GAY OR STR8?
Could P. Diddy Really Be Hiding Years Of Homosexuality?
P. Diddy allegedly came clean about his sexuality in Blood Orange's song called "Hope". Near the end of the video as two guys were seen embracing each other while they're walking with a group of men, Diddy said, "Sometimes I ask myself, like / You know, what is it going to take for me not to be afraid.To be loved the way, like, I really wanna be loved? / But that I know how I really wanna be loved / But I'm, but I'm, like, scared to really, really feel that / You know, it's like you want something / But you don't know if you can handle it," the music mogul continued. "Maybe one day I'll get over my fears and I'll receive.”As Diddy had his serious moment in the studio seemingly alluding to his sexuality, Tyler, the Creator and A$AP Rocky were seen goofing off in the background. Tyler came out of the closet years ago while Blood Orange came out as sexually fluid in 2018. A$AP was also plagued with gay rumors over the years but
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he insisted he's straight. As the internet chatters regarding Diddy's sexuality heated up, a 2017 video which featured a drunk Diddy calling another man "daddy" resurfaced. During the interview, the Bad Boy Records founder additionally insisted he "never really" partied with Fabolous. "We partied for my birthday before. You came to my party," a confused Fab said. The alcohol-fueled interview then prompted 50 Cent to throw shades at Diddy. "He says to Fabolous, 'me and you, we need to party.' What is you talking about? When people say that to me I get a little uncomfortable," Fiddy later explained in an interview on "The Breakfast Club" “He said something to me a long time ago, at Chris Lighty's wedding. He told me he'd take me shopping," the G-Unit star added. "I looked at him like, 'What'd you just say? Let me move, man, before I do something. You gon' make me mess up the wedding.' No. That's something a guy says to a girl."Meanwhile, in 2009, rapper Xzibit recalled the one time he was taken to a gay club by Diddy. He was so shocked when he discovered what kind of club it was that he immediately took off. "We leave the club directly. I didn't say peace to nobody. It was suspect," he said.Diddy himself once accidentally admitted to sleeping with Usher.He, however, never directly addressed the rumors surrounding his sexuality
Diddy sitting on a bed for an interview with interviewer Kevin Hart where he shockingly and mistakenly admits to previous sleeping with Usher who later walks in during the interview.
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Kiki2Blunt is a rapper, singer, writer and comedian. She has amassed more than 70,000 followers on her kiki2blunt TikTok account. She released the track "It's On SIght" in 2021. She launched her TikTok account in April 2020. In March 2021, she released a single titled "Get it Bihh." She released the music video to "Deeper" in August 2020. She is from Augusta, Georgia
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THE BIGGEST AWARD OF THE NIGHT
King George, Southern Plug Music Awards Breakout Artist of the Year is a native of Columbia, SC by way of the Hopkins area. Enthralling R&B vocals, feel good transitions, combined with a classic old school swag, effortless in his delivery and sincere in his approach, there is only one King George. He first gained national notarity for his 2022 hit debut single “Keep On Rolling”. He soon took over the airways with his follow up “Friday Night. And with the release of his mega hits “Too Long” and Leave & Party he has solidified his name as the premier name in Southern Soul Music and a household name in popular music everywhere. As the highest charting R&B artist from South Carolina since Angie Stone, George is shedding light on the massive talents of SC and putting on for his state. One can only assume that the successes for King George are going to jump
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Dani B is an Augusta, GA native. She is widely known for her statuses and goddess like body which has been on display in music videos, on magazine pages and more. Dani is definitely a wearer of many hats. She is a music/business promoter, video vixen, photographer, and model. She is also known by her self give title “Ur Fav Pawg which means Pretty Ass White Girl. She has worked with artists and entertainers like Kola Lots, Karma Kassanova, and many more. Dani B Da Promoter is definitely the hardest working chick in the Little A. Which is why it is no wonder she was named Model of the Year at this year's Southern Plug Music Awards which was held in her hometown of Augusta!
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TAEMONAE Host Model Video-Vixen Influencer Age: 27 Hometown Charleston, SC Current City Houston, TX Height 5”3’ Bust 34 Waist 29 Hips 42 Tae Monaè Tae__Monae (803) 530-0064
B.Me aka “The Diamond Diva” THE animated entertainer. Carolina’s hottest rising artist & creative songwriter You won’t get bored here. I promise. Subscribe to her content and prepare to be amazed. Her favorite quote is "Decisions determine your destiny. Not circumstances!”
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By: Darren Southern Plug Brown
On SundayApril 16, 2023 Columbia, SC based Southern Plug Magazine presented the 4thAnnual Southern Plug MusicAwards inAugusta, GAat Ikonz Event Center!ASouthern based music festival founded and produced annually by Fairfield County native, Darren James-Brown Sr. James-Brown said " I am really pleased with the turnout and the evolution of our award show.To go from a small show honoring mostly SC entertainers to a brand that connects with Southern artists across the map is so surreal and humbling."The award show weekend featured a host major and independent artists such as Comic View legend Doo Doo Brown, Pretti Emage andYungTruez from Florida and many more. 35+ winners were crowned and over 25 plus special guests were honored by Southern Plug and Da N'dustry Plug Magazines. For More info related to the Southern Plug Movement or upcoming events follow us @southernplugmag or visit us on the www at www southernplugworld.site.
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Q. Hey everyone it’s ya boy Darren Southern Plug Brown, here with a mega Southern Plug Exclusive. Introducing to some,(artist's name). So, tell our readers that may not be familiar with you or your work just who you are and what it is that you do exactly.
A. I am Ms. Crystal. I am an artist from Augusta, GA. I express my creativity in several different ways, pageantry, middle eastern dance, and music.
Q. So, what inspired you to start your journey as a poet and entertainer?
A. My parents, our history, and our environment..
Q.. How and when did you coin your stage name and how do you feel that title fits you?
A. Ms. Crystal is name given to by my community in my profession of social services. I thought it was a bit country. Then, a once co-worker from New York called Ms. Crystal. So I just used. My parents didn't allow us to have nicknames. All that alter ego names and just didn't work for me. I experienced things as Crystal. I write about them as Crystal.
Q. Do you have any upcoming projects or announcements to make?
A. My plan to compete in the National Imperial Miss State Pageant in the fall. I am going to compete in 2hotradio Who want to Make it in June. My 50th birthday is coming up on January 2, 2024. I have decided if I am going to release something new or not at the moment.
Q. What would you say is the quote on quote secret recipe for your success?
A. LIVE OUT LOUD
Q. What was your favorite part about what you do?
A. Telling my story and people are actually listening.
Q. What's next for you? Any new ventures you want to spill the tea on?
A. Hopefully, Love. Finding someone to experience this journey with..
Q. Is there something in specific that you want people to know about you or your art?
A. My art tells a story. A lot of people haven't heard me do an entire set. When I am a feature, I pick single that tell a story about a particular time in my life or event.
Q. What advice would you give those wanting to start their journey in your field?
A. It is okay to have more than one dream.
Q. Who would you say is your biggest inspiration and why?
A. My parents. They are more open minded than a lot of people know. They introduced to so many different genres of music.
Q. Ok we do this every interview! What creatives would you absolutely die to work with?
A. I would say Rod Stewart, Bruce Hornsby and the Rain, and Ashanti.
Q. Tell our readers how they can book you and connect with you on the world wide web and on the socials.
A. Go to my website www.mscrystals.com or ms.crystal@gmx.us.
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Breakout Artist of the Year-King George
Group of the Year-RFN
Female Artist of the Year-B. Me
Male Artist of the Year-Dick James
LGBTQ+ Artist of the Year-Dean Alsetto
Underrated Artist of the Year-Meek Bandz
Single of the Year-Another Lick (remix)- Kuzco Da Foo - Ft. Blacc Zacc
Collaboration of the Year-Another Lick (remix)- Kuzco Da Foo - Ft. Blacc Zacc
Album/Mixtape of the Year- Heavy Motion - PG Ra
Music Video of the Year-Not Augusta - Stuckup Kala ft Jaida Jaii
Male Hip Hop Artist of the Year-Dooley Da Don
Female Hip Hop Artist of the Year-Jujufrmdabando
Male R&B Artist of the Year-Justin Demond
Female R&B Artist of the Year-Ms. Trill
Gospel Artist of the Year-John Lakin
Southern Soul/Blues Artist of the Year-Juston Kase
Female Southern Soul/Blues Artist of the Year-Mizz CoCo
DJ of the Year-DJ Surplus
Female DJ of The Year-DJ Rozay Red
Underrated DJ of the Year-DJ Carolina X Radio DJ of the Year-DJ Krytonite
Club DJ of the Year-DJ PrettyboyMel
Video Director of the Year-The Directorz
Producer of the Year-I Mix Nation
Promoter of the Year-The Formula
Record Label of the Year-V12 Da Label
Recording Studio of the Year-BottomLine Studios
Podcast/Blog of the Year-Be100 Radio SC
Host of the Year-DMR
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Model/Modeling Agency of the Year-Danni B Da Promoter
Southern Girl of the Year-Tae Monae
Photographer of the Year-Oree Photoink
Graphic Designer of the Year-Daneja Graphix
Indy Film/Series of the Year-Set It Off Atlanta
Fashion Designer/Label of the Year-Nasty Dealers USA
ICON AWARD PAUL DAVIS
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“PRETTI EMAGE ROCKSTHE SOUTHERN PLUGMUSIC AWARDS STAGE”
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Q. Hey everyone it’s ya boy Darren Southern Plug Brown, here with a mega Southern Plug Exclusive. Introducing to some, Pretti Emage. So, tell our readers that may not be familiar with you or your work just who you are and what it is that you do exactly.
A.I go by Pretti Emage I am from the Tampa Bay area. I am a female R&B and Rap artist. I've been doing music for about 6 or 7 years now I started back in 2016. Not only am I a artist but I also do Acting and Modeling.
Q. So, what inspired you to start your journey entertainment?
A. What started me on my journey of music was my pops aka my manager. He was a rapper and would sometimes bring me and my siblings to the studio with him and we will sing on some of his tracks. My whole life I've been around music and I grew a major love for it.
Q. How and when did you coin your stage name and how do you feel that title fits you?
A. My Manager came up with the name Pretti Emage back when I was in a Duo with my sister. We chose the name Pretti Emage because it was spelled unique and different. It fits me because I am beautiful and always keep a pretty image.
Q. Do you have any upcoming projects or announcements to make?
A.I have a huge show coming up March 25th in Orlando. Get your tickets at musicfestorlando.com. I will be performing along side major artist such as Fantasia, Babyface, Plies etc. Also continue to stream my album "Sincerely BabyGirl" and my single "First Place".
Q. Do you have any upcoming projects or announcements to make?
A. I have a huge show coming up March 25th in Orlando. Get your tickets at musicfestorlando.com. I will be performing along side major artist such as Fantasia, Babyface, Plies etc. Also continue to stream my album "Sincerely BabyGirl" and my single "First Place".
Q. What would you say is the quote on quote secret recipe for your success?
A. I would say always being consistent and interacting with your fans. You never want your fans to feel like your stuck up. Also always remain humble.
Q. What was your favorite part about what you do?
A. My favorite part has to be making the music and going to the studio. It really shows me how creative and talented I am.
Q. What's next for you? Any new ventures you want to spill the tea on?
A. I have my shoes that just recently dropped called "Davachi Soul" you can find those on my website prettiemage.com.
Q. Is there something in specific that you want people to know about you or your art?
A. My music is a mixture of Rap and R&B so not only do I rap I sing as well. My music is different and relatable to my audience.
Q. What advice would you give those wanting to start their journey in your field?
A. I would say to always remain yourself and stay true to yourself. You want to be different and authentic and stand out from others. Keep going and keep pushing and stay on social media because you don't know who's watching.
Q. Who would you say is your biggest inspiration and why?
A. I would say my father because he showed me the rap game.
Q. Ok we do this every interview! What creatives would you absolutely die to work with?
A. I would love to work with Gorilla, Big Latto, and Toosii.
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