#Scott Storch

[tha-wrecka-stow]

#rap & hip-hop #rap #hip-hop #hiphop #2000s #00s #music #eve #eve jeffers #Let Me Blow Ya Mind #Gwen Stefani #no doubt #scorpion #dr. dre #scott storch #ruff ryders #gif

[seftes]

#music #r&b #beyonce #me myself and i #Dangerously In Love #Scott Storch #2003 #Youtube

[thejoyofviolentmovement]

New Audio: FIOR Shares a Sultry New Bop

New Audio: FIOR Shares a Sultry New Bop @zoefioravanti @scottstorch @heygroover @romainpalmieri @DorianPerron

Zoe Fioravanti is a rising, self-taught singer/songwriter and pop artist, who can trace the origins of her musical career to her childhood: Fiovaranti’s father, who managed bands in the ’90s gifted her a toy piano that she learned to play by ear when she was just eight. Early on, her self-taught style was heavily influenced by Billy Joel, Amy Winehouse, Adele, and Michael Jackson.  As a…

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#electro pop #FIOR #FIOR Let Me Go #FIOR Undercover Lover #FIOR YOYO #indie electro pop #indie pop #New Single #Scott Storch #Single Review #Single Review: FIOR Undercover #Single Review: Undercover Lover #Undercover Lover #women who kick ass

[hiphop]

#Thurmond #scott storch #hip hop #Youtube

[lezeto]

How Much is Scott Storch’s Net Worth?

Scott Storch is an American record producer in the Hollywood Industry. He is also a songwriter. But most people know him as the finest American record producer. Scott Spencer Storch was born on 16 December 1973. His parents are Joyce Yolanda Storch and Phil Storch. He was born in the Canadian province of Nova Scotia.

#Scott Storch

[musicarenagh]

Acclaimed Producer Scott Storch And Miami Songstress Fior Releases “Undercover Lover”

Acclaimed Producer Scott Storch And Miami Songstress Fior Releases “Undercover Lover”

Scott Storch has collaborated with some of the most successful musicians in the world, such as Beyoncé, Dr. Dre, and Christina Aguilera, to mention just a few. To even get his attention, much alone his time and skill, is a significant accomplishment in and of itself. However, this is just what Fior, a promising young artist from Miami, has been able to do. Independent musician Fior creates music…

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#Acclaimed Producer Scott Storch And Miami Songstress Fior #Acclaimed Producer Scott Storch And Miami Songstress Fior Releases “Undercover Lover” #Fior - Undercover Lover

[viviplaynet]

Acclaimed Producer Scott Storch And Miami Songstress Fior Releases “Undercover Lover”

Acclaimed Producer Scott Storch And Miami Songstress Fior Releases “Undercover Lover”

Scott Storch has collaborated with some of the most successful musicians in the world, such as Beyoncé, Dr. Dre, and Christina Aguilera, to mention just a few. To even get his attention, much alone his time and skill, is a significant accomplishment in and of itself. However, this is just what Fior, a promising young artist from Miami, has been able to do. Independent musician Fior creates music…

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#Acclaimed Producer Scott Storch And Miami Songstress Fior #Acclaimed Producer Scott Storch And Miami Songstress Fior Releases “Undercover Lover” #Fior - Undercover Lover

[katruna]

#beedle the bard #scott storch but medieval #bardcore #Youtube

[takunwilliams]

Scott starch 

#Scott storch #producer #legend #pop art #portrait

[tha-wrecka-stow]

#rap & hip-hop #rap #hip-hop #hip hop #hiphop #music #2000s #00s #jadakiss #mariah carey #kiss of death #the lox #scott storch #styles p #sheek louch #gif

[most-iconic-rap-beats-tournament]

#tournament #redemption rounds #day n nite #her #me against the world #lean back #hate it or love it #top back #if i can't #polls

[luckystriker30-blog]

Soul eater's soundtrack is basically the greatest hits of the 2nd bush administration.

"So Scandalous" sounds like something Pharrell Williams or Scott Storch left on the cutting-room floor.

"So Crazy" is straight up just "Independent Women" by Destiny's Child.

"Never Lose Myself" is emo as fuck, right down to the slightly annoying singing.

"Psychedelic Souljam" sounds a bit like Gorillaz to me, or at least reminds me of "Feel Good Inc."

The exception to this is "Bang! Bang! Bang!" and "Camellia". One of these is just pretty Japanese music. The other is a bizarre genre mashup of electronic, bluegrass, and jazz.

#soul eater

[rubylioness]

Also, Scott Storch (who has a rumor that can’t seem to find anymore abt him allegedly SA’ing a blacked-out Britney Spears in ‘07) evidently introduced a 13yr old Chris to not only strip clubs but marijuana and it’s just… What is wrong w ppl?? 🧍🏽‍♀️

#hollyweird #chris brown #Scott Storch

[dannydotexe]

"people talk a lot about you on the internet. they talk about cocaine, turf wars, missing journalists... but you know what they never say? how big your heart is - you're beautiful, you're humanitarian, and you throw the best parties in the world. so from all of us, we thank you."

- el rubio's speech to himself, read by scott storch

#i cackle every time i watch this part #he's just eating it all up #LOOK AT HIM #that fucking dork #ugh #gta online #grand theft auto online #grand theft auto #grand theft auto 5 #gta #gtav #el rubio #juan strickler #el rubio gta

[mymelodic-chapel]

Paris Hilton- Paris (Dance-Pop) Released: August 22, 2006 [Warner Bros. Records] Producer(s): Scott Storch, Fernando Garibay, J. R. Rotem, Dr. Luke, Greg Wells, Kara DioGuardi, Rob Cavallo

#dance-pop #2000s #2006 #Paris Hilton

[ren-in-mac143]

Discussion Presentation: Race and Representation

"Can't Hold Us Down"

"Can't Hold Us Down" by Christina Aguilera featuring Lil' Kim is a significant track from Aguilera's 2002 album "Stripped." Released in 2003 by RCA Records, this R&B and hip-hop song, marked by a dancehall outro, delves into themes of gender double standards and feminism. The track was written and produced by Scott Storch, with Aguilera and Matt Morris contributing to the songwriting. The song was distributed as a CD single across various countries and also received a 12-inch edition release in the United States. Lyrically, "Can't Hold Us Down" is a forthright critique of societal double standards, where men are often celebrated for behaviors that lead to women being negatively judged. This feminist anthem encourages women to be assertive and challenges the notion that women should be passive. Notably, the lyrics suggest a rebuke directed at rapper Eminem, who had previously referenced Aguilera in his songs. The song's reception was mixed. While some critics found the lyrics confrontational and empowering, others critiqued it as lackluster or a waste of talent. It garnered a nomination for Best Pop Collaboration with Vocals at the 2004 Grammy Awards but did not win. Despite these mixed reviews, "Can't Hold Us Down" has been recognized as a feminist anthem and a significant piece in Aguilera's discography, marking an important moment in feminist pop music. Commercially, the single achieved notable success. It reached number 12 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 and charted within the top ten in many countries worldwide. The music video for "Can't Hold Us Down," directed by David LaChapelle, was inspired by New York City's Lower East Side of the 1980s. Set on a Los Angeles soundstage, the video features a confrontation between Aguilera and a man, culminating in a symbolic act of defiance. The video, however, garnered some criticism for potentially conflicting with the song's feminist message due to its provocative nature.

"The Blackness of Blackness: A Critique on the Sign and the Signifying Monkey"

Tales of the Signifying Monkey, a symbol deeply entrenched in African American folklore. In the Blackness of Blackness essay, Henry Louis Gates' central thesis revolves around "signifying", which he argues, transcends mere linguistic meaning and embodies a form of cultural and political resistance, a way for African American writers to navigate and challenge the complexities of their social and historical contexts. Just as African American literary tradition has used signifying to assert identity and resist marginalization, contemporary artists like Christina Aguilera use music to voice similar struggles against societal constraints and injustices. In "Can't Hold Us Down", her direct confrontation of gender stereotypes and double standards mirrors the subversive nature of signifying in African American literature. She asserted:

"If a guy have three girls then he's the man,

He can even give her some head and sex her raw,

If a girl do the same then she's a whore."

The first line, "If a guy have three girls then he's the man," points to the common societal trope where men are often praised or admired for having multiple sexual partners. This is a reflection of a deeply ingrained mindset that equates masculinity with sexual conquest. The male is depicted as a figure of admiration for his ability to attract and engage with multiple partners, reinforcing traditional notions of male dominance and virility.

The second line, "He can even give her some head and sex her raw," delves into more explicit sexual territory, highlighting the freedom and lack of judgment men often experience in their sexual exploits. This line underscores the perceived entitlement of men to engage in sexual acts without fear of societal retribution or moral judgment.

And lastly, "If a girl do the same then she's a whore" sharply contrasts the previous malely behaviors, exposing the starkly different societal attitudes towards women who exhibit similar sexual behaviors. When a woman engages in the same level of sexual activity as her male counterparts, she is often subject to harsh judgment and derogatory labeling.

Overall, these lines criticize a pervasive societal hypocrisy where men and women are judged and valued differently for the same actions. In Gates' framework, the these lyrics can be seen as an act of 'signifying' against patriarchal structures. They reveal and critique the hypocrisy in societal attitudes toward sexuality, paralleling how African American writers use signifying to address and resist racial stereotypes and injustices.

“STEREOTYPE, REALISM AND THE STRUGGLE OVER REPRESENTATION”

In "Stereotype, Realism", Ella Shohat and Robert Stam delve into the field of media representation, particularly in cinema, focusing on the portrayal of ethnic, racial, and colonial subjects. They critique the narrow focus on verisimilitude in media representations, which often perpetuates stereotypes rather than challenging them. They argue that representations in media are a "delegation of voice", influencing public perception and understanding of various communities​​​​​​​​. Just as the authors critique the media's role in perpetuating stereotypes and reinforcing societal norms, Aguilera's song challenges the stereotypical representation of women as passive or submissive. She asserted 2 consecutive questions at the very beginning of the song:

So, what, am I not supposed to have an opinion?

Should I keep quiet just because I'm a woman?

Firstly, the rhetorical question "So what am I not supposed to have an opinion?" challenges the often unspoken rule that women should be passive or less vocal about their views, especially in domains traditionally dominated by men. This line questions the legitimacy of societal norms that dictate women's behavior, suggesting a rebellion against the idea that women's opinions are less valuable or should be suppressed.

The follow-up question, "Should I keep quiet just because I'm a woman?" further underscores the gender bias inherent in expectations around speech and expression. This line directly confronts the sexist notion that a woman's primary role is to be seen and not heard, a concept that has long been used to marginalize and silence women. By posing this question, Aguilera not only rejects this outdated stereotype but also empowers her listeners, particularly women, to question and resist these societal norms.

These lines, act as a form of counter-narrative, pushing against the dominant media, portraying the often marginalized or silenced women's voices. They also embodies the concept of "progressive realism" that Shohat and Stam discuss, where marginalized groups use media to combat dominant, stereotypical narratives. The song's assertive tone and its message of female empowerment and resistance against gender stereotypes exemplify an alternative narrative, one that challenges the traditional representations and pushes for a more nuanced, respectful portrayal of women.

Discussion Questions!

How do societal expectations regarding gender roles and sexuality manifest in today's dating culture, and what steps can individuals and communities take to address and change these double standards?

In what ways do current popular music and other forms of media challenge or reinforce stereotypes about gender and sexuality? Discuss with examples from recent years.

Reflect on the concept of "signifying" as a form of resistance. How do marginalized groups today use social media and other digital platforms to signify their identities and resist stereotypes?

Consider the role of media representation in shaping societal views. How can media producers, consumers, and critics work together to ensure more diverse and realistic portrayals of all genders and ethnicities?

#oxyvisualanalysis