August 30, 2012 @ 10:01 AM EDT
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Al Lindstrom’s back with another round of questions and this time, Hot 97’s Peter Rosenberg is in the hot seat. He conversed about his move to Hot 9 and radio wars with Power 105.1. Can’t we all just get along?
Wale, in this track, shows once again his ability to blend different genres. He doesn't limit himself to hip-hop, but enriches it with R&B nuances, creating a familiar sound. This fusion is not only an exercise in style, but serves to intensify the emotional impact of the song. And then there is his ability to rap. Wale is a master at playing with words, creating complex rhymes and modulating his voice to best express his emotions. In 'Blanco', his rap part is an explosion of words that intertwine with the melody, creating a hypnotic and relaxing effect. His ability to go from moments of pure energy to moments of deep introspection is what makes this track so engaging; it reminds me of when you would slow dance, hugging your woman.