Thursday, November 8, 2012

The Lonely Island "Turtleneck and Chain"

Well, we return to this lonely island as it pulls us by a Turtleneck and Chain. I don't even need to go into the opener's lyrics, but there are enough dick jokes, they're not that hard to find; there is a whole other meaning there. I don't know if the world needs you as much as you proclaim, but I'm glad you guys came to say "We're Back." The next song is a beautiful tribute to all of the other mothers in the world done in the way that only these guys can make; the lyrics are at times sentimental, but during the song they are interrupted several times by their "Mama"' which in turn becomes a nice catalyst with how they react to her presence, and how they feel about her(for that second). I don't know if you care, but "I Just Had Sex," no really; it was with this track. I nearly had an ear-gasm. The lyrics are pretty explicit at times, and slightly hilarious. What makes this song so great is that not only is Akon in this track, but it sounds like the production values are from The Dream that I had when having said sex. Michael Bolton is in this next track, and has the ability to make something that seems so silly SO EPIC, and more meaningful than you would think as he sings the hook about our favorite rum-drunk, pathologically lying, and off-balance Captain "Jack Sparrow." To be on an island, with Beck, where all the girls are "Attracted To Us" would be fabulous, but also weird at the same time. I love the hip-hop/funk of the next track which doesn't proclaim that's how I beat Shaq, but it recalls the time where the verses were far from "Rocky," even though he was smashed in the face several times by him; surprised that there was no brain damage. "My Mic" sounds nice seven times in a row. The title track has a giant rapping with a chipmunk and a dog, Snoop Dogg that is, in a song that makes "Turtleneck and Chain" seem gangster. Rihanna takes the center stage when she is no longer an understudy because of  "Shy Ronnie 2: Ronnie and Clyde." Eventually he is no longer shy; neither is his good friend Peter. What is that whining about? Is Fred Durst causing "Trouble on Dookie Island?" The track's horn filled production seems like a flashback from the 80's? "Falcor Vs. ATreyu: Classy Skit #1" is kinda cheesy, but depending on who you like, you may think it worthy of conversation, or a laugh. The next song's hook and delivery of Justin Timberlake can really make this song addictive, and possibly distract you from the disturbing and simultaneously droll lyrics; depending on your state of mind, and/or sense of humor. Years ago for awhile there was a fad concerning songs that taught you a new dance move, and this is their entry. John Waters and Nicki Minaj not only are featured in this track, but also emulate "The Creep," which seems to be counter-productive when it comes to meeting beautiful prospects. I am a fan of all of the verses, but I think I like Nicki's the best; the bloops  in the song don't drop the world, but make sure we are all clear on just how to get our creep on. 'Watch Me Do Me: Classy Skit #2' is pretty much what you expect; funny, maybe, but definitely not classy. I don't know what is better: the lyrics or the instrumentals of this next song, but if I "Threw It On The Ground" it wouldn't matter; the song would still exist, but I may be out a couple hundred bucks. The next song seems like it was a waste of money when it came to studio time; It just seems like they were completely foolin around, absurd, and really lame, but maybe that is what makes it special. It seems that if you are high when you listen to this song it may sound much better than it does when sober, or not nearly as silly. I just hope people from "Japan" aren't offended. Life can pass you by in an instant, and if you live your life strictly for the "After Party" without actually living it in the present, then you might miss out on some things. I just want to say that the lyrics and all of the situations addressed in this song along with the rest of the instrumentals make this a fine way to bookmark this record, "No Homo." The 'No Homo Outro' is even better than the actual track. I would have to say that this record was short and sweet, practically every song was worth a listen or a laugh, even though some of the songs might have been slightly dumb, they were still entertaining. Some of the songs reminded me of MC Lars, and the lighter tracks from Hollywood Undead's debut. They had plenty of interesting features which complimented their style, and helped make it more memorable; if you want a good laugh I suggest you listen to this record, but in a great way.

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