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Pimp That Ride, Enlarge Those Breasts |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
Queen for a day, Win a lottery What we're teaching youth Is a mockery Video games Hip Hop crap Disguised as music, (Try humming rap) Material things Cribs owned by trash Glorious cars From Rapper's cash Nip and Tuck That's all you need A little coke A puff of weed. A fancy car Luxury mansion Brand new breasts To seek attraction. Instead of wheels That gleem with spinners Perhaps some college Would produce more winners? What are we teaching To our teens? There's better routes To self esteem. |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Ya' know Toe, Excellent write and point. I'll second that though I might have worded it different.  If tears could build a stairway and memories a lane, I'd walk right up to heaven and bring you home again. |
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LeeJ Member Patricius
since 2003-06-19
Posts 13296 |
yeah and that's hittin the nail on the head, or you go...or...AMEN! Gwad, do you believe Bill Cosby came on national TV, pleading with parents to be parents...to learn how to parent their own children? I say again....lack of education Good one kiddo, now I gotta go take another pepcid...hehehhehee this stuff makes me wanna vomit...seriously what are these real tv shows doing? And the scary part is, they are getting ratings which speaks volumns about our society's concept and intelligence....I mean, they are really buying this stuff Toe Thank you a bunch for writing and sharing...you must post more, more more more |
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Pilgrimage Member Elite
since 2001-12-04
Posts 3945Texas, USA |
Hear! Hear! anyway, I agree with you, and you stated it well. Nan (Pilgrim variety) |
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jellybeans Member Elite
since 2000-10-13
Posts 2298 |
yep, a good example is worth a multitude of teaching |
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time prophet Member
since 2003-07-30
Posts 371In New Zealand Amongst the Ancient Trees |
You got that right Toerag, we are cultivating whole generations that are incapable of thinking for themselves, and who believe the world owes them for just being here. |
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nakdthoughts Member Laureate
since 2000-10-29
Posts 19200Between the Lines |
I agree Toe... the title sort of surprised me...thought I was in Mature for a moment M |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
I think a lot of us will be uttering AMEN as we finish reading this... Great write, my friend... you hit the bullseye with this one! |
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Professor Gloom Member Elite
since 2000-07-23
Posts 3082of Depression |
Sir, it is nice to see you touch on topics like this, enjoyed the read. Gloom |
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Skyfire
since 2000-12-27
Posts 3381Riding |
hopefully (although somewhat doubtful) it's just a passing phase, kind of like slouch socks and poofy hair (although slouch socks were awesome). and then He created the horse... |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Gloom? Toe often touches on things that others wouldn't, offering his own parlay of just what in the heck is wrong with our world. I was in a conversation the other night with very dear friends, on what I watch on the "tube" and what I don't watch... Reality shows top that list... and anything that has to deal with vanity is out the window, as well. Give me facts, and give me some good humor...and leave the rest to my imagination. Because the papers will fill in the rest. Thank you, Toe! |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Toe...I too thank you sir!!! ~Autumn..the year's last, loveliest smile.~ |
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scorpio Member Ascendant
since 2002-10-02
Posts 5178right...there |
Right on the money Toe!!!!!!!!!! believe in what your heart feels... |
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hoot_owl_rn Member Patricius
since 1999-07-05
Posts 10750Glen Hope, PA USA |
Dear Toerag, you've hit the nail on the head with this one, how sad, but so true! |
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Effigy Member
since 2000-04-11
Posts 486disbelief |
Good poem. I agree college would be the better choice for most. But come on, regardless of wether or not you like what some rappers talk about, you have to admit some of them are amazing poets. I've heard some songs were the ryhme and rythem shceme just blew me away. |
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Justbleu Member Elite
since 1999-08-31
Posts 3329Oregon, Originally From Alaska :) |
Yes....I so enjoyed the way you made your point Toe!!! Well Done!!!  And the Deer wasn't even mentioned.... Bridgette  "Somewhere, somehow, it should be possible to touch someone and never let go again. To hold someone, not for a moment but forever." A. Brink |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
Toe, keep safe in the storm, m'friend |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
The Toe Man speaketh His words ring loud and clear Wisdom drips from his pen As he sips a little beer He's done a lot of living He's seen and done it all And when he speaks his mind Some heads are gonna fall His sense is not that common It shines above the rest So I'll pass on the scalpel And keep each natural breast! |
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Startime55 Member Elite
since 2003-04-05
Posts 2148Alberta, Canada |
WOW!!! Have you ever hit the nail on the head....WELL SAID... |
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miscellanea Member Elite
since 2004-06-24
Posts 4060OH |
Toe, I'm impressed... You said it perfectly. I think I'll pass this a long if it's ok with you. I agree with LeeJ. Write more. miscellanea |
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mrmojorisin5908 Member
since 2004-05-03
Posts 103Colorado |
You definently said it as it is and I completley agee with you. However, it's not as if disregard for morality has been recent. Look back in time and you'll find out that there has always been a subculture that live their lives "against the grain." I do like the write though. Andrew A. |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
Yep Mr....it's always been there...just not blatantly spread all over TV like it is now and even encouraged...sad but true... Thanks to all for your replies.... |
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Theory Junior Member
since 2004-05-04
Posts 23N. CA. USA |
Hi Toe, grreat peice this ended it nicely " There's better routes To self esteem." so true, but I have to say I'm into some rap music. I'ts a shame that most of the stuff you see these days is exactly as you say. but there are some poets out there who actually express thoughts and views on topics such as war, religion, politics and the state of society throuh hip hop music. trying to "edutain" younger minds instead of polluting them. ironically these artists with "something to say" are the ones that never make it big. You wont see many hip hop artists speaking clearly or intelligently to the young masses on MTV. so sad. great peice. |
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davidmerriman Member
since 2003-04-30
Posts 123Dallas, TX |
sorry, but i feel i have to make a few points. every generation, as it gels into adulthood, has a large body of those who look down upon the current emerging trends, claiming that values are degrading, that the current youth is ignorant and foul-mouthed, and that, in essence, the word is going to hell-in-a-handbasket. these are the type of people that watch carefully the terrorist alerts and pray to God their little town in Nebraska doesn't get hit. i shake my head at those pessimistic sentiments and wonder if humanity doesnt ALWAYS exist in a spectrum of abilities, intelligences, and moralities, and that groaning about the bottom crust of culture every generation isn't simply a waste of time. |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
I can live with most of this but what really ticks me off is paying a movie star 20 million to make a movie...now that sucks...James |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Toe baby, I've lipped off one too many times and feel obligated to give credit where it was always due. Specifically I have come back to eat my humble pie and pay the price of being a smartie pants. And to prove that you were right all along and that your shock value has good Toe value I share with you my pathetic words that you might have your just turn at gloating: If you can’t get rich In a single day, Find somebody else’s And take it away. Arcades of violence Filled with foul noise, How poorly we teach With rotten toys. Accumulating things Earned by bad means. Polluting our kids And wrecking our teens. Drugs and surgeries That keep others rich, Fulfilling every desire, Like scratching an itch. Wheels beyond means And homes to break the bank, Cups that are full With plastic surgeons to thank. Gratification so insatiable It cannot be stopped, A better education Is the only way it’s topped. Our kids all need A better place to turn, Help them find their worth Teach them how to learn. P.S. Be safe and watch out for Ivan! If tears could build a stairway and memories a lane, I'd walk right up to heaven and bring you home again. [This message has been edited by Larry C (09-17-2004 12:43 AM).] |
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Balladeer
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
You got a lot of homespun wisdom and humor in this little piece, Toe.....funny and at the same time sad that it's so true.. I get at least 10 e-mails a day from people trying to get me to enlarge my breasts....so far I've held off  |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
Mr.Merriman.... Yes, every generation does have a large body that looks down on them and their emerging trends....I don't watch for terrorist alerts...but I do pray that we stop these pricks before they hit any city...in any state...I think Judge Joe Brown summed it up perfectly in one of his TV court cases...He had a young fella in there, he was standing like he had no backbone, slouched down, was calling the judge "Brother"...and speaking ebonic type poor English....and Judge Brown stopped him half way thru a sentence and asked: "Did you eat breakfast this morning?....his answer was "yes"...then he said "then stand up straight!...Then he said..secondly, "I am not your "brother"...because if I were your brother you wouldn't be in this court, you may be in the hospital getting six inches of my size 12 surgically removed from your rear end, but you wouldn't be here!...And last but not least, "Do you speak English?...Because if you talk any more of that crap you're talking now in my courtroom you will be removed and more than likely lose this case before I hear any more testimony...DO WE UNDERSTAND EACH OTHER?"...It was amazing how much this kid changed in about 1 minute... |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
Balladeer.....I'm glad you've resisted because from what I've heard if your breasts were any larger you could have a successful webpage.......I knew this girl that only had enough money to get one of her breasts enlarged at a time....before she had saved enough money to get the second one done she entered a wet T-shirt contest...she took first and third place... [This message has been edited by Toerag (09-16-2004 09:03 AM).] |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
Bal: If I remember my hugs correctly, your breasts are just fine! LOL Larry: Your humble pie is a tasty treat. *S* Toe: Stay safe... and keep writing! *S* |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
Larry C....very well done and thanks for the addition... |
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