Challenge Friday: All About Music!

I've started a new series!  I found SO many challenges on Tumblr.  You are supposed to answer a question each day but that is too much of a commitment.  I haven't decided if I'll do it every Friday or every other but I'll do a new challenge.  Stay tuned!  If you have any suggestions let me know!  Also tell me if you like this idea.

1. What is the most recent song you downloaded on your iPod/computer/phone,etc?
I recently purchased the new Maroon 5 album.  With that I got two songs which were Maps and It Was Always You.  I can't wait for the rest!

2. Who is your favorite artist/band? Why?
I have WAY too many to just choose one.  Currently I'm obsessing over 5 Seconds Of Summer.  I just love their songs plus they are different from my typical music choices.  Obviously I love One Direction probably more then I should.  My all time favorite is Backstreet Boys of course.

3. A song you repeat everday
This is a tough one!  It is totally Maps by Maroon 5.  I mean who doesn't Adam Levine?  Plus the video is perfection because he just looks AMAZING!

4. A song that makes you happy
This is easy to choose.  It is Classic by MKTO.  Every single time I hear it I just feel SO happy!

5. A song that makes you sad/cry
I don't really ever cry when I hear a song.  I also don't really like sad music either.  One song that is sad is What Hurts The Most by Rascal Flatts.  The video just makes me so sad.

6. A song that makes you angry
This is probably going to sound really weird.  I can't stand the song Happy by Pharrell.  Every time I hear it I just get SO annoyed!

7. A new artist you would like to see live
I love going to concerts especially if I have never seen them live yet.  I'd really like to see Ariana Grande or Iggy Azalea.  I'm just obsessed with them right now.

8. Favorite acoustic song
A few weeks ago I was watching So You Think You Can Dance and they played an acoustic version of Latch by Sam Smith.  I thought it was going to be terrible since the original is very techno.  It is AMAZING!

9. A song that annoys you
I already mentioned a song that annoys me.  I have many though so don't worry.  Recently it has been Drunk In Love by Beyonce.  I'm just not a fan at all.

10. Favorite 80s song(s)
To be honest, I rarely listen to 80's music.  I went to an 80's party recently and had a bit of a jam session with my cousin.  We did have a favorite though.  It was Girls Just Want To Have Fun by Cyndi Lauper.  We were very in to it.

11. Favorite 90s song (s)
I have SO many!  I did a whole playlist of 90's songs I listened to growing up here.  I was very much loving the pop music.  I'll add a song that isn't on that playlist.  Semi Charmed Life by Third Eye Blind is the best!
I still play it a lot.

12. Favorite early/mid 2000s song(s)
I went through many phases during this time period.  I was totally loving rap for some reason.  Lose Yourself by Eminem was my jam.  It was a pretty big deal.  Actually anything by Eminem was my thing.  PS I'm still in love with him.

13. Favorite moment in any music award show
I love award shows but my favorite is ALWAYS the VMA'S on MTV.  Crazy moments are always happening there.  My favorite was when Lady Gaga performed Paparazzi.  It was EPIC!  I've probably watched it a 100 times.

14. Favorite YouTube artist and song
I don't really have a favorite artist.  I actually really like Pentatonix.  They just always do amazing things and there is no instruments.  The Evolution Of Music is my favorite by far.

15. A song from a new album you are waiting for to come out
The album I'm excited for right now is Ariana Grande.  I haven't heard any new songs though.  I do REALLY love Problem though.

16. A song that would be the theme song to a TV show about your life
This is totally easy for me.  It would be Spice Up Your Life by Spice Girls.  I just love my life and it's a party always.

17. A song that relaxes you everytime
Whenever I'm stressed out my go to playlist is One Direction.  The song changes depending on my mood.  Lately it has been Better Than Words.  I can't get enough!

18. A song that makes you dance
Right now I'm loving Bang Bang by Jessie J, Ariana Grande, and Nicki Minaj.  It's just SO addicting!

19. A song that you liked when you were younger and now.
I've always loved Britney Spears and I still do.  I'm going to with Toxic because I never get tired of it.

20. What’s life without music?
I honestly can't survive without music.  I listen every single day and no matter what mood I'm in it makes everything better.


xo,
Jerica

2014 MTV Movie Awards Recap

I love watching any award show on MTV because you never know what is going to happen.  This years host was Conan O'Brien and I was upset when I heard this.  Honestly he just isn't that funny to me.  I was totally not impressed by him.  Twenty One Pilots performed their song Car Radio but I've never heard of them.  They were interesting.  Zac Efron getting shirtless was the BEST moment for sure!  Channing Tatum won the Trailblazer Award which he totally deserved.  I'm kinda in love with him.  The performance I was most excited for was Eminem and Rihanna singing The Monster.  It was of course FREAKING amazing!  The Paul Walker dedication was very touching and I honestly cried.  He was honestly my favorite actor.  He will be greatly missed.  Mark Wahlberg won the Generation Award.  I'm a bigger fan of his brother but it was well deserved.  Ellie Goulding and Zedd performed Beating Heart and Find You from Divergent.  I'm obsessed with Ellie Goulding right now so I loved it.  Overall it was a pretty good but it needed a better host.  I've put all winners below in bold.  Tell me your thoughts!

MOVIE OF THE YEAR:
12 Years a Slave
American Hustle
The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug
The Hunger Games: Catching Fire
The Wolf of Wall Street

BEST FEMALE PERFORMANCE:
Amy Adams – American Hustle
Jennifer Aniston – We’re the Millers

Sandra Bullock – Gravity
Jennifer Lawrence – The Hunger Games: Catching Fire
Lupita Nyong’o – 12 Years a Slave

BEST MALE PERFORMANCE:
Bradley Cooper – American Hustle
Leonardo DiCaprio – The Wolf of Wall Street
Chiwetel Ejiofor – 12 Years a Slave
Josh Hutcherson – The Hunger Games: Catching Fire
Matthew McConaughey – Dallas Buyers Club

BREAKTHROUGH PERFORMANCE:
Liam James – The Way Way Back
Michael B. Jordan – Fruitvale Station
Will Poulter – We’re the Millers
Margot Robbie – The Wolf of Wall Street
Miles Teller – The Spectacular Now

BEST KISS:
Jennifer Lawrence and Amy Adams – American Hustle
Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Scarlett Johansson – Don Jon
James Franco, Ashley Benson and Vanessa Hudgens – Spring Breakers
Shailene Woodley and Miles Teller – The Spectacular Now
Emma Roberts, Jennifer Aniston and Will Poulter – We’re the Millers

BEST FIGHT:
Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues – Will Ferrell, Paul Rudd, David Koechner and Steve Carell vs. James Marsden vs. Sacha Baron Cohen vs. Kanye West vs. Tina Fey and Amy Poehler vs. Jim Carrey and Marion Cotillard vs. Will Smith vs. Liam Neeson and John C. Reilly vs. Greg Kinnear
Identity Thief– Jason Bateman vs. Melissa McCarthy
The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug – Orlando Bloom and Evangeline Lilly vs. Orcs
The Hunger Games: Catching Fire – Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson and Sam Claflin vs. Mutant Monkeys
This is the End – Jonah Hill vs. James Franco and Seth Rogen

BEST COMEDIC PERFORMANCE:
Kevin Hart – Ride Along
Jonah Hill – The Wolf of Wall Street
Johnny Knoxville – Jackass Presents: Bad Grandpa
Melissa McCarthy – The Heat

Jason Sudeikis – We’re the Millers

BEST SCARED-AS-S**T PERFORMANCE:
Rose Byrne – Insidious: Chapter 2
Jessica Chastain – Mama
Vera Farmiga – The Conjuring
Ethan Hawke – The Purge
Brad Pitt – World War Z

BEST ON-SCREEN DUO:
Amy Adams and Christian Bale – American Hustle
Matthew McConaughey and Jared Leto – Dallas Buyers Club
Vin Diesel and Paul Walker – Fast & Furious 6
Ice Cube and Kevin Hart – Ride Along
Jonah Hill and Leonardo DiCaprio – The Wolf of Wall Street

BEST SHIRTLESS PERFORMANCE:
Jennifer Aniston – We’re the Millers
Sam Claflin – The Hunger Games: Catching Fire
Leonardo DiCaprio – The Wolf of Wall Street
Zac Efron – That Awkward Moment
Chris Hemsworth – Thor: The Dark World

#WTF MOMENT:
• Steve Carell, Will Ferrell, Paul Rudd and David Koechner – Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues
The Channel 4 News Team's afternoon is no longer a delight as their speeding van filled with bowling balls, scorpions and hot oil takes a tumble on the highway.
• Johnny Knoxville and Jackson Nicoll – Jackass Presents: Bad Grandpa
Johnny Knoxville and Jackson Nicoll manage to strike fear into a room full of unsuspecting beauty pageant-loving parents thanks to a bump n' grind dance routine to a Warrant classic.
• Cameron Diaz – The Counselor
Having sex in a car is pretty much a rite of passage, but having sex with a car? Cameron Diaz's Malkinagets down and dirty with a bright yellow Ferrari to show the world how it's done.
• Leonardo DiCaprio – The Wolf of Wall Street
Leonardo DiCaprio's iconic portrayal of excessive Wall Street player Jordan Belfort takes a turn for the insane when he takes his Lamborghini for a spin.
• Danny McBride and Channing Tatum – This is the End
Danny McBride shows an apocalyptic world, and uncomfortable theater-goers everywhere, that there's no better pet than a scantily-clad Channing Tatum.

BEST VILLAIN:
Barkhad Abdi – Captain Phillips
Benedict Cumberbatch – Star Trek into Darkness
Michael Fassbender – 12 Years a Slave
Mila Kunis – Oz The Great and Powerful
Donald Sutherland – The Hunger Games: Catching Fire

BEST ON-SCREEN TRANSFORMATION:

Christian Bale – American Hustle
Elizabeth Banks – The Hunger Games: Catching Fire
Orlando Bloom – The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug
Jared Leto – Dallas Buyers Club
Matthew McConaughey – Dallas Buyers Club

BEST MUSICAL MOMENT:
• Backstreet Boys, Jay Baruchel, Seth Rogen and Craig Robinson – This is the End
Spoiler alert! Backstreet Boys reunite in heaven to perform "Everybody" with signature boy band moves and flair for this unforgettable apocalyptic ending.
• Jennifer Lawrence – American Hustle
Lawrence cleans and dances her frustrations away as she mouths the words to 70s classic "Live and Let Die."
• Leonardo DiCaprio – The Wolf of Wall Street
During his wedding reception, DiCaprio's fraudulent Jordan Belfort pops and locks it to Bo Diddley’s"Pretty Thing."
• Melissa McCarthy – Identity Thief
To ease the tension of stealing Sandy's identity, McCarthy's Diana shows her musical range as she attempts to sing along with the car radio -- and even hits that high note in "Barracuda."
• Will Poulter – We’re the Millers
With eyes wide shut, Poulter's Kenny Rossmore throws it back to the 90s with a hilarious rendition of TLC's "Waterfalls."

BEST CAMEO PERFORMANCE:
Robert De Niro – American Hustle
Amy Poehler and Tina Fey – Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues
Kanye West – Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues
Joan Rivers – Iron Man 3
Rihanna – This is the End

BEST HERO:
Henry Cavill as Clark Kent – Man of Steel
Robert Downey Jr. as Iron Man – Iron Man 3
Martin Freeman as Bilbo Baggins – The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug
Chris Hemsworth as Thor – Thor: The Dark World
Channing Tatum as John Cale – White House Down

Favorite Character:

Katniss Everdeen - The Hunger Games: Catching Fire

Khan Noonien Singh - Star Trek Into Darkness

Loki Laufeyson - Thor: The Dark World

Beatrice "Tris Prior - Divergent

Veronica Mars - Veronica Mars

xo,

Jerica

Jerica's Chatter: Aaron Carter Is Back?

It's Wednesday which means it time to review all the pop culture news that happened.  If you want to see any stories then tell me in the comments.  Let's get into it!

Justin Bieber Got Arrested:

This was probably the most talked about story.  Is anybody really shocked?  Justin Bieber was arrested for drag racing, DUI, and drugs.  Now I've been a fan since the beginning but honestly I'm disappointed.  He is just going to ruin his life and career.  Also his dad was there blocking traffic while he was drag racing.  His parents need to step up and be actual parents.  It's reported that an intervention is happening in Panama.  We'll see what happens.

Aaron Carter Has A New Single:

If you grew up during the 90's then your inner childhood is probably freaking out right now.  I know I am!  Over the weekend Aaron Carter released his single for FREE on Twitter.  Surprisingly it is really good.  The single is called That's Life.  You can listen by clicking here.  What are your thoughts?

Lance Bass Makes A Music Video:

Apparently Lance Bass thought it was a good idea to release his own music video.  I'm a huge NSYNC fan but this was not good.  There was awkward dancing and it was set in the desert and just weird.  The song has potential at least.  Sorry Lance but you'll never be Justin Timberlake.  Do you think it's a hit or miss?

The Grammy's:

Of course I must talk about The Grammys.  I thought Taylor Swift looked AMAZING and her performance was flawless.  Katy Perry performed Dark Horse and it was perfection.  Everyone loved Beyonce but I wasn't that impressed.  Macklemore and Ryan Lewis had a bunch of couples get married during their performance which was touching. Lorde won a lot which honestly surprised me.  Daft Punk dominated everything which I disagree with.  I thought Katy Perry and Miley Cyrus were snubbed.  They had awesome albums.  What did you love or hate?

xo,

Jerica

Announcement!

I've come up with a new idea!  I know I'm not very good at sticking to my plans but I'm going to try hard to this time.  I watch a lot of talk shows and entertainment news shows pretty much daily.  I always have my own thoughts about everything they say.  So I thought why not share with you guys!  Starting Wednesday I'll be doing a pop culture news type blog about whatever has happened for the week.  I want you guys to send me suggestions about what stories to talk about.  You can leave comments here or tweet me @jerica_89.  I haven't come up with a name for this series yet so send some name ideas too.  I'm excited!



xo,
Jerica

♥August Favorites♥

August is over!  I have so much stuff to share with you guys that I'm loving.  It just has went so fast!  I'm back in school now so that has been a little stressful.  I wanna know your favorites!  Tell me in the comments below!

Music:

My first song is XO by Emblem3.  Honestly I've had this whole album on repeat this month.  I just love their vibe.  It has a really relaxed sound and every single song is good.  It is just so fun but they also have meaningful songs.  I highly recommend this album.

My second song is Music Feels Better by Selena Gomez.  This is another album I've been playing over and over.  I've never been a big fan of hers but somehow I heard this song and immediately bought the album.  It is not at all what I expected.  It has a techo and dance feel to it.  I can't stop listening!

My last song is Feels Like Home by The Backstreet Boys.  I've always been obsessed with this album also.  This song is my favorite though.  It's just very upbeat and fun.  I really love their new sound.  I have always been a big fan of them so I'm happy for new music.

TV Show:

I am a game show junkie!  I watch the Game Show Network at least once a day everyday.  The newest show is called The Chase.  It has been popular in UK for awhile but now has come to America.  It's kind of hard to explain but basically you answer trivia questions and try to beat the beast.  I'm so addicted!

Movie:

Is anybody really surprised?  I've been waiting so long for this!  Even non-directions will enjoy this film.  I did a whole review on this blog if you want to check it out click here.

Drink:

This month I've become addicted to Starbucks.  My current order is Mocha Cookie Crumble Frappuccino.  I can't stop!  If you aren't a big fan of coffee flavored then order this drink.  It tastes nothing like coffee.  It actually tastes like a chocolate milkshake.  I love this drink!

Random:

This is SO random but I'm obsessed.  This month at the Teen Choice Awards they actually got Harry Styles to twerk.  Is there anything more to say?  Surprisingly he is very good at it.  I think I've watched over 100 times.  Enjoy!

YouTube:

This another moment that happened at the Teen Choice Awards.  Ashton Kutcher received the lifetime achievement award and gave the most inspiring speech.  It's all about working hard, being smart, and not being afraid to be different.  I was very touched and inspired by it.  People everywhere need to see this.  Let's all make a difference!

Book:

This month I started reading the Steve Jobs book.  I really wanted to read it before I saw the movie.  I can't put it down!  I'm a bit of a nerd so I love technology and computers.  It is very informative and gives you an insight into his mind.  It is very long but very worth it.

Quote:

I love this quote!  Why do people change to be like everybody else?  Be different!  Don't be afraid or scared to be different.  Who cares if people judge you.  Nobody wants to live in a world that's boring because everybody acts the same.

Moment:

My favorite moment this month was the VMA's.  I'm so glad it is award season time.  I've been watching the VMA's since I was little.  This year was one of my favorites in awhile.  So much stuff happened!  I did a whole reaction post here.

xo,

Jerica

My 2013 VMA Reaction

Last night was the night we've all been waiting for!  Let's begin with the preshow first.  I was waiting for Lady Gaga to show up in some crazy outfit but I was totally let down.  She showed up in a plain boring black dress.  Step it up Gaga!  I loved both Selena Gomez and Taylor Swift's outfits.  They were just a bit too classy for the VMA's but hey maybe it needed that.  Also big news was announced!  Danity Kane is back!  I was obsessed with them so I can't wait.  Also announced during a commercial was Eminem's next album!  I'm extremely ready for that!  There were two performances during the preshow.  First up was Austin Mahone.  I'll admit that I love him and consider myself a Mahomie.  He sang his song What About Love and I of course loved it.  Next up was Ariana Grande.  She did a mash up of Baby I and The Way.  I like her songs but I don't like her performances.  All she does is high riffs which gets annoying.  Finally it was time for the show!  I honestly don't really remember who won everything but I'll put the list below.  One Direction won Best Summer Song for Best Song Ever!  Apparently the crowd booed them which made me mad.  They deserved that award!  My favorite award moment though was Taylor Swift's acceptance speech.  She won for I Knew You Were Trouble which was always rumored to be about Harry Styles.  It has been confirmed because she totally dissed him during her speech!  I love 1D and I also love her.  Most of the 1D fandom is pissed about it but I applaud her.  What girl wouldn't want to call out their ex on national TV?  Don't even try to say you wouldn't.  So Taylor you go girl!  Now let's talk performances.  Lady Gaga opened the show with her new single Applause.  It was typical Gaga and I didn't love it.  She was pretty much naked by the end which nobody wanted to see.  Next was Miley Cyrus singing We Can't Stop.  WTF Miley?  She is a hot mess!  It was awful and then it got even worse.  Robin Thicke joined her for Blurred Lines.  It was so nasty and totally inappropriate!  Next was Kanye West but honestly I didn't watch because I hate him.  Moving on to the moment the whole world was waiting for.......JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE!!!!!!  It should have just been him the whole 2 hours.  Nobody would've minded trust me.  He performed for like 20 minutes.  He did a melody of all his hits and then it happened!  *NSYNC WAS BACK!  I almost fainted, I'm not even lying.  I want more!  Macklemore performed Same Love.  I like the meaning but is so over played right now.  Drake performed next but I was still freaking out over JT so I don't remember much.  Finally Katy Perry ended the show with her single Roar.  I love this song so much but the performance was blah.  I wanted more craziness.  Overall the VMA's were great and I can't wait for next year!  Tell me your thoughts in the comments!

Video of the Year:

**WINNER Justin Timberlake - "Mirrors"

Macklemore & Ryan Lewis feat. Wanz - "Thrift Shop"

Bruno Mars - "Locked Out of Heaven"

Robin Thicke feat. T.I. and Pharrell - "Blurred Lines"

Taylor Swift - "I Knew You Were Trouble"

Best Male Video:

Justin Timberlake - "Mirrors"

Robin Thicke feat. T.I. and Pharrell - "Blurred Lines"

**WINNER Bruno Mars - "Locked Out of Heaven"

Ed Sheeran - "Lego House"

Kendrick Lamar - "Swimming Pools"

Artist to Watch:

Twenty One Pilots - "Holding on to You"

Zedd Feat. Foxes - "Clarity"

**WINNER Austin Mahone - "What About Love"

The Weeknd - "Wicked Games"

Iggy Azalea - "Work"

Best Song of the Summer

**WINNER One Direction - "Best Song Ever"

Miley Cyrus - "We Can't Stop"

Selena Gomez- "Come and Get It" 

Calvin Harris featuring Ellie Goulding - "I Need Your Love"

Daft Punk - "Get Lucky"

Robin Thicke featuring T.I. and Pharrell - "Blurred Lines"

Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award (Lifetime Achievement)

Justin Timberlake

Best Video with a Social Message:

Kelly Clarkson - "People Like Us"

**WINNER Macklemore & Ryan Lewis - "Same Love"

Snoop Lion - "No Guns Allowed"

Miguel - "Candles in the Sun"

Beyonce - "I Was Here"

Best Female Video:

Rihanna feat. Mikky Ekko - "Stay"

**WINNER Taylor Swift - "I Knew You Were Trouble"

Miley Cyrus - "We Can't Stop"

P!nk feat. Nate Ruess - "Just Give Me a Reason"

Demi Lovato - "Heart Attack"

Best Hip-Hop Video:

**WINNER Macklemore & Ryan Lewis feat. Ray Dalton - "Can't Hold Us"

Drake - "Started From the Bottom"

Kendrick Lamar - "Swimming Pools"

A$AP Rocky feat. Drake, 2 Chainz & Kendrick Lamar - "F**kin Problems"

J. Cole feat. Miguel - "Power Trip"

Best Visual Effects:

Flying Lotus - "Tiny Tortures"

Skrillex feat. The Door - "Breakin' a Sweat"

The Weeknd - "Wicked Games"

Duck Sauce - "It's You"

**WINNER Capital Cities - "Safe and Sound"

Best Editing:

P!nk feat. Nate Ruess - "Just Give Me a Reason"

Calvin Harris feat. Florence Welch - "Sweet Nothing"

Macklemore & Ryan Lewis feat. Ray Dalton - "Can't Hold Us"

**WINNER Justin Timberlake - "Mirrors"

Miley Cyrus - "We Can't Stop"

Best Direction:

**WINNER Justin Timberlake feat. Jay-Z - "Suit & Tie"

Macklemore & Ryan Lewis feat. Ray Dalton - "Can't Hold Us"

Yeah Yeah Yeahs - "Sacrilege"

fun. - "Carry On"

Drake - "Started From the Bottom"

Best Cinematography:

Thirty Seconds to Mars - "Up in the Air"

Lana Del Rey - "Ride"

Yeah Yeah Yeahs - "Sacrilege"

**WINNER Macklemore & Ryan Lewis feat. Ray Dalton - "Can't Hold Us"

A-Trak & Tommy Trash - "Tuna Melt"

Best Choreography:

Chris Brown - "Fine China"

Ciara - "Body Party"

Jennifer Lopez feat. Pitbull - "Live It Up"

will.i.am feat. Justin Bieber - "#thatPOWER"

**WINNER Bruno Mars - "Treasure"

Best Art Direction:

Capital Cities - "Safe and Sound"

Thirty Seconds To Mars - "Up in the Air"

**WINNER Janelle Monae feat. Erykah Badu - "Q.U.E.E.N"

Lana Del Rey - "National Anthem"

Alt-J - "Tesselate"

Best Pop Video:

Bruno Mars - "Locked Out of Heaven"

Justin Timberlake - "Mirrors"

fun. - "Carry On"

Miley Cyrus - "We Can't Stop"

**WINNER Selena Gomez - "Come and Get It"

Best Rock Video:

Imagine Dragons - "Radiocative"

Fall Out Boy - "My Songs Know What You Did in the Dark (Light Em Up)"

Mumford & Sons - "I Will Wait"

**WINNER Thirty Seconds to Mars - "Up in the Air"

Vampire Weekend - "Diane Young"

Best Collaboration:

Justin Timberlake feat. Jay-Z -"Suit & Tie"

Pitbull feat. Christina Aguilera - "Feel This Moment"

Calvin Harris feat. Ellie Goulding - "I Need Your Love"

Robin Thicke feat. T.I. and Pharrell - "Blurred Lines"

**WINNER P!nk feat. Nate Ruess - "Just Give Me a Reason"

xo,

Jerica