Being Black rests in a niche where Afrocentric poetry and complex street linguists coexist in impressive harmony. While not completely filled with Philly artists, there is enough poppin' to throw it up in here.

Ursula Rucker shows up repeatedly as she literally emcees through the cuts, teaming with King Britt, Rob Swift, DJ Revolution and others, the highlight being her go round with Rev that goes by the name of Each One Of Us Suffers. Strong words. Stronger bass. The classic Love Of The Game from Jazzy Jeff, Baby Blak and Pauly Yamz is part of Being Black. That's the type level ish we're talkin' about here. And yes y'all!!! A new slaaaaaaaaaaaamin track from Bahamadia entitled One-4-Teen. It's exactly what we've come to expect from the queen on her laid back jazzerific vibe.

The rest of the album features strong songs from Jurassic 5, Mystic and the strength and power of Dilated Peoples Pay Attention. Will I Am also teams with Huck Fynn and Ozelem for the head knockin' body rockin' Money.

Simply stated, Being Black needs to be the next addition to your collection.

spun-records.com

Are you feelin' Being Black or not?
Vote In our online poll right here

Review by Funk Wizard Snow
Editor- PhillyHipHop.com
February, 2003