Next Week on Lift Every Voice: Paula Jai Parker and Yo-Yo

Paula Jai Parker and Yo-Yo take the hot seat.

You Can't Play With My Yo-Yo - Yolanda Whittaker, famously known as Ice Cube’s protégé, Yo-Yo, is a Grammy-nominated rapper and actress from Compton. She is best known for her 1991 hit "You Can't Play With My Yo-Yo," from her debut album Make Way for the Motherlode. She's also well known for bringing femininity to the hip hop game while still maintaining her grit and edge.  (Photo:Raymond Boyd/Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images) 
Changing Roles - Moving away from being rapper Yo-Yo, Yolanda Whitaker became an actress in TV and film. She's been featured in roles in films and shows from Boyz n the Hood to Martin and many more. (Photo: Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images) 
At the Moment... - She hit  the stage in a big way was at the 2008 BET Hip Hop Awards, taking us back in time! Other legendary female rappers, like MC Lyte, The Lady of Rage and Salt-N-Pepa, also took the stage with her that night. Currently, she is known for being the founder and spokesperson for the Intelligent Black Women’s Coalition (IBWC). (Photo: Rick Diamond/Getty Images for BET)Claim to Fame - You probably recall seeing Paula Jai Parker in some of your favorite films and shows, such as Idlewild, True Blood, The Proud Family, Why Do Fools Fall in Love, Hustle & Flow, Friday, The Wayans Bros. and many more. Her acting chops range from serious to comedic, which makes her an excellent and versatile pick for directors and producers. (Photos from Left: New Line Cinema, Disney)

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You Can't Play With My Yo-Yo - Yolanda Whittaker, famously known as Ice Cube’s protégé, Yo-Yo, is a Grammy-nominated rapper and actress from Compton. She is best known for her 1991 hit "You Can't Play With My Yo-Yo," from her debut album Make Way for the Motherlode. She's also well known for bringing femininity to the hip hop game while still maintaining her grit and edge.  (Photo:Raymond Boyd/Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images) 

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