Celebs Debate Marijuana Legalization: Birdman, Paris Hilton, The-Dream, Juicy J & More [Video]

Marijuana legalization in the United States made tremendous strides in 2013. States such as Colorado and Washington legalized the use of recreational weed and more are expected to follow this year. Though, legalizing marijuana has its supporters, the anti-pot bandwagon is not a force to ignore. Despite Marijuana’s proven medicinal uses, many in this country still feel like the herb is a harmful drug. The legalization of weed remains as a hot button issue, but VIBE wanted to get some opinions from the music world. It’s no secret that artists have used pot to help with creativity for centuries. At the 2014 Grammy Awards we talked to everyone from Paris Hilton, Birdman Willie Nelson, Juicy, J, The-Dream, Charlie Wilson, DJ Skee, Chrisette Michelle, Salaam Remi and more. Watch the interview above and let us know what you think.

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Chrisette Michele Talks About Soul Music @ The Soul Train Awards 2013 [Video]

Chrisette Michele expounds on the origin of soul music and how it’s derived from one’s soul itself. She further elaborates on how she is inspired to write from her soul and how she lyrically delivers. Chrisette was nominated for an award and spoke of having the fulfilling opportunity of performing in front of Dionne Warwick during rehearsals.

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Chrisette Michele Breaks Down “Audrey Hepburn: An Audiovisual Presentation” Mixtape [Video]

The Mixdown is a weekly show in which Esteban visits recording studios to hang with hip hop producers and MCs. Check it out every Wednesday. Esteban spends time with Chrisette Michele, who breaks down tracks from her new mixtape “Audrey Hepburn: An Audiovisual Presentation“. Previously: Chrisette Michele – Better [Audio]

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