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Anderson.Paak And Cordae Flip Bill Withers Classic For 'A Good Day' Video
Sep 16, 2026
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Anderson .paak
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4 stories · latest Sep 16, 2026 · Music
Anderson .paak biography
Anderson .paak is a Grammy-winning musician, rapper, and R&B creator who has established himself as a prominent hitmaker through solo work and collaborative projects across hip-hop and soul music.
In August 2026, Anderson .paak announced a collaborative joint album with frequent creative partner Cordae titled Heavy Is The Crown, scheduled for release on October 23 through APESHIT, Mass Appeal, and EMPIRE. The album's rollout featured humor-infused promotion, including a viral teaser video and artwork directly referencing the comedy film Step Brothers. Their promotional single, A Good Day, incorporates a sample of Bill Withers' hit Lovely Day and was accompanied by a Dave Meyers-directed music video inspired by the movie Friday.
In September 2026, court filings indicated that Anderson .paak finalized his divorce from his ex-wife, Jae Lin. The pair reached a full settlement agreement covering property division and a mutual plan for child custody, concluding months of legal proceedings.
- Coverage of Anderson .paak focuses heavily on his creative musical collaborations, particularly the rollout of his joint album with Cordae.
- News reports also touch on personal milestones, documenting the formal resolution of his legal separation and divorce settlement.
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Aug 19, 2026
Anderson .paak and Cordae released a Step Brothers-inspired comedic teaser video to announce their upcoming joint album.
Anderson.Paak & Cordae Channel ‘Step Brothers’ to Tease Joint Album ‘Heavy Is the Crown’
Aug 26, 2026
Anderson .paak and Cordae announced physical pre-orders and an October 23 release date for their joint album Heavy Is The Crown.
Step Brothers! Anderson.Paak & Cordae Announce Joint Album 'Heavy Is The Crown'
Sep 3, 2026
Court filings show Anderson .paak finalized a divorce settlement agreement with his ex-wife Jae Lin regarding property division and child custody.
Anderson.Paak Reaches Divorce Settlement With Ex-Wife Jae LinSep 16, 2026
Anderson .paak and Cordae released the video for their single A Good Day, which samples Bill Withers and references the movie Friday.
Anderson.Paak And Cordae Flip Bill Withers Classic For 'A Good Day' Video
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Anderson .paak: your questions
Who is Anderson .paak releasing a joint album with?
Anderson .paak is releasing a joint album titled Heavy Is The Crown with longtime collaborator Cordae.
When is Heavy Is The Crown coming out?
The album Heavy Is The Crown is scheduled for release on October 23, 2026.
What movie inspired the promo video for Heavy Is The Crown?
The promotional video and album cover art were inspired by the 2008 comedy film Step Brothers.
Did Anderson .paak settle his divorce with Jae Lin?
Yes, court filings show Anderson .paak and his ex-wife Jae Lin reached a full divorce settlement covering property division and child custody.
What sample is used in Anderson .paak and Cordae's song A Good Day?
The song A Good Day is built around a sample of Bill Withers' 1977 soul hit Lovely Day.