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Today In History

Marvin Gaye was a major force in twentieth century music—a singer of rare sensitivity, a versatile pianist, expert drummer, writer of startling originality and producer capable of seamlessly integrating a multitude of melodic strands. Beyond his great popularity, his impact on artists of his generations and generations to come is enormous.

Like no artist before or after, Gaye possessed an uncommon cool for combining the secular and spiritual. A man who lived much of his life at war with himself, music was his refuge, the place where he generated wondrous harmony.

Marvin Pentz Gay Jr. was born in Washing, D.C. on this date April 2, 1939.

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[tuber777rishi]

Observation Helps

It was my first day at college as a DSY (Direct Second Year) student, so I was two months behind the rest of the class. I tried talking to some classmates, but being a DSY student, the regulars weren’t that friendly. Then, I met another DSY student named Neil Sanders.

When we first talked, Neil wouldn’t stop bragging about himself—his father’s business, how rich he is, what we should be doing, and more. Honestly, it was overwhelming. He kept talking about himself so much that it was almost frustrating. He even dragged me to the library to get a reference book for a subject. At first, I thought, Maybe he’s smart, maybe he’s focused on studying.

But instead of judging him immediately, I decided to observe. As we searched for the book, he kept bringing up topics I had zero interest in. He even admitted that his friends often ditch him because of his annoying personality. That was a red flag, but I kept listening and observing. I knew that sometimes, people who seem difficult can still be useful—especially if they have connections, like Neil’s rich dad.

After a few days of observation, it became clear: Neil wasn’t the big deal he made himself out to be. Sure, his dad had a business, but all that talk about how great he was? Pure exaggeration. And then it clicked—he was doing all this to get attention from girls. Neil was a classic simp, someone who will step on anyone for validation, but won’t have your back when you need help. I’ve seen this type before—they cause you trouble, ask for help, and then disappear when it’s your turn to need something.

So, in the end, I keep my distance. I’m around him, but I’m not with him.

Observation really helps you figure out who your real friends are—and who’s just looking out for themselves.

[earth2br3]

Self Control -Frank Ocean

[in-tenebris-et-in-solitudine]

I don't know who needs to hear this but.. that was exactly their intentions. They meant to do that. Don’t be fooled.

[simseez]

[thesincerelytracey]

You know when someone truly love themselves, it shows in how they treat others…Also, how much they hate themselves

Pay attention to how people treat others. That includes you, certain people and more importantly how they treat themselves. Then you will find out what kind of character they have and stop ignoring the signs! Most people know how fucked up they are and the fact that you choose to deal with them is giving desperation which screams to them you’re easy to manipulate because clearly you’re in denial about the obvious…

Sincerely,Tracey

“If you’re a lover at heart, you can’t help but disperse that love wherever you go”

Kevin Gates

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Sandra Bland: Say Her Name

Sandra Annette Bland was a 28-year-old woman from Chicago, who was taken into custody by a state trooper in Prairie View, Texas, following a minor traffic violation on July 10, 2015. Many people consider Sandra’s traffic stop to be a textbook case of rampant racial profiling.

After authorities reviewed the dashcam footage, the white state trooper who arrested Sandra was placed on administrative leave for failing to follow proper traffic stop procedures. He was subsequently indicted for perjury for making false statements about the circumstances surrounding Sandra’s arrest, and he was fired. On July 13, 2015 just three days after being arrested, Sandra Bland was found hanged in her jail cell and her death was ruled a suicide.

Most of us today have suspicions about the alleged suicide.

Rest In Peace… Rest In Power.

CARTER™️ Magazine

[cyarskj1899]

Diddy ALLEGEDLY ▪️ Dislocated Drake's shoulder over "0 to 100" beat ▪️Slapped J.Cole for taking up for Kendrick Lamar ▪️Blew up Kid Cudi's car for dating Cassie ▪️Tried to pour a drink on Kendrick Lamar because of his "Control" verse saying he's the King of NY ▪️Held Wale over a studio balcony for supposedly flirting with Cassie BUT people don't believe he assaulted and raped Cassie 😬🗑️

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[dmardsanddaisies]

There's something about adding new stickers to your laptop... MMF! ✨💕

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[mixdgrlproblems]

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