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They said it couldn’t be done. They thought DJBooth rising star Yonas couldn’t top his previous, highly rated successes like Mindless and In Too Deep. And yet, despite what they said, we have in our headphones perhaps one of the best Yonas tracks to date, It Couldn’t Be Done. Produced by double-first-named beatsmith Sean Ross, who here laces a soulful, propulsive sonic backdrop, Couldn’t Be Done follows Yonas as he lays down the kind of intricate microphone work we’ve come to expect from the Bronx native: “So I die to be unique, never ridin with defeat, never do me like they did Kennedy ridin in his seat.” Or maybe I’m getting carried away? Maybe Couldn’t Be Done isn’t as dope as I think? As always, the rest of the Booth will set me straight soon. While the track will likely be a part of a future Yonas product, he’s keeping the details of said project strictly under wraps. Looks like you’ll just have to keep it locked for further developments.
This song first appeared on the
Independent Chart
on May 24, 2010
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DJ Booth Crew  Total Ratings: 11684 |
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Yonas has been known around the Booth for his consistency. After all, not many emcees average a '4' or better rating across all of their featured tracks. On his latest feature he does nothing to hurt his average, once again hitting a home run with Sean Ross by his production side.
Dope sample with the head nod factor in play, along with a catchy chorus and solid verses, "It Couldn't Be Done" in fact did it. 
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| Posted on May 10, 2010 |
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& another one... Solid, love it~!
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| Posted on May 11, 2010 |
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he's just smooth... puts together great rhymes with meaning. Sean and Yonas are doing IT. can't help but bob ya head with this one.
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| Posted on May 11, 2010 |
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man this guy is absolutely amazing, this song is an UNDENIABLE CLASSIC. I haven't heard anything this bangin for months. Ross killed it on the production and Yonas' even one-up'd him on the verses. Can't wait to go buy this cat's album once it drops.
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| Posted on May 11, 2010 |
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the production is on point
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| Posted on May 11, 2010 |
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Keeps bringing the heat, i thought Push Em Back and Mindless were better, but this is still a banger
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| Posted on May 11, 2010 |
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Production is nice on this. Nice laid back beat. Yonas is consistent with his tracks. Flow is nice on this one.
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| Posted on May 11, 2010 |
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Great relaxing production and awesome thoughtful verses. What more could you want?
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| Posted on May 11, 2010 |
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SUPER DOPE
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| Posted on May 11, 2010 |
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The production on this is hands down the biggest reason as to why this song is as good as it is. Don't get me wrong though, Yonas had a nice flow, but the production really had the biggest impact on me. I like how the mood of the production changes completely as it goes from verse to hook.
Yonas has had some forgettable tracks with me. This however, is definitely not included in that category. Verses were real nice and the hook was just OK. Production is this song's strongest aspect. Looking forward to hearing more. 3.5 |
| Posted on May 11, 2010 |
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The rating speaks for itself... 4.5
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| Posted on May 11, 2010 |
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| Posted on May 11, 2010 |
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I believe I called this guy a consistent rapper who will always be a rotation artist. Same goes here for this one too. Sean Ross has a few good productions I am familiar with and Yonas kills it on this beat. Just a smooth solid production.
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| Posted on May 11, 2010 |
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The production is so smooth, it left me speechless. Yonas is consistent as they come and I have enjoyed his previous mixtape and the other tracks he has put out. His lyrics are on point like always. Banger for sure!
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| Posted on May 11, 2010 |
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The hook on here is the best part of the track for me. I think Yonas' flow on here sounds a little fumbled though he still maintains his lyrical integrity.
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| Posted on May 11, 2010 |
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First listen impressions. Hmmm...that soulful sample works really well with that catchy chorus, but damn that piano loop & Yonas' Bars go hard. Best record I've heard from him to date. [Plays Again]
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| Posted on May 11, 2010 |
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I said it all in the intro. Respect.
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| Posted on May 11, 2010 |
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nice song this is da sh*t
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| Posted on May 11, 2010 |
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Hook needs some work, but he can really rhyme. Looks like he is still trying to find himself tho no personality on this song.
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| Posted on May 11, 2010 |
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Yonas is one of the best up and coming rappers out there. He flows on the beat hes on unlike a lot of fools out there who rap with the same tempo and flow regardless of the beat behind them. I agree with some of the commenters that mindless, push em back are better.
For those new to Yonas, check out his tape, in particular "in a daze" which is my favorite track he do |
| Posted on May 11, 2010 |
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Yonas is serious and I don't understand how he is unsigned..anybody else because Im perplexed...aside from life's unfair bias against indies, Yonas shows why people need to embrace the non-booty clapping tracks with substance and stop waiting for the next dumbed down lyrists to create a new dance. Yonas lit is on point and rides the production perfectly..Dope Track (as expected)
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| Posted on May 11, 2010 |
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| Posted on May 11, 2010 |
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Is..that... Grandmaster Flash?! Haha, he may look like him but his flow is his own. Loving this. Banger.
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| Posted on May 11, 2010 |
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Dope, clean,and smooth
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| Posted on May 11, 2010 |
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wow, lovin the whole feel of this song. Hook and production are good, and the rhymes are top notch.
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| Posted on May 12, 2010 |
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nice. smooth production. solid hook. hard lyrics. good job. but my favorite is still in too deep and mindless.
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| Posted on May 12, 2010 |
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Gettin' hooked on Yonas' flow, very creative prod too, lovin' it
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| Posted on May 12, 2010 |
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another yonas track? im cool with that! once again he brings the heat and keeps it up ALL..... SONG...... LONG! he grabs another great beat and does his thing.
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| Posted on May 12, 2010 |
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Consistency is Yonas' game right now. I like In a Daze and Mindless better, but this is dope nonetheless. Yonas has hooks for days and he manages to come with a mainstream sound without being commercial.
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| Posted on May 12, 2010 |
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Sean Ross + talented rapper make for a winning combination. That's it!
Love the joint, though production gets a little less appealing on verses (I understand why, supporting rhymes rather than dominate) but picks up strong again for hook. And Yonas has stepped his bars up since "I Am Us" days. Solid four stars! |
| Posted on May 13, 2010 |
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Great production. Nothin like a soulful beat. Yonas's lyrics are also on point with a catchy hook.
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| Posted on May 13, 2010 |
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I am always amazed when Yonas comes out with a new song. I LOVE this! Definitely a promising artist. I look forward to seeing him live again.
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| Posted on May 15, 2010 |
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Shit goes harder than a 12yr old with a Playboy.
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| Posted on May 15, 2010 |
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The production on this crazy, straight lyrical genius the part about not dissing your teachers was straight BANGER!!!!
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| Posted on May 15, 2010 |
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Like most of the residents and other regulars, Ive been impressed with every track Yonas has released. Production & Yonas's flow made this a enjoyable track.
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| Posted on May 16, 2010 |
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Catchy chorus, summer tune!
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| Posted on May 17, 2010 |
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There's nothing that really is bad about this track. He just needs to keep doing what he's doing.
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| Posted on May 19, 2010 |
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Siiiiick
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| Posted on May 19, 2010 |
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LOVE @ 1st listen...
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| Posted on May 19, 2010 |
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str8 crack! keep it up son.
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| Posted on May 21, 2010 |
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Yonas is pretty dope mam. Just about everything I heard from him on the booth are heaters. I don't know much about the guy, but I know he makes hit records.
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| Posted on May 24, 2010 |
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love this guy's stuff... really want to get a download for in too deep...ausiepride i noticed you put a shout out for one too... can you help a fellow countryman out
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| Posted on May 28, 2010 |
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| Posted on Apr 03, 2011 |
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not my kind thing but its still a good song
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| Posted on Aug 16, 2011 |
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