Aries Spears: I’m Surprised Sexyy Red Went Platinum, She Looks Like Tales from the Crypt (Part 8)

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Comedian Aries Spears recently weighed in on a controversial topic sparked by a tweet from VladTV host Vlad, who claimed no unattractive female rapper had ever gone platinum—until Sexyy Red achieved the milestone through streaming. Spears was visibly surprised, commenting that artists typically need to be “cute” to reach that level of success. Upon learning Sexyy Red’s platinum certification, he didn’t hold back, describing her appearance as resembling “Tales from the Crypt,” a stark and blunt critique that immediately grabbed attention.

The conversation highlighted the evolving dynamics of the music industry, where streaming has shifted how certifications are earned. Spears and Vlad also debated the role of appearance in commercial success, particularly contrasting female rappers with R&B singers. Spears’s unapologetic remarks have fueled discussions about beauty standards and talent in hip-hop, making this exchange one of the more candid conversations about image and success in the music business today.