Lyric...Not Just a Bad Girl

Everyone has aspirations of being successful in life. However, some sit around and just dream about it, while others go out and get it. Reality television can either make a no name person well known or a known person even more popular. Shows such as Bad Girls Club have done just that for many including Melissa “Lyric” Henry from season 2 who went into the house with just herself on he mind and left the house with viewers on her side.

Walking into the Bad Girls Club house Lyric was excited to be on the show. She had never done anything along these lines before and while she knew that being in the house would be a stepping stone for her career, she also knew that she had a lot to bring to the house. As she settled into this unfamiliar place she knew that she could connect with Jennavencia, because she knew her from Arizona. Some first impressions were good, some were bad. Lyric saw that Hanna, who eventually made up one third of the Hyena’s, would be a follower. Lyric felt that her and Naveen would click, simply because they were both exotic. Last but not least, Lyric felt that it was nice to not be the only African American in the house, but knew that there would be a power struggle with Tanisha. One thing Lyric knew was that there has always been tension with her and other African American women, mainly because she is who she is.

Some may remember her as the one lady in the house who was all about herself. She took the measures to advance her own life, and many times had to illiterate her infamous phrase “I’m in front of myself.” During her stay in the house she joined no clicks, just socialized with people who weren’t “phony or followers.” She left the house after just a short time with enemies, or shall we say haters and those who she was able to get along with, Darlen, Cordelia, and of course Jennavencia.

There are those who may believe that she left the house strictly because of a case pending against her back home, but that is not the case. As she said, “When you see yourself whooping someone’s ass, it’s time to separate yourself from them!” That is exactly what she did. While there she wanted to show that African American’s are not ignorant and are very cultural but Lyric felt that Tanisha lived up to stereotypes of African American people. She saw that the problems between Tanisha and herself were not getting any better, and after the well known musical act by Tanisha (I didn’t get no sleep cuz of ya’ll…Ya’ll not gon’ get no sleep cuz of me…), Lyric knew it was time to leave.

However, what people may not know about Lyric is that she is laid back and is willing to get along with anyone. She grew up in a strict family with restrictions that any child would hate. Her grandfather was a minister, and even with all her restrictions she still mange to be one of the most rebellious. She has been pursing her dreams and remains focused at all times. Unfortunately, there are people who disagree with her demeanor, but she can only be Lyric. As Lyric stated during our interview, “People walk up to me on the street and just start talking because they can sense that I am a cool person.” Regardless of any conflicts that occurred on the show, she left with her head on tight and her priorities in tact.

Although she was part of the cast of Bad Girls Club, Lyric has been on her “grind” since the age of 11. She discovered that she can profit from her skills while on a plane to Guyana to attend school. She performed “Jump” by KrisKross for passengers on the plane, and when she arrived at her destination her grandmother was shocked to hear the flight attendant say that Lyric had earned the money from rapping during the flight.

Lyric who was originally known as Pocahynz, obtained the name Lyric after watching the movie Jason’s Lyric with a male friend (whose name happened to be Jason); who went on to tell her that Jada Pinkett’s character in the movie, whose name was Lyric was much like hers and they had a facial resemblance. From that moment she was known as Lyric. Lyric says, “I have always been surrounded by guys,” which is how she began on stage working with Richard Booker, who has become one of the hottest MC’s from Brooklyn. She also had her endeavors with Children of Israel who are from Virginia and the Knights of the Round Table.

This “Bipolar” MC continues to spread a piece of herself, after touring with The Roots she is currently working with artists and producers on the Jim Jones Project and promoting artist such as Oshy. However, after the death of her uncle in December 2007 in Guyana, Lyric decided to start a non profit organization called Project3rdWorld. For more information on Project3rdWorld contact Lyric at goddess.lyric@yahoo.com. In five years she see her non profit organization successful and making a difference. She also sees herself established with her music career. She is currently working on a major record deal.

Aside from music and Project3rdWorld, she has much to give to society. Although all she has to give is herself, that alone is more than some can offer. She carries a realistic and positive tune about herself, and that is something that has been witnessed first hand. Lyric had this advice to give to others looking to break onto the entertainment scene, “Don’t sell your soul, learn how to say NO and be your own boss.” She knows from experience the life of the entertainment world, and gave advice that is needed no matter who you may be.

While she emphasizes about being for “self,” she is one of the most selfless people I have encountered, yet. During our interview she often spoke on the world and not just Lyric. While Lyric sees the world as a, “light of change,” we see her as an unique individual, who has much to offer not only to society but also to herself.

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