
Rakim is said to be known as one of the greatest rappers of all time. Who’s to blame for such a heavy statement? You are, or at least those of you who support such self-proclaimed idols. Because of that, you’ve all let it all go straight to dudes head. Know why? Because Rakim refers to himself as GOD! WTF???
Here’s a dude who’s from a much earlier era than Jay Z, yet ‘Hova’ is doing laps and laps around Rakim, when he should have been holding down the “King of New York” title.
Eric B discovered Rakim back in the day, moving the (then unknown rapper) from Long Island, New York to ‘The Big Apple.’. It’s Eric B’s golden touch that transformed Rakim into the superstar we all know today. As a result, Rakim whose real name is William Griffin, was born a star. Both his style and image were sparked from the visionary mind of his partner, Eric B. So…for those of you who have any inclination that Rakim did it all by himself, YOU ARE ALL DEAD WRONG!!!
Most black kids who love the art of hip/hop look up to Rakim. I’m sorry to say, those kids are being totally misguided. Know why? Because the Rakim they idolize so much truly has a deep dark side…which I’m about to reveal to you. Read on…
The group ‘Eric B and Rakim’ severed their ties, in the early 90’s. I don’t know exactly why, but I did try getting at Eric to uncover the reasoning behind their break-up, and he was not available for comment.
Now I’m just speculating here, (but armed with both my credible sources and my great logic). I’m sure one of the reasons was because Rakim went MIA for countless shows and interviews. I wonder why? Were drugs to blame for his sudden absence? It’s no secret that dude has been smoking cocaine for some time now. What’s worse is he’s now calling himself a GOD! WTF??? I’d say that’s very ungodly! I mean, how hypocritical is that?
Rakim claims he’s all about being black, yet he’s quick to turn around and cash a check to join a campaign that advertises liquor. And guess who’s paying attention??? That’s right, OUR KIDS!!! I’d say that’s a solid reason for sparking the divorce between Eric B and Rakim.
Let’s now take a look at his solo career — without Eric B, was Rakim successful? NOT!!! To be sure, let me remind you that though he did move forward as a solo act (through his release of “The 18th Letter”), but he was sure to include a few songs of his own, paired-up with some of the greatest hits he made with Eric B.
Rakim released yet another album, and just about everyone (with half-of-a-brain) wasn’t surprised when it was found to be a complete and utter FAILURE…Know why? It only sold less than 30-thousand units. That’s the reason why Universal Records dropped his a$$! Dude can’t seem to sell a record without Eric B by his side. And Rakim is quick to diss the dude who made him – through verbal attacks on wax on the flop recordings? That’s quite nigger-ish…don’t you think?
Dr Dre came to save the day by signing Rakim to his label, AfterMath. Guess what happened? I’ll tell you. Around that same time, I was sitting in Zach Katts’ office (Rakim’s manager) who played me a few tracks by Dre, admitting to me that he was having issues getting Ra into the studio. Why couldn’t lazy ass Rakim hold-up his end of the bargain? I’ll tell you. It’s because he barricaded himself in his own apartment smoking California crack. I guess that’s why Dr Dre dropped his a$$ too.
This guy Rakim refers to Caucasians as ‘white devils’ – while (mind you), he has his very own ‘Arliss’ backing him up. Talk about a contradiction!!! He’s no different than Glen Beck. In other words, he’s not only a racist…he’s also a hypocrite!!!
A reporter once told me that he held a sort of admiration and respect for Rakim saying, “I walked into Rakim’s dressing room and he was smoking weed with teenagers. That’s when I lost all my respect for the guy.” Wait…that’s not all folks! I also have other sources who have openly admitted to being totally disgusted in Rakim’s behavior. Even Iron Mike Tyson said, “I totally looked up to the guy during my state of depression, I mean if Rakim called me out to get it together I would. But, when I met him and saw what he really was all about, I was completely turned off.”
I’ve got news for you…Rakim is not the saviour whom you all speak of. Know why? Because he’s a crack smoking addict, and an alcoholic lush. With that said, how can he be god-like…let alone a GOD????
In a desperate effort to keep his name alive, Rakim released yet another flop project “The Seventh Seal.” It sold about 1,000 copies…OUCH!!!
Even after dudes tarnished track record, the same label Universal Records (who once dropped him), is now taking Rakim back under their wing by releasing “The Seventh Seal” AGAIN (through Fontana records). His newest release features Rakim making his debut after a lengthy hiatus (probably on drugs). I guess even though Universal Records seems to have not learned their lesson the first time, they’re looking to land some sort of security by again including some of the greatest hits of ‘Eric B and Rakim’. WTF???
I hope that Rakim seeks some help, cuz he’s seriously in need of rehabilitation. Come on Ra, do yourself a favor and check-in with celebrity rehab therapist, Dr. Drew. Because at one time, you and Eric B recorded a fucking dope track called “I ain’t no joke” – But time has proved yourself to be JUST THAT…a fucking joke…Won’t you agree?