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Genesis

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I remember when I saw first saw Busta Rhymes in the Leaders Of The New School. Although it was a group, Busta always stood out amongst the others. My boys and I in high school, always said that one day Busta Rhymes will go solo. LONS did make their mark with "Case Of The PTA", "Sobb Story", "What's Next", and on A Tribe Called Quest's "Scenario" and the "Scenario" (Remix) but eventually after their 2nd disc, "T.I.M.E." flopped, Busta decided to test the solo waters. That was Busta Rhymes' smartest move. His first solo CD, "The Coming" was an impressive debut. It included the singles, "Woo Hah!" and "It's A Party" featuring Zhane, as well as, "Everything Remains Raw", "Ill Vibe" w/Q Tip, "Flipmode Meets Def Squad" w/Redman, Keith Murray, Jamal, Rampage and Lord Have Mercy, and a song with the LONS, "Keep It Movin'". Busta had definitely made his mark and he had a promising career ahead of him. His 2nd disc, "When Disaster Strikes", included one of his best singles of all time, "Put Your Hands Where My Eyes Can See". To this day in 2002, that song can pump in any club or party and the crowd will get hyped up. "When Disaster Strikes", "E.L.E." and "Anarchy" were all filled with the same Busta Rhymes that we are used to and each time out he gives us a little something different while sticking to the same formula that has always kept us fans of his music. His other singles and tight songs have included "Things People Do For Money Part 2 w/Rampage", "Body Rock" w/Rampage, Puff Daddy and Mase, "Gimme Some More", "Everybody Rise", "What's It Gonna Be" w/Janet Jackson, "Party Is Goin' On Over Here", "Salute Da Gods", "Tear Da Roof Off", and "Why We Die" w/Jay Z and DMX. After switching from Elektra to Clive Davis' J Records, Busta Rhymes is back with his 5th disc, "Genesis". The song "What It Is", produced by The Neptunes, was the first single from the Violator 2 compilation CD. I am sure that most people are tired of the Neptunes , but if you can get past the chorus from Kelis, this is still a tight song. The first single from "Genesis" is the Dr. Dre produced, "Break Your Neck". This song is definitely off the hook and just what the doctor ordered for diehard Busta fans. The Neptunes' "As I Come Back" takes Busta's words from "Scenario" and twists them around to make the chorus. If you have any kind of a system in your ride then you need to check this song out. This song is my favorite song on "Genesis". On Just Blaze's "Everybody Rise Again" Busta takes the energy from the prequel on "E.L.E.", "Everybody Rise" and slows the pace up this time which still brings good results. My 2nd favorite song is "Better Stay Up In Your House". This song features Rah Digga and it is off the hook for real. It samples Curtis Mayfield's "Eddie You Should Know Better" from the Superfly soundtrack and Busta and Rah Digga trade lines like they have been rapping together for over 10 years. Yogi from P Diddy's Hitmen did an excellent job with the beat as well. Other gems include the Dr. Dre produced "Truck Volume" and "Holla", "Match The Name With The Voice" w/Busta's Flipmode Squad" and "We Got What You Want" which are both produced by Just Blaze and "There's Only One" w/Mary J Blige. Overall, by listening to the 20 tracks on this CD, yes I did say 20, 1 intro and 19 actual real songs, not 13 songs and 7 interludes, you will realize that Busta Rhymes really put his effort into this CD. Yes he does have an all star production team, however, you still have to know what to do with it. "Genesis" is definitely worth your time and your money. Any fan of Busta's 4 previous CDs will enjoy "Genesis". The new Flipmode Squad CD should be out some time in May.

No matter how skilled an emcee is, a song can not sound good unless the production is creative and tight. Busta Rhymes reached his prime in terms of rhyming and production with "When Disaster Strikes", for after that, it went downhill. Busta messed too much with crossovers and catchy Broadway samples instead of keeping his album streamlined. On Genesis, Busta rhymes over quality beats with the ferocity of a newcomer.

Busta's album is pure solidity, despite the chaotic nature of the emcee himself. The commercial hits, "As I Come Back" and "Break Ya Neck" display Busta Rhymes at his best. Not only is his signature rapid-fire rhyming polished, but the beats are innovative without being obtrusive. Instead of overpowering Busta, they complement him nicely. That is rare in today's world of hip-hop in which producers have to "carry" a song because of a rapper's lackluster rhyming.

Hidden jewels are abound in this album. "Shut 'Em Down 2002" showcases a battle-happy Busta and is reminiscent of his earlier days as an emcee. "Holla", while a popular title for a song (Ja Rule and Memphis Bleek have used the title for their paltry songs), is not down sloppily, for Busta speaks with the speed and accuracy that doesn't come with hollering. "What It Is", which was originally off the Violator 2.0 album, is included in the tracklisting. Its simplified beat allows Busta to rap at barely a whisper, but with such force.

This album lacks power in very few areas. While the skits are incredibly funny, they have little or nothing to do with any of the songs. Other than that, "Genesis" is truly a rebirth for Busta Rhymes. Instead of dark beats and out-of-control rhyming, he is controlled and focused. The production is just as honed, with the Neptunes and Dr. Dre blessing the tracks. Busta's time off has done good, because even the greats need to rest in order to be most effective.

This album seems to get many mixed reviews from fans, however it is my favourite out of the three Busta Rhymes albums I own. The criticism from fans seems fairly valid, as Rhymes lyrics seem a little overly typicaly, and although the lyrical content isn't all too impressive on some tracks, his flow and delivery of the lines makes up for it. Also, the beats and production is the key to making this album great. Neptunes and Dr. Dre contribute sensational rap beats for Rhymes, and he uses them to their full effect.

Although the lyrical aspect is weak at certain times, this album is filled with outstanding hooks. The Intro needs no explanation, I've never been a fan of them, so let's skip ahead to "Everybody Rise Again". This is a great opener, with what sounds like a trio singing the chorus. Busta Rhymes flows well with the beat, and this track is a highlight. "As I Come Back" was one of the singles from "Genesis", and every aspect of it is great, with an awesome Neptunes beat, a signature sound from Busta after every line yelling "rrahhh!". Certainly an album highlight, and it's followed strongly "Shut 'Em Down 2002". The self-titled track has strong lyrical content, however the hooks aren't too great. "Betta Stay Up In Your House" has Rah Digga guest starring in a hip-hop/rap bouncin' track.
"Truck Volume" has a classic Dre beat, and Busta Rhymes is flowing nicely, with solid lyrics. P. Diddy raps in "Pass The Courvoisier", and its solid, but not one of my favourites. Busta Rhymes and P. Diddy do make solid transitions, going back in forth with lyrics. "Break Ya Neck" is classic Busta, showing off his rhyming speed and also containing a great beat. "Bounce(Let Me See Ya Throw It)" is probably my second favourite song, with an awesome Dr. Dre beat, and a very catchy chorus. However "Holla", is in my opinion Busta's best song. The beat is amazing, and Rhymes is flowing with great lyrics throughout the track. "Wife In Law" has Jaheim singing hooks as the guest, and also has some of Busta Rhymes' most profane lyrics on the album. "Ass On Your Shoulders" is one of my least favourites. "Make It Hurt" makes up for that blunder, and then "What It Is" is a classic Neptune beat, and has an awesome chorus. "You Ain't F-ckin Wit Me" has an amazing beat, and Busta has pretty solid lyrics to go with it. The Flipmode squad stars on the next track "Match The Name With The Voice", and it's a great collaboration. "Bad Dreams" closes "Genesis" strongly, with Busta flowing well off the beat.

Overall, this is in my opinion one of Busta's best, with sensational production and great deliveries from Rhymes, which are consistent throughout the album. Highly recommended to any Busta Rhymes fan.

I can't understand it. It seems that everytime Busta Rhymes comes out with something new, I have some wild instinct to listen to it until my ears hurt. And GENESIS is no different. Busta Remo rips EVERY track (that's #'s 1-20 everyone) - it's as if he doesn't know how to disappoint. He is apart of that elite few emcees who can talk about ANYTHING and make it work - from wifey-in-laws to beef with the devil himself. Matter of factly, "Bad Dreams" is one of the standout tracks on this album. Busta proves that his worldplay is second to none as he graphically describes a battle with Satan in dreamland - or so he thinks... He even calls on the Flipmode Squad to blaze "Match The Name With The Voice". And as usual, the intro/interludes on the album will leave you with sore abdominal muscles as the laughs stack up one on top of the other... If you claim you don't "like" Busta Rhymes, buy this album and I guarantee you'll be back in the store to grab his previous albums - as well as Flipmode's, Rampage's, and Rah Digga's albums... Try it. Try Busta. Love Busta. I know I do.

Busta Rhymes' fourth solo album, "Genesis," is in a way a combination of the style's he used on his previous three albums. The only problem that I had with the album is that Busta does not play to his strengths enough. He had an exceptional talent for rhyming extremely fast and yet still crisp. However, basically the only track that has a fast rhyming Busta is the first single released, "Break Ya Neck." A track like this just teases the listener and makes us want more of his frantic yet controlled style of rapping.

What "Genesis" does supply is a wide range of unique beats that probably have Swizz Eats (...) his drawers. The Neptunes, who appear to be the fad right now, make a guest appearance on "As I Come Back," a standout track. Dr. Dre has his hand in a couple songs, and as long as Dre is making beats and not rapping on them, things are alright. As guest appearances go, surprisingly the Flipmode Squad entity is respectable, with Busta and Rah Pigga trading back verses in "Better Stay Up In Your House," a solid track. "Match the Name With the Voice," which features the entire crew is one of the better songs on the album as well. Shockingly, even P. Diddy saves face with his verses on "Pass the Courvosier."

A problem with this album is that every song is basically shallow, and doesn't contain much meaning. Granted, I don't expect Busta to be coming up with ways to save the ozone layer, or invent a way to keep those rodents out of Richard Gere's poopy pipe, but he could at least tell some more stories instead of dropping the continues "Bounce my [expletives]" theme. The album is pretty good, and if a new rapper would have given out this product, then it would get a lot of love. However, because Busta is an aged, mature rapper, we expect more out of him. I think all Busta Rhymes fans really wish that he would get back to that Leaders of the New School stuff, when he was just classic and original; but thats just the way it goes. Rappers evolve, get rich, and can't rhyme about being poor and rapping on street corners anymore. As album's go, I will listen to this for a few weeks and then just drop it in my rotation, but its not something that I will listen to every day when I wake up. If you are a Busta Rhymes fan, then you will be satisfied with this because it does have great beats and polished rapping; but it is definitely not his best work. Late®

With the release of his new album "Genesis" Busta Rhymes bring nothin' but the heat. Undoubtedly this is one of the best albums he has ever put together. With songs like the Dre produced "Break Ya Neck" and the Neptunes produced. "As I Come Back" you will have your head bobbin' like you've never done before. When you listen to "There's Only One" featuring Mary J. Blige you will want to request it the next time you go clubbin'. This is a definite buy to add to your CD collection. Belive me you will not be disappointed.

This cd has everything you'll ever need in a rap cd.. Busta spits some fast lyrics on this one.. well he probably does in all of them but I think its a dope cd. With the help of the Neptunes Busta came out with some good songs. The only thing I dont like about this cd is that Pass the Corvosier remix with Pharrell isnt on here. The remix is better than the original. .. alright that's all, thank you.

Busta Rhymes is one the most lyrical and creative Mc's in hip-hop. Always with the tightest beats and flows. He always brings something new and the concept for all his albusm is always on point even though they might not always be that good. Overall most of his albums are always tight and on point. This new one is no different bringing us back to the begining of things with "Genesis". This is mostly becasue he moved to the new record label "J records". This album I think is a combination of all the things he has done in the past up until now with some definite new flavor in store as well. His last one "Anarchy" fell off on the beats but had the lyrics, but on this one its the complete opposite. Only a few songs show busta's true lyrical potential but overall it came out a lot better than "anarchy". As always he brought the skits to make you fall out laughing even though they have nothing to do with the album..(but just funny to hear). The funniest one is the "Ms Cleo" skit...it will have you cracking up. Now for the tracks, whats good?: "As I come back", "Genesis", "betta stay in your house", "Pass the Courvoisier", "break ya neck", "Theres only one(with mary...tight!)", "Make it hurt"(tight new flavor), and "Match the name with the voice" (w/ Flipmode squad). Overall busta brought something new. Its better than the last but if his lyrics had more depth to it I would have given it a 5. Other than that this is a good one to add to the collection for all the busta fans(a must). A definite car banger. Non-fans might want to give this a try too. Dont sleep on this...get it!

There was once a time when I would check for this guy...

Over ten years ago, Busta Rhymes, and his counterpatriots Charlie Brown and Dinco D, were collectively known as the almighty LEADERS OF THE NEW SCHOOL. They released the timeless classic, FUTURE WITHOUT A PAST, one of the last truly fun hip-hop records ever made. The gruf-voiced Busta, the Chuck-D-on-a-sugarhigh flow of Charlie, and Dinco the 'everyman' of the crew, were the pinacle of MC interaction. Add this to the offbeat feel of the album and the lighthearted subject matter (most of the album was about a bunch of guys acting up in school while putting up with scrubby teachers!), and you have yourself a definitive Hip-Hop Classic.

Unfortuneatly, an album of this type would never be made again.

Fast-forward 4 years later, the group would be in disarray, with ego's flaring up like hemerroids. As Busta's popularity was on the rise, he tried his best to tower over the other members, with terrible results. More and more, people would rewind whenever Busta was on, not because he was doper than the others, but because THEY DIDN'T KNOW WHAT IN THE WORLD HE WAS SAYING!!! He garbled his vocals in a unintelligable, marble-mouthed manner that would leave Ma$e and Cappadonna scratching their heads in confusion. Add this to the most mediocre of beatwork as a backdrop, and you end up with the complete mess called T.I.M.E.-The Inner Mind's Eye. Unsuprizingly, they went their separate ways afterwards.

One day, some exec at Elektra saw one of Busta's old performances and granted him a solo contract for the label. Promptly, he released the gem, THE COMING, which spawned the hit, "Gotcha All in Check". Whereas most solo careers start off good and then sputter and die, Busta's solo career was an unparelleled success. Then he went and made albums every year, starting with WHEN DISASTER STRIKES, and a problem arose...

...COMPLACENCY.

It became evident that Busta was pretty much putting out the same exact album every single year. The vast majoity of tracks had Busta 'bounce-bounce-bouncing' over energetic beats, most of which by Nottz whose beats, while dope, rarely differenciated themselves from each other. To make matters worse, he did everything he possibly could to keep himself in the public eye. Doing songs for everyone's soundtrack and compilation record. Making guest spots on everyone's CD. Pushing his own FLIP MODE crew down our throats. Doing movie walk-ons and soft-drink commercials. You name it, he's there. There was NO escape. All this under the guise of "Taking it to the next level" while creatively staying the same level all the way through.

Now he's bounced his way to his fifth CD, THE GENESIS, under a new label, J Records. Unfortunately, it was "new year, new label, new CD name, new beats, SAME CRAP!" Despite the efforts of the producers to bring it up a notch, Busta was still in BOUNCE mode. Dre sent in some throwaway beats ("Truck Music") for Busta to BOUNCE to. Pete Rock sent in the instrumental to his P.E. "Shut 'em Down" remix for Busta to BOUNCE to. Jay Dee abandoned the hand-claps for a PATCHWORK sound ("Make It Hurt" and "Genesis") for Busta to BOUNCE to. The Neptunes sent in the same beats they send EVERYBODY, so Busta could BOUNCE to that too. Nottz sends in his usual stuff for Busta to BOUNCE to. You notice a pattern? While Busta is still a charismatic MC, he is creatively BANKRUPT (Pun intended)!!!

It's another year. Will Busta use the opportunity to BOUNCE around and make another CD like the last 5, or will he realize just how much of an uncreative media prostitute he has become? If Busta doesn't wise up, let's all hope and pray that Charlie Brown & Dinco D quit their day jobs, and dust off their mics just in time to catch Busta when he falls.

Busta came out swinging in this album. my buddy pulled this cd out today and i thought, i just need to listen to it again. the uptempo bangers are awesome. a great album to check out
rating A-