this is old old old....about 5 years ago! when i first went natural I love Kimmaytube to the max. in other words times has change, now we have IG. Snap chat, twitter, and FB.. When this was happen, Social Media was inits infancy, and the game was to get subscribers...now the Social Media is big enough for everybody
I love Kimmaytube's videos. I see that she is a business women, doesn't mean I have to buy the product. I love the info she puts out and the styles she does.
You know, although this situation is old, this video spoke to me personally because I have gone through something similar in blog land. I made one mistake in a giveaway and a whole slew of other bloggers kind of bad mouthed me and disowned me. The situation has since been dissolved but what still bothers me is that their are people who had nothing to do with the situation picked sides without giving me a chance. I do think most of this is over competition, which is crazy to me. Very sad.
kimmay handled herself well in her part 2 and i appreciate her for explaining the capital gain behind the AE title change and their video responses. Now im excited for more hair videos, beauty, etc b/c my hair feels neglected, lol! Let's get it!
We should never pull down our brother and sister when they raise, that means it is possible for us all. The tide is going to turn, no weapon form against kimmaytube shall prosper.
Life is too short and there are too few black people doing well for all this. Unity is the key to success- a life's lesson for all. I love your channel because I like your personality. I like Kim's channel because her hair advice is good. Together you both are great. Its unfortunate we will fight over the crumbs while the feast is being had at the table.
I feel real uneasy about what appears to be a "living in the bubble --- bought the hype syndrome". It's like we, as a people are suffering from gaping head wounds, and here you come with razor blades, not even band aids to help the situation. Bottom line is, as capable and phenomenal as you all are, could somebody think about throwing up a channel to parse our mental illness --- addressing causes and cures. We got to fix this, it's too serious, and only we can fix this. LOVE to all.
@gettingphinenow She is good at what she does, no doubt about that. However people feel certain kinda ways about her, and people have that right, just like she has that right as well to block people. I don't agree with everything, but I just look at it as a learning experience. such is life, you think people are one way and they turn out very different.
I believe that Mariane Williamson said it best, "Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate, our deepest fear is that we are adequate beyond measure, it's our light not our darkness that most frightens us." etc. It goes on to say that we should not shrink to make others feel secure around us. We were born to shine as children do, and when we allow our light to shine, we allow others to do the same. Let's all shine ladies!
I like that you keep it real. I did notice how you were choosing your words wisely. You are slow to speak and quick to listen, and that means you think first. I really like that characteristic in people. Not everyone is able to do that. That is why the mis-communication happened. I pray for those who choose to attack others. I hope everyone takes the time to examine themselves including me.
@DreaDevine I completely agree. I never understood the whole baking soda thing either, nor will I ever use it. But it's pretty conventional among all ethnicities for both hair and teeth, so you can't really fault the naturals for following conventional widdom. Also, I think it's important to understand that people have the right to do whatever they want, and if they want to use baking soda, then they should without them being accused of harboring a 'herd" mentality.
This is a very clever publishy stunt, but it is so negative. There is room for us all at the top why. I am so disappoint. Now Kimmaytube our Africian queen is gone, you both have value why.
If anyone thinks their personality doesn't affect their numbers...they're wrong. I no longer subscribe to ky. The ego was too much for me. I'm on here to learn and not be annoyed. My faves are: simplyonique, BBBD, prettydimples, nap85, coloredbeautiful and AE.
Thank you for this! I was really confused at the last video...I understand trying to keep it PC and positive though, but sometimes...it's like, "Girl please!"
It's about time MIss AE! I was wondering when and if you were gonna put it it out there like TAREN did. Not to feed into the drama but to ADDRESS the GAME and it's PLAYERS. Although this topic did seemed to ruffle the feathers of some YT "peacocks" I hope that you will continue to open your channel to diverse and thought-provoking subjects. THANKS.
I'm late to the game so to speak, but I must say in watching all the videos regarding this issue, I am profoundly impressed on how you and @Taren916 handled the whole situation. You both have shown professionalism, maturity, and have the utmost respect from me as an Afro American, business woman, and person. I am subscribed to you both and I enjoy watching learning and just having fun on your channels.
Im coming on youtube 2 years too late learning about the natural hair community and to see this is very sad. She is obviously jealous of you and I came across her channel and immediately found her extremely phony. You and Taren are my favorite, very down to earth naturals that keep it real and people like that have personal issues they want to put on others. You are doing a great job and as an older black woman, you live and learn. she will only destroy her own reputation. Good for you!
@DreaDevine The fact is the natural community is one community that has brought black women from all walks of life together like never before, so I think that's a positive. But if a lot of people are saying the same thing, then perhaps it's time to evaluate your approach and consider that perhaps there is problem. Remember, the vast majority of UA-cam viewers subscribe to multiple people because the majority of us appreciate diversity.
You said "when my character is being questioned that is important to me" and that I believe is the "core issue" that got everything started and spiraling out of control. So, AE, if the vid was about jealousy among video makers, why bring it to us peons?! Most of us don't give flip! I subscribe to natural hair vidscuz at 46 years old, I need some help keepin my hair on head! I don't care what kind of 'tude that person has along as what she says keeps my hair on my head! It's all about my hair!
I thought this was a forum for us to express our individuality and OUR OWN BELIEFS???? I appreciate your respectful response to that individual. I'm not sure what happened but you handled yourself "LIKE A LADY"!!!!!!!!!!!! I WILL CONTINUE TO SUPPORT YOU REGARDLESS WHETHER I AGREE WITH SOME OF THE THINGS YOU SAY. Why you are entitled to your opinion that's why. Sista you are too blessed to be stressed so keep it moving. I love tuning in every chance I get.
Kimmaytube is absolutely crazy. I'm kind of embarrassed to say that I was a subscriber at some point. But I think every new natural unfortunately has to go through her Kimmay stage then see for herself how psycho she is. She really would BLOCK anyone that has a different viewpoint as her and expresses it in their comments. Just found out today, that she did that to me, and I don't even remember what I wrote. It probably wasn't even serious. Her condescending attitude and voice is annoying too.
THANK YOU!!! Thank you for the CLASS to come back and explain what you were really trying to say. The jealosy thing really threw me in the other vid so thanks for the clarification, This vid is what makes you stand head and shoulders above others. I have seen several gurus in the past month make ASSES of themselves in response vids to viewers or responsed stupidly to other gurus. All would have been forgiven if they had the CLASS to say "I'm human" or "I didn't express that how I wanted to."
That happened to everyone to say things that we don't think. That happened to me to say things when I am annoyed, then to regret them. We are a SMALL community, and so young also. All we need to do is to support each other. You Taren, Kim are doing such a wonderful job! I used to worked in strong male environment, women were doing well because we were supportive to each other. UA-cam is violent, aggressive and not always peaceful. Hope all three of u will continue to stay strong "together"
Thanks for keeping it REALLY real in this vid. Maya Angelou once quoted, "When someone shows you who they are...BELIEVE them!" I have lived by that practice ever since and it has never steered me wrong! :)
I think its real interesting all the women up here talkin like they "knew" all this science kimmaytube been putting out there in her videos but if you check am pretty many of you talking have DRY, DAMAGED, UNHEALTHY hair! Which begs the question, if you "knew" all of this before why don't we see it reflected in your hair? And yes, healthy hair grows so if you been stuck at your chin for that couple years unintentionally then this post is for YOU!
This is a REAL video, Thank you! I feel you on the first video though but it was very PC lol. I agree with you 100% on the integrity of a business own. I have a business and I make it my priority to first treat people like people, wholeheartedly, otherwise I should just shut down. Thanks again.
im lost and im glad because i do not want my opinion change of you ladies. Now if I may say I do not like a all about me either, but can you do. Ppl are still heading to the pages because the journey has been so well documented. The trials they have been through has been our trials. I appreciate the amount of eductaion I have recieved. It was very helpful. So Thank you, and I respect very comment and review even when it is said in a not so polite or delicate manner.
@naijasweetie13 the biggest reason for refraining from pointing out Kim was because the intention of the debate and discussion on integrity wasnt inspired by her. I felt that if I mentioned her as the focus then that would only confirm in peoples minds that I intentional conspired. However the drama that insued is because of IMO paranoid assumptions, and now people have gotten their hands dirty by trying to be vendictive and concoct proposturous allegations. I hate to go THERE but its a wrap.
Love this video. Well spoken. It is very interesting that I just unfollowed Kimmay on Twitter because I started to not like the vibe I was getting. I was completely unaware of this very interesting drama.
I think at the end of the day its about intention. Everything we do in life is based on the intent behind our actions. If you are posting videos soley for endorsment and fame...it shows. If your intent is to share knowledge and learn from others the followers will come because the intention for it is genuinely about helping other people. I have so many people I am subscribed to and each one has something special to bring to the table. Keep it positive at all times AE, keep keepin it real!
I am definitely subscribed to such channels as this and Tarens, Naptural, BBBD, and so forth.. I was on SimplYounique's channel and heard a shout out to Kimmay's channel so i went to see what she was talking about.. unfortunately i never even got a chance to see an actual hair video because the feeling i got from the "commercial" on her page was impersonal. One of the reasons i LOVE the mentioned channels is because they are THEM.. Kimmay seemed fake.
If Kimmay is a "B" then they all are. I don't like using that word when referring to anyone, especially women. African Export is the person who got this mess started and now she is seating back watching it unfold. Touble maker.
100+ videos. I mean, at the end of the day it's about individuals helping others to keep our natural hair on our heads, which will help us to have more positive outlooks on who we are as black women-from the viewer in the UK to the viewer in Africa, the Caribbean, you name it. It really does not matter does it? I stumbled across so many channels that I view for different reasons and we all learn something from someone-that's okay.
NOTE: I've been subscribed to Taren, AE, BBBD, SimplYounique, Naptural85 for MONTHS now. I just heard about Kimmay TODAY .. within minutes of hearing about her had my mind made up, THEN saw all the drama around her .. VERY interesting stuff. VERY .
Look at the date of this video. It old as hell. Why are people commenting on a situation that happened a long time ago. Everything has died down. Grow up.
@DreaDevine You know what, all I have to say about that is good observation on your part. Many people study psychology and other social and behavioral science fields and still don't have a clue, or don't care to utilize the knowledge to better understand the human condition, and so I commend you for trying to see the good in people no matter what. We all should strive to do that, myself included. So thanks for your perspective...it makes so much sense. Peace n Luv.
As my mother always says THE MOON RUNS UNTIL THE DAY LIGHT CATCHES WITH WITH IT, i guess she couldnt hide her real self any longer, people can only hide for a while, hummmpphhh very interesting. AE i respect you guys and how you handled the situation and it takes a lot to be the bigger person in such situations like these.
I totally agree with u!!!!! People have to remember where they came from and not feel like the world must wait on them!!!! It's shameful to think that a healthy debate turned into a mud slinging contest!!! But over confidence is the killer of dreams so she should come back down to earth!!!!
In all honesty, I listened to you objectively in this video and I think that you are correct with a lot of what you said. Continue to "keep it real." On another note, persons will always say what they have to say or think what they have to think about you no matter how genuine and honest you are so the way that I see it, the most important thing to do is to be who you are. It is impossible for everyone to like you or anyone else. Glamazini's song on her channel exemplifies this-"Gotta be me."
I appreciate you keeping it real. I will say that I like YT because the content is not so commercial and generic in nature. I do realize that most of the popular YT'ers have the more professional videos but again the content is more authentic and the appeal is the person. So please remember when the content changes from authentic dialogue that is informative & entertaining to a commercial. Then you will start to lose viewers because I can watch TV and view commercials.
@DreaDevine Finally, if a natural spent 10 years using baking soda in her hair with success, then please expect her to get defensive if you tell her the approach she swears by is wrong. The fact is I've sen naturals who use chemicals in their hair on a daily basis and still experience good hair growth. The point is let people do whatever they want,and accept the fact that hair growth has a lot to do with genetics as well, so this one-size-fits all approach is completely off in my opinion.
@MrsObsidianCurls I definitely agree. Real recognize real. The person that prolonged the drama did the damage to themselves already. What more can be said but to learn and grow from this.
This whole situation just made me realise that some people measure someone's worth by the number of subscribers they have on YT, the more subscribers the more BS one can get away with...weak minded people would let somebody verbally abuse them in a second... SMH...The moral of the story is somebody can be BIG on YT and be or act very SMALL....
It's funny b/c when I watched your vid yesterday, I could tell that you were being PC and that you didn't want to start something. Thank you for always keeping it real. It doesn't go unappreciated. People loved you and Taren's channel way before you got shout outs. :D
@Romney87 rude comments= kim drama=subscribers bashing, the initial discussion had nothing to do with her, assumption that it did prompted the rude comment to commentors and the other video maker. So i guess what im trying to convey is the "drama" begain with the comments made from instigator K, my reply video addressed that . The name added was to clarify who I was referring to in the video, but not to confuse the intent behind the initial debate or discussion.. Does that make sense.?
Okay you can get your crown back as the queen of realness on the YT. In all seriousness you are a class act. You addressed the subject artfully and respectfully. I'm glad you're not getting mixed up in all the drama. Now can we all move on? Hopefully some were able to do some self reflecting and learn something about themselves.
I don' t really know what happened. But I went to Taren's video and I got the post view of all of it. I am sorry you both were attacked. Hopefully everything will calm itself down and I am gonna look for the positive that you ladies can talk and squash it out among each other. :) !!!
I want to emphasise that if everyone loves a particular person then something is wrong with that. I'm just writing in general here so don't think that I mean anyone in particular. On the topic of jealousy, yes I believe that in life people are envious of others. Actually, someone once said to me that jealousy is a form of flattery because it means that that person has achieved something that the jealous party has yet to achieve.
i appreciate you coming back and REALLY keepin it real! The last vid kind of caught me off guard with the lack of realness. Its never good to NOT be real ya know. i am glad you came correct and true.Stay true, Much love.
We are going to make it through this..you and Taren have my support! I know it's just YT but yall are my extended family and I was just shocked into reality today! It was upsetting to watch unfold! Sending you support, positivity, and love!
Is there anyone else here (like myself), who really has no idea what really went on, and does not have time to try to piece this mess together? I got a quick summary, but otherwise I totally missed all of the drama. And to be quite honest, a summary was all I needed. That being said, if a person don't like someone's videos, personality, or comments, there is an option called Unsubscribe and the YT'ber can be easily deleted from your world. Easy fix; it's just UA-cam.
You're dope.... Real talk. *sighs* Please keep doing EXACTLY what you're doing for as long as you possibly can. What you have to offer is like a down home, family style, homegirl type charm, IN ADDITION TO very intelligent, knowledgable advice, tutorials, demonstrations, all dat! LOL! Whether you grow a business up on here or just post daily videos for fun, you will always have earnest supporters because you are so sincere and classy. Keep up the good work, Missy. God Bless!
based upon some of the recent videos and viewer comments, I smelled this drama coming a mile away, didn't you? Sometimes keeping it real, can stir the pot. But I guess you handled it beautifully, I'll try to figure out what happened from the back end. Can't we all just get along? ;)
I don't know why I feel compelled to add my two cents on this. But I am truly saddened by this. I know many people are kinda shocked by what has happened. I have to add tho, I am happy you have handled all of this in a very lady like matter when many people have not. I can tell Kimmaytube was hurt by the comments people left and probably blew it out of proportion in our opinions. I can also see Taren was upset by Kimmays comments. BUT I am sooo happy you STILL handled this in a great way!
Thank you for being so real and not being caught up in all that drama. I found you and the others because I like natural hair and beautiful make up but within time alot has change and it's no longer about the things I liked when I first started viewing. I will continues to watch you and not sure of the others.
I feel you. I had to stop making videos b/c viewers were claiming I was racist (Im half wht half blk). IDK how that can happen when I NEVER spoke about it but once. UGH, ppl just like to talk trash b/c they aren't in the same position as the person they envy. YT has become controlled by ppl who think they own the world. I feel it. Ppl have no morals or ethical values anymore. Everyone cares only about themselves.
Did I call it or what when we talked on the phone?! Love ya, Keep it up girl. I love listening to you and Taren was so real...and the NY came out most definitely!
Here we go again, my sisters going against each other, don’t give weight to the drama, there are so many things that we need to teach other when do you find the time to deal with the unnecessary drama, as you I too am sister so true, and I like keeping it real, Love you some you, help the village and ignore the mess. Your light will shine. Peace
You got bad atitudes right! I think some of us have been mistreated in the past and we automatically assume a person is out to get us or talking down about us and when they don't feel secure within the relationship the first thing that you do that make them angry they lash out as a way to protect themselves. We all love KT and forgive her and we need to join together gurus and subbies popular and unpopular we all are god's children. Love your channel by the way.
I was lost as hell. I did not know the "cat fight from hell" was going on on YT when I made my comment earlier. My bad. After I did my homework, I "kinda" understood why you weighed-in the way you did. S/N: To keep it real, maybe you can tape your weigh-ins after you debut the topic, but before you see our comments. That way, your real viewpoint won't be tainted by any of our little "discussions." Thanks for postings this.
You handled this very well! Thats Keeping it real! my opinion. It is really sad though to see personalities of the such come out in a way that is so negative. We are all grown. And hopefully apologizes can be said and all this can get squared away with.
I believe you should be able to address any issue you like on your own channel. Admittedly some of this was open to misinterpretation. I hope that this will not deter you from addressing controversial issues if you feel the need to. I appreciated your candour in this. Like many have stated on YT, they are personal opinions. They not necessarily be yours or mine, for that matter, but they are what people believe and should be taken on board and learned from. Good call AE.
I just found you channel a few days ago and you are already one of my favorites! imma keep it real sista and Iove other ppl who can keep it real. your response as well as your last 2 videos on this topic was on point! well done!
I don't think it's always necessary to separate business from personal life. Your personal life is just that, PERSONAL. How much you choose to integrate it with your career is completely up to you. Furthermore, I think that making videos on YT is a great way to promote business as well as educate others. Honestly, I think that's all that Kim is doing. People should respect the way others handle their lives. Whether you agree or not, just do your hair and be happy.
People just need to step back and take a deep breath for a second. *breathes* How quickly we *ALL* forget about what it was like before the days of youtube and we were all trying to figure out all this isht on our own... or if we were lucky enough to see a sister in the street to ask her what she's doing. We are all witness to the beginnings of an industry game change in the black hair world, and... honestly if sisters want to own their isht and be entrepreneurs we should be applauding.
her comment to you " I don't know either of them personally & yet I have helped them both to grow & share in my success. UA-cam sucess is all about exposure. This is my thanks" was so condescending! She basically said you would be nothing without me! please, i found taren916 and you waaay before I found her. Maybe if she adjusted her attitude and become a more likeable person, people wouldn't be jumping down her back so much
Honestly, first off i appreciate your realness always! I feel that you and Taren have handled this situation very professionally and respectfully and everyone can see that for themselves. so trust i still view as the same africanexport that i know and love.
I know thats right!!! I am like the Swiss.....Neutral. It dont make no sense if you cannot express yourself on YOUR channel then something is seriously wrong. I have ran into that recently with some vids I did and accused me of being racist of my own heritage... how about them apples!! Girl dont sweat it, that just means ur doing something right and the haters cant stand it. Keep up the good work chica! Luv Ya!
@feliciachanel I agree. I think there are quite a few people who are happy this has happened. The topic went from integrity and devolved into people trashing others and taking sides.
I am newly subscribed to your channel and I LOVE how you keep it real. You seem so down to earth. You and Taren were very on-point regarding this issue.
Great response. I think that some people just wanted to keep the drama going with all the disrespectful comments when it got to be completely unnecessary. If they didn't like or respect the video maker, they could've just unsubbed or whatever. Why keep all going? I think the whole thing got outta control and for what?
@AFRICANEXPORT kimmaytube 11 minutes ago @vidastarradio I bite my tongue more than you all realize. ) I ignore the negativity, etc. But sometimes enough is enough. I have to admit, my sore spot comes from the fact that I have never been anything but supportive to both taren916 & AFRICANEXPORT, in every single way. I don't know either of them personally & yet I have helped them both to grow & share in my success. UA-cam sucess is all about exposure. This is my thanks!
Well, Kimmaytube did say she owns a business, so maybe that "Boss" mentality comes through in everything she does. I did notice a few... pop up comments that made me question her intentions. I still like her methods. I will say debating is not for the sensitive cause there are so MANY views.
ps : AE I hope you won't change your title because : 1/ it's a free country 2/ it has something to do with what you're saying in the video. Well at least for those of us who perfectly understood what you were trying to say in the video. (Sometime being too subtle can get some of us lost, but the lost ones won't admit the stuff was too deep for them. They''ll just comment any ol' kind of way.)
I like you as, I was attracted to the 'Keep It Real' character of mine /that was my main motto 20 yrs ago and still is. I warned you when you jumped track on the race relationships that you may as well keep doing vids. You opened a good can of worms. I love controversy and debatable subjects. We need to use this forum, while we can, and take the opportunity to discuss useful dialouge that will make a huge impact on our lives.
Keeping it real and being respectful is a hard balance for some to achieve. I think this video was able to have that balance. You didn't start the drama, it was already behind the scenes. It took a particular question to bring it all to the surface. Sometimes that's a good thing--so that issues can be dealt with and we can realize where we still need to grow/learn. Now, that's all done with, hopefully we can move on to bigger and better things. I look forward to your future videos :o)
Stay positive AE. I love your channel and integrity. I think everyone has something authentic to bring to the natural YT community. But personality is key when you talk about "the integrity of a channel" I think she may have lost hers along the way and business probably did get the best of her and overshadowed that personality many of us grew to love her for in the beginning. Lesson learned. Your authentic self is what gets you far in life, and INTEGRITY is a great part of that authenticity. SMH
This is ridiculous, can it stop? I had no idea what was going on and when I found out, I thought it was petty. Some people have started turning this into skin tone and hair texture. Someone calling kimmaytube a "darkie" and "nappy headed b***h" and saying the taren lady she's "lighte skin with good hair". I mean both these ladies are beautiful. All I wanted is to learn about hair. Let the parties involve just put this behind them and move on.
lol the good old days, I miss all of my natural hair youtubers from back in the days
same
Me too
Yup
I don't even know wtf she is talking about.
I didn't either
Me either....
Right, bring the business.
this is old old old....about 5 years ago! when i first went natural I love Kimmaytube to the max. in other words times has change, now we have IG. Snap chat, twitter, and FB.. When this was happen, Social Media was inits infancy, and the game was to get subscribers...now the Social Media is big enough for everybody
For those of you special ppl asking why bring it up now.... The video is 8 years old
I happened to stumble across this video and had no idea there was drama on natural hair youtube channels.
ok this is too long. So what is the kimmaytube drama?
I love Kimmaytube's videos. I see that she is a business women, doesn't mean I have to buy the product. I love the info she puts out and the styles she does.
Oh wow. this is all nonsense. who cares about egos, and all that bull. JUST SHOW ME HOW TO GROW MY FREAKIN' KINKY HAIR! SHEESH!
You know, although this situation is old, this video spoke to me personally because I have gone through something similar in blog land. I made one mistake in a giveaway and a whole slew of other bloggers kind of bad mouthed me and disowned me. The situation has since been dissolved but what still bothers me is that their are people who had nothing to do with the situation picked sides without giving me a chance. I do think most of this is over competition, which is crazy to me. Very sad.
You have the most beautiful skin!
kimmay handled herself well in her part 2 and i appreciate her for explaining the capital gain behind the AE title change and their video responses. Now im excited for more hair videos, beauty, etc b/c my hair feels neglected, lol! Let's get it!
We should never pull down our brother and sister when they raise, that means it is possible for us all. The tide is going to turn, no weapon form against kimmaytube shall prosper.
Sista, you always keep it real and I personally appreciate that!
you're skin is flawless missy
kimmaytube got on her high horse and started talking about how she was so much better than everyone else is what happened.
Life is too short and there are too few black people doing well for all this. Unity is the key to success- a life's lesson for all. I love your channel because I like your personality. I like Kim's channel because her hair advice is good. Together you both are great. Its unfortunate we will fight over the crumbs while the feast is being had at the table.
I feel real uneasy about what appears to be a "living in the bubble --- bought the hype syndrome". It's like we, as a people are suffering from gaping head wounds, and here you come with razor blades, not even band aids to help the situation. Bottom line is, as capable and phenomenal as you all are, could somebody think about throwing up a channel to parse our mental illness --- addressing causes and cures. We got to fix this, it's too serious, and only we can fix this. LOVE to all.
@gettingphinenow She is good at what she does, no doubt about that. However people feel certain kinda ways about her, and people have that right, just like she has that right as well to block people. I don't agree with everything, but I just look at it as a learning experience. such is life, you think people are one way and they turn out very different.
I believe that Mariane Williamson said it best,
"Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate, our deepest fear is that we are adequate beyond measure, it's our light not our darkness that most frightens us." etc. It goes on to say that we should not shrink to make others feel secure around us. We were born to shine as children do, and when we allow our light to shine, we allow others to do the same.
Let's all shine ladies!
I like that you keep it real. I did notice how you were choosing your words wisely. You are slow to speak and quick to listen, and that means you think first. I really like that characteristic in people. Not everyone is able to do that. That is why the mis-communication happened. I pray for those who choose to attack others. I hope everyone takes the time to examine themselves including me.
@DreaDevine I completely agree. I never understood the whole baking soda thing either, nor will I ever use it. But it's pretty conventional among all ethnicities for both hair and teeth, so you can't really fault the naturals for following conventional widdom. Also, I think it's important to understand that people have the right to do whatever they want, and if they want to use baking soda, then they should without them being accused of harboring a 'herd" mentality.
I love the way that you explain yourself. I love that you give wisdom.
This is a very clever publishy stunt, but it is so negative. There is room for us all at the top why. I am so disappoint. Now Kimmaytube our Africian queen is gone, you both have value why.
If anyone thinks their personality doesn't affect their numbers...they're wrong. I no longer subscribe to ky. The ego was too much for me. I'm on here to learn and not be annoyed. My faves are: simplyonique, BBBD, prettydimples, nap85, coloredbeautiful and AE.
Thank you for this! I was really confused at the last video...I understand trying to keep it PC and positive though, but sometimes...it's like, "Girl please!"
It's about time MIss AE! I was wondering when and if you were gonna put it it out there like TAREN did. Not to feed into the drama but to ADDRESS the GAME and it's PLAYERS. Although this topic did seemed to ruffle the feathers of some YT "peacocks" I hope that you will continue to open your channel to diverse and thought-provoking subjects. THANKS.
I'm late to the game so to speak, but I must say in watching all the videos regarding this issue, I am profoundly impressed on how you and @Taren916 handled the whole situation. You both have shown professionalism, maturity, and have the utmost respect from me as an Afro American, business woman, and person. I am subscribed to you both and I enjoy watching learning and just having fun on your channels.
Im coming on youtube 2 years too late learning about the natural hair community and to see this is very sad. She is obviously jealous of you and I came across her channel and immediately found her extremely phony. You and Taren are my favorite, very down to earth naturals that keep it real and people like that have personal issues they want to put on others. You are doing a great job and as an older black woman, you live and learn. she will only destroy her own reputation. Good for you!
@DreaDevine The fact is the natural community is one community that has brought black women from all walks of life together like never before, so I think that's a positive. But if a lot of people are saying the same thing, then perhaps it's time to evaluate your approach and consider that perhaps there is problem. Remember, the vast majority of UA-cam viewers subscribe to multiple people because the majority of us appreciate diversity.
You said "when my character is being questioned that is important to me" and that I believe is the "core issue" that got everything started and spiraling out of control. So, AE, if the vid was about jealousy among video makers, why bring it to us peons?! Most of us don't give flip! I subscribe to natural hair vidscuz at 46 years old, I need some help keepin my hair on head! I don't care what kind of 'tude that person has along as what she says keeps my hair on my head! It's all about my hair!
I thought this was a forum for us to express our individuality and OUR OWN BELIEFS???? I appreciate your respectful response to that individual. I'm not sure what happened but you handled yourself "LIKE A LADY"!!!!!!!!!!!! I WILL CONTINUE TO SUPPORT YOU REGARDLESS WHETHER I AGREE WITH SOME OF THE THINGS YOU SAY. Why you are entitled to your opinion that's why. Sista you are too blessed to be stressed so keep it moving. I love tuning in every chance I get.
Kimmaytube is absolutely crazy. I'm kind of embarrassed to say that I was a subscriber at some point. But I think every new natural unfortunately has to go through her Kimmay stage then see for herself how psycho she is. She really would BLOCK anyone that has a different viewpoint as her and expresses it in their comments. Just found out today, that she did that to me, and I don't even remember what I wrote. It probably wasn't even serious. Her condescending attitude and voice is annoying too.
THANK YOU!!! Thank you for the CLASS to come back and explain what you were really trying to say. The jealosy thing really threw me in the other vid so thanks for the clarification, This vid is what makes you stand head and shoulders above others. I have seen several gurus in the past month make ASSES of themselves in response vids to viewers or responsed stupidly to other gurus. All would have been forgiven if they had the CLASS to say "I'm human" or "I didn't express that how I wanted to."
That happened to everyone to say things that we don't think. That happened to me to say things when I am annoyed, then to regret them. We are a SMALL community, and so young also. All we need to do is to support each other. You Taren, Kim are doing such a wonderful job! I used to worked in strong male environment, women were doing well because we were supportive to each other. UA-cam is violent, aggressive and not always peaceful. Hope all three of u will continue to stay strong "together"
Thanks for keeping it REALLY real in this vid. Maya Angelou once quoted, "When someone shows you who they are...BELIEVE them!" I have lived by that practice ever since and it has never steered me wrong! :)
I think its real interesting all the women up here talkin like they "knew" all this science kimmaytube been putting out there in her videos but if you check am pretty many of you talking have DRY, DAMAGED, UNHEALTHY hair! Which begs the question, if you "knew" all of this before why don't we see it reflected in your hair? And yes, healthy hair grows so if you been stuck at your chin for that couple years unintentionally then this post is for YOU!
This is a REAL video, Thank you! I feel you on the first video though but it was very PC lol. I agree with you 100% on the integrity of a business own. I have a business and I make it my priority to first treat people like people, wholeheartedly, otherwise I should just shut down. Thanks again.
im lost and im glad because i do not want my opinion change of you ladies. Now if I may say I do not like a all about me either, but can you do. Ppl are still heading to the pages because the journey has been so well documented. The trials they have been through has been our trials. I appreciate the amount of eductaion I have recieved. It was very helpful. So Thank you, and I respect very comment and review even when it is said in a not so polite or delicate manner.
@naijasweetie13 the biggest reason for refraining from pointing out Kim was because the intention of the debate and discussion on integrity wasnt inspired by her. I felt that if I mentioned her as the focus then that would only confirm in peoples minds that I intentional conspired. However the drama that insued is because of IMO paranoid assumptions, and now people have gotten their hands dirty by trying to be vendictive and concoct proposturous allegations. I hate to go THERE but its a wrap.
Love this video. Well spoken.
It is very interesting that I just unfollowed Kimmay on Twitter because I started to not like the vibe I was getting. I was completely unaware of this very interesting drama.
I think at the end of the day its about intention. Everything we do in life is based on the intent behind our actions. If you are posting videos soley for endorsment and fame...it shows. If your intent is to share knowledge and learn from others the followers will come because the intention for it is genuinely about helping other people. I have so many people I am subscribed to and each one has something special to bring to the table. Keep it positive at all times AE, keep keepin it real!
I am definitely subscribed to such channels as this and Tarens, Naptural, BBBD, and so forth.. I was on SimplYounique's channel and heard a shout out to Kimmay's channel so i went to see what she was talking about.. unfortunately i never even got a chance to see an actual hair video because the feeling i got from the "commercial" on her page was impersonal. One of the reasons i LOVE the mentioned channels is because they are THEM.. Kimmay seemed fake.
If Kimmay is a "B" then they all are. I don't like using that word when referring to anyone, especially women. African Export is the person who got this mess started and now she is seating back watching it unfold. Touble maker.
100+ videos. I mean, at the end of the day it's about individuals helping others to keep our natural hair on our heads, which will help us to have more positive outlooks on who we are as black women-from the viewer in the UK to the viewer in Africa, the Caribbean, you name it. It really does not matter does it? I stumbled across so many channels that I view for different reasons and we all learn something from someone-that's okay.
NOTE: I've been subscribed to Taren, AE, BBBD, SimplYounique, Naptural85 for MONTHS now. I just heard about Kimmay TODAY .. within minutes of hearing about her had my mind made up, THEN saw all the drama around her .. VERY interesting stuff. VERY .
Look at the date of this video. It old as hell. Why are people commenting on a situation that happened a long time ago. Everything has died down. Grow up.
@DreaDevine You know what, all I have to say about that is good observation on your part. Many people study psychology and other social and behavioral science fields and still don't have a clue, or don't care to utilize the knowledge to better understand the human condition, and so I commend you for trying to see the good in people no matter what. We all should strive to do that, myself included. So thanks for your perspective...it makes so much sense. Peace n Luv.
As my mother always says THE MOON RUNS UNTIL THE DAY LIGHT CATCHES WITH WITH IT, i guess she couldnt hide her real self any longer, people can only hide for a while, hummmpphhh very interesting. AE i respect you guys and how you handled the situation and it takes a lot to be the bigger person in such situations like these.
For the record, I am relatively new to YT and found AE by searching 'natural hair' so I seriously doubt that a few shoutouts could make or break her.
I totally agree with u!!!!! People have to remember where they came from and not feel like the world must wait on them!!!! It's shameful to think that a healthy debate turned into a mud slinging contest!!! But over confidence is the killer of dreams so she should come back down to earth!!!!
In all honesty, I listened to you objectively in this video and I think that you are correct with a lot of what you said. Continue to "keep it real." On another note, persons will always say what they have to say or think what they have to think about you no matter how genuine and honest you are so the way that I see it, the most important thing to do is to be who you are. It is impossible for everyone to like you or anyone else. Glamazini's song on her channel exemplifies this-"Gotta be me."
I cant believe after all these years, you still have this video up. Why is that??? This whole drama between the three of you was ridiculous.
EnChristosEime4life waqwq
She hasn't been on UA-cam in a while. Smh
So after all this time u try to bring that drama back up ? Girl bye
@@laurenlocd3180 she didn't bring it back up,this video has been up since Kimmaytubr started that drama. So bye!
I appreciate you keeping it real. I will say that I like YT because the content is not so commercial and generic in nature. I do realize that most of the popular YT'ers have the more professional videos but again the content is more authentic and the appeal is the person. So please remember when the content changes from authentic dialogue that is informative & entertaining to a commercial. Then you will start to lose viewers because I can watch TV and view commercials.
@DreaDevine Finally, if a natural spent 10 years using baking soda in her hair with success, then please expect her to get defensive if you tell her the approach she swears by is wrong. The fact is I've sen naturals who use chemicals in their hair on a daily basis and still experience good hair growth. The point is let people do whatever they want,and accept the fact that hair growth has a lot to do with genetics as well, so this one-size-fits all approach is completely off in my opinion.
YT Beef!!! This is too funny. You do you, girl. I have no idea how this all began. But keep on keepin on!
@MrsObsidianCurls I definitely agree. Real recognize real. The person that prolonged the drama did the damage to themselves already. What more can be said but to learn and grow from this.
This whole situation just made me realise that some people measure someone's worth by the number of subscribers they have on YT, the more subscribers the more BS one can get away with...weak minded people would let somebody verbally abuse them in a second... SMH...The moral of the story is somebody can be BIG on YT and be or act very SMALL....
It's funny b/c when I watched your vid yesterday, I could tell that you were being PC and that you didn't want to start something. Thank you for always keeping it real. It doesn't go unappreciated. People loved you and Taren's channel way before you got shout outs. :D
@Romney87 rude comments= kim drama=subscribers bashing, the initial discussion had nothing to do with her, assumption that it did prompted the rude comment to commentors and the other video maker. So i guess what im trying to convey is the "drama" begain with the comments made from instigator K, my reply video addressed that . The name added was to clarify who I was referring to in the video, but not to confuse the intent behind the initial debate or discussion.. Does that make sense.?
Okay you can get your crown back as the queen of realness on the YT. In all seriousness you are a class act. You addressed the subject artfully and respectfully. I'm glad you're not getting mixed up in all the drama. Now can we all move on? Hopefully some were able to do some self reflecting and learn something about themselves.
I don' t really know what happened. But I went to Taren's video and I got the post view of all of it. I am sorry you both were attacked. Hopefully everything will calm itself down and I am gonna look for the positive that you ladies can talk and squash it out among each other. :) !!!
I want to emphasise that if everyone loves a particular person then something is wrong with that. I'm just writing in general here so don't think that I mean anyone in particular. On the topic of jealousy, yes I believe that in life people are envious of others. Actually, someone once said to me that jealousy is a form of flattery because it means that that person has achieved something that the jealous party has yet to achieve.
i appreciate you coming back and REALLY keepin it real! The last vid kind of caught me off guard with the lack of realness. Its never good to NOT be real ya know. i am glad you came correct and true.Stay true, Much love.
We are going to make it through this..you and Taren have my support! I know it's just YT but yall are my extended family and I was just shocked into reality today! It was upsetting to watch unfold! Sending you support, positivity, and love!
Is there anyone else here (like myself), who really has no idea what really went on, and does not have time to try to piece this mess together? I got a quick summary, but otherwise I totally missed all of the drama. And to be quite honest, a summary was all I needed. That being said, if a person don't like someone's videos, personality, or comments, there is an option called Unsubscribe and the YT'ber can be easily deleted from your world. Easy fix; it's just UA-cam.
You're dope.... Real talk. *sighs* Please keep doing EXACTLY what you're doing for as long as you possibly can. What you have to offer is like a down home, family style, homegirl type charm, IN ADDITION TO very intelligent, knowledgable advice, tutorials, demonstrations, all dat! LOL! Whether you grow a business up on here or just post daily videos for fun, you will always have earnest supporters because you are so sincere and classy. Keep up the good work, Missy. God Bless!
based upon some of the recent videos and viewer comments, I smelled this drama coming a mile away, didn't you? Sometimes keeping it real, can stir the pot. But I guess you handled it beautifully, I'll try to figure out what happened from the back end. Can't we all just get along? ;)
Omg AFRICANEXPORT, I so agree with you. I thought I was the only one who saw that! Indeed smh
I don't know why I feel compelled to add my two cents on this. But I am truly saddened by this. I know many people are kinda shocked by what has happened. I have to add tho, I am happy you have handled all of this in a very lady like matter when many people have not. I can tell Kimmaytube was hurt by the comments people left and probably blew it out of proportion in our opinions. I can also see Taren was upset by Kimmays comments. BUT I am sooo happy you STILL handled this in a great way!
Love it! i have been subbed a long time and still love your videos! Blessings!!!
Thank you for being so real and not being caught up in all that drama. I found you and the others because I like natural hair and beautiful make up but within time alot has change and it's no longer about the things I liked when I first started viewing. I will continues to watch you and not sure of the others.
I feel you. I had to stop making videos b/c viewers were claiming I was racist (Im half wht half blk). IDK how that can happen when I NEVER spoke about it but once. UGH, ppl just like to talk trash b/c they aren't in the same position as the person they envy. YT has become controlled by ppl who think they own the world. I feel it. Ppl have no morals or ethical values anymore. Everyone cares only about themselves.
Did I call it or what when we talked on the phone?! Love ya, Keep it up girl. I love listening to you and Taren was so real...and the NY came out most definitely!
Here we go again, my sisters going against each other, don’t give weight to the drama, there are so many things that we need to teach other when do you find the time to deal with the unnecessary drama, as you I too am sister so true, and I like keeping it real, Love you some you, help the village and ignore the mess. Your light will shine. Peace
You got bad atitudes right! I think some of us have been mistreated in the past and we automatically assume a person is out to get us or talking down about us and when they don't feel secure within the relationship the first thing that you do that make them angry they lash out as a way to protect themselves. We all love KT and forgive her and we need to join together gurus and subbies popular and unpopular we all are god's children. Love your channel by the way.
I was lost as hell. I did not know the "cat fight from hell" was going on on YT when I made my comment earlier. My bad. After I did my homework, I "kinda" understood why you weighed-in the way you did. S/N: To keep it real, maybe you can tape your weigh-ins after you debut the topic, but before you see our comments. That way, your real viewpoint won't be tainted by any of our little "discussions." Thanks for postings this.
New to ur channel. I like it. So glad this is going over my head. Stay blessed!
You handled this very well! Thats Keeping it real! my opinion. It is really sad though to see personalities of the such come out in a way that is so negative. We are all grown. And hopefully apologizes can be said and all this can get squared away with.
I believe you should be able to address any issue you like on your own channel. Admittedly some of this was open to misinterpretation. I hope that this will not deter you from addressing controversial issues if you feel the need to. I appreciated your candour in this. Like many have stated on YT, they are personal opinions. They not necessarily be yours or mine, for that matter, but they are what people believe and should be taken on board and learned from. Good call AE.
I just found you channel a few days ago and you are already one of my favorites! imma keep it real sista and Iove other ppl who can keep it real. your response as well as your last 2 videos on this topic was on point! well done!
I don't think it's always necessary to separate business from personal life. Your personal life is just that, PERSONAL. How much you choose to integrate it with your career is completely up to you. Furthermore, I think that making videos on YT is a great way to promote business as well as educate others. Honestly, I think that's all that Kim is doing. People should respect the way others handle their lives. Whether you agree or not, just do your hair and be happy.
People just need to step back and take a deep breath for a second. *breathes* How quickly we *ALL* forget about what it was like before the days of youtube and we were all trying to figure out all this isht on our own... or if we were lucky enough to see a sister in the street to ask her what she's doing. We are all witness to the beginnings of an industry game change in the black hair world, and... honestly if sisters want to own their isht and be entrepreneurs we should be applauding.
her comment to you " I don't know either of them personally & yet I have helped them both to grow & share in my success. UA-cam sucess is all about exposure. This is my thanks" was so condescending! She basically said you would be nothing without me! please, i found taren916 and you waaay before I found her. Maybe if she adjusted her attitude and become a more likeable person, people wouldn't be jumping down her back so much
I'm a new subbie to you and think that u r great! Bless up and keep the discussions/interesting topics coming! One blood (lol)!!!
Honestly, first off i appreciate your realness always! I feel that you and Taren have handled this situation very professionally and respectfully and everyone can see that for themselves. so trust i still view as the same africanexport that i know and love.
@creativesol78 (hands to mouth) WEST SIIIDDDE LOL. Thanks for the love
~keep it real
I know thats right!!! I am like the Swiss.....Neutral. It dont make no sense if you cannot express yourself on YOUR channel then something is seriously wrong. I have ran into that recently with some vids I did and accused me of being racist of my own heritage... how about them apples!! Girl dont sweat it, that just means ur doing something right and the haters cant stand it. Keep up the good work chica! Luv Ya!
Im really late on this issue n glad I am, damn when did shit get this deep, I want to learn about the whys, whens, hows, and wheres of my hair.
@feliciachanel
I agree. I think there are quite a few people who are happy this has happened. The topic went from integrity and devolved into people trashing others and taking sides.
I am newly subscribed to your channel and I LOVE how you keep it real. You seem so down to earth. You and Taren were very on-point regarding this issue.
Great response. I think that some people just wanted to keep the drama going with all the disrespectful comments when it got to be completely unnecessary. If they didn't like or respect the video maker, they could've just unsubbed or whatever. Why keep all going? I think the whole thing got outta control and for what?
@AFRICANEXPORT
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@vidastarradio
I bite my tongue more than you all realize. ) I ignore the negativity, etc. But sometimes enough is enough. I have to admit, my sore spot comes from the fact that I have never been anything but supportive to both taren916 & AFRICANEXPORT, in every single way.
I don't know either of them personally & yet I have helped them both to grow & share in my success. UA-cam sucess is all about exposure. This is my thanks!
Well, Kimmaytube did say she owns a business, so maybe that "Boss" mentality comes through in everything she does. I did notice a few... pop up comments that
made me question her intentions. I still like her methods. I will say debating is not for the sensitive cause there are so MANY views.
AND THIS IS WHY I LOVE YOUR CHANNEL... CUZ YOU KEEP IT REAL... AND I LOVE YOUR HAIR... LOL!!! KEEP YOUR VIDS COMING...
ps : AE I hope you won't change your title because :
1/ it's a free country
2/ it has something to do with what you're saying in the video. Well at least for those of us who perfectly understood what you were trying to say in the video. (Sometime being too subtle can get some of us lost, but the lost ones won't admit the stuff was too deep for them. They''ll just comment any ol' kind of way.)
I like you as, I was attracted to the 'Keep It Real' character of mine /that was my main motto 20 yrs ago and still is. I warned you when you jumped track on the race relationships that you may as well keep doing vids. You opened a good can of worms. I love controversy and debatable subjects. We need to use this forum, while we can, and take the opportunity to discuss useful dialouge that will make a huge impact on our lives.
@prec18
Aww, I really like the little face you used. How did you get an upside down question mark?
Keeping it real and being respectful is a hard balance for some to achieve. I think this video was able to have that balance. You didn't start the drama, it was already behind the scenes. It took a particular question to bring it all to the surface. Sometimes that's a good thing--so that issues can be dealt with and we can realize where we still need to grow/learn. Now, that's all done with, hopefully we can move on to bigger and better things. I look forward to your future videos :o)
Stay positive AE. I love your channel and integrity. I think everyone has something authentic to bring to the natural YT community. But personality is key when you talk about "the integrity of a channel" I think she may have lost hers along the way and business probably did get the best of her and overshadowed that personality many of us grew to love her for in the beginning. Lesson learned. Your authentic self is what gets you far in life, and INTEGRITY is a great part of that authenticity. SMH
This is ridiculous, can it stop? I had no idea what was going on and when I found out, I thought it was petty. Some people have started turning this into skin tone and hair texture. Someone calling kimmaytube a "darkie" and "nappy headed b***h" and saying the taren lady she's "lighte skin with good hair". I mean both these ladies are beautiful. All I wanted is to learn about hair. Let the parties involve just put this behind them and move on.