Friday, March 9, 2007

Where did the Spreewells go?




I want to discuss if I might a topic of supreme importance. Most basically stated as where did the Spreewell’s go. For those of you less informed readers this title begs an explanation. Latrell Spreewell a professional basketball who has made his mark on the sport of basketball with many controversial acts made his contribution to society in a different way. HE introduced and popularized the spinner rims. I’ll break it down even simpler. Spinners are wheel covers which spin independently of the wheel itself when the brakes are applied. A trend that found it’s way into everything from footwear to belt buckles, and even onto snowboards. Which brings us full circle back to where did they go?


This seems to be a reoccurring theme among things that I enjoy so much. Among other things I have noticed a similar trend in bling. "Bling-bling" (usually shortened to simply "bling") is a hip hop slang term which refers to expensive jewelry (as seen at Bling Bling Online). And what about those shiny grillz we so adamently loved? And when was the last time you read about a rapper being shot? It has been far to long. It is a disturbing trend and the purpose of this RUD is to address some of the causes behind this trend as well as some of the detrimental effects.


At work I often have the opportunity to surf the web. Lately there has been an increased public concern towards white supremacist attitudes. I read on cnn.com about a resurgence of the klan. Could these unnerving trends be to blame?... All sources point to yes. And what about boys wearing girls pants? 50 don’t roll that way, but that is the subject for another blog.


The question is where does that leave us now? I can’t speak for the entire population, but I know personally it leaves me worried for the future of this great nation. This is the call to action, go out get “a grill”, buy pants that are far to big, buy those spinners (even if they are the wal-mart special, isn’t that truly embracing the culture), and always remember drop it like it’s hot.

3 comments:

Anonymous said...

Although I don't understand a single thing you put out in this blog, I have to comment. "Drop it like its hot". What is up with that? I too am concerned about the resurgence of the Klan. I say shoot them all. There is no place in our society for raceism. I agree fully with that. Spreewell is better known for spitting on his coach and trying to choke him then the spinner rims, but I guess it all goes together with the idea that spinners actually spin the wrong way, kind of like Spreewell. Be carefull when you spin against the road. I don't mind if you spin against the road when warrented, but don't do so just because you want to choke a coach. Work with me here.

Dad...

Abby said...

This is very intelligible. I'm glad you gave a history lesson on Spreewelling. Thank you for putting our IQs down at least four points.

Anonymous said...

who posted this one. i am kind of curious.

elder