‘Accidental Racist’ is the Best Worst Song About Not Being Racist
Brad Paisley and L.L. Cool J have been really causing a buzz with their song, “Accidental Racist”. The title alone is subject for scrutiny and ridicule…but before we get to all that, let’s listen to the song, shall we? First off, let’s focus on the song itself. It’s essentially about a white guy who wants...
Workout Song of the Week: ‘World of Entertainment (WOE is me)’ by Jurassic 5
On Saturday, I jumped into a cab and the driver was at least in his mid-40s and of Eastern European descent. After settling in, I realized that he blasting music by the one of my favorite hip hop groups Jurassic 5. Now, this was an interesting combination. It was kind of like seeing a supermodel...
Workout Song of the Week: ‘Here We Come’ by Timbaland and Magoo featuring Missy Elliott
Timbaland — where are you? We miss you dearly. We need more crazy, quirky shit like this back in the hip-hop game. And by that, I mean sampling old-school cartoon theme songs to make trippy beats. That goes for you too, Missy. (And we guess Magoo can come too.) Timbaland Missy Magoo – Here We...
Workout Song of the Week: ‘BBD’ by Azealia Banks
Azealia Banks is probably the best female MC that you’re not listening to — and why should you? Nicki Minaj is rapping about starships and stuff. Her track, “BBD” (which stands for “Bad Bitches Do It” not “Bell Biv Devoe” or Big Black D*cks” like you might think) has her signature steez of playful, street-savvy...
Workout Song of the Week: ‘Clique’ by Kanye West Featuring Big Sean and Jay-Z
This song is proof that the throne still needs to be watched. And don’t worry — there is no shortage of Maybach references in this.
Workout Song of the Week: ‘Back that Azz Up’ by Juvenile
Step 1: Back it up. Step 2: Stop. Step 3: Drop it like it’s hot. Step 4: Repeat step 3 as desired.
Workout Song of the Week: ‘Put Your Hands Where My Eyes Can See’ by Busta Rhymes
Reasons why I love “Put Your Hands Where My Eyes Can See” by Busta Rhymes: 1.) Its heavy tribal-ish beat. 2.) The music video’s homage to Coming to America. 3.) The video’s use of the fish eye lens which would later be used by EVERY SINGLE OTHER HIP HOP VIDEO. Don’t you just love late...
Workout Song of the Week: ‘Who’s That Girl?’ by Eve
I have started plugging in songs by solid female MCs into my iPod shuffle in an effort to continue my crusade to bring decent female MCs back into the fold. This week, I would like to share Who’s That Girl?”, a flourishing fanfare of womanly rapping by Eve (not to be confused with the seminal...
Workout Song of the Week: ‘Bojangles’ by Pitbull ft. Ying Yang Twins and Lil’ Jon
Because I seldom have a booty poppin’ Pitbull song in my workout repertoire.
Workout Song of the Week: ‘Handclaps and Guitars’ by Chiddy Bang
First “Ray Charles” and now this — Chiddy Bang has been a staple on my rotation list as of late. “Handclaps and Guitars” is a jammin’ anthem to get me pumped for the week (and for SXSW). Holler.
Workout Song of the Week: ‘Ray Charles’ by Chiddy Bang
This song makes me so happy. And the video makes me even happier (bonus points if you know his classic video homages). Plus, the name Chiddy Bang is so cool. If more rap songs like “Ray Charles” existed, everyone would be wearing their halos at a jaunty tilt and soul-struttin’ on sunshine.
Workout Song of the Week: ‘Sleazy Remix 2.0: Get Sleazier’ by Ke$ha
I can always rely on Ke$ha to give me glam-skanky music that reeks of stale beer, dime store body glitter, and rancid club sweat. Her track, “Sleazy Remix 2.0: Get Sleazier” features a roster of hip-hop stars that include Lil Wayne, Wiz Khalifa, T.I., and the dandy Andre 3000. The industrial tribal drums and stomp...
