For Song Of The Day [SOTD] I chose Frank Ocean’s “Read The Stars”. It’s one of my all time favorite songs by him, and I probably listen to it almost everyday as a source of inspiration and motivation. Read The Stars is about Frank being underestimated and judged by his teachers. But he’s basically telling them “what do you know? You can’t read the future.”  I’m sure some of us have been in a similar situation, whether it be teachers, parents, friends, family….. whoever. Growing up, I felt like MANY people underestimated me and felt that I wasn’t capable of achieving everything that I have. Even to this day, people who are suppose to be supportive and important to us continue to underestimate our future and try to talk us out of our goals. Who are they to tell YOU what lies ahead of your future? They can’t predict that. Frank said “Just tell me how you’re much better than me now. You tore me down until there was nothing left. Look at me, look at me, look at me, look at me… I’m still standing.” That’s right! Where’s there diploma for being able to read the stars? Give it a listen & download

Frank Ocean – Read The Stars [Download]

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One of my favorite new artists on the scene, Miss Elle Varner, is out with her latest mixtape “Conversational Lush”. While I was at work yesterday, I heard her talking about it on the radio. I was so excited to hear that she was dropping some new music. I love Elle! Ever since I heard her single “Only Want To Give It To You” featuring J. Cole, I’ve been obsessed. I found myself disappointed in myself for realizing that I missed a chance to see her perform live on Sunday (darn!) in San Francisco. It’s okay, there’s always next time ! Anywho, back to the mixtape…….. I love it. Composed of 10 beautiful songs and 3 interludes and outros….. what more could you ask for? This is definitely a mixtape that I will be playing over and over. I’ve listened to it about 3 times so far this evening. Her voice is amazing, lyrics are relatable, and it’s just something you can FEEL & vibe to! Here are a few of my favorites off the mixtape…

Elle Varner – WTF

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Elle Varner – Ghosts

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Elle Varner – 32 Flavors

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You can download Conversational Lush here!

Be sure to check out more from Elle Varner by visiting her website.

I heard this on some other song (i forgot), and I used my shazam app on my blackberry and found this. I absolutely LOVE Niki and the Dove. This song is so retro tribal, futuristically infused.. gah! lol. Get into it..

You can check out their facebook for more songs, and FREE downloads.
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Congrats to Beyonce and Jay-Z on their new addition to the family. Jay-Z just released a song dedicated to their new daughter, Blue Ivy Carter. This song is adorable! The end has a little part of the baby crying. <3

Jay-Z (feat. B.I.C.) – Glory [Download]

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The official video for ‘Strip’ just came out. I love it. Well I can’t say much for the actual video because I was focused on Chris Brown. He looks AMAZING in this video. K-Mac looked great as well. I really like the song though. Watch and enjoy, dolls ♥

I don’t know much about this person/group (Made In Heights) but it’s kind of like Folk/Pop/Rap fusion. I Love it. Take a listen and let me know what you think!!!

p.s. my good friend Lola turned me on to this!