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The Book

D-Sisive · 2008

23 min · 8 tracks · underground hip-hop

A vivid tapestry of introspective storytelling layered over eclectic beats and clever wordplay that challenges hip-hop conventions.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Brian Wilson — This track features introspective lyrics that draw parallels between personal struggles and the life of the Beach Boys' frontman, showcasing D-Sisive's signature storytelling prowess.
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    Ambulance — With its urgent beat and poignant lyrics, this track explores themes of emotional distress and the need for rescue, reflecting D-Sisive's ability to blend personal narrative with broader societal issues.
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    ThisIsWhatItSoundsLikeWhenWhiteBoysListenToHipHop — This track cleverly addresses cultural appropriation and identity within hip-hop, encapsulating D-Sisive's critical lens on race and music while maintaining a witty tone.
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    Kneecaps — In this standout track, D-Sisive uses vivid imagery to convey feelings of vulnerability, contrasting physical pain with emotional trauma in a compelling narrative arc.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 The Story of an Artist (intro) 2:50
  • 2 Brian Wilson 3:22
  • 3 Ambulance 2:53
  • 4 ThisIsWhatItSoundsLikeWhenWhiteBoysListenToHipHop 3:02
  • 5 Up 2:59
  • 6 Kneecaps 3:16
  • 7 Laundry Room 3:19
  • 8 Lights Out 1:35

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