
Phenomenal Woman.
Phenomenal Woman.
As part of yesterday’s 15th Annual Fundraiser for The See Forever Foundation and Maya Angelou Schools in D.C., Common took to the mic with a live band for some inspiring words. hhnm
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What a nightmare. Maya Angelou who recites a poem on Common’s “The Dreamer” isn’t too pleased with the rapper’s usage of the N-word on his album’s opening track. The poet tells the
[vodpod id=Video.7201867&w=540&h=350&fv=] Common honored Dr. Maya Angelou last week at the first, Common Ground Foundation Gala. During the event, GoWhereHipHop was able to interview the two humanitarians as part of their latest Camovement series.
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.