LL Cool J: Dropping the Badge, But Not the Mic – What's Next for the NCIS: LA OG?
He gave us chills with "Mama Said Knock You Out," and stole our hearts as Sam Hanna in NCIS: Los Angeles. But with the curtain falling on NCIS: LA after 14 seasons, what's next for the king of cool himself, LL Cool J?
Fear not, fellow fans! Because while LL may be trading in his badge for something a little less detective-y, there's no way this multi-talented icon is fading into obscurity. Here's a look at the many exciting possibilities for what the future holds for LL Cool J:
1. Back to the Boombox: A Musical Renaissance?
Let's face it, it's been a while since we've heard a new LL Cool J album. Exit 13 dropped in 2008, which practically makes it a museum artifact in today's fast-paced music scene. But with the weight of NCIS: LA lifted from his shoulders, could LL be ready to bless us with a new dose of lyrical genius? Imagine it: LL returning to the studio, dropping rhymes so hot they'd make even Gibbs (cough Mark Harmon cough) sweat. A collaboration with a new wave of rappers? A full-on return to the classics? The possibilities are endless, and our ears are already twitching with anticipation.
2. Hollywood Calling: Lights, Camera, Action (Again)!
LL Cool J has already graced the silver screen in films like "In Too Deep" and "S.W.A.T.," so a return to acting seems like a natural fit. Maybe he'll trade chasing criminals for chasing awards? A hilarious buddy cop comedy with Samuel L. Jackson? A tear-jerking drama that proves he's more than just muscles and rhymes? Honestly, at this point, we'd watch LL Cool J read the phone book and be entertained.
3. Reality TV: The G.O.A.T. Gets Real?
Let's be real, reality TV can be a goldmine. Who wouldn't want to see LL Cool J navigate the trials and tribulations of everyday life, with a healthy dose of humor thrown in? We could call it "LL Cool J's Guide to Cool: From barbecuing to fixing a leaky faucet, the G.O.A.T. shows you how to do it all with style." Think Martha Stewart with a dash of hip-hop swagger – pure ratings gold!
4. Retirement? Living the Lavish Life? (We Doubt It!)
Sure, LL Cool J has worked hard and deserves a well-earned break. Maybe he'll spend his days chilling on a beach somewhere, sipping margaritas and writing the occasional haiku. But knowing LL's boundless energy, that scenario seems unlikely. This is a man who isn't content to just sit around. We expect him to do something unexpected, something awesome, something that will leave us saying, "Yo, LL Cool J, that's just too cool!"
One thing's for sure, whatever LL Cool J decides to do next, it's bound to be entertaining. So, stay tuned, folks, because the future is looking mighty LL Cool J!**
