Month: December 2005

Two nutcases who keep making fools of themselves, constantly fighting over Eminem are getting on my nerves lol So I wanted to diss them on a freestyle which is also a good recreation before working on more serious projects…Enjoy:)
Ayo, this is what happens when Stan meets Groupie Love
Gotta get this shit outta my chest
May you both not in peace rest, you are under arrest, don’t ever try my forces to test
I gotta put some fear into this scary groupie atmosphere
I spread like a bad bird flu’ virus, I am epidemic, sarcastic , pandemic
My words are bombastic, drastic against the psychotic
You pollute the air, pulling each other’s hair, how much are you in despair
You need to compare to each other, you unhealthy pair
Running after a multimillionaire (stupid golddiggaz/ fake female wiggaz)
Spreading your insults on Sirius, damn you nearly made ICP look serious (haha)
Let me call V Sinizter Out Da Cosmos to harm you and bring you back to planet earth!
Better pray for your spiritual rebirth, gotta express mirth watching what you both are worth (no motherfucking penny haha)
Stan you ain’t no fan, I’d rather call you a stupid ass kisser
Licking Illwayz’ nuts praising his music
thinking it was produced by Nathan Mathers,
this is how your credibility in no time shatters
Trying to set up some lame rhyme, stupid mime, just wasting your time
Thinking you’ll divorce (in order to marry Marshall, better bump against a wall, spreading your nutcase SOS call)
Fool go back to reality you ugly ass face
You’s a disgrace , I’ll give you the coup de grace, you’s a mental case!
You gonna lose the race, somebody needs to punch you right in the face
And make you embrace facts the way they are
You ought to know that the 4 whack lines you’re calling raps
Are similar to an illiterate’s lyrical attempt written in caps
Two faced bitches get off Em’s dick, this shit is sick,
Groupie Love, I grant you the lips and the tits
But what am I gonna say about something gay
Like Happy Hump Day
Don’t call love a feeling that could be defined as lust
People like you in no time I bust, you’re a total disgust
Thinking you’re a sweet talker when everybody knows you’s a Hailie stalker
Misspelling her name, proclaim yourself a promoter, and playing a dirty game
You lame bitches all sound the same, no personality, no name
Star struck, running after each single buck,
asking yourselves how many dicks you’ll have to suck
Oh moms, good luck! Before you get Em’s (haha)
Stan and Groupie Love just mentioned above are mad
And so fucking sad cuz Em can’t be their Superman
Get a life instead of claiming « I’m Eminem’s next to be wife! »
So now shut up Stan or I’ll smash you up you ugly ass hoe
Don’t talk about my tattoo, boo
Remember there are so many dirty details I could expose
Just under your nose!
Copyright2005 by Isabelle Esling
All Rights Reserved

The making of a little star
Dedicated to Hailie Jade Scott Mathers, for her 10th birthday
« I want her to be able to grow up and look back on this and be like , whether people agree with it or not , “My dad put me on a song. My dad wrote songs for me, my dad said my name all over the place.” I want her to be able to look back in magazines and everything and just know. I don’t ever wanna be like my father was to me. » (Eminem)
Eminem’s little daughter is one of the best known little girls in the world. Each Eminem fan has heard about her existence.
Marshall Mathers has been criticized numerous times for putting his daughter in his songs. Some people always see something wrong in everything he does.
Marshall is a full mouthed rapper with some wicked lyrics. Those who have followed him since the beginning know how much controversial he was when his Slim Shady LP was released. His lyrics contained the whole rage, creativity and murderous intentions of his evil alter ego.
Hailie’s presence in the middle of Slim Shady’s shivery words softened his Cds harsh side.
People should consider that Eminem’s intentions were honorable when putting his little princess on his records. First, Hailie means the world to the loving daddy Marshall actually is.
Second, Hailie is the main source of his motivation to become a successful rapper.
Third, Eminem grew up fatherless and he wants to be a caring presence in his daughter’s life. He shared his concern and love with his numerous fans.
Eminem honored the daughter he adores in various songs and I find it touching and wonderful.
Hailie is featured on some songs, on some other tracks, her daddy sings about her.
Hailie on ‘97 Bonnie and Clyde

Back in the days Marshall was fighting with Kim. When their relationship was off, Kim didn’t allow Marshall to see his daughter. Hailie had become a bad weapon against Marshall.
I remember watching an old video from 1998 where you saw a younger Eminem wearing some glasses telling people about the release of the Slim Shady LP. While announcing his future release he kept saying, while flipping the bird: « I will talk about my baby’s mama. This is some real shit ».
Of course, he was referring to the ‘97 Bonnie And Clyde song.
Not only was the so much misinterpreted song in which a 2 year old Hailie ended up as her dad’s accomplice in her mom’s murder a reconciliation attempt with Kim, but it was also rich of a very touching message:
« Baby, your dada loves you (hey)
And I’ma always be here for you (hey)
No matter what happens
You’re all I got in this world
I would never give you up for nothin’
Nobody in this world is ever gonna keep you from me
I love you… »

People might reproach Eminem quantity of things. However who would dare to say that he is not a devoted and caring father?
The ‘97 Bonnie And Clyde song introduces Hailie to the world. Little Hailie chatters in the background and has become a hip hop heroine, a gangsta character.
Despite its scary background, the Bonnie And Clyde song is a beautiful treasure of fatherly love and devotion.
Eminem’s first ode to Hailie: Hailie’s Song

Several years later, after releasing his controversial Marshall Mathers LP, Eminem was back with a brand new and explosive CD: The Eminem Show. A CD that offered a critical view and some insight about American society and politics. A Cd that was mixed up with some funny and dramatic elements. In the middle of all those typical Eminem songs, Hailie’s Song, a touching ode from a daddy to his daughter.
When I bought The Eminem Show in 2002, Hailie’s Song was the song that I discovered just after White America.
Some critics accused Eminem of « turning pop » because of this beautiful song of his, but I think I understood his intentions quite immediately. Eminem merely wanted to show his audience that he was also capable of singing songs besides his rapping abilities. Hailie’s song is deep and touching. The song is a sweet combination of soft violin notes and real feelings put on paper.
Hailie’s song shows a daddy’s gratitude towards his daughter’s presence in his life.
Hailie in My Dad’s Gone Crazy

The last song of The Eminem Show is written like a comedy, a funny daddy-daughter dialogue in which Eminem acts crazy and Hailie comes to rescue her dad.
The listener should take attention at Eminem’s words:
« My songs can make you cry, take you by surprise
And at the same time, make you dry your eyes with the same rhyme »
While playing the fool with Hailie, Eminem talks about serious subjects and pours his heart out about the drama of September the 11th and his beloved uncle Ronnie’s death.
Hailie fires back in Doe Rae Me

“My daughter is the closest thing to my heart. You say something about my daughter, then there’s no boundaries, everything is open, and Hailie might come on the record and diss you, too. So don’t fuck with me when it comes to my daughter. (Eminem, Rolling Stone Interview, June 2004)
Four rappers have dissed Hailie in her songs: Everlast, Esham, Ja Rule and Benzino. If « personals » are part of the rap game, I do consider that they should be aimed at the rapper himself, not at their kid.
If you talk bad about one of my sons, I might kill you. A parent is driven mad when you attack his or her kid. It is a mean and cowardly way of rapping, as far as I am concerned.
Eminem is cleverer than most of his opponents. Ja Rule and Benzino put Hailie on a song, dissing her badly. Ok, guys, you put Eminem’s daughter on a record? Guess what, Hailie is gonna respond to your attacks and make you look ridiculous!
That’s exactly what Hailie did!
Eminem, Obie Trice and D12 might have assisted the little girl, but the last dialogue is killing Ja Rule through Hailie’s mouth:
[Hailie] Daddy is Ja Rule taller than me?
[Eminem] No honey you guys are the same size
If you want to mess with Eminem, don’t touch his daughter or you might regret it. Marshall doesn’t play with his feelings for his daughter. Hailie is the closest person to his heart.
Mockingbird: second ode to Hailie

Maybe the greatest gift Eminem has ever offered to his fans is his Mockingbird video. In that wonderful and touching video, Eminem went that far to invite us into his living room. He didn’t choose actors to play Hailie, Alaina or Kim. No, he took a real former video featuring his beloved ones.
This video is an open dialogue with Hailie during which Marshall is trying to explain his own failures and Kim’s whereabouts.
The video allows people to picture every day life scenes at Eminem’s home. Touching, deep and refreshing scenes of little Hailie’s life will allow people to understand the daddy- daughter relationship better.
When I’m Gone: Hailie reuniting her parents

Eminem’s most recent song and video are full of pain and When I’m Gone sounds like an apology to Hailie.
Very sincere and conscious of his addiction problems, Eminem pictures scenes of conflict with his daughter. Hailie suffers from his absence and sometimes wouldn’t let her father go.
Following her daddy like an angel in her thoughts and prayers, Hailie makes her dad realize that his place is at home with his family.
Since the beginning of his career, Hailie has played different roles in his music. Accomplice in crime, weapon between her parents’ struggles, Ja Rule’s opponent, daddy’s little angel, a little girl in pain.
Eminem has been criticized for putting his daughter in his songs. I find it wonderful that a full mouthed and offensive battle rapper with some incisive and wicked lyrics showed his soft side to his public. He managed to transform this love and dedication towards his daughter into beautiful music notes that please many fans’ ears.
Hailie, I think you have all reasons in the world to be proud of your daddy. Thank you for the beautiful songs you inspired him.
Copyright by Isabelle Esling
All Rights Reserved

Many people accuse Eminem of whining about Hailie in his songs…I wouldn’t call Eminem’s words whinings…I’d call them “the heart of a daddy who shares his loving and profound relationship to his beloved daughter with his public”. I find Marshall’s words towards his daughter real and touching. My next article will analyze Hailie’s role in different Eminem songs through the years…it will be dedicated to a little girl who makes her daddy happy and who has been part of his music for six years…stay tuned, folks:)

Rating: four stars and a half
When some great talents unite to work together and are willing to produce some high quality hip hop, you will obtain a jewel like Da Shadyspot mixtape 2005. Well known artists like Stat Quo, Raekwon and Proof have contributed to the very enjoyable CD. What makes the CD so special? Let me tell you: Detroit is in the house. Not only the « famous » Detroit emcees, but also the numerous emcees who are Detroit’s underground’s pride like Purple Gang, Royce 5.9, 5 Ela, DJ Rick and many more.
Stat Quo introduces the mixtape with Emil’s contribution. Emil is a man who is very much involved in hip hop. He is the owner of the Da Shady Spot website, a website that is all about hip hop.
Electric guitars introduce the second track entitled « Some Amsterdamn Shit ». Brainpower and DJ Exclusive collaborate on this track that will remind some listeners of MC Hush’s « Rock Shit », which intelligently marries rock and rap sounds.
Part Of History from dK attracted my attention. The instrumentals are soft and rich (violins, bass, keyboards), good vocals and good lyrics will guide the listener into the realness of the artist’s performance. Ride with him and realize how much real emcees are a part of hip hop history.
Raptile’s performance won’t probably leave you indifferent either. The hot New Jersey rapper spits with confidence on the very rhythmic Don’t Forget It song. An ill rhymer is ready to impress his audience. No doubt: you will fully appreciate his skills.
Hot Karl’s Don’t Let The Music Stop is a very well handled part track. Rhythmic, happy and lead by a skilled rapper with a rapid flow.
Among the numerous Detroit performances, don’t miss Royce’s One Triumphant featuring Meta. Explosive lyrics, piano, violins, stormy ocean sounds mixed up with gunshots will make you feel the rough atmosphere of the whole song.
People who are fond of the Detroit style will probably also like DJ Rick’s Ghetto Superstar. DJ Rick manages to put a festive atmosphere on most of his tracks. His force also lies in the fact that he can flow. Enjoy the track that fully represents Detroit City.
Also don’t miss 5Ela’s Trademark track. 5 Ela is a group Proof has collaborated with. Enjoy some pure hip hop: the group blesses the mic on a very rapid track song with catchy beats. Very well done.
Bizarre is in the house with his enjoyable Bounce track. Sick, offensive, arrogant, hilarious as always, the Idiotic Bizarre will take you into his world. Harpsichord sound are combined with some dope ass beats and some mad lyrics that will amuse Bizzy lovers.
Strike (Remember the emcee who was opposed to Eminem in 8 Mile? Yes, the leader of the Free World, Papa Doc) is ready to take over with some real raw lyrics and sounds.
Detroit is proudly represented on the Da Shadyspot mixtape 2005. Some other good Detroit talents like Illwayz, Sindy Syringe (Bizarre’s wife), Mu and Proof are featured on this quality mixtape.
The 30 track CD will transport the listener to a high level of hip hop.
Rhythmic tracks mixed up with various, rich instrumentals, emcees with a very nice flow delivery who can spit will enchant true hip hop lovers.
The Da Shadyspot mixtape 2005 is definitely worth your interest.

Da Shadyspot Mixtape 2005…lots of Detroit names like Proof, Mu, Bizarre and his wife Sindy Syringe, 5Ela,DJ Rick, Royce da 5.9, Illwayz and many more are on that hot mixtape…100% of pleasure and pure hip hop! Stay tuned, people:)

Yea, the lyrical bomber of the D12 group has a website.

Contribution X was born on July the 5th, 1979 in Long Beach City, California.
Influenced by emcees like Run DMC, Wu Tang Clan, Immortal Technique( and many more) and also by amazing black musicians like Barry White, Contribution X started rapping when he was only 11.
Caught in the middle of his passion, Contribution X nearly forgot about promoting and recording his work. However within the last two years he put more efforts into that determinant aspect of the music industry.
Contribution X isn’t afraid to get political in his songs. He also describes ghetto life’s all day reality.
The listeners will probably enjoy Contribution X’s rich lyrics.
Among the songs exposed on his my space account, I’d recommend you Words Of Stone- lyrically and also for the beautiful scratches sounds in the background.
Contribution X has some more music to offer on his sound click account.
I particularly enjoyed The Underground and North Long Beach reporting featuring Napalm.
The Underground describes the hood in all its ugliness. Using some colorful and dirty words, Contribution X is like a well that never runs dry. The listener will enjoy his numerous and abundant supplies of words. Contribution X feeds your hunger while spitting some fire. Some good beats mixed up with some good instrumentals, a strong voice, a good dose of offensiveness make an interesting lyrical master of Contribution X.
Contribution X is one of those passionate emcees who perfectly knows how to keep the flame alive. Incredibly gifted player in the rap game, Contribution X is really worth your interest. Learn more about him on his official website.

Check it out here.

Contribution X from Long Beach, California…be prepared for some good hip hop. Stay tuned, folks:)

NEW YORK (Reuters) – They have baggy clothing, backward baseball caps, the “bling bling” and racy lyrics. And these days, rappers sometimes wear yarmulkes too.
Hip-hop music, which grew out of black inner cities, isn’t typically associated with Jews, but as the genre has grown more popular, some Jewish artists have embraced it as their own, while transcending theological and ethnic differences.
New York-based Hip Hop Hoodios, whose name is a play on the Spanish word for Jews, is a Latino-Jewish group that has recorded in English, Spanish and Hebrew. Their lyrics include such sardonic lines as: “My nose is large, and you know I’m in charge.”
A popular 26-year-old Hasidic singer, Matisyahu, raps in a brimmed hat and dark suit over reggae beats. “Torah food for my brain let it rain till I drown, Thunder! Let the blessings come down,” he says in “King Without a Crown.”
The growing genre has also seen artists like Remedy collaborate with mainstream acts like Wu-Tang Clan.
“It’s very much a representation of the cooperative state of Jewish and black relations today,” said Rabbi Marc Schneier, president of the Foundation for Ethnic Understanding, which is chaired by hip-hop impresario Russell Simmons. “I view cooperation, not conflict, as the defining element.”
While some commentators still see rifts between American blacks and Jews, many agree that relations have improved greatly. At the same time, hip-hop has gone mainstream.
Experts said hip-hop can appeal to audiences of diverse backgrounds, including Jews, while still maintaining its authenticity.
“It’s impossible to separate this phenomenon from a move by Jews in their late teens to late 30s to explicitly identify themselves as Jews in American popular culture,” said Joel Schalit, managing editor of Tikkun magazine, who personally likes two Israeli Hebrew-language artists — Sagol 59 and HaDag Nahash.
“What might be new is that more artists are emphasizing their Jewishness in their content and marketing.”
An example: Chutzpah, comprised of two suburban New York natives and a Los Angeles actor, whose first single from a self-titled CD and accompanying DVD is “Chanukah’s Da Bomb.”
50 SHEKEL, MESHUGGE KNIGHT
“A lot of people think because ‘Chanukah’s Da Bomb’ is the single, it’s for Jewish people,” said the group’s 44-year-old dreadlocked member, David Scharff. “It’s like saying Woody Allen is for Jewish people. It’s for everybody.”
Formed by music producer Tor Hyams, Chutzpah even enlisted 71-year-old veteran actor George Segal as “Dr. Dreck,” its “coordinator.”
“The lyrics are quite solid and informative, as well as witty, sharp and funny,” Segal said in a phone interview. “That’s what makes it work.”
Chutzpah treads the line between seriousness and satire. Parody acts in Jewish hip-hop have been common. Among them, 50 Shekel was a takeoff on 50 Cent. M.O.T. was managed by Meshugge Knight, a takeoff on Suge Knight. And 2 Live Jews featured Dr. Dreidle and Ice Berg.
“If you’re looking for a tale of ‘gangsta’ life, Jewish hip-hop might not be the place to start,” said Alana Newhouse, arts and culture editor at the Forward newspaper.
“The best Jewish hip-hop artists plumb serious elements of Jewish history, but all are creating a new way to tell the story of Jewish experience.”
Beastie Boys are the most commercially successful Jewish rap act, and the only one to achieve mainstream success. But it was only recently that their Jewish backgrounds began to be reflected in their lyrics.
Rabbi Schneier said Jewish hip-hop can resonate with non-Jewish listeners, including many with similar views in other areas.
“Jews view themselves as a minority when it comes to issues of race and changing demographics, and on many questions their responses are identical to those of African-American and Latino respondents,” Schneier said. “Hip-hop is a unifying force that resonates with young people.”
In the video for “Chanukah’s Da Bomb,” Chutzpah cruises town in a Volvo with a roof-mounted menorah and raps that Chanukah, “whichever way you spell it,” is better than Christmas because it lasts seven days longer.
“Humor (is) one of the only things the Jews had when they were being oppressed for century after century,” Hyams said.
“The only difference between us and any other hip-hop group is that they don’t say their religions before they say they’re a hip-hop group,” he continued. “We say it because we’re proud of it.”