7 Reasons Idris Elba Is The Perfect Birthday Gift For You

Happy birthday, Mother! It's no secret Idris Elba is the man in your life. The screensaver on your iPhone says it all. So, telepathically Idris and I compiled this list of the top 7 reasons he was created to be your perfect birthday gift!

Idris believes the older you are the wiser you are.

Every year on your birthday Idris tells you one way you taught him to be a better man.

Idris will fight any fool on the street to protect your honor!

Idris has played a superhero, detective, Nelson Mandela, and your personal favorite a black man fighting off a thirsty white woman. He will beat down anyone trying to step to his woman and that woman is you!

Idris knows you have a soft spot for Kappas.

Rugged AND pretty. Is there a better combination? I would love to see him shimmy!

Idris has a handsome, age-appropiate friend for your daughter!

I am your daughter and I approve. Mommy/daughter double dates?

Idris gets cold when you're not with him to cuddle.

Just look at that face! He needs your body warmth! NOW!

Idris will enjoy a nice cigar while you sip your favorite wine.

He takes you to a hole-in-the-wall jazz joint. You're all dressed up, so you wonder why he would take you to such a place. Idris speaks to the owner and you are seated directly in front of the stage where Erykah Badu performs On & On as spoken word. He smokes, you sip.

Idris simply wants to dance with you.

In preparation for your birthday, Idris has been secretly taking ballroom dancing classes from a Dancing With The Stars alum. Now, he is finally ready to bust a move and dance the night away!