DISC 01
Dr. Frazier's Office (Intro Skit):
I generally dont really feel the "filler" skits that Strange has been doing (ie Vitiligo) But this idea was done nicely. Plus the little bit of fucking with everyone had me laughin.
Like Yeah:
Due to excessive plays before release, i'll try and be as un-biased as possible.
A great high energy song. Love the 300 reference from the get go. Great placement of the song, got me hyped ready to sit back for the next 3 hours.
Wheaties (Feat. Shawnna):
Personally, i love this song. With mixed reviews from elsewhere, I've come to my opinion that if you dont enjoy female rappers, this probably isnt for you. If you enjoy rap for exactly that, rap, then this song is bad. Was great to hear Kali's chorus mixed in with the female (presuming Shawnna's) voice. Was a bit worried that the song name would be done cornily, but overall a solid ass song.
Everybody Move:
Also a previously excessively played out song. Overall this song achieves exactly what the aim was, MOVE. High energy got me even more pumped up for what wad ahead.
Get The Fuck Outta Here (Feat. The Popper & Paul Wall):
Great show of Tech's versatility. Although not the typical spit fire tech that we're used too, i believe Techs verse was done well. The Popper had me on the fence at first listen, due to a different speed on the song. After further review his verse has grown on me. Over all matches the song. Paul Wall, although he did stick somewhat to his familiarities he did the slower, C&S style beat real justice.
The Waitress:
Was highly anticipating this song, due to the "Sinister Tech" style beat. (All over, up and down melody) At first listen the production didnt seem to flow with every other song we had heard up to this point, although the lyrical content and song premise made up for that. Good, Classic Tech N9ne.
Crybaby:
Finally what i've been waiting to hear. Tech got on some real shit, and let it be known what was on his mind. Only a preview of the emotions to follow. The creative beat had me from the beginning.
Shit Is Real:
Rock haters beware. This song in my opinion is on some real shit. I know anyone thats ever been into the party scene can relate to what is being said. Although like stated before, if you generally dont find yourself enjoying the rock sound, this song may not be for you.
Blackboy (Feat. Brother J, Ice Cube & Krizz Kaliko):
Being a white boy from the suburbs I couldn't quite relate to the song. BUT everyone's verses are correct. I would have loved to hear a little bit more "bells and whistles" around Cubes verse. (Similar to the whoops at the beginning of J's verse.) Overall didnt disappoint on such a great Collabo.
Pillow Talkin' (Feat. Scarface) :
The catchy Chorus caught my attention. Reminding me of a Gypsy/Belly Dancer. Although on further review, not one of my favorites of the album. May go as far as to say it may become a "skipper". Scarface's verse didn't impress in quite the way i was hoping.
Paint A Dark Picture (Feat. Dirtball):
A great transition, with a very catchy chorus. Overall this is the Tech i was hoping wouldnt be lacking, and with this song alone I would have been fine. A great intro into the dark songs too follow. Loved the use of the reverse talk, that actually kept with the rhyme scheme. Dirtball went above my expectations, given they weren't that high, as i didn't know much about the guy.
Hope For A Higher Power:
Was excited to hear what followed after hearing the sampler snips. Happy to report it didnt disappoint. A very well thought out song, with the exception of the constant referral to ammunition. (In no way shape or form did that take anything from the song.) Overall a very nice song.
Worst Case Scenario (Skit):
Nice intro, but a bit long for the subject. Who is Scenario anyway? The R&B song played was actually not bad. (I'm presuming its Krizz's rendition) Was hyped when a realised what the skit was turning into near the end. Overall accomplished what it was created to do.
Psycho Bitch II (Feat. Liquid Assassin):
The hype built up around the beat had me feeling a bit lacking, it doesnt detract from the song at all. This is one of the gems of the entire album. Was glad to hear the similarities to the OG. On first listen, the small change up with Krizz singing threw me off, but does in fact fit the song well. Also upon first listen wasnt feeling Liquid Assassin as much as i was hoping, but thats started to change with a few more listens. Overall a great fucking song, and I'm happy to report that.
Poisonous (Feat. Liz Suwandi):
Had me a little confused at first, thinking maybe i had skipped to the Sextion a bit early. I honestly thought Britany Spears had dropped a chorus for the album. Take a close listen, this song and its topic is a nice addition into the Dark Side. Overall not my cup of tea, but not a horrible song at all. Kinda catchy to be honest.
Too Much (Feat. Kutt Calhoun):
A nice beat, had me somewhat expecting a pick up somewhere along the line. Kutt did the damn thing on the track. And with Techs spit fire spit that had been in somewhat low quantity till this point it caught me. Could have done with a different closing out song for the first disc, but overall not bad.
DISC 02
I Love You But Fuck You:
Like stated before, this is the shit i was waiting to hear. The more personal Tech and his experiences appeal to me, and this was a great opener for the CD. A nice last verse was icing on the cake. Great to hear some real shit, which is lacking from most modern rap.
One Good Time:
Holly Shit. Was everything i was hoping and more. The beat was done nicely, and with the heart put behind the lyrical content, this song is an instant classic. Yet again what i've been waiting to hear from Tech in a long while. This could have been the only "Fuck you, this shits tiring" song on the entire album and i would have been satisfied.
Drill Team (Feat. Snug Brim, BG Bulletwound & Krizz Kaliko):
Overall a bit bland in comparison to some of the other tracks on the album. Although its always nice to hear Strange Camp/Affiliates on a track together.
Beat You Up (Feat. Lebowski, The Weapon & ???):
Yet again the internet ruined a song for me a bit. The hype built up around the "Special Guest" had me expecting more. Not a bad song in its own right, but still a bit bland.
Let's Go (Feat. Kutt Calhoun & Mista Fab):
Everybody dropped a clean verse. Although nothing through the fucking roof, it fit the bill of "All Killer no Filler". Also one that was near played out by the time i peeped the entire album, which may have an affect on the review.
Why You Ain't Call Me:
Another great addition to the album. Tech is speaking his mind, and you better duck. Speaks on a lot of situations that most us "internet folk" have speculated on. Glad to see someone speaking their mind instead of kissing ass constantly.
Seven Words (Feat. Skatterman & Krizz Kaliko):
Not a bad intro into the Sextion. The seven words had me laughing my ass off. I've yet to be the girl when listening to Killer, especially the Sextion, so until then I cant speculate on it until i put it to the test.
The Sexorcist (Infomercial) (Feat. Krizz Kaliko):
The infomercial part of the song had me reminded of Stallion. A nice sound to it. Will have a further review when i get a chance to test. haha
Killa Call (Skit):
Could have done without this skit. Seemed a bit more like it was thrown on as to include Killa C on the album. And why in gods name would you think i'd want to listen to Killa C's voice in the middle of the SEXTION.
Enjoy (Feat. Krizz Kaliko & Bosko):
Still yet, another nice sounding lady time song. The chorus does get a bit repetitive. Was kinda of intriguing to hear a more extreme voice effect on a Tech song. *Ending upon review*
Elbow Macaroni (Skit):
Funny as fuck to me. Some people find it funny, some people dont find it funny at all. Find out for yourself. ELBOW MACARONI BITCH!!!
I Am Everything (Feat. Hed P.E. & Kottonmouth Kings):
Rock haters beware. A nice show of the versatility yet again. KMK did better than i had previously expected, although still one of the weakest features on the album. The singer from hed P.E. actually fit the feel more than i had expected also. A bit repetitive but i actually enjoyed this one.
Happy Ending:
Shit gave me the chills from the get go. Especially after the reference to the "Anghellic" song. (Dont wanna ruin it for the un educated) Shit caught my attention with its lyrical content and deepness of lyrics. Yet again a great venting song. Where was this shit on Everready?
Can't Shake It (Feat. Krizz Kaliko & Robert Rebeck):
Beat was a little different than i expected for a Tech song. Probably the weakest of the heart felt shit.
Holier Than Thou (Feat. Krizz Kaliko & Strange Lane Choir):
Not a bad song at all. Although a bit ironic that the entire 3rd verse is kind of contradicting. How can you be on a Hollier than Thou tip, but talk shit cause the dude you wanted didnt come through. Love thy neighbor anyone? Strange Lane Choir was a nice addition, but didnt rocket this song to the top of the list.
Last Words:
I may be a bit biased on this track, due to excessive mdma intake at time of listening. To me, this track is the ultimate FUCK YOU if you aren't behind me track. Tech brings the realness back to rap with the truth from his lyrics. In my opinion i found this to be a perfectly fitting last track. The "bells and whistles" werent needed in this one. The message is enough to carry this song into the classic list for me.
