Ghetto Dictionary: Art of War [Import]

Track Listings

1. Bring The War On (Intro) Ft. Dj Kalid

2. Blood Bath

3. Killa Is A Killa

4. Warlord Nuh Business

5. Man Ah Bad Man (The Sequel) Ft T.O.K.

6. Stainless

7. Look Good

8. Which One

9. Death Bound

10. Likkle Dread Bwoy

11. Smile Up

12. Top Ah Top

13. Gunz On The Run

14. Just Dead

15. Gun Mouth

16. Sumfest

17. All Out War

18. After All

19. W.A.R.R.

20. War Lady

Editorial Reviews
Product Description
Japanese Version featuring a Bonus Track

Ghetto Dictionary: Art of War,Bounty Killer,Jvc Victor,Rap

Average customer rating:

Nah No Mercy!!
Bounty's second best album
Ghetto Dictionary: The Art of War
An open declaration of war
Bounty goes back to clash mode.

Ghetto Dictionary: The Art of War
Bounty Killer
Manufacturer: Vp Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B0000633G9
Release Date: 2002-05-28

Tracks:

Bring the War On (Intro) - Bounty Killer,
Blood Bath
Killa Is a Killa
Warlord Nuh Business
Man Ah Bad Man the Sequel - Bounty Killer, T.O.K.
Stainless
Look Good
Which One
Death Bound
Likkle Dread Bwoy
Smile Up
Top Ah Top
Gunz on the Run
Just Dead
Gun Mouth
Sumfest
All out War
After All
W.A.R.R.
War Lady

Customer Reviews:

Nah No Mercy!!.......2007-02-23

Ghetto Dictionary: The Art of War is a superb release. From beginning to end, the Warlord spits wicked lyrics like an AK with unlimited rounds. He dismantles his rival deejays with such ruthless aggression, that when the smoke clears, there is no man left standing. Personally, I love the entire album, but if I had to choose, my favorite tracks are: "Killa is a Killa," "Warlord Nuh Business," the hard-hitting "Stainless," the relentless Beenie Man diss "Look Good," "Which One," "Likkle Dread Bwoy" where he takes shots at Mr. Vegas, Buju Banton, and Sizzla, "Top Ah Top," the fast-paced "Gunz on the Run," the sick "All Out War," "After All," and the final track (which is possibly the HARDEST song ever made) "War Lady." The beat is absolutely IN-SANE! Just listening to the first few seconds sounds like Armaggedon itself is about to jump off! Long live BK!!

Bounty's second best album.......2005-11-20

Bounty is one of those Reggae artists that just rhymes sick. He has the lyrics and beat to put together a great album. Don't sleep on Bounty y'all.

Ghetto Dictionary: The Art of War.......2004-01-28

Bounty Killer is a psycho. He rhymes like a machine gun, but never has to reload. Big up!

An open declaration of war.......2003-04-08

The first instalment in Bounty Killer's "Ghetto Dictionary" series features the ever-controversial DJ in battle mode, as the title suggests. Essentially, the 20 tracks here are Bounty Killer insulting, parodying and generally being verbally nasty toward his enemies. And who are his enemies? Basically every single other DJ. Aside from his well-documented feud with Beenie Man (each accuses the other of stealing his style), Bounty delivers challenges to Buju Banton, Baby Cham, Merciless, Lexxus and many others.

Musically, this album is standard dancehall fare. The most popular riddims (beats, for those who don't know the slang) all make appearances either here or on the companion disc "The Mystery". The only variety is provided by the appearance of dancehall quartet TOK on "Man Ah Bad Man The Sequel" - a payback for Bounty Killer's work on their debut.

As with much contemporary dancehall, the lyrics are where this album stands or falls. As befits one of the leaders of the style, Bounty Killer is on the top of his game here. Given the subject matter, he has to be. For those unfamiliar with the practice of "sound clashes", think along the lines of the "dis wars" in hip-hop only much faster and more creatively delivered.

Bounty Killer's style over much of "The Art Of War" can only be described as borderline insane. He is able to hold a beat with metronomic efficiency, however the most striking moments are when he makes his falsetto exclamations of "that's right" and other slogans. The unpredictable arrival of these moments is simultaneously disconcerting and a joy to listen to.

One of the most striking tracks here is "Warlord Nuh Business". This track is nothing more nor less than a shopping list of insults delivered at every single DJ within firing range, led by the line "Mi nuh business". The sheer audacity of this approach will leave the listener - or at least the listener capable of translating the rapid-fire patois - shocked.
The other standout is "Look Good". Beginning with a long spoken-word introduction, Bounty Killer systematically exposes Beenie Man's hypocrisy towards homosexuals, while insinuating that Beenie is homosexual himself. Added into this is a reference to Bounty Killer's own experiences recording with No Doubt (he provides backing vocals and a verse on "Hey Baby"). The creativity of the rhyme scheme here is carried over to the toast itself, more insults directed at Beenie.

For the dancehall neophyte, this is probably not the place to start. While it is a great example (arguably the definitive example) of this style of toasting, "Art Of War" and its battle toasts are not the most accessible element of dancehall. Many listeners will also be offended by the rampant homophobia on this album - a common criticism of dancehall as a genre, but particularly in the battle toasts. For the listener who wants the Bounty Killer experience, "The Mystery" is probably a better place to look. For those who are prepared to look past these drawbacks, this recording is highly recommended.

Bounty goes back to clash mode........2003-01-02

The furthest thing from commercial trash, Bounty shows his attempt to crack into a more mainstream audience with No Doubt does not herald the beginning of the end. The Warlord comes to the battlefield with all guns blazing and, when the smoke clears, leaves no challenger standing. This CD does not showcase Bounty's versatility, rather he goes back to hardcore dancehall roots and gives a true exhibition of the art of war. Including tailor-made-for-clash gems like "Blood Bath", "Warlord Nuh Business", "Stainless", "Look Good", "Sumfest", "Just Dead", "All Out War", and my personal favourite, "Likkle Dread Bwoy", Bounty lyrically destroys Sizzla, Lexxus, Mr. Vegas, Hawkeye, Merciless, Baby Cham, producer extraordinaire Dave Kelly, longtime nemesis Beenie Man, and even takes a stab at Buju Banton. The CD has a gritty, vengeful feel to it, as Bounty lets loose with biting lingual gymnastics, on subjects confined mainly to haters, rival deejays, and fassyholes in general. Possessed of creative ingenuity and a wicked flow, the poor people's governor provides a that is a must-have for any Bounty fan (and really, who isn't?). While casual listeners or newcomers to dancehall may wonder, after a while, when Bounty will run out of guns to pop out, true dancehall aficionados will smile and wonder when deejays will learn that they can't test the Killer. This is not (yet) recommended to those now becoming acquainted to dancehall, excluding hip-hop battle lovers. Instead, listen around a bit and get some background info, then graduate and study the art of war.

Average customer rating:

KILLING THEM OUT THERE

Ghetto Dictionary: The Art of War
Bounty Killer
Manufacturer: Jvc Japan
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

Jamaica | Caribbean & Cuba | International | Styles | Music

Dance Hall | Reggae | International | Styles | Music

General | Reggae | International | Styles | Music

General | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music
ASIN: B000065EFO
Release Date: 2002-05-25

Tracks:

Bring the War On (Intro) - Bounty Killer,
Blood Bath
Killa Is a Killa
Warlord Nuh Business
Man Ah Bad Man the Sequel - Bounty Killer, T.O.K.
Stainless
Look Good
Which One
Death Bound
Likkle Dread Bwoy
Smile Up
Top Ah Top
Gunz on the Run
Just Dead
Gun Mouth
Sumfest
All out War
After All
W.A.R.R.
War Lady

Album Details

Japanese Version featuring a Bonus Track

Customer Reviews:

KILLING THEM OUT THERE.......2003-07-11

I've been really taken into the dancehall music since 1998 and I must say one of if not the best entertainers out there is the poor peoples govenor BOUNTY KILLER. And it is definetly proven with this cd. His voice alone demands attention and the seriousness in which he delivers his lyrics is phenominal. There is not one single person in Jamaica that can compete with this cd nor deliver one such as this with the same determination as he has done. I love this cd, and those are not words thrown around loosely.

RESPECT
M. MILLER
BROOKLYN,N.Y.

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