With an accompanying video that shows the life of a gay man growing up, most mainstream rap and hip-hop publications seem to so far be ignoring its existence. Mary Lambert” Macklemore declares his support for the LGBT community (“No freedom til we’re equal/Damn right I support it,”) and chastises the hip-hop community for it’s rampant and pervasive homophobia. “White privilege, white guilt/at the same damn time.” And then there’s the song that’s creating a bit of a firestorm on YouTube right now- “Same Love ft. Most white rappers would be offended by the mention of their race, while Macklemore addresses the issue head on. Evan Roman” is a frank examination of what it’s like to be a white musician in the predominantly black hip-hop world. This sort of vulnerability is almost non-existent in the pissing contest that is the modern rap game. Ben Bridwell,” Macklemore bares his soul and his story on the album, creating two beautifully introspective tracks. Allen Stone,” and the consequences of relapses on “Starting Over ft. Delving into the deeply personal territory of addiction on “Neon Cathedral ft. Macklemore’s takes on greatness and materialism are new and refreshing, but he makes points to venture into territory that other rappers rarely (if ever) dare enter. Wanz” celebrates the frugality of hand-me down style- “They be like oh that Gucci that’s hella tight/I’m like yo, that’s $50 for a t-shirt/Limited edition? Let’s do some simple additions/$50 for a t-shirt? That’s just some ignorant bitch shit.” Macklemore continues his attack on the consumerism of America with “Wings,”- “My movement told me be a consumer/And I consumed it.” When making statements of greatness on the opening track, “Ten Thousand Hours,” Macklemore forgoes other rappers or mainstream celebrities, and instead compares himself to Malcolm Gladwell, Keith Haring, and Jean-Michel Basquiat. Common hip-hop themes make appearances in Macklemore’s lyrics, but in a different light than seen before. How he raps is nowhere near as noteworthy as what he raps. His flow is smooth, and he comfortably goes to 11 and back without a second thought. While Lewis’s production is fresh and innovative, Macklemore’s rapping is nothing groundbreaking. Growing to a false climax, the music cuts out halfway through the song to the sound of fireworks in the distance, before starting stronger than when it stopped. The Teaching.” Starting with a lone piano, Lewis and The Teaching (a piano, bass, and percussion trio) create a multilayered ballad that morphs into a pounding club anthem. Lewis’s real standout track, however, is the completely instrumental “Bombom ft. Allen Stone,” Lewis expertly sets the tone for the songs on the album. Whether it’s the looping of a scream in the background of “Make the Money,” or the sleazy, ‘80’s style synthesizer in “Neon Cathedral ft. And with old-school flavor, atmospheric electro-pop worthy of the trendiest indie-pop darlings, restrained piano driven tracks, over-the top grandiose anthems, and even a banjo, boy does Lewis show range.ĭespite the seemingly stark differences musically, the songs meld into one coherent album. Throughout The Heist, Lewis shows an incredible amount of range in creating beats. Lewis knows exactly when to show restraint, and just when to let loose to perfectly complement Macklemore and the assorted guest vocalists on the album. Lewis’s production is instrumental in the success of the album. The duo create a brilliant album that mercilessly reinvents what rap can and could be. Instead of keeping Ryan Lewis, who does the production on this album, relegated to album sleeve credits, Lewis rightfully shares title billing with Macklemore, rapper and lyricist. On The Heist, Macklemore & Ryan Lewis pay homage to where hip-hop has been, while showing the genre where it’s going. More tracks like Macklemore & Ryan Lewis - Growing Up Ft.Review Summary: Some Malcolm Gladwell, David Bowie meets Kanye shit. Playlists containing Macklemore & Ryan Lewis - Growing Up Ft.Users who reposted Macklemore & Ryan Lewis - Growing Up Ft.Users who like Macklemore & Ryan Lewis - Growing Up Ft.I love this song Comment by Taf Stinkmeaner Sachiĭope track Buy Macklemore & Ryan Lewis - Growing Up Ft. I tell you, in a few moths this song will be really popular! Comment by Luis Manzano The combination of macklemore, Ryan Lewis and Ed Sheeran is just perfect. Thete is bad Comment by HeatherRaeLessard Like the vocal arrangement/effect Comment by G&IĪmazin' sooong! lots of emotions !!:):) Comment by GinoDaems Love it! So many emotions and things to think about. God.this jam hits me so hard.very deep.wait. Im still growing up Comment by Jennifer Trierweiler 1 Comment by COURTNEY MCLELANDĭont be a hater Comment by COURTNEY MCLELAND I can't support this more, would if I could.
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