No matter where in the world you live, racism is prevalent. For centuries, minorities have been unfairly beaten, shot and tortured because of their ethnicities and unfortunately, as of late, we have sadly been reminded of such grim realities (Jena 6, Sean Bell). Although free speech is practiced in the United States, recording artists (especially those who are signed to major labels) rarely project their remarkably prominent voices. Thankfully, Philadelphia’s own The Roots has brought an end to non-politically-driven music. On a track on their new album, Rising Down, the band is joined by MCs Saigon and Truck North, who together discuss the journey of a lifelong hustler and his issues. Note: tomorrow, an interview with The Roots’ ?uestlove will be featured on DJ Booth.
I'm not really feeling the melody on this track too much. It just seems the feel of the track is off in some way. Maybe it is meant to be like that to be different; but it just throws something off for me. The rapping is OK and the chorus is decent. I wouldn't really play it again though, so it's an OK joint!
Hey TheGreatest u rite homie, its da roots they stay bringin da fire. i definitely will have dis track on repeat all dai. Go Roots, da Melody is FIRE!!!!
I really enjoy the beat.. Its different, its something you can vibe to..
To Donjonjon, play it again.. Listen to what they say, listen to the roots jam.. You might change your mind???
I really like the chorus...even if you don't like The Roots or you're like me and have no idea who Truck North is, you gotta admit that Saigon is nice. I'd give this more than one listen. Cool track - positive message and original.
This is not my kinda feel,however that does not take away from the message and flow which I think is powerful. Lupe would have been good on this. Am I the only person who wants the roots to do an entire album with that "What they Do" feel to it! That was one of my all time favorite songs. This is a good song.
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