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Fat Joe - Hey Joe
Artist: Fat Joe
Producer: Infamous
Album: J.O.S.E. 2
Label: R4 So Valid, LLC/Terror Squad
A year after releasing The Elephant in the Room, Fat Joe is still searching for a way to return to his late ‘90s-to-mid-2000s level of prominence. Inspired by his ‘01 multi-platinum senior album, J.O.S.E. (Jealous Ones Still Envy), which spawned the hits We Thuggin’ and What’s Luv? (the latter of which was his biggest hit to date), J.C. has gone the ‘sequel’ route on his latest LP, set to drop May 16th. Despite being strictly a street release, Hey Joe would make a perfect introductory track to the album—as Joey Crack warms up his lyrical muscles, peppering his rhymes with subtle jabs at 50 Cent and G-Unit, longtime producer Infamous samples the classic Jimi Hendrix cut of the same name (best known as the rock legend’s Woodstock finale); the result is sure leave listeners buzzing about J.O.S.E. 2, as well as (hopefully) moving units when the album hits stores and online retailers.
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I like Joe Crack but he's kinda fallin off to me. Still rotation tho
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| Posted on Mar 23, 2009 |
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In rotation FOR SURE!!!! Production is dope, sample 'Fits' track and artist to a T. Infamous. Fresh
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| Posted on Mar 23, 2009 |
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I like fat joe a lot and respect that hes been around so long, this is one of the first songs I've heard of his recently I don't like. I like when he collabs with the runners or cool and dre the most, not feeling this old style song as much, but its still hot
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| Posted on Mar 23, 2009 |
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I like Joe over two types of records: hard street records where he has an edge and poppy-pop records where he is featured as a guest emcee (give the man his credit, he can ride a hot 16 alongside a shawty). This record comes close to, but falls short of the former.
Sidebar: Let me know if you'd like Fat Joe to join me inside the Booth for a new interview! 
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| Posted on Mar 23, 2009 |
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i like the beat and i think he sounds better on this than ALOT of other ish he's came out wit
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| Posted on Mar 23, 2009 |
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I thought Joe came pretty hard on this one. I think the production/sample is what pushes this to banger for me tho. Simple little production, but works well and adds tension to the flows Joe spits. I love the "hey Joe" sampe cuz it one of my favorite songs, and when it comes in everything kinda settles for a few... nice track, we'll see what else Joe can come up wit in the future.
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| Posted on Mar 23, 2009 |
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I expected the production to be hot,not really impressed with the lyrics,like burmy sed this could be cool as a intro on the album or mixtape
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| Posted on Mar 23, 2009 |
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The lyrics & flow make it a solid track....
I like plenty of his songs, but because of the Prod. and hook majorly, not due to his lyrics... but thats generally the case wit all of the other songs i like ... so i have a neutral stance against Joe ... but one thing for sure & two thing for certain He aint never been dat bad as some of the members labels him ... |
| Posted on Mar 23, 2009 |
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Personally, I think that the production is very good on this track. The flow matched the vibe of the beat, and it kept me hooked.
I like how the beat breaks down and give you a chance to vibe for a second, then goes into a banger again. Much respect to Fat Joe |
| Posted on Mar 23, 2009 |
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looks like i'm odd man out on this one. i did NOT like how they used the sample on this one, i just found it weak cause it was like they were using the sample cause it says "joe" in it instead of using the inherent groove of it to improve the song...
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| Posted on Mar 23, 2009 |
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If it was longer it would of probably been rated higher. I agree with Joe. He has been overlooked for most of his career. I guess he has to find that edge if any that will allow people to relate and buy his music. Z go ahead and get him in the booth. Maybe you can suggest a "We Thuggin" part deux...
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| Posted on Mar 23, 2009 |
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see idk, this might be kind of harsh, but fat joe just ruins beats, his rhymes are so elementary, and being that he is a veteran and has been along so long, its pathetic, like he sais the same stuff in everysong... this beat needs a new artist... 2 for the beat
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| Posted on Mar 23, 2009 |
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This is hot right here. I'm not a big fan of Fat Joe but his flow matches the beat nicely. I'm really lovin the beat. Banger
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| Posted on Mar 23, 2009 |
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He sounds good with the beat on here. He does a good job, but the song is way too short.
@DJ Z - It would be cool to hear him inside the DJ Booth for an interview. Bring him in. |
| Posted on Mar 23, 2009 |
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i dont realy like this one!!!
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| Posted on Mar 23, 2009 |
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The beginning was promising but this track disappointed me. The production has much energy but I don't think he fits the music. He sounds too weak! OK
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| Posted on Mar 23, 2009 |
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I thought this track was fire. I like the guitar/drums in it.
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| Posted on Mar 23, 2009 |
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| Posted on Mar 24, 2009 |
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This track had a hot beat and the drums are kickin. All of that is then accompanied by Joes sizzlin words. I like the song. 3 stars!
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| Posted on Mar 29, 2009 |
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| Posted on Mar 29, 2009 |
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one of the hardest tracks ive heard from fat joe in a while.
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| Posted on Mar 29, 2009 |
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Nice look from Joe, even though im not a big fan of his music, i must admit, he goes hard on this track.
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| Posted on Mar 31, 2009 |
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Don't really like too much about the song. The beat is aight I guess though.
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| Posted on Apr 14, 2009 |
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