streets of gold

Why I gotta sue you - if you cute, you cute. Oops…my bad. Well hey, I can uh…pretend I don’t know and I’ll act all super surprised when you tell me for real. Oh word? Well how’s this for an invite, Rita - I want you to come hang out with me tonight. Would you like to?

I don’t be asking about his - nah that’s a lie, I’m nosy as fuck, so I’d wanna know. See, now I gotta ask him.

Eh, that doesn't sound like a great plan but we'll go along with it...so from now on you know nothing of the serious secret feelings that I harbor for you. Much better. And yeah sure, I'll come hang out with you. Thanks for asking nicely.

Of course you gotta' know. But in the event he does have interesting plans...you should let me know too...

#chats #chat: kovu

Look at you, giving me terms of endearment and shit, I might start to think you like me, mhmmm. I so don’t blame you if you do. Oh see nah, it’s a Tuesday night and you’re bored, and more importantly, you’re not here turning up with me. These are major problems.

I’m good now, you feel me? I’m trying to get Sticky to drink this bottle with me, but he’s being lame.

Meh, I felt like it was fitting, sue me for being cute for once. Oh no, you weren't supposed to find out I liked you this soon. Psh, you never actually invite me to come hang out with you like a normal person, that's a major problem.

You can't call him lame for not wanting to drink, maybe he's got secret Sticky-type plans tomorrow or something? What these plans would be, I'm not entirely sure but it's kind of a possibility...

#chats #chat: kovu

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Ritaaaaaaa! Whaddup, baby girl. How you be?

#dont mind rita...just goofing around and incorporating salsa steps to a dance for a shakira song #rita bonita

You couldn't just let that like go by unnoticed, mi leoncito. But I'm doing good, bored, but that's nothing new. How are you? Whatcha' up to tonight?

#chats #chat: kovu

teddywestside

Unapologetic | Kita

un·a·pol·o·get·ic adjective not feeling or showing regret or shame; not apologetic

#its like 4 in the morning why am i still up and WHY am i reading this?#kita #drabbles and things

Kovu and Rita didn’t mind using each other for this particular need. And they most certainly weren’t sorry about it.

SO.

Well I think to answer your question, it’s a space issue and also…who gives a motherfuck?! The people I know will be down for it, that’s all I care about.

I am going to disagree with you on this point though. The Oscars are the perfect way to learn about that shit because as you’re pointing out—hello, they’re corrupt as hell! All that corruption in one place?? All the movers and shakers putting their eggs in one basket?? Through the Oscars alone, I have learned a hell of a lot about how the game is played and how they sweep shit under the rug. You wanna change Hollywood, you better learn how that game is played so you can undermine it. Otherwise you’ll be an uneducated idealist doing what? Picketing? Protesting? Yeah, that’ll really make a difference to the fat cats in their shiny suits. If you don’t want to get your conscience dirty by tuning in, fine. Sit on your high horse and have fun. I’m actually gonna pay attention and know this stuff inside and out so if I want to, I can trojan horse it on my ride to glory and fame thank you very much.

People with sense give a fuck, if I'm not mistaken. Well good for you and your weird ass friends then, like I said, have fun don't get your ass bitten by a bug.

Nah, if you have to learn about how corrupt the whole industry is by watching the Oscars then you need to get out and open your eyes buddy. I was fucking six when I learned that shit and I ain't have to watch no basic ass white people in ugly dresses to figure that out. But I guess that's where we differ, your privilege prevents you from having to learn things the way most people do, so I'll let you rock on that point. The fact of the matter is you're saying you're watching this shit to "change Hollywood" but your actions aren't proving that. I know damn well these people don't care about protesters and picketers, but don't you dare refer to people who try to fight for a cause in that way uneducated. You sitting on your ass and "studying" this shit ain't gonna' make a difference either, because even if you weasel your way into this industry you're still gonna' have shit handed to you in ways that I never could. That's the point. So you can sit here and study that shit to figure out how to work around it but the point is you don't even have to do that shit because at the end of the day you're probably not gonna' even have to do all that thinking and work to find yourself an Oscar nom or a Grammy nom or any other "important" nomination in the entertainment industry. I'm not interested in playing the game or undermining people to change the way things work, in all honestly as a musician, I'd rather put out the better body of work, have the whole world know about my success and STILL not get the award. If you're in the industry to be in competition with other people for recognition and accolades then you lose sight of why you do what you do in the first place. Because at the end of the day you're talking all this big game about how hard you're gonna have to work to get your awards and shit when the point is you're not gonna' have to work that hard, you're not gonna' have to undermine people to change the industry. The industry will always be in your favor. And I don't mean no disrespect to you cause I'm sure you've got your dreams and ambition to boot, but you're out here talking like the industry's gonna' be a struggle for you, when it probably won't be because you're a white male. At the end of the day you ain't gotta Trojan horse shit, that's my point.

#chats #chat: Tod

SO.

See, an Oscar Hater in our midst! I get you, I do. You don’t gotta come to the party, friend. But this shit is my bread and butter. The Oscars are your one stop-shop for all the drama and politics of Hollywood, which is where my future career is going to take me. Why wouldn’t I wanna watch this shit go down?

You missed the whole point of what I was saying, man. If you wanna' watch that shit, that's on you. What I don't understand is the logic behind this little party you're having, so let me put it into simpler terms for you since it must have slipped right over your head. 1. Why are y'all sitting outside watching this shit on lawn chairs and picnic towels? 2. What is with white people and constantly wanting to have outdoor excursions for simple things that can and should be done indoors. 3. What kind of ratchet ass event is this that you out here asking people to dress up so you can sit OUTSIDE?

And for the record, it's not even a good place to learn about the politics of Hollywood because the actual issues get swept under the rug in favor of discussing why films that dehumanize groups of people deserve praise. And then, just like every thing else in Hollywood and in general, you're told to be respectful of other's hard work and not say what you want. So basically you're merely encouraging the behavior to continue by giving this shit ratings. But whatever, let me not look like the angry hater or whatever. Have fun at your illogical mess of a party.

#chats #chat: Tod

SO.

Who’s coming to my Oscar Party tonight? It’s Red Carpet attire, naturally. Wanna see you kids looking your best if you want to be sippin my champagne.

#chats #chat: Tod #i...apologize for her

Why the hell would someone get all dressed up just to sit around and watch the fucking mayonnaise awards? Like did you really think this shit through? You gonna' have people get all dolled up just to watch some old people praise mediocre films when they can do that shit in they house?

Texts | Kita

Kovu: Alright alright, I'll remember for next time. It's not sus until you see it. Oh word? I didn't think you'd be swayed so easy. But yeah, come thru. Just for the chicken, and not for my dope ass personality or nothing.

Rita: Well if you want more of a fight I can always go ahead and be unnecessarily difficult. I don't mind. Yeah, just for the chicken, your personality's a bonus...I guess.

#text messages #messages: Kovu

Texts | Kita

Kovu: My apologies, but when am I ever /not/ rude. I know I got two things that miiiiight. I got chicken. I also got something else, but I can't tell you what it is, it's a surprise.

Rita: Well, you're not supposed to be rude to me. It's like an unspoken rule or whatever. That sounds sus as hell, just so you know. But whatever, I might pop in for a little bit.

Rita: /Just/ for the chicken though.

#text messages #messages: Kovu

[Text]: Maaan fuck Tia, girl. Come see me instead. I got better shit than popcorn.

[TEXT]: Oh, hey there, I’m doing great thanks for fucking asking rude ass. I dunno Kovu, not a lot of things top pop corn and ice cream…

#text messages #messages: Kovu #actual fucking mess

Another year,

Nooooooo, silly goose! That’s actually gross. It’s super good, and I don’t make it like Auntie Gladys, but mine is totally second. Of course, I’m serious. DJ is always nice to me, but he do be mean to the rest of y’all. I’m glad he decided to play nice though. You and Sadira used to stay stressed with the hours. RITA! What do I be tellin’ you about violence? Lemme tell you again - it’s not the answer. Did you at least win, because creeps who cop feels should never win. Um…you’re going to watch I, Robot with my baby father Will Smith with me. And you’re not going to complain and we’re gonna eat ice cream.

Pfft, how was I supposed to know that's not what you meant, you Southerners say weird shit sometimes. But cool, since it's not as gross as I originally thought I can't wait to try it then. Welp, since yours is the first I'll be trying it's number one in my book...mainly because I have no real way of measuring it by anyone else's standards...but the point is you're #1 with me always. He's only nice to you because he likes you...like the 'I wanna kiss you and do other stuff with you' kinda' like, I swear. Mhmm, the hours are actually insane because DJ's basically a tyrant...and he actually hates the both of us because we're smarter than him. Whoa, whoa, I totally hear you on the violence isn't always the answer thing...I've been trying to be a better person, it's just not working. Besides, violence is the more interesting answer. It's a hell of a lot more effective than that talking it out crap you're all about. Of course I won. Okaaay, I guess that doesn't sound that bad, even if the movie is supposed to be about creepy robots and shit. And I never complain about anything ever, hush. I'll be over in a few.

#chats #chat: tiana

Another year,

You ain’t never had a macaroni pie before?! Like making it from scratch and putting it in the little tin foil pans so you can bake it in the oven? Oh it’s so good, Rita, you’re missin’ out. I’ll make you one, don’t you worry. Aww, thank you boo, but you don’t gotta, I got this. Ayeee, so DJ finally decided to loosen the reigns on y’all, huh? Which means you can come hang out with meeee!

OH, that's what it is? I thought it was like you know...a pie, like the apple kind but with mac and cheese filling. Never mind then. But okay, I'll trust you on that, you are the best cook ever afterall. You sure? 'Cause I don't mind. Yeeep, I thought the day would never come, but he's being nice and letting me have a few nights off. I think it might have something to do with the fact that I got into a fight with one of the guys at the club who got a little handsy, but I mean whatever, a night off is a night off. Hmm, I guess I can come hang out with you...depends on what you bout to have me doing.

#chats #chat: tiana

Another year,

another Mardi Gras missed. I swear on my great auntie Gladys’ macaroni pie that I’ll make enough money to go next year. Anyways, how are y’all doin’ tonight?

...Macaroni pie? I'm not judging but that sounds...kinda' gross, Tia. But I'm sorry you missed Mardi Gras, but yeah, you're definitely gonna' make it to next year's one. I'll even chip in to help get you a plane ticket because I know it's like...important to you and whatnot. Buuut, I'm doing alright, I've got the night off so I'm hype. How ya' doing?

#chats #chat: tiana

here---comesthe---sun-blog

I've officially hit rock bottom.

They do… It’s a lot of computer generated bullshit… but there was one about mermaids that was pretty interesting. Yeah…. most people I know won’t say ET’s their favorite movie. It was really messed up and it was a kid’s movie? Please.

I come from a long line of fisherman. We don’t get up early, we don’t eat. Guess it’s kinda bred into me to not sleep in. I’m not planning on surfing so I should be good.

That's not all that surprising. But I've always loved mermaids, so I'd probably actually watch that one and end up enjoying it. ET looked creepy to me and it was kinda' sad but then again most kid's movies are pretty messed up. The Gremlins was a messed up movie too, but that's another story.

Ah, okay, that makes sense then. So, like do you actually enjoy fishing or is it just something you do for the family business?

#chats #chat: apollo

I've officially hit rock bottom.

loyalty-isalliknow

I’m just bigger than you, and you keep pointing it out to me because you’re tight about it. It’s fine - I’ll give you that one. Well…how about this for proof - if I was such a bore as you make me out to be, I’m sure you would have deaded this conversation on me long ago, huh?

I’m stubborn? Oh no, toots. You are the one that’s stubborn. Won’t give a guy a chance to get to talk to you for real. You’re so hostile to me - it hurts my already fragile ego, yanno? Okay so I’m a fuckin’ jerk too, I never denied that shit. I only denied my not being interesting.