South Central Thynk Taynk [Explicit Lyrics]

Editorial Reviews
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There is poetic justice: Abstract Tribe Unique's 1998 South Central Thynk Taynk has been reissued. The combination of Abstract Rude, musical coconspirators Irie and Zulu, and producer Fat Jack creates a plump, luscious Los Angeles sound. Abstract Rude, an ace veteran MC who never blows his cool, adds mental spark to the electric relaxation of Fat Jack's beats. The album, pegged a "soulful stimulation of a hip-hop community," is strongly rooted in the South Central community. Rapper Ab Rude doesn't ignore the fact that his 'hood is pockmarked with bullets. But unlike West Coast Gs who glamorize illegal lifestyles, he makes a gangbanger reality check called "They Ryde," which provides a sad glimpse of the monotonous lives of the doomed delinquents of L.A. ghettoes. Then on "Showgun" Rude tosses out a flawless battle rap to remind the kids who's boss: "So how long you been rappin' and doin' what you do? / Your homie's a bear, you're the little one, boo-boo / And I'm the ranger, come to put you on everlasting hibernation." And laid-back, brilliant tunes like "Just Like Akira" and "Hits Like Hank" shine like the sunset through city smog. This is a low-key, high-density classic. --Lizz Mendez Berry

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South Central Thynk Taynk [Explicit Lyrics]

Tracks:

Explanation
Hits Like Hank
Renaissance (While We)
Them That's Got
Through These Streets
A.T.U. Is In The House Tonight
L.A. Styles Back
Mass Men Baby
No Regrets
Front Row
Just Like Akira
They Ryde
Showgun
Why Oh Why?

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There is poetic justice: Abstract Tribe Unique's 1998 South Central Thynk Taynk has been reissued. The combination of Abstract Rude, musical coconspirators Irie and Zulu, and producer Fat Jack creates a plump, luscious Los Angeles sound. Abstract Rude, an ace veteran MC who never blows his cool, adds mental spark to the electric relaxation of Fat Jack's beats. The album, pegged a "soulful stimulation of a hip-hop community," is strongly rooted in the South Central community. Rapper Ab Rude doesn't ignore the fact that his 'hood is pockmarked with bullets. But unlike West Coast Gs who glamorize illegal lifestyles, he makes a gangbanger reality check called "They Ryde," which provides a sad glimpse of the monotonous lives of the doomed delinquents of L.A. ghettoes. Then on "Showgun" Rude tosses out a flawless battle rap to remind the kids who's boss: "So how long you been rappin' and doin' what you do? / Your homie's a bear, you're the little one, boo-boo / And I'm the ranger, come to put you on everlasting hibernation." And laid-back, brilliant tunes like "Just Like Akira" and "Hits Like Hank" shine like the sunset through city smog. This is a low-key, high-density classic. --Lizz Mendez Berry

Customer Reviews:

Truly Unique.......2006-08-24

Man, where to start? I think Ab & Fat Jack hit the nail on the head with this one. The rhymes are clever & well delivered, & Ab never lets his style get stale. He's always switching things up & giving you something to think about. Plus the beats are unlike anything else out there (check out Fat Jack's 4LP solo album). Unbelievably lush & authentic. You won't be disappointed.

i dont have it.......2006-03-22

the reason why i gave it one star was because i dont have it, BUT i plan on buying it soon, the song through these streets is awsome

UNBELIEVABLE..........2000-10-17

This album is a perfect example of what good music is all about. One thing about A.T.U. (Abstract Tribe Unique) is that they're willing to go anywhere with their music, and that makes it so appealing to different audiences. With a refreshing mixture of hip-hop, reggae styles, and even some R&B flavor, this album blends into one of the best "hip-hop" genre albums to come out in the new millenium, even though this is the group's original first album - made back in probably the early 90s or so - which is barely being released in 2000 due to distribution problems. The group is better known for their 3rd album entitled, "Mood Pieces," which is also another hip-hop gem in its own right. Enjoy A.T.U. because a group like this only comes along once in a million years, or maybe it just feels like it's that long.

UNBELIEVABLE..........2000-10-17

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