We here at Hip-Hop Wired have nothing against a healthy helping of ratchet reality TV, but Shawty Lo must be stopped. His reality show, All My Babies’ Mamas, fitted with all 10 of the women with whom he’s reproduced, and their offspring, is the epitome of foolery.
On a scale of T.I. & Tiny’s Family Hustle to Love & Hip Hop Atlanta, Shawty’s treacherous new show falls somewhere between Flavor of Love and Basketball Wives.
Judging by the clip posted online, there’s a good chance that the embarrassment will surpass that of Joseline Hernandez’ over-exposed fake cakes, and Stevie J’s struggle faces, with ease. But there’s a fine line between entertainment and exploitation, and being that there are children involved, it changes what is acceptable.
That said, there are lots of rappers out there who could use a little screen time. Peep 11 that we’d like to see get shows (aside from Nelly, of course).
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Plies
His rap persona vs. that of Algernod Lanier Washington (his government name) should battle each other.
A$AP Rocky
He just don’t give a f-ck, and that’s always good for the cameras.
Big Sean
Huge furs, petite clothing, and chunky chains…. this dude is a rap legend in the making.
Drake
An extra-emo dating competition would definitely suit Drizzy.
Waka Flocka & Gucci Mane
Together or separately. Both will work.
Ma$e
Being locked into a contract for over a decade is a good starting point.
Redman
Ever see his MTV Cribs episode? Funk Dr. Spock was pretty hilarious.
Nas
He tried it with Kelis (never aired though), time to step out on his own.
Ja Rule
Post-prison shows make for good TV. Just ask Tip.
Azealia Banks
If her Twitter timeline is a preview of what she’d be like on camera, we’re all in.
Hov
This would never happen…but still.
Bonus: Trinidad James’ Curly Top
That thing looks like it’s got some stories to tell.
