Nicki Minaj dispels myths and preconceptions about women in hip-hop in many of her songs and performances. She has fought for female artists to be respected for their talent and creativity and spoken out against sexism, misogyny, and objectification in the music industry. In the music business, Nicki Minaj has been a leading advocate for diversity and representation, frequently using her platform to strengthen the voices of women of color. Her success as a Black woman artist has presented difficulties. She challenged preconceived ideas about who can succeed in the music business and motivated other women to do the same.
Kitty (Catherine) Genovese was stabbed on the night of March 14,1964 with multiple supposed eyewitnesses but yet not one of them seemed to have called the police even hearing her pleas and cries for help. If only one of those eyewitnesses stepped up and called would it have saved Miss Catherine Genovese? Miss Genovese was getting home from work and exiting her vehicle when she saw a stranger approaching her, she started heading the opposite direction of her home. Catherine “got as far as a street light in front of a bookstore before the man grabbed her”(Pg 128) and stabbed her once in the middle of the street. The stranger returned a second time to Miss Genovese, she trying to make her way around the building that is by her apartment.
One woman has impacted the lives of young girls everywhere with her accomplishments. Selena Quintanilla, the Queen of Tejano music, had dreams of entertaining people with her voice. As a Latina singer she was overlooked for a few years fo her life. Suddenly, Selena's dream became much more than she could hope for. Not only was Quintanilla a singer, she was a spokesperson, model, actress, and fashion designer.
“Love and sacrifice are closely linked, like the sun and the light. We cannot love without suffering and we cannot suffer without love” said Saint Gianna. Saint Gianna always prayed and devoutly believed in God, even when she had a difficult decision to make. She trusted God and chose life, therefore she is an inspirational role model about how to respect life. Gianna Beretta was born to Alberto and Marie Beretta on October 4, 1922.
Nina Simone was an iconic singer, pianist, and civil rights activist who made a lasting impact on music and society. Born Eunice Kathleen Waymon on February 21, 1933, in Tryon, North Carolina, Simone was the sixth of eight children in a poor family. Despite her family's financial struggles, Simone showed an early aptitude for music and began playing piano at a young age. Simone's talent soon became evident to her family and community, and they raised money to pay for her music lessons.
There are many compelling voices that come to mind regarding the music industry, but none can compare to the "Queen of Soul" herself. Aretha Franklin, recognized for always demanding "R-E-S-P-E-C-T," was not only the ultimate female soul singer in the 1960s, but also one of the most prominent and powerful voices in pop history and an inspiration to women everywhere (Maslin). She formed a spectacular legacy over the past six decades in which she became the first female performer to be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, won a total of eighteen Grammy awards, and was the most charted female in the chart's history; all of this, along with many other impressive accomplishments, put together helped to create the musical genre now known as soul music (Remnick). Her powerful voice led to an even more powerful impact on the music industry, and more importantly the world as a whole.
There are many different types of gangs all around the world. I 've found out that they have street gangs, prison gangs,car clubs, and also biker gangs too. But the most dangerous gang in the world is Mara Salvatrucha. This gang is better known as MS-13. This is the most deadliest gang in the world.
Generose Angarola Saint Gianna Essay Fr. Tomasz Strzebonski December 3, 2015 Saint Gianna: Patron Saint of Women’s Health Saint Gianna was a physician, a working mom, professional woman, and a loving wife.
Sophia Amoruso ,founder and CEO of Nasty Gal, a business she launched in 2006.Born in San Diego in 1984. Amoruso at a young age started off with nearly anything and now owns one of the fastest growing online retailer in the country. Her first book she ever wrote #GirlBoss is something she wrote to inspire other and talk about entrepreneurship and career advice for young women. Its takes patience and dedication and the effort you put into something you believe will be worth it at the end. #GirlBoss shares Amoroso’s personal story and advice shes giving to young women that wants to start their own business but are intimidated by what they think they are capable of doing.
Although women in the workforce promoted feminine confidence, the music industry of this decade further advocated positivity in pop culture. Powerful women including Madonna, Paula Abdul, Tina Turner, and Whitney Houston influenced their fans to acquire inner beauty and strength through the messages in their music. One influential music artist from the eighties was Madonna, and because of her empowering videos and songs, she became a powerful icon for females to look to as a role model. Madonna became successful because of her music videos and was considered a symbol of female empowerment by her fans.
Amelia outland Mrs. Bumpus 8th ELA 16 May 2018 Moven Up How did celebrities, such as famous singers get to where they are today? Some of them did not make it at first, or they had a long journey to get to where they are today, or they just couldn't get a hit. Madonna became a singer because of her mother's passing. Lady gaga got a deal, but was then dropped. Shakira just couldn't get on the top charts in America.
Respect Essay Norma Jeane Mortensen, more commonly known as Marilyn Monroe, was born on June 1, 1926 in Los Angeles, California. “Imperfection is beauty, madness is genius and it’s better to be absolutely ridiculous than absolutely boring”-Marilyn Monroe. I respect Marilyn because she showed people that you don’t need to have a perfect body, smile, or anything to be beautiful in your own way. Marilyn went through a lot of difficulties in her life such as being raped at 11 and I respect that she kept on going through life with a bright smile(Biography.com). Yes, she’s known as a sex icon, but I mostly respect why she became a sex symbol and that’s because she didn’t feel that she had to be perfect to beautiful.
The Life of Madonna 1958 a legend was born.. August 16 Madonna Louise Ciccone born in bay city Michigan. came into this world to. Madonna had a huge a family she just 1 out of six of the children in her family. Tony and Madonna Louise Ciccone (Father And Mother) were very Catholic so therefore the whole family was Catholic. Her mother died around December 1, 1963 due to breast cancer making Madonna the leading lady in the household since she was the oldest out of all her siblings.
Lady Gaga and the Art of Subversion To say that Lady Gaga defies conventions is probably the understatement of the year. At a glance, her substance may not be easily noticed. However, deep appreciation and understanding of her music will prove that she is one of the most relevant artists of her generation. When she released Artpop, she proves everyone that she is here to stay. She takes music very seriously that she gradually defines the pop music of today.
165). A diva is often renowned for having vocal ability. Listening to ‘Material girl’ , Madonna’s voice is ‘quite thin and reedy, and lacking in power and resonance’ (Jones, 2008, p.165).