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billboard “ In My Feelings ” No.1 WHAT IS
YOUR SEPTEMBER
Sapphire
Is a song by Canadian musician Drake from his “In My Feelings” is a bounce track, similar to Stone September’s birthstone is the
fifth studio album Scorpion (2018). It was re- Drake’s previous single “Nice for What”. Upon its JANUARY sapphire—a precious gem of wisdom,
leased to rhythmic and contemporary hit radio release, several outlets reported that the song Garnet loyalty and nobility. This stone is said to
on July 30, 2018, as the album’s fifth single. The was about Keshia Chanté, Drake’s first girlfriend focus the mind, encourage self-discipline
song features additional vocals by the City Girls, and childhood friend. Drake also makes refer- This beautiful stone, which is and channel higher powers. This lovely
though they are not credited on the official ences to Jennifer Lopez (“Jenny”), who he briefly most commonly red but can be found gem gives September-born babies a full
version. dated in 2016, and Quality Control duo City Girls, in a range of other colors, symboliz- spectrum of options when choosing the
made up of members Yung Miami (“Resha”) and es peace, prosperity and good health. shade of birthstone that best represents
JT. The City Girls also provide uncredited vocals. Some say it even has the power to give MAY them.
“ I KNOW YOURSELF, In the Billboard magazine issue dated July 14, the wearer eternal happiness, health and Emerald
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wealth.
2018, “In My Feelings” debuted at number six
May birthdays fall right in the
KNOW YOUR WORTH.” on the Billboard Hot 100, one of seven top 10 heart of spring, and the emerald is the
entries by Drake that week. The following week, perfect gem to symbolize and celebrate
partly due to the rising popularity of the dance this month. Prized for its brilliant and
challenge associated with the song,[21] it beautiful green color, the emerald is often
ascended to the top spot of the chart, becoming favored by the rich and famous to wear as OCTOBER
Drake’s sixth number-one single on the chart. FEBRUARY statement pieces for big events.
[22] On the issue dated July 28, 2018, “In My Tournaline
Feelings” broke the streaming record for the Amethyst Opal
This month is often cold, dark
Individuals born in October get
Artist: Drake most streams in a single week with 116.2 mil- and short for many people around the to choose between two birthstones—
lion streams, and retained the top spot on the
DRAKE Album: Scorpion chart.[23] It also reached number one on the world, so the amethyst—which is often JUNE tourmaline and opal. Each gem then un-
Released: 2018
associated with qualities of peace, cour-
Canadian Hot 100 and the UK Singles Chart.
veils nearly limitless possibilities, as each
Genre: Hip-Hop/Rap
dividuals who need a little extra warmth
Nominations: MTV Video Music Award for the Best Song of the Summer age and stability—is the right gem for in- Pearl one comes in a rainbow of shades and
color combinations. Between tourmaline
and strength this time of year. Alexandrite and opal , October’s birthstones offer a
moonstone full spectrum of gems to suit anyone’s
June’s birthstones range from personal tastes.
MARCH creamy-colored opalescent pearl and
moonstone to the rare color-changing
Aquamarine alexandrite—one of the most valuable
Bloodstone gems on earth. With this spectrum of
price points and color options, people
with June birthdays can choose a beauti-
ful gemstone to fit any mood or budget. NOVEMBER
Topaz
For the lucky individuals born Citrine
in March, two birthstones are associated Individuals born in November
with this early spring month: aquamarine can choose between two sunny gem-
and bloodstone. Both stones are very dif- stones to brighten up this chilly month.
ferent from one another in appearance, JULY November’s birthstones, topaz and
but each share a similar symbolism of Ruby citrine, are both known for their calming
preserving or enhancing the health of the energies, bringing warmth and fortune to
wearer. Ruby, the king of precious gems,
Mr. Timothy is the birthstone for fortunate folks born those who wear them. Both of Novem-
Bulow (L) Workshops Professional in July. Symbolic of the passion and ber’s birthstones are fairly abundant and
and Dr. Make-up energy associated with the color red, the affordably priced, even in large sizes.
Andrew (R) vibrant ruby is said to bring love and
success.
Pun APRIL
BNK48 Diamond DECEMBER
For those fortunate to be born Tanzanite
in April, the most prized gemstone of AUGUST Zircon
Live all is their birthstone. For this month, Turquoise
Music diamonds truly are a girl’s (or a boy’s) Sardonyx
Open best friend. Spinel December’s birthstones offer
Bands three ways to fight the winter blues: tan-
House Peridot
The original birthstone for zanite, zircon and turquoise – all of them,
August was Sardonyx, and then peridot appropriately, best known for beautiful
was added, becoming August’s primary shades of blue. All of these stones are
Christopher gem. The addition of spinel, which can relatively inexpensive, but their beauty
Wright be found in a variety of colors, gives rivals even precious gems.
August babies a plethora of options.