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T.I. - The Way You Want It
Artist: T.I.
Producer: Nottz
Album: Paper Trail: Case Closed (Re-Release)
Label: Hustle Gang/EMPIRE
Since T.I. started his prison sentence, quite a few records set for inclusion on his forthcoming Paper Trail re-release have hit the ‘net. In keeping with our policy of only featuring artist/label/producer-approved cuts, lead single Remember Me (which currently sits at #7 on our Top Picks chart) has been the only track to grace our front page. Recently, Nottz (producer of Barry Bonds, Girl You Know, Y.O.U.) sent over his contribution to Case Closed. Continuing in the optimistic vein of Road to Redemption, Tip details his courageous mindstate and his commitment to positivity—he’d rather not get so much hate over it, but if that’s “The Way You Want It,” there’s nothing he can do about it. Few (if any) of T.I.‘s haters are Booth regulars, so it’s a good bet our string of cosigns will continue all the way from the summer release of Case Closed till the rapper’s own release date—nine months and counting!
This song first appeared on the
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on June 22, 2009
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Nottz steals the show here. This production work could make ANYONE sound good- well, maybe anyone except for Kevin Federline. T.I. is going to kill the game when he comes out out that cell. Until then, lets enjoy.
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| Posted on Jun 16, 2009 |
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Fire
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| Posted on Jun 16, 2009 |
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The sample, production, and Tip's flow fit together nicely. This is that type of "meaningful" track that I like. Just like the entire record T.I. opens up to let us in and also provides some great advice.
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| Posted on Jun 16, 2009 |
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What up DJ Booth? I know I haven't been commenting on any songs lately, but I've still been around! :)
Had to show some love on this song, I couldn't resist. Although I agree with DJ Z that many rappers may "sound" good on the track, I honestly don't think anyone could've made this track any better than what it is. I love how TI remained positive/uplifting even when facing his whole situation. I'm going to ruffle some feathers with this comment, I know, but TI is the BEST RAPPER ALIVE! |
| Posted on Jun 16, 2009 |
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Great uplifting track! These type of tracks seem to be harder and harder to find so its nice to hear a MEANINGFUL track, Tip well done!
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| Posted on Jun 16, 2009 |
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great song although I think the beat would have fit someone else better.
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| Posted on Jun 16, 2009 |
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sorry wouldnt let me vote..
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| Posted on Jun 16, 2009 |
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The production carries this track nicely and T.I. brings a good message. I like his laid back flow on here and the hook is passable. The great vibe on this song is undeniable and thats what I like about the song. Banger!
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| Posted on Jun 16, 2009 |
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T.I brings a very good message, good production and great flow. T.I is a beast. he gonna come bak hard.
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| Posted on Jun 16, 2009 |
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this production is hot, the sample is fitting, and t.i.'s flow works wonders over this production. T.I.'s lyricism is getting better and better
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| Posted on Jun 16, 2009 |
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Better than that "Remember Me" song, fo sure! This is like "Why You Wanna" pt. 2, but still not as great.
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| Posted on Jun 16, 2009 |
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ITS STRAIGHT THO
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| Posted on Jun 16, 2009 |
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Good look from T.I.
The sample and the beat mix so well together!! Throw in TI's hot lyrics and you got yourself a recipe for a banger!! |
| Posted on Jun 16, 2009 |
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HaHa, mmoore1127, you probably willl ruffle some feathers with a comment like that. I personally disagree, but I'm gonna take a break and stay off my soapbox tonight. :)
As for this song, I'm not seeing annything spectacular here. It feels too slow for me, and it's not the production's fault. It's T.I.'s; his flow is way too slow for my tastes, at least for a track like this. And I would like to go out on a limb and say that my boy Ludacris would have killed this production, or at least flow a lot better than Tip manages on this song. However, this isn't outrageously bad by any means, so I'm going to give it its 3 stars and be on my way. P.S. Can anyone else think of another rapper that would sound hot over this production? If so, speak up and say so!!! :) |
| Posted on Jun 16, 2009 |
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T.I. sounded sweet over some great production, though im going to agree with bowwserr here as I think Ludacris could of murdered this track.
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| Posted on Jun 16, 2009 |
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I've gotta go with Z here, the production was simply flawless. That alone gets 4 stars. This is the best of the unreleased TI that I've heard yet, but I honestly don't think it's because of Tip himself.
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| Posted on Jun 16, 2009 |
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| Posted on Jun 16, 2009 |
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I love this look for T.I.
it really shows off why he's so big, cuz he can rhyme I actually prefer him on a more laid back track like this because it just highlights his abilities |
| Posted on Jun 16, 2009 |
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This is a pretty good song I wish that it was more up beat but it will due.
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| Posted on Jun 16, 2009 |
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thiiis shiiit is dooooooooooooope T.I is back again wit so mo fire for your ear drums
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| Posted on Jun 16, 2009 |
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This is dope! I like how T.I.'s laid-back flow goes perfect with the stellar production. A great track.
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| Posted on Jun 16, 2009 |
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When rappers don't have to worry about the quality of their beats, that frees them up to drop lyrical gems that stun and please.
BANGER!!! |
| Posted on Jun 16, 2009 |
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I'm wit bowwser on this one. Its a layed back son@, I'm not a fan of the sample on this, they should have cleaned that up. T.I. kills everythin@ so that is put aside completely for me. Just from a production standpoint this could have been better.
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| Posted on Jun 16, 2009 |
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The production is definitely the highlight fosho.. T.I. just adds some experience on the mic. An obvious banger.
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| Posted on Jun 16, 2009 |
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| Posted on Jun 16, 2009 |
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I'm aware I'm the only dissenting opinion, but I can't hear anything so special in this song. The production is ok but I've heard better and he's good as well but not more than usual...after a while this song bored me!
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| Posted on Jun 16, 2009 |
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@PattyPatty85 - You aren't the only dissenting opinion on this one, though you may be the only two star rating. Like I said in my comment, I didn't hear anything spectacular in this song, either. But the fact that it wasn't horrible saved it from being a two in my book.
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| Posted on Jun 16, 2009 |
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T.I is the minority of rappers since the Pac/Biggie era that has bin consistently gud...better than da "i fuk in da club" random rubbish you hear from amateurs
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| Posted on Jun 16, 2009 |
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Sounds like an old skool jam !!!
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| Posted on Jun 17, 2009 |
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I love a chill laid back track and Nottz is the man!!! Typicaly TI-solid performance. But this production was the show stopper for me.
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| Posted on Jun 17, 2009 |
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beat is fire
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| Posted on Jun 17, 2009 |
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FREE TI
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| Posted on Jun 17, 2009 |
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BANGER, FREE T.I. . Shit i can't wait till he gets out, hes gonna have so many songs mastered
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| Posted on Jun 17, 2009 |
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I'll just throw this in here, I thought Red Cafe fair smashed the production on his remix, thats the version of this track ive been listening to.
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| Posted on Jun 17, 2009 |
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@pak4L: "I @*#$! in da club" LOL! U right this is better than some generic club songs, but the melody just bored me (musically talking)
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| Posted on Jun 17, 2009 |
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dam ti flows real good with this old school vibe!!
hot shlt my nikuh keep it up |
| Posted on Jun 17, 2009 |
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This is real smooth, laid back plus T.i. Lyricism showcasing.
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| Posted on Jun 17, 2009 |
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T.I. is still the King of da south! His album may be the best of the year even though he didn't get the Grammy for it. Definitely looking forward to the re-release tracks now. Smooth Beat and T.I. has been on fire since he was arrested...
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| Posted on Jun 17, 2009 |
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T.I IS MY FAV RAPPER!!!!!!!! BETTER THAN WHACK ASS LIL WAYNE!
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| Posted on Jun 18, 2009 |
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The track reminds me "Doin My Job" from his album Trap Muzik. But still solid track.
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| Posted on Jun 20, 2009 |
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I'm a sucker for good use of sampling..
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| Posted on Jun 20, 2009 |
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love t.i. this track does not disappoint at all love the sample and flow from t.i. i have a feeling when he gets out of jail he is going to be dropping some very good music
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| Posted on Jun 21, 2009 |
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Always a Banger from T.I.
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| Posted on Jun 21, 2009 |
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I agree with you Patty. TI mails it in on this track, but Nottz drops a nice beat.
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| Posted on Jun 21, 2009 |
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I love him and the song always ridin wit his music on. FREE T.I.P Westside all day everyday, gives a hell what a nigga say
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| Posted on Jun 21, 2009 |
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@MMOORE AND DJ Z. WHAT YALL SAID
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| Posted on Jun 22, 2009 |
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not his best, but it's T.I. so therefore it's still sick :)
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| Posted on Jun 23, 2009 |
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not his best but ok pretty cool song
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| Posted on Jun 24, 2009 |
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HoT. The hook is hot as clever as hell but Z said it best : "Nottz steals the show here." That production is JOHN BLAZE! It screams to be screwed and Ch-chopped!
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| Posted on Jun 24, 2009 |
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