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Big Poppa
"Big Poppa" is a song by American rapper The Notorious B.I.G. It was released as the second single from his first studio album '' Ready to Die''. It features a sample of the song, " Between the Sheets" written by The Isley Brothers. "Big Poppa" was nominated for Best Rap Solo Performance at the 1996 Grammy Awards. It also went on to win at the ''Billboard'' Music Awards. The single was certified platinum by the RIAA and sold over 1,000,000 copies domestically. There was an official remix released in 1995 featuring Jermaine Dupri, called "Big Poppa (So So Def Remix)" which has similar lyrics, with Dupri replacing Puff Daddy, and Biggie providing a new third verse. This remix appeared as a single. Background and content The title is based on one of The Notorious B.I.G.'s many nicknames. The line, "I love it when you call me Big Poppa" is sampled from his first ever released material, a verse from the "Bad Boy Extended Remix" version of the Super Cat song, "Dolly My Baby" rele ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Notorious B
''The'' () is a grammatical article in English, denoting persons or things already mentioned, under discussion, implied or otherwise presumed familiar to listeners, readers, or speakers. It is the definite article in English. ''The'' is the most frequently used word in the English language; studies and analyses of texts have found it to account for seven percent of all printed English-language words. It is derived from gendered articles in Old English which combined in Middle English and now has a single form used with pronouns of any gender. The word can be used with both singular and plural nouns, and with a noun that starts with any letter. This is different from many other languages, which have different forms of the definite article for different genders or numbers. Pronunciation In most dialects, "the" is pronounced as (with the voiced dental fricative followed by a schwa) when followed by a consonant sound, and as (homophone of pronoun '' thee'') when followed by a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Billboard Music Award
The ''Billboard'' Music Awards are honors given out annually by ''Billboard'', a publication covering the music business and a music popularity chart. The ''Billboard'' Music Awards show has been held annually since 1990, with the exception of the years 2007 through 2010. The event was formerly staged in December but since returning in 2011, it has been held in May. Awards process Unlike other awards, such as the Grammy Award, which determine nominations as a result of the highest votes received by the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences, the ''Billboard'' Music Awards finalists are based on album and digital songs sales, streaming, radio airplay, touring, and social engagement. These measurements are tracked year-round by ''Billboard'' and its data partners, including MRC Data and Next Big Sound. The 2018 awards were based on the reporting period of April 8, 2017 through March 31, 2018. Awards are given for the top album, artist and single in a number of different mu ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Having Sex
Sexual intercourse (or coitus or copulation) is a sexual activity typically involving the insertion and Pelvic thrust, thrusting of the penis into the vagina for Sexual stimulation, sexual pleasure or sexual reproduction, reproduction.Sexual intercourse most commonly means penile–vaginal penetration for sexual pleasure or sexual reproduction; dictionary sources state that it especially means this, and scholarly sources over the years agree. See, for example; * * * * * * * * * This is also known as vaginal intercourse or vaginal sex. Other forms of sexual penetration, penetrative sexual intercourse include anal sex (penetration of the anus by the penis), oral sex (penetration of the mouth by the penis or oral penetration of the female Sex organ, genitalia), Fingering (sexual act), fingering (sexual penetration by the fingers) and penetration by use of a dildo (especially a strap-on dildo). These activities involve physical intimacy between two or more individuals and are usual ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Norbit
In electronics, the NORBIT family of modules is a very early form (since 1960) of digital logic developed by Philips (and also provided through and Mullard) that uses modules containing discrete components to build logic function blocks in resistor–transistor logic (RTL) or diode–transistor logic (DTL) technology. Overview The system was originally conceived as building blocks for solid-state hard-wired programmed logic controllers (the predecessors of programmable logic controllers (PLC)) to replace electro-mechanical relay logic in industrial control systems for process control and automation applications, similar to early Telefunken/ AEG Logistat, Siemens Simatic, BBC Sigmatronic, ACEC Logacec or Estacord systems. Each available logical function was recognizable by the color of its plastic container, black, blue, red, green, violet, etc. The most important circuit block contained a NOR gate (hence the name), but there were also blocks containing drivers, a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Superbad (film)
''Superbad'' is a 2007 American coming-of-age teen buddy comedy film directed by Greg Mottola and produced by Judd Apatow. The film stars Jonah Hill and Michael Cera as Seth and Evan, two teenagers about to graduate from high school. Before graduating, the boys want to party and lose their virginity, but their plan proves harder than expected. Written by Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg, the script began development when they were 13 years old, and was loosely based on their experience in Grade 12 at Point Grey Secondary School in Vancouver during the 1990s. The main characters have the same given names as the two writers. Rogen was also initially intended to play Seth, but due to age and physical size this was changed, and Hill went on to portray Seth, while Rogen portrayed the irresponsible Officer Michaels, opposite ''Saturday Night Live'' star Bill Hader as Officer Slater. ''Superbad'' premiered at Grauman's Chinese Theatre on August 13, 2007. Upon release, the film received po ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Madea Goes To Jail
''Madea Goes to Jail'' is a 2009 American comedy-drama film written and directed by Tyler Perry, which was based on his 2006 play, and starring Perry, Derek Luke, Keshia Knight Pulliam, Ion Overman, RonReaco Lee, Sofía Vergara, Vanessa Ferlito, and Viola Davis. The film tells the story of Madea going to prison for her uncontrollable anger management problems as she befriends a young incarcerated prostitute that an assistant district attorney knows since college. The film was released on February 20, 2009. It is the fourth film in the ''Madea'' cinematic universe as it follows up from the cameo appearance of Madea in the previous film '' Meet the Browns'' and it features Cora and Mr. Brown from that film. ''Madea Goes to Jail'' received negative reviews from critics, but was a box office success, grossing $90.5 million worldwide against a $17.5 million budget. Plot After a high-speed freeway police chase (seen in '' Meet the Browns'') results in Madea (Tyler Perry) being p ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Notorious (2009 Film)
''Notorious'' is a 2009 American biographical drama film about the Brooklyn-based hip-hop artist Christopher "The Notorious B.I.G / Biggie Smalls" Wallace, directed by George Tillman Jr. and written by Reggie Rock Bythewood and Cheo Hodari Coker. It stars Jamal Woolard as Wallace, alongside Angela Bassett, Derek Luke, and Anthony Mackie in supporting roles. Biggie's mother, Voletta Wallace, served as producer on the film, alongside his former managers, Wayne Barrow and Mark Pitts. ''Notorious'' dramatizes key events in Biggie's life: his criminal lifestyle, his arrest and release from prison, his relationships with Sean Combs, Tupac Shakur, Lil' Kim and Faith Evans, his involvement in the East Coast–West Coast hip hop rivalry and his drive-by-shooting murder on March 9. 1997. Distributed by Fox Searchlight Pictures, ''Notorious'' was released in the United States on January 16, 2009. The film received mixed reviews from critics and grossed $44.4 million on a $20 millio ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Hardball (film)
''Hardball'' is a 2001 American sports drama /comedy film directed by Brian Robbins and starring Keanu Reeves in the main role, Diane Lane and D. B. Sweeney. The screenplay by John Gatins is based on the book ''Hardball: A Season in the Projects'' by Daniel Coyle. The original music score is composed by Mark Isham. The film was released on September 14, 2001, topping the box office the weekend after the September 11 attacks. Plot Conor O'Neill is a gambler who secretly bets $6,000 on his dead father's account and is now severely in debt with two bookies. In order to repay the debts, he is told by a corporate friend that he must coach a baseball team of troubled African-American fifth grade kids from Chicago's ABLA housing projects in exchange for $500 each week, for ten weeks. Worried only about getting his $500 check, Conor shows up at the baseball field to a rag tag bunch of trash-talking, street-wise, inner city kids who live in the projects. Some of the players include: Andre ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Craig Mack
Craig Jamieson Mack (May 10, 1971 – March 12, 2018) was an American rapper and record producer, and was famous during his tenure under Bad Boy Records. Early life and career Craig Jamieson Mack was born in The Bronx, New York, and raised on Long Island. He began rapping as a teenager under the name MC EZ. His first single, "Get Retarded", was released in 1988 via Fresh Records. The single was backed with and credited as MC EZ & Troup. Mack became friends with fellow Long Island hip hop act EPMD and eventually went on tour with the duo, doing jobs as a roadie. After a few years without forward movement in his recording career and EPMD's breakup, Mack took advantage of an opportunity that Alvin Toney made possible for him to rap for Sean Combs. Mack then secured a record deal with Combs's newly founded label, Bad Boy Records. Mack is best known for his 1994 hit single " Flava in Ya Ear", which was released under his real name. The remix of the single was the breakout appear ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Dolly My Baby
"Dolly My Baby" is the title of a reggae/ hip-hop song performed by Jamaican reggae/dancehall recording artist Super Cat released as a single in early 1993 (see 1993 in music). The original version of the song is featured on Super Cat's album ''Don Dada'' (1992). The song was a major success for Super Cat, reaching number 64 on the R&B singles chart and number 21 on both the rap and dance charts. Background The original version of the song appears on Super Cat's album ''Don Dada'', written and produced by fellow reggae artist Trevor Sparks, who provides a chorus as well as backing vocals and ad-libs to the song. Remix versions The song's original version appears on Super Cat's album ''Don Dada'', where Trevor Sparks, who co-wrote the song, also performs its chorus and backing vocals. There are two official remix versions to the song. The first remix version, entitled "Dolly My Baby (Hip Hop Mix)", features backing vocals by Mary J. Blige, and contains a sample of Herbie Hancock ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Super Cat
William Anthony Maragh (born 25 June 1963),Huey, Steve " Super Cat Biography, Allmusic, retrieved 18 July 2010 also known as Super Cat, is a Jamaican deejay who achieved widespread popularity during the late 1980s and early 1990s dancehall movement. His nickname, "Wild Apache", was given to him by his mentor Early B. Super Cat is considered one of the greatest deejays in the history of the Jamaican dancehall scene. Biography Born to an Afro-Jamaican mother and Indo-Jamaican father,Barrow, Steve & Dalton, Peter (2004) ''The Rough Guide to Reggae'', Rough Guides, , p. 286 Super Cat was raised in Kingston's tough Seivright Gardens neighbourhood, then known as Cockburn Pen, home to ground-breaking deejays like Prince Jazzbo and U-Roy. At the age of seven the Soul Imperial sound system allowed him to assist them at a local club called Bamboo Lawn. He auditioned for Joe Gibbs as a singer but was unsuccessful. He began appearing as a deejay under the name Cat-A-Rock, but soon switch ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jermaine Dupri
Jermaine Dupri Mauldin (born September 23, 1972) is an American rapper, songwriter, record producer, record executive, entrepreneur, and DJ. Early life Jermaine Dupri Mauldin was born on September 23, 1972, the son of Tina (Mosley) and Michael Mauldin, a Columbia Records executive. Dupri's promising musical career began before he was even 10 years old. His father, also an Atlanta talent manager, had coordinated a Diana Ross show in 1982; to the delight of concert-goers, Dupri managed to get on-stage and dance along with Ross. Dupri got his start as a dancer for the hip hop group Whodini when he was twelve. He made an appearance in their music video for the song "Freaks Come Out at Night". He began performing around the country, appearing with Herbie Hancock and Cameo before he opened the New York Fresh Festival, with Run-D.M.C., Whodini, and Grandmaster Flash. Career 1992–1996: Early career and breakthrough In 1990, he produced his first act, the female hip hop trio Silk Ty ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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