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Hip Hop Is Dead
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Binding: Audio CD
EAN: 0602517028296
Format: Explicit Lyrics
Label: Def Jam
Manufacturer: Def Jam
MPN: 000722902
Number Of Discs: 1
Publisher: Def Jam
Release Date: December 19, 2006
Studio: Def Jam
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Editorial Review:
Given its provocative title, it's no surprise that parts of Hip Hop Is Dead feel like an elegy of sorts. Nas practically came into the game looking backwards (see "Memory Lane" off Illmatic) but he seems more nostalgic than ever with tracks like "Where Are They Now?," "Carry on Tradition," "Can't Forget About You," and the title song which all focus on rap's past. This reminiscing can only fan the dim candle fans keep lit for Nas, hopeful that he'll make a full return to his former glory. But, once again, the rapper teases and falls short. As has become habit, Nas does manage to knock out a handful of excellent songs ("Can't Forget" and "Play on Playa" for example), along with a handful of awful fare (none worse than "Who Killed It," Nas's disastrous attempt to channel the spirit of '30s gangster actor Edward G. Robinson), and a few forgettable filler songs. The production is similarly uneven though Kanye West's and Will.I.Am's contributions are reliably listenable. The biggest shortcoming is that given it's title Hip Hop Is Dead aspires to be an event album but it never delivers on that promise despite the heady symbolism of former rival Jay-Z joining him on "Black Republicans." In the end, this is another good, not great album. Hip-hop isn't dead and neither is Nas but both could use a shot of life. --Oliver Wang
Throughout his storied career, which began with 1994's classic Illmatic and has spanned the last decade with over 12 million albums sold, Nas has been more than just the genre's foremost lyricist and thinker. He has become a statesman, some would argue hip-hop's "conscience." Now, with the release of his long-awaited Def Jam debut--the aptly-titled Hip-Hop Is Dead--Nas returns to his role as mentor and teacher, his legendary mic skills as sharp as ever, and takes today's young rappers back to school. The lesson? Hip-Hop--as Nas sees it--is very much alive.
UK pressing of the Rap superstar's 2006 album features one bonus track: 'The N...'. Throughout his storied career, which began with 1994's classic Illmatic and has spanned the last decade with over 12 million albums sold, Nas has been more than just the genre's foremost lyricist and thinker. He has become a statesman, some would argue Hip Hop's 'conscience'. This release features guest appearances from The Game, Jay-Z, Snoop Dogg and Kanye West. Mercury.
Throughout his Storied Career, which Began with 1994's Classic Illmatic and Has Spanned the Last Decade with Over 12 Million Albums Sold, Nas Has Been More Than Just the Genre's Foremost Lyricist and Thinker. He Has Become a Statesman, Some Would Argue Hip-hop's "conscience." Now, with the Release of his Long-awaited Def Jam Debut, the Aptly-titled "Hip-hop is Dead", Nas Returns to his Role as Mentor and Teacher, his Legendary Mic Skills as Sharp as Ever, and Takes Today's Young Rappers Back to School. The Lesson? Hip-hop - as Nas Sees it - is Very Much Alive. The Album features the Game, Jay-z Snoop Dogg and Kanye West. It also features Will. I. Am Productions Twice on the Album with the Title Track and First Single `hip Hop is Dead'.
Customer Reviews
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Rating:  - Nas - Hip Hop Is Dead
Well, Nas is arguabley the best rapper alive. Of course everyone has their own opinion and before i get jumped on for calling him the best rapper alive, let me restate that, HE IS A LEGEND. But im not gonna lie, this album was a let down. With a name like Hip Hop Is Dead, you kinda expect a little more. You expect Nas to save hip hop with this album. But he didnt really do a whole lot to save it. I mean, i dont want to understate this album, because its definetly not bad, but its also definetly not ... Read More
Rating:  - its cool
and everything. but towards the end the cd could use a shot of life. It's not one of Nas' best albums as there are others that rock it from beginning to end better than "Hip Hop is Dead". But the cd does have a theme that is worth listening to for the most part and it has some solid songs that i enjoyed like:
"Still Dreaming"
"Where Are They Now"
"Hustlers"
there are some others that are cool and what not but also several that just don't feel right here. Whether ... Read More
Rating: - Afraid not of none of you n****s but of my own strength 3 1/2 stars
Nas is a great lyricist; this album is proof of that statement. I really enjoyed "Hip Hop is Dead" mostly because of his delivery and he finally has some good production. Most of his past albums have only sub-par production, but this one is a big improvement, so he should be commended for that. The guest appearances helped gussy this album up, too. Snoop, Game, Chrisette Michelle, Jay-Z and Trey Williams all do a splendid job with their features. This is a concept album, and although I see where Nas ... Read More
Rating:  - Nas' worst yet
I am a huge nas fan, illmatic, it was written, I am, stillmatic, lost tapes ... all classic. This album was beyond dissapointing, it was 90% filler tracks. The fact that so many people gave it 5 stars proves hip hop really is dead.
Rating:  - What?
who is nas to say hip-hop is dead? illmatic is one the best albums of all time, i admit that. even years later stillmatic was pretty good too. but what gives nas the credibility to say that hip hop is dead? its not like he is ACTUALLY god's son. He might not like to new hip hop but a lot of people do.
on top of all that, i like nas. this album isn't that bad either. but he shouldn't start bashing all the new artists. especially the south. i think he's just jealous cuz he's not on top anymore. ... Read More
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