The Player’s At The Ball

Reverend Donnie D. Valentine – Preacher. As the OG founder of the Player’s Ball, Donnie still runs the show for the Player of the Year award, even though they’re retired from the game. This GOAT player found a new hustle in the church, but Donnie still shows up every year to honor the pimp culture and ensure their legacy lives on.

Scarlet Dynamite – Pimp. The youngest pimp ever on the POY ballot, Scarlet aims to leave a legacy her folks couldn’t touch.

Victor Valentine – Pimp. Donnie D.’s firstborn, Victor’s been gunning for POY since day one. Finally on the ballot, has Victor hustled hard enough to take the crown this year?

Blaze Johnson – Pimp. Taking over someone else’s stable and blowing up in record time, Blaze is now on the shortlist for POY. Is it Blaze’s charm or street smarts that got him there?

Sterling Silk – Pimp. Furious about not making the ballot, Silk’s plotting for next year with a bold plan and even bolder moves.

Ginger Valentine – Pimp. Raised for POY status like her siblings, Ginger’s absence from the ballot suggests her time ain’t up yet, or maybe never will be.

Biggie Dynamite – Pimp. A lifelong game supporter, Biggie never made the POY ballot. Now, Biggie’s channeling their energy into ensuring Scarlet’s success where Biggie fell short.

Diamond Joe – Pimp. Ready to cash out but not before getting what’s owed, Diamond Joe’s not about to bow out without some answers.

Foxy Vengeance – Bottom Ho. Snatched from one stable to another, Foxy’s the one to watch. Will Foxy’s move pay off or backfire?

Kai Love – Gigolo. Top earner for his pimp, Kai’s destined for greatness with Scarlet’s POY win, and Kai’s got even bigger plans after that.

Honey Money – Bottom Ho. Jumping from pimp to pimp could mean Honey’s a savvy businesswoman or a traitor in the making.

Antwon Steele – Gigolo. Dissed and dismissed, Antwon’s on the hunt for a new gig. Will Antwon fall in line or keep playing by his own rules?

Mickey Malone – Retired Pimp. Profiting from the game without playing, Mickey sold their stable for a fat check and a percentage going forward. Is Mickey loving retirement or regretting their early exit?

Frankie “The Fixer” Russo – Enforcer. Frankie’s jail time makes them Victor’s go-to muscle. But is Frankie freelancing or following orders?

Violet Valentine – Ex-Player. Following Donnie’s footsteps out of the game, Violet’s got a lucrative, law-abiding gig these days. Is Violet here solely to support her fam or does Violet intend to step back into the game?

Kitty Kat – Blaze’s Boo. Kitty enjoys the game’s perks without the work – but that kind of mooching rarely ends well.

Senator Snap – Politician. A member of Donnie’s church here supporting the community, but maybe with a side agenda of their own.

Smooth Dogg – Rapper. Former POY, now in the big leagues of music. Smooth’s making bank and spitting rhymes about the game that can’t be beat. Or can they?

MC Bling – Music Producer. Mixing beats that tell street stories, MC produces music that is all about telling street truths…and just hopes they don’t get caught in the crossfire.

Ryker Gold – Music Mogul. Looking to sign and develop street talent for profit, Ryker speaks with money and can’t stand to be double-crossed. Who’s Who At The Player’s Ball

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Player’s Ball 411

• “The Players Ball” is an annual celebration party attended by pimps and members of the general community who support such an event.

• The yearly gala glorifies various aspects of pimp culture, and often includes elaborate clothing attire, music, drinking, and dancing.

• It is often held at hotels or nightclubs and is attended by anywhere from 50-500 people.

• One main aspect of The Players Ball is an Awards Ceremony, where pimps are given trophies and awards for various coveted titles such as “No.1 International Pimp of the Year,” or “No. 1 Super Player.” The criteria for these titles usually relates to levels of annual income from pimping.

• The Players Ball has been both embraced and promoted by popular culture, receiving celebrity endorsement and attendance, blatant public advertisement through local radio stations, and corporate sponsorship. Some events have even been endorsed by local Mayors. Pimp N’ Ho parties have also proliferated on college campuses, emulating events such as The Players Ball.

• Celebrities that have allegedly been linked to The Players Ball in the past include rappers such as Snoop Dogg, Flavor Flav, Digital Underground, and Cypress Hill.

History of the Player’s Ball

• The general lore surrounding “The Players Ball” is that it is a tradition started in Chicago in November 1974 to honor the birthday of Don Juan, who is now one of the nation’s most prominent and well-known pimps.

• For numerous years, The Players Ball was held informally in Chicago, but soon began to be replicated in large urban areas throughout the country.

• Although The Players Ball is ostensibly a tradition of over 30 years, it has risen in popularity and hype over the past 15 years since the early 1990’s. Bishop Don Juan is known to consistently attend many of The Players Balls around the country.

Player’s Ball – where is it now?

• Currently, The Players Ball is a thriving tradition that occurs annually in many large cities such as Chicago, IL; Washington, DC; New York City; NY; Miami, FL; San Diego, CA; Los Angeles, CA; Las Vegas, NV; Atlanta, GA; Houston, TX; Detroit, MI; and St. Louis, MO.

• Smaller outgrowths of The Players Ball are also held in other small to mid-sized cities such as Baltimore, MD AND Tuskegee, AL.

• Local Players Balls are organized by local pimps in each local area. For example, the Washington, DC Players Ball is generally considered to be held in honor of “Pimp Ju Ju’s” birthday, and Ju Ju is alleged to play a role in organizing the event. There are also elements of national coordination.

• There are also rumors of other coordinated events such as the Players Rendezvous, Players Picnics, and Players Cruises.

Street Speak: How to Talk Like a True Player

Check out this Glossary that includes key pimpin’ phrases and street vocab to use at the Player’s Ball

Key phrases to live by in the pimpin’ world.

• Game recognize game.
• Pimpin’ Ain’t Easy.
• Green is for the money, gold is for the honey
• Stay Fly, Never Lie, and Always Multiply
• Stack Paper, Not Drama
• Stay Dripped in Sauce, Not Caught in a Loss
• A True Pimp Knows How to Keep It Cool
• Always Be Closing, Never Be Exposing
• Pimpin’ Is an Art, Not a Crime
• Roll with the Winners, Shine Like the Sinners

   

Pimp Code: 

1) Street corners are sacred, and must be observed.

2) Pimps poaching from other stables owe dowry for new workers.

3) Snitchin’ is foul play on the streets, and should be served accordingly.

4) When trading up, hoes and gigolos must pay an exit fee to their pimp.

5) A clean break from their pimp is needed before hoes and/or gigolos can start their own stable.

6) If you’ve got a family, put ‘em above all else. They’re your legacy.

Pimpin’ ain’t for the weak. Respect the hustle and the players in it.

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How To Be A Player:

You wanna shine like a boss at the Player’s Ball? Follow these dope guidelines, and you’ll be the flyest cat in the joint:

Flex Your Threads: You gotta dress to kill, homie. Rock that velvet blazer, ice out with some bling, and step in with kicks that blind. In the Player’s Ball, you gotta go big or go home!

Talk the Talk: Get your slang game tight. Throw around phrases like “Mack Daddy,” “Pimpin’ ain’t easy,” and “Keep it 100” to show you ain’t no rookie.

Confidence is King: Strut in with that gangsta lean, keep your head up high, and let ’em know you’re the real deal. A true player believes in their own hype.

Slick Conversations: Charm ’em with your smooth talk. Keep ’em laughing, drop some compliments, and never let the convo run dry. A player knows how to keep it interesting.

Groove with Style: When you hit that dance floor, make sure your moves are as slick as your outfit. Whether it’s a smooth glide or a gangsta boogie, show ’em how it’s done.

Keep It Cool: A real G never sweats it. Stay calm and collected, even when the party’s lit. You’re the definition of cool, remember that.

Respect the Hustle: Show love to your fellow players and guests. A true player knows the game is all about respect and networking.

So there you go, future MVP of the Ball! Stick to these rules, and you’ll be turning heads all night. Time to show up, show out, and most importantly, have a blast!

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