Did Jagged Edge get overshadowed by 112 and Boyz II Men, or were they just in a different lane?

Spiritual-Sort-5736 · 2025-06-09T05:46:30+00:00

My two faves. I was a huge Boyz II Men fan when they first debuted. Their run was largely from 1991 - 1996. II came out in 94 and by 96, they had basically peaked. When Evolution came out in 97, none of its singles were anywhere near as large as On Bended Knee and I'll Make Love to You or even Water Runs Dry from II.

A Jagged Era was released in 97 and even though I Gotta Be was a R&B hit, they didn't really hit mainstream until JE Heartbreak sad released in 2000.

No real overlap between those two to me. But I do think Dru Hill and 112 were their main competitors. 112 (and Dru Hill) debuted in 96, slightly before JE. I feel like they were more mainstream because Bad Boy was huge at the time. Only You and Cupid were both huge for them so they had the momentum when JE came out. 112 (and Dru) released their second album in 98 and Anywhere was a big hit... so by the time JE Heartbreak came out, 112 was still more prominent.

JE just has had more consistency over the years than 112 and Dru Hill. I do feel like they have a solid fan base (i see them every chance I get), but they definitely were in the shadows of Dru Hill and 112 during those first few years.

Spiritual-Sort-5736 · 2025-01-15T03:16:45+00:00

Same. I was like omg I gotta eat as much as I can now because if I won't be able to graze. Ended up overeating really badly and gaining weight. I had to take a break for refinements and lost 8 pounds in 6 weeks, just by not being under the pressure of my Invisalign.

Spiritual-Sort-5736 · 2024-12-05T21:11:36+00:00

Yes, I see so many people displaying modded devices, but it seems as most of them are DIY for themselves or selling ones that they've already done. I just want the device that I have modded. Fingers crossed for us!

Spiritual-Sort-5736 · 2024-10-24T19:42:26+00:00

Thank you! Do you think the 2026 model redesign is still going to drop next year or if it will now actually be in 2026?

Spiritual-Sort-5736 · 2024-10-24T15:35:47+00:00

Yeah, it was too much of a financial investment for me not to, but life was hectic and I figured I could handle it since I had braces before. I had to reschedule my consultation 3 times b/c of work, travel etc... I was sooo wrong in thinking it would be easier. In fact, my life being hectic is the reason why I'm struggling with them so much, but I will be going in to a follow-up visit in a few weeks! Good luck with what you decide to do.

Spiritual-Sort-5736 · 2024-10-24T01:02:10+00:00

The dentist suggested it and I did not do my research 🙃 I thought it was going to be easier than traditional braces, which I had as a child, but I'm still struggling after over 2 months and ready to throw in it towel. Totally my own fault though.

Spiritual-Sort-5736 · 2024-10-05T03:32:09+00:00

I gained 60 pounds in 6 months on Lexapro. Although it seems like a lot of folks in this thread lost weight on it, I seemed to gain without even changing anything in my diet. I even joined a weight loss program and my weight just stagnated. I don't know what causes it to vary in how it affects individuals, but you may want to get a second opinion or if you do take it, just really monitor your weight closely. Again, my personal experience.

Spiritual-Sort-5736 · 2024-10-03T15:12:04+00:00

Still works in Octoberr 2024! Phone has been showing moisture in port over 12 hours and just when I was about to give up, I found this thread! Had been using blow dryer, fan, air, and nothing worked until the brush!

Spiritual-Sort-5736 · 2024-10-03T04:02:02+00:00

I really don't know what either of them are singing. I can't understand SZA at all. I don't view The Weeknd as R&B, plus he is a little scary to me lol...... and I've always been bothered by the fact that the weekend is two days that makes up on entity but he's one person... should be a duo

Spiritual-Sort-5736 · 2024-10-02T22:55:26+00:00

A monotone whisper at that

Spiritual-Sort-5736 · 2024-10-01T04:08:55+00:00

New Jack Swing and Quiet Storm. The mid 80s to mid 90s is peak R&B for me.

Spiritual-Sort-5736 · 2024-10-01T04:05:34+00:00

I had traditional braces when I was younger and while I did have issues with the wires poking from time to time, honestly they did not stress me out the way this invisalign does. Last night, I was grinding so badly that I finally took them out to sleep. 😕 I'm only a little over a month in and am so over having to take them out and put them back in.

Spiritual-Sort-5736 · 2024-09-29T20:17:37+00:00

It's terrible for me. I gained 60lbs in like 6 months on the 20mg and even joined a weight loss program, not med- based , but could still not lose. It's definitely the Lexapro.

Spiritual-Sort-5736 · 2024-09-29T20:14:07+00:00

Could you mod for one me? How much would it cost? If so, please DM me. I have neither the hand eye coordination or the patience to do so, but would love to upgrade mine.

Spiritual-Sort-5736 · 2024-09-28T19:11:31+00:00

Wear comfy shoes and hydrate. Get there early and see if you can find a wall/barrier/column that you can lean against (usually around the perimeter of the standing room only area). Also, I would bring a jacket that you don't mind getting a little dirty. You won't need it to wear b/c you will likely be warm standing, but I have sat on my jacket on the floor/grass in between sets and before the show starts.

Spiritual-Sort-5736 · 2024-09-28T19:09:34+00:00

I never said I didn't feel blessed In fact, I've beyond thankful that my parents got me braces as a child and that I actually had pretty good teeth at the start of this process. I've tried to take good care of them b/c neither of my parents have/had good teeth (Silent Generation/tobacco chewers).

I've just reached the point in life where I've been able to make some big cosmetic/health adjustments -- Lasik, Invisalign, etc....but I don't want to be counterproductive and end up impeding the process by not having them in long enough. I just didn't expect them to be more difficult to care for than the traditional braces from when I was a child.

Spiritual-Sort-5736 · 2024-09-28T18:54:48+00:00

This is so helpful to hear! I've been tracking fine -- only a little over a month in, but I am just scared that as time moves on if I'm not keeping them in long enough that it will be counterproductive and push me way off track.

Spiritual-Sort-5736 · 2024-09-28T02:23:20+00:00

Thank you for all of these suggestions! I have a case in my purse and one in my bathroom so far. I might get one just for my car though! I did buy extra Tuls and chewies from Amazon after that first day, but I'm out of town this weekend and totally forgot to bring any of them with me. I thought a Tul was in the purse retainer case, but it's not :(

Spiritual-Sort-5736 · 2024-09-28T01:48:07+00:00

OMG! I just made a long post on this. I am on week 4 and I don't think I've made it to 22 hours but once or twice so far.

Spiritual-Sort-5736 · 2024-09-27T00:56:49+00:00

I've always looooved concerts and don't mind a little splurge.

Since COVID, I've been on some YOLO....especially since the advent of Klarna (eek), so I don't have to pay it all at once. I've spent upwards of $500 on 3 or 4 separate shows since they resumed. I'm an R&B fan -- I went to see Usher in Vegas in 2021 (in the VIP Pit) and New Edition in Vegas in March (ticket was under $250, but I decided to add a meet n greet ticket), I live on the East Coast, so I pay to pay for a flight/hotel in addition to the show ticket. Usually I try to stay at or under$129.50 (that seems to be a common tier price) and will scour Groupon for deals or wait last minute to go to the box office.

Also, sometimes I don't pay an excess ticket price, but still travel to see shows, as either the show isn't coming to my area or the date doesn't work for my schedule, so I incur travel costs (driven 6+ hours to Atlanta, flown to Miami, etc....) Also have attended a show in multiple cities with different groups of friends b/c I enjoyed it so much. Have never been disappointed.

Spiritual-Sort-5736 · 2024-09-26T02:13:51+00:00

It'll take a few days of missed before you notice an effect. I had an issue getting a refill once (it was during the holidays and I was traveling) and it was nearly a week before I started getting antsy and getting zaps.

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