At this point it seems that Waka Flocka Flame is known for his terrible Public Relations skills rather than for his rapping ability - this prolific rapper (or former prolific rapper?) has been showing up left and right in social media in street fights and just being a criminal and and vandalizing in public. It seems like Waka was trying to do some good (or maybe just protect his image) and he organized a charity bowling event. But not even when raising money for those in need was he able to contain his violent soul. At the start of this video you can see Waka (in the red beanie) arguing with some random guy, with a bunch of people trying to separate them and just watching. It seemed like the situation was cooling down when one of the random
As the last pick in the 2011 NBA (National Basketball Association) draft, a guy from the University of Washington was selected to play for the Sacramento Kings. Isaiah Jamar Thomas, who currently plays for the Boston Celtics, was underestimated in his playing ability. He stands at a height of 5’9” and weighs about 185 pounds. His name came from an older NBA player-that was also named Isiah Thomas-who played for the Detroit Pistons. It was not because his parents were fans of the Detroit Pistons, but for the opposite reason.
he has gained a lot of media attention for his indecencies. Actors have been following him for example Snoop Dogg, Jamie Foxx, and Mike Farrell.
My name is Zachary Rowe, I am going to talk about the global warming weather effects in Alaska and how it has affected the population of various living animal species. The number of large predators living in the southern Beaufort Sea of Alaska has decreased from 1,500 animals in 2001, to just under 900 in 2010. As the species are decreasing in numbers, they are now listed as vulnerable by the International Union for the Conservation of Nature. Another problem in 2013, a report by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration have seen a decline in reindeer inside Alaskan boundaries. These aren't the only species whose populations has
This focused the attention of the public, less towards the ‘whitewashed’ media and art forms, and more towards the black community. This immense stardom and fame was the quintessential element that justified black artists like Chuck D and Flava Flav expressing their dislike for him.
FYI, Dr. Dre will be starring in Apple's first scripted television series titled "Vital Signs." Dre is the also the executive producer on the project, rumor has it the pilot consists of six 30-minute episodes and is supposed to depict parts of Dr. Dre's life . Each episode is said to focus on a "different emotion" and the way Dre's character handles it.
It is no secret Snoop Dogg likes to smoke marijuana. But apparently more than that, he likes to invest in marijuana. Snoop has his paws on a number of marijuana business lines and he continues to expand.
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You may know him from his Lisa Simpson haircut or his mouth full of 24-karat gold teeth; he is the 19-year-old rapper that is taking the music industry by storm. In the past, two years his music has gained national recognition and appealed to all types of fan bases. He is a force not to be reckoned with and his name is Kodak Black. He is the self-proclaimed “Project-Baby” from South Florida that is giving rapper a run for their money. Jon Caramanica, from the New York Times, described Black as “an unlikely savior for a hip-hop industry that has lately been preoccupied with melodic-minded Drake clones. Instead, he’s an old-fashioned literalist and represents the perennial power of grit even in a time that’s squeaky clean.” Kodak Black is an
Most people know Booker T. Washington as the man who strived to get his race, the Negroes as they were called back then, equality with the white people, but that wasn’t always the case. Mr. Washington had started out as a slave, like his fellow blacks, and had gained the fame that he has now through hard work. Because of his work, he was able to meet many amazing people who helped further his cause, as well as provide him with the funds necessary to continue. If he hadn’t pushed forward and became acquaintances or friends with these men, he would not have been able to reach his goal and inspire many others. All great people must start somewhere, and Booker Taliaferro Washington began on a plantation.
Music can rock your world, enlighten your mind and change your perspective. When you think of rap music who comes first to mind? Without hesitation, it must be the self acclaimed best rapper alive, Lil Wayne. He alone can make such statements as “My picture should be in the dictionary next to the definition of definition” (Wayne, “Shoot Me Down”). Lil Wayne is a prominent force in the rap world. His debut Album in 1999, Tha Block is Hot went double platinum upon its release and even his lowest selling album is still certified as gold according to the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). Rollingstone Magazine declares “Lil Wayne is one of the most popular — and prolific — recording artists in the world” (Kreps). Top this with
“And even when I was close to defeat, I rose to my feet, my life is like a soundtrack, I wrote to the beat.” Meaning when I was about to fail, I kept fighting and made what was going to happen. And because of that now today Dr.Dre has won many awards and had movie made about his life. Why? Because Dr.Dre is a great rapper.
Kanye West also known as "Yeezy" is American rapper, fashion disaster, and also music producer. People may say that Mr. West is our youth of today voice. He has made a tremendous mark in the music and fashion industry. As we all know Mr. West is known for having his moments. It is safe to say that he has the best and top “omg” Moments, such as interrupting Taylor Swift at the VMA’s. Kanye in the begging when he first came on the hip hop scene was this calm, joyful, his music in my eyes was the most different music out at the time, just because he wasn’t rapping about what everyone else was. Kanye was one of those joyful guys, everybody wanted him on his record or produce it. Then a tragic event occurred where his mom died. After then you see
Kanye Omari West, an icon of hip-hop, pop culture, fashion and music in general. Kanye Omari West, a person belittled against and a person subjected to a life of racism and hate. Born on June 8th, 1977, Donda West, West’s mother, always knew he was destined for greatness, but did she know her son would turn out to be the Kanye West, a man lacking the respect he deserves for transforming a big part of the music we listen to on this very day? West came onto the scene in the late nineties but didn’t release The College Dropout until 2004, an album that took everybody by surprise. Kanye West changed the gangster filled rap genre by releasing his positive, soulful debut album, changing the way rappers
lifestyle, a lifestyle heavily influenced by and involved with drugs. From songs like Breakfast (Trap God), a song with lyrics “I smoke weed for breakfast / I drink lean for breakfast / I take mollies, I take xannies, I can’t eat no breakfast” (Genius, Breakfast) , and Lemonade, with lyrics “I'm moving slow cause codeine syrup's in my lemonade / I'm standing in the shade and I'm selling lemonade”. (Genius, Lemonade) After his release from Prison 3 years later, Gucci left behind his drug induced lifestyle and turned his life around to better himself, his career, and the people around him.
When it comes to running a business, your hustle and work ethic are your bread and butter. Sure, you may have a product that is out of this world, but if your business model is shaky, it could spell trouble for your brand. There is something to be said for Kanye’s consistency in his message and branding. Likeable or not, the rapper believes in his goals, which is crucial to the equation.