Ep 5. The Skin You're In
- TV-14
- April 15, 2019
- 41 min
In season 8 episode 5 of Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta, titled "The Skin You're In," viewers are taken through the lives of the ATL's most prominent female Hip Hop artists. The episode follows the women, as they face some of their toughest ups and downs in their personal and professional lives.
The episode starts with Erica and Scrappy, who finally meet up to discuss the child support issue that has been causing friction between them. After a heated discussion, things take a turn for the better as they reach an agreement. Meanwhile, Tokyo's music career begins to soar with her first-ever performance at the Atlanta Carnival.
The episode takes a different turn as we see Spice tackling the issue of colourism within her community. The dancehall queen, who is known for her striking black skin and vibrant personality, has been feeling insecure about her dark complexion. After having a candid conversation with Rasheeda, Spice decides to do a photoshoot in whiteface makeup to draw attention to the issue of colourism.
Elsewhere, Rasheeda, who has been trying to keep her marriage on track, has a heart-to-heart conversation with her husband, Kirk. The couple discusses the impact of their marriage on their kids and the issues they faced after Kirk's infidelity. This scene shows that both are still trying to deal with their past.
It's not all serious issues in this episode of Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta, as viewers watch Sierra and Karlie Redd in a girls' day out where they take some time to let their hair down, drop the drama, and shop.
The episode ends with the most dramatic scene of all: the clash between Mimi and Stevie J. The exes have an explosive argument over their daughter's career, which brings up the past and forces them to re-examine their co-parenting relationship. This scene sets the stage for the next episode and leaves viewers wanting more.
Overall, "The Skin You're In" shows that Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta is not just about hip hop music and drama; it's about real women facing real issues in their lives. The episode displays that issues such as colourism, infidelity, and single parenting are relatable to a vast audience, and hence the show's popularity.
