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Childish Gambino - All The Shine
Artist: Childish Gambino
Producer: Childish Gambino
Album: Camp
Label: Glassnote Records
Is Donald Glover serious? Thus far, the Community star-turned-buzzmaking emcee’s musical output has been so fresh, witty and unhinged that the question has faded into the background. In case anyone’s still wondering, though, new single All the Shine should lay all doubts to rest: Childish Gambino is for real, even—nay, especially—when he’s spitting about “stupid sh*t.” After all, “sometimes that stupid sh*t is real sh*t.” Over his own plodding percussion and cinematic string/brass arrangement (complete with an impressive vocal hook by Gambino himself), the emcee challenges the stereotypical divide between lyricism and foolishness, revealing the genuine feeling that fuels his waggish persona. On the back, he wonders, “Is there room in the game for a lame who rhymes, who wears short shorts and makes jokes sometimes?” What do you think, Booth readers—is there? Those who answer in the affirmative should be sure to give C.G. his proper shine in the comment section below, in addition to picking up a copy of debut LP Camp when it hits record stores and online retailers November 15.
This song first appeared on the
Independent Chart
on October 24, 2011
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 And now we find out that Childish Gambino can sing, too? I was on the fence before, but now my feet are firmly planted on the ground on the side that says "This kid is for real, jokes aside."
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| Posted on Oct 17, 2011 |
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Since I heard 'Freaks & Geeks' I've been listening to the guy flat out and I'm already inspired by him as a person and musically. This is everything I want from him, just flawless.
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I'm with Z, "This kid is for real, jokes aside."
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My first introduction to CG saw me laughing and thinking this was just a gimmick like The Lonely Island. But he has been consistently putting decent music over his own production. The dude is serious about his music, lets see if he is taken serious.
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| Posted on Oct 18, 2011 |
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This dude can do a lot more than just rap. A true artist.
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| Posted on Oct 18, 2011 |
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Dude's talented. Production-wise and lyrically.
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| Posted on Oct 18, 2011 |
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Check me out on www.youtube.com/ForeverTheWeirdKid
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| Posted on Oct 18, 2011 |
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Every Childish Gambino mixtape has been dope and not only can he spit, but he can also sing... And not carry a note like Drake, but legit sing. None of my friends wanna take him seriously because he's a comedian/actor but that's part of his uniqueness.
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| Posted on Oct 18, 2011 |
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I wasn't sure at first but now i see star potential in Gambino. He can rap, sing, produce and act it's just ridiculous.
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| Posted on Oct 18, 2011 |
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Fresh like always, Gambino is a master mind
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| Posted on Oct 19, 2011 |
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Amazing beat and really deep lyrics plus amazing flow! 5 stars!
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| Posted on Oct 20, 2011 |
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dope
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| Posted on Oct 23, 2011 |
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Much respect to this guy. The singer-rapper-producer trifecta is a formidable combination.
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| Posted on Oct 23, 2011 |
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powaaaaaa good rythm
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| Posted on Oct 23, 2011 |
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i love this dudes flow and production, own all his shit, really big fan of his i just cannot say his name with a straight face
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