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By DH

June 6, 2008 8:46 AM | Link to this

He will have very limited and narrow appeal. I can’t see this guy carrying a movie, possibly a small part in a film but never as a leading man. he dosn’r have the right stuff. If they’re stupid enough to put this guy in the lead, it will go straight to DVD and be a major flop outside the projects.

By KF

June 6, 2008 9:04 AM | Link to this

Just another sad example that we’re sending to our youth. Make bad choices and you’ll still be rewarded as long as you’re a celebrity.

By LvnRT

June 6, 2008 9:15 AM | Link to this

This just disgusts me. Even if he HAD talent (which he doesn’t) he should not be rewarded for being a terrible person. Having those weapons was not just a “BAD DECISION” a bad decision is buying an SUV while gas prices are so high…buying guns like he did is CRIMINAL and shows a lack of character, morals, and a weak mind.

By Edward

June 6, 2008 9:15 AM | Link to this

Just I avoid thr area that the street Boulevard is near in Atlanta, I will avoid the movie the same way. Like I want to hear a bunch of hip-hoppers on their cell phones in a movie talking back at the screen. I’d rather have a root canal without having the gums numb. Typical Hollyweird crap. Can California hurry and either burn up or fall into the ocean and take it’s freaks with it. Save the wildlife and pets out there, lets the rest drown.

By Michael

June 6, 2008 9:19 AM | Link to this

Really? A sad example? Like, I dont know, you never made a mistake in your life? Is that it KF? Did you ever learn from them? Having said that, did you let one mistake overcome you instead of you overcoming it? Why dont you listen to the song No Matter What by T.I. where he says, “Wonder how I’m facing years, but I’m still chillin’, It’s easy, let go, and let God deal with it.” Sad example indeed for our kids.

By Michael

June 6, 2008 9:29 AM | Link to this

Hey LVNRT

I take it you are a high profile celebrity that a lot of people dont like… See, you have NO need of pretecting yourself, because hundreds of thousands of people dont have a grudge against you.

Oh, and he doesnt have talent? Really, maybe thats why hes sold more than 10 million albums is because he has no talent. Just because you dont like hop hop you bash it? Well S**T I dont like all the drug crazed hippies from the 70’s listening to psychedlic rock. this goes both ways, or the redneck alcoholics with their country. this is a slippery bridge you are walking on, so watch it.

By BC

June 6, 2008 9:30 AM | Link to this

Fall Back Haters.

By GADAWG

June 6, 2008 9:33 AM | Link to this

You people kill me judging people that mnake bad choices. When Danny Heatley made the bad choice of traveling down Lenox Road @ 80 miles/hour after having a few drinks and killing his friend and teammate none of you were disgusted with the Atlanta Thrashers for giving him another chance! He is still getting making money and you’re not mad 2 him. HE MADE BAD CHOICES JUST LIKE T.I.!!!!!

By JC

June 6, 2008 9:39 AM | Link to this

These films don’t require much range from Mr. Harris, so he should do a good job. If he really wants to take risks, he should get outside of his comfort zone and play a character role portraying a cop, fireman, medic, soldier, teacher or widower. Hey, it worked out ok for Will Smith.

By Kimi

June 6, 2008 9:46 AM | Link to this

If you dislike TI so much why even bother to read this blog or reply? Nothing better to do but kick a man down?

I wish TI the very best. Hopefully he has learned his lesson and will continue to follow a better path. I liked ATL and look forward to these upcoming flicks. Obviously, Matt Dillon & Idris Elba, both established actors in their own right, aren’t worried so none of you should be either.

By Miss Manners

June 6, 2008 9:49 AM | Link to this

I think he did a good job in ATL, however, I’m a little hesitate about what he will represent, are you glorying what he did regarding the gus, sending a double message to the youth of today that it’s okay. I understand he made a mistake and that he will deal with the consequences and he should get over it. I hope he learned his lesson and continue to press forward. I hope he gets married soon.

By THE COVENANT MEDIA GROUP

June 6, 2008 9:50 AM | Link to this

TI HAS SAT DOWN WITH KIDS AND EXPLAINED HIS ACTIONS, I DONT KNOW ANY CELEBRITY THAT HAS GOTTEN IN TROUBLE DO JUST THAT, IT DOESNT MATTER BECAUSE ALL YOUR KIDS WILL WATCH IT, THE SAME KIDS THAT WATCHED TI EXPLAIN HIS ACTIONS ON BET…… LOL NUFF SAID .. HATERS… HATERS LIKE THAT ARE THE SAME ONES THAT HAVE ROAD RAGE…AND THE SAME ONES THAT WILL SEE A DEBIT ON THEIR ACCOUNT THAT SAYS “ti cd” :)

By Educated

June 6, 2008 9:52 AM | Link to this

Two words, four syllables…AMY WINEHOUSE!

By LvnRT

June 6, 2008 9:52 AM | Link to this

Michael, I need not even dignify your response with retaliatory repartee…your ignorance and lack of education is evident.

By Bama

June 6, 2008 9:53 AM | Link to this

People Please! so you don’t believe in second chances. How is that different from sending your kid off to college and they dropping out due to low grades, drugs, pregnant, or pulling a gun out and blasting students (CAWP/ Crazy A$$ White P….). No second chance for Bobby, Amy, or Lauren. If your kids look up to the starts then there on crack. They should look up to you (the parent) and nothing else. Now if your working at McDonalds then I hope they won’t grow up to be a fry master. lol! Hey! Rock stars due drugs all the time so what’s the difference. Rock on T.I. and keep it pimpin!

By sexyslim

June 6, 2008 9:56 AM | Link to this

“HATERS”

By T

June 6, 2008 9:56 AM | Link to this

His proformance in ATL. was ok. As for American Gangster they could have gotten someone better for less. However, if someone sees talent in him, then the best of luck I guess. As for his crimes, he has already been judged and sentenced. It is up to the individual to support his career or not.

By LvnRT

June 6, 2008 10:01 AM | Link to this

I’m sorry, what does Danny Heatley have to do with this conversation?…no one has made that comparison, he is not mentioned in the article…No one was “baiting” you “DAWG” (lovely spelling, what grade are you in little one?)

Now if your inference is comparing that incident to Clifford’s based on race we can get out a score card and track criminal behavior based on that criteria. I don’t think there will be any surprises with the outcome.

The ignorance in the rhetoric or his supporters speaks volumes…”keep it pimpin” what does that even mean…truly sad…You fella’s need to listen to Bill Cosby. I will pray for you.

By Stacey

June 6, 2008 10:08 AM | Link to this

I think T.I. made a bad and quite frankly, a dumb mistake. That said, as long as he serves his sentence (which he appears to be doing) I think he should get another chance. If you don’t like his music - don’t buy it. Don’t like his films - don’t watch them. That’s the beauty of having freedom of choice.

Personally, I think he was excellent in “ATL” and he held his own in “American Gangster”. While I don’t think he has “leading man” capability at this time, very few actors do. Movies aren’t just comprised of “leading men”. Also, like it or not, he has a fan base that will go to the theater to see him.

By MiDdle FaNga ZuP

June 6, 2008 10:10 AM | Link to this

If those posting the negative comments about TI had half of the money he’s made, you wouldn’t care what he did. As a matter of fact, you’d probably be too busy to be reading this blog.

By SMITH

June 6, 2008 10:11 AM | Link to this

SHAKE THOSE HATERS TIP! KEEP MAKING MONEY. I WILL ALWAY BE A TI FAN!

By Tony

June 6, 2008 10:14 AM | Link to this

NICK, YOU ARE SO SAD!!!!!!! WHY DOES THIS HAVE TO BE A RACIAL ISSUE? BUT HEY I GUEST A RACIST WILL ALWAYS BE SIMPLE!

By idolholic

June 6, 2008 10:16 AM | Link to this

To all the haters: Tell them Tip, “Still I Stand”! The only person who can judge you is God. Do your thing TI and expand and perfect your craft. Everyone deserves the chance to turn their life around, we are all just one ‘bad decision’ from being in trouble. Stay blessed TI and I wish you all the best.

By Tony

June 6, 2008 10:17 AM | Link to this

NICK, YOU ARE SO SAD!!!!! SIMPLE AND SAD

By Tony

June 6, 2008 10:18 AM | Link to this

NICK, YOU ARE SO SAD!!!!! SIMPLE AND SAD

By Tony

June 6, 2008 10:19 AM | Link to this

NICK, YOU ARE SO SAD!!!!! SIMPLE AND SAD

By Michael Welch

June 6, 2008 10:20 AM | Link to this

Take a moment to think about the worst thing you ever did, Now think about if it was made public.Now be thankful and more forgiving of others

By C

June 6, 2008 10:20 AM | Link to this

Robert Downey Jr. - Iron Man Drugs, Weapon possesion, Rehab over 10 times! Kelsey Grammer - Drugs, DUI’s! Woody Allen - Married his own adopted Asian child Need I go on…. TI did a good job in ATL. How many chances have someone given you???

By HATERS ALL OVER THE ATL

June 6, 2008 10:20 AM | Link to this

T.I. PLEASE DO YOUR THING!! It is amazing to me to read the HATERAID that the ATL can easily say while you are not right in front of that person. This is a man, who made a mistake. He lost a baby and a best friend in the same year. When his best friend was killed 9 times out of 10 they were actually gunning for him! Did he feel like he needed to protect his family and himself, ABSOLUTELY!!! He made a call that any REAL MAN would make, regardless of what happens to me I have to protect my family. So, while some of you “so called educated” people come down on him, step back and ask yourself what would you do!! T.I. I wil always be a fan, I love your music and movies. LET GO AND LET GOD!!! NOW THAT IS MOTIVATION

By Mary Jacobs

June 6, 2008 10:24 AM | Link to this

“Shake those Haters” “MiDdle FaNga Zup” “HATERS” “Keep it pimpin” “LOL NUFF SAID” Congratulations for making LvnRT’s point.
Your command of the English language is amazing. If more of an effort to become financially sound was based on education and not trying to be a rapper or sports star their would be a lot less poverty and violence among your community.
It is hard to finish school when you are fathering multiple children by multiple girls and running with guns trying to prove “street cred”. Guess what boys—A diploma is “cred” that can not be denied and there is nothing preventing anyone from getting an education. It is available to all of you and most of you get it for free where as I had to pay for mine. Grow up and educate yourself and get legitimate jobs…better to be middle class and legitimate than to be rich and “gangsta”

By LvnRT

June 6, 2008 10:28 AM | Link to this

“C” Again, why are you bringing those names up? What do they have to do with TI? What relevance do they have on this topic unless your are trying to say in some cryptic manner that there are white celebrities with similar problems. Well that is not only true it is obvious. Why bring it up unless your point is racially motivated?

By Darryl Moore

June 6, 2008 10:28 AM | Link to this

A rapper makes a mistake…NAIL HIM TO THE CROSS…A sports star or some Caucasian artist makes a mistake…SLAP ON THE WRIST AND COUNSELING…double standard!!! I see Atlanta is still a TRUE southern town…RACISM WILL NEVER DIE!!!

By Jackie

June 6, 2008 10:32 AM | Link to this

I have found Americans to be the most unforgiving people in the land…When people learn from their mistakes, it only allows others not to make the same ones…It also builds character and changes people…Growth is progressive but not always easy or perfect…LOL T.I. You can make it even though haters are all around…They will not feel the same if it were their son or daughter…..J. Moore

By mona

June 6, 2008 10:32 AM | Link to this

HATERS=MOTIVATORS-YOU ALL ARE HATERRRRRRRS-LEAVE THE MAN ALONE_GET A LIFE

By Tony

June 6, 2008 10:32 AM | Link to this

LvnRT,

while they are speaking “cultural” jargon that you will never understand, I do think your preception of the support of TI is narrow minded. Many, black and white, have made mistakes in the entertainment world and have been given a second chance. Why is it such a disgrace to give TI a second chance. Given the opportunity, you will find that he is a good guy with a good heart who made mistakes. This did not have to become a racial blog and I only review these blogs to see where the minds and hearts of Southerns are. I must admit, WE STILL HAVE A LONG WAY TO GO!!!!!!!

By zone1atl

June 6, 2008 10:33 AM | Link to this

its alright for that crackhead rob downey jr. to boss hog but its wrong for T.I to even get a part in a movie. its alright for our commander and cheif to send troops off to die for nothing but its wrong for T.I to get a part in a movie. must be nice to be white in ameriKKKa!

By LvnRT

June 6, 2008 10:34 AM | Link to this

Darryl,

Do you really want to tally statistics? Are you prepared to believe what facts and numbers can prove when it comes to criminal behavior? Granted there may be a socio economic root to the problem and that root may trace back to harsher times in today’s world there is no reason why a young fella should follow and idolize criminals instead of getting an education. Facts speak for themselves. God Bless

By mona

June 6, 2008 10:38 AM | Link to this

HATERS=MOTIVATORS-SO what he made a mistake-what about the child molestors and murderers-worry about who your next President is gonna be-instead of worring about TI-T.I. DO YOU-enjoy your life-people are gonna have something to say any way

By Mesha

June 6, 2008 10:40 AM | Link to this

You all make some very valid points, not Edward, but Clifford (T.I) has to feed his family too and just because he’s on T.V., don’t mean the man deserves not to work. Leave that man alone and let him take care of that family and fiance of his! It’s pass HATE it’s straight JEALOUSY- let that man work….

By Logically Speaking

June 6, 2008 10:41 AM | Link to this

Robert Downey Jr. has enjoyed a great comeback recently (Ironman) after dealing with his reoccurring drug issues. That doesn’t seem to be mentioned anymore. He’s greatly respected in the media and applauded for overcoming adversity. Did you stop your kids from going to see Ironman because Robert Downey Jr. made mistakes…. Go ahead - I’ll wait…..

By Tony

June 6, 2008 10:41 AM | Link to this

LVNTR…EX OF SUPPORT AFTER ADMISSION OF WRONG:

President Bush: admitted he was wrong on Iraq. 4000 and still counting are dying. 30% of Americans still support him.

VP Chaney: Shot a man in the face. There were no charges.

Halliburton: Overcharged the U.S. 100s of millions of dollars. Yet, they continued to get no bid contracts

I wonder if this will strike a never…Just so you know, I purposely used those examples to insight you as you have chosen language to insight.

Seriously, step back and try to be object and take a wait and see approach. What I know about “man” is that their true colors remain forever! If TI is this “person” you think, it will show and he will be the cause of his final demise…LETS BE FAIR AMERICA!!!!!!!! END RACISM…AFTERALL, THAT IS WHAT WE ARE TALKING ABOUT…NOT TI!!!!!

By LvnRT

June 6, 2008 10:43 AM | Link to this

Tony,

Let begin by saying I am from New York, not a southerner. Let me finish by recommending you also consider getting an education as I am not even sure what preception is?

By GADAWG

June 6, 2008 10:44 AM | Link to this

LvnRT,

I’m a fan of the Georgia Bulldogs, travel to Athens when you have a chance and you’ll see the same spelling around the city. Anyway you brought up race and in the blog we are talking about famous people who made bad choices and got a second chance. I was comparing the two because they both got second chances after making BAD CHOICES nad no one is mad @ DANNY HEATLEY or the ATLANTA THRASHERS organization for giving him another chance, but people are upset because T.I. has been given a second chance! GO DAWGS!!!!!!!!

By buc_wild1

June 6, 2008 10:44 AM | Link to this

People…….All of you need to realize that this America, where the media dictates the rise and fall of every athlete, celebrity, politician, and whomever they deem important at the time. If all of you would take the time after reading these simplistic articles these so call journalist put on here, you would understand one simple thing…….it’s called freedom of speech, your First Amendment Right. Bottom line is in life, you have a choice in everything you do. Why comment on these things when you probably won’t take the time to even see the film this young man will be in. Instead you comment on the blog s thinking you’re making a sensible statement, but really only showing how truly ignorant you are. Often times we wonder why this city, state, and country is so divided on issues; just re-read some of the entries submitted and it will be a quick reminder. People, use your time wisely rather than be an internet blog tough guy/gal. Dedicate your time in making a difference in your child, family or communities life. Go do something positive with your frustrations, and if your at work, get back to it. I’m quite sure your company wouldn’t be satisfied with their employees griping on this when you should be working. Think people, you’re suppose to be an example for your little ones, their role model. Fine example people, fine example your setting.

By Tony

June 6, 2008 10:46 AM | Link to this

LVNTR…EX OF SUPPORT AFTER ADMISSION OF WRONG:

President Bush: admitted he was wrong on Iraq. 4000 and still counting are dying. 30% of Americans still support him.

VP Chaney: Shot a man in the face. There were no charges.

Halliburton: Overcharged the U.S. 100s of millions of dollars. Yet, they continued to get no bid contracts

I wonder if this will strike a never…Just so you know, I purposely used those examples to insight you as you have chosen language to insight.

Seriously, step back and try to be objectIVE and take a wait and see approach. What I know about “man” is that their true colors remain forever! If TI is this “person” you think, it will show and he will be the cause of his final demise…LETS BE FAIR AMERICA!!!!!!!! END RACISM…AFTERALL, THAT IS WHAT WE ARE TALKING ABOUT…NOT TI!!!!!

By LvnRT

June 6, 2008 10:46 AM | Link to this

Tony,

You are the one bringing up racism. Why, like many of the other, are you bringing up negative examples of Caucasians? Are you implying we should feel unified in wrongness? Sorry I find that to be a very weak and fruitless path. Good Day and God Bless.

By Logically Speaking

June 6, 2008 10:51 AM | Link to this

LVNrt:

Don’t just call out “C” for having racially motivated comments. Just look at Mary Jacobs. And since when does using analogies to prove a point not a good idea?

By Tony

June 6, 2008 10:54 AM | Link to this

LVNRT…

it is called a typo…please don’t challenge my education because THAT you will not win!!!!!!! I narrowly looked at my examples as just caucasians…I can honestly say with GODs eyes on me now that i never thought of them as caucasians. Look at what all 3 examples have in common and you will find tha Halliburton has no color…I used these examples as political frames of references and view points of life. See minorities disagree with these 3 examples because of thier viewpoint in life (good bad or indifferent)…the majority does not…like i suggested, step back and look at the big picture; be objective. My argument may be weak and fruitless because you are not willing to even entertain the possibility that there is a middle ground. And no! I am not a democrate..I am very much an independent!!!!!!

By J

June 6, 2008 11:02 AM | Link to this

Andre Bedazazle best player on Will Ferrels Team

By T

June 6, 2008 11:14 AM | Link to this

I have now noticed that most racists do not know they are racists. As long as they listen to Bill Cosby. If you do not want to watch his films dont. You problably were not going to anyways. The only people who should be worried about the kind of example the man sets. Is his own family.

By T.P.

June 6, 2008 11:14 AM | Link to this

Let’s not make judgement and call him a bad person, you have to undertsand that he made a mistake and is learning from it. A mistake that stemmed from something that he thought was right to do. I don’t think he is a bad actor, just a beginning actor, we’ll have to see when the movies debut. Glad to see he’s growing. Think positive people, please.

By Daniel

June 6, 2008 11:25 AM | Link to this

T.I was very good in the limited role that he had in American Gangster. Honestly, ATL was horrible and so was he as it was too much for him to do at that time. Maybe he has gotten better but one would think at least two more roles like he played in American Gangster will help him a lot.

By Canes

June 6, 2008 11:30 AM | Link to this

This blog has turned into an attack blog. But to answer the original question. TI raps with dramatic expression on stage and on his videos. With the proper coaching, he can elevate that dramatic ability to transform into roles that the public could not imagine him playing until they actually watch the film. The roles that he is playing now I can picture his performance without even seeing the movie.

Being a real good actor is playing the roles of characters whose lifestyle you have never in your life experienced or know anything about regardless of the role. For instance, Samuel Jackson has always played the roles of a crazy man with a loose temper, but when he plays the role of a timid man or a Jedi Knight, now thats acting.

By Karen

June 6, 2008 11:42 AM | Link to this

Tony, I have to say you are not doing yourself any favors via your response. You should re-read, spell check and quit trying to sound educated. I think LvnRT has bested you bud. Your passion seems sweet.

By Karen

June 6, 2008 11:43 AM | Link to this

Tony, I have to say you are not doing yourself any favors via your response. You should re-read, spell check and quit trying to sound educated. I think LvnRT has bested you bud. Your passion seems sweet.

By Lis

June 6, 2008 11:48 AM | Link to this

Shine some more TT and let give the HATERS heart attack……if T.I. wasn’t good the studios wouldn’t want him…..Good for you T.I….God bless….

By Lis

June 6, 2008 11:48 AM | Link to this

Shine some more TT and let the HATERS have heart attack……if T.I. wasn’t good the studios wouldn’t want him…..Good for you T.I….God bless….

By Scorp

June 6, 2008 11:50 AM | Link to this

LvnRt- U keep mentioning statistics, I hope U realize that anyone can come up with statistics to back their argument. But the numbers will tell the truth- that the majority race will always have the higher number of people with any given statistic- why?? Because they are the MAJORITY.

By Alex

June 6, 2008 11:57 AM | Link to this

Scorp if your statement is true then why are a majority of the people incarcerated (nation wide) minorities?

By NFLarrests

June 6, 2008 12:00 PM | Link to this

Cedric Benson - Chicago Bears (boating while intoxicated; resisting arrest)

Ahmad Brooks - Cincinnati Bengals (assault for punching woman in the face)

Charles Grant - New Orleans Saints (involuntary manslaughter)

Kenneth Hahey - Pittsburgh Steelers mascot (drunk driving)

James Harrison - Pittsburgh Steelers (simple assault, criminal mischief after domestic altercation with girlfriend)

Marvin Harrison - Indianapolis Colts (questioned in connection with a Philadelphia shooting)

Chris Henry - Cincinnati Bengals (misdemeanor assault, property damage for punching a teen in the face and breaking a car window with a beer bottle)

Adam “Pacman” Jones - Tennessee Titans (now with Dallas Cowboys) (speeding — on the heels of multiple charges of assault and vandalism charges)

Kenyatta Jones - New England Patriots (now with AFL’s Tampa Bay Storm) (battery on a law enforcement officer, resisting arrest after urinating on the dance floor of a nightclub)

Nick Kaczur - New England Patriots (illegal purchase of OxyContin)

Kenton Keith - Indianapolis Colts (disorderly conduct, resisting law enforcement for refusing to leave a nightclub’s parking lot)

Marshawn Lynch - Buffalo Bills (hit and run)

Bryant McKinnie - Minnesota Vikings (felony aggravated battery stemming from a bar fight)

Roscoe Parris - Buffalo Bills (DUI)

Lofa Tatupu - Seattle Seahawks (DUI)

Michael Vick - Atlanta Falcons (federal dogfighting, conspiracy charges)

Fabian Washington - Oakland Raiders (domestic battery)

Cedric Wilson - Pittsburgh Steelers (slapping his girlfriend)

Kenny Wright - Cleveland Browns (unlawful restraint, evading arrest, multiple charges of marijuana possession)

By Scorp

June 6, 2008 12:00 PM | Link to this

Alex- that is incorrect- look up the ACTUAL NUMBERS- not the percentage of people of each color that are incarcerated. U will see the truth then.

By Lee

June 6, 2008 12:01 PM | Link to this

Ok, really … who cares about this story ?

By Keeping It Real

June 6, 2008 12:18 PM | Link to this

Hey LVNrt: You may be educated…and yes you probably are an “independent” and you come off as if you speak so eloquently. You continue to say God bless, and God DID create Adam & Eve….NOT Adam & Steve….you’re gay. I can tell by the way you speak..so proper and you act like you have the answers for every blog that has been written. YOU ARE GAY….acting like you are a spoiled bit__!!! You need to stop giving your opinion of others…you need to take are “real good” look at yourself before you try and give your opinion about anyone else! Evaluate yourself first “sweetness” instead of trying to talk bad about someone else! And yes, your arguments are weak and fruitless because you are a “fruit cake”. Punk!

By Debra

June 6, 2008 12:23 PM | Link to this

Of Course he has film star potential! Me & my kids and all those kids that received bikes and toys from his foundation applaud him for his chariable efforts, and hoorah for his comback! If Robert Downey Jr. can do jail and movies, T.I. has Oscar potential L.O.L. I loved ATL! I’m proud of him and all our ATL sons that make it back from their troubles. T.I. is kingggggggggggg!

By Lis

June 6, 2008 12:32 PM | Link to this

That’s right Deb, say it again. Our TT got Oscar potential and folks should be glad he’s from Atlanta. TT how much money do you pour in the ATL economy? We ain’t tired of listening or watching T.I. Show time bring it on - we will fly to the AMC to see him ANYTIME….he’s SUPER CUTE tooo!

By Earl

June 6, 2008 12:33 PM | Link to this

I thing TI is great role model for a out of wedlock, no father in the house, future gansta criminal rapper wannabe. The perfect fit. Yes, this is who I want my son to look up to. Debra, get off you fat azz and get a job and work; get a husband before you have kids and you can buy your kids a bike yourself and not have to depend on others to buy you things in life. Get off welfare, get off this give me something for free ride you’re on.

By mm

June 6, 2008 1:14 PM | Link to this

No one is righteous. Romans 3:23-24 says that “For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God. And are justified freely by His grace through the redemption that came by Jesus Christ”. I’m so glad God is not like man. He is a forgiving God and he expects us to be forgiving as well. Have you ever thought what if God didn’t give you another chance? He gives us chance after chance after chance inspite all our iniquities and disobedience. Give TI another chance, God did.

By Lolita

June 6, 2008 1:15 PM | Link to this

Boi STOP

By D. Withers

June 6, 2008 1:23 PM | Link to this

Only in American can convicted felons be awarded by getting a movie deal. What in the hell is this world coming to?!

By just talking

June 6, 2008 1:37 PM | Link to this

Only in American can police shoot innocent people and get away scott free. What is this world coming to?!!!

By LvnRT

June 6, 2008 1:39 PM | Link to this

Dear Keeping It Real (exactly what is It?)

You are incorrect. I am married and have been for 19 years. My daughter (18 because we waited until we were married to become parents) is starting UVA in the fall and my son 16 is an award winning recognized high school quarterback.

You venomous tone an uninformed attack prove the caliber of man that you are. Manners, eloquence of speach and proper grammar are not indicative of being “gay” they are indicative of an education. The mere fact that you base your assumption on such a disjointed view explains why so many people in your community are uneducated.

Thank you for the verbal intercourse, but it has come time to say “GOOD DAY”

By wow

June 6, 2008 1:40 PM | Link to this

Only in American can police shoot innocent people and walk away scott free. What is this world coming to?!!

By sfavors

June 6, 2008 1:45 PM | Link to this

I was born and raised in atlanta ga and I am now married and raising 4 kids; My husband is a huge TI Fan; I listen to the music(my favorite is Motivation). i am a firm believer that a mistake is a mistake, a sin is a sin; No sin or mistake is bigger or smaller than the other; Who are we to judge; How many people has purchased items off the street for a less price; How many ladies has a “Purse Lady” that sells them bootleg bags and shoes; forgive and forget and stop hating and using so much negative energy on the bad; What about him having a new child on the way and being their, what about him going to church services as a father with his children and girlfriend, what about a felon turned hip hop star?? Stop concentrating on the bad, and use some of that energy towards positive; If you maintain an open relationship with your children, then maybe you won’t have to worry about what they interpret from celebrities; remember, celebrities are people too; they have just chosen a career that includes the public; But regardless of how you guys concentrate on the negative involving T I, he has the only person on his team that even matters, and that’s GOD, so read this comment and weap!!! As TI told you all in the song motivation, all of this negative just “MAKES ME BETTER!!!! Good luck TI!!! Congrats!!!! And you already know, Shake them hatters off!!!! From one ATL original, to another!!!!!!

By Karen

June 6, 2008 1:54 PM | Link to this

“”How many ladies has a “Purse Lady” that sells them bootleg bags and shoes; “” I never ceased to be amazed. I don’t know ANYONE who has a Purse Lady. Someone whoe sells bootleg bags and shoes is a criminal and so is the person buying them. Just because a lot of people do something wrong does not make it any less of a crime. This city continues to amaze me in its lack of scruples!

By Jon

June 6, 2008 2:01 PM | Link to this

Karen, I just read that the so called “blue jean bandits” have struck again. Your point is even more valid. Any community that puts such value on items such as purses, jeans, shoes, sunglasses etc that they are willing to commit crimes to obtain them, well I feel for that community. Atlanta is going to implode. Look what happened to Buckhead until the residents “took it back” the same thing is happening at Atlantic Station. Very Very Very Sad.

By AJ

June 6, 2008 2:17 PM | Link to this

I just want to know why every single time I read one of these articles it turns into a racial issue. And if I have to say it is probably some predjudice white person that starts this crap. Get a life and keep it moving.

By question?

June 6, 2008 2:36 PM | Link to this

Karen and Jon

I have a question for you. If you have a problem with this city and the people in it, why are you still here? Nobody is forcing you to stay here. There are many places that you can go. Find one that you like and move there. Plain and simple.

By MP

June 6, 2008 2:39 PM | Link to this

All of you who are saying TI “made a mistake” are crazy. This was a convicted felon who made a conscious decision to buy assault rifles. He is now on his 3rd chance, not second.

I don’t care what color they are, we have WAY TOO MANY people in this country commiting seriou crime and many, many more laughing at it all and thinking “it’s no big deal, he just made a mistake”. It’s a sign the country is headed in the wrong direction. That is the real scary part. It will eventually bring this great country down, if an inordinate number of it’s citizen’s get way with crime.

By question?

June 6, 2008 2:39 PM | Link to this

Karen and Jon

I have a question for you. If you have a problem with this city and the people in it, why are you still here? Nobody is forcing you to stay here. There are many places that you can go. Find one that you like and move there. Plain and simple.

By JD

June 6, 2008 2:44 PM | Link to this

Hey people you are not God. TI deserves another chance.And those without sin let him cast the first stone.Thats the trouble with this country to many finger pointers and hipocritts. And by the way i am white as you can tell by the spelling.

By JD

June 6, 2008 2:45 PM | Link to this

Hey people you are not God. TI deserves another chance.And those without sin let him cast the first stone.Thats the trouble with this country to many finger pointers and hipocritts. And by the way i am white as you can tell by the spelling.

By Jon

June 6, 2008 3:20 PM | Link to this

I don’t know and can’t speak for Karen, but I can say I will not be driven from my home by the lowest common social denominator. I daily work to eliminate the mentality that I mentioned. I am a mentor/big brother and I volunteer with the Atlanta Boys and Girls club of Atlanta. It is a shame when a child I am working with tells me he was told to “quit trying to be white” because he was concerned with getting his school work done and entered a project in the science fair. I know this sounds egotistical but to be honest I believe if concerned involved citizens like myself left the city would crash and burn left to its own devices.

By not gaines

June 6, 2008 3:36 PM | Link to this

So what if he gets a movie deal!! He didn’t make a mistake, he knew what he was doing was wrong….its not like if he didn’t get caught trying to buy illegal guns he would of stopped and come out to the nation saying he made a mistake…he knew full well what he was doing…now he is accepting his fate, will do time or have a nice fine…then more power to him to line his pockets if someone or company wants to invest in him for movie deals, so be it!!

By Earl

June 6, 2008 3:36 PM | Link to this

Why do you think the Blue Jean bandits risk prison to steal jeans. Perhaps it’s because they know some of these dumb azz people will buy designer jeans and not pay rent; they’ll buy designer jeans but they havee never been in a Barnes & Noble bookstore to uy their kids a book. Someone with bad hair, ugly teeth ann crusty feet will always be in the back of that Escalade, buying stolen clothes in SW DeKalb, waiting on a ‘goot deals’to come along in the form of robbers and thieves. They have no moral compass, no values. They rot society like it’s bad rancid meat. They destroy all the values people worked hard for, for decades, to create.

By Yulanda

June 6, 2008 3:42 PM | Link to this

TI..Keep making it happen..Hollywood knows WHO to invest in…I am HAPPY for U..I wish U 100 more years of success..Duval County checkn Out…

By DeKlb Resident

June 6, 2008 3:50 PM | Link to this

If you’re a parent and you don’t have a problem with TI being a role model for your kids….I feel for your kids. We have a lot better chocies of people to pick from then him. he knew what he was doing, it wasn’t his first time. Some of the post are over the top and just plain stupid but some have a valid point. It is up to us as parents to set and seek good examples for our kids and we have many good examples to select from. TI is NOT one of them !!!

By Rod

June 6, 2008 4:03 PM | Link to this

Earl speaking of bandits don’t forget about the barbi bandits who ROBBED A BANK (not bluejeans) and got off very light! I am sure they are shopping a movie deal. Is this ok?

By SGrace

June 6, 2008 4:27 PM | Link to this

See the thing that I have a problem with is that people like Karen, Jon, Lvnrt, and others have talked about all these problems, but do nothing to fix them. In the end people are products of their environments and have either of you looked at the environment that TI wasn raised in. Maybe you people should start doing something about the gentrification or the systematic racism(and yes I talk about racism because it is still a reality in our country)and stop sitting here and complaining about how Atlanta is going to “implode”. You talk about Atlantic Station but do you realize how many people lost their homes because of it. Stop looking at the problem and start looking for a SOLUTION!

By Peaceupatowndwn

June 6, 2008 4:29 PM | Link to this

PLEASE STOP ALL THE HATING !!!

WHEN U HAVE THESE HOLLYWOOD STARS ON CRACK , COCAINE , DRIVING DRUNK

YALL HATING CAUSE HE A YOUNG BLACK SUPERSTAR!!

By SAS

June 6, 2008 5:42 PM | Link to this

That’s right STOP THE HATING CUZ A BROTHER IS BLACK! You should be letting that be your motivation. IF HE CAN DO IT!!!!!! SO CAN YOU!!!!!HELLOW… HAS THAT CROSSED YOUR MIND. LEAVE TI ALONE. HE GITTIN HIS! GET YOURS.

By KPC

June 6, 2008 5:47 PM | Link to this

TI.Keep up the good work. Your life is in God’s hand and you know it. Everyone has made mistakes but it is over now. I am a teacher and I know my students enjoy your entertaining but they also enjoy hearing about you as a family man also.

By Carmelia

June 6, 2008 6:24 PM | Link to this

I think for the most part, what T.I done was wrong no doubt about it, but we all make mistakes. He has acknowledged his wrong doings and has excepted the punishment (imprisonment) and from what I here doing a very good job with the community service he is suppose to do as well. Let those who are guilty of leading a perfect life cast the first stone. You can be educated or uneducated and do stupid stuff, but it when you say ok this was a stupid thing I did and I need to change my ways and I need to find new people to hang out with and become a more responsible person in society now that I truly realize there are some young people who look up to me. So to you educated people thinking he doesn’t deserve a chance please rethink what you are saying. Because something can easily happen to you and it want even be your doing and you don’t want the bashing either that it would bring. Now if you do it again then shame on you.

Peace