BY: GURU JAY
Long before rap and hip-hop, Diana Ross and the Supremes sang rhythm and blues (R&B). Mya and Ashanti dominated R&B when I was younger. And they’re still kicking it tonight like Xscape.
There’s no doubt in mind that Motown’s beat influenced Mya’s sound. Independent since 2008, Planet 9 founder Miss Mya is building her throne one golden brick at a time. I want Mya to reach the level, where she’s producing other music artists.
Is Mya’s brand durable? Let me say she’s in good company. Like Mya, billionaire Mark Cuban competed on Dancing with the Stars along with multi-millionaires Floyd “Money” Mayweather and Mario “Slater” Lopez.
Mya’s sweet and gentle voice soothes the pain. She keeps up a Paula Abdul type/ good girl image. But, is she really a bad girl like Rihanna?
What are your favorite Mya songs and albums?
I thoroughly enjoy Ridin’ from Liberation. What is more, Mya is a fine actress and versatile entertainer. Did you know she was a highly trained tap dancer?
Everyone will always remember Ashanti for her collaboration with Ja Rule. Nowadays, chemistry and entertainment don’t mix. Ashanti and Ja Rule should reunite for music’s and Pete’s sake.
Ashanti holds the record for fastest selling
debut album. Overwhelmingly, 2002 belonged to Ashanti musically. Ashanti’s Foolish video featured none other than Empire’s Terrence Howard.
I admire Ashanti for following her dreams. If she started her career today, she would be bigger than Jupiter. Skillfully, Ashanti is tremendously gifted in the dramatic arts. Moreover, the entertainer’s vocal abilities are perfect for Broadway.
In Rain on Me, Larenz Tate plays Ashanti’s cheating husband. Clearly, the rain symbolizes the fogginess of marriage and relationships. Her performance conveys a range of feelings and emotions.
Mya and Ashanti were ahead of their time, while Beyoncé and Alicia Keys had perfect timing. Still, Mya and Ashanti climbed to the top of the charts. Let’s remember when Mya and Ashanti ruled supreme.
I am Guru Jay launching off into orbit in 5-4-3-2-1!