Too tired for a full review today, but I will try not to be lazy this week and do some homework as well.
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Originally Posted by OccultHawk
Maybe it’s intentionally everyday like his phone data and gas mileage but unfortunately it’s not funny and that’s a pretty serious drawback for “comedy”.
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I think it's just that OME is trying to avoid taking the goofier approach found in other comedic hip hop artists' music by coming out with something that's a little more wry and dry (not to say that he doesn't get sillier at points like Informations). It's cool if you don't think that style is funny, but there's definitely a lot of successful humour on this record.
I'm giving you the benefit of the doubt, but this album has a lot to offer and improves upon multiple listens. I also think it works well on the first spin so it might not be the same for you on that end.
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Originally Posted by rubber soul
My criticism here is that sometimes the language takes away from what Open Mike Eagle is trying to convey. It’s a shame because the lyrics at times are rather clever.
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Meh, I think he uses it in a very natural way that maybe you're just not used to. I suppose it varies from person to person on how much it takes to devalue something by however much.