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Controversy: Bitch Words that we utilize in our everyday vocabulary have irrevocably over the years altered in their meanings. The etymology of the word “bitch” is a prime example of a word that has become difficult to categorize into a single definition. The word itself has been adapted, reinvented, and created into a form of endearment (akin to best friends). One can be called a bad bitch or a basic bitch, even a ratchet bitch has become socially acceptable. Being called a bitch not too long

Cox 1 Karen A. Cox Mr. House ENG 111 19 July 2012 Nicki Minaj’s Influence on Your Children Onika Tanya Maraj was born on December 8, 1982; she now goes by her stage name Nicki Minaj. Minaj has been noted by the media for her curvaceous figure. She also had plastic surgery on her butt as well as implants in her breasts. In an interview with Vibe, Minaj discussed her sexual image stating, "When I grew up I saw females doing certain things, and I thought I had to do that exactly

In the book, The History of Rap and Hip-Hop, rapper Fabolous states, “She did not have a sexual image when she got on the mic she was spitting like a dude, like a real MC (Baker 46).” From a male viewpoint, being a sexual rapper did not gain female rappers respect. If a woman wanted to be considered a serious rapper then she had to not only act the part but dress it as well. In contrast to MC Lyte and Latifah’s rugged style and demeanor, Salt-n-Pepa displayed their femininity in a non-pornographic