Bling-bling

Posted by ESC on June 23, 2003

BLING, BLING-BLING -- ".bling-bling, a reference to elaborate jewelry and clothing, and the appreciation of it." From "Bling-bling" makes new Oxford dictionary," June 7, 2003. Accessed June 23, 2003. www.salon.com/ books/wire/2003/06/07/dictionary/
"The phrase was created by rap artist Baby Gangsta (aka BG), who grew up poor in New Orleans and soon began rapping about escaping inner-city poverty and earning respect by acquiring material goods. It was the song's chorus that burned 'bling-bling' into the American consciousness: Everytime I come around yo city/ Bling-bling/ Pinky ring worth about fifty/ Bling-bling." From "Not for bling-bling, OED is facing a revamp," by Andrew Guy Jr., Houston Chronicle. Posted on Sun, Jun. 15, 2003. Accessed June 23, 2003. "The Queen Bee necklace is a signature piece of bling that Kim has worn in several videos, fashion shoots, and during performances." "Someone Steals Lil' Kim's Bling-Bling," June 23, 2003. www.ktvu.com/ entertainment/2287772/detail.html Accessed June 23, 2003.