“Reflecting on the world’s latest infatuation with wide hips and pumped up backsides I’ve decided to take the time to honour some of my favourite BBW muses of the past, present and future. These full figured sex sirens have made waves in the music, art and fashion world without fitting into a sample size. Even Drake confesses, “I like my girls BBW, yeah, type to wanna suck you fry and then eat some lunch with you” and if that isn’t the perfect equation for a companion I have no idea what is. Neither talent or beauty have a set weight limit so get into these talented curvy women.” – Cakes Da Killa.

Missy Elliott – “She’s A Bitch”

“If we’re talking about innovation in music Missy Elliott is always the centre of the conversation for me. With her finger waves, jaw dropping visuals and daring individuality Missy is just the one.”

Beth Ditto of The Gossip – “Love Long Distance” 

“One of my favourite voices of all time, Beth Ditto is a true BBW icon. From nude spreads in high fashion magazine to amazing live shows around the world Beth stays true to herself and shines from the inside out.”

“A vocal powerhouse, Kelly Price has sang circles around your personal fav in her sleep. This track is from her 2000 album Mirror Mirror and is a BBW anthem all about those men who can’t handle the benefits of dating a BBW.”

Contessa Stuto – “Killing in Vain”

“Brooklyn nightlife royalty, performance artist, social media maven and trap metal goddess Contessa Stuto is thee BBW of the NYC underground, no questions asked.”

“Iconic blues singer and songwriter, Big Mama Thorton was a forced to be reckoned with. Popularising songs like “Hound Dog” and even penning classics like “Ball & Chain” Thorton didn’t also receive her just desserts when other artist stole her swag.”

Mama Cass Elliot of The Mama’s & The Papa’s – “Monday Monday”

Two Tons of Fun (Sylvester) – “Dance Disco Heat”

“Together Martha Wash and Izora Armstead were the amazing duo Two Tons of Fun. They went on to gain their own hit in the 80’s with “Raining Men” as the Weather Girls. I always loved when they accompanied disco legend Sylvester.”

Lecresia Campbell – “Lonely Old Women”

“If we’re talking about vocal annihilation we are talking about Lecresia Campbell. Her voice gives me chills and this performance from the musical “Mr. Right Now” is effortless and an example of black excellence.”

Carnie Wilson of Wilson Phillips – “Hold On”

“Carnie Wilson plays too much in this video! She’s literally sitting on a beach, in a pant suit, next to 2 skinny women – iconic!”

Cakes explains “the video was inspired by classic psychological horror genres, in particular Vertigo and The Shining. It’s about experiencing that emotional limbo when you’re on the receiving end of unclear messages or mind games. Here Cakes is caught in a moment in time on replay, that space between excitement and frustration.  It’s a relatable, but perhaps too frequent phenomenon that we’ve all experienced at one time or another from people that catch our interest.  In the end they become your ghost.”

What’s the story behind the song? The asshole who broke your heart? 

“Mixed Messages” is all about a situation where someone was leading me on and there really wasn’t any real reason why. Like, he would leave kissy faces on my selfies or gush over how plump my lips are and completely had me going crazy. It was one of those situations where I was dealing with a very flirtatious persona and when we meet there was a very weird disconnect and I felt so stupid. We cool now though.

Do you play into dating games? 

Not at all. Games are no fun! I’m the type to pull a man into a bathroom stall or make out with a bartender real quick. I’ve always felt like if someone is coming at me on level 6 he’s going to get a 10 in return in regards to the steaminess of the situation. I’m learning how to take my time now, but before I wasn’t taking anyone seriously. The mind games and emotional scarring is still a major turn off.
 
Do you have any rules for communicating with dates? 

I’m a very direct and honest person. That draws people in but after a while I feel like it can be overwhelming for the weak. I try to make my boo of the moment feel like he can be just as open with me about things but men are always trying to pull the wool over my eyes. I guess I’m too good at playing the whole damsel in distress role and they forget that I’m still a man who can smell game from a mile away.

What’s the best way to turn someone down via text? 

“I had Mexican for lunch.”

Best emoji for picking them up? 

I’m all about the tongue emoji.

You’re on the road a lot-how do you keep up with relationships? 

I’m still trying to get that balance down pack. I think as long as everyone is on the same page with the landscape of your budding love affair the distance shouldn’t be a problem. For friends, they know I have to pay my bills so they don’t care.

This NYC winter was horrid. What are you most looking forward to wearing this spring? 

These sandals I just ordered from Dr. Martens and some denim coochie cutters.

What are your trend predictions for next year? 

Not really into forecasting but I think people should really work on not looking like the other 30 people on the L train. I mean, I would be able to tell them apart a lot better when they reintroduce themselves to me at parties for the 8th time.

Can you give us something to look forward to? 

Working on my debut album and it’s going to be so yummy!

Cakes da Killa’s EP #IMF is available to buy now.

Words: Tea Hacic-Vlahovic