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Remember back in the day (April) when I said that The-Dream’s Love King (Remix) with Jeezy was only a prelude, and that the “official official” remix would feature none other than Ludacris? Would I lie to you? (Why am I writing in rhetorical questions?) Anyway, the point is that we now have in our virtual hands the aforementioned second Love King (Remix), and it was well worth the wait. On the production side of the coin this is an actual “remix”, meaning L.O.S. da Mystro gives the beat a fresh coat of paint, while on the microphone side of things Dream is as smooth as even and the Ludameister, predictably, absolutely murders the track with a spitfire flow (why does he always save his best work for other peoples songs?). So now the inevitable question: which is better? The original, the remix, or the double-remix? Will The-Dream deliver another classic album when Love King drops on June 22? Will I ever stop asking questions? We’ll find out soon.
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on May 31, 2010
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Like Nathan said, I'm a big fan of the actual remix tactic. You know, where they really REMIX the song (not tack on a hot 16 from their favorite label-approved rapper). No complaints, I'm a big fan.
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| Posted on May 05, 2010 |
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The original "Love King" was a classic, mostly because it grew on me over time. So did his leaked single "F.I.L.A." and also "Make Up Bag" leaked today. All of these songs are simply amazing. Honestly I don't think he will top "Love Vs Money", but I do think that he is going to come damn close.
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| Posted on May 05, 2010 |
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i prefer this over the original. luda adds that extra vibe to the song and 2 solid verses. banger
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| Posted on May 05, 2010 |
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anotha-notha reeemixxx ha
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| Posted on May 05, 2010 |
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Luda's got some crazy flow, this is a step up from the original. Overall it's a pretty typical track, but it's well done.
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| Posted on May 05, 2010 |
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I like T.I and The Dream is just, well, The Dream. Nice track
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| Posted on May 05, 2010 |
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its not great but its good idk why but i didnt enjoy it as much as i thought i would but dont get me wrong, its reall straight but its not something id listen to alot
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| Posted on May 05, 2010 |
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Did Nathan just refer to Love vs. Money as a "Classic album"? Does this mean Nathan resigns his 4.5 rating and we have the first ever 5-spins classic album on DJ Booth? =O
Awesome track. Luda and The-Dream are a beast tag team. Can you imagine how epic a Ludacris album would be with all the production being handled by The-Dream and Tricky Stewart? Sounds like a classic. |
| Posted on May 05, 2010 |
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I wasn't really a big fan of the original or the other remix, but Ludacris made this song so much better. Dream has been releasing some pretty hot material lately and adding Ludacris was a great idea. Ludacris spits a nice verse in the opening intro of the track followed by Dream's unique vocals. I can't complain, Ludacris shined on this. Hook was really the only thing I that I still continue to hate hearing. It's not amazing, but it is in rotation nonetheless.
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| Posted on May 05, 2010 |
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Great track to begin with and when you add Luda, a fresh new beat, and new vocals from unarguably one of the most talented R&B artists out there it's gotta be a Banger... And then some... 4.5
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| Posted on May 05, 2010 |
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Now THIS is a remix. The-Dream took this song in a completely different direction, and its for that that I can't choose a favorite; its not comparable to the original. Its a hell of a lot better than that wack Jeezy verse though. This remix sounds like a 90s slow jam with amazing rap vocals from Ludacris. I still prefer the original, but this is 5 stars nonetheless. It is special in its own way. Thanks for reviving the "remix", The-Dream!
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| Posted on May 05, 2010 |
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His remixes are ALWAYS better than the original. I almost slept on it, thinking it was the same beat, but I'm glad I didn't. Pure heat. Luda's fast flow worked for me 2.
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| Posted on May 05, 2010 |
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great track defines a remix, dream kilt it and luda always come with the heat,hes easily the best rapper of the 2010 so far and top 10all time. good track
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| Posted on May 05, 2010 |
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This is better version than the original, but thats not saying much. Dream needs step out the formula music hit box and try something new. Hes too afraid to try anything new and it shows on all of his one dimensional songs.
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| Posted on May 05, 2010 |
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When a song is remixed such as this one, it allows listeners to become fans of a song they didn't like originally. I am not the fan of Love King but I am a fan of the Luda Remix. I enjoy Luda so much and am delighted that he is a consistent presence in mainstream. Luda does sexual songs so well and this remix is further proof of that. Dream delivers a better performance on this remix in comparison to the original. Only thing I would alter is the chorus - I know its a remix...everything screams remix so please be more creative in your hook and not repetitively tell me it's a remix.
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| Posted on May 05, 2010 |
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I enjoyed the fact that they really muthafcukin Remixed it but their past records - these are about the only things this recorded output can claim to bear any resemblance to - not that it’s a bad thing. However, variety clearly isn’t the trio’s forté. But adding Luda! to the mix... and so was born my love for the Remix.
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| Posted on May 05, 2010 |
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| Posted on May 05, 2010 |
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Dream's production is getting a bit repetitive. I swear I've heard this beat 20 times before.
Luda kills that opening verse though. He always seems to take two verses on guest pieces these days. I like it :D |
| Posted on May 05, 2010 |
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Sweet baby jesus I love Luda's flow on this one. If I had to put together a list of my favorite Luda verses, well over half of them would be guest verses. There's something about other people's tracks that just inspire the man.
Props to Dream and Los for actually remixing the track, even if the beat's essentially just a compilation of all their usual production tricks, like that squeaky noise thing Los always uses (you know what I'm talking about).
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| Posted on May 05, 2010 |
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Sorry, too more quick points.
@DJ Z - Surprised you didn't point our Luda's "Mazel tov" line. I know you loved that one. @Mr. Phantastic - Honestly, I'm really paranoid about assigning five star albums, but in retrospect if I had it to do over again, yes, I would have given Love vs. Money five stars. It's really stood the test of time.
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| Posted on May 05, 2010 |
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@Nathan - I am a big fan of the "Mazel Tov" line, but after Hova and Black Eyed Peas its getting a little old.
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| Posted on May 05, 2010 |
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honestly I don't tnink this song is that special. Typical The Dream's style, nothing new! Even a lil boring
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| Posted on May 05, 2010 |
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Liking the new beat. Luda spits fire on this. Love how he speeds up and slows down. Dream's vocals are alright on this. I'd have to say that the OG version was better.
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| Posted on May 05, 2010 |
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i fux wit it
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| Posted on May 05, 2010 |
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Why are people obsessed with mofo remixes. I think a remix should be completely different from the original and not just someone adding their voice to the track (no respect to Luda cause he's the man) Its ok as a remake but its nothing insanely hype, its just the same song with cognac luda drops.
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| Posted on May 05, 2010 |
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hang on.. wasnt this on refined hype like 2 weeks ago??? anywayz i love it! adding luda to a already classic song has a 110% chance of making it better!
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| Posted on May 06, 2010 |
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First 10 seconds made me like it, Luda's verse is freakin EPIC, Dream was boring after Luda's verse in my opinion, but when he said "all up on me" it got better, his second verse was great
Um....damn....beats not doing that much for me, original beat, these lyrics |
| Posted on May 06, 2010 |
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Luda Killed it. (he is the best when it comes to Guest appearences).
The dream does his Job. Love King is gonna be a geat album. |
| Posted on May 07, 2010 |
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Damn, Ludacris has got to be on of the best at guest featuring, though his solo work is usually just as good. The only thing I didn't like about it was the beat, I just wasn't feeling it.
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| Posted on May 08, 2010 |
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Overall the track is tight Luda came through smooth but not impressive The Dream saved the track. original was better ROTATING!!!!
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| Posted on May 08, 2010 |
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This is DOPE. I can see this record taking off like Taio Cruz's "Break Your Heart [Remix]" did.
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| Posted on May 08, 2010 |
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Nice smooth track. The addition of Luda makes it even better, of course. 5/5
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| Posted on May 08, 2010 |
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I like the original version of this song so adding Luda can only improve the rating.
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| Posted on May 08, 2010 |
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Dream murks sh#! for real...The original was classic, this isnt as good but i love the idea that they actually REMIXED the track and made a whole new song...plus the track bangs hard so 4 stars....cant wait for Love King
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| Posted on May 11, 2010 |
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whoa. nice remix, i hated the original til it grew on me. this is clean for real
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| Posted on May 12, 2010 |
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love this song so much!
real banger! |
| Posted on May 14, 2010 |
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Okay this is fun sexing music. Banger!
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| Posted on May 16, 2010 |
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the dream thats my boy
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| Posted on May 17, 2010 |
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| Posted on May 18, 2010 |
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I liked it
The dream has a way of getting such a good melody on his songs and you can never get tired of ludacris |
| Posted on May 19, 2010 |
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Man, I think Luda is the only "fast" rapper I can stand/feel. Dream as always kills it wit his smooth vocals. Freshhh
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| Posted on May 21, 2010 |
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this song is stupid...luda killed it though
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| Posted on May 22, 2010 |
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1 of tha bezt Dream songz ever !
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| Posted on May 23, 2010 |
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| Posted on May 29, 2010 |
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original was a tune but ludas always a gud add to the mix ...
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| Posted on May 30, 2010 |
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sry cant give it 5 stars. Love vs Money was so good, i dunno if i will ever give Dream another 5 star rating. so that means this remix is 100% sick, but not as good as Rockin That Thang remix. 4.5
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| Posted on Jun 03, 2010 |
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I love thisss song omg this song keeps me gohing and think bout the old tyme
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| Posted on Jun 08, 2010 |
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Nice remix, I like when a remix is a whole different track from the original.
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| Posted on Jun 22, 2010 |
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