Face the Nation

Artist: Kid 'N Play
Label: Select
Category: Music

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Media: Audio CD
Number Of Discs: 1

UPC: 033686120625
EAN: 0033686120625
ASIN: B00000E7SW

Release Date: 1995-01-19

Face the Nation

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Tracks:

It's Alright Y'all
Back on Wax
Got a Good Thing Going On
Next Question
Face the Nation
Foreplay
Slippin'
Ain't Gonna Hurt Nobody
Give It Here
Bill's at the Door
Toe to Toe [Fat R&B Mix]

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Customer Reviews:

Irresistible, simply fun hip hop.......2007-01-27

After two successful albums, a TV show, and a popular movie, Kid `N Play had made a name for themselves as the kings of the radio-friendly mainstream rap and pop culture icons by 1991. At the same time, in an increasingly gangsterized rap genre, the group was beginning to suffer some backlash from the harder rappers for their light and humorous style. I am not at all ashamed to say I love Kid `N Play's music, they are always fun to listen to and their music makes me feel good. I respect that they make positive music that kids can listen to think they were a great group. Kid `N Play are simple MCs, allowing their straightforward wordplay and nice chemistry to do lots of the talking. They certainly won't hit you over the head with their lyricism, but their simplicity is part of the charm. This album is split between their regular party tracks, with the great, upbeat production that made them famous. It should be noted that by far the best song they ever recorded, "Ain't Gonna Hurt Nobody," is only found on this release, and that song is incredible. The beats are fast and danceable, always great. Although the producers who contributed to their classics like "2 Hype" remain on board for "Face the Nation," this album also enlists outside producing greats like Pete Rock, the man I consider the greatest producer ever. But this doesn't mean they have jazz-inflicted, instrumental heavy beats; it kind of sounds as if someone were to say, "Hey, Pete Rock, do your best imitation of a Kid `N Play beat" (which isn't to say that all of his contributions aren't excellent!). No one knows a good groove like Kid `N Play. As 1991 was the year of "The Low End Theory" and "Death Certificate," Kid `N Play saw that their style could use a little updating, and as the title indicates, they up the social consciousness on a lot of these songs, speaking out against drugs, ghetto violence, and the rappers setting a bad example. I think "Face the Nation" is a really underrated album, and I highly recommend it to all fans of upbeat party hip hop or the late 80s/early 90s sound.

The album begins with "It's Alright Y'all," which immediately kicks in with a friendly, funky standard Kid `N Play beat, for an upbeat and enjoyable party track. "Back on Wax" is a song that screams "guess who's back" over a sax-laden beat. Some of the boasts here are a little over-the-top ("we're the ones who made Saturday mornings fun"?), but overall it's a good comeback track. "Got a Good Thing Going On" is a bass heavy song about a happy love relationship. The first Pete Rock production, "Next Question," is one where the duo defends their style and challenges rappers who don't set good examples for the masses. It's staged in the format of a press conference, and it's a solid song that shows consciousness. "Face the Nation" is excellent, utilizing a great beat, conscious rhymes, and a sample from a Martin Luther King speech to make a song of classic caliber. The mostly instrumental "Foreplay" briefly speaks on the significance of jazz in hip hop before just kicking into a dope instrumental. After the pretty good "Slippin'," which samples an often used Steve Miller Band song, comes the best track Kid `N Play ever made, the previously mentioned "Ain't Gonna Hurt Nobody." This song is simply incredible, upbeat hip hop at its finest. The production is absolutely amazing, with oh-so-funky guitars and a fast bassline that will get stuck in your head and you'll love it. "Give It Here" is decent, and lyrically "Bill's at the Door" is a highlight. It deals with the troubles of trying to make ends meet in the ghetto, and how some have to resort to different means to make money. The last song is a nice remix to "Toe to Toe," a single from their "Kid `N Play's Funhouse" album.

Kid `N Play suffered a lot of backlash following this album, which was really too bad. It's a 100% fun and entertaining rap album. Unfortunately, it has gone out of print and is getting harder to find, so I suggest fans buy it while they can. Kid `N Play is so much fun that if you honestly can't feel them, I'm tempted to say that your blood's not flowing. I suggest that listeners new to Kid `N Play first check out their 1988 debut "2 Hype," which is their most focused and entertaining album that made them famous. But for those who liked that album and miss the fun sounds of this era from the likes of Kwame or DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince, "Face the Nation" might be the album for you.

nice cd.......2005-06-08

Best kid and play CD they ever made. You have to be into this kind of softer hip hop to enjoy. If you like this CD, check out house party 3.

Kid 'N Play stands the test of time........2005-04-13

What can I say, they delivered again. Its different than 2 Hype and Fun House though. As you can expect from a record named Face the Nation, this is a more political and socially conscious Kid 'N Play. They come out hard against drug dealers, racism, sexism, and gangsta rap personas. I have to agree with them all accounts and commend them for putting out something positive for the kids to listen to during this hip hop era. Despite some of the heavier subject matter, a fun, classic hip hop vibe is still maintained through out this album. I also have to note that the production is quite good. Hurby "the Luv Bug" Azor is no longer in the driver's seat for the production on this album and only has a remix at the end of the record. Instead, other producers take the lead inlcuding legendary Pete Rock and Eric "Quicksilver" Johnson, who produced the most infectous beats on Funhouse. Even Play is quite impressive on the boards. And of course the great tag-team rhyming of Kid 'N Play is still in effect. I think they would easily wax most of todays MCs who seem to be of a lesser breed. Really, they are one of the greatest duos of all time, don't let anyone tell you other wise because they hated on their forays into feature films and cartoons.

Classic Early 90's rap album!!.......2004-09-22

How rap use to be before everyone got all bitter and angry, not happy. Kid N' Play use to be about fun!

House Party.......2004-01-07

Kid N Play - the fun side fof Hip-hop, in a similar vein to Will Smith and Jazzy Jeff. This album came out on my 9th birthday, and although its not as good as 2 Hype it still rocks ass. 13 years on, and I'm still listening oto it! Take Ain't Gonna hurt No Body, probably the best Kid N Play song there was. Its a pity the cartoon got cut.

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