"No Lie:" 2 Chainz is My New Favorite Rapper
..and he should be yours too.
By Alex Thornton Jun 21, 2012 1:44PM
2 Chainz: Yacht CaptainOne of the best things about a 2 Chainz video is the wardrobe. Granted, most of his fashion choices aren't ones I would make myself, but the man has an aesthetic and you have to love his dedication to it. In "No Lie," he briefly sets aside (some of) the gold jewelry in favor of this tasteful sea captain look, complete with a delightfully askew hat, bringing a little bit more joy to the world. If you don't look at him strutting around in a boating-themed outfit (in a video with no boats) and crack a smile, you need to learn how to enjoy life more.
The Swag PhoneApparently, 2 Chainz will often accessorize himself with something he calls a "swag phone"—the receiver from a phone attached to his belt by the cord. Why? I have no idea. Nevertheless, it's crazy and I've decided I love it. I'm sure that there's a 17-year-old walking the halls of his high-school with a swag phone attached to his Nautica belt: that kid is an idiot. 2 Chainz, however, gets a pass because he's awesome and (I think) it was his thing first. Besides, 2 Chainz apparently graduated college in 3 years with a 4.0 GPA, so he's earned the right to be a little silly when he feels the need.
Outlandish EyewearRather than defaulting to the obvious wrap-around shades or aviator at every opportunity, 2 Chainz enjoys taking his eyewear game to another level with items like these old-timey gold frames or the Chanel "Rich Librarian" pair in the last photo. It all contributes to the crazy, over-the-top persona that makes him fun to watch.
Shawty From the "Undastatement" VideoMuch like the man himself, this girl seems to be having the time of her life participating in the "Undastatement" video shoot. I won't elaborate any further on what else she brings to the clip, but the video itself (below) should be enough to let you know why she's become a favorite among YouTube and blog commenters everywhere.
He Looks Like a Monster SometimesBut not a scary, mean monster—more like Grover or one of the monsters from Where the Wild Things Are. I don't know that I'd let young children listen to a 2 Chainz album, but if I were throwing a child's birthday party, I'd love to invite Uncle 2 Chainz because I'm sure the kids and parents alike would get a kick out of the fun-loving, bedazzled emcee playing Pin the Tail on the Donkey and swinging at a piñata full of diamonds.
The 2 Chainz DanceEnergetic yet cool and graceful, performing the 2 Chainz Dance is the most fun you'll have this year whether you're at the club polishing off a bottle of Ciroc or home alone drinking wine in your underwear. Thank you, 2 Chainz, for making this a reality.
2 Chainz is the best guy ever? That's an undastatement...
0Comments
about the bloggers
MSN Music’s Groove covers the Urban cultural landscape of music, fashion, politics and lifestyle. The Groove team includes writers and reporters whose work has appeared in print and online through such respected media outlets as Billboard, MTV News, Vibe, Essence, The Source and GIANT, among others.
follow msn music
music news
- PSY hits out at Cannes imposter
- Georges Moustaki, who penned for Piaf, dies
- Paul McCartney writes in support of Pussy Riot
- Emails show AEG lawyer called Jackson a 'freak'
- Arrest warrant issued for 'late' rapper Tim Dog
- Pussy Riot member starts hunger strike to protest court ruling
- Blake Shelton putting together Okla. benefit show
- Beatles' lyrics headed for British Library
- Geri Halliwell thanks 'Viva Forever!' cast and crew for hard work
- Carole King hits D.C. for Gershwin salute
