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Mike Beatz - 50/50
Artist: Mike Beatz
Producer: Mike Beatz
Album: I'm Thirsty Mixtape [Hosted by DJ Absolut]
Label: G.T.P.S.
Featured in late June, Mike Beatz’ Crooks met a mixed reception in the Booth; though readers praised the established producer’s street-certified boardwork, many doubted if he could cut it on the mic. Now, Beatz is back on our frontpage with mixtape single 50/50, a track he’s hoping will turn the skeptics into devotees. This time around, the artist takes a decidedly different approach on the mic and behind the boards. Over his own string-heavy, soul-sampled boardwork, Mike expresses gratitude to a female who’s held him down through thick and thin, promising to do the same for her once his grind finally pays off. The theme’s an undeniably fresh one – when’s the last time you heard a guy spit about being financially supported by his girl? – and Beatz’ heartfelt rhymes may change a few minds regarding his prospects as an emcee. If this track’s got you hooked, you’re sure to find more to your liking on Mike Beatz’ DJ Absolut-hosted I’m Thirsty mixtape, set to hit the ‘net this October.
This song first appeared on the
Independent Chart
on September 28, 2009
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DJ Booth Crew  Total Ratings: 1622 |
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 I've heard of Mike Beatz here and there recently, haven't listened to much of him - but this was tight. Very unique and powerful production here, I LOVED the way this one played out. The female sample was tight here, and Beatz is a talented rapper who definitely shined over the production.
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| Posted on Sep 22, 2009 |
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The best part about a track like 50/50, which is performed and produced by the same human being, is that we can easily (and rightfully) decide which skill is more impressive. While Beatz holds his own on the mic, I cannot help but wonder what another (more talented) emcee could have done over this simply dope production work.
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| Posted on Sep 22, 2009 |
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dope!
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| Posted on Sep 22, 2009 |
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I have the pleasure of personally knowing Mike Beatz... When he first played me the 50/50 Joint I was Blown Away... Immediately I thought, Great song, loved the concept, I related strongly,Lyrics are ILL, and Mike Bodied the Beat.... I'm happy to see the positive feedback and the furthering success of the Track.... I cosign it HEAVY... Big UPs Mike... Resssssspect... Bless
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| Posted on Sep 22, 2009 |
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deadass this is a track I can easily relate to, seeing as i'm involed in a relationship myself so this speaks to me personally....honestly, this track is very dope mike did his thing on this one gotta say I was impressed upon my first listen gotta hear more from dude tho
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| Posted on Sep 22, 2009 |
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Female vocals were great. Hook in general was nice. Mike Beatz can seriously produce. Yeah the beat and the hook make the track for the most part but he's solid on the mic as well. Impressed.
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| Posted on Sep 22, 2009 |
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this song is ill and has a good concept but would be CLASSIC with a nicer emcee over it. the beat GO
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| Posted on Sep 22, 2009 |
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DJ Booth Crew  Total Ratings: 2476 |
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For everyone saying they'd like to see another rapper over this dope production, who? Personally, this reminds me of some 9th Wonder ish: put Phonte and Big Pooh on the track and it's a classic. I'll definitely keep an ear out for Mike Beatz in the future.
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| Posted on Sep 22, 2009 |
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Good shit from the fam........Mike always makes dope music
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| Posted on Sep 22, 2009 |
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Tastemaker  Total Ratings: 4267 |
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Yup! definitely a better performance from Mike Beatz on both fronts ... 3.5
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| Posted on Sep 22, 2009 |
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Nice flow and excellent production! great the female vocals on the background
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| Posted on Sep 22, 2009 |
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broward at it again
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| Posted on Sep 22, 2009 |
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Tastemaker  Total Ratings: 424 |
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The production is the main highlight to the track... where as for rapping is concerned HE CAN SPIT quite well as he has that energy to keep you listening to the track.
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| Posted on Sep 22, 2009 |
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OK...I SEE YOU...this track is HOT HOT HOT HOT!!!!
FEEL GOOD ALL DAY!! |
| Posted on Sep 22, 2009 |
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DJ Booth Member  Total Ratings: 45 |
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Been on the booth all day and found some gem right here. This guys raps and makes the beats. The beats so soulful I could ride and smoke to that for days. Gotta love pure hip hop.
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| Posted on Sep 23, 2009 |
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crazy track, beat is on point and hook is banging! maybe not something you play in the jeep infront of your boys, but this is some of that ish you sing in the shower when nobody can hear you. good music
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| Posted on Sep 24, 2009 |
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Maaan. I can't wait for this mixtape to drop. Dope Shyt brotha mike! Definitly holding down South Florida and reppin it right. Keep on shining, fam.
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| Posted on Sep 24, 2009 |
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This record is CRAZY, crazy production and great lyrics over it.
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| Posted on Sep 25, 2009 |
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Ever since I first got with the crew, it seems like the "Mike"s are taking over the Booth! Mike Bigga (formerly Killer Mike) has of course been an industry mainstay, while Mike Dreams is ready to make his move, plus Mikey Factz got the underground on lock, and now this classic...
Hopefully a certain Houstonian can step his game back up to his underground roots and join the club. (Who? You know.) |
| Posted on Sep 26, 2009 |
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Man!this made my DAY!!
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| Posted on Sep 26, 2009 |
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This guy is pretty good...i heard him on a track that featured Nu Jerzey Devil and he went in on that track aswell
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| Posted on Sep 26, 2009 |
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| Posted on Sep 27, 2009 |
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I've listened to this song pretty much everyday since I got the dl...love it!!!
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| Posted on Sep 29, 2009 |
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Production & Hook is tight as! Imagine if K. Sparks or Xv spat on this though? Oh Oh! Would be some krazy shizzle!
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| Posted on Sep 29, 2009 |
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