Christina Milian Says She Was Dropped For Rihanna+T.I. Readies For The Slammer

Dec 18 | by Natasha

Christina Milian is looking extra fly on the upcoming double cover issue of Rap-Up magazine. On her first magazine cover since parting ways with Island Def Jam in 2006, the diva breaks her silence on the emotional past two years, why she was dropped, which superstar encouraged her comeback, her reaction to ex-boyfriend Nick Cannon's marriage to Mariah Carey, and her brand new album. Here's some juicy quotes: On how she reacted after being dropped from her label: "It was embarrassing. It was a week after my album [So Amazin'] got put out. I would be in my room a lot of the time crying by myself." On the reason why she was dropped: "It was a budget cut, I believe. [Def Jam] probably got rid of projects like mine to spend the money on [Rihanna]." On the celebrity who inspired her to get back into music: "I bumped into Janet Jackson at a club. We talked for an hour and I was telling her I don't know if I'm gonna do this, and she was like, 'Girl, do not let them stop you. I'm a fan and you make good music.' She's a person I actually looked up to growing up, so her telling me that really was the day I was like, 'I'm not gonna let these people hold me down. It's time.'" On learning about ex-boyfriend Nick Cannon's marriage to Mariah Carey: "I was surprised like everyone else. I was like, 'Really?' It just seemed like a weird match, but I was happy for him. I always feel Nick works hard to get what he wants, whether that be women—that's how he got me."

And T.I.P. Harris is on the flip side of the issue. He reflects on the biggest year of his career, his impending jail sentence, the effect it will have on his family, and how the King always gets his way: On how his children are going to deal with his time in prison: "My oldest is 12—she understands. She's strong and smart. The three weeks I was in, before I got to come home, she said to me, 'Don't worry. I'll hold things down 'til you get back.' I'm more worried about how my boys are going to deal." On what it would take for him to be conceited like Kanye West: "Selling a billion. At about a billion, I think I'd be pretty hard to deal with." On winning awards: "No disrespect to Kanye, but that kinda stuff just don't mean nothing to me. Whether or not I win an award, I mean that's nice, but at the end of the day I understand that I'm a man. What being a man means to me is not defined by an award or an amount of records sold."

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@ The Truth: Rihanna is

@ The Truth: Rihanna is talented but she just doesn't have a high voice range, hello it's music people! not everyone is meant to be a sorprano like Mariah but her voice isn't as low as Cassie! @ Anartist: your right! Rihanna's style was working and she had this rock style that worked for her career :) they are both in the same vocal range unless i'm lost. But back to the story, Christina declined on the offer to do "SOS" (Which made Rihanna big!) therefore they cut her, should've done that song CM then maybe people would still seek for your music, anyways people don't take her serious as a musician maybe another girl that guys can look at lol (i'm just being honest, she was in Maxim Hot 100!) but for you to be well known again, just come out with a good song no need to be mad at another artist for your wrong music decision

by Vania
7:19 am - Dec 29, '08

I think theyre both real

I think theyre both real pretty, and likewise both very vocally average. But rihanna was succesful because she was cooler, her style and her appeal just worked. I'd like to see christina come back though, after all she's musically no worse than rihanna. As for TI, i like that hes talking sense - and unlike Kanye isn't desperate for validation (& can actually rap). I was feeling his production and his innovation before but now his cockiness is just tired. And his music isn't justifying it anymore, singing and autotune? Only supreme arrogance (or delusion) could have convinced him that was a good idea.

by Anartist
3:54 am - Dec 19, '08

I like Christina, and I like

I like Christina, and I like her songs..But she seems to do better in acting for some reason...nobody takes her serious when she sings, I don't know why, maybe she's not promoted right...Because her songs are good, she can sing, she can dance and she's gorgeous..

by pinkgirly
1:47 am - Dec 19, '08

Is it jus me or does

Is it jus me or does Christina M. favor my girl Bey in dat pic with the hair and everything?!??!

by bonafied_trini
12:41 am - Dec 19, '08

Please stop hating on Chris

Please stop hating on Chris M. Both Chris M and Rihanna are in the same boat. Rihanna cannot sing and the only things she has going for herself is a stylist, Def Jam's money (Thanks to Jay-Z)and Chris B. since she cannot have Jay-Z. I am sure he told her he could give her a career but not the "RING" because it has to go to the REAL Queen "B",who has talent, money and doe not need him for anything, not even his hand in marriage. Comparing Rihanna to Beyonce is like comparing trash to class. Rihanna the banana boat is waiting for you to exit stage left. You know the one you came to the U.S. on! Please stop hawling on CD's. All the money and honey Jay-Z has given you will never give you talent. Jay-Low Jr. I know do not hate the player, hate the game right black people? Jay-Z, how long are you going to pimp your Whore-OOps product? I guess until you make a billion???? Do You!!! Furthermore, Beyonce's new CD is great for those of you who are grown. Instead of the children,who likes beats and hooks with no lyics. Real music lovers understand the difference between an artist and product!

by The Truth
11:08 pm - Dec 18, '08

NO WONDER! I always wanted to

NO WONDER! I always wanted to know why Christina never does anything. Well...she needs take advantage of all the publicity she gets and reach out to other avenues such as modeling, endorsements, etc. Like someone said, she needs to drop songs when the time is right. Or she should go after the gay, Japanese or European markets.

by chaka1
10:55 pm - Dec 18, '08

they dropped her for Rihanna?

they dropped her for Rihanna? Really? Wow. That was a waste. cuz u can c that rihanna’s success is based on ALL THE DAMN MONEY her label spent to make her and her voice sound good on pictures and records. the beeyotch cant SING!!!! Much less perform…my lawddd!!! Christina girl, we love you, and you’ll make a HUGE comeback…without them…show them that they made a damn HUGE mistake ------------------ co sign if she didnt sell,def jam have to put her out just after her 3rd album not two weels after realese of the 4th ------------------- rihanna is famous because they use bee name to promote her on an audience who liked her already(after her 2nd album);all this jay-z stuff was the X factor. christina ,hope u the best GIRL

by mamma mia.....bee is too good to be true!
10:25 pm - Dec 18, '08

I have always liked Christina

I have always liked Christina and am glad she shared her story, it shows humility, heart, and class. Despite what happened, she always found a way to stay connected within the industry and took her time doing so. Very smart. Sounds like it's time for her to hit it out the park!

by Mademoiselle Kiki......Engaged!!!! (Yes, he did!)
9:59 pm - Dec 18, '08

JANET seesm cool...u never

JANET seesm cool...u never here celebs say nasty stuff about her.. and glad she told christina that...i like her too

by pat
9:48 pm - Dec 18, '08

Is it just me, or is T.I. a

Is it just me, or is T.I. a downlow deep dude? Every time he talks in an interview, I'm struck by how smart he is....too bad he made some bad choices that will take him away for a minute.

by SAS
9:23 pm - Dec 18, '08

they dropped her for Rihanna?

they dropped her for Rihanna? Really? Wow. That was a waste. cuz u can c that rihanna's success is based on ALL THE DAMN MONEY her label spent to make her and her voice sound good on pictures and records. the beeyotch cant SING!!!! Much less perform...my lawddd!!! Christina girl, we love you, and you'll make a HUGE comeback...without them...show them that they made a damn HUGE mistake

by bboy
9:20 pm - Dec 18, '08

Christina Milian Says She Was Dropped For Rihanna+T.I. Readies For The Slammer

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