“Queens, I Salute"…” by Johnny Magnum

 

Woman.

Female.

To all the Beautiful Ladies I see, Well..

I just wanna wave and say I appreciate ya bae,

then stream it pon de rivas in detail.

I see you get hated online,

and degraded on lines in lyrics of rap songs while asses wrap thongs of those lesser than you,

but I know better.

Because see those same dudes hate you, just because you ain't true to the belittled image they scrimmaged while tryna play you.

But no, neva.

It’s so clever the brainwash tactics they use tryna confuse you to jump thru hoops and they may want backflips but...

Just flip em the Bird.

Then tell em they can take their lil worms & save em for bird brains.

You a Queen, a Phoenix,

not a slave to the penis,

You don't deserve lames.

You deserve the best you can get...

the best you can give.

You should find someone worth dying for,

so you can truly live.

Don't be lying down on floors then get on all fours for a dog who be lying just to get in yo drawls.

Victoria's secret was that she had control.

But before you interject, remember...

Self Respect will never replace the shame you contain relaying thru ya brain the lengths you went for sex.

I dare you to challenge your suitors to suit up betta to suit ya.

Then weed out those just tryna get in to cut, like sutures.

And these ain't doctored up feelings of an immature, fake Sweet dude with an agenda.

I'm a Big Boy and care about Cocoa, Mocha, M&M, Twix & etc.

A Real Man surrounds himself with women that's Great, and um...

Not one would ever go thru trolling acts just to infuriate em.

So Ladies...Queens...

I bequeath truth, unto you,

Never get enraged at a Knave and behave beneath you, for a dude.

Because I..

Appreciate..

You.

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"Rebel Without a Cause" by Johnny Magnum

Let me enlighten you bout what you like to do on ya Paper Chase.
You hustle to get cash that you can't wait to waste.
Coke, shrooms, E, Loud, you's a waste-a space.
You got ya head up in the clouds, here's some ankle weights.
It aint hatin', its information, I'm saying it so note it,
If you gotta do it... don't make it a career, Do it for the moment.
Don't struggle just to rent a car, do it til you own it.
If you can't fix it be a Hypocrite, do it, don't condone it.
Do it for the Loners, do it for the Populars,
Do it for those the same as you, do it for the opposite,
If you can't do it for yourself help someone from the Populous.
Do it for ya Bachelors, do it for ya Doctorate,
"They" expect you to be uneducated,
"They" expect you to be savages,
"They" expect you to blow money,
"They" expect below average,
"They" expect this train of thought,
"They" expect you to stay on track,
"They" expect you to be ignorant,
"They" expect you to ignore facts.
Your lack of cause causes "them" to lack respect for all Blacks,
So activist, let me ask you this,
When you gonna rebel against that?

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“I Have a Dream…” by Johnny Magnum

 

 

I have a Dream...

That one day, the one way we seem to see things won't be crippling to our overall development.

Where the negativity we're enveloped in makes us wanna tell a friend...

"This isn't the end, you can get past that."

Cause I have a Dream...

That past acts won't deter me from getting on and skippin' passed blacks apps

because CP time is cool in ya era, due to Hip-hop hysteria.

I need you to be superior in other areas past rap.

Cause I have a Dream.

That "acting black" won't be synonymous with having lacks of:

education or,

respect reciprocation or,

The ability to grip a nation and inspire the precipitation of our reign.

And not wit the don't give a damn attitude that was used by dudes with nothing, to gain on our mission,

That mentality is now Inane,

Insane, yet persistent.

We are not the same,

things have changed,

we are different.

That was their past,

This is our present,

we are gifted.

And Some how,

Some way,

Some day...

I'll get you to listen...

Cause I have a Dream...

Well its more like a nightmare.

That this right here may be the last days.

It seems that I've lived past ages where the vision of being better than ya past ways... is passé.

Our kids can't even pass grades but got a Masters in passin' judgment.

It makes me wonder… “What if?”

Cause I have a dream...

But what… will… become of it?

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Go to War - Johnny Magnum

 

This was more of a Lyrical Quest for Knowledge for me than a Spoken Word/Rap piece. Originally I started writing this with my frustration of the way things went in my life but then towards then end I was inspired to respond to my own questions/concerns in what I can only explain as a Subconscious Omni-Presence and it gave me a level of clarity I’ve never had before. Take a Listen and see if you understand, Feel Free to comment or ask any questions about my thought process if you don’t.

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THE RANT

Let me introduce me, I'll tell you what the truth be
Internal civil war never more we called a truce see
You gotta understand I’m a man its my duty
To protect myself and my Fam from these groupies

So I begin to dissect dialect with intelligence
Born as a perfectionist, saw it as a sign, no penmanship
Gangsta & a Gentlemen, Hell bound but I'm heaven sent
Guided by the Lord but the Devil got my GPS

I try not to be egregious, but it only makes me madder
two sides, one is badder, cant have Johnny without the Magnum
Can't have Mag without the Problems, long division hard to solve him
Hatred cultivating, I don’t wanna be the gardener

THE PRAYER

It's a little shop of horrors in my soul no detours
Lusting food for thought, just feed me, I'll see more
I'm tryna to open my eyes, heart and mind
But Why do demons get stronger when I start to grind

Yes I have some questions I want answered before I die
If God can't rid the world of the Devil, How can I?
How can I be expected to accomplish such a task?
Then I drop to my knees, fold my hands and ask why?

THE RESPONSE

My son u have been chosen, I feel your losing hope and
I want to come to Aid but then your position would be worthless
You need to know your worth is immeasurable, I’m telling u
I blessed u with Free Will, so I can't tell u what u betta do

I've told u what to Never do, just follow the commandments
I gave u the gift of insight, Read the Bible understand it
See I've already Planned it, so Stand up against Satan
There's a Holy War waging, Life is just a Boot Camp

This was a featured track off my debut mixtape, African American Idol available for free Download and/or Streaming Here

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Keys to Success: Confidence

 

Many people pretend to have it, less actually do and far Fewer even know enough about themselves to figure out why they should but its the make or break difference between many peoples entire lifestyles both Personally and Professionally.

Confidence will make you hold your head high, it will strengthen your convictions and drive you further in your mission at any task, but by definition you must first Know yourself. Some people take the "Fake It til you Make it" route and choose to deceive others by over compensating confidence into what appears to be a cocky behavior which is so Blatantly transparent and counter productive to the point they start to believe their own facade. This is the absolute worst way to better yourself, simply because you think you already have an stopped trying to. Instead take time to do some self revelation, humble yourself and do more to actually reach your full potential. Study yourself and be proud of the good you have accomplished along with taking stock of the laundry list of negatives you can augment into a positive quality, and ensure you do so continually. The moment you don't know enough about you, your accomplishments and faults is the day you have failed yourself. Without Knowledge of Self, Confidence is nothing more than Delusion; Don't let a Mirage of the ideal you quench the thirst you possess in progressing towards the actualization of it.

 

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F.O.E. to Success: Fame or Education?

     

 

This question disturbs me on so many levels, Especially since I am included in the generation where it seems to have started. On a regular basis I've noticed people wanting the "American Dream" of fame and fortune yet have NO desire to educate themselves.

 

How did the idea that you can get what you want the "easy" way get embedded into our culture? This mindset would be laughable if it weren't so depressing that it was true. I mean seriously, what type of epic parenting and societal failures have we endured that you must choose between the two? There is NO EASY WAY to success. It takes perseverance and knowledge to be productive. Even if you aren’t technically "smart" by school standards, you still must have a comprehension of what is and has always been, to ensure you do not make the same pitfalls as those before you.

The top 5% of Richest People in the US that run this country have NEVER chosen between these two aforementioned. They had enough self awareness and/or guidance to know they are NOT mutually exclusive by any means. Whether it be higher learning, home schooling, or real world experience... Learn Something and Be Successful. If by now you haven't gotten the full meaning behind the Tortoise and the Hare it's: Stop trying to take the fast lane, you're going burn yourself out sprinting while the marathon runners pass you by. Take your time. Build a strong foundation based on education and layer your fame upon it, so that it lasts. In the words of T.I. “life is about who makes it, not who makes it the fastest, Drive Slow Homie”… Actually in light of his newest “Situation” scratch that, Let me make my own....

 

Racing to the Top is an Admirable feat to Accomplish, but do you have enough Knowledge to STAY there?

~Johnny Magnum ©2010

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Single Mother Appreciation… from a 5year Old

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By: @SexyLipsMarie

As I was watching this I literally cried! That really touched my heart. He is so sweet. Look at this 5 year old rapping to the "Hey Mamma - Tupac" Instrumental.

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Femininity: A Struggle in Todays World

By @butterfliesblue

 

As I become older and grow more and more into the woman that I want to become I see how hard it is to be a lady. We have so many things going against us. If we speak our mind, then we're a b*tch. If we're financially successful on our own, then men tend to think that we don't need them. If we're sweet, then people take that kindness for weakness. Now I'm not the type of female that follows the crowd, but I do see the struggle for those of us that try to be a lady.

 

The first way I think that it is a struggle is when it comes to men and dating. Men seem to be impressed when a woman approaches, and pursues them, but what ever happened to chivalry? Have gender roles became so androgynous to the point where women have to be the aggressor?

 

Sexuality/sensuality is another way that I find it hard to be a woman. There is a difference between sexual and sensual. Sexual is just putting it all out there sort of like a video vixen.

Sensual women usually dress more reserved, but the way that they carry themselves still have a sexual overtone. Because we are human, we are sexual by nature and this is what men respond to. There isn't anything wrong with expressing yourself that way, but it should only be done behind closed doors. Women if you want respect for yourself, put away the slutty pictures, the low cut pants, and tops, and start dressing like a lady. You are making it hard for us that actually wear clothes.

Sexual vs Sensual

 

 

Corporate America is still male dominated which isn't a problem, however; just because a woman is successful doesn't mean she doesn't need you. She may not need you to pay her bills, but she may need that masculine companionship that only a good man can give. A successful woman just means that she is working hard to support herself, but a check full of zeros, a house, or a car can not hold her at night. So men, don't be intimidated by her. Also women if you are this woman, then don't give off that "I'm too good for you" vibe. You know you want to cuddle at night every once in a while.

 

Bottom line, women if you know you're not s**t, then please get yourself together because you make it hard for those of us that try to make it. Men respect the ones that are trying to make it, and quit giving so much attention to the ones that aren't doing anything with their lives so that ones that the good ones can stop feeling bad about themselves when they finish last. Even though a woman should be confident without approval, society does play a huge part on how a woman views herself because actions speak louder than words. One last thing, ladies stop being so catty, and start getting along. It's sad how all of us that are trying to do the right thing can't even trust another woman. I think that if we as women start to stick together, then it won't be so hard in the future.

 

What do you think?

 

 

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@MyNameIsBizzle -Truth Music (JayZ & RickRoss)

Contact Info:

Twitter: @MyNameIsBizzle 

Website: http://www.iambizzle.com 

YouTube: Youtube.com/playbizzle21 

Myspace: Myspace.com/playbizzle 

 

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Bizzle, a Hip Hopper from Southern Cal now residing in Houston, is using music to spread the word to the masses. Gaining under ground popularity opened his eyes to the widely influential nature of Rap his goal is to make a change in the demeaning nature it is associated with. He is no typical "Christian Rapper" and only goes by that genre because of what others call him, but he simply speaks his mind to show that you can be successful without inspiring society in a negative manner.

 

So far he has worked with and opened for some major names in the biz such as Hip Hops notables including Nelly, David Banner, Game, Chino XL, NeYo and T.I to name a few. His lyrical delivery and content is very interesting and the most important part ACCURATE. Bizzle feels Hip Hop nowadays lacks accuracy and I agree, too many artist are trying to do what's popular instead of being themselves. This dude has turned down multiple deals so far but that hasn't stopped his access to the Hip-hop scene on MediaTakeOut, WorldstarHipHop and many syndicated Radio station websites totaling over 1Million views so far and over 50,000 downloads on his mixtape, "The Messenger" released in march of this Year. I am definitely going to look out for more tracks from him because his wordplay is on point and he speaks truth. Let me know what you think...

 

 

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A Poem to @NickiMinaj by @JasmineMans

Written by @butterfliesblue

 

I am still neutral about Nicki Minaj. Not a big fan of her persona, but I can respect her hustle. Jasmine Mans is a poet who wrote this poem to Nicki Minaj. I love the emotion behind it, and to me it's a challenge for Nicki to step it up as a woman, and be more respectful about her image.

 

 

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