The Music Behind Love And Hip Hop ATL

If, like me, you enjoy the ratchet going-on's in Mona-Scott Young's 'Love And Hip Hop' franchise it can be hard to even remember why on earth these people are on the tv and what they have to do with the world of hip hop. There is the occasional back drop of a showcase or dance rehearsal and the ever present mention of 'going to the studio' but we rarely actually hear the outcome of these sessions.
So for those of you who are usually left wondering where all this top secret music is and which of these Love And Hip Hop Atlanta cast members actually have any talent, look no further than my quick run-down of the key musical players and their work.

Joseline Hernandez
The Puerto Rican princess was a central character for much of the first season and her notorious studio sessions with Stebbie may have actually led to records being made amongst other things.
She has finally dropped a video for one of her songs 'Mi Colta' but no word yet on whether this will be released as a single.
Throughout the hip-hop influenced track, she raps in Spanish about something or other, and in the video...well not a lot happens really.
As much as I am a fan of Joseline and her fiery personality, as expected, her music doesn't quite cut it amongst the rest of the music industry lead female players such as Nicki Minaj and Rihanna.
It does, however, have great production (applaudes Stevie J) and I'm sure this won't stop her from unleashing an album and more tracks in the coming months.
Mi Colta

Stevie J
Three time Grammy award winner and successful songwriter are probably not the first thoughts that come to mind when you hear the name Stevie J. Stevie is probably always going to be more known for his misogynistic and shameless antics on Love and Hip Hop than he will for his production on a lot of great music even though he has worked with some of the best including P Diddy, Notorious B.I.G and Mariah Carey.
Having now decided to attach himself to the hot mess that is Joseline Hernandez, his reputation in the music industry is most probably irreparable.
But let's take a look at some of his wiser career choices back in the 90's and early noughties.
I Still Believe - Mariah Carey
Mo Money Mo Problems - The Notorious B.I.G
Spendin' Money - R Kelly



K. Michelle

In my opinion, the most talented and respectable artist to emerge from the franchise. Putting her temper and big mouth aside, K seems on the way to finally achieving a successful career within the music industry with an album set for mid August release and millions of Youtube hits on her latest tracks.
The track which caught my attention the most was her recent single, V.S.O.P, which showcased her flawless vocals along with a smooth and soulful beat and cute lyrics. I'm excited to see what's next for this R'n'b diva...
V.S.O.P

Rasheeda

As much as I wanted Rasheeda and her music to be good, I couldn't perform the impossible and make my ears enjoy it. Although some of her tracks are arguably catchy and could find their way into the mainstream, she doesn't have the lyrical ability to compete with Nicki, the dramatic production to go head to head with Azealia Banks, the sex appeal of Iggy Azalea or the admirable attitude of Lil Kim.
Therefore, she can only hope for one breakthrough hit and a few features before accepting the fact that her husband, Kirk, will always be more famous for cheating on her than she will be for her music career.
Hit It From The Back

Lil Scrappy

He seems to spend more time arguing with his on-off girlfriend/babymother and entertaining his slightly insane mum than he does making any music these days.
But only a few years ago Lil' Scrappy was on the rise musically with a few hits under his belt including 'Money In The Bank' which peaked at number 28 and 'No Problem', where did it all go wrong ?
Maybe signing up for a trashy reality show didn't help his career as much as he had hoped since all his releases over the past year have barely reached over 250,000 Youtube views and Momma Dee is clearly outshining him in the media.
Money In The Bank

Karlie Redd


I argued as to whether or not it was even worth including Karlie in this list but seeing as she is a listed cast member and does like to go on about her 'music' (at one point she claimed to be signed to Cash Money Records) I felt that she deserves at the very least a mention.
So here is her mention, I have nothing more to say about her futile attempts at a rap career.
Louie, Prada, Gucci