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Okay I'll make a long story short and easy. I came across this post on Facebook (above pic), a 30 day writing challenge to help encourage more writing and embracing one's self. So being that I have a blog I am already a writer and for the most part I embrace myself. However I haven't introduced to my audience a more personal side of who I am; mainly just give my opinion on already existing topics of discussions. So I figured here's a chance for my audience to get an understanding of who I am. Day 1   Addictive First and foremost social media is addictive! People spend their whole day on social media; searching, watching, lurking about what other people are doing, so much that we even close contact with the real world. Yes, it's great that you can have information at an instance, but we have become dependent on the internet, especially social media. It's like our social skills are ruined because of social media. People will not speak to you in reality,...

MTV host and Tommy Hilfiger model Sam Sarpong has tragically taken his own life aged just 40. The British-born star, who co-hosted MTV's Yo Momma show alongside Wilmer Valderrama, leaped to his death from a bridge. County of Los Angeles Medical Examiner confirmed the star had passed away yesterday in an apparent suicide attempt, according to   US Weekly .  His management company, Advanced Management, issued a statement earlier today which read: 'Devastated to hear that our friend and client @mrsamsarpong is no longer with us. Prayers and thoughts to the entire Sarpong family.' Sarpong, the brother of popular British TV presenter June Sarpong, had been a sought after model and appeared in campaigns for Hilfiger as well as shows for top designers such as Gucci and Versace. He also made fashion history by becoming the first black male model to do a Luis Vuitton editorial campaign.

Lyrics to Beyonce version of "Darling Nicki"  I met a girl named Nicki I guess you can say she was the rap queen I met her in the studio lobby but her booty looked bigger in the magazines She said, "Bey, would you jump on this song of mine?" How could I resist when I heard little Nicki rhyme?

Add Friends Did you know that you can add Snapchat friends without their username? Well you can use their Snapcode, it's like a QR code, but specifically for the social media network.  Your Snapcode is a yellow image with black dots and the Snapchat ghost, and can be found by clicking the white ghost at the top of the camera screen.To add new friends, you can take a photo of their Snapcode, go to the “Add Friends” menu and choose “Add by Snapcode,”  then choose the photo. A far simpler way to do it is to go to your Snapchat camera screen and focus on their code (no need to take a picture). The app will recognize what you’re trying to do and prompt you to add them as a friend. Replace the Ghost You can replace the regular ghost photo with a multi shot of you! The user is able to take a 7 shot collection of selfies in like 10 seconds, to use as their default profile picture.   Share content from “Discover” with friends Snapchat’s Discover feature allows majo...

On time and ready is what the punk rock group 5 Seconds of Summer did with their sophomore album Sounds Good Feels Good . The 17 track album released on October 23 includes the hit singles "She's Kinda Hot" and "Hey Everybody," which also went #1 on Billboard charts. Fans wasted no time making the album trend worldwide, and I can't blame them. Sounds Good Feels Good is an appropriate title for the album, because it stirs up those exact emotions. I enjoyed the album! Audiences of all ages can enjoy the album, ranging in topics from depression to society's value of the monetary system. The message in this album is that it's okay to be yourself and keep working towards your dreams. If you thought their first self titled album, 5 Seconds of Summer was punk than you will definitely think this album is punk rock Sounds Good Feels Good reminds me of bands like Green Day a little bit, separating themselves from that boy band feel. I give the album 9 out o...

1. Hello 2. Send My Love (To Your New Lover) 3. I Miss You 4. When We Were Young 5. Remedy 6. Water Under The Bridge 7. River Lea 8. Love In The Dark 9. Million Years Ago 10. All I Ask 11. Sweetest Devotion Adele is back with her new single "Hello," which she announced via Instagram is the single of her next album 25 , set to release on November 20th. With a four year absence after her Grammy winning album 21 , fans were anticipating a follow up , but didn't think they would wait this long. Who cares though we're just excited for the album, especially since hearing "Hello." 

In case you're wondering why Drake chose the pop route, Hotline Bling should answer your questions. With all the media attention focused on Drake this year "Hotline Bling" managed to be the only single to reach #1 on Billboard. Drake released the video for the single yesterday and of course instantly the video became an internet sensation. The video shows Drake's dance skills as he is surrounded by of course beautiful women, and soon after the hashtag #drakealwaysonbeat began trending, which stemmed from the summer hashtag #beyoncealwaysonbeat. The memes are going crazy, it's hilarious.   Do you think Drake can dance?  Response to that question, Heck No. I means it's hilarious and definitely fits the mood of the song, but you're not Michael Jackson just yet Drake. Nice effort and fun to watch, and be a little more comfortable and you'll get there. As for audiences saying that the main girl in the video resembles Nicki Minaj, uhh I just don...

All We Need is Raury with his debut album which endorses peace, unity, and happiness. Normally I'd wait a few days before reviewing a new album, in order to let the piece sink in and develop an open minded opinion, but no need for All We Need . Atlanta native Raury introduced his unique sound to us at the beginning of 2015 with a 6 track ep titled Indigo Child.  Shorty after he made the XXL Freshmen Class of 2015 cover, really making a mark by having the best freestyle out of the class in my opinion. Today, October 16, 2015 Raury released his debut album All We Need.  If you like and understand The Beatles or John Lennon then you should love Raury. He promotes unity, peace, and fun, while addressing political issues that I agree are important for everyone to know about. I personally wouldn't categorize Raury's music as rap or hip hop; although after that Freshmen freestyle and songs like "Forbidden Knowledge" proves he can be consider a r...

Ty Dolla $ign - Airplane Mode Is this a taste of   Free TC , the title of Ty Dolla $ign's debut album, which is set to release about a month from now. This past Monday Ty released a 10 track mixtape titled   Airplane Mode , which features producers Mike Will Made It, Sonny Digital and Others. I enjoyed the mixtape, it sets a nice fall mood, and gives you that classic RnB sound. With songs like "Violent" you instantly want to party. This is a feel good mixtape, I rate it a 7 out of 10.  

Former NBA star Lamar Odom was found unconscious in Pahrump, Nevada at Dennis Hoff's Love Ranch South. Word has it that the 35 year old was found with fluid coming out of his mouth after partying with the ladies. Sources also say that he was taking an herbal supplement for Viagra.  Lamar was rushed to Pahrump hospital and incubated, which means he is most likely incapable of breathing involuntarily. Allegedly, Lanar is being airlifted from the hospital to Las Vegas for further treatment. I will continue to update you on this story.  Social media trends #prayforLamar #LamarOdom  Former teammate Kobe Bryant left the Lakers game to stand by Odom, alongside his ex wife Khole Kardashian . So far we know that Lamar is in coma fighting for his life. After a week of bizarre incidents with this Lamar Odom's condition, he's finally stable and wife Khloe Kardashian is back in the picture. First Odom was presumed dead, then he supposedly made physical contact wi...

More music from an upcoming female rapper named Li Li Nicols. The song samples El Debarge "I Like," and although she puts her own unique twist on the song, Li Li Nicols managed to keep its smooth sound. DAG is an acronym for dreams.ambition.goals, the title of the single and upcoming mixtape. Such a demanding voice from such a small person. Tell us what you think?

After carefully reviewing rapper The Game newest album The Documentary 2 , I've concluded that The Game is a living advertisement. The Documentary 2 is the follow up album for Game's classic debut album The Documentary , released in 2005. The Documentary was an instant classic with songs like "Hate or Love It," and during that time period Game was considered "the savior" for West Coast rappers. To make a long story short, The Documentary was great! Now as for The Doc Two, well Game I appreciate the lyrical efforts throughout the album. The lyrics were intricate and described the images you wanted to portray on the album.  Now hear me out, yes the songs sound good, and yes The Game displayed some lyricism, but how many features should be on an album in order for us to consider the album collaboration or compilation album? The Documentary 2 track list includes 19 songs (including intro & skit) and of the 19 songs 13 (excluding intro & skit) of them ...

Anti    Rihanna gathered media and fans at an L.A. gallery tonight to unveil details of her new album, and the title has now been confirmed. As some guessed early on in the night, the tentatively titled R8 is now called  ANTI , and has some pretty awesome artwork to go along with it. The cover is designed by contemporary artist Roy Nachum, who worked with Ri Ri on the cover.  

Rumors of a possible follow album to the 98 classic Miseducation of Lauryn Hill continues and fans are excited. Almost two decades away from the music scene, with one solo album to her name Lauryn Hill. Fans like me always felt deprived of music from L Boogie, because she only has one official solo album and her MTV Unplugged, which contains a small collection of 14 live songs performed at a concert. I was scared that her legacy would be overlooked because of the changes in hip hop and R&B. What makes the Miseducation a classic? The profoundness of Hill's voice and innovative songs to match gave the Miseducation a unique sound, especially during that era. No one sound like Ms. Lauryn Hill and to this day she's the only female rapper that has said to inspire all sexuality. With songs like: "Zion" "That Thing" and “Ex-Factor" anyone can relate to and gives variety to the album.  Having such a soulful sound and deep topics, makes me wonder how Hi...

Has school shootings becom some what of a pattern in our society? Seems to me like, every time one issue loses its flame the other resurfaces. Now everyone is screaming "Gun Control!" Oh the irony in the formation of events with our minds fresh off of the typical race related issues and sexuality debate.  Here are the details about the shooting:  According to Roseburg, Oregon (CNN) Chris Harper- Mercer, the shooter behind the deadly rampage at Umpqua Community College in Roseburg, Oregon, apparently committed suicide after exchanging gunfire with officers, Douglas County Sheriff John Hanlin said Saturday.  A timeline released by investigators shows that the first 911 call about the Thursday shooting was made at 10:38 a.m.  Only six minutes later, Hanlin said, two Roseburg police officers and a state  trooper arrived on the scene. Around 10:46 the officers exchanged gunfire with Harper-Mercer and reported that the suspect was down. H anlin said the state medical ...