Erika Marie
Erika Marie is a seasoned journalist, editor, and ghostwriter who works predominantly in the fields of music, spirituality, mental health advocacy, and social activism. The Los Angeles editor, storyteller, and activist has been involved in the behind-the-scenes workings of the entertainment industry for nearly two decades.
E.M. attempts to write stories that are compelling while remaining informative and respectful. She's an advocate of lyrical witticism & the power of the pen.
Favorites: Motown, New Jack Swing, '90s R&B, Hip Hop, Indie Rock, & Punk; Funk, Soul, Harlem Renaissance Jazz greats, and artists who innovate, not simply replicate.
- Pop CultureFat Joe Details Private Talk With Kanye, Explains Defending AshantiJoe says a good friend of his questioned why he stood up for the singer & asked if he ever slept with her.ByErika Marie6.1K Views
- MusicDaBaby Freestyles Over Latto's "Big Energy," Mentions His BMsThe rapper has been taking hits from all sides, but he returns with a new freestyle to shut down his haters.ByErika Marie4.2K Views
- MusicGloRilla Turns Up With Gillie Da Kid & Wallo In MemphisIt looks like the "Million Dollaz Worth of Game" hosts made their way to Tennessee for their latest interview.ByErika Marie6.9K Views
- Pop CultureIce Spice Buss It Challenge Video Resurfaces & Fans Love ItFans are revisiting the "Munch" rapper's 2021 video of her TikTok Buss It Challenge.ByErika Marie160.6K Views
- TVChris Redd Revisits Kanye's "Disrespectful" 2018 Pro-Trump Rant On "SNL"The "SNL" star recalled hearing Ye's dress rehearsal and thinking the rapper was "about to pull some bullsh*t."ByErika Marie3.6K Views
- MusicGloRilla Says EP "Anyway, Life's Great..." Is "That Raw Sh*t"The "F.N.F." hitmaker reveals what to expect from her forthcoming project.ByErika Marie2.9K Views
- MusicYung Bleu Shares "Tantra" Tracklist Ft. Lil Wayne, Nicki Minaj, Kelly Rowland, ZaynThe album arrives in all its glory this Friday. Are you excited for this one?ByErika Marie6.2K Views
- MusicJeezy Says This Classic Kanye Track Was Bred From His SongThe Snowman revealed Ye's classic hit was supposed to be a verse on Jeezy's T.I. collab, "I Got Money." ByErika Marie9.6K Views
- Pop CultureKevin Hart Details Being Robbed While With His MotherEven this scary story was hilarious as the comedian recalled his mom refusing to back down.ByErika Marie8.5K Views
- Pop CultureJa Rule Gives Origins Of Snitching While Discussing TakeoffThe Rap icon addressed Takeoff's tragic murder as people question why arrests haven't been made.ByErika Marie9.6K Views
- Pop CultureHalle Bailey Cried "Real Tears" After Getting Heartfelt Note From PilotWhile traveling, a Delta pilot slipped Halle a note about the singer being an "inspiration to little brown girls."ByErika Marie1.8K Views
- Pop CultureFivio Foreign Jokes He Would Tell Younger Self To Have Fewer KidsThe rapper laughed ByErika Marie2.9K Views
- MusicYung Bleu Details Working With Lil Wayne On "Soul Child"The sizzling track will be included on Bleu's Friday release, "Tantra."ByErika Marie3.2K Views
- MusicBoosie Badazz Says Album With T.I. Is "Harder" Than "Her Loss"Tip seemed to agree when he hopped in the comments to agree with Boosie's take.ByErika Marie21.0K Views
- MusicKodak Black Calls "Cap" On 21 Savage's "Verzuz" Claim21 believes he can beat any of his 2016 XXL Freshmen classmates in a Verzuz, but Kodak and Desiigner think differently.ByErika Marie10.5K Views
- MusicSerena Williams' Husband Alexis Ohanian Reacts To Drake's "Groupie," "Her Loss" BarThe Reddit co-founder took the high road after Drizzy slid in an insult on "Her Loss."ByErika Marie16.1K Views
- Pop CultureKanye's N-Word Tweet About Anti-Semitism Deleted By TwitterYe continues to share his unfiltered thoughts.ByErika Marie9.0K Views
- Pop CultureQC's Coach K Pays Tribute To Takeoff: "I Am Truly Heartbroken"Quality Control Music's co-founder shared memories of the beloved, fallen rapper. ByErika Marie6.7K Views
- Pop CultureKanye West Returns, Takes Aim At Personal Trainer, Says He Was "Mentally Misdiagnosed"As suspected, Ye is back and he has a LOT to say.ByErika Marie58.7K Views
- Pop CultureMegan Thee Stallion Denies False Report About 1501 CaseAfter false rumors about the legal case circulated, the rapper shared paperwork to refute fake news.ByErika Marie3.9K Views
- MusicDrake & 21 Savage Share "Her Loss" TracklistOne of the most anticipated releases of the week is almost here.ByErika Marie16.3K Views
- Pop CultureDwyane Wade Fiercely Refutes Ex-Wife's Claims About Daughter ZayaThe retired baller's ex-wife claims Dwyane is pushing for Zaya's gender reassignment for financial gain. He clapped back.ByErika Marie5.9K Views
- MusicChingy Only Saw R. Kelly Be "Respectful To Women"He says he even witnessed his "Leave Wit Me" collaborator check IDs before interacting with women.ByErika Marie5.2K Views
- MusicAkon Says YSL Are Good People But Lyrics Make Them Sound Like Serial KillersHe stressed that he knows most of them and they're "good-hearted" people.ByErika Marie8.1K Views