Usher & Ella Mai Serenade One Another On "Don't Waste My Time"

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An R&B love jam to snuggle up to during these winter months.

The new generation of R&B artists are staking their claims in the genre, but Usher is making sure that folks don't forget that he knows that he's the ultimate hitmaker. On Friday, the veteran artist released his new jam "Don't Waste My Time" featuring "Boo'd Up" singer Ella Mai. The pair's vocals blend effortlessly on the Jermaine Dupri and Brian-Michael Cox-produced track that is reminiscent of '90s love songs, and we expect more from Usher as it's rumored that he's been in the studio working on a new project.

"Don't Waste My Time" was leaked back in November so fans were already able to get a sneak peek at the single. Ella's last couple of years have been a whirlwind, and after taking home a Grammy in 2019 for "Boo'd Up," she's back on their radar as her self-titled debut project has earned her a nomination for Best R&B Album. Another milestone has been accomplished with this Usher collaboration as she shared on Twitter, "A childhood dream ✨ thank you for having me @Usher 💜." Give it a listen.

Quotable Lyrics

In a rush, we be letting the time go
You're gonna have to show me now
'Cause I done had one too many drinks
And I know that you feel me the way I, been feelin' you
And it's cool, that you
You got a motive, and I think I like it


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Since 2019, Erika Marie has worked as a journalist for HotNewHipHop, covering music, film, television, art, fashion, politics, and all things regarding entertainment. With 20 years in the industry under her belt, Erika Marie moved from a writer on the graveyard shift at HNHH to becoming a Features Editor, highlighting long-form content and interviews with some of Hip Hop’s biggest stars. She has had the pleasure of sitting down with artists and personalities like DJ Jazzy Jeff, Salt ’N Pepa, Nick Cannon, Rah Digga, Rakim, Rapsody, Ari Lennox, Jacquees, Roxanne Shante, Yo-Yo, Sean Paul, Raven Symoné, Queen Naija, Ryan Destiny, DreamDoll, DaniLeigh, Sean Kingston, Reginae Carter, Jason Lee, Kamaiyah, Rome Flynn, Zonnique, Fantasia, and Just Blaze—just to name a few. In addition to one-on-one chats with influential public figures, Erika Marie also covers content connected to the culture. She’s attended and covered the BET Awards as well as private listening parties, the Rolling Loud festival, and other events that emphasize established and rising talents. Detroit-born and Long Beach (CA)-raised, Erika Marie has eclectic music taste that often helps direct the interests she focuses on here at HNHH. She finds it necessary to report on cultural conversations with respect and honor those on the mic and the hardworking teams that help get them there. Moreover, as an advocate for women, Erika Marie pays particular attention to the impact of femcees. She sits down with rising rappers for HNHH—like Big Jade, Kali, Rubi Rose, Armani Caesar, Amy Luciani, and Omerettà—to gain their perspectives on a fast-paced industry.

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