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And while that track is doing well at radio. Shaggy admits that he really wanted to release the title track first. “Lucky Day” follows the antics of Shaggy meeting a woman and explaining to her that it’s her lucky day because he’s going to fulfill her dreams. Shaggy, are you sure you’ve given up your playing days? “Yes,” he contends. “I think even with a song like ‘Lucky Day,’ men are just braggadocios. We walk around saying, i killed it.’ You ain’t killing nothing - an eight-pound baby comes out of there, you ain’t killing nothing. I look at it like this, I don’t see how a man could walk around with his head up knowing that he didn’t please that woman. That’s what a song like ‘Lucky Day’ has to do with it. The lyrics are as cocky as you can get, and I got what it takes to back it up. And after 10 million records, that’s what you need to walk out there saying.” Still, Shaggy led with “Sexy Lady." He explained that after sitting down with his label and management, that it was best for him to open up the new

record with an up-tempo track. “I just came off a 10 million records-sold success and I’m not taking that for granted. I’m not saying that programmers at radio stations are going to put Shaggy on ‘A’ list heavy rotation. I know that they’re not. I’ve never had a record that’s been that easy. So I had to go back to basics to get programmers to play my record. I’m not worried about audience reaction. I’m worried about getting the Shaggy heard. Programmers get convinced when their Summer Jam audience is going crazy singing this song when you’re performing it. And you cannot get them to do that with a song like ‘Lucky Day’ because it’s a slower record.” So who’s picking it up? Well, R&B stations, pop stations, crossover stations, and the list grows. Hey, that’s Shaggy. “I want my records to be different. I wanted to come with this element to be different. Shaggy is designed to make programmers confused,” he explained.

ENTERTAINMENT BRIEFS

Celebration of Spirit Art Exhibit The creativity of six local artists will be on display during the exhibit, “A Celebration of Spirit,” from Dec. 2 — Jan. 31, at the College Avenue Library Branch, 41 SON. College Ave. This visual montage of eclectic art celebrates the artists' spirit and the compelling instinctivity of their works. Participating artists are: Freddie Mae Brown, portraiture artist. Rodney Walker, painter (oils and acrylics). Bruce Armstrong, canvas artist (variety of media). Pamela Beavers, painter (oils, acrylics and watercolors). Jerome Neal, painter (oils). D. DelReverda Jennings, curator and sculptor. ‘Let the Good Times Roll’ The kickoff event for “Let the Good Times Roll,” an anthology of Indiana music, takes place Nov. 17 in the Fountain Square Room and Theater on 1105 Prospect. The event features a book signing by the authors from 3 to6 p.m.

and music by Cathy Morris and Monika Herzig. Other performers such as Buddy Montgomery, “Pookie” Johnson, Jimmy Coe and Art Adams will be entertaining guests from 7 to 10 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. for the concert. There will be a $10 cover charge. Sounds of Indiana Concert Series The Indiana Historical Society will hold the Sounds of Indiana Concert Series, “Canale Music,” Nov. 24 at 6:30 p.m. at the society building at 450 W. Ohio St. The Canale Quartet, the Frank Glover Duo, the Concordia Trio and Timothy Lees will perform jazz and classical music. Tickets are $15, $13 for IHS members, and $10 for students. Indianapolis Opera to present ‘Die Fiedermaus’ Jeffrey LaVar will be singing the role of Falke in the Indianapolis Opera’s production of “Die Fiedermaus” Nov. 15 at 8 p.m. and

Nov. 17 at 2 p.m. at Clowes Memorial Hall on Butler University campus. The opera, composed by Johann Strauss Jr., will be performed in English with captions projected above the stage. Tickets for the opera are on sale and range from $18 to $67 at the Clowes Memorial Hall box office, downtown at TicketCentral in the Artsgarden, and at all Tickeunaster centers or charge by phone at (317) 239-1000. One-woman show benefits Miracle Place Amy Esacove will perform in her one-woman show, “It Happened to Me” Nov. 16 at 8 p.m. at Park Tudor School Auditorium, 7200 N. College Ave. Proceeds from the show will benefit the not-for-profit Eastside Indianapolis neighborhood center for hospitality and care Miracle Place. Tickets are $50 for patrons and $30 for general audience. For more information contact Karen at (317) 299-9999 ext. 101.

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Through Nov. 22 ARIES Matters relating to health need attention. Prevention is more valuable than cure. Rest and eat well this week. Your stress will be lower by knowing that you do not have to fix a relationship that has gone sour. Feel your independence and ability to travel alone. Soul Affirmation: People love me, yes they do. Luck}' Numbers: 18, 22,40 TAURUS Use better judgment with regard to financial matters. Stop rationalizing. Money is important. Do something about the fact that you might find yourself broke more often than you wish. Continuing to deny it will delay doing something about it. Soul Affirmation: I find comfort in the familiar. Lucky Numbers: 1, 14, 19 GEMINI Move slowly concerning relationships this week. People are a little edgy and they don’t know exactly where you are coming from. Make full explanations. Don’t assume that they know what’s on your mind. Most of all, stay positive no matter what. Soul Affirmation: Clinging to the old will inhibit my growth this week. Lucky Numbers: 6, 8, 20 CANCER You can’t be right all of the time. Instead of always trying to be right, try to find the logic in other’s viewpoints whether you happen to agree or not. Endear yourself to a loved one real soon by really listening to what they have to say. Don’t be so stubborn that you deny yourself what you really want. Soul Affirmation: I will celebrate those around me. Lucky Numbers: 19, 27, 34

LEO This week is a good week to dump any extra baggage that has been pulling you down. You have too much potential to throw away and waste your time on issues that will amount to nothing. Stay focused on your goals. Meet and spend time with people who will be able to help you reach them. Soul Affirmation: The word is in me. I bring it forth. Luck} Numbers: 12, 27,44 VIRGO Your spiritual vibes will give you insight on a situation that’s been on your mind. Share your thoughts with someone close to you. Spend time with friends and family who will provide support and guidance when you make an important decision. Soul Affirmation: I enjoy looking at the road of life sweeping just in front of me. Lucky Numbers: 30, 40, 55 LIBRA Your careless ways with money are going to be apparent this week. Financial mistakes you’ve made in the past will be especially painful. Don’t conceal the pain from yourself. It is a warning that you should take steps to prevent future financial crisis. Soul Affirmation: I let my friendships guide my way. Lucky Numbers: 13, 22, 35 SCORPIO ’ Take advantage of the great weather and spend time outdoors enjoying and relaxing with Mother Nature. Learn a new sport, and spend time with family and friends. Don’t take travel matters into your own hands. Seek a professional who will be able to plan a wonderful vacation for you without breaking your bank. Cook up some goodies for your loved ones. Soul Affirmation: I change who I am by changing where I am going.

Lucky Numbers: 2, 12, 23 SAGITTARIUS Stay positive; don’t let negative people get inside your head. You know that things will work out well. Ease rapidly away from anyone who is a naysayer. During the week, things may seem hard at times but soon life will be filled with fun. Enjoy! Soul Affirmation: The slowness of my week gives me time to refresh my energy. Lucky Numbers: 15, 26, 36 CAPRICORN The bond that you established with your spiritual side works well in your relationship with a special person. Speak of the reality of the intangible qualities of life. Your lover will understand. Keep attention on the financial matters you ’ ve been dealing with. Soul Affirmation: I obey the rules this week and avoid hassles. Lucky Numbers: 1, 14, 24 AQUARIUS The link that you ’ ve established with your spiritual self will be strengthened by the people who come into your life this week. This is a week for seriousness about a relationship. Discuss your deepest thoughts with others. They’ll understand and thank you for sharing intimate parts of yourself. Soul Affirmation: Faith keeps me calm in the storms of life. Lucky Numbers: 44,49, 51 PISCES You’ve done some of your own love homework. Hopefully you've had an opportunity to learn a new way of seeing the world and in that way you’ve found a way of loving that is more natural for you. The combination of sexiness and joyful focus can create you a wonderful love experience. Soul Affirmation: I get joy from giving good things. Lucky Numbers: 11, 17, 37