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Mexican Power

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Being of Mexican descent myself, I find this album to be very revolutionary. Before Proper Dos, (with the exception of Lighter Shade of Brown) Latinos were missing in Hip-Hop music; But it was time for a change and time for Latinos to find their voice in Hop-Hop cuz rap needed a strong Mexican-American persona that Latinos could identify with. Frank V and Proper Dos exemplified that image. Since L.A. is predominantly Hispanic, it only makes sense that L.A. should have a thriving Hispanic Hip-Hop culture and Proper Dos were at the forefront of that movement. Which is why their music and especially this CD are very integral to the growth of Mexican-Rap. Proper Dos were like the Latino counterparts of groundbreaking west coast groups such as N.W.A., Frank V even has the tough vocal timbre that Ice Cube possesses. The Best Cuts on this CD are "M.F.M","Mexican Power","Uno Ochenta y Siete","Life Of a Gangster","First Day Of School" & "Hard Time" which are ferocious tracks that breath fire on the twisted L.A.P.D. system and enlightens listeners about police brutality,discrimination, and racial tension in L.A. Overall, it's just a bangin' album and it's definately earned its place in Hip-Hop history as one of the greatest albums ever in my opinion. It's a must that you purchase this tight CD soon!

Your not Mexican if you dont have this CD or any other of Proper Dos CDs! Even if you already have Lil Rob! Its all about Proper Dos the godfather of Mexican Rap! If you are into old school you will love this CD!!! Great lyrics and beats and a great message to Mexicans! You need to get it! -Juan Sandoval

proper doc is the bomb!! i got all your c.d's hope to see another out in stores real soon!!!

I really enjoy your albums. I think you all need to come to one of the car shows in Odessa, Tx so everyone can see what's up.

Ernie G provide the dope beats while Frank V provide those dope lyrics. He is one of my favorite chicano rappers. Kickin' facts on how it is in the barrio and life of a mexican thru these ruff LA streets. Not talking on how it is to be a rapper or being an MC, these are real OG's. Some of my favorite tracks on this album are "MFM" in which he talks about how it is 2 be a mexican and how we should unite, "Mexican Power" where he talks about being brown proud and being down 4 la raza, never ashamed. And "One Summer Night" where its a cruize with the homeboys.... Stay real Proper Dos, dont sell out. You 2 vatos are dope and keep staying that way!

The cd's great came in just in time no scratches of any knid nothing more or less.

Being of Mexican descent myself, I find this album to be very revolutionary. Before Proper Dos, (with the exception of Lighter Shade of Brown) Latinos were missing in Hip-Hop music; But it was time for a change and time for Latinos to find their voice in Hop-Hop cuz rap needed a strong Mexican-American persona that Latinos could identify with. Frank V and Proper Dos exemplified that image. Since L.A. is predominantly Hispanic, it only makes sense that L.A. should have a thriving Hispanic Hip-Hop culture and Proper Dos were at the forefront of that movement. Which is why their music and especially this CD are very integral to the growth of Mexican-Rap. Proper Dos were like the Latino counterparts of groundbreaking west coast groups such as N.W.A., Frank V even has the tough vocal timbre that Ice Cube possesses. The Best Cuts on this CD are "M.F.M","Mexican Power","Uno Ochenta y Siete","Life Of a Gangster", and "Hard Time" which are ferocious tracks that breath fire on the twisted L.A.P.D. system and enlightens listeners about police brutality,discrimation, and racial tension in L.A. Overall, it's just a bangin' album and it's definately earned its place in Hop-Hop history as one of the greatest albums ever in my opinion. It's a must that you purchase this tight CD soon!

Myself being of Mexican descent, I found this album to be [weak]. Political messages in rap went out about 13 years ago. Lyrics are pretty weak, though the production is ok. But having listened to rap for 20 years now, lyrics are what matter to me. If you take this rap out of its L.A. context, there isnt much value left in this. No one outside of the Southwest would buy this...