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Theophilus London - Flying Overseas
Artist: Theophilus London
Featuring: Solange Knowles
Producer: Theophilus London
Album: None
Label: Warner Bros.
Theophilus London‘s Green Label debut single found the ever-experimental emcee trapped in a Humdrum Town after being dumped by his girl. In retrospect, the solution to his woes could hardly have been more obvious: what better way to shake off the blues than by Flying Overseas? Since Humdrum had an upbeat vibe somewhat incongruous with its gloomy subject matter, it’s only appropriate that beatsmith Devonte Hynes (who also provides support on the vocal tip) backs the artist’s jet-setting follow-up with something far moodier, coasting on a spare bass-percussion groove during the emcee’s sensual verses before pulling out the stops for a dreamy, synth-soaked chorus. On the hook, London enlists the services of Beyoncé‘s more eclectically-minded sister; Solange‘s unblemished tones are the perfect complement to Theo’s deadpan brand of soul, and it all adds up to one very smooth ride. This joint isn’t attached to any forthcoming project, but if you find yourself fiending for more, you can always check out the artist’s I Want You mixtape, available for free streaming and download right here in the Booth.
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I saw Theophilus London perform this song in concert a few months ago and he killed it. Nobody in attendance had previously heard the song and by the end the crowd was more than pleased with what they heard.
Frankly, there isn't another artist like London today. I can't even describe what he does that makes me find his music so enjoyable, but I hope he keeps it up for a long time to come. 
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| Posted on Nov 12, 2010 |
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Heard this song awhileeee ago on a mixtape, sick song. the hook sounded different, wasn't a chick before.
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Ok song, nothing all that special though. Seems like it's missing something.
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| Posted on Nov 12, 2010 |
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Damn am no impressed
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| Posted on Nov 12, 2010 |
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theophilus certainly is one unique dude! nice addition on the hook too, solange was very smooth.
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| Posted on Nov 12, 2010 |
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pretty dope
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| Posted on Nov 12, 2010 |
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Theophilus London is a very enjoyable person to hear. This song is sick. Im loving this production from himself. There is no one like him in the game. Im definetly look forward to hearing more from London. A deff banger!
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| Posted on Nov 12, 2010 |
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| Posted on Nov 13, 2010 |
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impressed, would love to hear it live. nice sound and he's adding something new to the music scene. like it
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| Posted on Nov 13, 2010 |
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Beatsmith Devon Hynes? Devon Hynes doesn't not make beats, he plays guitar... rite?
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| Posted on Nov 16, 2010 |
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Tastemaker  Total Ratings: 2065 |
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Really slow, boring track.
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| Posted on Dec 22, 2010 |
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