Ashanti Blames Flop on Economy

Irv Gotti thinks that Ashanti’s last album was a flop because he wasn’t involved but she blames the economy. She says, “Obviously, the industry has changed in the past five years. My last album came out in ‘04 and things changed internally, label-wise, and it’s very political in this industry. And sometimes you have to just do what you have to do. I love the album. I think the reviews have been the best reviews on any album that I ever put out so it goes to show you it is what it is and it happens. Obviously, it’s not as successful as we all wanted it to be, but I gained a lot of respect from a lot people who’ve said “Wow, the album is hot, and you did it by yourself.” I mean the biggest artists and biggest acts haven’t been selling nearly as much as they used to, too, so everyone is suffering from this recession–it’s hitting everyone.” Source
If you’re hot you’re hot. If you’re not, you’re not. If people really wanted to cop her ish they would.

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When you’ve got thick thighs…this is NOT the way to showcase them. Oh dear me. Nothing wrong with having cheechos and wearing a revealing dress. My issue here is that when one has cheechos and wears a revealing dress, one must be aware of said cheechos at all times and resort to sucking it in, holding one’s breath, or pulling the cheechos up and forward and taping them so they add to one’s cleavage. Getting caught not doing any of these things is a cardinal sin. The PPC (Pleasantly Plump Crew) will deal with this offender accordingly.

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No More Murder, Inc. for Ashanti

Irv Gotti is finally setting Ashanti free. The two haven’t been talking for a while and he’s announced that he’s going to be releasing her form the label.

“The relationship has run its course. The chemistry of what’s needed — we’re in two totally different places. You’re talking to somebody that took her and shaped and molded her and put her out there for the world, and it blew up. We [hold the record] for the [fastest] selling debut by a female R&B artist — 503 [thousand]. We did it! My views and philosophies and her views and philosophies are not meeting up.” Source

OOOOORRR you hit it, split it, smacked it, flipped it, then humiliated her by telling the whole world about it. I’m thinking that’s the reason for y’alls views and philosophies not meeting up.

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Ashanti to Join "The Wiz"

Someone really hates me. I was all set to buy tix for “The Wiz”, set to hit Broadway again for a short few weeks when I got this news. Who will be playing Dorothy?...ASS-shanti!

She’s gonna be playing the role from June 12^th to July 5^th at the NYC Center. Source

Excuse me whist I go make arrangements. My soul just died.

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Ashanti and Nelly to Wed After 4 Years Together

After dating for over 4 years, word is that Ashanti and Nelly will marry in ’09.

When asked if she was getting married she told Us Weekly, "Absolutely. It's in the cards for me. I believe that I have a couple more things I need to do before that happens."

She adds, "I should have had six or seven kids, been married three times and secretly engaged now. But none of it's true." Source

Congrats, I hope they don’t fall victim to the Hollywood curse. Some celebs are together for years then as soon as they get married they split up. Good luck!

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Papa Sly, please stop. You’re scaring the children.

For once I agree with Media Take Out…this is absolutely disgusting. Even when the hair on my legs is at its hairiest (which hasn’t happened for a good 15 years) it NEVER looks like this. This right here is JUST why humans aren’t meant to have litters of children. Someone needs to get Lindz a sandwich and a hearty chowder cus this weight loss nonsense is getting out of hand. I don’t know about this here wig…thoughts? Those babies don’t have irises…just an eye full of pupil..it’s scary!

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Nelly and Ashanti to Head Down the Isle Soon?

Rumor has it that rapper Nelly could be ready to propose to his girlfriend Ashanti. The only problem is that he doesn’t necessarily see eye to eye with her budinski mom.
According to Bossip.com, “Tina sticks her nose in everything because she’s also Ashanti’s manager,” the source added, “She’s always pushing Ashanti to make more money, to always look great. It stresses her out, and Nelly doesn’t like that.” “Before he makes her his wife,” adds the source, “Nelly wants to know that Ashanti can make decisions on her own.” Source
Sorry Nelly but from the looks of things Ashanti’s mama ain’t goin NO WHERE. So sit tight buddy and suck it up.

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I bet she was halfway through with that giant sundae before she realized it was made of foam. And speaking of Thickums, someone should tell her that thighs like that should never be slathered in that material…EVER.
Calling all soldiers of the Cameltoe Brigade! We’ve got a live one! Bring your nets and tasers…she’s a big one! MUST their legs be wide open?! Ponch’s plugs make me sad inside
And the PhotoShop award goes to… Preggers kinda? And just when I was thinking Latifah didn’t look lezzie enough… Praise Jah! Condie cut off that stupid flip.

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Jeez Faith…what happened to you? Gweneth honey, I’m not sure if you’re aware but I can see your underclothes. Knock it off.Holy denim cameltoe Batman! Ugh! That mouth! It’s..it’s..it’s bananas!

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Nelly Finally Talks About Relationship w/Ashanti

Nelly is finally admitting that he and Ashanti are bumping uglies..and will continue to do so for a long time. He told People magazine that the secret to the success of their relationship is having fun. “That’s the thing between me and her, we just like having fun,” he said Sunday at Las Vegas’ Lavo club, where he was celebrating his 34th birthday.
Is it serious? “I think it’s always serious,” he said, “when you can hang with a person continuously … and [“still”] have fun.” Ashanti has previously referred to Nelly as a “good friend.” But, she also told PEOPLE that an engagement could “definitely [be] in the future.” Source
I guess she’s got that “Good, Good” that she sings about. She’s had her clamp down on Nelly for like 5 years now and he doesn’t look like he’s going ANYWHERE. Good luck, you two!

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Shiny stretch pants are only sorta OK on stick thin people. Thuckums here should probably remove them from her wardrobe…just a suggestion. Lord have mercy on this poor woman. Someone needs to get this baby out of Minnie Driver IMMEDIATELY! Uncle Wacko stepped out for his birthday wearing some pajama pants and a tuxedo jacket…sighs. This is what Wacko Jacko would supposedly look like with no plastic surgery. I beg to differ. They need to spread that Jackson nose out a little bit further before I believe it. Her plastic surgeon needs to be beaten, then jailed, then beaten again.
At first glance I said Nala is quite possibly the cutest baby ever…however, there’s something there…something off... Brewer suggested a likeness to the puppet thingies in the Chinese Lion Dance . Whether I agree with him is irrelevant…especially since I won’t talk about children under the age of 11.
Holy Woolly Stank Taint Batman!

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Joey Lawrence you better Wooooork!

To use one of your quotes Ashanti…you look “bananas”!
Knock it off! Andre J’s definition of fun? Hot pants and a good lace front! Ow!
Is she high? What kinda fu@kery is this?

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Video of the Day

Here's some more music fer ya. Enjoy!

Robin Thicke-“Magic”


Ashanti-“Good, Good”


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