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Shaq Doesn’t Want Daughters Dating NBA Players

He’s one of the most celebrated sports icons in the world, so if there’s anyone who knows how the professional baller-male mind works, it’s Shaquille O’Neal. The NBA icon and sports commentator has carved out a career steeped in all things basketball, and his children have even become formidable forces on the court. However, that doesn’t mean that Shaq has big plans for his daughters to walk down the aisle with ballers as the proud father has made it clear that he prefers for them to keep away from NBA players.

“I want them to be fully educated or… fully independent,” the 48-year-old father of six told Us Weekly. “I want them to have most of those goals and once they get 18 on and they become little mini adults, I’m not going to be the dad that says, ‘Do this, do that.’ [I’ll] guide them in the right path.” He added, “In the perfect world, I’d like them to have a bachelors and masters and [be] going into their own field.”

Shaq was asked if he’d want his daughters—Taahirah, 24, Amirah, 18, and Me’arah, 14—to date NBA players and he answered, “Probably not.” We can only imagine what Shaq has seen, and done, as a professional player, so he doesn’t want his girls getting mixed up in that. Earlier this year, he told the publication that he’d prefer if his daughters began dating at 25-years-old, which may be a bit of a stretch.

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Kieran James Honors Memory with “Part of the Grind”

Singer-songwriter Kieran James delivers a devastating new single with “Part of the Grind,” a track to tackle the tangled emotions behind loss and memory. A love letter penned to a close friend who faced severe cognitive decline, the song’s emotional heft feels universal yet heartbreakingly personal.

Set to delicate instrumentation and achingly sung vocals, “Part of the Grind” is both a lament and an honoring, a means of remembering while addressing the unavoidable cost of time and illness. His voice floats, leaving room for silence and the long pauses that so often come with grief. But in that silence, there is warmth as well, a refusal to let memory be totally extinguished.

Resilience is also implied in the song’s title, a reminder that even in heartbreak, life goes on and holding the memory of someone stays with the rhythm of everyday living. it’s an anthem for anyone who has ever looked on witnessing decline, mixed sorrow with love.

In Kieran James’s “Part of the Grind,” we hear music as well as go behind it. He gives us room feel, to mourn, and to honor. In the process, he turns private pain into something achingly universal, a song for everyone who has either loved or lost.

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Esthy glows up with joy on new anthem “light it up”

In her latest song, “light it up,” singer-songwriter and producer Esthy from LA brings a vibrant and uplifting vibe that feels like sunshine in musical form. By mixing elements of playful country with polished pop sounds, she creates a track that’s all about having fun and enjoying life.

Esthy’s singing truly shines, showcasing a lively and confident style. There’s a playful tone in her voice that makes the lyrics feel friendly and inviting, encouraging you to set aside your worries and immerse yourself in the moment.

“light it up” radiates energy and is lively and bright, featuring catchy guitar riffs and upbeat rhythms that draw you in right away. If you enjoy artists like Anne-Marie or OneRepublic, you’ll love this song, and Esthy adds her unique flair, making it special and memorable.

Esthy has a talent for creating catchy melodies, and with this one, you’ll find yourself humming throughout your day. Esthy is here to spread joy, inspire energy, and make music that connects with you instantly. This track is designed to remind you of your true unstoppable nature, and Esthy lights it up.

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