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"We don't have bar mitzvahs," raps Brother Ali on "Room With a View," "we become men the first time our father hits us." There's a lot of anger and pain behind the sophomore (and first CD) release by the self-described "urban Norman Rockwell," but Brother Ali chooses not to wallow in self-pity. Instead, his carefully observed lyrics draw on his Muslim faith and his personal experiences, including the self-esteem issues he has faced as a heavy-set albino, to convey a positive message of transcending rage and overcoming self-doubt. Brother Ali is an articulate MC with a strong technique and an appealing personality; he's introspective, righteous, and proud without seeming humorless, self-righteous, or overbearing. You'll hear some braggadocio on this album, but Brother Ali demonstrates in "Win Some Lose Some" that he's willing to admit when he got his ass whooped. He also critiques male possessiveness in the ironic, laid-back "Prince Charming," which features a smooth-talking narrator who reveals through his own words that he's really a creepy stalker. Other tracks address topics such as spiritual power, domestic abuse, and, of course, wack MCs and shady promoters. Producer Ant (Atmosphere) blends soul, blues, and jazz to create sick beats that skillfully complement Ali, ranging from the the perky guitar that enhances the deliberate smarmimess of "Prince Charming" to the ominous trumpets that underpin the drama of "Room With a View"; some songs could have benefited from more changes and catchier hooks, but for the most part the music is compellingly straightforward. Slug (Atmosphere) is guest MC on two tracks, the battle rap "Blah Blah Blah" and the short (under two minutes) "Missing Teeth." ~ Todd Kristel

Recording information: Recording Studio, Minneapolis, MN.

Photographer: Dan Monick.

Personnel: Ant (scratches).

Audio Mixers: Ant; Joe Mabbott; Brother Ali.

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Category Rock/Pop Albums, R&B CDs, Rap, Urban Soundtrack, Underground/Alt Rap
Label Rhymesayers Entertainment
Orig Year 2004
All Time Product Rank 22,803
CD Universe Part number 6239172
Catalog number 34
Discs 1
Release Date May 27, 2004
Studio/Live Studio
Mono/Stereo Stereo
Engineer Ant; Joe Mabbott; Brother Ali
Personnel Ant - scratches

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 3Star Quality * See All 25:20 $0.99
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 4Prince Charming * See All 2 Brother Ali PRINCE CHARMING Lyrics4:36 $0.99
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 5Win Some Lose Some * See All 23:25 $0.99
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 6Pay Them Back * See All 22:54 $0.99
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 7Blah Blah Blah * See All 2 Brother Ali BLAH BLAH BLAH Lyrics4:21 $0.99
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 8Shadows on the Sun * See All 24:37 $0.99
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 9Prelude * See All 21:18 $0.99
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 10Forest Whitiker * See All 23:00 $0.99
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 13When the Beat Comes In * See All 24:31 $0.99
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 14Missing Teeth * See All 21:55 $0.99
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 15Dorian * See All 23:51 $0.99
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5 stars One of my all time favourite albums
This album is pure classic. One of the best hip-hop albums ever.
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5 stars hella-hella
The album is great. if you like underground hip hop, you can't go wrong with it. if you don't have a taste for underground hip hop then this isn't for you. this album is real, visceral, underground hip hop and has earned those titles. all you get from anyone under the rhyme sayers label is pure talent.
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5 stars love
it!!!!
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5 stars he is black
the guy is actually black..... he is just albino can't ya'll tell he is black from his voice, the things he says pay attention and the cd is a classic
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5 stars a must have
the production could have been better, but as far as all out lyrical skills and substance, Ali is incredible. i would honestly say this is one of my favorite CDs of all time.
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