Nicki isn't a one note artist, though. To say she is only famous for one thing, discredits the other aspects of her fame. Nicki is a talented lyricist, performer, and she is also smart. Sure we can throw in her crazy bits as a gimmick, but almost all artist have some kind of calling card that can be viewed as a gimmick.
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Nicki isn't a one note artist, though. To say she is only famous for one thing, discredits the other aspects of her fame. Nicki is a talented lyricist, performer, and she is also smart. Sure we can throw in her crazy bits as a gimmick, but almost all artist have some kind of calling card that can be viewed as a gimmick.
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You missed the part where Bey's husband did the same thing last year, if its fitting for Gaga than what is to Bey and Rihanna who have depended on Jay-Z
I didn't miss it. It just means Gaga is only at Jay Z's level. And that's not bad, he's pretty popular.
Bey on the other hand:
Wafflecakes
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Oh I am not taking anything away from the rest of it. NO artist is successful only because of their looks/styling.
Still. It is a very integral part to Nicki's success. More-so than any outside of Gaga and perhaps a few others imo. (not that its a bad thing.....pushing the boundaries with style is something I like)
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Those two Niall hashtag trending things on Twitter rn... nicolescherzingeronescalator.gif
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I am cracking up.
Not too bad....they can be posted me thinks. Only one on my twitter right now but its #1.
holy shit
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Agreed, sis. I will feel grave disappointment if Idol decides to pigeonhole these two successful black women as classless WorldStarHipHop rejects. Even worse than the racial component is the implication that even the most accomplished women just have some inability to cultivate positive, non-caustic relationships with other successful women.
I'm done with the show until Hollywood Week if they keep editing it to make it seem like Mariah's/Nicki's admittedly regrettable antics dominated each and every audition. I bet it was a tiny, tiny fraction.
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I kind of agree.
Though I never enjoyed auditions. I always jumped in during Hollywood until this year..... (watching them this year so I have something to talk about)
Also...during my absence I finally started to like Glassheart (the song...album is still meh). Played it so much recently
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Well, we know you think that, due to your unfortunate thoughts on the abolition of slavery.
AOTY candidate so far for me, streams here http://music.aol.com/new-releases-full-cds#/2
I agree. It gets messy towards the end.
I didn't enjoy it, though Northern Lights is kind of a bop.
@Royalan Do I bleach?
Your skin tone seems to match the 4 album cover more.
I'll wait for the new album that way I wont have to edit my skin tone.
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I'm halfway through and it's really good so far. What an unexpected surprise; thanks for posting!
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Yeah, I was pretty happy to find Dawn following through on all the promise those lead-in EPs offered. Goldenheart and Szjerdene's Patchwork EP that HiResDes was talking up are really, really good ways to start the year.
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Welcome back, Robido and Waffle!!
Thanks! Glad to be back.
It was a LONG and incredibly productive 3 weeks.
Ah, too bad. I saw her last Tuesday, and met her about an hour after the show ended. She is so sweet. Also, she hates encores for the same reason I do!
I've been getting into Jens Lekman recently.
I'm jealous on multiple levels.
Wafflecakes
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Celebrity prenup's always make me lol.
You always look back and think...."what were they thinking?" (well in this case it will be the guy)
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I have a bad feeling it's going to be a very long time, possibly years, before she plays a show in Seattle. Agreed. Looking forward to the list even if I suspect it's going to make me angry, hah!
B-b-but I thought she was involved in a plot to steal Michael's money!?
I'm going to not think the worst here because they have been together for a while and seem really in love with each other....but DAMN! How much is this man worth that, even with a fast track prenup designed to protect his fortune, Janet would STILL walk away with 500 million!? AND he's fine!?
Where can I find a baller like that???
Someone should make a thread. I kinda want to read the ManGAF meltdowns.
Wafflecakes
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Dropping like a rock.
I can't wait for next weeks airplay charts as its AI falls apart with the payola wearing off.
Giving me dat MDNA "GMAYL" tease.
You hate "Shittin' Thai" too!? *.*
Wafflecakes
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I CDont you mean giving me MDNA "GMAYL" teas
Well aren't you in a mood this morning? Correcting spelling on made up stan words.
As all self respecting gaffers should. Its even worse than S&S
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Well aren't you in a mood this morning? Correcting spelling on made up stan words.
Just not here for this botty summer of 2012 stanning mistakes
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Just not here for this botty summer of 2012 stanning mistakes
Well I am going to say tease forever now just to spite you.
...and you will deal.
Well I am going to say tease forever now just to spite you.
...and you will deal.
shameful, giving me Taylor Swift Night of Haylor's Break-up teas
Wafflecakes
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shameful, giving me Taylor Swift Night of Haylor's Break-up teas
I don't respond well to spell checkers on forums in general lol.
I get enough of that in classes. Keep it off my internets.
Wafflecakes
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Yes, it is. The very fact that you think its not "that bad"
implying that it is indeed bad on some level
Eh he is amazing and gifable for sure....I don't think he is the most gifable guy in the band though.
Queen Louis takes that one imo.
20. Borderline (Madonna, 1983)
Something in the way you love me won't let me be ...
The final single off Madonna's debut album, Borderline was the second song of Madonna's record-breaking 16 straight top 10 hits. A pure 80s pop-dance song whose lyrics dealt unfulfilled love, the song is regarded as one of Madonna's greatest classics.
19. Miles Away (Hard Candy, 2008)
I just woke up from a fuzzy dream ...
The final single off of Madonna's eleventh album, Hard Candy, Miles Away is an electronic ballad about long-distance relationships. The song was the clear highlight of Hard Candy, which was otherwise full of mediocre songs.
18. Don't Tell Me (Music, 2000)
Don't tell me to stop ...
The second single off of Madonna's eight album, Don't Tell Me is Madonna's last second single that peaked in the top 10. An electronic song with elements from country songs, Don't Tell Me was a strange song to follow the lead single of the album, but its mix of genres and uniqueness makes it one of her best.
17. Into The Groove (Like a Virgin, 1984)
You can dance for inspiration ...
A song originally made for the movie Desperately Seeking Susan, Into The Groove is pop-dance song that was included on her second album. Lyrically, the song is about Madonna's love of dance and inviting a male to dance with her. Though it was ineligible to chart on the Hot 100, Billboard called it the best dance single of the 1980s.
16. Open Your Heart (True Blue, 1986)
I see you on the street and you walk on by ...
Open Your Heart was the fourth single off of Madonna's widely successful third album. The pop-dance song reached the top of the Hot 100, and was one of the 16 songs in Madonna's top 10 streak.
15. Hollywood (American Life, 2003)
Everybody comes to Hollywood ...
The second single off of Madonna's not-so-well-received ninth album, Hollywood is an electronic dance song with elements from folk-rock (similar to Don't Tell Me). The song and its music video deals with American life and culture. The song was performed at VMAs of 2003, where Madonna kissed Britney Spears and that other girl.
14. Take A Bow (Bedtime Stories, 1994)
Take a bow, the night is over ...
Take A Bow was the second single released off of Madonna's sixth album. The ballad features a more mature sound from Madonna, notably toned down compared to songs off her previous two albums. It opens with oriental strings and deals with saying goodbye to a lover. The song peaked at #1 for seven weeks - Madonna's longest reign at the top spot.
13. Die Another Day (American Life, 2003)
I'm gonna wake up, yes and no ...
The theme song for the worst Bond movie ever, Die Another Day is sometimes criticized for being one of the worst Bond songs. Though the song may not be the best Bond song, it is one hell of a catchy song. Like the other songs on American Life (and her previous two albums) it is an electronic pop song.
12. Live To Tell (True Blue, 1986)
I have a tale to tell ...
The lead single off of Madonna's third album, the song was used in Madonna's then-husband, Sean Penn's, movie At Close Range. The ballad peaked at #1 on the Hot 100 and displayed a much more mature sound and music video from Madonna. The song is still considered by many Madonna fans to be her best ballad.
11. Drowned World/Substitute For Love (Ray of Light, 1998)
I traded fame for love without a second thought ...
The opening song to Madonna's seventh album and her Drowned World Tour, Drowned World/Substitute For Love is a simple ballad with very minimal electronic music. The lyrics deal with Madonna's desire and experience with fame.
Louis is the Queen. I'm just starting to warm up more to Zayn lately. I blame all the promo Marius gives him.
RE: Suit & Tie
I'm just grateful he didn't give us a shitty dance track with a terrible breakdown as his comeback single.
EDIT- I'm percheD to see where my favorite songs from the Crone land.
RE: Suit & Tie
I'm just grateful he didn't give us a shitty dance track with a terrible breakdown as his comeback single.
EDIT- I'm percheD to see where my favorite songs from the Crone land.
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Louis is the Queen. I'm just starting to warm up more to Zayn lately. I blame all the promo Marius gives him.
RE: Suit & Tie
I'm just grateful he didn't give us a shitty dance track with a terrible breakdown as his comeback single.
Amen.
The one thing I will give JT is that he seems to be doing what he wants rather than obsessing about being the "next big thing" again. I can respect that
Despite the fact that I have liked very little of his music over the years.
Zayn: Zayn is very hot and cold for me. One day I see a pic and he is utterly flawless.....the next its a video and he looks kind of ratty. Plus his personality is relatively low key to begin with.
Do we have any information on what songs she performed?
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I am fine with that lineup. I like all the songs. Glad she got to perform her own songs rather than being pushed into more patriotic "USA FUCK YEAH!" type tracks.
Kind of happy the 1D rumors turned out to be false.
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