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Originally posted by DeltaSigStan
I'd agree, except hip-hop is still hip-hop, and as commercialized and wack as they are, guys like 50, Ja and Nelly are regarded by the majority as being "top MCs" by many music fans, a lot of whom DON'T know who BDK and KRS are, and I say that to those (which I see now doesn't include you) who feel that 50 and Ja are great lyricists to actually learn their history.
Yeah, it's a sad commentary on today's hip-hop, but I feel you have to compare them to really appreciate what true hip-hop is about, because too many people who've gotten into the music these last few years don't know anything beyond 1998. And ONLY when old school artists are truly recognized for their influence and their music will these new guys get found out.
Now, those who appreciate Talib and Common and know better, you're absolutely right. My point is only to show how far we've regressed in terms of actual lyrical ability.
And as for 50's toughness....well, let's wait till them disses come out and see how he addresses them.
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no one considers nelly or splinter MC's. but 50 isn't terrible on the mic, he's just not that good. and nas would eat 50 alive.
"i'm about a dolla, what the fuck is 50 cent?"
-s. carter
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