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Title: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: Will Easley on March 22, 2013, 12:21:23 AM
So the story goes like this: Former Pal falls from greatness, makes a few niggas catch feelings, and now all of the sudden they wanna be music critics & act as if my life's work is pointless. Honestly, I really dont see how I could even be considered unskilled/talented when it comes to this rap shit after all the work I put in. Like real talk I seriously just cant see it. Even if you DIDN'T like rap I'd think the skill is still obvious. From a technical standpoint I can do shit like string together 8 bar, 3-4 syllable rhymes, my choice of production is as good as anyones given my resources, my subject matter is easily relatable & my flow is always on point. If anything my delivery used to be bogish but after serving something like an apprenticeship even that has become a strength. I seriously just dont get why a handful of yall insist on sippin the hateraid other than the fact you cant stand to see me clown you. So, if yall wanna prove once & for all that I'm as delusional as you claim, now's your chance. None of these half-assed answers either cuz that proves nothing. If you can genuinely convince me that I'm not as good as I think I am I'll focus my account & stop posting. That's my word. Here's what I'm a bring to the table:


Popular (Prod. By Kanye West / Jamison Bethea) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fCx4hANpXsM#ws)
Watch This (Prod. By Bravestarr) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VaY5HBAeJPM#ws)
All Night (Prod. By Cardo) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qTcbrvl2tmQ#ws)
Don't Stop (Prod. By V.Smoove) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JRh-UdyrbyQ#)
Let The Beat Build (2010) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zcTvAhKQ44E#ws)
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me. Convince me that my music is trash
Post by: ChronicBluntSlider on March 22, 2013, 12:32:19 AM
I like your posts and don't really like rap so I guess I'm not who you're looking for, but I think it sounds good, my criticism would be the lyrics are so self-centered. I like lyrics with more of a social conscious. And I think sometimes thats when entertainment becomes art.
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me. Convince me that my music is trash
Post by: Hercules Rockefeller on March 22, 2013, 01:02:35 AM
i am white and what is this.
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: landCow on March 22, 2013, 01:14:29 AM
my criticism is that its rap.


seriously though, any and all rap is completely lost on me. If you played some indie wuss rock then maybe but otherwise I am really not your audience.
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: MuchasGracias on March 22, 2013, 01:26:38 AM
Will, you got some dope beats though.
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: smokecrack on March 22, 2013, 01:42:57 AM
my man, straight up, you are not offering anything new to rap music at all. you are the definition of mediocrity; you follow what everyone else is doing in hip-hop. you are not helping the genre progress. yes, you can rap. yes, you can pick decent beats. and then what? do you whole-heartedly think that you are contributing anything new to a genre that has existed since the late 70s?

i'm 26 fuckin years old. i'm not gonna act like i know everything when it comes to music, let alone rap music, but i know when i see brilliance. you are not bringing it. stop trying to act like your raps are anything more than just a carbon-copy of what you hear on the radio or see on the blogs. there just isn't much to separate you from the pack of hundreds of other rappers trying to make it.

approach the game from a different angle. if you can't provide me with something i've never heard before, then just fall back and call it a day.

do you honestly think you have an original sound? do you think people would gravitate towards that sound?

if you do, then explain to me why you aren't succeeding off that sound currently.

(and you know i'm not 'hating' on you. just tired of seeing all the emotional, self-focused rants.)
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: wallieD on March 22, 2013, 01:44:41 AM
i listened to the last one. it was good, not bad not great (you rhymed nigga with nigga 4 times in a row). i hate the cocky attitude most rappers have but whatever..it didn't suck
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: Will Easley on March 22, 2013, 02:17:58 AM
my man, straight up, you are not offering anything new to rap music at all. you are the definition of mediocrity; you follow what everyone else is doing in hip-hop. you are not helping the genre progress. yes, you can rap. yes, you can pick decent beats. and then what? do you whole-heartedly think that you are contributing anything new to a genre that has existed since the late 70s?

i'm 26 fuckin years old. i'm not gonna act like i know everything when it comes to music, let alone rap music, but i know when i see brilliance. you are not bringing it. stop trying to act like your raps are anything more than just a carbon-copy of what you hear on the radio or see on the blogs. there just isn't much to separate you from the pack of hundreds of other rappers trying to make it.

approach the game from a different angle. if you can't provide me with something i've never heard before, then just fall back and call it a day.

do you honestly think you have an original sound? do you think people would gravitate towards that sound?

if you do, then explain to me why you aren't succeeding off that sound currently.

(and you know i'm not 'hating' on you. just tired of seeing all the emotional, self-focused rants.)


Fair enough, but who's to say I'm not succeeding? I've been in contact with a&r's who fuck with me, I'm fairly known on a local level, & I've had the occasional randoms on the Internet literally telling me I have classics. So yeah, people DO seem to gravitate towards my sound. Remember that im 19 with a matching audience. If your referring to things like view counts or whatever it's because I haven't been actively promoting anything until I drop my mixtape, which is being recorded & mastered in a professional studio. All these songs are basically rough drafts so I ain't even tryna push em like that because it isn't the final product. If I had to make a comparison as to what I'm doing right now a nigga like Goku in the hyperbolic time chamber just mastering my craft, playing it lowkey until its go time. As for "following" what everyone else is doing, I rap about shit that relates to me & make songs that me & my friends vibe to. Am I a carbon copy of wiz khalifa because I made a weed song, even tho the song is something based off my own experiences? Plus all the best shit isnt even released yet so my depth as an artist cant be totally measured until William's World is actually released. Anyways, I'm not even being emotional or self-centered. Just collecting valuable feedback in order to make a great project even better. I'm taking notes in here
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: Strike A Pose on March 22, 2013, 02:21:32 AM
And Will Easley suffers yet ANOTHER mental BREAKDOWN!!1


GHAHAHHAHAHAHAHA!

Fuckboy!!!

Taking opinions from complete strangers SO PERSONAL!

Who cares???


Getcha SWAGG UP!
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: Will Easley on March 22, 2013, 02:40:19 AM
And Will Easley suffers yet ANOTHER mental BREAKDOWN!!1


GHAHAHHAHAHAHAHA!

Fuckboy!!!

Taking opinions from complete strangers SO PERSONAL!

Who cares???


Getcha SWAGG UP!

Explain to me how I'm taking anything personal? I've started a discussion & am collecting feedback from it. I know you've been itching for your chance to "get me" or whatever but this really aint the time, so unless you got something to say about the actual topic at hand you might as well take you & your corner store Timbs somewhere else. Nigga all my case ever since I made fun of his wallpaper n shit lol
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me. Convince me that my music is trash
Post by: the snake on March 22, 2013, 02:58:23 AM
I like your posts and don't really like rap so I guess I'm not who you're looking for, but I think it sounds good, my criticism would be the lyrics are so self-centered. I like lyrics with more of a social conscious. And I think sometimes thats when entertainment becomes art.
exactly what i think
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: Steyv Seynystyr hyhy on March 22, 2013, 03:03:08 AM
So i listened to these tunes you posted, and yeah i agree that you can rap.
But i have to agree with smokecrack, why should i listen to you?
Your bars are mediocre and your flow sounds the same as everyone else.

I have already heard people absolutely murder some of the beats you are rapping on. kill "let the beat build".
So if you are not bringing anything new to hip-hop whetever it's the style of beats, flow or lyrical skill:

9th Wonder & Buckshot "Stop Rapping" (Audio) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h3JMa8RoXq4#ws)
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: friendly dave on March 22, 2013, 03:10:14 AM
Can Vov or C-Hanz please step in here?
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: Will Easley on March 22, 2013, 03:18:40 AM
So i listened to these tunes you posted, and yeah i agree that you can rap.
But i have to agree with smokecrack, why should i listen to you?
Your bars are mediocre and your flow sounds the same as everyone else.

I have already heard people absolutely murder some of the beats you are rapping on.  
So if you are not bringing anything new to hip-hop whetever it's the style of beats, flow or lyrical skill:

9th Wonder & Buckshot "Stop Rapping" (Audio) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h3JMa8RoXq4#ws)


other than let the beat build, all of those song are originals, so how could you have heard someone else "murder" them?
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: Steyv Seynystyr hyhy on March 22, 2013, 03:23:29 AM
oh im sorry thats the one i was thinking of tho.
guess the other ones sounded like other generic rap i heard..
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: Bloody Matt on March 22, 2013, 05:54:17 AM
So the story goes like this: Former Pal falls from greatness, makes a few niggas catch feelings, and now all of the sudden they wanna be music critics & act as if my life's work is pointless. Honestly, I really dont see how I could even be considered unskilled/talented when it comes to this rap shit after all the work I put in. Like real talk I seriously just cant see it. Even if you DIDN'T like rap I'd think the skill is still obvious. From a technical standpoint I can do shit like string together 8 bar, 3-4 syllable rhymes, my choice of production is as good as anyones given my resources, my subject matter is easily relatable & my flow is always on point. If anything my delivery used to be bogish but after serving something like an apprenticeship even that has become a strength. I seriously just dont get why a handful of yall insist on sippin the hateraid other than the fact you cant stand to see me clown you. So, if yall wanna prove once & for all that I'm as delusional as you claim, now's your chance. None of these half-assed answers either cuz that proves nothing. If you can genuinely convince me that I'm not as good as I think I am I'll focus my account & stop posting. That's my word.

Who has ever cared about technical art, especially in regards to music? Style and originality (and maybe even having something to say) are far more important. I listened to about 10 seconds of your youtube with the image of the naked woman and just heard some generic rapping over a generic hip hop beat. Sorry.

Aside from that I think you have some alright opinions on skateboarding so maybe you could still post but not use SLAP to promote your music?
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: KOOL MIKE on March 22, 2013, 07:06:59 AM
thats the shit i hear on the radio, i don't fuck with that shit. but thats me i guess i'm not into that style of hip hop, but thats unfortunately the style that sells these days, and for some strange reason only bitch emcees fuck with it. sorry to be harsh, but i just don't understand how people can listen to hip hop of yesteryear than still bring this shit out, ya know what im sayin, its like the where was so much progression than this big step backwards was taken. but don't get me wrong i know the real shit is still out there and people are still doing there thing, its just more underground these days.
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: BRIX SKWIKZ on March 22, 2013, 07:20:04 AM
TELL US HOW YOU CAN RAP BETTER THAN THESE KIDS SIR ;D
Kris Kross - Jump (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=010KyIQjkTk#)
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: twitchflip on March 22, 2013, 09:10:07 AM
i'm digging the fact that you're working hard to achieve the goals that you've set for yourself. not too many people seem to be able to throw themselves out there like you have. I can certainly respect that.
my only question is this; what's with the arrogance?
I find Kanye West style egos to be among the most off-putting traits in a person.
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: paraquat on March 22, 2013, 09:17:50 AM
I don't mind your posts. I don't hate your raps.

BUT, as a life long fan of rap, hip hop, and the like, I will say your stuff does not sound unique. Therefore, I wouldn't buy it. But keep doing your thing, because it's about getting personal fulfillment and satisfaction. Your music has everything to do with you, not me, us or them. stay up.
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: dillanharp on March 22, 2013, 09:22:43 AM
I tend to agree with you a lot. It's just not my taste in rap.
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: Will Easley on March 22, 2013, 09:34:59 AM
i'm digging the fact that you're working hard to achieve the goals that you've set for yourself. not too many people seem to be able to throw themselves out there like you have. I can certainly respect that.
my only question is this; what's with the arrogance?
I find Kanye West style egos to be among the most off-putting traits in a person.


Rappers in general are so cocky due to the competitive nature of the art from. Everybody feels like they're one of the best. The bravado is just a part of the game really, but obviously some do it more than others.

As far as my typical arrogance on SLAP, I'm usually just kidding. I don't mind being the butt of my own jokes just because seeing people's over reactions to it is hilarious. Despite its overall ridiculousness, compared to other forums SLAP posters are much more sensitive to things like that, so I take advantage. Compared to sites like hotnewhiphop.com I'm a relatively conservative poster. That shit over there is like the NBA for rap trolls. I'm d-league'n it over here.


Anyways thanks everyone for the words of encouragement and/or critism. I appreciate any & all feedback.
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me. Convince me that my music is trash
Post by: GAY on March 22, 2013, 09:52:39 AM
i am white and what is this.

i am white and gay and what is this.
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: Mouth on March 22, 2013, 10:11:57 AM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tKKxPtP6XjQ
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: McDuff on March 22, 2013, 10:12:22 AM
i'm digging the fact that you're working hard to achieve the goals that you've set for yourself. not too many people seem to be able to throw themselves out there like you have. I can certainly respect that.
my only question is this; what's with the arrogance?
I find Kanye West style egos to be among the most off-putting traits in a person.

Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me. Convince me that my music is trash
Post by: Random Matt on March 22, 2013, 10:46:03 AM
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i am white and what is this.
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i am white and gay and what is this.
I thought you were asian, not that it matters.

And I preferred Skated00d to Will Easley.
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: Beer Keg Peg Leg on March 22, 2013, 10:54:59 AM
my criticism of your raps is that they suck dick
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: ontheswarm on March 22, 2013, 11:16:55 AM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tKKxPtP6XjQ
hahahah just watched this shit the other day. 50 tyson is pretty funny too.

Keep it at it Will. Just remember to make the shit that attracts people and has them coming back for more.
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: Greg Ostertag on March 22, 2013, 11:21:24 AM

Your subject matter is generic. I recommend you find your own point of view. At 19 this can be a task, but I think if youre more honest with yourself and don't play to the public's taste, you might capture something original.

 I haven't got even a grain of passion or interest in rap music at this juncture in my life, but im fairly confident I could out rap you.
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: via on March 22, 2013, 11:37:25 AM
It's kind of akin to the little kid at the skatepark who kickflips everything, and then acts like he's the best skateboarder on the planet. He can't really do anything else, but he will gloat around the park like his kickflips are the best thing anyone has ever seen, and he should be getting picked up by Plan B and Nike any day now.

"Yeah, I'm really good. I don't know if you've seen my mediocre kickflips, but I rip."

You idolize Kanye West. Kanye West is a terrible rapper. He is an amazing producer, and has done a lot for people as far as making beats goes. But he wanted to be a star, and forced himself onto the scene. Jay-Z signed him without ever having any intention of releasing his album. He just wanted him to be his producer. He held Kanyes album for three years and finally put it out after Kanye threatened to leave and not make beats for him anymore. Even Jay-Z thinks Kanye west is a terrible rapper. Before you say "We'll hey hes rich and on the radio, he must be doing something right?.", keep in mind the rest of the terrible music that has made CEOs millions of dollars. Would you say the backstreet boys were talented, or made good music? No. Listen to Freddie Gibbs then listen to your music. Compare them.

Freddie Gibbs - Crushin' Feelin's (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mzH9e-Y963M#)

 He's a wordsmith, with flow, and solid production. He talks about how awesome he is, but in an intelligent way. Not just "I'm da best mayne, I did it.".
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: _aminal on March 22, 2013, 11:42:29 AM
not saying you don't have skills. but it's pretty generic.

finding your own way to talk the same shit niggas been talking about for ages is hard to do.

but yeah you gots some style my d00d

and to those who are put off by the arrogance

thats the point

you gotta be tellin cats how ill you and yr crew is... fuck man if you dont get it then you dont understand the culture of hip hop music and i recommend you watch style wars


Weathermen Freestyle (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QrOJihmfayA#)
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: chockfullofthat on March 22, 2013, 11:43:31 AM
There's nothing wrong with bragadocious rappers if they do it well, but if you don't you get to be made fun of twice as hard for not living up to your words.  What I'm trying to say is...you don't live up to your words.  It's bad.
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: foureyedjim on March 22, 2013, 12:01:52 PM
There's nothing wrong with bragadocious rappers if they do it well, but if you don't you get to be made fun of twice as hard for not living up to your words.  What I'm trying to say is...you don't live up to your words.  It's bad.

Agreed, rap about what you're about.
Even if it's not exactly grandeur, if it's passionate enough to where you're getting your feelings across, people might take an interest.

Listening to a lot of the amateur rap stuff around lately, I notice a lot of people just throwing around "big" words just for the sake of it.  Read a few books, actually learn some new words.  That always helps I think.  In general, try learning more things, things you might never actually apply to your life, but knowledge is always good because things from different realms can give you a fresh perspective. 

I hope you achieve the goals you set for yourself, or at the very least have a good experience from making music. 
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: enzone on March 22, 2013, 12:05:05 PM
pretty much what everyone's already stated.. you can definitely rap, but your subject matter is a carbon copy of the 3 or 4 kids from my town who are also trying to make it in rap.. i think using hard drugs would give you an edge and enable you to add some creativity and originality to your content
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: foureyedjim on March 22, 2013, 12:20:59 PM
pretty much what everyone's already stated.. you can definitely rap, but your subject matter is a carbon copy of the 3 or 4 kids from my town who are also trying to make it in rap.. i think using hard drugs would give you an edge and enable you to add some creativity and originality to your content

It really depends...I have a skate friend from way back is pretty unintelligent so when he got caught up with hallucinogens, the shit that came out of his mouth on a daily basis was just dumb.  You shoulda seen him try to rap, it was just embarrassing.
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: Will Easley on March 22, 2013, 12:35:04 PM
It's kind of akin to the little kid at the skatepark who kickflips everything, and then acts like he's the best skateboarder on the planet. He can't really do anything else, but he will gloat around the park like his kickflips are the best thing anyone has ever seen, and he should be getting picked up by Plan B and Nike any day now.

"Yeah, I'm really good. I don't know if you've seen my mediocre kickflips, but I rip."

You idolize Kanye West. Kanye West is a terrible rapper. He is an amazing producer, and has done a lot for people as far as making beats goes. But he wanted to be a star, and forced himself onto the scene. Jay-Z signed him without ever having any intention of releasing his album. He just wanted him to be his producer. He held Kanyes album for three years and finally put it out after Kanye threatened to leave and not make beats for him anymore. Even Jay-Z thinks Kanye west is a terrible rapper. Before you say "We'll hey hes rich and on the radio, he must be doing something right?.", keep in mind the rest of the terrible music that has made CEOs millions of dollars. Would you say the backstreet boys were talented, or made good music? No. Listen to Freddie Gibbs then listen to your music. Compare them.

Freddie Gibbs - Crushin' Feelin's (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mzH9e-Y963M#)

 He's a wordsmith, with flow, and solid production. He talks about how awesome he is, but in an intelligent way. Not just "I'm da best mayne, I did it.".

You really think I haven't heard of or listen to Freddie Gibbs? Lol, you clearly don't know me as well as you like to think you do.

As far as the Kanye shit, I wouldn't even bring up record sales or radio play. I'd rather talk about critical acclaim & overall influence. All 3 of his rap albums are widely regarded as classics & he pretty much paved the way for all the current backpack rappers who're some of biggest in the game right now. He was always a better producer than a rapper & while more recently his raps haven't been as good as they used to dude can still get on some lyrical shit when he wants to. This ain't even a valid argument. You're comparing me to someone who was also told they couldn't rap who still went on to become an icon. Shit they said Jay wasnt cut out for it either back when he was tryna get signed before starting rocafella. You're pretty much making yourself one of those same nonbelievers in my own story.

In life You gotta be confident & ambitious if you want to do anything great. If not then youll recieve the little that you expect. I ain't like these niggas on slap who say shit like "I can't watch myself skate on film cuz I hate my style" or "I've just learned to live with being socially awkward". Fuck all that shit. I may be crazy, but ima be so crazy that'll be persistent enough to do whatever hell I want. Some people won't allow themselves to do that & get what the truly want in life so they gon feel a certain way about it, but it's whatever.

But real talk you wanna know why I so strongly believe in myself when it comes to this rap shit? Lemme show the last text my mom sent me hours before she died in her sleep.

(http://photos-b.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/s720x720/318086_577612962266860_289412203_n.jpg?dl=1)

As far as I'm concerned, my success is destiny & it'd be impossible for me to be swayed otherwise. As for everyone tryna tell me to rap what I'm about, what makes you think that smoking weed, lusting woman, & just wildin out AREN'T things that I'm about in real life? Hell ive eveb been doing all of that on slap Since I started posting. Yall wanna hear serious life stories? Personal thoughts & commentary on society? Emotional content? Listen to the mixtape which is what I'm saving all those kinda tracks for. It's that simple.
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: _aminal on March 22, 2013, 12:42:22 PM
pretty much what everyone's already stated.. you can definitely rap, but your subject matter is a carbon copy of the 3 or 4 kids from my town who are also trying to make it in rap.. i think using hard drugs would give you an edge and enable you to add some creativity and originality to your content

hes right

start smoking PCP
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: Will Easley on March 22, 2013, 12:49:26 PM
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pretty much what everyone's already stated.. you can definitely rap, but your subject matter is a carbon copy of the 3 or 4 kids from my town who are also trying to make it in rap.. i think using hard drugs would give you an edge and enable you to add some creativity and originality to your content
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hes right

start smoking PCP

I have a song that I wrote in about 45 minutes (I think?) after taking like 6-7 hits of LSD. It's a total mindfuck definitely one the top 3 songs on the project.
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: ontheswarm on March 22, 2013, 12:57:23 PM
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pretty much what everyone's already stated.. you can definitely rap, but your subject matter is a carbon copy of the 3 or 4 kids from my town who are also trying to make it in rap.. i think using hard drugs would give you an edge and enable you to add some creativity and originality to your content
[close]

hes right

start smoking PCP
[close]

I have a song that I wrote in about 45 minutes (I think?) after taking like 6-7 hits of LSD. It's a total mindfuck definitely one the top 3 songs on the project.
Down to hear it man. When is the mixtape dropping?  My bad if you already said.
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: chockfullofthat on March 22, 2013, 12:59:04 PM
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pretty much what everyone's already stated.. you can definitely rap, but your subject matter is a carbon copy of the 3 or 4 kids from my town who are also trying to make it in rap.. i think using hard drugs would give you an edge and enable you to add some creativity and originality to your content
[close]

hes right

start smoking PCP

Times have changed man.  Cage raps to dubstep now.  Quit holding on to the past.
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: Will Easley on March 22, 2013, 01:08:15 PM
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pretty much what everyone's already stated.. you can definitely rap, but your subject matter is a carbon copy of the 3 or 4 kids from my town who are also trying to make it in rap.. i think using hard drugs would give you an edge and enable you to add some creativity and originality to your content
[close]

hes right

start smoking PCP
[close]

I have a song that I wrote in about 45 minutes (I think?) after taking like 6-7 hits of LSD. It's a total mindfuck definitely one the top 3 songs on the project.
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Down to hear it man. When is the mixtape dropping?  My bad if you already said.

Within a month or so. I only got a couple songs that I need to finish writing but the timeframe is mostly dependent on how frequently I can book my sessions at this professional studio downtown. I was doing all these songs ona homies lil home studio setup but nah I gotta pull out all the stops for Williams World so I'm throwin down that bread for a high quality sound.
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: _aminal on March 22, 2013, 01:20:51 PM
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pretty much what everyone's already stated.. you can definitely rap, but your subject matter is a carbon copy of the 3 or 4 kids from my town who are also trying to make it in rap.. i think using hard drugs would give you an edge and enable you to add some creativity and originality to your content
[close]

hes right

start smoking PCP
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Times have changed man.  Cage raps to dubstep now.  Quit holding on to the past.

I know! God, it's so terrible, even Yak raps to dumbstep. All the older hip hop heads seem to be all about this dubstep shit.. ugh

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pretty much what everyone's already stated.. you can definitely rap, but your subject matter is a carbon copy of the 3 or 4 kids from my town who are also trying to make it in rap.. i think using hard drugs would give you an edge and enable you to add some creativity and originality to your content
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hes right

start smoking PCP
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I have a song that I wrote in about 45 minutes (I think?) after taking like 6-7 hits of LSD. It's a total mindfuck definitely one the top 3 songs on the project.

that's pretty rad. bump this thread when you drop the mixtape though.
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: Thelonious P on March 22, 2013, 01:50:43 PM
As far as the Kanye shit, I wouldn't even bring up record sales or radio play. I'd rather talk about critical acclaim & overall influence. All 3 of his rap albums are widely regarded as classics & he pretty much paved the way for all the current backpack rappers who're some of biggest in the game right now. He was always a better producer than a rapper & while more recently his raps haven't been as good as they used to dude can still get on some lyrical shit when he wants to. This ain't even a valid argument. You're comparing me to someone who was also told they couldn't rap who still went on to become an icon. Shit they said Jay wasnt cut out for it either back when he was tryna get signed before starting rocafella. You're pretty much making yourself one of those same nonbelievers in my own story.
TRU

I back you man, your tracks sounding nice, will be copping Williams World on release homie
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: ice nine on March 22, 2013, 01:52:25 PM
i dont see where the confidence comes from, you havent done shit and no one knows who you are. deluding yourself does not equate to success. for every successful artist there are thousands who are barely surviving.you aren't a terrible rapper but theres no reason to listen to it when theres tons of dudes doing the same style and they are doing it a hell of a lot better. i also think pcp couldnt hurt, u need something to shake it up. maybe cut yur face up with a razor or something?
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: weedpop on March 22, 2013, 02:07:56 PM
The premise of this thread is a fallacy; no-one could ever convince you that you are anything less than one of the greatest humans of all time.
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: Strike A Pose on March 22, 2013, 02:24:42 PM
On a mothafuckin' skateboarding forum trying to convince a bunch of hipsters and suburban nerds that you are good at rapping.

Okay, we get it!

You got the game extra twisted from the jump. So concerned about the opinions of others while at the same time asking for criticism so that you can cater to them instead of continuing to do things the way that you want to.

Enjoy the music and keep it moving.

You said you were getting positive responses from people, so whats the hold up? If you are truly as gifted as you think you are then why the fuck can't you figure this shit out by yourself? Too basic!

+Your shit is weak. Oh wow, you can ride a beat with confidence. Join the damn club. It's not hard to rap and you aren't particularly talented on the micro by any means. Jocking Drake's flow and shit. Complete wackness. Get off that man's dick and create your own lane.


+ "please don't stop' hahahahah VIRGIN MUZIK!



Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: Rui Bravo on March 22, 2013, 02:27:12 PM
I listened to all of them, I usually listen to some tracks before saying if I like someone or not... first one was good, the rest in my honest opinion and lacking a better word, sucked.

You have potencial, you love what you do, have connections and you rap about your life, just maybe not in the best way... you shouldn't use a style of beats just because that style is on top of the charts right now, I mean most of the hip hop nowadays sucks because of the beats they all sound the same it's ruining hip hop I can't wrap my mind around the fact that Wu was on top of the charts and right now guys like Wiz and Lil' Wayne get all the hype, it sucks that they're defining this generation...

Bottom line is, be diferent. You can rap, just don't rap about how you have swag and about wanting to fuck dat shorty, try different styles of beats, change your whole style up, I mean when I look at your mixtape cover it's like looking at a grain of sand on a beach, instead of trying to blend in on the current rap game you should be doing your best to stand out of it and change it, develop your own flow. Just ask yourself, if you'd find yourself suddenly at the top wouldn't you be just like the rappers out there? That's what I think is wrong with your music, and this is coming not only from a rap listener but from someone who loves and listens to (pretty much) all kinds of music.
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: wallieD on March 22, 2013, 02:42:35 PM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3J_sYLvtKps
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Post by: GAY on March 22, 2013, 03:00:23 PM
Needs more bongos.
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Post by: bro-ing_ur_life_away on March 22, 2013, 03:02:35 PM
(http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-l0dZdvBgWYU/UUisH8n8u7I/AAAAAAAAAr4/i6LpyhOw3W8/s400/Monster_ThumbsAmmo+daisy+S.jpg)
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: Will Easley on March 22, 2013, 03:11:25 PM
On a mothafuckin' skateboarding forum trying to convince a bunch of hipsters and suburban nerds that you are good at rapping.

Okay, we get it!

You got the game extra twisted from the jump. So concerned about the opinions of others while at the same time asking for criticism so that you can cater to them instead of continuing to do things the way that you want to.

Enjoy the music and keep it moving.

You said you were getting positive responses from people, so whats the hold up? If you are truly as gifted as you think you are then why the fuck can't you figure this shit out by yourself? Too basic!

+Your shit is weak. Oh wow, you can ride a beat with confidence. Join the damn club. It's not hard to rap and you aren't particularly talented on the micro by any means. Jocking Drake's flow and shit. Complete wackness. Get off that man's dick and create your own lane.


+ "please don't stop' hahahahah VIRGIN MUZIK!





Feedback is always useful. I dont base everything I do off of it but its smart to see how others perceive your work just to get another perspective on things. Most artists bounce ideas or ask for feedback when they're in the studio regardless of their experience or talent level. SLAP is pretty diverse & given the fact that I'm even able to spark such a debate I might as well take advantage & see what yall think. Ive already gotten some valuable insight from this thread & its bringing out alot of different people with different opinions so im glad i made it.
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: Cadillac Ranch Dressing on March 22, 2013, 03:13:59 PM
potencial
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: A.J.K. on March 22, 2013, 03:43:33 PM
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i'm digging the fact that you're working hard to achieve the goals that you've set for yourself. not too many people seem to be able to throw themselves out there like you have. I can certainly respect that.
my only question is this; what's with the arrogance?
I find Kanye West style egos to be among the most off-putting traits in a person.

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Rappers in general are so cocky due to the competitive nature of the art from. Everybody feels like they're one of the best. The bravado is just a part of the game really, but obviously some do it more than others.
You just proved smokecracks original point.  You cannot act the exact same as others, then come on here and say no way i'm original.  A bit contradictory, no?

Also, you came to the boards and offered up some shit on your own initiative.  No one was begging you to post what you have so far, so don't try and write off criticism with 'you haven't heard my best, deepest shit yet', or that 'these are only rough drafts'.  Stand behind what you have right now, allow yourself to see and flaws, or don't post material.
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: Will Easley on March 22, 2013, 04:07:01 PM
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i'm digging the fact that you're working hard to achieve the goals that you've set for yourself. not too many people seem to be able to throw themselves out there like you have. I can certainly respect that.
my only question is this; what's with the arrogance?
I find Kanye West style egos to be among the most off-putting traits in a person.

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Rappers in general are so cocky due to the competitive nature of the art from. Everybody feels like they're one of the best. The bravado is just a part of the game really, but obviously some do it more than others.
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You just proved smokecracks original point.  You cannot act the exact same as others, then come on here and say no way i'm original.  A bit contradictory, no?

Also, you came to the boards and offered up some shit on your own initiative.  No one was begging you to post what you have so far, so don't try and write off criticism with 'you haven't heard my best, deepest shit yet', or that 'these are only rough drafts'.  Stand behind what you have right now, allow yourself to see and flaws, or don't post material.

Even outside of rap I'm a competitive person, which is probably why I've always been so drawn to it in the first place. theres no way I *couldnt* be that way.  So yeah, in that aspect Im like most rappers. Ive never liked a rapper that wasnt competitive so No I'd never fake a lack of confidence/competitive drive just so i can say im different.

As for the rest of your response, fair enough. Not to say that those statements arent true but you right if these songs are what im bringing to the thread then ima ride with em.
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: Dishonest John on March 22, 2013, 05:43:21 PM
Can Vov or C-Hanz please step in here?
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: steenz on March 22, 2013, 06:10:52 PM
It's kind of akin to the little kid at the skatepark who kickflips everything, and then acts like he's the best skateboarder on the planet. He can't really do anything else, but he will gloat around the park like his kickflips are the best thing anyone has ever seen, and he should be getting picked up by Plan B and Nike any day now.

"Yeah, I'm really good. I don't know if you've seen my mediocre kickflips, but I rip."

You idolize Kanye West. Kanye West is a terrible rapper. He is an amazing producer, and has done a lot for people as far as making beats goes. But he wanted to be a star, and forced himself onto the scene. Jay-Z signed him without ever having any intention of releasing his album. He just wanted him to be his producer. He held Kanyes album for three years and finally put it out after Kanye threatened to leave and not make beats for him anymore. Even Jay-Z thinks Kanye west is a terrible rapper. Before you say "We'll hey hes rich and on the radio, he must be doing something right?.", keep in mind the rest of the terrible music that has made CEOs millions of dollars. Would you say the backstreet boys were talented, or made good music? No. Listen to Freddie Gibbs then listen to your music. Compare them.

Freddie Gibbs - Crushin' Feelin's (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mzH9e-Y963M#)

 He's a wordsmith, with flow, and solid production. He talks about how awesome he is, but in an intelligent way. Not just "I'm da best mayne, I did it.".
Your a person  frddie gibbs is fucking wack and gay. And Will Easley i fukks wit your raps. dont listen to deez fuck niggas just do you and stay true to yourself. you sound kinda fucked in the head but that appeals to people. 3hunna.
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: PAWL on March 22, 2013, 06:11:55 PM
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Can Vov or C-Hanz please step in here?
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a rap battle i'd pay to see
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: gutterhead. on March 22, 2013, 06:19:52 PM
I really liked you as sk8dood... what happened? it's like you let the pals get to you and kooked out. i'm bummed.
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: twitchflip on March 22, 2013, 07:59:18 PM
and to those who are put off by the arrogance

thats the point

you gotta be tellin cats how ill you and yr crew is... fuck man if you dont get it then you dont understand the culture of hip hop music and i recommend you watch style wars

of course I know that the gangsta rap game is all about who can suck their own dick the hardest. I asked because I was interested why rappers that are so full of themselves would care what a bunch of people on a non-rap forum thought about them.
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: heckler on March 22, 2013, 10:13:12 PM
I don't get how you can say something like this:
As far as my typical arrogance on SLAP, I'm usually just kidding.
and immediately follow with this:
As far as I'm concerned, my success is destiny & it'd be impossible for me to be swayed otherwise.

Doesn't sound like you're kidding.
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: Will Easley on March 22, 2013, 10:33:21 PM
I don't get how you can say something like this:
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Doesn't sound like you're kidding.

You don't understand the difference between confidence & arrogance. I'm not saying anything negative towards anyone by stating I have that much self-belief.

Now when I tell you thirsty ass lames yall needa get off da dick of DaSk8D00D because you'll never win, that's arrogance. Ol' nitpicky ass niggas always failin to prove a point n shit. The thirstier you get the less it works, fool
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: Grubby Mits on March 23, 2013, 04:28:47 AM
It's kind of akin to the little kid at the skatepark who kickflips everything, and then acts like he's the best skateboarder on the planet. He can't really do anything else, but he will gloat around the park like his kickflips are the best thing anyone has ever seen, and he should be getting picked up by Plan B and Nike any day now.

"Yeah, I'm really good. I don't know if you've seen my mediocre kickflips, but I rip."

You idolize Kanye West. Kanye West is a terrible rapper. He is an amazing producer, and has done a lot for people as far as making beats goes. But he wanted to be a star, and forced himself onto the scene. Jay-Z signed him without ever having any intention of releasing his album. He just wanted him to be his producer. He held Kanyes album for three years and finally put it out after Kanye threatened to leave and not make beats for him anymore. Even Jay-Z thinks Kanye west is a terrible rapper. Before you say "We'll hey hes rich and on the radio, he must be doing something right?.", keep in mind the rest of the terrible music that has made CEOs millions of dollars. Would you say the backstreet boys were talented, or made good music? No. Listen to Freddie Gibbs then listen to your music. Compare them.

Freddie Gibbs - Crushin' Feelin's (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mzH9e-Y963M#)

 He's a wordsmith, with flow, and solid production. He talks about how awesome he is, but in an intelligent way. Not just "I'm da best mayne, I did it.".

College Dropout and Late Registration were good albums, he really dropped off with Graduation, and has got worse ever since, but i'll still play those albums. Same goes for Jay Z, I used to love the Black Album and I could only listen to Blueprint 3 once. Who gives a fuck what jay z thinks anyway? Just because he's rich and on the radio doesn't mean he knows everything.
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: KOOL MIKE on March 23, 2013, 06:32:02 AM
man i listened to that shit again, and fuck, you probably could get big, your'e shit sounds just like those other motherfuckers on the radios giving a big fuck you to hip hop. i say go for it man, having lots of cash would be nice, and that shiny rim joint feat some auto tune pop bitch sound your going for probably could make money one day. just don't expect any respect from real hip hop heads who have no time for that wiz kalifa top 20 homo shit. peace
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: Thelonious P on March 23, 2013, 07:24:05 AM
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It's kind of akin to the little kid at the skatepark who kickflips everything, and then acts like he's the best skateboarder on the planet. He can't really do anything else, but he will gloat around the park like his kickflips are the best thing anyone has ever seen, and he should be getting picked up by Plan B and Nike any day now.

"Yeah, I'm really good. I don't know if you've seen my mediocre kickflips, but I rip."

You idolize Kanye West. Kanye West is a terrible rapper. He is an amazing producer, and has done a lot for people as far as making beats goes. But he wanted to be a star, and forced himself onto the scene. Jay-Z signed him without ever having any intention of releasing his album. He just wanted him to be his producer. He held Kanyes album for three years and finally put it out after Kanye threatened to leave and not make beats for him anymore. Even Jay-Z thinks Kanye west is a terrible rapper. Before you say "We'll hey hes rich and on the radio, he must be doing something right?.", keep in mind the rest of the terrible music that has made CEOs millions of dollars. Would you say the backstreet boys were talented, or made good music? No. Listen to Freddie Gibbs then listen to your music. Compare them.

Freddie Gibbs - Crushin' Feelin's (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mzH9e-Y963M#)

 He's a wordsmith, with flow, and solid production. He talks about how awesome he is, but in an intelligent way. Not just "I'm da best mayne, I did it.".
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College Dropout and Late Registration were good albums, he really dropped off with Graduation, and has got worse ever since, but i'll still play those albums. Same goes for Jay Z, I used to love the Black Album and I could only listen to Blueprint 3 once. Who gives a fuck what jay z thinks anyway? Just because he's rich and on the radio doesn't mean he knows everything.
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Kanye West - 02 - Graduation - Champion (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6I-d0LJ6ojg#)
Everything I Am- Kanye West (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LO_IwoMxWPA#)
I Wonder - Kanye West (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jQwd9dxZTn0#)
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: Hate_Then_Skate on March 23, 2013, 01:15:59 PM
I can't even click on your youtube videos until you answer these questions:   What kind of gun do you carry?  What is the last drug you sold?


If you do not carry a gun and you haven't sold crack or at least coke or heroin..................your rap careers not going to be a good one.
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: Grubby Mits on March 24, 2013, 01:31:29 PM
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It's kind of akin to the little kid at the skatepark who kickflips everything, and then acts like he's the best skateboarder on the planet. He can't really do anything else, but he will gloat around the park like his kickflips are the best thing anyone has ever seen, and he should be getting picked up by Plan B and Nike any day now.

"Yeah, I'm really good. I don't know if you've seen my mediocre kickflips, but I rip."

You idolize Kanye West. Kanye West is a terrible rapper. He is an amazing producer, and has done a lot for people as far as making beats goes. But he wanted to be a star, and forced himself onto the scene. Jay-Z signed him without ever having any intention of releasing his album. He just wanted him to be his producer. He held Kanyes album for three years and finally put it out after Kanye threatened to leave and not make beats for him anymore. Even Jay-Z thinks Kanye west is a terrible rapper. Before you say "We'll hey hes rich and on the radio, he must be doing something right?.", keep in mind the rest of the terrible music that has made CEOs millions of dollars. Would you say the backstreet boys were talented, or made good music? No. Listen to Freddie Gibbs then listen to your music. Compare them.

Freddie Gibbs - Crushin' Feelin's (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mzH9e-Y963M#)

 He's a wordsmith, with flow, and solid production. He talks about how awesome he is, but in an intelligent way. Not just "I'm da best mayne, I did it.".
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College Dropout and Late Registration were good albums, he really dropped off with Graduation, and has got worse ever since, but i'll still play those albums. Same goes for Jay Z, I used to love the Black Album and I could only listen to Blueprint 3 once. Who gives a fuck what jay z thinks anyway? Just because he's rich and on the radio doesn't mean he knows everything.
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???
Kanye West - 02 - Graduation - Champion (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6I-d0LJ6ojg#)
Everything I Am- Kanye West (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LO_IwoMxWPA#)
I Wonder - Kanye West (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jQwd9dxZTn0#)

They're alright but overall the album wasn't as good as the first two, and it only got worse from there. I couldn't even finish 808s and heartbreaks or whatever
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: nino brown on March 24, 2013, 01:43:13 PM
THE WORLD NEEDS LESS HIPHOP AND MORE (REAL) RAP

SHIT WAS HELLA SOFT

IF YOU AINT TALKIN BOUT KILLIN A FEW NIGGUHS AND COPS AND SLANGIN THAT BOY

I AINT GONE FUCK WITCHA
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Post by: Sandy Eggo on March 24, 2013, 03:47:17 PM
Am I the only one who feels like all of the song titles sound like they belong on an Electronica/Eurodance album? And I just want to say that a little self-deprecation would go a long way in my book.
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Post by: Bertie on March 24, 2013, 05:07:27 PM
THE WORLD NEEDS LESS HIPHOP AND MORE (REAL) RAP

what the fuck does this even mean?
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Post by: ROCKxADIO420 on March 24, 2013, 08:02:42 PM
well this is ockword lol.
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Post by: nino brown on March 24, 2013, 08:58:50 PM
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what the fuck does this even mean?
hiphop and rap are completely different


hiphop = mosdef, mf doom, joey badass

SOFT SHIT

rap = tommy wright, x-raided, gucci mane
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: Laban Fetus on March 24, 2013, 09:42:15 PM
Why hasn't rap music shit the bed yet? it's 2013. Sorry for being admittedly bitter as I was once a pretty big Hip-Hop fan but just move the fuck on already. You're not gonna change the world, Will Easley.... everyone is a rapper. Excuse me as I return to my anglophile-centric indie music for a good cry
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: MFLUDER on March 25, 2013, 01:02:36 AM
Sounds like on a tv show like snl when they make joke rap songs and like the productions half decent and at first yr like wow this is ok then by like 10 seconds its either a joke or sucks real bad.  Is that what yr going for tho?
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: escapistfool on March 25, 2013, 06:53:28 PM
Shoulda add a "YOLO" in there
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: october on March 25, 2013, 07:08:15 PM
I don't post much on here, and don't know much about you. I don't like today's rap, and my opinion in no way should matter.

BUT, I found the songs/beats/lyrics boring and almost lazy. I couldn't get through 30 seconds of each one.

I don't claim to be a huge hip hop "follower", but grew up listening to Nas, Wu-Tang, Murs, Eyedea, and other complete randoms.

I appreciate you're doing what you love, and definitely support following ones dreams, but I wouldn't buy your album. That's just me.
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: jgonzalez on March 25, 2013, 08:53:38 PM
I dunno why d00d's rep is so low.
I vote his rep be changed to (http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/thumb/a/af/Prince_logo.svg/15px-Prince_logo.svg.png)
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: MFLUDER on March 25, 2013, 11:43:54 PM
Have You fucked off yet?
If the world turns out as shitty as I'm expecting it to be and somehow you enjoy some slight celebrity you will be flooded by posters who have screened some of your most mind numbing spoilt ignorant posts and spam your twitter and post em to tmz.
This is the best result of a 1/100 chance you "make it"
Ps its good yr giving it a try tho tbh.
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: escapistfool on March 26, 2013, 10:03:30 PM
Shoulda add a "YOLO" in there
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Post by: Will Easley on March 26, 2013, 10:57:48 PM
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Shoulda add a "YOLO" in there
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hahaha that song didn't make the cut for William's World so I aint really tryna push that joint lol. All this feedback from the thread has actually been pretty useful tho. With William's World I'm tryna make the whole thing as cohesive as possible, with every track serving its own purpose in a specific sequence. I've been analyzing all the songs ive done so far & I realized that i needed to trim the fat on the tracklist as well as figure out the kind of songs that I really need in order to get my overall point across. Anyways this thread was dope, it definitely served its purpose and It's been really insightful/inspiring to me so thanks yall! #Progression
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: escapistfool on March 26, 2013, 10:59:36 PM
I'll buy your album if you say YOLO at least once in each of the songs
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: Will Easley on March 26, 2013, 11:03:18 PM
It's a free mixtape & no i will not do no clown shit.
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: Ronald Wilson Reagan on March 27, 2013, 06:08:16 PM
It's a free mixtape & no i will not do no clown shit.
You mean like whoring it on a messageboard?

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I don't get how you can say something like this:
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As far as my typical arrogance on SLAP, I'm usually just kidding.
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As far as I'm concerned, my success is destiny & it'd be impossible for me to be swayed otherwise.
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Doesn't sound like you're kidding.
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You don't understand the difference between confidence & arrogance. I'm not saying anything negative towards anyone by stating I have that much self-belief.

Now when I tell you thirsty ass lames yall needa get off da dick of DaSk8D00D because you'll never win, that's arrogance. Ol' nitpicky ass niggas always failin to prove a point n shit. The thirstier you get the less it works, fool
Also, you clearly don't know what arrogance means homie:
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an attitude of superiority manifested in an overbearing manner or in presumptuous claims or assumptions
Coming on a messageboard to announce your music is the best thing since sliced bread and proudly proclaiming you basically are guaranteed to succeed in a music career is a pretty presumptuous claim.

Let me give you concrete examples:
You/ arrogance:
As far as I'm concerned, my success is destiny & it'd be impossible for me to be swayed otherwise.

A confident, yet modest version of the same thing:
"I am working my hardest at this, and understand that things like this don't happen everyday, but somebody's gotta be the next star, why can't it be me?"

Notice how one completely discounts reality to a point of absurdity, and the other shows a belief in one's self despite an understanding of how large of a claim is being made?

Nah, probably not.


Still, I have to give you credit on trying to hustle youtube views from slap posters to create the false impression people are actually following you as a musician.
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Post by: augustmoon on March 27, 2013, 06:16:11 PM
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Shoulda add a "YOLO" in there
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hahaha that song didn't make the cut for William's World so I aint really tryna push that joint lol. All this feedback from the thread has actually been pretty useful tho. With William's World I'm tryna make the whole thing as cohesive as possible, with every track serving its own purpose in a specific sequence. I've been analyzing all the songs ive done so far & I realized that i needed to trim the fat on the tracklist as well as figure out the kind of songs that I really need in order to get my overall point across. Anyways this thread was dope, it definitely served its purpose and It's been really insightful/inspiring to me so thanks yall! #Progression

this is a good way to approach a record.  you have to take a step back and look at the big picture for it to all make sense.  less is more. 
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: Albatross on March 27, 2013, 07:02:51 PM
i opened one of your videos at random, it was about weed and i think you made a plane metaphor it was boring as fuck but totally passable. since the vast majority of people who try to rap sound terrible i guess it must mean something to be able to at least sound the same as other boring skateboard rappers.


this guy kicks ass though, you should sample him.

Will Easley- If I Let You Go (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xz8Cf6F72vI#)

Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: Will Easley on March 27, 2013, 07:17:55 PM
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It's a free mixtape & no i will not do no clown shit.
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You mean like whoring it on a messageboard?

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I don't get how you can say something like this:
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As far as my typical arrogance on SLAP, I'm usually just kidding.
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As far as I'm concerned, my success is destiny & it'd be impossible for me to be swayed otherwise.
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Doesn't sound like you're kidding.
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You don't understand the difference between confidence & arrogance. I'm not saying anything negative towards anyone by stating I have that much self-belief.

Now when I tell you thirsty ass lames yall needa get off da dick of DaSk8D00D because you'll never win, that's arrogance. Ol' nitpicky ass niggas always failin to prove a point n shit. The thirstier you get the less it works, fool
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Also, you clearly don't know what arrogance means homie:
http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/arrogance (http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/arrogance)
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an attitude of superiority manifested in an overbearing manner or in presumptuous claims or assumptions
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Coming on a messageboard to announce your music is the best thing since sliced bread and proudly proclaiming you basically are guaranteed to succeed in a music career is a pretty presumptuous claim.

Let me give you concrete examples:
You/ arrogance:
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As far as I'm concerned, my success is destiny & it'd be impossible for me to be swayed otherwise.
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A confident, yet modest version of the same thing:
"I am working my hardest at this, and understand that things like this don't happen everyday, but somebody's gotta be the next star, why can't it be me?"

Notice how one completely discounts reality to a point of absurdity, and the other shows a belief in one's self despite an understanding of how large of a claim is being made?

Nah, probably not.


Still, I have to give you credit on trying to hustle youtube views from slap posters to create the false impression people are actually following you as a musician.


you think im doing this for the youtube views?  nigga please, im at over thousand followers on twitter & ive barely been on there lately, if I simply wanted to push views id be doing on there. the whole point of this thread was to get feedback from a diverse collection of people in order to get a different perspective on my work. Like I said a few posts earlier, it gave me some valuable insight. did you really think i was gonna leave SLAP because all of the people that already dont like me said I was trash? lol, not gonna happen. of course i had to throw in some message board shenanigans in order to spark a compelling discussion but you cant doubt the charisma. everyday you see all these new niggas on here shamelessly tryna push their new skatepark footy on the boards & either get flamed or ignored. I more or less did the exact same thing with MUSIC & now this thread's been going strong for almost a week now, with over 1500 views & 80+ responses. I mean if i was really as deluded as yall seem to think wouldnt this thread have been long forgotten by now?

its all apart of a personal campaign of mine. I'm moving across the country here in a couple months, and releasing this mixtape is the last goal i need to accomplish before I leave behind my old life here in Peoria, IL, and I'm pulling out all the stops in order to make it the best that I can. This is my life's work here, and everything thats influenced my life has to play its part in the final outcome. The insight Ive got from this thread is like SLAP's contribution. William's World is like a musical compilation of my life story, major influences, interests, and fantasies all rolled into one cohesive body of work. Despite what anybody thinks this shit is gonna be groundbreaking due to my drive & fiery passion to make it so. Despite what anybody thinks I'm willing what I truly want to come into fruition & thats just that. Until William's World is released and we get to see the outcome everything else said about it is just opinions & speculation to me.
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: BRIX SKWIKZ on March 27, 2013, 07:20:27 PM
YOU SUCK
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: Sandy Eggo on March 27, 2013, 08:12:36 PM
where ya moving to, buddy?
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: The Human Condom on April 18, 2013, 01:06:29 AM
Make a free mixtape with a bunch of obscure skate video samples and references.  Release it online.
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: darkslideoftheforce on April 18, 2013, 05:15:34 AM
I'm a big hiphop fan and I think it's dope that you're following your dream. I wish you the best of luck. Really.

That said, I wasn't feeling your shit (the songs you posted in this thread). I mean, it's okay, but that's what's wrong with it. It's so "okay" and bland that it just sounds like 98% of the billions of "up-and-coming" rappers out there. You have to sort of develop your own sound/style for people to recognize you from all the others. You got the actual rapping on lock, you just need to be more original with it. Speak about shit that truthfully matters to you and get more soul into your lyrics, because that party/fuck bitches/smoke weed shit is getting tired as fuck and won't be the popular sound for much longer I think. Look at i.e. Kendrick Lamar, who IMO makes real soulfull music that people actually relate to, regardless of background etc. In other words, I want you to be dope, but your not there yet.

I hope that made sense, english is not my native language. Keep on grinding dude.
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: layzieyez on April 18, 2013, 01:05:58 PM


Will Easley- If I Let You Go (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xz8Cf6F72vI#)


The best track on this thread.  Mad talented.
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: Will Easley on April 18, 2013, 04:41:32 PM
I'm a big hiphop fan and I think it's dope that you're following your dream. I wish you the best of luck. Really.

That said, I wasn't feeling your shit (the songs you posted in this thread). I mean, it's okay, but that's what's wrong with it. It's so "okay" and bland that it just sounds like 98% of the billions of "up-and-coming" rappers out there. You have to sort of develop your own sound/style for people to recognize you from all the others. You got the actual rapping on lock, you just need to be more original with it. Speak about shit that truthfully matters to you and get more soul into your lyrics, because that party/fuck bitches/smoke weed shit is getting tired as fuck and won't be the popular sound for much longer I think. Look at i.e. Kendrick Lamar, who IMO makes real soulfull music that people actually relate to, regardless of background etc. In other words, I want you to be dope, but your not there yet.

I hope that made sense, english is not my native language. Keep on grinding dude.


Thanks man I appreciate it. I definitely took note of y'all been sayin about me needing deeper content with the lyrics, & I've been working on coming up with better, more complex song concepts & finding production that sounds more distinct than what's normally heard.

I came into this project with the intention of making an album filled with "all the kind of songs I like" which kinda mislead me into regurgitating music instead of innovating it. Now I'm more focused on defining my own sound in ways only I can do. I still got some "fun" songs on there but I'm making them much more creative & putting on my own sorta flair. My production is really sample-heavy with lots of trippy synth waves with an experimental vibe to it, especially towards the end. The whole album plays out like a story, and as it progresses you'll notice the production gets more & more complex with my content/subject matter getting deeper & more emotional. Shit is really starting to come together & I've got this thread to thank for that.


where ya moving to, buddy?


Phoenix,AZ In about a month or two
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: Hate_Then_Skate on April 19, 2013, 10:22:39 AM
I actually listened to your tracks, the first one and last one's were decent, good beats good flow.  I'd have to say you do have a voice and flow that works for rapping, but, voices aren't really important to most people(Guru did well for himself with a completely monotone one).   Some of the other ones though had too much of a raver/electronica/lets pop some X and hug-type vibe to them that I couldn't dig.

And how about rapping about selling drugs, running in gangs, murder?  Even if you don't actually take part in these activities you can still rap about them and the general public will accept it as truth no matter how much information comes out saying otherwise.  Examples: Mobb Deep, Nas, Jay-Z, Rick Ross, Lil Wayne, Dr. Dre, The Game, every popular rapper, etc.  And other than Nas, you're actually better than all those rappers.

You need to kick up your punchlines or whatever though.   No one wants to hear that you "get high like a plane".
Sample of proper plane punchlines  3:05-3:15


Error 400 (Bad Request)!!1 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HRZxcmrrw1A& start=180#)



In summation:  deeper punchlines or don't keep it real.
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: _aminal on April 19, 2013, 07:38:42 PM
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I'm a big hiphop fan and I think it's dope that you're following your dream. I wish you the best of luck. Really.

That said, I wasn't feeling your shit (the songs you posted in this thread). I mean, it's okay, but that's what's wrong with it. It's so "okay" and bland that it just sounds like 98% of the billions of "up-and-coming" rappers out there. You have to sort of develop your own sound/style for people to recognize you from all the others. You got the actual rapping on lock, you just need to be more original with it. Speak about shit that truthfully matters to you and get more soul into your lyrics, because that party/fuck bitches/smoke weed shit is getting tired as fuck and won't be the popular sound for much longer I think. Look at i.e. Kendrick Lamar, who IMO makes real soulfull music that people actually relate to, regardless of background etc. In other words, I want you to be dope, but your not there yet.

I hope that made sense, english is not my native language. Keep on grinding dude.
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Thanks man I appreciate it. I definitely took note of y'all been sayin about me needing deeper content with the lyrics, & I've been working on coming up with better, more complex song concepts & finding production that sounds more distinct than what's normally heard.

I came into this project with the intention of making an album filled with "all the kind of songs I like" which kinda mislead me into regurgitating music instead of innovating it. Now I'm more focused on defining my own sound in ways only I can do. I still got some "fun" songs on there but I'm making them much more creative & putting on my own sorta flair. My production is really sample-heavy with lots of trippy synth waves with an experimental vibe to it, especially towards the end. The whole album plays out like a story, and as it progresses you'll notice the production gets more & more complex with my content/subject matter getting deeper & more emotional. Shit is really starting to come together & I've got this thread to thank for that.


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where ya moving to, buddy?
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Phoenix,AZ In about a month or two

gross, good luck.
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: Gomez on April 19, 2013, 11:17:02 PM
you have mic presence, your production choices didn't really engage me though so i wasn't feeling em. but i'll be checking out your tape for sure, at least for that acid track.
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: Ronald Wilson Reagan on April 20, 2013, 11:36:34 AM
If you can genuinely convince me that I'm not as good as I think I am I'll focus my account & stop posting. That's my word.

I definitely took note of y'all been sayin about me needing deeper content with the lyrics, & I've been working on coming up with better, more complex song concepts & finding production that sounds more distinct than what's normally heard.

I came into this project with the intention of making an album filled with "all the kind of songs I like" which kinda mislead me into regurgitating music instead of innovating it.

So your word means shit eh?

Time to focus sk8d00d.
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: Will Easley on April 20, 2013, 11:57:36 AM
Nope, I still feel like im the shit in terms of skill/talent level. just gotta go in a different, more original direction creatively.


besides gipper you know tha SLAP game needs more outspoken light-skin niggas like myself you know dont wanna see me go. I'm a be on here until niggas start posting about my celebrity-skateboarder lifestyle exploits ala Lil Wayne. I just wanna come back & stunt on all the niggas who doubted me, ya know?
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: via on April 20, 2013, 12:07:33 PM
Nope, I still feel like im the shit in terms of skill/talent level. just gotta go in a different, more original direction creatively.


besides gipper you know tha SLAP game needs more outspoken light-skin niggas like myself you know dont wanna see me go. I'm a be on here until niggas start posting about my celebrity-skateboarder lifestyle exploits ala Lil Wayne. I just wanna come back & stunt on all the niggas who doubted me, ya know?

More original... by doing what everyone was telling you to do.

"Original"

(http://affordablehousinginstitute.org/blogs/us/wp-content/uploads/inconceivable_means_02.jpg)

Also, everyone on this goddamn website is outspoken. You're dead in the middle of a race to mediocrity. Nothin special.
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: Will Easley on April 20, 2013, 12:16:28 PM
it was sound advice. I recognized how some of my songs could be perceived as "generic" & now I have directed my focus on coming up with more compelling song concepts & unique flows. I practically train myself as a rapper, I been recording 30 minute freestyle sessions on my phone and listening to them twice. the first listen I pay close attention & write down lines that i like & the second time i listen in to it while im doing something else as a way to let my unconscious mind sorta digest it & imprint what I like and what needs work. ive done exactly 6 said freestyle sessions since i made this thread & the results have been very good. if i can get some studio time before I go outta town for a couple weeks ill post what i've. ive got some really good shit tho im excited with what ive come up with.

but yeah via you always been thirsty to get at me n whatnot so carry on with your words of discouragement. its motivation really.
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: Tracer on April 20, 2013, 12:46:58 PM
Good shit Willy! You got balls to do this, much better than J Casanova.. YOu know what they say if you don't have haters you aren't important

Run that shit
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: Mundungus on April 20, 2013, 04:46:58 PM
so Tracer likes your raps and your rhymes
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: KOOL MIKE on April 21, 2013, 12:46:06 AM
Nope, I still feel like im the shit in terms of skill/talent level. just gotta go in a different, more original direction creatively.


besides gipper you know tha SLAP game needs more outspoken light-skin niggas like myself you know dont wanna see me go. I'm a be on here until niggas start posting about my celebrity-skateboarder lifestyle exploits ala Lil Wayne. I just wanna come back & stunt on all the niggas who doubted me, ya know?

you got it wrong tho, we saying that you got potential and probably could get famous but for all the wrong reasons, comin out wit some pop star sequin wearing shiny fluoro jacket shit. i know i sound like an asshole, but i'm just sick of this fake rap coming out. you should have a go fuckin wit some real beats and shit man i think you would like it.
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Post by: Beer Keg Peg Leg on April 21, 2013, 02:05:44 AM
can't wait to bump this thread in ten years
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Post by: Fake Tits on April 21, 2013, 02:06:18 AM
Not a fan.

But good luck man.
Title: Re: Ok yall here's your chance to get rid of me
Post by: Ronald Wilson Reagan on April 21, 2013, 11:10:11 AM
so Tracer likes your raps and your rhymes
I just kooked you for making it clear you don't have him on ignore. I encourage all others with kooking ability to do the same.


Easley, you add character to this place, I'm not denying that. I am questioning your word though. You know all that helpful criticism wouldn't have come if you didn't make the promise you did.
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Post by: BRIX SKWIKZ on April 21, 2013, 11:13:34 AM
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so Tracer likes your raps and your rhymes
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I just kooked you for making it clear you don't have him on ignore. I encourage all others with kooking ability to do the same.


YOU ARE A FAGGOT
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Post by: Will Easley on April 21, 2013, 06:19:14 PM

Easley, you add character to this place, I'm not denying that. I am questioning your word though. You know all that helpful criticism wouldn't have come if you didn't make the promise you did.

Pretty sure all my honor & integrity here went out the window a loonnnnnggg time ago.
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Post by: Mundungus on April 23, 2013, 07:00:07 PM
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so Tracer likes your raps and your rhymes
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I just kooked you for making it clear you don't have him on ignore. I encourage all others with kooking ability to do the same.


Easley, you add character to this place, I'm not denying that. I am questioning your word though. You know all that helpful criticism wouldn't have come if you didn't make the promise you did.

He's my favo(u)rite poster. You're a close second.