Anderson .Paak

A teaser image for the upcoming collaboration between singer Anderson .Paak, left and musician Dean. [UNIVERSAL MUSIC KOREA] R&B singer-songwriter, rapper and record producer Dean and American rapper and singer-songwriter Anderson .Paak are set to collaborate on new music, marking their first reunion in more than a decade, according to Dean's agency, Universal Music Korea, on Wednesday. “Dean and Anderson .Paak are collaborating again after their last collaboration in 2015 for the single 'Put My Hands On You' (2015),” said the agency. Related Article K-pop album exports surpass $100 million for first time in Q1 What's NEXZ's 'Mmchk?'? Rookie drops new single as K-pop comeback season hits 'Boys II Planet' alums team up to create new K-pop duo Flare U The teaser video for the upcoming effort was uploaded to Anderson .Paak's social media on Wednesday, with more details coming soon, according to the agency. Anderson .Paak is a Korean American musician who has won nine Grammys. He is best known for his chart-topping hit “Leave the Door Open” (2021). Dean debuted in 2015 with the single “I’m Not Sorry” (2015). He is best known for songs such as “D (Half Moon) (feat. Gaeko)” (2016) and “instagram” (2018). BY LEE JI-WON [lee.jiwon10@joongang.co.kr]

K-pop group NCT’s Taeyong is back. He is out with a new single that is seemingly a winner from the get go. It is after all created in collaboration with Grammy winner Anderson .Paak. O ut now via SM Entertainment is "Rock Solid," a bold, high-energy hip-hop sound driven by punchy drum patterns and an addictive, chant-led hook. Taeyong’s distinctive vocal tone and commanding, hard-hitting rap flow infuse the track with intensity, channeling a message of conviction, resilience, and self-assurance. It is Taeyong's first release in over two years following his Korean military service. The track captures his determination to stay true to everything he has built so far, as well as his unwavering confidence in continuing to prove himself. “I’ve wanted to work with Anderson for a long time, and this track felt like the perfect way to bring our styles together. Shooting the music video was also so much fun – he’s someone who’s always pushing creative boundaries, and that energy really inspired me to do the same,” said Taeyong about the collaboration. As a solo artist, he released his debut mini album “Shalala” in 2023 while “Tap” in 2024 showcased his range.

Rapper and singer-songwriter Anderson .Paak has been praised as a "man at the peak of his powers" by Poker Face star Natasha Lyonne, after he was named as one of Time magazine's 100 Most Influential People of 2026.

TIME recognizes the contributions of Keke Palmer, Anderson .Paak, Coco Jones, and other figures on '100 Most Influential People' list this year. The post Keke Palmer, Anderson .Paak, Coco Jones & More Honored On TIME 100 ‘Most Influential People’ List appeared first on Bossip .

Anderson .Paak said he got the idea to make the movie from his son Soul Rasheed, knowing it would teach him about his African-American and Korean heritage.