Tevin Campbell Challenge Elicits Responses From Lil Mama, Joyner Lucas, Slim Thug & More

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R&B singer Tank issued a "Can We Talk" challenge and people are singing their hearts out. 21 Savage has 24 hours to respond.

We're not sure if you've been keeping up with the latest challenge taking over social media, but this time, you can thank Tank for launching the viral moment. The R&B veteran decided to take a chance and spark a challenge that focuses strictly on those buttery vocals as Tank wants singers to give their best renditions of Tevin Campbell's romance classic, "Can We Talk."

The 1993 hit was produced by Babyface and remains an R&B favorite, and thanks to Tank, we're seeing actors, rappers, and singers belt out the unforgettable chorus.

"This is one of those R&B anthems. If you can't sing this full chest, no microphone, no reverb, no autotune, no nothing, you're not a real R&B singer," said Tank, before he gave his take on the track. Soon, dozens of offerings began surfacing online. Lil Mama proved that her kills go beyond just penning bars and sang effortlessly. Even Black-ish star Anthony Anderson lent his voice and received applause from fans.

Jhonni Blaze also showed off her talents and we're pretty sure Joyner Lucas's addition counts as cheating. However, if there was one that stole the show, it would be Slim Thug. 21 Savage has 24 hours to respond. Check out a few highlights from this challenge below.





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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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