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In September of 2009, the nation was rocked by news that Derrion Albert, a 19-year-old student from Chicago’s South Side, had been beaten to death after inadvertently getting in the middle of a gang conflict. A little over a year later, the Windy City is still struggling to come to grips with that tragedy and others like it – as are countless other communities across the nation. On new single Pray for ‘Em, Chicago native YP takes a moment to reflect upon the consequences, and the causes of such senseless violence. Backed by producer Mark Byrd‘s muted brass and vocal samples, the freestyle series alum vividly describes the inner-city conditions that give rise to needless suffering, and offers his sympathy to anyone who has lost a loved one. R&B singer Kamilah Sumner handles guest duties, tying the record together with a chorus as smooth as it is poignant. If you appreciated this heartfelt joint, you’ll find more deep thoughts (along with, presumably, some lighter fare) on YP’s RubyHornet/DJBooth-cosponsored No Sleep street album, scheduled to hit our mixtape page for streaming and download sometime in December.
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I know media outlets, including us, have a habit of claiming an artist is "up next." While we work in the music business and not the prognostication field, I cannot not proclaim that YP is on that track. He can do street-ready records and storytelling all the same, a rare quality amongst the newest breed of emcees in the game.
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| Posted on Nov 19, 2010 |
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First off, I love the message YP gives in this. Its very deep, and makes you think hard about what he has to say. Also, the production from Mark Byrd is very great.
I love YP's verses in this. They have great lyrics and a smooth flow. This is a great, thoughtful, enjoyable record. A banger, no doubt. |
| Posted on Nov 19, 2010 |
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Now this is a damn good track. YP is real nice wit it. This beat is real hard. Im lovin this song. definitely a banger. sounds real good
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| Posted on Nov 19, 2010 |
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It's like people are afraid to make important music, music that maters, anymore. Not YP. Huge props to him for tackling such an important issue, and doind it so dopely.
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| Posted on Nov 19, 2010 |
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Solid track, with some incredible storytelling
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| Posted on Nov 19, 2010 |
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Weak, and exploitive.
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To the person who called this song weak and exploitive, please go back to your collection of Wacka Flocka albums and stay there. We don't need your perspective on REAL MUSIC. This guy YP is a young dude who is talking about real shit. Plus he has lyrics. 5 stars.
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| Posted on Nov 29, 2010 |
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YP gotta alot of heart. He has lyrical and story telling potency. I can tell hes had this topic on his mind for minute. Job well done YP
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| Posted on Dec 06, 2010 |
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