Lyrical Geniuses Xposed - Hip-Hop Is NOT Dead!

Today, I wanted to take this time to appreciate, and evaluate a few lyrical geniuses of hip-hop. Lovers of this genre know, the lyrics in these songs are just as important as the beat. I don’t know about you guys, but when I turn up the volume on a hip-hop track, I tend to focus more on the lyrics, than the beat. Of course, as I said, the beat is just as important. Lyrics, and the beat make the perfect marriage.

I wanted to present you with some of the best verses from our favourite rappers – 2pac, Eminem, Ferrari F Fiddy, DMX.

The first verse comes from the legendary Tupac Shakur, from ‘Keep Ya Head Up released in January 1993 from Strictly 4 My N**** album.

“Since we all came from a woman
Got our name from a woman and our game from a woman
I wonder why we take from our women
Why we rape our women, do we hate our women?
I think it's time to kill for our women
Time to heal our women, be real to our women
And if we don't we'll have a race of babies
That will hate the ladies that make the babies
And since a man can't make one
He has no right to tell a woman when and where to create one so will the real men get up
I know you're fed up ladies, but keep your head up”

The next verse comes from Eminem’s ‘Till I Collapse’ taken from his 2003 album 'The Eminem Show':

“Soon as a verse starts I eat it at MC's heart
what is he thinking? How not to go against me? Smart.
And its absurd how people hang on every word.
I'll probably never get the props I feel I ever deserve
But I'll never be served my spot is forever reserved
If I ever leave earth that would be the death of me first.
Cause in my heart of hearts I know nothing could ever be worse.
That's why I'm clever when I put together every verse
My thoughts are sporadic, I act like I'm an addict
I rap like I'm addicted to smack like I'm Kim Mathers.
But I don't want to go forth and back in constant battles
The fact is I would rather sit back and bomb some rappers.
So this is like a full blown attack I'm launching at them
The track is on some battling raps who want some static
Cause I don't really think that the fact that I'm Slim matters
A plaque of platinum status is whack if I'm not the baddest.”


Up next is DMX with Trina Moe From ‘The Greatest Depression' Album released November 2001.


“It's Dark and Hell is Hot, Flesh of my Flesh, Blood of my Blood
And Then There Was X
Got n***** like what's next and then
Hit 'em again, you cats aint never gon' win
I was here before most of y'all careers were born
I'll be here when y'all careers are gone, still strong
Difference between right and wrong is me
Niggas talk shit, but you can't MC
we already know how much your watch is worth
talk about, helpin the hurt, savin the church
won't you brag about helpin out where you come from
and give brothers a job that really want one
gotta think about that shit you said, you don't mean it
I done listened to that shit you said, but I done seen it
most of you cats is type funny
but when it comes time to feed the hungry, gon get type ugly”

‘Get Rich Or Die Tryin’ 2002 – Many Men from G-Unit soldier 50 Cent

“Some days wouldn't be special, if it wasn't for rain
Joy wouldn't feel so good, if it wasn't for pain
Death gotta be easy, 'cause life is hard
It'll leave you physically, mentally, and emotionally scarred
This if for my n***** on the block, twisting trees and cigars
For the n***** on lock, doing life behind bars
I don't see only God can judge me, 'cause I see things clear
Quick these crackers will give my black ass a hundred years
I'm like Paulie in Goodfellas, you can call me the Don
Like Malcolm by any means, with my gun in my palm
Slim switched sides on me, let n***** ride on me
I thought we was cool, why you want me to die homie?”

That’s It for now! Obviously there are so many other verses that deserve a place in this article, but this is my opinion. What do you think? Do you agree? – Just remember Hip-Hop is not Dead!

Kings Of Cash - Hip-Hop's Richest Listed

Yes I know, it’s been a while since my last post, but now I’m back. Today, I want to introduce you to the wealthiest hip-hop artists of today. Whether you love it or hate it, it doesn’t matter, because hip-hop is everywhere you turn. It’s because of these artists, who I’m going to highlight now that made hip-hop what it is today. So let’s get to it than shall we? Here are my top five richest artists in hip-hop.

Coming in at #5 Bryan ‘Birdman’ Williams $100 million – co-founder of Cash Money Records (Grammy Nominee US rapper) who has collaborated with Lil Wayne, Young Jeezy, and Rick Ross.

#4 Curtis Jackson aka 50 Cent $100 million - G Unit le ader, with four solo albums to date and a new album set to release later this year.

#3 Dr. Dre $125 million- the ultimate hip-hop producer/rapper of all time is getting ready to release his long awaited studio album Detox.

#2 Jay – Z $450 million – the ‘Big Pimpin’ rapper and Roca – Fella boss is almost the king of cash.

#1 P.Diddy - $475 million – it’s no surprise, Diddy gets money from all over the place, from music to frequencies and fashion.

So, what do you think? Was the list what you expected or did it surprise you?

Dr. Dre I Need A Doctor -Reviewed

The super-heroes of rap are back, Dr. Dre released his music video for his next single 'I Need A Doctor' Dr.Dre, featuring his rap sidekick Eminem, the video got its world premiere earlier this week.

'I Need A Doctor’ is the second single from Dre’s long awaited album Detox. This heart-felt and moving track expresses the emotional, and strong connection between the two rap tycoons.

This amazing song deserves an amazing video, and that’s what it delivers. ‘I Need A Doctor,’ portrays the rise, and fall of one of the greatest hip-hop/rap producers of all time. The connotation of this video is out there, right in front of you, it suggests that Eminem gave Dre the strength to go on, and inspired Dre to continue in this rap game. When everyone turned their back on him, Em was the only one there.

The Detox track begins with a date (February 18th 2001) this date holds some relevance, but I still haven’t figured out what the significance is yet. Dre is sitting on a rock, watching the view, meanwhile, he reminisces on his life. We see short and meaningful clips of Dre, his family, and his early days of NWA.

Later, we see Dre driving at high speed in a sports car that matches his charisma. It crashes, turns up in the air, and violently hits the concrete floor. Dre is in what looks like an oxygen chamber, with Eminem watching over him, and Skylar Grey above in a ghostly presence.

As the video goes on, we see Dre slowly coming back to life. While Em spits his verse, Dre builds up the energy to go on with his life. This suggests how they both motivate each other to be the best they can be. ‘I Need A Doctor,’ cleverly demonstrate the true factor of life and death, along with true friendship.

To check out the full video, don’t delay, watch the world premiere on Youtube and drdre.com to capture the true meaning of life and friendship.

Celebrity Survivors -Cancer K.O.'d

Following my review of The Big C, I wanted to write a new post on celebrities who have survived their battle with cancer.

Here is a list of celebrity cancer survivors:

Kylie Minogue: Australian superstar diva who has battled with breast cancer, came out of the other side stronger then before. Her fight with cancer inspired others particular young women with an earlier diagnosis.

Lance Armstrong: A professional US road-racing cyclist, who was diagnosed with testicular cancer in 1998. The doctors expected Armstrong to have a 2% survival chance as the cancer spread to his vital organs.

Steve Jobs : CEO of Apple Inc. diagnosed with pancreatic cancer six years ago. He was once the ex chief executive of Disney’s Pixar. Due to his diagnosis, Jobs recently announced a leave of absence; he is now working from home.

Olivia Newton John: The face of the musical classic Greese, and the singer of ‘Let’s Get Physical’ was detected with breast cancer in 1992. She is now a dedicated donator to breast cancer charities.

The Big C - Reviewed

What can I say about The Big C? It’s a breath of fresh air for people, who are fighting the same battle every single day of their lives. The best way to describe The Big C to someone who’s never seen it, it’s an uplifting comedy on a subject that isn’t always comfortably approached and discussed. However, with this in consideration, it was very well handled. The Big C, creator Darlene Hunt, tells the story of a woman, who’s separated from her husband. A mother of a teenage boy has recently been diagnosed with breast cancer.

Kathy, just like any cancer patient, who struggles to pass on the news of her diagnoses to her loved ones. However, despite the obstacles that she faces, Kathy still manages to look on the bright side of life.

It’s evident Kathy, is a loving mother as she tries to fulfil her son’s wishes by building a swimming pool in the garden. Her relationship with her son, seems to be a light-hearted one, as he regularly plays jokes on his mother. This is possibly to test, and measure how much of a loving mother son relationship they hold.

The one thing, that stood out to me the most is possibly the women’s strength in her battle with cancer. This does nothing, but inspire anyone going down the same road.

The Big C, elegantly portrays the rise and fall of cancer patients, and lets viewers know that they’re not alone and help is out there at all times.

As The Big C is a light-hearted comedy drama, creator Darlene Hunt, brings you a carefully, and cleverly thought out storyline. Which has no choice, but to demonstrate a positive outlook on an illness such as cancer.

50 Cent Is Almost Ready To Cast Black Magic

Remember in one of my previous posts, I was talking about 50 Cent releasing Black Magic his upcoming, and most anticipated album? Well, brace yourselves, because I have some news.

Fiddy will be casting ‘Black Magic’ on his fans, and hip-hop lovers alike this summer.

The ‘I Get It In’ rapper told MTV, he wants his soon to be released album, to have the same vibe as his debut release ‘Get Rich Or Die Tryin’’.

The multi-platinum rapper told the world, that he’s in the studio with Eminem, working on Black Magic that is 50% complete, which he hopes to drop later this year.

To recapture the same vibe, and aggression from his first album, 50 went back in time, and replayed the album that bought him success. It was then, he realised that the material had extreme aggression.

Get ready for 50 Cent to cast his ‘Black Magic’ on you, as it hits the store shelves this summer!

You're F*ckin' Perfect!

Let’s all ‘Raise A Glass,’ to rock diva Pink, as she breaks her silence, with her single F*ckin’ Perfect. A song that can easily be considered, everyone’s best friend, When they see the wrong reflection in the mirror, and fail to realise, they are in fact, perfect the way they are.

This powerful song, delivers messages that everyone would like to hear, when you have nowhere else to turn, and you start feeling like the odd one out. Pink’s words will guide you into the right direction in life.

Of course, a powerful song like F*ckin’ Perfect, deserves a strong music video alongside it. The official music video has already made controversy. Come on, with a song like this, what did you expect? The video portrays disturbing, and gory images of an anorexic looking young woman, who’s inflicting self-harm.

Since the video’s release, the Fun House hit-maker has defended the video, and clarifies it wasn’t her intention to glamorise self-harm. In fact, her priority was to address the problem of isolation and depression, a problem that’s going out of control. It’s a problem that should be out in the open and talked about.

Once you listen to this track, you will realise that you’re F*ckin’ Perfect. Let’s all hold hands and show love, because don’t forget, we are all perfect in our own way!