Friday, January 18, 2008

Today's Random Topic: Queen Latifah

I'm a big fan of Queen Latifah, the singer/actress and former rapper. Truth be told, I was never really a fan of her rap music, but I started watching her "Living Single" TV show from 1993 to 1998. on Fox. When I saw her as Matron "Mama" Morton in the film "Chicago" in 2002 I realized how talented a singer she is. Then in 2004 she came out with her first soul jazz/standards album, The Dana Owens Album, which I found fantastic. Her 2007 follow up album Travlin' Light was a fun collection of music styles. She continues to appear in a number of films, building up an impressive resume of acting credits. Queen Latifah has been spotted dining in Palm Springs several times, one of these days I hope to run into her downtown and sip martinis together at a swank lounge...

I went to see Queen Latifah in concert back in November when she brought her show to the Palm Springs area. I looked her in the eyes from my front row seat while she sang; she seemed to really enjoy herself while performing. Anyway I've decided that she is one of my favorite contemporary vocalists. Not sure who she is? Check this out:

Happy Friday!
-Rick Rockhill
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16 comments:

  1. Diane J StandifordJanuary 18, 2008 at 12:39 AM

    Gee, you got me all excited there when you said she "came out..." with her first jazz blah blah. I ADORE the Queen (saw her on Larry King last night)---she is just so fine in all she does.

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  2. Empress Bee (of the high sea)January 18, 2008 at 6:04 AM

    she IS a pretty little thing, isn't she?

    smiles, bee

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  3. AnonymousJanuary 18, 2008 at 6:15 AM

    great random topic today rick, I too like queen latifah. She is really funny-loved her in last holiday and that one with steve martin also.

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  4. limeJanuary 18, 2008 at 6:50 AM

    she's such a versatile performer and projects a strong, positive attitude

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  5. MarlupeJanuary 18, 2008 at 6:59 AM

    I agree with Lime. She is so positive and upbeat, you never see her trashy like Britney or Whitney.

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  6. UnknownJanuary 18, 2008 at 11:39 AM

    Wow. She does have a great voice. I guess i'll give that consideration when I pick out the next cd i want to buy. She's beautiful too. I've seen her in movies. She's good.

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  7. TWISIJanuary 18, 2008 at 12:47 PM

    all hail the queen!

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  8. snowelfJanuary 18, 2008 at 8:27 PM

    I agree, Rick!!! She is just one of those people who I just instantly like because she comes across so personable and genuine. I've loved her in everything I've seen with her in it. She's just awesome.

    Have a great weekend!

    --snow

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  9. CRUSTY MOM-EJanuary 19, 2008 at 6:01 AM

    GOOSEBUMPS!! SHe is a very classy woman!!
    Happy Saturday!!
    I'm dreaming of Costa Rica right now..it's -25something windchill below here, and I'm sure you can remember that feeling..DREADFUL!
    Send us some of your darling Palm Springs Sun please!!
    Blessed day,
    Elizabeth

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  10. SheilaJanuary 19, 2008 at 6:32 AM

    I like her too--post rap though. I wish she'd be a tad more selective in some movie choices but even in a bad movie she shines. Look forward to seeing a picture of you with her one day.

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  11. whimsical brainpanJanuary 19, 2008 at 1:08 PM

    She was awesome in Chicago and I adore her jazz albums.

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  12. Canadian flakeJanuary 19, 2008 at 6:38 PM

    She is amazing ...and can be absolutely hilarious... She is a very talented "comedic" actress also . I agree that she has some great pipes on her...

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  13. My adventuresJanuary 20, 2008 at 5:57 AM

    i've been a huge fan since she was in "living out loud" and played the jazz club singer... i LOVE her!!!

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  14. kenjuJanuary 20, 2008 at 9:17 AM

    I watched her in the movie Beauty Shop last night. The movie was a bit formulaic, but she is a treat for the eyes and ears anyway!

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  15. WATJanuary 21, 2008 at 7:55 AM

    But everyone knows Latifah by now, she's become quite a charismatic movie star.

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  16. UnknownJanuary 22, 2008 at 6:03 PM

    Queen Latifa is my Goddessssss! I love her so much and just absolutely a beautiful, beautiful, stunning woman. Thank you for posting.

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Thank you kindly.