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3.4 ( 9 total votes )
On Booth debut De La Vega, Jelani gave us a glimpse into his daily life, explaining that, though his pockets could stand to be a little more flush, his musical ambition and the urban landscape around him provide everything he needs for the time being. Now, on new promo single Paradise, the Big Apple up-and-comer shows us the flipside, detailing the fantasies that keep him on his grind. Durkin mans the boards this time ‘round, serving up a triumphant chopped-soul sample instrumental as Jelani dreams of a time when everyone in the city will know his name – and how to pronounce it (“Giuliani? Jelaney?”). Despite having his head in the clouds, the artist packs his bars with wit and practical wisdom, even managing to put a positive spin on a Clipse classic: “Keys open doors, but they also lock cells, I saw it all as a kid, even rock sales…” Does this exuberant banger leave you craving more? While this promo cut isn’t attached to any forthcoming project, you can rest assured we in the Booth will bring you all the latest.
This song first appeared on the
Independent Chart
on March 28, 2011
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DJ Booth Crew  Total Ratings: 11677 |
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Jelani is a great storyteller. Every word he spits I envision to clearly. I am not sure if its delivery, his vocals, or his attitude that resonates with me the most. No matter what is cause may be, though, its a great problem to have when you can connect so well.
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| Posted on Mar 22, 2011 |
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Man Jelani knows how to rock a beat, enjoyed every bit of his lil piece of 'Paradise'. Love how when the beat becomes just percussion and his flow becomes quicker.
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| Posted on Mar 22, 2011 |
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| Posted on Mar 22, 2011 |
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not bad...
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| Posted on Mar 22, 2011 |
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DJ Booth Crew  Total Ratings: 119 |
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I like the verses, but I'm not really feeling the beat. I don't know why, but it just doesn't appeal to me. I think there's too much percussion for my taste, but it doesn't ruin the song completely.
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| Posted on Mar 22, 2011 |
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| Posted on Mar 23, 2011 |
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Tastemaker  Total Ratings: 676 |
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Not bad.....
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| Posted on Mar 23, 2011 |
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dope!
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| Posted on Mar 30, 2011 |
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