Adina Howard 20: A Story of Sexual Liberation (2015)
In 1995, Adina Howard made waves in the world of music with her hit song “Freak Like Me.” Never before had a solo R&B female artist made such a bold and controlling stance sexually through song. Along with becoming one of the highest selling singles and most played music videos on MTV and BET in 1995, Adina Howard’s performance allowed young women of color and future recording artist to express their sexuality without shame. “Adina Howard 20: A Story of Sexual Liberation” shares Adina’s story through her own words as well as the impact that she made during the 1990s and thereafter. Adina speaks on her relationship with Tupac Shakur, the banning of her music video from BET, landing a cameo role in the movie “Waiting to Exhale,” her encounter with legendary vocalist Nancy Wilson, working with Hollywood giants Jackie Chan and Jamie Foxx and the sudden halt to her stardom due to her comments about record exec Sylvia Rhone.
Cast
Themes
Hip-Hop Culture and Street Beats
Keywords
rap music, hip-hop, rhythm and blues (r&b), gender roles, sexual awakening, gender ideals, freak like me
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Adina Howard 20: A Story of Sexual Liberation about?
- In 1995, Adina Howard made waves in the world of music with her hit song “Freak Like Me.” Never before had a solo R&B female artist made such a bold and controlling stance sexually through song. Along with becoming one of the highest selling singles and most played music videos on MTV and BET in 1995, Adina Howard’s performance allowed young women of color and future recording artist to express their sexuality without shame. “Adina Howard 20: A Story of Sexual Liberation” shares Adina’s story through her own words as well as the impact that she made during the 1990s and thereafter. Adina speaks on her relationship with Tupac Shakur, the banning of her music video from BET, landing a cameo role in the movie “Waiting to Exhale,” her encounter with legendary vocalist Nancy Wilson, working with Hollywood giants Jackie Chan and Jamie Foxx and the sudden halt to her stardom due to her comments about record exec Sylvia Rhone.
- Who directed Adina Howard 20: A Story of Sexual Liberation?
- Adina Howard 20: A Story of Sexual Liberation was directed by Gezus Zaire.
- Who stars in Adina Howard 20: A Story of Sexual Liberation?
- Adina Howard 20: A Story of Sexual Liberation stars Adina Howard, London Howard, KK Holliday, Lashonda Hatch, Dave Tolliver, Brandi Wallace.
- How long is Adina Howard 20: A Story of Sexual Liberation?
- Adina Howard 20: A Story of Sexual Liberation has a runtime of 1h 0m (60 minutes).
- What genre is Adina Howard 20: A Story of Sexual Liberation?
- Adina Howard 20: A Story of Sexual Liberation is a Documentary, Music film.
- Where was Adina Howard 20: A Story of Sexual Liberation produced?
- Adina Howard 20: A Story of Sexual Liberation was produced in United States of America.
- What are the themes of Adina Howard 20: A Story of Sexual Liberation?
- The themes of Adina Howard 20: A Story of Sexual Liberation include: Hip-Hop Culture and Street Beats.