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If you come to fame not understanding who you are, it will define who you are. -Oprah Winfrey

Wednesday, March 31, 2010

Nicki Minaj "Massive Attack" Music Video.



Nicki video to her new single "Massive Attack".. She should have just stood there with no bottoms on for how much of her ass was out. Anyway click if you may. I still don't get the hype.

GQ: Mad Max!

Maxwell was featured on GQ.com for this seasons best men sports jacket. He discussed his eight year and absence and how he sure he had normal twenties.

"in case you missed him tearing down the Staples Center at this year's Grammys with his lovesick hit "Pretty Wings," he's back. And to hear him tell it, he didn't spend eight years out of the public facing private demons. He spent eight years in private dodging public demons. "I didn't want to have a midlife crisis," Maxwell says. "People who are very focused in their early twenties miss out on being young. Then they bug out." So in addition to behaving like a normal twentysomething by going out a lot, he recorded three albums' worth of material. And sat on it. Until now. Last year he released the dark, moody heart-tugger BLACKsummers'night, and it debuted at number one. (People desperately miss neo-soul.) The other two albums will come out over the next few years. After that? "I stepped away once," Maxwell says, "and I'll do it again."

1. Let It Shine
A Rat Pack sheen demands you dress up. No sneakers, no T-shirts.
2. Come Untied
Strike a rakish note: Lose the tie; add cuff links and a pocket square.
 3. A Jacket That Works
Perfect for the office during the summer. Contrast it with dark pants and tie.
4. Polo, Player
Go for a polo with panache—not one for the court or the course.

New Music: Diddy Dirty Money Crew ft. T.I. "Hello Good Morning"




I still don't understand the whole direction of Dirty Money Crew, but I can say I'm feeling this song. Thumb up!

Tuesday, March 30, 2010

"Being a Hoe is Not Cute Get A Life Kat Stacks"

For the last week or so thanks to the God awful mediatakeout we have now been bombarded with the existence of some low budget groupie by the name of Kat Stacks. Anybody who follows me on twitter knows how I feel about her. She has this blog and makes videos about how she has f*cked different rappers including who else but the entire Young Money minus the stars Drake and Nicki. If this girl had a brain she would be dangerous.
Check out this video of Kid Fury breaking down the her video... Hee-Larry-Us!!!
exsistence



Still CTFU!!!

New Music: Wale "Rude Boy" Freestyle

New Music: Gucci Mane ft. Waka Flocka & Oj Da Juiceman "Dear Diary"

Monday, March 29, 2010

New Music: Nicki Minaj "Massive Attack"



This what you all have been waiting for. Nicki Minaj first single produced by Sean Garrett. Video to premier on 106 & Park Wednesday.  Sean Garret is no singer.

New Music Video Erykah Badu "Window Seat"






Erykah badu released this video with a very good message at the end "Groupthink" and what its all about! Brilliant!  What i loved about the video was that I was able to watch pass the first minute unlike a lot of other music video that  artist release today.  It was so simple but yet said so much. Besides the fact that she stripped down naked without looking slutty and disgusting kudos for her for being herself and always staying in her own lane! It really opens to mind to what is the norm and what we are socialized to think is the norm. Great Work Ms Badu! New Amerykah PT 2 in stores tomorrow March 30.

New Music Video: Fabolous "Body Ya"



Fabolous released his first video for the new mixtape with DJ Drama "There Is No Competition 2" Funeral Service. Fuxx with it.

If you haven't heard the new mixtape stop sleeping and listen to it below.

                   

New Music: Janet Jackson "Nothing"



Certain parts sound just like Michael Jackson. Overall Good Song!

Friday, March 26, 2010

Wednesday, March 24, 2010

Usher ft. NIcki Minaj "Lil Freak" Official Video

George Bush Doesn't Care About Black People.

 Here we go with his dumbassness again. Watch around the 45 second mark...




 What makes me mad about this is people have the nerve to talk negative about Barack Obama but yet somebody voted this idiot in office for two terms. SMH.. not really being surprised at his ignorant actions is whats really surprising. Who's idea was it to include his name in this relief fund anyway I'm pretty sure his views hasn't changed since Katrina.

Done! Lance Gross and Eva Call It Quits.

The good looking couple decided to call it quits after rumors have been surfacing of them fighting over the Super bowl weekend after Lance was having a bit too much fun with the groupies. They was set to wed in July and seemed happy in love. But I guess nothing last forever. In a sad situation one of the up sides is his FINE self being back on the market. Don't give me the side eye ladies you know you was thinking it too! First Kim and Reggie now these two. It must be them summer months coming up, everybody acting a fool.

They released an official statement to Essence Magazine below
“Lance Gross and Eva Marcille have mutually decided to end their relationship. The split is completely amicable,”

Tuesday, March 23, 2010

NY-Z Absolut Collaboration With Jay-Z.

 Earlier this month, a brief NY-Z trailer hit the ‘net, but now the full 15-minute minute documentary is available for viewing. The Danny Clinch-directed short features a variety of content. From never-before-seen footage of Jay-Z and John Mayer preparing for the September 11 concert at Madison Square Garden to basic discussion about what type of records the Carters played growing up, the doc is a simple but interesting look at the rap icon. Absolut has a reputation for dope artist partnerships, stemming from wok with guys like Andy Warhol and Keith Haring in the ’80s, and the latest endeavor with Jay continues the trend.




If you can't respect anything else about Jay-Z please let it be his work ethic. This man works hard and the way he draws inspiration for his music is reason why he is on top and will go down as one of the greatest MC's to ever do it. If more people took to their work and treated it as art like he did then they would be just as successful and not walking around talking about the "illumanati'! Kudos to Jay for making music still worth buying!


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Making History!! President Obama signs Heath Care Reform Bill!!!

This is one of those proud moments that I want to be able to tell my grandchildren. Yes We Can, Yes We Did!! This means so much to Americans like myself who have struggled with maintaining health care and insurance do to high cost and jobs unwilling to provide. My heart goes out to the 7yr who lost his mother after she was turned away from the hospital for no insurance and died. If you can't understand the joy in this than you can't have a heart. This is what a president is for to make new laws that will better all the taxing paying Americans not just the rich! Congrats President Obama!!!! I feel like my vote did count!

Monday, March 22, 2010

Melanie Fiona "It Kills Me" Acoustic Version.

This girl never cease to amaze me and yet she has done it again. Melanie continues to show that her voice goes beyond the studio and she always sound good.  I named her as one of my favorite new artist of 2009 and this is why.

Sanna Lathan Does Photo Shoot for "Pride" Magazine.

Now everyone knows I ♥ Sanaa Lathan.  The actress is currently in London playing the role of Maggie in the revival of “Cat On A Hot Tin Roof.” Sanaa’s shoot was done inside the Royal Opera House where “Cat” is playing and features actual costumes the actress wears in her role.

Nothing short of Fab!

Usher Video Preview "Lil Freak" ft. Nicki Minaj




This video is a disappointment to me. I seriously think Usher should just give up on this Raymond vs Raymond album, call up the Confessions team and start over. He has not released one single that makes me want to buy his album. I love Usher but #ImJustSayin. Oh and Nicki Minaj hairstylist should be fired, like the style but not feeling the Cruella Deville look but at least she left the pink hair home.

Thursday, March 18, 2010

Will The Real Mrs. Carter Please Stand Up.

As I'm doing my daily blog stroll I find on necolebitchie a story of this woman claiming to be the real Mrs. Carter. This lady by the name of Angela and she says Wayne calls her Angel of course has a Myspace page deicated to exposing Toya for stealing her identity claiming that Lil Wayne was orginally supposed to marry her but was pressured by his family and mother marry Toya instead because she was the mother of his child.



"AM THE REAL MRS. DWAYNE CARTER, AKA LIL WAYNES REAL WIFE. AS ORDAINED BY GOD. BESIDES ME, THERE IS NO OTHER. I ORIGINALLY POSTED THESE COMMENTS ON THE SISTER2SISTER WEBSITE…THERE WAS AN INTERVIEW DONE OF A BROAD WHO HAS BEEN TRYING TO CLAIM MY IDENTITY FOR YEARS NOW. BUT SHE KNOWS I AM WAYNES TRUE LOVE & REAL WIFE. ROOTS WERE PUT ON WAYNE TO CAUSE HIM TO SWITCH HIS MARRIAGE PROPOSAL FROM ME, THE WOMAN GOD ORDAINED FOR HIM, THE WOMAN HE LOVES WITH ALL HIS HEART TO THIS BABY MOMMA.


SHE TRIED TO STEAL MY NAME, IDENTITY & LIFE, SIMILAR TO THE MOVIE “THE SKELETON KEY”, WHICH WAS BASED IN LOUISIANA. SHE IS NOT NOR HAS SHE EVER BEEN MRS. CARTER. THEY PUT ROOTS ON ME TO TRY TO KILL ME & SILENCE ME, BECAUSE THEY WERE JEALOUS OF THE LOVE WAYNE HAS FOR ME. SHE WANTED TO BE THE ONE, KNEW SHE WASN’T, SAW THAT I WAS & SET OUT TO DESTROY ME & MY RELATIONSHIP WITH MY GOD ORDAINED SOULMATE & HUSBAND WAYNE. OUT OF SHEER JEALOUSY.

THIS HAS BEEN GOING ON SINCE I ARRIVED IN NEW ORLEANS IN 2001. SHE USES THE LAST NAME CARTER, THAT NEVER WAS HERS, WHICH IS MY REAL LAST NAME AS ORDAINED BY GOD. EVEN AFTER MY HUSBAND “DIVORCED” HER. I’VE SERVED THE LORD MY WHOLE LIFE & KNOW THIS. SHE WAS NEVER MARRIED TO HIM, NEVER HIS WIFE. IT WAS THE USE OF ROOTS THAT SWITCHED THE OUTCOME OF WAYNES PROPOSAL FROM ME TO HER…GOD HAS REVEALED TO ME, HE WILL JUDGE THEM WITH DEATH FOR THE EVIL THEY HAVE CAUSED & THE PAIN & SUFFERING IN ME & IN WAYNE. AND FOR TRYING TO STEAL A LIFE & LOVE THAT BELONGED TO ANOTHER WOMAN. FOR TAMPERING WITH *GODS* DIVINE WILL FOR OUR LIVES & TRYING TO SET UP THEIR OWN PLANS & AGENDA. YEARS OF NONSENSE..

WHEN WAYNE’S TRUE LOVE HAD ALREADY APPEARED IN HIS LIFE, BEEN APPEARED IN HIS LIFE SINCE 2001, AND ALL WAS GOOD, HE LOVES ME & I LOVE HIM, YEARS OF EVIL DONE AGAINST US FOR ****NO REASON****. AS YOU CAN HEAR FOR YOURSELF FROM WAYNES OWN LIPS & FROM THE LIPS OF HIS CLOSEST FRIENDS, HE WAS VERY MUCH IN LOVE WITH ME, AND STILL IS, BUT WAS TRICKED INTO A FALSE PROPOSAL BY HAVING ROOTS PUT ON HIM & MANIPULATION/FORCE & CONTROL. YOU CAN HEAR & READ FOR YOURSELF. AND ROOTS WERE PUT ON ME TO KILL ME, SO THAT I WOULD LITERALLY DIE & SHE COULD TAKE MY PLACE AS MRS. CARTER…SHE TRIED IT, BUT FAILED, BECAUSE WAYNE DIVORCED HER….BUT SHE STILL TRIES TO USE A LAST NAME SHE GAVE TO HERSELF & FRONT “WEDDING” PICS OF AN EVENT SHE CAUSED TO HAPPEN HERSELF…THUS DECEIVING THE WORLD…THIS IS ATTEMPTED IDENTITY THEFT OF THE HIGHEST CALIBER…AND ***NO ONE*** IS STEALING MY IDENTITY THAT *GOD* HAS CREATED & PURPOSED FOR ME. HENCE ALL OF THIS. I AM ANGELA THE *ONLY* MRS. CARTER GOD CREATED & PURPOSED FOR WAYNE. BEEN THAT SINCE 2001

Whats actually so sick about this story is that after the interview of with Toya and Sister2Sister magazine was posted on their website she flooded the comment board with long messages calling Toya out and making all sorts of outlandish claims. She goes on to say God meant for her and Wayne to be together and people will be punished for what they did. Cleary this lady has lost her marbles and Toya know like I know she would hire extra security because this b*tch is nuts! Sounds like a jumpoff gone mad! Clearly Lil Wayne must has marvelous sex game because he has these females going wild. Between the multiple baby mamas, the overabundance of groupies and now this chick, I'm convinced. Anyway Pray for this lady because if there is any truth to this story she should just get over it because Wayne is not checking for her. This is not the man God has sent for you to be with and the faster you realize that the better!  On ths flip side of things it could all be fake and made up because them pics on her Myspace look like they came from 1990.

For more of the strange drama click here.....

Rapper Keys from B-More Disses Nicki Minaj



Shots Fired.... Do I see a beef appraoching? I wanna see how this plays out.  This is what hip hop was built on.. Let's get it!

New Music: Freeway ft. Jack One "African Drums"



Different.

New Music: Lil Wayne "Hustler's Musik" Official Mash-Up



Although this song is old and doesn't really clarify as new, I can admit the mash up makes me like it all over again. Thoughts?

Wednesday, March 17, 2010

Former NBA Admits to Having Sex With 90 Women a Month.

Former NBA player Winston Bennet came out about his "sex addiction" where he averaged sex with up to 90 women a month. Bennet who was married for 20 years and gave his wife 2 STD's. 



After 90 women a month and STD, his wife stood by his side the entire time, yet this muthaf*cka had the nerve to say if he found out his wife cheated on him he would leave her.... smgdh. And they wonder why AIDS is killing African American people at alarming rates.  I was feeling bad for him until he said that ignorant sh*t. Would he ever slept with that many women if he wasn't popular and a NBA player? I think women threw themselves at him because of his status and he acted on it, ignoring everything that his wedding vowels and marriage stood for.

His wife is nothing short of a FOOL! He admitted to rarely using condoms and gave her sexually transmitted diseases but she stayed because of her faith in God. I have faith in God also but I would be damned if I would have stayed with him. I guess she didn't learn anything from Magic and apparently neither did Cookie. 

New Music: Drake "Fall For Your Type"



Rumored to be a reference track for Jamie Foxx. Already a hit in my ears.. didn't know Drizzy was capable of making them Baby Making Tracks!

New Music Video: Vivian Green "Beautiful"



Brand new video for her single "Beautiful". New album hits store April 6.

New Music: Asher Roth "Hot Wangs"

Monday, March 15, 2010

Trend Alert: Trench Coats!

For this upcoming spring season ditch the black leather jackets. Its all about trench coats.
  
WHY IT WORKS With its tailored silhouette and neutral color, this timeless wardrobe staple can be worn with nearly any outfit.

HOW TO WEAR IT Follow the lead of cool girl Alexa Chung and wear the coat open with casually scrunched sleeves, or look to the Christian Dior collection and try a cropped version belted over print dress.


 Gap Mid-length trench coat $88


Burberry Packable Trench Coat $595

Shaq and Shaunie Reach Settlement in Divorce.

NBA star Shaquille O’Neal and his soon to be ex-wife Shaunie O’Neal have finally reached a settlement in their divorce. Shaunie’s lawyer revealed to TMZ that the former couple has reached a settlement in regards to property, custody, and support. A Florida court will officially divorce the couple and deal with matters of property and spousal support while a California court will handle any child custody issues between the two. Both Shaq and Shaunie have been together for almost seven years and the couple has four minor children together.

 Can't say that I would have ever though this was going to come, but I guess Shaunie was serious.
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Friday, March 12, 2010

New Music" Wale ft. Fat Trel & Black Cobain "Who Don't"



Wale put on for the DMV..  People please stop sleeping on him.

New Music: Usher ft. T.I. "Guilty"



Another track off of Usher's upcoming album "Raymond vs. Raymond" due out March 30. Produced by Ester Deen. Thoughts?

Chris Brown Pleads For Fans Help.

I guess Chris Brown is really feeling the decline in his career, because he took to his SayNow and pleaded for his fans to support and demand his music to be played on the radio. Certain radio stations and stores such as Wal-Mart have black listed Chris Brown's music.  Its kind of sad because he really sounds desperate. I think people should  move past this issue and get over it. Not playing Chris Brown is forcing us to have to hear D-List R&B from people like Ray-J. He sounds like a changed man that is truly sorry. In my opinion if anyone should be black listed it should me R. Kelly. #ImJustSayin


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Lady Gaga ft. Beyonce "Telephone" Music Video.

So this is the video that we all have been waiting for. After that disapointment  for "Video Phone"  My eyes stayed glued to the screen for the entire 9 minutes and 32 seconds, the video had Lady Gaga written all over it.

Swizz Beatz Finally Break His Silence.

After hearing about the Swizz Beatz, Mashonda, and Alicia Key love fiasco for about two years now. Swizz opens up and said his marriage was having problems for ten years before divorce.

Wednesday, March 10, 2010

Beyonce and Tina Knowles on Good Morning America.

Recently Beyonce opened up a cosmetology center at the Phoenix House in Brooklyn NY. A rehab that will give recovering addicts a chance to learn a trade and enter the working world when leaving the center. After watching the video and I was really moved. There is nothing better than giving back. Kudos to Beyonce for showing that she cares. And to all the haters that had something negative to say.. STFU! What have you done for someone lately? Probably nothing. Take notes and learn how to be a help to your community. Something as simple as buying a homeless person a meal can be an answer to someones prayers.

Tuesday, March 9, 2010

We'll Always Love Big Poppa!

Today marks the 13th year of rapper Chrsitopher Wallace aka Notorious B.I.G., aka Biggie Smalls, and in the essence of any true hip hop fan a tribute is in order. So here are some of my favorite Biggie videos. RIP.


"Sky's The Limit" ft. 112



"Juicy"



"Big Poppa"

Saturday, March 6, 2010

4 Best Foods For Runners.

For all my runners like me (or trying to be) here are four foods that are good for you.
Health.com's Jenny Hadfield, a certified personal trainer, shares her top picks for foods for runners.

1. Almonds. They're portable, which is great, but they're also high in the antioxidant vitamin E, which helps prevent achy muscles.

2. Oranges. Running can damage muscles, and oranges are an excellent source of vitamin C, a nutrient that helps them heal.

3. Sweet potatoes. This yummy veggie is high in energy-giving carbs and beta carotene, plus minerals like potassium and magnesium, which runners lose through sweating.


4. Tuna. To keep muscles working optimally and to support rebuilding of muscles, runners should aim for about 60 to 90 grams of protein per day. (That’s more than non-runners need.) And, tuna is an easy source of protein--a 4 ounces provides about half of your daily protein requirements.

Dancing Cats.

This was too cute not to post!



I ♥ cats.

Friday, March 5, 2010

New Music: Trey Songz "The Machine"



Trey Songz has been non-stop with hits and baby making tracks. Now 2010 he is on The Blueprint 3 tour with Jay-Z and Young Jezzy and doesn't look to be slowing down. Makes me wonder is anyone checking for Usher any more??

The Beyonce Cosmetology Center Is Now Open!

Beyonce and her mother Tina cut the ribbon to the The Beyonce Cosmetology Center at the Phoenix House Rehab in Brooklyn NY. Back when Beyonce was filming "Cadillac Records, she visited the center and so moved by the stories she decided to donate her salary from the movie and open the center with the help of her mother. The Beyonce Cosmetology Center will be for men or women to start their careers in the beauty industry after completing a seven month program.


♥ it!

New Music: Solange "Under Construction"



Don't know if I'm feeling this too much, but hey it may grow on me. Opinions anyone??

Tim Gunn Disses The Kardashian's Style.

Tim Gunn makes it known that he does not approve of The Kardashian sisters style. Back in February during fashion week he commented saying

"I just think the Kardashians have an absence of taste and I don't think that that should be perpetuated. I'm sorry I'm sounding like an old farty snob, but it bothers me."

Then while on "The Joy Behar Show" he continued to show his dislike when Joy asked him about them.

"Tim went in saying  "It may have some sexiness to it." But, Gunn made it clear that sexiness alone does not warrant praise."

He continued his take-down, saying "I find it largely vulgar.

"I find that it has a cheapness and a tawdriness."

Check out the entire interview below