I’m sure by now you’ve heard about the devastating earthquake that rocked Haiti on Jan 12th , 2010. Over 100,000 people are reported dead and the number is rising. Homes, businesses and government offices have been destroyed. The situation is quite bleak.
I’ve had the privilege of being in Haiti briefly, and I know that day-to-day living conditions were terrible before. I cannot fathom what it is like now. I wanted to say to our readers, please keep the people of Haiti in your thoughts and donate anything that you can to a verified charity.
Thanks,
Michelle
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Saturday, January 16, 2010
Wednesday, January 6, 2010
Happy New Year!
It’s a few days into 2010, which makes it an opportune time to look back at 2009. My favourite part of reviewing the past year is compiling my list of the hottest songs. Check out my list of top 10 singles for 2009.
Turnin Me on, Keri Hilson f/Lil Wayne
This is the song that made me loooove Keri and her badgirl swagger. She’s so badass that she can easily hold her own against thuggish rapper, Lil Wayne.
Knock You Down, Keri Hilson f/ Ne-Yo and Kanye West
Just when I thought that Keri’s Turnin’ Me On single was the best thing ever, she released Knock You Down. Can’t tell you how many times I’ve played this song.
Lions, Tigers and Bears, Jazmine Sullivan
This song came out in the beginning of 2009 but was so impressive it was destined to land high on my top 10 list. It’s raw, emotional and heart wrenching. I identified with every word that she belted out. Check out the lyrics and let me know if it doesn’t pierce your heart.
Hot N Cold, Katy Perry
I.can’t.get.enough.of.this.song!! I will be continuously playing this well into 2010
Already Gone, Kelly Clarkson
I know that this song sounds EXACTLY like Beyonce’s Halo, but Ms. Clarkson released a better produced (and less annoying) song. It’s deep, introspective- everything you expect from her.
How could I not like an ode to a-a-a- alcohol?
Successful, Drake f/Trey Songz
Still not a Drake fan, but I love this song.
Miss Independent, Ne-Yo
Would any year-end list be complete without Ne-Yo? Absolutely not.
Break-Up, Mario
The staccato beat of this song makes it sizzle!
Heartless, Kanye West
Just when you want to hate Kanye and his foolishness, he releases a great song and you forget that he’s a crazy, arrogant ass. Well, you almost forget. Still love this track, though.
Artist of the year: Lady Gaga
Say what you want about Lady Gaga—she’s weird, her music fluffy, she’s an attention whore…etc., at least she ain’t boring!!
Beneath all the flash, insane costumes and bizarre performances, she can sing. Which is more than you can say for some singers (ahem Britney Spears, Ciara, are you listening?).
Overrated Artist of the year: Drake
Runner Up: The Dream
Don’t all his songs sound the same?
Worst song: Baby By Me, 50 Cent f/ Ne-Yo
There were tons of songs that I could mention (Boom, Boom, Pow, Black Eyed Peas, Right Round, Flo Rida, Crack A bottle, Eminem, She Wolf, Shakira…and the list can goes on!) but for some reason this song seriously rubbed me the wrong way. How ignorant can one song be? Sample line: “Have a baby by me, be a millionaire..” Fail!!!
Guilty Pleasures
Normally, I would never admit to liking some of these songs, but dammit, they got me.
I Hate This Part, The Pussycat Dolls
Kiss Me Thru The Phone, Soulja boy f/Sammie
Turn My Swag On, Soulja boy
You’re a Jerk, New Boyz
Mrs. Officer, Lil Wayne f/ Bobby Valentino and Kidd Kidd
Fave Video
Sorry Taylor Swift, but I agree with Kanye. I liked Beyonce’s video too. It wasn’t necessarily the most innovative video ever, but her infectious lyrics and dance routine had me dancing whenever I heard the song.
Runner Up 1: Hot N Cold, Katy Perry
This video is hilarious and I appreciate the nod to the 80s.
Runner 2: Paparazzi, Lady Gaga
She is a genius. This slightly murderous video is more entertaining than the average Hollywood flick. I heart this video!!
That’s my rundown for music in 2009. Feel free to let me know what you think.
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