I was all set to post “Can’t It All Be So Simple” by the Wu for Flashback Friday and then I realized I’ve done that vid already. So, change of plans. I’m going with Raekwon’s “Incarcerated Scarfaces.” And that’s just because the purple tape is one of the greatest albums ever.
I was bumping “Ice Cream” on youtube all day yesterday and while taking my trip down memory lane, I started to think about the hip-hop albums that made me the hip-hop head I am today. 1991-1996 were the best years in hip-hop in my opinion and here are the albums that captivated my mind, influenced my behavior and corrupted my teenage psyche. Here they are: the R.E. Essentials.
I’ve been on this Sean Kingston dude for a hot minute and I think the dough boy kid has something new to offer the game. On the low, “Beautiful Girls” is one of my fav joints and I was about to write a post about how this song and Sean Kingston are about to blow the fux up and right on cue the vid drops. For the record, Sean Kingston might be the coolest fat boy since Big Poppa.
I woke up this morning and found the Fabolous “Make Me Better” (Remix) featuring Raekwon, all over the internet. Hearing Raekwon throw darts at the females instantly took me back to ’95 (you know, when rap music was actually good). Raekwon’s Only Built 4 Cuban Linx… is one of the best rap albums ever and anyone that knows anything about hip-hop can attest (the rest of you fuxers…choke on a chicken bone).
My favorite song from that classic Raekwon album (and one of my favorite rap songs ever) is “Ice Cream.” “Ice Cream” is a song were Raekwon along with Wu Tang members Ghostface, Cappadonna and one of my all-time favorite MCs, the Method Man, liken dippin’ wet soft serve to the wetness of the opposite sex. You guys should know me. I’m a cake azz nucca and what goes best with cake? That’s right, ICE CREAM!!!
This song has been embedded in my swag with the ladies since I can remember and it’s prolly part of the reason chicks never know what the fux I’m talking about but find themselves flattered nonetheless. And after seeing this video, I think I want some ice cream (no really). I’ve always had a thing for caramel sundaes and butter pecan and I doubt that will ever change. And with the temperature already hitting 100 degrees in the shade, I think I’ll be hitting up Dairy Queen sometime in the near future. I worked at Dairy Queen back in high school and their blizzards are the shit. If any ladies would like to join me…hit me up. I keep whipped cream and hot chocolate handy.
“Ice cold b*tches meltdown when in the clutch. They want their t****s sucked. Ice cream.”
I’m not posting as many songs on this edition of “R.E.’s Playlist,” so I’ll have the patience to add the download lanks to all the tracks.
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Trey Songz – Can’t Help But Wait
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Freaky Zekey ft. Lil Wayne & Jha Jha – Beat Without Bass
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Cassidy ft. Swizz Beatz – My Drink, My Two Step
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Playaz Circle ft. Lil Wayne – Duffle Bag Boy
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Trae ft. Styles P & Jadakiss – Smile
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Fabolous ft. Pusha T – Jokes On You
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UGK ft. Outkast – International Player’s Anthem (Unofficial Remix Produced by The Amps)
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There are some SC rappers that understand that I’m an influential person in Carolina music and my site is a useful outlet when it comes to getting SC music to the masses (other SC rappers, no not really). Gemstar Da Goldenchild (the same SC rapper that dropped a Gangsta Grillz and the same Carolina MC that I interviewed for allhiphop.com) fuxs with WritersBlockMedia Dot Net and I fuxs with Gem (no homo).
I love dude’s style because he’s one of the few SC rappers that can really get busy on the mic and spit hot fiyah (no Dylan). Gem hit the mixtape scene harder than any other rapper outta the Carolinas and after teaming out with Mr. Thanksgiving, Gem is about to drop his next mixtape with DJ Frosty.com and Charlamagne Tha God. Checkout a preview of what’s to coming.
Gemstar Da Goldenchild – Everybody’s A Hater
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I wouldn’t call this getting busy but T.I.P. held it down in the booth.
Since T.I.’s album is a certified flop, the only thing hip-hop as left to look forward to is Kanye West. Damn, I never thought I’d be saying that.
So yesterday I had dinner with my homegirl over at Jermaine Durpi’s restaurant, Cafe Dupri. It wasn’t my idea, I could careless about visiting places that are exclusive to Atlanta (which is evident, since I’ve never been to Glady Knights’ Chicken & Waffles or Magic City for that matter). But shawty was in town and she wanted to check it out, which was cool with me since all I did yesterday was listen to T.I.’s bland azz album.
So we checked the place out and I don’t have anything really bad to say about JD’s joint. The food, service and atmosphere were all cool. The menu was pretty diverse with everything from a So So Omelet to Chicken Tilapia. I think my biggest mistake was ordering the Grilled Salmon because it was served with a scoop of rice and a tablespoon of spinach, which left me still hungry and headed to Checkers afterwards (c’mon Jermaine, you know black folk need bigger portions).
Anyways, the place is over in Buckhead (3133 Piedmont, if you’re actually thinking about going). I can’t remember it’s hours but I do remember the place closes mad late, so if you’re a late night party goer like R.E. and need a place other than Waffle House to eat at after the club, Cafe Dupri is an option.
Their myspace page gives a better feel for the spot here. I’ll prolly be back there soon. It’s seems like the perfect spot to feed a chick, get her tipsy, take her back to the crib and put her to bed (and yes, I know I’m so so outta line).
I’m diggin’ this song and video…the beehive, not so much.
