While some female artists fall into the "Bootylicious" trap, Mary J. Blige refuses to get caught. The "Queen of Hip-Hop Soul" continues to be herself and sing songs about female empowerment and self-love.
Mary J. Blige: Preacher, feminist, artist
Seeded on Wed May 12, 2010 10:28 AM EDT (msnbc.com)
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