Game Theory EXPLICIT LYRICS The Roots

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  • Release Date: 08/29/2006
  • Sales Rank: 13,797
  • Label: DEF JAM
  • UPC: 602517001268

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Game Theory

1LISTENDilltastic Vol Won(derful) 0:28
2LISTENFalse Media 2:43
3LISTENGame Theory / Malik B. 4:01
4LISTENDon't Feel Right / Maimouna Youssef 4:08
5LISTENIn the Music / Porn 4:06
6LISTENTake It There / Wadud Ahmad 2:50
7LISTENBaby / John John 2:50
8LISTENHere I Come / Dice Raw 4:11
9LISTENLong Time / Peedi Peedi 4:21
10LISTENLivin' in a New World / John John 1:47
11LISTENClock with No Hands / Mercedes Martinez 4:23
12LISTENAtonement / Jack Davey 2:35
13LISTENCan't Stop This 8:35

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In a hip-hop world propelled by drum machines and other computerized instruments, there's still plenty of room for the real thing -- as well as for lyrics that say something beyond the usual bling and ass-shaking fare. The Roots have never compromised on that belief, and that creative fervor still fuels the group's work. Gail Mitchell, Billboard

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November 21, 2006: Another good cd from the Roots. I don't like it like 'Illadelph' or even 'Tipping Point,' but its just so solid, and every song has a meaning. Addresses a myriad of issues, from Katrina, to Jay Dee's passing, to politics, the state of the rap game, etc. Black Thought & Malik B. bring straight fire. It's nice to see Malik B. back. I love Thought because he raps about regular stuff, everyday goings on, not the fantasy and unrealistic escapism in nearly all of today's rap. I think its fair to say there wasn't another album this unique and underground to come out an a major label this year. Faves include "don't feel right," "here i come," "long time" (feat. peedi crack & bunny sigler) "clock w/ no hands" feat. mercedes of the jazzyfatnastees & "can't stop this," a tribute to Jay Dee. Kudos to Jay-Z, who let this be underground and didn't try to push it pop, (he candidly admits on "the black album" that rap like the roots' is essential but that he basically went pop so he'd have the money and power to help people in general, other artists, and of course himself) There are a couple singles I wish they'd release like "clock w/ no hands" and "can't stop this."

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September 12, 2006: The album is direct and dark, leaving the listener with a bittersweet experience. Each song tumbles into the next as if you are lead down a tunnel hoping to see the light at the end. Yet, the overall direction of the group remains well defined through sophisticated music and bold lyricism, creating an atmosphere that is strangely inviting given the ups and downs of every day living. Ultimately, after a series of intense musical reflections on society and personal involvement, an homage to the late hip-hop producer and lyricist, Jay Dee, closes the album with a steadfast vision that overpowers the darkest of all previous observations. If you appreciate music that challenges your daily way of thinking and opens your mind to personal reflection, give this one a sincere listen.