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MTV’S WORST EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH - FIONA APPLE Hotney 14 Streams • 10 months ago

The history of Fiona Apple

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iona Apple, the 20-year-old musical prodigy who called out the entire music industry at the height of her fame, changed pop culture with one unforgettable line — “This world is bullshit.” Her story is one of rebellion, trauma, genius, and ultimate redemption. This video explores the rise, fall, and transformation of Fiona Apple, one of music’s most fearless and misunderstood artists.

In the mid-90s, Fiona Apple exploded onto the scene with her debut album Tidal, earning critical acclaim and a Grammy for her breakout song “Criminal.” But behind her success was a difficult childhood shaped by anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and a traumatic assault that deeply influenced her songwriting. Instead of conforming to pop’s expectations, Apple used her pain as creative fuel, writing lyrics that were raw, confessional, and years ahead of their time.

At just 20, Apple found herself thrust into the spotlight — only to reject it in spectacular fashion during her 1997 MTV Video Music Awards acceptance speech, telling the world, “This world is bullshit.” The media backlash was harsh, labeling her unstable and ungrateful, but that moment became a defining statement of artistic honesty. Fiona’s refusal to play the fame game made her both a target and a trailblazer.

Her second album, When the Pawn..., was a direct response to the critics who mocked her. It revealed a more confident and complex musician, blending heartbreak, anger, and poetic honesty with the help of collaborator Jon Brion. Despite relentless media pressure, Fiona Apple emerged as a symbol of artistic integrity — proof that standing your ground could outlast any scandal.

Years later, she battled record label interference and industry control during the making of Extraordinary Machine. Fans rallied behind her with the famous “Free Fiona” campaign, demanding her creative freedom. She returned with a vengeance — releasing The Idler Wheel… and the groundbreaking Fetch the Bolt Cutters, recorded from her own home. The 2020 album won two Grammys and earned Pitchfork’s first perfect 10 in a decade, validating everything Fiona had stood for since that fiery speech in 1997.

Through decades of chaos, Fiona Apple never compromised her art or sense of self. She’s been open about her mental health, trauma, and activism, proving that music can be both therapy and protest. Her journey isn’t just about fame or rebellion — it’s about honesty, survival, and the power of art to cut through noise.

This video dives deep into how Fiona Apple turned pain into melody, defiance into legacy, and silence into revolution. From her haunting debut Tidal to her fearless stand against the pop machine, here’s the real story behind the woman who refused to play the game.

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Mýa feat. Bounty Killer - Whine (Official Music Video) Hotney 5 Streams • 3 years ago

Official Music Video for ‘Whine’ performed by Mýa, featuring Bounty Killer. Out everywhere now: https://ingrv.es/whine-wuw-i

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Lyrics:

Mi no want see no a statues tonight
All of the hot body gyal dem uno dun know what we a say,
That’s right Gyal! Bussa whine

No one should stand in the way
We should get a little closer now
I’m drunk off your energy eh
Let’s keep it goin’ 'til mornin’ time

So come and catch a vibe
Flex on me don’t get shy
Flow wit' the rhythm and desire
Soon as you look into my eye eye eye (Look into my eyes)

I love it when we whine whine whine whine whine whine
(Gal come whine for The General)
You make me feel like you’re mine mine mine mine mine mine alone
(Bad man, nah play wid dem ya gyal)
Let me touch it one time, time, time, time, time, time shawty
Wanna give your body all of me tonight
Every time that you come, come get the whine

Whine up mi waist and pull mi hip outta place
And tick two times, tick two times
Whine up mi waist and pull mi hip outta place
And tick two times, tick two times
Don’t put your thoughts in the way... eh
'Cause the moment happenin’ here right now
And everybody watchin’
But f*ck it let’s go off then

You know I like an audience
It’s ready when you want it

So come and catch a vibe
Flex on me don’t get shy
Flow wit' the rhythm and desire
Soon as you look into my eye eye eye (Look into my eyes)

I love it when we whine whine whine whine whine whine
(Gal come whine for The General)
You make me feel like you’re mine mine mine mine mine mine alone
(Bad man, nah play wid dem ya gyal)
Let me touch it one time, time, time, time, time, time shawty
Wanna give your body all of me tonight
Every time that you come, come get the whine

Whine up mi waist and pull mi hip outta place
And tick two times, tick two times
Whine up mi waist and pull mi hip outta place
And tick two times, tick two times

Aye gyal throw ya body good
You make mi want ya’ body bad
She a have the shape when she a whine
She want di Birkin’ bag
Sex appeal alone ya’ feel when time mi hold ya’
Baby do it like a money stack and roll ya
Fold ya up up, She back it up up
Mi fill her cup up, She haff di buff buff
She feel di tuff tuff from she get it, she love struck
Slow whinin’ and flirtatious stuff, Well
Gal put your waist line inna overdrive
And make me throw di money while ya’ take your likkle time

Cute in di face, look at you body design, You a mine,
Gal ya’ finer than fine

I love it when we whine whine whine whine whine whine
You make me feel like you’re mine mine mine mine mine mine alone
(Bad man, nah play wid dem ya gyal)
Let me touch it one time, time, time, time, time, time shawty
Wanna give your body all of me tonight
Every time that you come, come get the whine

Whine up mi waist and pull mi hip outta place
And tick two times, tick two times
Whine up mi waist and pull mi hip outta place
And tick two times, tick two times
It’s Bounty Killer & Mýa bringin’ you that island fiyah
Bussa whine!

Credits:
Filmed in Kingston, Jamaica
Artist: Mýa ®
Featured Artist: Bounty Killer
Directors: Josh Sikkema & Derek Brown
Producer: Mya Harrison of Planet 9
Creative Directors: Derek Brown x Mya Harrison
DP/Lighting: Neville Smith
Location Scout: David Packer
Gaffer/Grip: David Packer
Wardrobe Stylist: Aliecia Brissett
Hair: Troy Turner
Make-Up: Karamel Katrina
Security: Troy Henry, Odile Richards, Audley Shakespeare & Nathan Salmon
Transportation: Kenard Dixon & Richard Tavares of Paramount Transpo
Casting: Latonya Styles & Troy Henry
Location Manager: Colin Smickle
Location: Hallin’ Bank
Dancers: Latonya Style, Danii Boo, Pretty Pretty, Sara Bendii, Kissy McCoy, Pata Skeng
Cast: Hillary Nicholson, Ronnie Smickle
PA: Sherrell Johnson
Playback Tech: Audley Shakespeare, Jr.
Label: Planet 9
Distribution: Ingrooves

#Mya #BountyKiller #Whine

Lord Finesse - Hip 2 Da Game (With Intro) (Official Music Video) [HD] Hotney 6 Streams • 3 years ago

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Lyrics:

I'm hip to the game (right)
I'll always be the same (true)
'Cause whether I'm broke or got fame
Sunshine or rain
Ain't a damn thing changed

I'm hip to the game (right)
I'll always be the same (true)
'Cause whether I'm broke or got fame
Sunshine or rain
Ain't a damn thing changed

Finesse fell off, that's what some figure
You better see Mary Blige and get the 411, nigga
I rock rappers frequently
I'm like Stevie Wonder, I can't see a brother beatin' me
Wanna throw joints? You get spanked, fella
Wanna talk dough? I'm seein' more cash than a bank teller
Wanna talk girls, you can't follow this
I been through more skins than the average dermatologist

I'm no joke on a fast or slow tip
Pockets stay so thick, be on some down-low shit
I turn MC's red fast
I never sell out, fuck that, yo, I'm dead ass
I'm on it like TNT
When it comes to this, ain't another brother seein' me
That's why opponents always get scared
'Cause I make brothers go, "Hey yo, now that's that shit there!"

I'm hip to the game (right)
I'll always be the same (true)
'Cause whether I'm broke or got fame
Sunshine or rain
Ain't a damn thing changed

I'm hip to the game (right)
I'll always be the same (true)
'Cause whether I'm broke or got fame
Sunshine or rain
Ain't a damn thing changed (check it)

Brothers better lounge when I pass through town
(You better recognize) Don't know? Better ask around
Word life, I'm not a new figure
They say good things come to those who wait - I'm overdue, nigga
I lounge and rock tunes
The way I be savin the day, give me a cape and a costume
But no, it's not Batman, it's the original blackman
That goes back like the Gap Band

I don't run scams, got dumb fans
Yo, I'm one man that's quick to toast a nigga like a sun tan
People wondered would I rock again?
Shit, rap without Finesse is like life without oxygen
It's no quiz, I get biz, you know what the deal is
Rap ain't shit if it ain't real, kid
Can't a rapper outplay me
(Do your thing, kid) Word life, no doubt, baby

I'm hip to the game (right)
I'll always be the same (true)
'Cause whether I'm broke or got fame
Sunshine or rain
Ain't a damn thing changed

I'm hip to the game (right)
I'll always be the same (true)
'Cause whether I'm broke or got fame
Sunshine or rain
Ain't a damn thing changed

I don't stutter, I'm so butter, like no other
Word, I'm that funky type of soul brother
I get stupid, but I'm dumb wise, I'm one guy
That can rock a party from night until sunrise
You can't mess with the rap lord
That's like sayin you can dunk when you can't touch the backboard

Ha, I got the smooth rep
I got styles that kung-fu muthafuckas didn't use yet
How long I been rockin raps?
Since niggas was wearin Lee's, mark-necks and sportin' stocking caps
Plus I be flippin' figures
In '95 and beyond, best believe I got some shit for niggas

I'm hip to the game (right)
I'll always be the same (true)
'Cause whether I'm broke or got fame
Sunshine or rain
Ain't a damn thing changed

I'm hip to the game (right)
I'll always be the same (true)
'Cause whether I'm broke or got fame
Sunshine or rain
Ain't a damn thing changed

#LordFinesse #Hip2DaGame #HipHop #HipHop50

The Lacs - Youll’nt Even Know (Official Music Video) Hotney 10 Streams • 25 days ago

“Youll'nt Even Know” by The LACs is out now.

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Text The LACs: (912) 214-8490

CREDITS
PRODUCTION COMPANY: Buzzed Vision
VIDEO PRODUCER & DIRECTOR: Big Buzz

LYRICS
Intro (Brian King)
Youll’nt even know (4x)
Youll’nt even know how them country folk ride (3x)
With a fifth of JD sitting way up high
Youll’nt even know, thats how them country folk ride (2x)

Verse 1 (Clay Sharpe)
Boy I got a buggy higher than the power lines
I’m gonna hit that hole yeah we call it shower time
Gotta south GA dime that goes with me every time
How you get throw anything with them skinny ass tires

You got a concrete Queen, city boys dream
You come out bog or you gone keep it clean
I’ll be getting throwed while yall be getting towed
Country boy original, better let these people know

Chorus (Brian)
Youll’nt even know how them country folk ride (3x)
With a seat laid low in the 4-wheel drive
Youll’nt even know, thats how them country folk ride (3x)
With a fifth of JD sitting way up high
Youll’nt even know, thats how them country folk ride (2x)

Verse 2 (Brian King)
You got to get it get it
Peel it back and then watch em smoking
Like they in a skillet
Crack open a window blow it
K now let me hit it
Quick fast while the popos scooping out your geo prism
Slip past and I'm bout to roll out through your city limits
Good riddance a rebel boy
Just a Denice the menace
Dirt bag with no sense
And you little city slickers ain't gonna know what a wrench is
How I'm riding shit is no of ya business
Nope

Chorus (Brian)
Youll’nt even know how them country folk ride (3x)
With a seat laid low in the 4-wheel drive
Youll’nt even know, thats how them country folk ride (3x)
With a fifth of JD sitting way up high
Youll’nt even know, thats how them country folk ride (2x)

Verse 3 (Brian King)
Roll up like Khalifa
With the reefer in the sky
Got a bottle of tequila
About to pour in a dime
When they're clothes fall off
Get a piece of that pie
Law dog looking at me
But I seen him from a mile

Verse 4 (Clay Sharpe)
Man this shit is routine
That’s just how I do things
Baller from the sticks
Call it country boy hoop dreams
Ridin through the country like a bumpkin
I’m just bumpin that Dirt Road Dollars
Make em holler, keep em jumpin baby

Chorus (Brian King)
Youll’nt even know how them country folk ride (3x)
With a seat laid low in the 4-wheel drive
Youll’nt even know, thats how them country folk ride (3x)
With a fifth of JD sitting way up high
Youll’nt even know, thats how them country folk ride (2x)
That’s just how them country folk ride