Music notes: Lil Nas X, Ava Max, Gwen Stefani and Sam Smith

Emma McIntyre/Getty Images for Billboard Lil Nas X continues to shake up the streaming charts. Chart Data reported that his 2019 hit, “Panini,” has officially amassed over a billion streams across U.S. platforms. The single was aided by its comedic music video that
Camila Cabello explains why it’s harmful to tell those struggling to “choose happiness”

Tristan Fewings/Disasters Emergency Committee/Getty Images for Livewire Pictures Ltd Camila Cabello hopes her fans never tell those who are struggling with their mental health to just look on the bright side of things. She explained comments like that
Ed Sheeran announces “2step” remix with Ukrainian band Antytila

John Phillips/Disasters Emergency Committee/Getty Images for Livewire Pictures Ltd The Ukrainian band that reached out to Ed Sheeran to perform at last month’s Concert for Ukraine will now be collaborating with the British singer on an all new remix of “2step.” The band Antytila is
Justin Bieber’s mom praises Hailey for opening up about her health scare

Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for The Met Museum/Vogue Justin Bieber‘s mother is proud his wife, Hailey, for coming forward about her recent health scare. Last month, the 25-year-old model suffered “stroke-like symptoms” and was rushed to the hospital. It was later
Sam Asghari says he and Britney Spears don’t know if they’re having a daughter or son

Vivien Killilea/Getty Images for GLAAD Based on all the pink themes in Britney Spears‘ recent Instagram posts, fans have been speculating that the pregnant pop star is having a baby girl — but fiancé Sam Asghari is casting doubt.
How to see Imagine Dragons, 5SOS, Halsey, Shawn Mendes & more for just $25

Mark Horton/Getty Images Times are tough, so here’s some good news: Concert promoter Live Nation is bringing back its $25 ticket promotion for this summer. Starting May 4 through May 10, you can buy tickets for tons
Demi Lovato sweetly surprises Make-A-Wish recipient 13 years after first meeting

Amy Sussman/Getty Images for KLUTCH Sports Group Demi Lovato had quite the surprise for a young fan they met 13 years ago through the Make-A-Wish foundation. After meeting Austen when she was 10 years old, Demi decided to check in with the now 23-year-old. Make-A-Wish
Ava Max releases ’80s-infused dance track “Maybe You’re the Problem”

Emma McIntyre/Getty Images for Billboard Ava Max dropped her brand-new song, “Maybe You’re the Problem,” on Thursday, which doubles as a breakup song and a dance track. Title track of Ava’s forthcoming album of the same name offers a
Carly Rae Jepsen announces release date of new track, “Western Wind”

Timothy Norris/Getty Images for Coachella Carly Rae Jepen is back and getting ready to release her new music, promising fans will not have to wait too much longer to hear it. The “Call Me Maybe” singer announced her song,
Billie Eilish reveals Sarah Michelle Gellar’s Buffy the Vampire Slayer was her childhood crush

Amy Sussman/Getty Images for Coachella Billie Eilish revealed she was more than just a big fan of Buffy the Vampire Slayer. Answering fan questions on her Instagram story, the “bad guy” singer was asked to name her childhood crush,