Beyonce remixed her single from her sophomore album 'B-day' "Get Me Bodied" and made it a fun song that kids can dance to -- "Move Your Body". Inspired by the "Let's Move" campaign to encourage kids to exercise, this video is full of dance moves to keep the youth and the youth at heart on their feet. I love it!
Tuesday, April 26, 2011
Friday, February 11, 2011
"Can't Take That Away From Me"
You may remember JoJo as "the teenage white girl with a soulful voice" back when she came out with her hit single, "Leave (Get Out) and her debut self-titled album.
She later came out with her sophomore album, "The High Road," not too long after, mostly with soft ballads, with a stronger pop feel more so than R&B. However, fans missed the soulful feel from the 1st album, which featured a remake of "Weak" by SWV.
Jojo (Joanna Levasque) disappeared from the scene for a while, but now she's back. With a mixtape.
Yes, a mixtape.
"Can't take that away from me," is Jojo's latest project, which I completely fell in love with even after skimming the tracks.
Jojo shows personality through this music; her name appears on the credits of every song.
These strategically organized tracks start off with a fun, upbeat feel with "Can't take that away from me," that R&B feel that her fans love, as well as a mixture of other genres. Variety.
Jojo starts off the 2nd track, "Running on Empty" by saying "I'm a PYT with an attitude," as you can clearly tell throughout the CD.
Midway through the mixtape we see a side of Jojo we haven't seen in the past. "Just a Dream" talks of a day of a verge of defeat, singing softly "Take it away, I gotta bottle, I gotta finish, Take it away, Take it from me, cuz if you don't I might drown in it." The song ends with her rising above,
"If it's in His plans for me, I will win, I'll just dream until then."
The mixtape then takes a turn towards the 80s, with back to back tracks "What You Like," with a retro beat, and "In The Dark" which puts you in the mind of early Madonna. (REDD's FAVES. XOXO)
Of course there is a ballad; "Boy without a heart," which is pretty much self-explanatory.
The CD then ends with "All I want is Everything" a 'sky is the limit' song about living out dreams.
I give this mixtape 4 out of 5 reddlips. It was a perfect mix of pop, R&B, rock, and retro. Every track took an unexpected turn. It told a story, complete with a beginning, middle and end. It definitely showed off those vocals, and a raw side of Jojo that we are just beginning to see. Definitely looking forward to that official album! Check out the mixtape and complete tracklisting here:
http://rap-up.bandcamp.com/album/cant-take-that-away-from-me
And Jojo's Blog:
http://translucentbrownsugar.tumblr.com/
XoXo,
She later came out with her sophomore album, "The High Road," not too long after, mostly with soft ballads, with a stronger pop feel more so than R&B. However, fans missed the soulful feel from the 1st album, which featured a remake of "Weak" by SWV.
Jojo (Joanna Levasque) disappeared from the scene for a while, but now she's back. With a mixtape.
Yes, a mixtape.
"Can't take that away from me," is Jojo's latest project, which I completely fell in love with even after skimming the tracks.
Jojo shows personality through this music; her name appears on the credits of every song.
These strategically organized tracks start off with a fun, upbeat feel with "Can't take that away from me," that R&B feel that her fans love, as well as a mixture of other genres. Variety.
Jojo starts off the 2nd track, "Running on Empty" by saying "I'm a PYT with an attitude," as you can clearly tell throughout the CD.
Midway through the mixtape we see a side of Jojo we haven't seen in the past. "Just a Dream" talks of a day of a verge of defeat, singing softly "Take it away, I gotta bottle, I gotta finish, Take it away, Take it from me, cuz if you don't I might drown in it." The song ends with her rising above,
"If it's in His plans for me, I will win, I'll just dream until then."
The mixtape then takes a turn towards the 80s, with back to back tracks "What You Like," with a retro beat, and "In The Dark" which puts you in the mind of early Madonna. (REDD's FAVES. XOXO)
Of course there is a ballad; "Boy without a heart," which is pretty much self-explanatory.
The CD then ends with "All I want is Everything" a 'sky is the limit' song about living out dreams.
I give this mixtape 4 out of 5 reddlips. It was a perfect mix of pop, R&B, rock, and retro. Every track took an unexpected turn. It told a story, complete with a beginning, middle and end. It definitely showed off those vocals, and a raw side of Jojo that we are just beginning to see. Definitely looking forward to that official album! Check out the mixtape and complete tracklisting here:
http://rap-up.bandcamp.com/album/cant-take-that-away-from-me
And Jojo's Blog:
http://translucentbrownsugar.tumblr.com/
XoXo,
BREAKING NEWS: MUBARAK STEPS DOWN
It is a day to rejoice in Egypt.
After 32 years of being in office, President Hosni Mubarak has stepped down.
After 3 weeks of protesting by Egyptians, Mubarak was determined to hold power. Until Friday, when protesters practically forced him out of office. Not taking "no" for an answer.
Vice President Sulieman's statement: "In these grave circumstances that the country is passing through, President Hosni Mubarak has decided to leave his position as president of the republic. He has mandated the Armed Forces SupremeCouncil to run the state. God is our protector and successor."
Egyptian Ayat (YaYa) Soluiman says that she is extremely proud of the fact that they fought for so long for this. "You see many arabic countries have dictating presidents who have been in office as kings," she said. "it's easier in those countries for a politician to abuse his power." She also noted that it was "extremely scary" since communication was cut off, she could not talk to any of her family members. Ayat compares the ruling of Mubarak to the ruling of Saddam, with less brutal killings.
Mubarak flew himself to his palace 250 miles from Cairo.
Ayat feels that to better things the government should be more organized to serve the people.
"I am very proud of the accomplishment," she said. "I hope it gets better from here.
Monday, January 17, 2011
I have A Dream.
In Honor of MLK Day, I've decided to share with my readers My Dreams for the Black Community.
*I HAVE A DREAM that more black men will continue to step up to the plate as a father figure, whether it is to their own children, or to another fatherless child. An absence of a father is more crucial to a child's mind than a person may think.
*I HAVE A DREAM that black women will discontinue to degrade themselves and exploit themselves sexually, and more will take on the challenge of what it really means to be a WOMEN, and set an example for the young women in the community.
*I HAVE A DREAM that the black community as a whole will come together to love one another, instead of finding ways to continue this long battle of self-hatred we have. I HAVE A DREAM that we will no longer divide ourselves in ways of skin color, hair texture, social status, etc, and come together as a race, and stand strong the way our ancestors have.
*I HAVE A DREAM that young men will no longer have to think that all they can measure up to are athletes and rappers. Although these careers can be very successful, I HAVE A DREAM that we can have more young men look up to the doctors, lawyers, and authors of today, and to be an example for the generation to come after.
*I HAVE A DREAM that the black community will continue to fight for our rights as we have in the past, and restore the bond that our ancestors have had for many years.
*I HAVE A DREAM that the Black Community continues to dream, life without dream is a life without meaning.
August 28, 1963.
LINES FROM MARTIN LUTHER KING JR.
Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that. Hate multiplies
hate, violence multiplies violence, and toughness multiplies toughness in a descending spiral of destruction....The chain reaction
of evil--hate begetting hate, wars producing more wars--must be broken, or we shall be plunged into the dark abyss of
annihilation.
Martin Luther King, Jr., Strength To Love, 1963
Power at its best is love implementing the demands of justice. Justice at its best is love correcting everything that stands against
love.
Martin Luther King, Jr., Where Do We Go from Here: Chaos or Community?, 1967
To be a Negro in America is to hope against hope.
Martin Luther King, Jr., Where Do We Go from Here: Chaos or Community?, 1967.
QUOTES FROM MARTIN LUTHER KING JR.
"A man can't ride your back unless it's bent."
"Faith is taking the first step even when you don't see the whole staircase."
"Freedom is never voluntarily given by the oppressor; it must be demanded by the oppressed."
"I have decided to stick with love. Hate is too great a burden to bear."
What's Your Dream?
Sunday, January 2, 2011
Internet Hoaxes: What's to believe these days?
The Reddlipstick Blog was recently almost a victim of recent internet hoaxes. Which has brought to my attention of BIG of a problem it really is.
The latest to come to my attention and the reason that I am writing this blog post is the rumor that I've come across today: that the 1st lady Michelle Obama, was pregnant.
Excited, I quickly researched and posted the information, soon after realizing that it was indeed ANOTHER internet hoax.
SO I apologized gracefully for my mistake, and decided to blog about the problem at hand.
SO I apologized gracefully for my mistake, and decided to blog about the problem at hand.
The most recent internet hoaxes are included but not limited to:
*Rapper, E40 dying.
*Singer Bobby Valentino dying in a car accident on Christmas Eve.
*R&B Legend Aretha Franklin dying of her recently diagnosed Pancreatic Cancer.
*Singer Keith Sweat dying of a stroke.
*Former CEO of Death Row Records Suge Knight being arrested for the death of the late rapper Tupac Shakur.
Just to name a few.
People have come to credit social-networking sites such as Twitter for the fast spreading of these hoaxes; the content "Tweeting" and "ReTweeting" of the questions asked, 'is the latest rumor true?' most coming from bogus internet sites who shall remain nameless.
These such rumors have taken light away from actual tragedies , such as Late R&B singer Teena Marie, "The Ivory Queen of Soul" recently passing away. "Tweeters" refused to believe it, saying "I won't believe it until I see a tweet from a verified Twitter Account."
Is technology making people gullible?
A lesson that I have learned as a blogger today, is to not to believe everything you read on the internet. The Internet is very customizable; any and everything can be put on the web for people to read and wonder about.
Make sure that the information comes from a reliable source; check the stats and other stories on the website. Make sure that the website is credible, and not a blogging site of "yellow journalism".
THE REDDLIPSTICK BLOG, however, credits itself on opinion based only off of core facts, along with poetry, fashion, etc.
Keep yourself safe, and strong-minded when it comes to the web. Don't fall for the internet hoaxes. CREDIBLE SITES ONLY. Watch the news on Television (CNN, MSNBC, etc)
Don't be a victim.
XOXO,
*Singer Bobby Valentino dying in a car accident on Christmas Eve.
*R&B Legend Aretha Franklin dying of her recently diagnosed Pancreatic Cancer.
*Singer Keith Sweat dying of a stroke.
*Former CEO of Death Row Records Suge Knight being arrested for the death of the late rapper Tupac Shakur.
Just to name a few.
People have come to credit social-networking sites such as Twitter for the fast spreading of these hoaxes; the content "Tweeting" and "ReTweeting" of the questions asked, 'is the latest rumor true?' most coming from bogus internet sites who shall remain nameless.
These such rumors have taken light away from actual tragedies , such as Late R&B singer Teena Marie, "The Ivory Queen of Soul" recently passing away. "Tweeters" refused to believe it, saying "I won't believe it until I see a tweet from a verified Twitter Account."
Is technology making people gullible?
A lesson that I have learned as a blogger today, is to not to believe everything you read on the internet. The Internet is very customizable; any and everything can be put on the web for people to read and wonder about.
Make sure that the information comes from a reliable source; check the stats and other stories on the website. Make sure that the website is credible, and not a blogging site of "yellow journalism".
THE REDDLIPSTICK BLOG, however, credits itself on opinion based only off of core facts, along with poetry, fashion, etc.
Keep yourself safe, and strong-minded when it comes to the web. Don't fall for the internet hoaxes. CREDIBLE SITES ONLY. Watch the news on Television (CNN, MSNBC, etc)
Don't be a victim.
XOXO,
Friday, December 31, 2010
Mariah Carey
In My Opinion, Mariah Carey is a timeless singer, who got her start and fame in the 1990s, but is somewhat underestimated in the new decade, and by the generation. My goal is to remind my generation what a talent artist Mariah Carey really is.
*1 of 2 known R&B artist to reach the Whistle Register(Seen Below) with her voice
*Possesses a 5-Octave Vocal Range
*Named the Top Selling Recording Artist of the 90s by the WMAs (World Music Awards
*The 1st recording artist to have her 1st 5 singles in the Billboard Top 100 Chart
*Spent 79 consecutive Weeks at #1 on Billboard Top 100, making her the artist with the most weeks spent at #1 in US History
Are just a few facts named of the artist. Mariah Carey.
I could go on for days about her legacy, but decided to share some oldies, but goodies.
Mariah Carey is best known for her use of the Whistle Register, which is the highest note that can be hit by a human being on record. (Minnie Ripperton is also known for her use of the Whistle Register.) Which can be heard in her song, Emotions (seen below) Her vocal range is very wide, from bottom Alto to Coloratura Soprano.
Whistle Register can be heard at 2:48 and 3:47
Mariah's FIRST Single was Vision of Love which is what Beyonce' Knowles credits for her practicing runs as a child. (An example of such runs can be heard at 2:50)
Mariah's rendition of "All I Want for Christmas is You" was the only holiday single and ringtone to reach platinum status.
HERE ARE SOME PERSONAL FAVORITES OF MINE:
A soft, slow ballad called "My All"
"Butterfly" is a song w/ the message of letting go.
The popular song "Hero"
MY FAVORITE song off of the "Butterfly" Album-"Babydoll"
"One Sweet Day" ft. Boyz II Men- a song for loved ones lost.
For 57 Videos, visit www.youtube.com/MariahCareyVEvo
Discography:
1990: Mariah Carey
1991: Emotions
1993: Music Box
1994: Merry Christmas
1995: Daydream
1997: Butterfly
1999: Rainbow
2001: Glitter
2002: Charmbracelet
2005: The Emancipation of Mimi
2008: E=MC²
2009: Memoirs of an Imperfect Angel
2010: Merry Christmas II You
I truly appreciate and am passionate about your accomplishments. This is why I wanted to share with my readers how you paved the way for some of the favorites of right now. You are truly a legend.
Reddlipstick.
**Also congratulations on your marriage and pregnancy!**
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