Love & Hip Hop Reunion Pt. 3 (Until Next year......)

@WhoisAriane

 

Ariane... This woman has seemed to  be nothing but an amazing friend thus far!  Ariane shows that her love for her girl Mimi is without hesitation or problem.  With all that Mimi has been through with her current boyfriend and previous lover, Stevie J, Ariane has shown and proved her loyalty and that truth cannot be denied!  Anyone watching may agree with me when I say that Ariane is the epitome of a friend.  Not only does she quickly dismiss bullsh**, she also decides when it is the right time or NOT to accept the bs.  Ariane is clearly not convinced that Nikko and Mimi are in an honest relationship.   She and Nikko has been in total disagreement since Ariane first became aware that the sex tape had been released!  Maybe even before that.

Nikko has been offered a chance to complete a lie detector test, which as far as the shows fans are concerned, would make the reality show opportunist omissions legit.  Nikko has declined to undergo the lie detector test.  Most people may be aware, but not 100 percent content with Nikko's response.  Nikkos is standing his ground which may possibly be allowing some viewers to believe that he is telling the truth about what he has done.  Nikko has also made it very clear that he was trying to come up off of the sex tape.  If you are unaware, Nikko is the boyfriend of Love and Hip Hop star Mimi Faust. She will not admit to any further relation's with Stevie.  Mimi has also made it very clear that she is a single mother to her daughter, and solely responsible for her well being!



BUT WITH ALL OF THAT SAID...............

Deb has been expressing her concerns throughout the entire reunion!  She seems to have love for all of the cast members in a loving and motherly way.  She has no problem speaking on how she feels about certain situations and always comes off as honest and real.  Deb along with the rest of the cast admits that they believe Nikko leaked the tape of he and Mimi.  She also questioned Nikko about why he did not tell Mimi he was married.  This is a question that I am sure most people on the outside looking in wants an answer to.  Deb pretty much commends Mimi for owning up to her part in all situations and does not understand why Nikko cannot do the same.  It seems as if Deb is saying that is why Nikko cannot be respected or taken seriously.  I couldn't agree with Deb more. It's like the more Nikko denies his wrongs, the further he digs himself into a hole.  The longer he waits to come clean, the further he pushes himself out of the hearts and minds of others.  Mimi may continue to love him and put up with his shenanigans, but the others don't have to and she may put herself in even an even more awkward situation with her friends.   

 @DebraAntney

Benzino and Stevie J have made it pretty clear that there is no coming back from where they are.  Their friendship is over.  Too many lines were crossed and so the brotherhood is no more!  It's kind of said when you really think about it because their bond appeared to be tight.  I mean we have saw them go at it before as brothers do.  The only difference between then and now is that things got physical between them and their women.  Some scars will definitely be left behind with season 3!  

There is still a lot of speculation of whether or not Stevie and Joseline are still together since the taping.  Rumors have been circulating that the two are now over, but you never know until you know.  Benzino and Althea are posting pictures on social media daily so we know they are going strong.  The love between those two seems real.  I have to be honest though.  I wasn't buying it at first.  I mean I was really thinking the whole marriage and relationship thing with them was all for the cameras and a story line.  It's good to see that isn't the case.

All in all Season 3 of Love and Hip Hop Atlanta has been the train wreck we all seem to be hooked on.  So until next year... If you don't hear it anywhere else just know....

#JareBearSaidIt

The Family Hustle (Newports #OrNaw)

@troubleman31

Tip T.I. Harris has continually restored his reputation as a wholesome family man DESPITE his past actions and even some more recent situations which may cause some to doubt his influence.  We all know that T.I. has a past that may be represented as negative due to his street persona.  Anyone who knows hip hop music and it's development knows that most people in hip hop started their lives in the urban streets.  T.I. however, has managed to turn over some new leaves to be a present father to his children and loving husband to his wife.  I have previously blogged about the Harris family and their show, but never said much a bout the leading man.  So I decided to open with him today.


T.I.  took his young sons to the area where he grew up.  He is always trying to keep his children grounded by letting them know that they are blessed because of his hard work and struggle.  He doesn't want them to think that they are rich.  He instead wants them to understand that he is rich and all of the work that went into making that possible.  T.I. doesn't always like his children to be so consumed with electronics and technological gadgets.  So this trip to the hood was to teach them some of the things he and his friends used to do out side for fun.  They played games in the streets and even in front of the house.  There wasn't always a video game to play and/or computers and things of that nature.  For most black kids in the hood nature was the only option.  Everyone's parents could not always afford to buy the latest and greatest toys and games so children had to make a way out of no way.  Shout out to Tip for bringing positive vibes to reality television!  Thank you for inviting us into your home every week!!

@thatshekinah

This weeks epsisode of Family Hustle once again revolves around Shekinah Jo and Tiny Harris.  Shekinah  can't seem to kick her smoking habit which she admittedly wishes she didn't have.  Shekinah told Tiny that at 30 years old she has been smoking since she was a teenager, and has tried more than once to quit.  Tiny is not only concerned with her friends smoking, but she is also worried about her own health because she is on the receiving end of second hand smoke.  She also fears that Shekinah pack or more a day habit can be very harmful.

Tiny decides to take Shekinah to a hypnotist.  Shekinah agrees and the two go to a group session together with several other participants.  In their common fashion the ladies arrive late, and Shekinah is chatty Cathy the entire time.  Tiny goes under hypnosis first and this clearly freaks Shekinah out.  As tiny responds to the commands of the hypnotist Shekinah appears to be shocked and not amused.  It seems that she is uncomfortable seeing her friend under this kind of control, and so she proceeds to try to snap her out of it.  Shekinah hilariously attempts to wake Tiny and when she comes to she says that she was really under the hypnosis spell.  Shekinah finally goes under and the hypnotist tells her that when she comes to she will despise cigarettes.  Shekinah awakes, lights up, and suprisingly to me she is disgusted by the taste of the Newport!!!!


I CALL BULL SHIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII lol I don't believe Tiny or Shekinah were reall hypnotized.  I say this because I have been to a hypnotist with some high school friends, and as convincing as it was while we were there, they all admitted that they were faking it.  Now I'm not saying I don't believe hypnotism is real, I just don't think certain people have the kind of focused to be put under.  I applaud Tiny for commiting the way she did.  She was just trying to be there for her friend.  I also applaud Shekinah for being ever so entertaining.  She knows how to make good tv!!  I wish Shekinah good luck on her quest to quit smoking.  It is not an easy task, and I know that from experience!  Well it's time for me to go my good people, but before I do I want you all to remember.  If you didn't hear it anywhere else just know........

#JareBearSaidIt

The Family Hustle

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Jennifer Lopez - Booty (feat. Iggy Azalea) [Teaser] #JLoBooty

Jennifer Lopez is still killing the game at 45 years old.  She recently released her "Booty" teaser video.  The Puerto Rican Icon teamed up with Iggy Azalea for this new track!  No word yet on when the full version will premiere but until then you can enjoy this clip!!!

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UnSung Review (Bone Thugz n Harmony)

I have been watching UnSung since the beginning, and I must say that last night's episode is, was, and will always be the episode that hit closest to home!!!   Not only did TVone dedicate this episode to one of the hottest group of the 90's, but they gave it to BONE THUGZ N HAROMNY!!!

When I say that I have been practically raised by this music I AM NOT lying!  The hood is a place filled with dreamers on another level...  You have to be very intelligent to dream...YOU have to be very aware of your surroundings to even know that there is something more in life than you have.  If you don't understand what I am trying to say let me take a moment to get you understood real quick.  I DON'T have much time because I have to discuss Bone Thugz...  The hood is a circumstance.  It's an obstacle course and a challenge.  Just like anything else in life.  The only difference between the hood and everything else in life is you can't escape it.  If if you try you really don't want to.  It molds you and shapes you into the person that you are.  IM GOING TO FAR! #poetry... I'll revisit this later... We are talking about UnSung right?? I mean we were dishing bout Bone Thugz right?? So let's continue.

Bone released a single called 'First of the Month' which til this day is a hood anthem.  The reason being is because they are speaking on a reality that has affected every project boy and girl across America, and maybe even beyond.  They rapped about parents and adults receiving government paychecks which to most ghetto children was the best thing next to Christmas.  When that first of the month check came in it was time for a great week.  Kids were possibly getting new clothes, the water might have got turned back on (exmaple), and FOOD may be on the table in a much desired fashion.  Now I am not saying everyone in the hood had the exact same hardships, but somehow some way we were taught to understand each others situations.  That made for an even better experience.  

Death was common in the years of Bone Thugz.  They suffered a lot of loss as a group before they were even famous.  One of the worst moments of their lives together was losing friend and mentor Eric "Eazy E" White.  Eazy E helped Bone Thugz rise to fame.  He even looked up to them in his own way despite his senority in age and the industry.  Eazy unfortunately passed away from the AIDs virus.  His death was almost tragic because no one was aware of his illness yet he passed soon after he announced it.  

These terrible events led to another single from Bone  titled 'Cross Roads', which was an instant smash!  Cross roads was released in 1996 from Bone Thugz album 'E. 1996' which was in homage to Eazy E.  The video used to scare the SHIIIIIIIII outta me at 9 years old I ain't even going to lie!! Oh but let me get on track... Bone dwelled in this darkness and gained a reputation for a dark and eerie sound.  This sound made them world famous and even granted them the title of Cleveland's hometown heroes!  After Eazy died, the group struggled.  They didn't know who to trust nor could they keep themselves under control at all times.  Drugs and alcohol played a major role in Bone Thugz diminishing career in the late 90's along with a sense of security, and inexperience without guidance.

One fine year  (circa 2007) Bone hooked up with producer/ musician Akon and created another masterpiece.  'I tried' was a hit off of their latest album 'Strength and Loyalty'.  Akon put together a song that brought Bone Thugz back to their fans in a major way!  It sounded like everything Bone was, and when the boys spit their verses you felt every word!  All of this happened with only 3 of the members recording on the album. Krayzie, Layzie, and Wish Bone were adamant about keeping the group alive.  That's exactly what they did.  'I tried' was the highest chart topping single for the guys in 10 whole years!

Flesh n Bone spent 8 years in prison.  Layzie Bone suffered some serious substance abuse, and the group still lives on!  If you are not a fan of Bone, I'm not knocking you for not being from the hood, but I am telling you that this group has been a very important part of a lot of peoples lives.  To see them succeed is all one could ask for.  Since that has already happend for over 20 years there's not much more you can say.  JAREBEARSAYS thank you Bone for your contributions to music.  One day we will see your induction into that Rock n' Roll Hall of Fame, and Lord willing you all will see it too!   I'm glad my good people took a few minutes out of their busy day to chill with me.  I know I can be long winded, but If you didn't hear the latest anywhere else.  You better know....

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Love & Hip Hop Reunion Pt. 2 ( Can you say RAMPAGE!?!?!?!)

Stevie J & Joseline Hernandez

It is clear that everyone in the cast believes that Stevie J and Joseline were acting very strange while they were taping the reunion.  I don't think anyone was prepared for the rampage these two went on at all!  A few members have said that they could tell the two were there for trouble, while others accused them of being high on some type of drugs.

Benzino & Althea

Benzino did not bite his tongue when accusing Stebbie and Joseline of using cocaine, which provoked the wild brawl that ensued.  Joseline attacked Althea, and as Benzino tried to get at Joseline Stevie attacked him as well.  There was soooooo much security on the set, but whatever Stevie and Joseline were on CLEARLY gave them super powers because they were not easy to tame!!! After the fight appeared to be calmed down some of the cast members returned to set to prepare to continue taping.  Some how some way though the "Puerda Rican Pwincess" >>>>>NO SPELL CHECK<<<<< got loose and attacked Tammy while she was
in the middle of a conversation with Momma Dee.  Tammy tried her best to fight back in that shocking moment, but there were too many people who intervened.  SURPRISINGLY  to me Kirk made sure his wife was safe, and stuck around to make sure Tammy was safe and unharmed as well.  He would not leave the set until he was sure Tammy was safe, which says a lot for him since he was often portrayed as a jerk. Needless to say Waka should be appreciative being as though he wasn't able to be there to defend his wife.

Momma Dee blew me away with how calm she was through everything, and she actually had a lot of things to say that made sense.  Her highness seemed to be a regular person after seeing all of the REAL craziness break out! lmao  It was nice to see her snap back into reality for a few minutes.  I'm sure a lot of you can appreciate that...

After the final attack from Joseline on Mimi, Joseline and Stevie were escorted from the building.  Benzino and Althea opted to leave on their own.  They did not continue filming that day.

Everyone agrees that Stevie and Joseline are in a toxic relationship that is damaging both of their reputations more than it is building them.  Both are seemingly living in a dream world where they are King and Queen and everyone around them are beneath.  JAREBEARSAYS that they should call it quits and move on from each other while people still care who they are.  Joseline is much more lovable when she is in good spirits and being a good friend.  Stevie on the other hand has more respect when he is making legitimate business decisions and not lying and scheming to have a story line!  THESE ARE ONLY MY OPINIONS

Part 3 of the Love and Hip Hop Reunion special airs next Monday same time same place!  Will you be watching??  Feel free to leave a comment below.  We can chat!! Thanks for hanging out with me today. Remember if you don't hear it anywhere else...

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T.T.Y.L (New girl group)

Coko Clemons of SWV has a new girl group!!  TTYL are young r&b singers with crazy vocals!  These girls are looking to make a name for themselves in the music industry, and with the backings of powerhouse singer Coko (@CokoClemons ), they are sure to be headed in the right direction.  

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Atlanta Exes (Could there be peace???)

If you have been following VH1's latest ratchet reality tv show like I have then you are very aware that I am referring to Atlanta Exes.  This show is following the lives and "friendships" of five celebrity Exes which include Tameka Foster, Torrei Hart, Sheree Buchanan, Christina Johnson, and Monyetta Shaw.  All of these women were once married to major celebrities, and if you are watching LIKE I AM then you know exactly who.  Before I refresh your memories let's get into this.


Last night's episode began where last weeks episode left off.  Torrei and Tameka got into a huge argument last week where both ladies said some nasty things to one another!!  It almost seemed as if they were worst enemies.  Tameka came for Torrei's skin flaws and Torrei came for Tameka's parenting skills and even told her to "kill yourself" and to "lay in a coffin."  Now most people watching probably thought not much of the comments because everyone know's that 'kill yourself' has unfortunately just become a figure of speech in today's society.  It is sad but true.  When that phrase is thrown around it is most likely not meant in the literal sense.


ANYWHO... Christina and the other ladies were able to convince the two, along with them all, to come together for mediation from a third party.  They decided to retreat and spend a weekend together where they had lessons from a life coach.  With all of the drama, hate, and accusations going around I have to say that it was much needed!  The life coach was there, but to me it seemed as if the women quickly realized that they were able to get past the situations and accepted there faults in the arguments.  Everything seemed pretty petty at the end of the day anyway.

It was refreshing to see the ladies come to an understanding as quickly as they did.  Tameka expressed her contemplating suicide which is why Torrei's comments hurt her the most. Torrei admitted that she aims to hurt people in arguments but never intended for Tameka to feel like she wanted her to commit suicide.  I guess that's a reason we should all at least TRY to think before we say things.  I knooooowwwwww that is a challenge for me sometimes lol. ESPECIALLY in a heated situation. I'm working on it tho :)  I was honestly planning to stop watching this show after last week, but last nigh's episode reeled me back in...

Christina Johnson is my favorite cast member.  She is really down to earth, and seems to be a good friend. She is the voice of reason in the group.  I say that because she speaks up when necessary and she listens to all sides of the story and calls everyone out on their SUGAR HONEY ICE TEA as a friend should!  Not only that she is gorgeous!!!  I felt bad that Christina wanted to stop dating Willie because of he and Monica's previous encounter.  Christina and Willie seemed to have really hit it off!  I can understand the discomfort or awkwardness of knowing about his past and being friends with Monica even, but I would let the past be just that.  If Monica didn't have a problem with it and she gave her blessing then move forward is what I say.  He may have been her treasure! lol

Hopefully these ladies can at least remain cordial.  It would be nice to watch a show where black women are being portrayed in a more positive light.  NOW I AM NOT SAYING that I don't enjoy ratchet reality tv BECAUSE I DO!  I'm just saying that is not the only thing I want to see.  Some of these people are actually trying to better themselves and make negative issues into positive ones.  These producers need to be more considerate of that.  People will watch positive tv if they provide it!


Well I could go on and on but I won't.  Thanks for chilling with your boy today.  Remember if you didn't hear it anywhere else you know that...

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