The hardest I ever laughed was the first time I saw the Ali G show. His ability to keep a straight face as he asks numerous stupid questions to famous and powerful people made his type of humor an art of his own. As a tribute to him, I greeted all customers by saying, “What’s up playa?” and a parting comment, “Keep it real,” to see how people would react. The interesting thing is the area of where my store is located… there isn’t much “culture.”
44+ – No Greet/No Response
18+ – Responded “Hi” or “I’m doing good, thanks”
3 – Replied with Ali G’s catchphrase “Booyakasha!”When I said, “Thanks, keep it real.”
- Highlights:
- A chubby kid thought I was talking to someone else:
Me: Sup, playa?
Chubby Kid: Who? Me?
Me: Yeah, you playa.
Chubby Kid: I’m not a player, I don’t even know any girls.”
- I had a conversation with a tall lanky white guy wearing a tank top, cheap aviator glasses, and even cheaper cologne:
Me: How’s it goin’ playa?
Lanky White Guy: I’m chillin homie
Me: Word.
Me: Would you like some help out?
Lank White Guy: Nah, I’m straight…
Me: Alright, keep it real man!
Lanky White Guy: Aight, Fo Sho! Holla back!
Me: What…?
