December 04, 2013

Way Back Wednesday: "The Choice Is Yours [Revisited]" - Black Sheep


This week's Way Back Wednesday comes from 90's Hip Hop collective and Native Tongues posse member Black Sheep for their classic cut "The Choice IS Yours" off of their debut album A Wolf In Sheep's Clothing. Hip Hop would out this track is like Rock without "We Will [Rock You]". "The Choice Is Yours" is an essential track for Hip Hop. Released during Hip Hop's "Golden Era", it was something people of all creeds and colors could jam to. The beat for this cut is legendary. As soon you hear "Engine Engine #9...", you know what time it is. Members of Black Sheep, Dres & Mistah Lawnge made something that no one will ever forget. Even though they disbanded early in their career, they will never be forgotten for this cut. Producer by Black Sheep but this one includes a good amount samples: "Keep on Doin' It" by The New Birth, "Her Favorite Style" by Iron Butterfly, "Big Sur Suite" by Johnny Hammond Smith, "Impressions" by McCoy Tyner, and "I'd Say It Again" by Sweet Linda Divine. "The Choice Is Yours" is cut that is instill in us forever. You guys can check this one out right below.

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