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Colin Munroe - Piano Lessons ft. Joell Ortiz
Artist: Colin Munroe
Featuring: Joell Ortiz
Producer: Black Milk
Album: The Unsung Hero Mixtape / Don't Think Less of Me
Label: EMI Music
Booth readers already know Colin Munroe as an up-and-comer with an unconventional take on pop songwriting, but this latest feature may be his quirkiest—and most intriguing—yet. Originally featured on his Unsung Hero mixtape (available for free download here) and currently being promoted as the latest single off his debut album, the cut finds Munroe looking back to his childhood, wondering if he should have stuck with those Piano Lessons, but more striking than the story being told is the record’s sound—Detroit emcee/producer Black Milk‘s pretty,meandering piano backdrop doesn’t seem like it should add up to a catchy tune, but, with the help of Munroe’s melody (and some compellingly strange vocal effects on the verses), it most definitely does. Similarly, you’d think a rapped guest verse would sound a little out of place here, but Joell Ortiz’ description of a devoted piano student’s musical progress ends the song on a strong note. Don’t Think Less Of Me drops later this year, and fans can currently catch Munroe as the opener on Wale‘s nationwide tour.
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i like this joint. i like the way his voice changes pitches. its unique. ima be playin this track for awhile
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| Posted on Apr 09, 2009 |
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Dont sleep on Colin Monroe. The production is good and his vocals sound good. Joell Ortiz sounds solid but not his best. In rotation
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| Posted on Apr 09, 2009 |
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This is a nice little experimental song more for Black Milk and Joell Ortiz than for Colin. After a couple lines into the track, I wasn't feeling the excessive voice enhancements but by the track's end it actually turned out really well.
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| Posted on Apr 09, 2009 |
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This is different and that is exactly why i like it because it is different.
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| Posted on Apr 09, 2009 |
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Clean sound, and good appearance from joell
Still waiting for that debut album to come out.. Its inevitable...im going to be broke this summer from all the sick albums that are coming out |
| Posted on Apr 09, 2009 |
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Different, but enjoyable. I liked the production and Colin Monroe was OK, but it could grow on me. I don't really know what to think. Ortiz was decent.
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| Posted on Apr 09, 2009 |
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I liked this one from the moment those keys were played. Colin is amazing talent - as evidenced here - and you all need to check for him in the months to come. Trust me.
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| Posted on Apr 09, 2009 |
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I loved this when the mixtape dropped, still in rotation! ;)
I like the story and message behind the lyrics. This is one talented kid we are lucky to have in the game! His vocals are unique... |
| Posted on Apr 09, 2009 |
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Have been playing this since I heard it on the 10deep & Benzi mixtape.
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| Posted on Apr 09, 2009 |
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this joint is def' that fiyah..its that feel good muzik
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| Posted on Apr 09, 2009 |
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Wow very sick track all I can say. Loved everything about it.
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| Posted on Apr 09, 2009 |
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I like how he sing but the song is a little too draggin/slow for me ... I like plenty of his songs, because of the dope songwriting and melodies ... & his Mixtape is a must check-out ...
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| Posted on Apr 09, 2009 |
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i lik it
very creative |
| Posted on Apr 09, 2009 |
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It took about 3 1/2 plays before I started to enjoy this track but I must say I like the message (follow your heart). I don't know if all the voice effects are necessary and I must admit they were my first turn off on my initial listen but it kinda works.
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| Posted on Apr 09, 2009 |
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i liked this song =] i could listen to it more times than '10' [in a row]. ha.thee beat was real mellow and laid-back [like it] and his voice was [hmm.] sexy.lol. real smooth and it fit thee track =]
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| Posted on Apr 09, 2009 |
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Production on this song is what's up. Verses are banger too. This is the first time I've heard Colin Munroe. And I have to say, very good first impression. I'm going to call it Banger.
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| Posted on Apr 09, 2009 |
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dis is a hot track
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| Posted on Apr 09, 2009 |
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This song is extremely weird. It's quite catchy and creative, but it's also confusing as I can't learn it's melody. The production is hot and Joell's flow is fire! I'd put it in rotation, but I have to "understand" it
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| Posted on Apr 09, 2009 |
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It's in rotation not really feelin it as much as u guyz but it good..I guess..
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| Posted on Apr 09, 2009 |
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I totally dig Munroe's vibe and attitude, but he's just an average singer. His vocals are OK, but he doesn't have a captivating singer's voice. It's even worse in this track, cuz he switches to that wierd techno voice quite a bit. I can't really hate on that too much tho, cuz it adds a quirky dimension to the track.
Joell is hot as always, and sounds better over this production than Colin. Besides Joell, I like the attempt, just doesnt really pay off for me. |
| Posted on Apr 10, 2009 |
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Colin got pipes but im not fully feeling it but this is worth listening to and joell killed it
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| Posted on Apr 10, 2009 |
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I'm down with this beat. Where is this... banger!
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| Posted on Apr 10, 2009 |
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I've never listened to one of his songs and this def does not dissapoint. I like how he infuses his voice with a childs voice on here. Thats def creative. I like the chorus on here and the production. its a chill lay back type of song. When you're in a sluggish mood and you don't want to get out of it just play this record. I'm really feelin it...it makes me want to listen to other songs by him. Joell is cool on here....nothing special.
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| Posted on Apr 10, 2009 |
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interesting
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| Posted on Apr 10, 2009 |
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that my type
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| Posted on Apr 10, 2009 |
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Joell Ortiz has too much energy for the track. I don't like the tweaked vocals either. This track has mad potential if he would leave the funky vocals to the backup and take them off himself, and get someone like Drake to rap chill.
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| Posted on Apr 11, 2009 |
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This song i can jam 2 for a long time i like songs like this and its a classic
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| Posted on Apr 12, 2009 |
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lmfao...this is funny
the voice change makes me LoL! haha i like it=) |
| Posted on Apr 15, 2009 |
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Production is cool and everytghing, his vocals are kinda off, makes it distracting to listen to. Its like half auto tune and half chipmunk
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| Posted on Dec 25, 2009 |
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can't believe this made top 09 list. I guess this song is more of a novelty than anything else.
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| Posted on Dec 27, 2009 |
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This is off the chain! I like that voice changing thing that dude is doing. (pause....no homo)
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| Posted on Aug 20, 2010 |
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In rotation.. unique
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