Super.

Balling and/or stunting NSHS edition.

2012-01-30T19:52:00.004-05:00

Yep, I went to high school with this guy. #salute
Scrilla feat. Jeezy - I Ball, I Stunt

Conversations with Mickey.

2012-01-30T12:28:00.007-05:00

(+)

I should have done this a LONG time ago. I have some of the most AWESOME conversations with my homegirl, Mickey. This will now be a recurring segment on www.supergilles.com. Please note that these are ACTUAL conversations copied from my g chat @ work. Enjoy.

"Me: hahahahaha
you thirst that lemon pepper (wings)
Mickey: that, and mardi gras wings from publix lmao...i sound like a shawty right now...wings, golds, dreads...these are a few of my favorite things
Me: hahahahahahahaha
this is true
Sent at 12:20 PM on Monday
Mickey: there are pockets of cultures that provide that in nyc... asap rocky...but he probably don't eat wings...probably drinking Bolthouse Farm drinks and shit
Me: hahahahahhahaha
LOLOLOLOLOLOL"

Follow Mickey rightchea.

It's Funny 'Cause It's True.

2012-01-23T15:44:00.005-05:00

Soooooooooo, which one of these is NOT a joke???

Highlights:
"You ever been jacked by a real thug n*gga like me?!?"
"Is this a cardigans, cuh?"
"N*gga cause I'm a Christian, n*gga...I gangbang but I go to church too."
"My n*gga and yo' skinny jeans are amazing. I meant to tell you that earlier when you walked to the bathroom."

Highlights:
"Be whoever you wanna be...love whoever you wanna love."
"If Clue (DJ Clue) can't squash this, then it's over."
"Then, I'ma get my big homies on the phone, that like n*ggas and they gon' rape that n*gga! Bend that n*gga over and stick it in that n*gga's booty!"

Wrong. Ray J was serious.

3 things I learned from Black Women in 2011

2012-01-04T14:34:00.010-05:00

1.
"I can't...with you."
I don't know where this phrase came from but, 1 thing's for damn sure, it's here to stay.
2.
It's not a celebration until Cami Cakes have made an appearance. This may be a regional phenomenon so we'll give this one the "black women in Atlanta" stamp.

Annnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnd drumroll please...
...
...
...
...
3. A show about women in ambiguous romantic relationships with B list celebrities is ALWAYS good tv.
"The Game"

"The Real Housewives of Atlanta"

"Single Ladies"

"Love and Hip Hop"

:*D

AARP Presents "Rack City"

2012-01-04T14:26:00.002-05:00

Rap music has been keeping folks young for decades now...Good to know it hasn't lost a step.

He did mouth the N word tho...O_O But, if this guy can say it, *shrugs*.

Gilles' TOP 3 gripes about being a rapper.

2011-12-16T10:23:00.009-05:00

I promise, I really really really Reeeeeeeeeeeeeally LOVE being a rapper. But dammit, y'all startin' to piss me the hell off. How so, you ask? See below.

1. EVERYBODY's doing it. I can't even tell y'all I rap without getting the "oh, ok...you too?" b/c your mother's brother's grandmother (in that order) watched one-too-many episodes of 106 & Park and now, also aspires to rock the proverbial "mic". The difference b/w me and them is that I DON'T suck donkey balls...Subtle, but, a difference nonetheless.

2. You guys hear that I'm a rapping lawyer and somehow, think that means I rap about the law...uh, no. That sh*t ain't never been cool. Remember, I DON'T suck donkey balls.

3. STOP asking me to rap on the spot! Did you start spilling sh*t on the floor when you found out that dude was a janitor??? No. Did you start asking for routes to work when you heard that chick drove a Marta bus??? No. Did you ask about that rash you got during Spring Break when you were talking to those Med students??? MAYBE. But, it was scary and you thought that you were gonna die...Ok, I understand that one.

All and all, nobody's perfect. I forgive y'all. :*D

Season's Skeetings!

2011-12-16T10:17:00.003-05:00

'Tis the season indeed. Looks like, for the right price, ANYBODY can "feel" the holiday spirit. ;)

How about, "Toys for TITS"...I can do this alllllllllllll day, haha.

Racsim is Alive and Well

2011-12-13T15:39:00.002-05:00

It's a sad day for black clams everywhere...

History of Rap: J. Timberlake x Jimmy Fallon

2011-12-12T12:50:00.003-05:00

Now what you hear is not a test, Justin and Jimmy are rapping to the beat. And they banged this boogie...banged it hard.

White Collar Problems: It's Gettin' Real in the Whole Foods Parking Lot

2011-12-06T16:20:00.004-05:00

It beez like dat, shawty. Word to West L.A.

Cookin' with Coolio

2011-11-28T22:14:00.006-05:00

Cookin' with Coolio, the Ghetto Gourmet

Fork Steak & Ghetallian Garlic Bread

Where in theeee heck have I been that almost an entire season of "Cookin' with Coolio" has been on and I haven't heard about it?! Coolio keeps it way real showing you how to take hot sauce and a dime bag of season salt to make a gor-may meal. Other episodes include: soul rolls, tricked out westside tilapia, and fall off the bone chicken. A gangster's paradise, indeed.

Who's the black George Michael???

2011-11-28T00:05:00.005-05:00

Yep, you guessed it: The Weeknd.

But still, THIS > THAT.

Belly: Re-loaded.

2011-11-27T14:50:00.031-05:00

Goon-topic #1: "If Belly were made today, who would be the cast?" - Justin Paul (formerly, Jay West)

Soooooooo, after much debate, we goons were able to settle on the following few characters:
T.I....

As Tommy "Buns" Bundy.

Yasiin Bey (formerly, Mos Def)...

as Sincere.

Nicki Minaj...

as Kisha.

Idris Elba...

as Lennox.

50 Cent...

as Knowledge.

Tyler the Creator...

as Shameek.

Diggy Simmons...

as Shorty.

Lawrence Fishburne...

as Rev Saviour.

Kreayshawn...

as Kionna.

Rick Ross...

as Rico.

Oh yeah, and Guy Ritchie would write and direct it.

Troy Davis Art Exhibit.

2011-11-27T13:13:00.000-05:00

In the wake of just the latest tragedy within our justice system, some good folks over in the Castleberry Hill area of Atlanta decided to plan an event...creatives in the neighborhood contributed with various pieces.

Below are a few flicks from the ol' iPhone.

Freshman XXL 2012

2011-11-18T17:49:00.017-05:00

XXL's annual Freshman list has become THE who's who for up and coming rappers. If you have followed rap music over the years, peep below how the mag's predictions have panned out so far:
2008

2009

2010

2011

ANNNNNNNNNNNNNNNND my predictions for 2012:::

1. 2 Chainz (College Park, GA)

2. Future (Atlanta, GA)

3. Casey Veggies (Los Angeles, CA)

4. ASAP Rocky (Harlem, NY)

5. Machine Gun Kelly (Cleveland, OH)

6. Kreayshawn (Oakland, CA)

7. Childish Gambino (Stone Mountain, GA)

8. Tyler the Creator (Los Angeles, CA)

9. French Montana (Bronx, NY)

10. Theophilus London (Brooklyn, NY)

I OFFICIALLY FOX w/ THIS.

2011-11-16T00:58:00.005-05:00

Machine Gun Kels - Wild Boy

Not 'cause the song is EXTRA jammin'.
Not 'cause Juaquin Flocka has 16 prolific bars.
Not even 'cause Mr. Flocka bottles a middle-aged white man for asking him too many questions (though that IS an added bonus).

But, peep the 1:51 mark: It's suuuuuuuper illll that Layzie Bone is in this video. That says a lot about young Kels' movement in Cleveland. The O.G.'s #salute and who can be mad at that?

Oh yeah, Kat Williams is from Cincinatti too. Ohio is showing love all through this thang.

Funny A** Herman Cain Bumper Stickers

2011-11-10T10:01:00.002-05:00

Watch.The.Throne.

2011-11-09T23:02:00.015-05:00

"Gold bottles, scold models, spillin' ace on my sick J's..." -N***** In Paris

Jay-Z x Kanye: Watch The Throne

Rolex Submariner

Stuart Hughes iPad 2 Gold History Edition, £5,000,000

Puma Biker 5000 Metal Sneakers

Moët & Chandon Midnight Gold

Ruthie Davis Spikette Platform Pump

Oh Sh*t!

2011-11-08T15:33:00.005-05:00

Safe House

This sh*t is like that movie, "The Rock" w/ Nick Cage and Sean Connery EXCEPT:
1. Ryan Reynolds is exponentially cooler than Nick Cage.
2. Denzel is AT LEAST equally as cool a muhf*cka as Sean Connery is (but younger, as far as OG's go).
3. The Throne feat. Frank Ocean is on the soundtrack.
*Bonus - It's in Africa. "The cradle of f*ckin' civilization."

Pac Div - POSTED

2011-11-03T21:49:00.002-04:00

So Pac Div has NEVER put out an album??? Well, that there's finsta change come November 8th...Anyway, THE CHICKS IN THIS VIDEO ARE HELLLLLLLLLLLLA FUNNY (bugga-bugga-BADDD too). And, the song ain't bad neither. Therefore, this video, like the name of the song, gets POSTED. #Carryon

Kidz In The Hall - Listening Session

2011-11-01T17:52:00.003-04:00

Reasons to post this:
1. It's dope as sh*t. These guys had their listening party on a party bus.
2. My homegirl, Mickey was there. (1:13 mark)
3. See Reason #1.

Watch The...Watch???

2011-11-01T09:51:00.007-04:00

Wellllllllllllll, kinda. Here's a shortlist of dope wrist-wears that I done came across on these here innanets:::

Cop HERE.

And HERE.

Can't forget HERE.

Oh yeah, and HERE too.

To quote a portly bearded fellow who may or may not have been a Corrections Officer in his former, pre-hip hop life, "When I die, bury me in a dope a** watch."

Kil Cudi X Shotta Labeouf - Maniac

2011-10-31T20:11:00.006-04:00

Soooooooooo Kid Cudi stars in a movie directed by Shia Labeouf where he just walks around and murks hellllllllllllla people. Whoa.

Watching The Throne.

2011-10-29T20:22:00.006-04:00

10/28/11::: First Night. Phillips Arena. Atlanta. Bow.
Two of the best to ever do it. Point blank perrud.
Here's some video I stole from www.youtube.com and photos from the ol' iPhone.

And, YEEZY kilt that sh*t too...see what I did there?

You Leave Me No Choice.

2011-10-27T11:08:00.002-04:00

Future - Tony Montana

"I'm bout to cop a tiger, and put it in a car-seat."

2 Chainz - Riot

2011-10-27T10:01:00.003-04:00

Theme music for #OWS and friends.

Excuse me sir...yes, you sir...please be quiet. You are currently in the presence of real n*ggas.

Ray Scissemme.

2011-10-26T15:41:00.017-04:00

Though we grew up in the same neighborhood, took some of the same classes and even shop at the same stores, me and Ray-Ray ain't never been friends. I know some students from Ohio University that don't eff w/ him neither...especially 'cause he can be a real douchebag 'round this time of year.

Students from Ohio University have a message for you: "We're a culture, not a costume."

With ethnic and racial stereotypes becoming increasingly popular Halloween costume themes, members of the school's Students Teaching About Racism in Society are launching a campaign to make revelers think twice before reducing a culture to a caricature.
Full write-up HERE.
Photos below.
PEEP.

J. Cole - Lost Ones

2011-10-26T08:23:00.004-04:00

So, apparently this video was shot THREE YEARS AGO??? ILL. Cole World.

I dig her.

2011-10-24T10:05:00.003-04:00

Style is impeccable.
Ooh.
Spotted @ The Sartorialist.

Jhene Aiko.

2011-10-21T09:35:00.005-04:00

MY MINE

SNAPPED

Jhené Aiko's "SNAPPED" from Jhené Aiko on Vimeo.

STRANGER

3 sets of dope visuals from this chick that be sangin'. If you see shawty, tell her I'm tryna be her facebook friend. :*D

T-Pain Sans Autotune???

2011-10-20T12:06:00.005-04:00

Don't mind if I do!

Not bad Faheem, not bad at all. Welcome back.

Fear not, fans of the TUNE, you can still app it up rightchea.

Herman Cain "Knows" Black People.

2011-10-18T12:12:00.007-04:00

OBSERVE:::

NOTE: Herman Cain is a man of many talents. He even did the voice over for the "Republican" in this ad. Bravo Herman, bravo.

I guess Herman should've been a contestant.

Future can do no wrong.

2011-10-17T10:17:00.006-04:00

Like, for real. I like EVERY song I've heard from this guy. I could listen to them all AT THE SAME DAMN TIME.

P.S.:

GUCCI + BALLY.

(+)

See what I did there?

Where is she?

2011-10-15T01:22:00.003-04:00

I want her.
I need her.
I should probably know what her face looks like.

Gucci^2 LOUIS^2 Fendy^2 Prada.

2011-10-15T00:52:00.004-04:00

Louis Vuitton's Spring/Summer 2012 line. The presentation is masterful.

I Smell a Revolution.

2011-10-15T00:13:00.004-04:00

#OWS detractors have, and rightfully so, expressed one chief short-coming of the budding movement: It lacks ONE solidified goal. You got God knows who yelling God knows what about Corporate America. Though some confused apples may be giving a bad rep to the cause, let me take this moment to make the views of www.supergilles.com CLEAR AS DAY while pointing the proverbial finger in its proper direction::: F*ck Banks.

Remember a couple years ago when you called the Federal Government Collect to get bailed the f*ck out??? Yeah, I thought not. F*ck you. In the off chance that (1) Banksters frequent www.supergilles.com and (2) my words have offended your delicate sensibilities, at least you have the check stubs from your bonuses to dry your tears.

Anyway, the stars are aligning, quite literally I might add. Don't be on the wrong side of history.
David Banner

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Bun B

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Talib Kweli

Hussel and Yeezy

P.S.: #OWS = Occupy Wallstreet for you douchebags too cool to stay abreast on current events

This is the most awesome-est sh*t I've seen in EVER.

2011-10-15T00:05:00.002-04:00

Nostalgia.
Juve X Fresh X Mystikal

Thorough murkage @ 2:36. Jeez Us.
It's the N.O. beaby. #salute

Even Alex Trebek knows that "F" is for "Foolie-magoolie"

2011-10-14T23:51:00.005-04:00

Jeopardy has become O.D. pop-culture-y. Observe.

AND just for ol' time's sake.

Levi's X cute chicks

2011-10-14T23:42:00.009-04:00

Levis are awesome. They fit me oh so well. Nice to know they're not sexist.
Spotted at www.thesartorialist.com

I. M. Back.

2011-10-14T23:37:00.002-04:00

Posts forthcoming.

PHOTOS from J. Cole's neeeeew video (and WAY WAY WAY better single)

2011-08-10T14:19:00.010-04:00

Sure, I'ma J. Cole fan...but, the ONLY reason why I am posting these photos rightchea is b/c the video was shot in B-A-R, B-A-D, O-S...oh yes. Carry on.

J. Cole::: Can't Get Enough Feat. Trey Songz ===> Listen here.

Yes, that is my beautiful Bajan queen Rihanna making a cameo. Spotted at www.oloriswank.com

Dy-no-mite!

2011-08-10T10:25:00.003-04:00

Black Dynamite, the cartoon. Starring: Michael Jai White, Tommy Davidson, Kym Whitley and friends. If you didn't see the movie, un-lame yourself immediately. Here's the pilot for what will soon be Adult Swim's newest addition. This. Is. Awesome.

This is dope.

2011-08-09T13:38:00.003-04:00

Young 'Dris discusses the making of Jay-z's American Gangster Intro.

To refresh your memory, peepeth the actual jawn here.

CENTENNIAL

2011-08-09T10:54:00.007-04:00

For those of you who didn't know, I am in a frat. This frat just so happens to be the greatest "ON THE WORLD." I'll let you guess which one...Anyway, from July 27-31, we celebrated 100 years of awesomeness in the place where it all started, Washington, DC. To make matters mo' betta, the "ATL city ques" (comprised of various chapters) were featured in the Washington Post...Peep below:

And a close up:

Pay special attention to the bald-headed young man with the bookbag...he looks SUPER familiar.

some do it for the fame/poon-tang: kenny powers for k-swiss

2011-08-08T15:29:00.004-04:00

word to @SavageWINS and @GOjaywest for this

Go. See. This. Sh*t.

2011-07-22T10:09:00.004-04:00

Just saw the early screening yesterday (*shouts out to Creative Loafing*) and...uh, yeah. Do as I say.

Dope Beds

2011-07-22T02:22:00.005-04:00

1. Book bed

2. Cabroilet Bed

3. Roller Coaster Bed

4. Millennium Falcon Bed

5. Net bed

6. Sofa-Bunk Bed

7. Bird’s Nest Bed

8. Morfeo Sofa Bed

9. Sandwich bed

10. Bath Bed

11. Beam bed

12.

[via dancingmannequin]

Oat is.

2011-07-22T02:20:00.005-04:00

Not to be confused with "itis"

"Otis" Kanye ft. Jay-Z

Get ready world. Watch. The. Throne.

The Juice + 2 Chainz

2011-07-14T10:10:00.003-04:00

"yeah hoe" > your favorite adlib

"When your girl leave me I bet her knees ashy." - 2 Chainz
"I got mo' b*tches than a dog catcher." - Juicy J

Entourage: Season 8

2011-07-11T00:14:00.007-04:00

the final season of entourage (season 8) starts july 24th! just saw the trailer and may have creamed my pants a little...

The night that was...6.25.11.: The Audacity of Dope

2011-07-01T08:26:00.011-04:00

Event photos + video + y'all.

Photographer::: Brandon Wiggins

View the entire "Celebrating Celebrity. Your's & Mine" album HERE.
Photographer: Juice Webster

View the entire "6.25.11::: The Audacity of Dope: (A Delightfully Tasteful Mixer)" album HERE.

And, courtesy of Juicevision:::

Once again, I had an awesome time...thank y'all.

Gimme My Button!

2011-07-01T00:55:00.003-04:00

Yeah, it's ok...we forgive you.
Comment on THIS post w/ your FULL NAME and your worries shall be no more.

There's an app for that.

2011-06-26T23:01:00.005-04:00

It's real.
iPhone market + android market = :*D

#TWEET-CAP

2011-06-26T22:08:00.010-04:00

The night that was, told from your twitter account. You guys put the DOPE in the Audacity of Dope. (6/25/11) I thank y'all for such kind words. More to come.

Gangsta Gibbs

2011-06-20T13:45:00.003-04:00

If there's one thing you know about me, it's that i FOX w/ the Three Six. Freddie Gibbs on CTE? Salute. But, now he cooked up THIS song featuring Juicy J??? *whew* I'm OFFICIALLY a fan. #cantwait

Freddie Gibbs - Cold Day In Hell Trailer from LRG on Vimeo.

The time has come.

2011-06-17T01:13:00.004-04:00

The Audacity of Dope.
6.25.11.
MY SHOW.
#giggety

Black & Yellow Covers

2011-06-02T10:08:00.005-04:00

Nope, not these:

This:

I N S P I R A T I O N

2011-06-01T16:06:00.002-04:00

Hate if you must. This sh*t is dope.

BEHIND THE SCENES OF DJ KHALED's "IM ON ONE" from DERICK G on Vimeo.

They're back.

2011-05-25T12:32:00.002-04:00

"When I shower dawg, I wear a shower cap."

Spotted on Savage's FB status.

Storybook sh*t

2011-05-19T10:45:00.003-04:00

Savage just shot me an email.

Muhf*ck a Dr. Seuss.

PAUSE!!!

2011-05-18T10:43:00.013-04:00

Highlighting some of THE MOST pause-worthy moments in recent history...

Jason Terry

(start watching at the 0:30 sec mark)

Chris Bosh

(pleeeeeeeeeease listen to the commentary)

AND then, there's this.

Dwight Howard

Beanie Sigel

(this music is OD funny)

Drizzy Drake

(0:40 sec mark...THANK YOU)

Even Spike Lee has fallen victim: Sorry Spike.

Mr. Cee (yeah, that was a low-blow...PUN intended)

Welllllllllllllllllll, I guess you can't really pause THIS.

That's like Lil B tryna pause the name of his album. #notgonnahappen

Almond Brown

And of course, we can't forget the ORIGINAL "light on the loafers" duo:::
Antione Mayweather and Blaine Edwards.

inadvertently sexual company logos

2011-05-18T10:40:00.000-04:00

A collection of company logos full of sexual innuendo. c'monson.

Brazilian Institute of Oriental Studies

Catholic Archdiocesan Youth Commission

Ya Mama.

2011-05-09T21:06:00.008-04:00

In honor of Mother's Day being this past weekend, I've put together a list of some of my favorite songs about...er...ya mama. Yeah, I said it.
Aloe Blacc - Mama Hold My Hand

Tupac - Dear Mama (duh)

I decided to keep a positive outlook on motherhood and NOT go w/ "Brenda's Got a Baby"
Jay-Z - December 4

Kanye West - Hey Mama

Teedra Moses - I Think of You (Shirley's Song)

Boyz II Men - A Song For Mama

Three Six Mafia - Baby Mama

LL Cool J - Mama Said Knock You Out

Martin - My Mama Bird

Little known fact about me: I was a big a** baby.

Funny talkin' dudes on Commercials

2011-05-04T13:02:00.003-04:00

I think I'm noticing a trend:

DAIRY QUEEN

OLD SPICE

EDGE SHAVE GEL

Yep, it's official.

Pack de la Back.

2011-05-03T10:29:00.012-04:00

This is suuuuuuuuuuper #backpacky. If you're not sure what that adjective means, listen to more rap music. I stumbled across this vid and thought it was pretty dope...good work Mr. Director.

Versis "Slow Down" from JeromeD.com on Vimeo.

Apparently, this guy (pictured above) is from California.

So, then I got to thinking...the "New West" is all on that boom bap sh*t. OBSERVE:::
Pac Div - Whiplash

Dom Kennedy - Locals Only

Tyler the Creator - Yonkers

Aaaaaaaaaaaaaand while we're on the subject, WHY NOT:::
Jam Home Made x Porter Bags

Herschel Supply Co. x Stussy & Co. Backpacks

Bape x Porter Bag Collection

All for your peeping, HERE.

when the fairy tale ends, real life begins...

2011-05-02T09:52:00.000-04:00

"Oh Rapunzel I just want you to let down your hair for me, got a good head on your shoulders, baby you should share with me."

-Jay West, Alien

Fallen Princesses by Dina Goldstein

Hamburglars & Poetry.

2011-05-01T14:12:00.008-04:00

Meet the true Hamburglar:

No, not this one:

But since we're talking about Hamburglars, the latter of the two is probably MORE awesome. That's my homeskillet, JoVonna Rodriguez. She just published her first book, "Pronouns." It's poetry...I dig it. You should too. Artwork Below. Salute.

Getcho's HERE. Student discounts available.

Obama got JOKES!!!

2011-05-01T11:32:00.006-04:00

This is the FUNNIEST sh*t I've seen in...EVER. Barry be goin' on.

PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE watch from 9:50-10:14. WOW.

A. WARE.

2011-04-26T18:30:00.007-04:00

I went to middle school with this guy. Word on the curb is he's got a project coming out. "Lady Heroin" hits the streets like crack in the 80's on June 6, 2011. Come to think of it, that's my pops' burfday. But, I digress...Dope vid.

The evolution of Ying Yang.

2011-04-26T17:41:00.005-04:00

Broke:

*Notice the Malcolm Little conk*

Moderate Success:

Closest they'll ever get to being Republican:

Jay-Z's 10 Business Commandments

2011-04-26T09:37:00.017-04:00

"I'm not a businessman, I'm a BUSINESS, man." - Jay-Z

Jay-Z has proven himself a paramount figure in not only the music industry, but also in the business world. In addition to every Jay-Z album having gone platinum, Mr. Shawn Carter also has endorsement deals, stakes in sports teams, night clubs, and a record company just to name a few. You don't amass a net worth of over $450 million without having a plan. Below is a list of Jay-Z's 10 Business Commandments.

1. Focus on the most realistic chance to make the most money at all times

Jay-Z has amassed a fortune of $450 million by living this philosophy, from dealing drugs as an adolescent to selling records, clothes, liquor and more as an adult.

2. Attach yourself to other successful brands

One of Jay-Z's best-known boasts is that he "made the Yankee cap more famous than a Yankee can." Whether or not you agree with that statement, Jay-Z has certainly added to his victorious aura by associating himself with the Yankees, Michael Jordan, Warren Buffett and others.

3. Keep business and pleasure separate

Jay-Z rarely speaks about his wife Beyonce, and it seems to have done wonders--many years into their relationship, they're far from being tabloid regulars like other celebrity couples. But that doesn't mean there's not a lot to say.4. Don’t give free advertising to other bands unless there’s a good reason

In the late 1990s Jay-Z mentioned Iceberg clothing in a few of his songs and sales spiked. When he tried to parlay that into an endorsement deal, the company declined--so Jay-Z started his own, and called it Rocawear. Since then, he's been paid to endorse GM, Hewlett-Packard, Budweiser and others, and the only free advertising via references in his songs is for brands like Maybach.5. Never publicize anything less than a victory

Jay-Z doesn't talk much about his deals that fell apart or his products that flopped--his Armadale vodka and the Las Vegas location of his 40/40 Club. As a result, he's able to maintain a victorious image.6. Don’t split profits with others if you can avoid it

Jay-Z famously parted ways with former business partners Damon Dash in 2004--partially because of different management styles, partially because his name sold products, not Dash's.7. Cross promote your products at all times

Jay-Z never misses a chance to use one item's buzz to promote another. He's used his songs to advertise his Rocawear clothing line, S. Carter sneakers and 40/40 night club--and some products you might not even know he owns.8. Attack any threat to your business, but don’t take it too far

Jay-Z has always been aggressive in protecting his business interests, and sometimes to a fault. In 1999 he was arrested for allegedly stabbing record producer Lance Rivera for bootlegging his album.9. Ask a lot of questions, never stop learning

One of the things reiterated by most people who've worked with Jay-Z--be they lawyers, record label executives or other musicians--is that they can't help but notice his thirst for knowledge. He constantly absorbs information from people, books and situations, adding to his base like a hermit crab.10. Don’t get stuck in conventional ways of thinking

Rather than extend his record deal with Def Jam and parent company Universal (CEO Doug Morris pictured below), in 2008 Jay-Z inked a 10-year, $150 million deal with Live Nation that encompassed touring, recording, and a bevy of other businesses. The agreement was as ambitious as it was unorthodox.

[via Forbes]

Exotic Girl - C.T.

2011-04-26T09:00:00.002-04:00

Who needs an excuse to post hot chicks? Not this guy ===> :*D #gillesface

I commissioned the super-talented producer/rapper/singer, C.T. to assist me in the making of my first classic, "Successfully Lost," slated to drop later this summer. We've been outchea writing and rapping up a storm...the bi-product so far, PURE GENIUS. Pardon my modesty. At any rate, it's only right that the young man gets some pub for his OWN work here @ supergilles.com. BE EXCITED. His "Classic Future" drops sooner than later.

Follow him HERE. The last time C.T. was on this blog, it was under a post aptly entitled, "WOW"
Exotic Girl by C.T.

And while we're on the subject of exotic girls...Here's some chick named Jeniffer Le...Julie the NGUYENer follows her tumblr and maybe you should too. I haven't checked it out yet, but, she is purdy hot.

HERE'S her tumblr.

Al Sharpton vs. Cornel West (Clash of the Black Agenda)

2011-04-24T18:26:00.014-04:00

Al Sharpton vs. Cornel West (Clash of the Black Agenda)

In the course of Black Life there have been epic beefs:

Jay-Z

Vs Nas

Biggie

vs Tupac

El- Hajj Malik Shabazz (Malcolm X)

vs Martin Luther King Jr.

)

Nicki Minaj

vs Lil’ Kim

NYC Breakerz vs Rock Steady Crew

and

West vs Sharpton?

No not the Kanye West, although it would be interesting to have Sharpton’s and Yeezy’s egos go at it blow for blow. The feud I’m referring to is none other than Cornel West vs Al Sharpton. The two got into it the other day on a show, moderated ironically by a white man, called the “Black Agenda.” Brother Al and Prof. West were on the show to talk about the economic situation of black folk and inevitably the conversation turned to the President and his role or lack thereof in the uplift of people that share his skin color. The arguments on both sides are pretty solid with Sharpton playing Obama’s defense attorney and West playing lead prosecutor in the court of “WTF have you been doing to take care of your own” court. Lets go to the tale of the tape: (pardon my formatting but, it's well worth whatever style-points are deducted...)

	Rev. Al “Be sure to protect my Pres.” Sharpton	Prof. Cornel “Imma let you finish Sharpton, but Obama ain't nothin but a B-ish” West
Hairstyles	Fried, dyed with grey on the side	I let my soul blow from my Afro...
Style icon	James Brown	Albert Einstein/Huey Newton/ Karl Lagerfield
Public Speaking	Old school tried and true Reverential speechifying	Mix between performance poetry and Academic lecture
Published Works	2 and a possible	19 books and 2 albums
Political Aspirations	NY State Senate, US Senate, NYC Mayor, US Presidential campaign	I'd rather critique them than be 'em .
Education	Da Street! Ordained minster by age 9. Went to college for a hot minute. Managed James Brown. Worked with Jesse Jackson in Dr. King's Operation Breadbasket.	BA Harvard, MA & PhD Princeton
Good Point in Debate	Obama can’t do this shit by himself	Obama should be held accountable by black folks especially given the shit his opponents are throwing his way. Gotta keep ‘em honest!
Memorable Quotes	*“George Bush giving tax cuts is like Jim Jones giving Kool-Aid. It tastes good but it’ll kill you.”*	*What does it really mean to be human?* What does it really mean to be featherless two-legged linguistically conscious creatures Born between urine and feces Whose bodies will soon be the culinary delight of terrestrial worms, my brother?a>
Claim to fame	Can put together a race rally faster than Busy Bone can spit a verse	Can speak on almost any damn topic
Stance on Obama	Obama is my homeboy	I’m weary of any politician

Personally, I don't think Sharpton wants it with West in a straight out academic debate, but on cable TV? Anything goes, even your foes.

jungle fever

2011-04-24T14:51:00.010-04:00

just found this dope artist/photographer craig tracy who specializes in fine art body painting. welcome to the jungle.

Slow Jams For Jesus.

2011-04-20T10:03:00.003-04:00

Yeah, THAT just happened.

Shoutout to CJ for posting this on his FB status...#suuuuuuuuuuuuperDEAD

The Bruhs.

2011-04-19T10:13:00.010-04:00

CREATIVITY. Thought the bruhs didn't do that??? OBSERVE:

Kamar (Fall 2004, Nu Delta, Columbus State University): Creative force behind Oema Takorr. Lifestyle connoisseur.

Find his clothes HERE.

Z-Hundred (Fall 2006, Zeta Delta Delta, Georgia Southern University): R&B extraordinaire. Moistener of thine panties.

Listen to his newest release: "Dive Under" (mixed by Keith Dawson)

Find his music HERE.

Keith Dawson (Spring 2007, Zeta Theta, Georgia State University): Man behind the boards. Maker of Magic.

B. Wiggins (Spring 2000, Zeta Theta, Georgia State University): The reason your pictures are worth a thousand words. Master of photography.

Book him HERE.

Dee Goodz (Spring 2007, Nu Epsilon, Alabama A&M University): Destroyer of Beats. Slayer of Freaks.

See him EVERYWHERE. Follow him HERE.

Cendino (Spring 2003, Chi Theta, Florida State University): Visual Mastermind. Creative Genius.

Become inspired HERE.

Gilles (Spring 2007, Pi Delta Delta, Emory University): Rapper of all things awesome. Posterchild for modesty.

Listen to my music NOW.

BEACHES, BEECHES, & BOATS

2011-04-18T09:00:00.000-04:00

Prepare yo' self. The weather's nice.

Footwear:
SPERRY PASTEL PACK.

Buy 'em HERE.

Eyewear:
RAY-BAN WAYFARER.

Buy em' HERE.

Ear Candy:
WINDOWS DOWN. By ME.
(streaming below)

Soundtrack for the sunset.

FRANK OCEAN.

Follow him HERE. Check out "Songs for Women" while you're at it.

Eye Candy:
Fine a** Ri-Ri.

My Bajan Queen.

Wallet-Necessity:

"Royal Caribbean, passport pimpin' all across the Meridian."

AFRO america

2011-04-18T08:59:00.002-04:00

"afro picks

afro chicks

i let my soul blow

from my afro dick

grab it out the hat

pulling afro tricks

afro america

afro thick"

- ludacris, "southern hospitality"

an ode to some of america's most prominent afros:

My friend kelli went to high school w/ bruno mars. this is his senior pic. awesome.

questlove
covelli loyce "coco" crisp, center fielder for the oakland a's
erykah badu
ludacris

bob ross, the dude that paints on tv

F*CK BOSTON.

2011-04-17T22:06:00.002-04:00

Ok, y'all got one.

Rapping Lawyer. Just Ask My Employer.

2011-04-13T09:30:00.000-04:00

Ok. So, by now, you may have heard that I'm a lawyer. Like, a real one. There's an equally baffling rumor circulating throughout this great nation that somehow, I'm also a rapper...Like, a good one (music streaming below). That being said, I remain ASTONISHED by Juaquin Malphurs' ability to educate me in BOTH professions. OBSERVE.

Click EACH link below.

1st Verse:::
"I fucked my money up, damn
Now I can't re-up
Ran up in his spot, just to get my stacks up
Now I'm back on deck,
So shawty what the fuck you want
Heard he talkin shit, but this ain't what the fuck you want
Locked my CEO up
Now it's back to coka
Niggas talkin shit bruh, hang him by a ropa
Hit em with the choppa
Call that shit hot lava
Call me waka flocka
aka young wild nigga
Aka young drug dealer
Got purp, got kush, got pills got white
In the trap all night with the hard and the soft
Stacks on the flo' *watch keep the water whippin*
Shook it to the left then he shook it to the right
So icey brick boys got it all night
These lame ass niggas ain't got no fight
Kick in my door we gon shoot out all night
Home of he Braves shawty shoot em with a K"

I know what you're thinking...WOW.

Where Do We Go From Here?

2011-04-12T22:56:00.027-04:00

Pictured above: Young Martin & Coretta. She was a cooooooold piece.

Last week we marked the 43^rd anniversary of the slaying or Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Though the world is clearly different, we have not progressed as far as the good Rev. Dr. King might have expected, even with an able bodied black man in the white house. We are shutting down schools and putting up prisons. Politicians can’t agree that the sky is blue and folks are dying because of it. More people might be in poverty than when Dr. King was alive. And white folks are still generally clueless about racism.

The good shit though is that all around the world the Recession Generation is kicking up dust and deucing dictators, creating a culture of youth activism powered by Tweetbellions (copy written by moi). The other thing is that not only are the intelligent & unemployed protesting to their governments, they’re using Dr. King’s principles of nonviolence to develop their movements.

I recently watched a film that highlighted just how COINTELPRO

was affective in killing not only the Black Panther movement but also the Chicano movement, the American Indian Movement and Puerto Rican liberation movement. How did it put these movements on pause? By putting a bullet in the heads of these movements’ leaders or having them rot in a jail cell. How effective was this? Do you know the names of Bunchie Carter, Ricardo Falcon or Geronimo Pratt? Didn’t think so.

Where am I going with this?

While we here in the United States scorn leaders in places we have never laid eyes on for abusing their citizens, let’s be honest about how the US has treated similar revolutions on its soil.

Let’s ask why more than 40 million live in poverty right here in the United States, when 40 plus years ago Dr. King saw that same figure as outrageous in a country of “wealth”.

Let’s give an honest look at the revolutions around the world sparked by the outrage of young people unable to find jobs after being sold on the dream that education will bring wealth or, at the least, economic comfort. Sound familiar?

Let us wonder why there isn't similar outrage here in America, where youth unemployment is occurring just as rampantly.

Let’s ask ourselves why even today human beings can lose their freedom just for not having the right documentation or “walking papers” to coin the Jim Crow terminology?

We gotta call into question a system that is aggressively divesting from public education and investing in mass incarceration with the major demographic affected by both trends young men and women of color.

A year before he was gunned down, Dr. King gave a speech to the SCLC which laid a general roadmap for the future called “Where Do We Go From Here”. King not only laid a general blueprint for the rest of the movement but, he started to talk about a restructuring of the United States to deal with the evils that he saw as crippling it; poverty, war and racism. If you think my dude got shot because he had a “Dream,” think again. It's more like he got got 'cause he a had vision to restructure the way we look at class. He got bodied because he proposed an equal distribution of wealth in American society. Toward the end of this particular speech King started talking about the darkness of the struggle, the inevitable sacrifice of life, the setbacks that would occur and, the despair that would eventually set in as fatigue. He affirmed that it would not be easy but, he encouraged us to always point our feet toward the city of freedom. I just hope that as we walk, we know what freedom’s gate looks like.

Martin Luther King - Where Do We Go From Here? (Conclusion) from MLK Speeches on Vimeo.

And on a lighter note, respect your "fresh" and honor Martin Louie the King in style:

Instant Vintage, Automatic Classic.

2011-04-10T11:37:00.025-04:00

Classic looks abound, and everyone is getting in on the fun.

Fitz and the Tantrums.

This is video is schtoooopid DOPE. This ALBUM is even better.

Aloe Blacc.

Get his latest album, "Good Things" HERE.

Savage's Vintage suitcase.

The Beehive.

Madame Hepburn, the Originator.

"I love Nicki Minah, I told her I'd admit it."

The Re-hab Hive.

Janelle.

Honorable Mention: Whatever the hell that is on Bruno Mars' head.

Milk Shakes.

The Majestic.

Atlanta's Own...Good food, Good times.

Mad Men.

Donte says this show is the sh*t.

The Gang.

The Cycle.

In photo: Hamzat Muhf*ckin' Sani.

NICKI.

2011-04-10T10:26:00.002-04:00

the article >> elle.com

Mafia ya yuh-ya yuh-ya Mafia.

2011-04-09T21:36:00.013-04:00

A collection of some of the finest Three 6 Mafia videos ever made...takes me back...

Sippin' On Some Syrup

Bun B thoroughly murked this.

Playa Why Ya Hatin'

This sh*t is crazy!!!

Chicken Head

"That's just the meter broke, you'on't know whatcha talkin' bout...anyway, them new Jordans finna come out."

Ridin' Spinners

"I used to be clean in my Expedition."

And of course...
...
...
...
Who Run It

2:29 mark...please.

I LOVE Three 6 Mafia music...Like, back in high school, ween't even have DJ's at house parties...it was just that "When the Smoke Clears: Sixty 6 Sixty 1" and/or "Mista Don't Play." Anyway, you may have heard a lil' song I did called "Yaper." (streaming below) It's kinda like my ode to these guys. I had this idea to flip 3 signature Three 6 Mafia flows on the same song...Personally, I think it worked out ok but, I'll letchu be the judge. When you listen, (as you SHOULD be doing right about now) see if you can tell which ones are which.

STREAMING MUSIC???

2011-04-09T18:51:00.005-04:00

You betcha. (player below)

4 songs, from me to y'all:

"Windows Down"
"Pum Pum Killa" feat. Grip Plyaz & Savage
"Chronicles of Gilliem Waltey" (prod. by A-Tins)
"Yaper" (prod. by David Ballard)

Keep listening folks...'preciatech'all.

JAY WEST x Kendrick Lamar

2011-04-05T09:23:00.004-04:00

My brother from another. Rockin' sh*t.

KENDRICK LAMAR JAY WEST AND NESBY PHIPS LIVE AT THE MASQUERADE from Creative Control on Vimeo.

FYI::: Jay West closed his set with a performance of the ATLANTA CLASSIC, Alien feat. Savage & ME!

Check my footwork.

2011-04-05T09:18:00.001-04:00

A collection of photos taken of me at my 9 to 5.

Yeen't got these.

love & basketball

2011-04-05T08:41:00.000-04:00

she got the INNANETS goin' nuts! miss skylar diggins, sophomore notre dame baller, has stolen the hearts of millions overnight....including lil' weezy and chris breezy. this chick has been trending WORLDWIDE on twitter since the women's ncaa championship last night. i can digg it.

i wonder if by "wife" weezy means 18th baby mama?

follow her on twitter: @SkyDigg4

7 Things I don't trust.

2011-04-03T18:07:00.019-04:00

1. Black dudes with perms.

Al Sharpton

Wendell Williams

Yeah, that was a low blow...but, "F*ck Wendy Williams, that b*tch look like a dude. Her body look chewed and her hair look glued." - Wayne

2. A big butt and a smile.

NEVER trust a big butt and a smile...ever.

FUN FACT: I just googled "Beyonce butt."

3. White people with boats.

Not falling for that one again.

Dennys.

Yep, still not quite over that.

The Mega-Church.

Hey, that WHOLE thing is between them and God...I'm just saying though...o_0 FYI: I AM a Christian.

Waitresses that don't write sh*t down.

Hey, THIS JUST IN::: I'm not impressed...and, if my sammich got a muhf*ckin' tomato on it, we gon' have some problems.

Durex Condoms.

Gilles Jr.??? No thanks...

pum pum KILLA

2011-04-03T16:21:00.000-04:00

philippe starck gun lamp.

AK-47 magazine ice cube tray.

winchester 12 gauge shotgun shell cufflinks.

killin' the pum...

Countdown to Signing Day.

2011-04-03T14:14:00.004-04:00

Tonight's feature bout: Maybach Music Group vs. Good Music. Let's look at the dynamics of these two power houses' most recent signings.

ROZAY:::

This guy.

Video directed by the "Put Me in the Pocket" guy.

And this guy.

Pill - Trap Goin Ham from Motion Family on Vimeo.

Video Directed by Atlanta's own Motion Family.

AND this chick.

Teedra Moses- R U 4 Real from philthegod. on Vimeo.

Video Directed by the same guy that shot Jay West's "Sticks and Stones." Look at THAT SH*T here: http://vimeo.com/11288951

VS.

YEEZY:::

This guy.

This guy.

Pusha T - Cook It Down from Illusive Media on Vimeo.

AND, this guy.

Mos Def - Supermagic from Burnocchio. Story. on Vimeo.

Power moves abound.

bat cavery...for the ladies.

2011-04-03T11:11:00.000-04:00

came across some amazing jewelry that is equally fitting for both heroines and harlots. do you think cat woman ever left the house without properly accessorizing? i think not.

gotham city ring.

bat girl dome double finger ring.

cat woman long claw ring.

brooklyn bridge double finger ring.

wonder woman logo necklace.

check out the entire collection at noirjewelry.com.

SUPERGILLES SUNDAY RETURNS. 4.3.11

2011-04-01T00:45:00.000-04:00

Back at that a** like we never left. Always right.

Prepare yo'self.
4.3.11.

MY LAST PARTY.

2011-03-21T01:03:00.000-04:00

PROFESSIONAL RELAXATION: A NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM PT 2 W/ JUST BLAZE & DJ SCRATCH from PROPHECY EVENTS on Vimeo.

Bill Lowe Art Gallery.
Open Bar.
DIGITAL.
3.12.11.

Yeah y'all missed it.

S/O to Jay West
Te Dolla Bills
Savage
Hamzat
Dev Allen
Adam Al'
Erica
Yadi
Christina
Monique
Vanessa
Jennifer
Tanner
Saxo
Julie Wins
Kaylia
Kaylia's lady-potna from the Superbowl party
Dj TJ
B. Yates don't be late
Megan from R. Kansas
Shawties from the strip club
& anybody else I missed...hey, it's late.

Is BROOKLYN in the house??? Without a doubt.

2010-12-21T00:11:00.000-05:00

Some of the GREATEST Americans of the 20th century were born in Brooklyn. LONG LIVE the MOST awesome borough in the world. RESPECT it or check it.

LARRY KING.

SPIKE LEE. (exception::: SPIKE was born in Atlanta but hey, it's SPIKE. If I include me, I damn sho' gotta include Spike.)

THE NOTORIOUS B.I.G.

JAY-Z.

MICHAEL JORDAN.

EDDIE MURPHY.

JOE PATERNO.

CHRIS ROCK.

ME.

I may be a shawty now, but, I was def born in BROOOOOOOOOOOOOOOKLYN.

MY NYE PARTY.

2010-12-20T16:27:00.000-05:00

NYE 2009: PROFESSIONAL RELAXATION AT THE BILTMORE from PROPHECY EVENTS on Vimeo.

The Biltmore.
Me.
You.
2500 of your closest friends.
#bawlin on a private jet.

INFO rightchea::: http://professionalrelaxation-supergilles.eventbrite.com

Decorate your walls. #RESUME

2010-12-20T16:04:00.000-05:00

"RESUME", accepted widely across the country as the "anti-pause", was originally coined by wordsmith and boxing enthusiast, David Mathematics.

But, in all seriousness, this is CRAZY. Buy it here::: http://store.biegertfunk.com/products/qlocktwo

Christmas shopping for the BAD GUY.

2010-12-20T15:58:00.000-05:00

A Super Villain chair. This is #BAWLA

I JUST saw this sh*t!!!

2010-12-20T15:51:00.000-05:00

From the director of Requiem for a Dream.

Uhhhh, yeah...go see this.

The EPIC story of the bruhs...brought to life, in video form...

2010-12-20T15:44:00.000-05:00

Iono if these guys ARE the bruhs...but, this is DEF some sh*t that the bruhs would do...THEREFORE, I have no choice but, to #cosign