Mike Jones and the Gold Chain Ecosystem (4/20/09)

[phatyo2]

Its the best investment you can do. Gold is on the rise. But you don't know much about investments do you?

[JDev82]

haha ghostfaces eagle is not just a wonderful celebration of ignorance, but the greatest "trucking out" since king tut. respect to pretty toney for that one. i heard he had it melted down so he could encase his house in gold. on the real tho, ghostface is actually involved in financing relief efforts in countries with starving children, so if he wants a gold eagle, more power to him.

[reversalofdave]

i think rick ross ended the game when he got a chain of himself wearing a chain of himself

[bakeingfoo22]

hahahaha simple common sense and to lay out what role gold chains play lol how funny

[StitchFace81]

Damn....cool heads prevail....Sub to StitchBaby!

[jel251]

the end got awkward quick lmao..

[Hotobu]

"Gold Chain arms race" - very nice.

[ObamaTheRealLoser]

he lucky he didn't let them niggas in. You'd of lost alot more than ya chain

[kingdom2006ah]

Whats the link for the video of the man eating a dollar bill?

[Neil2293]

i think the guy freaked out after his chain was stolen

[montshop]

he's gonna "reget it".  LOL!

[jovieandjames]

This guy talks too much! It's all good. Funny sh*t...... Ha ha ha...Peace....

[SupriseSexify]

I feel like gold chains are part of the main stream hip-hop uniform. Kind of like fitted hats; where the majority of people sport them......just because.

[VengeanceDaemon]

i LOVE that you have corraline 3D glasses.

[SPOOKYDONKEY3030]

strained metaphor : Yellow !

[1gudspliff]

I am getting a gold chain, fuck if someone takes it i will be pissed, damn this video, hehe,

[HackBennys]

Mike Jones is really down to earth. I'm not a huge fan of his music, but he helped put Texas on the map, so I respect him for that.

[UCantBanDJKazz]

better check t-pains chain!!! hahaaaa

[xSPLENDAx]

Stupid as fuck.

[runway313]

everybody better watch out for Mr. T the original king of gold chains

[patg074]

this dude is funny but it's true. slick rick was the king. i saw biz markie in a picture where he had like 10 big ass chains on like slick rick. but ghost definately ended shit with the wonder woman bracelet and eagle!

[seen81]

Gold is worth more than ever in this economy. When the USD collapses completely, Mike Jones will become overlord of the US because he will have so much gold. You'll see.

[lovesproduct]

Exactly. I lmao every time I see one of those "cash for gold" commercials. people need to try and get there hands on all the real assets they can get. Precious metals, property, art and collectibles....etc

[SPOOKYDONKEY3030]

you send it in. We don't ask any questions ! You get your cash the next day ! lol

[cocogrrl]

That's some straight up "I'm Gonna Git You Sucka" type shit.

[Akinwale1]

I wanna know whats the instrumental at the end

[jusblaze99]

I think if the econ starts gettin worse, then some of these "tough guy" rappers are going to be prime targets for robberies, which would be interesting..... maybe they would make albums daring their fans to try to rob them lol.....

[resaf]

I stole his phone number

[Browzer]

LOL someone link me to the video of that guy eatin money please lol, thankyou.

[boobilz]

lmao,that's what I said!!!!! lmao

[KingPhaRoh]

its tyga, when he got his chain jacked

[LordViczerez]

'I can re-get it'... lol, amazing use of the English language.

[xxwastedyouth707]

I love how he is re-getting it.

He has such a beautiful way with words.

[mishalmooremusic]

"re-get it" ????

smh AND slightly laughing.

[kison718]

This is bullshit. An insurance company will not reimburse ANYTHING without forced entry. He would ceratinaly have to files charges as well. Who da fuk he think he telling that shit too. Rap has gotten so stupid nowadays.

[mike7743]

yeah, I lol'd at that too.

[mike7743]

Jay, you really need to stop overestimating the intelligence of these rappers.

[em2wice]

Insurance can be a beautiful thing; ya herrrd

[wrathkins]

You're so funny. :] this is way better than those FRED videos

[thaigerpearl]

i love your mind! marry me =)

[smeerios]

@thaigerpearl You should hit it, Jay

[psyqyq]

"once Ghostface came out with the eagle, that was basically 'Game Over!'"

( 1:40 )

*hollerin'*

[logoslabsdotcom]

"its funny cause its true""

[BaldButWigged]

hi to the kitty in the back [i know. i'm random]

lmao @ dude eating the dollar

[grabbingsand]

You must rep the Coraline 3-D Glasses.

[ReelSolidTV]

absolute truth haha

[sirawsomeness]

I am a rock/punk/ska/blues/reggae guitarist, so I never really got into hip hop, thanks for all your help. I just know there has to be some good stuff out there, I just couldnt find it.

[hnek]

I totally loled at "I'm not sure what it is but he is clearly doing *something*"

[sirawsomeness]

Hey, I generally really don't like hip hop and rap, and i really can't find any that i do like. Maybe I just am un-educated in hip hop, Anyone recommend something for me to listen to?

[lorezapocalypse]

Hip-hop is a universe unto itself, and I don't know you well enough on which part would be best for you to start, but...

GZA's Liquid Swords is a classic.

Nas' illmatic, same.

Ghostface Killah's Supreme Clientele is also a favorite.

J Dilla's Donuts is a good instrumental album.

Golden age is also good.

LL Cool J's Radio is a must.

The first three Run DMC albums.

Beastie Boy's Paul's Boutique.

If one of those albums doesn't move you, move on.

[WildKillerFox]

good list, personally gotta throw in Midnight Marauders by A Tribe Called Quest and 36 Chambers by Wu Tang

but on the subject of bling, as KRS One said:

"Me I got no jewels on my neck,

why, I don't need 'em I got your respect" XD

[sirawsomeness]

listened to both tunes, they are good.

[sirawsomeness]

thanks everyone, before i have a judgement on hiphop ill give those a listen

[lorezapocalypse]

Sure, If you get into it and want more, just ask. I don't mind talking about the Hip-hop I love in the least.

[sirawsomeness]

I mean, if you guys are ever interested in punk, ska, reggae, classic rock, roots rock, phsycadelic rock, blues, heavy blues rock, garage rock, really anything but hip hop and rap, id b happy to help you guys out. I just have heard alot of bad hip hop, and I was sure there had to be good stuff out there, so thanks everyone! ill get listenin right away

[JenniferKelly]

i <3 uuuu

[SeeSwann]

Nice video. I like the way you think. Your singing on the other hand... LOL Keep up the good work brother!

[thedamntruth]

AGREED lol

[REACTIONISTER]

You have me rolling on the floor! your views, how can we disagree?

[dauoo]

More "rappers" should take a page outta Prince's playbook and wear gold hip chains instead; makes them harder to steal.

[lydellb]

I was shocked to see that you had put a video up. But I love it man. Truer words have never been spoken my friend and you always speaks the truth.

[tashianah]

HELL YEA!! NEW illdoc1 video! super exciting!

[odetothepillow]

I also have Coraline 3D glasses! I don't know if it's cheapened the whole thing or made it more special.

[MochiMC]

So glad you're back in action. Even that little ditty about the day of silence was perfection.

[jdroker]

aren't u supposed to give the 3d glasses back....

[sisforshayla]

love seein you so often now! great vid as always :)

[dominictemple]

Great vid.

[RuthieAA]

Yes! This every morning idea is great.

[dontyoudar]

"re-get it"

[ghostdog221]

Shit i don't even have 3d coraline glasses, but what ever Jay WE LOVE YOU

[ReallyGoodHipHop]

whoa... Jay Smooth can sing!!!

[claud4]

someone stole my bike chain , does that count ?

[Backatwon]

Gold chain ponzi scheme ...you off the chain man!!LOL ...always enjoy your stuff man!!.........stay blessed

[radiohippie]

You keep rockin' those Corraline 3D glasses, Jay!

[biohazardx]

hes back yes your'e back . muhahaha aawsome 1 video a day for the rest of your life :) you can do it

[me213516]

"Gold chains arms race"

[Mattinmotion]

Haha, you're the coolest guy on the tubes man. I rewound and sang along with the little bit at the start :p

[valambiguous]

It's a pretty good idea, to NOT hold the material things in this world, as a treasure in our hearts. These are things that rust and moss do collect. Stay humble. Great video!

[Chrisclassic]

no homo.. but ... i think i love u man!!.. hahaha yo dude this was some funny shit.. quite true.. think i'll subscribe to your vlogs..

peace.

" as youre waiting for my album to drop/ just remember Runs the reason u STARTED rhymin, IM the reason u'll stop"

C.C.

[djkillwill]

PREACH ON!

[greensquall]

shit, if its insured and he can get another gold chain of same quality he's got it made, cause that shits worth way more now then it was when he got it. Gold, and other fine jewels are a good investment in an unstable economy, papers just becoming that, paper.

[herBeautifulMassage]

"...gold chain eco system" You're a riot!

[thejewelryman]

Keep it real, Jay Smooth, keep it real.

Jewelry Man

[illdoc1]

Yessir

[TheArtOfTheComment]

So gold chains exist only in their absence in our current postmodern hip-hop moment. Interesting.

[KMO325]

Man good vid, glad to see you back.

[wadeoradio]

Jay - This was beyond classic homey. Re-think copping a chain! I'm dying over here

[cnote1239]

I got more respect for mike jones and how he handled this situation.

[illdoc1]

no doubt, although some fans are speculating that it's really just insurance fraud lol

[esauofrensfal]

lol, Mike Jones doesn't strike me as that clever, but if it is, then he should keep hustling and get that insurance money.

[TABULOUS1]

Boys who measure their Manhood by how allegedly hard they can be *smh,lol*, merchandise & sexuality have no sense of moral priority & are childish BYTCHES in *my* book --even 20 years ago.....

(checking the list 2confirm that this eliminates most hiphoppers...in MY book)

Yeah. Gaudy jewelry represents some weak ysht that I never wanted/want any parts of.....& such a mentality & level of moral value has connected me with some of the best human beings on Earth.

[mikewill57]

Only took 3 days and you are back in the groove. You know what I'd love to hear you speak on, Mos Def claiming that Doom would annihilate Wayne in a battle. Then, Mos calling Wayne and Jay-Z out to a battle, claiming they wouldn't cuz they were scared and knew Mos would win. You have to give thoughts on this Jay. YOU HAVE TO!!

[NativeMoon]

I'm with you on this. I won't begrudge anyone who wants to rock their bling, but surely there are better ways to demonstrate that you are successful and earn the respect of your peers. At least the gold can get sold if the career has a short shelf-life...

[D0NPIERRE]

Illest Doc you rep for hip pop in a very positive way. kudos man. but im gonna have to slightly disagree. in that, dont you think he paid insurance money for it so if its stolen isnt it appropriate for the insurance company to do what they were being paid for and replace it? im not very sure how this thang works but i think thats how it is. you catch my flip.

[GAMEMENTOR]

Now , If they would've stole the gold out of his mouth...That would've been impressive!

[blightytater]

Welcome back.

[eirefrance]

Hey, isn't the value of gold going up and up while the dollar is dropping? Maybe carrying around all your cash money in jewelry form is the BEST way to go. You just have to protect it. I can see it now. Gold chain gangs running the streets. Kids dying of gold chain addiction and cops standing over their body asking "How the hell did he go to the bathroom". And everyone will have their own theme song.

[Kiddmizfit]

I like ya illdoc, but I'mma have to disagree with you on this one. Sort of. If you have the money, keywords "if you have the money" you SHOULD invest in gold, especially with our currency currently on the foreground of a question mark. (Ever wonder why there are so many cash for gold commercials now?) However, if you have bills to pay, children/yourself to send to school and a neighborhood you feel you need to get out of, a gold chain may not be the wisest investment you make.

[illdoc1]

Like I said in the info section, I'm not literally questioning gold as an investment in general, just the over-the-top garish gold jewelry for the sake of attention.. I'm saying that investment will not be rewarded in the form of the attention or respect you're looking for..

[vedlatigid]

So, I'm diggn' this daily video thing. Although, the list of places to surf during morning coffee is getting LARGE. You are at the top of the list though. Props to you Jay, you are an inspiration.

[iorbit]

Great video. I'm glad you're back!

[runway313]

JAY!!! You are back! After 3 days of your morning doctrines you are back in the swing of things! I am really glad to see it. Nice suject on hip-hop with your twist on it. Hope that youth program is going well still.  I look forward to seeing you tomorrow... on youtube

[iorbit]

"reget it"