The outgoing interlude, confirms this notion, referencing drug-use. Playing like the `tone poem' it is, unpredictability here parallels `unpredictability' of peer pressure. It changes upon the first verse, accelerating the tempo and opting for a less lush/lazy sound. "The Art of Peer Pressure" begins with production yielding a 'stoner' vibe. Lamar remains relevant and uncompromising, managing themes of childish fodder (desiring material things like money) yet also lofty self-esteem and aspiration ('I can be the greatest'). The Intro/outro is particularly notable by Lamar: "Martin had a dream, Martin had a dream, Kendrick have a dream." Lamar's hook is equally confident, where he desires 'money,' 'power' and 'respect,' with more colorful terminology of course. "Backseat Freestyle" sports some of Hit-Boy's best production work. Lamar's vocal inflections and athletic flow help to make this cut another brilliant contribution. Over a lush, west coast characteristic sound, Lamar is on autopilot, admitting his improprieties while also admonishing anyone to attempt to block his individuality as a person and artist. On "B*tch, Don't Kill My Vibe," producer Sounwave's production incorporates a Boom Clap Bachelors sample ("Tiden Flyver"). As customary throughout the effort, an interlude (skit) foreshadows successive tracks, much like a novel. Lamar's rhymes are agile and well conceived, eliminating need for a hook (there is none). Master Splinter's Daughter" finds Kendrick narratively lusting for a 'no-good' girl. Featuring soulful, old-school production by Tha Bizness, "Sherane a.k.a. Master Splinter's Daughter" opens with a prayer that ultimately alludes to the title of the album.
Good Kid m.A.A.d City is not only one of 2012's best rap albums but also one of the year's `crowning achievements.'Ĭonceptually structured around its title - Kendrick is ultimately a good kid trapped in Compton, which is chucked full of vices within the sins/demons of a bad, rough city - Lamar details his early life experience. Left of center, he joins the likes of Drake and KiD CuDi, paving his own pathway. Kendrick Lamar is one today's most unique rappers. Kendrick Lamar's debut effort Good Kid: M.A.A.D City materializes just at the right time to give West Coast rap some renewed notability. Dre Producer, Arranged By Jack Splash, Jack Splash Vocals Mary J. Terrace Martin, Rap MC EihtĬ1 Swimming Pools (Drank) (Extended Version) Recommended.Label: Aftermath Entertainment Interscope Records Top Dawg Entertainment B0017695-01Ī1 Sherane a.k.a Master Splinters Daughter Kendrick bridges the gap between the "young kids listening to their Weezy" and the old heads that think Hip Hop died when Rawkus went bankrupt the first time. "Real" featuring Anna from Sonnymoon gives a soulful mid-tempo track that recalls Erykah Badu at her best. City" will appeal to the trap fans with a bouncy trunk rattling beat. Album highlights include the Beach House-sample-based "Money Trees" that brings the soul back to ala Outkast's " Elevators". City takes cues from the Southern Rap takeover of the early 2000's but offers so much more with amazing story telling that rivals the best. Gaining loads of attention for last year's Section 80, Kendrick was surely onto something. Leading the pack of said younger generation is young Kendrick Lamar from Compton. NOW THAT OUTKAST IS DONE, WE HAVE TO LOOK TO THE YOUNGER GENERATION THAT SPEAKS THE TRUTH.