You know how there’s a song that you randomly hear and like? But you go to look for it and can’t find it?
That was Rather Be for a long time for me. But thanks to YouTube, I’m now listening to it on repeat forever and ever. It’s a problem.
This was literally me all weekend.
ALL DAMN WEEKEND!
This dumb song is everything and I can’t even explain it. Like I want to give you musical analysis, how it pulls live classical instruments over a dance beat, how the early 90’s influence is so strong (a la Crystal Waters & Black Box), how the harmonies are super super tight, how the ab libs are soft but effective.
That last swell into the final chorus???
But really, the song just embodies happiness right now. Or my version of it. As weird as it sounds, I’m strangely in a good place. Are things perfect?
But this song embodies my version of happiness and real love. Where shit can go wrong but you know just being with that one person will fix your mood immediately. It pleases me to think that I’ll be in that place at some point in my life. (Speaking it into existence, y’all!)
Either way, I’m going to be snatching your faves wigs with my karaoke rendition of this song with some patented Countess step-touch choreography.
Let’s start this off with your Black History Fact of the Day!
Althea Gibson was an American tennis player and professional golfer, and the first black athlete to cross the color line of international tennis. In 1956, she became the first person of color to win a Grand Slam title (the French Open). The following year she won both Wimbledon and the U.S. Nationals (precursor of the U.S. Open), then won both again in 1958, and was voted Female Athlete of the Year by the Associated Press in both years. She won 11 Grand Slam tournaments, including six doubles titles, and was inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame and the International Women’s Sports Hall of Fame.
Come on Althea!
So if you think back to the first episode of Empire. We opened with this song.
I’ve been listening it non-stop ever since. I love her voice, I love the harmonies. SO GOOD.
So this past weekend was the family reunion which was great fun. In addition, I got to see Dash and Overactive Blogger which is always a delight! While at the seductive pool hall, OB reminded me of what is one of the greatest discoveries of all time. Take it away, Mary Kate and Ashley!
Western line dancing, vogue, AND HIP HOP FREESTYLE?!?!
Listen. I just wasn’t ready. I didn’t know they were going to keep it so sensual.
Next the ladies show us how to Charleston. (01:45)
Meh…it’s no retro. But I live for the green-screened effects.
One of them tells us we’re going to like this one big time as it’s our first solo! (2:22)
Get in to her flawless footwork and hip movement! Karina Smirnoff could never! So polished and professional!
We’re intro-ed into our sock hop dance with the greeting “Major Fun!” (03:00)
No thanks Ashley Kate.
“This one is hard! Don’t stress!” for our 60’s dance lesson (03:37)
You can’t take this twist and shout! Nor that take it to the floor girls. Your fave can’t even compete.
SCORE! (04:02)
Ummmm…Mary Ashley? That’s the electric slide. Now, far be it from me to question our two intrepid dancing divas. But really?? Those little turns aren’t going to distract me.
Try a little harder next time my dear.
Line dancing is totally the coolest, Mary! (05:08)
Nothing to see here. I do enjoy that she used the whole dancing space.
Holy shit, one of them is about to Vogue. (05:52)
Get into the fierce hand movement. The seductive steps. The side to side with the Walk-Like-An-Egyptian arms.
This is what I am talking about. COME ON SEASON SIX!
And now for our grand finale, it’s time for iconic hip hop freestyle!!!!! (07:07)
So my earlier post was a little angry. Let’s lighten the mood with some cartoon rappers!
Yaaaaass bitch Yaaaaass! ::Soulja Boy voice::
So according to Wikipedia, Turquoise Jeep is a real independent label founded by Flynt Flossy (Charlie Murphy lookalike) and Whatchyamacallit (the one with the majestic beard in the back row). I’m going to be honest, I’ve been riding with the Jeep for years thanks to my cousin, but had no idea whether it was a parody or real life. They also have a song with Childish Gambino! #famous All I know is that they jam and and I live for it.
So let’s go member by member and talk about my favorite of their anthems.
Yung Humma– Lemme Smang It
This is the usually how people get their first introduction into the flawless music of the Jeep. Yung Humma is a rapper with a signature hum (obviously) and is widely known for his luxurious locks.
Just the lyrics, the dance moves, the bored look of the lead light skinned girl. It’s all so perfect. Don’t even try to pretend that you didn’t bop and do the dance with him.
Flynt Flossy’s verse is also amazing. Like actually hilarious. And his dance moves!!
Get into it!
Flynt Flossy – Ooh Aah Sound
Let’s slow it down and get romanticals with Flynt. It was a close race between this and Naughty Farmer but I stan down for Pretty Raheem so here we are!
Get into his green screen. Get into the high art painting of Flynt. I actually can’t!
Listen. I could write a whole post on this glory alone. I love this song so so so so much. From the technicolor suits
to the Kid & Play tribute
and the dudes face when Pretty Raheem disappears
It’s all so so so so good.
To be serious though, this is a song that actually could have gotten radio play in the 90’s. Pretty Raheem has a “good” voice and Flynt Flossy is at his most marketable here. Just body roll and get into it!
Slick Mahony – Sex Syrup
Now while I stan down for Pretty Raheem, my favorite member of the group is Slick Mahoney. Like he legit makes me so happy. Wait, here’s some gifs…
Flawless man is flawless.
I think it’s because the rest of the group has redeemable qualities. Pretty Raheem is not a bad singer, Humma and Flynt pull out some clever rhymes here. Slick Mahony is the epitome of delightful. He’s not the best singer, he’s no the best dancer and he’s dressed like an 80’s lounge lizard. I am obsessed with him.
Sex Syrup has long been a favorite of mine. We know that Turquoise Jeep loves breakfast food and sex and this is just another fantastic jam. We also get another feature from Yung Humma and his remy! When the girl dances on the stack of pancakes, I lose it every time.
Like that is the most delightful thing ever. EVER!
Whatchyamacallit – Licky Sticky
So Whatchyamacallit is the Lyfe Jennings/Nate Dogg of the group doing a lot of hook singing. But he got his shine on Licky Sticky and we got this body rolling anthem!
I’m not convinced that he and Flynt Flossy aren’t brothers. Or at least cousins. And this is another song where there isn’t as much humor. Like imagine yourself in a dark cluh. You grainin on dat wood with your boo thing for the night. If this came on, don’t act like you wouldn’t be feeling some type of way!!!
Go head boo!
Whatchya – Taste You Like Yogurt
Y’all. I just discovered this today. Y’all. They are amazing.
So to show that Turquoise Jeep is nothing but on top of the trends, here’s something for your EDM fans!
Like y’all. I don’t even have any commentary. You just have to watch. The German…and the effects… My mind is blown. I’m unable.
I have nothing. What’s your favorite Turquoise Jeep jams?? Did I miss your favorites?? Share with us!
We here at Class and Trash love terrible music, especially the songs of the Real Housewives. So we got together with our friend over at Overactive Blogger to rank our top 3 favorite housewife singles. There are bound to be some repeats (Trash purposely left off Chic, C’est La Vie) because you can’t dispute quality. Let’s get started!
Overactive Blogger
1) Chic, C’est La Vie – Countess Luann (RHONY)
2) On Display – Melissa Gorga (RHONJ)
3) Tardy For the Party – Kim Zolciak (RHOA)
Class
1) Tardy For the Party – Kim Zolciak (RHOA)
2) Money Can’t Buy You Class – Countess Luann (RHONY)
3) Who Gone Check Me Boo? – Sheree Whitfield (RHOA)
Trash
1) Money Can’t Buy You Class – Countess Luann (RHONY)
2) Gone With The Wind Fabulous – Kenya Moore (RHOA)
3) Bump It – Michelle Salahi (RHODC)
So what are your favorites? I’m super disappointed that we left out Google Me and Close To You. Let us know in the comments!
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