How about that?? I don't get it, how does the NBA not rig this thing?? Who wants to see the Clippers and their terrible organization ruin another career?? Unfortunately, that poor sole will most likely be Blake Griffin BUT with Dunleavy running the show, who knows. Griffin would probably best off on a team like the Thunder where he's not gonna be looked at to be the go-to guy right away, but look for him to known as a bust within the next 3-4 years lol.
SOURCE
May 20, 2009
Clippers Win Draft Lottery
May 19, 2009
Busta Rhymes - Back On My B.S. (Review)
1) Wheel Of Fortune
The album gets off to a nice start with the DJ Scratch produced Wheel Of Fortune. This track is vintage Busta Rhymes from the Opera-style, "Back On My Bullshiiiiit," introduction, to the beat, to the flow and delivery. We're off to a strong start.
2) Give Em What They Askin For
I don't know if its just me, but it sounded like the hook came on about 17 times on this track. Just seemed like I was hearing the hook about the same, or even more than I was hearing verses. And while we're on the hook, I HATE that he used "something" 3 times as a rhyme ("Everybody was looking for one thing. Ya lookin' for something, well I got the something, now every single person that was looking for something...")! That's just a pet peeve of mine lol.
Anyway, as an overall song, this is the one that I always come back to listen to because Swizz Beatz KILLED this track (though people are saying Ron Browz produced it now but I'll believe it when I see it). It sounds good on the computer and on my phone, but it goes even harder in the car. Trust me! Now, Busta didn't murder it with the lyrics, but he also didn't say anything wack or corny in the verses (which is usually the downfall of tracks like this) so I co-sign this one.
3) Respect My Conglomerate
I still don't understand why they took Young Jeezy off of this track in exchange for Lil Wayne so he can say things like, "I know more about tree than squirrel," and, "I'll put you in dirt just because I see the worm in you," but I guess that's why I'm not working at a record label. To be fair to Wayne, his verse wasn't all bad (the "Hip-Hop is a bitch and I'm proud of this girl" line was hot), but Jeezy's verse was just more memorable. Its still a good song (not incredible, just good) either way so its all gravy.
4) Shoot For The Moon
I thought Lark On My Go-Kart was about to start when this came on lol. Anyway, Shoot For The Moon is another good, but not great song. I think it would've been better served closer to the end the album, if not the last track.
5) Hustler's Anthem '09
*Yawn* Oh, the tracks over?? Thank goodness, I was about to fall asleep on this boring ass uninspiring excuse for an anthem. Whoever thought this would be a good single should be fired, and whoever approved it should be too. T-Pain just stole Busta's money.
6) Kill Dem
Look at that muffin?? What a poor attempt at starting a new phrase trend (though I'm sure me and Andy will adopt it for comedic purposes lol). This song is a slap in the face to all Reggae/Dance Hall songs... well all the good ones at least. Hoes might like it though so who knows.
7) Arab Money
I can't believe there wasn't a bigger uproar about the offensiveness of this song. Ron Browz basically went in the booth, made some random, jibberish sounds, auto-tuned it, and said it was Arabian. They might as well had made another version with "ching-chong-ching" as the hook and called it "Asian Money". How about one with a bunch of random click consonants called "South African Money"?? No, no, wait, how about one with chicken frying and grease popping in the background called "Nigger Money"?? Okay, a bit too far there, but you get what I'm saying lol. Besides all that, its a very poor record with a very poor track behind it.
8) I'm A Go & Get My...
When this track starts off it seems really creative (even though "All About The Benjamins" came out in like 2001 and the joke isn't as funny anymore), but after while it gets cheesy and annoying. Mike Epps lil skit at the end was hilarious though, so I'll give it points for that, but overall this track was lacking across the board.
9) We Want In
Q: What's worse than getting ripped off by T-Pain for a lackluster hook??
A: Getting ripped off by a poor man's version of T-Pain (aka Ron Browz) for a lackluster hook, of course!
Oh, and is there anything LESS gangsta than doing the "su-woo" Blood gang call in auto-tune?? I'm just saying...
10) We Miss You
This track isn't bad by any means, but I don't get the positioning of it. Why put a song about the hood missing you and wanting you back as the 10th track on a 14 track album?? To be fair to Busta, it wouldn't have sounded right at the beginning, but its not fiyah to the point it HAS to make the album. Not to mention he already spit that 2nd verse on the radio in January. Oh, and the auto-tune on this album is on overkill at this point.
11) Sugar
Sugar is a cool track and after some of the other shit on the album its welcomed. It does seem a bit forced like somebody was said, "Yo Bus, we need a song for the ladies," though.
12) Don't Believe Em
I don't know if its because Akon is on the hook, the Don't Believe Em is a tad generic. Its weird because T.I. and Busta both ripped their verses. Oh well, its still pretty hot so its definitely a plus for this album.
13) Decision
I think this will be the census choice as the best track on the album, and I'd have to agree. Its hard to pull off these star-studded songs, but everyone fit perfectly and nobody stepped on anyone's toes. Decision is ideal.
14) World Go Round
This would've been a better spot for Shoot For The Moon because do you really want your album to end on this note?? The beat on this shit is horrendous! I'm convinced this might have been a half way decent track if it was done over another beat. I liked the melody of Estelle's hook, but other than that I can't fuck with this Flo Rida-type bullshit.
In the end, Back On My B.S. had its up (Decision) and had its downs (World Go Round). This is Busta's worst album by far. There was just too much bullshit on here and not enough content. Its like he went too mainstream and it really ruined the whole album. That's really messed up too because a near-classic like Big Bang doesn't deserve a follow up like this.
2.75/5
Hitler's Mad At The Bills Signing T.O.
I'm a bit late on this, but this shit is epic!
LMAO!! If you don't laugh at this shit then you have no sense of humor. Man, I wish they didn't take down the original one about him being a Cowboys fan from early '08 when we got put out of the playoffs lol.
I Love Bayside
LMAO! I hate how buddy was rapping, but this shit is funny as fuck! I still love Saved By The Bell though...I might need to come up on some of them old DVDs lol.
This Week In Flops 5/19/09
Normally, I don't list album that I think will sell over 250,000 units (had to lower it from 300,000 because no one was missing the cut lol), but Relapse is an except because by Eminem's bar is so high, there is no way he can do what he would've done 5-10 years ago in this climate (unless of course Interscope pulls a Carter 3 and buys most of the albums themselves lol). My guess for Relapse is 400-450k, though I could easily see him going over 500,000. Either way he'll have the #1 album regradless and according to Rick Ross, that's more important than what you actually sold lol.
Anyway, check out my review of this album if you haven't already.
Def Jam is really doing Red & Meth a disservice by making them drop an album the same day as Eminem. I guess this is some get back for them waiting 10 years to drop another album though lol. My prediction for Blackout! 2 is 50-80k.
Another rapper done a disservice by his label is Busta Rhymes. Why continuously push his album back and then land it on the same date Eminem makes his return?? After all the push backs you're telling me they couldn't move him a week or 2 in either direction?? Fucked up.
Anyway, I'm gonna put Busta in the 45-65k range.
(BTW, my review WILL be up later today so be on the look out.)
I'm still in disbelief that this album is coming out today even though I have it on my computer right now. There isn't even a Wikipedia page for this shit, let alone a first single or video. I just feel bad for Freeway so I'm not even gonna bother guessing because 1) I'm not convinced it'll be in stores 2) the number would be too disrespectful.
50 Cent - Ok, You're Right (Prod. by Dr. Dre)
Okay, can I be honest?? This shit is NOT first single material. Hell, this shit isn't even album material unless its either the first or second track. Its very generic and it brings nothing interesting to the table. The beat isn't overtly hot and I can pretty much assure you now that this hook will never get stuck in my head.
Is 50 on Dre's shit list now or something?? This shit is no better than Get Up and is no where near as hot as Get It In. I pray this is a joke.
You know what record labels need now-a-days?? A guy like me to sit in on studio session with their top Hip-Hop acts. There are clearly too many "yes men" in the industry so these artists aren't getting fair opinions on their music and its fuckin' up results. If you have a guy like me in the studio there is NO WAY we're finishing this record. As soon as he laid the hook down I would've been like "CUT!" And you know what?? I love Hip-Hop so much that I'd do this job FOR FREE! You hear that Interscope?? You hear that Jive?? You hear that every record label in America?? I'm willing to take time out of my life to help you get better product on the streets for FREE! Holla at me and your days of artists losing respect and credibility on the streets for dropping wack shit will be a thing of the past.
On another note, this just makes Rick Ross look even worse that he couldn't take out a guy who put this out as his first single lol.
Rick Ross - Cigar Music Video
I'm still trying to figure out how this didn't make the album over shit like All I Really Want and Lay Back, but again, I guess that's why I don't work at a label.
As far as the video goes, did he really need to go out of the country to shoot this video?? I pray this was done on the same trip as the one they took to shoot the All I Really Want video, and they just did this for fun because this video doesn't match the song at all.
Random News Shit: SportsCenter Edition
Did you see that catch in the video?!?! I know its just practice, but that shit makes me mad at what the Cowboys gave away for nothing. Sad.
2) Jon Gruden Replacing Tony Kornheiser On MNF
Because of Kornheiser's fear of flying?? Riiiight! Lets keep it real, Kornheiser never played football or coached football and people didn't like that so they dropped him for Gruden. I remember hearing complaints about him not being a pure football guy like a year ago so this is really no surprise. I never understood that argument either because Jaws was the football guy and Kornheiser was there to say entertaining shit like he does on PTI.
Oh well, I just can't wait for football season to return. Monday Night Football kicks out Sept. 14th when T.O. and the Bills visit Tom Brady and the Pats at 7pm.
3) NBA, WWE Grapple Over Pepsi Center Scheduling Conflict
If I played for the Nuggets I'd be PISSED! The ownership of the team basically just told us they didn't believe we'd make this far by scheduling an event in our building back in August '08. That's just sad.
4) Appeals Court Sides With Redskins Over Trademark
This is especially funny because my friend Meschac and I were JUST talking about how its crazy how they use Native Americans as mascots Saturday. Its blatantly racist and really ridiculous, if you ask me, but that's business I guess.
5) NFL, Comcast Resolve NFL Network Dispute
How about they just put it on basic cable so regular niggas like me can watch?? I think that would be best ;-).
May 18, 2009
Random News Shit: Hip-Hop News Edition
Now, I'm not gonna sit here and lie like I was a fan of dude's music, but its always tragic to a young person killed no matter what. R.I.P. Dolla.
2) Yung Joc Needs 72 Stitches After Being Attacked By Katt Williams Coked Up Dog??
You have GOT TO click that link and read those "tweets." I'm still not convinced it really happened, but its fuckin' hilarious! On a side note, why is DMX back on coke?? Didn't this nigga just get out last week?? That man is a sad, sad case. Shout out to the real BAWSE for putting me up on game lol.
3) 'Only Built 4 Cuban Links II' Set For Aug. 11th Release
Its about time! I can't WAIT for this album! I hope it stays put at that date because I think Raekwon might have a classic on his hands.
4) Twista Deads Rumors Of Impregnating Pornstar Pinky
SMH @ anybody actually believing something that originated on MediaFakeOut had any possibility of being true lol. Knowing them niggas, they probably saw her somewhere and noticed how fat she has gotten and figured she was pregnant. Sad.
On another note, Pinky needs to get back in shape and get back to work!
Jaz-O Still Taking Shots At Jay-Z
How old is this nigga?? Jay-Z is 39 himself and he was his big homie so this nigga gotta be somewhere between like 45-50, and he's still keeping up this bullshit?? (And of course by "this bullshit" I mean his rap career.) Nigga let it go! You're somewhere in your late 40s, if your career ain't jumped off yet, it ain't gonna happen. I mean seriously, this man's career highlight was being featured on the 6th single released off Hard Knock Life. THAT WAS 10 YEARS AGO! Its time to move on with your life.
LeBron's Latest Trick Shot
Is it in LeBron's contract that he has to make one of these crazy trick shots at least once ever other month or something?? Oh well, I guess you gotta do something with your time when you're off for weeks at a time during the playoffs lol. The NBA should probably start calling him now about doing H-O-R-S-E during next year's All-Star Weekend.
Related:
Lebron James Casually Hits Incredible Shot During Interview With 60 Minutes
LeBron Shows His 1st Halfcourt Shot Was No Fluke
Ace Hood - Overtime (feat. T-Pain & Akon) Video
This isn't a bad song (it is kinda generic though) and I like him going in a positive direction, but first single?? You've got to be kidding. DJ Khaled must not want this nigga to succeed because this shit is definitely not first single caliber. Could you imagine hearing this on the radio the way shit is today?? Fuck no! Dead.
Related:
Ace Hood - Straight Outta Broward
Ace Hood - White Leather
Idiocracy 101: James Harrison Refuses To Visit The White House
Don't know if you heard, but Pittsburgh Steelers LB James Harrison says he's not going with his team to visit the White House following their Super Bowl victory this past February. Not that him not going is the end of the world, but his reasoning is utterly ridiculous. Check the video:
John Buccigross' reaction is the same exact reaction I would've had if I were reporting that on SportsCenter. I mean, how ignorant does this nigga sound?? Why would they invite you if you didn't win?? As much shit as the President has to do, you think he's gonna be inviting every franchise from every sport to come visit him?? Of course not! Look, I know you think you're the shit Mr. Harrison, but don't wait up on that phone call from Barack saying "Hey James, come chill with ya boy over at the White House later today." Nigga you're not that special (you should know that better than any one else seeing that it took you until the age of 30 to make an impact on your team). And of course he would've invited Arizona if they won...THAT'S THE WHOLE FUCKIN' POINT! You win your league's championship and you get to go to the White House, its been that way for years. What kinda logic is this man trying to use here??
To be fair, its not like he's shunning President Obama because he didn't go see Bush in 2006 when they won either, but still, have some respect. Its fine if you don't wanna go, but why come out in the media and make yourself look like a damn fool?? You sir, are an idiot.
Check out what Skip Bayless and the 2 Live Stews had to say about it on 1st & 10 this morning.
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