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Truest #### I Ever Said

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This may not be another classic following in the footsteps of his 1998 debut "Life or Death," and it may not be as musically creative and experimental as "Trapped In Crime," and "CP3.COM," but one thing is certain; this really is the truest **** that C-Murder ever said.

Fans of No Limit's glory days will be more than pleased with C's latest. For his latest, C brought back KLC and Carlos Stephens, both formerly of Beats by the Pound; the sound behind No Limit's huge success in the mid to late 90's. C-Murder's record also features production from his own Deadly Soundz team of Bass Heavy and XL, Dani Kartel (the beat-maker behind Juvenile and Soulja Slim's "Slow Motion), former No Limit soldier Fiend and newcomer X-Filez.

What's also surprising here is that we see a No Limit soldiers reunion of sorts. On "Holla @ Me" C is joined by the late rapper, and former No Limit artist, Soulja Slim. On "Betta Watch Me," C is reunited with a pair of former soldiers in Fiend and Popeye. On "Camoflauge & Murder," C enlists the help of Mac, long time No Limit favorite who's also locked up, and Currensy, formerly of the New No Limit who came up into rap with C-Murder and C's label TRU Records. On "Mama How You Figure," C is joined by Ms. Peaches, former No Limit R&B singer, to sing the hook and the track is even produced by Carlos Stephens of the old Beats by the Pound. KLC, the most popular producer out of the Beats by the Pound team contributes the track "My Life."

Production is top notch, grimey sounding southern hip hop. Lyrically, C's not as strong as he usually is here, but considering he's spent much of the last four years of his life in prison, and even that he recorded the record with a mini sound recording device, it's no surprise.

Despite obviously being held back by the limitations of being behind prison walls and not having the benefit of recording inside a real recording studio, C-Murder puts his blood, sweat, and tears into this one. His voice is slower than usual. He's more insightful than ever, and the coldness of prison life has certainly rubbed off on his vocals. It gives the record a chilling feel that just can't be denied.

Perhaps nothing rings truer than what C says on "Mama How You Figure." "You could stick a needle in my arm and life still goes on..."

Corey Miller aka "C-Murder" is currently serving a life sentence for the murder of a teenager at a nightclub. The rapper/inmate also recently changed his stage name from C-Murder to C-Miller because he feels the justice system has discriminated against him based upon his stage name. Despite being in jail and battling in the courts, C-Murder has managed to release his newest album, "The Truest $#!@ I Ever Said". He would eventually get in trouble for releasing it due to several complications involving the Warden at Jefferson Parish Correctional Facility. The video released for "Y'all Heard Of Me" features clips of footage from inside the prison and allegedly the camera was snuck in and filmed without the permission of the Warden. As C-Murder states in his album several times, he "brought the gangsta rap, forget the hip-hop". And he has reason to back those words up. The eerie beats and scratchy voice of C-Murder in prison add to the experience of the album. It makes you feel for him, as if you are in the prison with him. In the album C-Murder trys to bring the streets of New Orleans and prison life to light. Most of the lyrics are based on experiences from either prison or the experiences of the New Orleans streets coming from incidents C-Murder witnessed during his life (growing up, etc.) Many will argue that the album is "poorly pasted together" due to the fact it is made from previously recorded songs, lyrics, and over a voice recorder in a prison. It is possible to notice the scratchy voice of C-Murder but instead of bring down the album it seems to add quality to the album by helping to paint a picture of prison life. The album has a good supporting cast as well. Adding to the eerie vibe the album brings is the voice of the late Soulja Slim. He is featured in the song "Holla at Me". Also on the album is famous southern rapper B.G., who is featured in the song "Y'all Heard Of Me". Akon is also featured in C-Murder's remix to the popular song "Locked Up". Mac Curren$y, Bass Heavy, Morgan Freeman, and other notable artists are featured on the album. If you are familiar with previous C-Murder songs and you enjoy the lyrics you will be happy to know that his style hasn't changed and the lyrics won't dissappoint you. It deserves 5 out of 5 stars, and I highly recommend it if your into the genre C-Murder falls under. If your looking for "gangsta rap" told straight from the streets along with the touch of Southern rap C-Murder's "The Truest $#!@ I Ever Said" is a great choice.

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Quite frankly, some of these songs simply give me the chills, because when you hear this guy rap, you know beyond a doubt that what you are hearing is absolutely and utterly the disclosed, unmasked, "real" truth.

This is a sure southern classic and will stand as C-Murder's most conscientious and provocative album yet. Absent of either of his brothers, C-Murder hand-picked some of the most "gutta" New Orleans rapper--at least two of whom are either dead or incarcerated (MAC and soulja slim).

Fiend appears, as well as an unstoppable group of producers. I imagine myself jamming to "Ya'll heard of me" when I am 50--B.G., C-Murder, and KLC may never make another song together again, leaving this a one-of-a-kind grab.

Incarcerated rapper C-Murder's latest album is "The Truest $#!@ I Ever Said" (2005). The album opens with news clips talking about C-Murder's case and sentence, C-Murder follows it up with the grimy "My Life", while "Stressin" has C talking about backstabbers. Styles P and Nas have done versions of "Locked Up" with Akon, but C-Murder's is on point as that is what his situation really is. Soulja Slim (R.I.P.) is resurrected for "Holla At Me". One of the albums most heartfelt tracks has C-Murder collaborating with Bass Heavy for "Did U Hold It Down" in a ballad for a special lady. The albums first real banger for me is "Camouflage & Murder", C-Murder and Mac Currency shine on this one. C-Murder then follows it up with my favorite track on this release "Started Small Time". The album closes with another deep track in "Mama How You Figure". Life is a long time; I think this album is a testament of how much strength C-Murder has to keep repping what he knows. There are some forgettable tracks on this one, due to lack of content and production, there are also a number of standouts though that make "The Truest $#!@ I Ever Said" an album worth checking out, and a must have for No Limit fans.

any one thats a c murder fan should get this album the songs are tight you'll play them all day this is one of the best album he came out with the only thing a bout this album is that he made it in jail and knowing c murder if he wasn't in jail he would made this album better and for y'all haters stop hating and get this album i can't wait til he get out of jail so he can made better albums

Despite the popularity of No Limit records back in the day, C-Murder is unique in that he has always avoided the spotlight. Strange, considering his album sales were somewhat strong, though not quite on the same level as P or Silkk. C is also unique in that his music has always been consistent. Never known for making boy-girl collabo's, C-Murder sticks to his formula on Truest.... The first single, "Y'all heard" which features fellow NO rapper BG is a nice song where members from opposing camps(BG was once with Cash Money) hook up with a chemistry not often found.
Granted, the album isn't quite on the same level as the classic Life Or Death album, C makes a strong showing especially on tracks like "My Life" and "Holla at me" featuring the late Soulja Slim. The only complaint here is that C's voice sounds somewhat lazy. But considering that the man has spent the last 3 years in jail, I can understand this. Ironically, this doesn't hinder the album, but rather helps it, giving the album a really scary feel that is missing from most NL albums nowadays.
In summary, this is one of C's better albums and a remarkable statement from a rapper often overlooked.

This is the only cd I've ever heard by C, but I have to admit this cd is making searching on eBay for other c-murder cds. This cd has a nice little intro to it. The skits are alright but could have been left off the album. "My Life" is a nice good track. "Stressin" has gotta be my favorite track off this album. On "Won't Let Me Out" he samples the track "Locked Up" from Akon's cd 'Trouble' its a good track, its kinda like a mixtape type track. All the tracks on this album are good. The track with B.G. "Y'all Heard Of Me" is a really good song the only track off this album that i've heard on the radio. Let's just say this cd ain't for radio play. The track that features soulja slim is good as well.

this cd in about 5 years will be considered a classic in my eyes.

be sure to look out for my review of Beanie Sigel's new cd 'The B. Coming'

This album is DEFINITELY worth every cent you pay for this album. It's a good buy.

Hopefully this review helps you out a bit when you're deciding whether or not to buy this cd.

C-Murder tears up the beats on this cd. It is like a flashback to life or death or bossaline it is a definite improvement on his last two CDs. My Life Is one of the best songs he has ever released.

From the Intro to the Outro every word spit by C is true. This cd by a classic southern bounce artist is one of the best I've heard. The fact that he recorded it in jail makes it ten times more amazing. You can almost hear the cement walls in Jefferson Parish echo with Miller's words. This cd bleeds gold with New Orleans greats such as B. Gizzle and the late Soulja Slim (RIP)not to mention Mac, Curren$y and Akon. The truest "gangster rap" I ever heard.

Keep the hope alive. Free C-Miller.

Intro - 10: I love the intro, the collection of clips is an eerie testimony of skeptical case in which Miller is mixed up in.
My Life - 10: Straight up.
Skit - 9: Classic clip.
Stressin - 10: Reminds me of a day in New Orleans observing the ins and outs of the corrupt city and the troubles here.
Wont Let Me Out - 10: He's locked up, this song is perfect.
Hustlas Wife - 10: This song is sassy and real.
Holla @ Me - 10: Another simple but great track.
Skit - 10: They got some bad brothers in New Orleans.
Yall Heard Of Me - 10: B Gizzle and C rock hard on this track.
Betta Watch Me - 10: Solid.
Did U Hold It Down - 9: This is a equivilent of a love song.
I Heard U Was Lookin 4 Me - 10: Classic bounce.
Back Up - 9: A little slow.
Camouflage

C- Murder has always been a great artist. this latest CD will truly be remember. he has tight cuts on there with soulja slim, BG, MAC, CURRENCY AND POPEYE. FREE C-MURDER, IF YOU AINT GOT IT, THEN GET IT