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Kingpen Slim - 16 Bars
Artist: Kingpen Slim
Featuring: Raheem DeVaughn
Producer: DJ J Buttah
Album: The Beam Up
Label: Beam Up Ent.
Behind (almost) every musical superstar lies many long years of hard work and sacrifice. Nonexistent job security, red-eye flights, endless nights spent recording while your friends party… let’s just say the life of a hip-hop hopeful isn’t a walk in the park. On his first solo feature, DMV emcee Kingpen Slim (previously heard on PHZ-Sicks’ Make ‘Em Envy) explains that, when the going gets toughest, he’s sustained by the knowledge that at any moment he may be only “16 Bars away from greatness.” DJ J Buttah‘s midtempo bells and synths set an appropriately pensive mood as Slim pours out his heart, looking back on past troubles and forward to his impending success. Complete with a fresh, soulful chorus by Raheem Devaughn, this track has a real, introspective vibe that should strike a chord with listeners in the Booth, but does Kingpen Slim really have what it takes to break through to the big leagues? Only time will tell. If you think he might, you’ll most definitely want to check out his The Beam-Up mixtape (released in late ‘09, available online), as well as keeping it locked for the latest details on The Beam Up 2, dropping sometime this summer.
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Great track. Smooth beat and very good flow from Slim. DeVaughn bring the track together with the hook.
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| Posted on Mar 24, 2010 |
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Just like with the Gods'Illa feature today, I have to admit that we didn't do our due diligence when it comes to DMV up-n-comer Kingpen Slim. While I have only heard a relatively small sample size of music (a handful of songs), nothing has been disappointing. Some better than others? Yes, but that goes without saying. I think after a few more bars Slim will find his way... just you wait and see.
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| Posted on Mar 24, 2010 |
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Great laid-back feel on this one. It forces you to focus on the track's message, so there's no getting around what Slim's trying to convey. The hook is the highlight in my opinion, though.
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| Posted on Mar 24, 2010 |
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Great hook! What Eminem track does this remind me of by the way? The concept is an interesting one for everyone in his position. One hit track could catepult him into superstardom! 3.5 for something new. BTW SOMEONE TELL ME WHAT THAT EM TRACK IS PLEASE!
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| Posted on Mar 24, 2010 |
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After four comments there isn't anything left for me to write...
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| Posted on Mar 24, 2010 |
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Tastemaker  Total Ratings: 2065 |
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The production here is smooth and cool, but for some reason or another I'm not feelin' Slim's vocals on this.
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| Posted on Mar 24, 2010 |
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DJ Booth Member  Total Ratings: 132 |
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liken the song.... nice lyrics, smooth beat, good song
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| Posted on Mar 24, 2010 |
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DJ Booth Member  Total Ratings: 56 |
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I like this.Melodic beat.Slim does his thing on the rhymes and the hook ties the song together well
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| Posted on Mar 24, 2010 |
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i know how you feel @djbooth fan... not much to say. just a great track, raheem has doing quite well for himself lately and slim was tight.
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| Posted on Mar 24, 2010 |
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I enjoyed the beat, hook and the rhymes in equal measure. All tied up to create a smooth cohesive effort. Rotation-Stuff!
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| Posted on Mar 24, 2010 |
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DJ Booth Member  Total Ratings: 278 |
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So smooth! Love the Rhodes keyboard. Need to do a wiz khalfa joint like dis!
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| Posted on Mar 28, 2010 |
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instant attention raheem devaughn is a legendary artist
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| Posted on Apr 12, 2010 |
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Nice smooth tip track. I'm sold Kingpen is nice and Raheem is on point
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| Posted on May 04, 2010 |
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