Art Saves, Otep Saves! Keep voting tribe! We're almost there!
Olivia Desalvo - 13 years ago
Im really happy about this category. Maybe now artists with ACTUAL lyrical and musical talent will get some recognition for once.
Otep
Kat - 13 years ago
I love how most of the comments are from the tribe. I truly hate MTV, but at least Otep will get some recognition. Hopefully it doesnt send some of her more "socially acceptable" music to the radio...they WILL get overplayed and hurt people's eardrums in the long run. :[
Either way SEVAS TRA MOTHER FUCKER.
I am truly happy that Otep was even CONSIDERED for this! It's about damn time that she has been recognized for her message, her belief in her own words (yes they are hers... she writes them) and her love for her fans. She is incredible! She takes the time out to even stop and say hello to her fans before a performance even if she is busy! I would know first hand. She is a beautiful person inside and out! GO OTEP! TRIBE SPEAKS! SS4L!
Tasha - 13 years ago
Otep Shamaya isn't the cookie cutter type...she is the type that destroys the cookie cutter! Her message and the fact that in every lyric of every song she bears all...and gives her all is truly a beautiful work of art! Her videos and live shows are mere glimpses into the eternally deep person that is OTEP! If she does not win, I will truly have lost all respect in the music industry and the "control machine" that it has become!
SEVAS TRA
Wyntir - 13 years ago
SEVAS TRA! There is no artist that portrays a stronger message in their music than Otep.
Jessica - 13 years ago
I truly am proud of all the support Otep Shamaya is getting. She isnt exactly what people perceive as "hip" or as popular as some of the other artists on this poll. I can tell you that she has more talent in her pinky finger and all of those artists combined. Her songs aren't always catchy or upbeat, but she is totally honest and unafraid to bare her soul. She is a positive role model for females around the world, and the messages in her music are always positive. I hope this is the start of something good in the music and entertainment industry. ombined. Her songs aren't always catchy or upbeat, but she is totally honest and unafraid to bare her soul. She is a positive role model for females around the world, and the messages in her music are always positive. I hope this is the start of something good in the music and entertainment industry.
YOURFRIENDSALLY - 13 years ago
Has it occurred to any of you that Otep fans are pretty much the only people who know/care about this? Or else those others WOULD be owning, sadly. There's still a lot of time left guys...
Oh, & does anyone know if this will even AIR on TV, like her going up on stage and stuff? I certainly hope it airs for a moon man. I would LOVE to see that, & be glued to the TV.
lilin - 13 years ago
OTEP!!!!!
MTV does not know what music is. Hell they don't even play music anymore. Jersey Shore? 16&pregnant? WTF IS THAT SHIT?!? OTEP is the only real music on the list
Thorlind - 13 years ago
Rise! Rebel! Resist! All Hail Otep Shamaya!
Vincent Gosselin - 13 years ago
I am in awe at the results of this poll. In my mind Otep has a message in every song she writes and thus should win by far but I never imagined her totally obliterating the competition! As it should be! I find it amusing that they couldn't really pinpoint a single video or song for Otep, seeing that ALL of them have a meaning, whereas the competition does not. So in the end, do the others even deserve the title of competition? I think not...
Hail the Tribe!
And Hail the Victorious Otep Shamaya!
JoshRaw - 13 years ago
ha! only 2 comments about another "artist"
It truly shows how the music of Otep has so positvely affected and changed the lives of so many people.
She totally deserves to win....hands down!!!!
Natasha Pauline - 13 years ago
Tribe Strong!!
Natasha Pauline - 13 years ago
Tribe Strong!!
Mireya - 13 years ago
Otep has more meaning and deep messages in her songs and poetry than all the other contestants and ten some more combined! Art saves and so does Otep! Otep will fill your minds with her intellectual lyrics! Otep all the way! Come on Tribe let's unite to win! Knock everyone clear outa the water!
Hail OTEP and the Tribe!
This is the moment the Tribe takes over and kicks every Belieber's butt!
D.j Castrejon - 13 years ago
Since all the other nominees Music Videos are new i think they should pick OTEP's Music Video for Fist Fall, unless MTV wants to do a Tribute to OTEP and use all her videos as nominees for all those years they ignored OTEP's message!!
Valerie - 13 years ago
This really is a no contest competition. Otep has spread a message throughout all of her music AND videos. All of the messages of her "competition" she has done already. She needs no video as an example, just pick anything out of her catalog.
kehsa rihanna and justins s fans are wondering who is OTEP SHAMAYA !! SHE ROCKS !"!!!
Ryan Rehl - 13 years ago
OTEP SHAMAYA. She is strong, uncompromising, faithful... She is the leader of a movement so challenging and unique. Clearly there is a social revolution taking place and she is top on the list of leaders. Because of Otep, I have the strength to keep my voice raised and my knuckles bloody. Her empowering lyrics, such as in Perfectly Flawed, have brought me through some of the worst times of my life. When I have had no friends or family to turn to, I've had family in Otep and she Shadow Soldiers.
EVEN IF OTEP DOES NOT WIN THE AWARD, SHE [AND WE SHADOW SOLDIERS] HAVE THE SATISFACTION THAT SHE HAS BEEN HEARD AND RECOGNIZED BY THE GENERAL MASSES WHO ARE ONLY NOW BEGINNING TO SEARCH FOR A MESSAGE IN ART.
Meranda - 13 years ago
I am so excited that finally a REAL band OTEP is actually being noticed for something!!! Keep it up my fellow Tribe members!!
neil - 13 years ago
Otep kicks everyone else right off the list in my opinion.
Kadee - 13 years ago
Otep, without a shadow of a doubt, is a truely a symbol for art and inspiration.. All the other (and I use this term loosely) "artists" are in it for ass and money. She inspires me everyday to better myself and stand up for what I believe. Otep is my personal hero.
Blake - 13 years ago
Otep is an amazing artist. She has been writing about important issues for years now. Otep's music has a deeper meaning than all the others combined. She inspires me now and will continue to inspire many others through her brutally honest,intelligent, and artistic music. Otep's music provides me solace in the darkest of times and I'm sure her music provides this to many of her other fans. She deserves this.
Tatajana Smith - 13 years ago
no video for Otep?? WTF
Valerie - 13 years ago
Can't believe an artist like otep is dominating a MTV award poll. Gives me hope and brings a tear to my eye. Otep is such an inspiration to me. Although her music is hard it taught me about love and acceptance. I could never thank her enough for the strength she has given me.
Chelsa - 13 years ago
Otep !!! Such an advocate for great things.. its obvious she deserves this !!!
Jason - 13 years ago
Otep. No question. She has a powerful voice and isn't afraid to speak up for her beliefs no matter what they are. Her lyrics and videos have brought powerful political and social messages to anyone willing to get past the fact that it might not be their style of music and dig into the meat of her lyrics. The political messages in Warhead and Rise Rebel Resist, raising your voice and being heard in Confrontation , standing up to bullying through the lyrics of Fists Fall, calling out society for the faults that it refuses to see in Smash the Control Machine. She has never stopped fighting for the rights of musicians, the gay/lesbian/transgender community, the survival of the Arts and she can debate and discuss any and all of these points in a very intelligent and well spoken, educated manner. Her lyrics are Poetry, her music is pure Artistic expression. There shouldn't be 1 video to win this award, it should be Otep performing a song or poetry reading she selects while a montage of her videos plays in the background. If Otep fails to win this category, she should be awarded an entirely separate award for outstanding dedication to her art and poetry and to try and open the eyes of the world to what they refuse to see in front of them. Because of all of this I am standing up, speaking out, and fighting back against the overwhelming masses of mass produced cookie cutter pop music and voting for an artist whom has never compromised her beliefs or message to go mainstream; Otep Shamaya, inspiration for hopefully many more true artists.
Anna "Bonapartess" Grady - 13 years ago
Tribe
Amanda - 13 years ago
Otep has been the one singer who I have clung to over the years for her powerful voice against any wrong that can be committed. Look to "Warhead" to see her political activism against our (then) dictator, George W. Bush. Take in "Perfectly Flawed" for people to understand that their bodies are how they are meant to be and you should not be ashamed. The list goes on and on, but her message stays true: Fight tyranny, love yourself, and NEVER let someone kick you when you are down (or else you'll knock in someone's teeth!).
Otep is raw emotion, naked, open, accessible to all. It's a continuing shame that mainstream music media ignore the power behind her words and the importance of her message. One day, Tribe, one day she will be heard by all.
Sevas Tra.
Sorrow'sDoll - 13 years ago
While I love 30 seconds, Otep is that only one who could win this, Her words and her actions are a inspirational to every one off her fans. Otep is what ART should be about!!!
Jonathan - 13 years ago
No importa el video, otep es un mensaje para todos!! vamos sigan votando por ella!!!
Kelsey - 13 years ago
Tribe!
John - 13 years ago
Otep is great, and definitely has my support, but it's not entirely as though the other artists are terrible. I don't particularly like Jessie J's music, but I like everything that she stands for, and I think she's in the business for all the right reasons. Just because Otep is the best doesn't mean that the other artists are terrible.
Drena - 13 years ago
Otep Shamaya is the truth in words. Her music has a messge more beautiful and inspiring to the masses. However, most are afraid of what they do not understand! For once let this be heard, and her message revealed to the world!!!! Like my home state says "Live Free or Die"!
Scarlette - 13 years ago
Otep is passionate, poetic, and prideful in their music and every song has a meaning that rings out. They're true artists.
Kegan - 13 years ago
I assume I'm one of few that actually went and listened to all of these songs to form my opinion based on the question. OTEP may be a good band, but Atmosphere's message was by far the greater of all of them. I would bet that most of you disregarded some of those songs out of biased ignorance. Music shouldn't be about who is singing or playing it.. but what it says to you, hence..message. People tend to look at the messenger and devalue the words. Kudos to anyone that did not.
stapled - 13 years ago
Art saves
Randy Battle - 13 years ago
Otep has always stood up against domestic violence, rape, genocide, etc. and done so in a poetic and supremely intelligent way-just look at some of her lyrics. They're mind-blowingly smart. She's always been a strong advocate for self-worth and a prime example of someone who's principals should be admired. And her contribution to the "It Gets Better" campaign earlier this year was simply the most well-spoken and profound video to come out of that series. It summed up the entire message perfectly in a neat 1 1/2 minutes. If anyone deserves to receive the award in this new category, it's Otep.
Arturo - 13 years ago
OTEP has been doing nothing but "sending a message" even before it became trendy to do so (aka, take advantage of something horrible that happened to you to pretend you care...but only if people will talk about you on TV) or it became cool to pay attention. She deserves every single bit of recognition because of this and I think the TRIBE is showing that we got her back and that we stand by her. LET'S DO THIS FOR OTEP, TRIBE! LET US NOT BE SILENT!
Erinnah - 13 years ago
Otep all the way....she has shown that no matter what obstacles we face in life we all have the strength to stand up speak out and strike back....she is emotionally and mentally strong and has given so many women and men the encouragement to not let anything or anyone step on them! In many ways i feel this AMAZING woman literally saves!
Shawnee B - 13 years ago
OTEP WILL DEF WIN THIS!! Shes the most strong an talented women ive ever known. Her music inspires sooo many lives everyday an will continue to inspire people all over the world. People even if u dont like metal vote for Otep, shes got all the right messages for every song shes ever written!
Edith V - 13 years ago
Also for the people who dont know otep! You may not like her sound but her words are true! Everyone else on this list may feel great that they are up for another award. If otep would win this and she damn well should, She'd be the happiest and most grateful to have an award for what she exactly does send good hearted messages to those willing to listen! Every song of hers has meaning.
Edith! - 13 years ago
Come on tribe lets do this she needs to be herd! Otep saves! sevas tra! Lets do it! For otep!
"Maybe I'm a misfit, maybe I'm different
It will never be an average existence
Masochistic
So sadistic
All they see is another statistic
If I cant be loved
Then I'll be hated"
OTEP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Ashley - 13 years ago
Ot3p!!!!
Chelsea Guy - 13 years ago
I only see one artist on here, OTEP!!!
OTEP SAVES SS4L
Jose Coronado - 13 years ago
Finally, someone worthy of recognition. TRIBE OTEP DOMINATES!! SS4L
Michael Lewis - 13 years ago
MTV should have OTEP live to perform and finally have REAL music agai. OTEp is a true artist..
Don Dickerson - 13 years ago
Otep. The ONLY artist listed that actually has a message. Smash the control machine! Rise, rebel, resist!
Ashley The Evil Pixi - 13 years ago
It's nice to see MTV aka Music Television recognizing MUSIC for a change. They couldn't put a specific video next to her name because EVERY SONG has a message worth listening to and not some sappy poppy love song. Otep is the only one on here that is music and art in perfect harmony. No matter my mood, there is a song by Otep to complement it perfectly. Happy, sad, angry...there is always Otep to be heard. Otep helps me EMBRACE my emotion rather than ignore it. I've never been able to see them live but its my goal in life to do so. Otep for life, love, and the downtrodden souls who have to suffer what the government tries to do! Rise Rebel Resist! And of course SMASH THE CONTROL MACHINE!!! \m/
I like a few of these bands but Otep is by far the most deserving. They have been trying to make a difference since the very beginning and are absolutely phenomenal! Although, I highly doubt that MTV will actually take their talent into account since they aren't the normal mainstream artist(s). The greatest amount of passion and talent will most likely be overlooked again...
That girl - 13 years ago
If Otep wins, MTV will still say it was someone else more "popular".
MATTHEW - 13 years ago
RIHANNA MAN DOWN #RIHANNANAVY VOTEEEEEEEEEEEEEE GUYSSS !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
MATTHEW - 13 years ago
RIHANNA MAN DOWN #RIHANNANAVY VOTEEEEEEEEEEEEEE GUYSSS !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
perfecly flawed for Otep - 13 years ago
Otep will always be a true inspiration
In the music industry and to the world.
"No more tears, stand up to your fears, Keep your voices raised!"
Carolyn Manson - 13 years ago
YESH!!! Otep deserves this 100 percent! She is and always has been an advocate for free thought and is an amazing activist for many important issues, not just one, and a true artist in every sense of the word!!! Her music actually has thought and genuine emotion, not just autotune regurgitated puke. Tribe, we are strong!! :) Rise,Rebel,Resist!!
Bobby - 13 years ago
SS4L
Lamia - 13 years ago
I ♥ Otep!!Art Saves!
...though I also love Rhianna's Man Down.
Randi - 13 years ago
Otep!!!!!! \m/ (•_•) \m/
F*¢* yea baby!!!
Scar - 13 years ago
It's about time a true artist gets recognised. Otep Shamaya for life \m/
Mendo - 13 years ago
The ONLY one who is a true activist for issues THAT MATTER........................................................OTEP SHAMAYA..................I am now a Vegetarian, Peta Street Team Member, Animal Rights Activist, Equal Rights Advocate!!!!
I am INSPIRED by her on a DAILY BASIS!
DvsRae - 13 years ago
sevaS trA!!! Ot3p is a lyrical genius, everything she writes has a meaning. This should go to her hands down. She is my inspiration! Luv u Otep shamaya
Mendy Irvin - 13 years ago
I say OTEP. A real life hero! She is Loud and proud! Not afraid to make a stand and say its FUCKED up and explain herself intelligently and offer w solution or assist in creating help for victims! Because of her I am a SURVIVOR not a victim!
My HERO....OTEP SHAMAYA
OTEP is so inspiring in all her songs, she shows you can be smart (which she definitively is!) & be beautiful--& ROCK with the big boys!!
check her out on her radio show!!
http://www.blogtalkradio.com/loudmouthradio
Thanks JRiley Info Arsonist!!!!
FAN 4 L!FE Sabrina Victory Records Street Team Member-STURGIS, SD BABY~
Court - 13 years ago
For the Tribe and all ShadowSoldiers out there. Otep does not just have one song with a message.. All of them carry the weight of many, and she deserves the recognition for it.
Mike - 13 years ago
Ot3p and 30stm are the only two who deserve to be in the category of those listed. Ot3p is active in suicide prevention, abuse hotlines, advocate for speaking out about what you believe in, and amongst other things empowers the people to not sit idly by while politics carter to lobbyists and interest groups which only have their pocketbooks in mind. Go tribe! My respect goddess. Much
Sal - 13 years ago
metals gettin its recognition! OTEP!! F*** YOU BIEBER! now bring otep to preform live!
Jai - 13 years ago
A lamestream band will win the award, but awards mean nothing to a true Artist. If MTV had a soul, it would recognize Otep. She has already won.
Dreyvn - 13 years ago
I gotta fist full of shit for you flies to feast :]
Chad - 13 years ago
I love how virtually every comment on here is from the tribe. OTEP deserves this and more, and from the numbers she seems to be winning by about 70%. Victory is near ladies and gentleman. Art saves.
Dora - 13 years ago
This is absolutely amazing. No offence to the other contenders, but Otep all the way.
Otep Shamaya is a true artist. Anyone can sing, or write a song, but Otep uplifts and empowers people with her lyrics. She lets everyone know that it's ok to be different, not conform to the mold that society has created. Art saves.
Mark Herbert - 13 years ago
OTEP isn't about being pretty or popular. It is about taking a stand. It isn't a cute smiling face that does a message video because their handlers think it is good for business or because they saw a homeless person once or knew somebody with a drug problem. OTEP is about us, the people, the ones down on the street. For the TRIBE.
Tayloranne - 13 years ago
Ok I love otep. But I have to say that 30stm takes the cake. This is war is more then just a message about stoping war amongst countrys.
bill - 13 years ago
Just the poetry, mind blowing music, and the goddess herself says enough , OT3P SAVES and is the most deserving of this SS4L
MTV, Give the PEOPLE what they WANT!
It's clear that we want OTEP!
Cat Tea - 13 years ago
Vote for REAL, RAW music that comes from emotion & truth!
Otep doesn't preach fake sympathy.
All of her lyrics are impacting & well written.
Otep saves.
TRIBE!
low-b - 13 years ago
Otep LIVES her messages. 'nuff said.
Bloodymeli - 13 years ago
go OT3P!!
Kayle - 13 years ago
OTEP
Quill Sierce - 13 years ago
For The Tribe!! SEVAS TRA. Otep has my vote forever and always.
Liz Dunn - 13 years ago
I see we are all doing our best to support a musician we LOVE!!!! but the reality is she will probly get ripped off by some technical loophole, :( so plz be prepared for a shock, i hope i am wrong, but i've seen over the years how really Awsm kick ass bands get ripped off and not taken seriously because they arent "mainstream" its an evil corporate machine out there, i hope for the best but prepare for the worst....keep fightn the good fight
Warpig833 - 13 years ago
Otep is raw and real. All of her songs have a message of self respect, respect for others, and a "don't take any shit from an asshole" way of seeing things. Those other artists are main stream pop artists who occasionally have a watered down message to share. You could pick Otep's least favorite song and it would still have a greater message than any of those songs in that list. The TRIBE has spoken.
David Valentine - 13 years ago
If there was an artist more in line with the pulse of America and the world it must be Otep. She is picking up popularity similar to Eminem when I played his CD when I was a kid .
Matthew - 13 years ago
There is no artist up there that can even compare to Otep as far as powerful messages in their songs. Art Saves!!!!
Crooked Spoons - 13 years ago
FCK YEAH!! OTEP IN THE LEAD! By a fckin landslide!!
This is truly the power of the tribe! Otep has given a voice to those who are quiet and not listened to. Art saves.
SS4L.
We are all Perfectly Flawed!
-Ceej
Abbie Normal - 13 years ago
Otep is my hero. The music saved me from some very dark days, and every song has an important message, whether social, political, or personal issues, her voice, her roar rings true. I want to thank Otep the woman and the band for their potent spirit!
I love Otep - 13 years ago
Ms. Shamaya! It's about time!
metalheadinnc - 13 years ago
Otep by a landslide. Each and every song they create has political and societal meaning. They are thought provoking and revolutional. Just listen to tracks like Warhead, Smash the Control Machine, Rise, Rebel, Resist, Fists Fall, Drunk on the Blood of Saints, Possession, Battle Ready, Noose and Nail, Confrontation, "insert any Ot3p song here". Period. Metal is a disrespected, unappreciated, and neglected art form. In times of crisis, like we live today, Metal is the voice of the people and the voice of change. Ot3p is preaching the truth and rallying the people to action. To Quote Otep, "A nation of wolves, ruled by sheep." and "T.R.I.C. The Revolution Is Coming."
Otep all the way
Art Saves, Otep Saves! Keep voting tribe! We're almost there!
Im really happy about this category. Maybe now artists with ACTUAL lyrical and musical talent will get some recognition for once.
Otep
I love how most of the comments are from the tribe. I truly hate MTV, but at least Otep will get some recognition. Hopefully it doesnt send some of her more "socially acceptable" music to the radio...they WILL get overplayed and hurt people's eardrums in the long run. :[
Either way SEVAS TRA MOTHER FUCKER.
I am truly happy that Otep was even CONSIDERED for this! It's about damn time that she has been recognized for her message, her belief in her own words (yes they are hers... she writes them) and her love for her fans. She is incredible! She takes the time out to even stop and say hello to her fans before a performance even if she is busy! I would know first hand. She is a beautiful person inside and out! GO OTEP! TRIBE SPEAKS! SS4L!
Otep Shamaya isn't the cookie cutter type...she is the type that destroys the cookie cutter! Her message and the fact that in every lyric of every song she bears all...and gives her all is truly a beautiful work of art! Her videos and live shows are mere glimpses into the eternally deep person that is OTEP! If she does not win, I will truly have lost all respect in the music industry and the "control machine" that it has become!
SEVAS TRA
SEVAS TRA! There is no artist that portrays a stronger message in their music than Otep.
I truly am proud of all the support Otep Shamaya is getting. She isnt exactly what people perceive as "hip" or as popular as some of the other artists on this poll. I can tell you that she has more talent in her pinky finger and all of those artists combined. Her songs aren't always catchy or upbeat, but she is totally honest and unafraid to bare her soul. She is a positive role model for females around the world, and the messages in her music are always positive. I hope this is the start of something good in the music and entertainment industry. ombined. Her songs aren't always catchy or upbeat, but she is totally honest and unafraid to bare her soul. She is a positive role model for females around the world, and the messages in her music are always positive. I hope this is the start of something good in the music and entertainment industry.
Has it occurred to any of you that Otep fans are pretty much the only people who know/care about this? Or else those others WOULD be owning, sadly. There's still a lot of time left guys...
Oh, & does anyone know if this will even AIR on TV, like her going up on stage and stuff? I certainly hope it airs for a moon man. I would LOVE to see that, & be glued to the TV.
OTEP!!!!!
MTV does not know what music is. Hell they don't even play music anymore. Jersey Shore? 16&pregnant? WTF IS THAT SHIT?!? OTEP is the only real music on the list
Rise! Rebel! Resist! All Hail Otep Shamaya!
I am in awe at the results of this poll. In my mind Otep has a message in every song she writes and thus should win by far but I never imagined her totally obliterating the competition! As it should be! I find it amusing that they couldn't really pinpoint a single video or song for Otep, seeing that ALL of them have a meaning, whereas the competition does not. So in the end, do the others even deserve the title of competition? I think not...
Hail the Tribe!
And Hail the Victorious Otep Shamaya!
ha! only 2 comments about another "artist"
It truly shows how the music of Otep has so positvely affected and changed the lives of so many people.
She totally deserves to win....hands down!!!!
Tribe Strong!!
Tribe Strong!!
Otep has more meaning and deep messages in her songs and poetry than all the other contestants and ten some more combined! Art saves and so does Otep! Otep will fill your minds with her intellectual lyrics! Otep all the way! Come on Tribe let's unite to win! Knock everyone clear outa the water!
Hail OTEP and the Tribe!
This is the moment the Tribe takes over and kicks every Belieber's butt!
Since all the other nominees Music Videos are new i think they should pick OTEP's Music Video for Fist Fall, unless MTV wants to do a Tribute to OTEP and use all her videos as nominees for all those years they ignored OTEP's message!!
This really is a no contest competition. Otep has spread a message throughout all of her music AND videos. All of the messages of her "competition" she has done already. She needs no video as an example, just pick anything out of her catalog.
kehsa rihanna and justins s fans are wondering who is OTEP SHAMAYA !! SHE ROCKS !"!!!
OTEP SHAMAYA. She is strong, uncompromising, faithful... She is the leader of a movement so challenging and unique. Clearly there is a social revolution taking place and she is top on the list of leaders. Because of Otep, I have the strength to keep my voice raised and my knuckles bloody. Her empowering lyrics, such as in Perfectly Flawed, have brought me through some of the worst times of my life. When I have had no friends or family to turn to, I've had family in Otep and she Shadow Soldiers.
EVEN IF OTEP DOES NOT WIN THE AWARD, SHE [AND WE SHADOW SOLDIERS] HAVE THE SATISFACTION THAT SHE HAS BEEN HEARD AND RECOGNIZED BY THE GENERAL MASSES WHO ARE ONLY NOW BEGINNING TO SEARCH FOR A MESSAGE IN ART.
I am so excited that finally a REAL band OTEP is actually being noticed for something!!! Keep it up my fellow Tribe members!!
Otep kicks everyone else right off the list in my opinion.
Otep, without a shadow of a doubt, is a truely a symbol for art and inspiration.. All the other (and I use this term loosely) "artists" are in it for ass and money. She inspires me everyday to better myself and stand up for what I believe. Otep is my personal hero.
Otep is an amazing artist. She has been writing about important issues for years now. Otep's music has a deeper meaning than all the others combined. She inspires me now and will continue to inspire many others through her brutally honest,intelligent, and artistic music. Otep's music provides me solace in the darkest of times and I'm sure her music provides this to many of her other fans. She deserves this.
no video for Otep?? WTF
Can't believe an artist like otep is dominating a MTV award poll. Gives me hope and brings a tear to my eye. Otep is such an inspiration to me. Although her music is hard it taught me about love and acceptance. I could never thank her enough for the strength she has given me.
Otep !!! Such an advocate for great things.. its obvious she deserves this !!!
Otep. No question. She has a powerful voice and isn't afraid to speak up for her beliefs no matter what they are. Her lyrics and videos have brought powerful political and social messages to anyone willing to get past the fact that it might not be their style of music and dig into the meat of her lyrics. The political messages in Warhead and Rise Rebel Resist, raising your voice and being heard in Confrontation , standing up to bullying through the lyrics of Fists Fall, calling out society for the faults that it refuses to see in Smash the Control Machine. She has never stopped fighting for the rights of musicians, the gay/lesbian/transgender community, the survival of the Arts and she can debate and discuss any and all of these points in a very intelligent and well spoken, educated manner. Her lyrics are Poetry, her music is pure Artistic expression. There shouldn't be 1 video to win this award, it should be Otep performing a song or poetry reading she selects while a montage of her videos plays in the background. If Otep fails to win this category, she should be awarded an entirely separate award for outstanding dedication to her art and poetry and to try and open the eyes of the world to what they refuse to see in front of them. Because of all of this I am standing up, speaking out, and fighting back against the overwhelming masses of mass produced cookie cutter pop music and voting for an artist whom has never compromised her beliefs or message to go mainstream; Otep Shamaya, inspiration for hopefully many more true artists.
Tribe
Otep has been the one singer who I have clung to over the years for her powerful voice against any wrong that can be committed. Look to "Warhead" to see her political activism against our (then) dictator, George W. Bush. Take in "Perfectly Flawed" for people to understand that their bodies are how they are meant to be and you should not be ashamed. The list goes on and on, but her message stays true: Fight tyranny, love yourself, and NEVER let someone kick you when you are down (or else you'll knock in someone's teeth!).
Otep is raw emotion, naked, open, accessible to all. It's a continuing shame that mainstream music media ignore the power behind her words and the importance of her message. One day, Tribe, one day she will be heard by all.
Sevas Tra.
While I love 30 seconds, Otep is that only one who could win this, Her words and her actions are a inspirational to every one off her fans. Otep is what ART should be about!!!
No importa el video, otep es un mensaje para todos!! vamos sigan votando por ella!!!
Tribe!
Otep is great, and definitely has my support, but it's not entirely as though the other artists are terrible. I don't particularly like Jessie J's music, but I like everything that she stands for, and I think she's in the business for all the right reasons. Just because Otep is the best doesn't mean that the other artists are terrible.
Otep Shamaya is the truth in words. Her music has a messge more beautiful and inspiring to the masses. However, most are afraid of what they do not understand! For once let this be heard, and her message revealed to the world!!!! Like my home state says "Live Free or Die"!
Otep is passionate, poetic, and prideful in their music and every song has a meaning that rings out. They're true artists.
I assume I'm one of few that actually went and listened to all of these songs to form my opinion based on the question. OTEP may be a good band, but Atmosphere's message was by far the greater of all of them. I would bet that most of you disregarded some of those songs out of biased ignorance. Music shouldn't be about who is singing or playing it.. but what it says to you, hence..message. People tend to look at the messenger and devalue the words. Kudos to anyone that did not.
Art saves
Otep has always stood up against domestic violence, rape, genocide, etc. and done so in a poetic and supremely intelligent way-just look at some of her lyrics. They're mind-blowingly smart. She's always been a strong advocate for self-worth and a prime example of someone who's principals should be admired. And her contribution to the "It Gets Better" campaign earlier this year was simply the most well-spoken and profound video to come out of that series. It summed up the entire message perfectly in a neat 1 1/2 minutes. If anyone deserves to receive the award in this new category, it's Otep.
OTEP has been doing nothing but "sending a message" even before it became trendy to do so (aka, take advantage of something horrible that happened to you to pretend you care...but only if people will talk about you on TV) or it became cool to pay attention. She deserves every single bit of recognition because of this and I think the TRIBE is showing that we got her back and that we stand by her. LET'S DO THIS FOR OTEP, TRIBE! LET US NOT BE SILENT!
Otep all the way....she has shown that no matter what obstacles we face in life we all have the strength to stand up speak out and strike back....she is emotionally and mentally strong and has given so many women and men the encouragement to not let anything or anyone step on them! In many ways i feel this AMAZING woman literally saves!
OTEP WILL DEF WIN THIS!! Shes the most strong an talented women ive ever known. Her music inspires sooo many lives everyday an will continue to inspire people all over the world. People even if u dont like metal vote for Otep, shes got all the right messages for every song shes ever written!
Also for the people who dont know otep! You may not like her sound but her words are true! Everyone else on this list may feel great that they are up for another award. If otep would win this and she damn well should, She'd be the happiest and most grateful to have an award for what she exactly does send good hearted messages to those willing to listen! Every song of hers has meaning.
Come on tribe lets do this she needs to be herd! Otep saves! sevas tra! Lets do it! For otep!
"Maybe I'm a misfit, maybe I'm different
It will never be an average existence
Masochistic
So sadistic
All they see is another statistic
If I cant be loved
Then I'll be hated"
OTEP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Ot3p!!!!
I only see one artist on here, OTEP!!!
OTEP SAVES SS4L
Finally, someone worthy of recognition. TRIBE OTEP DOMINATES!! SS4L
MTV should have OTEP live to perform and finally have REAL music agai. OTEp is a true artist..
Otep. The ONLY artist listed that actually has a message. Smash the control machine! Rise, rebel, resist!
It's nice to see MTV aka Music Television recognizing MUSIC for a change. They couldn't put a specific video next to her name because EVERY SONG has a message worth listening to and not some sappy poppy love song. Otep is the only one on here that is music and art in perfect harmony. No matter my mood, there is a song by Otep to complement it perfectly. Happy, sad, angry...there is always Otep to be heard. Otep helps me EMBRACE my emotion rather than ignore it. I've never been able to see them live but its my goal in life to do so. Otep for life, love, and the downtrodden souls who have to suffer what the government tries to do! Rise Rebel Resist! And of course SMASH THE CONTROL MACHINE!!! \m/
In Otep we trust!
Otep for the win!!!
Art Saves
I like a few of these bands but Otep is by far the most deserving. They have been trying to make a difference since the very beginning and are absolutely phenomenal! Although, I highly doubt that MTV will actually take their talent into account since they aren't the normal mainstream artist(s). The greatest amount of passion and talent will most likely be overlooked again...
If Otep wins, MTV will still say it was someone else more "popular".
RIHANNA MAN DOWN #RIHANNANAVY VOTEEEEEEEEEEEEEE GUYSSS !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
RIHANNA MAN DOWN #RIHANNANAVY VOTEEEEEEEEEEEEEE GUYSSS !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Otep will always be a true inspiration
In the music industry and to the world.
"No more tears, stand up to your fears, Keep your voices raised!"
YESH!!! Otep deserves this 100 percent! She is and always has been an advocate for free thought and is an amazing activist for many important issues, not just one, and a true artist in every sense of the word!!! Her music actually has thought and genuine emotion, not just autotune regurgitated puke. Tribe, we are strong!! :) Rise,Rebel,Resist!!
SS4L
I ♥ Otep!!Art Saves!
...though I also love Rhianna's Man Down.
Otep!!!!!! \m/ (•_•) \m/
F*¢* yea baby!!!
It's about time a true artist gets recognised. Otep Shamaya for life \m/
The ONLY one who is a true activist for issues THAT MATTER........................................................OTEP SHAMAYA..................I am now a Vegetarian, Peta Street Team Member, Animal Rights Activist, Equal Rights Advocate!!!!
I am INSPIRED by her on a DAILY BASIS!
sevaS trA!!! Ot3p is a lyrical genius, everything she writes has a meaning. This should go to her hands down. She is my inspiration! Luv u Otep shamaya
I say OTEP. A real life hero! She is Loud and proud! Not afraid to make a stand and say its FUCKED up and explain herself intelligently and offer w solution or assist in creating help for victims! Because of her I am a SURVIVOR not a victim!
My HERO....OTEP SHAMAYA
OTEP is so inspiring in all her songs, she shows you can be smart (which she definitively is!) & be beautiful--& ROCK with the big boys!!
check her out on her radio show!!
http://www.blogtalkradio.com/loudmouthradio
Thanks JRiley Info Arsonist!!!!
FAN 4 L!FE Sabrina Victory Records Street Team Member-STURGIS, SD BABY~
For the Tribe and all ShadowSoldiers out there. Otep does not just have one song with a message.. All of them carry the weight of many, and she deserves the recognition for it.
Ot3p and 30stm are the only two who deserve to be in the category of those listed. Ot3p is active in suicide prevention, abuse hotlines, advocate for speaking out about what you believe in, and amongst other things empowers the people to not sit idly by while politics carter to lobbyists and interest groups which only have their pocketbooks in mind. Go tribe! My respect goddess. Much
metals gettin its recognition! OTEP!! F*** YOU BIEBER! now bring otep to preform live!
A lamestream band will win the award, but awards mean nothing to a true Artist. If MTV had a soul, it would recognize Otep. She has already won.
I gotta fist full of shit for you flies to feast :]
I love how virtually every comment on here is from the tribe. OTEP deserves this and more, and from the numbers she seems to be winning by about 70%. Victory is near ladies and gentleman. Art saves.
This is absolutely amazing. No offence to the other contenders, but Otep all the way.
OTEP!!!! Hands down!
OTEP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
OTEP! OTEP!
Tribe unite!
Otep Shamaya is a true artist. Anyone can sing, or write a song, but Otep uplifts and empowers people with her lyrics. She lets everyone know that it's ok to be different, not conform to the mold that society has created. Art saves.
OTEP isn't about being pretty or popular. It is about taking a stand. It isn't a cute smiling face that does a message video because their handlers think it is good for business or because they saw a homeless person once or knew somebody with a drug problem. OTEP is about us, the people, the ones down on the street. For the TRIBE.
Ok I love otep. But I have to say that 30stm takes the cake. This is war is more then just a message about stoping war amongst countrys.
Just the poetry, mind blowing music, and the goddess herself says enough , OT3P SAVES and is the most deserving of this SS4L
GO TRIBE!!!! OTEP ROCKS!!!!!
OTEP!
SS4L!
MTV, Give the PEOPLE what they WANT!
It's clear that we want OTEP!
Vote for REAL, RAW music that comes from emotion & truth!
Otep doesn't preach fake sympathy.
All of her lyrics are impacting & well written.
Otep saves.
TRIBE!
Otep LIVES her messages. 'nuff said.
go OT3P!!
OTEP
For The Tribe!! SEVAS TRA. Otep has my vote forever and always.
I see we are all doing our best to support a musician we LOVE!!!! but the reality is she will probly get ripped off by some technical loophole, :( so plz be prepared for a shock, i hope i am wrong, but i've seen over the years how really Awsm kick ass bands get ripped off and not taken seriously because they arent "mainstream" its an evil corporate machine out there, i hope for the best but prepare for the worst....keep fightn the good fight
Otep is raw and real. All of her songs have a message of self respect, respect for others, and a "don't take any shit from an asshole" way of seeing things. Those other artists are main stream pop artists who occasionally have a watered down message to share. You could pick Otep's least favorite song and it would still have a greater message than any of those songs in that list. The TRIBE has spoken.
If there was an artist more in line with the pulse of America and the world it must be Otep. She is picking up popularity similar to Eminem when I played his CD when I was a kid .
There is no artist up there that can even compare to Otep as far as powerful messages in their songs. Art Saves!!!!
FCK YEAH!! OTEP IN THE LEAD! By a fckin landslide!!
This is truly the power of the tribe! Otep has given a voice to those who are quiet and not listened to. Art saves.
SS4L.
We are all Perfectly Flawed!
-Ceej
Otep is my hero. The music saved me from some very dark days, and every song has an important message, whether social, political, or personal issues, her voice, her roar rings true. I want to thank Otep the woman and the band for their potent spirit!
Ms. Shamaya! It's about time!
Otep by a landslide. Each and every song they create has political and societal meaning. They are thought provoking and revolutional. Just listen to tracks like Warhead, Smash the Control Machine, Rise, Rebel, Resist, Fists Fall, Drunk on the Blood of Saints, Possession, Battle Ready, Noose and Nail, Confrontation, "insert any Ot3p song here". Period. Metal is a disrespected, unappreciated, and neglected art form. In times of crisis, like we live today, Metal is the voice of the people and the voice of change. Ot3p is preaching the truth and rallying the people to action. To Quote Otep, "A nation of wolves, ruled by sheep." and "T.R.I.C. The Revolution Is Coming."
The Revolution Is Here!