Inspiration for my fellow blogger "Regina's Family Season."

This is to Regina over at "Regina's Family Season," and for anyone else who now has had so many burdens and trials to overcome. I have overcome so many things in my life and GOD will always be my passage. 

So big (((HUG))) to anyone out there who needs it today.

I am still gonna rise

You may write me down in history
with your bitter, twisted lies,
you may trod me in the very dirt
But still, like dust, I’ll rise.

Does my confidence in life upset you?
Why are you beset with gloom?
‘Cause I walk like I’ve got oil wells
Pumping in my living room.

Just like moons and like suns,
With the certainty of tides,
Just like hopes springing high,
Still I’ll rise.

Does my haughtiness offend you?
Don’t you take it awful hard
‘Cause I laugh like I’ve got gold mines
Diggin’ in my own back yard.

You may shoot me with your words,
You may cut me with your eyes,
You may kill me with your hatefulness,

But Get thee behind me obstacles

because , like air, I’ll still rise.

Old School Friday- I know all the words to this song, but I hate it

Time again for Old School Friday. I missed the last two weeks, (physical theraphy, school, life, ect..). but iriegal is back on track mon. There are some songs out there that really should NOT have been created, then the radio stations make sure we NEVER forget. They will play this song to death.

I absolutely hated this song, but I ended up singing it ...wth? ha ha.



and of course this one is so classic. This chauvanistic song just really has you getting down when you don't want to. I use to hate this song but but found myself singing it. then they did and OVERKILL on the radio and I really hated it.








CHECK OUT THIS OTHER WONDERFUL CONTRIBUTORS

- Electronic Village -Pam - pprscribe -

- Ms Grapevine - Pirouette -Quick - Vérité Parlant

-Marty - Kevin - Mahogany -Hagar's Daughter - Lisa C

-Chocl8t - DP - Dallassouth - - The Connoisseur -

- Regina - MsMarvalus - Clnmike - Vivrant Thing

-AJ - Sharon - RevvyRev - Prof. PC - Invisible Woman

-- Cooper - SJP -Bria - BklynQueen 86 - Hey Shae -

- From the Battlefield - Thembi - D Spot - Malcolm -

Old School Friday- Surprise

Well it is that magical day. Since I now have Fridays off I can actually participate- YEAH- and get to got to some of my favorite sites as well. This week's theme is a fun one. It is about songs people are surprised that Iriegal knows. Well, I have a very eclectic taste (as I am sure some of my favorite OSF family has was well).

So to start off I am dropping it with one of my favorites back in the day. The Little River Band has been my favorite for many years.




I also like Country. Yes Iriegal loves country music. I especially loved this song by the Dixie Chicks. I just loved the lyrics

Enjoy more participants

AJ - BklynQueen’86 - Bria - CC Groovy - Chocl8t - Cooper - Shawn - Danielle Vyas - DP - Fresh and Fab - Hagar’s Daughters - Invisible Woman - John - Keith - Kevin - Kim - LaKeisha - LaShonda - Lil Creole Pimp - Lisa C - Mahogany - Malcolm - Marcus - Martin - MarvalusOne - Mike - Mrs. Grapevine - MsLadyDeborah - Pjazzypar - Pop Art Diva - Quick - Regina - Revvy Rev - Shae-Shae - Sharon - SJP - Staci - Tami - Tha Connoisseur - Thembi - Vérité Parlant - Villager - Vivrant Thang - Wheneva Whateva - Zenobia

Old School Friday- Songs with Baby In the Title

Well, we have come to the end of the week. Wow where is the year going? Ms Grapevine and MarvalusOne have teamed up to create a meme titled Old School Friday. To join in the Old School Friday Fun go Here for guidelines.

This song is a remake from the Temptations hit, "Since I lost my Baby." Derrick Harriott was a huge artist in the 1970's in Jamaica.



I was crazy about him in the 70's. I had a poster of him on my wall.



This is another one of my favorite songs. This was a prelude to Reggae in Jamaica. This is SKA music. Now a days in Jamaica if this song is played at a party in Jamaica it means the party is over.




and I haven't visited any OSF sites yet, so don't know if anyone has this one but this was from a solo album by Jeffrey Osborne. Lawd that man's voice is to die for..and DEM LIPS MON

Please don't forget to visit the other OSF participants.



Electronic Village - Fresh And Fab - Danielle - Kim

- Ms Grapevine -Quick -Marcus LANGFORD

- Cassandra - Kevin -Mahogany -Hagar's Daughter - Lisa C

-Chocl8t - DP - Dallassouth - John - CC Groovy - Kreative Talk

-Marvalus One - Regina - Clnmike - Vivrant Thing

-AJ - Sharon - - Invisible Woman

-Beleiver 1964 - Cooper - SJP -Bria - BklynQueen 86 - Hey Shae -

- From the Battlefield - Thembi - D Spot - Malcolm -

Old School Friday- Childhood Singers

Wow, what a week, I can't believe it is almost the end of the month. I am on the West Coast so I know most have already gone to bed while I am writing this, but you guys know I love my "Old School Friday." Ms Grapevine and MarvalusOne have teamed up to create a meme titled Old School Friday. To join in the Old School Friday Fun go Here for guidelines.

First person that came to mind (of course it involves Reggae..lol)...was Bob Marley's children. Ziggy and the Melody Makers (which comprised of most of Bob's kids from Rita Marley), formed this group in the early 80's. This song was a very successful song for them in 1988.





I am dating myself. I use to love to watch the TED MACK HOUR. This was back in the 1960's. This show was the original "American Idol." I tracked down the rare footage of Irene Cara. It was interesting that because she "looked" Hispanic they played up that part of her heritage and didn't mention her African American roots. Ted Mack was one of the few television personalities that allowed blacks to perform on his show.



I am not to much a fan of this artist but no denying the quality and strength of her voice even at 7 years old. This is Christina Aguilera. Very mature sound



Please check out the other participants..ONELOVE




Please check out the other participants.



Electronic Village - Fresh And Fab - Danielle - Kim

- Ms Grapevine -Quick -Marcus LANGFORD

- Cassandra - Kevin -Mahogany -Hagar's Daughter - Lisa C

-Chocl8t - DP - Dallassouth - John - CC Groovy - Kreative Talk

-Marvalus One - Regina - Clnmike - Vivrant Thing

-AJ - Sharon - - Invisible Woman

-Beleiver 1964 - Cooper - SJP -Bria - BklynQueen 86 - Hey Shae -

- From the Battlefield - Thembi - D Spot - Malcolm -

Old School Friday- Heart of Heart

Well, I made it to the end of the week. Lawd is indeed good. I love this weeks theme- Songs with heart in the title. You have to understand I am a "closet" romantic. So this is right up my alley.




Ms Grapevine and MarvalusOne have teamed up to create a meme titled Old School Friday and since I love my music I had to sign up to join! To join in the Old School Friday Fun go Here for guidelines

I loved this song growing up. She was one of the more unnoticed people of the 70's but Candi Staton was he first who came to mind when I heard about this theme.








OMG....I can't believe I remember this. This is my "reggae" contribution this week. I actually liked the beat, but the video was chessy as hell. I wonder what happened to the guy in the video?





Have a HAPPY OSF!

Check ou the other participants


Electronic Village - Fresh And Fab - Danielle - Kim

- Ms Grapevine -Quick -Marcus LANGFORD

- Cassandra - Kevin -Mahogany -Hagar's Daughter - Lisa C

-Chocl8t - DP - Dallassouth - John - CC Groovy - Kreative Talk

-Marvalus One - Regina - Clnmike - Vivrant Thing

-AJ - Sharon - - Invisible Woman

-Beleiver 1964 - Cooper - SJP -Bria - BklynQueen 86 - Hey Shae -

- From the Battlefield - Thembi - D Spot - Malcolm -

Old School Friday- Sophomore Year

Well it is that magical time again. Wow, where does the week go? I had this crazy exam yesterday, so really ready to unwind. Ms Grapevine and MarvalusOne have teamed up to create a meme titled Old School Friday. To join in the Old School Friday Fun go Here for guidelines.

I didn't go to High School in this country so the closest I can get to Sophomore year in this country is what we call 4th Form (Jamaica follows the English tradition).This is interesting because in Jamaica most of the students graduate when they are 13- 14 years old. So many of my classmates were about that age. I wasn't, I was older because originally I transplanted from New York, back to Jamaica. Long story for one o those other days.

Anyhow,this was around 1976, now in Jamaica Reggae was just getting into full swing, but so was rap music. For some reason Jamaicans loved rap music. I think it reminded them of the music we called, "ROCKERS."

Speaking of ROCKERS one of the hottest artist out Jamaica then was "KILLER MILLER." The one and only JACOB MILLER. Take a listen mon.



One song though that sure nuff got you grooving was "CAR WASH" by ROSE ROYCE...It didn't matter how tired I was when that song came on I was bumping and jumping.



and last but not least the "BOOGIE FEVER" was coming of age..DISCO was on! You had to put on your bell foot pants and your platforms and get on that dance floor.

This is a song I remember getting down to





Please check out the other participants.

Electronic Village - Fresh And Fab - Danielle - Kim

- Ms Grapevine -Quick -Marcus LANGFORD

- Cassandra - Kevin -Mahogany -Hagar's Daughter - Lisa C

-Chocl8t - DP - Dallassouth - John - CC Groovy - Kreative Talk

-Marvalus One - Regina - Clnmike - Vivrant Thing

-AJ - Sharon - - Invisible Woman

- Cooper - SJP -Bria - BklynQueen 86 - Hey Shae -

- From the Battlefield - Thembi - D Spot - Malcolm -

Old School Friday

Hey, welcome back to Old School Friday. You know the blues are alright...So do all the old school
friday participants.




Ms Grapevine and MarvalusOne have teamed up to create a meme titled Old School Friday and since I love my music I had to sign up to join! To join in the Old School Friday Fun go Here for guidelines. Sometimes I feel like I have been singing the blues all my life. Always that guidance from above the keeps me above the water. I think many people can relate to this weeks theme. Even the though the blues might put you in a melancholy mood, it also makes you remember the good things in life.

My first choice is Albert Collins. He had this unique sound that many musicians have emulated over the years. He was nicknamed, "the iceman" by people in the industry. Check out the way he handles those strings.




Here is where Reggae meets blues (you know I have to throw my reggae in there). Roykey Creo Demonstrates Reggae Ska Samba Blues scales and licks down and up strokes skanking two and four for acoustic and electric guitars





Please check out the other participants.

Electronic Village - Fresh And Fab - Danielle - Kim

- Ms Grapevine -Quick -Marcus LANGFORD

- Cassandra - Kevin -Mahogany -Hagar's Daughter - Lisa C

-Chocl8t - DP - Dallassouth - John - CC Groovy - Kreative Talk

-Marvalus One - Regina - Clnmike - Vivrant Thing

-AJ - Sharon - - Invisible Woman

-Beleiver 1964 - Cooper - SJP -Bria - BklynQueen 86 - Hey Shae -

- From the Battlefield - Thembi - D Spot - Malcolm -

Old School Friday

I have missed quite a few OSF's however trying to get back on track. This week's theme is original versus remake songs.

Ms Grapevine and MarvalusOne have teamed up to create a meme titled Old School Friday and since I love my music I had to sign up to join! To join in the Old School Friday Fun go Here for guidelines.


Please check out the other participants.

Electronic Village - Fresh And Fab - Danielle - Kim

- Ms Grapevine -Quick -Marcus LANGFORD

- Cassandra - Kevin -Mahogany -Hagar's Daughter - Lisa C

-Chocl8t - DP - Dallassouth - John - CC Groovy - Kreative Talk

-Marvalus One - Regina - Clnmike - Vivrant Thing

-AJ - Sharon - - Invisible Woman

-Beleiver 1964 - Cooper - SJP -Bria - BklynQueen 86 - Hey Shae -

- From the Battlefield - Thembi - D Spot - Malcolm -


I love the originals but sometimes the remakes are great as well. Many people may not know this, but Eric Clapton was the originator of the popular song, "I shot the Sheriff." This song was a huge success for Bob Marley.





This is Bob's version..

ONELOVE..



I am a little partial, because I like Bob's version. Of course I gots to do my Prince. This song, "do me baby" was my anthem in the 80's and I that's all I will say about that..lol




Then my girl Meli'sa Morgan had her "one hit wonder" with the same song. This remake was actually a pretty good one.

Happy Birthday to ALL the November Folks!

While perusing the sites for Old School Friday, I noticed quite a few November babies, "Marva" of "The Marvalus View," and "Regina" of "Regina Family Seasons" had birthdays yesterday. (and Malcom of Pop Culture, Dish I noticed you had a birthday yesterday too!
So Happy birthday to Regina , Marva and Malcom and also all the other wonderful people who were born in November as well. That is indeed a month to be "thankful" for. I hope everyone has a wonderful day!

Happy Blogoversary to Regina Family Seasons

This is Regina's Motto-Lead by Example (something that we all should do).

I just have to say I watched this blog grow over the past year and there is no harder or more dedicated blogger then Regina over at Regina's Family Season. She has run the spectrum of almost everything on her blog. You can always get a "REAL" emotion when you visit that blog. She has brought us into the lives of her family and shared some wonderful experiences. Countless awards have been bestowed on her blog and they are all well deserved. I love the fact that she has shared her faith and her spirit. She has listed the top 5 of her favorites (from her past year) so be sure to check them out

What Is Your Opinion
Halloween ... Yes Or No?
Get It Right
Happy Veteran's Day
Happy Sunday... An Open Letter

again Congrats Regina Family Seasons for being a part of my blogging world.

Onelove..iriegal

Old School Friday- Baby Making Music

Well, its about that time again, dang where are the days going. Ms Grapevine and MarvalusOnememe titled Old School Friday and since I love my music I had to sign up to join! To join in the Old School Friday Fun go Here for guidelines.

This week's meme is all about music that makes dem babies mon! The first person that popped into my head was "Roberta Flack and Donny Hathaway" with "The Closer I Get To You" This was the song that did it for me back in the day.



See, that song was the "warm up" song for the lovemaking...Then next we had the "extreme heavy petting song," LSG had this song and it had all the great baby makers. (Keith Sweat, Gerald Levert and Johnny Gill). If you didn't get a baby from this song then something was wrong..lol



Now hold on tight we come to he ACTUAL ACT OF MAKING LOVE and my man (sorry Shae) Prince comes in..and BAM...he says, "Do Me Baby."



(I had to edit this because when I watched it I saw about 5 minutes of a video, why when I posted it it only gave me 2 minutes...dagnabit..lol)

and I had to throw my Reggae in their mon (afterall my name is "iriegal")

Freddie McGregor was one of the "crooners" (smooth talking jamaican man) back in the day. He came out with the remake of "Just don't want to be lonely," and turned it into a reggae hit.



For more old school friday participants see below:

- Electronic Village - Fresh And Fab - Danielle - Kim

- Ms Grapevine -Quick -Marcus LANGFORD

- Cassandra - Kevin - Mahogany -Hagar's Daughter - Lisa C

-Chocl8t - DP - Dallassouth - John - CC Groovy - Kreative Talk

-Marvalus One - Regina - Clnmike - Vivrant Thing

-AJ - Sharon - - Invisible Woman

-Beleiver 1964 - Cooper - SJP -Bria - BklynQueen 86 - Hey Shae -

- From the Battlefield - Thembi - D Spot - Malcolm -

-Pop Art Diva - Pjazzypar - MsLadyDeborah -

Old School Friday-Breakup Songs

Ms Grapevine and MarvalusOne have teamed up to create a meme titled Old School Friday and since I love my music I had to sign up to join! To join in the Old School Friday Fun go Here for guidelines.

I tell you if I had money on every song I had for my breakups, I know that I would own that mansion on the hill by now.

I remember this song as my "very" first break up song....dang...I wonder where that dude is now. However Roberta Flack and Donny Hathaway broke the pain down for me.



....and the Manhattans amplified it. When they sang this song in the 70's (I was an expert at breakups by then)...wow, I sure did have a lot of boyfriends..(irie shakes her head at the memories)..




....but Angie Stone eased all my pain when she did this classic

Angie Stone - No more rain
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All in all I can post a lot of break up songs....but this is topic I rather not have a lot of "reminder videos."...


Please check out some of the following participants of Old School Friday...onelove


- Electronic Village - Fresh And Fab - Kim

- Ms Grapevine -Quick -Marcus LANGFORD

- Cassandra - Danielle - iriegal -Hagar's Daughter - Lisa C

-Chocl8t - DP - Dallassouth - Kreative Talk

-Marvalus One - Regina - Clnmike - Vivrant Thing

-AJ - Sharon - The Creole Pimp - Invisible Woman

-Beleiver 1964 - Cooper - SJP - sHaE-sHaE