Lyrical Foolishness: Run The World (Girls)

I have a like/dislike thing for Beyonce. Rarely do I like her hit singles which are typically the songs written solely by her. Single Ladies grated on my last nerve but I really liked If I Were A Boy and a few of the unreleased songs from her last CD. 

Her latest offering Run The World (Girls), is another one that caused me to scratch my head when it debuted. I have only heard the song once and that was one time too many. The epic (according to the masses) video will remain a mystery because I cannot bear to hear the song ever again. The lyrics are just awful. Banal and nonsensical rush to my mind as perfect adjectives for the lyrics of Run The World.

Mrs. Carter's self appointed patron saint of female empowerment schtick is getting old and repetitive. Take a gander at the stellar lyrics below and if you will excuse me, I'm going to go read a really thick book or maybe I'll get all up in some dude's grill and tell him he might think he freak this like I do...but he don't. Yeah. That does seem like the thing to do. And for the bitches who can't fade her, do they not run the world??? How can we girls determine if we are in fact a girl who runs the world or not??? Exactly who is included in this world of girl domination??? So many questions... :/
 
Girls, we run this mutha (yeah) - repeat 3 times
Girls, we run this mutha
Girls

Who run the world? Girls

Some of them men think they freak this like we do
But no they don’t
Make your check come at they neck
Disrespect us no they won’t
This goes out to all my girls that’s in the club rocking the latest
Who could buy it for themselves and get more money later
I think I need a barber
None of these bitches can fade me
I’m so good with this
I remind you I’m so hood with this
Boy I’m just playing
Come here baby
Hope you still like me
If you hate me
My persuasion can build a nation
Endless power our love we can devour
You’ll do anything for me

Who run the world? Girls

It’s hot up in here DJ don’t be scared to run this run this back
I’m repping for the girls who’re taking over the world have me raise a glass for the college grads
This goes out to all the women getting it in get on your grind
To other men that respect what I do please accept my shine
Boy you know you love it how we’re smart enough to make these millions
Strong enough to bear the children then get back to bidness
You better not play me oh come here baby
Hope you still like me if you hate me
My persuasion can build a nation
Endless power our love we can devour
You’ll do anything for me

Who run the world? Girls
Who are we
What we brought
The world
Who are we
What we brought
The world
Who are we
What do we brought
We brung the world
Who are we
What we brought
We brought the world
Who run the world? Girls

Yay. Girl Power.

Press Play: Mary Mary Something Big Giveaway!

Head over to The Stylish Life's Facebook page for a chance to win Mary Mary's new CD, Something Big. Leave a comment on the wall! New page Likes get an extra entry. A winner will be selected and announced at random. Good luck!!

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Press Play: Janet Jackson Dream Street

As everyone knows by now I am seeing my idol, the fabulous Janet Jackson in 34 days. My excitement level is ridiculous so imagine what I will be like on March 8th?


Wednesday posts are Press Play so from now until the concert, I'll be featuring various Janet videos.

Dream Street was Janet's very FIRST music video from the album of the same name. The year was 1984, fashion can best be described as a nightmare, and I was a music obsessed little girl. I sang Dream Street so much, I'm pretty sure my parents wanted to drive me there and leave me on the curb, lol!

Enjoy!!!



Press Play: Trust Me by Guru & N'Dea Davenport

As much as I love fashion and style, music is another love, so I'll be posting something music related every week in a new series, 'Press Play'

From Guru's (RIP) 1993 Jazzmatazz release, "Trust Me" was a personal favorite. The video didn't offer much but it was a typical early 90s East Coast hip hop effort. The lyrics and vocals were meant to be the substance. My how things how have changed... But I digress. Enjoy! 

Teena Marie

I had to peek in from my little holiday vacay to acknowledge the passing of soul legend, Teena Marie. May Lady Tee rest in peace. Thank you for the wonderful music!

Square Biz was the first Teena Marie song I ever heard. I was seven years old and Square Biz was on the radio every morning and it quickly became my favorite song. I sang it all the time and danced whenever I heard it. At seven I had no idea what she was singing about but I sang right along like I did, lol! I was a hip little second grader, rocking to the beat at the breakfast table.

Good soul music is timeless and brings back so many memories. Everybody get up and dance with me to one of my favorite Teena Marie songs! Celebrate her life and the legacy she leaves behind!!

One Year Ago Today…

Gone too soon.

Michael Joseph Jackson

August 29, 1958 - June 25, 2009

A Life of Style: My Fall 2008 Beauty, Entertainment, and Fashion List

Items marked ** are products that I would love to purchase but due to the economy…they are so not in my budget. Damn this recession=(

Beauty
L’Orѐal Skin Genesis Daily Treatment Serum Concentrate

L’Orѐal Skin Genesis Eye Serum

Tarte Eye Couture Eye Palette**


Pink Clarisonic Skincare Brush**

Peter Thomas Roth Lashes to Die For**


MAC Cult of Cherry: Tempting Palette, Spiced Chocolate Palette,**

Lavanilla Body Wash in Vanilla Grapefruit and Vanilla Blossom

Philosophy Amazing Grace Perfume Oil

Agent Provocateur Perfume

Sephora by OPI Nail Lacquer:
- On Stage
- Meet for Drinks
- Caffeine Fix
- Brunette on the Internet
- Metro Chic

Viva La Juicy Perfume

Carol’s Daughter Sweet Honey Dip Chocolate Brown Sugah Scrub

Carol’s Daughter Khoret Amen Hair Oil

Coach Legacy Perfume

Coach Bleecker Signature Denim w/patent capacity wristlet**

Entertainment
Books: Bringing Home the Birkin: My Life in Hot Pursuit of the World's Most Coveted Handbag by Michael Tonello, The One Hundred: A Guide to the Pieces Every Stylish Woman Must Own by Nina Garcia, and Eccentric Glamour: Creating an Insanely More Fabulous You by Simon Doonan.

Music: Brandy “Human”, Sabrina Malheiros “New Morning", Hil St. Soul “Black Rose”, Jennifer Hudson, Morgan Page “Elevate”,

DVDs: 27 Dresses, Singles, Sex & the City DVD & part 2 of the SATC soundtrack, Mad Men Season One, Sex and the City: The Complete Series, House Party (yeah…a serious throwback, lol), and Diva.

Fashion
2 more pairs of Old Navy Diva jeans, dark rinse denim jacket, black cashmere hoodie, boyfriend cardigan, ruffled blouses, tie neck blouses, Uggs Elsey boots, more ballet flats, scarves, Gap long sleeve favorite tee, trouser cords from J. Crew, and a leather blazer.


Have you made a fall shopping list? I'd love to know what's on it. Feel free to share in the comments section =)

My Life of Style

It's time for another My Life of Style:

Books: I just finished reading Love the One You're With by Emily Giffin. Next on my summer reading list is Chasing Harry Winston, Such a Pretty Fat, and Girls in Trucks.

Fashion: It's all about the dress this summer. I just want to keep it light and simple. Throw on a dress add some accessories and dash out the door!

Film/TV: I'm FINALLY seeing Sex and The City this weekend!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Music: E=MC2, I must admit that Mariah's latest had to grow on me but it's now in heavy rotation, Sex and The City soundtrack, and Estelle.

Products: Essie Secret Affair, Garnier Anti-wrinkle Firming Eye Cream, and Nair Shower Power.