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Monday, March 30, 2009
Thursday, March 26, 2009
Ventilation...
Please xxcuse me while i vent for a second..... 
You know I am just amazed by how contradictory the people of our nation are. Even more so the people in my life. Im not going to speak on anyone's name here but I will address a common misconception about me and my plans and/or goals in life.
See... what you've must first understand is that at the age of 17 I graduated from high school and went off to college. Virginia State University to be exact. This just so happened to be the only school i applied to. I was in love, not interested in studying anything, and eager to finish a semester so that I could move closer to this guy. I had no real dreams of my own and his love was all that inspired me. Anywhoot, to make a long story longer... the relationship ended a month before i went off to college and suddenly was lost. Months fly by and im in the process of finding myself. While on campus I get approached by members of the VSU modeling organization, Kerojo Modeling Agency Ltd.. I audition, why not?... and then... i began modeling. Joined the dance team too! I had no idea how to walk the runway and this family taught me how... part of our audition process was posing on the drop of a dime. Kids would scream, POSE! POSE! POSE!... and we would hit it hit it hit it!! 2 years later I was voted VP of Promotions & Programs... it was my job to search for gigs to book us in and all other things promo. I began searching and auditioning for fashion shows. Landed my first major runway production with DC Fashion Week... skip a few months and im home more than i am in school hitting the runways for NY Fashion Week's Seven on 7th and DC Fashion Week as well. In 2006 a telephone call from my mother changed my life... she asked me was i happy at school. She told me that although its a big deal to my family that I am in college, she wouldnt want me to be there if I really have my heart elsewhere. My mother assured me that I had her support if i wanted to come home and follow my dreams.. whatever they may be at this point. (lol.. i never really had dreams before.) She used to always tell me that I had a light shining within and a gift to share with the world... said i was blessed with talent. Well, knowing in my heart that she was right.. it felt like she had heard my prayers... anyway.. knowing this, i dropped out. I came home and began this hustle HARD. The way i see it... if it doesnt work out, i'll go back. But at least when i have kids one day I can tell them to go out and follow their heart and their dreams because I did it... and i wouldnt change it for the world. Anything other than that would make me a hypocrite. So anyway...It was also in 2006 that I signed with Vishus Entertainment LLC. as their first female rapper. My resume as far as thats concerned runs DEEP. Ive traveled with a hustle-la and spit rhymes with the set... but thats a whole different chapter. & The point of all that is to say... it wasnt until I had my first photoshoot for the label that I experienced being in front of a camera. My pics got big play and anything having to do with modeling I was willing to explore. ANYTHING TASTEFUL AND NON WHOREISH!!... lets make sure we got that part clear..lol.
Ive just been a rolling stone ever since... its now 2009 and my resume is pretty awesome (more NYFW & a Saks 5th Ave. campaign, contract with Style Elite Talent Agency, Spokesmodel for KAS Collection Inc., etc.. etc.) for a model based out of Washington DC. Cuz lawd knows anyone who is NOT Barack gets no respect for trying to establish a career here. Too many hatas.
With this said... Id just like to know what makes some people think that for any second of my life I would be fine settling here and establishing my life in DC. Not that there is anything wrong with it or the people that do but... Man... thats just not me or my focus. I guess because Im big on being the best at everything that i do and because I believe in leaving a lasting impression; many people feel im fixated on what they've tagged as "local celebrity" status... well im not! Im tryna get thee fukk outta here as soon as possible. I believe that the tour does not end here for me and this is only the beginning. I appreciate all of the support Ive been given along the way and I even more appreciate the constant feedback.
you know its true that you can be or do anything you physically put your mind too...
Only I have seen my dreams and in so many ways I plan to live them out... a girl like me cant eat, sleep, or breathe anything other than what lies beneath!! You dont have to settle either... Dont be afraid to take a chance... dont be skeptical if it takes longer than you imagined... when the worries of the world start to leave you feeling pressured... jus remember me... a lil lady just like you.. doing exactly wtf i want to do. Because the last thing i will become is a hypocrite. I promise to look into my future kidz in the eyes and speak clear to their hearts, i'd say "Baby, when you grow up you can be anything in this world that you dream to be."... and im gona mean it, cuz im going to live ... shit im living it now... and hey... if it doesnt work out for me (which it already is).. i'll go back to college.. duHH! (but at least im giving it a try)
DONT RUSH GREATNESS....
(Afternoon Inspiration)
"Its the repetition of affirmations that leads to belief. And once that belief becomes deep conviction, things begin to happen."
-Muhammad Ali
"Conformity is the jailer of freedom and the enemy of growth"
-John F. Kennedy
"You'll find out who your real friends are when your involved in a scandal dear..."
-Liz Taylor
"If i have stepped on some people at times because i am at the top, it couldn't be helped. What should i do if someone gets hurt....retire?"
-Maria Callas
"Be a lady 99 percent of the time, and that 1 percent where you need to be a bitch--Be It! Own It! Do it. For your sense of pride and a good story if nothing else"
-Kimora Lee Simmons
"I hated every minute of training, but i said, "Dont quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life like a champion."
-Muhammad Ali
"If i observed all the rules, I'd never have gotten anywhere"
-Marilyn Monroe
"Its a risk, but i beleive that the best investment you can make in anything is yourself. Invest in yourself, and then back it up. Back it up with what you do."
-Iman
You know I am just amazed by how contradictory the people of our nation are. Even more so the people in my life. Im not going to speak on anyone's name here but I will address a common misconception about me and my plans and/or goals in life.See... what you've must first understand is that at the age of 17 I graduated from high school and went off to college. Virginia State University to be exact. This just so happened to be the only school i applied to. I was in love, not interested in studying anything, and eager to finish a semester so that I could move closer to this guy. I had no real dreams of my own and his love was all that inspired me. Anywhoot, to make a long story longer... the relationship ended a month before i went off to college and suddenly was lost. Months fly by and im in the process of finding myself. While on campus I get approached by members of the VSU modeling organization, Kerojo Modeling Agency Ltd.. I audition, why not?... and then... i began modeling. Joined the dance team too! I had no idea how to walk the runway and this family taught me how... part of our audition process was posing on the drop of a dime. Kids would scream, POSE! POSE! POSE!... and we would hit it hit it hit it!! 2 years later I was voted VP of Promotions & Programs... it was my job to search for gigs to book us in and all other things promo. I began searching and auditioning for fashion shows. Landed my first major runway production with DC Fashion Week... skip a few months and im home more than i am in school hitting the runways for NY Fashion Week's Seven on 7th and DC Fashion Week as well. In 2006 a telephone call from my mother changed my life... she asked me was i happy at school. She told me that although its a big deal to my family that I am in college, she wouldnt want me to be there if I really have my heart elsewhere. My mother assured me that I had her support if i wanted to come home and follow my dreams.. whatever they may be at this point. (lol.. i never really had dreams before.) She used to always tell me that I had a light shining within and a gift to share with the world... said i was blessed with talent. Well, knowing in my heart that she was right.. it felt like she had heard my prayers... anyway.. knowing this, i dropped out. I came home and began this hustle HARD. The way i see it... if it doesnt work out, i'll go back. But at least when i have kids one day I can tell them to go out and follow their heart and their dreams because I did it... and i wouldnt change it for the world. Anything other than that would make me a hypocrite. So anyway...It was also in 2006 that I signed with Vishus Entertainment LLC. as their first female rapper. My resume as far as thats concerned runs DEEP. Ive traveled with a hustle-la and spit rhymes with the set... but thats a whole different chapter. & The point of all that is to say... it wasnt until I had my first photoshoot for the label that I experienced being in front of a camera. My pics got big play and anything having to do with modeling I was willing to explore. ANYTHING TASTEFUL AND NON WHOREISH!!... lets make sure we got that part clear..lol.
Ive just been a rolling stone ever since... its now 2009 and my resume is pretty awesome (more NYFW & a Saks 5th Ave. campaign, contract with Style Elite Talent Agency, Spokesmodel for KAS Collection Inc., etc.. etc.) for a model based out of Washington DC. Cuz lawd knows anyone who is NOT Barack gets no respect for trying to establish a career here. Too many hatas.
With this said... Id just like to know what makes some people think that for any second of my life I would be fine settling here and establishing my life in DC. Not that there is anything wrong with it or the people that do but... Man... thats just not me or my focus. I guess because Im big on being the best at everything that i do and because I believe in leaving a lasting impression; many people feel im fixated on what they've tagged as "local celebrity" status... well im not! Im tryna get thee fukk outta here as soon as possible. I believe that the tour does not end here for me and this is only the beginning. I appreciate all of the support Ive been given along the way and I even more appreciate the constant feedback.
you know its true that you can be or do anything you physically put your mind too...
Only I have seen my dreams and in so many ways I plan to live them out... a girl like me cant eat, sleep, or breathe anything other than what lies beneath!! You dont have to settle either... Dont be afraid to take a chance... dont be skeptical if it takes longer than you imagined... when the worries of the world start to leave you feeling pressured... jus remember me... a lil lady just like you.. doing exactly wtf i want to do. Because the last thing i will become is a hypocrite. I promise to look into my future kidz in the eyes and speak clear to their hearts, i'd say "Baby, when you grow up you can be anything in this world that you dream to be."... and im gona mean it, cuz im going to live ... shit im living it now... and hey... if it doesnt work out for me (which it already is).. i'll go back to college.. duHH! (but at least im giving it a try)
DONT RUSH GREATNESS....
(Afternoon Inspiration)
"Its the repetition of affirmations that leads to belief. And once that belief becomes deep conviction, things begin to happen."
-Muhammad Ali
"Conformity is the jailer of freedom and the enemy of growth"
-John F. Kennedy
"You'll find out who your real friends are when your involved in a scandal dear..."
-Liz Taylor
"If i have stepped on some people at times because i am at the top, it couldn't be helped. What should i do if someone gets hurt....retire?"
-Maria Callas
"Be a lady 99 percent of the time, and that 1 percent where you need to be a bitch--Be It! Own It! Do it. For your sense of pride and a good story if nothing else"
-Kimora Lee Simmons
"I hated every minute of training, but i said, "Dont quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life like a champion."
-Muhammad Ali
"If i observed all the rules, I'd never have gotten anywhere"
-Marilyn Monroe
"Its a risk, but i beleive that the best investment you can make in anything is yourself. Invest in yourself, and then back it up. Back it up with what you do."
-Iman
love all...
CS
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
Iiii cant 4get New Jersey...
Every now and then i like to pay tribute to a few of my favorite things. I'm not Oprah so nahhh im definitely not hosting a give-away... but. If you havent seen this movie you will be thanking me later after you do... SEE THIS MOVIE. (you might wana widescreen the joint cuz the video is too wide to view in its normal state)...Enjoy!
Directed by Nick Gomez & Produced by 40 Acres & A Mule Filmworks
"New Jersey Drive is a 1995 film about African-American youths in Newark, New Jersey; the unofficial car theft capital of the world. Their favorite pastime is that of everybody in their neighborhood: stealing cars and joyriding. The trouble starts when they steal a police car and the cops launch a violent offensive that involves beating and even shooting suspects. The film stars Sharron Corley, Gabriel Casseus, and Saul Stein. At the time, the city of Newark had the highest automobile theft rate in the country, and Newark mayor Sharpe James refused to allow filming of New Jersey Drive within the city limits; therefore, the filming locations were in the surrounding locations of Newark rather than Newark itself." -Wikepedia
Directed by Nick Gomez & Produced by 40 Acres & A Mule Filmworks
"New Jersey Drive is a 1995 film about African-American youths in Newark, New Jersey; the unofficial car theft capital of the world. Their favorite pastime is that of everybody in their neighborhood: stealing cars and joyriding. The trouble starts when they steal a police car and the cops launch a violent offensive that involves beating and even shooting suspects. The film stars Sharron Corley, Gabriel Casseus, and Saul Stein. At the time, the city of Newark had the highest automobile theft rate in the country, and Newark mayor Sharpe James refused to allow filming of New Jersey Drive within the city limits; therefore, the filming locations were in the surrounding locations of Newark rather than Newark itself." -Wikepedia
Blame IT on the AlL AllLL LLAAlcohol...
Chanelle Simone & Teena L. @ LOVE Nightclub in Washington DC
So... they passed out free shots of Belve at midnight and as you can tell from these pics... we took full advantage of dat!!
Badabababaaaaa: Im Lovin IT!
FOGO DE CHAO
Now Ive had some good eats in my life... but never have I ever been to a restaurant like Fogo de Chao. From their excellent service to intense and wide selections of wine. Fogo de Chao is sure to please any and everyone that they serve. Of course service like this comes with a price. Fogo de Chao is a 5-star restaurant and will run you about 225$ if your having dinner for two, half a bottle of wine, and include the tip. I didn't mind the bill because for starters this experience is an ENDLESS BUFFET starting at only 50$ a head!! Recession WHO?!
... you are seated by a waiter that never forgets your name. He invites you to the salad bar which has to be the hugest salad bar ive ever seen. The possiblities are endless and i loooove salad. Then once you are finish your waiter returns to your table to bring traditional side dishes of warm cheese bread, fried bananas, crispy hot polenta and seasoned mashed potatoes which are automatically brought to each table and replenished throughout the meal.. Then almost immediately... the Gaucho chefs come out to playyyy and/or serve you. What are they serving... MEAT! Its a friicken brazilian steakhouse and the portions are ENDLESS... whats with this endless shit you ask:
Each guest uses a two-sided disk to control the pace of their meal. The green side signals the Gaucho chefs to bring out skewers of sizzling fire-roasted meats to carve at the table. The red side indicates a stopping point. Turning back to green lets the Gaucho chefs know to start offering the meats again.
What else make is endless (as if it could get any better?!):
Everyone over at Fogo de Chao operates by a particular service concept of espeto corrido, which translates from Portuguese as "continuous service". This means, you dont ask for a refill.. they will see and bring it to you, your side dishes never get cold because they are replenshing your dish and/or bringing out a new one the moment your ish even starts to look a little on the chilled side.... i actually had a waitress come by and rearrange the side of me in which my wine glass sat. She said she would like for me to have more elbow room so that I could enjoy this experience fully relaxed and comfortable. Can we sayyy.. ChikA ChiKa YEaHhYaHHH!!
I encourage anyone with an interest in fine foods and excellent service to plan a visit here soon.
Washington, DC 20004
Phone: 202-347-4668
Lunch: Monday-Friday 11:30am-2:30pm
Dinner: Monday-Thursday 5pm-10pm;
Friday 5pm- 10:30pm;
Saturday 4:30pm-10:30pm;
Sunday 4pm- 9:30pm
Throwwww BacKKKKsss!!
"I LIKE" by GUY
this one goes out to all my 80's babies... press play.
i like - Guy
FYI:
This seminal R&B trio was the first group to sport the new jack swing sound, essentially traditional soul vocals melded to hip-hop beats, with credit for the genre's invention going to founder, multi-instrumentalist, and super-producer Teddy Riley. Riley formed his first band, Wreckx-N-Effect, while still a teenager, with brothers Markell Riley and Brandon Mitchell; Guy followed a few years later in 1987. Its first incarnation featured vocalists Aaron Hall and Timmy Gatling. Their self-titled debut album was an instant smash, producing the R&B hits "I Like," "Groove Me," "Spend the Night," and "Teddy's Jam." Meanwhile, Riley found himself in strong demand as a songwriter and producer; in 1988, Riley produced Bobby Brown's Don't Be Cruel, the album that helped new jack swing cross over into the pop mainstream. Riley has also worked with Kool Moe Dee, Michael Jackson (Dangerous), Stevie Wonder, Keith Sweat, Jane Child, and SWV, among others. In between albums, Guy contributed songs to the soundtracks of Do the Right Thing and New Jack City.
By 1989, Guy was in turmoil; Riley's brother Brandon Mitchell was killed in a shooting, and the group became involved in an acrimonious split with manager Gene Griffin over money. 1990's The Future featured Hall's brother, Albert Damion Hall, in place of Gatling and spawned R&B hits in "Let's Chill," "Do Me Right," "D-O-G Me Out," and "Long Gone." However, by the time Riley and Guy finally started to attract media attention for their innovative and influential work, the trio had broken up. Riley concentrated on his production and songwriting career for several years before forming the band Blackstreet with vocalists Chauncey "Black" Hannibal, Dave Hollister, and Levi Little. The quartet released a self-titled debut in 1994. Aaron Hall released his solo debut, The Truth, in 1993; brother Damion followed in 1994 with Straight to the Point. Guy reunited in 1999, issuing Guy III early the following year. ~ Steve Huey, All Music Guide
Written by Steve Huey
this one goes out to all my 80's babies... press play.
i like - Guy
FYI:
This seminal R&B trio was the first group to sport the new jack swing sound, essentially traditional soul vocals melded to hip-hop beats, with credit for the genre's invention going to founder, multi-instrumentalist, and super-producer Teddy Riley. Riley formed his first band, Wreckx-N-Effect, while still a teenager, with brothers Markell Riley and Brandon Mitchell; Guy followed a few years later in 1987. Its first incarnation featured vocalists Aaron Hall and Timmy Gatling. Their self-titled debut album was an instant smash, producing the R&B hits "I Like," "Groove Me," "Spend the Night," and "Teddy's Jam." Meanwhile, Riley found himself in strong demand as a songwriter and producer; in 1988, Riley produced Bobby Brown's Don't Be Cruel, the album that helped new jack swing cross over into the pop mainstream. Riley has also worked with Kool Moe Dee, Michael Jackson (Dangerous), Stevie Wonder, Keith Sweat, Jane Child, and SWV, among others. In between albums, Guy contributed songs to the soundtracks of Do the Right Thing and New Jack City.
By 1989, Guy was in turmoil; Riley's brother Brandon Mitchell was killed in a shooting, and the group became involved in an acrimonious split with manager Gene Griffin over money. 1990's The Future featured Hall's brother, Albert Damion Hall, in place of Gatling and spawned R&B hits in "Let's Chill," "Do Me Right," "D-O-G Me Out," and "Long Gone." However, by the time Riley and Guy finally started to attract media attention for their innovative and influential work, the trio had broken up. Riley concentrated on his production and songwriting career for several years before forming the band Blackstreet with vocalists Chauncey "Black" Hannibal, Dave Hollister, and Levi Little. The quartet released a self-titled debut in 1994. Aaron Hall released his solo debut, The Truth, in 1993; brother Damion followed in 1994 with Straight to the Point. Guy reunited in 1999, issuing Guy III early the following year. ~ Steve Huey, All Music Guide
Written by Steve Huey
Tuesday, March 24, 2009
Metro Moments.... with Chanelle Simone.
I love referring to myself in 3rd person... anywhoot.
Chanelle Simone is one of MetrO's higest paying customers... sike naw... lmao...
k, for real now...
I take the metro train to work because my job is about an hour away from my home. So its the most convienient way to travel. Well being based in DC you are SURE to catch some off-brand ish. Here the latest of my travels via train....
This guy didnt appear to be drunk at all. He was sooo stern on preaching to everyone that now that Barack is in office... all the women of the world will be homeless. He also vents towards the caucasion community about hating on Barack.. oh excuse me "Hussain Obama Barack" as he called him... lol.. Man... classic comedy at its rarest.
Chanelle Simone is one of MetrO's higest paying customers... sike naw... lmao...
k, for real now...
I take the metro train to work because my job is about an hour away from my home. So its the most convienient way to travel. Well being based in DC you are SURE to catch some off-brand ish. Here the latest of my travels via train....
This guy didnt appear to be drunk at all. He was sooo stern on preaching to everyone that now that Barack is in office... all the women of the world will be homeless. He also vents towards the caucasion community about hating on Barack.. oh excuse me "Hussain Obama Barack" as he called him... lol.. Man... classic comedy at its rarest.
My latest GREATEST... me.
Sooo as promised here are a few pics from my latest shoot...
Photography by Todd Willis
I normally never spill the beans on my favvvvoriteee photographers.. but U MUST give credit when credit is due.
Enjoy!
(in my best jamaican voice:) BIGGA DRAWS!!!
Okay, I have a best friend that is expecting and she's approaching her 8th month. Last week we all went out to eat at Olive Garden and I overheard her boyfriend call her "Bigga Draws"... he said this with a jamaican accent.. although he's guala mixed.. so that made it even funnier. She cant stand that name but in any case she will laugh it off. My friends are light hearted! So anywhoot.. the point of this intro is to ask a more serious question...
to my fellas: Do you care what type of underwear your wife/girlfriend/baby momma wears once she gains the baby weight?
I dunno my answer... but i do plan to have kids one day and ummm... i dont think i'll mind being called "BIGGA DRAWS".... dat just means shawty gat a fatty... and ummm ive been waiting my whole life for one of those.
lol... : D
no but seriously. : /
What would you do??
to my fellas: Do you care what type of underwear your wife/girlfriend/baby momma wears once she gains the baby weight?
....and ladies: Would you still sexy up your under-britches once you add that 40, 50-100lbs of baby weight (or excessive eating weight)??
I dunno my answer... but i do plan to have kids one day and ummm... i dont think i'll mind being called "BIGGA DRAWS".... dat just means shawty gat a fatty... and ummm ive been waiting my whole life for one of those.
lol... : D
no but seriously. : /
What would you do??
Tuesday, March 3, 2009
Inauguration Weekend!!!! Whooot!!!
Yess we cannnn!!! I say i say, yesss weee cannn!!!
So this year i didnt really think that i was going to participate in all of the action going on. However, with this weekend being SUCH a historical moment and time in history, HOW CAN I?!! The Hip Hop Inaugural Ball went down in DC hosted by Russell Simmons and it was indeed awesome. I bumped elbows with TI, tried to understand a joke by none other than Dick Gregory, chatted about an ignorant guest with Fonzworth Bentley, and took fliks & shared a toast with those doing the most....
and i loved every minute of it.
Let me just say that BJ Coleman is the greatest latest lovebug ever! Fabulous just cant define....
So the recap:
Diana (my model friend) and I met up around 6ish to hit up this party; as we were invited by Kenny Flanagan of KAS Collections and scheduled to arrive by 7pm.
My dress was provided by KAS Collections Inc. by the way! Got there in time...after ridiculous traffic....
Out of towners like THISSS thought it was cute to drive into intersections and fukk up the flow of traffic!!!! Thank God i wasnt driving!
The ceremony started with a speech from a guy that works for Obama.... kicking myself cuz i cant remember his name. However, i recorded the speech.. damn video wont load..sorry about that.
NONETHELESS....
I felt so inspired... Well to make a long story longer.. TI, MC Lyte, LL Cool J, Jeezy, & Bow Wow all received awards for being humanitarians of Hip Hop awards. That was awesome... after the ceremony we danced, toasted and roasted amongst the stars. Next stop... after partyin at the Infamous LOVE nightclub. My girl Fantasia was there to celebrate her Bday! Happy Birthday Fantasia!!!
So its approaching 3am so we had to make moves... valet' parking? yes please. Entrance fee? no thanks. VIP? duh!! and then the night was on....
We had a blast.... love.
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