Ever since LL Cool J first licked his luscious lips and asserted "I'm That Type of Guy."
Ever since the Lost Boyz serenaded us with "Renee" and Tribe crooned that we've got to put them on, we ladies have loved hip-hop directed squarely at us.
That's why we should be rapper's delighted this week, as track-off MCs whisper sweet (and some not-so-sweet nothings) in today's battle.
Check out their skills, and then vote on who laid their game down the flattest. Even if you're not swooning over the hip-hop serenade, listen for the beats, lyrics and overall quality.
Then, vote.
Remember, only votes written as comments on this vote count. Refresh yourself on the rules here. Pick the best track, as not only will the winning artist be considered for a mention in the RedEye and on this blog, BUT they also may be eligible to perform in an upcoming emerging talent showcase and could even win a free music video. What? Yeah, you heard me right.
Earbuds in, listen up, and vote your conscience, after the jump....
70 Comments
ANTHONY FORTE' said:
young godd has the hottest track of these 3. catch he goes hard in performance also
Tony Jordan said:
All three tracks are hot but Young Godd is really spitting that hot shit.
Tony Jordan said:
All three songs were hot but I like Young Godd the most.
Brando Starr has the best track out of all three of them. The simplicity of the lyrical content, beats and overall quality makes it hot.
Benny Dorsey said:
Young G-odd get my vote!! The track is slammin'!!
Hassahn Phenomenon said:
My vote is for Brando Starr's, "Need Somebody." After listening to all three songs, they all have some good elements about them but as far as creativity, delivery, wordplay, and the feel of the production, I have to go with Brando Starr. Great song.
Greg Trottie said:
No disrespect, but no contest. Young Godd has the hottest track.
dirtbag7 said:
Brando starr is the man, song is hot, dude is flowin. The man can spit it on any subject. Keep it up B mon.
J.L. Cole said:
Congrats to all the artists who're dreaming bigger than their surroundings. Brando Starr's went off on the chorus. Young Godd's song is the most complete song though. Reasons:
1) Radio ready
2) Lyrical Content, better story line
3) Video would be more acceptable than for the other songs.
Rediculus said:
all 3 were hot but that Young Godd track is the most complete.
hakeemah muhammad said:
Young Godd is definitely the hottest!
TechniCOWL said:
Young Godd "Walk with you" I'm feeling that. They are the most talented out of this bunch.
Sam Lewis said:
Young Godd "Walk With You"!!
rsparks said:
BRANDO STAR!!!!!
lamaaj said:
Yo Brando is one of Chitowns best unsigned artist he has been in the game a very long time. Plus he has performed internationally and he is a true entertainer with very good stage presence. Lyrically there is no comparison between the other 2 artist.
Kevan Bauman said:
R u kidding!!! No contest!!!! Bau Down "The Kinda Girl"!!!!
slhare said:
Definitely "The Kinda Girl" by Bau Down!!
Lateshifter said:
I'll go with Brando Star on this one. Young Godd is pretty decent, Bau Down is just plain corny. Brando Star is the one!!!
No contest... Bau Down "The Kinda Girl" hands down!
Katie Barthelow said:
Hmm... Different songs keep playing for Bau Down and Young Godd that aren't the songs listed and aren't by the artists, either.
But I think I remember what the original song were when I listened to them a couple hours ago, and I'll go with Young Godd.
Strange I'm hearing other songs when I press play this time around, though.
Kyra Kyles said:
Hey Katie:
Thank you so much for the feedback. I'm checking into this. If anyone else notices an issue, let me know. I'm on it. Appreciate all your votes. Our artists need you.
Earl Solomon said:
Young Godd! His song sounds professionally done
My vote is for Brando Star. We need to recognize what real hip hop is...no frills or fancy fixtures...just straight to the point.
kevo said:
Brando Starr!!!!!!!!!!!!!! his swag on this track is nasty & the track is crazy
TeQuila aka UNMUVABO said:
Brando gets my vote.....its organic, creative and the energy is tight. Young Godd receives honorable mention because his sound quality and content were great.
castro said:
GOTTA GO WIT YOUNG GODD..PROFESSIONAL SWAG
Elan Crayton said:
Big ups to both artist. My vote goes to Young Godd. Where you A&Rs at. Somebody sign this man!!! Lets resurrect hip hop yall.
RadioFactsWest said:
As a long time reviewer of music I would expect most people to pick Young Godd because of the radio friendly nature of the song but in regard to just pure "Song" quality, I have to vote for Brand Starr on this one. Creativity and orginality are a lost art in music these days and to me, Brando Starr's "Need Somebody" is a perfect blend of orignality, creativity, lyricism, and familiarity with the hook. Besides the production surpassed the other two songs because it doesn't sound as familiar sounding as the other two.
shea said:
Brando Starr is hot
InfiniteSupreem said:
I enjoyed all of the songs but I have to give my vote to young godd. His song was the most polished and most reflective of the chicago attitude. Keep doing it young godd! Peace.
bastar11 said:
Brando Star by far he is the most seasoned and the song has a catchy hook...hey wasnt that song on a commercial...
bastar11 said:
This dude Brando Star is hottttttt!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Brando Star is the best one I've heard in this battle,I have had the pleasure of seeing him perform live and he is the business!!!
A. Kelly said:
I really like Brando Starr, lyrically it was good yet, I like his delivery
BRANDO STARR got the hottest drop up on this he gotz to git it blow up the club with that its gotta be the Brando Star
I HAVE TO GO WITH BRANDO STAR!!!
I am having a problem with your site I am trying to vote for Young Godd can u please let me know what is wrong. Thank You!
Kyra Kyles said:
Your vote is in, Nieciee. Thank you so much for the feedback.
brando star is tha ish!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I love that Brando Star track!
MISST said:
I have to vote for Brando Star, his track is the most original, I feel like I've heard the other two songs over and over again.Bau down....auto tunes over done!Young Godd sounds familiar...Fabolous much!!!!!!!!!!!!!! or 50 cent perhaps?
Young G-odd!
mschief18th said:
Brando's hook and delivery is catchy and original. It's refreshing to hear a new sound and not some cookie cutter style.
hotmama said:
That Young Godd is what's up!
Chicago's Finest I gotta give this one to Young Godd Hands Down,He has a distinctive unique individuality that most artist are scared to do which is be themselves. Lyrically he is spittin some real heat Hip Hops most hidden secret...
achilleeda said:
godd is good but BRANDO STARR IS GREAT.my vote is for Brando Starr.
yo much love to yuung godd i love that song bro thats real hip hop with some soul we need that in are life in this day in time keep up the good work ....PR
Lloyd Kerr Jr said:
Brando Star gets my vote.
Elan Crayton said:
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doublem said:
Young Godd's "Walk with you" is a jam for the ride or just for chillin inside...great hip hop smoothed out with some r&b. Good to hear real music comin' out tha Chi!
I am all about the Brando Starr
silkysoul said:
Young Godd, "Walk With You"
Something about his vocal intro that keeps me listening thru the first verse and onto the rest of the song. The backtrack is jammin', too!
rh1984 said:
BRANDO
BRANDO STAR HANDS DOWN!!
Everett Holmes said:
I think Young Godd sounds like a young SNOOP DOGG. Stop playing hands down he should win.
lovekutore said:
I must say i LOVED "young godd" it was very creative and felt REAL something you would really here a guy say! had LOTS of swaaggggg!!!
Exactly... BRANDO STAR has an unmatched style. People are tired of the same shit a.k.a "sounds like","flows like","thats the same beat as." It's time for something new and fresh. Feel Good Music.
Everett Holmes said:
The system is taking to long for me to add a new user name, but I'm Jackie P. I think Young Godd is a real rapper. He is ready to blow up and he needs me as a MANAGER.
Elan Crayton said:
Young G-O-Double D!!!!
Ms. Cheavante said:
man we have some talent but i must say YOUNG GODD!i was feeling it! and wanted to keep listening is was hot and represented love in a hip hop way!!!!!
young godd shtn on these n****S pokaface gang!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
lifelady82 said:
Brando Starr has this cat faded ,its time for a new sound Brando has it cant wait to hear more
chistar2 said:
big ups to the other artist but, I cast the vote for me Brando Star ..
BRANDO STARR!!!! YEAH! YEAH YEAH!
Yung GODD should win he got the best song
Kyra Kyles said:
Ding ding ding! Contest over. Tune in tomorrow for more on our winner and stay tuned for a "cameo" in the RedEye. Thanks to all the voters, music lovers and music makers. This was a really good track-off, if I do say so myself!
Marcus the Artist said:
i kept hearing different songs when i hit play and i couldnt log in for some reason .... anyway ...for the record...BRANDO STARR is the TRUTH .... live performance ...lyricism...delivery...all the total package...not to mention the beat was ridiculous ...i hope he takes this one with a huge W... he always does .... can we hear some more ?? wish i could have weighed in officially ...got some bugs to sort out KK
Kyra Kyles said:
Hey there--One major bug is that you arrived 10 hours-plus late. :) You should have told me about your issues earlier during the actual track-off, Marcus the Artist, so I could get tech support. I'm sure y'all know I am no InterWeb wiz. But thanks for coming by. I'm sure Brando appreciates the support...
chistar2 said:
Thanks to all that voted...to young godd we need to collab son you got heat.
Tony Jordan said:
Thanks Dog we appreciate it, on the behalf of Young Godd & DeCago Inc. You want to collab the # is 773-557-5950. Peace & One Love & if you think this joint is hot just wait until you hear his freestyle & this joint Walk With You is about 5 years old.
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