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Gin and Juice: Hip-Hoppers on steroids?
PopWatch —
... Even if the allegations are true, what's the big deal? None of the celebs is accused of breaking the law, but are we supposed to be shocked to learn that musicians might be injecting dangerous substances into their bodies? (As for Perry: Well, he does like to dress in drag, but I don't think hormone injections are the reason.) And while the scandal probably won't help sales of Fiddy's vitamin water, it's not likely to harm any of the musicians' public images, as this Times commentary piece notes. Though I do love the Times' headline: "Jeepers, Rappers, Where’d You Get ...
Rap Sheet: Take A Stand
Complex Blog —
... Pumped up: The New York Times looks at allegations of rappers using steroids and decides to quotes idiot “Hip Hop author” Jeff Chang, “There’s always the battle aesthetic at work, this idea that you’re going to go up there and show that you’re badder than everybody else. It’s part of the swagger that hip-hop carries.” ...
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Wanting that "perfect look" may be reason enough music artists using steroids - The New York Times (registration may be required) Despite media reports, ...
