The Source Presents: Hip Hop Hits, Vol. 4 [Explicit Lyrics]

1. Country Grammar (Hot...) - Nelly

2. Light - Common

3. Party Up (Up in Here) - DMX

4. Wobble Wobble - 504 Boyz

5. Bad Boyz - Barrington Levy, Shyne

6. Next Episode - Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg

7. It's So Hard - Big Punisher

8. Shut Up - Co Of Tre+6, Deuce Poppito Of 24 Karatz, Trick Daddy, Trina

9. Imagine That - LL Cool J

10. Real Slim Shady - Eminem

11. #1 Stunna - Big Tymers

12. Oooh - De La Soul, Redman

13. Holla Back (Holla Boston) - Benzino, Made Men, Mr. Gzus, Twice Thou

14. Sippin' on Some Syrup - Project Pat, Three 6 Mafia, UGK

15. No Matter What They Say - Lil' Kim

16. Y.O.U. - Method Man, Redman

17. What'chu Like - Da Brat, Tyrese

Tracks:

Country Grammar (Hot...) - Nelly
The Light - Common
Party Up (Up In Here) - DMX
Wobble Wobble - 504 Boyz
Bad Boyz - Shyne
The Next Episode - Dr. Dre
It's So Hard - Big Pun
Shut Up - Trick Daddy
Imagine That - LL Cool J
The Real Slim Shady - Eminen
#1 Stunna - Big Tymers
Oooh - De La Soul
Holla Back (Holla Boston) - Made Men
Sippin' On Some Syrup - Three-6 Mafia
No Matter What They Say - Lil' Kim
Y.O.U. - Method Man/Redman
What'Chu Like - Da Brat

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This compilation is packed tighter with hits than hoochies in front of the stage at a Cash Money concert. Which makes sense because tastemaking mag The Source enforces hip-hop's chart hegemony through its corporate-controlled coverage--with one notable exception: the Made Men. This Boston-based crew are old pals of David Mays (The Source's publisher) and have been shamelessly supported by said mag for years in spite of their minimal talent. Nepotism, anyone? Fortunately, they don't seem to be getting anywhere, except onto this compilation. Aside from their suspicious inclusion, all the usual Billboard suspects are here, from agitated one-note barker DMX to whiny whitey Eminem. Guilty pleasures like Shyne's incriminating "Bad Boyz" and the Three 6 Mafia's neo-Funky Cold Medina "Sippin' on Some Syrup" share space with two (count 'em) decent tracks: Common's "The Light" and De La Soul's "Oooh." --Cristina Restrepo

Customer Reviews:

Year 2000 was a great year for hip hop.......2006-03-06

This compilation is probably the best. It has a mix of party'in, conscious, and gangsta rap. This album is for everybody. The only track i don't feel is Nelly, I just don't like him period. But other than that these are some of the best tracks of 2000. Others should have made it, but for the most part this a satisfying album.

The New Millenium Of Hip-Hop.......2005-03-31

This was IT: the Golden Age of The Source's "Hip Hop Hits" CDs. This album shows what The Source was before Benzino took over, and drove it straight into the ground. Terrific artists like Eminem and Common, who are passed over on recent albums because of Benzino's feuds, are presented here in top form. Hip-Hop had grown exponentialy by the year 2000; into a dominant force of the music industry. This was and the breakout year; and the biggest AND best hip-hop songs from 2000 are all summed up on this masterpiece.
(1) Nelly "Country Grammar (Hot...)" A. Not only was this Nelly's wonderous debut single, but it was also opened the door for evry "Mid-west rapper". The sound, flow and lyrics are like nothing we've ever heard before and that's what most rap is lacking. Even the chorus, with it's R&B sample, sounds new and refreshing. This is a catchy, light and highly entertaining debut.
(2) Common "The Light" A. Common is hands diwn a true MC. Just like Bone Thugz-N-Harmony and 2Pac, he is able to create rap with message and purpose, yet keep his street credentaials as well. Those who thing all hip-hop is negative should listen to this intelligent rap about how to make a reationship work. A light and refreshing breeze for the genre.
(3) DMX "Party Up (Up In Here)" A-. Everything about this song just plain works. THe beat is menacing, the lyrics are hardcore through out and DMX's flow never steps wrong. DMX may have developed a formula for his music, but it's hard to complian when it works so well. Put this next to "What's My Name" and "Fame", and it's clear to seehow unique his music is.
(4) 504 Boyz "Wobble, Wobble" B-. "Collective rap groups" (i.e. Westside Connection, Cool Breeze) can be very good if the artists mend well. The 504 Boyz though, never quite come together as a group; they all seem to be doing their own thing, and aren't very remarkable as individuals. "Wobble, Wobble" is fun and catchy, but doesn't really stick to memory afterwards.
(5) Shyne feat. Barrington Levy "Bad Boyz" B. To put it simply; Shyne is not a quite ground-breaking rapper, nothing to break the mold. His voice, although somewhat intriging, doesn't really have much of an impact. Yet this song works because of the haunting beat and some interesting vocals from Barrington Levy. Not great, but well worth a listen.
(6) Dr. Dre feat. Snoop Dogg "The Next Episode" A. A perfect example of what "gangsta rap" is really about. The lyricvs are tough and explicit, yet the track is really two rappers having a good time. Brief and catchy; this song makes no intention to have depth, as it provides a showcase for two great rappers at the top of there game.
(7) Big Pun "It's So Hard" B+. Not great work by the late, great Big Pun; but still a very well made track. His voice was one of a kind (despit similarities to "Biggie") and the latin beats could always get the body moving. Although more original material would have been nicer, he still does a good job of personalizing it. Strange that Donell Jones doesn't get top billing; he does the entire chorus.
(8) Trick Daddy feat. Deuce Poppito of 24 Karatz, Trina and Co of the Tre+6 "Shut Up" B-. It's kinda nice the way Trick Daddy ventures into the dance genre, but he doesn't have new material to bring with him. "Shut Up", while catchy (the University Of Florida's marching band sampled it), has no real purpose to it. Fun and glitz on the surface is fine, yet there's nothing at all beneath it.
(9) LL Cool J "Imagine That" A. 15 years into the "rap game", and he still sounds as good as ever. Only LL Cool J can take the most explicit content, and make it sound reaxed ands bouncy. This track is like his "Phenomenon"; a thuggish rap all set to a terrific beat with slick, polished production (by Rockwilder). He may possibly be (as he calls himself) "The Greatest Of All Time".
(10) Eminem "The Real Slim Shady" A+. Here's an artist who always does his own thing and stands out from the crowd. This is a hands-down brilliant rap song with umapologetic, biting, hilarious lyrics that carry a bold message. There will never be another Eminem, and that's a relief. "The Real Slim Shady" is THE best song of 2000, and the still young millenium.
(11) Big Tymers "#1 Stunna" A. The Cash Money Label catupulted to stardom in 1999, but have been very hit or misss since. This is one there best hits; Mannie Fresh's cool beat combines with the perfect flowing lyrics to create a highly enjoyable rap song. Hand's down one of the best works from Big Tymers, Mannie Fresh and Cash Money.
(12) De La Soul feat. Redman "Oooh" A-. Always refreshing to hear an old artist come back on top. De La Soul helped bring rap into the mainstream with "Me, Myself and I" (1989), and bring back that same flavor, over a decade later. The song is a demonstration of what hip-hop is truly about. Redman, of course, adds some flavor to this great "throwback track".
(13) Made Men feat. Twice Thou, Benzino and Mr. Gzus "Holla Back (Holla Boston)" A-. I normally deplore anything from Benzino's posse (Made Men, Untouchables, himself), yet I found this to be highly entertaining. It succeeds mainly due to Hangmen 3's stormin' beat, and non-stop menacing lyrics. No depth to it, but it is definetly gret entertaining. And, no, Boston is not a great place for hip-hop.
(14) Three-6-Mafia feat. UGK and Project Pat "Sippin' On Some Syrup" B-. This isn't one of the stonger tracks on the album; it bring nothing new to the genre and has no meaning at all. Yet the beat is so mesmerizing, and sorta quirky, that the song sticks to memory and becomes very catchy.
(15) Lil' Kim "No Matter What They Say" A-. Female rappers often have a difficult time establishing themselves in the rap world; such is not the case with Lil' Kim. This track presents her a tough, smart thuggish rapper who just as hardcore as the guys. Her flow keeps a consitant fast pace, and her voice has a certain appeal to it. This is what female rap should be.
(16) Method Man/Redman "Y.O.U." B. Compared to Method Man's solo work on "Break Ups 2 Make Ups", this is a pretty lackluster track. It not bad, it just doesn't have trhe flow and quality we expect from Meth and Red; although A Tribe Called Quest's "Electric Relaxation" is used very well. Not a bad song, but underwhelming compared to "Tear It Off" and "Da Rockwilder" (both from the "Blackout" LP as well).
(17) Da Brat feat. Tyrese "What'chu Like" B+. Da Brat is not a blindingly talented female rapper (especially when compared to Lil' Kim and Eve), but this song works. That can mainly be attributed to Tyrese's catchy chorus and Jermaine Dupri's slick production. Not groundbreaking by any means, but good fun.
Bottom Line: ****. A perfect example of what a rap compilation SHOULD be. The "Hip Hop Hits" albums started out shaky, and gradually got better before hitting rock bottom. This was the the series peak. There is not a single song here that wasn't a hit, and every track has some entertainment value. THE BEST raps of 2000 are ALL collected on this. I can not think of a better album to represent the phenomenal power of hip-hop at the dawn of the millenium.

Great Complilation.......2004-04-23

The Source's Fourth volume is very solid. You have some hardcore on this disc all the way to some light weights light Common. There have been source volumes where sometimes you want to skip a track, but not on this one, all these tracks are great. The source does a great job by connecting the songs together, always an extra point when they do that. Would have rather have seen a couple other tracks replace others, but no compilation is perfect. Sill, a very good disc.

My top 5:
The Light - Common
Wobble Wobble - 504 boyz
Bad Boyz - Shyne & Barrington Levy
Ohh - De La Soul & Redman
Country Grammar - Nelly

Nice.......2002-06-15

The cd is real nice for a commercial rap fan like I am. I listened to it all the time before I got it stolen from me.

1. Country grammar- Nice song. Good 1st single by Nelly. It's a nice summer joint. Love the video. Keep doing what you doing Nelly.

2. The light- I love this song by Common. It really has a nice message. One of my favorites.

3. Party Up- One of my favorite DMX songs. My favorite line on the song was I lov my baby momma I never let her go.

4. Wobble Wobble- Me and my girl used to always be singing the chorus to this song.

5. Bad Boyz- Never really listened to this song.

6. The next Episode- Love this song Smoke weed everyday

7. It's so hard- Love this song by Big Pun. NIce beat

8. Shut Up.- Another song I like- Okay, wassup, uh-huh, SHUTUP!

9. Imagine that- One of my favorite songs. Explicit lyrics but I don't care.

10. The real Slim Shady- I got burnt out on this song.

11. #1 stunna- Love the Big Tymers. Love this song and there new single Still Fly.

12. Ooh- I like De LA Soul. I like Redman. Nice Collabo. Also check out the song Baby Phat by De la Soul.

13. Holla BAck- Never listened to this song.

14. Sippin' on some syrup- I liked this song it was different but still a nice song.

15. No matter what they say- I like this song I like a lot of Lil Kim songs.

16. Y.O.U.- Never listened to this song suprised I didn't I love Meth.

17. What Cha' like- Most played song on this cd.

HOLLA

Great CD!.......2001-07-08

This is a great compilation CD to any rap collection. It features very well known rap artists. Several of these songs can be heard on many radio stations. It is a great collection of new artists as well as old ones. If you preview the songs I am sure you will agree.

The Source Presents: Hip Hop Hits, Vol. 4

Average customer rating:

BEWARE!!! The track listing is incorrect!

The Source Presents: Hip Hop Hits, Vol. 4
Various Artists
Manufacturer: Def Jam
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

East Coast | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music

Gangsta & Hardcore | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music

General | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music

West Coast | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music

Southern Rap | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music

General | Compilations | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music

Pop Rap | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music

General | Funk | R&B | Styles | Music
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ASIN: B000054OXS
Release Date: 2000-12-12

Tracks:

Country Grammar (Hot...) - Nelly
Light - Common
Party Up (Up in Here) - DMX
Wobble Wobble - 504 Boyz
Bad Boyz - Shyne
Next Episode - Dr. Dre
It's So Hard - Big Punisher
Shut Up - Trick Daddy
Imagine That - LL Cool J
Real Slim Shady - Eminem
#1 Stunna - Big Tymers
Oooh - De La Soul
Holla Back (Holla Boston) - Made Men
Sippin' on Some Syrup
No Matter What They Say - Lil' Kim
Y.O.U. - Method Man, Redman
What'chu Like - Da Brat

Customer Reviews:

BEWARE!!! The track listing is incorrect!.......2001-02-17

BEWARE!!! The track listing for the Edited version of this album is incorrect. I ordered this album and the track listing is exactly the same as that on the Explicit Lyrics version. I do not know what album this track listing comes from.

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