of “Hold It Against Me”? Are you a fan? Let us know in the comments.

Check out the lyrics to “Hold It Against Me” here.

Attention, Little Monsters! 2011 is about to get seriously Gaga-fied!

Through to her trusty Twitter account, Lady Gaga finally revealed the confirmed release dates for her “Born This Way” song and album. Gaga tweeted the above image, accompanied by the text:

THE SONG 2 13 11 THE RECORD 5 23 11

If we’re reading that correctly, it means we’ll be hearing the first single as of February 13th, with the album release following on May 23rd! So start the countdown, Gaga fans! Those dates will be here before you know it!

Are you excited to hear new material from Lady Gaga? Tell us in the comments below.

From the looks of things, Jay-Z’s Las Vegas New Year’s bash was a blast. The video below, captured by a party attendee, shows Jay, Kanye, and Rihanna sippin’ champagne (a bit too much, perhaps?) and toasting the night away.

Now I know what you’re thinking: Why would we post a video of a party? Well, if you listen closely, you’ll hear Kanye making a surprise announcement that the much anticipated ‘Ye & Jay collabo album “Watch The Throne” will be dropping in one week. Whoa!

We’re not quite sure whether it’s official or if it was just the champagne talking, but watch the video below and decide for yourself.

If you thought Willow Smith’s “Whip My Hair” was her 15 minutes of fame, you’re gonna want to listen up. A snippet for a brand new song from Willow has dropped on the net, and guess what: it bangs! We can’t wait to hear the finished product because this thing has hit written all over it.

The song will be included on Willow’s upcoming debut album, but there is no word yet as to whether or not it’ll serve as the next single. Listen to the brief snippet below.

Willow Smith – “Rockstar”

Will this song be a hit? What do you think? Tell us in the comments.

Keri Hilson’s brand new album No Boys Allowed dropped yesterday, and we’ve had a chance to listen to it all the way through. After listening, we’ve gotta say that we’re definitely digging the new album. Below you can find three of our favorite tracks from the album to give you a taste of what Keri has to offer.

“Buyou”

No Boys Allowed starts out with a bang, as the thumping horn beat of the first song, “Buyou,” rolls hard. On the song, Keri sings about not needing any more mooching guys in her life. Much like TLC’s classic track “No Scrubs” did, “Buyou” delivers a message loud and clear to all the guys interested in Ms. Hilson: She’s in the market for a boy not a man, so don’t come calling if you don’t have the maturity (and money, for that matter) to back it up. The song has all the makings of a hit, like a dance-worthy beat, and some hip-hop flavor, thanks to J.Cole’s solid verse, making it a definite album highlight.

“Pretty Girl Rock”

If there’s one thing you should take from the smash hit single, “Pretty Girl Rock,” it’s that Keri Hilson is hot stuff and she knows it. On the track, Ms. Hilson sings, “My name is Keri. I’m so very fly. Oh my, it’s a little bit scary.” And even though some might interpret these lyrics as arrogant, it turns out “Pretty Girl Rock” is more of an anthem for female empowerment. It’s another high points on the album, and we’re not the least bit surprised that it’s been a mainstay on the MetroLyrics charts for weeks.

“Breaking Point”

On “Breaking Point,” Keri let’s us know she’s got a limit. Her man is giving her the run-around and she’s reached the “breaking point.” There’s a limit to her love, and she’s urging other ladies to set a limit too. It goes like this: If he ain’t man enough, girl, if you’ve had enough, tell him, there’s a limit to my love.”

The image of Keri Hilson as a strong and powerful woman comes through on these songs and the rest of the album through a mix of really catchy tracks. No Boys Allowed is a solid sophomore effort from Keri Hilson, and with any luck, the album will stake her place as an R&B force now and into the future.

Look for No Boys Allowed now, available in stores everywhere. Check out the lyrics to the album here.

If you haven’t heard yet, a new video from Julliane Hough is stirring up some serious controversy. There’s a rumour going around that the Dancing With The Stars Alum’s latest music video for her song  “Is That So Wrong” has been banned by CMT for being too racy. So naturally, everyone is scouring the Internet to find a copy of it to watch. Only problem is, the thing is nearly impossible to find.

Ah, but you can trust the MetroLyricsBlog to do the hard work for you. We’ve tracked down a copy of the vid, and after first watch, we’ve gotta say, we’re not really sure what all the fuss is about. I mean, sure she gets sexy in it, dancing around in her underwear and all. But to say this video should be banned is definitely a bit strict. I mean, this thing is like child’s play compared to Christina Aguilera’s infamous “Dirty” video, and that thing made it’s way to TV.

Watch the “Is That So Wrong” video here.

What do you think? Should the video be banned from the airwaves? Tell us in the comments below.

Check out the lyrics to “Is That So Wrong” here.

It looks like being the queen of our Christmas Classics List wasn’t enough for Mariah Carey. Today she released a song and video for her version of the classic New Year’s Eve song “Auld Lang Syne.”

If you’re looking to put a fresh spin on your New Year’s Eve this year, throw on this track for a hip new take on a New Year’s Eve. Find the song on Mariah’s “Merry Christmas II You” album, available now to buy.

Mariah Carey – “Auld Lang Syne” Video

Check out the lyrics to the song here.

A new music video from OK Go? Yes, please!

In true OK Go style, the band have once again put together an elaborate music video. Can you show me another band that puts as much thought and effort into their music videos? I sincerely doubt it.

This video, for their track “Back From Kathmandu,” shows the band leading a parade of people through the streets of L.A. Using the Range Rover’s Pule of the City app, their parade route is shown from above in the shape of the letters OK Go. Check it out below for the visual.

“Back From Kathmandu” is available now on their EP, Of the Blue Colour of the Sky.

OK Go – “Back From Kathmandu” Music Video

Read the lyrics to “Back From Kathmandu” here.

Need a little bit of help to get into the holiday spirit? Well we’ve got the perfect thing. The MetroLyrics blog has put together a list of favorite holiday hits to get you in the mood. Check out the videos below after the jump for a healthy dose of holiday cheer, plus click each song title for the lyrics at MetroLyrics.com.

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Newly formed super group Diddy-Dirty Money have been garnering a lot of hype. Fresh off a buzzworthy performance at last month’s AMAs, Diddy-Dirty Money are heating up. It’s no wonder then that their latest video takes place in the cold snow. They’ve gotta cool off somehow, right? ;)

Check out their latest video for “Ass On The Floor” featuring Swizz Beatz, off their new album Last Train To Paris, below.

Diddy-Dirty Money feat. Swizz Beatz – “Ass On The Floor” Video

Check out the lyrics to “Ass On The Floor” here.

If you’re looking for some classic holiday tunes with a modern twist, check out All Akcess Entertainment’s “A Traditional Freestyle Christmas Vol. 1.”

The album includes classic favorites like “Silent Night,” “Winter Wonderland,” and “Santa Baby,” given a contemporary spin from names like George Lamond, Cruz, Lisette Menendez, and many more.

Head on over to their site here to preview the songs on the album. It might just be the perfect thing to raise your holiday spirits ;)

The music video for Michael Jackson’s posthumous single, “Hold My Hand” featuring Akon, has been released. “Hold My Hand” is off of Michael’s upcoming album, Michael, in stores December 15th.

We’re still feelin’ a bit weird about this whole releasing music after death thing, so we’re just gonna post this and let you decide if you like it or not.

Michael Jackson feat. Akon – “Hold My Hand” Music Video

Check out the lyrics to “Hold My Hand” here.

T.I. has dropped a new music video for the title track from his brand new album.

The song, “No Mercy” feat. The-Dream, is a message from a man in need of some forgiveness, who just can’t seem to get any.

You see, T.I.’s currently serving an 11 month prison sentence for a probation violation. So if it sounds like he’s a little down on his luck, now you know why.

From what we’ve heard thus far from his new album, T.I.’s never worn his heart on his sleeve like this before, and the song “No Mercy” is definitely no exception.

Check it out below, and let us know what you think of it in the comments.

T.I.  feat. The-Dream – “No Mercy” Video

Check out the lyrics to “No Mercy” here.

Flo Rida’s back with a a new single, “Who Dat Girl” feat. Akon, off of his new album Only One Flo (Part 1).

In typical Flo-Rida fashion, the song’s got a thumping dance beat and catchy chorus to get people everywhere dancing the night away. And now, we’ve got a video to go along with it.

In the video, Flo-Rida and a friend are browsing the Internet before a night out on the town. But when one of them accidentally spills a drink on the laptop, things get weird.

Out of nowhere a holographic woman appears who, as it happens, also likes to party. Watch Flo-Rida and his digital girlfriend party all night with Akon and the gang in the video below.

Flo-Rida feat. Akon – “Who Dat Girl” Video

Check out the lyrics to “Who Dat Girl” here.

About a week back we posted the video for Jesse McCartney’s track, “Shake,” off of his upcoming album, Have It All. It gave us our first taste of a new look and sound from Jesse McCartney, one with a grown up look and different musical style. We have to admit, the whole thing began to stir our excitement for Jesse’s upcoming album.

Today, we were happy to hear more new material from Jesse, as another song from his upcoming album showed up on the web. This track’s called “One Night,” and has a very radio friendly sound to it. Even though “Shake” had a bit of a hard time shaking up the charts, “One Night” could fare a bit better for Jesse. Unless you’re a psychic, we’ll have to wait and see what happens. For now, have a listen to the track below and let us know what you think of it in the comments.

Jesse McCartney – “Shake”

Check out the lyrics to “Shake” here.

British songstress Adele has released a new video for her song, “Rolling In The Deep.”

“Rolling In The Deep,” tells us of a love gone bad. Adele sings, “The scars of your love, they leave me breathless. I can’t help feeling we could have had it all … You had my heart inside of your hand, and you played it to the beat.”

Shot inside an empty house, the video’s setting adds to the pain and loneliness of Adele’s words. It’s a classic example of a video and song that compliment each other perfectly, and proof that even a simple music video can be powerful.

The song is available to buy as a single now, and look for “Rolling In The Deep” to be included on Adele’s upcoming album, 21, due out January 24th in the UK and February 22nd in North America.

Check out the video for “Rolling In The Deep” below. Let us know if you like it in the comments.

Adele – “Rolling In The Deep” Video

Check out the lyrics to “Rolling In The Deep” here.