Review #1,279: Eddie Starks "Power Move (The Mixtape)"

Reviewed on 3.25.2013 (Review #1,279)

Got another review up next and I know it gon be way betta than tha previous review I just did, where tha artist sounded very mainstream-like for my Louisiana tastes! Unsigned artist from Plaquemine: Eddie Starks—who just requested to put his new CD on DatPiff—Power Move (The Mixtape)! I’m anticipated for this ‘cause Eddie Starks, to me, iz a rare artist; only heard three songs from him outta tha three years I’ve known him! Glad he ain’t on tha level everyone’s tryna be wit releasing almost 40 – 100 songs a year-type bullshit! Also, why a “mixtape;” why can’t this just be an ‘album’? People need to stop usin’ that word ‘cause mixtapes don’t stop with cold/fade endings, and usually contain mixing and hosting; learn, people!! Start Time: 7:39 PM | End Time: 9:09 PM

Disclaimer: I rate each song from 1.0 – 5.0; each rating iz my own opinion! I only please myself wit my ratings! I don’t care how lyrical you are, as long as it’s jammin’ enough for me to like it! I look for beats, then vocals, and then lyrics. To determine my favorites, I will differ tha 4.0 ratings. If a song gets at least a 4.0 rating from me, I love it already. If at least a 4.6 rating, I pretty much really love it, as it’s considered mindblowin’ when I hear it! Any song can earn up to a maximum of a 5.0 rating. Anything I type before “ >>> ” iz what I’m sayin’ before I listen to tha song; anything after I type “ >>> ” iz what I think of tha song while I’m listening to it. If you use tha word “swag” frequently, have auto-tune in your vocals, or talk about nothin’ but money and hoes 100,000x (which I consider ‘typical’ topics), I’m not buyin’ it! After I was robbed by an artist who claimed they “get money,” hearin’ about how much you “got money” and anything “money” really bothers me. If you have not done business wit me before, I won’t tolerate “money” talk in tha music!!

© 2013 CD Review (Review #1,279) reviewed on 3.25.2013 by FrankieThaLuckyDog.

Link To CD: http://www.datpiff.com/Eddie-Starks-Power-Move-The-Mixtape.470313.html

01. “Come Down” Feat. Tamarah Esi

Wonder what this gon be like for a starting song, produced by Ray@Absolut Beatz? >>> Nice beginning beat start, as it transitioned into tha hook… Likin’ this En Vogue-soundin’ singer on tha hook; good shit! Here you are on tha 1^st verse, feelin’ like a great dude in his 20s! Tha 2^nd verse sounds good, too, wit how you comin’ through on this shit, strictly for tha 225! My Rating: 4.4

02. “So High” Feat. Fancy

I wonder who this Fancy iz…? Produced by Zachary “Zone” Glaros, here… >>> Nice start wit tha female; iz that Fancy? First person I thought of was Big Fancy, but I doubt it’s him… Feelin’ tha hook wit tha both of y’all; you sound nice and “high” wit how you say tha words in tha hook! Good shit! Tha 1^st verse sounds good wit how you put everything together… Can’t deny your rhymes, since they can be snuck into tha song well, unlike some random ‘90s baby screamin’, “I’m gettin’ money and hoes,” smh! Tha 2^nd verse almost reminds me of Plies in tha beginning, wit how you sound, but it’s still good… My Rating: 4.2

03. “I’m Jiggin’, I’m Leanin’”

Tha first song I’m hearin’ from you wit just you on it! Gbaby beat; hope it sounds good…! >>> Sounds like a nice, simple hook. However, I wish tha beat sounded more Louisiana than tha boring mainstream bullshit… Sounds like typical rhymes in tha 1^st verse, but I can feel ‘em when it comes outta your mouth. It sounds like you would be real cool to hang wit, although you seem way more advanced wit me wit how your life iz… Nice ending to tha 1^st verse wit tha really fast part! Tha 2^nd verse sounds like you havin’ fun, once again; lots of “racks” and “hoes,” too, I see… My Rating: 4.2

04. “I Luv Money” Feat. Foxx

Should I just skip this stupid title? Zachary “Zone” Glaros on tha beat… >>> I really like tha beat; definitely that Louisiana-type shit I was lookin’ for in tha previous song! Now, I may not feel straight hearin’ tha hook, but it’s pretty good wit Foxx on it. Even him on tha 1^st verse’s soundin’ good wit his energy; nice and consistent! Ooh, really likin’ how you’re comin’ through on tha 2^nd verse, especially tha beginning of it!! Very catchy shit you deliverin’ on tha 2^nd verse; good job, Starx!! My Rating: 4.5

05. “Do It Again” Feat. Melloboy

Looks like it gon be interestin’ wit this newbie on tha feature and tha beat! >>> Startin’ off wit a girl on tha phone in tha beginning; how hard was it to get dat? Oh, this feature’s a singer? Ehh, decent on tha hook, includin’ tha beat…; at least this sounds like music that’s above local standards. Like, I hate when those no-name rappers get random singers on tha hooks, and it sounds like an online beat or some bullshit; this iz above dat… You’re on tha 1^st verse, comin’ through wit some action fa these ladies! Did you say, “I like tha way you shiiiit,” lol? LOL! Hearin’ tha 2^nd verse and it sounds good like tha 1^st verse. I hear that part again before tha hook; sounds like, “shave;” forgot girls shaved for a second… My Rating: 4.1

06. “Part Of Tha Game” Feat. Max Minelli & Livesosa

I dunno why people think Max Minelli’s name iz a compound word, lol… Either way, let’s see what this gon sound like wit Zachary “Zone” Glaros on tha beat! >>> Feelin’ tha beat a whole lot; sounds like some quality, underground-type shit Kevin Gates would rap on! You’re on tha 1^st verse and it sounds good; if tha “money gon come and tha money gon go,” I hope you send me $100 to put tha whole album on YouTube! Ahh, tha hook has a lotta shit that doesn’t sound like it’s for me wit tha lyrics, but tha singing sounds good… Max’s on tha 2^nd verse, comin’ through wit some nice, in-your-30s-with-experience-type shit… I neva could fit in a “wifebeata…” But, I like when peeps wear ‘em; I guess I like it since it’s tha opposite of me… Hearin’ tha final hook and these lyrics on tha hook are startin’ ta bother me; no wonder why rarely anyone takes me serious… My Rating: 4.3

07. “Body Drop”

Yes, anotha solo song by you, produced by Zachary “Zone” Glaros!! >>> Sounds like you luv thinkin’ ‘bout “killing” wit that intro… I wish people would put tha pussy-ass gunz away and just not beef wit people; it’s so simple!! Hearin’ you rap on tha 1^st verse and your voice sounds a lil’ different than usual; almost reminds me of Sean Paul of tha YoungBloodZ… Tha hook sounds good wit how you deliver it; nice and catchy! Really short song, lol… My Rating: 4.3

08. “Down Here” Feat. Kevin Gates

Would’ve neva guessed who produced this song; good thing it’s one of those unknown producers for me; Ray@Absolut Beatz on tha beat! Tha first song I heard from you where you were tha main artist, and I still have it on my iPod!! Deleted quite a bit of Louisiana songs since I added this song, but you survived! As far as tha song, I think this iz a really good collaboration. I think you discovered me, but I don’t remember, since it was three years ago. Tha rhymes sound good and tha beat’s good enough for tha undaground! You got tha good flow and you even sound like you’re really enjoyin’ this joint! Tha hook sounds real nice, too, wit all tha “down here” and “it’s retarded” shit; straight-up gangsta shit!! Even got Gates doin’ a real nice job on tha 2^nd verse, too, comin’ through wit a lotta catchy shit for tha streetz and all over!! I really like his “a target” and “I’m sorry” parts; nice and catchy, delivered real nice!!! You’re on tha 1^st ½ of tha 3^rd verse, comin’ through wit more of your great shit for tha streetz! Also, you got Gates on tha 2^nd ½ of tha 3^rd verse, comin’ through wit mo shit for tha streetz to embrace! I have a feelin’ this gon be my top-rated song on “here,” but we’ll see what’s my top-rated new song I neva heard before! My Current Rating: 4.9

09. “What Yo Name Is” Feat. Livesosa

I like tha way you put tha title wit tha “yo,” keepin’ it street! Zachary “Zone” Glaros on tha beat, here! >>> Wow, wtf @ tha intro & hook!?! *Skips* You’re older than me and you’re puttin’ this shit out??? My Rating: 1.0

½time: Well, so far, this iz a classic-soundin’ CD… ‘til #9 came; why??!? Tha CD rating just dropped 4/10s of a point, thanx to that shit, smfh!! Currently, you only stand at a 4.0 for tha CD rating… You had tha potential for five stars, but you still embrace a-tune at your age and 2013, smh?

10. “Paper My Paramour”

What’s a “paramour”? I’m guessin’ wit that other P-word that bothers me in tha title, it must have to do wit priority? Zachary “Zone” Glaros on tha beat, here; try to revive my excited anticipation! >>> So, you’re comparin’ “paper” to a “bitch”? O…K…then… Though I’m not into samples, thumbs up to havin’ Sade “No Ordinary Love” as tha sample on tha hook; wouldn’t’ve expected dat wit “paper” in tha title! Rhymes aren’t too bad in tha 1^st verse; as long as I’m sarcastically thinkin’ it’s ‘bout a bitch, then things’ll be fine. I hope you do plenty of services wit me, since this “paper” ain’t a problem! Tha 2^nd verse ain’t too bad, either; nice lil’ song… My Rating: 4.2

11. “Pop That” Feat. Q-Red & D-Boi

Before I get into this, lemme say a lil’ somethin’ real quick (‘cause of one of tha features & tha producer): I wanna get in touch wit this Justine girl!!! I tried addin’ her on Facebook, and I even had to pay $1.00 to write her a message (so it’s not marked as spam)!! Glad I got her on tha screen, right now!! Ooh, my desktop background changed to tha hot weathergirl from tha local news station, too!! *With a shy point of view* Oh, time fa me ta get ready fa this wit Q-Red on tha beat!!! >>> Usually, in this case of feelin’ uncomfortable, my feedback’s a lil’ limited. However, because of tha DatPiff upload, I’ll provide full feedback. As far as tha beat, it sounds pretty nice, here, as always! Really likin’ tha sounds in tha background, includin’ how y’all comin’ through wit tha “pop that pussy” shit on tha hook! Here you are on tha 1^st verse, comin’ through wit some nice shit! Didn’t know you knew about “Instagram and Twitter,” since you’ve been away durin’ 2011 & 2012, fa me. But, you did a nice job on tha 1^st verse! Here’s Q-Red on tha 2^nd verse—oh, Justine!!! Feelin’ tha rhymes, although listenin’ to him reminds me of a diabetic who’s ready to die who eats a lot of chocolate and sweets!! But, I definitely felt how he came through on tha 2^nd verse!! Too bad I’ve been waitin’ 793 dayz fa him ta thank me for my awards from 2010; how much longer am I waiting?!? :( Got D-Boi on tha 3^rd verse; sounds like a random rapper that was randomly thrown on tha track… Doesn’t sound bad, since it flows on this track. My Rating: 4.7

12. “So Slow” Feat. G-Sharp

G-Sharp on tha beat; hope this ain’t wack or anything… >>> Good, it’s a Texas/Southern-soundin’ “syrup” song!! Definitely likin’ tha beat and content on tha hook; that G-Sharp dude does a nice job singin’!! Feels like a real nice ride, here!! I go “so slow” when drivin’, at times, to save gas, while New York people luv ruinin’ tha environment, smh! You’re on tha 1^st verse, comin’ through, feelin’ good fa tha south, here! Tha 2^nd verse sounds nice; “sippin’ on dat yellow!” You really advanced wit how you live life, it seems like? Risky! Ironic what you “sittin’ on,” lol! Birthdayz!!! Gotta luv ‘em!! My Rating: 4.4

13. “I’m On Air” Feat. Mouse On Tha Track

Oh, double set of producers; didn’t realize two produced this. Both J Buc & Ray@Absolut Beatz doin’ tha production, here; of course, I know this one, courtesy of you! However, it entered tha worst year ever (2011) wit me, and I think I only kept, like, 60 songs that I aired that year because I got robbed & my cousin died of a heroin overdose within tha final month of tha year. :( Bad memories!! But, at least I finally talk to you on tha phone, so we can make good memories now! As for tha song, just like wit “Down Here”, this iz real catchy, and Mouse does a real nice job on tha hook!! Tha beat from Buc & Ray sounds like Mouse, but it’s so nice, tha way I luv it!! You’re on tha 1^st verse, comin’ through wit your fun studio-type shit that I luv!! Mouse, of course, does a nice job on tha 2^nd verse, too! That voice of his definitely provides tha catchiness for tha track!! Sometimes, this song’ll come on in my head, when I’m in a good, new place, and it’ll make me feel good! Talk about how your music has value! Good shit on tha 3^rd verse, too; I like how you end it wit your name, too!! My Current Rating: 4.7

14. “Real Life” Feat. Dorsey & Mo-C

Interestin’ features; lookin’ forward to hearin’ ‘em! I hope they rap, but I have a feelin’ that one sings… Zachary “Zone” Glaros on tha beat… >>> Sounds like an anticipatin’ Kevin Gates song; nice hook, wit a few lyrics!! Hearin’ tha 1^st verse and I like that line, “Feelin’ like tha nigga who was left out,” or whateva;” that’s how I’ve felt since tha day I was born, sadly! Great job on tha 1^st verse, though! I think this you on tha 2^nd verse, comin’ through wit some nice shit! Oh wait, “Starks told me;” neva mind, it’s one of tha features, but it sounds nice! I guess y’all must be family or best friends ‘cause y’all sound real similar… I think this iz you on tha 3^rd verse, now, and it sounds nice wit tha flow… My Rating: 4.3

15. “I’ma Ack” Feat. Mr. Dixon, Shoeshine & Monkeyrat

Some names here on tha features… Reg on tha beat, so let’s see what gon happen… >>> Oh, I like this! Tha beat sounds real nice and undaground, as well as tha undaground dude on tha hook!! Holla at me!! Ooh, a “Ghosttown” reprasenta, too, on tha 1^st verse! Definitely some nice shit bein’ spit; keep ackin’!! Anotha newbie on tha 2^nd verse; feelin’ it a whole lot!! Reminds me of tha first time hearin’ tha dayz of Young Ready!! Feels like I can neva get those times back, but hearin’ that dude on tha 2^nd verse just makes it feel like it’s 2008 again!! Tha 3^rd verse sounds nice, here; where were you, Starks? Iz this you? Can’t deny this… My Rating: 4.5

16. “Still Gettin’ Money” Feat. D. Berry, Big Rome & C-Loc

A #16 joint has DJ B-Real on tha beat!! However, tha title ain’t for me, but this looks like an interestin’ collaboration; let’s see what we got goin’ on wit it!! >>> Well, tha beat sounds nice, but there’s a real weak beginning wit a gay voice, here. :( I won’t skip, but it’ll cost you a good portion of tha points, Starks! Hook’s hella gay between tha lyrics and how it sounds; if it wasn’t for that overlapping voice on tha hook, I would’ve skipped, since there’s a really gay a-tuned voice in tha background! Here’s tha 1^st verse; it sounds decent/good fa this Louisiana shit. Too bad whoever did tha filenames iz a dickrider, as they put C-Loc first in tha ID, instead of tha other dudes, smh! At least tha back cover’s correct! Tha 2^nd verse sounds okay, but they’re way too obsessed wit “money.” Bigg Loc’s on tha 3^rd verse; sounds like he’s a teenager/younger than me wit these rhymes… Not really into them, but it’s still listenable, in a way. Ehh, this sucked overall, though. Ugh @ tha ear-bleeding last 15 seconds; how much dick was in that dude’s mouth?!?!?!? My Rating: 1.5

17. “I’m Out Chea” Feat. Ceddybu, Mu-Mu & Cadillac

Can we return to normal??? J Buc doin’ tha beat, here; hope it’s tha truth!!! >>> Yea, sounds like a nice beat; heard his gunshot sound effect, so I figured it was him before I saw tha ID! Ehh, anotha “money” beginning? How obsessed can you be, Eddie? But, tha 1^st verse sounds good from you, either way. Whoa, really distracted from Ceddybu comin’ outta nowhere on tha hook; can’t figure out what I’m typin’… Gettin’ in your veins wit dat voice!!! Nice and crazy delivery on tha hook!! Also, those lyrics fit this song real nice on tha hook; crazy!!! Tha 2^nd verse sounds good, too, from (I assume) Mu-Mu, comin’ through wit some good shit you can feel in tha club, from a newbie! Cadillac’s on tha 3^rd verse, it sounds like, comin’ through like a pill-poppin’ animal!! Feelin’ his big body-type shit; hope I hang wit him one day, without any bad people around!! My Rating: 4.7

18. “Tryna Get It” Feat. Locco

Ooh, this looks like it gon be good, wit B Eazy on tha beat! Hard Body Productions style!! >>> Sounds nice; glad I don’t hear everyone’s beat tags on most of tha tracks!! Don’t know why B-Real’s new beat tag was on his; no beat tags iz only another way to resurrect where quality rap music was!! Oh, so this iz a “money” song, too? Whateva; at least it sounds good wit Locco on tha hook! Great voice; stay motivated!! You’re on tha 1^st verse, comin’ through wit a motivated mindset; keep it up!! You on tha 2^nd verse, too, comin’ through wit some nice shit fa tha ride! Glad you keepin’ shit up!! Ooh, an extra outro from Locco, too! “Ma’fuckaz!!” My Rating: 4.3

19. “Yeah”

Endin’ it wit a simple title like this, produced by Zachary “Zone” Glaros! >>> Kinda a confusing start wit tha soft beat and potential sample… Ehh, hook’s a lil’ boring, but I think it can work in your favor, since you’re hot on tha radar…, well, from my perspective. Tha 1^st verse sounds good from you; sounds like you’re rappin’ shit with a lil’ more meaning. I’ll laugh/shake my head if you mention somethin’ money on a track like this… Tha 2^nd verse sounds nice, too; this ain’t too bad of a song, overall… Ahh @ 3:04 “money!” My Rating: 3.9

Overall: An hour-and-a-half later, I completed this review. Well, I have to say that this iz near-classic material for me! Every song went hard as fuck, but two!! Tha two that didn’t were real shitty—not even okay!! Next time you even think about puttin’ music onto a CD, don’t eva think of puttin’ an a-tune on it!! I was lookin’ at one of my old video tapes and I said that I wanted a-tune to end after 2008; I was only 20, at tha time!! Either way, definitely tha hottest shit I’ve heard come outta dat Plaquemine; keep up tha great work and keep stayin’ rare!!! You don’t need anymore new music for another two years; this iz good and valuable enough!!

Rankings:

19.       “What Yo Name Is” Feat. Livesosa 1.0

18.       “Still Gettin’ Money” Feat. D. Berry, Big Rome & C-Loc 1.5

17.       “Yeah” 3.9

16.       “Do It Again” Feat. Melloboy 4.1

15.       “Paper My Paramour” 4.2

14.       “I’m Jiggin’, I’m Leanin’” 4.2

13.       “So High” Feat. Fancy 4.2

12.       “Body Drop” 4.3

11.        “Part Of Tha Game” Feat. Max Minelli & Livesosa 4.3

10.       “Tryna Get It” Feat. Locco 4.3

09.       “Real Life” Feat. Dorsey & Mo-C 4.3

08.       “So Slow” Feat. G-Sharp 4.4

07.       “Come Down” Feat. Tamarah Esi 4.4

06.       “I Luv Money” Feat. Foxx 4.5

05.       “I’ma Ack” Feat. Mr. Dixon, Shoeshine & Monkeyrat 4.5

04.       “Pop That” Feat. Q-Red & D-Boi 4.7

03.    “I’m On Air” Feat. Mouse On Tha Track 4.7

02.    “I’m Out Chea” Feat. Ceddybu, Mu-Mu & Cadillac 4.7

01.    “Down Here” Feat. Kevin Gates 4.9

Average CD Rating Review:

Total Score:                      77.1

Total Songs:                      / 19

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Average CD Rating:       4.1

Review #161: Big Jay & Pyrex Radio Present Yung Sicka "Paypa Talkin' (At Its Finest)"

Reviewed on 12.18.2008 (Review No. 161)

Wahhhh, what up? This ya boy FrankieThaLuckyDog here. I finna do another review today, and this time, it's for my dude Yung Sicka, outta dat Baton Rouge (where else, lol). I finna review his mixtape, "Paypa Talkin' (At Its Finest)," and boy, I'm lookin' forward to it! I know Yung Sicka from a few features on Big Jay's "Pyrex Radio" series, so now, let's see if he can handle 22 jointz on his own mixtape, presented by Big Jay! Without anymore delays, here goes my review for Big Jay & Pyrex Radio Present Yung Sicka "Paypa Talkin' (At Its Finest)"! Also, I'm gonna say this on every review I do for a while: FOR ANYONE READIN' THIS: Go check out my brand new music video, "Change Tha World," featuring Tha Wennipearl (my cousin Jen)!! It's a great song (written and produced by me) and a REAL GREAT music video (directed and 100% edited by me)! | Start Time: 10:21 PM | Video Game Playing: Super Mario World 2: Yoshi's Island (for Super Nintendo)


Disclaimer: I rate each song from 1.0 – 5.0; each rating iz my own opinion! I only please myself wit my ratings! I don’t care how lyrical you are, as long as it’s jammin’ enough for me to like it! I look for beats, then vocals, and then lyrics. To determine my favorites, I will differ tha 4.0 ratings. If a song gets at least a 4.0 rating from me, I love it already. If at least a 4.6 rating, I pretty much really love it, as it’s considered mindblowin’ when I hear it! Any song can earn up to a maximum of a 5.0 rating. Anything I type before “ >>> ” iz what I’m sayin’ before I listen to tha song; anything after I type “ >>> ” iz what I think of tha song while I’m listening to it. If you sound like anything too mainstream for me or have auto-tune in your vocals, I’m not buyin’ it!

© 2008 CD Review (Review #161) reviewed on 12.18.2008 by FrankieThaLuckyDog.


01. Yung Sicka Prelude
Instead of an intro start, it's a prelude start. Let's see how he finna start thangz off… >>> Nice start; sounds more like an intro. I'm glad you gave a shout out to all those peeps out there in BR. It's good to hear you again, as just by hearin' yo voice talkin' on this shit, I feel really anticipated for what you're about to bring to tha table! My Rating: N/A


02. "Power Up" Feat. Lil' Boosie
This was on Way3000's mixtape, "Jigg City Allstars Vol. 1." On that mixtape, you weren't even cited in tha ID. I was gonna paste what I said previously, but because this only 1:44, I guess it's just a verse highlight. That hook iz DEFINITELY tight, and your verse was nice! My Current Rating: 4.3


03. "Intro"
LOL @ No. 3 bein' tha intro; that's somethin' different. I'm lookin' forward to hearin' it, especially since No. 2 was just a "power up," lol. >>> Sounds like a Swizz Beatz beat I wouldn't really go for… But, even though it took about 25 seconds, you're finally spittin'. I didn't expect this to be a song… Nice lil' rhymes, and I didn't expect this to be just a freestyle. It's just decent for a start. I like tha "work" part around tha 2:00 mark. My Rating: 3.6


04. "Piece Of My Mind"
Southpaw just hit me back, so I got to talk to him for 3 minutes, 9 seconds. He told me to continue my review, so, that's what I finna do, ya dig. It's all about my reviews, as they take ova tha internet! Let's see what this joint about… >>> This sounds like it's off to a better start than tha "Intro" joint. I like tha Savage/Pyrex Radio type of beat, and tha sounds in it. I like tha "D-boy" part, where it sounded screwed. Pretty nice 1st verse, and tha hook sounds pretty catchy. Great start to tha 2nd verse, as you said a TRUE line, "spit ova nothin' but original beats;" that's REALLY watz good 'cause jacked beats usually bore tha shit outta me! Not bad at tha rest of tha 2nd verse… Tha 3rd verse wasn't too bad. Maybe tha hook iz gettin' to me now, so I slowly started to ease off on really writin' feedback for this joint. My Rating: 3.9


05. "Money Makin' Machine" Feat. Big Head
A triple "M" title goin' on here… I hope it sounds better than tha last song. I like tha title, so let's see what kinda formula you gon bring to tha table… >>> Definitely a better beat, as I like all those sounds in tha beat! Great start to tha hook, and tha 1st verse iz already startin'… Tha 1st verse was pretty nice. I'm glad I'm hearin' that hook again. Ooh, Big Head on tha 2nd verse… He sounds better than you on tha rappin' here. I'm glad he said, "now, that's what tha fuck I call a cane reaction," instead of tha boring, "…I call a chain reaction," part 'cause too many people play out that line. He had a nice verse! Let's hear what you got on tha 3rd verse… Good 3rd verse also. My Rating: 4.1


06. "Real Talk"
Let's see what this usual title will bring in your opinion… >>> Not really into that beat intro, and this iz only 1:27. Okay, at about :14, it started gettin' a better feel to it. Tha rhymes on this iz pretty nice; decent joint for me. My Rating: 3.5


07. "Problem U Can't Solve" Feat. Reno Da Gutta
Now, this should be some tight shit, especially wit Reno on this bitch! >>> Good beat start here. Catchy hook, as it sounds like a catchy Baton Rouge hook I'd hear. GREAT start to tha 1st verse wit tha "I'm a mathematic problem you can't solve" line! I was feelin' ya verse right there, Sicka. I wonder who's gonna be on tha 2nd verse… I knew it, it was Reno. That's true about tha, "you don't want a problem witta—witta real nigga… *gun shot*," part. He deliverin' some of dat raw shit! Gotta feel everythang he be sayin' on his verse; great shit!! I'm hearin' your 3rd verse right now, and I like your, "in tha Honda wit tha work," line. I also like tha, "interlude, chea, I'd talk for a grand," part. My Rating: 4.2


08. "Tell Me What It Is" Feat. Dino Danja & Doe-Doe
Let's see "what it iz" wit these featured people on here… >>> Anotha nice Baton Rouge beat intro… Cool "big blunts" part in tha lil' part of tha hook; nice start! You had a nice 1st verse as well. Let's hear tha 2nd verse… Not bad so far… That "masturbate/calculate" part was definitely a tight lil' rhyme! Tha "purp smell" part was nice to hear too! Nice lil' 2nd verse right there. Now, how will tha 3rd verse compete? Well, he kinda jacked Lil' Wayne on tha, "where I'm from, we see a fuckin' dead body err-day," line. It still sounded pretty nice. My Rating: 4.0


09. "Shine So Bright"
Could it be very "shiny?" >>> Real nice beat intro! I feel like every beat keeps gettin' better or somethin'. Tha hook was definitely nice, and it looks like this'll be cool to hear! Tha 1st verse was pretty nice. Good lil' hood anthem right here. Let's see what happens on tha 2nd/final verse… Pretty nice as well. This was pretty consistant here. My Rating: 4.2


10. "If This Goes Down"
>>> I didn't know what to expect, so I didn't write anything before tha joint came on. Well, sorry, but it's off to a terrible start! 5:08 on tha length? My God… Tha beat intro iz too slow/not my style, and what tha hell wit tha hook? It SURROUNDED and came outta NOWHERE… Tha 1st verse was nice to tha females, but my God, what's wit tha quality of that hook? Shit… So, you got a "lil' boy," huh? That's cool. I got a 4 and a ½ year old ½ brother. At 3:01, I heard tha "if," in tha beginning of tha hook, and it didn't even go into it. Was that a mastering/pasting error? On tha 3rd verse, you're soundin' a lil' like Plies. That's good that you, "deal drugs to make funds," 'cause it hard out there in them streets. Tha talkin' at tha end sounds like tha next joint gon be a BANGER! Don't mind tha rating for this joint as I mainly judge of how jammin' tha joint iz to me. Plus, that hook was a throw-off to me, even though I started enjoyin' it a lil' more towards tha end. My Rating: 2.7


11. "Peep This" Feat. J. Hustle
Was he on Down Bad's latest "The Sickest 2K8" CD? *Checks* Yup, I'm 100% correct! Let's see how he hooked up wit you… >>> Now, this iz a better slow joint! What a REAL smooth beat, and just great rhymin' over it! Great 1st verse, hook, and I'm hearin' tha 2nd verse right now, and J. Hustle did some NICE shit on his part! Tha 3rd verse was just as good as tha 1st verse; nothin' really to quote. My Rating: 3.8


½time: Decent so far… Some bangin' jointz for me, but a bunch of decentness. I prolly expected a lil' better, especially when I first heard you on tha "Game In Stiches" joint wit Kevin Gates. I think I really liked that joint 'cause of it bein' Gates's song. I wonder what tha remainin' 11 jointz will sound like on here…


12. "How U Like Dat" Feat. Doe-Doe
Looks like a club banga. I wonder what will come outta my speakers next… >>> Tha beat iz cool/odd. Decent start so far for tha clubs… I think Doe-Doe gives this joint flava. Just hearin' tha hook though sounds a lil' cheesy… 2nd verse was just okay. My Rating: 3.7


13. "I Been That"
Goin' from a "dat" in tha title to a "that…" Let's see what this'll bring… >>> Good, it's longer (4:25 on tha length). Sounds like a Mouse beat… or maybe a Savage one. I like tha "retarded" parts in tha beginning. They give me a feel to like this shit better! Pretty nice beat and tha hook! Tha 1st verse was pretty nice to hear; can't really say much, but it was jammin'. Let's hear tha 2nd verse… Tha 2nd verse sounded better than tha 1st one for me. I do like your hooks, but after a lil' while, I feel annoyed. Maybe you shouldn't repeat them a certain way. My Rating: 3.9


14. "Keep Movin'" Feat. Young Ready & Reg
Lemme check to see if I know it… I don't, but I didn't remember for a sec that you and Ready collaborated on "Go Hard" from Ready's "Junkie Medicine (Cocaine Edition)" mixtape. Well then, I'm DYIN' to hear it if Ready's on this bitch!! I also wonder how that Reg dude gon sound! >>> Great lil' intro music!! With only :18 in, I have a feelin' this'll EASILY be tha best joint on here! Tha hook's kickin' in, and tha bass iz just BOOMIN'! Catchy/great hook! Now, you sound MUCH better on this hook AND on tha verse! Great shit! No wonder why Young Ready's on this shit! I hope he's got tha next verse… Yup, and he's deliverin' TIGHT shit! I like tha "I got Max pills" and tha "vest" part (where he's protectin' his chest). He did his fuckin' thang on this shit!! Let's hear tha Reg dude… Great start so far… That's cool that he's got an "LRG fitted" (as he said). Great verse, and yeah, by far, BEST SONG on here!! My Rating: 4.8


15. "The Way I Live" Feat. Bugsy
Cool featured artist's name. I hope this shit iz just as good as tha last joint! >>> I for some reason knew it wasn't tha Baby Boy Da Prince beat. This sounds like anotha anthem. I like tha "I blow doulja" part in tha hook. Pretty nice 1st verse on here. Let's hear how tha 2nd verse gon sound… Bugsy's on it. He sounds pretty cool. I like how he said, "dawg," twice. Matter fact, 3 times. That's watz good, and great verse! Nice 3rd verse also. My Rating: 4.1


16. "Boss In His Prime" Feat. Kevin Gates
How unexpected for a feature. Then again, if Ready was on this bitch, then you know tha strength continues wit Gates on this shit too! I'm glad y'all hookin' back up on this Rap shit 'cause "Game In Stiches" was tha HOTTEST joint (on a first listen) on "Pyrex Radio Vol. 4" (according to me). High anticipation level, especially for havin' this at No. 16!! >>> Strong piano intro! Great 1st verse, and that hook iz NICE! I'm really feelin' it, and these are tha jointz you should stick too! Gotta feel that beat! Tha 2nd verse was a lil' better for me on this shit! This shit tight, I gotta say it plenty of times! Let's hear how Gates gon sound… Of course, it's WAY TOO TIGHT wit tha lyrics, and that GREAT voice of his when it comes to rappin'! Oh shit, it's still goin'!! I'm glad he NEVA gives up wit this Rap shit, and I wish him tha best in luck all tha time! REAL, REAL GREAT verse Gates! Oh, and no hook at tha end? I guess it's good to end wit that beat! My Rating: 4.6


17. "Fall Back" Feat. A-1 & Doe-Doe
I thought for a sec that I knew it, but I don't know it. Let's hear if this can keep tha consistantess… >>> Yes, that HOT Baton Rouge start! Great start wit tha, "I'm a dog," part! Tha dude on tha 1st verse DEFINITELY had a nice verse! He just kept it real, and kept rappin' without bein' boring! Let's hear who's next… Just as good! Glad he's "blowin' purple piff." He DEFINITELY had a great verse for me to enjoy. Tha hook flows pretty nice wit this. Now, you're on tha 3rd verse… Yeah, your part was good, but I feel that your featured people are better than you (no offense). My Rating: 4.3


18. "Real Life Hustler"
Back to just you… I hope it's good, especially wit that title! >>> Good beat start; betta do good on it! That's cool that you were "married to cane." I'm also glad you "in tha trap" at times you can, dawg. Good shit on this joint so far… Looks like those previous jointz gave you a boost here! I like that 50% screwed hook! Ooh, I like tha "I smoke that X-Box…" part, and LOL @ tha "you smoke that Nintendo…" part. Great 2nd verse, and this joint was DEFINITELY a nice one, compared to some of tha other ones in tha past on here! My Rating: 4.2


19. "Paypa Talkin' Loud"
2/3's of tha mixtape title… Let's hear how it gon sound… Those "Pyrex Radio" sounds in tha beat intro! Pretty cool hook, and it just jumped into your 1st verse! Sounds like your hungry for this beat! Great 1st verse, and that hook reminds me of some B.G. type of shit. I'm glad you got "a full stomach" in tha trap. Nice 2nd verse, and I didn't expect this to be that short (2:51 on tha length). My Rating: 4.0


20. "Loose Screw"
What could I expect here? Odd/unexpected title… >>> Long one here (4:30 on tha length). Not bad beat… A lil' slow, and interesting rhymes. I thought it was gonna get tha "boring warning" from me, but who knows… Sorry, but iz boring me… I mean, I'm listenin' to tha lyrics, but, I didn't expect it to be so long/a freestyle. Wait, a lil' interest here: At 2:45, tha "ol' skool dayz" wit tha "…gettin' blunted right befo' school, mane. Skippin' class, fuckin' bitches in tha teacher's bathroom, Got expelled for smokin' weed in tha teacher's bathroom" part. That part REALLY interested me, as I had to rewind it back a few times to get tha quote right. Oh, so at 3:12, it's a conversation now. Okay, so that freestyle wasn't too long. I like tha "wahhhh" in tha beginning of tha talkin', and tha "purp" shit. That shit about tha purple was hella cool to listen to, and tha conversation itself sounded cool wit tha voices and shit. Y'all sounded like y'all had an interesting time. My Rating: 3.7


21. "Don Status"
Let's hear how you gon deliver this joint… >>> Interesting/great beat start! I like tha "used to slang yay/now slang medicine" part. Great 1st verse, as I really liked it. Tha hook iz pretty nice too! This could be your best joint by yourself on this mixtape! Tha 2nd verse was great too! You did yo thang on this shit! My Rating: 4.3


22. "What U Came 4"
"What I came 4" was to do this review, ya dig, lol. Let's hear how we gon finish this shit off… >>> Ooh, tha "I'm straight wit tracks, cousin" (whoever that dude iz that produces wit that signature intro). Tha beat iz DEFINITELY nice! Pretty nice 1st verse, and that hook iz DEFINITELY tight!! I hear someone on tha 2nd verse… There were no errors on tha back cover 'til now. I gotta identify who this iz. They sound pretty good wit what they spittin'! Great 2nd verse. That, "tell me what you came fo', nigga?" part iz catchy in tha hook! Tha 3rd verse was pretty nice too on this shit (from you). My Rating: 4.3
EDIT: I couldn't exactly ID who was on tha 2nd verse… Also, that's Guss on tha beat, cousin, lol!


Overall: End Time: 12:37 AM. Well, after a decent 1st ½, tha 2nd ½ DEFINITELY picked up pretty nice!! Now Sicka, you see my higher rated songs, make more songs/collaborations like that! Those are tha ones I was really feelin'! Keep doin' yo thang, and I hope to hear some more new music from ya in tha near future! I also hope you like this review!


Rankings (according to my ratings):

21. "If This Goes Down" 2.7
20. "Real Talk" 3.5
19. "Intro" 3.6
18. "How U Like Dat" Feat. Doe-Doe 3.7
17. "Loose Screw" 3.7
16. "Peep This" Feat. J. Hustle 3.8
15. "I Been That" 3.9
14. "Piece Of My Mind" 3.9
13. "Tell Me What It Is" Feat. Dino Danja & Doe-Doe 4.0
12. "Paypa Talkin' Loud" 4.0
11. "Money Makin' Machine" Feat. Big Head 4.1
10. "The Way I Live" Feat. Bugsy 4.1
09. "Shine So Bright" 4.2
08. "Problem U Can't Solve" Feat. Reno Da Gutta 4.2
07. "Real Life Hustler" 4.2
06. "Power Up" Feat. Lil' Boosie 4.3
05. "Don Status" 4.3
04. "Fall Back" Feat. A-1 & Doe-Doe 4.3
03. "What U Came 4" 4.3
02. "Boss In His Prime" Feat. Kevin Gates 4.6
01. "Keep Movin'" Feat. Young Ready & Reg 4.8