Album Review: WALE 'Attention Deficit.'
Wale's debut album Attention Deficit is a magnificent recording. I'm say this with all seriousness,
it's the RAP ALBUM of the YEAR. The record is COHESIVE as fuck. It flows seamlessly and the
content is substantial. The cover alone speaks to something that most contemporary hip-hop
artist actively ignore (& contribute to). With collaboration with Bun B, Chrisette Michelle,
Pharrell, Lady Gaga, and K'Naan he's making she he burst on the scene in a big way.
The production is reflective of his eclectic taste. You hear hints of blues guitars and horns on
"Mirrors", nostalgic samples mixed with kacks and drums on "Pretty Girls", and heavy beat
on "90210". Wale is one to watch of for people. Unfortunately the masses will sleep on him,
HARD. I think people are a little to preoccupied with the Jay Z record. I can honestly say this
record is a better record than Blueprint 3. As a rapper, Wale offers a unique perspective because
he isn't the typical trapstar. Check his mixtapes! Introduce yourself. His work spans
various genres. Look up "W.A.L.E.D.A.N.C.E." There are a lot of really amazing tracks on this
record. 'Shades' featuring Chrisette Michelle tackles intra-racism (think brown paper bag test),
it's a great song.
It's a great collaboration. '90210' is my favorite song on the album.
It's a narrative about the stereotypical Beverly Hills girl with superficial aspirations,
a coke habit and an eating disorder.
you will like it. There so many other great songs on this album. If you're not a person
who buys music, neither am I. But Wale deserves his coins for this record. So hop on
iTunes or skidaddle down to Best Buy and purchase this album. A+
