The Breezy Effect Blog: Where REAL HIP-HOP Lives, and That Other Shyt Gets Clowned!

Lloyd Banks - "N--ggas Is Trash"

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"N--ggas Is Trash"

I figured it was time to take shots at some one in G-Unit besides 50 Cent, lol. And I ran across this Lloyd Banks track, so I figured why not. The production here is pretty hot. It has a medium bass, some computer generated sounds, and a bob your head effect. The hook is solid, could be a little stronger lyrically. Also, doesn't tie too well into the song title. The verses are alright, but they are missing something. Banks has a good delivery, the lyrics are decent, but there is nothing to make them pop. No cleverness, no shock value, they are just so basic. And since the theme here is nothing new, he definitely needs something to give his rhymes some life. Overall, I'd say this song is mediocre at best. Listen if you want or skip it. I don't think it makes much difference either way. -MinM

Bishop Lamont F/ Xzibit - "Hallelujah" (Produced by Dr. Dre)

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"Hallelujah"

I never really listened to a Bishop Lamont track before. But this one had a few familiar names attached to it and I wanted to post something different. So I gave the track a listen and it's not half bad. The production is seriously ill, Dr. Dre handled his business. It has a very heavy bass, a light instrument, and a very intense feel. The hook is hot as well, the vocals were a perfect fit. The vocals sound like they come from a very soulful choir. Also, Xzibit's vocals worked well on the hook too. He didn't clash with the choir at all, so there was very good placement at work. Finally, the verses were also on point. Bishop had some well written and well delivered rhymes. He worked the theme of hip-hop dying out in a clever and brutally honest way. He certainly has some skills. Overall, I'd say this track is a sure fire banger. Everybody contributed a good deal to this one, it's a must listen. -MinM