Love & Hip Hop: New York (season 3)
| Love & Hip Hop: New York (season 3) | |
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| Country of origin | United States |
| No. of episodes | 14 |
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| Original network | VH1 |
| Original release | January 7 – April 1, 2013 |
The third season of the reality television series Love & Hip Hop: New York aired on VH1 from January 7, 2013 until April 1, 2013. The show was primarily filmed in New York City, New York. Its executive producers are Mona Scott-Young, Stefan Springman, Stephanie Gayle, Donell Dorsey, Vivian Gomez, Nina L. Diaz, Brad Abramson, Susan Levison and Toby Barraud.
The series chronicles the lives of several women and men in the New York area, involved in hip hop music. It consists of 14 episodes, including a two-part reunion special hosted by Mona Scott-Young.
Synopsis
| “ | New York, where it all began. To make it in this city, you always have to remember where you came from, to get to where you're going. You always have the family you're born with. What counts is the family you build. Sex is always the lure but be careful not to get trapped. Someone's always trying to make it to the top. Its staying there that means you've made it. Its always easy to say "I love you" but it means nothing without respect. So welcome back to New York. The players change but the game always stays the same. Cause it ain't all fair, in love and hip hop. | ” | |
| — Mona Scott-Young, opening monologue | |||
Cast
Main
- Yandy Smith
- Erica Mena
- Jen the Pen
- Raqi Thunda
- Winter Ramos
- Rashidah Ali
- Tahiry Jose
Supporting
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Notable guests
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Episodes
Episode numbers, titles, original air dates, and production codes are adapted from The Futon Critic.
| No. in series | No. in season | Title | Original air date | U.S. viewers (million) |
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| 21 | 1 | "The Whole Truth and Nothing But The Truth..." | January 7, 2013 | 2.59[1] |
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Exes Tahiry and Joe have some unfinished business and are trying to redefine their friendship while dealing with interference from Joe's "best friend" and trouble maker Raqi. Erica, Jen, Raqi, Winter, Rah and Tahiry are added to the opening credits, replacing departing cast members Chrissy, Emily, Somaya and Kimbella. Olivia is removed from the opening credits and demoted to a supporting cast member. This episode marks the first appearances of Tahiry, Raqi, Rah, Mendeecees and Joe Budden. Although credited, Jen does not appear. | ||||
| 22 | 2 | "Raq and a Hard Place" | January 14, 2013 | 2.20[2] |
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Joe puts Raqi in her place for stepping over the line and ends their friendship, but now he is dealing with a much greater personal problem. Jen and Cons celebrate their sons' first birthday, but argue over religious differences. This episode marks the first appearances of Jen, Consequence and Lore'l. Although credited, Yandy does not appear. | ||||
| 23 | 3 | "Family Matters" | January 21, 2013 | 1.93[3] |
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Consequence and Jen deal with the conflicting role religion plays in their relationship. Mendeecees and Yandy wonder if they are both ready to take the next step in their relationship. Although credited, Winter does not appear. | ||||
| 24 | 4 | "Life Support" | January 28, 2013 | 2.19[4] |
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Erica and Olivia meet to settle the score. Tahiry surprises Joe with a gift. Yandy and Mendeecees face a most difficult time as parents. Although credited, Winter does not appear. | ||||
| 25 | 5 | "Can't Take the Heat" | February 4, 2013 | 1.92[5] |
| Tahiry and Joe continue on their path of trying to work on friendship. Yandy gets out of the doghouse with Mendeecees by making a sexy video for his birthday. Rich reluctantly agrees to Erica doing a ballad as her first single. | ||||
| 26 | 6 | "Ain't Always About the Dollaz" | February 18, 2013 | 1.88[6] |
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Rich gives Erica an ultimatum in her career. Kaylin takes a stand regarding Joe and Tahiry's relationship, but when Tahiry sees Kaylin, it gets ugly. Cons sticks up for Jen by defending his girl. After previously appearing as a guest star, Kaylin is upgraded to a supporting cast member. Although credited, Rah does not appear. | ||||
| 27 | 7 | "Burn After Reading" | February 25, 2013 | 1.81[7] |
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Mendeecees and Maurice bury the hatchet. Rich considers the advice of people closest to him regarding his relationship with Erica. Cons and Jen interview potential babysitters for Caiden. Although credited, Raqi and Rah do not appear. | ||||
| 28 | 8 | "Closing the Book" | March 4, 2013 | 1.81[8] |
| Rich takes action and confronts Erica on her wrongdoings but she remains steadfast in proving her worth. Joe has a revelation about how he has treated Tahiry and commits to changing. Rashidah launches her new shoe line, but still can't escape negativity. | ||||
| 29 | 9 | "Redemption Song" | March 11, 2013 | 1.62[9] |
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Lore'l and Cons attempt to do a record together. Raqi and Rashidah prove their disdain for one another. Joe finally steps up to the plate and supports Tahiry in her career, but she has difficulty trusting his intentions. Rich pulls the rug out from underneath Erica. Although credited, Winter does not appear. | ||||
| 30 | 10 | "Do the Right Thing" | March 18, 2013 | 1.51[10] |
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Erica fights to get her man back the best way she knows how, but a secret is revealed to Olivia that may spice things up. Tahiry gears up for a meaningful trip and is pleasantly surprised by Joe's support. Although credited, Jen, Winter and Rah do not appear. | ||||
| 31 | 11 | "With or Without You?" | March 25, 2013 | 1.75[11] |
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Rich realizes the love triangle he has created has to come to an end. Joe accompanies Tahiry to the Dominican Republic for more than just support. Mendeecees and Yandy's family is about to embark on something that can ultimately tear them apart. This episode marks the final regular appearance of Mendeecees until the fifth season. Although credited, Erica, Winter and Rah do not appear. | ||||
| 32 | 12 | "One Day at a Time" | April 1, 2013 | 1.78[12] |
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Joe and Tahiry deal with the realizations they've made, which involves the fate of his relationship with Kaylin. Deep secrets are revealed between Rich and Erica. Yandy copes with the recent drama surrounding her family. Although credited, Winter does not appear. | ||||
| 33 | 13 | "Reunion: Part 1" | April 8, 2013 | 1.80[13] |
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The drama unfolds as the cast reunite to get into all the issues, the beef and the madness that occurred during and after the cameras rolled. This episode marks the final appearance of Winter. | ||||
| 34 | 14 | "Reunion: Part 2" | April 15, 2013 | 2.35[14] |
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The drama continues. The cast confront Jen and Cons on their racially sensitive comments. Tiffany explains her situation with Erica. Yandy gets emotional about Mendeecees. A fight breaks out between Joe and Consequence. This episode marks the final appearances of Jen, Raqi, Olivia, Consequence, Lore'l and Kaylin, as well as the final regular appearance of Rah. Although credited, Winter does not appear. | ||||
Music
Several cast members had their music featured on the show and released singles to coincide with the airing of the episodes.
| Title | Performer | Album | Episode(s) | Notes | Ref |
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| Turn Up | Consequence | single | 2, 6 | performed in rehearsal space played in studio session |
[15] |
| Driving In Reverse (feat. Paula Campbell) |
Consequence | single | 3 | played in studio session | [16] |
| Where Do I Go From Here? | Erica Mena | single | 5, 6, 7 | performed in studio session | |
| Devil (feat. Shannon Jones) |
Tahiry Jose (as Tahiry) |
single | 5, 6, 9 | performed in studio session featured in music video shoot |
[17] |
| unknown track | Lore'l | - | 6 | performed in studio session | |
| Looka Here Baby | Consequence | single | 6 | played in car scene | [18] |
| Words of a Chameleon | Joe Budden | A Loose Quarter | 6 | performed onstage | |
| Back Down to Earth | Consequence | single | 8 | background music | [19] |
| Where Do I Go From Here? | Olivia | single | 9 | performed in studio session | |
References
- ↑ "Monday's Cable Ratings: BCS National Championship Dominates for ESPN". The Futon Critic. January 9, 2013.
- ↑ "Monday's Cable Ratings: "WWE Raw" Pulls in Front Among Viewers, Demos". The Futon Critic. January 16, 2013.
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- ↑ "Monday's Cable Ratings: "WWE Raw," "Pawn Stars" Top Charts". The Futon Critic. January 30, 2013.
- ↑ "Monday's Cable Ratings: "Teen Mom 2" Tops Demos, "WWE Raw" Leads Viewers". The Futon Critic. February 6, 2013.
- ↑ "Monday's Cable Ratings: "Pawn Stars," "WWE Raw" Nab Top Spots". the Futon Critic. February 21, 2013.
- ↑ "Monday's Cable Ratings: "Pawn Stars," "WWE Raw" Top Charts". the Futon Critic. February 26, 2013.
- ↑ Bibel, Sara (March 6, 2013). "Monday Cable Ratings: 'WWE Raw' Wins Night, 'Teen Mom 2', 'Pawn Stars', 'Dallas', 'Switched at Birth', 'Being Human' & More". TV by the Numbers.
- ↑ Kondolojy, Amanda (March 12, 2013). "Monday Cable Ratings: 'Monday Night RAW' Wins Night + 'Teen Mom II', 'Pawn Stars', 'American Pickers', 'Lizard Lick Towing' & More". TV by the Numbers.
- ↑ Bibel, Sara (March 19, 2013). "Monday Cable Ratings: NBA Basketball Wins Night, 'WWE Raw', 'Bates Motel', 'Dallas', 'Being Human' & More". TV by the Numbers.
- ↑ Kondolojy, Amanda (March 26, 2013). "Monday Cable Ratings: 'Monday Night RAW' Wins Night + 'Teen Mom II', 'Bates Motel', 'Storage Wars', 'The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills' & More". TV by the Numbers.
- ↑ Bibel, Sara (April 2, 2013). "Monday Cable Ratings: 'WWE Raw' Wins Night, 'Teen Mom 2', 'Bates Motel', 'Dallas', 'Being Human', 'Love and Hip Hop' & More". TV by the Numbers.
- ↑ Kondolojy, Amanda (April 9, 2013). "Monday Cable Ratings: 'Monday Night RAW' Wins Night + 'Teen Mom 2', 'MTV Movie Sneak Peek', 'Bates Motel' & More". TV by the Numbers.
- ↑ Bibel, Sara (April 16, 2013). "Monday Cable Ratings: 'WWE Raw' Wins Night, 'Defiance', 'Bates Motel', 'Dallas', 'Teen Mom 2' & More". TV by the Numbers.
- ↑ "Consequence - Turn Up - Single". iTunes. Retrieved February 18, 2013.
- ↑ "Consequence - Driving In Reverse - Single". iTunes. Retrieved January 22, 2013.
- ↑ "Tahiry - Devil - Single". iTunes. Retrieved January 22, 2013.
- ↑ "Consequence - Looka Here Baby - Single". iTunes. Retrieved February 18, 2013.
- ↑ "Consequence - Back Down to Earth - Single". iTunes. Retrieved March 4, 2013.