powerbaby said:

I didn't mean the poem, I meant the album.
[Edited 11/9/06 9:48am]

butter4yourmuffin said:

EVERYTHING IS NOT MENT FOR EVERYBODY*** AS YOU KNOW*** NOT EVERYONE CAN UNDERSTAND * GOD * LOVE * PASSION * DESIRE * FANTASY * FAITH * AND KINDNESS *SORRY THAT YOU JUST SO HAPPEN TO BE ONE OF THOSE PEOPLE! GOD BLESS YOU! DID YOU BUY THE CD? HUMMMMM I WONDER!

[Edited 11/10/06 14:11pm]

powerbaby said:

No, I didn't buy the CD, I listened to a handful of the samples. I don't think my not liking them has much to do with understanding any of the things you listed. I'm sure I have a decent grasp of those things. But I also understand when something isn't very good. That's not meant as a personal attack. If you're going to hawk your stuff on a public forum, you should expect people's honest opinion.
[Edited 11/15/06 1:29am]

butter4yourmuffin said:

HELLO EVERY ONE! PLEASE CHECK OUT MY NEW * AUDIO EROTICA * VIDEO PRESENTATION FOR THE WORLD OF POWER ROYAL! COMING SOON!!!!! AT www.myspace.com/powerroyal ENJOY! LOVE POWER * CHECK OUT MY BLOGS TOOOOO!
[Edited 11/17/06 9:00am]

powerbaby said:[quote]HELLO EVERY ONE! PLEASE CHECK OUT MY NEW * AUDIO EROTICA * VIDEO PRESENTATION FOR THE WORLD OF POWER ROYAL! COMING SOON!!!!! AT www.myspace.com/powerroyal ENJOY! LOVE POWER * CHECK OUT MY BLOGS TOOOOO!
[Edited 11/17/06 9:00am]
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SoulAlive said:

This is erotic and sexy? Romantic?

its like a bad black porno....

Robin, become more enlightened than this...


nigga, nigga what what....WTH? Black folks still usin' "nigga" like its ok




I will give you love on your art. You need to share more of your art.

Rhondab said:

I've been biting my tongue and not giving my unsolicited opinion until now...I have to agree with Rhonda B. This is NOT enlightened. This is base, common, old and tired. I'm torn about the use of the word "nigga." I refuse to use it personally, but I don't boycott every song/piece of art that does use it. I don't find it to be a sign of intelligence or enlightenment though. And the use of it here in this context is just...blah. Robin's not bringing anything new to the music world. Everything that she says in these songs has been said and in better, classier ways by a multitude of more talented artists.

And honestly Robin's "talk" on here seems uber-religious and almost conflicting with the type of things she puts in her songs. I know you can be both spiritual and sexual, but she seems like two different people between here and her music. Frankly she comes across as a bit...off.
I guess I'm just looking for more depth or at least a new spin on the sex thing. Nothing wrong with being a strong sexual woman, but do it in a thought provoking and sensual way. Or even if you're gonna be all out nasty, be GOOD at it at least. Make good songs. This music is just trashy sounding and tired. It just doesn't sound good and there's no market for it. The only play that it MAY get is in cheap porno movies.

I also agree with Rhonda about the art. Robin, stick to the art...PLEASE!
[Edited 11/19/06 17:49pm]

Terilicious said:

enough said

as we get older and experience a deeper sense of our sexuality, it should be more that having sex in the back of a truck

Rhondab said:

Come, come now. If ol' girl wants to talk about doing it in a truck, what is wrong with that? There are songs that I am certain all of you like that have no deep, meaningful value at all.
I have read in some threads about some of the trash that y'all like. So cut the girl some slack there.
However, my only problem is that I don't think it should be promoted as some female empowerment or spiritual angelic type thing. Because it's far from it. If you're wriggling around on your site talking "nigga nigga what.. etc etc", just leave it at that and don't try to make it some kind of religious experience. Don't try to make it deepr that what it is. That's what's confusing folks around here. It's not my taste, to be sure, but there's a market for everything. I honestly just don't know what she is trying to do with that. But if her goal is female empowerment, she's going about it all wrong.

alwayslate said:

please don't take it out of context....i'm on the same page as you are. My comments are an extension the other thread AND I feel exactly the same.

This isn't enlightened if you're going to talk about women's empowerment, God and angels, blah, blah, blah.

Once again, the insanity needs to end.

Rhondab said:

NIGGA FOR ME IS MY THING! THE WORD IS USE IN THE HIP-HOP WORLD TO MEAN LOVE OF ANOTHER BLACK CHILD! SEE THERE IS NO WORD SO POWERFUL THAT IT CAN NOT BE TURNED AROUND I CHOOSE TO USE IT THAT IS MY CHOICE....AND AS FAR AS THE WORD FUCK IT MEANS TO HAVE REALLY FREAKY SEXXXXX WITH THE ONE THAT YOU LOVE..FOR ME.....I AM WAITING....FOR THAT ONE....I EXPRESS MYSELF...MY SEXUALITY...MY DESIRES...MY WAY...YES I AM A FREAK..ALWAYS HAVE BEEN AND I ALWAYS WILL BE...HUMMMM THAT IS ONE OF THE REASONS THAT PRINCE LIKED ME SO MUCH ..YES I AM SEXY...YES I AM A WOMAN...AND YES EVEN SOMETIMES I WATCH PORN..I DID WITH PRINCE ..MY WORLD IS MY WORLD...YOU DO IT YOUR WAY & I'LL DO IT MINE BIBLE STUDY FOR TODAY IS *****JOHN CHAPTER* 1-VERSES 50 & 51***JOHN CHAPTER 17- ALL VERSES***PSALM 5-VERSES 1,2 & 3***PSALM 50-VERSES 1,2 & 14,15****A MESSAGE TO MY KING PSALM 45 & AND THE SONG OF SONGS*SOLOMON* HAPPY THANKSGIVING MAKE SURE THAT YOU HIT MY BLOGS***** BLESSINGS & LOVE FROM GOD'S BABYGIRL* ANGEL * QUEEN***ROBIN POWER ROYAL****OHHHH YES I HAVE A NEW VIDEO SO CHECK IT OUT AT www.myspace.com/powerroyal
SEARCHING FOR MY REFLECTION MY NIGGA MY
[Edited 11/22/06 10:16am]

powerbaby said:

That's hot powerbaby! I'm jealous.
Btw I just wanted to give you a I hope you are enjoying life sexy lady!

powerbaby said:

Robin, I don't think you're the only freak on this site. I think the problem people have is when it becomes hey baby let's fuck and then now gather round for bible study. If you want to go from fuckin' to reading your bible, more power to you, but it just sounds like mixing green beens and ice cream. The two are great, but not together, for most people, that is. I'm not a big fan of the "N" word, but again, if it's your thing then I'm like hey, indulge. I'm not here to tell you how to live. I think you are doing an excellent job as an independent artist promoting your works.

I went and listened to your music and I will give you my honest and objective opinion for what it's worth. I know what you're trying to do. Some of my favorite artists are Delerium, Enigma and there was an album I had from a 70s group called either "Belle du Jour" or "Belle Noir" that wore lingerie back in the mid-70s and they recited erotica in French to music way before Vanity 6 came out. I also enjoy the poetic works of the Punany Poets. I enjoy techno, drum and bass and eclectic type music. Personally, for next time I would add in more atmospheric keyboards and maybe do some different sounds on your vocals. The way it stands now, it sounds too empty, like its a demo or the song isn't filled in enough. I leaves me wanting more in a number of places. I would consider getting with a producer to help you achieve a better sound and develop it better. I also would lay off the "messiah" thing like you're here to find your sheep to lead. Why do you need to lead anyone? Artists do this I am gonna teach the minions and for me it's a big turnoff which is why I've sort of stayed away from this thread. I am my own person just like you are. I have done probably just as much or more than you have in some respects, so I don't need anyone to lead me or teach me anything, especially sexually. If I like your music I will buy it. It's as simple as that. You'll get much more from me by being humble about your art because I believe much that goes into art is channeled by other sources and it isn't all that one person.

Good luck to you.

LQ

LadyQ said:

good post LQ

well said LQ.

well put LQ!! My thoughts exactly!

Terilicious said:

Hello Everyone!

Hope all had a pleasant holiday with families & friends

I'm a little disappointed by this thread I started. When I gave my review/opinion it was because I personally enjoyed the music ! I am absolutely amazed at how judgmental and critical you ladies are of Robin it's like you have a personal vendetta out for her. I agree the sound/lyrics are different and to some it may have no substance or comes across as being disrespectful. To others it may be the complete opposite a beautiful piece of art! However, when was the last time you didn't agree/like something...did you attack it as you have her music and her lifestyle? If so I assume that's just your nature?

I overstand the issues some have with the intertwine of God VS the Extreme sexuality she bewitched. This is all going on in her mind, body, soul it's apparent. Who are any of us to judge the way she lives life or what she believes. We're not perfect either, and last time I checked none of US were the creator over any soul.
We are all human and adults here, we've all made great mistakes some big some small. People are human beings have we forgot this? We're entitled to our own lifestyle, opinions, likes & dislikes, faults, accomplishments, highs and lows.

Thou shall not judge...So with that being said I kindly and respectfully ask you all to please stop pointing fingers and throwing stones? We all have manners and we all know right from wrong. Remain pleasant/polite, don't try to dissect, degrade, downgrade, or judge a person because of what they believe, how they sound, how much substance you think he/she may have because how they live. Seriously we are phenomenal women here. Let's conduct ourselves accordingly. We can do it!

Remember, this world is made up of many different multitudes of humanity that I find it heartbreaking we're still so critical of one another. Everyone walks in their own path of light/darkness. We all travel many roads, some straight and narrow some wide and glorious. It was written. Each INDIVIDUAL is gifted in their own way regardless if the next person understands the gift or not feel me?

For the Ladies and you know who you are, you come across as being quite intellectual. You also come across as many other things. However it is not my place to publicly post my negative opinion of you because WHAT"S THE POINT?

What GOOD comes out of publicly posting negative opinions of someone? I would rather view you in a positive light than dwell on the other things you clearly display. Seems like you know a lot all around the board, and are attempting to reach out as a guidance counselor of some sort am I wrong or are you just here to throw sticks and stones? My only suggestion is try a POSITIVE, PEACEFUL, NON-JUDGEMENTAL approach if you want positive reaction from your counseling.


I would like to thank you ladies for reading this I truly believe we can be positive and supportive of one another.

Peace & Blessings Love & Light

Natasha

yahshimom said:

You see, that's the thing with public forums. If you put your stuff out there, we all have every right to talk about it. I'm sure you've heard the quote, "if you can't stand the heat, get the hell out the kitchen."

yahshimom said:

hmmmmm...very interesting.

I think its very positive that many of us are being honest and forthcoming. No one has a vendetta out for Robin to say the least. I think each person offered a sincere opinion of her MUSIC and what she has said. No one has banished her to hell for the suject matter of her music BUT I think with this being a public forum, we each have the right to comment on what we read or even see.

Personally, I find it very positive what Terilicious and LQ stated to Robin. It was constructive criticism of her work AND her words not only on this thread but the last. If anything your post is condescending in that you actually believe that you're providing a positive stance because YOU enjoyed her music and you "get" where she is coming from and yet take issue because others don't. You also made a comment that some of the women, and you are probably were including me in that, were coming off...oh well, oops can't say. And that was POSITIVE?

When my friends tell me i'm off track or that i'm heading in the wrong direction or they don't agree with what I've said or done, why would have instantly find that a negative point of view? She's in the music business and ppl will offer an opinion of her music.


If art and beauty are subjective (and they are), then nothing negative has been said. I would be more concerned with those that are only interested in her "celebrity" and will say glowing things not matter what she does or says.

Positivity isn't just glowing words and praises. Posivity is also looking clearly at what is presented and offering up and HONEST opinion. Personally, I like Robins art but I don't care for her music. I think her art is a better expression of the innerself. That's not being judgmental. Just an opinion. She wants us to listen to her music, so we did.




If you enjoyed the music, great yahshimom. Support Robin, buy her music, etc.





I'm with LQ, green beans and ice cream.

yahshimom said:

Girl, WHATEVER!
My opinions and posts were not a personal attack of Robin. You can't say the same for your post here.
Robin doesn't seem to have a problem with our opinions. As long as she'e been around I'm sure she knows that you can't please everybody. Girl get over yourself and remove your nose from Robin's ass. And don't act like we don't have love for another female just because we don't like her music or whatever. Child please...
[Edited 11/25/06 17:58pm]

yahshimom said:

Wow Natasha, and I suppose this is your way of being positive and supportive, and to stop being negative and judgmental - group hugs and all. Sounds like somebody needs to practice what they preach.

Funny, but I never attacked Robin personally, I merely gave my opinion of her approach and I thought I was offering constructive criticism on her CD. Then here you come attacking people here who didn't say anything positive about Robin with your "if you can't say anything nice then don't say anything at all" theory. You're acting like the mother who slaps their kid telling them not to hit their sister. Smiling in everyone's face talking huggie bunnies and shooting daggers at them behind their back.

I don't care what you think about me because I already know I'm nuts and I come here to .org to play and talk shit, so I'm not out to win any brownie points with anybody for the Dr. Phil award.

It would be interesting to note that if Robin was just another orger how open would you have been to go listen to and buy her CD? At least I go and listen to music that other people here have done on the artist page and have given them my opinion of it. I don't just limit myself to people who have hung around Prince.

LQ

this thread is getting interesting...lol

SoulAlive said:

lol...oh hush.


some need to "OVERSTAND" how not to be condescending and hypocritical.

Constructive criticism isn't being negative.

its so tiresome that some have cloaked themselves with having Robin's best interest at heart but actually do more harm than good.

Rhondab said:

True. I can't believe the discussion of someone's 'artistic pursuits' has come back down to this. AGAIN. As if all are not in glowing favor and shouting AYE from the rooftops they're part of an imaginary lynch mob. Bullocks.

Oh well, like the old Savannah Band song says in 'Cherchez Le Femme',

'...they'll tell you a lie with a Colgate smile, baby'....

That being said, a question to Robin: have you had a chance at all to get into the work of Ursula Rucker? The spoken word poet who addresses a myriad of women's themes via electronica & hip hop? She does approach sexual themes in her work quite often and may be of interest to you.

Krystal666 said:

I AM SO BLESSED BABYGIRL! AND THANKYOU FOR YOUR COMMENT ABOUT IT BEING HOTTTTT I HAVE MISSED YOU AND THE LOVE THAT YOU SHOW ME! I NEED AS MUCH AS I CAN GET AS YOU CAN SEE

LadyQ said:

HAVE YOU EVER THOUGHT THAT I MIGHT LIKE GREENBEANS & ICE CREAM! AND AGAIN TO ME THE WORDDDDD FUCK MEANS TO HAVE REALLY FREAKY SEX WITH THE ONE OR ONE'S THAT YOU LOVE! AND THEN THE TWO OR THREE OR FOUR OF YOU CAN ALL SIT DOWN AND READ THE BIBLE TOGETHER IF THAT IS WHAT FLOTS YOUR BOAT! BABY
[Edited 11/28/06 8:08am]
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LadyQ said:

MY MUSIC IS WHAT IT IS! I HAVE SO MANY SONG'S THAT IT WOULD MAKE YOUR HEAD SPIN! AND AS FAR AS GOD! I AM SEEKING THE LIVING GOD TO JOIN ***ME THE HOLY SPIRIT ***TO BUILD HEAVEN ON EARTH*** FOR THE LONELY***LOST***HUNGRY*** CHILDREN OF THIS WORLD*** WHO NEED A MOMMY AND A DADDY
[Edited 11/28/06 8:18am]
WHO NEED TO BE LOVED! PLEASE REMEMBER WITH GOD ALL THINGS ARE POSSIBLE & REMEMBER IT'S ABOUT PROCREATION.....MAKING BABIES....LOVE ...DESIRE...PASSION! SOUL MATES ****DO YOU HAVE MY CD OR DID YOU JUST LISTEN TO THE MUSIC CLIPS**** HUMMMM I WONDER! I MAKE MY MUSIC MY WAY & YOU CAN MAKE YOURS YOUR WAY AND THEN WE WILL ALL BE HAPPY! GOD BLESS YOU & LOVE POWER!
[Edited 11/28/06 8:22am]

powerbaby said:

I'm glad you remember me powerbaby!! You are really blessed with beauty, strength and sexiness. I don't think people realise how natural it is for you to feel as sexual as you are because women and men interact with you differently because of what you look like. But you are not just looks you are a very unique woman..even though I never met you I sense that you are a special woman to know.

I admire you alot. I've always liked Prince's taste in women and the "Prince girls" always looked so confident, sexy, classy and feminine. Smart too. You included. In my mind you girls were the epitimy of womanhood. Alot of people saw his portrayal of females as sexist but I didn't really get that feeling. It all kind of seemed like that was what you were like naturally. I thought you girls had strength in your feminity which is something I have always wanted to develop. I'm not talking about anyone specific on here but sometimes I am shocked at how uptight some Prince fans are on here and how repressed they seem..but I don't know I guess everyone has to express themselves with what feels comfortable and most nautral for them.

Good luck with your next artistic prodject Robin! I hope this brightens your day!