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Will Smith's Album Reflects on Oscars Controversy

3/28/2025

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Will Smith's long-awaited album, "Based on a True Story," drops on March 28, bravely tackling the fallout from his infamous Oscars slap of Chris Rock. The opening track, "Int. Barbershop – Day," captures candid conversations about Smith's reputation, marking a poignant return to music after two decades and a deep reflection on his personal and artistic evolution.

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Will Smith's long-awaited album, "Based on a True Story," drops on March 28, bravely tackling the fallout from his infamous Oscars slap of Chris Rock. The opening track, "Int. Barbershop – Day," captures candid conversations about Smith's reputation, marking a poignant return to music after two decades and a deep reflection on his personal and artistic evolution.