New Beyoncé, “Best Thing I Never Had”

Lean back in your dentist chair and enjoy some easy listening: “Best Thing I Never Had,” off Bey’s forthcoming album 4 (out June 28), is an old-schoolish love (hate?) jam that’s more accessible than recent attempts “Run the World (Girls)” and “1+1.” Eighth graders, is this a slow-dance song?

Bonus: Rihanna’s bloody, moody (but summery!) “Man Down” video.

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