Jadakiss

I ask myself why a guy would wear chains around his neck. They seemed like a burden. They reminded me of the ones on our tractor. This fellow didn’t know me from Adam, yet he invited me into the Ruff Ryder’s booth. I took to him like I do to good collard greens.

There were many people around and I wanted to share with him something in private. So I whispered in his ear. Aroused by what I whispered, he set up to meet with me one on one at a place in Vegas. However, Jadakiss had to take an unexpected on a flight before we could meet. I looked at it as a missed opportunity for this lad.

The next time I saw Jadakiss was at an event. I stayed low key and watched him maneuver around the VIP lounge. It offered me a glimpse of his demeanor. A rapper who didn’t need an entourage, a rapper who embraces society.

Redman & Olivia

Anyone who knows Redman would probably agree he says the funniest things. Over the years he has made me laugh many times. Redman’s attitude, his cheer and his hype are what I like best about him. I admire his calmness in tight situations dealing with society. He gives it his all during autograph signing.

My client Olivia Alive™ interviewed him for a TV show we were putting together. He was in the right mood and made us bust a gut on the set. It made me realize that he’s been in the game long enough to have experience many things. He is a seasoned rapper. Redman will always be a warrior leaning towards the ghetto side of life. He is the calmness after the war.

Jay Z

When it comes to this rapper most East Coast urban teenybopper will say, Jay is their favorite. If you ask college students from both coastal areas, Jay will be a hit and miss. I got invited as a VIP guest to one of Jay’s parties. Like most urban events the crowds are enormous. The block was closed by the NYPD like I knew it would be.

Jay’s party had an abundant amount of finger food. Drinks were plentiful. Everything was top notch and almost everything was free. The party filled to capacity.

My best experience with Jay happened while visiting Def Jam. I was totally pi**ed off from an A&R fellow who made a racist statement. I’ll call this fellow E. E had know idea that I got the interview through Russell’s LA film department. E was one hour late. For some unknown reason A&R usually are late.

I entered the elevator and there stood Jay. It had rained that day so I had an umbrella in my hand. I was so upset over E’s statement that I began ranting a raving pointing my umbrella towards Jay. At that point, Jay and I have never had a personal conversation. He knew he was stuck in the elevator with a lady who seemed slightly out there. His face became calm and he said, “miss, I would appreciate it if you would stop pointing that umbrella my way. It makes me feel uneasy.” It was obvious when the elevator door opened that Jay was glad to exit. I still laugh over Jay today.