CHICAN'S CHOICE-JAELIFE-32 BARZ OF GREATNESS

CHICAN'S CHOICE:JAELIFE-32 BARS OF GREATNESS

RATING SYSTEM(LYRICS)
2 SPOONS DOWN-NOT HOT AT ALL
1 SPOONS UP-GOOD LISTEN
2 SPOONS UP-HOT!!
2 SPOONS AND A BOWL-A CLASSIC IN THE BREWING!!!

RATING SYSTEM(PRODUCTION)
1 EAR-UNBEARABLE
2 EARS-LUKEWARM
3 EARS-HOT!
4 EARS-STRAIGHT HEAT!!!

When people put the number 32 and greatness in the same sentence, certain things may come to mind. One could be the greatness from the players that wore the number 32 jersey-such as O.J. Simpson, Jim Brown, Magic Johnson,Karl Malone and many more . However, there is a new "lyrical athlete" that shall go down in the hall of fame with the number 32. That artist goes by the name of Jaelife. Jaelife brings nothing less then greatness on his mixtape "32 barz of greatness". Assisted by DJ Sean Blu, Jaelife reminds the world how great Hip Hop can be when it's done right.

YOU KNOW MY STEEZ-LYRICS-2 SPOONS UP FAVORITE BAR-"IF HIP HOP IS DYING,I'M THE ANTIBIOTIC" Jaelife starts the mixtape off with a beat from one of the greatest groups (R.I.P. GURU)and let's people know his "steez". He demonstrates "super Mario music" and shows he's on the last level about to end King Koopa's reign in the game and terrorizing it.
TAKE IT FURTHER(FEATURING DIDYMUS)-LYRICS-2 SPOONS AND A BOWL FAVORITE BAR-"YOU GOT A PROBLEM I SOLVE IT, NO SCOOBY SNACKS" Jaelife and Didymus make a classic hip hop joint and really "take it further" than most artists can't take hip hop. Both verses are flawless and leave your jaw dropped as your bobbing your head. At the end of the track, Jaelife gives us his perspective of "greatness" and really breaks it down for the listeners. This is definitely a "REPEAT OFFENDER" track.
A PART OF NATURE (FEATURING BROOKE)-LYRICS-2 SPOONS AND A BOWL UP BEAT-2 SPOONS UP FAVORITE BAR-"SO TIRED OF THE DOLLAR MENU I DESERVE THAT SHRIMP AND STEAK" Brooke does a good job on the hook and draws you in for the verse. I actually like the beat choice for this track. It has mix of a love, southern and dark beat that all work together. Jaelife balances what he wants and what he can provide on this track.
CRAZY(FEATURING ONE DOSE)-LYRICS-2 SPOONS UP BEAT-2 SPOONS UP FAVORITE BAR-"EYES WIDE SHUT WALKING ALONG" First off, this chorus is addictive! It actually makes the track. The beat is jazzy and you can just mellow out and ride to this track.
HE MADE IT-LYRICS-2 SPOONS FAVORITE BAR-"YOU ARE WHAT YOU OVERCOME" Jaelife demonstrates that he can be a storyteller on a track...and a good one at that. This song is very motivational and is a very personal and heartfelt track. I seriously believe that this track can recharge any body's battery struggling within the music business.
STOP WONDERING(FEATURING DEUCE)-LYRICS-"BREAKING THE LAW OF FAILURES, SCREW ECONOMICS" It seems as though that "He made it" is the prelude to this track. "Stop wondering" follows the flow of "He made it" and uses the negative side of not pursuing your dreams. The verses are on point and convict you of all your excuses that you have or ever will use.
OTHER SIDE OF THE PILLOW-LYRICS-2 SPOONS FAVORITE BAR(2 WAY TIE)-"THE GAME NEED ME LIKE A RIM NEED A BACKBOARD" "NO DEGREE, BUT I'M STILL ABLE TO TEACH" This is one of my favorite tracks on the mixtape. Jaelife shines on the mellow/slow tracks. He also shows us how cool he really is. Everyone may rep their favorite side-but Jaelife reps the best side-the other side of the pillow.
MAKE IT GO-LYRICS-2 SPOONS UP BEAT-2 EARS FAVORITE-"LYRICS LIVE AND IN PERSON LIKE YOUR CHATTING ON SKYPE" I'm feeling the lyrics, but I'm not feeling the beat. It sounds like it's not fully developed. I kept waiting for the beat to drop. It sounds like a great intro leading into the actual beat, but I just didn't work for me. On the up side, the lyrics were good and had one of Jaelife's most powerful bars-the only thing he is afraid of is getting bored. Think about it.
DISCIPLINE(FEATURING SANDY & JOB)-LYRICS-2 SPOONS UP FAVORITE BAR-"I'M DETERMINED WITH A SERMON" This track is a excellent representation of what "discipline" should be in your life. Sandy does her thing on the vocals. This is a real powerful song and can be a great teaching tool for people of all ages, races,gender and cultures.
ANGELS REMIX (FEATURING JIN)-LYRICS-2 SPOONS UP FAVORITE BAR-"CHRIST WILL RETURN AND HE DON'T NEED A RECEIPT" Jaelife brings his A game and holds his own on this powerful track with Jin. This is a very transparent verse and Jaelife speaks the truth. Many people won't even admit some of the things that he spoke on-good job Jaelife.
32 BARZ-LYRICS-2 SPOONS AND A BOWL FAVORITE BAR-"IN THE BOOTH SPEAKING CHEMO TO YOUR CANCER" Only one word can describe this track...greatness. REPEAT OFFENDER!
DOING ME-LYRICS-2 SPOONS UP BEAT-2 SPOONS UP FAVORITE BAR (2 WAY TIE)-"THE FLOW BE SHOCKING, I'M SO ELECTRIC CHAIR"NOW I'M OUT FOR BLOOD, LIKE I'M A CRIP IN HERE" This track is something can probally be played on radio. Jaelife brings a little southern swag on this track and let's us know he is "Doing me".

Overall, I give this mixtape 2 spoons up. Jaelife has bars for days. The only problem with Jaelife is that he is too good for radio. Dj Sean Blu does a great job feeding hip hoppers with beat breaks and really holds it down as a DJ. This mixtape has me wanting to hear more from Jaelife. You can catch him at @jaelife on twitter. When it comes to this mixtape...it's greatness! Spread the soup!

CHICANGEORGE-SOUPERBOWL SUNDAY-SHOUT OUTS

TRACK NAME:SHOUT OUTS
PRODUCED BY:CONSTANTINE THE EMCEE
FAVORITE BAR:WITH THE CONCEPT OF THE SONG, EVERY BAR IS AS IMPORTANT AS THE OTHER-SO EVERY BAR IS MY FAVORITE

What's brewing soup troopers? Wow, I finally got to the end of the album! I decided to give all my shout out to everyone that was involved in the project within the project. I show love to my family members, my producers, my photo guy and some close friends that helped contribute to the album. Constantine the emcee produced the track and is actually the beat from my track "Where you been?". You can actually check out that track on my myspace page-if you still know what myspace is (lol). This is a real personal song and really want everyone to know that I appreciate any and all people who have helped push the "soup" movement. I thank all of you reading this blog/track commentary and also reading the other ones (if you haven't-please do). I guess we can do this...for post game show???? Let me know your thoughts and thanks for all the love and spread the soup!

Mic Bully Blog: A LESSON LEARNED - PART 1

Mic Bully Blog: A LESSON LEARNED - PART 1: "'I START THINKING, HOW MANY SOULS HIP HOP HAS AFFECTED / HOW MANY DEAD FOLKS THIS ART RESURRECTED'- COMMON 6TH SENSE Ironically, even thoug..."


What's brewing soup troopers? I'm really blessed to work for MicrophoneBully.com and I just wanted to let you all check out one of my articles-if you haven't had a chance to. In my "A lesson learned" series, I take famous hip hop bars and expond on them from my perspective. I started off with Common, because he means a lot to me. He helped lead me to God and influenced me to do positive things within my music and thought that the bar I chose would put a light down the path for many artists and fans of hip hop. Enjoy and make sure your comment within the actual article and share RT and share with your family, friends and enemies. Spread The Soup!

CHICANGEORGE-SOUPERBOWL SUNDAY-GREATEST COMEBACK EVER

TRACK TITLE-THE GREATEST COMEBACK EVER
PRODUCED BY-T.C. DA DON
FAVORITE BAR-"(ACTUALLY THE WHOLE TRACK, BUT...)IT AIN'T OVER TILL THE FAT LADY SINGS, BUT SHE TO BUSY DOING HER BUFFET THING"

This is the last song on the album (unofficially). I wanted to make this track similar to a "alter call" track. This song breaks down the point of the whole point of the album. The symbolism behind the song is a retelling of the story of Christ. Of course, I do it in football references. I really think that this song is up there with N.F.L., as far as creativity goes. Which is also funny, because T.C. DA don produced both tracks. I hope no women felt disrespected by the chorus (lol)!Like I said at the beginning of the song, this is either going to be your favorite song on the album or the track that you'll skip. It's all cool with me, because at the end of the day-I feel as though I provided a track on here for everyone to enjoy. In all honesty, this is one of the tracks where I just want you to listen to it and give me your thoughts on. This track is the meat of the whole project and the next two albums coming after this (post game show and 5Th quarter). So, let me hear/read your thoughts. Did you get the concept of the album. Does this make sense to you? Did I miss the mark? I want to know your thoughts...so hit me up. Pass the song on and RT to your family, friends and enemies. Spread the soup!

CHICAN'S CHOICE-FERN-10 PIECE

CHICAN'S CHOICE-FERN-10 PIECE
RATING SYSTEM (LYRICS):
2 SPOONS DOWN-NOT WORTH A 1 PIECE
1 SPOON UP-GOOD LISTEN!
2 SPOONS UP-HOT!!
2 SPOONS AND A BOWL-A CLASSIC IN THE BREWING!!!

RATING SYSTEM(PRODUCTION)
1 EAR-UNBEARABLE
2 EARS-LUKEWARM
3 EARS-HOT!
4 EARS-STRAIGHT HEAT!!!

The number "10" is a very symbolic number. It means completeness and order-which we can see with the decimal number system. It's also symbolic for "law"-which we see with Moses and the Ten commandments. Fern takes all those meanings and gives a complete mixtape of hot lyrics discussing the law and delivers our order with "10 piece". Fern delivers a confident 10 reasons (excluding the intro) why you should remember his name in hip hop. This mixtape is getting a lot of exposure on various websites, but hasn't received a review yet...until now.

10 PIECE(INTRO)-LYRICS-2 SPOONS UP FAVORITE BAR-"STOP FERN YOU KILLING EM, I'M BRINGING THEM BACK TO LIFE/SO RESURRECTION MEANS NO FUNEREAL, IT MEANS NEW LIFE" This is not only a great intro for the mixtape, but it's also a great intro for people who are hearing fern for the first time. He sums up who he is, what he is about and what the mixtape will be like within 2:11. This track really draws you into the rest of the project. He lets us know that not only does "he know his lane...but it's all paved out(also a hot bar on the track)."
STOP IT 5-LYRICS-2 SPOONS UP FAVORITE BAR-"I HOPE YOU COPPED THE MIXTAPE, BUT IF NOT-THAT'S NOT A PROBLEM/KEEP LYING TO YOURSELF LIKE I'M NOT A PROBLEM" Fern goes in on "Stop it 5" and demands respect. He lets people know that his presence is here. He's not about to come into the game playing...so it's all business to him right now. Listeners can really see his focus and see that fern isn't stopping soon.
HUSTLE HARD REMIX (FEATURING REY KING)-LYRICS-2 SPOONS UP FAVORITE BAR-"WITNESS MIRACLES/THE GOSPEL GONE DIGITAL" Fern lets listeners know that he hustles hard within the intro of the song. He lets us know he already had three videos up within the first month of the year-so he practices what he preaches on this track. Fern lets listeners know that he is grinding on all the social networks to get his product to the people. Rey king does a great job on the track as well. His energy balances out Fern's smooth flow. This track is as hard as the original.
G6-LYRICS-2 SPOONS UP BEAT-2 EARS FAVORITE BAR-"I'M GONNA KILL THE GAME ON PURPOSE, JUST BECAUSE" I'm really feeling this track. I really hope that Fern makes a video for this one. Let me be clear on something about the production. I actually enjoy the beat. However, it sounds too similar to "hard in the paint". Now, I can hear the parts where the beat comes into it's own, but if it's going to be that close-just use "hard in the paint". On a positive note, the beat and Fern work well on this track.
SPADE A SPADE-LYRICS-2 SPOONS UP BEAT-4 EARS FAVORITE BAR-"I'M LIKE A CHEF, I'M THE BEST HOW I PREP THE VERSE" "Spade a Spade" is also another on of my favorite verses on the mixtape. Fern lets us know he's been doing this since the 7Th grade and he has only gotten better. The production on the track is great. This is the best original track on the mixtape. It gives a mix of old school with a new school twist. On this track, Fern is simply stating that people are tired of hearing wack rappers and he deserves to be where they are. He's just calling a spade a spade.
FERNIE(GOTTA BE THE GREATEST)-LYRICS-2 SPOONS AND A BOWL BEAT-3 EARS FAVORITE BAR-"SO FLY IN THE SKY LIKE IT'S RECORDED IN A SPACESHIP" This is Fern's most lyrical track. I think this is the best track on the mixtape. The production is nice and flows well with the concept and the flow of the mixtape. He kills the track starting with the chorus. I didn't hear not one bar that was weak. This is a "repeat offender".
STIR CRAZY-LYRICS-2 SPOONS BEAT-4 EARS FAVORITE BAR-"I SPIT THE BEST WORK, NOW LET'S WORK" Fern slows things down, but continues to stay in his lane on "Stir Crazy". The production on this track really makes the song and shows Fern in a fresher light. Fern gets a little personal on this track, but continues to bring the heat in the bars. The second verse his "wordplay" reminds us of dipset in their prime. This is a refreshing track on the mixtape.
H.A.M.(HARD AS MOSES)-LYRICS- FAVORITE BAR-"THIS IS NOTHING I'M JUST WARMING UP THE KITCHEN" I want to start off by saying that Fern KILLS THIS BEAT! This is way better then Kanye and Jay-z's verses. I love how he sped up his flow and showed us when he needs to he can go there.
OH SNAP-LYRICS-2 SPOONS UP BEAT-4 EARS FAVORITE BAR-"PEOPLE ASK "FERN HOW YOU PUT OUT COLD FIRE?" "OH Snap" will have you saying that by the end of the track. The production has a classic New York feel and once again merges old school and new school feel. This is a very hot track. I can also see a video for this track as well.
HOPE-LYRICS-2 SPOONS UP FAVORITE BAR-"ONLY MONEY AND A DREAM, WHAT YOU SEE ME CHASING" This song gives listeners a deeper look inside of Fern's mind. His "this year is the remix" bar has a very good double entendre for true fans and followers of Fern. Really good and personal track from Fern.
VIVA LA VIDA-LYRICS-2 SPOONS AND A BOWL FAVORITE BAR-"DIFFERENT METHOD, I'M INVESTING THIS IS MY FUTURE FLOW" This is a great track to end the mixtape on. Anybody that samples Coldplay gets a head nod from me! This is such a universal track. This is also a track that i feel would be a great video. The chorus is very addictive.

Overall, I give this mixtape TWO SPOONS UP and leaning more to it being a classic mixtape. I'm a little harder on giving mixtapes a classic rating, but this one is real close though. It delivers a great punch and leaves you feeling that there are still good artists out there. I don't like comparing artists, but Fern gives off the presence of Cam'ron in his prime. His style has dipset all in it. The laid back flow works very well for Fern and even surprises us with the double time flow. THE ONLY PROBLEM WITH 10 PIECE IS THAT IT HAS NO SIDES!!! Some of the tracks are way too short, but that leaves the fans wanting more when we come back to order. "10 piece" isn't fast food and definitely takes care of my hunger until Fern brings another project.

To keep up with Fern, you can check him out at http://mypowerfulmuzik.com/ and he also lives on twitter (lol), so you can follow him there @followfern . What are your thoughts on "10 piece"? We want to know your thoughts, so make sure you post them here and RT or share this review with your family, friends and enemies. Spread the soup

CHICANGEORGE-SOUPERBOWL SUNDAY-GOODBYE SONG

TRACK NAME:THE GOODBYE SONG (FEATURING VALENTINE 365)
PRODUCED BY: LUKE LIMELIGHT FROM S.W.A.T.TEAM PRODUCTION
FAVORITE BAR: "TREAT YOU LIKE A ASHTRAY-SIT YOUR BUT DOWN"

This was a very dear song to me off of the album. This is a personal account of what went on in my life for both verses. I was blessed to get Valentine 365 to get on the track, since he is a dear friend and has witnessed me go through this song-plus he's had some experiences like me-it was easier for him to feel the song and was a great choice to sing the chorus. We all have gone through a "goodbye song" experience. We all have had that "nasty noun" (a bad person, place or thing) that is/was holding us back from where we need to go in life. You know they are a "nasty noun", because they DON'T WANT TO GROW!!! It's my prayer that this song encourages people to break some unnecessary relationships. It's funny, because it feels as though the song-even though it's serious-has a pop feel to it. LOL!!! A lot of people ask me about the bridge. The answer is...yes-we would really take our keys out all over the gym and jingle our keys and tell "you don't got to go home, but you got to get outta here!". That's what we need to be telling some people in our lives. I'm thinking about making a video for this song, because i feel the message is very universal and needed to be spread. I simply ask that if you agree, post your comments in the blog. If you have a "goodbye song" experience-share it with me on the blog. I would love to hear about it. Give me your thoughts-i would really like to know how this song affected you-or even if it affected you at all. Share or RT this to your friends, family and enemies. Thanks for reading. Spread the Soup

CHICAN'S CHOICE-TWICEBORN-4TH QUARTER

CHICAN'S CHOICE-TWICEBORN-4TH QUARTER
RATING SYSTEM(LYRICS)
TWO SPOONS DOWN-GAME OVER
ONE SPOON UP-GOOD LISTEN
TWO SPOONS UP-HOT!
TWO SPOONS AND A BOWL-A CLASSIC IN THE BREWING!!!

RATING SYSTEM(PRODUCTION)
1 EAR-UNBEARABLE
2 EARS-LUKEWARM
3 EARS-HOT!
4 EARS-STRAIGHT HEAT!!!

With all the terrible things going on in the world today, it doesn't take much to see we are living in the last days. Being a "in season" artist, Twiceborn gives us his play by play with the "4th quarter". Twiceborn pours his heart out on this EP and shows his "all work" mentality by not wasting time with unnecessary tracks.Many artist don't believe in EPs anymore, but would rather put out mixtapes. Twiceborn shows artists and fans that EPs can still be done and treasured. Let's get into the game.

1.GET IT FOR MYSELF-LYRICS-2 SPOONS UP BEAT-3 EARS FAVORITE BAR-"DECEIVED BY THE LIES, LET'S CALL IT DREAM WORLD" Twiceborn starts the album off right with "Get it for myself". One could call this the "preshow" of the album. Twiceborn gives a gripping account of his life and how God's grace is for everyone. The production works well on this track. The organ-like keys gives a "church testimony" feel to the song. The sound is eerie, but blends in well with Twiceborn's delivery of living in the "dream world" of life. This track truly sets the tone for the album and sets the tone for the concept of it as well.

2.LETZ EAT-LYRICS-2 SPOONS UP BEAT-3 EARS FAVORITE BAR-"WE TRYING TO REACH THE WORLD LIKE A ETHERNET CABLE" Twiceborn takes us to the "1st quarter" on "Letz eat". This track is like the "epilogue" of "Get it for myself" or even a part 2 of it. This is a very powerful song for new converts of the gospel. There are some days when new Christians may come down off of the "high" of being saved and this song provides them with a extra push to keep them on cloud nine. Twiceborn lets us know he eats off of the blessings that God provides and is starving to give the people the word at all times.

3.HOLD ON-LYRICS-2 SPOONS AND A BOWL BEAT-4 EARS FAVORITE BAR-"BABY BE STRONG, YOU DON'T HAVE TO STEAL TO KEEP THE LIGHTS ON" This is a very powerful song. This is probably my favorite song off of the album. Twiceborn continues to stay in the flow on "hold on". This track is filled with imagery that would make hip hop heads give a thumbs up. This track puts you in the mind of some of 2pac's best visual tracks like "Dear mama" and "Brenda's got a baby". This track is a "repeat offender" and should get a video.

4.ALL WORK-LYRICS-2 SPOONS AND A BOWL BEAT-4 EARS FAVORITE BAR-"I LIVE AND DIE WHAT I SPIT, DO YOU THINK THIS IS A GAME?" Twiceborn and his crew goes in on "All work". This track gives some of the most lyrical bars on the album. Twiceborn's voice on the track really makes the track. This production is really good and gives a dirty feel-but that's the intention when you are working. You got to get your hands dirty, when your truly working.

5.4TH QUARTER-LYRICS-2 SPOONS AND A BOWL BEAT-4 EARS FAVORITE-"CHRIST PUT THEM IN THE GAME AND GIVE THEM WHAT THEY NEED" We have finally got to the "4Th quarter". This track was a great track to end the album. The football analogy really works well on it and the production gives a football feel. Twiceborn already has a video for this track (wink wink, I've already reviewed it-so go back and check out that review) and the very things he speaks about in this track-he brings out in his video as well as his day to day life.

Overall, I give this album TWO SPOONS UP. This is a very good album, but a even better concept album. Twiceborn really stays within the concept and every track lines up with a preshow feel, 1st quarter feel, 2ND quarter feel, 3rd quarter feel and then a 4Th quarter feel. This album tells a story, almost like a movie, of the fall and rise of Twiceborn. This Ep works, because it makes the fans want to know and get more from Twiceborn. It may not be as lyrical as most would want it to be, but that's not the theme of this album. Twiceborn's storytelling skills are some of the best I've heard. I can tell that all of the things that he raps about-either he's been through it or has seen it. This album is a exciting story of how God can turn someone around and "put them in the game" for the great commission. With that in mind, Twiceborn doesn't look like he's ready to take a loss in the "4Th quarter".

You can find out more about twiceborn on twitter @meettwiceborn and the link for 4Th quarter is http://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/twiceborn/id424691832 So, what do you think of the album? We want to hear/read your thoughts. Did he do the theme justice? Was the album well rounded? Was the production good? Your thoughts matter and make sure you RT and share this review with your family, friends and enemies. Spread the soup!

SOUPERBOWL SUNDAY PUT ME IN THE GAME

TRACK NAME:PUT ME IN THE GAME
PRODUCED BY: MR.MR
FAVORITE BAR:"THIS IS A MOVEMENT, SO YOU BETTER MOVE"

I loved making this track! I wanted to make sure that it had different types of elements of music on the album. Rock was definitely one sound I wanted on there. I actually grew up listening to rock and grunge before hip hop. Matt (aka Mr.MR) brought me into his studio and we made this thing from scratch. This was a great thing to see how we did this from nothing. Every sound you hear on this track is a real instrument. I even got my man Daniel to come in on the drums-i feel he destroyed his part on them (lol). My man, Nik, had a hand on the keys. It was just great seeing live music being recorded. I will be doing more of this.

The concept of the song is pretty simple. I want the coach to put me in the game! I am sick and tired of seeing artist take hip hop so plainly. They want to be lazy and not even try to "score". Some people need to stay on the bench. I'm going to stay studied up on the playbook and study my oppenent and be ready when it's my time. "The game is coming down to the last second/ gotta come in first-can't be second". I'm really feeling and living this song right now. I'm tired of seeing artists with no character or integirty. When i get in the game, it's a wrap. I don't care how many points we're down-We're winning. We got to ask ourselves-Are we apart of the movement? If so, are we moving?

So, give me your thoughts. Sorry for the rambling-but this song gets me crunk (lol)! Spread it to your friends, family and enemies. Spread the soup

CHICAN'S CHOICE-DEE-1-IHTHM VO1.2

CHICAN'S CHOICE-DEE-1-I HOPE THEY HEAR ME VOL 2

RATING SYSTEM (LYRICS):
2 SPOONS DOWN: NOBODY NEEDS TO HEAR THIS!!!
1 SPOON UP: GOOD LISTEN
2 SPOONS UP: HOT!!!
2 SPOONS AND A BOWL: A CLASSIC IN THE BREWING!!!

RATING SYSTEM (PRODUCTION):
1 EAR: UNBEARABLE
2 EARS:LUKEWARM
3 EARS:HOT
4 EARS:STRAIGHT HEAT!!!

I'm going to go ahead and speak this now-THIS IS THE BEST PROJECT I HAVE HEARD FOR 2011 THUS FAR AND WILL BE THE BEST THING TO COME OUT IN 2011! I am a huge Dee-1 fan and he doesn't disappoint on "I hope they hear me Vol. 2". I usually don't review all the tracks, if the album goes beyond 10 tracks or so-but every song on here needs to be reviewed! Well, let's get into it-

PROUD OF ME-LYRICS-2 SPOONS AND A BOWL BEAT-4 EARS FAVORITE BAR-"I SPIT THAT SUDAFED,CAUSE THESE A&R'S BEEN HAVING "SIGN US" PROBLEMS" This is a perfect intro. It gives Dee-1's "mission statement" within hip hop and refreshes his fans of his purpose. His lyrics are truly heart felt and powerful. Phurnace does a great job on the production and really draws you in after the intro speech. This track truly sets the bar for the rest of the project.
IT'S MY TURN-LYRICS-2 SPOONS AND A BOWL BEAT-4 EARS FAVORITE BAR-"IT'S TIME TO MAKE THE WHOLE US SEE (USC) LIKE A TROJAN" Dee-1 continues in the flow with "It's my turn". Dee-1 lets people know that this is about to be his time with confidence. Rockaway Prod gives a somewhat dark, but bouncy battle track that shows off Dee-1's confident bars.
RIDE WIT ME-LYRICS-2 SPOONS AND A BOWL BEAT-4 EARS FAVORITE BAR (3 WAY TIE)-"YOUR FAR FROM SON (SUN) LIKE MARS" "MY BARS UNLIMITED LIKE A PHONE PLAN" "I MAKE YOU VISUALIZE MY MUSIC, SO I CALL IT (EYE)ITUNES" The first thing we learn from this track is that people from New Orleans are "real". This is a great track and great production. The track is a straight club banger and has great video potential.
JAY,50 AND WEEZY-LYRICS-TWO SPOONS AND A BOWL BEAT-4 EARS FAVORITE BAR-"MONEY DON'T MATTER HERE, BECAUSE I'M RICH WITH IDEAS" This is Dee-1's break out track. It has a great message and actually shows his compassion to hip hop and his community. Many may think this is a diss song, but it's a message in love. Cuzin Mike gives a funky groove on this political movement by Dee-1.
UNCLE TOM-LYRICS-2 SPOONS AND A BOWL BEAT-4 BARS FAVORITE BAR-"SO WHAT I'M LIGHT SKINNED, I'M ENLIGHTENING" Dee-1 once again follows the vein and continues with thought provoking tracks like "Uncle Tom". This track goes in to address inner-racism. Flight School does a great job on the track and this song will bring up many discussions in the future.
RIDING BY MYSELF(FEATURING MURS AND SYREETA NEAL)-LYRICS-2 SPOONS AND A BOWL BEAT-4 EARS FAVORITE BAR-"CASH IN MY BACK POCKET, I'M SITTING ON DOUGH" Dee-1 just gave the world the new ride anthem. This is going to make a great summer jam. Muhammed Ayers made a beautiful track as Syreeta Neal puts the icing on the cake. The guest appearance of Murs adds flavor to this hot track. A video should be in this track's future.
THE GARDEN OF EDEN(FEATURING KENNEDI RAYNE)-LYRICS-2 SPOONS AND A BOWL BEAT-4 EARS FAVORITE BAR-"TWO TO THE ANKLES NOW HE LOOKS LIKE HE PLAYS FOR THE RED SOX" Dee-1 paints a vivid picture on "The Garden of Eden". Rockaway Prod gives a great canvas for Dee-1 to paint on and Dee-1 gives us a gripping story that would chill anyone's spine.
I'M ON IT(FEATURING SHAMARR ALLEN)-LYRICS-2 SPOONS AND A BOWL BEAT-4 EARS FAVORITE BAR:"THIS IS THE ANTHEM FOR THOSE HUNGER PAINS" Dee-1 gives us a street track on "I'm on it". Dee-1 lets people know that he made up his own blueprint and learned from the old heads on this track. Shamarr Allen does a great hook and produces a nice track (let me hear those horns lol).
BLUE-LYRICS-2 SPOONS AND A BOWL BEAT-4 EARS FAVORITE BAR"I WOULD LIKE TO GET A ORDER OF SUBSTANCE AND ADD SOME SKILLS WITH THAT" Dee-1 sounds like a vet on "Blue". 5Th child produces a emotional track that plays out like a movie and Dee-1 helps us see the "big picture".
THE ONE THAT GOT AWAY(FEATURING MANNIE FRESH)-LYRICS-2 SPOONS AND A BOWL BEAT-4 EARS FAVORITE BAR-"I MADE LOVE TO HER BRAIN THE MOST" Dee-1 speaks on behalf of many good men out there on "The one that Got away". Mannie Fresh adds flavor to the track using the Carl Thomas "I wish" sample. Mannie's ad libs make the song (lol)!
STRANGER-LYRICS-2 SPOONS AND A BOWL BEAT-4 EARS FAVORITE BAR-"NOBODY LOVES ME, SO I DON'T LOVE NOBODY" This is one of the most powerful song on the project. The angle Dee-1 takes in "stranger" is a reality check within our own lives and our society. Bass Heavy's sample within the chorus really gives the track a edge. This song will leave you speechless.
BYE TO THE BROKE DAYS-LYRICS-2 BOWLS AND A BOWL BEAT-3 EARS FAVORITE BAR-"I NEED TO GO TO ZALES, BUT I'M WAITING FOR A SALE" This is the middle class anthem. Everyone has gone through one of the examples Dee-1 gives on "Bye to the broke days". Bass Heavy gives us a playful track, which makes us forget how sad being broke is (lol).
THE DOG IN ME-LYRICS-2 SPOONS AND A BOWL BEAT- EARS FAVORITE BAR-"IT'S JUST THE DOG IN ME" This is the most creative track on the project. Dee-1 reminds us of how dope DMX was in his prime. Even Rockaway Prod produces a track that is DMXish. I promise you will put this track on repeat to get all the angles and views on this track.
GREAT(FEATURING MICKEY FACTZ)-LYRICS-2 SPOONS AND A BOWL BEAT-4 EARS FAVORITE BAR-"HEAT ROCK OFF THE PAPER CALL IT SHEET ROCK" Dee-1 and Mickey Factz do great on "Great". Dee-1's second verse is a nice look into how easy it can be "good at making great lies". Rockaway Prod does it again with a banger.
NUMB-LYRICS-2 SPOONS AND A BOWL BEAT-4 EARS FAVORITE BAR-"REST IN PEACE SHIRTS ARE THE NEW FASHION STATEMENT" Dee-1 preaches a powerful sermon on "Numb". Honestly, every bar on this track is powerful. This song is a hip hop quotable. Steve-O's beat is simple, but gets the point across.Once again, he gives you a track that leaves you speechless and convicts you into doing better in life.
ARMAGEDDON(MAC FEATURING DEE-1)LYRICS-2 SPOONS AND A BOWL BEAT-4 EARS FAVORITE BAR-"THOUGH ENEMIES TAKE SHOTS LIKE A FRATERNITY PARTY" Dee-1 holds his own on this feature with Mac. It is great hearing Mac-that second verse is classic Mac-but Dee-1 is not over shined. Oscar Wild gives a real N.O. production and draws you in from the beginning.
KEEP IT MOVIN-LYRICS-2 SPOONS AND A BOWL BEAT-4 EARS FAVORITE BAR-"WITH SO MUCH TRAFFIC IN THE INDUSTRY IT'S KIND OF HARD ON THE ROAD FOR A DRIVER LIKE ME" This track is equal to "The Dog in Me" as far as being the most creative. The analogy of life through driving is outstanding. DJ RJD2 gives one of the best productions on the project. Not only is this track a "repeat offender", but would be a great video.
WRITER'S BLOCK-LYRICS-2 SPOONS AND A BOWL BEAT-4 EARS FAVORITE BAR-"HOW DO YOU KNOW HOW I USED TO BE?" Dee-1 ends the project as he started it-giving one of the greatest songs ever given to hip hop. This whole song is a quotable. 5Th Child gives a excellent track to end the album on. The "breakdown" of the fans is so original and will leave you speechless. Great "repeat offender"-just to hear the math (lol).

Overall, this project is a classic and earns my highest rating of TWO SPOONS AND A BOWL-BECAUSE THIS IS TRULY A CLASSIC IN THE MAKING!Even though it's hard to pick favorites-my three favorite tracks would be blue, keep it movin and writers block. Dee-1 brings all the elements of hip hop-lyrics, storytelling, emotion, party, street, political and any other element you can think of dealing with making great music. His guest appearances were picked well and held his own with all of them. His production is 4 EARS. No one can say they couldn't find at least 10 beats on the project that they couldn't vibe to. This project made me fall in love with hip hop again. To hear more from Dee-1, check him out at Dee-1music.com. So, what are your thoughts? Let me know. After hearing this project, do you feel that Dee-1 has the best material so far this year? Is he bringing hip hop back? Write back and let me know. Spread this to your family, friends and enemies. Spread the Soup!



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