Kobe Bryant Talks Nike, Lil Wayne & LeBron James With the.LIFE Files!thelifefilestv2026-09-20 | Kobe Bryant Talks Nike, Lil Wayne & LeBron James With the.LIFE Files!The-Dream Talks Social Media And The Current State Of The Music Industrythelifefilestv2013-05-30 | A week before The-Dream's new IV PLAY album hit stores, JD met up with the superstar singer/songwriter at the Plaza Hotel in New York City to talk about his favorite social media platform and the current state of the music business.
Find out what The-Dream dislikes the most about the music industry and what changes he would make while we head over to his album release party in his silver Mercedes-Benz Maybach.
IV PLAY IN STORES NOW!Lauren London Put You On The Game Part 2thelifefilestv2013-04-09 | Tune in for the 2nd installment of "Put You On The Game" starring Lauren London from BET series "The Game". This time Lauren gives us the game on an ideal first doesn't have to be anything over the top and who should be expecting to pay when the check comes.
Check your local listings to find out what time you can see Lauren on The Game when it airs Tuesday nights on BET!Fashion Friday: Tamar Braxton On Her Maternity Fashionthelifefilestv2013-04-05 | We briefly ran into the now nearly 7 month pregnant Tamar Braxton while she was in New York promoting her new single "Love and War". In this clip JD finds out how Tamar keeps her love for stylish clothes through the pregnancy and also gets her thoughts on Beyonce's new single "Bow Down".Lauren London Put You On The Game (Part 1)thelifefilestv2013-04-02 | For our latest exclusive we caught up to the beautiful actress Lauren London while she was in New York City doing press for the new season of BET's "The Game" in which she plays a former child actress named Keira. Let Lauren "Put You On The Game" in part one of this series where she talks about the biggest mistake men make when courting women and reveals what you don't want to do if you're trying to get her attention.
Check your local listings to find out what time you can see Lauren on The Game when it airs Tuesday nights on BET! See more exclusives from the.LIFE Files TV here:
http://www.youtube.com/thelifefilestMy Life: Duncan Quinnthelifefilestv2013-03-19 | For our latest My LIFE portrayal Javid met with Duncan Quinn who tells us how after getting three degrees in law and practicing both in the UK and US he decided to turn his love for custom men's clothing into a business. Inside his Duncan Quinn storefront on Spring Street in New York Ducan tells us how his experiences throwing parties as a teenager helped him make the transition into the clothing business and what men should keep in mind when buying a suit. The self taught tailor also takes us into his wine cellar and shows off his "old soldiers" which include a 1944 Château Latour Grand Vin, a 1985 Mouton-Rothschild and more before telling us about Christian Louboutin's reaction to his latest promotion.Fashion Friday: Duncan Quinn On Introducing NY To Bespoke Mens Fashionthelifefilestv2013-03-15 | For this week's Fashion Friday episode we take you inside the NoLita, New York boutique created by clothier Duncan Quinn whose customers include everyone from Christian Louboutin to LeBron James. Duncan explains to us exactly what bespoke is and how the term was so new when he opened his store he had to explain to writers from GQ and the New York Times.
Full My Life episode with one of the sharpest dressed men in New York where he tells us how he went from cooperate lawyer to fashion influencer coming next week!My Life: Tom Folsom (Part 2)thelifefilestv2013-03-11 | In this final installment of Javid's interview with author Tom Folsom who rose to fame thanks to his book on Nicki Barnes "Mr. Untouchable" we find out about his two other writing projects. In his book 'The Mad Ones: Crazy Joe Gallo and the Revolution at the Edge of the Underworld' Tom tells the story of Joe Gallo from the Red Hook area from Brooklyn who had plans with his family and Nicki Barnes who he met in jail, to take over the mafia, before he was killed outside New York's Umberto's Clam House. While in his new release 'Hopper: A Journey into the American Dream' we find out about actor Dennis Hopper who directed cult classics "Easy Rider" and "Colors" while having a tumultuous personal life and maintaining friends like artist Andy Warhol who he brought some of his first art from.Fashion Friday: Behind The Scenes Of Joe Buddens By Any Means Photo Shootthelifefilestv2013-03-08 | the.LIFE Files was on location this week as rapper Joe Budden shot his photos from the upcoming By Any Means clothing 2013 look book. Joined by founder and music video director Aristotle Torres, Joe tells us where we can pick up the new styles you may have seen him rocking in his recent appearances.My Life: Tom Folsom (Part 1)thelifefilestv2013-03-05 | Check out the first installment of our interview with Tom Folsom author of best selling books Mr. Untouchable: The Rise, Fall, And Resurrection Of Heroin's Teflon Don, The Mad Ones: Crazy Joe Gallo And The Revolution At The Edge Of The Underworld and is preparing to release Hopper: A Journey Into The American Dream. Inside the reading room of his New York loft we find out about his first major book project writing the biography of legendary Harlem gangster Leroy "Nicky" Barnes which required him to meet with him while in the witness protection program. Tom shares some never before heard stories from the two year process including Nicky's reaction first watching the trailer to 'American Gangster' which starred Denzel Washington and was based on the life of one of his rivals Frank Lucas.
Part 2 coming up where the author reveals how Nicky Barnes actually gave him the inspiration to write his second book on New York mobster Crazy Joe Gallo and Dennis Hopper's interesting relationships with everyone from Ice-T to Andy Warhol.Fashion Friday: Mike B. Visits Ezra Wines Polo Stashthelifefilestv2013-02-22 | This week for Fashion Friday we're releasing a clip from our upcoming My Life: Mike B episode where we travel with stylist to the likes of Sean Combs, Nas, Swizz Beatz, Steve Stoute, Terrance J. and LeBron James on a trip to buy some custom Polo pieces. On this particular day Mike was styling Chris Brown and was looking for some vintage items, so he took us to stylist/collector Ezra Wine's secret liar to see what he's been working on. To be continued...Ricky Hil Wishes Kurt Cobain A Happy Birthdaythelifefilestv2013-02-21 | Last night we were in the house for a performance from Tommy Hillfiger's son Ricky Hil at a secret event he held in Brooklyn in promotion of his new S.Y.L.D.D. (Support Your Local Drug Dealer) project. There was plenty of smoke, 2 for $5 punch specials and a diverse crowd, most of which knew his song word for word. Full My Life interview coming soon, but for now check out this clip where he performs his song which features the Weeknd "Nomad" in dedication to Nirvana star Kurt Cobain who was born February 20, 1967.the.LIFE Files TV Archive: Q-Tip On How He Signed With GOOD Musicthelifefilestv2013-02-19 | Check out some previously unreleased footage from our vault where we caught up Q Tip to get the story of how he signed with Kanye West and what it means to him to be part of such an all-star roster.Sex LIFE: How Many Times A Week Makes For A Healthy Sex Lifethelifefilestv2013-02-16 | In our second installment of Sex Life we wrap up where we left off at Pranna lounge in Manhattan, but this time we're talking about what makes a healthy sex life. See what happens when we ask New Yorkers how many times a week do they need to hit the sack for more than just sleep.the.LIFE Files TV Archive: Ja Rule Reminisces On 160 Varick Streetthelifefilestv2013-02-12 | We dug in our stash this week to unearth this previously unreleased clip from our Ja Rule interview weeks before he turned himself in to serve two year sentence on weapons possession charges after police found a gun in the back seat of his Maybach. In this clip Ja who's scheduled to be released later this month reminisces on the early days of Def Jam records at their original 160 Varick Street offices and how tough it was to earn your spot.
Expect a Ja Rule exclusive from the.LIFE Files when he hits the streets! If you missed our original interview which we released in 2011 and was eventually covered by the New York Daily News check that out here: http://www.nydailynews.com/entertainment/gossip/ja-rule-ashamed-twitter-feud-50-cent-article-1.142246Sex LIFE: What Do You Think About Sex On The First Date?thelifefilestv2013-02-09 | Check out the first installment of our Sex LIFE series where we hit up Pranna lounge on 28th street and Madison Avenue in midtown Manhattan where our friend party promoter Omar "Big O" Hamilton was having a MLK weekend event. We spoke to some brave attendees at the party about their views on sex, how early we should be having it and how often makes for a happy week.
Check out this first installment where we get some responses about the possibility of having sex with someone the first time you two go out. Would you do it? Have you?Fashion Friday: New York Fashion Week Kicks Offthelifefilestv2013-02-08 | For this week's Fashion Friday we attended Ivana Helsinki's A/W 2013-2014 runway show on day one of New York Fashion week. The collection was made up of variously colored dresses of knit, denim, lace, and velvet along with bright capes, cable-knit cardigans, and over-sized coats.
The brand was created by FInnish born artist, filmmaker, and designer Paola Ivana Suhonen who incorporates art, fashion, and cinema inspired by Slavic and Scandinavian moods. Manufactured in Finland and Lapland, it is the only Scandinavian womenswear brand to be accepted into the official Paris Fashion Week "IN" Show calendar and has been around for over 13 years. Pieces range from $265 to $454. Shout out to Sister Tribes for the invite!My Life: Mark Lakinthelifefilestv2013-02-04 | For this week's My Life segment Javid sits down with Mark Lakin at his art studio located in Manhattan at 750 Greenwich street right across the street from popular restaurant The Spotted Pig. Mark tells us how he left his job as a cooperate lawyer at the top of his game to pursue dreams eventually opening up his art studio and starting his own Epic Road travel company which creates one of a kind experiences for clients. He reveals how addictive success and money can become and how his travels around the world, especially in Africa, provided an important lesson in how other people define happiness and success. Finally Mark Lakin tells us a story of an incident in Ethiopia where his international negotiation skills were really put to the test. Get inspired!Fashion Friday: On The Streets Of Chelsea, NYCthelifefilestv2013-02-01 | For this week's Fashion Friday series we hit the streets of Chelsea, New York to find out what everyday New Yorkers were rocking, what inspired their fashion choices and what about their outfit makes it uniquely theirs. We're coming to your neighborhood next!
If you missed last week's Fashion Friday with Joe Budden, Consequence, Tahiry and the rest of the cast from Love & Hip Hop season 3 check it out here!the.LIFE Files TV: Gabriel Jacobs Tells The Story Of Camrons Battery Operated Globe Pendantthelifefilestv2013-01-30 | Check out some bonus footage from our My Life feature on Gabriel Jacobs of Rafaello & Co. Jewelers where he talks about the creative process behind creating one of hip hop's most iconic chains. Worn by Cam'ron during arguably the pinnacle of his career the chain was originally meant for a football player, but after he decided it was too large Gabriel's team added some custom work and showed the piece to Cam'ron. Check out the intricate workmanship it took to create the first battery operated piece we have ever seen!the.LIFE Files TV: Consequence & Jen The Pen Talk Race And Religion On Reality TVthelifefilestv2013-01-29 | While shooting our Fashion Friday segment with the cast of the third season of 'Love & Hip Hop New York' we found out from rapper Consequence and his girlfriend what they hope to share with the world through their interfaith/interracial relationship. As viewers of the hit reality show have seen this season the Cons is an avid Muslim while his girlfriend Jen "The Pen" Bayer is a Christian, so the two have been working to find a middle ground raising their son.
Have you ever dated someone who was of another religion? How did it affect the relationship?My Life: Gabriel Jacobsthelifefilestv2013-01-28 | In this first installment of our My Life series we sit down with jeweler to the stars Gabriel Jacobs in his Rafello & Co. family jewelry business located in New York's diamond district. Gabriel tells us how his family originally immigrated from Uzbekistan to start a diamond wholesale business which has eventually led to their storefront on the most important block in the jewelry business.
Living up to his company's slogan 'dare to be different' Gabriel shows us some of the custom pieces his company has created including a ruby flooded watch for Cee Lo, a safe accented with black and white diamonds for Busta Rhymes and The Dream's custom Atlanta Falcons pendant. We also get a look at Rafaello & Co's baby, a diamond flooded 1 of 1 timepiece and learn about their biggest sale coming from a chance encounter with a Saudi Arabian royal family. Although hip hop jeweler Jacob Arabov is someone Gabriel considers a legend in the business he wants to make it clear that he's carving his own lane and bringing his own flavor to the industry.Fashion Friday: The Love & Hip Hop NY Season 3 Premierethelifefilestv2013-01-25 | For this week's Fashion Friday segment we attended the Love & Hip Hop New York season 3 premiere party a couple weeks back where we caught up with some of this season's cast. Model Tahiry and fashionista Rashidah Ali give us the stats on their eye popping curves, rapper Consequence and his girlfriend Jen "The Pen" Bayer show and tell us how they've been burning down Bergorf Goodman, Joe Budden and Kaylin Garcia reveal they'd rather be comfortable (or naked) than stylish and Basketball Wives star keeps her coat from eating JD.the.LIFE Files TV: Jaden Smith Talks Personal Fashion, Dads Best Advice & Relationshipsthelifefilestv2012-09-24 | A few weeks ago while he was in New York recording tracks from his upcoming mixtape The Cool Tape the.LIFE Files sat in on a studio session with 14-year old Jaden Smith. In this clip Javid finds out about Jaden's relationship with pop star Justin Beiber, where he gets his unique fashion sense and why he doesn't watch much TV. We also find out why the best advice Will Smith has ever given his son was to not lie and how recording "Starry Room" changed the way Jaden deals with girls and relationships. Jaden even got busy on the keys, giving us an impromptu performance. Can you believe this teen already has a clothing line, three movies and a burgeoning music career under his belt?the.LIFE Files TV: Daley Talks Prince, British Artists & All Black Everythingthelifefilestv2012-09-12 | You may or may not already be familiar with Daley, a 22-year old British singer who first got our attention thanks to his song "Alone Together" with Marsha Ambrosius. After catching him live while he was performing in New York at SOB's JD met up with the crooner at his Manhattan hotel and found out the influence for his soulful sound. Daley reminds us we shouldn't try to put all of the new artists emerging from the UK in one lane and shares his opinion on the difference between performing for audiences in the US and UK. Then Daley tells us about his favorite fashions, especially his black Alexander Wang jacket. Get familiar!the.LIFE Files TV: The Love & Hip Hop Atlanta Cast On Doing Reality TVthelifefilestv2012-07-31 | After watching the show with part of the cast during a private press event we found out what the members of the cast who were in attendance hoped to accomplish from appearing on the hit reality show. Oh yeah, Stevie J's girlfriend Joseline Hernandez also lets us know if he makes "those faces" in bed.On The Count Of Three Say Heyyyy LIFE Filesthelifefilestv2012-07-14 | Shout out to these lovely ladies we ran into at the Carol's Daughter event at the 2012 Essence Festival!the.LIFE Files TV: Marsha Ambrosius At The 2012 Essence Festivalthelifefilestv2012-07-12 | While attending the annual Essence Festival this year in New Orleans the.LIFE Files correspondent Nekia caught up to one of our favorite songstresses Marsha Ambrosius and got a couple words from her about the festival and her new album 'Friends & Lovers'.the.LIFE Files TV: The-Dream On The Use Of The N-Wordthelifefilestv2012-06-15 | For our latest run in with The-Dream we caught up to him while on the set of his "Dope Bitch" video in Los Angeles. While relaxing in his Range Rover which still had the new car smell The-Dream gives his interesting perspective on the "N-word" and lets us know why no one word should have all that power. Do you agree or disagree?the.LIFE Files TV: Nas On President Obama, Lauryn Hill & Hip Hop In 2012thelifefilestv2012-06-11 | Check out the second and final installment from our sit down with legendary rapper Nas on the roof top of his Manhattan hotel. In this clip Nas gives his thoughts on the more simplistic rap songs that dominate the radio today and names the few guys who are helping hip hop by having their own unique style. Nas also speaks on the presidency of Barack Obama saying he doesn't see how anyone could take the job and not go crazy and admits that Lauryn Hill may be the most talented person that he's worked with. Oh yeah, don't expect a new Nas mixtape any time soon although he does love them.the.LIFE Files TV: The Empire Girls Julissa & Adrienne On What To Expect This Seasonthelifefilestv2012-06-03 | Check out our sit down with Adrienne Bailon and Julissa Bermudez the stars of new The Style Network reality show "Empire Girls: Julissa & Adrienne" which airs Sunday, June 3rd at 9PM ET. In this clip the lovely ladies tell us how they kept it real in their new show taking us everywhere with them, from a Betsey Johnson fashion show to Mamajuana Cafe on Dykman Street. We also find out how the ladies feel about the recent zombie craze and get a glimpse of what they're wearing.Exclusive Preview: Mary J. Blige Featuring Rick Ross Whythelifefilestv2012-05-07 | Check out the.LIFE Files exclusive preview of Mary J. Blige's new single "Why" which also features the biggest boss Ricky Ross.the.LIFE Files TV: Rick Ross Gives Meek Mill A Range Rover For His Birthdaythelifefilestv2012-05-07 | Check out some footage we got while in the City of Brotherly Love waiting to board the yacht where Meek Mill's 25th birthday's was held this weekend. After trying to get word from the Maybach boss Rick Ross about his new single, we captured a candid moment after Ross presented his new artist keys to a brand new Range Rover. Shout out to no mileage!the.LIFE Files TV: Lunch With Amber Rosethelifefilestv2012-05-03 | You already saw the photos, now check out the full interview from our lunch with Amber Rose who was in New York working on a new business deal. After we enjoyed her favorite dish at New York hotspot Bar Pitti, the veal scaloppine al vino blanco, we find out what new projects she has in the works. We also got a close up look at the blinding engagement Wiz she got from Wiz Khalifa, found out the inspiration behind her new blonde locs, talked about a potential career in music and got her thought on Kanye West's new song "Cold". Amber lets us know that the media's portrayal of her is not exactly right.the.LIFE Files TV: Coco On Controversy About Her Nude Photo With Her Nephewthelifefilestv2012-05-02 | In this clip from our sit down with Coco she talks about the internet controversy that emerged when tweeted out a photo her sister had taken of her nude in bed with her nephew. Coco says she has always been a nudist and would do it again....the.LIFE Files TV: Coco Talks Her Twitter Alter Ego, Cute Spartacusthelifefilestv2012-04-30 | Check out a clip from our sit down with Coco where she talks about making her dog Spartacus one of the animals to follow on Twitter. He was all ears.the.LIFE Files TV: Ice-T Talks MTV Cribs, Rappers Bragging & New Jack Citythelifefilestv2012-04-28 | In this second clip from our sit down with Ice-T Javid finds out whatever happened with the house with the retractable roof he famously showed off on MTV Cribs and why Ice-T thinks the whole flossing thing has gone too far in hip-hop. We also find out how Ice-T playing a police officer in cult classic New Jack City after just putting out his biggest album of gangsta raps. OG!the.LIFE Files TV: Ice-T Talks Reality TV & Dealing With Cocos Male Fansthelifefilestv2012-04-25 | Check out part one of Javid's sit down with legendary rapper Ice-T as he was hosting a press event for fans of his hit E! network reality show "Ice Loves Coco". In this installment Ice-T talks about how his life has changed since it started being aired on television show and how we would be surprised who Coco's fans really are. We also find out why Ice has the most trouble with people who have never been punched in the face. Stay tuned for part two!the.LIFE Files Prepares To Get Some Game From Ice-T!thelifefilestv2012-04-23 | In this preview to our full length sit down with legendary rapper turned actor Ice-T he talks about his role as an adviser to his wife Coco and his rap artist Knight and gives us a jewel from the game. Soak it up, full interview coming this week!the.LIFE Files TV: Melanie Fiona Talks Roc Nation, Finding Love & The MF Lifethelifefilestv2012-04-13 | Last month as she was gearing up for the release of her new album "The MF Life" the.LIFE Files caught up with R&B songstress Melanie Fiona. After giving us a small taste of her skills on the keys Miss Fiona talks about the effect being signed to Jay-Z's Roc Nation management team means for her career, why she end up being with a guy who has never heard of her and how she hopes to inspire people through her music. Isn't she lovely!the.LIFE Files TV: David Banner On Race, The State Of Hip Hop & The Trayvon Martin Shootingthelifefilestv2012-04-06 | David Banner has a lot on his mind. In this second clip from our sit down with the outspoken producer/rapper he talks about some of his biggest problems with today's music game. Banner is no big fan of mixtapes and thinks that hip hop is one of the few genre's that gives their talents away for free. We also get his view on race and what he feels the shooting of unarmed teen Trayvon Martin says about current day America.the.LIFE Archive: Miss Mimi Interviews the.LIFE Files For Sirius Shade 45thelifefilestv2012-04-04 | We uncovered this audio file from 2009 when the.LIFE Files founders Javid and JD appeared on SIRIUS Shade 45 G-Unit Radio Big Sundays show. On the weekend after Michael Jackson's passing the guys talked to host Miss Mimi and DJ Big Kap about a variety of topics from starting a website to how the site got started. If you missed it, check it out...the.LIFE Files TV: David Banner On Where Hes Been And The Power Of Co-Signsthelifefilestv2012-04-03 | Check out our latest sit down with David Banner who you may remember as the rapper behind hit monster singles like "Play" and "Get Like Me". If you've been paying attention, you may have also seen Banner listed as one of the producers on Lil Wayne's "Carter 4″ and Chris Brown's "Boy In Detention" mixtape. In this exclusive clip David Banner reveals what even fewer people know, he's been making even more money outside of the music business with companies like Mercedes and Gatorade producing music for their ad campaigns. Banner also gets into Lil Wayne being one of his realest friends in music and and why he once decided not to take the stage with Mississippi newcomer Big K.R.I.T..the.LIFE Files TV: French Montana Talks New Album, Fur Hats & Max Bthelifefilestv2012-03-20 | We caught up to one of the newest members to the Bad Boy Records family while he was on the set of his "Everything's A Go" video in Brooklyn last week. Right before he left the set in his new Rolls Royce Ghost we spoke to French about the success of his Cocaine City DVD series, his new deal with Bad Boy Records, Max B's current situation and where he was when he heard the news Whitney Houston died.
French also tells us how he ended up wearing a $25,000 bear hat on the cover of this year's XXL Freshman Class issue and where the hat is now.the.LIFE Files TV: The-Dream Shows Off His Mercedes Sprinter Vanthelifefilestv2012-03-15 | We caught up to R&B singer The-Dream right before he performed at his second sold out show in two nights in New York City. Last time he gave us a tour of his Maybach, this time he gives us a tour of his Mercedes Sprinter van and introduces us to Radio Killa Records new signee Casha.And Now A Word From The Mob Wives Drita DAvanzothelifefilestv2012-03-15 | We ran into Drita from hit VH-1 series 'Mob Wives' yesterday and she wants you to know if you're not reading the.LIFE Files everyday, she's gonna whack you. Fuggedaboutit!the.LIFE Files TV: Kevin Hart On Buying A Midget, His Worst Show & Leaving A Legacythelifefilestv2012-03-12 | Check out our second and final installment with hilarious comedian Kevin Hart who is currently promoting his tour/DVD "Laugh At My Pain". In this clip Kevin tells us the moment he realized he was funny, how he bought a midget with his first big check, getting hit in the face by a fan during a show with a Buffalo wing and if he ever worries about his kids seeing the profanity in his routine. We also find out what Kevin Hart wants to leave as his legacy that will have us comparing him to Richard Pryor, Eddie Murphy, Chris Rock and Bill Cosby.the.LIFE Files TV: Kevin Hart Tells The Story Of His Rise To Famethelifefilestv2012-03-09 | Check out our sit down with one of the hottest comedian's in the game Kevin Hart where he tells us how he went from shooting "Paper Soldiers" for Jay-Z and Damon Dash to working with the likes of Ben Stiller. Kevin also explains why he'll always have love for stand-up comedy and the importance that relationships have had in his success. To be continued.....This Is Cassies Life Filesthelifefilestv2012-03-05 | You've already seen the prelude, now check out the full length interview from our travels with Cassie over the past year. We start off at Sephora where Cassie was on hand with Selita Ebanks and Solange to appear as a new spokesperson for beauty brand Carol's Daughter. Then we joined Cas for a super sexy shoot as she prepared her Status magazine cover before heading to the studio where she put the finishing touches on the remix to labelmate Machine Gun Kelly's song "Warning Shot". Finally, we travel to Cassie's Manhattan apartment where she gave us a tour of her closet, a glimpse of some of her favorite items, and let us that know even though it's a glamorous life she's working hard everyday. You have never seen Cassie quite like this!Cassie X the.LIFE Files: The Preludethelifefilestv2012-02-29 | For the past couple of months we've got to watch as Cassie preps for what's looking like it's going to be her biggest year of her career, with a number of music, fashion and commercial projects in the works. We've traveled with her to appear as a spokesperson for Carol's Daughter, watched her record new music at Daddy's House Studio, partied with her at NYC hotspot SL and even got a personal tour of her home closet. Welcome to exclusiveness, this is the prelude.the.LIFE Files TV: The-Dream Talks Illuminati & Mercedes Maybachthelifefilestv2012-02-23 | While one of our favorite stunnas The-Dream was in New York City doing his press run this week JD hopped a ride in his Mercedes Maybach and found out caught a glimpse of the new ring he bought for Rihanna before getting a quick tour of the back of the 'Bach. Big money talk!