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I ♥ Black Men

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“The Black skin is not a badge of shame, but rather a glorious symbol of national greatness.”

    -Marcus Garvey

 

Since the early days of mankind, Black men have roamed the planet and have overcome adversity. From our great African ancestors and the warriors transplanted from their kingdoms to the cotton fields, Black men have weathered the storms. The quote above by Marcus Garvey says it all, Black skin shouldn’t be viewed as a badge of shame yet rather a glorious symbol of national worldwide greatness.

Black men, whether they be African-American, African, Mixed, etc; they are beautiful on so many levels. It’s something about the way they walk, the way the talk, the way their body looks, and the varying shades they come in. Even though many Black men have to deal with racial disparity and stereotyping, many of them still try to make the best out of life and make their dream come true. This persistent determination and evolutionary concept of staying on their “grind” is just one of the many reasons why I love Black men.

I’ve dated various people from different cultural backgrounds, but their is something about Black men that lures me in. I love the way their full lips gently move when they talk and it’s even better when their full lips are gently kissing you. In my opinion it’s a perfect combination, especially when my full lips are greeted by a Black man’s soft coffee coolers. I’ve kissed a few other guys outside my race, typically ones with smaller lips, but I must say some of the most amazing kisses I’ve had have come from a strong and passionate Black man.

The chemistry touches on an emotional, physical, mental, and historical level. Black men and women have over come great adversity, our ancestors are timeless heroes. The bond between a Black man and a Black woman is symbolic of Black history and the challenges are people have faced just to be together and see another day. Even though there are so many dating options in the world and there is nothing wrong with interracial dating, there is something beautiful about seeing a strong Black couple weather the storms and reach the sunshine.

One of my favorite things about Black men, is the fact they come in so many different shades, sizes, styles, and backgrounds. It’s hard to pinpoint down my type, because I don’t judge whether a guy is “light skin” or “dark skin.” As long as it has some brown in it, then I’m down for the cause. Black men have this enticing aura about them, they can appear threatening and dangerous to society, yet they can be gentle teddy bears. I especially love a towering warrior, the type of man that is 6’3” 6’4” and is built like a football player. Give me Dhani Jones, minus the ego and a little taller, that’s the build that drives me wild! LOL

There are just so many things that I love on a Black man. A nice smile, a smooth brown complexion, arms that are weapons of mass destruction, and an ambition that is relentless. I grew up surrounded by positive Black men, which explains why I love them so much. I come from a family of successful Black marriages, doctors, military professionals, athletes, dancers, entrepreneurs, and a family of Black men that strive for success. My mom has three sisters and four brothers and they are living examples of great Black men and women.

I could sit here and go on and on about why I love black men. From the inspirational leaders such as Malcolm X, Huey Newton, Marcus Garvey, and Martin Luther King, to the Black male icons such as Denzel Washington, Spike Lee, Sidney Poitier, Blair Underwood, and so many other Black men. Simply put, I love Black men! I admire so many great Black men and other Black men I admire as more than just great inspirations. *wink wink, how you doin’!*

Even though Black men and women face their struggles in relationships, we have to strive to remove the negative connotation that is being associate with “Black.” Instead of sitting around and bashing Black men for their faults (they have faults, just like all men do,) we as Black women have to view the Black dating paradigm from a psychological and historical viewpoint rather than an impulsive and irrational emotional complex. Black love still does exist, it may not be easy, but no interaction beyond a hello and a goodbye is ever easy. Instead of bashing a Black man, I aim to give them praise for their attempts at fixing the mistakes their fathers may have made and trying to be a good Black man.

Black men, what can I say? I love them!!! But one thing I love even more than Black men, is Black love….now that is truly a wonderful thing.

If you love Black men, then check out http://iloveblackmen.tumblr.com/  It’s the site where I got the inspiration for this post and the pictures.

The beauty of Black love and Black bodies….Timothy Bloom’s “Till the End of Time”

This song says it all…Angie Stone “Brotha”

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Fierce, Fabulous, Cool, and Sexy

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I’ve been busy working on articles today and finishing up a painting, but I started off the morning in a Grace Jones mood. Today I was feeling so creative and liberated, so I began my workout routine by jamming to Grace’s classic hit “Pull Up to the Bumper”.  That is one of my all time favorite songs, it is truly a classic and sexy hit. You can’t help but dancing when that first beat comes on, it just takes over your body and sends you into a state of euphoria.

Grace Jones in my opinion is truly an iconic Black woman that stands out in the Studio 54 and early dance music era. She is one of the only women I’ve ever seen that can rock a fierce hightop with a fade, she is the original woman to make a statement with that style, mixed with her chocolate skin and sexual freedom. I know some women that have tried to rock that style, but I truly believe that Grace Jones is one of the few women who have successfully pulled off that style.

I’ve always been a huge Grace Jones fan, especially considering her contributions to the dance music scene. Her music is sexy and tantalizing, it just moves your body and makes your mind get lost. I’ve always looked up to her in this weird yea explainable way. Even though I’m not a dark skin woman, I appreciate how she brought beautiful chocolate women to the forefront in white media. Her role in “Conan the Destroyer” was fierce and sexy, showing that Black women can kick butt too!xiJkrHypek4f1ut6woDorpEso1_400

I think aside from the music, the swirl (she was engaged to Dolph Lundgren), and the hightop fade, she was also known for her body. Everyone knows that Grace Jones exemplifies the definition of sexual freedom, she showed off whenever and wherever yet in an artistic way. Her body was athletic, toned, and still had the curves that make us black women beautiful. She may have been on the wild side with always showing up naked and being labeled a “sex machine”, but she had a carefree creative approach and dared anyone to knock her freedom.

Grace JonersIt’s funny how I’ve been talking about Grace Jones all day and I just found out that her first album in 22 years is going to be coming out in the near future. I look forward to hearing some of her new music, I’m sure she doesn’t still look as fierce as she did when she was younger, but her music is still classic and her style is still very cool. I’m a huge Grace Jones fan, I may not duplicate her icon pose, but she does remind us how sexy and fierce black women can be.

fat_grace_jones-400x378P.S. I think this picture to the left is so hilarious! So many people try to duplicate her iconic pose, including Amber Rose and this fat guy to the left. Hilarious picture!

Anyways, I just felt like posting about Grace Jones and how I love her bold style and music. Life doesn’t have to always be so uptight and serious and you have to take the things others may not like and make them sexy. Some people often thought she looked like a man, yet she made millions of dollars off her music and showing off her body. She sure did show the haters! LOL….just be yourself and it’s okay to be daring and confidently sexy! You may not be able to pull off the hightop with the fade, but that’s alright. Find your best attribute and make it work for you. Be fierce and fabulous!

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Pull Up to My Bumper (Funkstar Deluxe Remix)

Educated Hustler on FreshXpress

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Good morning/afternoon everyone!

Today is kind of late start for me, thanks to spending 4 hours playing COD:Black Ops. It can get so addicting and frustrating too, especially when the Playstation Network decides to mess up. There are some serious dedicated gamers on there and when the game begins to glitch, they get so pissed off! I usually end up muting their mics so I can concentrate, but every now and then it’s funny to hear what people across the country are saying while playing Black Ops.

Even though I’m a gamer, I still am a human and need my rest. So I finally went to sleep after playing online with my brother and woke up to a refreshing email. TheFreshXpress, a blog devoted to young blacks in America, had followed up my article submission and posted my article “Educated Hustler” online. It’s amazing to see my work being appreciated through other media venues and people getting a chance to hear my social commentary. (See the article at http://thefreshxpress.com/2011/03/educated-hustler-whos-really-makin-moves/ )

I’m not sure if this blogging thing will ever get me my dream job as an editor, but I know it’s a healthy emotional release for me. This blog gives me the chance to say how I feel about life and say the things that nobody around me feel’s like listening to. Well, I take that back. My family does agree with my opinions on life and they as well are conscious intellects that don’t things for face value, but most of the other people I come into contact with my age I interact with don’t follow suit.

Maybe it’s the fact I love watching TCM, maybe it’s the fact I love old school funk, or maybe it’s the fact I’m 19 and so focused on my future. Whatever the case may be, I’m always labeled the “old soul”. Well, this old soul is passionate about writing and passionate about making her dreams come true, so I gladly accept the title of old soul and I’m off to go watch a Joan Crawford movie!

Blak Iz Blak

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In  2000, a movie came out that stirred my conscious. My perception of the world around me was altered in a life changing way, which is still very well alive and kicking in my life today. Bamboozled, Spike Lee’s innovative satirical film that questioned black identity and it’s relationship with mainstream white America via television, dance, and music.  The film centers on the premise that black entertainment is created to satisfy the “black”  image that white people  want to see, the “minstrel” that is only good for dancing and jumping around, not capable of complex thought process. The film is all about the “New Millennium Minstrel”.

Not only did Spike Lee create a revolutionary film, but he had an all star cast that brought his message to life. Damon Wayans, Savion Glover, Tommy Davidson, Jada Pinkett-Smith, Mos Def, and rapper Canibus were a few of the actors that dedicated their time to be in this provocative film.

I thank Spike Lee for his films Do the Right Thing, Crooklyn, Mo’ Better Blues, and Bamboozled. I’m glad there are abstract images out there in society, which promote complex critical thinking. I don’t live my life obsessed with race, sexism, beauty, and conspiracy theories, but I do challenge images and opinions I encounter when I walk down the street or simply turn on the television. I want to develop my own identity as a black female in America, an identity that isn’t tainted by stereotypes applied by those in power, or shall I say the “man”?

Watch this avant-garde video below “Blak Iz Blak” from the militant rap group Maus Maus, which come from the film Bamboozled.

The official Trailer. If you haven’t seen it, it’s a movie worth checking out.

Timmi Hillnigger Commercial from the Movie…Spike didn’t hold anything back on this one!

A montage from the movie, which zones in on black images throughout history.

Nick Cannon, Nas, and Affion’s PSA…goes along the lines with Spike’s message about the new minstrel.

©Jasmine McGee

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