I don't often post music videos on here but, I felt the need to this time. I was getting ready to go to sleep [well, actually attempting to] and I saw this Clipse video w/ Kanye. And it's crazy because a few hours ago I was just thinking how much I missed [unconsciously] the "College Dropout" Kanye West. I don't know what it is but, I can get with that cd unlike his latest cds. [Although, I did like "Heartbreak" w/ K.Cudi though]
I was already drawn to the video as it was but, then I like Ye's verse too. It was catchy but, it sounded like that "Ol College Dropout 'Ye" if that makes any sense at all. Sometimes I find myself listening to "Spaceship" just to bring that feeling back.
I saw this on Globalgrind.com and someone kinda summed up my whole opinion on Kanye stating that, "I'M DIGGING THIS TRACK. KANYE NEEDS TO STAY TRUE TO HIP HOP...QUIT IT WITH THE F#$%ING TECHNO POP ROCK BULL#$%"
and I could not have said that any better.
Basically, I miss the old 'Ye and this song is just dope!
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Saturday, July 25, 2009
Thursday, July 23, 2009
Change of Plans
Ok, so all my life I've wanted to be an Obstetrician. Always. Ever since Nick @ Nite started to air "The Cosby Show" back in 2002. [Yes, it was 2002.] I was in 7th grade at the time. And if you watched the show, you know that Cliff [Bill Cosby] was indeed an OB-Gyn, and for that and that only did I want to be one. Then it started to grow on me. You know the obvious reasons to want to pursue that profession w/ #1 being able to 'deliver babies' [bringing our future into the world. well, assisting.]. I also loved the possibility of having that responsibility. Being able to help women in need with their personal issues and to help them cope in one of the best moments of their life [child birth]. I had it all planned out, or atleast I thought I did until last month.
I really re-considered being an Obstetrician. Of course when you're just 12 years old, you don't consider everything about a profession. Little kids that dream of becoming Astronauts don't think of risky complications of departing inside the shuttle. Little black children don't consider their color as a factor when they want to be the next black President, which might not be such a bad thing after all. [Anything is possible...hint!] But, becoming an Obstetrician seemed to be a good idea. I would've been delivering babies...how hard could that be right? Wrong.
I have realized at 19 years of age, that I really want to be a mother. Now, I have always wanted to be just hear me out. I was raised in practically a single parent home. At 9 [wow, 10 years ago] I was staying home alone doing my hmwk alone, as my mother worked 2 jobs to keep everything going. I respect and love my mom for all that but, that's not where I see myself in the future. I never want to miss my child's first game because I had to work a late shift. Or miss out on an Awards ceremony because I simply am too busy to make it. I don't want that. And for that one reason [& others but, mostly this one], I have decided to shift careers.
[[I want to be able to live my life, with regular [or almost reg.] work hours, and have a great career. ]]
I want to be a Doctor definitely. I want to help people. I want to do all the cliche' things doctors are able to do. But, I don't want to sacrifice my life for that...esp. the important moments.
So, I have gone from "Similac to Pro-activ"....."On call" to "I'll call you". [ok I'm kiddin but, you get my drift]. I have decided to become a Dermatologist. And this change is something that hit me b/c when I decided not to be an Obstetrician, in a sense I was lost. I was always the girl that knew what she wanted to do...and for a good while this summer, I was lost. I kept telling people I wanted to be an Obstetrician but, I knew I had no idea really. But, now I know.
I'm actually excited, even more so, to help people with their skin, and related issues. I have gone through acne problems. I remember I used to have good skin and then in middle school it hit me badly. I remember going to school w/ three pimples arranged in a triangle...that was a bad day. Or picture days....praying for a pimple not to appear. I think it's a great field! And very interesting to do clinical research. There are so many skin disorders and I think it would be kinda cool to find a cure or a cream, something to remove it. I can't wait!
So.....no more baby doctor! But, I thank Bill Cosby for starting my dream of wanting to become a doctor. I know I wasn't put on Earth to be anything but a doctor. That's just in me. I think when I get my office, I'm going to put up his picture in my office as inspiration. Even though he wasn't a real doctor, he inspired me!
I really re-considered being an Obstetrician. Of course when you're just 12 years old, you don't consider everything about a profession. Little kids that dream of becoming Astronauts don't think of risky complications of departing inside the shuttle. Little black children don't consider their color as a factor when they want to be the next black President, which might not be such a bad thing after all. [Anything is possible...hint!] But, becoming an Obstetrician seemed to be a good idea. I would've been delivering babies...how hard could that be right? Wrong.
I have realized at 19 years of age, that I really want to be a mother. Now, I have always wanted to be just hear me out. I was raised in practically a single parent home. At 9 [wow, 10 years ago] I was staying home alone doing my hmwk alone, as my mother worked 2 jobs to keep everything going. I respect and love my mom for all that but, that's not where I see myself in the future. I never want to miss my child's first game because I had to work a late shift. Or miss out on an Awards ceremony because I simply am too busy to make it. I don't want that. And for that one reason [& others but, mostly this one], I have decided to shift careers.
[[I want to be able to live my life, with regular [or almost reg.] work hours, and have a great career. ]]
I want to be a Doctor definitely. I want to help people. I want to do all the cliche' things doctors are able to do. But, I don't want to sacrifice my life for that...esp. the important moments.
So, I have gone from "Similac to Pro-activ"....."On call" to "I'll call you". [ok I'm kiddin but, you get my drift]. I have decided to become a Dermatologist. And this change is something that hit me b/c when I decided not to be an Obstetrician, in a sense I was lost. I was always the girl that knew what she wanted to do...and for a good while this summer, I was lost. I kept telling people I wanted to be an Obstetrician but, I knew I had no idea really. But, now I know.
I'm actually excited, even more so, to help people with their skin, and related issues. I have gone through acne problems. I remember I used to have good skin and then in middle school it hit me badly. I remember going to school w/ three pimples arranged in a triangle...that was a bad day. Or picture days....praying for a pimple not to appear. I think it's a great field! And very interesting to do clinical research. There are so many skin disorders and I think it would be kinda cool to find a cure or a cream, something to remove it. I can't wait!
So.....no more baby doctor! But, I thank Bill Cosby for starting my dream of wanting to become a doctor. I know I wasn't put on Earth to be anything but a doctor. That's just in me. I think when I get my office, I'm going to put up his picture in my office as inspiration. Even though he wasn't a real doctor, he inspired me!
Thursday, July 16, 2009
How to get THEM to look Twice: Doc Marten [Boots]
Recently, I've been really adament about finding 'the' boot to wear next Fall at school. I discovered a brand that even celebrities opt to wear. The brand is Doc Marten's and the boots are dope, to say the least.
I have always loved how a guy looks in his shoes. There is something about the way the jeans sit just right over the shoes. It's a swagger that shines through which captivates me. Take this picture of Kanye West. Now I know he can get a little out of hand but, you gotta admit, the dude knows a little something about clothes & the fashion industry. Not to mention he's a trendsetter in his own right. But, I was really inspired by his Timbs. It wasn't the fact he was wearing the boots itself but, in the way he "sported" them. I love it! I wanna do this next year with my look.
(Pic from: Concreteloop.com)
I think it's cool for women to get inspiration from men. I mean the boyfriend jean was a direct example of that. And I think a pair of sturdy boots that scream "I'm all about my business" would look great on any females foot, if done properly.
That's where we pay a visit to the Doc. Not Dr. Jay, Dre, or Pepper. (Sorry, I just had to clear that up!) Doc Martens is a brand well known for it's boots. What ever you want, they have it! Pastels, Industry, Tassels, or the original if you're a simple girl like myself.
Check a few of these fly boots out. Which, if I may add would look so perfect with a pair of colorful skinny jeans and a big shirt. Can't wait to snag my pair!
[Doc Martens Triumph 1914] --These would look so flyy as they are pictured, w/ just the tongue rolled down. I also love the plaid detail. I think this would be a great Winter boot & the height is just right to keep the feet warm & to look stylish with easy effort.
[Doc Martens Dm Triumph 1914] --I love the color on this one [almost like a slate grey] and the ribbon laces too. There's something different about them that really intrigues me.
[Doc Martens Triumph 1460] --These are my favorites but, they just so happen be sold out in my size. I can definitely picture these with some fitted/skinny jeans and a plaid blouse. Kinda like "sweet/sour". That ruggedness mixed w/ a hint of a feminine touch. [I pray these are not discontinued. Gotta have em!]
Like right after I discovered Doc Marten's (which was recently), Concreteloop did a post on DM's. Check it out here.
I have always loved how a guy looks in his shoes. There is something about the way the jeans sit just right over the shoes. It's a swagger that shines through which captivates me. Take this picture of Kanye West. Now I know he can get a little out of hand but, you gotta admit, the dude knows a little something about clothes & the fashion industry. Not to mention he's a trendsetter in his own right. But, I was really inspired by his Timbs. It wasn't the fact he was wearing the boots itself but, in the way he "sported" them. I love it! I wanna do this next year with my look.
(Pic from: Concreteloop.com)
I think it's cool for women to get inspiration from men. I mean the boyfriend jean was a direct example of that. And I think a pair of sturdy boots that scream "I'm all about my business" would look great on any females foot, if done properly.
That's where we pay a visit to the Doc. Not Dr. Jay, Dre, or Pepper. (Sorry, I just had to clear that up!) Doc Martens is a brand well known for it's boots. What ever you want, they have it! Pastels, Industry, Tassels, or the original if you're a simple girl like myself.
Check a few of these fly boots out. Which, if I may add would look so perfect with a pair of colorful skinny jeans and a big shirt. Can't wait to snag my pair!
[Doc Martens Triumph 1914] --These would look so flyy as they are pictured, w/ just the tongue rolled down. I also love the plaid detail. I think this would be a great Winter boot & the height is just right to keep the feet warm & to look stylish with easy effort.
[Doc Martens Dm Triumph 1914] --I love the color on this one [almost like a slate grey] and the ribbon laces too. There's something different about them that really intrigues me.
[Doc Martens Triumph 1460] --These are my favorites but, they just so happen be sold out in my size. I can definitely picture these with some fitted/skinny jeans and a plaid blouse. Kinda like "sweet/sour". That ruggedness mixed w/ a hint of a feminine touch. [I pray these are not discontinued. Gotta have em!]
Like right after I discovered Doc Marten's (which was recently), Concreteloop did a post on DM's. Check it out here.
Monday, June 15, 2009
Discovered: Sampled Tracks
Ever heard a song, and said to yourself "Hmmm..that sounds familiar"? Well, I have multiple times in my life. It's crazy how artists can take an oldies hit and transform it into something spectacular, yet modern. I may sound like a geek but, it really does feel special when you discover a sample on your own. Here are a list of samples, mostly Hip-Hop, that I have discovered on my own over the years. I can probably think of more but for now, this will do.
1. Isaac Hayes "The Look Of Love" was used in so many Hip-Hop songs but, the one that stood out to me is "Can I Live" by Jay-Z. This has to be one of the coldest beats man.
Original - Isaac Hayes (The Look Of Love)
Sampled Track - Jay-Z (Can I Live)
ONE WORD: DOPE!!!
2. A more modern twist. Plies uses a lot of r&b samples, which I have realized over time. Here he does it with my favorite song by him, "Shawty". He uses the sample from Earth Wind & Fire's jam "Fantasy". I heard this song just today, and I knew it sounded familiar....and low & behold it IS a sample!
Original - Earth Wind & Fire (Fantasy) *listen to the very beginning closely
Sampled Track - Plies (Shawty)
Shawty (ft T Pain) Video
Man who ever produced that, did a great job. Very discreet.
SIDENOTE: I think B2K sampled the track too. You may have to listen closely to the orginal and B2K's version to notice it. But, the melody sounds the same.
3. Next is an older single by Hurricane Chris. Remember his song "Playa's Rock"? Well, that hit was sampled by Earth Wind & Fire's song "Would You Mind". Yes, another EW&F sample! This one is very obvious though but, it's still good!
Original - Earth Wind & Fire (Would You Mind?) *excuse the images in the video.
Sampled Track - Hurricane Chris (Playa's Rock)
Playa`s Rock Video
* I think Lil Brod's single "Do U Mind" maybe a hint towards the sample but, it's hard to tell on that one.
4. Another old hit by Crime Mob called "Circles" sampled Friends of Distinction's song "Going in Circles" (Go figure!)
Original - Friends of Distinction (Going in Circles)
Sampled Track - Crime Mob (Circles)
Circles Video
5. Another one of my favorite hidden samples is by Young Jeezy. He sampled Diana Ross' song "I Want Muscles" for his hit "The Inspiration". This is the epitome' of how a sample should sound. Very profound on this one!
Original - Diana Ross (I Want Muscles)
Sampled Track - Young Jeezy (The Inspiration)
Here are a few extras that are out there:
6. Plies feat. Ashanti - "Want It, Need It" samples After 7 "Two Occasions" (obvious)
7. Plies feat. Neyo - "Bust It Baby Remix" samples Janet Jackson's "Come Back To Me"
8. Musiq Soulchild - "Buddy" samples Taana Gardner's "Heartbeat"
9. Ludacris - "Two Miles an Hour" samples "Little Child Running Wild" by Curtis Mayfield
That's it for now but, I really get a kick out of this. I love how artists of today are going back to the roots of music and creating something modern with it. Very dope, and I ain't mad at it!
1. Isaac Hayes "The Look Of Love" was used in so many Hip-Hop songs but, the one that stood out to me is "Can I Live" by Jay-Z. This has to be one of the coldest beats man.
Original - Isaac Hayes (The Look Of Love)
Sampled Track - Jay-Z (Can I Live)
ONE WORD: DOPE!!!
2. A more modern twist. Plies uses a lot of r&b samples, which I have realized over time. Here he does it with my favorite song by him, "Shawty". He uses the sample from Earth Wind & Fire's jam "Fantasy". I heard this song just today, and I knew it sounded familiar....and low & behold it IS a sample!
Original - Earth Wind & Fire (Fantasy) *listen to the very beginning closely
Sampled Track - Plies (Shawty)
Shawty (ft T Pain) Video
Man who ever produced that, did a great job. Very discreet.
SIDENOTE: I think B2K sampled the track too. You may have to listen closely to the orginal and B2K's version to notice it. But, the melody sounds the same.
3. Next is an older single by Hurricane Chris. Remember his song "Playa's Rock"? Well, that hit was sampled by Earth Wind & Fire's song "Would You Mind". Yes, another EW&F sample! This one is very obvious though but, it's still good!
Original - Earth Wind & Fire (Would You Mind?) *excuse the images in the video.
Sampled Track - Hurricane Chris (Playa's Rock)
Playa`s Rock Video
* I think Lil Brod's single "Do U Mind" maybe a hint towards the sample but, it's hard to tell on that one.
4. Another old hit by Crime Mob called "Circles" sampled Friends of Distinction's song "Going in Circles" (Go figure!)
Original - Friends of Distinction (Going in Circles)
Sampled Track - Crime Mob (Circles)
Circles Video
5. Another one of my favorite hidden samples is by Young Jeezy. He sampled Diana Ross' song "I Want Muscles" for his hit "The Inspiration". This is the epitome' of how a sample should sound. Very profound on this one!
Original - Diana Ross (I Want Muscles)
Sampled Track - Young Jeezy (The Inspiration)
Here are a few extras that are out there:
6. Plies feat. Ashanti - "Want It, Need It" samples After 7 "Two Occasions" (obvious)
7. Plies feat. Neyo - "Bust It Baby Remix" samples Janet Jackson's "Come Back To Me"
8. Musiq Soulchild - "Buddy" samples Taana Gardner's "Heartbeat"
9. Ludacris - "Two Miles an Hour" samples "Little Child Running Wild" by Curtis Mayfield
That's it for now but, I really get a kick out of this. I love how artists of today are going back to the roots of music and creating something modern with it. Very dope, and I ain't mad at it!
Tuesday, June 2, 2009
Just What R&B Needs
The hottest song on the radio right now must be "Birthday Sex" by Jeremih. And I saw this on his myspace, and was just speechless. Not because he's talking about sex but, because the guy can actually sing! He sounds exactly how the song does. His voice is amazing and it's very fresh! It reminiscent to me of the good heart-felt vibe of the 90's r&b. I have watched this back to back, and it never gets old...
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