Renowned in the R&B music realm, Jaire Woods, also known as "Jaja Slidin'," commands respect as a top-tier producer and songwriter, boasting multiple GRAMMY Awards and spearheading the thriving record label, Chosen 4 Eternity Records (C4E). His journey is a testament to overcoming obstacles, navigating daily challenges exacerbated by his ADHD, compounded by the complexities of being a Black transgender male. Despite the burnout from his demanding life, Jaire seeks change, finding solace in the idea of forming a band with his talented college buddies. However, their enthusiasm is marred by one dilemma: no one wants to step up as the lead vocalist. Enter Alaia Mondesir.
Born in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, but raised in the vibrant streets of New Orleans since the age of three, Alaia's American dream revolves around becoming a celebrated R&B sensation. Unfazed by naysayers, from classmates to her own parents, Alaia's infectious humor and captivating charm have garnered her a substantial following on TikTok and Instagram. Yet, despite her online success, Alaia's musical aspirations struggle to take flight. Following a heart-wrenching breakup with her ex-fiancée, Alaia fully commits to her dream, relocating to the pulsating heart of Los Angeles, where she finds refuge with her vivacious news anchor cousin, Amor. Three months into her LA adventure, Alaia is on the brink of an unexpected, life-altering opportunity.
"velvet paradise" details the genesis of a Black and queer band. During their journey, they learn more about one another and their histories. Secrets get revealed. Drama transpires. Amidst everything, everlasting kinships, and an unshakable love forms.
...come with us inside our velvet paradise
Rankings achieved:
#1 in Transman
#3 in FTM
#6 in risetofame
Have you ever looked up to the night sky and wished you weren't alive anymore? Have you tried to list reasons to keep fighting, but not come up with any? When you did, how did you survive?
Sixteen years earlier, the Borrelli family had their sixth child. A lovely daughter after five sons, who adored her more, than anything. Serena Borrelli didn't get to live in the mansion of her dreams for long, before her mother grabbed her, and brought her along to a life filled with pain and memories they prayed to forget, but never could.
Eli has to learn to live for the first time in their life, and maybe, just maybe, they'll learn to love it.
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Trigger Warnings!!!
-cursing
-homophobia
-transphobia
-slurs
-physical abuse
-mental abuse
-sexual abuse
-alcohol
-drugs
-self-harm
-legit everything
-bad writing
Rated mature for the triggers.