Aries Spears Says "The Essence Of R&B Is Dead" Because Songs Are Too Vulgar Now

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The comedian claims that romance is missing from the genre.

Discussions regarding the life or death of R&B have lessened in recent weeks, but it doesn't mean that the conversations are over. Much has been said about R&B and its influence within this generation of the music industry, and Aries Spears is offering his assessment. In a chat with VladTV, Spears agreed with Sean "Diddy" Combs's initial comments about R&B being dead, and the actor believes it's because romance is no longer a factor.

"I think the essence of R&B is dead," said the comedian. "Again, courtship, talkin' to a woman, wooing a woman."

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"You know, guys in this era and because of social media and the climate of what that is, it's like, 'B*tch, take your clothes off and suck my d*ck.' The romance is gone," he added."

"The cat and mouse of it all, the allure is gone. The sexiness is gone. I remember, I forget where I was, Kansas City doing a club, and I was listening to some Rap song. God, I wish I could remember the exact lyrics, but the dud said something to the extent of, 'Can you work this d*ck like you can scramble eggs.' And I just went, 'Jesus Christ! Wow!'"

Spears marveled at the simplicity and vulgarity of the line. "I just went, there's no romance anymore."

This has been a sentiment that many have held for some time. Watch Aries Spears discuss the state of R&B below and let us know if you agree.


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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.
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