First and foremost, I want to address the prevalent issue of clickbait content that inundates the internet. It is disheartening that such content often lacks depth and context, leading to confusion and misunderstandings. Today, I came across an article featuring the rapper Latto, with the attention-grabbing headline, "Latto speaks body positivity." How SWAY...when it is widely known that she has undergone surgical procedures. I mean, sure, you could have body positivity any day of the week, but after the surgery? Doesn't this raise questions about the authenticity and impact of body positivity in the context of surgical enhancements. It left me wondering about the direction the article was taking and why people would raise their eyebrows at such a headline. Sidenote. It must be incredibly traumatic for someone like Latto to endure unwarranted hatred and criticism, driven by profit-seeking clickbait strategies, rather than genuine engagement with the full context of her story.
Nevertheless, I discovered that Latto's message was not solely focused on body positivity. Instead, she explained that she takes pride in celebrating her body before the effects of aging and motherhood begin to impact it, a privilege her mother didn't have at a similar age. This revelation allowed me to grasp the complete picture and altered my perspective on the initial headlines. It serves as a reminder that we should always seek to go beyond the surface and consider the intricate details and intentions behind the content we encounter, particularly when it involves individuals who may be unfairly judged or portrayed.
That being said, I did want to mention that due to her brand, which heavily involves selling her body, Latto has undergone a BBL and 360 liposuctions on her stomach, back, sides, and entire torso. The safety of such surgeries largely depends on the skill of the surgeon, meaning you're essentially entrusting your life to someone else. Considering the constant images of perfection, we see every day; I find it commendable that Latto has been transparent about the surgeries she has had and the ongoing maintenance they require. I believe it's important to convey to people, especially young women and girls who look up to her and struggle to escape the constant portrayal of a Coke bottle figure-8 woman, that this ideal is not real. This person's reality is heavily tied to their sex appeal and their ability to sell their music. I want to make it clear that I'm not criticizing Latto; she has to do what she needs to do. However, it's the constant promotion of black women being seen primarily in this light that affects how women view themselves and how men expect them to maintain their sex appeal.
My point is that perfection doesn't exist, and there's no such thing as a perfect body. Satisfaction is subjective, and there will always be something we want to change. True body positivity comes from accepting who you are and allowing the progress you make every day, whether spiritually, mentally, or physically, to propel you to greater heights. It's important to reach a point where you don't even notice those who willingly subject themselves to risks. This is the reality. If you don't like it, simply click away. With that being said, do what's best for you. However, understand that even if one side of the grass may seem greener, it still requires mental, physical, and spiritual maintenance.
Peace and love, ya'll.
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4 comments
Great article! I am sending to a friend of mine.
I remember when they first started this trend and all i could think about was ten years down the line how was this “movement” going to affect women’s health. It’s 2023 and i think i was on point but i am glad that people are starting to wake up.
It will only continue… sadly… the obsession with perfection is crazy…
Stop BBL culture especially with all the risks its just not worth it. I wish people would wake up and realize that they are BEAUTIFUL the way they are.