Quote:
Originally posted by Matty
“Mike Jones states & implied that before he got his fortune, no one saw him as desirable, and now that he's received his fame, he is now highly requested.”
This is more of an ugly duckling type song really. No one wanted me because I was poor, but now they want me cause I’m rich.
Didn't know there was a no-rap version of this video. But oh my god, I loved Jennifer's whole J.Lo to This Is Me... Then eras. Take me back!! RIP Bennifer
Quote:
Originally posted by Matty
[I]“…If I were to define this song with one lyric, it would be: 'Used to have a little, now I have a lot...'…”
Like I said with the Gwen’s song, it’s more of ‘I won’t forget who I am and where I came from’ song than actual story. But damn this made me feel nostalgic.
Quote:
Originally posted by DillonATRL
I like that it's not all about bragging but subtly expressing the rise to stardom meanwhile maintaining a level of humbleness. My favorite this round.
Quote:
Originally posted by DOMINO
Good. Did it blow me away? No. First of all you got the song title wrong, henny. Jokes aside, it was a good entry and your explanation was strong. It looked a tiny bit tacky, though.
Prismatic
Quote:
Originally posted by Kitt
This is a horrible song. What kind of low budget sounding teas. -5 points.
Screaming though because of the "I know my explanation may be lacking but I'm never good in explanations anyway. I really hope that the song is able to speak for itself." Welp!
Quote:
Originally posted by Matty
“I Made It can also be perceived as a song to celebrate Cash Money Records' viability and success over decades.”
Ding-ding-ding. *see Element’s comment*
Quote:
Originally posted by DillonATRL
The song does fit the theme. I didn't take any points off, but it's usually not a good idea to sound unsure of yourself like in the last sentence of your explanation because it makes us doubt you as well. Just a heads up for future entries.
Quote:
Originally posted by DOMINO
Definitely one of the best entries this round. At least for me. Although Element had the same song and his entry way nice you took it a bit further than him. I’m impressed, Prismatéc.
Element
Quote:
Originally posted by Kitt
This is a horrible song. What kind of low budget sounding teas. -5 points. Nice concluding statement though.
Quote:
Originally posted by Matty
“You can smash those dishes, and turn them into gold.”
I just started singing Breaking Dishes by Rihanna. I feel like this is more about “I made it because I have money” than an inspirational I-was-here-now-I-am-here song.
Quote:
Originally posted by DillonATRL
It definitely fits. The instrumental helps you out here because I totally agree it has an uplifting style to it.
Quote:
Originally posted by DOMINO
Overall quite a strong entry, I must say. The incorporation of certain lyrics was amazing and ultimately made it easier for me to comprehend your song choice. The song was not an obvious choice, either but it was used by another contestant. What a coincidence?
darkhorse
Quote:
Originally posted by Kitt
Sis, if it's possible (meaning it wouldn't make your entry ugly), could you embed the song/video next time? I'd like to easily listen/watch while I read an entry and keep the amount of opened tabs from them to a minimum. xoxo
Am here for this. Appreciated the sectioned "Dishwasher" past and "Millionaire" section explanations too.
Quote:
Originally posted by Matty
“‘Work’ exemplifies Iggy’s struggles, and therefore is the perfect song to fit this week’s theme.”
Yessir… oh, question. If valley girls are giving blow jobs for Louboutins, what do you call that? Head over heels?
Quote:
Originally posted by DillonATRL
I bet you give blowjobs for Louboutins. But more importantly, good choice for this round since it focuses on the journey and not just bragging about money.
Quote:
Originally posted by DOMINO
Your text was amazing. It was a good read. However, I don’t feel like it’s the best choice. It’s about working hard but she does not say she is a millionaire now. She is still in the process - so I could not give you a full score for the song choice. And I wish you hadn’t indirectly said what the song’s title was. I literally had to read a few sentences before I knew which song you were talking about.
coolcristobal
Quote:
Originally posted by Kitt
Good looking out on that "horde of hip hop entries" foresight. I appreciate the link to the lyrics as well, btw, because I sure as hell wouldn't have been able to keep up with what she was saying (heard of the song, but never listened).
Personally, this song sounds so cheap and amateur so I'd probably be a bitch and score it low had you guys not been allowed to justify it. But since you girls have that privilege, you succeeded to pull me in by recognizing the contrast between the verses and how together they detail a trajectory of her personal rags to riches story. Good job.
Quote:
Originally posted by Matty
“Although she transformed herself from a dishwasher to a famous millionaire, she's still the same ol' Orange County Girl who had a passion for music, the same girl that she was years ago.”
I find this is this most important aspect to the song rather than it being about her going from dishwasher to millionaire.
Quote:
Originally posted by DillonATRL
Yeah, the overload of rappers was a little tiresome. I appreciated the different route without venturing off from the theme.
Quote:
Originally posted by DOMINO
I like the fact that you chose a non-obvious song for this challenge. Your explanation was spot on and well written. It was also very handy that you included a link to the lyrics. Overall a good job, Cristón.
Rider
Quote:
Originally posted by Kitt
Sis, although it works for your formatting here, if it's possible (meaning it wouldn't make your entry ugly), could you embed the song/video next time? I'd like to easily listen/watch while I read an entry and keep the amount of opened tabs from them to a minimum. xoxo
Loved the explanation on the personal connection to this.
Quote:
Originally posted by Matty
“And finally, the inspiration behind the song, quote by Busta Rhymes”
Good ol Busta. This felt more of a personal entry than what the actual assignment wanted. Like, you spent more time on your personal part than why this song fit the theme.
Quote:
Originally posted by DillonATRL
Never heard this song before right now. Other songs did this a little more effectively but still a good fit regardless of that point.
Quote:
Originally posted by DOMINO
I knew eventually you would slay me, but I didn’t know it would be this early. Everything I asked for in this challenge - you delivered! Loved the personal reference, and that you explained it with the title, the instrumental and the lyrics. Great great work!
FunkyDinevo
Quote:
Originally posted by Kitt
This is a similar direction as Melvin's entry. Both illustrate literal examples of the artists' pre-fame days, except yours includes an actual song on the subject too.
This used to be my song.
Quote:
Originally posted by Matty
“He even hints at his mother being a part-time prostitute with the opening line.”
I thought it was about his mama being a lesbian? http://www.pinknews.co.uk/2012/08/17...esbian-mother/
It was a nice entry, but points taken off for late-ness.
Quote:
Originally posted by DOMINO
I almost wouldn’t have accepted your entry because there is already one judge who sent me his rankings. He won’t be judging you so you’re in a slight disadvantage this week. However, your entry is good. I wish you would have talked more in your own words than using all those lyrics. Still it was a good read.
