Okay so here is the question that every person that does music eventually has to ask themshelves. "Is it time to call it quits yet?" This music thing is a who you know business nowadays. It used to be that the good music rises to the top, but in the wake of the "Umma Do Me's" and the "Dunn Dunn's" its clear that quality music is a thing of the past. So as a producer/rapper/promoter/graphic designer, I constantly evaluate my progress and ask myself if its time to quit yet.
As a youngn I promised myself that I would never quit. I still hold true to that. Unfortunately a lot of people around me have fallen out of the race. I wont name any names for fear that they dont know they have fallen out of the race, but when i talk to them all i hear is excuses. Cats have started families, and thats all good, but sometimes that causes people to work harder, but sometimes it forces people to stop. I have no children and no wife, because I chose to put those things aside so i can properly chase my dreams. If not then I will be struggling working for someone else the rest of my life. If i short change my dreams the only person I really hurt is myself.
I imagine that Samuel Jackson could have quit a long time ago. I have never seen a young Samuel L. Jackson. Get the picture? If not then start a family and imitate the cosby's. Stay out of rap altogether and leave it to the people that are serious. If you feel this blog is a personal attack on you, it's not. If you feel this does attack you, then re-evaluate your shit. If you need me, I will be on the grind. Holla at cha.
Okay, I like Young Dro's raps. There I said it. You should admit it too. Dude is an A-Town lyricists. He is a monster with the pen simple and plain. He has mastered his style to the point that if you get on a track with him, he will embarrass you. He has done it to, T.I.(though thats the closest match), Hell Rell, Big Kuntry King (anyone can oust him), Young Jeezy, Slim Thug, and just about anyone else he has done a song with. You just can't compete with his wordplay and imagery. Take note all southern rappers. This is how you can be crunk and hip-hop.
My wonderful graphics have made it in the Source magazine. Apparently The Source has rededicated itself to Hip-Hop. That might be a good look because I havent bought a Source Magazine for years. Ever since Benzino I have been super cool off of their totally biased opinions. Well I have been doing some graphics for the super popular NYOIL out of New York, and his new mixtape got some pub in this months issue with Snoop Dogg on the cover. Its a good look for real hip-hop. Plus my cell number is super visible which is kinda hilarious.
Sometimes when you go to a concert you will hear something that totally touches your spirit. This is a very common thing that happens when you are in the presence of good music. About a month ago I went to a N*E*R*D* concert and was completely amazed. First off Chad, and Shay were there and Pharrell had incredible energy. I was upset that they didnt perform "Provider", but there performance of "Run to the Sun" made me truly appreciate the song. I have loved this album since the first week it was released, but for some reason this song never jumped out at me until they performed it. Now I can't stop listening to it.
I hate to be considered a hater, which means nothing nowadays. If you have any opinion that is negative that means your a hater. Anyway I think Teyana Taylor is wack. I'm sorry. Just cause you did a Sweet 16 episode doesnt mean you have talent. I listened to "Google Me" and it was trash. I listened to "Swaggg" and it was "Trassshh". Just stop doing music please. Or dont release music until youve found your voice. Stop trying to ride the wave. I dont care if Pharrell co-signs you. I though Fam-Lay was trash too (Sorry Trackstar). Check the song and let me know what you think. The link is from http://www.rockthedub.com/ shout outs to Khal.
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