A Quick Music Review

Alright the new Lupe Fiasco CD The Cool hit the shelves last week and I just did not get around to review the CD until now. Before I start let me just say that I think Lupe is the savior for real hip-hop. He is doing what Common did for rap in the late 90's. I'm not a big fan of rap and hip-hop songs that just talk about money, hoes and other irrelevant stuff so as you can imagine Lupe Fiasco, Common and Talib Kweli have been some of my favorite artists in the last 7 years and change.

Overall, I give The Cool a 9 out of 10. I thought the CD was very daring in terms of sound and lyrics because it sounded like a raw artist trying to make a name. Lupe switched up his style from his rookie CD Food and Liquor. The one thing that did not change is his dedication to sending a message with his songs. Every song is a look into his soul. The Cool did a great job of sounding like a unique CD with good beats and fresh sound. Lupe captured this unique sound by mixing in Matthew Santos into a few songs. It took me a while to really get into the CD but once I gave it a solid listen I have not put it down. From the first track to the last you will not find one song that you skip.

Since the CD overall was very good it was hard to find my favorite tracks but I finally decided on the tracks...SuperStar, Tokyo/Paris, Hip-Hop Saved my Life, Streets on Fire, Little Weapon, Fighters and Go Baby.

Pick-up this CD because you will not be disappointed. Here are some songs from the CD so listen and enjoy!

Super Star


Streets on Fire


Fighters