It's that time of the week... our favorite videos! And this week has some fun ones - One Direction like you've never heard them played before. Promise. And some ridiculousness and more. Have fun and enjoy! How many guys does it take to play a piano?
LOL!
I can think of a few people who this would be perfect for... you know, who always have to push buttons.
To answer the question that comes to mind... "well, why not!"
Jacob Latimore may have first come to your attention on Radio Disney, or you may have heard his single with Diggy Simmons "Like 'Em All" or you could have seen Jacob Latimore in the movie Vanishing on 7th Street. Perhaps you saw Jacob Latimore on Tyler Perry's House of Payne, or One Tree Hill, Reed Between the Lines, So Random, or... well, whew!! If you have somehow missed out on this amazing talent, then Popcosmo would like to officially introduce you to Jacob Latimore. This BET YoungStars nominated hottie is blowing up in a major way. Actor...singer...dancer. Is there anything he CAN'T do? We sat down with Jacob while he is on the Mindless Behavior "#1 Girl Tour" to find out.
Thanks for meeting with us! After flying in from NYC yesterday for the release of your video to the HOT new single that's climbing the charts,"You Come First," available for download on iTunes, we should start off with our quick questions:
Age: 15 Always has: My laptop Proudest of: Being on my 3rd tour (Scream Tour, Diggy Simmons Tour, #1 Girl Tour) Thankful for: A good team Wants to: Skydive Afraid of: Might sound weird, but I don't like squirrels Believes everyone should: Be positive and follow their dreams My style is: A variety, because I mean, I don't really have one style. I try things on and if I like it.... I'm more of a winter and fall dresser. I love boots, scarves, skullcaps, trench coats. Pet peeve: I hate when people come in my room and don't clean up after themselves.
"You Come First"
Tell us some of your favorites: Favorite color - red, favorite movie - Home Alone 3, favorite food - Grandma's soul food, like macaroni & cheese, yams, meatloaf. She makes it for me when I go visit her.
What's the hardest part about being so famous? When I'm tired! But the best part is seeing the fans and being on tour. I love doing this... being on the road and seeing the fans. It runs in the family. My Dad and my Uncle sing, it goes back to my Grandfather and great-Grandfather. It was meant to be.
Have you ever been starstruck? I was starstruck by Eddie Murphy -- he had a vibe, star power. I saw him at BET pre-show party. He was there and swagged out. And if I ran into Justin Timberlake he would make me starstruck.
Are you going to be doing any more movies? Yes, I'm doing a few auditions and can't say too much more. Acting is something I want to balance out with my singing career.
How do you get ready to go out and perform? I sit down and meditate and I'm like a zombie. People talk to me and I don't hear them. I think about the show and get in the zone and pray and stretch.
Worst onstage experience? A long time ago, before I was signed to a record label, I sang the wrong words, so I just started dancing and nobody even noticed!
Best experience onstage? Every show!
Your "OMG I've made it" moment? Yesterday [at the You Come First video premier in New York City]. I feel like You Come First is like "wow,this is really happening." I love my fans, and I think this song can reach so many more people beyond my fanbase.
What do you see in the future for your career? I see being one of the best entertainers because performing is something that I want to perfect and make sure it's right. People buy tickets to see you, so you want to give it your all. I want to get into writing songs, and producing, and playing all kinds of instruments and doing things on the acting side also.
Do you have a signature dance move? I just dance how I feel....
Are you into sports? I love sports. I love football and the Bears are my team.
We enjoyed chatting with Jacob, and were awed by the concert with dancing reminiscent of Michael Jackson, on-stage charisma that gave us goose-bumps, and devoted fans that could rival Justin Bieber's. While Jacob Latimore has been called a triple threat for his exceptional acting, singing and dancing ability, we disagree. He's all that and more. He's got stage presence that oozes star power. That "it" that takes your breath away. The ear-piercing screams from the fans at "#1 Girl Tour" would prove our point, but one look at him on stage and it's obvious that entertaining is in his blood. We are not sure if it's genetic, or if it's his grandmother's good soul-food that's got some magic entertaining sparkle in it; but whatever it is, we recommend that you do not miss an opportunity to see Jacob perform live! He'll leave you starstruck.
"Nothing on Me": The dance video everyone still talks about!
#1 Girl Tour Schedule Starring Mindless Behavior with Special Guests Jacob Latimore and Lil' Twist, with Kayla Brianna on select dates.
July 20 - Nashville, TN July 21 - Southaven, MS July 22 - St. Louis, MO July 26 - Detroit, MI July 28 - Chicago, IL August 1 - Birmingham, AL August 2 - Augusta, GA August 3 - Columbia, SC August 4 - Atlanta, GA August 9 - Baton Rouge, LA August 10 - New Orleans, LA August 11 - Houston, TX August 12 - Dallas, TX August 16 - Las Vegas, NV August 17 - Los Angeles, CA August 18 - Oakland, CA
Sorority Rush is a confusing process, but I'm going to take you through it step-by-step so you'll be ready for the whirlwind that rush can be! "Sorority": an eight-letter word that has a different meaning to every girl who is a member of one. Sisterhood, tradition and my home away from home are a few things that come to my mind. About 7 months ago, I started the process of becoming a sister of Alpha Epsilon Phi, also called AEPhi, at Indiana University. For me, joining a sorority was more than just the Greek letters on my sweatshirt, it is, and will be, something that I carry with me my whole life.
Everyone goes through sorority rush or rushes (goes through sorority recruitment) for different reasons, and everyone’s experience in a sorority is unique. In my case, a school with a prominent greek life on campus was one of my top priorities during the college search process. With my Mother, Father, Brother, Aunt and Grandmother all being a part of Greek life during their college years, I never envisioned anything but. Although there were many great sororities to choose from at Indiana, I ultimately decided to continue a tradition, as both my Mother and Aunt were members of the very same chapter at Indiana University.
Enough about me! Here’s my take on the sorority rush and the recruitment process: sorority rush / rushing is scary and intimidating; I would be lying to you if I told you otherwise. The recruitment process varies at every school: there are special rules, different numbers of sororities, and all Pan Hellenic councils (top leaders comprised of girls from all sororities) run according to their campus’s needs. Sorority rush is an emotional process, but as cliché as it may sound, everyone ends up where they are supposed to be, whether they believe that at first or not.
Although sorority rush is very different at each university, the gist of it remains relatively the same. While going through sorority rush, you attend most of the sorority houses on campus within a very short period of time. You are asked question, and gauged how you connect with girls in the sororities. During sorority rush, there are different rounds (see below) and after each round both you and the sororities will make cuts.
You may be a little confused as to what I mean by “rounds.” Every campus calls the steps of recruitment different names. At Indiana they are called “parties.” I started the recruitment process with “20 party.” During 20 party, I went to all 20 sororities on campus (hence 20 party). After 20 party, came 14 party, then 8 party, then 3 party then Bid Night. After each “party” I would rank my favorite houses and the active members (girls already in the sororities) made lists of the girls they believed would best fit into their house. Through a computer process, the lists are compared and which houses one will be attending at the next round or party will result. It’s confusing, but your Rush Guide (mentor) will be there to help out. Rush Guides have different names at every campus; at Indiana they are called “Rho Gamma’s” (from the “R” and “G”). They are trained, unbiased members of sororities who give an unbiased opinion to PNM’s (potential new members) during the recruitment process.
But back to the Sorority Rush process, towards the end of recruitment will come emotional days with tough decisions. You may have decided what house you prefer: a certain conversation or moment may stand out in your mind and give you “the feeling.” The feeling of "this is where you belong," or a feeling that you just don’t get at any other house. For others, it might not be as clear. My best advice for you would be to follow your heart. Don’t decide on a sorority based on their reputation or what your friends are doing. Decide for yourself!
Bid Day, the most nerve wracking, stomach churning day for every PNM. Thoughts running through your mind might range from “What if I wanted them but they didn’t want me?”, “Will my life be over if I don’t get in this house?” There is always that possibility of not getting into the house you put number 1, and it happens often. But your world won’t end and all girls end up where they should!
Then comes the fun, Bid Night. A night full of hugs, laughter, smiles, screaming, singing, presents, yummy food and SO much more. During Bid Night you’ll meet the members of your pledge class and the older members of your house. The night is stress-free and is all about getting to know the girls (now sisters!) in the house. Who knows, you might just meet your bridesmaids that night… my mom did!
After bid night, you have begun the process of becoming an official member of your sorority. You will begin the pledging process, where you will be spending a lot of time with your new sisters and getting to know them. You'll also learn about the history of your sorority and the principles it was founded on. Being a part of a sorority is more than just a non-stop party. As a member of a sorority, you will have the opportunity to be a part of its philanthropy, sisterhood events, programming, leadership development, and the list could go on and on. Being in a sorority will challenge you to work harder than you may have in the past, but you will forever have your sisters behind you ready to catch you if you fall. ~Sarah