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Young Jeezy and OutKast on Michael Phelps
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
First, there was a mention.
Now, there just might be a meeting.
History-making Olympic swimmer Michael Phelps’ (top picture) has told a number of media outlets that Atlanta rapper Young Jeezy (below) is in heavy rotation in his iPod.
In fact, in a New York Times article Monday, Jeezy is cited as one of the eight influences for his record-breaking eight gold medals Phelps won in Beijing. (The Jeezy single “Go Getta” - with R&B singer R. Kelly — in particular).
“Phelps and his American rival Ryan Lochte, who is also a fan of Jeezy, greet each other by saying ‘Juh,’ in homage to the rapper, a.k.a. Jay Jenkins,” the Times’ Karen Crouse writes.
Now Jeezy tells us that Phelps’ “people” have been in touch with his “people” about the two being officially introduced.
“It would be great if I could holler at Phelps,” Jeezy said during a break from his nationwide promotional tour for his upcoming CD, “The Recession”. “And it’s a compliment that that man found inspiration in the music I do for the streets over here, over there in Beijing”.
(It would also be quite the picture seeing Phelps — pride of the red, white and blue — next to Jeezy, who’s “Recession” promotional materials include a black and white-striped flag, and T-shirts with “My President Is Black” on the front.)
And Phelps’ Atlanta Music Scene inspirations doesn’t stop with Jeezy. According to Yahoo! Music Usher (“Burn”) and OutKast (“Roses”) are also on Phelps’ Top 10 playlist.
Both Andre “Dre” Benjamin and Antwan “Big Boi” Patton of OutKast (above, in their movie “Idlewild”) said they weren’t aware of that until we told the history makers in their own right. (They are the first rap group to win Grammy’s top album of the year prize).
“Ha!” a delighted Benjamin shot back in an e-mail. “That’s great to know!” added Patton.
And what OutKast songs do they think just might motivate other athletes during the rest of the Games?
No 1. “B.O.B”; 2. “Gasoline Dreams” 3. “Bust” and 4. “Git Up, Git Out,” says Patton.
“Oddly enough,’So Fresh, So Clean’ is a good one,” Benjamin replied. “Yes, [‘B.O.B.’] is another one. A rare OutKast track [on ‘Stankonia’] featuring Cee-Lo called ‘Speedballin’ is another.”
What OutKast songs have this kind of effect on you? Or are there other local acts/songs that you help you focus for competition (or just the daily work-out)?
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Comments
By Chris
August 20, 2008 9:43 AM | Link to this
I don’t listen to much rap, but I am a fan of some songs. Phelps or the artists he listens to should not be critized for what they do. It’s music people, and if you are so weak-minded as to let music influence you then we need to get you to a counselor ASAP. Parents, raise your children, if you did nothing they see or hear would truly influence them b/c they would know the difference between what’s fantasy and what is not. It’s music, listen and enjoy.
By Hank
August 20, 2008 9:43 AM | Link to this
Maybe one day we will all realize that we are not so different (white and black) Its a few knuckle heads out there that keep us in strife with each other but we pretty much have the same wants and desires. It still baffles me that people wont vote for Obama for the mere fact that hes Black….nevermind what he stands for, his policies, his views for a better America…go figure! I hope M Phelps and Outkast/Young J. show America that its ok to be interested in something other than the norm!
By bryan
August 20, 2008 9:45 AM | Link to this
Speadballin is an outtake from Stankonia on the tomb raider soundtrack … pretty good …BOB light
By Kimi
August 20, 2008 9:52 AM | Link to this
Thanks to Michael Phelps for proving that all rap is not “crap” and that the music can inspires more than violence and ignorance, but also legends!
I pretty much love all of Outkast’s records, they are such a unique talent. Look forward to hearing more from them in the future.
By Mayor Of Buckhead
August 20, 2008 10:01 AM | Link to this
Outkast-Funky Ride, Crooked I-Big Dreams, DJ Quik-Down,Down,Down, Shaq ft Peter Gunz-The Way It’s Going Down, B.O.B.-Haters Everywhere We Go, Grind Mode-She’s So Fly, Charlie J ft Rick Ross, Shank-Thinking Big
By TradeMe
August 20, 2008 10:04 AM | Link to this
Wow!! Who would have thought? Being inspired by rap!!! And someone said hip-hop was dead!
By MsKing
August 20, 2008 10:04 AM | Link to this
I just knew Michael Phelps was listening to hip hop music when preparing for those amazing victories!!!!
Lil Wayne, Ludacris, UGK are the artists I listen to EACH and EVERY morning for my drive time ride. Definitely helps keep me PUMPED and PSYCHED.
I am 49 years old … and I recommend a dose of Lil Wayne twice a day to keep the heart beating!!! Don’t need no blood pressure medicine long as I got LUDA in the cd player!!!
BIG UPS to hip hop!!!!
By Mayor Of Buckhead
August 20, 2008 10:07 AM | Link to this
Outkast-Funky Ride, Crooked I-Big Dreams, DJ Quik-Down,Down,Down, Shaq ft Peter Gunz-The Way It’s Going Down, B.O.B.-Haters Everywhere We Go, Grind Mode-She’s So Fly, Charlie J ft Rick Ross, Shank-Thinking Big
By Aaron
August 20, 2008 10:11 AM | Link to this
OH NO! Doesn’t Phelps know that these thugs might try to mug and/or kill him? That’s all those thugs are good for! I wonder who the next “rapper” will be to get arrested? Shot? Killed? Etc.
By "The Corporal"
August 20, 2008 10:17 AM | Link to this
Why doesn’t Phelps put some clothes on or does he want photographed naked?
By Matt
August 20, 2008 10:22 AM | Link to this
I’m more unfluenced when working out by listening to Sevendust and Collective Soul, than I would be by Usher’s “Burn.” I do like a little Jeezy mixed in there though..
By Will
August 20, 2008 10:23 AM | Link to this
Aaron, get a grip and stop being a HATER! These are good things to hang your hat on, Rise UP!
By MsKing
August 20, 2008 10:25 AM | Link to this
You’re an idiot, Aaron. Did you actually come up w/ that on your own?
By Erin
August 20, 2008 10:27 AM | Link to this
Phelps sure does have good taste in hip hop :) It does get you amped up in a good way. It’s all I listen to when I’m driving. As for “The Corporal,” with a body like that, would YOU wear clothes?
By "Longtime Lurker"
August 20, 2008 10:31 AM | Link to this
@Aaron Got news for ya, rappers don’t mug and or kill folks! Remember, most are millionaires, so money is not an issue! The only time you hear about them in the news is when someone disrespects them or trys to harm them in some way.
Believe it or not, rockers, etc. get involved in as much stuff as they do, but it is not published as much. Rappers are always the target!
By Easy E
August 20, 2008 10:34 AM | Link to this
Hank, I agree with you all the way….white and black aren’t too different, everyone can learn from each other and that will advance us as a nation and people! Rap, Country, Rock, Jazz, it all talks to you in a certain way.
By CDUB
August 20, 2008 10:34 AM | Link to this
Aaron, I can see you eyes throught that sheet.
By sherry
August 20, 2008 10:35 AM | Link to this
Phelps can go naked if he likes. He won 8 gold medals. Get a life people
By Leggs
August 20, 2008 10:51 AM | Link to this
Aaron, you are a bonafide I D I O T!!!! I’m not heavily into rap but there are some damn good pieces out there. Let’s see, what’s Eminen up to. Is he thru fighting w/his ex? Let’s see, is what’s Kid Rock up to these days. Guess his brawl at the Waffle House didn’t catch your narrow-minded attention.
By Thespian
August 20, 2008 10:53 AM | Link to this
I don’t want to speak for Aaron but I think he was being ironic. I sure hope so.
By "Longtime Lurker"
August 20, 2008 11:03 AM | Link to this
@Aaron Leggs, let’s add to your list..
Here are some other famous people facing legal issues, and some who have recently resolved their issues:
Kate Moss
British prosecutors will not charge Moss for alleged cocaine use in a London music studio last year.
Gary Glitter
The former 70s glam rocker hopes to get his three-year prison sentence in Vietnam on a sex charge overturned.
Paris Hilton
Hilton was not charged after a recent fender bender. But she faces a suit after a car registered to Hilton, possibly driven by her cousin in 2004, was in an accident.
Pete Doherty
The Babyshambles singer was fined $1,900 after police found traces of cocaine in his blood following a performance in Sweden.
Richard Hatch
The first winner of Survivor is jailed for more than four years for not paying taxes on his prize winnings.
Michelle Rodriguez
Lost actress Michelle Rodriguez served about 4 1/2 hours of a 60-day jail sentence for violating probation by driving drunk before being set free in May.
Phil Spector
The legendary record producer’s murder trial will likely be this fall. Spector is accused of killing actress Lana Clarkson in his mansion on Feb. 3, 2003
Rush Limbaugh
Limbaugh settled allegations of prescription drug fraud in April 2005.
Lindsay Lohan
Lindsay Lohan was arrested in May 2007 on suspicion of driving under the influence. Lindsay crashed her car into a curb - and then drove away. When police tracked her down at a local hospital, they found drugs in her car.
Do I need to dig up more??
By Girl Friday
August 20, 2008 11:05 AM | Link to this
Sarcastic, rather? Of course he was! c’mon people.
By HangOn
August 20, 2008 11:08 AM | Link to this
Listening to rap or being a rap artist doesn’t make you a criminal. You’re parents and surroundings do. Show some love for our best Olympian ever and his choice of music. Don’t hate, appreciate.
By **Frederick (Bailey) Douglass**
August 20, 2008 11:10 AM | Link to this
Doug High Checking in:
Good OutKast Running Tracks: BOB (of course), Xplosion, 2 Dope Boys, Humble Mumble, Watch for the Hook (with Cool Breeze)
Only fitting that Phelps would be motivated by OUR music. WE (you know who I’m talking about) have used motivation to take over ATL and Hip Hop. The 80’s, 90’s and early 2000’s in ATL will go down in history as an equivalent to the Harlem Rennaissance. A cultural explosion in Atlanta!
By Delores Smalling
August 20, 2008 11:20 AM | Link to this
I feel very good that Mr. Phelps won those medals. God bless you and your mother.
I love you
By Chris
August 20, 2008 11:21 AM | Link to this
“Longtime Lurker” I really do feel sorry for you. Do you have any idea how long the “list” would be if I put together a list of you thugs in trouble? Do you have a clue? It would be miles and miles long! All you have to look at is the black athletes, rappers, and “leaders.” Not to mention the nightly news in Atlanta. What a moron. Blacks = nothing but trouble.
By Delores Smalling
August 20, 2008 11:21 AM | Link to this
I feel very good that Mr. Phelps won those medals. God bless you and your mother.
I love you
By "The Corporal"
August 20, 2008 11:22 AM | Link to this
Few will understand, but there is something very seriously wrong with our country when someone awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor gets almost zero accolades compared to someone with Olympic Gold Medals.
A lot of Olympic gold medal winners train their whole life.
A lot of Medal of Honor winners give their life.
By J
August 20, 2008 11:24 AM | Link to this
No ?’s asked ATL has passed up the NYC and the West Coast on the rap scence. Dirty South all the way to China we’re taking over the rap game baby.
By Tom
August 20, 2008 11:26 AM | Link to this
First I gotta say Ms. King I loved your comments….it is nice to know that a 49 year person enjoys Hiphop as much as the younger generation. I am 35 years old and I have listened to hiphop ALL my life. I have never robbed, shot, killed, or committed any type of crime ever in my life. I have a degree and work for a very profitable commercial mortgage company. On my drive to and from work, I listen to hiphop just about everyday….from the west coast, east coast, the “dirty dirty”….everybody!! Like it was said before….music does not raise your children, the parents should!! Hiphop is for all races and genders. If you don’t prefer hiphop, thats fine…don’t listen. If u do, great….HIPHOP FOREVER!!!!
By REASON
August 20, 2008 11:27 AM | Link to this
I AM SO HAPPY FOR YOUNG JEEZY. ALL OF HIS EFFORTS IN HELPING HIS COMMUNITY AS WELL AS OTHER COMMUNITIES AND YOUNG CHILDREN IN NEED ALONG WITH HIS DEDICATION TO GETTING THE WORD OUT ABOUT THE REAL ISSUES FACING US TODAY IS FINALLY PAYING OFF! HATS OFF TO YOUNG JEEZY AND CONGRATS TO MICHAEL PHELPS ON HIS OLYMPIC GOLD! THIS IS A HUGE MOVE FOR YOUNG JEEZY AND FOR THE CITY OF ATLANTA HIP HOP MUSIC! SALUTE!!!!
By John
August 20, 2008 11:36 AM | Link to this
What the heck is a Jeezy? What a stupid name. That and “snoop dog, big whatever,” etc. Must suck to not be educated.
By Anthony
August 20, 2008 11:37 AM | Link to this
This is nothing new. During the 1994 Winter Olympics at Lillehammer, Norway, downhill skier Picabo Street listened to Tupac to get pumped up for her events.
By Tim
August 20, 2008 11:41 AM | Link to this
Its funny how rappers still talk impropper when there getting interviewed.
I think rap is a bad influence.
By reason
August 20, 2008 11:42 AM | Link to this
“Phelps and his American rival Ryan Lochte, who is also a fan of Jeezy, greet each other by saying ‘Juh,’ in homage to the rapper, a.k.a. Jay Jenkins,” the Times’ Karen Crouse writes.
LOL!! ;) I luv it!!! I luv it!!!
By Leggs
August 20, 2008 11:43 AM | Link to this
Chris, both races have problems, but you, my transparent blog partner can’t possibly believe what you just post. At present, the biggest criminals are in the White House (with mostly white people in there). I would love to make a list. The White list would be just as long as the black list…don’t get it twisted.
People = trouble (that means WHITES and blacks you moron)!
By ATL
August 20, 2008 11:47 AM | Link to this
I know this is incredibly inappropriate, but I’ve always been a fan of “Bombs over Baghdad”.
By Karen
August 20, 2008 11:58 AM | Link to this
Hello, Phelps isn’t naked, he has his swim gear on.
By "Longtime Lurker"
August 20, 2008 12:01 PM | Link to this
@Chris Instead of going back and forth with you I will simply say this…
WE meaning you and I as humans make mistakes, based on our ideals, views, etc. You are not perfect neither am I, so with that said getting in trouble is not a black or white issue, it is a morals,integrity and values issue!
PEOPLE make bad decisions, not just black athletes, rappers, and “leaders.”
The focus will and always be on celebs, athletes, rappers and leaders, esp. black ones, primarily because we still live in a racist society that does not want to see people from humble beginnings succeed!
Now by no means am I excusing ignorant behavior, but more goes on with ALL celebs,athletes, etc. ( regardless of their color ) than what is portrayed in the media! We can continue to point fingers or try to work together for the better of our communities, it’s your choice!
By Leggs
August 20, 2008 12:09 PM | Link to this
That was very well stated LongtimeLurker!
By "The Corporal"
August 20, 2008 12:13 PM | Link to this
I challenge Phelps to give back to his country. Join the U.S. Navy and try to become a SEAL - it’s about a lot more than just swimming.
By Brian
August 20, 2008 12:20 PM | Link to this
Remember Hank that there are people out there who will vote for Obama only because he is black. Not much better in my opinion. They are still just looking at the color and not the character. I won’t vote for Obama or McCain. The former is a Socialist and the latter is just more Bush.
By Leggs
August 20, 2008 12:20 PM | Link to this
LOL. Corporal, doesn’t Phelps have to be aware of this challenge in order to acknowledge it? Do what his peeps did in contacting Young Jeezy. Have YOUR peeps call his peeps and tell him about the challenge..too funny!
By Pumpkinsmommy
August 20, 2008 12:28 PM | Link to this
Tim,
The correct spelling is “improper”
Wow…
By Jay C
August 20, 2008 12:31 PM | Link to this
Liberation shawty, Liberation. It feels like Church!
By BigP
August 20, 2008 12:33 PM | Link to this
Corporal, I like the way you are thinking. Unfortunately it looks like he will join up with a bunch of losers.
Phelps does not come across as very intelligent and he is beginning to prove it.
By Resident
August 20, 2008 12:33 PM | Link to this
Someone tell Jizzy that his President is not black.
By Stand Tall
August 20, 2008 12:44 PM | Link to this
HEY TIM…
NICE GRAMMAR BUDDY… I GUESS BEFORE ONE MENTIONS THE “IMPROPPER” WAY SOMEONE SPEAKS, THEY SHOULD FIRST RUN A SPELL CHECK ON THEIR OWN BEHALF, JUST SO THERE IS NO CONFLICT IN LETTING THE PUBLIC KNOW HOW IDIOTIC THE BLOGGER ACTUALLY IS. THIS WAY YOUR STANCE MAY ACTUALLY HOLD WATER AND SOUND INTELLIGENT. IN YOUR CASE, ALL YOU HAVE DONE IS PROVE THE POINT THAT IGNORANT WHITE AMERICA STILL CAN’T IMAGINE A WORLD WHERE ONE OF YOUR OWN, DIGS THE MUSIC OF THE STREETS. WE WILL WELCOME MR. PHELPS AND HIS GLORIOUS ACHIEVEMENTS IN OUR HOOD ANYTIME “BUBBA”….
%#&* THE HATERS!
By "The Corporal"
August 20, 2008 12:49 PM | Link to this
To BigP:
Some have accused me of being “bitter” or something like that but I watched him and cheered him on. I’m glad he won. I just think our country has severely misplaced priorities when a Medal of Honor winner goes virtually unnoticed.
I would just like to see him sitting in that 50 degree ocean water (instead of that warm pool) for hours near hypothermia and see if he “really” has what it takes not to mention all of the other training he would have to pass.
By diddy
August 20, 2008 12:52 PM | Link to this
When I heard Phelps listened to Lil Wayne “I’m me” song before one of his finals, I almost fell out of my chair. That’s one of my favorite Wayne tracks and it’s not a main stream hit. That just proves he is truely down with rap music. I love it.
Now just think how far we would get if rap music has such a positive influence on everyone.
By bigeasy830
August 20, 2008 1:04 PM | Link to this
By John, being educated and smart are two differnt things. You may be educated but, Snoop,Jeezy and many other rappers are smart enough to run their own entertainment companies and make millions. Also the young people in white america have been rap musics biggest consumer since rap went commercial in the Run DMC and Beastie Boys days. Rick Ruben and Russel Simmons built rap into the great commercial entity that it is today. Young white, black and all other ethnic groups kids listen to the same music today. Hip Hop is a great influence on much of the pop music. That is why in suburbia all youth of different ethnic groups get along together much better than in years past. They grow up influenced by the same things in popular culture. There is much the rest of us can learn from those young people.
By KatdawgATL
August 20, 2008 1:14 PM | Link to this
Remember Brian, that there are people out there who will also NOT vote for Obama only because he is black. Wanting to cover all Americans under healthcare doesn’t make one a socialist. Just ask the people who are living longer and are becoming richer than us…like the French. I thought this was about Phelps and Outkast.
By "Longtime Lurker"
August 20, 2008 1:14 PM | Link to this
You know, the amazing thing about topics like this just proves that the very things that we feel separates us actually pulls us together!
WE meaning all nationalities, races, etc. have more in common than don’t have in common.
Blacks are worried about crime like other races!
We want great education for our kids like other races do!
We want to live in nice areas like other races do!
We want to attend, as well as put our kids in the best colleges as other races do!
We want great careers and more money like other races do!
Quality of life does not have a color boundary!
I come from the gutter and was a former drug dealer, etc. all before I was 18.
The difference in me and others is that I had a mentor and family who believed in me and pushed me to do better! With encouragement and connections, my mentor gave me opportunity, when I had no opportunity.
I grew up with two parents who lived with me, but we were very poor. With that came opportunities to make quick money and make bad decisions.
Fast forward to 2008. I have received all three of my degrees from GA Tech (Bachelors I.T, MBA, PhD).I am a VP of IT at a major company in Atlanta and most of all, I give back to my former community!
I said all of this to say that folks cannot help where they grow up or who their parents are. Sports figures, entertainers, etc. are products of their environment (mostly poor). Instead of complaining and pointing a finger at their slip ups, bad language, etc. pat them on the back for making it out of a bad situation and turning their lives into something positive!
A person who has not been exposed to educated people or people who speak and teach them the basics of correct grammar in most cases will not speak the kings language, but with that said, many folks have a wealth of education, but don’t make millions of dollars per year or have the opportunities most rappers have! I guess it boils down to what is most important for your situation!
Black rappers and sports figures give millions back to charitable causes, but you never hear about that in the news. Ludacris, Jeezy, Bow-wow,Outkast, T.I. and others have and continue to donate millions to public service, so let’s support positive and quit bashing others to make ourselves feel good!
By NRC
August 20, 2008 1:28 PM | Link to this
it still tickles me that people are ranting and raving about how surprised they are that a white athlete (Michael Phelps) listens to hip hop to get amped. What is he like 23? That’s to be expected.. Young America is all about hiphop as a whole (regardless of race)… Now if it was Phil Mickelson getting ready for the Masters, my eyebrows would be raised!
Are we still under the belief that black people listen only to rap and white people only listen to rock & roll..?!
By "Longtime Lurker"
August 20, 2008 1:30 PM | Link to this
I forgot to add that the two biggest African-American actors in Hollywood are former rappers and grew up in the hood — Will Smith and Queen Latifah.
Just a FYI for those in white america that did not have a clue!
By D
August 20, 2008 1:31 PM | Link to this
Reading thru the blog it disappoints me to see race always becoming an issue on these blogs on the AJC. When watching the Olympics I didn’t see the “Black USA team” and the “White USA team” it was simply Team USA. It doesn’t matter what the athlete’s listen to whether it’s hip hop, country or rock. They have all represented our country well as TEAM USA….
By D
August 20, 2008 1:33 PM | Link to this
Reading thru the blog it disappoints me to see race always becoming an issue on these blogs on the AJC. When watching the Olympics I didn’t see the “Black USA team” and the “White USA team” it was simply Team USA. It doesn’t matter what the athlete’s listen to whether it’s hip hop, country or rock. They have all represented our country well as TEAM USA….
By D
August 20, 2008 1:33 PM | Link to this
Reading thru the blog it disappoints me to see race always becoming an issue on these blogs on the AJC. When watching the Olympics I didn’t see the “Black USA team” and the “White USA team” it was simply Team USA. It doesn’t matter what the athlete’s listen to whether it’s hip hop, country or rock. They have all represented our country well as TEAM USA….
By Leggs
August 20, 2008 1:40 PM | Link to this
Nothing wrong with you driving hoome your point D.
LL*, I admire where you came from and what you’ve accomplished. I strongly believe (because I too am one of those residents) that your environment doesn’t necessarily dictate who you are or what you will accomplish in life!
By Shannon
August 20, 2008 2:21 PM | Link to this
a) I have no problem with Mr. Phelps posing wearing only his medals. As much time as he has spent crafting that physique, he should show it off (and we should admire ;) b) I agree that Outkast and other talented Atlanta musicians make some great Jams to get your heart going and your head right. We are lucky to live in a town with such a vibrant music scene!
By Jessica
August 20, 2008 2:34 PM | Link to this
It’s funny to watch people criticize another’s educational achievements when they aren’t using proper grammar. @ Tim the word improperly (adverb) should be used in place of impropper and they’re(contraction used to to mean “they are” as opposed to “their” with shows ownership to a group of people. So at least you know how to correct your grammar and spelling when you’re sounding like an idiot. Your welcome
By Jessica
August 20, 2008 2:35 PM | Link to this
It’s funny to watch people criticize another’s educational achievements when they aren’t using proper grammar. @ Tim the word improperly (adverb) should be used in place of impropper and they’re(contraction used to to mean “they are” as opposed to “their”) with shows ownership to a group of people. So at least you know how to correct your grammar and spelling when you’re sounding like an idiot. Your welcome
By Jessica
August 20, 2008 2:35 PM | Link to this
It’s funny to watch people criticize another’s educational achievements when they aren’t using proper grammar. @ Tim the word improperly (adverb) should be used in place of impropper and they’re(contraction used to to mean “they are” as opposed to “their”) with shows ownership to a group of people. So at least you know how to correct your grammar and spelling when you’re sounding like an idiot. Your welcome
By Leggs
August 20, 2008 2:54 PM | Link to this
Before you guys get on me, I spelled home wrong..SORRY!
By Tonya
August 20, 2008 3:09 PM | Link to this
Now..if Phelps said “I listen to Rock n Roll or Country music to get me motivated during my training. We would not be having this Blog.. Am I right AJC.
By Leggs
August 20, 2008 3:36 PM | Link to this
No doubt Tonya. Goes along the same lines of Mrs. Michelle Obama giving dap to her husband. Most didn’t know what to call it and it made top headline. Any other handshake would probably have gone unnoticed.
By nicolebrooks
August 20, 2008 3:45 PM | Link to this
This is a good look for hip-hop because it shows that what we hear is not all negative, we are talking about the best athelete in the world, listen to ATL’s finest. Big ups to Jeezy, Outkast, and he also mentioned something about JayZ. Good looking Phelps because he could have said he listened to anyone, but he told the truth and that’s a good look. A-town for life.
By nicolebrooks
August 20, 2008 3:48 PM | Link to this
This is a good look for hip-hop because it shows that what we hear is not all negative, we are talking about the best athelete in the world, listen to ATL’s finest. Big ups to Jeezy, Outkast, and he also mentioned something about JayZ. Good looking Phelps because he could have said he listened to anyone, but he told the truth and that’s a good look. A-town for life.
By nicolebrooks
August 20, 2008 3:48 PM | Link to this
This is a good look for hip-hop because it shows that what we hear is not all negative, we are talking about the best athelete in the world, listen to ATL’s finest. Big ups to Jeezy, Outkast, and he also mentioned something about JayZ. Good looking Phelps because he could have said he listened to anyone, but he told the truth and that’s a good look. A-town for life.
By Tommyboy
August 20, 2008 3:52 PM | Link to this
OK…is it just me or does that pose on the SI cover look very gay?
By Tommyboy
August 20, 2008 3:53 PM | Link to this
OK…I’m thinking that pose on the SI cover looks very gay.
By America
August 20, 2008 4:39 PM | Link to this
the funny thing about these white people commenting on these thug rappers and black idiots is that the white people buy 70% of the albums! Lol!! Hip hop loves you White America!!!!
By Tom
August 20, 2008 4:53 PM | Link to this
Hey “America,” The even more funny thing is that 70% of you black thugs commenting on here have been or will end up in jail at some point in your lives! HA HA.
By KatdawgATL
August 20, 2008 5:30 PM | Link to this
That comment won’t stop your sister from wanting to have sex with a “black thug”… Tom. Laugh at that.
By Tom
August 20, 2008 5:40 PM | Link to this
My sister huh? Even though I don’t have one right? I don’t associate myself with pathetic people who want to be around losers like you, “KatdawgATL.” What a typical uneducated thug name. Go shoot a fellow brother or something. I am watching the news and would love to see you on there. Without the thugs, we would not have big news in Atlanta!
By KatdawgATL
August 20, 2008 6:07 PM | Link to this
And somebody remind “America” that 70% of Rock& Roll Blues, and Jazz (which also started with blacks) were bought by whites as well.
By KatdawgATL
August 20, 2008 6:18 PM | Link to this
Look here dirtbag, Don’t make adolescent jokes if you can’t take it in return. I bet the house my education is deeper than yours. I thought all you rednecks moved out to Douglasville.
By KatdawgATL
August 20, 2008 6:19 PM | Link to this
Look here dirtbag, Don’t make adolescent jokes if you can’t take it in return. I bet the house my education is deeper than yours. I thought all you rednecks moved out to Douglasville. Cry a River “Tom”.
By KatdawgATL
August 20, 2008 6:20 PM | Link to this
Look here dirtbag, Don’t make adolescent jokes if you can’t take it in return. I bet the house my education is deeper than yours. I thought all you rednecks moved out to Douglasville. Cry a River “Tom”.
By keith from so ga
August 20, 2008 7:04 PM | Link to this
I am of the caucasian persuasion and i love rap…have all my life, I’m 27 and most of the people i know like rap in some form or fashion..my outkast list would be: ATliens, skew it on a barb, Aquemini, Elevators, In due time to name a few…other liked artists include: Pac, JayZ, 50/G-unit, Eminem, BIG, DMX, Luda, old BoneThugs, TI, Buck, Busta, D12, Obie Trice, goodie mob and some LilWayne, etc..but to let u know i also like bluegrass, country, hard rock, pretty much anything thats worthy..just to show you that you cant classify people by their music…if it inspires you, roll with it…peace
By keith from so ga
August 20, 2008 7:05 PM | Link to this
I am of the caucasian persuasion and i love rap…have all my life, I’m 27 and most of the people i know like rap in some form or fashion..my outkast list would be: ATliens, skew it on a barb, Aquemini, Elevators, In due time to name a few…other liked artists include: Pac, JayZ, 50/G-unit, Eminem, BIG, DMX, Luda, old BoneThugs, TI, Buck, Busta, D12, Obie Trice, goodie mob and some LilWayne, etc..but to let u know i also like bluegrass, country, hard rock, pretty much anything thats worthy..just to show you that you cant classify people by their music…if it inspires you, roll with it…peace
By KatdawgATL
August 20, 2008 7:18 PM | Link to this
Peace, Keith.
By Thespian
August 20, 2008 7:59 PM | Link to this
I don’t want to speak for Aaron but I think he was being ironic. I sure hope so.
By KatdawgATL
August 20, 2008 8:01 PM | Link to this
Oh Yeah, Eat one “Chris”.
By Tom hater
August 20, 2008 8:07 PM | Link to this
Tom, This blog is supposed to be about Phelps and Jeezy how did you get on race. That is the problem with you white people you link everything to race. I’m sure you would love to see black people especially men end up in jail. NOT GOING TO HAPPEN JERK lets face it this is not the Jim Crow days. The white man days of running SH&& is over and like it or not we will have a black leader. Like it or not Rappers like Lil Wayne, T.I. Jeezy, and Snoop have very successful businesses. So get a life take your white sheet off and meet me in the parking lot you gay b*******. How about you look history of serial killers how many are black? Huh? Look at the Enron executives how many were black? You don’t see Jeezy walking around with chains around his neck and black make-up singing suicidal music do you? For all you racist b******* on here burn in hell!!!!!!!!!
By KatdawgATL
August 20, 2008 9:57 PM | Link to this
Phelps knows what’s up.
By se ashe
August 25, 2008 5:54 PM | Link to this
The people’s candidate for President in 2008 is Jay Jenkins…that’s right…”Crazy World” is the new national anthem..
By nanaomacheen98
September 2, 2008 5:34 AM | Link to this
alot of people are voting for obama just because hes black..dumb idea, vote for who you think will really make a difference in america, color seriously doesnt matter.
By Damon
October 23, 2008 10:11 AM | Link to this
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By Damon
October 23, 2008 10:12 AM | Link to this
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By Damon
October 23, 2008 10:12 AM | Link to this
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By Damon
October 23, 2008 10:15 AM | Link to this
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By Damon
October 23, 2008 10:15 AM | Link to this
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By Damon
October 23, 2008 10:15 AM | Link to this
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By Damon
October 23, 2008 10:15 AM | Link to this
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By Damon
October 23, 2008 10:15 AM | Link to this
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By Damon
October 23, 2008 10:15 AM | Link to this
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By Damon
October 23, 2008 10:15 AM | Link to this
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By Damon
October 23, 2008 10:15 AM | Link to this
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By Damon
October 23, 2008 10:15 AM | Link to this
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By Damon
October 23, 2008 10:15 AM | Link to this
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By Damon
October 23, 2008 10:15 AM | Link to this
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By Damon
October 23, 2008 10:15 AM | Link to this
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By Damon
October 23, 2008 10:15 AM | Link to this
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