All the barking and growling in the world could not detract from the fact that DMX is a troubled, tormented soul. On And Then There Was X, the multiplatinum-selling Dark Man X uses his signature fragmented flow with its si... more »ngsongy vocal inflections to preach, teach, and reveal. Melodramatic storytelling has always been his shtick, whether it's tales of robbing liquor stores, plotting violent murders, or teaching shorties the code of the streets. X's inner conflicts are laid out on "Angel," a dialogue between himself and his Lord, and his ability to acknowledge different perspectives of a situation (i.e., repercussions) on several songs add depth to his character. The anthemlike "What's My Name," with its affirmations "I have no friends" and "I'm not a nice person," proves that money, fame, and popularity do not translate into happiness for DMX. --Celine Wong« less
All the barking and growling in the world could not detract from the fact that DMX is a troubled, tormented soul. On And Then There Was X, the multiplatinum-selling Dark Man X uses his signature fragmented flow with its singsongy vocal inflections to preach, teach, and reveal. Melodramatic storytelling has always been his shtick, whether it's tales of robbing liquor stores, plotting violent murders, or teaching shorties the code of the streets. X's inner conflicts are laid out on "Angel," a dialogue between himself and his Lord, and his ability to acknowledge different perspectives of a situation (i.e., repercussions) on several songs add depth to his character. The anthemlike "What's My Name," with its affirmations "I have no friends" and "I'm not a nice person," proves that money, fame, and popularity do not translate into happiness for DMX. --Celine Wong
"Dmx has a very unique rap style, each and every song has its own beat and rythym. Although the lyrics are explicit, the edited version can let you sit back and relax without hearing so much of the fowlness. Dmx usually uses a very powerfull voice in each song, making it all the more pulse pounding and flowing. I give it five stars!If you are looking for unique, flowing, and strong rap; then dmx is the one for you!"
DMX's Greatest CD
tony | 07/25/2000
(5 out of 5 stars)
"This is the best rap CD ever. The beats are all different and better than ever. Don't hesitate to get this CD. The bonus track is really cool and "Party Up" and "Whats My Name" are the best. DMX combines loud, mad, raffish songs with slower, calmer, soothing songs to make an outstanding album."
Best rap cd i know of
tony | 06/03/2000
(5 out of 5 stars)
"this is definately 1 of the best cds i've got. tracks 3-12 r really good.his rhymes r better than they've ever been.if you like rap at all, you gotta get this cd.i really didnt like rap much but this cd changed my mind.GET IT!"
Good, but not his best
The Big L | MA | 04/09/2000
(4 out of 5 stars)
"The songs have the signature DMX sound and that, of course, is a compliment. I especially like "More 2 A Song" because it tells us about the other side of fame. "Fame" and "Here We Go Again" are also phat. He gave us a collection of good songs in this album, but they don't top some of the songs on previous albums.But it is worth owning, and that's an understatement."