Check out Bun B's Jumbo Coloring and Activity Book

This New Coloring Book created by Bun B provides hours of stimulating entertainment! Go ahead and draw a ratchet friend!! LMAO!! 

                               
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Trinidad James admits to being a Newbie

"Rap artist" Trinidad James admits to being a new artist with very little experience. He speaks candidly about having less than a years worth of experience. Trinidad James managed to quickly fly past his rap counterparts and literally become an overnight success. How does this make you feel as an artist who has struggled and dedicated years to refining your craft???

UUgh! Hip Hop Music??!! What happened??

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Ciara and Future: All Boo'd Up

Future makes a true "Tony Montana" move by moving in  and snatching up his Blonde Beauty! Ciara and Future make a really cute couple. Their chemistry seems to be magnetic! They might just be the next super power music couple like Jay and Bey. Who knows?? Hey if they can make it through the Baby Mama drama, they can make it through anything! 

Here's A Future Throw back



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Trinidad James - All Gold Everything

I must admit I'm not the biggest Trinidad James fan but you like it i love it People!! I'm actually really waiting for the remix video with all of ATL's heat!!

 
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Black History Month Highlights

             Phillis Wheatley 1753-1784

Phillis Wheatley was one of the first "African-American" poets and women to have her work published. At the age of 7 she was taken from Africa and brought to America where she was sold into slavery. Phillis Wheatley lived a life more fortunate than other slaves; shortly after her arrival to the U.S. she learned English and spoke so eloquently it astonished others.   

Phillis Wheatley was allowed by her owners the Wheatley's to study Latin and English Literature, this literary exposure allowed her to develop into a great writer! 

"Phillis's place was designated by her white world, and she was virtually cut off from her own people, but she was definitely still a slave, although a privileged one. Though superior to most in her intellectual and literary accomplishments, she was clearly never their social equal."-vcu

"On Being Brought from Africa to America" by Phillis Wheatley
Twas mercy brought me from my Pagan land,
Taught my benighted soul to understand
That there's a God, that there's a Saviour too:
Once I redemption neither sought nor knew.
Some view our sable race with scornful eye,
"Their colour is a diabolic dye."
Remember, Christians, Negroes, black as Cain,
May be refin'd, and join th' angelic train.

This is one of the many controversial pieces written by the once enslaved poet, who seemed to praise slavery because it led her to Christianity. Despite the critical debate about the writer's loyalty and literary content... Phillis Wheatley was an astonishing African writer who paved the way for other minority writers.

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ASAP ROCKY is a F@#king Problem!!

ASAP ROCKY aka Rakim Mayers is a fresh new face straight from the streets of Harlem. He hits us hard with his hit single "F@%king Problem"!! I mean really ride the train, go to a club...You are gonna hear the lyrics to his song!! "I Love Bad Bitches and thatz my F@%king Problem!!" The late 80's Baby's album was leaked one month early on the net and still managed to sell 139K in it's first week!! Not Bad at all huh??? Yeah you know you want this *Bleep*




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NYPD's Stop and Frisk Stats

The recently released NYPD "Stop and Frisk" policy stats are completely alarming! It is reported that 9 out of 10 people that were "stopped and Frisked"in 2011 were African American or Hispanic! In 2011 there were close to 700,000 stops reported by police that year.

"The data comes from a report released by the NYPD Monday, which showed that of the 685,724 stops made by police that year, 53% of those questioned were black, 34% were Latino, 9% were white and 3% were Asian... The citywide population in 2011 was 23.4% black, 29.4% Hispanic, 12.9% Asian, and 34.3% non-Hispanic white, according to the report."- CNN

These numbers are unbelievable!! These numbers also bring the major problem of racial profiling to the fore front!! Racial profiling is illegal and unjust tactic that should not be used when stopping an individual that looks "suspicious".

The Stop and Frisk policy is a strategy originally created  to decrease crime in many of our communities. The top reasons for stop and frisk encounters are to check for weapon possession.
According to Police Commissioner Kelly all stop and frisk encounters are reported by police and they are meant to "increase public confidence". Whose confidence??

"The city’s reliance on stop and frisk has come under intense scrutiny and legal challenges. Critics say that the police unfairly target black and Hispanic young men, who have made up 85 percent of those stopped."- The New York Times

I am writing this story in response to my son's homework assignment tonight. The assignment talked about the NYPD's Stop and frisk policy and how the very same policy might affect him. This homework assignment really stimulated plenty of thoughts in my mind and really messed with my emotions.  I am strongly against any policy that would discourage or diminish the confidence, pride or dignity of an individual by violating his or her personal space and constitutional rights!! This policy profiles people based on race and sends a negative message to the community! It also encourages racism by stereotyping a particular group and labeling them as "suspicious"!! What do suspicious people look like??? What do criminals look like??

I do not want my son followed around a store or targeted on the streets because he fits the description of a "suspicious" individual! I dedicate this blog to my son who is a Black and Hispanic male growing up in the heart of New York City. *I Love you Jay!*

One Time for your Mind!! - I am not bashing all police officers! I understand that their job is not easy. But we need to regulate this policies today!! Please check out this very thought provoking cartoon and tell me what you think. Remember stand for something or fall for anything!!


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Please participate in a Women of Color Health Survey and win a Prize!!

 A good friend of mine is conducting a women's health survey geared towards women of color. Please take a moment out of your time to participate in the survey. Test your knowledge or even learn more today!! The rules are listed below and Thank you in advance for your participation! Good luck and Stay Healthy!

The first 200 women who (1) start the survey, (2) then watch the 9 videos at this portal, (3) then go back and finish the survey (including rating the videos, etc…) will have a 3 in 200 chance of winning a $300, $200, or $100 gift certificate for use on www.amazon.com.

Click link below
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New R&B from Lead member of Next

Remember the R&B group Next?! Come on you remember!! They sang hits like "Wifey" and "Too Close"..."baby when we're grinding, I get so excited..." (singing badly). The lead singer R.L. is back with a new single called "Boo'd Up" and it's Fire!! The new music is taking flight and bringing this experienced artist back on the map! Check out his new single right here on Highlighted Heat!

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Nelly looks Great in his new in studio video!!
Is it a come back Nelly?? Like dat??

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Rihanna reveals new Tat and Thoughts About her relationship with Chris

 

Hello Rihanna!! Rihanna Looks Great in this hot shot from a Rolling Stone Magazine photo shoot by Terry Richardson. If you look closely you can see that the Star Diva has added another tat to her collection of Body art! Its the classic beautiful side profile of the Egyptian Queen Nefertiti!! I like it!

Rihanna is confident about her reunion with her ex-Chris Brown and here is her take on the situation..."I decided it was more important for me to be happy...I wasn't going to let anybody's opinion get in the way of that. Even if it's a mistake, it's my mistake. After being tormented for so many years, being angry and dark, I'd rather just live my truth and take the backlash. I can handle it."- Rolling Stone Mag.

Okay Rih!! Follow your heart and we will (try to) mind our business!! Be Happy!

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Chris Brown spotted with cast on hand

Chris Brown sports a cast on his right hand after the alleged scuffle between Frank Ocean and his entourage, that allegedly occurred at the Westlake Studios parking lot. Its also rumored that Frank Ocean will be pressing charges against Chris Brown for the alleged incident. That being said it is more than appropriate for me to play my favorite Chris Brown song.... Don't Judge Me!


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Freeway Ricky Ross gives a word of advice 2 Rick Ross

Ricky Donnell Ross AkA "Freeway" Ricky Ross, a convicted 1980's Drug King pin whose reign presided over Los Angeles, California, speaks out about the Rick Ross shooting that happened this past Monday. "Luckily he got away this time" blurted the ex King pin, who also expressed that he was thankful the rapper didn't suffer any injuries from Monday's shooting.

Freeway Rick Ross who is well known for his real life street experiences suggested for the entertainer Rick Ross to fly straight and that his embellished songs of the streets may cause him some real harm.

“In the ghetto you have to live out a certain set or rules. In the hood, they don’t go to court and sue you. They usually take it up with their fists or with guns or knives,” Freeway Ricky stated.




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*New* Suit & Tie - Justin Timberlake

Justin Timberlake is keeping it Grown and Sexy! Many people are saying he sounds just like Robin Thicke!! They even kinda of look alike in the video! Check it out!! Oh and we know whose fatty he's talking about in the song... Justin's wife Jessica Biel is stacked!!

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*New* Benzino - Oh What A Night

Should Benzino aka Zino retire??? 
Honestly...You tell me!!??


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I'm Different - 2 Chainz

Rise and Shine Good People!! It's been a long time...I shouldn't have left you without a dope beat to step too...Good Tuesday to you. Let's Keep it real and productive!! and by the way.. We all know 2 Chainz iz Different, in fact he special. Lol Alright! Alright! 

I'm Baaaacccckkkkkck!!!!!
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Happy 2 Year Anniversary "Highlighted Heat"!!

Its our 2 year Anniversary!! Yayy!!! It's been two years of trial and error, ups and downs, and I'm still around!! I want to first thank God for the talent and courage to finally materialize my gifts!! Secondly, you! I am thankful for all of my readers who come back and read some more!! I get a personal satisfaction through my writing, knowing that it is reaching and possibly uplifting someone's spirit! I write to inform, encourage and inspire! Thank you for following me through this journey we call "Life". Love you all and be Blessed! xoxoxo Ms.Chyna BlaQ


P.S. To my wonderful two mini meez...
Aniya and Jaylen...Mommy Loves you!!!

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*Eye Candy of the Week*- Dolicia Bryan

Hey Fellas here's some Monday Eye Candy. 

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*Eye Candy of the Week* Dominican Model Brandon

Ladies here's a treat for the week! 
Feast your eyes on this tall glass of water!!

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Lil Chuckee - Da Wop

TGIF!! Have a Great Weekend!!! Do Da Wop!!

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*New Unsigned Hype* Sean Hampton

"The Hip-Hop industry is no longer a place one dimensional artists can't wear the business hat. Rappers are just as mainstream as anyone else when it comes to the advertising & business world. Enter the next generation of Brooklyn Hip-Hop Entrepreneurs and you will come across Sean Hampton.

Sean describes himself as an “entertainer, storyteller, motivator, griot” on his previous mixtape Brooklyn’s Griot and his efforts were reflective of the perpetual struggle between speaking about matters of urgency and catering to what will move units. He claims Hip-Hop Godfather Russell Simmons and superb mc/business icon Jay-Z as his biggest inspirations while he stakes his claim as the next best business mind with dope lines."- Bio

Tell me what you think of Sean Hampton... 
Is he bringing that fire???




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*New Heat* DUBB - Only Human

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Rihanna Gets Dropped from Nivea

Word around town is Rihanna will no longer be the poster girl for Nivea Skin care! Why you ask?? Rihanna's sexy n rebellious image does not reflect that of  the Nivea skin care company. The Ceo of Nivea says "Nivea is a company which stands for trust, family and reliability...Within the future brand positioning Nivea focuses more than ever on its core values. This leads to a change in advertising strategy as well as marketing campaigns," the statement continued. Well you win some and you lose some. We still love you Rihanna!!

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*New Music?* Justina - Boom F*ck It

Check Out this new single "Boom F*ck It" by Justina.This is proof that ANYONE can be a rapper!! Anyone!! 

 
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Mayweather comes home looking better than ever!

Floyd Mayweather was released from a Las Vegas jail early Friday morning after serving 2 months out of a 3 month sentence for a misdemeanor domestic battery case. Floyd's legal team petitioned the judge claiming the jail food and space were detrimental to the young boxer's career and called for the early release. Glad to see you back!! And I must say Floyd is looking very sexy with the facial hair! Ggrrrr!

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The Introduction of Snoop Lion

After a recent trip to Jamaica, west coast rapper Snoop Dogg received a spiritual word that he was Bob Marley reincarnated. Snoop says the spirits called for this divine transformation, immediately putting the old Snoop to rest and introducing a new man named Snoop Lion. "With all the death, destruction, negativity around, I wanna bring some positivity, positive energy to the world," he declared.


 Check out the new single by Snoop Lion called 'La La la'.
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Teyana Taylor Recreates Janet Jackson's Rolling Stone Cover!

Teyana Taylor tries to step up the sexy in her recreation of an old classic! The original racy pic was taken by Janet Jackson and featured on the cover of the 1993 edition of Rolling Stone Magazine. What do you think of young Teyana Taylor's recreation?? Hot or Not??!!
  
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*New Unsigned Hype* - Rav Money

Look out for the New Kid on the Block called RaV MoNEY! Word on the street iz that he can Rap and Sing...Tell me what you think?? Is there room for Rav Money in this Rap Game??!!

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**Rick Ross** - Hold Me Back

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Franks Ocean discusses sexuality

Rapper/ R&B artist Frank Ocean is definitely the topic of conversation these days. The Popular artist wrote very eloquently on his Tumblr page about the first time he fell in love...and ladies and gents the surprise is that he admits his heart was snatched away by a young man he met 4 summers ago.

“4 summers ago, I met somebody,”  he writes. “I was 19 years old. He was too. We spent that summer, and the summer after, together. Everyday almost. And on the days we were together, time would glide. Most of the day I’d see him, and his smile. Sleep I would often share with him. By the time I realized I was in love, it was malignant. It was hopeless. There was no escaping, no negotiating to the women I had been with, the ones I cared for and thought I was in love with.”

This confession gets so much attention because there aren't any openly Gay or Bi-sexual male rappers in Hip Hop. Whether we like it or not, the hip hop music industry has been plagued with stereotypical imagery of gold chains, half naked women and super tough heterosexuality. Maybe...just maybe Hip Hop is evolving into something totally suitable for the times. Hey remember when Nicki Minaj first came out as an artist??? She was very bisexual at one point...not sure if it was to enhance her popularity or album sales?!

Question of the day: Will this new information about Frank Ocean's sexuality change your view of him as an artist???

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Rihanna's Grandmother passes away.

Rhianna's Grandmother passed away. Heart broken and devastated, Rhianna released an endless stream of personal heart wrenching pictures of precious moments with her Grandma Dolly via Instagram and Twitter. The R&B star has delayed and canceled more than a few events to spend time with her family and visit sick Clara 'Dolly' Braithwaite in hospital in New York. My prayers and condolences go out to Rhianna and her family.

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Love and Hip Hop Love Triangle!

Are you Guys watching Love and Hip Hop Atlanta?! I'm sure most of you are. Well Stevie J and Mimi are like the most dysfunctional televised couple there is. Stevie J keeps denying the fact that he is sleeping fellow cast mate and managed "artist" Joseline Hernandez, who revealed on last weeks show that she is pregnant with their love child.


Mimi you look so foolish right now...Let it go. How much evidence do you need girl??

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New Couple Alert: Rocsi and Eddie

It's no secret that former 106 in Park host Rocsi has been seeing the one and only Eddie Murphy. The two have been spotted in various places enjoying each others company. But now...Its starting to look like its getting pretty serious! The two appeared hand in hand at a red carpet event! Many bloggers have been yapping about whether its serious or not...It doesn't matter! Rosci is dating straight Ballers! Can you say the same??!!

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Katie Holmes files for Divorce?!

 Katie Holmes recently filed for Divorce Friday morning after 5 years of marriage with Tom Cruise, citing "irreconcilable differences". The 33 year-old actress wants sole custody of their 6 year- old daughter Suri. Inside sources say that Tom Cruise was totally unaware of the fact that his wife wanted a divorce. Let us pray that things don't get too ugly, at least for the sake of the children involved.
  
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*New* Young Buck - Oh My God

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*New Heat* Dawn Richard - Automatic

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Adidas Makes a New Sneaker with Shackles!!

Adidas releases a highly offensive sneaker design called the "Shackle" shoe. This latest shoe design was created by Beverly Hills designer Jeremy Scott and it features plastic shackles that should be placed on the ankles. This new design has quickly stirred up lots of controversy. People are calling them Adidas new "Slave Kicks"!

Adidas released a statement reading... "The design of the JS Roundhouse Mid is nothing more than the designer Jeremy Scott's outrageous and unique take on fashion and has nothing to do with slavery. Since the shoe debuted on our Facebook page ahead of its market release in August, Adidas has received both favorable and critical feedback. We apologize if people are offended by the design and we are withdrawing our plans to make them available in the marketplace."

I highly suggest Adidas go back to the drawing board with their sneaker designs. Their new "slave" sneaker is a huge fail in more ways then one! Shame on you Adidas and designer Jeremy Scott!!

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*New* Trey Songnz Ft. T.I. - 2 Reasons

Hot New Single!! Gotta Love it!! 
I came for the Bitches and the Dranks!!!

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Kim K Gives Kanye a Lamborghini

Love is in the Air!! Kim Kardashian proves she truly loves her Boo Kanye. I think we were all surprised to hear about Kanye's Fancy B Day gift... A $750,000 Lamborghini Aventador LP 700-4!!! Chick has Booty and Bank to match!! I just want to see the ring Kanye gives her when he pops the question. You know it's gonna be Crazy!!! 

                     Lamborghini Aventador LP 700-4



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*New* Baiyu Ft. Rotimi - Invisible

Baiyu is a very talented Chinese American songwriter/ singer! She is definitely taking the music world by storm and killing em with her soulful vocals!!

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Funk Master Flex: Ooops he did it again!

Hey Everybody! It's your Girl, Ms. Chyna BlaQ! Well we all know that Peter Rosenberg and Funk Master Flex went ham at Summer Jam last week, blurting out disrespectful comments about Nicki Minaj. In turn stirring up some true Young Money Drama!

Quick Recap: Peter Rosenberg went in on Nicki's single "starships" how it's not real Hip Hop and Flex just makes it worse by running his mouth (like usual) blasting that he was going to shut Nicki's career down and such!  Now where they do that at??!! Ummm apparently at Hot 97's Summer Jam!

Nicki and Flex chop it up and Nicki can be quoted saying the following...
  
"When you want our team to come to your show, treat us with respect," Minaj told Funkmaster Flex. "And that's all we're asking. We're not asking for any special treatment. Just respect. And I'm very proud of my team, and the way they stood behind me."


 Bet you wanna know what Funk Flex had to say right?? Well listen to the audio and then tell me what you think of the Don Diva!!

Get ready to Laugh! Flex gets compared to Suzie from Basketball wives and named the all time Champion "Donkey of the Day" by 105.1 Breakfast Club host Charlamagne the Pain.




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My Jam of the week : Nobody's Perfect J Cole & Missy

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Fred The Godson - We Gon' Fly

Fred The Godson is undoubtedly one of the leading artists when it comes to lyrical content! Dude is Major.

 
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