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There are albums that are destined to become unique masterpieces, works cultivated with genuine passion by individuals who, at a specific moment in their lives, decide to join forces to write what, in a certain way, will be "History".
"Livin' Proof" by Group Home fully belongs in this category.
New York, the year is 1995 and Hip Hop is living through what is probably, indeed certainly, the best period of its young and intense history, and it's right here that from the collaboration of Group Home, namely Melachi The Nutcracker and Lil Dap (already members of the renowned Gang Starr Foundation) with that legend known as Chris Martin aka Dj Premier, this album is born, destined to remain among the classics of the genre.
"Livin' Proof" is Rap conceived in its purest form and conception, within its thirteen tracks are encapsulated all the classic elements that, skillfully mixed by the holy hands of Premier, create atmospheres and moments essential for every B-Boy or, in any case, any true Hip Hop lover.
The work done by Primo is something astounding, it's a heavyweight, there's no debate, his beats push to the maximum and keep the level of the album exceptionally high, making you often cry out for a miracle. His thick drums, his piano loops, his samples, blend perfectly with the style of the two MCs, Melachi precise and direct in closing the rhymes, Lil Dap with a piercing voice and a less rhythmic rap but equally effective. The single is the Title-Track, where Premier expresses the best of himself, crafting a massive and gritty base, a perfect canvas for the lyrical prowess of the two partners. Unmissable.
Practically every track is a small masterpiece. "Serious Rap Shit" is the track produced by Guru, in which he also appears as an MC, together with Big Shug, with a breathtaking verse, in the style of "Lesson of STYLE". Try to let yourself be carried away by the warmth of "Suspended In Time", the super chill vibe of "Up Against The Wall", featured in Low Budget Mix version or in the wonderful Gataway Car Mix, the intense "The Realness", with the featuring of Smiley and Jack The Ripper (there's street in this track, extremely powerful) or the historic "Supa Star", one of the most beautiful beats ever, and you'll embark on a one-way journey into true Hip Hop, 100% style, 0 nonsense.An album that absolutely cannot be missing from the discography of every Rap enthusiast, but which I also feel compelled to recommend to those who are often skeptical of a genre too often unfairly underestimated, also due to greedy individuals absorbed in speculating on the name of a "modern art" born with the intent to disseminate healthy values and principles.
To All The Real People In The Struggle......!!!
Take care of yourselves, get "Livin' Proof".
Tracklist Lyrics and Videos
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Hook:
'95 is yours 2000 is mine
And we're walking through the ghetto and the feelin' is fine (x2)
Lil Dap:
Before I wake up I thank the Lord for the day
God bless the dead yo we came a long way
Brothers just don't know how shit gots to go
Yo check it where you're from
From the east how it goes
I'm from the east no joke where the old folks pack
Sayin' "Shortie go head kick it with your fly ass rap"
Yo I'm rappin' for my niggas I never see again
360 degrees as the world still revolve
Problems still unsolved but my faith is still in God
Listen to me bad boys if ya think ya fly
Best to get on your job handle your B.I.
'95 is yours 2000 is mine
uh uh uh check it out
Melachi the Nutcracker:
Yo I'm a legend and none can even step to me
I just perform on that ass like an assembly
So what's up I'm kickin' down doors
Leavin' ya sore from my literature
Raw is how I get and mic I rip
Bullets I use to insert in my clip
Fuck the bullshit I bust a shot to your head
Another buisness hit leavin' motherfuckers dead
Hook
Melachi:
A-yo brain cells bust when I flow with the rough touch
Opponents that step up, get fucked up
Gangsta style buckwild I'm livin' trife
To be percise yo I kill a fuckin' mic
I grab my microphone and start killin' niggas
I'm bustin' out rhymes I'm not pullin' triggers
I'm like a prowler stalkin' my victims at night
I leave a blood sight when I get uptight
Yeah so now that you know
The Gang Starr Posse we get mad doe
That's how we do and the feeling is fine
'95 is yours 2000 is mine
Lil' Dap:
I'm goin' 95 South smokin' lye with my nigga
My dreams of success money kids and land
Got a master plan how to stack my grand
Check it the poor won't be poor and the rich won't have shit
My name is Lil' Dap and I'm feakin' on with the lip
Yo son chill let me concentrate on this bill
Now these snakes on the street tryin' to kill these rap
Yo survival in effect yes we all know that
Yo we come in peace but if you cause you got to have it
My crew will bring the havoc start the static
Yo that's how we do it cause the feeling is fine
'95 is yours 2000 is mine
Lil' Dap talking:
Uh champagne wine baby pa. New York style.
Hook
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