How much do u girlies pay for Braids????

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The video taps into a common discussion within the black community about the cost of protective hairstyles and addresses a perceived microaggression or insensitive questioning, resonating with viewers who share similar experiences or concerns.

Summary

The creator responds to a video asking how much black girls pay for braids, expressing disapproval of the original poster's tone and perceived insincerity. She suggests the original poster's question comes from a place of performative curiosity rather than genuine interest.

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1Question about braid prices
2Creator expresses dislike for the tone
3Creator questions the sincerity of the original poster
4Creator suggests the original poster's tone is performative

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How much do u girlies pay for Braids????

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How much do u girlies pay for Braids???? How much do black girls pay for braids? I don't like the tone of this video at all. And I know that this video is going to go viral, but I don't even think she's coming from a place of genuine curiosity. Somebody who grew up with a lot of white people, the tone that she has is so off. It's so obvious what she's trying to do. And I don't even think she's coming from a place of genuine curiosity. Somebody who grew up with a lot of white people, the tone that she has is so off. Like, it's so obvious what she's trying to do.