By All Means Necessary

Track Listings

1. My Philosophy

2. Ya Slippin'

3. Stop the Violence

4. Illegal Business

5. Nervous

6. I'm Still No. 1

7. Part Time Suckers

8. Jimmy

9. T'Cha-T'Cha

10. Necessary

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Classic 2nd album from Hip-Hop's Teacher!
by all means liston to this cd!!
BDP IN FULL EFFECT
Classic Blastmaster KRS1 - "So you're a philosopher?"
"My Philosophy"

By All Means Necessary
Boogie Down Productions
Manufacturer: Jive
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

East Coast | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music

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ASIN: B0000004UM
Release Date: 1990-10-25

Tracks:

My Philosophy
Ya Slippin'
Stop The Violence
Illegal Business
Nervous
I'm Still #1
Part Time Suckers
Jimmy
T' Cha-T' Cha
Necessary

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After Scott La Rock's death, KRS-One (a.k.a. Kris Parker) carried on the BDP name with this mammoth album and its uneasy balance between violence and nonviolence, jazz beats and hard-core hip-hop, the pride of boasting and the pride of the teacher he was trying to become. It leads off with KRS's declaration of "My Philosophy"--as philosophy, it was a little inconsistent, but at least it was something, and "Stop the Violence" cuts deep both as philosophy and as a superheavy reggae groove. Kris is funny, too--"Jimmy" introduced a deathless euphemism to the language--but he's mostly concerned here with demonstrating his supremacy ("I'm Still #1"), memorializing his partner, and charting his own growth from a maverick to a leader. --Douglas Wolk

Customer Reviews:

Classic 2nd album from Hip-Hop's Teacher!.......2007-06-04

By All Means Necessary
"Fresh! For 1988, you suckers!" was the signature line from "My Philosophy", the first single off Boogie Down Productions' masterpiece second LP, By All Means Necessary. In the interim between their debut on 1987's Criminal Minded and the summer release of By All Means, founding member DJ Scott La Rock was tragically murdered. Frontman KRS-One soldiered on, bringing junior member D-Nice and KRS's brother Kenny Parker into the mix as turntable operators.

Produced by the artist and engineered by Ivan "Doc" Rodriguez, KRS-One maintains the momentum of Criminal Minded with streetwise battle raps, but he incorporates more narratives about ghetto lifestyles and the dangers of street violence. The lyrics to "I'm Still #1" are loosely based on a rhyme contest between KRS and rap legend Melle Mel at NYC's Latin Quarters. "Illegal Business" dismisses the easy targets of the "War on Drugs" policy, making the point that the illegal drug trade is not divorced from the American economy. "Jimmy" makes a case for safe sex, and could be considered a sequel to "Super-hoe". The reggae shuffle of "Stop the Violence" of course features the unforgettable hook, "1, 2, 3, the crew is called BDP, and if you want to go to the tip-top, stop the violence in hip-hop, why-oh!"

The most surprisingly enjoyable song is "Ya Slippin'": "So assume you're doomed when you step in the room; I'll be the witch and you'll be the broom.." taunts KRS, as he rhymes over Deep Purple's "Smoke on the Water" guitar riff combined with his own, slowed-down "Poetry" rhythm track. "Necessary" is a sonically-sparse nod to spoken word poetry at the end of the LP, a first for rap albums. This album could be re-released with remixes (such as an alternate take of "I'm Still #1"), and perhaps even a drum-&-bass remix of "Necessary" that surfaced in the late 90's.

by all means liston to this cd!!.......2006-11-04

this record along with several others at the time advanced hip-hop to another level. if anyone who is a lyricist wishes to learn how to construct rhymes and make it listenable to the audience, grab the teacher!

BDP IN FULL EFFECT.......2006-10-12

Yo Im a old schooler to the heart and this album you should have in your old school rap collection. "My Philosophy" is the one jam I remember playing on the radio back in Chicago 1988 and it blew my mind. The beat and the lyrics and the way KRS-ONE flows on this track is unbelievable. "Stop the Violence" was another that would get major air time,but my personal favorite was Illegal Business.

Classic Blastmaster KRS1 - "So you're a philosopher?".......2006-09-22

Another Banger from one of the greatest years in hiphop "1988". Kris drops science like no other on this one. This still bangs today almost 20 years later. I can't wait till Kris says "Fresh for 2008!" You SUCKAAAAAAAAAAAASSSSSSSSSSS!!!!!!!!!

"My Philosophy".......2006-08-31

This track alone is worth 5 stars. The rest of the album is ok. But believe me when you LISTEN to the track, and how it applies to todays "illusion" of hip-hop its amazing how this 20yr old track is still kicking knowledge before you were in diapers. A must have for all hip-hop enthusiast.

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Awesome album and value!
B.A.M.N. OUTSTANDING

By All Means Necessary
By All Means Necessary
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music
ASIN: B000FTK93E
Release Date: 2006-02-21

Tracks:

Buffer Zone
Beyond My Means
Walking Away
Got It Made
Don't Give Up on Me

Customer Reviews:

Awesome album and value!.......2007-06-10

I bought it after seeing them live and can't stop listening! Great lyrics and tons of energy. Each song offers something different, spanning the punk, alternative, and hard rock scenes. These guys will definitely win you over!

B.A.M.N. OUTSTANDING.......2007-06-03

By All Means Necessary

This album is sensational. Great songs and very refreshing from all the angst ridden songs that are out there. The band works very well together..very cohesive. Harmonious and flowing with energy. A must for any collection.

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