Maths And English (Parental Advisory) [Digipak] - Dizzee Rascal > Reviews

Advantages: Lots of variety
Disadvantages: Some weak tracks

"Maths + English" is the third album form the UK Grime artist, Dizzee Rascal. He is a London MC who brought UK Hip Hop and Grime to the mainstream. This album was released on the 4th of June last year and peaked at number 7, one better than he previous album from 2004. The title refers to the two components of the album which he had a part in 'Maths', the production and 'English', the lyrics. 1. World Outside **Three Stars** To kick us off, ... Read review

Advantages: Fans should appreciate it
Disadvantages: Not a step forwards

...with a powerful track, and Maths & English begins with a sound that sounds like a hoover gone wrong. About 30 seconds in, Dizzee's destinctive voice kicks in, and whilst the beat does not vary at all throughout the song by changing the tone of his voice the song gets slightly more interesting around the chorus. The track is about, you guessed it, the world outside of the 'hood'. Anyone who's not a fan will not be pursuaded to be a fan by this track, ... Read review

Advantages: Outstanding lyrics, and good value for money.
Disadvantages: N/a

This has to be my favorite album! This album includes some of Dizzee rascals bests hits so far, including: 1. World Outside 2. Pussy'ole (Old Skool) 3. Sirens 4. Where's Da G's 5. Paranoid 6. Suk My Dick 7. Flex 8. Da Feelin' 9. Bubbles 10. Excuse Me 11. Hardback (Industry) 12. Temptation 13. Wanna Be 14. You Can't Tell Me Nuffin' This is a One disc album, with 12 songs on. Background information on Dizzee Rascal: Dizzee Rascal ... Read review

Advantages: Lyrically and musically diverse.
Disadvantages: some weak songs. not as good as showtime.

...On the other hand Maths and English still retains Dizzees distinctive offbeat sound and well delivered interesting lyrics detailing his life and the lives of those around him. I think that Dizzee was attempting to do what Mike Skinner and the Streets achieved with a Grand Dont Come For Free. Trying to widen the fan base dramatically after the underground success of Pirate Material. I think it is clear that Dizzee has not succeeded yet. But ... Read review