Nelly

Suit

...wanna go down south just to win her...

Review Score:

(10/10)
...ok, so that is a lyric from Sweat...here I will focus on Nelly and his fascinating album Suit...interesting R& B, nice collaborations (Snoop, Tim Mcgraw, etc...). Suit is a great album from a young and talented man, Mr. Nelly himself. It is a softer, more R& B side and sound to the Midwest hip hop rapper...Nelly is a evolving mature artist...there is something very powerful about his energy and abilities as an entertainer...he feels almost regal and royal as an artist, even the angle of his cheekbones is one of strength. And the voice; a rapper's best (and sometimes only) instrument is his voice. Nelly's voice cuts powerfully through all genres...haunting, self-assured, and noticeable. His lyrics are real and creative on Suit, as with all his other albums...I think he will continue to grow and evolve as an artist and entertainer, and that is a good thing! We do not see too many 65 year old rappers out there, but it would be a good thing...rap is still in its infancy compared to pop, rock, etc...but will it age well and stand the test of ephemeral time??? The lyrics are modern day poetry, right from the artist's own experience (whether form the street or the heart). And Nelly is no exception, especially on Suit. We see a softer side, not at all mushy or sell out...production quality is strong and consistent throughout...a good introduction to Nelly for anyone just getting into his music. While Country Grammar may be the big heavy hitter, I think Suit will age well in the years to come, and serve as a bridge between genres, people, race, gender, idealogies, etc... There is something very big and beautiful behind this boy from St. Louis...he deserves our admiration and respect! And Nelly will age well...he is a power package...more rap, more R & B, movies, etc...the sky is the limit. His energy and power pulled me out to the record store to buy Suit (and Sweat), and this was the first black male album I purchased since Michael Jackson's Thriller. There must be something here!!! Though I love all music, all types, all colors--I don't always buy a lot of music, but I listen to and love it all!!! So, check out the new album(s) from Nelly, whatever your backgound, preference, style, etc...he is worth a listen, and no one album will define the career of a true artist that has longevity, creativity, and talent...long live Nelly and his wonderful energy and countenance!!! He is a talented man with so much potential and a big future!!! I even painted his picture!! From--- a fellow artist (painter) and a real fan of ALL music!!! You go Nelly!!

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