It's amazing how you can be on top of the world, in the best space and place ever and one incident can ruin that all. Jennifer Hudson, who has just released her debut album, my heart, prayers and thoughts go out to you and your family. Her mother and brother were gunned down in their home on Friday, allegedly by Hudson's brother-in-law. Her nephew Julian King is now missing, and Hudson has pleaded with fans, friends and anyone to come forward with information if they know anything. In fact she's offered $100 000 to anyone who knows of his where abouts. Lets hope he comes back safe and sound.
My deepest condolences go out to the Hudson family.
Jennifer Hudson is somebody I would love to meet, interview, share a coffee date with. This talented young lady is high up on my list of inspirational people and this is why:
- She's a virgo, like me. We rock :) - She, at 27, has an Oscar, a Golden Globe, a BAFTA and a SAG award for her brilliant performance in Dreamgirls. Hudson played Effie White is the feature film, alongside beautiful Beyonce, funnyman Eddie Murphy and Oscar winner Jamie Foxx. Have you seen this movie? I own a copy... I don't usually enjoy musicals, but this one was brilliant. - She might not have won American Idol back in 2003, but damn that doesn't matter. Jennifer has just released her self-title debut album. Now I don't have a copy yet, it hasn't arrived on South African shores yet, but the first single Spotlight is fantastic. I love it, she looks beautiful and Ne-Yo wrote it... recipe for success. I also love the chorus lyrics: Well, I don't like Living under your spotlight Just because you think I might find somebody worthy Oh, I don't like Living under your spotlight Baby, if you treat me right You won't have to worry
The context of the song might differ from my experience, but nobody likes to live in somebody else's spotlight... something I can relate to now. Here's a promo vid for y'all to look at:
Now more about the album. It's a sixteen track album and the star has worked with get this, Ne-Yo, Timbaland, Robin Thicke and Stargate to name a few. It was released last week and I haven't found any info on how sales are going, but it will be interesting to see how sales go this week. The reason I say that is because when Oprah invites you onto her show to discuss a new movie and your album, you know you're doing something right and with Oprah's pull, things tend to escalate in a positive way!!! I also reckon there'll be a few Grammy nominations coming her way. Here's to hoping, I love this lady and as soon as I get my hands on the album, I'll give y'all a break down of all the tracks... Oh congratulations to Ms Hudson too, she just recently got engaged :)
I also bought Ne-Yo's new album yesterday. Year of the Gentleman. Brilliant, fantastic and worthwhile! go get it!
I am 23 years old and I live in Johannesburg. I work in entertainment media, as a multimedia producer. Music, entertainment and travelling are my three passions. Combining those three= a happy Jason. I would love to work on MTV on air or as a producer or director and I still crave a career in radio. I best be making it happen
