Well, folks, Bruno Mars is on a roll, and he’s doing it with a cheeky smile. Just after shattering records on Spotify, Mars decided to lighten the mood around rumors of his alleged gambling debt.
Earlier this month, Mars paired up with Sexyy Red to release their joint track, “Fat Juicy & Wet.” Promoted as a strip club anthem, the song has sparked mixed reactions. Some fans find it entertaining, while others think it falls short of expectations. Nevertheless, this controversial single has clearly played a part in his latest milestone.
Bruno Mars has achieved a significant new record on Spotify, becoming the first artist to reach 150 million monthly listeners. That’s an impressive number by any standard, and Mars didn’t miss a beat when celebrating. He took to social media with a quip: “KEEP STREAMING! I’ll be out of debt in no time,” poking fun at the buzzing rumor of his $50 million gambling debt.
Meanwhile, podcaster Joe Budden had a critical take on the Mars and Sexyy Red collaboration. “Will it work? Yes,” he stated firmly, acknowledging its commercial potential. However, Budden voiced his discomfort with the formula behind the song, suggesting that it targets racial dynamics in its appeal. “This song is going to work,” he said, but questioned its authenticity and execution, “I have a problem with the formula used to attract Black listeners versus the formula used to attract a white audience.”
Despite varying opinions, the collaboration’s impact on Bruno Mars’ streaming success is undeniable. The buzz around “Fat Juicy & Wet” seems to push his already stellar career to greater heights, with a bit of humor sprinkled in to keep things light.
Bruno Mars reminds us that in the music industry, staying playful can be as important as staying successful. Even with mixed reviews and rumors swirling, his latest achievement reflects his enduring appeal and knack for connecting with fans. Whether he’s in debt or not, Mars is definitely hitting the right notes.
