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Bring Back The Old Carters , 20 Oct 2008
The Carter 3 is a good album , but is Waynes weakest by far.
If you havnt heard the old Carters then i suggest that you listen to them before claiming C3 is Waynes greatest album.
Dont get me wrong C3 is still a top album ( 5 Stars ) but i think it is highly overated.
Most Recognisable Tracks include Lil Waynes hit Lollipop Ft Static Major.
A Millie
And Got Money Ft T-Pain
Artist such as Juelz Santana, Fabolous, Bobby Valentino and Jay-Z also feature among others.
I recomend this album to anyone but suggest that listeners also listen to Waynes early work Eg. The Carters 1 & 2 , 500 Degreez.
Also Waynes Mixtapes Eg. The Droughts , Dedications , The Leaks.
Wayne has SURPRISED ME!!, 29 Aug 2008
What can i say? I'm not a fan of Lil Wayne probably because of his "I'm the greatest rapper alive" which he clearly isn't, but this album has made me think that he may not be the best but he definitely can rap now! I don't like all his songs but a few of them do have a vibe of flow and hard hitting lyrics. I have liked his previous music from past years, this man definitely can be put into top 20 rappers of all time, he is the first pure artist since Mr. Slim Shady but don't be foolish because he doesn't come close to Tupac, Eminem, Nas and a few others. Those are the Untouchables.
Not saying Wayne is average but I don't see him trading lyrical content with Eminem and winning.
This is the Carter, 27 Aug 2008
Great Album. Everytime I get into my car I start at track 15, Fabolous kills that with his Wayans Brother Rhyme.
I have been a Lil Wayne fan since the Hot Boys and he came into his own with THE CARTER album. This is the Carter is an all time classic single.
I just wish Mannie Fresh did some production on this album, that would have made it perfect.
Great Album, do not judge it by the Lollipop Single (Which I think is rubbish), it was made for the mainstream.
What the hell is wrong with people?, 16 Jul 2008
A powerful rich white man sits in his leather chair atop his huge music empire. Prising a Cuban cigar from his mouth, he smiles as he approaches the young black man that has just entered his office. The young black man awkwardly accepts the rich white man's offer of a handshake. The white man excitedly urges the young black man to sit down. His excitement increases upon the sight of the loose-fitting apparel and silver chain donned by the young black man.
"So how are you going to make us richer?" the powerful white man asks, aroused now as he notices a bullet scar on the left side of the young black man's neck.
"Well, I want my lyrics to inspire kids to stay clear of guns, drugs and violen..."
"Get out."
The next day, the same powerful, rich white man is smoking his cigar. Another young black man enters the building. Awkwardly dressed in a suit, the rich white man offers a less-than-enthusiastic handshake. The young black man seems uneasy with the gesture, but eventually unfolds his arms and reaches out his left hand. The rich white man surveys the black man, noting with dismay a lack of scars. He asks the same question as they both sit down.
"So how are you going to make us richer?"
The young black man thinks for awhile, before answering:
"Well, I want to rap about bitches and killing niggas and shi..."
"I'll have you on MTV this afternoon."
The sad fact is, record company execs do not want to distribute to the mainstream audience hip-hop that is thought-provoking and intelligent, free of violence, doused with hope. Those artists that do convey such a message are relegated to smaller labels or merely recieve limited exposure. The argument that they are simply supplying to the demand of their audience is not a valid one. These people have the power and influence to control what the audience demands. Were labels, radio and music-channels to continually expose the likes of Common, Immortal Technique, Lyrics Born, Atmosphere, Talib Kweli, The Roots, Jurassic 5, Blackalicious, Nas etc. to the same extent that they do the likes of Soulja Boy or Lil Wayne, there is no doubt that the audience's demands would change.
Unfortunately, that is not, and possibly never will be, the case. Instead of offering young kids positive role models, inspiring aspirations that do not involve bitches, guns and violence, the people with the power continue to put their backing into illiterate dumb thugs. We don't want to see black people as intelligent and inspirational! No, we want them to continue appearing as violent and uneducated, as a threat to our society.
This guy Lil Wayne is just another example of this racist mechanism that continues to pump out mind-numbingly awful black musicians. He has the lyrical writing ability of a 5-year old; lines about bitches and not being "no homo" are constantly ended with swear words, such is his inability to rhyme properly. The generic Southern beats do nothing to set him apart from his equally-moronic peers Lil Jon and T-Pain. Yet, he recieves the exposure and all the hype. That this album could even be considered the finest of the year, a year in which sees Nas return to form with his incredible Unitled album, simply highlights how widespread this problem has become.
Hip-Hop is not dead. Behind the morons parading on TV with their bling-out teeth, intelligible lyrics and booty-shaking "ho's", there is a huge base of intelligent, conscious rappers. Hip-hop is alive and well; unfortunately those that continue to breathe new life into it are cast aside, labelled "left-field" and "underground", ignored by the powerful rich white people who define the demands of a dumbed-down generation. You can help however by ignoring this terrible artist and his ilk, and searching for the aforementioned talents that are so abundant within this genre. Good music does not have to remain underground.
diverse, 05 Jul 2008
i'll be quick in what i have to say: this album is diverse. It has everything. some soulful tracks, some poppy-little-bit-commercial tracks and some pure street bass-heavy hip-hop.
best track on the album for me: A Milli (this is the heaviest track i've heard in a long time)
Hip-Hop is not dead.
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LAX
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The Game;
Polydor Group;
2008-08-25;
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Bring Back The Old Carters , 20 Oct 2008
The Carter 3 is a good album , but is Waynes weakest by far.
If you havnt heard the old Carters then i suggest that you listen to them before claiming C3 is Waynes greatest album.
Dont get me wrong C3 is still a top album ( 5 Stars ) but i think it is highly overated.
Most Recognisable Tracks include Lil Waynes hit Lollipop Ft Static Major.
A Millie
And Got Money Ft T-Pain
Artist such as Juelz Santana, Fabolous, Bobby Valentino and Jay-Z also feature among others.
I recomend this album to anyone but suggest that listeners also listen to Waynes early work Eg. The Carters 1 & 2 , 500 Degreez.
Also Waynes Mixtapes Eg. The Droughts , Dedications , The Leaks.
Wayne has SURPRISED ME!!, 29 Aug 2008
What can i say? I'm not a fan of Lil Wayne probably because of his "I'm the greatest rapper alive" which he clearly isn't, but this album has made me think that he may not be the best but he definitely can rap now! I don't like all his songs but a few of them do have a vibe of flow and hard hitting lyrics. I have liked his previous music from past years, this man definitely can be put into top 20 rappers of all time, he is the first pure artist since Mr. Slim Shady but don't be foolish because he doesn't come close to Tupac, Eminem, Nas and a few others. Those are the Untouchables.
Not saying Wayne is average but I don't see him trading lyrical content with Eminem and winning.
This is the Carter, 27 Aug 2008
Great Album. Everytime I get into my car I start at track 15, Fabolous kills that with his Wayans Brother Rhyme.
I have been a Lil Wayne fan since the Hot Boys and he came into his own with THE CARTER album. This is the Carter is an all time classic single.
I just wish Mannie Fresh did some production on this album, that would have made it perfect.
Great Album, do not judge it by the Lollipop Single (Which I think is rubbish), it was made for the mainstream.
What the hell is wrong with people?, 16 Jul 2008
A powerful rich white man sits in his leather chair atop his huge music empire. Prising a Cuban cigar from his mouth, he smiles as he approaches the young black man that has just entered his office. The young black man awkwardly accepts the rich white man's offer of a handshake. The white man excitedly urges the young black man to sit down. His excitement increases upon the sight of the loose-fitting apparel and silver chain donned by the young black man.
"So how are you going to make us richer?" the powerful white man asks, aroused now as he notices a bullet scar on the left side of the young black man's neck.
"Well, I want my lyrics to inspire kids to stay clear of guns, drugs and violen..."
"Get out."
The next day, the same powerful, rich white man is smoking his cigar. Another young black man enters the building. Awkwardly dressed in a suit, the rich white man offers a less-than-enthusiastic handshake. The young black man seems uneasy with the gesture, but eventually unfolds his arms and reaches out his left hand. The rich white man surveys the black man, noting with dismay a lack of scars. He asks the same question as they both sit down.
"So how are you going to make us richer?"
The young black man thinks for awhile, before answering:
"Well, I want to rap about bitches and killing niggas and shi..."
"I'll have you on MTV this afternoon."
The sad fact is, record company execs do not want to distribute to the mainstream audience hip-hop that is thought-provoking and intelligent, free of violence, doused with hope. Those artists that do convey such a message are relegated to smaller labels or merely recieve limited exposure. The argument that they are simply supplying to the demand of their audience is not a valid one. These people have the power and influence to control what the audience demands. Were labels, radio and music-channels to continually expose the likes of Common, Immortal Technique, Lyrics Born, Atmosphere, Talib Kweli, The Roots, Jurassic 5, Blackalicious, Nas etc. to the same extent that they do the likes of Soulja Boy or Lil Wayne, there is no doubt that the audience's demands would change.
Unfortunately, that is not, and possibly never will be, the case. Instead of offering young kids positive role models, inspiring aspirations that do not involve bitches, guns and violence, the people with the power continue to put their backing into illiterate dumb thugs. We don't want to see black people as intelligent and inspirational! No, we want them to continue appearing as violent and uneducated, as a threat to our society.
This guy Lil Wayne is just another example of this racist mechanism that continues to pump out mind-numbingly awful black musicians. He has the lyrical writing ability of a 5-year old; lines about bitches and not being "no homo" are constantly ended with swear words, such is his inability to rhyme properly. The generic Southern beats do nothing to set him apart from his equally-moronic peers Lil Jon and T-Pain. Yet, he recieves the exposure and all the hype. That this album could even be considered the finest of the year, a year in which sees Nas return to form with his incredible Unitled album, simply highlights how widespread this problem has become.
Hip-Hop is not dead. Behind the morons parading on TV with their bling-out teeth, intelligible lyrics and booty-shaking "ho's", there is a huge base of intelligent, conscious rappers. Hip-hop is alive and well; unfortunately those that continue to breathe new life into it are cast aside, labelled "left-field" and "underground", ignored by the powerful rich white people who define the demands of a dumbed-down generation. You can help however by ignoring this terrible artist and his ilk, and searching for the aforementioned talents that are so abundant within this genre. Good music does not have to remain underground.
diverse, 05 Jul 2008
i'll be quick in what i have to say: this album is diverse. It has everything. some soulful tracks, some poppy-little-bit-commercial tracks and some pure street bass-heavy hip-hop.
best track on the album for me: A Milli (this is the heaviest track i've heard in a long time)
Hip-Hop is not dead.
Games Goin Out In Style, 20 Oct 2008
LAX is a MUST buy album for Game and Hip-Hop fans.
I disagree with the people complaining about there is to many tracks.
There is alot of tracks but each one of them is good so too many tracks isnt something i would complain about.
Most Recognisable tracks are Games Pain Ft Keyshia Cole
My Life Ft Lil Wayne
Dope Boys Ft Travis Barker
And Big Dreams ( Deluxe Adition only )
Hip-Hop Legends such as Ice Cube, Nas and Raekwon Feature.
Aswell as other artists such as Lil Wayne, Ne-Yo and Ludacris among others.
LAX is a must buy album and i would recomend it to anyone.
There is a Deluxe adition to this album which features 4 more songs than the original.
1. Big Dreams
2. Camera Phone ft Ne-Yo
3. Nice Ft Newz
4. Spanglish
These are nice additons but i wouldnt go out of your way to buy the Deluxe adition as the original has enough tracks on it to keep any one entertained.
There is not a bad track on LAX and is a must buy for Hip-Hop fans.
Best Game album yet, 05 Oct 2008
This album is brilliant, it is much better than the doctors advictate mainly because he does not go on about Dre on each track, this is his own work and it shows how good he is, there is no bad track on this album so i reccomend it highly
Some class production, 29 Sep 2008
Just to second what others have said...
Yes, this album does have too many tracks, and as a result some aren't as good as others. However, they're ALL listenable, and several tracks are game at his best. The production behind some of the tracks is brilliant, and his rapping style is true, compared with that of 50 cents bubble gum rap.
Anyone who was a fan of the first albums should DEFINATELY give this a chance. Tracks to look out for include Money, Big Dreams, My Life, Angel, State of Emergency (california aint a state...it's an army lol) and many more.
Don't Retire!, 13 Sep 2008
I love this album and it just proves again for the 3rd time of what a great lyricist The Game is. It's an all round rich album, however he does tend to drift off into sounding like other rappers again in one or two tracks (refer to the 2nd verse of 'Never Can Say Goodbye' where he sounds like Biggie, just like he sounded like Dr.Dre on Devils Advocate) Nevertheless, it's worth the money.
Songs to listen out for:
Lax Files
My Life (touching song, great lyrics)
Money
Let Us Live
Touchdown
Dope Boys (Best Track in my opinion)
Game's Pain
Songs to Skip:
Cali Sunshine
Ya Heard (dissapointing track, surprising as I woulda thought a Ludacris/Game collabo woulda been hotter)
And another thing, The Game shoulda got someone else to do the intro and outro, DMX sounds ridiculous when infact, he's actually saying something serious!
Good Album (Download individual tracks), 12 Sep 2008
Let's put it out there first, the album is too long. Too many tracks trying to achieve too many things and I think that is because there is little singular purpose on the album unlike Doctor's Advocate. The Game said he recorded 220 songs for this album - it kinda shows.
BUT the album is still very enjoyable. The Game is an able rapper who has done great appearances for Nas among others. As a result of these collaborations there are no fewer than 13 credited guests on the album. It even starts with a prayer from DMX!
Best track for me is Angel ft. Common which seemed like an unlikely pairing (other goodies include My Life ft. the obligatory Lil Wayne, Ya Heard ft. Ludacris, Game's Pain ft. Keyshia Cole, Letter to the King ft. Nas- on the deluxe version Big Dreams). There are a few excellent tracks on this album but they seem few and far between split by a lot of padding and weak, weak songs.
AGAIN rappers seem to think that value for money for a record means giving the buyer quantity and not quality. If you were a big fan of Doctor's Advocate and The Documentary then you won't be disappointed as such (hence the four stars) but you will be left in anticipation for a while waiting for something potent and poetic, of which is The Game is capable.
I think the weaker tracks ride on predictable themes in hip hop now like the track Money which is saved by a good sample production by Cool & Dre who produce a lot on the album.
I would buy individual tracks but not the album as a whole. The individual tracks are good but you have to sift through and I reckon most people who buy/download the album will do a lot of skipping. As an album, if this is The Game's last work, it doesn't leave a lasting impression.
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Paper Trail
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TI;
Atlantic;
2008-09-29;
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Customer Reviews
Bring Back The Old Carters , 20 Oct 2008
The Carter 3 is a good album , but is Waynes weakest by far.
If you havnt heard the old Carters then i suggest that you listen to them before claiming C3 is Waynes greatest album.
Dont get me wrong C3 is still a top album ( 5 Stars ) but i think it is highly overated.
Most Recognisable Tracks include Lil Waynes hit Lollipop Ft Static Major.
A Millie
And Got Money Ft T-Pain
Artist such as Juelz Santana, Fabolous, Bobby Valentino and Jay-Z also feature among others.
I recomend this album to anyone but suggest that listeners also listen to Waynes early work Eg. The Carters 1 & 2 , 500 Degreez.
Also Waynes Mixtapes Eg. The Droughts , Dedications , The Leaks.
Wayne has SURPRISED ME!!, 29 Aug 2008
What can i say? I'm not a fan of Lil Wayne probably because of his "I'm the greatest rapper alive" which he clearly isn't, but this album has made me think that he may not be the best but he definitely can rap now! I don't like all his songs but a few of them do have a vibe of flow and hard hitting lyrics. I have liked his previous music from past years, this man definitely can be put into top 20 rappers of all time, he is the first pure artist since Mr. Slim Shady but don't be foolish because he doesn't come close to Tupac, Eminem, Nas and a few others. Those are the Untouchables.
Not saying Wayne is average but I don't see him trading lyrical content with Eminem and winning.
This is the Carter, 27 Aug 2008
Great Album. Everytime I get into my car I start at track 15, Fabolous kills that with his Wayans Brother Rhyme.
I have been a Lil Wayne fan since the Hot Boys and he came into his own with THE CARTER album. This is the Carter is an all time classic single.
I just wish Mannie Fresh did some production on this album, that would have made it perfect.
Great Album, do not judge it by the Lollipop Single (Which I think is rubbish), it was made for the mainstream.
What the hell is wrong with people?, 16 Jul 2008
A powerful rich white man sits in his leather chair atop his huge music empire. Prising a Cuban cigar from his mouth, he smiles as he approaches the young black man that has just entered his office. The young black man awkwardly accepts the rich white man's offer of a handshake. The white man excitedly urges the young black man to sit down. His excitement increases upon the sight of the loose-fitting apparel and silver chain donned by the young black man.
"So how are you going to make us richer?" the powerful white man asks, aroused now as he notices a bullet scar on the left side of the young black man's neck.
"Well, I want my lyrics to inspire kids to stay clear of guns, drugs and violen..."
"Get out."
The next day, the same powerful, rich white man is smoking his cigar. Another young black man enters the building. Awkwardly dressed in a suit, the rich white man offers a less-than-enthusiastic handshake. The young black man seems uneasy with the gesture, but eventually unfolds his arms and reaches out his left hand. The rich white man surveys the black man, noting with dismay a lack of scars. He asks the same question as they both sit down.
"So how are you going to make us richer?"
The young black man thinks for awhile, before answering:
"Well, I want to rap about bitches and killing niggas and shi..."
"I'll have you on MTV this afternoon."
The sad fact is, record company execs do not want to distribute to the mainstream audience hip-hop that is thought-provoking and intelligent, free of violence, doused with hope. Those artists that do convey such a message are relegated to smaller labels or merely recieve limited exposure. The argument that they are simply supplying to the demand of their audience is not a valid one. These people have the power and influence to control what the audience demands. Were labels, radio and music-channels to continually expose the likes of Common, Immortal Technique, Lyrics Born, Atmosphere, Talib Kweli, The Roots, Jurassic 5, Blackalicious, Nas etc. to the same extent that they do the likes of Soulja Boy or Lil Wayne, there is no doubt that the audience's demands would change.
Unfortunately, that is not, and possibly never will be, the case. Instead of offering young kids positive role models, inspiring aspirations that do not involve bitches, guns and violence, the people with the power continue to put their backing into illiterate dumb thugs. We don't want to see black people as intelligent and inspirational! No, we want them to continue appearing as violent and uneducated, as a threat to our society.
This guy Lil Wayne is just another example of this racist mechanism that continues to pump out mind-numbingly awful black musicians. He has the lyrical writing ability of a 5-year old; lines about bitches and not being "no homo" are constantly ended with swear words, such is his inability to rhyme properly. The generic Southern beats do nothing to set him apart from his equally-moronic peers Lil Jon and T-Pain. Yet, he recieves the exposure and all the hype. That this album could even be considered the finest of the year, a year in which sees Nas return to form with his incredible Unitled album, simply highlights how widespread this problem has become.
Hip-Hop is not dead. Behind the morons parading on TV with their bling-out teeth, intelligible lyrics and booty-shaking "ho's", there is a huge base of intelligent, conscious rappers. Hip-hop is alive and well; unfortunately those that continue to breathe new life into it are cast aside, labelled "left-field" and "underground", ignored by the powerful rich white people who define the demands of a dumbed-down generation. You can help however by ignoring this terrible artist and his ilk, and searching for the aforementioned talents that are so abundant within this genre. Good music does not have to remain underground.
diverse, 05 Jul 2008
i'll be quick in what i have to say: this album is diverse. It has everything. some soulful tracks, some poppy-little-bit-commercial tracks and some pure street bass-heavy hip-hop.
best track on the album for me: A Milli (this is the heaviest track i've heard in a long time)
Hip-Hop is not dead.
Games Goin Out In Style, 20 Oct 2008
LAX is a MUST buy album for Game and Hip-Hop fans.
I disagree with the people complaining about there is to many tracks.
There is alot of tracks but each one of them is good so too many tracks isnt something i would complain about.
Most Recognisable tracks are Games Pain Ft Keyshia Cole
My Life Ft Lil Wayne
Dope Boys Ft Travis Barker
And Big Dreams ( Deluxe Adition only )
Hip-Hop Legends such as Ice Cube, Nas and Raekwon Feature.
Aswell as other artists such as Lil Wayne, Ne-Yo and Ludacris among others.
LAX is a must buy album and i would recomend it to anyone.
There is a Deluxe adition to this album which features 4 more songs than the original.
1. Big Dreams
2. Camera Phone ft Ne-Yo
3. Nice Ft Newz
4. Spanglish
These are nice additons but i wouldnt go out of your way to buy the Deluxe adition as the original has enough tracks on it to keep any one entertained.
There is not a bad track on LAX and is a must buy for Hip-Hop fans.
Best Game album yet, 05 Oct 2008
This album is brilliant, it is much better than the doctors advictate mainly because he does not go on about Dre on each track, this is his own work and it shows how good he is, there is no bad track on this album so i reccomend it highly
Some class production, 29 Sep 2008
Just to second what others have said...
Yes, this album does have too many tracks, and as a result some aren't as good as others. However, they're ALL listenable, and several tracks are game at his best. The production behind some of the tracks is brilliant, and his rapping style is true, compared with that of 50 cents bubble gum rap.
Anyone who was a fan of the first albums should DEFINATELY give this a chance. Tracks to look out for include Money, Big Dreams, My Life, Angel, State of Emergency (california aint a state...it's an army lol) and many more.
Don't Retire!, 13 Sep 2008
I love this album and it just proves again for the 3rd time of what a great lyricist The Game is. It's an all round rich album, however he does tend to drift off into sounding like other rappers again in one or two tracks (refer to the 2nd verse of 'Never Can Say Goodbye' where he sounds like Biggie, just like he sounded like Dr.Dre on Devils Advocate) Nevertheless, it's worth the money.
Songs to listen out for:
Lax Files
My Life (touching song, great lyrics)
Money
Let Us Live
Touchdown
Dope Boys (Best Track in my opinion)
Game's Pain
Songs to Skip:
Cali Sunshine
Ya Heard (dissapointing track, surprising as I woulda thought a Ludacris/Game collabo woulda been hotter)
And another thing, The Game shoulda got someone else to do the intro and outro, DMX sounds ridiculous when infact, he's actually saying something serious!
Good Album (Download individual tracks), 12 Sep 2008
Let's put it out there first, the album is too long. Too many tracks trying to achieve too many things and I think that is because there is little singular purpose on the album unlike Doctor's Advocate. The Game said he recorded 220 songs for this album - it kinda shows.
BUT the album is still very enjoyable. The Game is an able rapper who has done great appearances for Nas among others. As a result of these collaborations there are no fewer than 13 credited guests on the album. It even starts with a prayer from DMX!
Best track for me is Angel ft. Common which seemed like an unlikely pairing (other goodies include My Life ft. the obligatory Lil Wayne, Ya Heard ft. Ludacris, Game's Pain ft. Keyshia Cole, Letter to the King ft. Nas- on the deluxe version Big Dreams). There are a few excellent tracks on this album but they seem few and far between split by a lot of padding and weak, weak songs.
AGAIN rappers seem to think that value for money for a record means giving the buyer quantity and not quality. If you were a big fan of Doctor's Advocate and The Documentary then you won't be disappointed as such (hence the four stars) but you will be left in anticipation for a while waiting for something potent and poetic, of which is The Game is capable.
I think the weaker tracks ride on predictable themes in hip hop now like the track Money which is saved by a good sample production by Cool & Dre who produce a lot on the album.
I would buy individual tracks but not the album as a whole. The individual tracks are good but you have to sift through and I reckon most people who buy/download the album will do a lot of skipping. As an album, if this is The Game's last work, it doesn't leave a lasting impression.
All Good In Da Hood, 10 Nov 2008
The song 'Dead and Gone' is the standout track on the album!
Lil Wayne sounds awful on 'Swagga Like Us' and if you heard that before Tha Carter 3 then I don't think he would've sold a quarter than what he has.
A solid album from TI with enough Raw tracks and a couple of Radio Friendly songs thrown in for him to make his $$$.
His BEST ALBUM yet. Period., 14 Oct 2008
His best album yet without a doubt. This album has so much to offer and if it is T.I.'s last album (and 6th) then he's done very well indeed with a plethora of A-star producers and guest features. However, T.I. manages to stand out throughout. Lyrically T.I. is very strong on the album which probably reflects the fact he has resumed writing his lyrics down. Considering his personal drama in the last year, this album was highly-anticipated and does not fail to deliver after a rather boring T.I.P. vs. T.I. -- It is hard to discuss each track in detail but below are what I consider to be the stand out tracks:
Whatever You Like: This is an excellent song which is really radio friendly. Again T.I. sounds relaxed and effortless on this track.
Live Ya Life ft. Rihanna: Rihanna was a great choice for this song not just because she is everywhere at the moment. Just Blaze does great production and T.I. delivers great lyrics which are positive and shows that he has matured in his genre. Great party track too and for blaring out of your car like I have all weekend.
No Matter What: produced by Danja (think Justin Timberlake, Madonna, Britney, anything Timbaland has done for about 3 years now). This is my favourite song on the album and it is probably the most personal for T.I. as well.
Swagga Like Us ft. Kanye West, Jay Z and Lil Wayne: this is a really good track, booming production by Kanye West. Nevermind all these veterans and A-star rapper, T.I. still sounds the strongest (then Jay Z, K West and Lil W). Considering that these guys are all probably going to go head-to-head for Best Hip Hop Album of the year at the Grammys in 2009, this song is apt for them to be on.
On Top Of the World ft. Ludacris / Slide Show ft. John Legend: both these songs deserve a mention. T.I. and Ludacris have joined together to make an excellent song as Kings of the South while John Legend sounds so smooth like liquid on this track.
This is a stand-out album and should be on your must buy list very soon. I cannot recommend it more highly. 4.5 stars.
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Curtain Call - The Hits
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Eminem;
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Customer Reviews
Bring Back The Old Carters , 20 Oct 2008
The Carter 3 is a good album , but is Waynes weakest by far.
If you havnt heard the old Carters then i suggest that you listen to them before claiming C3 is Waynes greatest album.
Dont get me wrong C3 is still a top album ( 5 Stars ) but i think it is highly overated.
Most Recognisable Tracks include Lil Waynes hit Lollipop Ft Static Major.
A Millie
And Got Money Ft T-Pain
Artist such as Juelz Santana, Fabolous, Bobby Valentino and Jay-Z also feature among others.
I recomend this album to anyone but suggest that listeners also listen to Waynes early work Eg. The Carters 1 & 2 , 500 Degreez.
Also Waynes Mixtapes Eg. The Droughts , Dedications , The Leaks.
Wayne has SURPRISED ME!!, 29 Aug 2008
What can i say? I'm not a fan of Lil Wayne probably because of his "I'm the greatest rapper alive" which he clearly isn't, but this album has made me think that he may not be the best but he definitely can rap now! I don't like all his songs but a few of them do have a vibe of flow and hard hitting lyrics. I have liked his previous music from past years, this man definitely can be put into top 20 rappers of all time, he is the first pure artist since Mr. Slim Shady but don't be foolish because he doesn't come close to Tupac, Eminem, Nas and a few others. Those are the Untouchables.
Not saying Wayne is average but I don't see him trading lyrical content with Eminem and winning.
This is the Carter, 27 Aug 2008
Great Album. Everytime I get into my car I start at track 15, Fabolous kills that with his Wayans Brother Rhyme.
I have been a Lil Wayne fan since the Hot Boys and he came into his own with THE CARTER album. This is the Carter is an all time classic single.
I just wish Mannie Fresh did some production on this album, that would have made it perfect.
Great Album, do not judge it by the Lollipop Single (Which I think is rubbish), it was made for the mainstream.
What the hell is wrong with people?, 16 Jul 2008
A powerful rich white man sits in his leather chair atop his huge music empire. Prising a Cuban cigar from his mouth, he smiles as he approaches the young black man that has just entered his office. The young black man awkwardly accepts the rich white man's offer of a handshake. The white man excitedly urges the young black man to sit down. His excitement increases upon the sight of the loose-fitting apparel and silver chain donned by the young black man.
"So how are you going to make us richer?" the powerful white man asks, aroused now as he notices a bullet scar on the left side of the young black man's neck.
"Well, I want my lyrics to inspire kids to stay clear of guns, drugs and violen..."
"Get out."
The next day, the same powerful, rich white man is smoking his cigar. Another young black man enters the building. Awkwardly dressed in a suit, the rich white man offers a less-than-enthusiastic handshake. The young black man seems uneasy with the gesture, but eventually unfolds his arms and reaches out his left hand. The rich white man surveys the black man, noting with dismay a lack of scars. He asks the same question as they both sit down.
"So how are you going to make us richer?"
The young black man thinks for awhile, before answering:
"Well, I want to rap about bitches and killing niggas and shi..."
"I'll have you on MTV this afternoon."
The sad fact is, record company execs do not want to distribute to the mainstream audience hip-hop that is thought-provoking and intelligent, free of violence, doused with hope. Those artists that do convey such a message are relegated to smaller labels or merely recieve limited exposure. The argument that they are simply supplying to the demand of their audience is not a valid one. These people have the power and influence to control what the audience demands. Were labels, radio and music-channels to continually expose the likes of Common, Immortal Technique, Lyrics Born, Atmosphere, Talib Kweli, The Roots, Jurassic 5, Blackalicious, Nas etc. to the same extent that they do the likes of Soulja Boy or Lil Wayne, there is no doubt that the audience's demands would change.
Unfortunately, that is not, and possibly never will be, the case. Instead of offering young kids positive role models, inspiring aspirations that do not involve bitches, guns and violence, the people with the power continue to put their backing into illiterate dumb thugs. We don't want to see black people as intelligent and inspirational! No, we want them to continue appearing as violent and uneducated, as a threat to our society.
This guy Lil Wayne is just another example of this racist mechanism that continues to pump out mind-numbingly awful black musicians. He has the lyrical writing ability of a 5-year old; lines about bitches and not being "no homo" are constantly ended with swear words, such is his inability to rhyme properly. The generic Southern beats do nothing to set him apart from his equally-moronic peers Lil Jon and T-Pain. Yet, he recieves the exposure and all the hype. That this album could even be considered the finest of the year, a year in which sees Nas return to form with his incredible Unitled album, simply highlights how widespread this problem has become.
Hip-Hop is not dead. Behind the morons parading on TV with their bling-out teeth, intelligible lyrics and booty-shaking "ho's", there is a huge base of intelligent, conscious rappers. Hip-hop is alive and well; unfortunately those that continue to breathe new life into it are cast aside, labelled "left-field" and "underground", ignored by the powerful rich white people who define the demands of a dumbed-down generation. You can help however by ignoring this terrible artist and his ilk, and searching for the aforementioned talents that are so abundant within this genre. Good music does not have to remain underground.
diverse, 05 Jul 2008
i'll be quick in what i have to say: this album is diverse. It has everything. some soulful tracks, some poppy-little-bit-commercial tracks and some pure street bass-heavy hip-hop.
best track on the album for me: A Milli (this is the heaviest track i've heard in a long time)
Hip-Hop is not dead.
Games Goin Out In Style, 20 Oct 2008
LAX is a MUST buy album for Game and Hip-Hop fans.
I disagree with the people complaining about there is to many tracks.
There is alot of tracks but each one of them is good so too many tracks isnt something i would complain about.
Most Recognisable tracks are Games Pain Ft Keyshia Cole
My Life Ft Lil Wayne
Dope Boys Ft Travis Barker
And Big Dreams ( Deluxe Adition only )
Hip-Hop Legends such as Ice Cube, Nas and Raekwon Feature.
Aswell as other artists such as Lil Wayne, Ne-Yo and Ludacris among others.
LAX is a must buy album and i would recomend it to anyone.
There is a Deluxe adition to this album which features 4 more songs than the original.
1. Big Dreams
2. Camera Phone ft Ne-Yo
3. Nice Ft Newz
4. Spanglish
These are nice additons but i wouldnt go out of your way to buy the Deluxe adition as the original has enough tracks on it to keep any one entertained.
There is not a bad track on LAX and is a must buy for Hip-Hop fans.
Best Game album yet, 05 Oct 2008
This album is brilliant, it is much better than the doctors advictate mainly because he does not go on about Dre on each track, this is his own work and it shows how good he is, there is no bad track on this album so i reccomend it highly
Some class production, 29 Sep 2008
Just to second what others have said...
Yes, this album does have too many tracks, and as a result some aren't as good as others. However, they're ALL listenable, and several tracks are game at his best. The production behind some of the tracks is brilliant, and his rapping style is true, compared with that of 50 cents bubble gum rap.
Anyone who was a fan of the first albums should DEFINATELY give this a chance. Tracks to look out for include Money, Big Dreams, My Life, Angel, State of Emergency (california aint a state...it's an army lol) and many more.
Don't Retire!, 13 Sep 2008
I love this album and it just proves again for the 3rd time of what a great lyricist The Game is. It's an all round rich album, however he does tend to drift off into sounding like other rappers again in one or two tracks (refer to the 2nd verse of 'Never Can Say Goodbye' where he sounds like Biggie, just like he sounded like Dr.Dre on Devils Advocate) Nevertheless, it's worth the money.
Songs to listen out for:
Lax Files
My Life (touching song, great lyrics)
Money
Let Us Live
Touchdown
Dope Boys (Best Track in my opinion)
Game's Pain
Songs to Skip:
Cali Sunshine
Ya Heard (dissapointing track, surprising as I woulda thought a Ludacris/Game collabo woulda been hotter)
And another thing, The Game shoulda got someone else to do the intro and outro, DMX sounds ridiculous when infact, he's actually saying something serious!
Good Album (Download individual tracks), 12 Sep 2008
Let's put it out there first, the album is too long. Too many tracks trying to achieve too many things and I think that is because there is little singular purpose on the album unlike Doctor's Advocate. The Game said he recorded 220 songs for this album - it kinda shows.
BUT the album is still very enjoyable. The Game is an able rapper who has done great appearances for Nas among others. As a result of these collaborations there are no fewer than 13 credited guests on the album. It even starts with a prayer from DMX!
Best track for me is Angel ft. Common which seemed like an unlikely pairing (other goodies include My Life ft. the obligatory Lil Wayne, Ya Heard ft. Ludacris, Game's Pain ft. Keyshia Cole, Letter to the King ft. Nas- on the deluxe version Big Dreams). There are a few excellent tracks on this album but they seem few and far between split by a lot of padding and weak, weak songs.
AGAIN rappers seem to think that value for money for a record means giving the buyer quantity and not quality. If you were a big fan of Doctor's Advocate and The Documentary then you won't be disappointed as such (hence the four stars) but you will be left in anticipation for a while waiting for something potent and poetic, of which is The Game is capable.
I think the weaker tracks ride on predictable themes in hip hop now like the track Money which is saved by a good sample production by Cool & Dre who produce a lot on the album.
I would buy individual tracks but not the album as a whole. The individual tracks are good but you have to sift through and I reckon most people who buy/download the album will do a lot of skipping. As an album, if this is The Game's last work, it doesn't leave a lasting impression.
All Good In Da Hood, 10 Nov 2008
The song 'Dead and Gone' is the standout track on the album!
Lil Wayne sounds awful on 'Swagga Like Us' and if you heard that before Tha Carter 3 then I don't think he would've sold a quarter than what he has.
A solid album from TI with enough Raw tracks and a couple of Radio Friendly songs thrown in for him to make his $$$.
His BEST ALBUM yet. Period., 14 Oct 2008
His best album yet without a doubt. This album has so much to offer and if it is T.I.'s last album (and 6th) then he's done very well indeed with a plethora of A-star producers and guest features. However, T.I. manages to stand out throughout. Lyrically T.I. is very strong on the album which probably reflects the fact he has resumed writing his lyrics down. Considering his personal drama in the last year, this album was highly-anticipated and does not fail to deliver after a rather boring T.I.P. vs. T.I. -- It is hard to discuss each track in detail but below are what I consider to be the stand out tracks:
Whatever You Like: This is an excellent song which is really radio friendly. Again T.I. sounds relaxed and effortless on this track.
Live Ya Life ft. Rihanna: Rihanna was a great choice for this song not just because she is everywhere at the moment. Just Blaze does great production and T.I. delivers great lyrics which are positive and shows that he has matured in his genre. Great party track too and for blaring out of your car like I have all weekend.
No Matter What: produced by Danja (think Justin Timberlake, Madonna, Britney, anything Timbaland has done for about 3 years now). This is my favourite song on the album and it is probably the most personal for T.I. as well.
Swagga Like Us ft. Kanye West, Jay Z and Lil Wayne: this is a really good track, booming production by Kanye West. Nevermind all these veterans and A-star rapper, T.I. still sounds the strongest (then Jay Z, K West and Lil W). Considering that these guys are all probably going to go head-to-head for Best Hip Hop Album of the year at the Grammys in 2009, this song is apt for them to be on.
On Top Of the World ft. Ludacris / Slide Show ft. John Legend: both these songs deserve a mention. T.I. and Ludacris have joined together to make an excellent song as Kings of the South while John Legend sounds so smooth like liquid on this track.
This is a stand-out album and should be on your must buy list very soon. I cannot recommend it more highly. 4.5 stars.
WHEN IM GONE REMEMBER THIS, 29 Sep 2007
Eminem is my favirute singer ever and this is one of my faviruta albums all the wicked songs dudes,Came out on my birthday as well im a p.i.m.p one bad thing though wheres ass like that because i love that song
Almost all killer, but some filler, 29 Jun 2007
In many respects I wish that Eminem rapped in a language I didn't understand...
Eight years, more controversy than JFK, and here we are. End of the line. Released for the pre Christmas gasp, yet in the post Christmas cigarette break, "Curtain Call" is... pretty darn good. No doubt it pleases the fans and bookend's Eminem's prolific career with a cash cow, but, but... BUT...
Firstly, of the three new songs they're almost all absolute rubbish. "Fack" is the immature ramblings of a grown millionaire going "oooooh Girls!". I wouldn't even think drivel like this, let alone release it. But then again, it's all about The T & The A.
...."I wanna facking fack
No, not f**k
I said fack
F A C K F A C K
fack fack fack facking freak me"....
Voice of a generation, there, kids. All you need is love.
"Shake That" is a Nate Dogg song with Eminem guesting at the odd point. Basically filler. And there's no space for filler on a best of. None. Joe Strummer was right, again. There's no space for hesitation, procrastination, timewastin'. A record is a military assault : use the time well or not at all.
But what about the rest? Well, it's almost all killer. In many respects I wish that Eminem rapped in a language I didn't understand. Then I could marvel at his rhythmic and aural dexterity and sonic eloquence. Instead I listen to him making juvenile rubbish about Facking, and abusing his talents as a wordsmith. The words, when he's not held hostage by his libido are fantastic : devastating the hypocrisy of The First World with an accuracy rarely seen. With a righteous fury not unleashed sine the golden years of Public Enemy when they were a weapon of mass destruction.
And then he writes about killing his wife, chopping her up, and burying her at sea. Give 'em enough rope. But aside from this, Eminem is without doubt probably the best high profile rapper in the world right now. A furious and eloquent political commentator on the dying days of a corrupt empire. The way he uncurls words like a machine gun, with the jibber jabber pitter patter of an AK-47, the words sitting on top of rhythms that sound like illadvised hiphop remixes of Martika, Aerosmith, and Led Zeppelin but expose the other thing I despise about modern hiphoprnbrap - the inability to write anything original.
I know. But hear this out. The memorable bits from these songs, the bits we sing, are taken from well known rock standards like "Dream On", "Toy Soldiers", that one by Dido, or - in the case of a morally and artistically bankrupt vampire - the entire of a Police song.
All I need to be a rapper is the Dub mix of New Order's "Blue Monday", splice up the beats a little, and yell about "chicks on my d**k they loving my wit you know I cant stop git gotta admit at the bar or the car feel like a star my fingers on her I'm above par her number one private porno star this is a hit she's my number one we be having fun.."
I just wrote a number one. Worked for Slim Shady anyway. All I got to do now is be dead for a decade, and the charts'll be my pigtailed gin n juice beatch.
Does what it says on the tin..., 06 Jun 2007
I've seen a few reviews here complaining that this CD only includes Eminem's 'pop' output and doesn't showcase his (in their opinion) best work. I'd like to draw their attention to the subtitle- "The Hits". This is a CD of Eminem's hits. 'Pop' is short for popular. Popular things become hits. Do you see where I'm going with this? If the subtitle were "The Best Of" I would understand. But it isn't.
If you like Eminem's hits then you'll like this. I do, and I do.
If you have trouble understanding what "hits" means, then buy a dictionary. :)
A bit meh.., 04 Dec 2006
Too much of the commercial pop stuff...no where near his top work. Fack was a good laugh and a good listen. Ass Like That was an ok party track but nothing stood out compared to some of his earlier work.
Bring back Marshall the artist and get rid of the lame pop songs...he needs to drop the dead weights(D12)and start producing something to get the media in a frenzy again.
Greatest Hits???, 15 Jul 2006
Curtain Call is ment to be a greatest hits for Eminem, however they seem to have left out most of the songs that show Eminem's true ability.
However, the two added tracks "Fack" and "When Im Gone" arent that bad. Fack is more of his childish side, but "When Im Gone" is probably some of the best work he has done, it is a great track. There is also "Stan" performed live with Elton John. With Elton singing the parts of Dido. The track is great, apart from the occasionaly crowd noise.
But overall, such tracks like "Kill You" arent on the single CD version, which is a shame. Neither is "Renegade" (a track performed with Jay Z on the second CD), and also on Jay Z's Blueprint album. The album is more of a collection of commercial tracks that he released as singles. In my opinion its not a bad album, but if your an eminem fan and prefer the more rap tracks than his more poppy commerical tracks, this album is not for you.
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Customer Reviews
Bring Back The Old Carters , 20 Oct 2008
The Carter 3 is a good album , but is Waynes weakest by far.
If you havnt heard the old Carters then i suggest that you listen to them before claiming C3 is Waynes greatest album.
Dont get me wrong C3 is still a top album ( 5 Stars ) but i think it is highly overated.
Most Recognisable Tracks include Lil Waynes hit Lollipop Ft Static Major.
A Millie
And Got Money Ft T-Pain
Artist such as Juelz Santana, Fabolous, Bobby Valentino and Jay-Z also feature among others.
I recomend this album to anyone but suggest that listeners also listen to Waynes early work Eg. The Carters 1 & 2 , 500 Degreez.
Also Waynes Mixtapes Eg. The Droughts , Dedications , The Leaks.
Wayne has SURPRISED ME!!, 29 Aug 2008
What can i say? I'm not a fan of Lil Wayne probably because of his "I'm the greatest rapper alive" which he clearly isn't, but this album has made me think that he may not be the best but he definitely can rap now! I don't like all his songs but a few of them do have a vibe of flow and hard hitting lyrics. I have liked his previous music from past years, this man definitely can be put into top 20 rappers of all time, he is the first pure artist since Mr. Slim Shady but don't be foolish because he doesn't come close to Tupac, Eminem, Nas and a few others. Those are the Untouchables.
Not saying Wayne is average but I don't see him trading lyrical content with Eminem and winning.
This is the Carter, 27 Aug 2008
Great Album. Everytime I get into my car I start at track 15, Fabolous kills that with his Wayans Brother Rhyme.
I have been a Lil Wayne fan since the Hot Boys and he came into his own with THE CARTER album. This is the Carter is an all time classic single.
I just wish Mannie Fresh did some production on this album, that would have made it perfect.
Great Album, do not judge it by the Lollipop Single (Which I think is rubbish), it was made for the mainstream.
What the hell is wrong with people?, 16 Jul 2008
A powerful rich white man sits in his leather chair atop his huge music empire. Prising a Cuban cigar from his mouth, he smiles as he approaches the young black man that has just entered his office. The young black man awkwardly accepts the rich white man's offer of a handshake. The white man excitedly urges the young black man to sit down. His excitement increases upon the sight of the loose-fitting apparel and silver chain donned by the young black man.
"So how are you going to make us richer?" the powerful white man asks, aroused now as he notices a bullet scar on the left side of the young black man's neck.
"Well, I want my lyrics to inspire kids to stay clear of guns, drugs and violen..."
"Get out."
The next day, the same powerful, rich white man is smoking his cigar. Another young black man enters the building. Awkwardly dressed in a suit, the rich white man offers a less-than-enthusiastic handshake. The young black man seems uneasy with the gesture, but eventually unfolds his arms and reaches out his left hand. The rich white man surveys the black man, noting with dismay a lack of scars. He asks the same question as they both sit down.
"So how are you going to make us richer?"
The young black man thinks for awhile, before answering:
"Well, I want to rap about bitches and killing niggas and shi..."
"I'll have you on MTV this afternoon."
The sad fact is, record company execs do not want to distribute to the mainstream audience hip-hop that is thought-provoking and intelligent, free of violence, doused with hope. Those artists that do convey such a message are relegated to smaller labels or merely recieve limited exposure. The argument that they are simply supplying to the demand of their audience is not a valid one. These people have the power and influence to control what the audience demands. Were labels, radio and music-channels to continually expose the likes of Common, Immortal Technique, Lyrics Born, Atmosphere, Talib Kweli, The Roots, Jurassic 5, Blackalicious, Nas etc. to the same extent that they do the likes of Soulja Boy or Lil Wayne, there is no doubt that the audience's demands would change.
Unfortunately, that is not, and possibly never will be, the case. Instead of offering young kids positive role models, inspiring aspirations that do not involve bitches, guns and violence, the people with the power continue to put their backing into illiterate dumb thugs. We don't want to see black people as intelligent and inspirational! No, we want them to continue appearing as violent and uneducated, as a threat to our society.
This guy Lil Wayne is just another example of this racist mechanism that continues to pump out mind-numbingly awful black musicians. He has the lyrical writing ability of a 5-year old; lines about bitches and not being "no homo" are constantly ended with swear words, such is his inability to rhyme properly. The generic Southern beats do nothing to set him apart from his equally-moronic peers Lil Jon and T-Pain. Yet, he recieves the exposure and all the hype. That this album could even be considered the finest of the year, a year in which sees Nas return to form with his incredible Unitled album, simply highlights how widespread this problem has become.
Hip-Hop is not dead. Behind the morons parading on TV with their bling-out teeth, intelligible lyrics and booty-shaking "ho's", there is a huge base of intelligent, conscious rappers. Hip-hop is alive and well; unfortunately those that continue to breathe new life into it are cast aside, labelled "left-field" and "underground", ignored by the powerful rich white people who define the demands of a dumbed-down generation. You can help however by ignoring this terrible artist and his ilk, and searching for the aforementioned talents that are so abundant within this genre. Good music does not have to remain underground.
diverse, 05 Jul 2008
i'll be quick in what i have to say: this album is diverse. It has everything. some soulful tracks, some poppy-little-bit-commercial tracks and some pure street bass-heavy hip-hop.
best track on the album for me: A Milli (this is the heaviest track i've heard in a long time)
Hip-Hop is not dead.
Games Goin Out In Style, 20 Oct 2008
LAX is a MUST buy album for Game and Hip-Hop fans.
I disagree with the people complaining about there is to many tracks.
There is alot of tracks but each one of them is good so too many tracks isnt something i would complain about.
Most Recognisable tracks are Games Pain Ft Keyshia Cole
My Life Ft Lil Wayne
Dope Boys Ft Travis Barker
And Big Dreams ( Deluxe Adition only )
Hip-Hop Legends such as Ice Cube, Nas and Raekwon Feature.
Aswell as other artists such as Lil Wayne, Ne-Yo and Ludacris among others.
LAX is a must buy album and i would recomend it to anyone.
There is a Deluxe adition to this album which features 4 more songs than the original.
1. Big Dreams
2. Camera Phone ft Ne-Yo
3. Nice Ft Newz
4. Spanglish
These are nice additons but i wouldnt go out of your way to buy the Deluxe adition as the original has enough tracks on it to keep any one entertained.
There is not a bad track on LAX and is a must buy for Hip-Hop fans.
Best Game album yet, 05 Oct 2008
This album is brilliant, it is much better than the doctors advictate mainly because he does not go on about Dre on each track, this is his own work and it shows how good he is, there is no bad track on this album so i reccomend it highly
Some class production, 29 Sep 2008
Just to second what others have said...
Yes, this album does have too many tracks, and as a result some aren't as good as others. However, they're ALL listenable, and several tracks are game at his best. The production behind some of the tracks is brilliant, and his rapping style is true, compared with that of 50 cents bubble gum rap.
Anyone who was a fan of the first albums should DEFINATELY give this a chance. Tracks to look out for include Money, Big Dreams, My Life, Angel, State of Emergency (california aint a state...it's an army lol) and many more.
Don't Retire!, 13 Sep 2008
I love this album and it just proves again for the 3rd time of what a great lyricist The Game is. It's an all round rich album, however he does tend to drift off into sounding like other rappers again in one or two tracks (refer to the 2nd verse of 'Never Can Say Goodbye' where he sounds like Biggie, just like he sounded like Dr.Dre on Devils Advocate) Nevertheless, it's worth the money.
Songs to listen out for:
Lax Files
My Life (touching song, great lyrics)
Money
Let Us Live
Touchdown
Dope Boys (Best Track in my opinion)
Game's Pain
Songs to Skip:
Cali Sunshine
Ya Heard (dissapointing track, surprising as I woulda thought a Ludacris/Game collabo woulda been hotter)
And another thing, The Game shoulda got someone else to do the intro and outro, DMX sounds ridiculous when infact, he's actually saying something serious!
Good Album (Download individual tracks), 12 Sep 2008
Let's put it out there first, the album is too long. Too many tracks trying to achieve too many things and I think that is because there is little singular purpose on the album unlike Doctor's Advocate. The Game said he recorded 220 songs for this album - it kinda shows.
BUT the album is still very enjoyable. The Game is an able rapper who has done great appearances for Nas among others. As a result of these collaborations there are no fewer than 13 credited guests on the album. It even starts with a prayer from DMX!
Best track for me is Angel ft. Common which seemed like an unlikely pairing (other goodies include My Life ft. the obligatory Lil Wayne, Ya Heard ft. Ludacris, Game's Pain ft. Keyshia Cole, Letter to the King ft. Nas- on the deluxe version Big Dreams). There are a few excellent tracks on this album but they seem few and far between split by a lot of padding and weak, weak songs.
AGAIN rappers seem to think that value for money for a record means giving the buyer quantity and not quality. If you were a big fan of Doctor's Advocate and The Documentary then you won't be disappointed as such (hence the four stars) but you will be left in anticipation for a while waiting for something potent and poetic, of which is The Game is capable.
I think the weaker tracks ride on predictable themes in hip hop now like the track Money which is saved by a good sample production by Cool & Dre who produce a lot on the album.
I would buy individual tracks but not the album as a whole. The individual tracks are good but you have to sift through and I reckon most people who buy/download the album will do a lot of skipping. As an album, if this is The Game's last work, it doesn't leave a lasting impression.
All Good In Da Hood, 10 Nov 2008
The song 'Dead and Gone' is the standout track on the album!
Lil Wayne sounds awful on 'Swagga Like Us' and if you heard that before Tha Carter 3 then I don't think he would've sold a quarter than what he has.
A solid album from TI with enough Raw tracks and a couple of Radio Friendly songs thrown in for him to make his $$$.
His BEST ALBUM yet. Period., 14 Oct 2008
His best album yet without a doubt. This album has so much to offer and if it is T.I.'s last album (and 6th) then he's done very well indeed with a plethora of A-star producers and guest features. However, T.I. manages to stand out throughout. Lyrically T.I. is very strong on the album which probably reflects the fact he has resumed writing his lyrics down. Considering his personal drama in the last year, this album was highly-anticipated and does not fail to deliver after a rather boring T.I.P. vs. T.I. -- It is hard to discuss each track in detail but below are what I consider to be the stand out tracks:
Whatever You Like: This is an excellent song which is really radio friendly. Again T.I. sounds relaxed and effortless on this track.
Live Ya Life ft. Rihanna: Rihanna was a great choice for this song not just because she is everywhere at the moment. Just Blaze does great production and T.I. delivers great lyrics which are positive and shows that he has matured in his genre. Great party track too and for blaring out of your car like I have all weekend.
No Matter What: produced by Danja (think Justin Timberlake, Madonna, Britney, anything Timbaland has done for about 3 years now). This is my favourite song on the album and it is probably the most personal for T.I. as well.
Swagga Like Us ft. Kanye West, Jay Z and Lil Wayne: this is a really good track, booming production by Kanye West. Nevermind all these veterans and A-star rapper, T.I. still sounds the strongest (then Jay Z, K West and Lil W). Considering that these guys are all probably going to go head-to-head for Best Hip Hop Album of the year at the Grammys in 2009, this song is apt for them to be on.
On Top Of the World ft. Ludacris / Slide Show ft. John Legend: both these songs deserve a mention. T.I. and Ludacris have joined together to make an excellent song as Kings of the South while John Legend sounds so smooth like liquid on this track.
This is a stand-out album and should be on your must buy list very soon. I cannot recommend it more highly. 4.5 stars.
WHEN IM GONE REMEMBER THIS, 29 Sep 2007
Eminem is my favirute singer ever and this is one of my faviruta albums all the wicked songs dudes,Came out on my birthday as well im a p.i.m.p one bad thing though wheres ass like that because i love that song
Almost all killer, but some filler, 29 Jun 2007
In many respects I wish that Eminem rapped in a language I didn't understand...
Eight years, more controversy than JFK, and here we are. End of the line. Released for the pre Christmas gasp, yet in the post Christmas cigarette break, "Curtain Call" is... pretty darn good. No doubt it pleases the fans and bookend's Eminem's prolific career with a cash cow, but, but... BUT...
Firstly, of the three new songs they're almost all absolute rubbish. "Fack" is the immature ramblings of a grown millionaire going "oooooh Girls!". I wouldn't even think drivel like this, let alone release it. But then again, it's all about The T & The A.
...."I wanna facking fack
No, not f**k
I said fack
F A C K F A C K
fack fack fack facking freak me"....
Voice of a generation, there, kids. All you need is love.
"Shake That" is a Nate Dogg song with Eminem guesting at the odd point. Basically filler. And there's no space for filler on a best of. None. Joe Strummer was right, again. There's no space for hesitation, procrastination, timewastin'. A record is a military assault : use the time well or not at all.
But what about the rest? Well, it's almost all killer. In many respects I wish that Eminem rapped in a language I didn't understand. Then I could marvel at his rhythmic and aural dexterity and sonic eloquence. Instead I listen to him making juvenile rubbish about Facking, and abusing his talents as a wordsmith. The words, when he's not held hostage by his libido are fantastic : devastating the hypocrisy of The First World with an accuracy rarely seen. With a righteous fury not unleashed sine the golden years of Public Enemy when they were a weapon of mass destruction.
And then he writes about killing his wife, chopping her up, and burying her at sea. Give 'em enough rope. But aside from this, Eminem is without doubt probably the best high profile rapper in the world right now. A furious and eloquent political commentator on the dying days of a corrupt empire. The way he uncurls words like a machine gun, with the jibber jabber pitter patter of an AK-47, the words sitting on top of rhythms that sound like illadvised hiphop remixes of Martika, Aerosmith, and Led Zeppelin but expose the other thing I despise about modern hiphoprnbrap - the inability to write anything original.
I know. But hear this out. The memorable bits from these songs, the bits we sing, are taken from well known rock standards like "Dream On", "Toy Soldiers", that one by Dido, or - in the case of a morally and artistically bankrupt vampire - the entire of a Police song.
All I need to be a rapper is the Dub mix of New Order's "Blue Monday", splice up the beats a little, and yell about "chicks on my d**k they loving my wit you know I cant stop git gotta admit at the bar or the car feel like a star my fingers on her I'm above par her number one private porno star this is a hit she's my number one we be having fun.."
I just wrote a number one. Worked for Slim Shady anyway. All I got to do now is be dead for a decade, and the charts'll be my pigtailed gin n juice beatch.
Does what it says on the tin..., 06 Jun 2007
I've seen a few reviews here complaining that this CD only includes Eminem's 'pop' output and doesn't showcase his (in their opinion) best work. I'd like to draw their attention to the subtitle- "The Hits". This is a CD of Eminem's hits. 'Pop' is short for popular. Popular things become hits. Do you see where I'm going with this? If the subtitle were "The Best Of" I would understand. But it isn't.
If you like Eminem's hits then you'll like this. I do, and I do.
If you have trouble understanding what "hits" means, then buy a dictionary. :)
A bit meh.., 04 Dec 2006
Too much of the commercial pop stuff...no where near his top work. Fack was a good laugh and a good listen. Ass Like That was an ok party track but nothing stood out compared to some of his earlier work.
Bring back Marshall the artist and get rid of the lame pop songs...he needs to drop the dead weights(D12)and start producing something to get the media in a frenzy again.
Greatest Hits???, 15 Jul 2006
Curtain Call is ment to be a greatest hits for Eminem, however they seem to have left out most of the songs that show Eminem's true ability.
However, the two added tracks "Fack" and "When Im Gone" arent that bad. Fack is more of his childish side, but "When Im Gone" is probably some of the best work he has done, it is a great track. There is also "Stan" performed live with Elton John. With Elton singing the parts of Dido. The track is great, apart from the occasionaly crowd noise.
But overall, such tracks like "Kill You" arent on the single CD version, which is a shame. Neither is "Renegade" (a track performed with Jay Z on the second CD), and also on Jay Z's Blueprint album. The album is more of a collection of commercial tracks that he released as singles. In my opinion its not a bad album, but if your an eminem fan and prefer the more rap tracks than his more poppy commerical tracks, this album is not for you.
So Good It's Almost Frightening, 23 Oct 2008
Let me sum this album up for you: it is the best album that's been released in the 21st Century so far. I'm not kidding! Nas has always shown glimpses of greatness but he's not managed to be really consistent since his excellent debut Illmatic. He's only had 'moments' of greatness. But then came Hip Hop Is Dead which was a very very strong CD. I feared Nasty Nas would fall off again and retreat to making mediocre tunes but he came back even harder with Untitled. Wow! His lyrical genius, cleverness and uniqueness are fully shown off here. Listen to Jay-Z or Lil' Wayne and then listen to this and you will see that Nas is simply in a league of his own. Although he dropped out of school aged 13, he's clearly managed to educate himself well. This CD is peppered with references to black history - Nas's knowledge of black American history is impeccable and as far as the history of black music goes, the man is a walking encyclopedia.
The CD is a meditation on the N word. Exploring its history, its meaning today and much more. The entire effort is filled with attitude, sass, anger, hope and hot, hot tunes. It is the album you always hoped Nas would one day release. Standout tracks are Black President (I hope Obama is flattered) where Nas puts a sample from Tupac's Changes to brilliant use; Testify; the current single Hero; N-I-G-G-E-R and ...actually every track is a standout track. Seriously. BUY THIS NOW.
average, 30 Jul 2008
This album is very disappointing compared to other nas albums..yes lyrically nas is on point as usual and delivers some great lyrics..unfortunately the production on this album is seriously mediocre..nas last couple of album especially have had top producers like kanye etc this however has largelly a roster of unknown producers who deliver some shockingly bad bland beats. thers a couple of tracks to be liked..like america but a lot of it is boring indeed.
Get nas last album..its way better than this
Nas' best album, 23 Jul 2008
To say this is Nas' best album is an understatement. After the controversy as to what the album title was going to be there was a lot of pressure for him to pull together a solid tight album. Importantly and long overdue, this album discusses the history, social complexity and street rule regarding the N word and, to be honest, it could not have come from someone with more erudite and articulate (runners up would be Common, Talib Kweli, Mos Def and Ice Cube)
First theme side: This is fairly radio friendly but without much of the kind of material wealth normal talk that you usually get in mainstream hip hop music. Even the Polow Da Don produced lead single "Hero" featuring the Keri Hilson (who is fairly popular now) has a conscious thread discussing the controversy behind the former album name and poses the question of what chance do younger generations have if veterans are not allowed freedom of speech, discussion etc. "Make The World Go Round" (Cool & Dre & The Game production) with Chris Brown and The Game is another lighter production track where The Game's verse is hard to differentiate from Nas' which gives The Game a lot of credit. Chris Brown's voice is not really distinctive (!) and is heavily distorted. The track is very listenable. "Hero" is clearly the most commercial-radio song on the album but still fits in nicely and illustrates Nas' skill as a radio MC and a MC that can credibly discuss serious issues in black culture, politics etc.
Second theme: The album is very political with "Black President" - clearly is focused on Barack Obama, "America" and "Testify" - discussing institutional racism, "Sly Fox" - think Bill O'Reilly and his clique, which lyrical shots in all direction but very focused at the same time. N.I.*.*.E.R (The Slave and the Master) is another excellent track which analyses the same eponymous matter.
Others: one of my favourite tracks is Fried Chicken which somehow manages to weave and mock sexual and dietary stereotypes at the same time with Busta Rhymes.
There is not much of the typical hip hop swagger in terms of how fast is my car, look at my rims and being derogatory about women but rather the album is trying to push the boundaries. Nas really has not made an album that is more time relevant and yet the themes in his messages are perennial and will not age. I am glad that Nas did not name his album after the N word as the attention drawn to the album would only be negative and I am sure would reduce album sales etc. This is a great album. Normally I say download specific tracks but I strongly advise you download/buy the entire album. It is worth it and each time you listen to it, you hear more. This is better than Hip Hop Is Dead which was clearly reflective of a new label sign and lacks the focus of Untitled. Buy it!!
lyrically fautless, 22 Jul 2008
This album is phenomenal in a lyrical sense. Black president incorporates a 2pac sample which compliments nas hopeful lyrics that barack obama will change america for the better. Hero feat keri hilson is the obvious single its got a commercial but the lyrics and vocals are so tight its a great first single.
My top track off the album is Fried chicken feat busta rhymes and produced by mark ronson. its a wicked beat which suits nas flow perfectly and bustas verse sets the whole track off its genius.
Were not alone is a superb song with vocals by mykel whos tone is beautiful and is a perfect backdrop for the production and nas tight lyrics. Its a step up from hip hop is dead...and proves HIP HOP IS NOT DEAD!!!
Nas...All you need to know., 18 Jul 2008
As usual, Nas cleans up the industry with a soulful and insightful look at America and the world today. Not a perfect record, with a couple of weaker tracks, but as a whole, classic hip -hop. Nas, 'nuff said.
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Product Description
It Takes a Nation of Millions was the sign that hip-hop had exploded like a grenade. A rap record as abrasive, hard-core and eloquent as a Winston Churchill speech, the 1988 disc is one classic track after another: tense, multilayered, harmonically wild music. Chuck D declaims like a master preacher with foil Flavor Flav's voice darting around his. They have got the desperate energy of people fighting for their lives, and everything from their pumped-up rhetoric ("Prophets of Rage") to the group's quasi-paramilitary organisation, to the sirens and sax squeals in nearly every track declares how urgent their mission is. It is a hugely influential album, and it still sounds fresh and frightening after all these years. --Douglas Wolk
Customer Reviews
Bring Back The Old Carters , 20 Oct 2008
The Carter 3 is a good album , but is Waynes weakest by far.
If you havnt heard the old Carters then i suggest that you listen to them before claiming C3 is Waynes greatest album.
Dont get me wrong C3 is still a top album ( 5 Stars ) but i think it is highly overated.
Most Recognisable Tracks include Lil Waynes hit Lollipop Ft Static Major.
A Millie
And Got Money Ft T-Pain
Artist such as Juelz Santana, Fabolous, Bobby Valentino and Jay-Z also feature among others.
I recomend this album to anyone but suggest that listeners also listen to Waynes early work Eg. The Carters 1 & 2 , 500 Degreez.
Also Waynes Mixtapes Eg. The Droughts , Dedications , The Leaks.
Wayne has SURPRISED ME!!, 29 Aug 2008
What can i say? I'm not a fan of Lil Wayne probably because of his "I'm the greatest rapper alive" which he clearly isn't, but this album has made me think that he may not be the best but he definitely can rap now! I don't like all his songs but a few of them do have a vibe of flow and hard hitting lyrics. I have liked his previous music from past years, this man definitely can be put into top 20 rappers of all time, he is the first pure artist since Mr. Slim Shady but don't be foolish because he doesn't come close to Tupac, Eminem, Nas and a few others. Those are the Untouchables.
Not saying Wayne is average but I don't see him trading lyrical content with Eminem and winning.
This is the Carter, 27 Aug 2008
Great Album. Everytime I get into my car I start at track 15, Fabolous kills that with his Wayans Brother Rhyme.
I have been a Lil Wayne fan since the Hot Boys and he came into his own with THE CARTER album. This is the Carter is an all time classic single.
I just wish Mannie Fresh did some production on this album, that would have made it perfect.
Great Album, do not judge it by the Lollipop Single (Which I think is rubbish), it was made for the mainstream.
What the hell is wrong with people?, 16 Jul 2008
A powerful rich white man sits in his leather chair atop his huge music empire. Prising a Cuban cigar from his mouth, he smiles as he approaches the young black man that has just entered his office. The young black man awkwardly accepts the rich white man's offer of a handshake. The white man excitedly urges the young black man to sit down. His excitement increases upon the sight of the loose-fitting apparel and silver chain donned by the young black man.
"So how are you going to make us richer?" the powerful white man asks, aroused now as he notices a bullet scar on the left side of the young black man's neck.
"Well, I want my lyrics to inspire kids to stay clear of guns, drugs and violen..."
"Get out."
The next day, the same powerful, rich white man is smoking his cigar. Another young black man enters the building. Awkwardly dressed in a suit, the rich white man offers a less-than-enthusiastic handshake. The young black man seems uneasy with the gesture, but eventually unfolds his arms and reaches out his left hand. The rich white man surveys the black man, noting with dismay a lack of scars. He asks the same question as they both sit down.
"So how are you going to make us richer?"
The young black man thinks for awhile, before answering:
"Well, I want to rap about bitches and killing niggas and shi..."
"I'll have you on MTV this afternoon."
The sad fact is, record company execs do not want to distribute to the mainstream audience hip-hop that is thought-provoking and intelligent, free of violence, doused with hope. Those artists that do convey such a message are relegated to smaller labels or merely recieve limited exposure. The argument that they are simply supplying to the demand of their audience is not a valid one. These people have the power and influence to control what the audience demands. Were labels, radio and music-channels to continually expose the likes of Common, Immortal Technique, Lyrics Born, Atmosphere, Talib Kweli, The Roots, Jurassic 5, Blackalicious, Nas etc. to the same extent that they do the likes of Soulja Boy or Lil Wayne, there is no doubt that the audience's demands would change.
Unfortunately, that is not, and possibly never will be, the case. Instead of offering young kids positive role models, inspiring aspirations that do not involve bitches, guns and violence, the people with the power continue to put their backing into illiterate dumb thugs. We don't want to see black people as intelligent and inspirational! No, we want them to continue appearing as violent and uneducated, as a threat to our society.
This guy Lil Wayne is just another example of this racist mechanism that continues to pump out mind-numbingly awful black musicians. He has the lyrical writing ability of a 5-year old; lines about bitches and not being "no homo" are constantly ended with swear words, such is his inability to rhyme properly. The generic Southern beats do nothing to set him apart from his equally-moronic peers Lil Jon and T-Pain. Yet, he recieves the exposure and all the hype. That this album could even be considered the finest of the year, a year in which sees Nas return to form with his incredible Unitled album, simply highlights how widespread this problem has become.
Hip-Hop is not dead. Behind the morons parading on TV with their bling-out teeth, intelligible lyrics and booty-shaking "ho's", there is a huge base of intelligent, conscious rappers. Hip-hop is alive and well; unfortunately those that continue to breathe new life into it are cast aside, labelled "left-field" and "underground", ignored by the powerful rich white people who define the demands of a dumbed-down generation. You can help however by ignoring this terrible artist and his ilk, and searching for the aforementioned talents that are so abundant within this genre. Good music does not have to remain underground.
diverse, 05 Jul 2008
i'll be quick in what i have to say: this album is diverse. It has everything. some soulful tracks, some poppy-little-bit-commercial tracks and some pure street bass-heavy hip-hop.
best track on the album for me: A Milli (this is the heaviest track i've heard in a long time)
Hip-Hop is not dead.
Games Goin Out In Style, 20 Oct 2008
LAX is a MUST buy album for Game and Hip-Hop fans.
I disagree with the people complaining about there is to many tracks.
There is alot of tracks but each one of them is good so too many tracks isnt something i would complain about.
Most Recognisable tracks are Games Pain Ft Keyshia Cole
My Life Ft Lil Wayne
Dope Boys Ft Travis Barker
And Big Dreams ( Deluxe Adition only )
Hip-Hop Legends such as Ice Cube, Nas and Raekwon Feature.
Aswell as other artists such as Lil Wayne, Ne-Yo and Ludacris among others.
LAX is a must buy album and i would recomend it to anyone.
There is a Deluxe adition to this album which features 4 more songs than the original.
1. Big Dreams
2. Camera Phone ft Ne-Yo
3. Nice Ft Newz
4. Spanglish
These are nice additons but i wouldnt go out of your way to buy the Deluxe adition as the original has enough tracks on it to keep any one entertained.
There is not a bad track on LAX and is a must buy for Hip-Hop fans.
Best Game album yet, 05 Oct 2008
This album is brilliant, it is much better than the doctors advictate mainly because he does not go on about Dre on each track, this is his own work and it shows how good he is, there is no bad track on this album so i reccomend it highly
Some class production, 29 Sep 2008
Just to second what others have said...
Yes, this album does have too many tracks, and as a result some aren't as good as others. However, they're ALL listenable, and several tracks are game at his best. The production behind some of the tracks is brilliant, and his rapping style is true, compared with that of 50 cents bubble gum rap.
Anyone who was a fan of the first albums should DEFINATELY give this a chance. Tracks to look out for include Money, Big Dreams, My Life, Angel, State of Emergency (california aint a state...it's an army lol) and many more.
Don't Retire!, 13 Sep 2008
I love this album and it just proves again for the 3rd time of what a great lyricist The Game is. It's an all round rich album, however he does tend to drift off into sounding like other rappers again in one or two tracks (refer to the 2nd verse of 'Never Can Say Goodbye' where he sounds like Biggie, just like he sounded like Dr.Dre on Devils Advocate) Nevertheless, it's worth the money.
Songs to listen out for:
Lax Files
My Life (touching song, great lyrics)
Money
Let Us Live
Touchdown
Dope Boys (Best Track in my opinion)
Game's Pain
Songs to Skip:
Cali Sunshine
Ya Heard (dissapointing track, surprising as I woulda thought a Ludacris/Game collabo woulda been hotter)
And another thing, The Game shoulda got someone else to do the intro and outro, DMX sounds ridiculous when infact, he's actually saying something serious!
Good Album (Download individual tracks), 12 Sep 2008
Let's put it out there first, the album is too long. Too many tracks trying to achieve too many things and I think that is because there is little singular purpose on the album unlike Doctor's Advocate. The Game said he recorded 220 songs for this album - it kinda shows.
BUT the album is still very enjoyable. The Game is an able rapper who has done great appearances for Nas among others. As a result of these collaborations there are no fewer than 13 credited guests on the album. It even starts with a prayer from DMX!
Best track for me is Angel ft. Common which seemed like an unlikely pairing (other goodies include My Life ft. the obligatory Lil Wayne, Ya Heard ft. Ludacris, Game's Pain ft. Keyshia Cole, Letter to the King ft. Nas- on the deluxe version Big Dreams). There are a few excellent tracks on this album but they seem few and far between split by a lot of padding and weak, weak songs.
AGAIN rappers seem to think that value for money for a record means giving the buyer quantity and not quality. If you were a big fan of Doctor's Advocate and The Documentary then you won't be disappointed as such (hence the four stars) but you will be left in anticipation for a while waiting for something potent and poetic, of which is The Game is capable.
I think the weaker tracks ride on predictable themes in hip hop now like the track Money which is saved by a good sample production by Cool & Dre who produce a lot on the album.
I would buy individual tracks but not the album as a whole. The individual tracks are good but you have to sift through and I reckon most people who buy/download the album will do a lot of skipping. As an album, if this is The Game's last work, it doesn't leave a lasting impression.
All Good In Da Hood, 10 Nov 2008
The song 'Dead and Gone' is the standout track on the album!
Lil Wayne sounds awful on 'Swagga Like Us' and if you heard that before Tha Carter 3 then I don't think he would've sold a quarter than what he has.
A solid album from TI with enough Raw tracks and a couple of Radio Friendly songs thrown in for him to make his $$$.
His BEST ALBUM yet. Period., 14 Oct 2008
His best album yet without a doubt. This album has so much to offer and if it is T.I.'s last album (and 6th) then he's done very well indeed with a plethora of A-star producers and guest features. However, T.I. manages to stand out throughout. Lyrically T.I. is very strong on the album which probably reflects the fact he has resumed writing his lyrics down. Considering his personal drama in the last year, this album was highly-anticipated and does not fail to deliver after a rather boring T.I.P. vs. T.I. -- It is hard to discuss each track in detail but below are what I consider to be the stand out tracks:
Whatever You Like: This is an excellent song which is really radio friendly. Again T.I. sounds relaxed and effortless on this track.
Live Ya Life ft. Rihanna: Rihanna was a great choice for this song not just because she is everywhere at the moment. Just Blaze does great production and T.I. delivers great lyrics which are positive and shows that he has matured in his genre. Great party track too and for blaring out of your car like I have all weekend.
No Matter What: produced by Danja (think Justin Timberlake, Madonna, Britney, anything Timbaland has done for about 3 years now). This is my favourite song on the album and it is probably the most personal for T.I. as well.
Swagga Like Us ft. Kanye West, Jay Z and Lil Wayne: this is a really good track, booming production by Kanye West. Nevermind all these veterans and A-star rapper, T.I. still sounds the strongest (then Jay Z, K West and Lil W). Considering that these guys are all probably going to go head-to-head for Best Hip Hop Album of the year at the Grammys in 2009, this song is apt for them to be on.
On Top Of the World ft. Ludacris / Slide Show ft. John Legend: both these songs deserve a mention. T.I. and Ludacris have joined together to make an excellent song as Kings of the South while John Legend sounds so smooth like liquid on this track.
This is a stand-out album and should be on your must buy list very soon. I cannot recommend it more highly. 4.5 stars.
WHEN IM GONE REMEMBER THIS, 29 Sep 2007
Eminem is my favirute singer ever and this is one of my faviruta albums all the wicked songs dudes,Came out on my birthday as well im a p.i.m.p one bad thing though wheres ass like that because i love that song
Almost all killer, but some filler, 29 Jun 2007
In many respects I wish that Eminem rapped in a language I didn't understand...
Eight years, more controversy than JFK, and here we are. End of the line. Released for the pre Christmas gasp, yet in the post Christmas cigarette break, "Curtain Call" is... pretty darn good. No doubt it pleases the fans and bookend's Eminem's prolific career with a cash cow, but, but... BUT...
Firstly, of the three new songs they're almost all absolute rubbish. "Fack" is the immature ramblings of a grown millionaire going "oooooh Girls!". I wouldn't even think drivel like this, let alone release it. But then again, it's all about The T & The A.
...."I wanna facking fack
No, not f**k
I said fack
F A C K F A C K
fack fack fack facking freak me"....
Voice of a generation, there, kids. All you need is love.
"Shake That" is a Nate Dogg song with Eminem guesting at the odd point. Basically filler. And there's no space for filler on a best of. None. Joe Strummer was right, again. There's no space for hesitation, procrastination, timewastin'. A record is a military assault : use the time well or not at all.
But what about the rest? Well, it's almost all killer. In many respects I wish that Eminem rapped in a language I didn't understand. Then I could marvel at his rhythmic and aural dexterity and sonic eloquence. Instead I listen to him making juvenile rubbish about Facking, and abusing his talents as a wordsmith. The words, when he's not held hostage by his libido are fantastic : devastating the hypocrisy of The First World with an accuracy rarely seen. With a righteous fury not unleashed sine the golden years of Public Enemy when they were a weapon of mass destruction.
And then he writes about killing his wife, chopping her up, and burying her at sea. Give 'em enough rope. But aside from this, Eminem is without doubt probably the best high profile rapper in the world right now. A furious and eloquent political commentator on the dying days of a corrupt empire. The way he uncurls words like a machine gun, with the jibber jabber pitter patter of an AK-47, the words sitting on top of rhythms that sound like illadvised hiphop remixes of Martika, Aerosmith, and Led Zeppelin but expose the other thing I despise about modern hiphoprnbrap - the inability to write anything original.
I know. But hear this out. The memorable bits from these songs, the bits we sing, are taken from well known rock standards like "Dream On", "Toy Soldiers", that one by Dido, or - in the case of a morally and artistically bankrupt vampire - the entire of a Police song.
All I need to be a rapper is the Dub mix of New Order's "Blue Monday", splice up the beats a little, and yell about "chicks on my d**k they loving my wit you know I cant stop git gotta admit at the bar or the car feel like a star my fingers on her I'm above par her number one private porno star this is a hit she's my number one we be having fun.."
I just wrote a number one. Worked for Slim Shady anyway. All I got to do now is be dead for a decade, and the charts'll be my pigtailed gin n juice beatch.
Does what it says on the tin..., 06 Jun 2007
I've seen a few reviews here complaining that this CD only includes Eminem's 'pop' output and doesn't showcase his (in their opinion) best work. I'd like to draw their attention to the subtitle- "The Hits". This is a CD of Eminem's hits. 'Pop' is short for popular. Popular things become hits. Do you see where I'm going with this? If the subtitle were "The Best Of" I would understand. But it isn't.
If you like Eminem's hits then you'll like this. I do, and I do.
If you have trouble understanding what "hits" means, then buy a dictionary. :)
A bit meh.., 04 Dec 2006
Too much of the commercial pop stuff...no where near his top work. Fack was a good laugh and a good listen. Ass Like That was an ok party track but nothing stood out compared to some of his earlier work.
Bring back Marshall the artist and get rid of the lame pop songs...he needs to drop the dead weights(D12)and start producing something to get the media in a frenzy again.
Greatest Hits???, 15 Jul 2006
Curtain Call is ment to be a greatest hits for Eminem, however they seem to have left out most of the songs that show Eminem's true ability.
However, the two added tracks "Fack" and "When Im Gone" arent that bad. Fack is more of his childish side, but "When Im Gone" is probably some of the best work he has done, it is a great track. There is also "Stan" performed live with Elton John. With Elton singing the parts of Dido. The track is great, apart from the occasionaly crowd noise.
But overall, such tracks like "Kill You" arent on the single CD version, which is a shame. Neither is "Renegade" (a track performed with Jay Z on the second CD), and also on Jay Z's Blueprint album. The album is more of a collection of commercial tracks that he released as singles. In my opinion its not a bad album, but if your an eminem fan and prefer the more rap tracks than his more poppy commerical tracks, this album is not for you.
So Good It's Almost Frightening, 23 Oct 2008
Let me sum this album up for you: it is the best album that's been released in the 21st Century so far. I'm not kidding! Nas has always shown glimpses of greatness but he's not managed to be really consistent since his excellent debut Illmatic. He's only had 'moments' of greatness. But then came Hip Hop Is Dead which was a very very strong CD. I feared Nasty Nas would fall off again and retreat to making mediocre tunes but he came back even harder with Untitled. Wow! His lyrical genius, cleverness and uniqueness are fully shown off here. Listen to Jay-Z or Lil' Wayne and then listen to this and you will see that Nas is simply in a league of his own. Although he dropped out of school aged 13, he's clearly managed to educate himself well. This CD is peppered with references to black history - Nas's knowledge of black American history is impeccable and as far as the history of black music goes, the man is a walking encyclopedia.
The CD is a meditation on the N word. Exploring its history, its meaning today and much more. The entire effort is filled with attitude, sass, anger, hope and hot, hot tunes. It is the album you always hoped Nas would one day release. Standout tracks are Black President (I hope Obama is flattered) where Nas puts a sample from Tupac's Changes to brilliant use; Testify; the current single Hero; N-I-G-G-E-R and ...actually every track is a standout track. Seriously. BUY THIS NOW.
average, 30 Jul 2008
This album is very disappointing compared to other nas albums..yes lyrically nas is on point as usual and delivers some great lyrics..unfortunately the production on this album is seriously mediocre..nas last couple of album especially have had top producers like kanye etc this however has largelly a roster of unknown producers who deliver some shockingly bad bland beats. thers a couple of tracks to be liked..like america but a lot of it is boring indeed.
Get nas last album..its way better than this
Nas' best album, 23 Jul 2008
To say this is Nas' best album is an understatement. After the controversy as to what the album title was going to be there was a lot of pressure for him to pull together a solid tight album. Importantly and long overdue, this album discusses the history, social complexity and street rule regarding the N word and, to be honest, it could not have come from someone with more erudite and articulate (runners up would be Common, Talib Kweli, Mos Def and Ice Cube)
First theme side: This is fairly radio friendly but without much of the kind of material wealth normal talk that you usually get in mainstream hip hop music. Even the Polow Da Don produced lead single "Hero" featuring the Keri Hilson (who is fairly popular now) has a conscious thread discussing the controversy behind the former album name and poses the question of what chance do younger generations have if veterans are not allowed freedom of speech, discussion etc. "Make The World Go Round" (Cool & Dre & The Game production) with Chris Brown and The Game is another lighter production track where The Game's verse is hard to differentiate from Nas' which gives The Game a lot of credit. Chris Brown's voice is not really distinctive (!) and is heavily distorted. The track is very listenable. "Hero" is clearly the most commercial-radio song on the album but still fits in nicely and illustrates Nas' skill as a radio MC and a MC that can credibly discuss serious issues in black culture, politics etc.
Second theme: The album is very political with "Black President" - clearly is focused on Barack Obama, "America" and "Testify" - discussing institutional racism, "Sly Fox" - think Bill O'Reilly and his clique, which lyrical shots in all direction but very focused at the same time. N.I.*.*.E.R (The Slave and the Master) is another excellent track which analyses the same eponymous matter.
Others: one of my favourite tracks is Fried Chicken which somehow manages to weave and mock sexual and dietary stereotypes at the same time with Busta Rhymes.
There is not much of the typical hip hop swagger in terms of how fast is my car, look at my rims and being derogatory about women but rather the album is trying to push the boundaries. Nas really has not made an album that is more time relevant and yet the themes in his messages are perennial and will not age. I am glad that Nas did not name his album after the N word as the attention drawn to the album would only be negative and I am sure would reduce album sales etc. This is a great album. Normally I say dow | | |