April 2, 2013 @ 12:05 PM EDT
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He’s the Black Branch Rickey. Today, it was announced that Jay-Z has partnered with CAA to launch Roc Nation Sports. The agency’s first client is New York Yankees second baseman, Robinson Cano. According to ESPN, if Hov decides to become a full-fledged sports agent, he would have to forfeit his ownership of the Brooklyn Nets. Says Mr. Carter: “Because of my love of sports, it was a natural progression to form a company where we can help top athletes in […]
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.