Tim Tebow Sex Scandal

This is completely absurd.  Tim Tebow seems to have this big rain cloud hanging over him wherever he goes.  In the past couple of months Tebow has been replaced by Peyton Manning, traded to the New York Jets as a back-up QB, and was recently booed at a New York Yankees game.  All of this for a guy who describes himself as a devote Christian. 

Tebowmania is about to pick up again!  Wait…it’s not football related; this time it’s surrounded around his virginity.  Ashleymadison.com is a [shall I say slutty] website that provides matches for swingers.  They are offering $1 million to any woman who can take Tebow’s virginity and prove it. 

Wait…What?  $1 million?

This is going to bring out the crazies.  Women already are attracted to Tebow…he’s a young football player who appears to do no wrong (expect ruin the Bronco’s playoff chances).  But let’s be honest, in today’s society there are a lot of women who are looking for an easy come-up.  People do not believe in working hard, they are more concerned with how they can make money quickly?  It’s become a trend for women to sleep with athletes and somehow get fame and recognition for doing so (hence Basketball Wives, Football Wives, Baseball Wives etc.)

Here’s the $1 million question…WHY IS TEBOW’S VIRGINITY SO IMPORTANT?

Why are people so obsessed with Tim Tebow?  Ever since he announced his faith to the world people have been obsessed with him and comparing him to Christ.  The guy said he was a Christian and was saving himself for the right woman.  He did not say he is Christ in the flesh!  He simply shared a snippet of his religious views with us.  Somehow that got translated into that he is perfect and he is without sin? I’m pretty sure Tim Tebow has flaws…even if he is a devote Christian; WE ALL DO!  So if he decides to have sex before marriage, or have a one-night stand or whatever…why is it any of our business?   More importantly, why should anybody encourage him to stray from his religious beliefs?  That’s like swinging cocaine in front of Charlie Sheen after he got out of rehab, betting $1 million to a person who can prove that he will use again.  WHY? Why endorse it…just to say “AH HAH…I told you so.”  Then what?  You feel better about yourself for outing somebody, or exposing a flaw?  The media and the world are obsessed with trying to expose people.  Let the young man live. (Follow me @eyediditmyway)

Holograms

Things are getting out of control.  As everyone has heard by now, Tupac made a surprise performance at this year’s Coachella.  For those who don’t know, Coachella is an annual Music and Arts Festival held in the dessert of California that showcases up and coming artists.  It’s pretty much like Woodstock; there are artist from several genres including Indie, Rock, Hip Hop, Electronic Music etc.  Apparently, Tupac wanted in on some of the action too!  Dr. Dre and Snoop had Tupac join them on stage via hologram to perform “Hail Mary” and “2 of Amerikaz Most Wanted.”  I’m not going to lie; it was pretty impressive but also seriously creepy at the same time.  Look at the clip.  They have Tupac’s appearance, moves, voice, and tattoos perfected. 

Here’s the problem….

I see this one great idea that entertainers, fans, and the media are going to take it and run with it.  Whether people want to admit it or not, the hologram was kind of bizarre and creepy as it was shocking.  With that said I know that another hologram performance of a deceased musician is on the way.  BY ALL MEANS PLEASE DON’T.  Please don’t bring back Biggie, Michael Jackson, Whitney Houston, Elvis, Marvin Gaye, John Lennon, Freddie Mercury, Dick Clark or ANYBODY else you can think of.  Seriously…for once can we let a musician rest in peace?  (Follow me @eyediditmyway)

You Are The Weakest Link...Goodbye

There always comes a time when someone’s favorite artist needs to put down the mic and move on.  With every new song, album, or mixtape they release their fan base shrinks and the blogs laugh!  The artist still thinks they’re music is hot…filled with quality, and their true fans will appreciate it.  In reality…the artist probably has too many “yes-men” around them who are not going to admit to the artist that they are REACHING!!!  What’s that old saying: “Good Things Don’t Last Forever” (word to Rich Boy).  Here are a couple of artists that need to go to the left:

1. Diddy: Swag, Diddy, Puffy, Papa Daddy Puff, or whatever he is called at the moment…he just needs to stop it with his remixing and rapping.  His latest verse on the “Shot Caller Remix” is the same stuff he was spitting on “I Get Money Remix” and all the tracks he’s been featured on since 2007.  Enough already sir! We know you are rich and you were the pioneer of all things swag. His creation of Dirty Money almost worked but he gave shine to every other artist featured on the album besides his band mates.  Plus he rapped/sung in auto-tune…that was such a fail.  He is one of the best businessmen in the world, and he has a knack for producing, marketing, and ruining the careers of everybody he signs.  He should just stick to that and stalking J-Lo…leave the rapping alone. 

2. Lil Kim: We are all still laughing at you for trying to sell your Black Friday mixtape through Pay Pal.  People release mixtapes for free all the time so why would we pay for one…especially for an artist who was popular in the mid-90’s and early 2000’s.  Granted her last album did have a couple of hits but that was over 5 years ago.  Her latest song “Keys To The City” ft. Young Jeezy is…um…well it doesn’t sound like Lil Kim.  It sounds like she is trying really hard to keep up with the times.  Food for thought. 

3. Soulja Boy: Can you believe that there are still die-hard Soulja Boy fans in the world? Soulja Boy releases music all of the time…with beats from FL Studio (ex: the "Stop Kony" song).  His last hits that I mildly enjoyed was “Pretty Boy Swag,”“Blowing Me Kisses,” and regretfully “Speakers Going Hammer” (circa 2010).  You know what it is… (and I am speaking as a fellow southerner)…southern music has changed a little.  Most of the party tracks are coming from California right now.  The south has ventured away from snap and crunk music, as well as jigging.  Don’t get me wrong we all love to jig but most of that music is played on a local and regional level.  The dope boys, hustlers, and thought provoking veterans and new comers are getting all of the national shine.  As I have blogged before, Soulja Boy raps about…[I’m literally drawing a blank here].  Maybe it’s time that he leaves the rap game while he still has some bragging rights (he’s responsible for the youtube phenomenon) and invest his time in developing video games?

4. DMX- I LLOOOVVEE me some DMX. I mean I can recite his first two albums on sight!  I will proudly blast his 90’s music loud and proud out of my car…and bark and growl at somebody too! I also commend DMX for seriously wanting to get his life together.  He’s on VH1’s new show called Couples Therapy (which I heard he is a hot mess on), and he wants to stay clean and sober.  Great…so now he can focus on new music.  But wait I feel like this is a case of Déjà vu because situations like this have not worked out with DMX in the past.  His past experiences can possibly translate into good music once again, but maybe he should focus on…on…taking things one day at a time.  Maybe his time has passed.

5. Mystikal- In all fairness if I had to put DMX on the list then I had to include Mystikal.  I just saw the video to his comeback song, “Original.” He is still rapping the same…that is good I suppose because he is sticking to style…being original (<---see what I did there).  It’s been over 10 years and I still have trouble understanding what he is saying when he rhymes.  And the fact that he signed with Cash Money is just not a good look.  Their roster is all over the place.  I just don’t see this being a positive comeback.  Maybe he should write a book, start a business, or help out Master P. (Follow me @eyediditmyway)

DRAKE is #Winning

Critics constantly attack Drake’s character calling him soft, whiny, and anything and everything that resembles a baby.  While some see Drake as being “the same yellow boy who used to play up on Degrassi,” he has rapidly developed into the “go-to guy for the hits” in just three years.  Whether he is being Drizzy or Heartbreak Drake on a track, he always leaves a good impression.  Unlike most artists, Drake has found the perfect formula for success: he manages to express his emotions while still showcasing the arrogance and growing pains of a guy in their mid 20’s. 

Drake is regarded as 2012’s second ‘Hottest MC in the Game’ for a reason.  Unlike several other artists you can tell that Drake is a student of Hip Hop and R & B; he infuses the two so well.  As an artist, Drake understands the mechanics of musical composition like none other.  He understands harmonies and melodies, as well as when to use inflections.  All of these things and more are the reason why Drake is constantly #winning (word to Charlie Sheen!).  So without further ado, here are MY stand out Drake songs:

1. Underground Kings- Drake   

Drake's homage to southern rap pioneers UGK is arguably one of, if not THE, standout track on his Take Care album.  His delivery does the track justice while cleverly boasting how he made a milli of a mixtape.  

2. Shot For Me- Drake

This is one of the most vulnerable tracks on Take Care. Of course all men can relate to it but it is a relatable song in general.  Who does not share these same feelings as Drake after a break up? Bitter, anger, jealousy, resentment, love, and arrogance.  Heartbreak Drake is at his finest right here!

3. Deuces Remix- Chris Brown ft. Drake, T.I., Kanye West, Fabolous, and Andre 3000

Who does not know Drake's verse on this remix? Drake croons his way into describing his lusty relationship with his significant other.  Don't lie, everyone in their 20's has had at least one. 

4. In The Morning- J.Cole ft. Drake

Let's be frank, we all love getting it in in the morning, especially after getting it on at night!

Honorable Mention: 9AM In Dallas, Uptown, and Free Spirit

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