The 2005 VMA Thread - Page 5

Dreammms · #61 08-29-2005, 12:01 AM

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Originally Posted by SapphireSister

Just saw your comment. It's really a disgrace for them to air that trash with guns being waved. I mean come on people! Use common sense. There are thousands of kids watching who are going to think that's cool. I'm really pissed about this!

Yeah, it honestly made me feel nauses. It's bad enough VH1 had to air his 30 minute so called music video.

SapphireSister · #62 08-29-2005, 12:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Dreammms

Yeah, it honestly made me feel nauses. It's bad enough VH1 had to air his 30 minute so called music video.

A thirty minute version! My gosh I'd rather be tied up and beaten then be forced to watch that!

It's funny they bann stuff like Vanessa's White Houses video and then show this R. Kelly bullshi*t.

Brwn_eyes0511 · #63 08-29-2005, 12:11 AM

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Originally Posted by SapphireSister

A thirty minute version! My gosh I'd rather be tied up and beaten then be forced to watch that!

It's funny they bann stuff like Vanessa's White Houses video and then show this R. Kelly bullshi*t.

Why was Vanessa's video bann?

Dreammms · #64 08-29-2005, 12:12 AM

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Originally Posted by SapphireSister

A thirty minute version! My gosh I'd rather be tied up and beaten then be forced to watch that!

It's funny they bann stuff like Vanessa's White Houses video and then show this R. Kelly bullshi*t.

It's all for ratings. Even when he was in jail for having sex with those underage girls on that video MTV and VH1 had to report about it every hour. There was also a thirty minute news special on it. Very sicking.

Here is some crap....

Trapped In the Closet
From Bill Lamb,
Your Guide to Top 40 / Pop.

R. Kelly's 5-part mini soap opera

In June 2005, R. Kelly released to radio the first audio sections, or songs, of his 16 minute 5-part mini soap opera. The songs became r&b hits and generated even more interest as accompanying video became available. With the release of R. Kelly's latest album TP.3 Reloaded, a bonus DVD is included of all 5 video segments. As TP.3 Reloaded registered sales of almost 500,000 copies in its first week, "Trapped In the Closet" has experienced a resurgence in popularity...and discussion about its content.

"Trapped In the Closet" parts 1-5 may be among the most unconventional hit songs ever. Each part of the saga is a dramatically performed reading of the story over a minimal pulsing musical background. R. Kelly himself portrays all of the characters.

Controversy has erupted centered around the content of "Trapped In the Closet." The story details a tangled web of extramarital sexual relations. Along the way closet homosexuality, gun violence, moral standing of clergy, judgement of others in relationships, and violation of personal property are just a few of the issues that make an appearance. Some individuals have expressed concern over the frank sexuality discussed in the story while others are concerned about the negative image of the clergy promoted by the song suite.

Aside from the controversy and attention, is "Trapped In the Closet" art? Despite his sordid history and current indictment on child pornography charges, R. Kelly is clearly among the most gifted songwriters and performers currently recording. It's nearly impossible to avoid being pulled into the story with a carefully constructed cliffhanger at the end of each chapter. Like some of the best soap operas, "Trapped In the Closet" also provokes laughter at the near absurdity of the tangled web portrayed. Finally, the issues touched on by the 5-part suite are serious indeed and the drama is likely to provoke needed discussion. Despite any personal opinions about R. Kelly, it must be conceded that "Trapped In the Closet" is likely to stand as a popular music landmark.

The best way to experience R. Kelly's dramatic creation is to view the videos back to back. They are available, as mentioned above, on a bonus DVD with purchase of the album TP.3 Reloaded. Alternatively, they can be watched at R. Kelly's official web site. The complete story line of "Trapped In the Closet," including plot spoilers is available at Wikipedia.

Wild_Heart03 · #65 08-29-2005, 12:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Brwn_eyes0511

Why was Vanessa's video bann?

I'd like to echo this one, I've seen that video... there was nothing remotely wrong with it.

SapphireSister · #66 08-29-2005, 12:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Wild_Heart03

I'd like to echo this one, I've seen that video... there was nothing remotely wrong with it.

She kept saying on the tour that something she did was banned by MTV. I just found this:
http://www.epinions.com/content_161379487364

Wild_Heart03 · #67 08-29-2005, 12:33 AM

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Originally Posted by SapphireSister

She kept saying on the tour that something she did was banned by MTV. I just found this:
http://www.epinions.com/content_161379487364

Hmm... that's rather odd. I knew about the allusions to losing your virginity, but surely that can't be reason to ban the video. MTV's shown much worse.(Christina Aguilera's "Dirrty" comes to mind.... *shuddder* )

SapphireSister · #68 08-29-2005, 12:38 AM

I REALLY want to slap Eva Longoria for wearing a freakin bathing suit on stage. That was just ridiculous. And now Mariah Carey is performing. Barf a roo!!

SapphireSister · #69 08-29-2005, 12:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Dreammms

"The best way to experience R. Kelly's dramatic creation is to view the videos back to back. They are available, as mentioned above, on a bonus DVD with purchase of the album TP.3 Reloaded. Alternatively, they can be watched at R. Kelly's official web site. The complete story line of "Trapped In the Closet," including plot spoilers is available at Wikipedia."

Hell nooooo. I was hoping this was just a bad joke. Just goes to show people will buy/support anything their favorite celebrity does. I do respect the fact that it is art but back to my original point of MTV having the gaul to show R. Kelly waving a gun on tonight's awards is unforgivable.

Brwn_eyes0511 · #70 08-29-2005, 02:29 AM

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Originally Posted by SapphireSister

I REALLY want to slap Eva Longoria for wearing a freakin bathing suit on stage. That was just ridiculous. And now Mariah Carey is performing. Barf a roo!!

I also hated what Eva Longoria was wearing...she is better than that.

But I loved Mariah...haha...thought she was GREAT!

Miss Vicky · #71 08-29-2005, 07:19 AM

After reading this thread, I'm very much relieved that I stuck with my boycott of all entertainment awards shows. Just out of curiosity, why do you people watch this crap?

I mean, you know it's going to be bloody awful and even if there is a performer you like, you have to suffer through god-only-knows how much BS just to hear one song. It's just not worth it.

I think you all may have some masochistic tendencies to work through.

Oh... and to whomever it was that was complaining about how tasteless the show (and Diddy specifically) was, were you really expecting otherwise? This is MTV we're talking about.

Get real.

Mari · #72 08-29-2005, 07:31 AM

Talking about masochims, but completely off-topic otherwisely, I watched the first episode of the new Dutch Big Brother series. The entire episode.
Please excuse me while I strangle myself with the antenna cord.
I'm fed up with Dutch tv! I hardly watch it anymore. I'd rather watch some sheep chasing each other on a Scottish hillside ... (dreams on about passed holiday...)

shackin'up · #73 08-29-2005, 09:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Mari

Talking about masochims, but completely off-topic otherwisely, I watched the first episode of the new Dutch Big Brother series. The entire episode.
Please excuse me while I strangle myself with the antenna cord.
I'm fed up with Dutch tv! I hardly watch it anymore. I'd rather watch some sheep chasing each other on a Scottish hillside ... (dreams on about passed holiday...)

it's your own fault. just don't screw yourself and neglect talpa.

Mari · #74 08-29-2005, 09:29 AM

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Originally Posted by shackin'up

it's your own fault. just don't screw yourself and neglect talpa.

I was with friends! Could hardly walk away from them, could I? hum.. uh..
I do neglect Talpa, it is not hard to do. Apart from those masochist tendencies now and then.. Have you seen "Thuis"? Now there's cruelty!

shackin'up · #75 08-29-2005, 09:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Mari

I was with friends! Could hardly walk away from them, could I? hum.. uh..
I do neglect Talpa, it is not hard to do. Apart from those masochist tendencies now and then.. Have you seen "Thuis"? Now there's cruelty!

Nothing compared to Gordon and Joling. Although I'd love to see Kees Prins and Michiel Romeijn do an impersonation of that couple........