Whats on your WISHLIST

Jay Z College Course

It was brought to my attention that a very well known and expensive college, Georgetown, is having a sociology course based on Jay Z. I knew immediately that this was something most people would probably frowned upon, hence the news story for it, but that's only because those people don't get it.


Many are worried since rap and hip hop has such a reputation for putting down women and being materialistic. However, Professor Dyson spins it saying that Jay Z always backs this up with where he comes from along with how it has shaped him to be the man he is today. Firstly, consider where Mr. Carter comes from compared to where he is now. A sociology course featuring him is perfect. Jay Z almost always uses his past experiences and street smarts as the foundation for just about every one of his songs. In just one song, he can cover racial profiling, politics, economics, pride in his home, and different types of relationships with ease. SOCIOLOGY. 


I don't care how close minded you are about the idea of a college course based on a rapper, I believe that it's a wonderful accomplishment for Jay Z. Too often people look down on rap, calling it violent or disrespectful. Yes, they'd be right to feel all those ways... I don't disagree at all. However, take a second to give credit to where its coming from. Rap is REAL. Real experiences, real life, real violence, real disrespect. So to recognize this in a college environment is a huge step in becoming more open minded and actually learning about things bigger than the only life you may know. As one of the students of his class said, college is about thinking outside the box. Not to mention the late Steve Jobs stated in his advice on becoming successful in whatever business you choose to pursue, is that it is important to learn about different things. Again, think outside the box and broaden your horizons.


I cant say it enough Music IS Therapy. Perhaps if we all took a second to LISTEN to what the rapper (or any artist for that matter) is saying, than maybe there would somehow be less corruption in society. Then again that would probably mean people would act like the had hearts, and we all know understanding the ghetto is blasphemy to the upper class...YEAH I SAID IT

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Behind the UC Lounge Performance

Recently I had the pleasure of performing at UC Lounge after not being on stage for over 6 months. It was an experience.

Basically I went into that performance with a "rehearsal" state of mind. Why? Because I want to get better. My live performances are important to me, therefore I wish for them to improve every time, so when I say "rehearsal" don't think a half ass show. Rehearsal is how everyone prepares for the next. So yes, I practice my shows before hand but the actual performance for me is a live dress rehearsal for you to see and decide if you'll be interested in the next show.

Ustream clips of Mandii's Performance!!

Regardless of how many people are in the audience, I aim for interaction and building some sort of relationship with who ever is there. I wish to introduce myself and get to know the strangers, and strengthen the relationship I have with those who have attended past shows.

Loosening up

I try!! The beginning of every show is intimidating whether there's one person in the audience or 200..it doesn't matter...I'm nervous. However, I do manage to loosen up enough to get lost in it, which is what I aim for.

Ever sing in the shower, or while you're cleaning like it nothing because you know no ones listening? Thats how I want to be on stage. Its a hard adjustment but its possible.

Acting it out

Overall I was very happy with my performance and proud of myself. I put a lot of thought into how I want to be perceived on stage as well as what I want to say and what I want you to think when you leave...I think I accomplished what I rehearsed. This isn't the last you'll be seeing of Miss Mandii Madison because there will definitely be more performances and they will be better than the last. Why? Because the last one was just practice for the performances I have on tour or at the Grammy's ;) So don't miss my shit!! xoxoxoxo

MANDII ON TAKE CARE ALBUM

Its no secret Drake's newest album "Take Care" recently leaked and dropped. Surprisingly enough, he's giving other rappers a run for their money...yet again. He uses such a unique sound both with music and flow, then goes so far as to tell more stories using past and present experiences. This adds a closeness to his already deep relationship with his fans. More than once I heard the usage of old school songs mixed in the background which creates more depth to the message he intends to send. A message! Very rarely do we hear good songs with great messages. Most of the songs that take over are the ones that talk about sex, money, wishing you had money, wishing you had bitches and just all around wilding out. So yes Drake is sometimes a nice breath of fresh air.




On to the next topic...His voice!! I know it can't possibly be just me, but I swear both his rap and singing voice are sexy as hell. I can just picture myself in front of him just watching him talk and feeling like with just that alone my night as been fulfilled. Over the top? Yes, but who cares because ladies you know damn well its true.




Now obviously I have to comment on the song he did with MS RI RI, "Take Care"...You  know Im a tough Rihanna critic BUT, she sounded pretty good in this song. They mix very well together, though I was a bit surprised to hear its house beat, but over all very well done. 




Best believe when I want to hear some songs that'll make me think and appreciate words, I will be turning on that Drake ish.
When Im lit and want to bump, this ALBUM is that type.

EXTREMELY EXCITED ABOUT THID UPCOMING SHOW I HOPE YOU ARE TOO! ^_~

Superwoman

PART ONE

Where do I come from? I come from struggle and appreciation. A life harder then some, but better then most because no matter what I have always somehow stayed blessed. My memory takes me back to a place i called the mouse house. Self explanatory, that house scared the shit outta me lol I was like idk 3 yrs old, and I can remember going to pee with my legs up for fear that a mouse would run across my feet. No good. Fast forward to after my parents broke up when my newly single mom found a nice place in park slope..my 1st home..that was a place I grew up. St Marks between 4th and 5th was where I spent my elementary school years and was where we had our first house fire.

 

Somehow the back of the stove burst into flames and while my mother attempted to calm the flames, I tried to dial 911 and failed...I was 9 and terrified, sue me...thankfully my brother was in preschool at the time so my mom only had to worry about getting me out of the house..the flames grew closer to the front door and melted the ceiling, I therefore refused to leave that way. We ran to the front of the house and climbed out the window. Our home was completely destroyed and we had to find a place to live again until the apt was renovated...

Then one day the building was sold to new landlords who wanted to transform our apt into something better and that we could not keep because it would be way too expensive. We were bought out. My aunt and uncle offered to let us stay with them, and my mom reluctantly excepted the offer..she had a little bit of money to help with bills while she looked for another job, since she was laid off. So I began junior high in a new temp home in crown heights on rogers ave..things were cool since we got along with these people, but as time went on I noticed alot more arguing between my mom, my aunt and uncle. Example; My aunt would tell my uncle that she didnt give her money for a certain bill when she actually did, which obviously caused problems. Even I started to feel a cold shoulder from my aunt and older cousin.

 

One night they had a arguement so intense, I refused to leave the room and I kept my brother and sister with me. I remember my mother storming in and crying. She said she wanted to leave at least for the night but they threatened to call ACS if she left with us at that time of night...which I still can't understand...by my 8th grade year we left their house and moved in with my grandparents on 17th street.. again Park Slope..it was a two bedroom apt shared by 6 people and a dog. Needless to say we didnt stay long. My mother found a new job and in the meantime we moved into a family shelter in Bed Stuy. I spent the remainder of my JHS year there..

 

By the time I finished JHS we found a place of our own in Ridgewood, Queens...my 2nd home...a few blocks from bushwick, on madison and seneca ave was where I spent my high school years, but the moving wasnt over. Once I graduated my mom wanted to try out Jersey and I didnt want to go so I decided to live with my dad in Bensonhurst, BK.

Somehow both my parents ended up having to move to staten island but I went with my mom to her place because it was closer to my job and my school. The landlord was a straight asshole though. We couldnt prove it but he had someone break in and kept half the apt freezing. So we stopped paying rent and she saved to leave. She found another place but 2 weeks before we were scheduled to move in she got a call and was told the apt was given away..we were homeless... So my father said we could stay with him in the depressing apt he moved into...another tight squeeze..It was by far the most filthy building I had ever entered and was what used to be a store front. It was dark and it seemed to somehow effect my parents relationship for the worse...

Ill hold you till you dont want me to anymore

I look at you its and so hard to believe. You’re a baby..my baby.

When Im alone and sad you look at me with curiosity..with those eyes..those eyes so soft and kind which melt me back to happiness

I watch u exploring, learning, trying new ways of playing.. you’re such a baby you’re my baby

It was only a yr ago you lived in me, no idea of what you looked like never met you just going by imagination. Now i can notice the features you have of mine. You’re a piece of me. You’re a human with a strong personality that makes me angry, makes me laugh makes me proud you’re already your own person.

I pray that you stay safe n you let no one ever take advantage of you. Ill watch u grow, protect and love you. Ill teach you how a woman should be treated ‘cause you can only learn that from me. Give you the life some don’t think i can give.

Because you’re MY baby and ive loved you forever. 

No matter your age I will hold you and remind you that you’re my baby

Pick and choose your battles

No winning

You cant play nice with a bitch…they’ll always just be a bitch

Beware of the smile

The sweetest ones can play dirty worst then the biggest bitch because they spend there time being genuine …and…well…sweet…fuck with them at your own risk

Mandii's song plots

Where oh where does Mandii Madison come up with her ideas for her songs?

My songs come from my life and the lives of those closest to me. A few people asked if "What's done is done" was something a personally went through. NO. At that time a friend of mine was in a terrible situation and I truly felt for her. It made me sick thinking about how she must have been feeling. Trapped. So i pulled from it and it ended up being a song I recorded. The very first. Later a learned it was a sensitive topic for other people in my family and friend circle. They could relate in different ways. So yeah, when I write, I write about what's REAL. I can't help it. I understand and feel other peoples emotion on top of my own, therefore I write.

Unforgettable Toni

In my opinion, she is has one of the most beautiful and unique voices you could ever hear. She didn't need to do much on stage and she could still catch your attention. And did I mention her timeless beauty? Miss thing didn't age a bit over the years. She surprised me here with how hot she could actually be.

I love her and that voice forever!!

Mandii Madison Performing live Nov 26th!

Its been a while since I've performed on stage, so with this performance I hope to bring the audience closer to me. Yes I want you to become fans of me and my music, but more importantly I want to build a relationship with you

 Come join Mandii Madison at UC Lounge on november 26th @8:30pm. On 87 Ludlow st NY, NY!! 

Mandii Madison on Coast to Coast mixtape

The indie top 50

Mandii makes coast to coast

Visit me on Reverb!

SOMEONE PRECIOUS ON ITUNES

Someone Precious on ITUNES

Beyonce's new album 4

You're crazy if you don like Beyonce (laughing). No but really, there's nothing more to say other than she has proven herself over and over again. With this album I believe she went back to what music used to be. She tells stories, she gives women a voice and went so far as to use REAL instruments in her music. That bitch owns everything she does, I mean did you see her Countdown video? Hello she's pregnant and still did her thing! I freaking love her. Oh and her Run the World video, yeah I will be learning the dance.

Two versions of her hit single Someone Precious..Which do you prefer

Italy's DJ Luca Citoli shows love

Someone Precious R&B version

Kolition releases there video for there song BLINDSIDED

Mandii Keeps it real

If your man is still with someone, then you’re the side chick

And if you know you’re the side chick, how you got the nerve to be upset when he puts you to the side?

Who inspires Mandii Madison?

I have always been in love with power house voices. I can remember singing "I will always love you" by Whitney Houston, with my pigtails and a pretend mic. Even at like 7 years old I was fixated on holding the notes, singing with feeling, and it needed to be perfect. Then of course there's Christina Aguilera, Pink, Nina Simone, Beyonce, we all love Patti, Jodeci, Prince...yes I enjoy singing male songs. I mean should I go on because we'll be here forever. I appreciate the composition, lyrics and voices of all the music I come across.

Mandii opens up at Recoup Lounge

There's no better place to be then where you are welcome and comfortable.

Vinny Pacino front and center. Love her loving Mandii

Excited to see Duce Martinez show his support!

Mandii Madison sings at her "home" Recoup Lounge

After feeling her last performance was "so so", Mandii returned to Recoup with a vengeance, proving she was better then you thought she could be.