N**** Please Review

07/13/2005 7:31 AM, AMG


Ol' Dirty Bastard's long-awaited follow-up to one of the most successful Wu-Tang solo joints, Return of the 36 Chambers, is just as delightful and raunchy as his prime work with Wu-Tang Clan and his solo debut. Fortunately for a rapper of ODB's caliber, there are few guest appearances to get in the way of his amazing rhymes. When Chris Rock steps in for the opener "Recognize" however, it's one of the highlights of the record. Elsewhere, ODB takes on drugs ("Gettin' High"), women ("I Want Pussy") and violence ("You Don't Want to F*ck with Me," "Cold Blooded") with his usual flair. Of course, RZA is in on the production with a set of solid, long-trademarked Wu-Tang tracks. Long known as one of Wu-Tang's prime talents as well as an intriguing personality, Ol' Dirty Bastard proves it on N**** Please. [The album is also available in a clean version, with all obscenities removed.] ~ Keith Farley, All Music Guide