I am pretty sure if you are a hip-hop fan, let alone a T.I. fan you would be interested in knowing the words or reasons behind T.I. latest album cover artwork for 'Paper Trail'. In an email sent to MTV news on Monday, the rappers elaborates on why he chose this particular album cover for his sixth LP.
We didn't want to just do a typical cover, especially for my sixth album," T.I. told us via e-mail. "I wanted to try something a little more different. The illustration for Paper Trail pays an obvious homage to my rekindled affinity for writing my lyrics down as well as displays my commitment to keep my art slanted towards the abstract.
In other news, if you thought 'No matter what' or 'Swing your rag' was the first single from Paper Trail..guess again. A reader has recently informed me that in a myspace blog entry posted today on his music page, it reads: Wednesday, July 16, 2008
1st Official Single "Whatever You Like" off PAPER TRAIL has arrived!
Check out my audio player right now to hear the 1st official single "Whatever You Like" produced by Jim Jonsin, off my new album PAPER TRAIL in stores September 9th!
There is no denial that T.I. is bringing the heat for this summer. From his club banger 'Swing your Rag' produced by Sweatz Beats that always manages to get me on the dance floor when it comes on, and not to forget from his latest single 'What up,What's happening' where he goes at his haters in the most slick yet interesting way and states "all dem videos ain't hurting me" HHHmmphh! I wonder who he's talking to, especially when the line 'Cauz I yell Bankhead I ain't mention your name and you feel left out' dropped. Above is the rumored photo album cover for his latest LP 'Paper Trail' which is due to hit stores in Sept.9-2008. You can listen to both songs by visiting his myspace music page.
Ladies and gentlemen, it is with great pleasure that I introduce you to the video of the year from the king of the south..NO ONE else but T.I. of course with his first single 'No matter what' from his upcoming album Paper Trail
Rapper T.I. is on the August '08 issue of XXL magazine. If I'm not mistaken the cover story 'Still da king' should includes everything from the recent events that have taken place in the rapper's life such as legal battles,childbirth etc..Be aware that his sixth stuido album 'Paper Trail' will be in stores September '08. On a sidenote, I like how the people over at XXl made that cover though, with the chalk touch and everything, it's a good look.
If I'm understanding this correcly. This commercial shows rapper T.I. pursuing his listeners/viewers to make a positive decision to go out and vote. I like the words in the video, because all of them have positivity and truth to them. Speaking of T.I., you might have taken notice that a few rappers taking shots at the bankhead native, so I felt it's only right that I put in my two cents on this here site since I pay for this shit anyways.
Before I start everything off, I am going to make it clear that this post was not and is not in any intention to give these p**sy ass thirsty stunts publicity, since that is what this whole thing is about in the first place. Also, I would like to also remind everyone what rappers like Flip,Gucci Mane and next Shaw Lo have in common,besides the fact that they are all whack! Well folks Flip wanted a battle with T.I. to sell records as well as Gucci and I know for a fact you're probably sayin' "oh yeah! whatever happened to the poor souls?" Well I'll tell you, they made the wrong move by attacking someone who is more than three times stronger than them in this game called HIP-HOP.
Coming back to my point, rapper "oh I got shot 9 times" 50 recently recorded a track where he goes at T.I :
Nowaways this rap shit ain't adding up/ How niggas get caught with 10 machine guns, only get 12 months?/Oo-weee, don't talk to me/ If you talking to him, you talking to them.../I got the best lawyers that money can buy/ they say at best they woulda got me 10 or maybe 9./I said, how do you explain how the homie breezed?/They said, you keep your mouth shut or you eat the cheese."
Now,Now,Now ..It's sad because 50 cent knows damn well he has a sh*t load of problems to deal with instead of worrying about the next man. Problems including his crazy-ass baby mama setting houses on fire, LLoyd Banks still taking it in the ass, his records aren't selling, making shitty songs that don't get airplays and last no matter how much $$ he has, he still looks like a damn champizee with rabbit ass buck teeths. I mean I understand you wanting some publicity stunt for when you're album comes out, but damn DON'T MAKE IT SO OBVIOUS FOOL! Also when I go on some of these sites, the word "snitch" keeps coming up around this issue. How dumb can people be? What in the hell or should I say who in the hell did he have to snitch on, when that bodygard snitched on him? What..he's going to know where the gus were purchased and one last thing. If T.I. did snitch on someone, don't you think there would already be retaliation since what? 6-8 months ago! Yo..I'm done with this fo'real. I feel dumb just even talking about it. Bye!
Xscape former singtress Tameka"Tiny"Cottle, better known as T.I.'s baby mama/wifey is gracing the cover of the July 2008 issue of Sister2Sister magazine looking extra fab! You might recall the cover photo or ones similar to it around the time the baby shower took place in Atlanta a couple weeks ago before baby Major was born.
I personally have not picked up the issue yet,but I can bet it will get very interesting. Will post up the scans in the near future or if anyone already has them. You can send them over for us.
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Honest to God, I am not saying this because I am a fan of this man. But that was a smart ass move on T.I.'s part to not respond to a non-existent thing trying his best of his ability to sell records. If you have been following ReppingBeantown.com for a while now, you know that I usually would have been posting the past videos or pitiful attempt from that thing that wants to become a rivalry of T.I. but I chose not too. Choose another stategy to sell records hood hopper.[SimplyDope.com]
Former xscape singer Tameka"tiny"Cottle and her hubby, rap superstar T.I. have something to celebrate! According to sources, Tiny delivered a healthy 7 pounds, 4 ounces and 21 inches long baby boy named Major "Chance" Phillant Harris Friday morning. Congratulations are definitely in order for the happy and we over at ReppingBeantow.com wish them all the best
The highly anticipated Bet exclusive segment of 'T.I. speaks' aired last night at 7:30pm. I am pretty sure lots of fans along with myself were anxiously awaiting for that 30 minute show where we had a chance to see T.I. answered very deep questions that we all have been asking ourselves following the Oct.2007 over-publicized ordeal. I have to admit that I did not expect that level of maturity in him concerning that event. When Bet black carpet co-host Touree threw questions at T.I., he gave very mature responses and remained very humble.[Click Here] to view the video courtesy of worldstarhiphop.com
After a lot of waiting, anxiety and all that. Rapper T.I. is back with his first single off his upcoming LP- Paper Trail titled 'No Matter What'
I have not heard this much strenght, hunger, realness since Trap Muzik. Don't get me wrong Urban Legend,King and T.I.vs T.I.P was on and popping. But he really took the past events that happened to him and turn it into pure victory!
I know these photos of T.I. might be a couple days old..but let me tell you when that man fans come in five(s) and ten(s) blowing up my daggone inbox with the (why's) & (when's) I haven't posted these photos of T.I. attending the Hip-Hop Summit a few days ago. It can get pretty hectic! So here you go *cough* Tria,MzTI,and others. Now leave me the hell alone I tell you! Just playing folks..I still love your visits *snickers*
Goddamn! *taking deep breaths* In a recent interview with ajc or mtv, I am sorry but I have no idea which one. Rapper T.I. admits to have lost at least $10 to $12 millions due to his recent situtation. I mean godamn again! it has not even been a year!
T.I. on losing millions:
GM had to back up off of me," he said. "There are films that I missed out on. Not speaking of, of course ... tours. Tons of business. I've probably lost about $10 to $12 million.Sometimes you laugh to keep from crying. But you know, I'm blessed to be able to be out here to make $10 to $12 [million] more. Especially considering I brought this all on myself. So you know — minimal injury. Maximum lesson learned.
T.I. on God's deed to him:
I feel blessed," he said. "Lucky ain't the word. It's by the grace of God that I'm here. When you do the amount of praying that anybody in a situation similar to mine spends the time doing, and for that prayer to work, and for you to have other people praying for you to get through the situation — or to see the situation beginning to look up — and not acknowledge that's what helped the situation, I think that's blasphemous.
T.I. on his wifey:
As far as a date, I'm not setting a date because then it's going to turn into a lot of fanfare," he said. "No relationship needs all that. It's more hazard than help. ... And you know today, as entertainers, as public figures, there's enough strain on a relationship as it is. I think that's a private moment for us and our families
According to xscape2xscape.com close source, Tameka"Tiny"Cottle is giving her fans (please note that I wrote fans) a chance to participate in the birth of her and T.I.'s upcoming child. To my understanding lots of fans wanted to somehow take part in this special occasion so here you go:
Registrant(s): TAMEKA COTTLE
Maiden/Alternate Name: TINY
Registry #: 42486169
Location: JONESBORO, GA
Expected Arrival Date: 05/25/2008
THEME: GREEN & GOLD WITH ACCENTS OF RED ARMY FATIGUE
Hip-Hop's most hated on, yet F-A-B couple a.k.a T.I.n.y have resurfaced on the scene! We all know the why and where of the situation, so no need to get on it. But I am glad to see them together looking so well coordinated with each other even through hard times *tears* That's what love is all about..*wiping tears off* LOL!
I am pretty sure right now that most of you are aware that southern rapper T.I. better known as the "only" King of The South plead guilty on March 27th in a Georgia court of law to federal weapons possession charges. This surely came as a shock to outsiders like myself, but I guess it was well agreed/known amongst the Grand Hustle family judging from several photos seen circulating on the internet. T.I. was sentenced to one year on house arrest, and one year in jail. But not before he completes a gangload of community services. 1,000 hours of a total 1,500 hours of community service to be exact.
Rapper T.I. pleaded guilty Thursday to federal weapons possession charges and is to be sentenced in one year, after completing a period of community service.
In the year that he is awaiting sentencing, T.I., whose real name is Clifford Harris, must complete at least 1,000 hours of a total 1,500 hours of community service, talking to youth groups about the pitfalls of guns, gangs and drugs.
Harris, 27, who was dressed in a gray business suit, told the judge he understands the terms of the agreement.
He pleaded guilty to possession of an unregistered firearm, possession of machine guns and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon.[SOURCE]
Xscape former member Tameka"Tiny"Cottle better known simply as Mrs.Harris was spotted attending her 12yr.old daughter's (Zonnique) birthday party this past friday in atlanta. Looking very fab in her pregnancy glow!
While on house arrest rapperT.I. called up Vibe recently to provide a brief update on future events, American Ganster and his thoughts on being an actor. Read a snippet of the interview after the cut. Thanks to Lexie for sending over the link.
VIBE: How do you feel about the reception American Gangster got?
TI: Man, I think that it was definitely a phenomenal experience. I’m proud of the film. It was definitely a learning experience that I took away from it. It got me a lot of respect as an actor and it kind of overrode all of the doubt that comes with hiring a rap artist as an actor in a major motion picture. Most of the time when people consider casting rappers as actors, it’s not in a movie of this magnitude. You know, it’s very few of us that can really be taken seriously in a movie like American Gangster. I’m proud to be one of them.
VIBE:What were some of the significant differences in terms of working on American Gangster as opposed to ATL?
T.I:[For] one ATL kind of revolved around my character. American Gangster accented around my character. I think that it’s very important as an actor to do both. It’s important to show people that you can carry a movie and it’s important to show people that you can come in and spice up a movie no matter how big it is, no matter whom else is in it to show that intimidation isn’t a factor, and that the size of the role isn’t a factor, that you can still come in and do your thing
VIBE:What did you learn from doing American Gangster?
T.I.:[That] Ridley [Scott] is one of the coolest cats you could ever meet. A person of his accomplishments, you’d expect a totally different man then what you get. Like when you meet him and he’s so cool, and he’s got on a hoody and some cargo pants and he’s just chilling. It’s kind of like, "Damn, I wasn’t really expecting this." And how much humility he has and how much time he takes to actually convey what he wants to see on screen. You know, most people wouldn’t be bothered. People with half his accomplishments or a fraction of his accomplishments wouldn’t be bothered as much. So I was really impressed by that. I was real impressed by how efficient he was. It was times we had five or ten minutes to get a shot done and people was saying “Aight well, I know we ain’t gonna get this shot” and he’s like, “Nah, let’s go!” And he’d walk on set and he’d say, “Well your character’s gone do this, this, this and this and he’s feeling like this, this, this and this, ba da boom ba da bing, ACTION! Cut! GO!” It was just like working with the ultimate professional. It was definitely an experience. [Read More]
