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Lil Nas X Takes His Horse To The ‘Desus & Mero’ Show, Performs “Old Town Road” On TV [Video]

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Source: Scott Dudelson / Getty If you were one of the haters hoping Lil Nas X’s 15 minutes of fame was coming to an end you will find this news disappointing. The crafter of the viral hit “Old Town Road” rode into the Desus & Mero show where he partook in a fun game of “Country or Nah” where he punted on some very obviously country things and talked about the initial reception of his song and performed it live on television for the first time. Since its inception, “Old Town Road” has become a monster hit spawning a remix featuring Billy Ray Cyrus , a cover by Keith Urban as well version of the song from the point of view from Game of Throne’s villain the Night King . Before he hit the stage to perform the song, the “king of the yee-haw agenda” chopped it with the Bronx natives who kept it real country by rocking cowboy hats with Desus jokingly pointing out “My wife left me, and she took the F-150,” and mero adding “again” before they spoke with the viral sensation. During their conversation, they touched on Lil Nas X performing at the Stagecoach Festival and becoming a Country Music star. When speaking on the initial reaction to “Old Town Road” catching fire on the internet X added: “Every day is like, OK, everything was a dream . . . That terrible situation ended up helping me,” As of Monday (May 6) “Old Town Road” is still the number one record on the Billboard Hot 100 chart holding off Taylor Swift’s struggle shimmy inducing new record and Panic! at the Disco. The single is poised to be one of the most dominant #1 songs of all-time putting in elite company with tracks like “The Boy is Mine,” “Shape of You” and “I Will Always Love You” just to name a few. As for the performance, Lil Nas X was ready backed by his live band he performed an updated version of the track. It’s pretty safe to assume that X isn’t going anywhere, you can check out his live rendition of “Old Town Road” below. — Photo: Scott Dudelson / Getty

Lil Nas X Takes His Horse To The ‘Desus & Mero’ Show, Performs “Old Town Road” On TV [Video]

Ar’mon And Trey – Just In Case ft. Yung Bleu (Official Lyric Video)

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Source: Brian Stukes / Getty Ar’mon And Trey team up with Yung Bleu for their latest single, “Just In Case.” Check out their lyric video below..

Ar’mon And Trey – Just In Case ft. Yung Bleu (Official Lyric Video)

Jay-Z Launches Scholarship To Expand Study Abroad Opportunities For Underserved Students

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Source: Brian Ach / Getty Jay-Z is doing what he can to give back to the next generation on all fronts. Most recently, he’s launched a scholarship through the Shawn Carter Foundation for students who would like to study abroad. “The study abroad program was designed by JAY-Z’s charitable foundation and the Institute for International Education (IIE)/Gilman International Scholarship Program. The program was started to ‘designed to expand the global experiences and leadership opportunities for underserved students through establishment of full study-abroad scholarships,’ Travel Noire reports, adding that “according to data from the foundation, 64 percent of the foundation’s scholars are first-generation college students.” Students who are selected will reportedly be required to complete a service project while abroad.  Hov’s scholarship for study abroad opportunities comes just as the music mogul is beginning to gain traction in his fight to reform the criminal justice system . Stay tuned… we’re sure this isn’t the last we’ll hear from generous Jay. — Photo: Getty

Jay-Z Launches Scholarship To Expand Study Abroad Opportunities For Underserved Students

Want To Keep Your Kid Busy? Here Are Some Resources In Metro Atlanta

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As they say, “idle time is evils playground”. Well here are a few ways to keep your kids busy and occupied this summer! Their are tons of programs like summer camps that offer financial assistance, Boy’s and Girls Clubs, family trip ideas, youth sports programs and more. Visit i9sports.com and find a youth sports program in your area! It’s super easy to use. Click Here To Search on i9’s website Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Atlanta: Click here to find a club near you Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Atlanta works to save and change the lives of children and teens, especially those who need us most, by providing them with a safe, positive and engaging environment and programs that prepare and inspire them to achieve Great Futures. Through 25 Clubs in 10 metro counties, our trained and professional staff serves more than 3,500 youth daily. Our programs focus on helping kids succeed in school, live healthier, and become leaders. While our cost to serve each member is more than $5,000, we ask families to pay only a $50 annual membership fee and no child is turned away. CAMP BEST FRIENDS 2019: I love the 90’s The fun returns this summer at Camp Best Friends! This year’s theme, “I Love The 90’s”, will focus on exposing campers to a summer dedicated to a decade of retro fun! Each week, campers will experience the social, cultural, and educational aspects that “The 90’s” offered…. Centers of Hope: $35 for Residents per week / $110 for Non-residents per week From the moment campers arrive each day, service leader interns guide them in activities developed around the five (5) Centers of Hope Pillars: Academic Enrichment, Health & Fitness; Character & Leadership Development, Technology and Community. These experiences are achieved through integrated reading, sports, creative writing, games, drama, music, dance, arts and crafts, physical fitness and outdoor adventure. Register now! Keep a look out for Reec Treats The City this summer! Hot 107.9’s Reec Swiney will be throwing free BBQs this summer all around the city. Filled with free food, fun and games.  

Want To Keep Your Kid Busy? Here Are Some Resources In Metro Atlanta

Twitter Update Allows Users To Retweet With Gifs, Photos & Videos

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Source: NurPhoto / Getty If you were one of the everyday Tweeters, who wanted the ability to retweet or quote retweet using a gif, photo or video your prayers have been answered. Twitter announced a new update allowing users to do such adding more flavor to your conversations on the social media platform. The update which is now has been rolled out across Apple iOS and Android devices will now all users to add up to four pieces of multimedia whether it be four photos, videos or a gif. When doing so, the original tweet will now be placed conveniently below so it doesn’t get lost in the conversation. When speaking about the new feature, Twitter broke down the process of coming up with the function and stated in a series of Tweets: “People come to Twitter to share their thoughts on interests, events, and news, and we wanted to give them more ways to express themselves.” “During the first usability test, we found it was challenging for people to quickly understand all the content in a Retweet with media. This was due to the layout; two large Tweets stacked on top of each other.” “To improve comprehension, we focused on creating hierarchy, prioritizing the author’s voice, and providing more context around the Tweet being Retweeted.” Next, we ran a second usability test, introducing a condensed inner Tweet that was styled similar to a pull quote. This was to help differentiate the two components of the Retweet. Participants reacted well to it. During the first usability test, we found it was challenging for people to quickly understand all the content in a Retweet with media. This was due to the layout; two large Tweets stacked on top of each other. pic.twitter.com/P9NsbaEIF0 — Twitter Design (@TwitterDesign) May 6, 2019 So what’s the final design look like? • Clearer visual hierarchy with a condensed inner Tweet • Including an avatar in the inner Tweet to give more context helping you quickly see who’s talking • Simple box container for easier interacting We hope you enjoy it! pic.twitter.com/11bRXn3dbk — Twitter Design (@TwitterDesign) May 6, 2019 Twitter also is promising another update that will make  “Retweets with media more interactive and easier to read” while “exploring more ways to help people express themselves. Stay tuned!” That’s all fine and dandy, and it’s great that Twitter is listening to users but where in the world is the ability to edit Tweets after we hit send? — Photo: NurPhoto / Getty

Twitter Update Allows Users To Retweet With Gifs, Photos & Videos

Marines Discuss The Concerns And Multiple Opportunities Available In The Corps

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Source: Radio One / Radio One Digital People have many questions about joining the Marine Corps, so we asked a few Marines first hand about their experiences, as well as advice they might have for anyone who might be interested in joining. Check out the video below as Marines give words the will ease the process.

Marines Discuss The Concerns And Multiple Opportunities Available In The Corps

Erica Dixon Welcomes Twin Girls, Calls Leaving Them In Hospital ‘The Most Difficult Day Of My Life’

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Source: Prince Williams / Getty It looks like congrats are in order for LHHATL star Erica Dixon . She recently gave birth to beautiful twin girls, but for reasons unknown she had to leave them behind in the hospital. She called it, “the most difficult day” of her life. “Today was one of the most difficult days of my life. I have been blessed with two beautiful baby girls but to have to leave them just tore me apart,” the reality star wrote on Monday on Instagram. She posted a pic of a past pregnancy shoot. Erica added, “ Praying they can come home sooner than later. Im missing them so much already.” View this post on Instagram Today was one of the most difficult days of my life. I have been blessed with two beautiful baby girls but to have to leave them just tore me apart. Praying they can come home sooner than later. Im missing them so much already. A post shared by msericadixon (@msericadixon) on May 5, 2019 at 6:15pm PDT   Now, Ms. Erica has remained mum about who the father of her baby is, but she has been clear that it ain’t her ex-Scrappy. Apparently, she’s moved on and is with a man that There were rumors that Power star Rotimi was the father, but he swiftly responded calling that. “#FakeNews.” Dixon has echoed those same statements telling a fan on social media that they’ve got “false info” about the actor being her baby Daddy. Congrats to Erica and we hope her little girls are healthy and continuing to get stronger every day! RELATED NEWS: Stork Alert: Keyshia Cole Announces Pregnancy, Shows Off Baby Bump Stork Alert! Tamron Hall Gives Birth To Baby Boy! Stork Alert! Eva Marcille Is Pregnant With Baby Number Three [ione_media_gallery src=”https://hellobeautiful.com” id=”3026907″ overlay=”true”]

Erica Dixon Welcomes Twin Girls, Calls Leaving Them In Hospital ‘The Most Difficult Day Of My Life’

#ImASurvivor: Common Reveals He Was Molested As A Child

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Source: Erika Goldring / Getty Common recently revealed that he is a survivor of childhood sexual abuse. In an exclusive interview with PEOPLE , the Oscar winner told the publication that he had repressed the past abuse, but was triggered after being in the HBO film The Tale . “One day, while talking through the script with Laura, old memories surprisingly flashed in my mind,” he wrote. “I caught my breath and just kept looping the memories over and over, like rewinding an old VHS tape… I said, ‘Laura, I think I was abused.’” The rapper’s also recalls his abuse in his new memoir  Let Love Have the Last Word , which goes into detail about being molested at the age of 9, 10-years-old by a family member. “I was excited for a road trip I was about to take with my family,” he recalled. “My mother; my godmother, Barbara; her son and my god brother Skeet; and his relative, who I’ll call Brandon.” View this post on Instagram Came home to find this waiting on me. Can't wait to start reading it. I should finished reading it by the weekend. #Common #thinkcommon A post shared by Lisa D (@weaverdickerson) on May 7, 2019 at 2:04pm PDT   Common, 47, said that the relative sexually assaulted him at their aunt’s home in Cleveland one night on their trip. “At some point, I felt Brandon’s hand on me,” he wrote. “I pushed him away. I don’t remember saying a whole lot besides, ‘No, no, no.’” He added that no matter how much he begged him to stop, his abuser only continued to assault him. “He kept saying, ‘It’s okay, it’s okay,’ as he pulled down my shorts and molested me,” he said. “After he stopped, he kept asking me to perform it on him. I kept repeating ‘No’ and pushing him away. I felt a deep and sudden shame for what happened.” Common revealed that’s he’s been in therapy to help him deal with the past abuse. “I just pushed the whole thing out of my head,” he admitted. “Maybe it’s a matter of survival — Even now, two years after that flash resurgence of memories, as I’m writing, I’m still working through all of this in myself and with my therapist.” The rapper-actor says that while he hasn’t seen “Brandon” in 25 years, he has forgiven him. “I want to be a person who helps break cycles of violence,” he writes. “This is love in action and I intend to practice it.” It’s rare that Black celebrity men come out as sexual abuse survivors, and we need more to follow in Common’s brave footsteps. We pray he continues to heal and hopefully his story will help others seek professional help as well. Thank you Common for your courage. RELATED NEWS: Tamar Braxon Reveals She Was Molested As A Child Documentary Alleges Whitney Houston Was Molested By Dee Dee Warwick Tevin Campbell Takes To Twitter To Address The Rumor That Quincy Jones Molested Him  

#ImASurvivor: Common Reveals He Was Molested As A Child

Common Shares The Relationship Advice Michelle Obama Gave Him [VIDEO]

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Source: Erika Goldring / Getty MadameNoire.com : While visiting Stephen Colbert and  The Late Show  this week, rapper, actor and overall renaissance man Common shared that Michelle Obama is helping him find love. During his conversation with Colbert, it was brought up that the last time Common was on the show, he visited when Obama was present to promote her book,  Becoming.  “We both Chicagoans, we got this connection,” he said. “She’s a wonderful person.” A wonderful person who gives sound advice. The 47-year-old said that during his last visit with her on the show, they actually sat on Colbert’s couch and talked love and relationships. She broke down to him the importance of tempering his expectations of the women he gives the time of day. Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for exclusive news.  ( Terms and conditions ). “We actually sat right here in this space and was talking relationships. She gives me great love advice, too. I mean, who else would you want love advice from but the great Michelle Obama?” he said. “But it’s really authentic and real and honest. A lot of the things she said to me is just like wisdom. ‘Cause sometimes I’m always looking for the perfect person. I need this perfect but I’m not perfect so what am I doing? But she was like, ‘Look, you’re going to have to compromise sometimes, right?’” When Colbert asked if that meant she was telling Common to lower his standards, he said no. Instead, she believes he needs to make certain values the most important thing when it comes to what he’s looking for in a partner. “She’s just saying, some of the stuff you want in a person, that’s not the real values,” he said. “Just look for the real core values and make sure the things on your list that you can mark those things on your list. Of course, she didn’t compromise with the great President Obama did she?” SEE ALSO:  Common To Release New Memoir About Love So with that in mind, what is Common looking for in a woman? He broke it down for those who want to know. “I love people who are caring, loving, just openhearted,” he said. “I like intelligent but fun people. I like people who treat other people well. And I like a woman who challenges me, who challenges me to grow. She helps me to grow and I help her to grow. We support each other and we can go out and do good in the world and have fun. Have a good glass of wine.” Sign Up For Our Newsletter! Close Thank you for subscribing! Please be sure to open and click your first newsletter so we can confirm your subscription. Email Submit Check out their chat about his love life (so you can shoot your shot) and Michelle Obama’s advice starting at the 00:50 mark. ALSO TRENDING ON RICKEYSMILEYMORNINGSHOW.COM : RHOA Star Eva Marcille Is Pregnant With Baby No. 3! [PHOTOS] New Evidence Surfaces In Brittney Taylor’s Case Against Remy Ma Nipsey Hussle’s Sister’s Guardianship Request Over Niece Denied By Judge Follow @TheRSMS

Common Shares The Relationship Advice Michelle Obama Gave Him [VIDEO]

Rasheeda Opens Up About Cheating On Kirk Early On In Their Marriage: “We’ve Had To Forgive Each Other”

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Source: Prince Williams / Getty via MadameNoire.com : Back in March, when the  Love and Hip Hop Atlanta  supertrailer was released in anticipation of the premiere of Season 8, one part of the preview that had people talking was a revelation on behalf of Rasheeda Frost. “I ain’t always been perfect,” Rasheeda shared in a scene. “We’ve had infidelities from both sides.” And while people know good and well about all of the cheating Kirk Frost has done, at least publicly due to his actions on the show, Rasheeda stepping outside of their relationship was news to many. During Monday night’s episode of LHHATL , she elaborated on what she meant about “infidelities on both sides” after bringing couples on the show to a cabin getaway to work on their relationships. “Me and Kirk done been through a whole, whole, whole lot of sh-t,” she said. “We at the point in our relationship where you gotta put things behind you in order to move forward.” Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for exclusive news.  ( Terms and conditions ). The Frosts, who have been married for almost 20 years , played counselors for the group, exposing their own issues to help everyone else know how to move forward. “Nobody is perfect and relationships have issues, but y’all also gotta understand forgiveness, too,” she said. “That’s what I have learned to understand because we’ve had to forgive each other for sh-t. I ain’t always been perfect in my marriage. We’ve had dishonesty from both sides of us in this marriage. We’ve had infidelities from both sides of us in this marriage.” That statement was met with shock from the group. Rapper Lil Scrappy even said, “I can’t hear that coming out of your mouth!” However, Rasheeda said it was true, and that they were able to make it work and still have made it work all these years and issues later because they were able to forgive one another. “My situation was a very long time ago,” she said. “We grew together. You think at some points in time we didn’t think, ‘Oh, this may not work’? We brought y’all so that y’all could see that we’re putting that behind us.” Sign Up For Our Newsletter! Close Thank you for subscribing! Please be sure to open and click your first newsletter so we can confirm your subscription. Email Submit “So yes, you know I’ve had infidelities in the past, early in Kirk and I’s relationship. But honestly, at this point, bringing everybody here is for everybody to discuss things and face it,” she added in her confessional. “We have to come together and face it and talk about it. That’s how you move past it.” And as for Kirk’s advice, he said it helps if you don’t involve the opinions of outside parties when you’re trying to mend things. “Anybody that’s outside of y’all relationship, don’t let them have so much power to separate y’all,” he said. “Because people be miserable.”   ALSO TRENDING ON RICKEYSMILEYMORNINGSHOW.COM : RHOA Star Eva Marcille Is Pregnant With Baby No. 3! [PHOTOS] New Evidence Surfaces In Brittney Taylor’s Case Against Remy Ma Nipsey Hussle’s Sister’s Guardianship Request Over Niece Denied By Judge Follow @TheRSMS

Rasheeda Opens Up About Cheating On Kirk Early On In Their Marriage: “We’ve Had To Forgive Each Other”