Progression of Weezy Pt. 1

Dwayne Michael Carter Jr. - 10 years in and still going.



WATCH: "Fireman" and "Go DJ"

Remember back in 2008?

You couldn't walk out onto any block without hearing 'A Milli' booming out a whip's speakers.
Wouldn't be surprised if your grandma bumps his tracks from time to time.

Wayne has made such a significant impact in Hip-Hop that hundreds of artists who come after will take parts of his lyricism and flow, and integrate it into their own.

i.e. Drake, Childish Gambino




1997-1999 Hot Boyz (15 years old)

WATCH: "We On Fire" and "Everything"




It's interesting to view his video timeline or listen to his previous mixtapes.
I can't comment on whether or not I think it's gotten better or worse - too subjective.
Personally, I like his earlier work because it seemed more authentic and raw, and gave me the more realer side to him.

Again, "real" is another subjective word.

I gotta say though, PROM QUEEN? Really? PrOm QuEeEeN? *BARF*

"Welcome to the Dedication 3" *sigh of relief*

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WATCH: "Get Something" and "Shooter" ft Robin Thicke



He's covered basically all bases.

All he needs is a collaboration with Wu-Tang, OFWGKTA...
May as well make a track with Adele?!

Rap Is Universal

Ever wonder how rap sounds in other languages?

Jamaican...




...Japanese


Spanish!



You laughing? Me too.

Kendrick Lamar Cracks Eggs In Baskets

When I first heard "Rigamortis" my initial reaction was something "Chris Tucker-esque" -
picture Chris Tucker in Rush Hour spotting a chick walking down a street.

"DAAYAM".

The horns cement this beat in my ear drums. It's too entertaining.

It's his DELIVERY that stands out.
Flow transitions from chill to SPORADIC 2:00 Minutes in.


"Got me breathing with dragons
I'll crack the egg in your basket
You bastard, I'm Marilyn Manson
Don't ask who your favorite rapper..."

More lyrics: http://www.lyricsmode.com/lyrics/k/kendrick_lamar/#share

Lupe Fiasco - Friend Of The People (I Fight Evil) - NoDJ

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Lupe Fiasco - Friend Of The People (I Fight Evil) - NoDJ

ANATOMIZATION: LIL B

Lil B's lyricism = hip-hop fuckery or genius.

Brandon McCartney, "LIL B" aka "BASED GOD".

July 2010: recorded over 1,500 tracks, uploaded to Myspace with 155 accounts.
Also named his 5th most recent album to date "I'm Gay." i.e. 'I'm Happy'.

First glance - "Wonton Soup"



You've seen that Lil B video.
Some question his motives, such as why he raps or if he even takes his craft seriously.

Are you listening to his lyrics?

WATCH: Lil B Interview 'Blamed for Killing Hip-Hop'



"As long as people being positive and not killing people or taking money from others, do whatever you do..." - LIL B

Lupe Fiasco rates him?
Full Read: 
Lupe Fiasco Blog Entry "Why I Like Lil B: A Review"

LISTEN: CRABS N A BUCKET (BasedGod Velli Mixtape)



Spreading a positive message on a dope beat. Can't hate that.