Gimmie Shelter

After watching this riveting piece of artwork; Vanessa Hudgens and Rosario Dawson, are permanently programmed in my list of mental notes as "go-to" actresses for future films. 

This movie was extremely raw and unapologetic in its bluntness, and after reading the story-line and viewing the film in its entirety -- you come to realize that there's no other way it could've been. 

A child grows up...barely reaching her teenage years, never knowing her father and being raised by a drug addicted mother who only wants her child around as a form of income -- which she receives from the state government. Eventually, the child is old enough to realize that her life hurts and the only way to get relief, is by running away from her mother's death trap. 

Throughout the movie you follow the child's difficult journey and endure with her the insurmountable obstacles; witnessing the many firsts of her life...love, happiness, peace, pride, structure and confidence, all the things that were desperately lacking in her life at the beginning of the film.

Vanessa Hudgens;Rosario Dawson

Gimmie Shelter is the perfect title for this movie because you literally watch a child's struggle to find that very thing -- that most of us know as "home."

This film will soften hearts and make you think but most importantly, it'll create new advocates and activists for the well-being of children. 

Kudos to the writer and all who were involved with this project -- it's a must see for sure. 

On a side note: This movie reminded of a song titled Brenda's Got A Baby by rapper Tupac Shakur, and because the words fit so well with this film I decided to link the video and lyrics here -- for any young girl that finds herself in a situation as the above mentioned; know that there's a way out and people that are willing to help you.

2014 LA

New Black Starz TV Series 'Power'...is FIRE

Have you seen the new Starz TV series titled, Power?

It's produced by and features rapper and businessman 50 Cent (Curtis Jackson), and written by Courtney Kemp Agboh.

A HOOD TALKS highly suggests this programming for anyone into really good acting, espionage, and plot-lines that leave you guessing with drama for days; mild violence and sex are also apart of this jaw dropping series. 

The first season has already ended but you're in luck, because if you have On Demand all you have to do is go to the Starz network to watch the entire season -- this way you'll be caught up when the second season commences next year. I promise you -- this show is extremely addictive.

Kudos to 50 Cent for bringing this entertaining piece of art form to our TV screens, and something tells me that this show is going to be around for a long time.

2014 LA

Kanye West in Robocop: Unreleased Music Video with Ex-Girlfriend Amber Rose

Apparently, a snippet of Ye's back in the day video recently surfaced online to many of his fans delight. 

Why? We don't know. Is there a hidden message being given by the Yeezus rapper? We don't know.

Because the video was to short for me to understand what he was talking about, I found the actual lyrics and posted them here for your viewing. I suggest reading the lyrics first and than watch the video, it makes more sense that way.

Another day in the life of Ye, using his relationships to inspire his creativeness. 

#Word

2014 LA

Tiny and Tip Use Art to Communicate

The ongoing public feud between Mr. and Mrs. Harris, has carried over into art form -- where Tiny appears to be stepping up her game as if to show Tip, that he better recognize what he has before it leaves him. 

In Tiny's latest single WTFYGD, which has reached number one on the iTunes chart -- she kicks the real to her husband while facetiously telling him "I'm gon show you what it feel like to be on the other side of the gun."

The latter can be chalked up as a reference to the latest rumors that Mrs. Harris cheated on Tip with boxing champ Floyd Mayweather, as a way of getting back at him for all of his infidelities. 

Actually, Mayweather stated in an interview that he indeed slept with Tiny -- which in turn triggered a brawl between the rapper and heavyweight champion in a fast food restaurant in Las Vegas, Nevada. 

However, Tip obviously wants to reconcile the marital differences with his wife as he released a new track called Stay, with the name of the title alluding to the conclusion that he's hoping for?

Will Tiny take Tip back? And will the success of her new single embolden her to make a new album?

With regards to Tiny and Tip, #WhatIsYourHoodTalkingAbout?

2014 LA

Singer Alicia Keys Expecting Second Baby

Instagram | @aliciakeys

Happy Anniversary to the love of my life @therealswizzz !! And to make it even sweeter we've been blessed with another angel on the way!! You make me happier than I have ever known! Here's to many many more years of the best parts of life!

Alicia Keys recently announced via social media that she and hubby Swizz Beatz, are indeed expecting their second child together.

The super star couple will be making their 3 year old son Egypt, a big brother very soon.

Congrats to the happy couple!

2014 LA

Adrienne Bailon Hits Kim Kardashian Where It Hurts

Kim kardashian;Adrienne Bailon

Former 3LW singer, Disney Cheetah girl and actress, and now current co-host on The Real -- Adrienne Bailon, fired back at reality star Kim Kardashian for interjecting herself into a social media scuffle over comments made by Bailon, in the September issue of Latina magazine. 

Bailon made comments about a tattoo that she wishes to have removed which bares the name of her former beau, Rob Kardashian. While speaking on her tattoo issue she proceeded to talk about how Rob strategically cheated on her, which she found to be very disloyal and hurtful. Adding to her comment she stated that her career was even affected due to the "Kardashian label" that was bestowed upon her. 

Obviously, Kim K didn't appreciate the blow and replied via Tweeter, "Funny how she says being with a Kardashian hurt her career yet the only reason she has this article is bc she is talking about a Kardashian."

To which Bailon fired back stating, "Fame and a Career are two different things. I've always had a career. I have been working hard since I was 15 years old. Being someones "girlfriend" was never what I wanted to be famous for. What makes you "famous" isn't always what you want to be "labeled" as, or known for. If anyone should understand that...it should be you."

Bailon continued, "I also stated in the article that none of this would have stopped me from being in love and being in that relationship. I just would have gone about it differently. You can love someone just as much in private. We all learn from our first loves." #GodBless

As of late, Kim Kardashian has yet to respond.

On a side note: Kendall Jenner also stated that being related to the name "Kardashian" hurt her career as well, so why all the hoopla over Adrienne's comment?

2014 LA

Paris Hilton Sets TV Screens Ablaze with New Fast Food Commercial

Courtesy of nydailynews.com

Watching the latest Carls Jr. commercial as a model eats a huge bacon burger atop a sudsy sedan, which she occasionally washes before taking healthy bites of her sandwich -- threw me for a complete loop as socialite and actress Paris Hilton, arrives on the scene showcasing her well kept body in an all black bikini.

I literally was super excited to see her again since she's been missing in action -- choosing to keep a low profile these days. And when she entered the screen it was all FIYAH, as she strutted her stuff as if she were walking on the run way. 

The last Carls Jr. commercial Paris appeared in almost ten years ago, nearly broke the company's website due to the enormous traffic it received.

Yaaaaassssss Paris! Do your thang doll and you look amazing. Great job Carls Jr.

2014 LA 

KimYe Finally Together Again

After weeks of not being seen together Kimye met up in Ibiza, Spain, to celebrate the 40th birthday of Givenchy fashion designer and friend, Riccardo Tisci.

Needless to say from the photographs, it didn't appear that the couple was over-the-moon about seeing each other. However, Kanye's outfit was super chic as his black shirt with white circle pendant perfectly matched that of his bff's, Riccardo Tisci. 

It was a star studded affair with models, singers, socialites and rappers, as they partied well into the night at club Amnesia, where the Yeezus rapper performed a few of his hit songs.

I'd say it was a joyful and successful night for the infamous designer.

2014 LA